Special Synod Office Worship
As we did last year, at our regular Synod Eucharist at 11am on Wednesday, May 13, we will be praying…
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Who We Are
People focused
We value connection.
Grace filled
We cherish this gift from God in Jesus.
Welcome all
We welcome all people.
Connected across the mitten
From St. Joe to Alpena.
Synod Shoutout
- How Much Snow?!
After a week of true Northern Michigan winter, where communities saw several inches of snow accumulation, fierce winds, and drifts reaching multiple feet high, one story coming out of our synod was nothing short of inspiring!
North/West Lower Michigan Synod at a Glance
25,000+
Baptized members
100
Congregations and Ministry Sites
181
Rostered leaders
7
Conferences
Wandering and Wondering with Bishop Julie Schneider-Thomas
- Holy Week
Holy Week. It is the oldest Christian observance — far older than the celebration of Christ’s birth. The Great Three Days (Triduum) of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter — these are God’s gift to us.
- Worthy of Praise
The Pigeon on the red rocks is hanging out in the Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs. The black bird sitting on the snow is an Alpine Chough, which I met on the top of Nordkette, a mountain in the Austrian Alps. Honestly, I don’t know that I would have paid much attention to either bird if it weren’t for one of my young parishioners from Hope, Rockford who is passionate about birds. His love and knowledge have inspired me to pay more attention to the feathered friends around me.
- Fast for the Eyes
This photo was taken at the Cathedral of St. James in Innsbruck, Austria. I was there last year near the end of Lent. Every one of the churches I visited had some piece of temporary artwork hung in front of the reredos (the panel behind the altar). Many also had pieces of purple cloth covering the cross. This is a widespread practice in Roman Catholic churches, and even among a few Lutheran churches. At the very least, this happens on Good Friday in many of our churches. The instruction in the Roman Catholic church is that this begins on the Fifth Sunday of Lent through Good Friday, but I don’t want to get too far into the weeds about the particulars of this practice!
News
Lutheran World Relief Response to Earthquakes in Nepal
Lutheran World Relief has been responding to the last week’s earthquakes in Nepal and would like to share these updates:…
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Register Now: “Come and See”!
Our synod is most pleased to be hosting an immersion event on the Adult Catechumenate in June. This event is…
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Take the Heath Assessment by April 30th!
As you know, our synod reached the 65% goal last year. More than 65% of our eligible ELCA-Primary health plan…
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Honduras Mission Trip
Follow the work of those on the mission trip to Honduras! They will be posting updates on their blog! View…
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Synod Assembly Updates
Synod Assembly is quickly approaching! Make sure to visit the Synod Assembly page for up to date information and resources….
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Job Opportunity: Director of Congregational Support at ELCA Churchwide
Located in Chicago, the Director for Congregational Support is responsible for directing churchwide development efforts that provide designated support for…
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Register Now: Co-workers in the Gospel!
Registration is now open for Co-workers in the Gospel: A Workshop for Congregation Leaders Designed for congregation council and other…
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Register Now: Synod Assembly!
Registration for the 2015 Synod Assembly is now open! Registration can be completed online or by paper form. Learn more.
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Register Now: You Matter Wellness Event!
Rostered Leaders of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod are invited to a Day of Health and Wellness. This event is…
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