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SUMMARY:An Afternoon with Rev. Alan Storey
DESCRIPTION:Rostered ministers of the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods are invited to spend an afternoon with Rev. Alan Storey.  \n\n\nRev. Alan Storey is a recently retired Methodist Minister from Cape Town\, South Africa. Rooted in the South African context\, Alan is a Gospel storyteller and facilitator of personal and political change. \n\n\nOver the years\, Rev. Storey has been involved in numerous civil society organizations addressing gun violence\, racism; state-capture corruption; xenophobia; homophobia; transphobia; spatial apartheid inequality; sex worker discrimination\, and campaign for a universal basic income. \n\n\nRev. Storey has an Honors degree in Theology and a Masters in the Philosophy of Applied Business Ethics. He is a recipient of the Rotary Paul Harris Fellowship Award and a fellow of the African Leadership Initiative (part of the Aspen Leadership Institute). Over the years\, Rev. Storey has been part of the Holden Village Teaching Staff. \n\n\nRev. Storey’s lifelong work remains the experimental practice of the Sermon on the Mount. Through presentation and conversation\, this session will offer theological depth and imagination to rostered ministers in need of a sustaining and nourishing Gospel word in these turbulent\, troubling times. \n\n\nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/an-afternoon-with-rev-alan-storey/
LOCATION:Westwood Lutheran Church\, 9001 Cedar Lake Road\, St. Louis Park\, MN\, 55426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,For Rostered Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
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SUMMARY:Monthly Youth Ministry Gathering - April
DESCRIPTION:April Youth Ministry Gathering\nChristian nationalism and social media. Come discuss its impacts today and on the future. No registration is necessary; just show up.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/monthly-youth-ministry-gathering-april/
LOCATION:Venn Brewing\, 3550 E 46th St Suite 140\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,For CYF Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20260122T201204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T195444Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Boundaries Training for CYF Leaders
DESCRIPTION:ELCA Region 3 Synods are hosting an online Healthy Boundaries Training for CYF Professionals and Volunteers \nParticipants will explore their own relationship to power\, boundaries\, and authority\, gaining insights into how these dynamics shape their leadership. Beyond personal reflection\, the workshop will also equip leaders to actively foster wise boundary-setting skills in the young people they serve. Through discussion and practical strategies\, attendees will be empowered to nurture healthy\, trust-filled ministry spaces. \nCost: $10 donation to the Region 3 “ICE Response Fund” helping impacted congregations in our communities. \nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/healthy-boundaries-training-for-cyf-leaders/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Boundaries,Featured,For CYF Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20251202T160736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T150617Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons Gathering - April
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minneapolis Area Synod’s Racial Justice Team at their quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons gathering. \nRacial Justice Liaisons at MAS worshipping communities are invited to come together to meet\, network\, and connect. \nEmail Pastor Jen Collins if you have questions or are interested in attending.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/quarterly-racial-justice-gathering-april/
LOCATION:Salem Lutheran Church\, 4150 Dupont Avenue North\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Racial Justice,Synod
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20250523T145700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T231108Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Let us hold fast to the confession of our hope without wavering\, for he who has promised is faithful. And let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds\, not neglecting to meet together\, as is the habit of some\, but encouraging one another\, and all the more as you see the Day approaching. (Hebrews 10:23-25)\n \nFear\, scarcity\, and division invade our streets and our world\, threatening violence and leaving many feeling isolated and uncertain. But the church\, set free in Christ for such a time as this\, offers an alternative story and way of being. Grounding ourselves in our faith\, we turn to one another for community\, encouragement\, and holy provocation. At this year’s Synod Assembly\, we will reflect on how to set a course for the church amid troubling times by turning again to our unwavering hope that comes from God’s unwavering faithfulness. \n—– \nLay voting members and rostered leaders are invited to gather as the larger church and worship\, connect\, and vote. \nFriday evening: \n\n5:00 p.m. – Hearings\, orientations\, youth gathering\, optional dinner\n6:00 p.m. – Devotion\, grounding in theme and Scripture\n6:30 – 8:00 p.m. – Plenary 1\n\nSaturday: \n\n9:00 a.m. – Opening worship\n10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Plenaries\, lunch\, speakers\n\n  \nMore information coming soon.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/2026-synod-assembly/
LOCATION:Lord of Life\, Ramsey\, 14501 Nowthen Blvd NW\, Ramsey\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Featured,For CYF Leaders,For Rostered Leaders,For Young Adults,Synod
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20260327T223657Z
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synod Interim Pastors Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods are getting together to host a joint Interim Pastors Retreat. \nAgenda \n\n9:00 – Welcome and Conversations and treats\n9:30 – Opening & learning & reflection & worship\nNoon – Lunch\nAfternoon – Sabbath time\n\nRegister > \nReach out to Karen Alexander with questions
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/minneapolis-and-saint-paul-area-synod-interim-pastors-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Peder’s Evangelical Lutheran Church\, 4600 E 42nd St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Rostered Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20260306T173207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T173207Z
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SUMMARY:CYF Meetup at the Twins Game
DESCRIPTION:CYF Leaders in the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Area Synods are invited to gather at the MN Twins Game. Game starts at 12:40\, but come to Graze Food Hall before for lunch if you’d like! \nMore details coming soon
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/cyf-meetup-at-the-twins-game/
LOCATION:Target Field\, 1 Twins Way \, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,For CYF Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T130000
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CREATED:20250910T182246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T182318Z
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SUMMARY:Learn Together Over Lunch Series: Narrative Budgets
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Tim Brown is the Director for Congregational Stewardship at the ELCA and will lead attendees in building narrative budgets to highlight the missional work that takes place in faith communities. \nSpanish and ASL interpretation will be provided. Join us live for the one-hour Zoom call or watch the recording later. \nRegister to receive the Zoom link >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/learn-together-over-lunch-series-narrative-budgets/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learn Together Over Lunch Series,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20260313T191808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T222533Z
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SUMMARY:Churches with Childcare Centers Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Church leaders are invited to gather for conversation and connection with others serving congregations that partner with childcare centers on Thursday\, May 14 from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. at the Synod Office. Please bring your own lunch. This informal gathering offers space to share experiences\, ask questions\, and learn from one another\, with this meeting focusing in particular on governing documents and policies that shape the relationship between congregations and their childcare centers\, including bylaws\, contracts\, and other agreements. All clergy and church leaders are welcome\, and you are encouraged to share this invitation with others who might be interested. \nContact Pastor Ashley Osborn or Pastor Joanna Mitchell with questions.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/churches-with-childcare-centers-gathering/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Area Synod Office\, 122 W Franklin Ave\, #600\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20260306T173348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T203824Z
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SUMMARY:CYF Gratitude and Blessing Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:CYF leaders are invited to come together for breakfast and a time of blessing before heading into summer programming. \nMore details coming soon
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/cyf-gratitude-and-blessing-breakfast/
LOCATION:Bethlehem Lutheran Church – Twin Cities\, Minneapolis Campus\, Minneapolis Campus\, 4100 Lyndale Ave. S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:For CYF Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20251202T160902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T150442Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons Gathering - July
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minneapolis Area Synod’s Racial Justice Team at their quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons gathering. \nRacial Justice Liaisons at MAS worshipping communities are invited to come together to meet\, network\, and connect. \nEmail Pastor Jen Collins if you have questions or are interested in attending.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/quarterly-racial-justice-gathering/
LOCATION:Location TBD
CATEGORIES:Racial Justice,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20260106T203227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T203254Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Bishop's Theological Conference
DESCRIPTION:Save the date – more info coming soon!
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/2026-bishops-theological-conference/
LOCATION:Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center\, 2100 Arrowwood Ln\, Alexandria\, MN\, 56308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,For Rostered Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20251202T161008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T150342Z
UID:20549-1793125800-1793131200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons Gathering - October
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minneapolis Area Synod’s Racial Justice Team at their quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons gathering. \nRacial Justice Liaisons at MAS worshipping communities are invited to come together to meet\, network\, and connect. \nEmail Pastor Jen Collins if you have questions or are interested in attending.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/quarterly-racial-justice-gathering-october/
LOCATION:Location TBD
CATEGORIES:Racial Justice,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163208
CREATED:20250718T205121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T182824Z
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Joint Ministerium
DESCRIPTION:Rostered leaders of the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods are invited to gather for a time of worship\, learning\, and community. \nMore information to come.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/fall-2026-joint-ministerium/
CATEGORIES:Featured,For Rostered Leaders,Ministerium,Synod
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