The Saint Paul Area Synod includes 107 congregations and mission starts on the eastern side of the Twin Cities. Our synod unites the work of congregations in our area, provides support to pastors and congregations, creates mutually transformative partnerships, and emboldens witness for justice.
Synod Life
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR PAID SUMMER INTERNSHIPS
Young adults ages 17-21 are invited to apply for a paid summer internship, funded by the synod’s Planting Hope Campaign. Up to 10 interns will be immersed in feeding the hungry, working with children, social work, communications, working with refugee/immigrant populations, ministry or other roles. Sites include congregations, ministry partners and other nonprofit organizations. Interns also gather weekly for learning and conversation. Interns are paid a $4,000 stipend for 20-24 hours per week, June 10-Aug. 23.
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My Excess…Or Someone’s Need?
Many, if not most, of us are willing to contribute to a request for food for a neighborhood or congregational food shelf. We might be generous with foods we usually buy for ourselves like peanut butter and canned fruits. We might be cleaning our cupboards or closets. Or we might just find a sale...
Looking for a Church Job? Have One to Post?
Check out our job openings page to find open positions at area ELCA congregations and ministry partners. They’re categorized by music & worship; children, youth & families; administration & other opportunities. Click here for the current postings!
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