Mpls Area Synod ELCA

Children's Ministry Gathering
2024-01-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
Gather with other Children’s Ministry staff and volunteers for an online conversation about death and dying.
More info coming.

Youth Ministry Leaders Social
2023-12-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Insight Brewing and Taproom, 2821 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55413, United States
Join other youth ministry staff and volunteers at Insight Brewing for social time together.

Children's Ministry Gathering
2023-12-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Let’s talk about how we can make faith memories for the families we serve birth to grandparents. What fun events have you done or are thinking about in the next 6 months? Bring examples to spark some new ideas .
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 897 4926 7704
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Christmas Concert Fundraiser
2023-12-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1800 Glenwood Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Christmas Concert Fundraiser
Music in collaboration with Redeemer Church and Edina Community Lutheran Church. Entry is Free.
Come sing with members of these Lutheran churches: Enjoy a wonderful evening of music with a purpose! They are excited to gather together with members of other congregations, … and members of no congregation. Folks who come can expect to join singing some of their favorite Christmas hymns, hear some wonderful solos, as well as participate in a faith filled collaboration between Redeemer Lutheran Church and Edina Community Lutheran Church. It is going to be great!
Sunday, December 10; 5:00 p.m. (doors open at 4:30 p.m.)
Redeemer Lutheran Church
1800 Glenwood Avenue, Minneapolis
Free will offering: proceeds go to Redeemer Glenwood Young Adult Housing, with a goal of $5K!
Light refreshments to follow.
To make a generous gift ahead of the event go to: www.redeemermpls.org/give Make a note on the form as you fill out your information “Christmas Glenwood”

Lutheran Summer Music Musical Advent Calendar
2023-12-03 - 2023-12-24 | Online
Since the nineteenth century, households and congregations have marked the days before Christmastide with many kinds of Advent calendars. The season of waiting and longing for the “already-but-not-yet” incarnation of Jesus unfolds amidst waning daylight in the Northern Hemisphere, a time of yearning for hope, joy, and peace.
Join Lutheran Summer Music, December 3-24, for their third-annual Musical Advent Calendar–a daily moment of music and reflection on thier Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube pages as well as archived on their website: LSMacademy.org/acal

Addiction and Uncovery
2023-11-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Addiction and Uncovery
The Center of Addiction & Faith is offering a one hour free webinar on Wednesday, November 29, from 12 noon – 1:00 p.m., CT. George A. Wood (author, speaker, and pastor at Sober Truth Project) will lead a discussion surrounding his brand new book, The Uncovery Devotional: Rethinking Recovery One Day at a Time, co-authored by Brit Eaton.
Everyone is recovering from something. Whether it’s an addiction, a painful incident from our past, or a daily challenge just to get by in this world, something is holding us back from the life God wants for us. Real recovery isn’t a one-time event or a process that fits into twelve steps or a preset length of time. Uncovering how to live free of what holds you back is a lifelong journey and one best traveled with others. The link to register is https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcuCorj4tG9C51KVQnQORWDP7GvBShq8n#/registration
Wednesday, November 29; Noon – 1:00 p.m., CT
Zoom
Contact person: Louise Olson at glolro@comcast.net

Ecumencial Thanksgiving Service: Honoring Sacred Living Waters
2023-11-21 17:30 - 20:30 | Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 2315 Chicago Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55404
Ecumencial Thanksgiving Service: Honoring Sacred Living Waters
Tuesday, November 21
5:30 p.m., Dinner
6:30 p.m., Worship service (followed by pie)
Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church
2315 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis
During worship the story time is Nibi (water) Play by Ikidowin Youth Theater Ensemble. An offering will be collected for All Nations Indian Church.
Donated boots, wool socks, coats, mittens, scarves, and hats will be collected and distributed by All Nations members to unsheltered relatives living in encampments and on the streets. All are welcome!
More information: Pastor Mimi Goodwin at anicucc@gmail.com or (651) 245-6902 or Pastor Martha Bardwell at martha@oursavioursmpls.org or (612) 791-2832.

Silent Auction and Brunch: A Fundraiser for Tapestry
2023-11-18 10:00 - 12:00 | St. Stephen Lutheran, Bloomington, 8400 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55431, United States
Join Tapestry, Richfield, and St. Stephen Lutheran, Bloomington, for a silent auction fundraiser for one of the synod’s strategic ministries, Tapestry.
Tickets are $20 (advance) or $25 (at the door) and include:

homemade brunch
music
fellowship
fun

More info >

Bishop Election Committee Listening Session
2023-11-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Grace NE Lutheran Church, 1500 6th Street NE, Minneapolis, MN, United States
The Bishop Election Committee would like to invite you to a series of listening sessions that started on October 30, 2023. Throughout the fall, we want to create intentional spaces to hear from as many people in our congregations as possible as we work on our synod profile for the upcoming bishop election.During these one-hour sessions, a pair from our bishop election committee will guide you through a series of questions. We’ll also invite you to share the gifts, responsibilities, and traits you’d like our next bishop in this Synod to have as we discern who God might be calling next to lead our Synod.
We are incredibly grateful to our host congregations who have opened their doors to host this series of listening sessions. In the meantime, bookmark the Bishop Election Committee page for updated information on our 2024 Bishop Election process.
November 16, 2023; 6:30 p.m.
Grace Lutheran Northeast, Minneapolis
ASL interpretation will be offered at the November 15 and 16 listening sessions and Spanish interpretation will be offered at the November 16 listening session. If you require ASL and Spanish interpretation during other sessions, please email us at BEC@mpls-synod.org or complete this survey no later than a week before the event is scheduled

El Comité de Elección de Obispo desea invitarlo a una serie de sesiones de escucha que comenzaron el 30 de octubre de 2023. Durante todo el mes de noviembre, queremos crear espacios intencionales para escuchar a la mayor cantidad posible de personas en nuestras congregaciones. Esto nos ayudara a completar nuestro perfil de Sínodo en preparación de nuestra elección de obispo.Durante estas sesiones de una hora, un par de nuestro comité de elección de obispo lo guiarán a través de una serie de preguntas. También lo invitaremos a compartir los dones, responsabilidades y rasgos que le gustaría que tuviera nuestro próximo obispo en este Sínodo mientras discernimos a quién Dios podría llamar como el próximo líder de este Sínodo.
Estamos muy agradecidos con nuestras congregaciones anfitrionas que han abierto sus puertas para estas sesiones de escucha. Mientras tanto, marque la página del Comité de Elección de Obispo para obtener información actualizada sobre nuestro proceso de Elección de Obispo de 2024.
16 de noviembre de 2023 a las 6:30 p.m.
la Iglesia Luterana de Gracia (Grace Lutheran) en el noreste de Minneapolis
Se ofrecerá interpretación en ASL en las sesiones de escucha de los 15 y 16 de noviembre y español en la sesione de escucha del 16 de noviembre. Si necesita interpretación en ASL y español durante las otras sesiones, envíenos un correo electrónico a BEC@mpls-synod.org o llene esta encuesta no más tardar una semana antes del evento.

Bishop Election Committee Listening Session
2023-11-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
The Bishop Election Committee would like to invite you to a series of listening sessions that started on October 30, 2023. Throughout the fall, we want to create intentional spaces to hear from as many people in our congregations as possible as we work on our synod profile for the upcoming bishop election.During these one-hour sessions, a pair from our bishop election committee will guide you through a series of questions. We’ll also invite you to share the gifts, responsibilities, and traits you’d like our next bishop in this Synod to have as we discern who God might be calling next to lead our Synod.
We are incredibly grateful to our host congregations who have opened their doors to host this series of listening sessions. In the meantime, bookmark the Bishop Election Committee page for updated information on our 2024 Bishop Election process.
November 15, 2023; 12:00 p.m.
Zoom
November 16, 2023; 6:30 p.m.
Grace Lutheran Northeast, Minneapolis
ASL interpretation will be offered at the November 15 and 16 listening sessions and Spanish interpretation will be offered at the November 16 listening session. If you require ASL and Spanish interpretation during other sessions, please email us at BEC@mpls-synod.org or complete this survey no later than a week before the event is scheduled

El Comité de Elección de Obispo desea invitarlo a una serie de sesiones de escucha que comenzaron el 30 de octubre de 2023. Durante todo el mes de noviembre, queremos crear espacios intencionales para escuchar a la mayor cantidad posible de personas en nuestras congregaciones. Esto nos ayudara a completar nuestro perfil de Sínodo en preparación de nuestra elección de obispo.Durante estas sesiones de una hora, un par de nuestro comité de elección de obispo lo guiarán a través de una serie de preguntas. También lo invitaremos a compartir los dones, responsabilidades y rasgos que le gustaría que tuviera nuestro próximo obispo en este Sínodo mientras discernimos a quién Dios podría llamar como el próximo líder de este Sínodo.
Estamos muy agradecidos con nuestras congregaciones anfitrionas que han abierto sus puertas para estas sesiones de escucha. Mientras tanto, marque la página del Comité de Elección de Obispo para obtener información actualizada sobre nuestro proceso de Elección de Obispo de 2024.
15 de noviembre de 2023 a las 12:00 p.m.
vía Zoom
16 de noviembre de 2023 a las 6:30 p.m.
la Iglesia Luterana de Gracia (Grace Lutheran) en el noreste de Minneapolis
Se ofrecerá interpretación en ASL en las sesiones de escucha de los 15 y 16 de noviembre y español en la sesione de escucha del 16 de noviembre. Si necesita interpretación en ASL y español durante las otras sesiones, envíenos un correo electrónico a BEC@mpls-synod.org o llene esta encuesta no más tardar una semana antes del evento.

Youth Ministry Gathering
2023-11-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Urban Growler, 2325 Endicott St, St. Paul, MN, 55114, United States
Join other Youth Ministry staff and volunteers at Urban Growler to discuss summer plans for your youth group.

Balancing Act: Navigating the Challenges of the Sandwich Generation
2023-11-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 202 Coulter Blvd., Chanhassen, MN, United States
Balancing Act: Navigating the Challenges of the Sandwich Generation
At this free community event, learn practical ways to survive and thrive as a member of the sandwich generation (those navigating the complexities of caring for aging parents while simultaneously supporting their own children/grandchildren). Presenters are R.N., Your Nurse Advocate Consulting, LLC, and MKG Parent Coach.
For planning purposes, we appreciate your RSVP through the church website (At this free community event, learn practical ways to survive and thrive as a member of the sandwich generation (those navigating the complexities of caring for aging parents while simultaneously supporting their own children/grandchildren). Presenters are R.N., Your Nurse Advocate Consulting, LLC and MKG Parent Coach. For planning purposes, we appreciate your RSVP through the church website.
Mondays, November 13: 7:00 p.m.
Family of Christ Lutheran Church
2020 Coulter Blvd, Chanhassen
More information: https://www.familyofchristonline.org

Children's Ministry Gathering
2023-11-13 13:00 - 14:00 | St. Stephen Lutheran, Bloomington, 8400 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55431, United States
Children’s ministry staff and key volunteers are invited to gather in person to talk about volunteer retention and partnering with parents. Our hosts are Rachelle Gill (Easter, Eagan) and Julie Vagle (Trinity, Long Lake). No registration is necessary!

Storying EcoFaith
2023-11-11 08:30 - 15:00 | Immanuel Lutheran Church, 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie, MN, 55346, United States
Storying EcoFaith
Join folks from across the synod to explore and create your story about faith and creation care using easy-to-learn digital storytelling tools.
Saturday, November 11; 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Immanuel Lutheran Church, Eden Prairie
Contact person: Johan Baumeister at jbaumeister@mpls-synod.org or (612) 230-3306

Refresher Course for Faith Community Nurses
2023-11-09 09:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
This three-part series is for current Parish Nurses/Faith Community Nurses who took their initial training program more than 5 years ago. Based on input from FCNs, we are offering these topics to help update and refresh your knowledge in health ministry.
October 5, November 9, 2023 & February 1, 2024
More information >

Return to Wisdom
2023-11-08 18:30 - 20:00 | Diamond Lake Lutheran Church, 5760 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States
If you joined for the screening of INHABITANTS: INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVES ON RESTORING OUR WORLD. The story follows five Native American tribes across deserts, coastlines, forests, and prairies as they restore their traditional land management practices—an effort becoming increasingly essential on a rapidly changing planet.
Then, return on November 8 at 6:30 for a conversation with Dr. Mike Dockry to discuss the content, messages, and actionable knowledge from the film. Dr. Dockry is a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation.
Both events are free and the community is welcome and encouraged to attend.
More information >

Balancing Act: Navigating the Challenges of the Sandwich Generation
2023-11-06 19:00 - 2023-11-13 20:30 | Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 202 Coulter Blvd., Chanhassen, MN, United States
Balancing Act: Navigating the Challenges of the Sandwich Generation
At this free community event, learn practical ways to survive and thrive as a member of the sandwich generation (those navigating the complexities of caring for aging parents while simultaneously supporting their own children/grandchildren). Presenters are R.N., Your Nurse Advocate Consulting, LLC, and MKG Parent Coach.
For planning purposes, we appreciate your RSVP through the church website (At this free community event, learn practical ways to survive and thrive as a member of the sandwich generation (those navigating the complexities of caring for aging parents while simultaneously supporting their own children/grandchildren). Presenters are R.N., Your Nurse Advocate Consulting, LLC and MKG Parent Coach. For planning purposes, we appreciate your RSVP through the church website.
Mondays, November 6 and 13: 7:00 p.m.
Family of Christ Lutheran Church
2020 Coulter Blvd, Chanhassen
More information: https://www.familyofchristonline.org

JUST LOVE (Fall Women's Gathering)
2023-11-04 09:00 - 16:00 | First Lutheran Church of Columbia Heights, 1555 40th Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN, 55421, United States
Women of the ELCA, gather your gals and come to this incredible opportunity to connect, inspire and create a better world– one act of love at a time!
Inspire: Bible Study • Worship • Connection • Music Friendship
Ignite: Explore Mental health & loneliness, Social justice & women’s imprisonment
Refresh: Coffee & Lunch • Childcare • Chair Massage • Yoga
Serve: On-site impact projects • Global market
More information and registration >

Bishop Election Committee Listening Session
2023-11-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Immanuel Lutheran Church, 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie, MN, 55346, United States
The Bishop Election Committee would like to invite you to a series of listening sessions that started on October 30, 2023. Throughout the fall, we want to create intentional spaces to hear from as many people in our congregations as possible as we work on our synod profile for the upcoming bishop election.
During these one-hour sessions, a pair from our bishop election committee will guide you through a series of questions. We’ll also invite you to share the gifts, responsibilities, and traits you’d like our next bishop in this Synod to have as we discern who God might be calling next to lead our Synod.
We are incredibly grateful to our host congregations who have opened their doors to host this series of listening sessions. In the meantime, bookmark the Bishop Election Committee page for updated information on our 2024 Bishop Election process.
November 2, 2023; 6:30 p.m.
Immanuel Lutheran Church, Eden Prairie
November 15, 2023; 12:00 p.m.
Zoom
November 16, 2023; 6:30 p.m.
Grace Lutheran Northeast, Minneapolis
ASL interpretation will be offered at the November 15 and 16 listening sessions and Spanish interpretation will be offered at the November 16 listening session. If you require ASL and Spanish interpretation during other sessions, please email us at BEC@mpls-synod.org or complete this survey no later than a week before the event is scheduled

El Comité de Elección de Obispo desea invitarlo a una serie de sesiones de escucha que comenzaron el 30 de octubre de 2023. Durante todo el mes de noviembre, queremos crear espacios intencionales para escuchar a la mayor cantidad posible de personas en nuestras congregaciones. Esto nos ayudara a completar nuestro perfil de Sínodo en preparación de nuestra elección de obispo.
Durante estas sesiones de una hora, un par de nuestro comité de elección de obispo lo guiarán a través de una serie de preguntas. También lo invitaremos a compartir los dones, responsabilidades y rasgos que le gustaría que tuviera nuestro próximo obispo en este Sínodo mientras discernimos a quién Dios podría llamar como el próximo líder de este Sínodo.
Estamos muy agradecidos con nuestras congregaciones anfitrionas que han abierto sus puertas para estas sesiones de escucha. Mientras tanto, marque la página del Comité de Elección de Obispo para obtener información actualizada sobre nuestro proceso de Elección de Obispo de 2024.
2 de noviembre de 2023 a las 6:30 p.m.
en la Iglesia Luterana Immanuel (Immanuel Lutheran) en Eden Prairie
15 de noviembre de 2023 a las 12:00 p.m.
vía Zoom
16 de noviembre de 2023 a las 6:30 p.m.
la Iglesia Luterana de Gracia (Grace Lutheran) en el noreste de Minneapolis
Se ofrecerá interpretación en ASL en las sesiones de escucha de los 15 y 16 de noviembre y español en la sesione de escucha del 16 de noviembre. Si necesita interpretación en ASL y español durante las otras sesiones, envíenos un correo electrónico a BEC@mpls-synod.org o llene esta encuesta no más tardar una semana antes del evento.

Equipping Congregations to Respond to Maltreatment of Vulnerable Adults
2023-11-02 09:30 - 11:00 | Lyngblomsten, Lino Lakes, Lino Lakes
Equipping Congregations to Respond to Maltreatment of Vulnerable Adults
This seminar is meant for clergy and care ministry leaders who work with and visit older adults in all kinds of settings. You will learn about who is a vulnerable adult, the basics of mandated reporting, how to recognize signs of abuse and neglect, as well as how to create policies on this important topic. Presented by Carolyn Klaver, RN, Resources to Churches Program Coordinator.
Tuesday, November 2; 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Lyngblomsten, Lino Lakes
Free to attend; registration is required: (651) 632-5330 or communityservices@lyngblomsten.org
Contact person: Rev. Ruth Sorenson at rsorenson@lyngblomsten.org or (651) 632-5376

Boundaries Training
2023-11-02 09:00 - 16:00 | St. Philip’s Lutheran Church, 6180 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley, MN, 55422, United States
Save the date for a Boundaries Training with LeaderWise!
This training is open to anyone who has a desk at a church.
Updates will be added to the Boundaries Training page >

2023 Fall Joint Ministerium
2023-10-26 08:30 - 12:00 | Luther Seminary, 2481 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, 55108, United States
2023 Fall Joint Ministerium with Saint Paul Area Synod
October 26, 2023
9:00 a.m. – Noon
More details about the Ministerium >

Anti-Christian Nationalism Work on the Parish Level
2023-10-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Nativity Lutheran, 3312 Silver Lake Road, Saint Anthony Village, MN, 55418, United States
With growing concern over the Christian Nationalist movement, a mix of local clergy and lay leaders are inviting others to gather, learn, and envision opportunities for collective action.
Nativity Lutheran Church
3312 Silver Lake Road, St. Anthony Village, Minnesota
In person or online
Please RSVP in advance to ensure seating and to receive follow-up materials and next steps resulting from the discussions and planning: https://www.nativitychurch.org/join-a-3-part-series-anti-christian-nationalism-work-on-the-parish-level-feat-presiding-churchwide-bishop-of-the-elca-rev-elizabeth-a-eaton/
Sunday, October 22, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., CST
Come together to discuss how we, as one body of Christ from the ELCA and beyond, will show up and take loving, collective action. We’ll share ways we can offer and demonstrate a true-to-scripture, Jesus-based narrative to counter Christian Nationalism.
Register to attend this session on Zoom (required if not attending in person):
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlde6pqDMvEtJ5WiJnuNElfBGV01Jqf40Q

Embody: Lead Powerfully as A Woman in Ministry
2023-10-19 10:00 - 2023-11-16 11:30 | Zoom
Embody: Lead Powerfully as A Woman in Ministry
This series will realign your integrity with the realities of church work. Participants will walk away with powerful concepts, coaching tools they can apply right away, and a path forward to create a life-giving ministry.
Join Dr. Crystal Hall for “Embody: Lead Powerfully as A Woman in Ministry,” a webinar series on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. CST on October 19, October 26, November 2, November 9, and November 16.
Each week will reflect on a chapter of The Rev. Dr. Karoline M. Lewis’ Embody: Five Keys to Leading with Integrity.
Click here to register now: www.crystalhallphd.com/events
Questions: Dr. Crystal Hall at crystal@crystalhallphd.com

Anti-Christian Nationalism Work on the Parish Level
2023-10-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Nativity Lutheran, 3312 Silver Lake Road, Saint Anthony Village, MN, 55418, United States
With growing concern over the Christian Nationalist movement, a mix of local clergy and lay leaders are inviting others to gather, learn, and envision opportunities for collective action.
Nativity Lutheran Church
3312 Silver Lake Road, St. Anthony Village, Minnesota
In person or online
Please RSVP in advance to ensure seating and to receive follow-up materials and next steps resulting from the discussions and planning: https://www.nativitychurch.org/join-a-3-part-series-anti-christian-nationalism-work-on-the-parish-level-feat-presiding-churchwide-bishop-of-the-elca-rev-elizabeth-a-eaton/
Sunday, October 15, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., CST
Join us as we hear Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton, Presiding Bishop of the ELCA, speak about her concern and her thoughts on ecumenical advocacy against Christian Nationalism. Fellowship and a light meal will begin at 11:30 am. Bishop Eaton’s presentation, followed by a Q&A session, will begin at 12:00 pm.
“Whether we worship at a church, mosque, synagogue, or temple, America has no second-class faiths. All are equal under the U.S. Constitution.”
– Presiding Bishop, Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton (August 2, 2019)
Register to attend this session on Zoom (required if not attending in person):
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvceyrpz0pGdQwhjcLOk4v3_K1ZC5OaX0o
Sunday, October 22, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., CST
Come together to discuss how we, as one body of Christ from the ELCA and beyond, will show up and take loving, collective action. We’ll share ways we can offer and demonstrate a true-to-scripture, Jesus-based narrative to counter Christian Nationalism.
Register to attend this session on Zoom (required if not attending in person):
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlde6pqDMvEtJ5WiJnuNElfBGV01Jqf40Q

Building Power Together: An EDLARJ Event
2023-10-12 15:00 - 2023-10-14 15:00 | Aloft Hotel Minneapolis, 900 WAshington Avenue South, Minneapolis
Building Power Together
Every three years, the European Descent Lutheran Association for Racial Justice (EDLARJ) meets to build community, learn about racial justice, and to shape the future of EDLARJ. This year, the group will be gathering in Minneapolis for a time that will include:

A pilgrimage to George Floyd Square co-lead by ELCA Racial Justice office
Conversations with community members
Worship and meals together
Discussions on what EDLARJ does, where we are hoping to go, and how you can take part
Elections of new board members and officers
… and more!

Thursday, October 12, 3:00 p.m. — Sunday, October 14, 3:00 p.m.
The registration cost is $250 per person, which covers meals, transportation to and from George Floyd Square, and assembly materials. An offering will be taken at worship for the American Indian Alaska Native Association (ELCA) and MIGIZI, a Minneapolis non-profit supporting American Indian youth.
Hotel Information:
Aloft Minneapolis
900 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis
The Aloft Hotel is 0.3 miles from the Metro Light Rail Blue Line stop, which you can take directly from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport. You are responsible for obtaining transportation to/from and around Minneapolis with the exception of our group pilgrimage to George Floyd Square.
Register by September 15! Register Here!

All Nations Indian Church Information Opportunity
2023-10-12 09:00 - 12:00 | All Nations Indian Church, 1515 East 23rd Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55404
All Nations Indian Church Information Opportunity
Do you want ot learn about Indigenous ministries? ARe you interested in Twin Cities Urban Indian communities? Are you looking to do justice work led by Indigenous leaders? Is your congregation considering support for All Nations Indian Church or the Council for American Indian Ministries (CAIM)?
During this upcoming information session at All Nations, participants will experience a worship circle, listen to All Nation’s members tell stories, discuss histories and resources, fo on a neighborhood tour, and learn specific action steps.
Thursday, October 12
9:00 a.m. – Noon
All Nations Indian Church
1515 East 23rd Street, Minneapolis
To sign up, send congregation name with names and emails of participants to Pastor Mimi Goodwin

CYF Welcome Event
2023-10-12 08:45 - 11:00 | Luther Seminary – Olson Campus Center, 1490 Fulham Street, St. Paul, MN, 55113, United States
CYF Welcome Event
Join a network of CYF staff for an exciting opportunity:
Connecting New Youth Workers in the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Area Synods!
Are you a fresh face in the world of children and youth ministry within the Saint Paul or Minneapolis Area synods? Or perhaps you’re seeking to expand your network and make meaningful connections in this vibrant community? If so, there is a warm welcome extended to you!
Thursday, October 12
8:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Luther Seminary, Olson Campus Center
Network leaders deeply appreciate your involvement in your synod, and are thrilled to have you on board. To kick off this exciting journey, you are invited to join our upcoming gathering.
Contact person: Kris Bjorke at masfirstthird@gmail.com or Julie Vagle at Juliev@trinitylonglake.org
For more information: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfUSdfH0yM3ti…/viewform

From Wedding Rings to Nose Rings - Generational Differences in the Pews
2023-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
From Wedding Rings to Nose Rings — Generational Differences in the Pews
Have you been wondering why some churches elect to rent a high school gym or area hotel for worship? Or why the front of the worship space is an electronic haven? For some, church attendance is a given; for others it is “nice if you can make it.”
At the time of this presentation, worship is being done with up to six generations attending/watching/listening. The world we live in changes continually as has attendance patterns and financial support of places of worship. The presenter will be Faith Roberts, MSN, RN, NEA-BC.
Tuesday, October 10
6:00 – 8:00 p.m., CT
Zoom
Understanding what defines each generation helps the practicing Faith Community Nurse (FCN) to support programming and services that speak to different age groups. The registration fee will be $30 for LFCNA members; $50 for non-members. Contact hours provided: 2.0
For more information or to register: https://lutheranfcna.org/event-5408822
Contact person: Carol DeSchepper at lutheranfcna@gmail.com

Children's Ministry Gathering
2023-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Children’s Ministry Gathering
Join us for our monthly Children’s Ministry Zoom gathering. Our topic is social media and communication. Come with ideas of what is working for your congregation and questions you might have.
Monday, October 9; 1:00 p.m.
Zoom
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88284971186?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 882 8497 1186
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Contact person: Julie Vagle at Juliev@trinitylonglake.org
