| MN Council of Churches Newsletter | |
Lots of news from the Minnesota Council of Churches, including:
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War on Prayer
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The Seven Secrets
For renewed leaders, renewed churches, and renewed hope
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Immigrant Rights Letter-writing Campaign
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Strengthen Mission, Build Community Resources
Download their current weekly email newsletter [pdf] |
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Contact Us
| Phone: 218-299-3019Toll-free: 800-452-3692Fax: 218-299-3363Submit Northern Lights information to mhendric@cord.edu
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Summer Office Hours
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8:00 am - noon
1:00 - 5:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am - noon
1:00 - 3:00 pm
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Resource Library Closed
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Operation of the Synod Resource Library has been suspended until further notice.
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Life Overflowing Series: The Next Generation
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[Jesus said] "Let the little children come to me; do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs."
Mark 10:14
Life Overflowing: The Next Generation
from Bishop Larry Wohlrabe
By virtue of their Baptism into Christ our children, of whatever age, are the church of today-along with all the rest of us "gray-hairs." We resist the notion that children and youth are merely "the church of tomorrow." And yet, these young ones are the next generation of God's church on earth, too. We thank God for an abundance of children to treasure today, to be formed into Christ, and to be prepared to serve God's mission.
Sometimes churches under-estimate their capacity to minister meaningfully among children and youth. "We could have a dynamic youth ministry if we just had more members and more dollars." But the best things we can offer our young ones don't cost much. In fact, some of the smallest congregations in our synod "shine" in the ways they treasure their children.
Download the article to continue reading [pdf]
Live Overflowing Series Archive...
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| Life Overflowing: Rethinking Stewardship |
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Registration is Now Open!
These two multi-conference events will serve as Fall Conference Gatherings for all 10 Conferences in our synod. They will also provide a fantastic opportunity for congregational leaders to engage with the Life Overflowing Stewardship theme begun at Synod Assembly.
Conferences 5 through 10
October 3, 2010
2:00 - 7:00 pm
First Lutheran Church - Detroit Lakes, MN
Conferences 1 through 4
October 10, 2010
2:00 - 7:00 pm
Zion Lutheran Church - Thief River Falls, MN
Energizing and equipping servant-leaders
for vital stewardship ministries in a new day.
Find out how stewardship ministries need to change in the
21st century. Come for vibrant worship, informative hands-on break-out groups, fun, food, conversation, and a chance to conduct conference business. Dr. David Lose holds the Marbury Anderson Chair in Biblical Preaching at Luther Seminary is the keynote presenter.
- Lay leaders from your congregation, especially those responsible for stewardship ministries;
- Women's and men's ministry leaders;
- Disciples who want to grow as stewards of God's rich gifts and connect with other disciples from across our synod and its ten conferences;
- Pastors and church staff members - as many as you can bring.
Each congregation is urged to send at least three persons. The take-home value of this event will rise dramatically as more registrants come from a congregation.
The cost for the first registrant from a congregation is $20, and the cost for all other registrants is $10 per person. Registration covers the cost of the program, materials and supper.
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Online ELCA Town Hall Forum
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with ELCA Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson
September 19, 2010
4:00 pm Central Time
 If you could ask Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson a question about the ELCA, what would it be? I invite you to submit your question at our next live online Town Hall Forum with Bishop Hanson on Sunday, September 19, 2010.
Participating is easy and convenient:
- Watch the event live from 4-5 p.m. at www.elca.org/townhall
- Log in to post questions online
- Post comments using Facebook Connect
- Tweet about the event using the hashtags #ELCA and #BishopHanson
- View open captioning
Whether or not you have a question to ask, you'll be part of a nationwide conversation with other ELCA members about issues that matter to all of us. What a remarkable opportunity! I encourage you to save the date and join us. Here's your chance to make your voice heard.
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Theology for Ministry Conference
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September 20-22, 2010
Fair Hills Resort - Detroit Lakes, MN
(For NWMN rostered leaders and their spouses)
Luther Snow will help us further explore the theology of abundance. It's been said by those who've experienced Luther Snow that he's relevant, interactive, humorous, insightful, engaging and down-to-earth. He gets it. He knows church. He knows Lutherans. He's eager to get to know us.
Remember to register by September 10!
Download brochure and registration form [PDF] |
| Crossways Training with Dr. Harry Wendt |
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October 11-15, 2010
First Lutheran Church - Fargo, ND
 Dr. Wendt, the author of one of the most widely-used, comprehensive Bible study programs will be leading a training session in our area! If your congregation has been wanting to offer the Crossways Bible Study program, here's a great opportunity to get started with the man who wrote the materials.
This ELCA Book of Faith event is co-sponsored by the Eastern North Dakota and Northwestern Minnesota Synods. For more information and to register, visit the Crossways website. |
"Reflect, Renew, & Refill Your Cup of Parish Nursing" Parish Nurse Renewal
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October 7-8, 2010
Mt. Carmel Ministries - Alexandria, MN
The Parish Nurse Center at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN is sponsoring a continuing educational workshop for individuals involved in health and healing ministries with the theme: "Reflect, Renew, & Refill Your Cup of Parish Nursing".
There will be two sessions offered including "Nurturing Youth Through Food, Fitness, & Faith" and "The Cup of Our Life: A Guide for Spiritual Growth". The speakers include; Linda James & Dr. Betty Larson "Nurturing Youth Through Food, Fitness, and Faith" Annette Langdon "The Cup of Life & The Open Cup", Ann Rabie "The Chipped & Broken Cups", and Sonja Hinderlie "The Cup of Compassion & Blessing Cup".
For more information or to receive the registration brochure, please contact Tanya or Jean at 218-299-3893 or email parish-nurse@cord.edu.
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Upcoming Events
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Holy Doodles: Cartoons to Contemplate Art Showing
August 30 - October 4, 2010
Meet the Artist: Saturday, September 18, 2010
Dakota Harvest - Grand Forks, ND
ELCA World Hunger "Ethics of Eating"
Region 3 Leadership Training
September 23-26, 2010
Concordia Language Village - near Marine on St. Croix, MN
Prayer at the Fair
September 5, 2010
State Fairgrounds, Bandshell - St. Paul, MN
AGAPE* Concert
September 11, 2010
Olivet Lutheran Church - Fargo, ND
Never miss a date!
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