Welcome to the Mitten Synod!

We are the North/West Lower Michigan Synod. As one of 65 synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, we work to support the 115 congregations and 220 pastors across our geographic region.
Whether you are exploring the Christian faith, the Lutheran tradition, or what it means to become part of a faith community or you are a leader looking for information or help, we seek to partner with and serve you.
Recent News:
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Aug 22
Publicly Engaged Church Table Grants
Each year the North/West Lower Michigan Synod's Publicly Engaged Church Table makes available funds to encourage and support ministries serving local...
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Aug 22
2022 Churchwide Assembly
The 2022 ELCA Churchwide Assembly was held in Columbus, OH August 8-12, 2022. Video recordings of the worship services and...
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Aug 22
Disability Learning Day
The North/West Lower Michigan Synod's Disability Ministry Task Force will be sponsoring a Disability Learning Day on October 22, 2022. This event...
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Aug 22
Autumn Leadership Event
Save the Date for the Autumn Leadership Event! The Autumn Leadership Event for Rostered Ministers will be held October 9-11,...
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Aug 22
Equipping Leaders for Mission and Ministry
On June 28, the Equipping Leaders for Mission and Ministry Board of Governors thoughtfully and prayerfully agreed that Equipping Leaders...
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Jul 22
Synod Office Information
Bishop Satterlee and the Synod Staff are excited to announce the new location of the Synod Office! The North/West Lower Michigan Synod's...
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