In order to provide opportunities for us to learn, to talk, and to grow in our understanding of each other in a safe and constructive environment, the NT-NL’s Public Witness Team has established BRIDGES, a book club where these conversations may take place. The first book for discussion is Jim Wallis’s America’s Original Sin: Racism,...
Here are the recordings from this event: Congregational Leadership in Changing Times for Changing Churches, Part 1 Congregational Leadership in Changing Times for Changing Churches, Part 2 To download the PowerPoint slides, as presented: https://www.ntnl.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/NT-NL-Table-Talk-October-2016-As-Presented.pptx A suggested donation of $5 or more would be appreciated to help us cover costs. You can donate directly to Briarwood. The...
The theme, Women Rooted in the Holy Spirit, is based on Ephesians 3:17, “that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love.” Registration deadline: September 23 For full details and to register: http://ntnllutheranwomen.com/2016convention/
By the Will of the Holy Spirit Paul Zwarich has been called as Pastor to serve Calvary Lutheran Church He will be installed on Saturday, October 8, at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Lutheran Church, 3231 College Hills Blvd, San Angelo, TX 76904. All are welcome. Rostered Leaders are invited to vest and process. The color for the installation...
By the Will of the Holy Spirit Nicholaus Chove has been authorized as a SAWL (Synodically Authorized Worship Leader) for Umoja International Church He will be installed on Sunday, October 9, at 4:00 p.m. at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 1659 Sandy Ln, Fort Worth, TX 76112. All are welcome. Rostered Leaders are invited to vest and...
Hosted by St. Luke’s, Richardson, and Oromo Ministries. COMPLETELY BOOKED! No more tables or seats available! To donate items for the silent/live auction, contact hattie.hammer@sbcglobal.net or 972-296-3703. For more information about the MEF: https://www.ntnl.org/partners-ministry/mef/ ***St. Luke's received a grant from Thrivent to cover costs of hosting the "Seeds That Change" Dinner/Fundraiser!***
This will be the tenth Lutheran Hymn Festival to be held in Dallas since 1993. This year's festival will feature hymnody both from the Lutheran tradition with next year's 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Many of the hymns are written and composed by Martin Luther. The purpose of the Lutheran Hymn Festival is to: Glorify...
Emotional Intelligence & Effective Congregational Leadership with Roy M. Oswald, M.Div, B.Ed. and Mike Murray You may arrive after 2pm on Sunday, October 16, for self-care. For those not attending the Lutheran Hymn Festival, Open Conversation will begin at 7pm. The final event will be lunch on Wednesday, October 19, ending around 1pm. You may choose to...
The U.S. Department of Labor has adopted new overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which go into effect on December 1, 2016. Among other changes, these regulations increase the minimum salary for exempt employees from $23,000 to $47,476. Many congregations, synods, and other ministries of the church have questions about how this...