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Anti-Racism Workshop 
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Jan. 22 and Jan. 23

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February 7th and 8th
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Christmas Message from Bishop Burk
Called Together in Mission
Save the date - March 14, 2015

We are people of the Spirit! Join members of the Southeastern Iowa Synod for Called Together in Mission (CTIM) on March 14 at First Lutheran Church in Cedar Rapids. 

 

This year, CTIM is excited to welcome Dr. Troy Troftgruben, assistant professor at Wartburg Theological Seminary, as the keynote speaker. Troy will engage and inspire conference participants to action around the topic - what it means to be people of the Spirit.

 

Join us on March 14th for a day that will leave you with a fresh understanding of our identity as children of God, led by the Spirit.

 

Workshop information and registration will be available in January.

Churchwide News
Christmas Message from Bishop Eaton

I recall this image from my home congregation: A banner depicting Mary

and Jesus in the manger and the backlit silhouette of the cross cast over this

scene. It was jarring. The cross on Christmas? I didn't like it.

 

Christmas can carry so much emotional freight. We must be merry and filled with good cheer. We are driven to get everything perfect by the stroke of midnight on Christmas Eve. We are filled with wistful longing. But what are we longing for? See the full image and read the rest of the message

Synod Events
Anti-Racism Workshop

Martin Luther King Day
January 19,2015
9:00AM-3:00PM
Synod Center for Ministry

Let us resolve to not let the events in Ferguson be for nothing. We have tremendous power to initiate healing and change within our communities. Rather than sit back and watch, let us come together to listen to each other, share our stories, hold each other in faith, and work toward a common goal.

"Despite the anger, violence and injustice connected with this sad and horrible tragedy, we should not abandon our hope or our neighbors. The reconciliation we have with God in Christ leads us to our neighbors with the hope that we can engage one another in a common cause.  We come together at the cross. It is our only hope. And, resting in the conviction that we are redeemed, we can begin the hard work of confronting the reality of systemic racism in our country. Because of the cross, we have peace; we have hope; we are loved."  Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton speaking of events in Ferguson, MO.  

Sacred Trust Boundaries Workshop
Rostered leaders and church professionals are invited to attend a one-day Sacred Trust Workshop. This workshop will be presented from 9:00am-3:00pm in two different locations:

Thursday, January 22 
Windsor Heights Lutheran Church, Windsor Heights

Friday, January 23
Faith Lutheran Church, Eldridge

The cost is $25 per person, which includes lunch. You can learn more about the event and register online: here.
ConFest 2015

A high-impact, low-cost, event for junior high youth who are involved in confirmation ministry across the Southeastern Iowa Synod. We invite all middle school students and adult advisors to come and discover their place in God's Story!

The same event will be held on two dates at two locations 

 

Saturday, February 7

Bethany Lutheran Church

West Branch

 

Sunday, February 8

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Ankeny

 

Click here for more information and registration.

You're Invited
Jane Voigts presents "Our Funny Bible" 

Jane Voigts, a United Methodist Church pastor who grew up as a member of Windsor Heights Lutheran Church, will present "Our Funny (as in Ha Ha) Bible" on Sunday, January 4, 6:30 p.m. Her presentation will be at Windsor Heights Lutheran Church. The evening will include a potluck supper at 5:30 p.m., as well as improv games for the whole family. For more information contact Windsor Heights Lutheran Church at 515-277-6277

34th Annual Rural Ministry Conference
Where leaders in rural communities and congregations gather to gain insight and inspiration, to network and neighbor that our ministries might be empowered. This ecumenical conference includes worship, keynote speakers, workshops, and Bible study, and offers participants a unique opportunity to network with others who are active in and concerned about rural ministry. Learn more and register
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