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SUMMARY:Digital Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
DESCRIPTION:Join historian\, theologian and licensed tour guide Mary Danho for four digital sessions that send your spirit traveling to the Holy Land.\n\n\n\nMary Danho grew up in Jerusalem just blocks from the Church of the Holy Sepulcher\, listening in on tours long before she was leading them herself. There are fewer tourists and travelers coming to visit these days\, but Mary knows there are many who long to make connections between their faith and the very real places she calls home. \nMary is offering a digital Advent series for long distance pilgrims\, including some who have traveled with her in the past or hope to join her tours in the future. She is relatively new to teaching online\, so this will be a new adventure. \nRegister as an individual or as a congregation/organization. You’re bound to learn something new about scripture\, sacred land and yourself during a season we claim to be too busy for a holy\, midday pause like this one. \n\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, December 1 HOPE\nSea of Galilee: The setting of so many miraclces and stories in Jesus ministry.\nMonday\, December 8 PEACE\nNazareth: The Annunciation – A girl who belonged to herself said yes.\nMonday\, December 15 JOY\nEin Kerem: The Visitation – Mary & Elizabeth\, John the Baptist\, too.\nMonday\, December 22 LOVE\nThe Shepherds’ Fields: Jesus’ birth is announced to the shepherds.\n\n\nMore information > \nNote: EventBrite requires that we list four ticketed dates\, but you’re really just buying one ticket and getting one ticket and one reoccurring Zoom link. We’re sorry for the ways it looks confusing. Contact a host if you need help! \nHosted by: Jenny Sung\, Natalia Terfa and Meta Herrick Carlson
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/digital-pilgrimage-to-the-holy-land/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Rebuilding Hope - What's Next for Welcome
DESCRIPTION:As 2025 draws to a close\, Global Refuge reflects on the many ways the work of welcome has been tested—and our conviction to come back better than ever in 2026. This webinar will cover the current state of immigration policy\, our programming\, and how you can help us meet critical needs and spread hope in the final month of the year. \nGlobal Refuge\, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS)\, has been welcoming newcomers since 1939 through advocacy\, care and empowerment.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/webinar-rebuilding-hope-whats-next-for-welcome/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
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UID:20063-1764892800-1765065599@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Augsburg University Advent Vespers
DESCRIPTION:For more than four decades\, Augsburg University has ushered in the Advent and Christmas seasons with Advent Vespers\, a magnificent experience of music and liturgy focusing on the theme of preparation and culminating in the joyful celebration of the Incarnation. You are invited to join on December 6 – 7 at Central Lutheran Church\, Minneapolis\, for the 46th annual Advent Vespers: “Guide Our Feet Into the Way of Peace.” In times like these\, God sends prophets to point us in a new direction\, to remind us of God’s loving intentions for the world. While peaceful times may feel far off\, we join the defiant song of Zechariah that points towards a future day when the fullness of God’s shalom dawns once again in our lives. Reserve tickets now at augsburg.edu/advent-vespers. \nFriday\, December 5\, 7:00 p.m.\nSaturday\, December 6\, 2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/augsburg-university-advent-vespers/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 S 12th St.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251006T155512Z
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SUMMARY:Alternative Gift Market at Christ Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Select from 25+ local and international charities as alternative gifts for friends and family. Fair trade items also available for purchase.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/alternative-gift-market-at-christ-memorial/
LOCATION:Christ Memorial Lutheran Church\, Plymouth\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251118T161031Z
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SUMMARY:Advent Concert & Cookie Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Join some amazing musicians for an afternoon of Advent music at St. James. There will be a free will offering taken for Agate Housing & Services. There will also be a cookie exchange following the event; bring cookies\, eat some\, and take a few home!
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/advent-concert-cookie-exchange/
LOCATION:St. James Lutheran\, Crystal\, 6700 46th Place North \, Crystal\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251118T165038Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Retreat Week
DESCRIPTION:Between the busyness of Thanksgiving and Christmas\, give yourself the gift of stillness. Rest in a comfortable hotel-style room\, enjoy nutritious meals prepared by our professional chefs\, and restore your spirit with access to peaceful amenities—indoor pool\, whirlpool\, sauna\, cozy lounges\, miles of trails\, fire pits\, a meditation room\, and more. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/silent-retreat-week/
LOCATION:Mt. Olivet Retreat Center\, 7984 257th St W\, Farmington\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20250915T205322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T185347Z
UID:19939-1765292400-1765299600@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Children & Youth Ministry Monthly Gathering - December
DESCRIPTION:December Youth Ministry Gathering\nSocial Time
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/monthly-youth-ministry-gathering-december/
LOCATION:Tamarack Taproom\, 8418 Tamarack Village\, Woodbury\, MN\, 55125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,For CYF Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251203T155140Z
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UID:20573-1765387800-1765393200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Faith & Life Conversation: Antisemitism
DESCRIPTION:Faith and Life Conversation\nPatrick LaCombe\, Steve Hunegs\, and Joel Quie strive to address the issue called\, “The Longest Hatred”.\nBefore a business career\, Patrick spent 14 years at the State Department supporting the transition from Communism to democracy and free markets in Central and East Europe. He served the State Department in Poland in the 90’s and is dedicated to the study of Holocaust history. \nSteve Hunegs has been the Executive Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota & the Dakotas since 2006. During this time Steve and his colleagues have been recognized for their work by the United States Attorney for Minnesota; the FBI; International Leadership Institute; Israel Bonds; among others. \nJoel Quie is an ordained pastor of the ELCA. Prior to retiring in 2021\, he served for 35 years in three states. During his tenure in three congregations he worked tirelessly to build ecumenical bridges in his community.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/faith-life-conversation-antisemitism/
LOCATION:Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church\, 5011 S 31st Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55417\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251028T204510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T170031Z
UID:20322-1765447200-1765454400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:December Western Suburbs CYF Network Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Western Suburbs CYF Ministry Network meets the second Thursday of each month to Renew\, Educate\, and Connect. Everyone is welcome! \nThis month they are talking about local service opportunities for all sizes and ages. Great start when looking forward to summer programs!
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/december-western-suburbs-cyf-network-gathering/
LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, Long Lake\, 2060 County Road 6\, Long Lake\, MN\, 55356\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,For CYF Leaders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20250910T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T203737Z
UID:19842-1765454400-1765458000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Learn Together Over Lunch Series: How To Write a Resolution (and do you need to?)
DESCRIPTION:Due to low registration numbers\, this conversation has been cancelled. If you have questions about writing resolutions or for the Reference and Counsel Committee\, reach out to Liz Farmer.\n—– \nLed by the Reference and Counsel Committee of the Minneapolis Area Synod\, participants will learn how to write an effective resolution (and learn if a resolution is the best way to accomplish their goals). \nSpanish and ASL interpretation will be provided. Join us live for the one-hour Zoom call or watch the recording later. \nRegister to receive the Zoom link > \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/learn-together-over-lunch-series-how-to-write-a-resolution-and-do-you-need-to/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learn Together Over Lunch Series,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
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UID:20398-1765557000-1765659600@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:National Lutheran Choir Christmas Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come\, Dwell with Us: A Christmas Festival Join the National Lutheran Choir under Artistic Director Jennaya Robison for Come\, Dwell with Us: A Christmas Festival. This beloved festival features a new Christmas carol by acclaimed Minnesota composer Jocelyn Hagen alongside works by Mark Butler\, Gwyneth Walker\, and Rosephanye Powell\, as well as cherished favorites like Morten Lauridsen’s O Magnum Mysterium\, Pavel Chesnokov’s Salvation Is Created  and Carl Schalk’s Before the Marvel of this Night. Experience the beauty of the NLC\, the NLC Children’s Ensemble\, instrumental chamber ensemble\, and narration by Brian Newhouse. \nDates & Location:\nFriday\, December 12\, 4:30 p.m.\nSaturday\, December 13\, 1:30 p.m.* and 8:00 p.m.\nBasilica of Saint Mary\, 1600 Hennepin Avenue\, Minneapolis \n*The Saturday 1:30pm performance will be live-streamed. \nTickets at NLCA.com.\nGroups of 10 or more receive discounted tickets. Call 612-722-2301 for info on group rates.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/national-lutheran-choir-christmas-festival/
LOCATION:Basilica of Saint Mary\, Minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251028T205005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T205015Z
UID:20324-1765735200-1765742400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Bevies with the Bishops
DESCRIPTION:Young Adults (18-35) of the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Area Synods are invited to join Bishops Patricia Lull and Jen Nagel for an “Ask Them Anything” event.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/bevies-with-the-bishops/
LOCATION:Norseman Distillery\, 451 Taft St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,For Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251209T162824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T162824Z
UID:20631-1766169000-1766179800@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Las Posadas: A Community Pilgrimage & Peace Lantern Procession
DESCRIPTION:You and your communities are invited to claim joy with San Pablo-St. Paul’s at their annual community Posada on Friday\, December 19. At 6:30 p.m.\, all will gather in the Sanctuary to recall the story of Mary and Joseph’s journey and their search for posada\, shelter. Then attendees will walk through the neighborhood in a lantern-led Peace Procession\, singing traditional carols in both English and Spanish (plus a special song they’re composing just for the posada!). Afterward\, all are invited to embrace convivencia with shared food\, a piñata\, and live music from Alma Andina. The community Posada is free and open to all. \nDownload the flyer >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/las-posadas-a-community-pilgrimage-peace-lantern-procession/
LOCATION:San Pablo/St. Paul’s\, 2742 15th Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251208T213156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T213156Z
UID:20599-1766343600-1766347200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Center of Addiction and Faith Blue Christmas Service
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season arrives when the world around us is at its coldest and darkest. In these deep winter weeks\, when the trees are bare and the days are short\, it’s easy to feel as if the warmth and light we’re promised are out of reach. \n“The light shines in the darkness\, and the darkness did not overcome it.” \nA beautiful truth—yet there are moments when that light feels faint\, and the shadows feel closer than ever. \nThis service is for anyone who isn’t feeling merry or bright right now. For anyone carrying grief\, exhaustion\, disappointment\, or a quiet ache you can’t quite name. While the world pushes cheer\, we make space for what’s real. \nWe gather to honor your pain\, your questions\, your empty places\, and to gently ask—together—for comfort\, for courage\, and for a light that still rises even when we cannot see it. \nYou are not alone. Come as you are. \nRegister > \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/center-of-addiction-and-faith-blue-christmas-service/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center of Addiction & Faith":MAILTO:pastored@addictionandfaith.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251210T191740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T192134Z
UID:20665-1766577600-1766768400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Office Closed - Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The Synod Office will be closed the afternoon of December 24\, and all day December 25\, and 26. \nIf you need to reach a Synod staff member in case of emergency\, call 612-230-3308.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/synod-office-closed-christmas/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Featured,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251215T152716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T152716Z
UID:20696-1767182400-1767186000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Unwine Your Mind - A January Reset
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center of Addiction & Faith for a one-hour free webinar entitled “Unwine Your Mind – A January Reset” \nDecember 31\, 2025\, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. \nThis webinar will feature Hilary Sheinbaum\, founder of GoingDry.co\, a company that designs non-alcoholic events and menus\, and author of The Dry Challenge\, a guide for anyone attempting a dry month. She believes in joyful big living without relying on alcohol. A healthier relationship with alcohol starts with one honest month. This webinar will invite you to go fully alcohol-free for 30 days for the full reset experience\, or commit to a meaningful reduction and see how you feel physically\, emotionally and spiritually after one month. Hilary will bring humor\, compassion\, practical tools and a refreshing “no guilt necessary approach during this webinar. \nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/unwine-your-mind-a-january-reset/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T192456
CREATED:20251210T191938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T192222Z
UID:20667-1767182400-1767286800@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Office Closed - New Year's Eve/Day
DESCRIPTION:The Synod Office will be closed the afternoon of December 31\, and all day January 1. \nIf you need to reach a Synod staff member in case of emergency\, call 612-230-3308.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/synod-office-closed-new-years-eve-day/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Featured,Synod
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