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 […]
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 >
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 >
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
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!
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 >
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]