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SUMMARY:Pre-Autumn Leadership Event Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Rostered Ministers are invited to an evening social gathering at Trinity\, Midland on Monday\, September 9\, from 7:00 – 10:00 pm.  This Pre-Autumn Leadership Event Gathering is an opportunity to gather with old friends and make some new ones! Please bring your own beverage and a snack to share.  Contact Pastor Julie Schneider-Thomas with any questions.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/pre-autumn-leadership-event-gathering/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
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SUMMARY:"God's work. Our hands." Sunday
DESCRIPTION:“God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday is Sept. 8\, 2024! \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 at ELCA.org/dayofservice.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/gods-work-our-hands-sunday-4/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240904
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
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SUMMARY:Witnessing to Christ and Love for Neighbor in an Election Year
DESCRIPTION:The North/West Lower Michigan Synod announces the next session of our Adult Theological Education program: Witnessing to Christ and Love for Neighbor in an Election Year. Join the Rev. Amy E. Reumann\, ELCA Senior Director for Witness in Society\, for a six-week study starting September 3\, 2024! \n“Witnessing to Christ and Love for Neighbor in an Election Year” is an opportunity to hear from the Rev. Amy E. Reumann on civic engagement intersections and opportunities in our faith journey. Core affirmation of our baptism is to “serve all people\, following the example of our Lord Jesus” and “to strive for justice and peace in all the earth.” Informed by our discipleship\, “We have a responsibility not only to fulfill our private roles and functions in life\, and to pray for those in authority (1 Timothy 2:1-2)\, but also to be civically engaged\,” relays the ELCA social message on government and civic engagement. \nThe class will meet on six consecutive Tuesday evenings from 7:00 – 8:15pm ET via Zoom. This course is open to all adults\, both laypeople and rostered ministers\, and is free of charge. Register now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/witnessing-to-christ-and-love-for-neighbor-in-an-election-year/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240830
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240807T163316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T163316Z
UID:6797-1724889600-1724975999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Solar Faithful Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Synod’s Environmental Stewardship Task Force and Solar Faithful will be hosting two hour long webinars focused on implementing solar energy. Congregations interested in learning more about solar energy and installation of solar panels at modest or no cost are invited to attend. \nThe webinars will be held on August 29 and October 17 at 7:00pm ET via Zoom. \nRegistration for August 29\, 7:00pm ET. \nRegistration for October 17\, 7:00pm ET.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/solar-faithful-webinar-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240802
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240416T212044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T212101Z
UID:6718-1722470400-1722556799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Celebration River Cruise
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to attend the Synod Celebration River Cruise on August 1\, 2024! \nJoin us aboard the Michigan Princess for a river cruise with dinner\, celebrations of significant anniversaries and thanks for mission support and ministries! \nThose celebrating significant anniversaries will receive more information soon. All others are invited to complete the registration from by June 26\, 2024. \nWe have established a three-tier cost depending on ability to pay. If you have additional questions\, please contact davidsprang@mittensynod.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-celebration-river-cruise/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240122T182608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T182608Z
UID:6576-1722211200-1722470399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Conference on Worship\, Theology and the Arts: Nourishing Vocation
DESCRIPTION:The Conference on Worship\, Theology and the Arts: Nourishing Vocation at St. Olaf College in Northfield\, MN will take place on Monday\, July 29 through Wednesday\, July 31\, 2024.  This year the conference will combine signature CWTA musical experiences with innovative and imaginative work being done by both the Nourishing Vocation Project and Nourishing Vocation with Children\, under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Char Rachuy Cox.  \nWhat to expect: \n\n\nInspiring worship ~ A pick-up choir under the direction of Dr. Anton Armstrong. \n\n\nNetworking \n\n\nMusic Reading Sessions \n\n\nArts Encounters \n\n\nDaily plenaries \n\n\nTheology-in practice through child-attentive\, arts-enriched\, user-ready ministry ideas for you to take home and implement. \n\n\n Nourishing conversations \n\n\nYou can look forward to all this and so much more! St. Olaf College looks forward to welcoming all participants to The Hill\, and hopes you will mark your calendar for CWTA 2024. \nRegistration is available on St. Olaf’s website. 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/conference-on-worship-theology-and-the-arts-nourishing-vocation/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240721
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20220928T160429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T160429Z
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SUMMARY:ELCA Youth Gathering 2024
DESCRIPTION:The ELCA is jazzed to announce that we’re heading to New Orleans for the 2024 ELCA Youth Gathering\, MYLE and the tAble! The Big Easy is filled with rich history\, friendly locals\, amazing food and great music\, and we just can’t wait to go back. \nMark your calendars for July 16-20\, 2024\, to join us for this transformational faith formation event. MYLE and the tAble will take place immediately before on July 13-16. \nLearn more at https://www.elca.org/youthgathering
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-youth-gathering-2024/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240609
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240520T185747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T185809Z
UID:6736-1717804800-1717891199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Trinity Lutheran Seminary Eco-Digital Storytelling Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Prof. Mary Hess from Luther Seminary in St. Paul\, MN for a retreat on Eco-Digital Storytelling! \n\n\n\nProf. Hess\, driven by her profound care for the Earth and her expertise in digital storytelling and faith formation\, invites you to be part of her sabbatical research project. This retreat will be held June 8\, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University. No prior storytelling or digital tech skills required! \n\n\n\nLearn more and Register.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/trinity-lutheran-seminary-eco-digital-storytelling-retreat/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240519
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240415T180914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T210037Z
UID:6714-1715990400-1716076799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Disability Learning Day
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed to October. More information will be available soon! \n  \nOur synod’s Disability Ministry Task Force is hosting a Disability Learning Day on May 18\, 2024! This learning event is designed for rostered ministers and lay leaders and will be held at Peace Lutheran Church in Gaylord from 9:30am – 3:00pm ET. \nA Keynote Address will be given by Victoria White\, who serves as Program Director at With Ministries. Her experience and passion in education and ministry converge in her writing\, speaking\, consulting and training for congregations\, equipping them to build belonging with people of all abilities. She will discuss ways of including people with varying disabilities in worship and best practices for building belonging. \nAttendees will participate in two workshops from the following offerings: • Biblical Perspective on Disability led by Bishop Craig Alan Satterlee • Ministry with People with Dementia\, led by Pastor Clay Bates\n• Normalizing Neurodiversity in Your Context\, led by Victoria White \nThere will also be time for group discussion so please bring both your struggles and challenges and ideas and strategies that have worked in your context. Books and other resources will also be available for sale. \nThe registration cost is $20 and includes lunch and a book or fidget toy. To attend\, please complete the registration form at: https://tithe.ly/event-registration/#/8701547. The last day to register is Monday\, May 13\, 2024. If you have additional questions\, contact Pastor Clay Bates at clayhbates@gmail.com. \nThis event has been generously supported by a member of our synod who shares our passion for ministry with people with disabilities.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/disability-learning-day-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240515
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240408T212622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T212622Z
UID:6701-1715644800-1715731199@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Renewal of Ordination Vows
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! The Kalamazoo Conference will be offering a renewal of ordination vows with Bishop Satterlee on Tuesday\, May 14\, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.  The service will be at 11am ET. All rostered ministers are invited to attend. More information will be available soon.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/renewal-of-ordination-vows/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240512
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20231204T193341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T193341Z
UID:6517-1715385600-1715471999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:2024 Synod Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Jesus names us “the salt of the earth” and “the light of the world\,” and compares the kingdom of heaven or reign of God to “leaven” (Matthew 5:13–16; 13:33). \nAt the 2024 Synod Assembly\, the North/West Lower Michigan Synod will celebrate ways our congregations are ”salt of the earth\,” “light of the world\,” and “leaven” of the kingdom in ways large and small as we prayerfully participate in Jesus’s own work of reconciling the world to God’s very self. \nThe 2024 Synod Assembly will be held virtually via Zoom on May 11\, 2024. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/2024-synod-assembly/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240318T193742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T193742Z
UID:6666-1713744000-1713830399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Wartburg Seminary Land Acknowledgement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Wartburg Seminary will be hosting a Land Acknowledgement Workshop on Monday\, April 22\, 2024 from 12:30pm-1:30pm ET and 7:30-8:30pm ET. Join either session. \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn from Wartburg’s process how to move toward creating and living out a land acknowledgement in your congregation. \nJoin on Zoom.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/wartburg-seminary-land-acknowledgement-workshop/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240417
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240131T225218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T225218Z
UID:6592-1713225600-1713311999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating Generous Congregations: Spring Cohort
DESCRIPTION:How do we\, as communities of faith\, change our thinking on stewardship and generosity to meet the challenges of the moment? In partnership with the Lake Institute on Faith & Giving\, the ELCA is offering congregations the opportunity to reexamine their stewardship thinking and imagine ways to act on their findings in their communities. The six-week webinar “Cultivating Generous Congregations” will offer virtual cohort sessions where congregational leaders can discuss\, dissect and collaborate on how generosity might work in their contexts. The webinar costs $550 per congregation\, plus workbooks ($40 each). \nFor a deeper look at what the webinar entails\, watch this brief “Cultivating Generous Congregations” video. \nPlease contact the Rev. Larry Strenge (Larry.Strenge@elca.org) and the Rev. Tim Brown (Tim.Brown@elca.org) if you’re interested in participating! They will work with your synod to get you registered for the spring cohort.\n“Cultivating Generous Congregations”\nSpring 2024\n6-7:30 p.m. ET\nTuesdays\, April 16–May 21
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/cultivating-generous-congregations-spring-cohort/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240314T191900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T191900Z
UID:6642-1712793600-1712966399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Trinity Seminary 2024 Nelson W. Trout Lectures
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University will host the Nelson W. Trout Lectures on April 11-12\, 2024.  \nDr. Valerie Bridgeman\, Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Associate Professor of Homiletics and Hebrew Bible at the Methodist Theological School of Ohio will present on “Healing: Preaching Job.” \nThe Trout Lectures are free and open to the public.  \nLearn more and register: https://bit.ly/3v8ptA3 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/trinity-seminary-2024-nelson-w-trout-lectures/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240408
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240223T234337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T234337Z
UID:6639-1712448000-1712534399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:LSTC Learning Event: Liturgy and the Natural World
DESCRIPTION:The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC) will be hosting a four-part learning event on “Liturgy and the Natural World\,” led by Dr. Benjamin Stewart. This event will be held April 7 – May 10 (multiple dates available). \nIn the series\, Dr. Stewart will explore the intersection of nature and liturgy. The sessions will delve into the cosmic choir of the universe\, the rituals of sunrise and sunset\, the sacraments of baptism and communion\, and the theology and spirituality of green funeral practices. This series aims to reimagine our communal liturgies and daily rituals in the context of our ecological responsibilities. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/lstc-learning-event-liturgy-and-the-natural-world/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240404
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240325T173025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T173025Z
UID:6688-1712102400-1712188799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Synod Zoom Meeting: ELCA Youth Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Those leading groups to the Gathering are invited to join Pastor Dan Schewe for a Zoom meeting on Wednesday April 3\, 2024 at 7 pm ET. Pastor Dan will be going over important updates for leaders. Join Zoom Meeting. \nMeeting ID: 871 8566 8938 \nPasscode: 099423
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/synod-zoom-meeting-elca-youth-gathering/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240315
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240131T232443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T232443Z
UID:6594-1710288000-1710460799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Trinity Lutheran Seminary: Nelson Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University will be hosting the Nelson Lecture Series on March 13-14\, 2024 at Huntington Recital Hall Capital University. These events are free and open to the public! \nMarch 13 – 7:00pm ET  \n“Black and Twenty-Five in America.” with Jeremy Gillett  \nAuthor and creator of “Black and 25 in America\,” Jeremy shares a series of vignettes about the lives of young Black people in America and mobilizes audiences around the country towards empathy and compassion for humanity through stories that explore issues of race\, class\, gender\, and identity.  \nMarch 14 – 7:00pm ET \n“God With Us: Seeing God in people around the world.” with Jenny Sung  \nReverend Jenny Sung is an ordained #FreeRangePastor with the ELCA. She has been preaching\, writing\, and curating spaces worldwide for healing through brave love and community art. Rev. Sung’s passion for art comes from her many years as a professional modern dancer\, founder\, and co-director of One Dance Company in the Twin Cities. \n  \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/trinity-lutheran-seminary-nelson-lecture-series/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240308
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240131T224758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T224758Z
UID:6590-1709769600-1709855999@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Deepening Our Relationship With the Spirituality of Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:The ELCA Christian Community and Leadership team\, in partnership with the congregation and synod mission support team\, invites mission developers and leaders of new ministries to a one-day\, online empowerment event on March 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. \nDesigned to bolster our courage and pastoral leadership for expanding partnerships\, cultivating donors and funding ministry\, this event will be packed with insightful exercises and engagement activities. Bring a team from your ministry setting! Seats are limited\, so register promptly to reserve yours. Register now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/deepening-our-relationship-with-the-spirituality-of-fundraising/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240213
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240131T223154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T223154Z
UID:6588-1707696000-1707782399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Constructing a Year-round Stewardship Calendar
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, February 12\, the Rev. Tim Brown\, ELCA director for congregational stewardship support\, will lead a webinar on how you can take something as intimidating as the calendar year and slowly break it up into manageable pieces around which a year-round stewardship initiative can form. \n“Constructing a Year-round Stewardship Calendar”\nFebruary 12\, 2024\n7:30-8:30 p.m. ET\nJoin Zoom Meeting \nMeeting ID: 839 7738 2946\nPasscode: 134156
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/constructing-a-year-round-stewardship-calendar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240122T182405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T182405Z
UID:6574-1706054400-1706140799@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Webinar: Voices of Faith in Climate Action
DESCRIPTION:On January 24 from 3:00-4:00pm ET\, ELCA Advocacy will be hosting “Voices of Faith in Climate Action\,” a webinar featuring the six leaders from the ELCA who were part of the UN Conference of Parties (COP28) and contributed to the dialogue with world leaders as they debated strategies and ambitions to effectively tackle the climate crisis. Register Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-webinar-voices-of-faith-in-climate-action/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240119
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20231212T174838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T174906Z
UID:6539-1705536000-1705622399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Congregational Financial Wellness Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Have you wondered if your congregational financial systems and policies were up to date and meeting the standards for excellence? The ELCA has free resources for helping congregations assess their financial wellness. \nSteve Oelschlager – Congregational Assessment Research Coordinator will do a one-hour introduction to this resource and how to use it\, exclusively for the North/West Lower Michigan Synod. \nThe Congregational Financial Assessment identifies 21 healthy financial practices from five key areas: Accounting\, Finance\, Human Resources\, Risk Management\, and Stewardship. Each healthy financial practice (accessible online at resourcefulservants.org/congregations) includes resources intended to help carry out that practice\, along with an invitation to assess whether your congregation’s current proficiency in the practice is excellent\, in need of improvement or nonexistent. \nThis seminar will be held via Zoom on January 18\, 2024 at 7:00pm ET. \nWho should attend? \n\nRostered Ministers\nChurch Council Members\nTreasurers\nFinancial Secretaries\nBookkeepers\nFinance Committee Members\nBudget Committee Members\nPersonnel Committee Members\nEndowment Committee members\nAnyone Interested\n\nPlease complete the registration form by January 15\, 2024. Register Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/congregational-financial-wellness-seminar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240117
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20240104T173243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T173243Z
UID:6556-1705363200-1705449599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:ELCA Study Curriculum on Civic Life and Faith
DESCRIPTION:Pastor Bill Utrecht and Pastor Ellen Schoepf will lead the ELCA Study Curriculum on Civic Life and Faith beginning on January 16\, 2024 at 11:00am ET. This six-week study will be held in-person at First Lutheran Church in Muskegon and on Zoom.  \nThe study curriculum was created by the ELCA’s Task Force on Civic Life and Faith as a step towards development of a social teaching statement. It invites participants to delve into the nature of politics\, the meaning of the Scriptures\, the purpose of government\, the responsibility of congregations and church-related organizations\, First Amendment issues\, the relationship of faith based living and civic life\, connections between worship life and serving neighbor in society\, the nature of citizenship\, and other relevant topics. \nIf you are interested in participating in this class via Zoom\, contact Pastor Ellen Schoepf to receive the link.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-study-curriculum-on-civic-life-and-faith/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240117
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20231214T223955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T223955Z
UID:6548-1705363200-1705449599@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Adult Theological Education: Six Women from Church History that You Need to Know About
DESCRIPTION:The North/West Lower Michigan Synod announces the next session of our Adult Theological Education program: Six Women from Church History that You Need to Know About. Join the Rev. Dr. Joy Schroeder for a six-week study of Christian women through the ages starting on January 16\, 2024! \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/adult-theological-education-six-women-from-church-history-that-you-need-to-know-about/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240114
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
CREATED:20231218T172140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T172140Z
UID:6553-1705104000-1705190399@www.mittensynod.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Ministry in Daily Life with Dr. Craig Nessan
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Ministry in Daily Life with Dr. Craig Nessan \nSaturday\, January 13\, 9:30 am – Noon\nBethlehem Lutheran Church\, Lansing \nThis free workshop\, for all church members interested in the health and revitalization of our congregations\, introduces a new paradigm for congregational identity and mission that centers on the formation and sending of the Christian people. The purpose of the Life of Faith initiative is to stir up a culture change that frees us to make the service by the baptized in the arenas of daily life the central focus of the church’s mission. The workshop will provide theological foundation and practical next steps to promote this transformation. \nLearn More. \nRegister Now. 
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/empowering-ministry-in-daily-life-with-dr-craig-nessan/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240112
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
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SUMMARY:Boundary Training for Rostered Ministers
DESCRIPTION:The North/West Lower Michigan Synod will be offering Boundary Training as a four part series via Zoom. These 1-hour sessions will be held on Thursdays at 11am ET on January 11\, 18\, 25\, and February 1\, 2024. 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 January 11. Pastor David Sprang and Pastor Rosanne Anderson will lead the other three sessions.  \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/boundary-training-for-rostered-ministers-2/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231128
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SUMMARY:ELCA Webinar: Learn to Construct a Narrative Budget for Your Community: Step by Step
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, November 27\, the Rev. Tim Brown\, ELCA director of congregational stewardship\, will lead a webinar going step by step through how to create a narrative budget. Bring your current (2023) budget and pieces of your projected (2024) budget\, and get ready to do some work in real time to start the narrative budget process. Over the course of 45 minutes (with plenty of time for questions)\, this webinar will prepare you to present a narrative budget for your next annual meeting. Pastors\, council members\, stewardship teams and all other interested parties are welcome to attend. \nNarrative Budget Step by Step\nMonday\, Nov. 27\n6:30-7:30 p.m. Central time \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nMeeting ID: 813 1042 0337\nPasscode: 327160
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/elca-webinar-learn-to-construct-a-narrative-budget-for-your-community-step-by-step/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
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SUMMARY:Solar Faithful Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Synod’s Environmental Stewardship Task Force on Thursday\, October 26 at 7:00pm ET to learn about Solar Faithful and how your congregation can install clean\, renewable solar power and do your part to mitigate the worst impacts of climate change\, while saving money on your utility bills. \nRegister Now.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/solar-faithful-webinar/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
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SUMMARY:Adult Theological Education: Luther's Small Catechism for Adults
DESCRIPTION:When Luther wrote that familiar question\, “What does this mean?” he meant it! He wanted Christians to understand their faith and to see how God was at work in their lives\, in the church\, and in the world.\n\n \n\nJoin the Rev. Dr. Kit Kleinhans\, Dean of Trinity Lutheran Seminary at Capital University\, for a six-week study of Luther’s catechisms. Let’s dig deep into what God means for us!\n\n \n\nThe class will meet on six consecutive Tuesday evenings: October 24\, 31\, November 7\, 14\, 21\, 28 from 7:00 – 8:15pm ET. This course is open to all adults\, both laypeople and rostered ministers\, and is free of charge. Sessions will be recorded and available to registered participants. Registration is required and will close on October 19\, 2023.\n\nLearn more and Register.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/adult-theological-education-luthers-small-catechism-for-adults/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
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SUMMARY:Ecumenical Community of Michigan 2023 Fall Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The Ecumenical Community of Michigan will host a fall retreat\, “Know the Other and Know Ourselves: Prayerful Listening Across our Differences\,” on October 23-26\, 2023. This retreat will be led by The Rev. Margaret R. Rose\, Deputy for Ecumenical and Inter-religious Relations for The Episcopal Church. \nLearn More.
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/ecumenical-community-of-michigan-2023-fall-retreat/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231019
DTSTAMP:20260819T150443
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SUMMARY:My Burden is Light Preaching Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Bishop Satterlee for a preaching retreat centered on his new book\, My Burden Is Light: Making Room for Jesus in Preaching. This in-person retreat will be held October 16-18\, 2023 and is an opportunity to discuss the book and to intentionally reflect on both our preaching and our relationship with Jesus. \nLike the book\, the retreat’s primary audience is pastors and deacons and will therefore include conversation about ordination. With this understanding\, lay preachers and listeners who care about preaching are welcome to attend. Bishops are also warmly invited. \nThis retreat is in-person and will not be live-streamed or recorded. Bishop Satterlee intends to provide other opportunities for conversation via Zoom. \nRetreat Information \nMonday\, October 16 – Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023\nBethany House\, St. Francis Retreat Center.\, Dewitt\, Michigan\n$180 – Fee covers food and lodging \nFinancial assistance is available for seminarians\, pastors and deacons of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod. Because of limited funds\, priority will be given to pastors and deacons under call and seminarians who have completed a preaching class. If you would like to request financial assistance\, please email communications@mittensynod.org. \nThe retreat is possible because of a generous gift from Ms. Christine Allen\, former secretary of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod. \nLearn More and Register
URL:https://www.mittensynod.org/event/my-burden-is-light-preaching-retreat/
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