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SUMMARY:SW MN Synod Ethics and Boundaries for Ministers Training
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date \nTuesday\, November 21\, 2023\n9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nIn Person at the SW MN Synod Office in Redwood Falls\, MN\n$40 per person \nClick here to register! \nSexual misconduct by rostered and other religious leaders is one of the most serious challenges faced by the church today. Violation of the sacred trust between church members and their leaders brings deep pain to all who are affected: victims\, offenders\, family members\, friends\, and the congregation itself. \nIn response to this challenge\, the Southwestern Minnesota Synod bylaws include the following provisions (S14.25.01. and S14.47.01.): “Within twelve months of assuming office all rostered ministers of under call shall demonstrate completion of at least six contact hours of continuing education in the prevention of sexual boundary violations.”  \nOur synod council created a continuing resolution encouraging all of our rostered leaders to have continued work on appropriate boundaries of all kinds\, but especially sexual boundaries\, every three years. \nAttending Another Boundaries Training?\nGreat! Thank you for complying with the SW MN Synod’s bylaws. Please send supporting information such as workshop agendas\, certificates\, or course syllabus to Kristin Bakeberg at kristin.bakeberg@swmnelca.org or mail to SW MN Synod\, PO Box 499\, Redwood Falls\, MN 56283. \nUpcoming Workshop Opportunity: \n\nBoundary Workshop: Exploring Personal and Communal Boundaries\nThursday\, Nov. 2\, 2023 – 9 a.m.-3 p.m.\nAugustana Lutheran Church\, West St Paul
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/boundaries-training/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
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SUMMARY:Zoom Gathering - “Annual Meetings and Annual Budgets: A Time to Give Thanks and Look Ahead”
DESCRIPTION:“Annual Meetings and Annual Budgets: A Time to Give Thanks and Look Ahead”\nThursday\, Nov. 30 – Zoom Gatherings:\n2:00 p.m. for Rostered Ministers\,\n7:00 p.m. for Congregation Council Members. \nThe agenda will include:\n-Word and Prayer\n-Brief synod news updates\n-Annual budgets and annual meetings do not need to be boring\, dreaded\, or confusing. We’ll provide guidance and pointers on how to plan so these essential parts of congregational life are clear\, understandable\, structured\, inspiring\, and yes – even fun!\n-Conversation in smaller groups\n-Sending prayer \n\nThese Zoom gatherings will be recorded for future use\, and will be shared in the synod e-news.  \nZoom Link:  \nSW MN Synod\, ELCA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.\nTime: Nov 30\, 2023 2:00 PM  and 7:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting by clicking this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7736383522 \nMeeting ID: 773 638 3522
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/zoom-gatherings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231108T192659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T151206Z
UID:20310-1701505800-1701529200@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Equipping Congregations Day
DESCRIPTION:Come gather together as we enter the season of Advent with learning opportunities to equip congregations as we live the Word today!! \nSaturday\, December 2\, 2023\n8:30am – 3:00pm\nVinje Lutheran Church\, Willmar \nClick here to visit the Equipping Congregations Day webpage for the registration\, schedule\, and workshop description!! \nAre you registered?\nPlease double check with your congregation to make sure you are registered. The synod will be placing the lunch order tomorrow\, Tuesday\, Nov. 28th. A box lunch from McKale’s Catering is included in the registration fee\, however\, if you do not register today or before noon tomorrow\, we cannot guarantee a lunch for late registrations. We are being mindful of the amount of food we order. Getting an accurate count for registration will help.
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/ecd/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T172607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T172607Z
UID:20484-1705849200-1705854600@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Ecumenical Prayer Service for Christian Unity
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 21\, 2024\n3:00pm at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New Ulm. \nAll are invited to attend. \nIndividuals and congregations representing several different Christian denominations in southwest and west-central Minnesota\, will gather together for an Ecumenical celebration of the Word of God. The service is held as part of the annual Week of Pray for Christian Unity. There will be a reception to follow. \nPlease contact the Catholic Diocese of New Ulm\, Office of Worship if you have any questions. \nClick here to view and download the Ecumenical Prayer Service Poster
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/ecumenical-prayer-service-for-christian-unity/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231205T210148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T185659Z
UID:20401-1706014800-1706018400@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Claiming Your Call: Interviewing and Negotiating Skills for Women in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:This workshop can help bolster your skills in interviewing and negotiating compensation for a call in Ministry. \nOpen to all women: \n\nInterested in adding these skills to their professional toolbox\nFirst call candidates preparing for interviews with congregations\nFemale rostered leaders in mobility\n\nThe same Zoom workshop is offered three separate times:\nTuesday\, January 23rd at 1pm\nThursday\, January 25th at 10am\nSaturday\, January 27th at 9am \nNo registration is required\, simply click this link to join the workshop.\nZoom Meeting Link – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5076373904?omn=82335070864\nMeeting ID: 507 637 3904\nThe Zook link is the same for all three dates. \nThis workshop is led by Pr. Genelle Netlund of NW MN Synod and Pr. Heather Culuris of SW MN Synod\, sponsored by the ELCA Quality of Call initiative from following participating synods:\n3B Eastern North Dakota Synod\n3C South Dakota Synod\n3D Northwestern Minnesota Synod\n3F Southwestern Minnesota Synod\n4A Nebraska Synod\n4B Central States Synod\n5E Western Iowa Synod \nClick here to view and download event flyer.
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/claiming-your-call/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240126
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240117T191752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T191752Z
UID:20557-1706140800-1706227199@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Zoom Gathering - Personnel Committees and Job Descriptions: Why?
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 25th \n\n2:00 p.m. – Session for Rostered Ministers\n7:00 p.m. – Session for Lay Leaders\n\nClick here to RSVP.\nWe’ve all been in situations where people have different expectations of each other; unclear and crossed-up expectations can lead to frustration. This is especially true in the church where relationships and expectations can take us into murky waters. Join in this Zoom conversation in which Bishop Dee and Synod Staff provide some best practices and principles for Rostered Ministers\, Staff\, and Congregation Councils & Committees working together in mutual ministry. \nPlease RSVP to receive the Zoom Link in your email. This Zoom conversation will be recorded and shared for future use. 
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/zoom-gathering-jan25-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T160831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T160831Z
UID:20455-1706176800-1706180400@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Claiming Your Call: Interviewing and Negotiating Skills for Women in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:This workshop can help bolster your skills in interviewing and negotiating compensation for a call in Ministry. \nOpen to all women: \n\nInterested in adding these skills to their professional toolbox\nFirst call candidates preparing for interviews with congregations\nFemale rostered leaders in mobility\n\nThe same Zoom workshop is offered three separate times:\nTuesday\, January 23rd at 1pm\nThursday\, January 25th at 10am\nSaturday\, January 27th at 9am \nNo registration is required\, simply click this link to join the workshop.\nZoom Meeting Link – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5076373904?omn=82335070864\nMeeting ID: 507 637 3904\nThe Zook link is the same for all three dates. \nThis workshop is led by Pr. Genelle Netlund of NW MN Synod and Pr. Heather Culuris of SW MN Synod\, sponsored by the ELCA Quality of Call initiative from following participating synods:\n3B Eastern North Dakota Synod\n3C South Dakota Synod\n3D Northwestern Minnesota Synod\n3F Southwestern Minnesota Synod\n4A Nebraska Synod\n4B Central States Synod\n5E Western Iowa Synod \nClick here to view and download event flyer.
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/claiming-your-call-jan25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T161034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T161052Z
UID:20457-1706346000-1706349600@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Claiming Your Call: Interviewing and Negotiating Skills for Women in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:This workshop can help bolster your skills in interviewing and negotiating compensation for a call in Ministry. \nOpen to all women: \n\nInterested in adding these skills to their professional toolbox\nFirst call candidates preparing for interviews with congregations\nFemale rostered leaders in mobility\n\nThe same Zoom workshop is offered three separate times:\nTuesday\, January 23rd at 1pm\nThursday\, January 25th at 10am\nSaturday\, January 27th at 9am \nNo registration is required\, simply click this link to join the workshop.\nZoom Meeting Link – https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5076373904?omn=82335070864\nMeeting ID: 507 637 3904\nThe Zook link is the same for all three dates. \nThis workshop is led by Pr. Genelle Netlund of NW MN Synod and Pr. Heather Culuris of SW MN Synod\, sponsored by the ELCA Quality of Call initiative from following participating synods:\n3B Eastern North Dakota Synod\n3C South Dakota Synod\n3D Northwestern Minnesota Synod\n3F Southwestern Minnesota Synod\n4A Nebraska Synod\n4B Central States Synod\n5E Western Iowa Synod \nClick here to view and download event flyer.
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/claiming-your-call-jan27/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240205
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T161450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T161623Z
UID:20459-1707004800-1707091199@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Great River Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Great River\nDate: Feb. 4th @ 2:30 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Zoom\nConference Dean: Pr. John Gabrielson
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/great-river-conference-assembly/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240205
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240118T153504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T153559Z
UID:20566-1707004800-1707091199@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Valley Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Minnesota Valley\nDate: Feb. 4th @ 2:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Peace Lutheran Church\, Winthrop
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/minnesota-valley-conference-assembly/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240205
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240118T153956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T153956Z
UID:20568-1707004800-1707091199@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Lakeland Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Lakeland\nDate: Feb. 4th @ 4:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Faith Lutheran Church\, Spicer
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/lakeland-conference-assembly/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240207
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240118T184059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T221854Z
UID:20570-1707177600-1707263999@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Safety and Security for Churches Zoom Gathering
DESCRIPTION:No matter where congregations are located\, no matter the size\, congregation leaders are aware that we need to plan for the safety and security of the people who come through our doors\, staff and worshipers. Retired Kenyon Police Chief Lee Sjolander provides training to help you make plans to develop your own safety & security practices. \nZoom Gathering Recordings:  \n\nSession for Rostered Ministers\nSession for Lay Leaders \n\nDuring his time as police chief in Kenyon MN\, Chief Lee served in law enforcement\, but also was deeply known and respected for his role as mentor\, dog whisperer\, community leader\, an active lay leader in his home ELCA congregation\, and a drummer in a local band. Chief Lee brings a deep care for the safety and wellbeing of church leaders and congregations after serving in a small town/rural community and working in partnership with the congregations and religious leaders of that community.  He has helped rostered and lay leaders think about safety for our people while we engage in vibrant ministry in ways that are rooted in daily realities and lived experiences.
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/safety-and-security/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240219
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T164025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T164025Z
UID:20462-1708214400-1708300799@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Prairie\nDate: Feb. 18th @2:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: First Lutheran Church\, Marshall
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/prairie-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240219
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T164157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T204501Z
UID:20464-1708214400-1708300799@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Scenic Valley Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Scenic Valley\nDate: Feb. 18th @2:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Gloria Dei Lutheran Church\, Redwood Falls
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/scenic-valley-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240219
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T164329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T164329Z
UID:20466-1708214400-1708300799@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Shetek Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Shetek\nDate: Feb. 18th @ 2:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Christ Lutheran Church\, Slayton
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/shetek-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240219
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240118T153305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T204554Z
UID:20564-1708214400-1708300799@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Lac Qui Parle Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Lac Qui Parle\nDate: Feb. 18th @ 2:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Our Savior’s Lutheran\, Montevideo
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/lac-qui-parle-conference-assembly/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T164455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T164853Z
UID:20468-1708819200-1708905599@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Watonwan River Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Watonwan River\nDate: Feb. 25th @ 2:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Trinity Lutheran Church\, Madelia
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/watonwan-river-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T164602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T153103Z
UID:20470-1708819200-1708905599@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Crow River Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Crow River\nDate: Feb. 25th @ 2:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Zion Lutheran Church\, Litchfield
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/crow-river-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240304
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20231215T164749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T164749Z
UID:20472-1709424000-1709510399@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Glacial Ridge Conference Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Conference: Glacial Ridge\nDate: March 3 @ 3:00 p.m.\nMeeting Location: Trinity Lutheran Church\, Alberta
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/glacial-ridge-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240308T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240108T162812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T161819Z
UID:20549-1709915400-1710003600@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Senior High Youth Gathering
DESCRIPTION:All 9th-12th students are invited to the Synod’s annual Senior High Youth Gathering!\nIt will be held March 8-9\, 2024 at Best Western Convention Center in New Ulm\, MN.\nThis event is coordinated and planned by the SW MN Synod Lutheran Youth Organization (LYO).\nThe theme this year is “Forever Unbroken\,” based on Romans 8:37-39. \nThe LYO has an outstanding gathering planned for you: \n\nBand: Hans Peterson and the Synod Youth Band\nNightlife: Variety of activities including games\, snacks\, dance\, large group games\, etc.\nThe Spirit Garage (a relaxing place for peace and prayer)\nSmall group sessions led by trained youth to help dig deeper into the theme\nService learning opportunities with meaningful service project and growth\nLYO board elections (more info below!)\nLively worship\, dancing\, singing\, fun\, faith and relationship-building\n\n\nGathering Information: \n-Click here to download the Registration Guide for more detailed information.\nRegistration opens January 25th @ 5:00 pm – Closes February 16th @ 4:30 pm.\nCost: $115 per person ($125 after February 16th)  The registration cost includes programming and a Gathering t-shirt\, also includes Friday snacks\, Saturday breakfast & lunch. Hotel accommodations are separate from the gathering registration fee. \nClick here to register!\n\nGathering Links:\n-Make an online payment\n-LYO Board Online Application\n-Small Group Leader Online Application
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/sryg/
CATEGORIES:Youth Gatherings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240315
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240213T210104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T164153Z
UID:20682-1710374400-1710460799@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Room at the Table for Everyone Zoom Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Hospitality is part of our Christian call to discipleship. Come listen and consider what the Bible says about hospitality as well as how we live out Christian hospitality in the real-life situations we encounter in our congregations and personal lives. \nThursday\, March 14th \n\n2:00 p.m. – Session for Rostered Ministers\n7:00 p.m. – Session for Lay Leaders\n\nPlease RSVP to receive the Zoom Link in your email. This Zoom Session will be recorded and shared for future use. \nClick here to RSVP
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/hospitality-zoom-gathering/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240410
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240222T210742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T212555Z
UID:20729-1712620800-1712707199@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:The Commission for a Renewed Lutheran Church Zoom Gatherings
DESCRIPTION:The Commission for a Renewed Lutheran Church invites the SW MN Synod to a one hour listening session. Leaders from the commission will offer a short presentation on the Commission’s charge and current work followed by a period of question and answer and then open listening. Personal information and identifying details will be redacted\, but specific suggestions of how the structure and governance of the ELCA in its three expressions can be more helpful and efficient are greatly welcome! \nTuesday\, April 9th \n\n2:00 p.m. – Session for Rostered Ministers\n7:00 p.m. – Session for Lay Leaders\n\nPlease RSVP to receive the Zoom Link in your email. This Zoom Session will be recorded and shared for future use. \nClick here to RSVP\nMore information about the commission can be found here:\nCommission for a Renewed Lutheran Church – Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (elca.org)
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/crlc_zoom_gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240318T214417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T170305Z
UID:20805-1712995200-1713020400@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Lutheran Men in Mission Spring Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Love Your Neighbor\, Even When We Disagree \nFor All Men\nSW MN Synod Spring Gathering Flyer\nSaturday\, April 13\, 2024\nGloria Dei Church in Redwood Falls \nSchedule:\n8:00 a.m. Registration / Rolls\, Coffee\, and Juice\n9:00 Welcome and Bible Study\nBusiness Meeting\n-Fill vacancies on board: President\, Vice President\, Secretary\, Treasurer\, and Conference Reps.\n-Scholarship for Seminary and Endowment Fund Contribution\n-LMM Golf Tournament-Purpose and Details (July 19\, 2024\, at Redwood Falls Golf Course)\nTed Mathews\, “How Do We Manage Conflict”\nLunch / Meet and Greet\nLMM Ambassadors\, Pr. Tim Schoeder and Jan Nelson—LMM Tools for Ministering with Men\nClosing Worship with Offering led by Pr. Bryant Kaden and Pr. Lowell Krogstad\n-Installation of Officers\n3:00 p.m. Depart for Home. Drive Safely. \nRegistration: \nTo register please fill out the registration form and mail to LMM Treasurer\, Reynold Dittbenner at 24533 State Hwy 4\, Sleepy Eye\, MN 56085. Cell: 507-220-0185. Click here to view and download the registration form. \nCost: $10 per person \nDonations:\nDonations to the LMM Scholarship Endowment Fund are appreciated even if you are not able to participate in the Spring Gathering.
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/lmmspringretreat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240212T215627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T153653Z
UID:20669-1713862800-1713884400@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Ethics and Boundaries for Ministers Training
DESCRIPTION:In person at First Lutheran Church\, 1114 Traverse Road\, St. Peter\, MN.\nTuesday\, April 23rd\, 2024 – 9:00am-3:00pm\nPresenter: Rev. Emily Carson\nRegistration Deadline: April 16th\n$40 per person. \nSexual misconduct by rostered and other religious leaders is one of the most serious challenges faced by the church today. Violation of the sacred trust between church members and their leaders brings deep pain to all who are affected: victims\, offenders\, family members\, friends\, and the congregation itself. \nIn response to this challenge\, the Southwestern Minnesota Synod bylaws include the following provisions (S14.25.01. and S14.47.01.): \n“Within twelve months of assuming office all rostered ministers of under call shall demonstrate completion of at least six contact hours of continuing education in the prevention of sexual boundary violations.” \nA few years ago our synod council created a continuing resolution encouraging all of our rostered leaders to have continued work on appropriate boundaries of all kinds\, but especially sexual boundaries\, every three years. \nNOTE: You must be present at all 6 hours of the training to receive credit for completing the program. \nIf these dates don’t work for you\, you may comply by attending another training event that includes at least six contact hours of instruction in the same content covered by the synod’s workshop and provide proof of attendance for your file. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/boundaries-training-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240607T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240416T162145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T162525Z
UID:20893-1717783200-1717794000@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:2024 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:When: June 7-8\, 2024.\nTime: 6:00 pm. Friday to 5:00 pm. Saturday.\nWhere: Gustavus Adolphus College\, St Peter & Zoom Webinar. \nClick here to visit the Synod Assembly webpage for more information. 
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/2024-synod-assembly/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240609
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240416T162338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T162338Z
UID:20895-1717804800-1717891199@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:2024 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:When: June 7-8\, 2024.\nTime: 6:00 pm. Friday to 5:00 pm. Saturday.\nWhere: Gustavus Adolphus College\, St Peter & Zoom Webinar. \nClick here to visit the Synod Assembly webpage for more information. 
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/2024-synod-assembly-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240721
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20230309T205249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T144810Z
UID:18680-1721088000-1721519999@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Youth Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Created to Be: 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering including MYLE the Table \nGet ready for the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering!\nPr. Jon Wendt\, the SW MN Synod Gathering Champion\, recorded an informational Zoom meeting about the upcoming 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans\, LA. \n \n\nGreetings from Pr. Jon Wendt!\nMy name is Pastor Jon Wendt\, and I am the SWMN Synod Champion for the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans.  I have attended every tri-annual gathering since the early 90’s\, and have watched people grow in their faith as they come together with thousands of other Christians during the week of the Gatherings.  This life-changing event has been canceled the last couple of times\, but I am excited that we are able to participate again. \nAs the Gathering Synod Champion (GSC)\, it is my role to walk with each of the congregations as they begin to register\, fundraise\, and prepare.  I am here to answer any questions you may have.  As we each begin this journey to New Orleans in the summer of 2024\, I want to be a “help line” for you.  You can always reach me through the gathering website www.elca.org/gathering\, or my personal email stmatthewwabassopastor@gmail.com. \n 
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/elca-youth-gathering/
LOCATION:New Orleans\, LA\, New Orleans\, LA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Gatherings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240720
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240628T151147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T151545Z
UID:21266-1721347200-1721433599@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Lutheran Men in Mission Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 19\, 2024 at the Redwood Falls Golf Club\, Redwood Falls\, MN\nRegistration: 2:30 pm\nShotgun Start: 3:00 pm\nPrice: $75.00 per golfer Includes GOLF CART\, green fees\, meal\, prizes and a donation to LMM \nHelp Grow Leaders in Rural Ministry!\nFund for Leaders Endowment: The SW MN Synod Lutheran Men in Mission (LMM) provides for seminary tuition scholarships. Recipients will have an openness and commitment to future service in rural settings. The profit from the LMM golf tournament goes into the LMM’s Fund for Leaders Endowment to help grow leaders. Donations to the LMM Scholarship Endowment Fund are appreciated even if you are not able to participate in the Golf Tournament. \nRegistrations\, payments and donations should be mailed to: John Woodford at 30442 350th St\, Redwood Falls\, MN 56283.\nClick here to view and download the registration form.
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/lmm-golf-tournament/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240809
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240104T164452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T164452Z
UID:20526-1722902400-1723161599@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Women in Ministry Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Empower. Empowered. Empowering.\nAugust 6-8\, 2024\nHilton Garden Inn\, Sioux Falls\, SD\nClick here to register! \nWomen have been ordained for over 50 years\, yet still experience challenges as we seek to live out our calls in this church. The ELCA is committed to improving the quality of calls for women in ministry. Seven synods in the Midwest are collaborating to host a gathering for women in ministry where there will be a time for conversation\, support\, education\, and for rest and renewal. \nSpecial Speaker: Rozella Haydee White \nThere is NO REGISTRATION COST thanks to a generous grant from the Quality of Call initiative of the ELCA.\nFollowing the event\, a limited number of $200 scholarships to help reimburse the cost of hotel rooms and travel will be available on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Visit Women in Ministry | Central States Synod (css-elca.org) website for more information.  \nEmpower Women in Ministry Flyer
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/women-in-ministry-gathering/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T182202
CREATED:20240905T162039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T162039Z
UID:21436-1727982000-1727985600@swmnelca.org
SUMMARY:Compensation Guidelines Zoom Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 3rd @ 7:00 pm\nThis Zoom gathering is especially for Congregation Councils\, Personnel Committees\, and Rostered Ministers.\nPlease RSVP to receive the Zoom Link in your email. \nCome hear an overview of the 2025 Synod Compensation Guidelines and how Portico Benefits figure into the definition of compensation for Rostered Ministers. \nPresenters: Pr. Janel Kuester and Tammy Schacher
URL:https://swmnelca.org/event/comp-guidelines-zoom-gathering/
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