The Draft Social Statement on Women and Justice was released on November 15. The task force hopes that every synod will have at least one hearing on the draft. Please find more information about hearings in the FAQ. A hearing for NT-NL has been scheduled for January 20 at 10am at Shepherd of Life, Arlington....
On Saturday, February 3, Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration in Dallas will host a Stephen Ministry Introductory Workshop from 9:00 A.M.–1:00 P.M. Local congregations from a variety of denominations around the DFW metroplex will be in attendance. Registration begins at 8:00 A.M. This half-day, three-session workshop is designed to help congregations catch a vision for strengthening their caring ministry through equipping...
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February is African American History Month Community of Hope Lutheran Church, Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, and St. John’s Lutheran Church Invite you to A Celebration of History & Heritage of the Historically African American Lutheran Churches, NT-NL Synod “We’ve Come This Far By Faith!” Presentation from each Church And Fellowship Meal Click here for a flyer with this information.
Theme: Rooted in Faith / Grounded in Love Speaker: Rev. Alexia Salvatierra, Co-author of Faith-Rooted Organizing: Mobilizing the Church in Service to the World Organizers: The Poverty and Justice Task Force (PJTF) of the ELCA Southwestern Texas Synod, in partnership with Texas Impact Location: Gethsemane, Austin, and the Capitol Building, Austin It is our hope that the Sunday program will...
Caring for God’s Creation is the theme. Main Speaker Dr. Tim H. Robinson will explore how Christian theology, ethics, and practice are being re-imagined to equip Christians to faithfully care for creation. Participants will also take part in 3 of 7 workshops such as God’s Joy at Creation and Now, Creating Treasures out of Trash and Better Choices;...
How is God Calling You Into the World? Have you ever wondered about Public Ministry? Or Seminary? Or both? Come visit the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago and find out for yourself what life is like as a seminarian! Seminary Sampler is a three-day event designed for those who want to immerse themselves in...
Following up on the learning from our experience at NT-NL Leadership Convocation, we will be hosting an ELCA Coach Training event Monday-Tuesday, February 26-27, 8am-5pm both days. This will be an opportunity to learn more about coaching and begin the process (for those who desire) towards coaching certification. The event is limited in size and will be...