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September 4, 2024
EaND News and Events
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Connections has a new look!
In an effort to publicly live into our new strategic plan, the Connections e-newsletter has a a new look! We'll be sharing the same important news and events from around the synod and beyond, but you can now see the Ministry Result Areas associated with each event, resource, and article. You can learn more about our Strategic Plan & Ministry Result Areas on our website.
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Vital Conversations: "Kids These Days! Accompanying Young People in a Changing World"
Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Faith Journey - West Fargo & on ZOOM
“We wish we had more youth" is a common lament and conversation in many congregations, and one without an easy answer! Together will share research around the beliefs and perspectives of young people, explore how the world has changed, and wonder about the shifts the church can make to make space for and accompany young people. Join Dr. Michael Chan, Kristina Johnson Dernier, and Deacon Erin Power for a day of how we as the church love and accompany kids these days!
Those participating via zoom are welcome to attend as a team or small group with their congregation. Click here for more information and to register.
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New Devotional Resource
We are excited to share a new devotional resource now available for download! "Living our Baptism: The Marks of Discipleship" is a monthly devotional resource and reflection guide created especially for councils and ministry teams. Download the devotional here.
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EaND Synod Fall Gatherings
Bishop Tessa encourages all congregations to invite at least 4 people attend our Fall Gatherings. This annual event is one way for those across the synod to be connected, which is a goal in our strategic plan. Join Bishop Tessa and other synod staff at one of our Fall Gatherings. Dates and locations are now available on our website!
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October Boundaries Training
The next Boundaries Training will take place on October 29, 2024 from 9am-12pm. We will be partnering with the Southeastern Minnesota Synod to offer this workshop over Zoom.
Click here to register.
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Stewardship Starters Fall Webinar:
Stewardship 101 for Councils & Leaders
Save the date for the next Stewardship Starters webinar: September 16, 2024 at 6:30pm. Join Rev Tim Brown, Director, Congregational Stewardship as we explore a framework for talking about stewardship and generosity. Together we will answer the question "how do talk about generosity and stewardship beyond the annual pledge card?" and explore how we inspire generosity for mission.
No pre-registration required. The Zoom link is available on our website.
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Fall Youth Retreat
The Eastern North Dakota Fall Youth retreat will be September 20-22 at the Castaway Club. This retreat is geared for students in grades 6-10. Click here for more information from Rev. Kim Adams, EaND Youth Retreat Coordinator. Bishop Tessa will be providing a video and written sermon for congregations to use during the weekend of the youth retreat.
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EaND Synodical Women's Organization Fall Convention
Saturday, September 27
Sharon Lutheran Church, Grand Forks
Download this flyer to learn all about this year's Eastern ND WELCA Fall Convention! Contact Jeanne Wobbema with questions.
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Call Process
Please pray for congregations and rostered ministers in the call process. You can find a list of congregations currently in the call process on our website.
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ELCA Seminaries Virtual Discernment Event
Have you ever wondered about theological education? The ELCA seminaries would like to help you learn more about your seminary options and explore with you where God might be calling you next. Join all seven seminaries of the ELCA on Sunday, September 15th from 1:00-3:30 (PT), 2:00-4:30 (MT), 3:00-5:30 (CT), or 4:00-6:30 (ET) for a Joint Virtual Discernment Event. Click here to learn more and to register.
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Stewardship of Life Festival: Tending it All with Wisdom
September 21, 2024
9:30am-2:30pm
First Lutheran Church, Detroit Lakes, MN
Speaker: Pr. Emily Carson
What does it mean to be wise stewards of our whole lives? Using gardening as our metaphorical playground, we’ll explore how we might faithfully tend our attention, resources, and relationships as both individuals and congregations. With opportunities to learn from creation, God, and one another, this day is intended to be an experience that will leave you feeling rooted and inspired.
Learn more and register at this link.
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Walking Together: 50 Years of World Hunger
Northeastern Minnesota Synod will be hosting Walking Together: 50 Years of ELCA World Hunger on Saturday, Oct 12, 2024 at Lutheran Church of the Cross in Nisswa, MN. This celebratory event will include worship with Glocal musicians, a hunger simulation, Action Center, silent auction and public art project. There will also be workshops with ELCA World Hunger, Lutheran Advocacy-MN, Eco-Faith Network, Together Here, and Sumud Northland - each tying their ministries to the issues of hunger and justice. Members of the EaND Synod are invited to attend! Click here to register and see the event schedule.
Contact Rev. Taryn Montgomery with questions.
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Celebrate World Food Day & 50 Years of ELCA World Hunger
World Food Day History & Ideas
Read this letter from Michelle Watne, EaND Synod ELCA World Hunger Chair, to learn more about World Food Day and how you can participate!
50th Anniversary of ELCA World Hunger Webinar
October 15 @ 7pm CST
This special online event will be hosted by the Rev. Amy Current, bishop of the Southeastern Iowa Synod, and Imran Siddiqui, vice president of the ELCA. Click this link to learn more and register to receive reminders, event information, World Food Day resources and the event recording.
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ELCA Truth & Healing Movement Programming
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September 24, 7-9pm CST: Presentation: ELCA Truth-seeking and Truth-telling Initiative on Indian Boarding Schools
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October 10, 2-4pm CST: Class: "Indian 101"
Click here for class descriptions and more information about the Truth & Healing Movement. No pre-registration required for these events; simply click "Join Class."
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Faithful Listening, Bold Proclamation Cohorts
The ELCA's Compelling Preaching: Transformed Listeners Initiative is inviting EaND Synod preachers to join a new cohort-based course: "Faithful Listening, Bold Proclamation." This course looks at how preachers and proclaimers from diverse ministry backgrounds can better listen to themselves, their community and God. And with that faithful listening, proclaim the Good News in a way that is community-centered, co-created, contextual, authentic, and relevant. The cohort program is designed for all sorts of ‘preachers’- both lay and ordained leaders.
The cohort will run for 12 weeks meeting weekly digitally, beginning mid-October. Topics include:
- Dependable Strengths + Saboteurs
- Community organizing and building
- Relationship building and healthy boundaries
- Proclaiming prophetically
Download this flyer to learn more and to register.
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Soul Shop Workshops
Faith leaders and community members are invited to attend an upcoming Soul Shop workshop at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls, MN. Soul Shop is a faith-based suicide prevention program. Their mission is to equip faith community leaders and congregations to minister to those impacted by suicide. Download the flyers below for more information.
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Fargo-Moorhead Area Out of the Darkness Walk
You are invited to join the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention North Dakota Chapter for the F/M Area Out of the Darkness Community Walk on September 22, 2024. Funds raised go directly to lifesaving research, education, advocacy and survivor support programming. Learn more and register at this link.
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Sabbath Learning Retreat for Womxn in Ministry: Turks & Caicos
ConseCrate & Sunlight Tours are offering a travel opportunity for women in ministry to Turks and Caicos in January 2025! Are you a womxn in ministry leadership and looking for a time apart for renewal, learning, and connection in a beautiful location? Join us for this time of relaxation, spiritual exploration, dwelling with others, exciting excursions, great food, sunshine, and so much more! We are also joined by Deacon Michelle Walka who will be guiding us in learning and practice around the themes of rest, discernment, and creative expression along the way. Learn more at this link or download this flyer.
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Lutheran Transitional Ministry Association Training Opportunity
The Lutheran Transitional Ministry Association (LuTMA) offers training for those pastors and church-workers interested in serving as Transitional Interim Ministers.
Download this document to learn more.
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Lutheran Men in Mission Ambassador-Gram
The Summer Lutheran Men in Mission newsletter is now available. Download a PDF version here or click this link to view the newsletter online. You can learn more about Lutheran Men in Mission here.
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2024 Addiction & Faith Conference
The 2024 Addiction & Faith Conference will take place October 17-19, 2024 online. Learn more and register at this link or download this flyer.
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