January 2024 Ministerium
Oak Knoll Lutheran Church, Minnetonka 600 Hopkins Crossroad, Minnetonka, MN, United StatesSome say you can summarize Martin Luther’s theology in two words: “grace” and “vocation.” And, you could also say that Luther expanded the meaning of each word. Grace is sufficient (period). Grace is for all (no exceptions). And, with his theology of the “priesthood of all believers,” Luther was clear that each and every Christian [...]
Embodied Antiracism Practice Group for White Bodies
Northeast United Methodist Church 2510 Cleveland St NE,, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesWhat’s at the root of the collective patterns of racist harm that remain so pervasive among white bodies, despite our good intentions? And how do we begin to pull up those roots, helping us to show up more and more aligned with our values? CLNE's embodied antiracism practice groups explore these questions and build loving, [...]
Inspired Life: Mental Health Connect
All Saints Lutheran Church Minnetonka 15915 Excelsior Blvd, Minnetonka, MNInspired Life: Mental Health Connect Rev. Hannah Campbell Gustafson will tell the story of her passion for mental health, and the journey that led her to become Executive Director of Mental Health Connect in June 2023. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy declared that people in the U.S. are experiencing an epidemic of loneliness and [...]
Addiction and Practical Solutions for Faith Communities
onlineAddiction and Practical Solutions for Faith Communities Join The Center of Addiction and Faith on Wednesday, January 31, for a free one-hour webinar on Zoom titled Addiction & Practical Solutions for Faith Communities from Noon - 1:00 p.m. All attending will be on zoom and questions can be asked through chat during the webinar. Author [...]
Youth Group Confirmation Night at Luther Seminary
Luther Seminary 2481 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, United StatesSAVE the date: ELCA Congregations, bring your youth (Grandes 6-12th grade) and adult leaders to Luther Seminary for a night of games, pizza, learning (about vocation!) and worship. More information coming soon. Registration opens November 15 at luthersem.edu/admissions/events/
Refresher Course for Faith Community Nurses
VirtualThis 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 >
Discipline that connects
Long Lake Lutheran Church 3921 277th Avenue NW, Isanti, MN, United StatesDiscipline that Connects What kids learn when they are disciplined wil last a lifetime. But, well-intentioned parents often miss their kids' hearts during discipline. Instead of building the wisdom and respect they hope for, parents inadvertently build discouragement and resentment, which drives their kids to misbehave more. But, it doesn't have to be that way! [...]
Middle School Retreat at Luther Crest
Luther Crest Bible Camp 8231 County Road 11 NE, Alexandria, MN, United StatesMiddle School Retreat at Luther Crest Play, worship, create, and have fun this winter while staying in a cabin with other Middle School age campers and a Luther Crest Camp Counselor! February 9-11, 2024 (Friday at 7:00 p.m. - Sunday at 11:00 a.m.) Luther Crest Bible Camp, Alexandria Minnesota More info: https://www.luthercrest.org/youth-retreats Contact person: Renae [...]
Night Songs
University Lutheran Church of Hope 601 13th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesNight Songs This evening of music and poetry features the choirs of University Lutheran Church of Hope, Grace University Lutheran, First Congregational Church of MN, University Baptist Church, Vocal U, and other metro area singers and instrumentalists. Come listen to beautiful music under stunning projections of the night sky! Friday, February 9; 7:30 p.m. University Lutheran [...]
Conference Assemblies
Every voice matters. Our Church needs lay and rostered voting members to participate in Conference Assemblies in preparation for Synod Assembly in May. Please let your lay voting members know! REGISTER What are Conference Assemblies? The congregations of the Minneapolis Area Synod are organized into 12 geographic conferences. These conferences are led by a dean, and [...]