What is Discipleship in the Information Age?
Minnesota Council of Churches 122 West Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesWhat is Discipleship in the Information Age? Certain core principles of faithful discipleship remain constant -- such as telling the truth (1 John 2:24) -- but the way disciples practice them in the 21st century may look different from how it looked in the 1st. Faith is a main driver of human behavior and so [...]
Addiction, Faith, Science, and Public Policy
ZoomAddiction, Faith, Science, and Public Policy The Center of Addiction & Faith is presenting a one-hour free webinar titled "Addiction, Faith, Science, and Public Policy." Faith communities play a vital role in recovery and prevention. This webinar will explore the reasons why faith and spirituality can be integral to recovery and the critical importance of [...]
Youth Ministry Gatherings – 2nd Tuesdays
Bad Weather Brewing Co 414 7th St W, St. Paul, MN, United StatesMeet other youth ministry folks to share ideas, learn from one another, and be supported. Part-time, full-time, pastors, and volunteers welcome to join! December 13 - Social Time
As the Dark Awaits the Dawn: An Evening Vespers Service for the Winter Solstice
Grace NE Lutheran Church 1500 6th Street NE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesAs the Dark Awaits the Dawn: An Evening Vespers Service for the Winter Solstice On the longest night, many of us are yearning for a presence stronger than ourselves to carry our load. Come hold your thoughts, struggles, and prayers with us, and throw your burdens into the fire through a shared burning burdens ceremony. [...]
Youth Ministry Gatherings – 2nd Tuesdays
Sociable Cider Werks 1500 Fillmore St NE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesMeet other youth ministry folks to share ideas, learn from one another, and be supported. Part-time, full-time, pastors, and volunteers welcome to join! January 10 - Other Duties As Assigned (self care & burnout)
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 [...]
Caring for Gen Z in a Post Pandemic World
ZoomCaring for Gen Z in a Post Pandemic World ELCA Youth Ministry Network, ELCA Youth Ministy, and the Springtide Research INstitute are partnering in a lunch and learn seminary on "Caring for Gen Z." Staff from the Springtide Research Institute will share its latest research on the changing "normality" for young adults. This research focuses [...]
Living the Legacy
Richfield Lutheran Church 8 West 60th St, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesBecause homelessness knows no boundaries and kindness knows no limits....and service is for everyone! Join us as we live out the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr in a service event for the whole community! Register online via SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10c0948ada823a4fac34... By phone: 612-827-6159 By email trust@trustinc.org Donate $ for kit supplies: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Trust-Inc TRUST INC is [...]
Making All Things New: Addiction and Recovery Seminar
Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, Prior Lake MN 3611 N Berens Rd NW, Prior Lake, MN, United StatesMaking All Things New: Addiction and Recovery Seminar A hope-filled morning, with Dr. Carla Dahl and Lexi Reed Holtum exploring how faith community can make a difference with those living with substance use disorder, ans well as for those who love them. Saturday, January 21 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, [...]
Supporting Youth Safety & Healthy Choices in the Virtual Playground
Lutheran Social Service 2485 Como Ave, Saint Paul, MN, United StatesCherish All Children invites you to our 6th annual community education event. Faith leaders, parents, grandparents, youth leaders, mentors – this event is for you! Cyberbullying, texting, screen time, toxic images – learn how you can support youth in developing a healthy sense of self and staying clear of online exploitation. Speakers include Alison Feigh, [...]