Health Promoter Training for Congregations
OnlineThis new HEALTH PROMOTER course is designed for volunteer laypersons or church staff who wish to begin and lead health efforts to encourage physical, emotional and spiritual wellness among faith community members. Promoting health in your church strengthens relationships, service and congregational care. Health Promoters work with your church's leaders to identify and respond to [...]
Partnership Trip to Palestine
Attention to news from Gaza and the West Bank leaves many feeling that words are not enough. When there is grief and hunger, dispossession and death, when words fail, it is our presence that counts. Walking alongside those who are suffering is what God’s Holy Spirit does for us. Mount Olive Lutheran Church, Minneapolis, is [...]
Children and Youth Monthly Ministry Gathering – November
Urban Growler 2325 Endicott St, St. Paul, MN, United StatesNovember Youth Ministry Gathering Topic: Neurodivergence and Support Needs
November Western Suburbs CYF Ministry Network Gathering
St. Stephen Lutheran, Bloomington 8400 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, United StatesThe Western Suburbs CYF Ministry Network meets the second Thursday of each month to Renew, Educate, and Connect. Everyone is welcome! We will be having an Advent Devotional time and taking about how you care for yourself when you seem to never have the time and are always in charge of upcoming events.
Learn Together Over Lunch Series: ELCA Immigration Policies and Statements
OnlineJoin Kate Parsons, Migration Policy Advisor, and Raed AbuJries, US Network, Education, and Communication Manager, who will share about the ELCA's work alongside immigrant communities and dig into some of our commitments as a church regarding immigration. They will discuss the ELCA Social Message on Immigration, Sanctuary Churches, AMMPARO, and more. Join us live for [...]
Power and Boundaries Workshop for Ministry Leaders – Option 1
Minnesota Church Center 122 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesRostered leaders in the Minneapolis Area Synod are required to attend a Power and Boundaries Workshop every three to five years. Church staff and volunteers are also encouraged to attend. This year's workshops will be led by Rev. Emily Carson, Assistant to the Bishop, Director for Evangelical Mission & Financial Administrator at the Southeastern Minnesota [...]
Minneapolis Area Synod Women of the ELCA Gathering
Transfiguration Lutheran Church 11000 France Avenue South, Bloomington, MN, United StatesMinneapolis Area Synod Women of the ELCA Gathering. Come to: Learn and Listen Connect and Create Celebrate and Worship Together! More information >
EcoFaith Coffee and Conversation
Mount Olivet Lutheran Church of Plymouth 12235 Old Rockford Rd, Plymouth, MN, United StatesJoin us for a morning of coffee and conversation as we welcome in different creation care partners of the Minneapolis Area Synod. Here about their work and how you can get involved. Coffee and pastries will be provided. Sign up > Facebook event >
Gather Twin Cities Friendsgiving
Spirit Garage 100 W 46th St, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesJoin Gather Twin Cities for an evening of community, fellowship, and great food. Please bring a dish to share! Check out their instagram (@gathertwincities) for more info.
Creating Accessible Spaces on a Budget Webinar
Every church should be a place where everyone feels welcome and included — regardless of ability. But making your facilities more accessible doesn't have to break the bank. Join us for this practical and inspiring webinar designed specifically for churches seeking to improve accessibility with limited resources. We'll explore affordable strategies to enhance physical, sensory, and digital [...]