Several conferences are holding hearings on the Draft Social Statement. Encourage members in your congregation to read the statement and send representatives to a hearing in your area. Attendees should bring their copy of the statement and be prepared to articulate comments and suggestions about the wording of the document. The task force published the […]
Synod Assembly 2018 May 20-22, 2018 The North/West Lower Michigan Synod Assembly will begin on Sunday May, 20 and run through Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at the Lansing Center and Radisson Hotel in Lansing, MI. Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will be the guest speaker. Learn More & Register.
Save the date for the second annual Pedal for a Purpose: Synod Hunger Bike Tour from May 30-June 3. This four day cycling tour in the Stony Lake Conference of our Synod is aimed at deepening awareness of World Hunger, challenging giving to ELCA World Hunger, and enhancing physical fitness. Pedal for a Purpose will begin and […]
Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled. Join us for A Day at Potter Park Zoo in Lansing! Rostered leaders (pastors & deacons) and their families are invited to a day of wellness. The event is provided by Portico Wellness dollars and will include your parking, admission to the zoo, and a picnic lunch at […]
Refuge Lansing Stories of resettlement in mid-Michigan Hosted by St Stephen Lutheran Church, Lansing MI Sunday, September 9 through Wednesday, September 12 Join us for Synod Eucharist on Wednesday, September 12, 11:30am. Stay for lunch (free-will offering to cover costs) and view the display and hear the presentation. RSVP requested – annstravros@mittensynod.org or 517-321-5066 […]
The Publicly Engaged Church Table is sponsoring an event discussing the works of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Moderated by Pastor Erick Johnson, this event will consist of a presentation, viewing of the video "Bonhoeffer" by Martin Doblmeier, and a Q&A session. Lunch will be provided. September 15, 2018 11:00am - 3:00pm Immanuel Lutheran Church 320 S. Bradley […]
Hebrews, James, and 1 Peter Dr. Walter Taylor, Trinity Lutheran Seminary As the Christian church continued to grow, it found itself in new witness settings that raised new questions. What does it mean to be faithful witnesses when enthusiasm is lagging, people are in need, or Christians are being rejected by their society? Hebrews, James […]
Ministry to Sick and Shut-In A learning event for lay leaders in the North/West Lower Michigan Synod led by Deacon Kathy Bonn and Pastor Erick Johnson Saturday, September 29, 2018, 9am-3pm St Stephen Lutheran Church, 2900 N Waverly Rd, Lansing MI 48906 To register, contact St Stephen Lutheran Church ~ office@ststephenonline.org or 517-321-2244. Some lay […]
Registration is now open for the 2018 Autumn Leadership Event hosted by the Southeast Michigan Synod! This year's event is focused on wholeness and well-being and will feature Deacon Tammy Devine from Portico Benefit Services. Registration will be processed through the Southeast Michigan Synod. If not registering online, please mail all forms to the Southeast Michigan Synod Office. Autumn Leadership Event October 15-17, […]
Register Now: October 23-25, 2018! This year's retreat is titled: "Memory & Hope: Ecumenical Dialogue Past to Future" and will be held October 23-15 at the Augustine Center of the Sacramentine Monastery in Conway, MI. The retreat leader will be the Rev. Alfred Baca, Executive Director of the Secretariat on Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs for the U.S. Conference […]
