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Wartburg Theological Seminary Awards First CaSTLE Project Grants to Strengthen Small Town and Rural Congregations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEÂ June 25, 2025Â The Southwestern Minnesota Synod, ELCA, Receives Grant from Wartburg Theological Seminary’s CaSTLE…
A Pastoral Letter from Bp. Dee Pederson Lament and Prayer
June 17, 2025 Dear Friends in Christ – When tragedy strikes, those affected often lament, “We never…
A Pastoral Letter Regarding Mr. Alan Buresh
May 30, 2025 +Bishop Dee Pederson Dear Friends in Christ –Â Â I am writing in response to…
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!
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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.
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