…am thankful for the new, younger, and diverse people God is calling into our communities and communities of faith. I am thankful for the steady and persistent leadership of middle-aged…
A Thanksgiving Message from Bp. Anderson Read More »
…25-30 Video Sermon for the Gospel of Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 Click here to view and download video. Click here view and download video. Click here to view and download video….
…that involve partnerships with other faith communities and organizations in the community. Congregations of the SW MN Synod, as well as Campus Ministries, are invited to apply. The Endowment Committee…
Congregational Mission Grants Read More »
…North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota. We are the third largest synod in terms of number of congregations with 227 congregations and two synodically authorized worshiping communities. We are the…
Congregations / Rostered Ministers Read More »
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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…for faith communities that puts God in the center of faith life and invites each community to chart their own way forward as faith communities. The Faithful Innovation program is…
Faithful Innovation Read More »
…In 1999 she was elected to serve a 6-year term on the ELCA Church Council, elected to the Church Council Executive Committee 2003-2005, and completed that work by serving as…
Rev. Dee Pederson Elected Bishop Read More »
…both the current and former pastor(s) in awkward positions by seeking the pastoral services of a former pastor. Members should simply not ask for such favors from former pastors. By…
Ethical Agreement for Congregation Read More »
…review for this weekend: RESOLUTION 21.02: Honor the Ministry of Bishop Jon V. Anderson 2022 Compensation Guidelines 2023 Proposed Budget Treasurer’s Report: 2021 Budget v. Actual Treasurer’s Report: Statements of…
Synod Assembly Announcements Read More »
…up for a recurring gift. Go to www.swmnelca.org and click on Online Giving. (Reminder: the synod pays a service fee for all credit card transactions, checking/savings account transactions are free!)…
Advent Appeal 2018 Read More »
