Equipping Videos
The Effective Congregation Council Zoom Gathering Recording
This video recording is a clip from our Congregational Lay Leaders Zoom Gathering that happened on Feb. 3rd, 2022. Presenter and the original creator of the PowerPoint is Synod Minister Stephen Cook.
Click in the links below to view:
- The Effective Congregation Council Video Recording
- The Effective Congregation Council PowerPoint
- Guide for Board Members, MN Attorney General, Keith Ellison
Congregation Finances
This video presentation is from David C. Anfinson, CPA/PFS, Former SW MN Synod Treasurer, on church finances. Whether you are new to church finances or a veteran, equip yourself with the best practices to help your congregation manage its financial resources. It may not be the most popular job, but it certainly is important.
- The Congregation Finances Video Recording Access Passcode: Synod3F#
- Congregational Treasurers’ and Bookkeepers’ Financial and Accounting Guide
- ELCA Financial Resources for Congregations.
Ministry Basics Recordings
A series of Ministry Basics Zoom Webinars were offered throughout 2021 to replace our annual Equipping Congregations Day, which did not happen because of COVID-19. The ECD planning team is evaluating and planning for more equipping opportunities in the future. We have recorded most of the Zoom gatherings from 2021. These webinars remain relevant and include valuable information for you and your congregation.
Please share and enjoy these recordings!
Click on the links below to view. All access passwords are Synod3F#
- Copyright Webinar from August 8, 2020
- Gospel, Government, and the Common Good Webinar from November 6, 2020
- Becoming an Effective Treasurer Webinar from February 23, 2021
- A Time of Transition: A Time to Listen Webinar from April 8, 2021
- Becoming a Visiting Congregation Webinar from August 3, 2021
- Positive Pastor and Congregation Relationships from April, 2022
Sermons / Worship Services
“Synod” literally means “walking together.” Your Synod Staff is here to walk with you at all times, and we offer these sermons and services to thank and support the vital and creative ministries that continue and thrive in these days.
We all come to worship just as we are, and that is particularly true today. So wherever you are today, know that all are welcome for who you are, as you are.
Your Stories
This video collection are stories that should be told. They are helpful videos that share stories of ministries creating new ways to spread God’s word from around our synod.
