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News and Events
Saint Paul Area Synod
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Fighting hunger, one turkey at a time.
A recent article by the Star Tribune reported on the Rev. Rick White's challenge to gather 1,000 turkeys by December 15 at his congregation at Gethsemane, St. Paul. When White saw that the youth at Gethesmane could make 1,000 turkey sandwiches for homeless residents of their community, he felt moved to "issue a challenge" to the whole congregation.
Read the Star Tribune article here.
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Did you miss Seminary of the Streets last week?
Seminary of the Streets-Saint Paul meets monthly to learn what God is doing in and through the missional communities of the Saint Paul Area Synod, ELCA. Eat, sing, pray, and share stories about meeting God in the margins. December will feature Las Posadas, a Latin-American Christmas celebration depicting Mary and Joseph's journey to the inn, and an opportunity to learn about the ministry at Pueblo de Fe. RSVP at 612.703.4752. See the Flyer (PDF) for information and to register.  "Like" Seminary of the Streets on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/Seminary-of-the-Streets-Saint-Paul-Area-Synod/ |
Why Can't My Church be More Like Camp?: The Power of Immersion Learning in Faith Formation
November 26-27, 2012Luther Seminary, St. Paul. The Center for First Third Ministries at Luther Seminary presents a dialogue entitled, Why Can't My Church be More Like Camp?: The Power of Immersion Learning in Faith Formation. Mike King of YouthFront and Paul Hill of Vibrant Faith Lutheran Outdoor Ministries are the presenters. Cost is $150. For more information and to register, visit www.firstthird.org/events. |
ELCA begins homeless ministry network
Leaders from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and representatives from 14 homeless ministries across the country have officially launched the ELCA homeless ministry network -- a coalition of ministries designed not only as an outreach, but led by people with personal experiences of homelessness and poverty. Read complete news release. |
Need some kitchen items for your congregation?
Augustana, West St. Paul, has unneeded kitchen supplies, including china plates, cups, flatware, and thermal coffee servers to give away. If you are interested in acquiring these items for your church kitchen, contact cpochardt@augustana.com |
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