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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221016
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SUMMARY:ELMM: Prophets Before the Exile
DESCRIPTION:Equipping Leaders for Mission and Ministry presents \nProphets Before the Exile with Professor George C. Heider. \nThis event will be held October 14-15\, 2022. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elmm-prophets-before-the-exile/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221014
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220606T143728Z
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SUMMARY:Beholding God in Creation: Ecumenical Community of Michigan Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Ecumenical Community of Michigan (ECM)\, formerly LARC\, will be holding a retreat October 10-13\, 2022 at the Augustine Center of the Sacramentine Monastery in Conway\, MI. \nThe retreat will be centered on the theme “Beholding God in Creation” and will be led by Brother Mike Whitman\, a Roman Catholic contemplative who has lived a monastic life in the Carmelite tradition for the last 47 years. \nLearn More and Register.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/beholding-got-in-creation-ecumenical-community-of-michigan-retreat/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221012
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220801T172929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T172929Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn Leadership Event
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the Autumn Leadership Event!  \nThe Autumn Leadership Event for Rostered Ministers will be held October 9-11\, 2022 at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Mt. Pleasant. The theme of the event is “Ministry in a Season of Trauma and Loss” and will feature presentations from Dr. Anna Madsen from OMG: Center for Theological Conversation and Dr. Kimberly Wagner from Princeton Theological Seminary. \nRegistration information coming soon! \n  \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/autumn-leadership-event-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221009
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220801T162436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T162436Z
UID:5772-1665014400-1665273599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Center of Addiction & Faith Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Center of Addiction & Faith will be hosting a conference: “Awakening Faith Communities to Address Addiction” on October 6-8\, 2022. This hybrid conference will be held in Bloomington\, MN and online. There will also be a pre-conference event for recovering clergy on October 4-6\, 2022 in Minnesota. Early Bird rates are available through August 31. Learn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/center-of-addiction-faith-fall-conference/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220925
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220816T151312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T151312Z
UID:5794-1663977600-1664063999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:WELCA Mini Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The North.West Lower Michigan Synod’s WELCA will be holding a Mini Retreat on September 24\, 2022. \nThe Mini Retreat will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Big Rapids\, MI from 9:30am – 4:00pm. \nPastor Sharon VanDam will be the guest speaker and the mini retreat will also include opportunities for fellowship\, bible study\, and worship. \nRegistration cost is $10 (payable at the door). Please RSVP to Ann Rundhaug at 231-938-1607 or prund@freeway.net. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/welca-mini-retreat/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220918
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220316T165444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T165444Z
UID:5560-1663286400-1663459199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELMM: Exodus\, Covenant\, and Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:Equipping Leaders for Mission and Ministry presents \nExodus\, Covenant\, and Wilderness with Professor Rachel Wrenn of Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University. \nThis event will be held September 16-17\, 2022. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elmm-exodus-covenant-and-wilderness/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220912
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220221T184217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T184217Z
UID:5535-1662854400-1662940799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:"God's work. Our hands." Sunday 2022
DESCRIPTION:“God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday is Sunday\, September 11\, 2022. \nThis day is an opportunity to celebrate who we are as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – one church\, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. \nService activities offer an opportunity for us to explore one of our most basic convictions as Lutherans: that all of life in Jesus Christ – every act of service\, in every daily calling\, in every corner of life – flows freely from a living\, daring confidence in God’s grace. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/gods-work-our-hands-sunday-2022/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220911
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220822T154209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T154209Z
UID:5815-1662768000-1662854399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Seminaries Virtual Discernment Event
DESCRIPTION:Are you or someone you know discerning a call to Seminary? The seven ELCA Seminaries are partnering together to offer a virtual discernment event on Saturday\, September 10 from 11am-3pm (Eastern time). The Registration deadline is September 6! \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-seminaries-virtual-discernment-event/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220813
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220221T184045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T184045Z
UID:5533-1659916800-1660348799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Churchwide Assembly 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Churchwide Assembly Planning Team has made the decision to convene voting members in-person for the 2022 ELCA Churchwide Assembly held in Columbus\, Ohio\, Aug. 8-12\, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. \nFor Churchwide Assembly COVID-19 related questions\, please visit the frequently asked questions page. \nThe ELCA Churchwide Assembly\, the primary decision-making body of the church\, is a process of communal spiritual discernment. When the ELCA Churchwide Assembly convenes\, its voting members meet with confidence in God’s grace around word and water\, wine and bread\, to carry on their work on behalf of the entire church. Over the course of the assembly\, voting members: \n\nHear reports and review the work of churchwide officers\, leaders and units;\nReceive and consider proposals from synod assemblies;\nElect officers\, board members and other leaders as specified by the constitution or bylaws;\nEstablish ELCA churchwide policy;\nWorship together;\nAdopt a budget; and\nConduct other business related to the ELCA churchwide organization.\n\nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-churchwide-assembly-2022/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220808
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220801T163711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T163711Z
UID:5774-1659830400-1659916799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Gun Violence in America Webinar
DESCRIPTION:What is the role of the faith communities in addressing gun violence? What factors have contributed to the rise in gun violence in the U.S. over the past years? What are faith communities and interfaith alliances doing\, and what can be done to prevent gun violence? Join Interfaith Round Table for this guided discussion. This event will be held via Zoom on August 7\, 2022 from 3:00-4:30pm. Learn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/gun-violence-in-america-webinar/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220729
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20210811T185208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220201T172324Z
UID:5234-1658620800-1659052799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: 2022 ELCA Youth Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Important Update:  \nAfter much prayer\, conversation and tears\, the ELCA has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2022 Gathering\, MYLE and the tAble due to the ongoing pandemic\, the recent COVID-19 surge and public health considerations. \nRegistered congregations can visit their registration accounts starting Monday\, February 7\, to select their desired refund option. Please log into your accounts before March 4. For more information and FAQs\, please visit elca.org/Gathering. \n  \nThe ELCA Youth Gathering for high school aged youth takes place every three years and is about faith formation\, worship\, study\, fellowship\, service\, and play. It is an opportunity for youth to engage with peers from across the United States and the world who share a common commitment and faith in Christ. \nThe 2022 ELCA Youth Gathering will be held July 24-28\, 2022\, in Minneapolis\, with the two pre-events\, the Multicultural Youth Leadership Event (MYLE) and the tAble\, scheduled for July 21-24\, 2022. \nOur Synod Coordinator\, Pastor Dan Schewe\, will be sending out resources and information as we prepare for the event. Sign up for emails and join the Facebook Group to stay informed! \nAdditional resources and information is available on the ELCA Youth Gathering Website: https://www.elca.org/YouthGathering/
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/2022-elca-youth-gathering/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220722
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220714T192849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T192849Z
UID:5740-1658361600-1658447999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:End Gun Violence Michigan: July Teach-In
DESCRIPTION:End Gun Violence Michigan is hosting a series of summer teach-ins\, trainings and actions. The first Teach-In will be held July 21\, 2022 from 7:00-8:00pm ET via Zoom. \nJuly Teach-In: Gun Violence in America & Michigan \nThis Zoom teach-in will focus on the state of gun violence in America (who is harmed and how)\, the recent landmark federal gun violence legislation\, the June Supreme Court decision striking down some gun laws\, and a plan of action for the fall to put pressure on our legislature. \nSpeakers will include US Congresswoman Debbie Dingell\, Dr. Patrick Carter\, Director of the University of Michigan Firearm Injury Prevention Institute\, Celeste Kanpurwala\, Michigan President\, Mom’s Demand Action for Gun Sense\, and more! \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/end-gun-violence-michigan-july-teach-in/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220701
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220627T183717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T183717Z
UID:5733-1656547200-1656633599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Rethinking Silence: A Tool for the Body\, the Mind\, and Sustaining Recovery
DESCRIPTION:The Center of Addiction & Faith is presenting a one-hour free webinar on June 30\, 2022\, at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET with a follow-up 30 minute Q&A Zoom discussion. \nTitle of Webinar:  Rethinking Silence: A Tool for the Body\, the Mind\, and Sustaining Recovery.    \nDescription: We live in a world of noise and constant movement\, but nearly all the world’s religions and wisdom traditions teach about the value and importance of silence.  Join Justin Zorn and Leigh Marz\, authors of “Golden: The Power of Silence in a World of Noise\,” as they invite us to rethink our definition of silence – not just the  absence of noise\, but as a presence that can bring us energy\, clarity and deeper connection. You’ll learn more about the science of why silence is essential for our bodies and minds\, and practical approaches to cultivating silence in your life. We will discuss how silence can be key to promoting and sustaining recovery in all its forms. \nRegister Now. 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/webinar-rethinking-silence-a-tool-for-the-body-the-mind-and-sustaining-recovery/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220622
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220509T221921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T220859Z
UID:5685-1655769600-1655855999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Energy Stewardship: Embracing the Sacredness of Creation!
DESCRIPTION:Energy Stewardship: Embracing the Sacredness of Creation!\nA Webinar\nTuesday\, June 21 from 8-9 pm \nEnergy stewardship is one way faith communities can put faith into action support the interconnected web of life and free up funds for their vital ministries. \nThe ELCA Social Statement “Caring for Creation: Vision\, Hope\, and Justice\,” adopted nearly 30 years ago\, offers a vision of God’s intention for creation and for humanity as creation’s caregivers. Current and future generations all deserve clean air\, clean water\, healthy communities\, and a stable climate. \n“Our Lord has written the promise of the resurrection not in books alone but in every leaf in springtime.” – Martin Luther \nPlease join the North/West Lower Michigan Synod ELCA and Michigan Interfaith Power & Light for a webinar to learn about ways your faith community can save energy\, save money\, and most importantly\, take further inspired steps to foster healing for our beleaguered\, beloved common home. All are welcome. \nIf you are interested in attending the webinar but are not available during the time the webinar is scheduled\, please register and you will be emailed a link to the recording. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/webinar-energy-stewardship-embracing-the-sacredness-of-creation/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220526
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220516T190518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T190518Z
UID:5700-1653350400-1653523199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Listening Events: ELCA Social Statement on Civics and Faith
DESCRIPTION:What is important to you when you think about government? What about how the church and the state relate to each other? \nAn ELCA task force is at work on a new social statement about civics and faith\, and it wants to hear from you. This social statement was requested by the 2019 ELCA Churchwide Assembly. A key piece of this process is hearing from ELCA members about their priorities and perspectives. \nSocial statements establish the basis for the ELCA’s public voice and policy decisions. They also serve as a teaching tool to help people discern and discuss their views on an issue. \nThis month you can connect directly with the task force to let them know what’s important to you! \nJoin members of the ELCA social statement task force for an ELCA-wide virtual listening event. The event will introduce what social statements are and how they’re developed. Then\, participants will have a chance to share with task force members directly in breakout groups. The main questions will be: What themes\, ideas or topics do you think the task force needs to talk about or consider for the social statement? What is important for the task force to consider in creating an effective social statement? \nThere are two opportunities to participate: \nTuesday\, May 24\, 7-8:15 p.m. CT \nWednesday\, May 25\, 7-8:15 p.m. CT \nRegister Now \nTo learn more about the social statement process\, visit elca.org/civicsandfaith. For more on our preexisting social statements and study materials\, including a new study guide on Faith\, Sexism\, and Justice: A Call to Action\, visit elca.org/socialstatements. \nIf you have any questions\, email civicsandfaith@elca.org.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/listening-events-elca-social-statement-on-civics-and-faith/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220515
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220221T183925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T183925Z
UID:5531-1652486400-1652572799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Assembly 2022
DESCRIPTION:After much prayer\, conversation\, and discernment from many perspectives\, the North/West Lower Michigan Synod’s Conference Deans and Executive Committee unanimously recommended and the members of Synod Council present at the February 2022 meeting unanimously decided that the 2022 Synod Assembly will be held virtually on Saturday\, May 14\, 2022 via Zoom. Read the full statement. \nSimilar to last year\, the 2022 Synod Assembly will be primarily business focused. Therefore\, only voting members will be able to register for and participate via Zoom. All non-voting members and visitors will be invited to watch the Synod Assembly via livestream on YouTube. \nAdditional updates and information are available on the Assembly page of the Synod’s website. Learn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-assembly-2022/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220508
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220418T155344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T155344Z
UID:5642-1651881600-1651967999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Seminaries Virtual Discernment Event 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Seminaries of the ELCA will be holding a virtual Discernment Event on May 7\, 2022 from 11:00am-4:00pm ET. \nThis virtual discernment event is aimed at those interested in learning more about the Call and attending Seminary. \nLearn More and Register. \nDownload Brochure.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-seminaries-virtual-discernment-event-2022/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220501
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220207T211330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T184405Z
UID:5491-1651276800-1651363199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: The End of Youth Ministry? with Dr. Andrew Root
DESCRIPTION:Due to low registration\, this event has been cancelled. \nOn April 30\, 2022\, Dr. Andrew Root\, Professor of Youth & Family Ministry at Luther Seminary\, will present on his new book\, The End of Youth Ministry? and discuss emerging models of youth leadership.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/the-end-of-youth-ministry-with-dr-andrew-root/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220429
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220418T160551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220418T160551Z
UID:5645-1651104000-1651190399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:The Association of Lutheran of Arab and Middle Eastern Heritage Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:April is Arab American Heritage Month! The Association of Lutheran of Arab and Middle Eastern Heritage (ALAMEH) is hosting an online celebration on Thursday\, April 28 at 7:00pm ET. This event will include a discussion of Arab American heritage in the US\, advocacy\, justice\, combating discrimination\, and more. The featured speakers are Samer Khalaf\, national president of the Arab American Anti-Discrimination Committee and Jonathan Kuttab\, executive director of Friends of Sabeel North America. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/the-association-of-lutheran-of-arab-and-middle-eastern-heritage-virtual-event/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220428
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220221T183450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T183450Z
UID:5529-1650844800-1651103999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2022
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Ecumenical Advocacy Days are centered around the topic “Fierce Urgency: Advancing Civil and Human Rights”. \nEcumenical Advocacy Days 2022 calls us into solidarity to restore\, protect\, and expand voting rights in the United States and to realize human rights around the world. As people of faith\, we know each person to be created in God’s image\, imbued with dignity and having a voice that demands to be heard\, heeded\, and treated justly. We arise in unity\, holding up a mirror to leaders of nations\, putting injustice on display and tearing down the veil of oppression that obscures the beautiful\, God-born light shining from within us all. \nThis virtual event will be held April 25-27\, 2022. \nLearn More and Register.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/ecumenical-advocacy-days-2022/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220428
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220124T202641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T155956Z
UID:5466-1650844800-1651103999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Institute of Liturgical Studies
DESCRIPTION:Institute of Liturgical Studies will be held April 25–27\, 2022 on the campus of Valparaiso University. Under the theme “Kyrie and Gloria in Liturgy and Life\,” this year’s plenaries\, seminars\, workshops\, and liturgies will explore: liturgy\, music and preaching in the midst of traumas\, tensions\, and trials; the nature and meaning of assembly; and creative opportunities that emerge during crisis and uncertainty. \nLearn More and Register.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/institute-of-liturgical-studies/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220423
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220424
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220214T231009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T162000Z
UID:5502-1650672000-1650758399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Holle Speaker Series: Rev. Jim Antal
DESCRIPTION:The Rev. Jim Antal\, a denominational leader\, climate activist\, author\, and public theologian\, will speak as part of the Holle Speaker Series on April 23\, 2022. \nRev. Dr. Jim Antal serves as Special Advisor on Climate Justice to the General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ. Antal’s book\, Climate Church\, Climate World\, was featured in the Chicago Tribune on Earth Day 2018\, and in Christian Century Magazine on Earth Day 2019. Antal received the 2019 Steward of Creation award from the National Religious Coalition for Creation Care\, joining the Rev. Dr. Gerald Durley and Prof. Katharine Hayhoe\, and previous awardees HAH Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew\, Bill McKibben\, the Sioux Nation\, James Hansen and Wendell Berry. \nFrom 2006-2018\, Antal led the 350 UCC churches in Massachusetts as their Conference Minister and President. Antal is a graduate of Princeton University\, Andover Newton Theological School\, and Yale Divinity School\, where he was Henri Nouwen‘s teaching assistant. In 2017\, Yale Divinity School honored him with the William Sloane Coffin Award for Peace and Justice. \nThis free event will be held from 9:30am-3:00pm on April 23\, 2022 at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos\, MI. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/hole-speaker-series-rev-jim-antal/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220403
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220328T153754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T153947Z
UID:5579-1648857600-1648943999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Lutheran Men in Mission Bold Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Men in Mission will be holding a their Spring Bold Gathering on April 2\, 2022. \nThis virtual event features six speakers: \n\n\n\nRev Robert Johnson – Have You Had Your Christian Checkup Lately? \nAngie Smith – “Journey Transformations” \nMark Lubbock – “God Gave YOU Something Important to Share” \nPastor Casey Wait – “How We Tell” \nPastor Joel Martyn – “Into the Wilderness\, Whether You Want To or Not” \nJulian Dismute – “Equip for Victory” \nLearn More. \nRegister.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/lutheran-men-in-mission-bold-gathering/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220322
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20220307T222829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T222829Z
UID:5551-1647820800-1647907199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:United Campus Christian Fellowship Open House
DESCRIPTION:United Campus Christian Fellowship (UCCF)\, is a new start in the ELCA. It is a multi-denominational\, inclusive campus ministry with student involvement on three campuses: Grand Valley State University\, Grand Rapids Community College\, and Kendall College of Art and Design. All are welcome to attend an open house on March 21\, 2022 from 5:00-7:00pm at Grand Rapids Trinity UMC to celebrate this new ministry and its denominational partnerships. \nLearn More and RSVP.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/united-campus-christian-fellowship-open-house/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220313
DTSTAMP:20260909T055122
CREATED:20211224T020037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211224T020037Z
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SUMMARY:ELMM: Genesis 12-50 and Our Faith Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:Genesis 12-50 and Our Faith Ancestors with Professor George Heider \nMarch 11-12\, 2022\nVia Zoom \nIf you were God\, what would you do next? We saw in the first five Bible stories that we humans tend to spoil our relationships and to spoil the world God created\, yet God does not give up on us. To break into this mess\, God begins to work through individual people to rebuild a world in harmony with God. \nThe stories of Genesis 12-50 begin with Abraham and his family. How do we live as faithful people of God? The story of Abraham points the way. \nSuppose you are 75 years old and are told to move your family and belongings hundreds of miles to a country you have never visited. This is what happens to Abram\, later to be renamed Abraham. God says move “to the land that I will show you\,” and he does (12:1-5). \nThis is the first remarkable thing about Abram. He simply does what God says\, trusting that God must have a plan in mind. This is one description of faith: to do what God asks us to do. Sometimes the word call is used: Abraham is “called” by God to leave everything\, pick up his family and move\, literally to God-knows-where. The first remarkable thing about Abram is his faithfulness. (Witness to the Word\, Augsburg Fortress\, 1991). \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elmm-genesis-12-50-and-our-faith-ancestors/
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SUMMARY:Boundary Training for Rostered Ministers
DESCRIPTION:Boundary Training is required every three years for all Rostered Ministers in the North/West Lower Michigan Synod. \nDue to COVID-19\, we will be offering Boundary Training as a four part series via Zoom. These 1-hour sessions will be held on Thursdays at 11am ET starting March 10 and ending March 31. 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 March 10. Bishop Satterlee\, Pastor David Sprang\, and Pastor Rosanne Anderson will be lead the other three sessions. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/boundary-training-for-rostered-ministers/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Social Justice
DESCRIPTION:The North/West Lower Michigan Synod and Justice Leaders Collaborative are partnering to provide an Introduction to Social Justice course to deepen our understanding and commitment to social justice in regard to race\, class\, gender\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and ability. \nThe course will be held via Zoom on Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm\, beginning March 1 and running through April 5\, 2022. The course will be open to anyone in the Synod who wishes to participate\, but is limited to 30 people. \nIf you are interested in participating in the Introduction to Social Justice Course\, please complete the registration form by February 21\, 2022. Register Now. \n  \nAs you consider participating in the upcoming course\, check out the following endorsements of the course from those who participated: \nI found the class to be very valuable in recognizing my own bias and the pervasiveness of all the “isms”. The experience in the group gave me a framework of how to initiate these conversations with parishioners and others. \nI appreciated the broad topics that were covered during this training – including understanding and key issues related to social identities\, racism\, classism\, sexism\, and privilege. I learned new information relative to topics I thought I understood at a high level that helped me with further discernment. \nThe Introduction to Social Justice course reminded me that being anti-racist is an ongoing process. There is no fixed finish line where I will completely “get it.” There will always be more that I can learn\, from the history of racism in this country\, to tactics to being anti-racist\, to the new ways racism presents itself in this country. \nJLC consistently challenged us with the thought of “how do we show up as Christians” in racial justice matters. \nThe material is informative and the breadth of issues extensive. Spending time in the sessions and with the material was a reminder for me that “social justice” is the work of self evaluation\, a willingness learn\, and to act\, no matter how long or deep I have already traveled the path. \nHaving participated in Anti-racism training with other organizations\, it was especially meaningful for me to gather with other church leaders for this purpose. We cannot be “God’s work. Our hands.” without committing to social change. Recognizing systemic racism and confessing our part in it are instrumental in being church.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/introduction-to-social-justice/
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SUMMARY:Region 6 Explore Ministry Event
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious where the Holy Spirit might be leading you? Are you feeling a sense of call to serve the church in a new way? Are you wondering about what it takes to become a public leader in the ELCA? If yes\, consider attending the Region 6 Explore Ministry Event to learn more about your calling and future ministry leadership. This event will held via Zoom on February 25-26\, 2022. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/region-6-explore-ministry-event-3/
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SUMMARY:ELCA College Readiness Webinar - Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Overview of Your College Search (in Spanish) \nFebruary 22\, 2022\, 8:00pm ET \nIt’s not too early to start thinking about college. Learn how to begin your college search\, better understand financial aid resources and strengthen your college application. You’ll have an opportunity to learn and ask questions of the experts. Register Now
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-college-readiness-webinar-spanish/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220217
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SUMMARY:ELCA College Readiness Webinar - College Search
DESCRIPTION:Starting Your Search \nFebruary 17\, 2022\, 8:00pm ET \nCollege may be a couple years away\, but it’s not too early to start thinking about what’s important to you! Learn from these experts about the different ways that people begin their college search and how to take advantage of online resources as well as resources from your school or church. Register Now
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-college-readiness-webinar-college-search/
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