Monthly Archives: April 2011

Bishop Usgaard’s Easter Message

Holy Week, 2011 Dear Partners in Ministry: “Now on that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus…Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from recognizing him.” (Luke 24) All … Continue reading

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Children, Youth, and Family Ministry Coordinator Position

The Southeastern Minnesota Synod, ELCA is looking for a Children, Youth, and Family Ministry Coordinator who will work with an advisory team to connect congregations and leaders, both professional and volunteer. Responsibilities will include connecting leaders within the Southeastern Minnesota … Continue reading

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Book of Faith Devotions – April 18-23, 2011

Download the PDF Monday, April 18 John 12:1-11 A worker bee, a worshipper, a hypocrite, a band of followers, a teacher, and a large crowd of uninvited guests all of Lazarus who had been raised from the dead. For most … Continue reading

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Book of Faith Devotions – April 11-16, 2011

Download the PDF Monday, April 11 Matthew 21:1-11 The triumphal entry of Christ into Jerusalem—this is how we like to see Christ. He’s worshipped and honored. Merely days later he is crucified. The crucifixion story is hard to read, let … Continue reading

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