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Pastor Karen Castillo and Diego Gil from Guatemala will again be our special guests as we celebrate 20 years of companionship with our global companions in the Iglesia Luterana Agustina […]

“Who has God created me to be?” This retreat will provide you with an opportunity to look deeply at who you are and how God has uniquely blessed you with […]

This event is for rostered ministers for pastors and deacons in the Saint Paul Area Synod, including those who are retired. The Bishop's Theological Conference is a time for study, worship, unstructured time and abundant conversations.  This year's featured speaker is the Rev. Heidi Neumark, recently retired pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Manhattan. She […]

This gathering will be held over Zoom. Sarah Crippen, synod attorney, will offer an information session on the new Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave program, which goes into effect on January 1, 2026. Congregation presidents and treasurers, as well as active rostered ministers, are encouraged to participate in this Zoom gathering on Tuesday, October […]

Pastors and deacons in the Saint Paul Area Synod are invited to this brief time of scripture, music and prayers. No registration is needed; just join us in person or in prayer wherever you are.

Rostered ministers in the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Area Synods are invited to gather for worship, fellowship, and reflection on Semper Reformanda (“always reforming”). Augsburg University President Dr. Paul Pribbenow, an esteemed leader in higher education, will be the featured presenter. He will speak about recent executive orders and changing demographics that impact all colleges […]

You're invited to a Listening Session hosted by the Saint Paul Area Synod Bishop Election Team! This is an important opportunity for your voice to shape the future of our shared ministry. As we begin the journey of discerning our next bishop, we want to hear from you. What qualities, values, and leadership do you […]

A discernment retreat hosted by the ELCA synods of Region 3 in the states of Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota Wondering what’s next? Wondering if God is calling you to something different? Wondering if there’s “something more”? Explore these and other questions in the context of our faith, with other wonderers through storytelling, introspection, […]

RESCHEDULED DUE TO ILLNESS! The Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods invite all congregation communicators to a fall retreat! This is a great opportunity to connect with others, build community and learn about leveraging video in your ministry (and where to start if you haven't yet). Featured presenter Sitraka Rakotoarivelo is the media production specialist […]

You're invited to a Listening Session hosted by the Saint Paul Area Synod Bishop Election Team! This is an important opportunity for your voice to shape the future of our shared ministry. As we begin the journey of discerning our next bishop, we want to hear from you. What qualities, values, and leadership do you […]

Rostered ministers in this synod are expected to participate in boundary training every five years. We are excited to pilot a new boundary workshop this year! Boundary trainings often focus solely on the leader. What if healthy boundary tending also included consideration of the systems in which the leader inhabits? We are grateful to partner […]