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Advent Gift

November 28, 2022 by SW MN Synod

In the Southwestern Minnesota Synod, we rejoice as we enter the season of Advent, knowing the ways God has been present with us during the past year. We rejoice over […]

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A Thanksgiving Message from Bishop Dee Pederson

November 22, 2022 by SW MN Synod

For the Fruit of All Creation   1    For the fruit of all creation,        thanks be to God.        For these gifts to ev’ry nation,        thanks be to God.        For the plowing, […]

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Lay Leaders Zoom Gathering Recording

November 10, 2022 by SW MN Synod

“How Congregational Budgeting Can Tell God’s Story Through Your Story”A recording from October 27th, 2022. Impressions from the field by Synod Minister Stephen Cook: caring for your rostered minister, including […]

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The Southwestern Minnesota Synod welcomes a new Synod Minister for Equipping Congregation Leaders: Pr. Naomi Mahler

October 10, 2022 by SW MN Synod

Pr. Naomi Mahler brings a strong background and training to this position. She has been serving as an Associate Pastor at Calvary Lutheran Church, Willmar, since 2014, sharing pastoral responsibilities […]

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Have you ever wondered how to inspire generosity in your church?

October 3, 2022 by SW MN Synod

GSB Fundraising  /  www.gsbfundraising.com Have you ever wondered how to inspire generosity in your church? If so, you’re not alone! Through a new partnership with the Southwestern Minnesota Synod, we […]

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Fall has arrived!  It’s time to make like a linebacker and tackle your educational debt!

September 28, 2022 by SW MN Synod

Rostered ministers of the Southwestern Minnesota Synod, we are facing a season like no other. If you hold educational debt from pursuing your call to ministry, odds of making significant […]

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Gifts of Grace Grant Updates

September 6, 2022 by SW MN Synod

The Gifts of Grace program continues to work toward increasing financial wellbeing in our synod. Educational Loan Reduction Grant One significant impact of the program has been in reducing the […]

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Zoom Gatherings with Pr. Heather

September 6, 2022 by SW MN Synod

Join Pastor Heather this fall for Zoom gatherings with other pastors and deacons who fill specific niches in ministry.  These spaces for prayer and conversation are intended to create time […]

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Position Opening – Youth Ministry Coordinator

August 30, 2022 by SW MN Synod

After a time of transition, we are excited to share this position description for a part-time Synod Youth Ministry Coordinator. This position involves serving approximately 15 hours per week and […]

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SW MN Synod Faithful Innovation New Cohort

August 4, 2022 by SW MN Synod

A new cohort of Faithful Innovation is beginning this fall in the Southwestern Minnesota Synod. The last group of pastors and congregations who engaged in these conversations began in 2019, […]

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