News and Events

News and Events

Saint Paul Area Synod
of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Fall Colors from the 2013 Theological Conference

November 4, 2013

Synod profile published and available to download

To provide necessary information for members of the synod and potential candidates for bishop to participate knowledgeably in the bishop election process and understand the needs of the synod, the Bishop Election Committee (BEC) has published a profile of the Saint Paul Area Synod which is now available for the public.

Download the synod profile (PDF). Printed copies will be available at upcoming bishop election events and can be requested in advance through the synod office, 651.224.4313.

Visit 2014 Bishop Election home page

Thank you for a great conference!

Rostered leaders from the Saint Paul Area Synod gathered Oct. 27-29 for the annual Bishop's Theological Conference. Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's conference a success.
For photos from the event, visit the synod Facebook page.

Events like the Theological Conference are only possible with your support. Show your support for the diverse work of this synod by donating Nov. 14 for Give to the Max day! Visit givemn.razoo.com/story/spas-elca anytime on Nov. 14 to submit a one time or recurring donation.

Understanding the current U.S. religious landscape

The Saint Paul Area and Minneapolis Area Synods Practice Discipleship Teams are hosting another Practice Discipleship Training Event that will help those who work with Children, Youth and Family ministries in either paid or volunteer positions to understand the current landscape of religion in America and learn skills and attitudes that will help congregations adapt to the changes of this missional age.

Practice Discipleship Workshop

Nov. 16, 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.,

Westwood Lutheran, Richfield.

Pre-register by sending an email to Don Marsh at dmarsh@augustana.com or calling 651.457.3373, ext. 16.

Seasonings of the Synod: Educational silverware?

Have you seen the educational tableware on the newest of the ELCA World Hunger placemats? The one titled, "What's on ELCA World Hunger's Plate"? Not that the entire placemat isn't educational, but I thought the forks, knife, and spoon were exceptional. They are designed cleverly to emphasize the four ways in which the ELCA World Hunger program works...continue reading.

Seasonings of the Synod provides food for thought from the Saint Paul Area Synod's Hunger Work Group. More seasonings at www.spas-elca.org/seasoningsofthesynod

Bega Kwa Bega Fall Festival this Saturday

Nov. 9, Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Christ the King, New Brighton.

The morning will be filled with fellowship, learning and prayer as we give thanks for the partnership with our brothers and sisters in Tanzania. We will celebrate the life-affirming ministry of Don and Eunice Fultz who are retiring as volunteer companion synod coordinators with a presentation, a reception, and a few more surprises.

For more information about the Bega Kwa Bega Fall Festival, please contact KC Gubrud at kc@claussen-gubrud.net or 612.749.9195.

60+ choir robes available

Abiding Savior, Mounds View has several youth choir robes, youth acolyte robes, and some adult robes available for any congregation that might have use for them. If you or your congregation are interested, please contact Verlinda Plath at office@abidingsavior.org or 763.784.5120.

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