Synod
Communicators Gathering
Lord of Life, Ramsey 14501 Nowthen Blvd NW, Ramsey, MN, United StatesCongregational communicators and administrators are invited to come together to discuss the use of style guides for consistent communication within the congregation. This includes alternative style guides addressing particular communities. The panel includes senior editors and vice presidents from around the country. You won't want to miss it! Khai Clardy, Jim Rice, Ross Murray, and [...]
Joint Fall Ministerium
Luther Seminary 2481 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, United StatesLife Together: Connected Communities Agenda 8:30 – check-in 9:00 – 10:00 worship 10:00 – 10:30 break 10:30 – 12:00 education The bonds within the region feel frayed as we rebuild from the pandemic and the Uprising in the Twin Cities. Some rural and suburban people question the livability of the core cities. People in the [...]
Boundaries Training
cross of glory 5929 Brooklyn Boulevard, Brooklyn Center, United StatesThursday, November 3, 2022 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cross of Glory Lutheran Church, Brooklyn Center This training will be led by LeaderWise and is open to anyone who has a desk at a church! Sponsored by the Minneapolis Area Synod. Rostered leaders are required to complete a boundaries training every five years. Register >
Communicators Retreat
Mount Olivet Conference and Retreat CenterThose who do church communications (staff or volunteer!) are invited to join other communicators at the synod’s first ever Communicators Retreat! We are looking forward to gathering for the day on Thursday, January 12, at Mt. Olivet Retreat Center in Farmington. Our agenda will include a presentation about website and social media analytics and time [...]
EcoFaith Summit
Diamond Lake Lutheran Church 5760 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThis Summit will bring together lay people, clergy, community partners, and everyone in between from across the Minneapolis Area Synod to learn from one another about the incredible work already happening in our communities and future opportunities to further our Lutheran commitment to push back against our climate crisis. Look forward to a morning of [...]
Conference Assemblies
Organized by the deans of each conference, conferences will meet to discuss elections and resolutions in preparation for Synod Assembly. Check out the dates and locations of each gathering. Find out which conference your church is in >
Tool Kit for Congregational Leaders
First Lutheran Church of Columbia Heights 1555 40th Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN, United StatesThe Tool Kit is back! Join us in person for a morning of learning and connection. Childcare will be offered during this event, provided by Jovie. ASL and Spanish interpretation will also be provided. Please register by February 1 if you need either, or reach out to Jeni Huff if you have any questions. Register now [...]
Spring Ministerium
Normandale Lutheran Church Edina, MN, United States"Flourishing in Ministry" with Matt Bloom Thursday, March 23 8:30 a.m. (registration) - Noon More details >
Wellness Gathering for First Third Leaders
Westwood Lutheran Church 9001 Cedar Lake Road, St. Louis Park, MN, United StatesWellness Gathering for First Third Leaders What if prioritizing your wellbeing was a key to effective ministry? Join Matt Bloom with Workwell https://workwellresearch.org/our-approach/ in hearing how to do just that. The Minneapolis Area Synod has Matt in town for spring ministerium so we wanted to host him for you too! Free event, registration for hospitality [...]
Gathering of Retired Rostered Ministers
Minneapolis Area Synod Office 122 W Franklin Ave, #600, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesGathering of Retired Rostered Ministers Join your fellow retired rostered ministers and Bishop Ann Svennungsen for a time of community and to elect voting members for the April 28-29 Synod Assembly. The Synod Assembly's theme is "Restored to Life Anew." Tuesday, March 28 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Minnesota Church Center 122 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis Assembly [...]