Tough Conversations: How to Have Them in Church and Keep Talking to Each Other
VirtualHow well does your congregation discuss difficult issues? Conversation about tough topics can be stressful, divisive and counterproductive. This free webinar will offer an authentic framework for entering into (and staying in) difficult conversations; fresh perspectives; a deeper way of thinking about your church's role in navigating discussions; and new ways of showing hospitality. Presenters [...]
Ecumenical Water Service
Redeemer Lutheran Church 8100 Glenwood Ave, MN, United StatesThe Ecumenical Water Initiative is a collaboration of leaders from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA, Minneapolis Area Synod), the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME, 4th District), the United Methodist Church (UMC, MN Conference), and the Minnesota Council of Churches (MCC). The collaborative is hosting a family-friendly, community event to share stories about water [...]
Prepare for the Reality of Health Care in Retirement
VirtualLearn about health care costs in retirement and how you can prepare for them. This webinar is exclusively for Portico ELCA Retirement Plan members. Hosted by Portico Benefit Services Monday, July 12 11:00 am -12:00 pm Central time Register Now
MAS/SPAS ELCA Youth Gathering Info Meetings
VirtualThe St. Paul Gathering Synod Coordinator (Tashina Good) and the the Minneapolis Gathering Synod Coordinator (Elizabeth Pederson) will lead two identical training sessions via Zoom for leaders in our synods. Attend to learn about the Gathering, timeline, registration and tips for getting started in your planning. Register here.
Army Chaplain Webinar
VirtualThe Chaplain Recruiting Station of the U.S. Army is hosting a webinar with CH(COL) Tony Petros, senior command chaplain for Fort Campbell and the 101st Airborne Div. CH Petros will share about his life in ministry and God's call on his life to serve God and Country in the U.S. Army. Register here. Those interested in [...]
MAS/SPAS ELCA Youth Gathering Info Meetings
VirtualThe St. Paul Gathering Synod Coordinator (Tashina Good) and the the Minneapolis Gathering Synod Coordinator (Elizabeth Pederson) will lead two identical training sessions via Zoom for leaders in our synods. Attend to learn about the Gathering, timeline, registration and tips for getting started in your planning. Register here.
Preserving Your Savings for Future Generations
VirtualLearn about the components of an estate plan, including information on wills and probate, powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, and the importance of gifting and insurance replacement strategies. This webinar is exclusively for Portico ELCA Retirement Plan members. Hosted by Portico Benefit Services Monday, July 19 11:00 am - 12: 00 pm Central Time Register [...]
Worship, Theology, and the Arts Virtual Mini-Conference
VirtualCWTA Virtual Mini-Conference The St. Olaf Conference on Worship, Theology, and the Arts is offering a virtual preview to our upcoming in-person conference! Registration is free. Tuesday, July 20 3:30-8:30 p.m. Virtual For more information: https://wp.stolaf.edu/cwta/
St. Olaf Conference on Worship, Theology and the Arts – Mini-Conference
VirtualSt. Olaf College in Northfield annually hosts a Conference on Worship, Theology, and the Arts (CWTA), but postponed its 2020 gathering until 2022. However, CWTA is offering a virtual mini-conference to preview next year's event. This mini-conference invites participants to explore the ways we have been scattered in body, mind and spirit by COVID-19 and [...]
Second Chance Coalition Community Celebration
Northside Healing Space 2100 Emerson Avenue North,, Minneapolis, MNMinnesota Second Chance Coalition Community Celebration The Minnesota Second Chance Coalition, in collaboration with its partners, members, and supporters (including the Minneapolis Area Synod Strategic Organizing Against Racism team), invites supporters to com to the 2021 Community Celebration. Tuesday, July 20 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Northside Healing Space 2100 Emerson Avenue North, Minneapolis Free This event will feature [...]