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Godly Play

Godly Play Core Training is child-centered and hands-on method for teaching the stories of scripture.
 
Zoom gathering, Tuesday, May 26 from 6-9 p.m. and in-person training Saturday, May 30 from 8:30-5:00 at Grace, Hermantown
 
For Pastors, Deacons, Youth Ministry professionals, Sunday School teachers, volunteers working with children and youth. Cost is $350 per person.
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Looking for an update about our Bishop Election Process?

Visit our Bishop Election webpage for up-to-date information about our election timeline including nominations, conference assemblies, and nominee forums throughout our synod.  

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2026 Synod Assembly

April 24-26, 2026

Breezy Point Resort

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2026 Bishop Election Committee Updates

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Neighbor to Neighbor

Response

Information & Resources

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Godly Play Core Training

 

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Emmanus Fund Gala

Saturday, April 25, 2026

 

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2026 EcoFaith Summit of the Upper Midwest

April 18, 2026

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A statement from ELCA Presiding Bishop Curry on ICE shooting in Minneapolis

A statement from ELCA Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry on Venezuela

 

A statement from the six Synod Bishops in Minnesota

 

A statement from Presiding Bishop Curry and the six Synod Bishops in Minnesota

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