Perhaps you have heard someone who is preparing for ministry talk about being a candidate for ministry or perhaps you yourself have been encouraged by a pastor to consider entering the candidacy process. Maybe your congregation just called a first call pastor who has recently been ordained and you have heard them talking about the […]
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Need help or support with your fall stewardship campaign? Our partners at GSB Fundraising provide an excellent program called Building a Culture of Generosity. Participating congregations will receive: An easily implemented program designed to stimulate generosity Professionally designed, adaptable materials Letter templates for the stewardship drive Six virtual, live training events with a GSB Consultant
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Summer is often a difficult time to find pastors and lay people to do worship supply, especially for those congregations that are currently without a pastor or interim to serve them. For this reason, Bp. Dee Pederson and Synod Minister Heather Culuris will make three sermons available to congregations. The sermons will be available in
The Southwestern Minnesota Synod Assembly was held June 9-10 at Gustavus Adolphus College, St Peter. The theme of the Assembly was, “Embody the Word,” which was present throughout the weekend. The Assembly was able to see the many gifts of leaders, both lay and rostered, from around the synod showcased in videos, worship, workshops, speakers, and around
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“You have generously supported our congregation for decades. You appreciate the way that we share God’s love in the community. I invite you to prayerfully consider your congregation as you make your estate plans.” A simple yet profound question that Pastor Chris asked Pat and Shannon over a cookie and some coffee. Shannon queried, “But
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Get ready for the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering! Pr. Jon Wendt, the SW MN Synod Gathering Champion, recorded an informational Zoom meeting about the upcoming 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans, LA. Posted June 2023: Greetings from Pr. Jon Wendt! This past month, I sent a letter to congregations to introduce myself. For those who
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Synod Assembly Important Announcements Visit the Synod Assembly Webpage for more information Can I Still Register? Online registration has closed. If you missed registering for the Assembly, call the Synod Office at 507-637-3904. Congregations and voting members: double check your registration confirmation email. If you know someone who is attending the Assembly and did not
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Assembly registration will close May 26th All registration information is posted online at www.swmnelca.org/synod-assembly. It is extremely important to register before May 26th. The Synod Assembly will be in person for the first time in 4 years! A lot has happened, and a lot has changed in that time. Though assembly members will be in
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+Pr. Troy Pflibsen, SW MN DEM, on behalf of your Synod Hunger Team It all started with one member making an unexpected choice. Instead of only giving his year-end gift to his congregation, Borgund Lutheran Church, rural Madison, he gave a portion of what God had given to him to ELCA World Hunger. This giving
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When you look at your upcoming schedules of “to do lists,” I’m sure it’s full of Lent planning, Conference gatherings, Holy Week preparations and more. In the middle of all these important other tasks, don’t forget to look at applying for the ELCA Domestic Hunger Grant or the ELCA Daily Bread Grants. These resources can enhance the work of
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