Mpls Area Synod ELCA

2026 Synod Assembly
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-02 | Lord of Life, Ramsey, 14501 Nowthen Blvd NW, Ramsey, MN, 55303, United States
Lay and rostered leaders are invited to gather as the larger church and worship, connect, and vote.
Friday evening:

5:00 p.m. – Hearings, orientations, optional dinner
6:00 p.m. – Devotion, grounding in theme and Scripture
6:30 – 8:00 p.m. – Plenary 1

Saturday:

9:00 a.m. – Opening worship
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Plenaries, lunch, speakers

More information coming soon.

Learn Together Over Lunch Series: Narrative Budgets
2026-05-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
Rev. Tim Brown is the Director for Congregational Stewardship at the ELCA and will lead attendees in building narrative budgets to highlight the missional work that takes place in faith communities.
Spanish and ASL interpretation will be provided. Join us live for the one-hour Zoom call or watch the recording later.
Register to receive the Zoom link >

Stories the Land Holds: Celebration and Music
2026-05-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 4801 France Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55410, 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 p.m. Rooted in the belief that the land beneath us speaks—through its history, its people, and its enduring presence.

Hosted by Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Minneapolis, and supported by a generous foundation grant, this series explores the layered histories of the neighborhood lands between the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers. Through storytelling, reflection, and dialogue, participants will ask:

– What has the land absorbed?
– Who has lived here, been welcomed, excluded, or expelled?
– How have these histories shaped our present?
– And how can listening to the land guide us away from division and racism and towards justice and harmony?

More information >

Woven Together: Rostered Ministers Gathering
2026-07-06 - 2026-07-09 | MN
Now more than ever, in this time of seemingly endless chaos and disconnect, it’s essential for us to remember the ties that bind us together. Rostered leaders of the ELCA are invited to gather for a time of intentional connection to renew their strength, enjoy camaraderie with colleagues and reflect on the Holy Spirit’s continuing work among us.
All ELCA deacons, pastors, bishops (under call, on leave or disability, or retired) and candidates approved for call are invited to the Rostered Ministers Gathering, July 6-9, 2026, in Indianapolis, Ind. They’ll gather under the theme “Woven Together” and center ourselves each day on a thread of that theme:

“Woven Together With God.”
“Woven Together for Creation.”
“Woven Together as Community.”
“Rostered Ministers Woven Together.”

Learn More and Register >

2026 WELCA Annual Gathering
2026-07-16 - 2026-07-19 | Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, MN, 50309, United States
Save the date!
The Triennial Gathering brings together 1,000-3,000 WELCA leaders and participants for four days to worship, hear inspiring speakers, engage in service projects, participate in a 5K run, and interact with others in a large exhibit hall with educational, service, and shopping experiences.

Event registration will open July 15, 2025!
More information >

Quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons Gathering - July
2026-07-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Location TBD
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.

2026 Bishop's Theological Conference
2026-09-27 16:00 - 2026-09-29 12:00 | Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center, 2100 Arrowwood Ln, Alexandria, MN, 56308, United States
Save the date – more info coming soon!

ConNext Summit 2026: Beyond Belonging: Branching Out - Bringing In - Building Together
2026-10-11 - 2026-10-13 | Clearwater Forest Camp and Retreat Center, 16595 Crooked Lake Rd, Deerwood, MN, 56444, United States
Practice branching beyond belonging to build communities where all can thrive with Dave ‘Agape’ Scherer.
Registration in late spring.
October 11-13, 2026
More information >
The ConNext Summit’s biennial 2-day/2-night retreat-style conference creates a space to inspire Progressive Christian faith formation leaders as they reflect together, form networks, and cultivate innovative and sustainable ministries with children, youth, families and adults. Both newer and more seasoned leaders create a community in which to connect and grow!

Quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons Gathering - October
2026-10-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Location TBD

Fall 2026 Joint Ministerium
2026-10-29 08:00 - 12:00 | MN
Rostered leaders of the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods are invited to gather for a time of worship, learning, and community.
More information to come.

ELCA Youth Gathering
2027-06-28 - 2027-07-02 | MN
More info at elca.org/gathering
