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We are people of hope! A living hope that by Christ’s cross and resurrection, we are saved from our sins to live in newness of life now and in joyful anticipation of His return (Matthew 1:21; Romans 6:4; I Corinthians 15:20). Although we will grieve due to the brokenness of this world, we do not grieve as those without hope (I Thessalonians 4:13). Even in suffering, He leads us to have the kind of hope that does not put us to shame (Romans 5:5) but trusts in His perfect, unending love (I John 4:10).
Living in the hope of Christ, we look forward to the 2025 Minnesota North District Convention in Grand Rapids, MN. The Board of Directors chose this theme to point all of us to hope we all have in Christ, by faith through Baptism, no matter our circumstance. Our two and a half days together next year will be saturated in worship, prayer, fellowship, and an enriching Bible study of Peter’s first epistle. See ya there!
In Christ (I Timothy 6:12)
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Convention preparation in the coming months:
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AUG - OCT: Delegate Registration and Certification
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SEPT - OCT: Circuit Forums
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NOVEMBER: Registration and Overture Deadlines
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JANUARY: Floor Committee Meetings
Watch for more information via mail, email and newsletter.
Visit the CONVENTION WEBSITE for updates and forms
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On July 7 Immanuel, Fergus Falls had a special worship service in observance of Independence Day with special music and recognition of veterans. After the service, worshippers recessed to the cemetery on Highway 10 where we dedicated a new flagpole and U.S. flag. May this flag stir up within us and all who see it as they pass on the highway a new appreciation of the life, liberty and pursuit of happiness we enjoy in this land of the free and a greater readiness to serve our nation under God. | |
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Trinity Lutheran Church in Appleton recently hosted Vacation Bible School for 36 children, with the theme, “SCUBA Diving Into Friendship With God.” | |
Rev. David Becker recently retired after 42 years in ministry. Pastor Becker remained in the Minnesota North District for his whole career serving St. Paul, Evergreen and St. John, Aitkin as well as faithfully serving as Circuit Visitor for many of those years. He is pictured here with District President Finnern. God's Blessings in your retirement! | |
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Rev. Joe Crosswhite was installed as Pastor of St. Paul in Royalton on June 26, 2024. St. Paul joins Pastor Crosswhite's other congregation, St. Peter in Randall, in Dual Parish Ministry. He is pictured here with District President Rev. Brady Finnern. | |
Rev. Brandon Johnson was ordained and installed at Zion in Little Falls on June 30, 2024. Pictured front row: Rev. Bruce Timm, Rev. Brady Finnern, Rev. Brandon Johnson, Rev. John Grohs, Rev. Zach Hoffman; back row: Rev. Paul Cloeter, Rev. Sam Pitsch, Rev. Dr. Tim Rehwaldt, Rev. Ben Hollingsead, Rev. Justin Hesterman, Rev. Dr. Mark Schuler, Rev. Greg Tomhave. | |
Rev. Jordan DeBoer was ordained and installed at First English in Dorset on July 7, 2024. Pictured are Rev. Karl Yahr, Rev. Jim Neubauer, Rev. Don Fondow, Rev. Eric Souer, Rev. Joshua Errer, Rev. Ron Carnicom, Rev. Brady Finnern, Rev. Dr. Larry Harvala, Rev. DeBoer, Rev. Matthew Vrudny, Rev. Josef Muench, Rev. John Christianson, Rev. Steve Bohler, Rev. Chad Berg. | |
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Rev. Richard Kelm was installed at Mt. Olive in Bovey and Grace in Marble on July 28, 2024. Pictured are Rev. Brady Finnern, Rev. Steve Breitbarth, Rev. Kelm, Rev. Ray Hendrickson, Rev. Patrick Lovejoy, Rev. Zachariah Burgdorf, Rev. Jim Anthony, Rev. Mike Eckert. | |
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Church Worker Recruitment Funds Available
One of the best ways to encourage members of your congregation to consider a career in church work is through a visit to one of our Concordia Universities. We would like to encourage these visits by helping with a portion of the expense. The Campus Visit Expense reimbursement form is available on the forms section of our website. Prospective students can be reimbursed for up to $300 in travel expenses when they visit a Concordia campus. This is a great way to begin the conversation with someone you believe has the skills and gifts to serve the church!
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Does your congregation have news to share? Send your photos and stories to our Lutheran Witness Editor, Rev. Travis Lauterbach at: the.lutheran.witness@mnnlcms.org | | |
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