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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240511
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SUMMARY:2024 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Jesus names us “the salt of the earth” and “the light of the world\,” and compares the kingdom of heaven or reign of God to “leaven” (Matthew 5:13–16; 13:33). \nAt the 2024 Synod Assembly\, the North/West Lower Michigan Synod will celebrate ways our congregations are ”salt of the earth\,” “light of the world\,” and “leaven” of the kingdom in ways large and small as we prayerfully participate in Jesus’s own work of reconciling the world to God’s very self. \nThe 2024 Synod Assembly will be held virtually via Zoom on May 11\, 2024. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/2024-synod-assembly/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240318T193742Z
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SUMMARY:Wartburg Seminary Land Acknowledgement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wartburg Seminary will be hosting a Land Acknowledgement Workshop on Monday\, April 22\, 2024 from 12:30pm-1:30pm ET and 7:30-8:30pm ET. Join either session. \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn from Wartburg’s process how to move toward creating and living out a land acknowledgement in your congregation. \nJoin on Zoom.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/wartburg-seminary-land-acknowledgement-workshop/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240131T225218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T225218Z
UID:6592-1713225600-1713311999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating Generous Congregations: Spring Cohort
DESCRIPTION:How do we\, as communities of faith\, change our thinking on stewardship and generosity to meet the challenges of the moment? In partnership with the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving\, the ELCA is offering congregations the opportunity to reexamine their stewardship thinking and imagine ways to act on their findings in their communities. The six-week webinar “Cultivating Generous Congregations” will offer virtual cohort sessions where congregational leaders can discuss\, dissect and collaborate on how generosity might work in their contexts. The webinar costs $550 per congregation\, plus workbooks ($40 each). \nFor a deeper look at what the webinar entails\, watch this brief “Cultivating Generous Congregations” video. \nPlease contact the Rev. Larry Strenge (Larry.Strenge@elca.org) and the Rev. Tim Brown (Tim.Brown@elca.org) if you’re interested in participating! They will work with your synod to get you registered for the spring cohort.\n“Cultivating Generous Congregations”\nSpring 2024\n6-7:30 p.m. ET\nTuesdays\, April 16–May 21
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/cultivating-generous-congregations-spring-cohort/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240314T191900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T191900Z
UID:6642-1712793600-1712966399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Trinity Seminary 2024 Nelson W. Trout Lectures
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University will host the Nelson W. Trout Lectures on April 11-12\, 2024.  \nDr. Valerie Bridgeman\, Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Associate Professor of Homiletics and Hebrew Bible at the Methodist Theological School of Ohio will present on “Healing: Preaching Job.” \nThe Trout Lectures are free and open to the public.  \nLearn more and register: https://bit.ly/3v8ptA3 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/trinity-seminary-2024-nelson-w-trout-lectures/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240408
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240223T234337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T234337Z
UID:6639-1712448000-1712534399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:LSTC Learning Event: Liturgy and the Natural World
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) will be hosting a four-part learning event on “Liturgy and the Natural World\,” led by Dr. Benjamin Stewart. This event will be held April 7 – May 10 (multiple dates available). \nIn the series\, Dr. Stewart will explore the intersection of nature and liturgy. The sessions will delve into the cosmic choir of the universe\, the rituals of sunrise and sunset\, the sacraments of baptism and communion\, and the theology and spirituality of green funeral practices. This series aims to reimagine our communal liturgies and daily rituals in the context of our ecological responsibilities. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/lstc-learning-event-liturgy-and-the-natural-world/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240404
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240325T173025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T173025Z
UID:6688-1712102400-1712188799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Zoom Meeting: ELCA Youth Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Those leading groups to the Gathering are invited to join Pastor Dan Schewe for a Zoom meeting on Wednesday April 3\, 2024 at 7 pm ET. Pastor Dan will be going over important updates for leaders. Join Zoom Meeting. \nMeeting ID: 871 8566 8938 \nPasscode: 099423
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-zoom-meeting-elca-youth-gathering/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240315
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240131T232443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T232443Z
UID:6594-1710288000-1710460799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Trinity Lutheran Seminary: Nelson Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University will be hosting the Nelson Lecture Series on March 13-14\, 2024 at Huntington Recital Hall Capital University. These events are free and open to the public! \nMarch 13 – 7:00pm ET  \n“Black and Twenty-Five in America.” with Jeremy Gillett  \nAuthor and creator of “Black and 25 in America\,” Jeremy shares a series of vignettes about the lives of young Black people in America and mobilizes audiences around the country towards empathy and compassion for humanity through stories that explore issues of race\, class\, gender\, and identity.  \nMarch 14 – 7:00pm ET \n“God With Us: Seeing God in people around the world.” with Jenny Sung  \nReverend Jenny Sung is an ordained #FreeRangePastor with the ELCA. She has been preaching\, writing\, and curating spaces worldwide for healing through brave love and community art. Rev. Sung’s passion for art comes from her many years as a professional modern dancer\, founder\, and co-director of One Dance Company in the Twin Cities. \n  \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/trinity-lutheran-seminary-nelson-lecture-series/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240308
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240131T224758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T224758Z
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SUMMARY:Deepening Our Relationship With the Spirituality of Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:The ELCA Christian Community and Leadership team\, in partnership with the congregation and synod mission support team\, invites mission developers and leaders of new ministries to a one-day\, online empowerment event on March 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. \nDesigned to bolster our courage and pastoral leadership for expanding partnerships\, cultivating donors and funding ministry\, this event will be packed with insightful exercises and engagement activities. Bring a team from your ministry setting! Seats are limited\, so register promptly to reserve yours. Register now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/deepening-our-relationship-with-the-spirituality-of-fundraising/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240213
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240131T223154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T223154Z
UID:6588-1707696000-1707782399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Constructing a Year-round Stewardship Calendar
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, February 12\, the Rev. Tim Brown\, ELCA director for congregational stewardship support\, will lead a webinar on how you can take something as intimidating as the calendar year and slowly break it up into manageable pieces around which a year-round stewardship initiative can form. \n“Constructing a Year-round Stewardship Calendar”\nFebruary 12\, 2024\n7:30-8:30 p.m. ET\nJoin Zoom Meeting \nMeeting ID: 839 7738 2946\nPasscode: 134156
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/constructing-a-year-round-stewardship-calendar/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240122T182405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T182405Z
UID:6574-1706054400-1706140799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Webinar: Voices of Faith in Climate Action
DESCRIPTION:On January 24 from 3:00-4:00pm ET\, ELCA Advocacy will be hosting “Voices of Faith in Climate Action\,” a webinar featuring the six leaders from the ELCA who were part of the UN Conference of Parties (COP28) and contributed to the dialogue with world leaders as they debated strategies and ambitions to effectively tackle the climate crisis. Register Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-webinar-voices-of-faith-in-climate-action/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240119
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20231212T174838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T174906Z
UID:6539-1705536000-1705622399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Congregational Financial Wellness Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Have you wondered if your congregational financial systems and policies were up to date and meeting the standards for excellence? The ELCA has free resources for helping congregations assess their financial wellness. \nSteve Oelschlager – Congregational Assessment Research Coordinator will do a one-hour introduction to this resource and how to use it\, exclusively for the North/West Lower Michigan Synod. \nThe Congregational Financial Assessment identifies 21 healthy financial practices from five key areas: Accounting\, Finance\, Human Resources\, Risk Management\, and Stewardship. Each healthy financial practice (accessible online at resourcefulservants.org/congregations) includes resources intended to help carry out that practice\, along with an invitation to assess whether your congregation’s current proficiency in the practice is excellent\, in need of improvement or nonexistent. \nThis seminar will be held via Zoom on January 18\, 2024 at 7:00pm ET. \nWho should attend? \n\nRostered Ministers\nChurch Council Members\nTreasurers\nFinancial Secretaries\nBookkeepers\nFinance Committee Members\nBudget Committee Members\nPersonnel Committee Members\nEndowment Committee members\nAnyone Interested\n\nPlease complete the registration form by January 15\, 2024. Register Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/congregational-financial-wellness-seminar/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240117
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20240104T173243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T173243Z
UID:6556-1705363200-1705449599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Study Curriculum on Civic Life and Faith
DESCRIPTION:Pastor Bill Utrecht and Pastor Ellen Schoepf will lead the ELCA Study Curriculum on Civic Life and Faith beginning on January 16\, 2024 at 11:00am ET. This six-week study will be held in-person at First Lutheran Church in Muskegon and on Zoom.  \nThe study curriculum was created by the ELCA’s Task Force on Civic Life and Faith as a step towards development of a social teaching statement. It invites participants to delve into the nature of politics\, the meaning of the Scriptures\, the purpose of government\, the responsibility of congregations and church-related organizations\, First Amendment issues\, the relationship of faith based living and civic life\, connections between worship life and serving neighbor in society\, the nature of citizenship\, and other relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in participating in this class via Zoom\, contact Pastor Ellen Schoepf to receive the link.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-study-curriculum-on-civic-life-and-faith/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240117
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20231214T223955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T223955Z
UID:6548-1705363200-1705449599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Adult Theological Education: Six Women from Church History that You Need to Know About
DESCRIPTION:The North/West Lower Michigan Synod announces the next session of our Adult Theological Education program: Six Women from Church History that You Need to Know About. Join the Rev. Dr. Joy Schroeder for a six-week study of Christian women through the ages starting on January 16\, 2024! \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/adult-theological-education-six-women-from-church-history-that-you-need-to-know-about/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240114
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20231218T172140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T172140Z
UID:6553-1705104000-1705190399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Ministry in Daily Life with Dr. Craig Nessan
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Ministry in Daily Life with Dr. Craig Nessan \nSaturday\, January 13\, 9:30 am – Noon\nBethlehem Lutheran Church\, Lansing \nThis free workshop\, for all church members interested in the health and revitalization of our congregations\, introduces a new paradigm for congregational identity and mission that centers on the formation and sending of the Christian people. The purpose of the Life of Faith initiative is to stir up a culture change that frees us to make the service by the baptized in the arenas of daily life the central focus of the church’s mission. The workshop will provide theological foundation and practical next steps to promote this transformation. \nLearn More. \nRegister Now. 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/empowering-ministry-in-daily-life-with-dr-craig-nessan/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240112
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230822T183941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T183941Z
UID:6410-1704931200-1705017599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Boundary Training for Rostered Ministers
DESCRIPTION:The North/West Lower Michigan Synod will be offering Boundary Training as a four part series via Zoom. These 1-hour sessions will be held on Thursdays at 11am ET on January 11\, 18\, 25\, and February 1\, 2024. Participants are expected to attend all four sessions. \nWe are privileged that Barbara Keller\, the Misconduct Prevention Director for the ELCA\, will be the presenter for the initial session on January 11. Pastor David Sprang and Pastor Rosanne Anderson will lead the other three sessions.  \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/boundary-training-for-rostered-ministers-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231128
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20231113T171757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T173658Z
UID:6500-1701043200-1701129599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Webinar: Learn to Construct a Narrative Budget for Your Community: Step by Step
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, November 27\, the Rev. Tim Brown\, ELCA director of congregational stewardship\, will lead a webinar going step by step through how to create a narrative budget. Bring your current (2023) budget and pieces of your projected (2024) budget\, and get ready to do some work in real time to start the narrative budget process. Over the course of 45 minutes (with plenty of time for questions)\, this webinar will prepare you to present a narrative budget for your next annual meeting. Pastors\, council members\, stewardship teams and all other interested parties are welcome to attend. \nNarrative Budget Step by Step\nMonday\, Nov. 27\n6:30-7:30 p.m. Central time \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nMeeting ID: 813 1042 0337\nPasscode: 327160
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-webinar-learn-to-construct-a-narrative-budget-for-your-community-step-by-step/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230928T154319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T154319Z
UID:6465-1698278400-1698364799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Solar Faithful Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Synod’s Environmental Stewardship Task Force on Thursday\, October 26 at 7:00pm ET to learn about Solar Faithful and how your congregation can install clean\, renewable solar power and do your part to mitigate the worst impacts of climate change\, while saving money on your utility bills. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/solar-faithful-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230314T224228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T194525Z
UID:6207-1698105600-1698191999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Adult Theological Education: Luther's Small Catechism for Adults
DESCRIPTION:When Luther wrote that familiar question\, “What does this mean?” he meant it! He wanted Christians to understand their faith and to see how God was at work in their lives\, in the church\, and in the world.\n\n \n\nJoin the Rev. Dr. Kit Kleinhans\, Dean of Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University\, for a six-week study of Luther’s catechisms. Let’s dig deep into what God means for us!\n\n \n\nThe class will meet on six consecutive Tuesday evenings: October 24\, 31\, November 7\, 14\, 21\, 28 from 7:00 – 8:15pm ET. This course is open to all adults\, both laypeople and rostered ministers\, and is free of charge. Sessions will be recorded and available to registered participants. Registration is required and will close on October 19\, 2023.\n\nLearn more and Register.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/adult-theological-education-luthers-small-catechism-for-adults/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230522T190338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T190338Z
UID:6311-1698019200-1698364799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Ecumenical Community of Michigan 2023 Fall Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Ecumenical Community of Michigan will host a fall retreat\, “Know the Other and Know Ourselves: Prayerful Listening Across our Differences\,” on October 23-26\, 2023. This retreat will be led by The Rev. Margaret R. Rose\, Deputy for Ecumenical and Inter-religious Relations for The Episcopal Church. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/ecumenical-community-of-michigan-2023-fall-retreat/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231019
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230220T165639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T165720Z
UID:6161-1697414400-1697673599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:My Burden is Light Preaching Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Bishop Satterlee for a preaching retreat centered on his new book\, My Burden Is Light: Making Room for Jesus in Preaching. This in-person retreat will be held October 16-18\, 2023 and is an opportunity to discuss the book and to intentionally reflect on both our preaching and our relationship with Jesus. \nLike the book\, the retreat’s primary audience is pastors and deacons and will therefore include conversation about ordination. With this understanding\, lay preachers and listeners who care about preaching are welcome to attend. Bishops are also warmly invited. \nThis retreat is in-person and will not be live-streamed or recorded. Bishop Satterlee intends to provide other opportunities for conversation via Zoom. \nRetreat Information \nMonday\, October 16 – Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023\nBethany House\, St. Francis Retreat Center.\, Dewitt\, Michigan\n$180 – Fee covers food and lodging \nFinancial assistance is available for seminarians\, pastors and deacons of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod. Because of limited funds\, priority will be given to pastors and deacons under call and seminarians who have completed a preaching class. If you would like to request financial assistance\, please email communications@mittensynod.org. \nThe retreat is possible because of a generous gift from Ms. Christine Allen\, former secretary of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod. \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/my-burden-is-light-preaching-retreat/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231017
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230804T205753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T162335Z
UID:6385-1697414400-1697500799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:World Food Day
DESCRIPTION:World Food Day is October 16\, and this year World Food Sunday is October 15. \nWorld Food Day is one of the most celebrated days of the United Nations calendar. It promotes worldwide awareness of hunger and promote action for the future of food\, people\, and the planet. Learn more. \nOur synod’s Hunger Team will be sending out worship and preaching resources for World Food Day soon!
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/world-food-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231013
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20231006T184301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T184301Z
UID:6472-1697068800-1697155199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Beautiful\, Broken\, Blessed: World Faith Traditions and the Experience of People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:What is the experience of people with disabilities as they encounter religious\, religious institutions\, faith traditions\, practices\, and spirituality? Does it matter if the doors are to the Temple? Mosque? Church? or Sky? \nJoin Emmanuel Lutheran Church (Bakersfield\, CA) for a panel discussion on October 12\, 2023 at 7:00pm PT (10:00pm ET). The discussion will be held via Zoom and will feature panelists representing a range of faith traditions. Register Now. \nPanelists: \nThe Rev. Craig Alan Satterlee\, Ph.D.\, Bishop\, North/West Lower Michigan Synod \nDr. Shaheer Afar\, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies\, CSUB \nAlan Salazar\, a Chumash & Tataviam tribe elder \nRabbi Jonathan Klei\, Temple Beth El \nLearn More. \nRegister. \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/beautiful-broken-blessed-world-faith-traditions-and-the-experience-of-people-with-disabilities/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230925
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230804T204458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T204458Z
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SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope in Christ
DESCRIPTION:Join Samuel Brink and Pastor Bruce Thorsen for a five-week study focusing on resources that educate and deepen cultural competency regarding racial equity\, our indigenous neighbors\, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Together we will navigate media and text sources and engage in weekly group discussion as we seek greater awareness and deeper understanding of these groups. The material for each week invites dialogue surrounding historical perspectives\, contemporary realities\, and implications for future action and advocacy. \nThis study will be held via Zoom on Sundays from 4:00-5:00pm ET. It will run for five weeks from September 24 – October 22\, 2023. This is an extension of the 2023 Lenten Kaleidoscope Challenge that was done in Northern Great Lakes Synod. Each week of the study is grounded in our Christian faith and Lutheran tradition. \nLearn more and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/kaleidoscope-in-christ/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230919
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230301T160126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T160126Z
UID:6174-1694908800-1695081599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:You Are Witnesses of These Things Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Bishop Craig Alan Satterlee and Pastor David Sprang September 17-18\, 2023 for a retreat centered on the book You Are Witnesses of These Things: Sharing the Story of Jesus! Experience the joy and fun in sharing the story of Jesus for no reason other than Jesus is such life-giving good news.\n\n \n\nLearn More
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/you-are-witnesses-of-these-things-retreat/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230913
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230314T224025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T224025Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Autumn Leadership Event for Rostered Ministers
DESCRIPTION:The North/West Lower Michigan Synod’s 2023 Autumn Leadership Event for Rostered Minsters will be held at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church\, Grand Rapids on September 12. \nThe theme of the event will be “Sharing the Story of Jesus with Youth and Young Adults” and will feature presentations from Jake Mulder of the Fuller Youth Institute\, who is the author of the book Growing Young. \n\nMore information is coming soon!
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/2023-autumn-leadership-event-for-rostered-ministers/
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SUMMARY:"God's work. Our hands" Sunday 2023
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for Sunday\, September 10\, 2023 when congregations of the ELCA will join together for “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday\, our annual day of service.\n\n \n\nThis year marks the 10th anniversary of “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday! “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday began in 2013 in connection with the ELCA’s 25th anniversary. It continues to be an opportunity to celebrate who we are as the ELCA — one church\, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor.  ELCA congregations participate in acts of service every day.\n\n \n\nThis day of service is an extension of the work you already do to make your community a better place. Consider expanding your day of service this year by inviting a friend\, partnering with a neighbor congregation or serving in collaboration with a local community group or event.\n\n \n\nIf your congregation cannot participate on September 10\, you are welcome and encouraged to pick an alternate date that suits your schedule.\n\n \n\nVisit ELCA.org/DayofService for updates and resources.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/gods-work-our-hands-sunday-2023/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230907
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
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SUMMARY:ELCA Youth Gathering Informational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the ELCA Youth Gathering opens on September 15. Our synod champion Pastor Dan Schewe invites you to join him for a conversation about all things Youth Gathering and registration on September 6\, 2023 at 8 pm ET on Zoom. \nJoin Zoom Meeting
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-youth-gathering-informational-meeting/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230901
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230731T174456Z
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SUMMARY:ELCA Vital Congregations Training - Part 2 (Fall 2023)
DESCRIPTION:Is your congregation ready for a follow-up to ELCA Vital Congregations Training\, Part 1? Have you taken some of the learning from that first training and put it into practice in your congregation? Has your congregation developed some next steps and are they beginning to live into revitalization and renewal? Are you seeking more training to move deeper into congregational transformation? Then\, you are invited to attend the 2023 Fall Session of the ELCA Vital Congregations Training\, Part 2. \nThis is a fast paced co-creative and co-experimental training facilitated by leaders with steep experience in redeveloping congregations as well as added guest presenters from a variety of settings with a wealth of knowledge. This training will build on the previous training of being expectant of the Holy Spirit\, focusing on Jesus and justice; living as disciples of Jesus; multiplying leaders who are young\, diverse and bring fresh insights; and aligning with purpose and core values. Focused on evangelism\, this training will equip participants to identify and share their faith stories\, recognize opportunities to share their faith\, move into spaces and places that offer the development of new relationships\, and become more comfortable with inviting people to come and see Jesus. \nThis will be a four-session training. The training sessions will be held two times per day from 1:30-3:00 p.m. (eastern time) and from 7:30-9:00 p.m. (eastern time) on Thursdays August 31st\, September 14th\, September 28th and October 5th. You may choose the best time each day that works for you. All sessions will be recorded and available to all registered participants. Pastors and congregations are encouraged to come as teams of 3–5 people for a time of inspiration\, learning\, planning\, sharing\, experimenting\, visioning\, and implementing. NOTE: This training is for people who have already attended a previous ELCA Vital Congregations Training. \nFor more information\, please contact Pastor David Sprang\, Assistant to the Bishop and Director for Evangelical Mission at davidsprang@mittensynod.org. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-vital-congregations-training-part-2-fall-2023/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230822
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230713T181110Z
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SUMMARY:ELCA Stewardship Webinar: “Stewardship When Economics Are Uncertain”
DESCRIPTION:The economy has been unpredictable as we slowly emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. Unemployment remains low\, yet interest rates have jumped considerably\, and with three very public bank failures this year\, people are being more cautious with their resources. How can we talk about stewardship and money in a way that is honest and honors uncertain economic times?  \nOn August 21\, the ELCA in partnership with the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving\, will host a webinar geared toward helping leaders talk openly\, honestly and inspirationally about stewardship and generosity\, even in uncertain times. The webinar will be held via Zoom from 7-8pm ET and will led by the Rev. Meredith McNabb and the Rev. Tim Brown.  \nZoom Information: Zoom Link (active on August 21)
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-stewardship-webinar-stewardship-when-economics-are-uncertain/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230818
DTSTAMP:20260819T154325
CREATED:20230724T183557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T183557Z
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Faith Community Nurse Association Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran Faith Community Nurse Association will be hosting a workshop on documentation for Faith Community Nursing and Health Leaders. This workshop will be held on August 17\, 2023. Learn More and Register.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/lutheran-faith-community-nurse-association-workshop/
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