Members of the Bishop Election Committee conducted video interviews by Zoom with each of the eight* pre-identified pastors who submitted their biographical information and are open to participate in the bishop election process for our Southwestern Minnesota Synod. These pastors are not automatically nominees for our bishop election, nor are they the only potential nominees […]
Worship Resources
The synod staff has put together a video worship service that can be used whenever needed. The service is on the 2020 Synod Assembly verse and theme. “If you enter a town and it welcomes you, eat whatever is set before you. Heal the sick, and tell them, The Kingdom of God is near you […]
ELCA Churchwide Assembly – 2019 in Milwaukee
It is impossible to capture a churchwide assembly in words and pictures, but here are some highlights. We want to express our gratitude to the voting members who attended our recent Churchwide Assembly in Milwaukee. Reach out to these people and invite conversations. Or invite them to lead a conference or congregational forum. SW MN […]
2019 Synod Assembly Notes – Day 2
Video Recorded Presentations Bishop Jon’s Report – Part 1: Remembering & Noticing Bishop Jon’s Report – Part 2: Trusting & Following Bible Study by Dr. Deanna Thompson – Part 1: “The Body of Christ in the 21st Century” Bible Study by Dr. Deanna Thompson – Part 2: “The Body of Christ in the 21st Century” […]
2019 Synod Assembly Notes – Day 1
Video Recorded Presentations Bishop Jon’s Report – Part 1: Remembering & Noticing Bishop Jon’s Report – Part 2: Trusting & Following Bible Study by Dr. Deanna Thompson – Part 1: “The Body of Christ in the 21st Century” Bible Study by Dr. Deanna Thompson – Part 2: “The Body of Christ in the 21st Century” […]
Synod Assembly App
We’re excited to announce we have a brand NEW mobile guide for you to use at the synod assembly! Get the App/Guide to access the most up-to-date information for the synod assembly. This guide is easy to use, has all the pre-assembly materials, plus fun photos about our assembly prep. Get the app and start […]
Synod Assembly Service Projects & Workshops
Assembly Highlights! Our ELCA representative, Rev. Brenda Smith, Program Director, ELCA Faith and Book of Faith, will challenge us to dig deeper into our faith as we go through our everyday life. Our Bible study leader, Deanna Thompson, professor of Religion at Hamline University, will cover topics ranging from Martin Luther and feminism, scriptural interpretation, […]
2019 Conference Assembly Dates
2019 Conference Assembly Dates Crow River Conference February 17 – Beckville, Beckville at 2 p.m. Glacial Ridge Conference March 3 – St. Paul’s, Lowry at 2 p.m. Great River Conference March 3 – Peace, Cold Spring at 2 p.m. Lac Qui Parle Conference Postponed to April 7 – Watson, Watson at 2 p.m. Lakeland Conference […]
Embrace God’s Mission + Equip God’s People Bulletin Insert
This Funding Initiative is investing in congregations’ and people’s lives. Why does your donation matter? We are excited to share with you just a few of the ways that your donation has helped change people’s lives. Thanks to you, we are deepening congregational vitality By offering congregations the opportunity to conduct missional assessments, which catalyze […]
2018 Synod Assembly Notes – Day 2
Do not be afraid. It is I. Come. Southwestern Minnesota Synod Assembly 2018 Notes by Carla Klawitter Saturday, June 9, 2018 About 30 began the day be attending a Taize worship service. Rev. Erik Rundquist presided. The display area was open. Glocal Musican Educators provided the music for sliding into plenary. Business session reconvened with […]
