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SUMMARY:Winter Wellness - Synod Connection Day
DESCRIPTION:ALL are invited to our first-ever Synod Connection Day – a time for fun\, worship\, learning and fellowship! Come for as much as you’re able and choose the activities that interest you. \n  \nThursday\, January 22 \nOutdoor Evening at Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park \n6:00PM – Luge**\, skate\, snowshoe or cross-country ski at the Winter Sports Park \n**Please note that the luge activity costs $35 – RSVP will need to be in by January 10 \nIndoor Evening Option \n6:00PM – Worship at Frist Lutheran Church\, North Muskegon\, followed by a trivia night\, dinner at 7pm \n  \nFriday\, January 23 \n9:00AM – Morning worship followed by a Learning Session on Faith and Art \nEarly lunch on your own \n12:00PM – Afternoon visit to the Muskegon Museum of Art ($12) \nA time of cake\, coffee and conversation will be available after the art museum\, hosted by Pastor Bill Utrecht at his home. \n  \nLodging: Shoreline Inn – 750 Terrace Point Rd\, Muskegon\, MI 49440. Home stays with local Lutherans will also be available. Stony Lake Camp has graciously offered a stay at their Redpine cabin for the night ($50 cost\, 7 male bunks and 7 female bunks\, bathroom/showers in suite\, first come first serve). Please reach out to Shannan at communication@mittensynod.org for more information. \n  \nRSVP Here \nCome connect\, recharge and enjoy winter together! We hope to see you there! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/winter-wellness-synod-connection-day/
LOCATION:Muskegon\, MI
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SUMMARY:Extravaganza!
DESCRIPTION:Have you head of the Extravaganza? It’s the ELCA’s annual conference for those who engage with children\, youth\, families and young adults in ministry! This year\, our incredible slate of workshops and mainstage speakers include Rev. Joseph Yoo\, Dr. Andy Root\, Rev. Mike Ward\, Dr. Karoline Lewis\, Rev. Dr. Amy Lindeman Allen and so many more. This conference is for volunteers\, paid lay staff\, rostered leaders\, and bishops because young people in the church matter to everyone. \nFor additional information\, or if you have questions\, please contact Pastor Megan Floyd at Faith Lutheran in Okemos. Pastor Megan serves on the Network’s Learning Team\, and she’d love for you to join them in St. Louis\, MO at the Extravaganza! \npastormegan@faithlutheranokemos.org
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/extravaganza/
LOCATION:Hyatt\, St. Louis
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
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SUMMARY:Youth Working Retreat | Living Water Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Youth Workers are invited to step away for a weekend of rest\, renewal and connection at Living Water Ministries. This retreat is designed to nurture your spirit\, strengthen community with fellow youth workers\, and provide space to share resources and ideas for ministry. \n  \n📆February 26-28\, 2026 \n📍Stony Lake Camp \n💸$95 Cost \n  \nCome be refreshed in Christian community and return to your ministry renewed in faith and purpose. \n  \nTo register\, visit www.elcalivingwater.com
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/youth-working-retreat-living-water-ministries/
LOCATION:Stony Lake Camp\, 7898 W Stony Lake Rd\, New Era\, MI\, 49446\, United States
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SUMMARY:Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Please visit the Synod Assembly Web page for up-to-date information.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-assembly-2/
LOCATION:Prince of Peace\, 1747 West Milham Avenue\, Portage\, MI\, 49024\, United States
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SUMMARY:ALL IN: Free Relational Ministry Training
DESCRIPTION:  \nNWLM and SEMI synods invite you to a relational ministry training event on August 15 at University Lutheran in East Lansing from 10 am to 5 pm. This training is being facilitated by the Relational Leadership Collaborative\, formally known as Peer Ministry. This event is perfect for ministry leaders\, volunteers\, parents\, and anyone who wants to grow their relational skills. \nDue to the generosity of our synods\, this event is being offered for free. Lunch will be provided. \n  \n📅August 15\, 2026 \n⏰ 10:00am — 5:00pm \n📍University Lutheran Church: 1020 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, MI 48823 \n📝Registration Here: RLC All in Training Aug 15 Registration
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/all-in-free-relational-ministry-training/
LOCATION:University Lutheran Church\, 1020 South Harrison Rd \, East Lansing \, MI\, 48823\, United States
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SUMMARY:Continuing Education Opportunity: Soul Shop for Leaders
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a FREE continuing education opportunity for all leaders (rostered & non-rostered) within the NWLM Synod. This one-day workshop focuses on equipping faith community leaders and congregations with the tools and knowledge to effectively minister to individuals and families impacted by suicide\, offering compassionate support\, guidance\, and hope. We’re hosting the same event twice\, giving you the flexibility to choose the date and location that works best for your schedule – please only register for one day. Lunch\, snacks and beverages provided. \n  \n📅August 18\, 2026 \n📍Faith Lutheran Church (2740 Fuller Ave. NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49505) \n⏰8:30am – 4:30pm \n💵 $15 \n📝 Register Here: Soul Shop Training: Leaders of the NWL Mitten Synod
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/continuing-education-opportunity-soul-shop-for-leaders/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran Church\, Grand Rapids\, 2740 Fuller Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49505\, United States
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SUMMARY:Continuing Education Opportunity: Soul Shop for Leaders
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a FREE continuing education opportunity for all leaders (rostered & non-rostered) within the NWLM Synod. This one-day workshop focuses on equipping faith community leaders and congregations with the tools and knowledge to effectively minister to individuals and families impacted by suicide\, offering compassionate support\, guidance\, and hope. We’re hosting the same event twice\, giving you the flexibility to choose the date and location that works best for your schedule – please only register for one day. Lunch\, snacks and beverages provided. \n  \n📅August 26\, 2026 \n📍Messiah Lutheran Church (501 S. Catherine St.\, Bay City\, MI 48706) \n⏰8:30am – 4:30pm \n💵 $15 \n📝 Register Here: Soul Shop Training: Leaders of the NWL Mitten Synod
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/continuing-education-opportunity-soul-shop-for-leaders-2/
LOCATION:Messiah Lutheran Church\, Bay City\, 501 S. Catherine St.\, Bay City\, MI\, 48706\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
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SUMMARY:Fall Connection Days! Sep. 11-12\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nExperience the beauty of northern Michigan at this fall’s Synod Connect Day\, hosted by the Grand Traverse Conference on Saturday\, September 12! Enjoy a day of faith\, fellowship\, and fresh air as you explore the scenic Leelanau TART Trail by bike or take a relaxing\, guided vehicle tour through the picturesque backroads of Leelanau County. \nThe day includes worship\, a BBQ lunch at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Suttons Bay\, and a hayride through a working apple orchard\, with time afterward to enjoy the beach\, local shops\, or gather with friends at Hop Lot. Participants are also invited to arrive on Friday\, September 11\, for evening worship. Optional overnight lodging aside from local hotels will include home-stays\, overnight RV Parking at Bethlehem (no hookups)\, and an old-school sleepover in Bethlehem’s fellowship hall. \nThanks to generous sponsors\, the event is free to attend\, with discounted e-bike rentals available for just $50. Whether you’re cycling\, sightseeing\, or simply enjoying the fellowship\, there’s something for everyone at this memorable fall connection day. \nRegister Here: Fall Synod Connection Days \nFor More Information: FallConnectDays2026INFO.pdf \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/fall-connection-days-sep-11-12-2026/
LOCATION:Bethlehem Lutheran Traverse City\, 1050 Peninsula Dr\,  Traverse City\, MI\, 49686\, United States
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