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SUMMARY:2025 Nelson W. Trout Lectures
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University announces the 2025 Nelson W. Trout Lectures! \nThis year’s lectures will be held April 3-4\, 2025 and will feature presentations from The Rev. Dr. Teresa L. Smallwood and The Rev. Dr. James Thomas. \nLearn more and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/2025-nelson-w-trout-lectures/
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SUMMARY:Signs Along the Way: Discernment Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Signs Along the Way\nPacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (PLTS) Discernment Weekend\nApril 4-6\, 2025 \nAre you wondering if seminary might be right for you? Consider joining Signs Along the Way at PLTS in Berkeley\, California to connect with others in discernment\, get to know PLTS faculty\, and explore what it’s like to be an online student in the MDiv\, MA in Spirituality and Social Change\, or Lutheran Year programs. PLTS is transitioning to only offer online study with in-person intensives\, so this weekend is designed for those interested in online learning. PLTS covers lodging and meals during the event and can offer some travel assistance for those who need it. Visit plts.edu/signs to learn more.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/signs-along-the-way-discernment-retreat/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250410
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SUMMARY:Exploring Diaconal Ministry in the ELCA
DESCRIPTION:The Seminaries of the ELCA and Deacons Krista Anderson and Beth Anderson will host a Fireside Chat via Zoom on April 10\, 2025 from 8:00-9:15pm ET. The conversation will explore the in’s and out’s of Diaconal Ministry in the ELCA. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/exploring-diaconal-ministry-in-the-elca/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:Chrism Mass for Rostered Ministers
DESCRIPTION:Rostered ministers are invited to join Bishop Satterlee for a Chrism Mass with a renewal of ordination vows at St. Peter\, Battle Creek on Monday\, April 14 at 11:00am. Lunch will follow.  \nSt. Peter Lutheran Church\n1079 Riverside Drive\nBattle Creek\, MI 49015 \nIf you’re planning to attend\, please email Pastor Ed Ruble.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/chrism-mass-for-rostered-ministers/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
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SUMMARY:End Gun Violence Michigan Spring 2025 Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:End Gun Violence Michigan & Moms Demand Action will host a lobby day on April 22\, 2025 in Lansing\, MI. \nParticipants will be meeting with legislators to demand change\, rallying at the Capitol\, and building power for the movement. \nThe focus will be on a number of important issues\, including ghost guns\, bump stocks\, gun dealer licensing\, and funding for gun violence prevention. \nNever attended a lobby day before? No problem! End Gun Violence Michigan will provide extensive training. There are many roles to fill\, from speaking with legislators to taking notes to simply being an observer from the district. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/end-gun-violence-michigan-spring-2025-lobby-day/
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SUMMARY:2025 Spring WELCA Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Spring Gathering our the North/West Lower Michigan Synod’s Women of the ELCA (WELCA) will be held April 26\, 2025 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Reed City\, MI under the theme “Restore Unto Me the Joy of Thy Salvation” (Psalm 51:12). \nCome join us for an uplifting day of fellowship and growing in Christ and exploring how we can encourage one another in every situation. Carol McKernan from the House of Hope will discuss her work helping women coming out of prison adjust to “outside living. She is an inspiration to all who meet her. We encourage you to bring an offering of in-kind gifts of toiletries for women. We look forward to this time of fellowship and renewing of friendships between churches in our region! \nWHERE: St. Paul Lutheran Church\, 22275 4 Mile Rd.\, Reed City\, MI 49677 \nTIME: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Registration and refreshments begins at 9:30 a.m. \nSPEAKER: Carol McKernan from the House of Hope \nCOST: $10.00 payable at door. Call Judy O’Dell 231-349-2795 to register!
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/2025-spring-welca-gathering/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:ELCA Stewardship: Cultivating the Craft of Asking (Spring 2025)
DESCRIPTION:ELCA Stewardship: Cultivating the Craft of Asking\nJoin peers in interactive sessions to develop your skills and confidence in asking donors for financial support. Through the five online sessions\, you will learn techniques to help you deepen donor relationships to connect vision to mission while actively making progress on your own ministry goals — from a capital campaign to funding mission work. \nHosted by Bonnie Marden from MYTE Ministries\, this series of five online interactive webinars is sequential\, with action items to apply between each session. You will practice skills with support and accountability while growing in self-awareness about your personal leadership style. As with a carpenter\, practice hones our skills and reveals the spiritual dimension of one’s craft. This process transforms asking for money into a craft — and a vital part of ministry. \n“Cultivating the Craft of Asking”\nSpring 2025 Cohort\, Wednesdays\nApril 30\, May 14\, May 28\, June 11\, June 25\n11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Eastern time \nCost: $250 per participant\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-stewardship-cultivating-the-craft-of-asking-spring-2025/
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