God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday
Mark your calendar for Sunday, September 7, when congregations of the ELCA will join together for the annual day of service, “God’s work. Our hands.” Participating in service projects is one way to celebrate who we are as the ELCA — one church, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. We are a church [...]
Synod Senior Band Concert
St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church 17205 County Rd 6, Plymouth, MN, United StatesThe Synod Senior Band is a community band made up of seniors playing for seniors. They welcome players of any band instrument to join them for camaraderie and making great music. The 2025 theme is “The Promise of Living.” Enjoy one of their concerts throughout the year!
Stories from Queer Christian Outdoor Adventures with Mikah Meyer
First Lutheran Church of Columbia Heights 1555 40th Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN, United StatesFirst Lutheran Church's "Stories from our Neighborhood" series will kick off with Mikah Meyer, the son of a Lutheran Campus Pastor and is a gay rights advocate for making parks and the great outdoors more inclusive. His new documentary Canyon Chorus, that he'll be showing at the event, was named 1 of the Best 30 [...]
Peace of the Prairie: Retreat for Church Musicians
Shalom Hill Farm 42194 County Road 3, Windom, MN, United StatesChurch musicians are invited to experience the peace of the prairie at Shalom Hill Farm in rural Windom, Minnesota. This retreat is designed to offer a time of renewal for church musicians as a new year of programming begins. The retreat will include worship, discussion, resource sharing and fellowship, as well as opportunities to enjoy [...]
Learn Together Over Lunch Series: Minnesota Paid Leave Program
OnlineAre you ready for Minnesota Paid Leave? Effective January 1, 2026, most Minnesota employees will be eligible for up to 12 weeks of job protected paid medical and/or family leave. This is a state-run program funded by premiums paid by employers and employees. Attend this webinar led by Jewelie Grape, the Minneapolis Area Synod's attorney, [...]
Bright Stars of Bethlehem Annual Gala
Edina Community Lutheran Church 4113 West 54th Street , Edina, MN, United StatesThe Minneapolis Area Synod community can help support change for our Palestinian siblings by joining Bright Stars of Bethlehem for the Hope Abounds 6th Annual Virtual Fundraising Gala on Saturday, September 13. Attendees will be taken on a virtual trip to Palestine by sharing student stories, hearing from featured guest Rick Steves, and getting updates [...]
Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course
OnlineThis virtual Foundations Course prepares RNs to become Faith Community Nurses (Parish Nurses). The course is ANCC approved for 37.5 Contact Hours for RNs in all 50 states and prepares RNs to focus on whole-person care including spiritual care. September 14, September 25, October 5, October 23, and November 2, 2025 More information >
Interim Ministry in After-Pastor Settings
OnlineInterim pastors are sometimes called to serve as “after pastors” – meaning, following a pastor who has engaged in some sort of misconduct (financial, sexual, or other boundary violation). For the ELCA's Interim Ministry Association's Annual Fall Education Webinar, Kendra Stea will lead a conversation about the salient issues in such situations. More Information
Monthly Youth Ministry Gathering – September
Nine Mile Brewing 9555 James Ave S Suite 290, Bloomington, MN, United StatesSeptember Youth Ministry Gathering Why is CYF important? Networking and Support
Health Promoter Training for Congregations
OnlineThis new HEALTH PROMOTER course is designed for volunteer laypersons or church staff who wish to begin and lead health efforts to encourage physical, emotional and spiritual wellness among faith community members. Promoting health in your church strengthens relationships, service and congregational care. Health Promoters work with your church's leaders to identify and respond to [...]