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week of January 8, 2017
Let's kickoff the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation in style!

Mark your Calendars now: FREE EVENT!
Come One, Come All!
Please pre-register so that we can ensure to have plenty of materials and refreshments, but don't let that stop you from attending!

The Northeastern Minnesota Synod is hosting a Bishop's Convocation to commemorate this special anniversary year: on Saturday January 21st from 1:00-4:00 pm at Our Savior's in Hibbing and on Sunday January 22nd from 2:00-5:00 pm at First Lutheran in Aitkin.
 
We will offer several options for workshops (pick 2) and Bishop David Zellmer from the South Dakota Synod will speak about "How the Heck Did We Get to the Reformation?" Click here for workshop descriptions.

Workshop options are:
  • Lutherans and Creation Care
  • Lutherans and Immigration: Ministry at a Time of Migration
  • Lutheran Teaching at the School of Lay Ministry
  • Lutheran Theology: God at work in the world (led by LYO Youth)
  • ELCA Today: Grounded and Changing
  • The Global Lutheran
  • Picture the Reformation: Luther, Cranach and the Power of the Visual
  • Faith Outside: Engaging the future of the church
It promises to be a great time! The event is free and all are welcome. Please pre-register to allow for the number of materials and refreshments needed. Please sign up at: https://2017nemnconvo.eventbrite.com or call the Synod office to register. 218.724.4424 x127


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What Would Luther Do Today?
Join Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton in a FREE "Big Class" offered by ChurchNext
 
Have you ever wondered what Martin Luther would do if he were here today? Join Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton and thousands of learners around the world in a free course where you will learn how to apply Luther's thoughts and writings to contemporary issues.
 
Offered by ChurchNext in partnership with Augsburg Fortress and United Lutheran Seminary, this course or "Big Class" provides a rich learning environment for those seeking to gain a better understanding of how Lutheranism might address current affairs.
 
The course opens January 16 and is free through January 30. Because you can watch the course anytime, it's perfect for individuals, as well as small and large groups. (Group resources are available here.)
 
Secure your spot and learn in community with those around the world and with Presiding Bishop Eaton how Martin Luther might deal with the pressing issues of today.

 


Bishop's Visitation to Confirmation Students and their parents

Bishop Aitken invites you to request him for a Bishop's Visitation to your Confirmation Class.  What works best for his schedule is to do these Visitations to clusters of congregations. He encourages parents to come that night as well so he can meet them and include them in the teaching time. He will teach the gospel, talk about Christian Vocation, the role of the Christian in our world, our call in Christ and end with Communion and Commissioning for service with Anointing oil from Palestine.
Events Around the Synod

If you would like to have your event included, please send a brief press release, including the Who, What, Where, When & Why of your event, in an email to anne.laechel@gmail.com. 
No PDF flyers please
. Only the text information will be included.
   

Annual Chili Feed - Our Savior's Lutheran, Duluth
Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017-4:30-6:30 pm.
Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 4831 Grand Ave., Duluth, MN 218-624-3648
Come and enjoy a variety of chili, dessert and beverage Vote for your favorite chili. Individuals and/or groups are invited to enter their best tasting chili. The entry fee is $20.00 and must be submitted to the church office by Monday, Feb. 6, 2017. Please make approx. 3 crock pots of chili. Total prize money is dependent on the number of entrants. The best tasting chili will be determined by a vote of all people attending the event. Cost: A free will offering to benefit the local Food Shelf will be collected.
Employment Opportunities

Director of Children & Family Ministry - Lutheran Church of the Cross, Nisswa
Lutheran Church of the Cross (LCC), a vibrant congregation in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes area, is seeking a Director of Children and Family Ministry. The Director that we seek has a passion for Children's Ministry, experience in this area, education degree and is excited to be a part of dynamic staff and team that works with Children and Youth ministry. Our Director will be responsible for leadership, development, and implementation of ministry for the growing number of children and families at LCC, targeting children from birth to sixth grade and their families. Compensation rate for this position is commensurate with experience. This position is 32 hours a week.  If you have questions about this position please contact Pastor Kari Williamson (218-963-2564 or pastorkarilcc@gmail.com) To apply for this position, submit a written letter of interest, together with a resume, addressed to Pastor Kari Williamson at Lutheran of the Cross, P.O. Box 29, Nisswa, MN 56468. The position will remain open until filled.
In This Issue
Reformation 500 Kick-off

Bulletin Board

What Would Luther Do Today?

Bishop's Confirmation Visits

Events Around the Synod

Employment Opportunities

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