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November 8, 2022
Minneapolis Area Synod, ELCA Enews
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SOLI seeks writers passionate about generosity | |
The Stewardship of Life Institute (SOLI) is hiring people to write commentary for the Revised Common Lectionary throughout the church year. It will look for work that has a stewardship emphasis. Samples of previous entries by a former writer can be found here. Guidelines for submission can be found here.
SOLI will pay $150 per article written. Please send a writing sample and brief resume with references to mzimmann@uls.edu. Writing will begin as soon as December 2022. This opportunity is open to rostered and lay people. SOLI is seeking people in the church with a passion for stewardship and are excellent writers.
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Young Adults in Global Mission to accept apps again | |
The ELCA’s Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) program is ready for new volunteers! This year, for the first time since early 2020, YAGM participants will walk alongside international neighbors.
Young adults aged 21 to 29 are encouraged to apply. Do you know one of them? Applications are now open, and you can invite young adults on this journey abroad for the 2023-2024 program year.
The deadline for applications is February 1, 2023, with priority given to those received by January 15.
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Are you a young adult (roughly 19-35) in the Twin Cities, looking to connect with other young adults? Gather is a ministry supported by the Minneapolis Area Synod that sets the table for worship, fellowship, and community building among young adult Lutherans in the metro area. We do so through worship, fellowship, and a meal shared in community.
November 13, 5:30 p.m.
University Lutheran Church of Hope Minneapolis
After worship, a simple and abundant meal, prepared by Shobi's Table, will be shared. Multiple dietary accommodations are considered when selecting the menu, but email gathertwincities@gmail.com with a specific food allergy or request.
Come for a deep breath.
Come for community.
Come as you are.
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2022 Johnson Symposium to feature
Winona LaDuke and Diane Jacobson
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The Johnson Symposium on Faith and Society is an annual event in which a leading theologian, scholar, and/or practitioner leads conversations over a two-day period on important issues facing the church and society today. This year's presenters are courageous leaders in the creation care movement: Winona LaDuke and
Dr. Diane Jacobson.
Friday, November 11 -- Saturday, November 12
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Minneapolis
Register by Friday, November 4.
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ELCA World Hunger offers Advent Study | ELCA World Hunger's 2022 Advent study guide expands on the Advent readings for this year, includes information about ELCA World Hunger at work in the world, and is perfect for individual study or with a group. | | |
Rekindle the gift within you | |
LSS Metro Homeless Youth Services invites you to assist in brightening the lives of youth and children by participating in its annual Youth Holiday Gifts.
Gifts received during the holidays allow youth to celebrate, be recognized, and feel loved at a time when they may be disconnected from their families. It means the world to know there are folks in the community who want to support them in their journey.
You may participate as an individual, a family, or as a church group in purchasing gifts. Please notify LSS of your participation by November 20 by visiting Youth Holiday Gifts and completing the sign-up form. Gift drop-off dates will be December 9 and 10.
Questions: MetroHomelessYouth@lssmn.org.
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How strong is your constitution? | |
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A congregation’s constitution is its primary governing document. It provides a framework for its purpose and mission and includes provisions that address important matters such as council and committee leadership, membership criteria, the call of a pastor and/or deacon, administration of real estate and property, and the congregation’s relationship with the synod and the larger church. Any constitutions that are currently being reviewed for approval by the synod, as well as all constitutions submitted for review and approval in the future, must now conform to the required provisions (marked with an *) in the new “2022 Model Constitution for Congregations.”
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Presenters at the 14th Annual Vine Deloria Jr. Theological Symposium will discuss the instersection of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Woman and Girls and theological/Christian education, as well as the work being done across the United States to address the epidemic. Other+Wise and ELCA Indigenous Ministries and Tribal Relations are co-sponsors of the symposium.
November 15-16
Lutheran School of Theology in Chicago
Speakers included Portia Skenandore Wheelock, Dr. Kelly Sherman-Conroy, Deacon Colleen Bernu, and Pamela Fencer-Smith.
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The National Lutheran Choir's Christmas Festival | Join the National Lutheran Choir this holiday season for the 37th annual Christmas Festival, "Jesus Christ Yesterday, Today, Forever." Concerts will be held December 9 and 10 at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Minneapolis, and a livestream of the concert will be available during the 8:00 p.m. concert on the December 9. Visit NLCA.com for tickets and more details. | | |
Anti-racism training through ASDIC and United Seminary | |
Join Antiracism Study Dialogue Circles (ASDIC) and The Leadership Center for Social Justice for two clergy specific trainings on Discerning Whiteness: The Unacknowledged Barrier.
Each three hour session will take place over Zoom so participants can engage from anywhere. The sessions count towards six Continuing Education hours for clergy members.
January 19 and February 2, 2023
9:00 a.m. -- Noon
Zoom
The cost for the two sessions is $90.
Contact Stella Pearce if you have questions.
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Plan an online fundraiser using ELCA Good Gifts catalog | |
Augsburg Fortress offers Advent, Christmas resources | |
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ELCA World Hunger is once again offering its Good Gifts catalog ... because people demand it! Congregational members are finding that replacing oppulent Christmas spending with more meaningful gifts that save lives is becoming ever more popular.
Whether you organize a special informational event or simply promote the program with members, ELCA World Hunger provides all needed materials and digital tools. Can ELCA World Hunger count on your participation?
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Families Celebrate Advent & Christmas is a colorful deck of cards that is full of rituals, prayers and reflections. Endlessly flexible for busy schedules, you can create a new after-meal ritual, use them as decorations, or carry them on the go. Explore the entire season from Advent to Christmas through Epiphany. These make a great gift for families in congregations.
A free promotional pack is available to help congregational leaders best use Families Celebrate Advent & Christmas in congregations or small groups. This pack includes postcards, labels to edit and put on card packs, and more.
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Where is the synod staff in upcoming weeks? | |
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Pastor John Hulden will be preaching at Maple Grove Lutheran, Maple Grove, on Sunday, November 13.
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Pastor Craig Pederson will be conducting a Ministry Site Profile review at St. Barnabas Lutheran, Plymouth, on Sunday, November 13.
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Pastor Craig Pederson will be attending the Historical Designation Celebration at St. Olaf Lutheran, Minneapolis, on Sunday, November 13.
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Pastor Norma Malfatti will be sharing a letter at the memorial service for Pastor Liane Rock at Zion Lutheran, Anoka, on Friday, November 18.
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Pastor John Hulden will be reading scripture at the ordination of Allison Peterson at Family of God Lutheran, Brooklyn Park, on Saturday, November 19.
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Pastor John Hulden will be part of a service at the farewell for Deacon Mark Sedio at Central Lutheran, Minneapolis, on Saturday, November 19, and Sunday, November 20.
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Pastor Craig Pederson will be installing Pastor Ashley Updegraff at Prairie Lutheran, Eden Prairie, on Sunday, November 20.
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Pastor Norma Malfatti will be preaching at Our Saviour's Lutheran, East Bethel, on Sunday, December 4.
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Pastor Norma Malfatti will be preaching and leading an adult forum at St. John's Lutheran, Minneapolis, on Sunday, December 11.
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Courageous Leadership Webinars, Wednesdays
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Youth Ministry Gathering, November 8
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Southwestern Minnesota Synod Boundaries Training, November 9
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Southwestern Minnesota Synod Boundaries Training, November 10
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Annual Johnson Symposium, November 11-12
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Æbleskive Breakfast at St. Peder’s, November 13
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Youth Ministry Gathering, December 13
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2023 Synod Assembly, April 28-29, 2023
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Rostered Ministers Gathering, July 17-20, 2023
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