Events

Save the Date! The 2016 Synod Assembly will be held May 15-17 at the Crowne Plaza in Grand Rapids.

LOST AND FOUND, Michael Bridges and George Baum, have been traveling around the world performing concerts of their original music and making friends in the process, since they were in high school. Their music is the kind of thing that often prompts reactions like, "Well, I have never heard anything like that before."   Michael […]

Our synod is most pleased to be hosting an immersion event on the Adult Catechumenate in June.  Bishop Craig A. Satterlee and Pastor Paul E. Hoffman will lead us through the ancient catechumenal process of faith formation in worship, lectures, and study.  Participants will experience the entire liturgical year condensed into three remarkable days.  The […]

The ELCA Youth Gathering for high school-age 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. The next Gathering will […]

LOST AND FOUND, Michael Bridges and George Baum, have been traveling around the world performing concerts of their original music and making friends in the process, since they were in high school. Their music is the kind of thing that often prompts reactions like, "Well, I have never heard anything like that before." Michael and […]

This year's theme focuses on the relationship between Pentecostal and Charismatic Christianity and Lutheranism. Featuring Cheryl Peterson, associate professor at Trinity Lutheran Seminary, and Leila Ortiz, associate pastor at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, the presentations aim to help participants understand, appreciate, and critically evaluate Pentecostal and Charismatic Christianity from a Lutheran perspective. The Academy will be held July 27-31 […]

LOST AND FOUND, Michael Bridges and George Baum, have been traveling around the world performing concerts of their original music and making friends in the process, since they were in high school. Their music is the kind of thing that often prompts reactions like, "Well, I have never heard anything like that before." Michael and […]

Join us August 28-30th for a weekend of fun in West Michigan at Stony Lake! Facilities are available for lodging from August 28-30th. We'll provide lifeguards and activities staff and host a campfire with music on Friday and Saturday evenings. A hot dog roast lunch will be provided on Saturday at 12:30 pm and will […]

LOST AND FOUND, Michael Bridges and George Baum, have been traveling around the world performing concerts of their original music and making friends in the process, since they were in high school. Their music is the kind of thing that often prompts reactions like, "Well, I have never heard anything like that before." Michael and […]

Sponsored by Sustaining Pastoral Excellence and designed for pastors, lay staff and volunteer leaders, this one-day workshop reviews essential information and strategies for creating and maintaining a safe environment for vital ministry in today’s changing world. Date: September 10, 2015 Location: St Francis Retreat Center, Dewitt MI Cost: $75 (includes materials and lunch) Registration: Click […]