…are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.” – Romans 12:5. This means that followers of Jesus, and participants in our own faith communities, are freed from…
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…for Pastor Larry on his Retirement ELCA Report: Rev. Brenda Smith Welcome to Redwood Falls and the Lower Sioux Community Gifts of Grace Stories That Should Be Told PowerPoint Presentations…
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…offered workshops and trainings to develop a greater appreciation for God’s gifts of diversity in all people, deepen cultural competency, increase inclusion of our neighbors, practice equity, and better work…
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…and respect for the common life we share, following the example of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Gracious God, we pray for our public servants [ names ],…
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…compassion when such misconduct occurs. This statement of policy describes how your synod intends to fulfill these commitments. View and download your synod’s policy statement regarding sexual misconduct. Download SYNOD…
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…– Reflection #4 2024 Synod Assembly Theme Series – Reflection #5 Please feel free to share, print and use Bishop Dee’s reflections however it fits best in your congregation’s communications….
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…share, print and use Bishop Dee’s reflections however it fits best in your congregation’s communications. Congregations can also use this for a devotion for any group, committee or council gathering….
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…is reviewed by the bishop and synod ministers. Completion of Forms A & C is one of the requirements for receiving some synod grants. The ELCA also uses this data…
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…know. Our Bishop-elect plans on having a call committee in staff searches. A member of the Executive Committee and a member of the Personnel Committee will be sought to review…
…and funerals, etc, visit the Faith+Lead School for Lay Ministry webpage: Cohort: School for Lay Ministry Learning Community Select Learning www.selectlearning.org/content/synodically-authorized-ministry Resources are available online and on DVDs, including classes…
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