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April 16, 2024
Minneapolis Area Synod, ELCA Enews
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Get to know bishop nominees at tonight's online forum | |
The Minneapolis Area Synod will elect a new bishop during the weekend of May 2 - 4!
Ten pastors have already been nominated through the conference assembly process (and more could be nominated at the assembly). You have one more chance to get to know those already nominated in two ways: First, go to the synod’s website to read bios and view optional two-minute videos. Second, you can attend tonight's Bishop Nominee Forum organized by the Bishop Election Committee:
Tuesday, April 16; 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Online
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Lutheran Nurses group to "navigate compassion" | |
While neither hospice nor palliative care are new concepts, there remains a great deal of confusion about the distinction between the two. How are they the same, how are they different? Which option is right for your patient, and at what time in their serious illness journey should you consider a referral? These questions, as well as how to talk to both patients and referral partners (physicians, discharge planners, etc.) about serious illness care options will be the focus of this engaging session.
Thursday, May 9: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Virtual
The presenter will be Rory Farrand, MA, MS, MSN, APRN-BC. She is Vice President of Palliative and Advanced Care for NHPCO. The title of the presentation is "Navigating the Compassionate Crossroads: Palliative Care vs. Hospice."
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Church Anew: Renew a Love of Scripture | |
Church Anew is offering a spring gathering for weary pastors, called "Renew." The retreat is built on a theme of Scripture, and why the Bible is worth hanging onto. The line‐up of speakers includes the Rev. Dr. Anna Carter Florence, Jeff Chu, Joe Davis, and Pastors Matttew Ian Fleming, Mihee Kim-Kort and Winnie Varghese and other collaborators.
Sunday, April 21 - Monday, April 22
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church
13600 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie
There will be time for worship, reflection, embodied practice and rich conversation. The early bird registration of $149 has been extended to April 12. Online participation is $75
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Cherish All Children works to keep children safe | |
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Join Cherish All Children for an inspiring afternoon of music, “Sing, My Soul: Love in Heaven and the Sky,” performed by Caritas Vocal Ensemble.
Sunday, April 21; 3:00 p.m.
Valley of Peace Lutheran Church
4735 Bassett Creek Drive, Golden Valley
A free-will offering benefitting Cherish All Children will be collected. Your contributions allow the organization to reach children and families with education, tools, and skills to stay safe from in-person and online exploitation, sextortion, and trafficking. Come to the concert and make a difference!
Questions? Contact Joy McElroy
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Vikings head coach to speak at Faith, Life Series | |
Kevin O'Connell will be the next presenter at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran's Faith and Life Series. He will speak on "Faith & Leadership: Coaching in the NFL." O'Connell is the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings.
Thursday, April 18: 7:00 p.m.
St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran
17205 County Road 6, Plymouth
Like all Faith & Life events—this event is free and open to the public. No ticket or registration is necessary.
If it is not possible to attend in person, you can livestream the presentation.
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National Lutheran Choir spring concert | |
The National Lutheran Choir spring concert, "New Day," will feature the Midwest premiere of Minnesota Composer Jocelyn Hagen's acclaimed work, "Here I Am," performed with chamber orchestra, members of the nationally recognized Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs -- Treble Singers under the direction of Philip Brown, and the Grammy Award-winning soprano soloist, Sarah Brailey
Sunday, April 28; 4:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's Lutheran Church
900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi
For tickets
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Where is the synod staff in upcoming weeks? | |
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Mr. Johan Baumeister will be sharing stories at Bethlehem Lutheran, Minneapolis, on Wednesday, April 17.
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Mr. Johan Baumeister will be preaching at Nativity Lutheran, St. Anthony, on Saturday, April 20, and Sunday, April 21.
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Bishop Ann Svennungsen will be ordaining Emily Brown at Faith Lutheran, Coon Rapids, on Saturday, April 20.
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Bishop Ann Svennungsen will be ordaining Mark Abelsen at Mount Calvary Lutheran, Excelsior, on Sunday, April 21.
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Pastor Craig Pederson will be installing then-Pastor Emily Brown at Our Father's Lutheran, Rockford, on Sunday, April 21.
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Pastor John Hulden will be attending the farewell service for Pastor Jacqui Thone at Alleluia! Lutheran, St. Michael, on Sunday, April 21.
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Mr. Nick Tangen will be preaching at All Saints Lutheran, Minnetonka, on Sunday, April 21.
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Mr. Johan Baumeister will be leading an adult forum at Mount Olive Lutheran, Minneapolis, on Sunday, April 28.
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Pastor John Hulden will be attending the farewell service for Pastor Christine Chiles at Maple Grove Lutheran, Maple Grove, on Sunday, April 28.
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Mr. Johan Baumeister will be leading an adult forum at Atonement Lutheran, Bloomington, on Sunday, May 5.
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Bishop Ann Svennungsen will be ordaining Mollie Hamre at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran, Prior Lake, on Saturday, May 11.
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Pastor Craig Pederson will be installing then-Pastor Mollie Hamre at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran, Prior Lake, on Sunday, May 12.
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Courageous Leadership Webinars, Wednesdays
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Bishop Nominee Forum, April 16
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A Concert to Keep Children Safe, April 21
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Renew a Love of Scripture, April 21-22
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Minneapolis Area Synod Budget Hearing, April 25
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Hans Nielsen Hauge Lecture, April 27
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Minneapolis Area Synod Assembly, May 2 - 4, 2024
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United Days, May 9
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Ascension Day Breakfast, May 16
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Confluence at Augsburg University, June 23-28
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Synod Boundaries Workshop, November 21
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