• ELCA College Readiness Webinar – College Visits

    Getting the Most Out of a College Visit February 8, 2022, 7:00pm ET There’s no substitute for visiting a college campus, but what exactly makes for a great visit? A great visit is more than a tour and observing classes. Hear from admissions officers about things to look for, questions to ask and experiences to […]

  • Ignite the Church Conference

    Ignite the Church Conference Seismic Shifts: Where do we go from here? February 8-10, 2022 Since February 2020, the Church has been enduring unprecedented seismic shifts. In response, a new hybrid version of the Ignite the Church Conference will gather next February in Orlando and online to reflect on the theme: Seismic Shifts: Where Do We […]

  • ELCA College Readiness Webinar – Advice

    Admissions Directors’ Advice February 10, 2022, 6:00pm ET Get a behind-the-scenes look at the admissions process from those who know it best! From reviewing applications to assembling a class of diverse passions and talents, these campus leaders know how confusing the admissions process can sometimes seem. They’ll share with you their advice on how to […]

  • Climate Church Climate World Book Study

    The Environmental Stewardship Task Force (ESTF) is offering a 5-week book study on Climate Church Climate World - How People of Faith Must Work for Change by Jim Antal. Mr. Antal has been a writer, speaker, and activist for environmental justice for over 30 years. The book study will be held via Zoom on Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 pm […]

  • ELMM: Pastoral Care Assistant Training

    Pastoral Care Assistant Training with Professor Rosanne Swanson ​February 12, 2022 Via Zoom What do you say when you don't know what to say. Listening with the ear of the heart. Before the session, please read the book Conversation as Ministry: Stories and Strategies for Confident Caregiving by Douglass Purnell (Pilgrim Press, Cleveland (2003)). Purchase on Amazon. […]

  • ELCA College Readiness Webinar – Finances

    How to Pay for College February 15, 2022, 9:00pm ET Private schools are expensive, but the amount of resources available to many families is often a surprise. Learn about how the financial aid process works even if you’re not sure if you will qualify. Learn about the tools colleges use to help students and families […]

  • ELCA College Readiness Webinar – College Search

    Starting Your Search February 17, 2022, 8:00pm ET College 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 […]

  • ELCA College Readiness Webinar – Spanish

    Overview of Your College Search (in Spanish) February 22, 2022, 8:00pm ET It’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

  • Region 6 Explore Ministry Event

    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. […]

  • Introduction to Social Justice

    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. The course will be held via Zoom on Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00pm, beginning March 1 and […]