Mission support is the term used to describe that percentage of the tithes and offerings your congregation shares beyond your local ministry site. The mission support you send is invested here in the Southwestern Minnesota Synod and globally through our ELCA because we live out God’s vision and mission. Thank you! Your mission support makes […]
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Video Recorded Presentations Bishop Jon’s Report – Part 1: Remembering & Noticing Bishop Jon’s Report – Part 2: Trusting & Following Bible Study by Dr. Deanna Thompson – Part 1: “The Body of Christ in the 21st Century” Bible Study by Dr. Deanna Thompson – Part 2: “The Body of Christ in the 21st Century”
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Video Recorded Presentations Bishop Jon’s Report – Part 1: Remembering & Noticing Bishop Jon’s Report – Part 2: Trusting & Following Bible Study by Dr. Deanna Thompson – Part 1: “The Body of Christ in the 21st Century” Bible Study by Dr. Deanna Thompson – Part 2: “The Body of Christ in the 21st Century”
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We’re excited to announce we have a brand NEW mobile guide for you to use at the synod assembly! Get the App/Guide to access the most up-to-date information for the synod assembly. This guide is easy to use, has all the pre-assembly materials, plus fun photos about our assembly prep. Get the app and start
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Endowment Fund Congregational Mission Grants for 2020 Endowment Fund Mission Statement Empower and support the congregations of the Southwestern Minnesota Synod of the ELCA enabling growth in Christian faith and service to God’s people. Focus of the 2020 grant program The Southwestern Minnesota Synod Endowment Fund grant program for 2020 is looking for projects in
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(Formerly the Lilly Project) We have a new name! A goal of the Lilly Project is that it will be a part of our synod’s life for the long term and not something that ends after three or six years. Though the Lilly Project has become identifiable to many after three years of work, we
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As we approach our 2019 Assembly, Gwen Arneson will share some reflections on being our synod’s Vice President. Gwen has announced she will not be available for another term. We hope her reflections will help people imagine who might serve in this call. Reflections of a Synod Vice President – Part 1 + Gwen Arneson
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Gustavus Adolphus College, Southeastern and Southwestern Minnesota Synods have received a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support the continuing education and leadership development of Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) pastors in southern Minnesota. The grant is part of Lilly Endowment’s Thriving in Ministry initiative. The initiative supports a variety of religious
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Who will be your congregation’s next rostered leader? Who will serve as pulpit supply for your congregation? How will the sons and daughters of your congregation who have the gifts to preach and lead receive the training they need to do both? Advent Appeal 2018 We invite you to address these questions through your financial
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Do not be afraid. It is I. Come. Southwestern Minnesota Synod Assembly 2018 Notes by Carla Klawitter Friday, June 8, 2018 This year’s synod assembly had a soft start – people rolling in at various times – opening with service projects and workshops. Better Together – Redwood Falls, open to participants of all ages from
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