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SUMMARY:MEF Sunday
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, September 17\, 2023\, the NTNL’s Mission Endowment Fund will celebrate the annual MEF Sunday event! \nIn conjunction with North Texas Giving Day on Tuesday\, September 19\, 2023\, our event continues to spread awareness of the Mission Endowment Fund. \nAs you already know\, the MEF is the grant giving arm of the Northern Texas-Northern Louisiana Synod of the ELCA which provides needed and necessary money to our own congregations to start or to continue ministries which would not be funded otherwise. \nWe will provide our congregations with materials which will inform about the MEF in general\, will provide exciting updates about our next Seeds that Change banquet\, will celebrate current grant recipient’s progress\, will outline the steps for the next grant application process\, and will offer new avenues to assist with our Legacy Partner efforts.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/mef-sunday/
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CATEGORIES:Mission Endowment Fund,NT-NL Synod
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SUMMARY:Seeds That Change
DESCRIPTION:The Mission Endowment Fund is thrilled to announce that the next Seeds That Change fundraising gala will take place on Saturday\, October 7\, 2023\, at 7pm\, at Calvary Lutheran Church in Richland Hills\, Texas. \nThis year’s theme is “Red Carpet Celebration” which will provide ample opportunity for our recent and previous grant recipients to elaborate on their ministries.  In addition to celebrating the grant recipients\, we will auction off exciting items.  The money raised will aid the next application awards. \nMore exciting details will be announced soon!
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/seeds-that-change/
LOCATION:Calvary Lutheran Church – Richland Hills\, 7620 Baker Blvd\, Richland Hills\, TX\, 76118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mission Endowment Fund
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SUMMARY:Synod Council Meetings
DESCRIPTION:These meetings will be held online only. Since the last two years we had to move online due to weather\, it seems wise to simply plan for that now. \nSynod Council (and Deans) will be meeting TBD \nMore details forthcoming.
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/synod-council-feb-2024/
LOCATION:TX
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SUMMARY:Seeds That Change Banquet
DESCRIPTION:The Mission Endowment Fund of the Northern Texas-Northern Louisiana Synod (NT-NL) of the ELCA joyfully announces the official Save the Date for its most anticipated event of the year: the Seeds That Change fundraising banquet\, happening on Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\, at Iglesia Luterana Santa Maria de Guadalupe in Irving\, Texas. \nAnchored by the theme “Dream Boldly. Give Generously. Serve Faithfully.”\, this powerful evening will bring together a community of hope-filled believers committed to planting seeds of sustainable change in ministries across the synod. Widely celebrated as a vibrant evening of generosity\, storytelling\, and community impact\, Seeds That Change has become the event-of-the year for those passionate about planting hope and growing ministry across the region. This year’s banquet promises to be even more memorable—with powerful testimonials\, unforgettable entertainment\, and a renewed vision for transforming lives through strategic\, long-term support of local ministries. \nEvent Details\nWhat: Seeds That Change Fundraising Banquet\nWhen: Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\nWhere: Iglesia Luterana Santa Maria de Guadalupe\, Irving\, TX\nWhy: To support the Mission Endowment Fund and grow sustainable\, life-giving ministries\nthroughout the NT-NL Synod \nTickets Go On Sale in August! \n“This is more than a fundraiser—it’s a movement! This banquet embodies what it means to be the church together—dreaming boldly\, giving generously\, and serving faithfully\,” said Jennifer Hachmeister\, Executive Director. “It’s the event-of-the-year for everyone who believes in transforming lives through faith-driven generosity.” The fundraiser brings together congregations\, donors\, and synod leaders for an unforgettable night of connection\, celebration\, and purpose. All proceeds from the evening will benefit the Mission Endowment Fund\, empowering ministries with grants that support outreach\, innovation\, and long-term mission sustainability. \nMark Your Calendars \nSave the date now—and stay tuned! Sponsorship details\, ticket links\, and event announcements are coming soon. Be ready to claim your seat when tickets go on sale this August. Together\, we dream. Together\, we give. Together\, we grow change. \nFor inquiries\, sponsorship interest\, or to get involved:\nJennifer Hachmeister\nmef@ntnl.org
URL:https://www.ntnl.org/event/seeds-that-change-2025/
LOCATION:Iglesia Luterana Santa María\, 2601 S. MacArthur Blvd.\, Irving\, TX\, 75060\, United States
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