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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170718
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SUMMARY:You Matter 2017
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for You Matter 2017! \nWe invite rostered leaders to save the date for our annual You Matter Day on Tuesday\, July 18\, 2017 at Faith Lutheran Church in Saginaw. Our special guest\, Bishop Michael Rinehart of the Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast Synod will share some work and wisdom on the gift and challenge of prayer. \nDownload Registration Form \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/you-matter-2017/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran Saginaw\, 4432 Mackinaw Rd\, Saginaw\, MI\, 48603\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170626
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20170620T204859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170620T204859Z
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther: The Reformer for Today's Christians
DESCRIPTION:Martin Luther: The Reformer for Today’s Christians\, a presentation by Dr. Kurt Hendel\, Bernard\, Fischer\, Westberg Distinguished Ministry Professor Emeritus of Reformation History at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago. \nThis event will take place on Sunday\, June 25 at Lebanon Lutheran Church in Whitehall at 3:30pm. A clergy event with Dr. Hendel will start at 2:00pm. A taco bar will be provided. Learn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/martin-luther-the-reformer-for-todays-christians/
LOCATION:Lebanon Lutheran Whitehall\, 1101 S Mears Ave\, Whitehall\, MI\, 49461\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170618
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20170131T015231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170131T015231Z
UID:2256-1497657600-1497743999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Lutherans Always Reforming: A Day of Social Change Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The Publicly Engaged Church Committee of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod will be hosting a day-long educational event on Saturday\, June 17\, at University Lutheran Church in East Lansing. \nThis event\, billed as Lutherans Always Reforming: A Day of Social Change Conversation\, will begin at 9:00 AM and conclude with Closing Worship at 3:00 PM.  Keynote speaker for the day will be Dr. Craig L. Nessan\, Academic Dean and Professor of Contextual Theology at Wartburg Seminary (Please see attached informational flyer).  A variety of workshops will also be offered throughout the day focusing on topics the PEC Committee is addressing. \nThese include: \nImmigration\nCriminal Justice\nAdvocacy\nOpen Hearts. Open Church (Synod Task Force on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity)\nEnvironmental Concerns/Climate Change\nHunger Issues\nHuman Trafficking\nFaith\, Sexism\, Justice: Conversations Toward a Social Statement\nAnti-Racism\nThe Shalom Church (hosted by Dr. Nessan \nClick Here to Register. \nIf you have any questions concerning this event\, please contact the Synod Office for more information.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/lutherans-always-reforming-a-day-of-social-change-conversation/
LOCATION:University Lutheran Church\, 1020 South Harrison Rd \, East Lansing \, MI\, 48823\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170524
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20170409T200540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170409T200540Z
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SUMMARY:Synod Assembly 2017
DESCRIPTION:The North/West Lower Michigan Synod Assembly will convene May 21-23\, 2017 at Immanuel Lutheran Church and Comfort Inn and Suites Hotel and Conference Center in Mt. Pleasant. \nOur Assembly theme is “Freed by God’s Grace\,” from the verse “So if the Son makes you free\, you will be free indeed” (John 8:36). We will welcome the Reverend Dr. R. Guy Erwin\, Bishop of the Southwest California Synod\, as our keynote speaker. Bishop Erwin\, a member of the Osage Nation\, is the first Native American bishop elected to office in the ELCA. He is a noted church historian who has frequently taught courses on Martin Luther and the Lutheran Reformation. Bishop Erwin will address both of these topics during his time with the assembly. Ms. Prairie Rose Seminole will be our Churchwide Representative. She is the ELCA’s Program Director for American Indian Alaska Native Ministries. \nThe opening Eucharist and first plenary session will be hosted at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 320 S. Bradley Street\, in Mt. Pleasant. Check-in and packet pick-up will take place at the Comfort Inn and Suites Conference Center from 3:00-6:00pm. No check-in will be available at Immanuel\, so assembly voting members are urged to arrive in Mt. Pleasant early enough to check-in prior to the 6:30pm start of the Assembly at Immanuel. \nRegistration information is now available on the Assembly page. The final day to register is May 11\, 2017. If you are paying online\, you must still submit a registration form to the Synod Office.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-assembly-2017/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170513
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160509T055731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T055731Z
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SUMMARY:Reformation 500: Trip to Germany and Italy
DESCRIPTION:Reformation 500: A Pilgrimage of Remembering \n12 Days Lutherland and Italy\nMay 1-12\, 2017 \nHosted by Sister Nancy Brousseau\, OP and The Rev. Craig A. Satterlee\, Bishop\, Ph.D. \nVisiting Berlin\, Wittenberg\, Eisleben\, Erfurt\, Eisenach\, Munich\, Venice\, Florence\, Rome\, and the Vatican City with a Papal Audience. \nView the Flyer \nDownload the Registration Form
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/reformation-500-trip-to-germany-and-italy/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170203
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20161101T224035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161101T224035Z
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SUMMARY:Boundaries Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Boundaries Workshop \nFebruary 2\, 2017\n9:00am – 3:00pm \nZion Lutheran Church\n1209 Hancock Street\nSaginaw\, MI 48602 \nTopics include: Power and Vulnerability\, Relationships\, Social Media\, and more! \nRegistration Fee is $10 and includes materials and lunch. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/boundaries-workshop/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Church\, 1209 Hancock Street \, Saginaw\, MI\, 48602\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161120
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20161108T021014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161108T021014Z
UID:2195-1479513600-1479599999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Anti-Racism Training
DESCRIPTION:The Synod’s Anti-Racism team welcomes Judith Roberts\, the Program Director for Racial Justice from the ELCA to present a workshop on Advancing Racial Justice! Laity and clergy are cordially invited to attend this fascinating workshop and to hear more about what our synod is doing to combat racism and encourage diversity! \nThis free event will be held November 19th\, 2016\, 9:30 a.m. to 3p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church 3383 E. Lake Lansing Rd\, East Lansing MI\, 48823. \nRegister Now \nDownload the Brochure \nEmail Pastor Christin Fawcett if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/anti-racism-training-2/
LOCATION:St. Paul Lutheran Lansing\, 3383 E. Lake Lansing Rd\, East Lansing\, MI\, 48823\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161106
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160906T014505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160906T014505Z
UID:2131-1478304000-1478390399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Walking Together
DESCRIPTION:  \nDesigned for congregation council members\, committee chairpersons\, and ministry team leaders\, this event introduces and explores seven key principles of congregational renewal. The day will begin with morning prayer and a keynote presentation\, offer three workshop periods\, lunch\, and closing eucharist with Bishop Satterlee presiding. \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/walking-together/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161030
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160509T054227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T013239Z
UID:2007-1477612800-1477785599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:A History of God’s People and Exile\, Return and Restoration: An ELMM Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A History of God’s People and Exile\, Return and Restoration \nRev. Julie Faith Parker\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Professor of Old Testament\, Trinity Lutheran Seminary \nThrough a close look at the books of Joshua\, Judges\, Samuel and Kings\, we recount nearly 700 years of stories of the Israelites. The invasion of Jerusalem by Babylonian forces\, the sacking and burning of the city\, the destruction of the temple\, the end of 500 years of rule under the Davidic dynasty\, and the forced removal of considerable number of the population of the land were part of a terrible catastrophe. The shock waves left no one untouched. \nDates: Friday (9am) –Saturday (3pm)\, October 28-29\, 2016 \nRetreat site: Zion Lutheran Church\, 350 Pearl St\, Cadillac MI 49601 \nLodging site: Hampton Inn Cadillac\, 1650 S Mitchell St\, Cadillac MI 49601 Cost: Commuter $50; Double occupancy $95; Single occupancy $140 \nRegistration deadline: September 30\, 2016 \nAlso in this session: Ecclesiastical Teaching and Q&A with the Bishop Rev. Craig Alan Satterlee\, Ph.D.\, Bishop North/West Lower Michigan Synod\, ELCA
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elmm-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Cadillac\, 350 Pearl St \, Cadillac\, MI\, 49601\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161021
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160927T011820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160927T011820Z
UID:2158-1476921600-1477007999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Boundaries Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Synod Boundaries Workshop. Topics include power and vulnerability\, relationships\, social media\, and more. The workshop will take place on October 20 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Alpena. Registration is $10\, which covers lunch and materials. \n  \nDownload Registration Form
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-boundaries-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Alpena\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161019
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160814T171458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160814T171458Z
UID:2115-1476576000-1476835199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Leadership Event
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Autumn Leadership Event! This year’s theme is “Spirituality for a Complicated World” and will feature sessions with John Bell\, the Wild Goose Resource Group\, and the Iona Community. This event is co-sponsored by the Southeast Michigan Synod and the North/West Lower Michigan Synod\, and will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor on October 16-18. \nRegistration is $75 per person. Discounted hotel rates are available at the Wyndham Garden Hotel. The cut-off date for room rates is September 16\, 2016. \nLearn More and Download Registration Form \nPay Registration Fee Online
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/autumn-leadership-event/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Ann Arbor\, 1501 W. Liberty St.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160925
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160509T054007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T013110Z
UID:2006-1474588800-1474761599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Exodus\, Covenant and Wilderness: An ELMM Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Exodus\, Covenant and Wilderness \nKelly J. Murphy\, Ph.D.\, Assistant Professor\, Philosophy and Religion\, Central Michigan University \nJust as individuals have turning points in their lives\, so do groups of people and entire nations. An inspiring leader\, a national tragedy\, an incredible triumph—whole nations can be born or re-born around such events. So it is with the descendants of Abraham and Sarah and Jacob\, the people called Israelites. \nDates: Friday (9am) –Saturday (3pm)\, September 23-24\, 2016 \nRetreat site: Immanuel Lutheran Church\, 320 S Bradley St\, Mt Pleasant MI 48858 \nLodging site: Mt Pleasant Inn & Suites\, 5500 E Pickard Rd\, Mt Pleasant MI 48858 Cost: Commuter $50; Double occupancy $95; Single occupancy $140 \nRegistration deadline: August 31\, 2016 \nAlso in this session: Boundaries for Lay Leaders Rev. David Sprang\, Director for Evangelical Mission\, North/West Lower Michigan Synod\, ELCA
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elmm-retreat/
LOCATION:Immanuel Lutheran Church\, 320 South Bradley Street\, Mount Pleasant \, MI\, 48858\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160906T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160906T170000
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160906T014230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160906T014230Z
UID:2128-1473148800-1473181200@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Faith Formation Table Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us October at St. Stephen’s in Lansing. 10:30 am-1:00 pm. Lunch Provided.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/faith-formation-table-meeting/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160622
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160509T055906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160509T055906Z
UID:2014-1466467200-1466553599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:You Matter Event
DESCRIPTION:Rostered leaders and their families are invited to a day for refreshment and renewal on June 21 at the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Traverse City.  Our synod will cover the costs of admission to the lakeshore\, lunch\, and dinner. A limited number of hotel rooms will also be made available for one night (either Monday or Tuesday). Registration is now open! Learn More and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/you-matter-event/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160524
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150608T055719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T055719Z
UID:1534-1463961600-1464047999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Christian Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Living Fire Ministries of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod is excited to announce the Enter the Narrow Gate: A year-long reflective study of the Christian Wisdom Tradition! Explore the classic elements of monastic\, spiritual\, and contemplative life to discover how this ancient wisdom\, learning\, and spiritual practice might be understood and lived in new settings and life today. The program offers a reflective personal and transformation process for all who desire deeper life in the Holy Spirit and more intentional living of the Christian life in Christ. The rich and inspiring teaching is centered on the saints\, mystics\, and spiritual teachers of the Christian centuries\, personal contemplative prayer practice\, the writing and living of a personal Rule of Life\, and participation in a silent directed retreat. \n\nTen Sessions\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; one Monday per month.\nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000W. Webb Rd. DeWitt\, MI 48820\nTuition: $500 (includes lunch).  Payment can be made in full or 50% at registration and 50% due in January\n\nDates for 2015-2016 \n\n2015: 9/14\, 10/12\, 11/23\, 12/14\n2016: 1/11\, 2/8\, 3/7\, 4/4\, 5/2\,  5/23\n\nLearn more and register now! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/foundations-of-christian-spirituality-14/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160518
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160215T070108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160215T070108Z
UID:1926-1463270400-1463529599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:2016 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Assembly page to learn more!
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/2016-synod-assembly/
LOCATION:Unnamed Venue\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160503
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150608T055649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T055649Z
UID:1533-1462147200-1462233599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Christian Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Living Fire Ministries of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod is excited to announce the Enter the Narrow Gate: A year-long reflective study of the Christian Wisdom Tradition! Explore the classic elements of monastic\, spiritual\, and contemplative life to discover how this ancient wisdom\, learning\, and spiritual practice might be understood and lived in new settings and life today. The program offers a reflective personal and transformation process for all who desire deeper life in the Holy Spirit and more intentional living of the Christian life in Christ. The rich and inspiring teaching is centered on the saints\, mystics\, and spiritual teachers of the Christian centuries\, personal contemplative prayer practice\, the writing and living of a personal Rule of Life\, and participation in a silent directed retreat. \n\nTen Sessions\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; one Monday per month.\nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000W. Webb Rd. DeWitt\, MI 48820\nTuition: $500 (includes lunch).  Payment can be made in full or 50% at registration and 50% due in January\n\nDates for 2015-2016 \n\n2015: 9/14\, 10/12\, 11/23\, 12/14\n2016: 1/11\, 2/8\, 3/7\, 4/4\, 5/2\,  5/23\n\nLearn more and register now! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/foundations-of-christian-spirituality-13/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160417
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160411T050015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160411T050015Z
UID:1969-1460764800-1460851199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Islam
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Understanding Islam Understanding Islam on April 16! Dr. Mark Swanson and Bishop Satterlee will host a day of conversation on Saturday\, April 16 at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos. The event will begin at 9am and conclude at 3pm. Lunch will be provided. To register\, contact Ann at the Synod Office. There will be a modest fee for food. 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/understanding-islam/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran Church Okemos\, 4515 Dobie Road\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160408
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20160201T072534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160201T072534Z
UID:1901-1459987200-1460073599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Boundaries Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Register now for the Synod Boundaries Workshop! \nTopics include: Power and Vulnerability\, Relationships\, Social Media\, and more! \nRegistration is $10 and includes materials and lunch. \nWorkshop will be held April 7\, 2016 at the Synod Office in Lansing. \nRegister now 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-boundaries-workshop-4/
LOCATION:St. Stephen Lutheran Church\, 2900 N. Waverly Rd \, Lansing\, MI\, 48906\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160405
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150608T055609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T055609Z
UID:1532-1459728000-1459814399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Christian Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Living Fire Ministries of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod is excited to announce the Enter the Narrow Gate: A year-long reflective study of the Christian Wisdom Tradition! Explore the classic elements of monastic\, spiritual\, and contemplative life to discover how this ancient wisdom\, learning\, and spiritual practice might be understood and lived in new settings and life today. The program offers a reflective personal and transformation process for all who desire deeper life in the Holy Spirit and more intentional living of the Christian life in Christ. The rich and inspiring teaching is centered on the saints\, mystics\, and spiritual teachers of the Christian centuries\, personal contemplative prayer practice\, the writing and living of a personal Rule of Life\, and participation in a silent directed retreat. \n\nTen Sessions\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; one Monday per month.\nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000W. Webb Rd. DeWitt\, MI 48820\nTuition: $500 (includes lunch).  Payment can be made in full or 50% at registration and 50% due in January\n\nDates for 2015-2016 \n\n2015: 9/14\, 10/12\, 11/23\, 12/14\n2016: 1/11\, 2/8\, 3/7\, 4/4\, 5/2\,  5/23\n\nLearn more and register now! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/foundations-of-christian-spirituality-12/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160308
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150608T055522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T055522Z
UID:1531-1457308800-1457395199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Christian Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Living Fire Ministries of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod is excited to announce the Enter the Narrow Gate: A year-long reflective study of the Christian Wisdom Tradition! Explore the classic elements of monastic\, spiritual\, and contemplative life to discover how this ancient wisdom\, learning\, and spiritual practice might be understood and lived in new settings and life today. The program offers a reflective personal and transformation process for all who desire deeper life in the Holy Spirit and more intentional living of the Christian life in Christ. The rich and inspiring teaching is centered on the saints\, mystics\, and spiritual teachers of the Christian centuries\, personal contemplative prayer practice\, the writing and living of a personal Rule of Life\, and participation in a silent directed retreat. \n\nTen Sessions\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; one Monday per month.\nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000W. Webb Rd. DeWitt\, MI 48820\nTuition: $500 (includes lunch).  Payment can be made in full or 50% at registration and 50% due in January\n\nDates for 2015-2016 \n\n2015: 9/14\, 10/12\, 11/23\, 12/14\n2016: 1/11\, 2/8\, 3/7\, 4/4\, 5/2\,  5/23\n\nLearn more and register now! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/foundations-of-christian-spirituality-11/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160209
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150608T055443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T055443Z
UID:1530-1454889600-1454975999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Christian Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Living Fire Ministries of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod is excited to announce the Enter the Narrow Gate: A year-long reflective study of the Christian Wisdom Tradition! Explore the classic elements of monastic\, spiritual\, and contemplative life to discover how this ancient wisdom\, learning\, and spiritual practice might be understood and lived in new settings and life today. The program offers a reflective personal and transformation process for all who desire deeper life in the Holy Spirit and more intentional living of the Christian life in Christ. The rich and inspiring teaching is centered on the saints\, mystics\, and spiritual teachers of the Christian centuries\, personal contemplative prayer practice\, the writing and living of a personal Rule of Life\, and participation in a silent directed retreat. \n\nTen Sessions\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; one Monday per month.\nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000W. Webb Rd. DeWitt\, MI 48820\nTuition: $500 (includes lunch).  Payment can be made in full or 50% at registration and 50% due in January\n\nDates for 2015-2016 \n\n2015: 9/14\, 10/12\, 11/23\, 12/14\n2016: 1/11\, 2/8\, 3/7\, 4/4\, 5/2\,  5/23\n\nLearn more and register now! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/foundations-of-christian-spirituality-10/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160116
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150830T213850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150830T213850Z
UID:1729-1452470400-1452902399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Executive Skills for Pastors Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Executive Skills for Pastors \nLed by Faculty from the School of Management at California Lutheran University \nJanuary 11 – 15\, 2016 \nLeadership and Management – is there a difference? \nThe answer is YES! Pastors and their staff at times manage and at other times lead. \n\nHow do you get the best from every member of your staff\, your congregation and yourself for ministry?\nHow do you manage the complexities of change while building capacity for fulfilling your congregational mission and vision? This week will offer contemporary management insights into your organization. Those insights will emerge as we discuss and reflect on meeting today’s challenges for pastors and their congregations. We’ll explore these topics: Finance/Stewardship\n\nLeadership\nMarketing\nEntrepreneurship Information Technology\nStrategic Planning & Direction\n\n\n\nThe week will focus on the challenge of change\, developing strategic initiatives\, marketing\, the dynamic power of information technology and creating a culture of innovation and creativity. The week will further provide the opportunity for reflection\, renewal\, networking and just some good old fellowship. \nLearn More and Register \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/executive-skills-for-pastors-workshop/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160112
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150608T055404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T055404Z
UID:1529-1452470400-1452556799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Christian Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Living Fire Ministries of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod is excited to announce the Enter the Narrow Gate: A year-long reflective study of the Christian Wisdom Tradition! Explore the classic elements of monastic\, spiritual\, and contemplative life to discover how this ancient wisdom\, learning\, and spiritual practice might be understood and lived in new settings and life today. The program offers a reflective personal and transformation process for all who desire deeper life in the Holy Spirit and more intentional living of the Christian life in Christ. The rich and inspiring teaching is centered on the saints\, mystics\, and spiritual teachers of the Christian centuries\, personal contemplative prayer practice\, the writing and living of a personal Rule of Life\, and participation in a silent directed retreat. \n\nTen Sessions\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; one Monday per month.\nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000W. Webb Rd. DeWitt\, MI 48820\nTuition: $500 (includes lunch).  Payment can be made in full or 50% at registration and 50% due in January\n\nDates for 2015-2016 \n\n2015: 9/14\, 10/12\, 11/23\, 12/14\n2016: 1/11\, 2/8\, 3/7\, 4/4\, 5/2\,  5/23\n\nLearn more and register now! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/foundations-of-christian-spirituality-9/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151215
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150608T055324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T055324Z
UID:1528-1450051200-1450137599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Christian Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Living Fire Ministries of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod is excited to announce the Enter the Narrow Gate: A year-long reflective study of the Christian Wisdom Tradition! Explore the classic elements of monastic\, spiritual\, and contemplative life to discover how this ancient wisdom\, learning\, and spiritual practice might be understood and lived in new settings and life today. The program offers a reflective personal and transformation process for all who desire deeper life in the Holy Spirit and more intentional living of the Christian life in Christ. The rich and inspiring teaching is centered on the saints\, mystics\, and spiritual teachers of the Christian centuries\, personal contemplative prayer practice\, the writing and living of a personal Rule of Life\, and participation in a silent directed retreat. \n\nTen Sessions\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; one Monday per month.\nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000W. Webb Rd. DeWitt\, MI 48820\nTuition: $500 (includes lunch).  Payment can be made in full or 50% at registration and 50% due in January\n\nDates for 2015-2016 \n\n2015: 9/14\, 10/12\, 11/23\, 12/14\n2016: 1/11\, 2/8\, 3/7\, 4/4\, 5/2\,  5/23\n\nLearn more and register now! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/foundations-of-christian-spirituality-8/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151124
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150608T055239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150608T055239Z
UID:1527-1448236800-1448323199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Christian Spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Living Fire Ministries of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod is excited to announce the Enter the Narrow Gate: A year-long reflective study of the Christian Wisdom Tradition! Explore the classic elements of monastic\, spiritual\, and contemplative life to discover how this ancient wisdom\, learning\, and spiritual practice might be understood and lived in new settings and life today. The program offers a reflective personal and transformation process for all who desire deeper life in the Holy Spirit and more intentional living of the Christian life in Christ. The rich and inspiring teaching is centered on the saints\, mystics\, and spiritual teachers of the Christian centuries\, personal contemplative prayer practice\, the writing and living of a personal Rule of Life\, and participation in a silent directed retreat. \n\nTen Sessions\, 9:30 am-4:30 pm; one Monday per month.\nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000W. Webb Rd. DeWitt\, MI 48820\nTuition: $500 (includes lunch).  Payment can be made in full or 50% at registration and 50% due in January\n\nDates for 2015-2016 \n\n2015: 9/14\, 10/12\, 11/23\, 12/14\n2016: 1/11\, 2/8\, 3/7\, 4/4\, 5/2\,  5/23\n\nLearn more and register now! \n 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/foundations-of-christian-spirituality-7/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151111
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150817T053249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150817T053334Z
UID:1697-1447113600-1447199999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Boundaries Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Pastor David Sprang and Carrie Wygmans for the Synod Boundaries Workshop. Topics include: Power and Vulnerability\, Relationships\, Social Media\, and more! \nThe workshop will take place from 9am-3pm. \nRegistration is $10 \nRegister Now \nDates: \n\n\n\n\nNovember 3\, 2015\nZion Lutheran Church\, 582 Lamoreaux Dr. NW\, Comstock Park \nNovember 10\, 2015\nSt. John Lutheran Church\, 710 Spruce St.\, Grayling
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-boundaries-workshop-3/
LOCATION:St John Lutheran Church Grayling\, 710 Spruce St\,  Grayling\, MI\, 49738\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151110
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150428T042511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150428T042511Z
UID:1408-1446940800-1447113599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Preaching Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by The Macedonia Project \nA resource for Mission Support \nWant to be more bold in preaching about stewardship? Looking for new ways to enhance conversation about mission support? Want to share in conversation with colleagues about how to grow stewards? \nThis is for you! \nTwo overnight trainings gleaning the best of Bishop Satterlee’s D. Min. teaching about preaching stewardship. The program will consist of presentations about preaching stewardship\, a discussion on resources\, and then part two will be actually sharing and critiquing sermons about stewardship. \nOct 11-12 and Nov 8-9\, 2015 5pm on Sunday through 3:30pm on Monday \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/preaching-stewardship-2/
LOCATION:St. Francis Retreat Center\, 703 E. Main St \, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151104
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150817T053117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150817T053204Z
UID:1695-1446508800-1446595199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Boundaries Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Pastor David Sprang and Carrie Wygmans for the Synod Boundaries Workshop. Topics include: Power and Vulnerability\, Relationships\, Social Media\, and more! \nThe workshop will take place from 9am-3pm. \nRegistration is $10 \nRegister Now \nDates: \n\n\n\n\nNovember 3\, 2015\nZion Lutheran Church\, 582 Lamoreaux Dr. NW\, Comstock Park \nNovember 10\, 2015\nSt. John Lutheran Church\, 710 Spruce St.\, Grayling
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-boundaries-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Comstock Park\, 582 LamoreauxDr. NW\, Comstock Park\, MI\, 49321\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151101
DTSTAMP:20260923T163004
CREATED:20150802T214226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150802T214226Z
UID:1685-1446249600-1446335999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Life in the Spirit
DESCRIPTION:This session is led by Sister Nancy Brousseau and is underscored by the physicist\, Dr. Elizabet Sahtouris\, who reinforces the notion that our world is undergoing a major evolutionary transition\, one that “requires us to outgrow our adolescent belligerence and mature into responsible young adults\, who will learn to treat creation and each other in more adult and liberating ways”. This may very well be the major challenge facing Christians at this time. We are called to embrace an inter-dependent incarnational and contemplative adult spirituality that begins with an awakening to the Holy Spirit. Through prayer experiences\, (bring a journal) sacred companion conversations (bring a Bible) and a labyrinth meditation walk (weather permitting) we will explore Life in the Spirit: What might that look like\, what will it ask of us\, and where might that take us? Come and see! \nDates: Saturday\, October 31\, 2015\, 9:30am-3:30pm \nLocation: Christ United Church\, 1000 W Webb Rd\, Dewitt MI 48820 \nCost: $25 (covers lunch) \nRegistration deadline: September 30\, 2015 \n  \nTo Register: \n1. Email the following information to rebeccabossenbroek@comcast.net by the registration deadline: \na. Date of event you plan to attend \nb. Lodging requirements (commuter $50\, double $95\, single $140) \n2. Make your check payable to North/West Lower Michigan Synod and write LMTP and the event date (MMDDYY) on the memo line. \nIf you are making an annual tuition payment\, indicate this on the memo line. \n3. Mail your check to Rebecca Bossenbroek\, NWLMS LMTP Administrator\, 1622 Royal Crescent Dr.\, Holt MI 48842
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/life-in-the-spirit/
LOCATION:Christ United Church\, 1000 West Webb Road\, Dewitt\, MI\, 48820\, United States
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