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Monthly Archives: January 2012
Shaping, Sharing, and Passing on Faith
By Barb Peterson Shaping, sharing and passing on faith is what we are called to do as Christians. Just as church festivals, seasons, and worship invite us to recall God’s creative ongoing action, we find that in Bible scripture God’s … Continue reading
Book Review: The Wisdom of PIXAR
By Karen Gieseke Synod Children, Youth, & Family Ministry Coordinator PIXAR movies are created for kids of all ages, adult kids too. Whether a fan of Toy Story, Finding Nemo, or Cars, each story brings to life the characters as they … Continue reading
In Memory of Rev. Leon Holtan
January 10, 2012 Dear Friends, Word has been received in the synod office of the death of the Reverend Leon O. Holtan, 95, on Wednesday, January 4, 2012. A memorial service will be held at West St. Olaf Lutheran Church, … Continue reading
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Synod News – January 2012
News and information from around the synod. 2012 Communicators Retreat Feb. 2-3 Publisher or Pinterest, bulletins or broadcast, newsletters or news releases – if you’re involved in communication in your congregation, come join us for the annual Synod Communicators Retreat. … Continue reading
ELCA News
For full stories and more, visit www.ELCA.org/news Presiding bishop says ELCA is deeply rooted in God’s mission In his report to the Church Council of the ELCA, Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson said that the ELCA is “a church deeply rooted … Continue reading
Resolution Writing Guide
Resolutions for consideration at the 2012 Southeastern Minnesota Synod Assembly should be submitted to the synod office by March 15, 2012. For a guide on who may submit a resolution, how to write a resolution, and what happens with a … Continue reading
Snippets – January 2012
News, events, tips, and tricks from your synod ministry partners Women of the ELCA: Spring Event Dates Women, it is time to mark your calendars for the Conference Spring Events. Your convener needs to know the contact person at your church … Continue reading
Imagine a Plan, a Goal, and a Hope for 2012
By Rev. Linda Gunderson Synod Minister It is now 2012. What does your congregation have planned for this year? What are leaders looking forward to? Is there anticipation as you trust God will be up to something in your lives … Continue reading
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Congregations as Emergency Rooms
By Rev. Peter Reuss Synod Mission Developer As Jon walked through the sliding doors, his eyes scanned the room. The Emergency Room waiting area overflowed with coughing, aching, and bleeding people. He gingerly walked up to the receptionist who looked … Continue reading
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Call Update – January 2012
A monthly update of congregations in the call process and changes in the synod’s roster of leaders and congregations. Call Update – Self Study: Adams, Little Cedar & Marshall – solo (2-point) (Margaret Pleiss-Sipppola, Interim) Bricelyn, Bricelyn & North Blue Earth – … Continue reading
“Excelling in Mission” Conversations Continue
In the fall of 2011, approximately 430 rostered and lay leaders from around the synod gathered at four separate gatherings to discuss the topic of “Excelling in Mission…A Generous Undertaking.” Resources from the events and examples from synod congregations are … Continue reading