Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God.
--Colossians 3:16
After a year of uncertainty about the future of the institution we call "the church," we still go into a new year with a mix of hope, anticipation, and trepidation. But, we do journey forward, knowing we are loved by God and blessed by the community of the faithful.
Bishop Ann Svennungsen, in her Annual Report to the Congregations, offers a word of appreciation for the commitment to ongoing ministries and innovative prospects spearheaded by creative leaders within our churches. Below you will find buttons to download Bishop Ann's report to include in your congregational meeting materials. If you have difficulty in downloading the PDF or the Word doc, or if you need the material in a different format, contact Jeni Huff or Bob Hulteen.
As your congregation prepares for its annual meeting, your church council and staff members are busy putting together the agenda and all the accompanying documents to hold effective, efficient, and successful annual meetings. Know that your synod staff is aware of these added time demands and is praying for your leaders and your gatherings.
