Considerations for Remote Council and Congregation Meetings during the COVID-19 Pandemic + Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Office of the Secretary (April, 1, 2020) During this time of social distancing because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many congregation leaders are asking how they can take advantage of technology to continue to hold necessary meetings to conduct […]
MORE! Taking Faith Home
Our synod is glad to be partnering with Milestones Ministry during this time in the life of the church when we are not able to be together physically for worship and other activities. During this challenging time we are learning to be the church online, in our homes, over the phone, and by helping others […]
Stewardship in such a time as this
When much of daily life has changed overnight, certain things remain: Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. (Heb. 13:8) Most of us have a hard time talking about money. This is a time when rostered and congregational leaders need to talk about Jesus – and about money! As congregations move to […]
Visitation and Care Strategies for Congregations
Our congregational leaders recognize the growing need to provide support and care for your members in this time, and are aware that the needs exceed the span of care they are able to provide right now. One way you can increase the ministry of your congregation and support your pastor is to create ways of […]
Giving as a Spiritual Practice
+Rev. Dee Pederson, Director for Evangelical Mission, ELCA Dearly beloved in Christ – Our stewardship teaching focuses on giving as a spiritual practice, shifting from a mindset of scarcity to sufficiency & abundance. But how do we do that today when it feels like there’s scarcity all around us? We as the church trust in […]
Children, Youth, Young Adult and Family Resources for COVID-19
+Sister Sarah Hausken Youth Ministry Coordinator, SW MN Synod. ELCA Faith Formation at Home From ELCA Youth Ministries, theologically evaluated resources focused on ministry with children, youth, and young adults with special attention to Faith at Home during COVID-19 www.ministrylinks.org Put a bowl of water on your kitchen table and use it to make the […]
I give thanks to God for all of you
+Bishop Jon V. Anderson God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change, though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea; though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble with its tumult. -Psalm 46 I give thanks to […]
A Letter to Congregation Lay Leaders
Dear friends in Christ who are called to lead your congregations in this unprecedented moment, Thank you for all you do to further Christ’s mission at this time. In the coming weeks your synod staff plan on sending communications specifically to lay leaders of congregations. We will use all our communication tools for this. Please […]
What to Do With The Gift of Time
+ Rev. Keith Pearson, ELCA Foundation Regional Gift Planner OK, so with “Social Distancing” and “Self-Quarantine” recommendations in place you suddenly have a lot of time on your hands. And with the added restrictions on travel, this means a lot of time spent at home. You can either look at this as a curse or […]
Equipping Congregations – Taking Faith Home
+ Rev. Dee Pederson, Director for Evangelical Mission, ELCA Dear Friends – We’ve got an awesome resource to share with you right now – just when you might be looking for all the resources you can access. Easily. No stress. No cost to your congregation. Because of the Coronavirus pandemic, our synod has received a […]
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