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Upcoming deadlines and events to watch for:
Practice Discipleship "Train the Trainer" Events:
June 19 or
September 16
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ELCA
Outdoor Ministries
in and around
NE MN Synod
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Encourage your young people and families to go to camp next summer!
Camp Amnicon
Camp Onomia
Luther Crest Bible Camp
Luther Park Bible Camp
Voyaguers Lutheran Ministries
Wilderness Canoe Base
Journeys(Listing and links for all ELCA Outdoor Ministries) |
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Get Networked!
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Youth ministry is hard work. We are strengthed personally and professionally when we get together regularly to share our stories, swap ideas, learn from each other and lean on each other. Make time this month to join in on one of these network opportunities, or have coffee with a youth worker near you!
Duluth Area Network Meetings:
Second Thursday of Every Month, 10:00am
Beaner's in West Duluth
Contact Deb Westerberg for more info.
Brainerd Area Network Meetings:
Second Thursday of Every Month, 10:00am
Caribou Coffee on Hwy 371
Contact Stacy Johnson for more info.
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Cert Schools
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Vibrant Faith Ministries and Wartburg Seminary
This week-long training experience is supplemented by five weeks of online training. For dates and more information please contact Jim LaDoux at 877-239-2492 or click here. Sponsored by
Youth Leadership
This two year program covers the key areas of youth ministry leadership with a personal component that will help you grow as a leader in your particular context.
For more information, click here. |
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This summer as you say goodbye to seniors, as you prepare for transforming weeks at camp and mission trips, as you rest and renew...
"May the Lord walk behind you to encourage you,
Walk beside you and be your friend.
May he walk in front of you to show you the way,
Be above you and protect you 'till the end.
Amen."
(Jay Beech Benediction)
Together in Christ,
Coordinator of Youth Ministry In this season of transitions, the folks at StickyFaith have put together 20 Free Resources for various transitions. |
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2014 Practice Discipleship Training Events
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The 2014 theme for Practice Discipleship is " Frame." Training events will explore biblical, theological and practical frames that can give intentionality to how we prioritize our ministries and respond to the gospel in our daily lives.
June 19:Grace Lutheran, Hermantown
Sept. 16: Our Savior's Lutheran, Cloquet
Cost: $50 per congregation (unlimited number of participants)
Bring a team of 2 or more to be equipped to lead the Practice Discipleship trainings in your congregation.
Local Day Events
Oct. 23: Camp Onomia
Nov. 4: First Lutheran, Duluth
Cost: $10 per person or $25 per congregation (unlimited participants from one congregation)
These are open enrollment workshops for individuals or groups to attend.
Region 3 Retreat
August 24-26: Luther Crest Bible Camp
Join volunteer, paid and rostered leaders in Children, Youth and Family ministries. The retreat will include the full series of this year's "Frame" sessions along with worship with Dave Scherer (Agape), relaxation and networking. Cost and more details available by July 1.
Full and partial scholarships are available for all events! Email Catherine Anderson to request a scholarship.
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Rachel Kurtz Concert
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6:00-7:00pm
UMD Bohannon 90, Duluth
The NE MN Synod Women of the ELCA Convention/Gathering is hosting Rachel Kurtz for their Friday evening entertainment. The concert is FREE and open to the public. Youth groups and individuals are invited to attend!
For more information on the concert or convention, click here or email Mary Jo Mettler.
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Life-Long Learning Classes
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The School for Lay Ministry at Luther Seminary is offering 3 classes June 23-26, 2014. You do not need to be a student in the School for Lay Ministry to attend!
Dates: June 23-26
Location: Luther Seminary, St. Paul
Tuition: $100
Course hours: Mon. 1-4:30 pm; Tues.-Wed. 8:30 am - 4 pm; Thurs. 8:30-11 am (Evenings are free)
Topics & Presenters are:
- Ministering to Post-Confirmation Youth & Young Adults: Terri Martinson Elton
- Images of God in the Bible: Terence Fretheim
- Romans: Classic Text, Contemporary Manifesto for Faith
For more information and to register, click here (then scroll to "June 23-26" and click on "School for Lay Ministry" for a drop down menu with descriptions and link to registration.)
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ELCA Day at Valleyfair
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Monday, June 30, 2014
Enjoy a day at Valleyfair at a discounted rate!
Groups of any size and age are welcome!
Click here for more information and to pre-order tickets.
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The Synod Journey to the
2015 ELCA Youth Gathering
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Pre-Registration Info! 
Did you miss the Spring Training Meetings for the 2015 Synod Journey and ELCA Youth Gathering? The recorded webinar, PowerPoints and other handouts and resources are now available at www.nemnsynod.org/SynodJourney.
Registration details, financial assistance applications, and volunteer opportunity applications are now available on the ELCA Youth Gathering site at www.elca.org/Gathering.
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Discipleship Challenge: Love Like Jesus!
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The Discipleship Challenge is about deepening our faith practices and developing leaders, as we strive to follow and love like Jesus on a daily basis. A new series of resources will begin again in September. The videos and discussion guides from the last two years are still available at www.nemnsynod.org/Discipleship - they make for great summer Bible studies and resources!
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Continuing Education Events Beyond Our Synod
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Our synod is located just hours away from some of the top youth ministry training in the nation! Click on the organizations below for a complete listing of training opportunities!
Youth Leadership
Offers 3 hour, one day, intensive and certificate programs.
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EveryDay / Peer Ministry / Marilyn Sharpe Ministries
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Youth Ministry Position
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Children's Ministry Director
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Pine City
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church is seeking someone to reach out to children and their families through activities that promote a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and involvement in the church. Primary focus for this position will be on students from birth through grade 6 and their families through the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities that promote faith development through education, service, worship and fellowship activities. A primary responsibility includes walking alongside a core group of dedicated and highly competent volunteers. Interested persons should send a cover letter and resume to Martha Herbert at orlcyouth@gmail.com or via mail to ORLC, 825 Golf Ave. SW, Pine City, MN 55063. |
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