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March 5, 2024
Minneapolis Area Synod, ELCA Enews
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Fundraiser to help youth from Cristo Obrero go to camp | |
Cristo Obrero, one of the Minneapolis Area Synod's Synodically Authorized Worshipping Communities (SAWC), is planning a Bingo Fundraiser. All funds from bingo sales go to Cristo Obrero to help send families to bilingual family camp at Outlaw Ranch this summer.
Sunday, March 10; 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
O'Brien's Public House, Shakopee
It is very expensive to send families to camp and beyond the financial means of this congregation. This opportunity to "show up" for one of the synod's SAWCs could make a real difference for the youth of the congregation.
For more information
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As a pastor, do you 'dare to lead'? | |
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Did you know that Luther Seminary's Faith+Lead offers a version of Brene Brown's popular "Dare to Lead" training especially for faith leaders? It is an investment in leadership for years to come, led by Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator Sarah Ciavarri.
"Dare to Lead for Faith Leaders" meets online in multiple live sessions beginning March 5, 2024. Find out more, and let your friends and colleagues know!
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Can we get beyond polarization? | |
Under the theme "Faith and Polarization: Surviving and Thriving in a House Divided," author and speaker Allen Hilton will be the next presenter in St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran's Faith & Life Series. Hilton is a pastor and Yale professor who works to help people find unity in deeply divided times. His 2018 book, “House United: How the Church Can Save the World,” expanded his reach to churches and denominations, universities and seminaries, corporate teams, and other groups nationwide who seek help navigating Red-Blue and race relations.
Thursday, March 7; 7:00 p.m.
St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church
1720 County Road 6, Plymouth
Online
Faith & Life events are free and open to the public, whether in person or online. No ticket or registration is necessary.
To submit questions for Allen Hilton in advance, email your questions to social@spdlc.org.
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Lutheran Campus Ministry hosts early welcome event | |
On Wednesday, April 10, local high school youth are invited to join in Lutheran Campus Ministry's first "LCM Youth Night @ the U." Student leaders will welcome youth to a worship service, as well as connect with high school students over dinner before worship, and treats and fellowship afterward.
Wednesday, April 10; 6:30 p.m. U of M Campus Ministry
(Grace University Lutheran, Minneapolis)
The goal for this event is to offer high school students a glimpse of college life, an idea about what living out your faith in college could look like, and ways to find Christian community beyond graduation (even if they don't head to U of M!). This idea was 100% initiated by student leaders who are excited to connect with local youth.
Whether you wish to attend as a youth group, as a family, or as a group of friends, know you are welcome. Just RSVP to the Program and Outreach Coordinator by April 1.
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First Lutheran in Columbia Heights to offer passion retelling | |
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Experience the life of Jesus and his best friend Peter in a whole new way by attending "The Last Supper: A Dramatic Retelling." This drama recounts the life of the disciple Peter. He is a fisherman who gets called into a revolutionary movement that changes the world.
March 28 and 29, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
First Lutheran Church of Columbia Heights
This performance is suitable for all age. All audience participants are invited to participate in holy communion.
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MCC again organizes Taking Heart Ramadan Iftars | |
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For nearly 20 years, the Minnesota Council of Churches has helped Minnesota Christians and others get to know their Muslim neighbors through a partnership with the Muslim American Society. This year Ramadan will take place approximately March 10 to April 9.
Taking Heart Ramadan Iftars bring Muslims and non-Muslims together for food and conversation during Ramadan, the month on the Islamic lunar calendar during which Muslims abstain from food and drink from sunup to sundown. There are about 18 locations offered throughout the Twin Cities. These events are free and open to the public. You can register at the link below.
Learn more
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Where is the synod staff in upcoming weeks? | |
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Pastor John Hulden will be installing the interim pastor and congregational council at Braham Lutheran, Braham, on Sunday, March 10.
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Bishop Ann Svennungsen will be installing Pastor Chris Enstad at Bethlehem Lutheran (Minnetonka campus) on Sunday, March 10.
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Pastor Wondimu Sonessa will be preaching at Amazing Grace Ministry, Fridley, on Sunday, March 10.
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Pastor Craig Pederson will be attending the farewell worship service for Pastor Charlie Ruud at Mount Olivet Lutheran, Minneapolis, on Sunday, March 10.
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Pastor Wondimu Sonessa will be preaching at Bread of Life Deaf Lutheran, Minneapolis, on Sunday, March 24.
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Mr. Nick Tangen will be preaching and leading an adult forum at All Saints Lutheran, Minnetonka, on Sunday, April 14.
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Pastor Craig Pederson will be leading a Ministry Site Profile review at St. John's Lutheran, Shakopee, on Sunday, April 14.
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Courageous Leadership Webinars, Wednesdays
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Communicators Retreat, March 7
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Race Immersion at the Science Museum, March 9
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Children's Ministry Zoom, March 11
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How Loneliness Influences Health and What Nurses Can Do to Help, March 14
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All Saints Easter Eggstravaganza, March 30
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Bishop Nominee Forum, April 7
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Bishop Nominee Forum, April 10
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LCM Youth Night, April 10
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Bishop Nominee Forum, April 13
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Bishop Nominee Forum, April 16
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Minneapolis Area Synod Budget Hearing, April 25
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Minneapolis Area Synod Assembly, May 2 - 4, 2024
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Ascension Day Breakfast, May 16
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