This event will focus on scripture study and preaching preparation for Advent and Christmas. The time will include presentations on lectionary texts, group discussion about contextual realities and emerging themes, and individual time to reflect on preaching possibilities. It's a great opportunity to gather and focus preaching ideas for the festival season before the fall...
First Call Theological Education Fall Retreat will be held on September 28-30 at Briarwood Retreat Center. In preparation for the retreat, please buy and read Healthy churches, Faithful Pastors by David Keck. Registration deadline is September 14.
Please join us in celebrating the installation of The Reverend Erik K. J. Gronberg as Bishop of the Northern Texas-Northern Louisiana Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will be preaching and presiding. Service at 10am. Gathering music at 9:30am. Rostered Leaders are invited to vest. The color of the day...