In 2015’s statistical report, congregations in the Southwestern Minnesota Synod were invited to complete a survey about congregational vitality. The surveys were sometimes given to congregations, councils, committees or sometimes staff alone completed them. Recently the results of these surveys became available. Here are the results. Thanks to everyone who joined in the process. […]
Congregational Vitality Report for our Synod 2015
I just found this Congregational Vitality Report from 2015. It is interesting to ponder how we make these numbers even stronger.
Video Message from Bp. Jon Anderson
“Your synod is healthy, lively and vibrant, and it’s been amazing to watch what God has been up to across our synod, as we live in a changing mission field that God is guiding us to be a changing church and a living church following Jesus Christ our Lord who’s calling us to follow him…” […]
ECD Thank You
BIG thank you for all the people who helped make our 2017 Equipping Congregations Day so successful. We are so grateful for the planning team which included: Pastors Janine Olson, Maggie Cummings, Elan Hacker and Linda Pedersen, Minister Michelle Kleene, Jenni Thorpe, Jayme Winter, Caitlin Kodet and John Jahr. The host churches of Bethel and […]
Conflict Transformation
Greetings! This is a workshop and PowerPoint presentation on Conflict Transformation and creating dialog, offered to all interested for use in their own context. It might be used at retreats as a way to get to know your council members and staff, or it may be offered in your community as a way to enrich […]
Bp. Jon’s ECD Presentation
Blog post by Bishop Jon Anderson- Click here to download my presentation to the large group. My notes for my conversation about young adults: Young Adult Round table: We’re Glad You’re Here! Bishop Jon Anderson and Young Adults from Your Synod– Equipping Day – February 24, 2017 Young Adult Roundtable: We’re Glad You’re Here! […]
Recognizing Generosity
ELCA StewardCast2017! Livestream Presentation, March 4th @10:30-12:00 CST. Where are the “bright spots” for stewardship ministry in your congregation? Recognizing the bright spots reminds us where god’s abundance is present. Join us for a livestream presentation to thank, inform, teach, inspire and connect with stewardship leaders. You will learn fresh perspectives, practices and skills that […]
Alhzeimers – A great video
Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts, premiered January 25, 2017, on PBS, is an urgent wake-up call about the national threat posed by Alzheimer’s disease. Click here to view video.
Webinar for Congregations Discerning Closing PowerPoint
Recorded Webinar from December 12, 2016 Click here to download Bp. Jon’s PowerPoint. Audio Link on Dropbox…you should download and then play it. https://www.dropbox.com/s/8h7juphoafowkr4/audio_only.m4a?dl=0 Video Link for last night’s webinar. You should download it and then play it. MP4Video If you look down the page four or five articles you will find another article full of resources. […]
Congregational Ambassador
We have created a job description for congregational ambassadors. congregationalambassadorjobdescription2
