We are Church Together
We are church together. From small congregations on the prairie to large congregations in urban centers (and everything in between), we come together as the Southwestern Minnesota Synod.
SW MN Synod ELCA is here for you.
Upcoming Events
Ethics and Boundaries for Ministers Training
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Discerning Your Call: Exploring the Next Faithful Step
2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Click here to find more upcoming events.
SAVE THE DATE:
2026 Synod Assembly, June 5-6
Gustavus Adolphus College, St Peter
Messages
Synod Bishop Dee Pederson – A Pastoral Letter
“To proclaim the good news of Christ through word and deed, to serve all people, following the…
A Pastoral Letter from Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Bishops in Minnesota
January 15, 2026 To the congregations, members, and friends of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America in…
Bishop Curry Issues Statement on ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
January 9, 2026 Learn to do good; seek justice; rescue the oppressed; defend the orphan; plead for…
Are you discerning God’s call?
Take a moment to consider: What is God calling you to? God’s call comes to us in wide and varied forms — teaching youth, serving on a board or committee within your congregation, or even leading worship as a lay leader. Others may feel God is calling them to further learning and become ordained as a minister of Word and Sacrament (pastor) or a minister of Word and Service (Deacon).
If you are hearing God’s call, please reach out to Pastor Heather Culuris at the synod office. We would love to hear how God is calling you and help you along your vocation journey!
SW MN Synod ELCA
Can Help With the Call Process
If you are a Rostered Minister seeking a call or a congregation seeking a Minister, Synod staff can help. Synod staff walks with you through the ELCA congregational Call Process. Synod and ELCA resources are abundant — listening, consulting, guiding, training, and equipping to navigate transitions.
Thank You for your
Financial Support!
Make a donation, pay for an event, or set up online giving for your congregation. Visit the SW MN Synod online giving page.
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