June 28, 2022
Minneapolis Area Synod, ELCA Enews
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Ukraine Church adds to LWF |
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On June 14, The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Council welcomed the German Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ukraine's (GELCU) as an individual member church during its governing body’s meeting in Geneva. This brings the total number of churches in the LWF to 149 in 99 countries.
Until its application, GELCU has been an LWF member church through the Federation of Evangelical Lutheran Churches (ELC), a regional body comprising churches in Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Kazakhstan and Central Asia. "The Council receives with joy the German Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ukraine into membership in The Lutheran World Federation,” the governing body unanimously voted.
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Augsburg Fortress music clinic |
Church musicians, consider signing up for Augsburg Fortress’ FREE summer music clinic in the Twin Cities area this July 14 - 15.
There you can attend workshops with organist Jan Kraybill and choral director Tom Trenney, browse the latest music offerings from Augsburg Fortress, and more!
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Rethinking Silence: A Tool for the Body, the Mind, and Sustaining Recovery |
The Center of Addiction & Faith is hosting a one-hour free webinar titled “Rethinking Silence: A Tool for the Body, the Mind, and Sustaining Recovery" on Thursday, June 30, from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with a 30-minute discussion after.
We live in a world of noise and constant movement, but nearly all the world’s religions and wisdom traditions teach about the value and importance of silence. Join Justin Zorn and Leigh Marz, authors of “Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise,” as they encourage a rethinking of our definition of silence – not just the absence of noise, but as a presence that can bring us energy, clarity, and deeper connection. Participants will learn more about the science of why silence is essential for bodies and minds, as well as practical approaches to cultivating silence in your life. Participants will discuss how silence can be key to promoting and sustaining recovery in all its forms.
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Where is the synod staff in upcoming weeks? |
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Bishop Ann Svennungsen will be installing Revs. Derek Tronsgaard and Loren Davis at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Wayzata, on Sunday, July 10.
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Pastor Norma Malfatti will be attending Partner Thank You Sunday at San Pablo/St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran, Minneapolis, on Sunday, July 17.
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Mr. Nicholas Tangen will be preaching at Christ Memorial Lutheran, Plymouth, on Sunday, July 17.
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Bishop Ann Svennungsen will be conducting a Ministry Site Profile at Mt. Carmel Lutheran, NE Minneapolis, on Sunday, July 17.
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Mr. Jack Hurbanis will be leading an adult forum at St. John's Lutheran, Mound on Sunday, July 24.
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Pastor Norma Malfatti will be preaching and presiding at House of Prayer Lutheran, Richfield, on Sunday, July 24.
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Mr. Nicholas Tangen will be preaching at Faith-Lilac Way Lutheran, Robbinsdale, on Sunday, June 24.
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Ms. Meghan Olsen Biebighauser will be speaking at the Worship on Wednesday(WoW) at Christ Lutheran, Blaine on Wednesday, July 27.
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Pastor John Hulden will be installing Justin Rimbo at Spirit Garage, Minneapolis, on Sunday, July 31.
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Pastor Norma Malfatti will be participating in VBS on the Farm with Cristo Obrero, Chaska from Monday, August 1, through Friday, August 5.
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Rethinking Silence: A Tool for the Body, the Mind, and Sustaining Recovery, June 30
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Summer Music Clinics, July 14-15
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Outdoor Concert with Jack Spirov, July 15
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Conference on Worship, Theology, and the Arts, July 25-28
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Lutheran Night at the Twins, August 2
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Tending to Trauma: Yours, Mine and Ours, August 8-9
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Book Release and Signing | In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture, August 17
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Effective Church Council Workshop Series, August 22
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Bishop's Theological Conference, September 25-27
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ALOA: Ironwood Springs Lutherhostel, October 3-7
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Joint Fall Ministerium, October 27
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