Events for January 17, 2026 - January 17, 2026

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  • Taking the First Step—Reclaiming Dr. King’s Dream

    Westwood Lutheran Church 9001 Cedar Lake Road, St. Louis Park, MN, United States

    Westwood Lutheran Church is hosting “Taking the First Step—Reclaiming Dr. King’s Dream,” a must-see, multi-disciplinary celebration intermixing the words of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with musical performances, dance, audience singing, and spoken reflections. The concert theme is based on Dr. King’s quote, “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see [...]

  • Luther College’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Lecture

    Luther College 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA, United States

    The Rev. Yehiel Curry, Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, will offer keynote remarks at Luther College’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day lecture on Monday, January 19, 2026, in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall. The theme of the day and Curry’s talk is “Courage for the Common Good.” Supported [...]

  • Stories the Land Holds: Housing and Inequity

    Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 4801 France Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Introducing “Stories the Land Holds” – A Community Invitation to Listen, Reflect, and Connect  Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd is beginning a new initiative that invites the community into a deeper relationship with the land we inhabit and the stories it holds.  “Stories the Land Holds” is a multi-session project beginning October 9 at 7:00 [...]

  • Welcoming Our Neighbor: A Prophetic Vision for the World

    American Swedish Institute 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    In recent months, cities across the country have experienced heightened intimidation and fear, particularly affecting our most vulnerable residents: immigrant neighbors. How might we then reflect on what meaningful solidarity entails and what we can do collaboratively to shape a future in which our communities flourish? The Minneapolis Area Synod's Immigration Task Force invites you [...]

  • Money: Let’s Make it Less Weird

    Center of Belonging 3501 Aldrich Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

    Conversations about money deserve room to be honest, curious, and supported without pressure or shame. That’s why Fabric - Mpls is hosting a free half-day workshop at the Center of Belonging on Saturday, January 24. Young people (ages 14+) are encouraged to participate as well, as we have an additional facilitator for teenage participants. Together, [...]

  • Quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons Gathering – January

    Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Minneapolis 2315 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN

    Join the Minneapolis Area Synod's Racial Justice Team at their quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons gathering. Racial Justice Liaisons at MAS worshipping communities are invited to come together to meet, network, and connect. Email Pastor Jen Collins if you have questions or are interested in attending.

  • When Play Becomes a Problem

    Online

    The Center of Addiction & Faith is hosting a one-hour free webinar titled "When Play Becomes a Problem: Internet Gaming and Spiritual Formation" on January 28, 2026, from Noon - 1:00 p.m. The guest presenter, Michael Hsu, MD, will explore the role of internet gaming and digital technology in the lives of children, adolescents, and [...]

  • January 2026 Ministerium for Rostered Leaders

    Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Maple Grove 7401 County Rd 101, Maple Grove, MN, United States

    Who is Christ for Us Today? Hope and Lessons from Bonhoeffer Thursday, January 29, 2026 Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Maple Grove In our times, marked by political and ideological division and fueled, in part, by the rise of Christian Nationalism, Dr. Lori Brandt Hale (Director of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Augsburg) offers [...]

  • ELCA Youth Ministry Network Extravaganza

    Hyatt Regency at the Arch 315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, MO, United States

    The Extravaganza is a four-day leadership event for ELCA congregational leaders in children's, youth, young adult, and outdoor ministry. Extravaganza is about faith formation. Extravaganza is about helping you in your ministry. Extravaganza is about renewal, education and connection.  Intensive Care Courses:  January 29-30, 2026 The Main Event:  January 30-February 2, 2026 This event runs Friday evening through Monday noon with optional pre-conference add-ons on Thursday [...]

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