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News and Events
Saint Paul Area Synod
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Minnesota Council of Churches opposes voter ID amendment
The Minnesota Council of Churches (MCC), of which the Saint Paul Area Synod is a member, announced its opposition to the voter identification amendment at a press conference on Oct. 16. Bishop Peter Rogness, as president of the organization, delivered a statement outlining the decisions why the MCC took this step. Read the bishop's remarks from the press conference. |
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Faith and Criminal Justice Forum this Tuesday
Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m.
Immanuel, St. Paul. The Saint Paul Area Synod anti-racism task force is sponsoring a forum on the draft social statement from the ELCA on the criminal justice system in the U.S. The statement was created to invite members of the church to engage in moral deliberation on this major social issue.
Download the draft social statement here: Hearing the Cries: Faith and Criminal Justice.
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Check out the new Portico Benefits website
The new Portico web site features a portal for plan members and a portal for employers. Between now and the end of the year, New content will be added in stages to the new site. Check it out now at www.porticobenefits.org.
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Getting youth excited about a future in ministry
Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 
Don't miss this chance to give your congregation's youth an inside look at what life in seminary is like! On Nov. 8 Luther Seminary is hosting Previews, a half day event for high school youth showcasing opportunities and callings of ministry. Youth will take part in engaging sessions, conversations with Luther Seminary students and faculty, campus tours, and more! To register your group or to find out more, visit www.luthersem.edu/previews.
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SPIN Series: Remembering and Honoring Dakota Stories
At the Saint Paul Area Synod Assembly in May 2012, voting members adopted a resolution regarding reconciliation with Native Americans. The resolution called upon congregations to use resources developed by the Saint Paul Interfaith Network (SPIN).
This fall, SPIN presents a series focusing on reconciliation with Native Americans. Sessions will be held from 7:00-9:15 p.m. at the American Indian Magnet School, 1075 E. 3rd St., Saint Paul, MN 55106.
- Oct. 22 Dakota Voices I - JB Weston, tribal historian and Art Owen, historian and spiritual leader
- Oct. 29 Dakota Voices II - Sydney Beane, educator/activist, Gabrielle Strong, descendant of Dakota 38
- Nov. 5 Future Voices - American Indian students tell stories and hopes
For more information on the fall series and SPIN, visit www.spinterfaith.org. In addition, congregations can learn more about the 150th Anniversary of the hanging of the 38 Dakota in Mankato in the six-part series in the Star Tribune, "In the Footsteps of Little Crow." |
2013 Salary and Compensation Guidelines now available
2013 Salary and Compensation Guidelines for the Saint Paul Area Synod are now available on the synod website. A direct link can also be found in the bottom right corner of our home page. |
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