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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T120000
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SUMMARY:JUSTmove Racial Justice Cohort for Church Leaders
DESCRIPTION:This eight-week learning cohort is for leaders who are seeking to catalyze courageous and faithful conversations about culture\, power\, and race. \nTuesdays\, April 7 – May 26\, Noon – 1:30 \nFor more information\, visit justmoveculture.com or email David Scherer at info@hiphopoutreach.com. \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/justmove-racial-justice-cohort-for-church-leaders/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20250711T145616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T223824Z
UID:19095-1775566800-1775572200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:MAS Retired Rostered Leaders Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a gathering of the Retired Roster on Tuesday\, April 7 from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Minnesota Church Center- 122 W. Franklin Ave. 1st Floor. We will share updates\, connect\, and vote on the slate of voting members for Synod Assembly (more info below.) There is ample free parking available on the north side of the building. We hope as many as are able will join us in person. And\, we will be glad to have you join via zoom if that makes it possible for you to connect. The zoom link is in the invitation email and will be sent again the morning of April 7. \nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/mas-retired-rostered-leaders-gathering-3/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Area Synod Office\, 122 W Franklin Ave\, #600\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,For Rostered Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260324T031218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T031218Z
UID:21445-1775649600-1775653200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Easter Season Preaching Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Michael Chan and Dr. Eric Barreto as they talk together about the Easter season texts for THIS year\, and what is striking them in light of our current time and place. \nCome\, bring a snack\, and just take it in. You don’t need to unmute\, you don’t need to have your camera on\, you only need to show up and receive this gift of conversation with two experts who happen to love these stories and each other. \nPay what you can! (Suggested price $20) \nRegister > \nHosted by Church Anew
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/easter-season-preaching-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,For Rostered Leaders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260327T220508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T220508Z
UID:21493-1775673000-1775678400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Goodman Lecture at St. Catherine University
DESCRIPTION:Join St. Catherine University for an important and timely conversation at the 2026 Goodman Lecture at The O’Shaughnessy. \nThis year’s lecture features an interfaith panel exploring the rise of religious nationalism and its impact on communities\, democracy\, and public life in the United States and around the world. Through thoughtful dialogue\, panelists will examine questions of belonging\, identity\, and the role of faith traditions in shaping our shared future. \n\nFeaturing: \n\n Ellen J. Kennedy\, PhD\, founder and executive director of World Without Genocide\n Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove\, Assistant Director for Partnerships at Yale Divinity School’s Center for Public Theology and Public Policy\n Najeeba Syeed\, Endowed Professor of Interfaith Studies and Executive Director of the Interfaith Institute at Augsburg University\nModerated by Rev. Angela Denker\, Pastor of Visitation and Public Theology at Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.\n\n\n📅 April 8 | ⏰ 6:30 PM\n📍 The O’Shaughnessy at St. Catherine University\n🎟️ FREE\, reservations required \n\nLearn more and reserve your seat >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/goodman-lecture-at-st-catherine-university/
LOCATION:St. Cathering University\, 2004 Randolph Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20251209T151952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T222437Z
UID:20622-1775728800-1775736000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:CYF Ministry Network April Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Western Suburbs CYF Ministry Network gathers CYF leaders for quarterly gatherings around different topics. \nIn April\, the Network will be talking about Social Justice. How is it connected with our CYF ministries\, our congregation\, and the community? Look forward to some great discussion! \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/western-suburbs-cyf-ministry-network-april-gathering/
LOCATION:Immanuel Lutheran Church\, 16515 Luther Way\, Eden Prairie\, MN\, 55346\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,For CYF Leaders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260313T151901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T151901Z
UID:21389-1775898000-1775923200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Growing Through Grief Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This day retreat includes options for processing grief through music\, art\, movement\, prayer\, and time in nature. In addition\, participants can meet briefly with a counselor\, spiritual director\, or pastor for support and consultation. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/growing-through-grief-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Mt. Olivet Retreat Center\, 7984 257th St W\, Farmington\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260108T214356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T210451Z
UID:20868-1776085200-1776088800@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Children's Ministry Online Meet-Up - April
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Children’s Ministry Online Meet-Up – April\nTopic: Fall & Welcome Back Events \nJoin the Call >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/monthly-childrens-ministry-online-meet-up-april/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured,For CYF Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260211T180043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T180043Z
UID:21175-1776106800-1776110400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Youth Gathering Webinar: Budgeting Without Losing Your Mind
DESCRIPTION:Gathering Webinars are designed to provide timely\, relevant information as you prepare for the Gathering. Each session is led by Gathering leadership and includes a presentation followed by a live Q&A. Webinars begin at 7:00 p.m. CST and run approximately 45 minutes. For those unable to attend live\, recordings will be available online several days following the webinar.\n\n\n\nTopic: Budgeting Without Losing Your Mind\n\nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/elca-youth-gathering-webinar-budgeting-without-losing-your-mind/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,ELCA,ELCA Youth Gathering,For CYF Leaders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260327T214247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T214326Z
UID:21486-1776164400-1776168000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Faith in Public Life: Mapping Religion in America and Understanding Faith Speak
DESCRIPTION:What does religion actually look like at the local level in America — and how does it shape the way people understand politics? \nOn April 14 at noon ET\, RNS invites you to a live conversation exploring a new tool from Faith in Public Life that maps more than 300 religious groups by county nationwide — and what that data reveals about communities\, identity\, and influence. \nWe will also examine “faith speak”: how people of different faith traditions interpret politically charged language\, and what that tells us about the connection between religious identity and public life. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFaith in Public Life: Mapping Religion in America and Understanding Faith Speak \nTuesday\, April 14 | noon ET \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/faith-in-public-life-mapping-religion-in-america-and-understanding-faith-speak/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260106T193303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T193303Z
UID:20795-1776175200-1776182400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:An Afternoon with Rev. Alan Storey
DESCRIPTION:Rostered ministers of the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods are invited to spend an afternoon with Rev. Alan Storey.  \n\n\nRev. Alan Storey is a recently retired Methodist Minister from Cape Town\, South Africa. Rooted in the South African context\, Alan is a Gospel storyteller and facilitator of personal and political change. \n\n\nOver the years\, Rev. Storey has been involved in numerous civil society organizations addressing gun violence\, racism; state-capture corruption; xenophobia; homophobia; transphobia; spatial apartheid inequality; sex worker discrimination\, and campaign for a universal basic income. \n\n\nRev. Storey has an Honors degree in Theology and a Masters in the Philosophy of Applied Business Ethics. He is a recipient of the Rotary Paul Harris Fellowship Award and a fellow of the African Leadership Initiative (part of the Aspen Leadership Institute). Over the years\, Rev. Storey has been part of the Holden Village Teaching Staff. \n\n\nRev. Storey’s lifelong work remains the experimental practice of the Sermon on the Mount. Through presentation and conversation\, this session will offer theological depth and imagination to rostered ministers in need of a sustaining and nourishing Gospel word in these turbulent\, troubling times. \n\n\nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/an-afternoon-with-rev-alan-storey/
LOCATION:Westwood Lutheran Church\, 9001 Cedar Lake Road\, St. Louis Park\, MN\, 55426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,For Rostered Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20250915T205903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T210718Z
UID:19948-1776178800-1776186000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Youth Ministry Gathering - April
DESCRIPTION:April Youth Ministry Gathering\nChristian nationalism and social media. Come discuss its impacts today and on the future. No registration is necessary; just show up.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/monthly-youth-ministry-gathering-april/
LOCATION:Venn Brewing\, 3550 E 46th St Suite 140\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,For CYF Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260313T151413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T151413Z
UID:21386-1776252600-1776258000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Fosdick Lecture on Preaching: Preaching for Good
DESCRIPTION:This year’s lecture will be delivered by Rev. Alan Storey\, a renowned Gospel storyteller and facilitator of personal and political change from South Africa. A former conscientious objector during the apartheid regime\, Rev. Storey has dedicated his life to the “experimental practice of the Sermon on the Mount\,” working extensively on issues of social justice\, human rights\, and reconciliation.  \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/fosdick-lecture-on-preaching-preaching-for-good/
LOCATION:Augsburg University
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260306T173905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T174010Z
UID:21326-1776275100-1776285000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Twin Cities Youth Group Night
DESCRIPTION:Leave the Youth Group or Confirmation lesson plan to them! \nBring your Confirmation (6th – 8th grade) and/or High School Age Youth (9th – 12th grade) & Adult Leaders to the Luther Seminary campus for a night of worship\, learning\, and pizza. \nThis year’s event is co-sponsored by Lutheran Campus Ministry-Twin Cities\, Gather Twin Cities & Luther Seminary.  \nA Pizza Dinner will be served from 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. (come when you can)\, the program will take place 6:30-8:30 PM.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/elca-twin-cities-youth-group-night/
LOCATION:Luther Seminary – Olson Campus Center\, 1490 Fulham Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,For CYF Leaders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260313T144934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T144934Z
UID:21381-1776279600-1776286800@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Lilies of Gaza Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Join Bright Stars of Bethlehem\, a non-profit that raises awareness and support for Dar Al-Kalima University\, the first and only University of arts\, culture\, and design in all of Palestine\, for the Lilies of Gaza Art Exhibition on Wednesday April 15\, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Edina Community Lutheran Church\, 4113 W 54th St\, Minneapolis\, MN. Doors open at 6:45 pm. \nDr. Tala AlRaheb\, Development Director at Bright Stars\, will be speaking about the current situation in Palestine\, Dar Al-Kalima’s art therapy program\, and how art and culture continue to inspire Hope in Palestine. Prints will be available for purchase following the exhibition. \nLearn more >\nRegister for the free event >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/lilies-of-gaza-exhibition/
LOCATION:Edina Community Lutheran Church\, 4113 West 54th Street \, Edina\, MN\, 55424\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260106T195907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T195907Z
UID:20798-1776330900-1776344400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:How to Help Older Adults: Locating Community Resources
DESCRIPTION:This symposium will help FCNs and faith communities in the Twin Cities metro area identify several resources to help older adults with various needs in housing\, transportation\, health\, and financial issues. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/how-to-help-older-adults-locating-community-resources/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20251006T151845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T213413Z
UID:20105-1776364200-1776369600@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Stories the Land Holds: Nature and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Introducing “Stories the Land Holds” – A Community Invitation to Listen\, Reflect\, and Connect  \n\nLutheran 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.\n\nHosted 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:\n\n\n– What has the land absorbed?\n– Who has lived here\, been welcomed\, excluded\, or expelled?\n– How have these histories shaped our present?\n– And how can listening to the land guide us away from division and racism and towards justice and harmony?\n \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/stories-the-land-holds-nature-and-connection/
LOCATION:Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd\, 4801 France Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Racial Justice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260116T204333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T204503Z
UID:20988-1776384000-1777161599@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Manna & Mercy Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Using Pastor Dan Erlander’s book\, Manny and Mercy\, South African pastor Alan Storey has developed a weekend retreat to take a fresh look at scripture through the interpretive lens of Jesus’ life\, death and resurrection and God’s overall call for each one of us to partner with God in mending this fractured world. The hope is that after we have done so\, our interpretations and use of the scriptures will be truly liberating and life-enabling for all of creation. \nTwo retreat options:\nTwin Cities: April 17-18\, 2026\nNorthfield: April 24-25\, 2026 \nRev. Alan Storey is a gospel storyteller and facilitator of personal and political change. He is the author of the 2025 Andrew Murray Desmond Tutu Prize winning The bell\, banners & blasphemy \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/manna-mercy-retreat/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260210T162401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T162451Z
UID:21148-1776470400-1776556799@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:EcoFaith Summit of the Upper Midwest
DESCRIPTION:From Fear to Fire: Igniting Community for a Planet in Peril \nIgnite courageous community across the Upper Midwest to spark: \n\nAn unquenchable fire of love for Creator and Creation.\nA controlled burn of holy fear\, wonder\, and joy – across generations and divides.\nA germinating fire seed of collaborating and creative networks\n\nMore information > \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/ecofaith-summit-of-the-upper-midwest-2/
LOCATION:First Lutheran Church\, Duluth\, 1100 East Superior Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260122T201204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T195444Z
UID:21051-1776796200-1776801600@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Boundaries Training for CYF Leaders
DESCRIPTION:ELCA Region 3 Synods are hosting an online Healthy Boundaries Training for CYF Professionals and Volunteers \nParticipants will explore their own relationship to power\, boundaries\, and authority\, gaining insights into how these dynamics shape their leadership. Beyond personal reflection\, the workshop will also equip leaders to actively foster wise boundary-setting skills in the young people they serve. Through discussion and practical strategies\, attendees will be empowered to nurture healthy\, trust-filled ministry spaces. \nCost: $10 donation to the Region 3 “ICE Response Fund” helping impacted congregations in our communities. \nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/healthy-boundaries-training-for-cyf-leaders/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Boundaries,Featured,For CYF Leaders,Synod
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260327T215058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T153907Z
UID:21490-1776949200-1776960000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:A Conversation About Confirmation
DESCRIPTION:Let’s get together Thursday\, April 23\, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in St. Paul (1:00 – 4:00 p.m.) to talk Confirmation: what’s going well\, what could help\, etc. No professional speakers\, no set agenda\, just youth leaders talking together about this great ministry we do for our teens. This event is open to youth ministers\, volunteers\, pastors\, or anybody who leads or plans confirmation at their church. \nLet us know you’re coming >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/a-conversation-about-confirmation/
LOCATION:Gloria Dei Lutheran Church\, St. Paul\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,For CYF Leaders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260306T180008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T180008Z
UID:21347-1777051800-1777060800@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Fingerprints - Global Health Ministries Spring Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Fingerprints: Celebrating the Hands That Heal is a special celebration of the people who make Global Health Ministries’ work possible. Just as no two fingerprints are the same\, every person in our community has a unique role to play.\n\nRegister today at ghm.org/fingerprints2026 for a night of community and connections\, and to celebrate the hands that heal all across the world.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/fingerprints-global-health-ministries-spring-celebration/
LOCATION:Earle Brown Heritage Center\, Brooklyn Center\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260306T221005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T221005Z
UID:21350-1777055400-1777122000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work(shop)
DESCRIPTION:The Seven Principles Couples Program is marriage enrichment and pre-marital prep workshop for couples based on the scientific research published in the book The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by Dr. John Gottman\, with Nan Silver. No need to read the book before attending. All materials will be provided. \nAttendees will meet from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. on Friday\, April 24\, and again on Saturday\, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Snacks\, coffee\, and lunch will be provided. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/the-seven-principles-for-making-marriage-workshop-2/
LOCATION:St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church\, 17205 County Rd 6\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260327T222249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T222249Z
UID:21504-1777075200-1777161599@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Faith and Climate Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Young Adult Faith and Climate Summit is a gathering of young adults and high school youth who are interested in the intersection of environmental justice\, Lutheran theology\, and science. The Summit features keynote speakers\, workshops\, and breakout sessions. Through the programming\, we will explore our relationships to climate and the church in a cultural moment where past generations’ models fall short. At this summit\, the focus will be on building community among those of us who share faith\, values\, questions\, and hope\, while also empowering us to shape the rest of our lives. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/young-adult-faith-and-climate-summit/
LOCATION:St. Olaf College\, Northfield\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,For CYF Leaders,For Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260210T161636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T161636Z
UID:21143-1777129200-1777136400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Spring Ring and Sing
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Spring with Community of the Cross Lutheran\, St. Luke’s Lutheran\, and Oak Grove Presbyterian Church as they come together to offer a concert of choral and handbell music.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/spring-ring-and-sing/
LOCATION:Community of the Cross Lutheran Church\, 10701 Bloomington Ferry Road\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55438\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20251202T160736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T150617Z
UID:20545-1777401000-1777406400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons Gathering - April
DESCRIPTION:Join the Minneapolis Area Synod’s Racial Justice Team at their quarterly Racial Justice Liaisons gathering. \nRacial Justice Liaisons at MAS worshipping communities are invited to come together to meet\, network\, and connect. \nEmail Pastor Jen Collins if you have questions or are interested in attending.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/quarterly-racial-justice-gathering-april/
LOCATION:Salem Lutheran Church\, 4150 Dupont Avenue North\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Racial Justice,Synod
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T022303
CREATED:20260327T201452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T201452Z
UID:21468-1777487400-1777491000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Holden Prayer Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Join University Lutheran Church of Hope for this special service as we gather with communities around the world to celebrate Holden Village and the 40th anniversary of Vespers ’86\, the beloved liturgy composed by Marty Haugen during his residency at Holden. \nThe service will include a time of fellowship afterward and a special offering to support Holden Village as it recovers from the devastating mudslides and flooding that destroyed the access road to the village.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/holden-prayer-around-the-world/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community
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