Mission Endowment Fund Grant Application Window Opens October 1, 2024
The Mission Endowment Fund (MEF) is pleased to announce the opening of its annual grant application window on October 1, 2024. This opportunity provides funding for congregations engaged in innovative projects that align with the mission and vision of the Northern Texas-Northern Louisiana (NT-NL) Synod.
The Mission Endowment Fund exists to support initiatives that promote outreach, growth, and sustainable change in local communities and beyond. Grants are awarded to programs that foster spiritual growth, social justice, leadership development, and creative ministry models that reflect the mission of the NT-NL Synod.
Who Can Apply:
Applications are open to all congregations within the NT-NL Synod who are seeking financial support for mission-driven projects that address urgent needs, create lasting impacts, and engage the community in meaningful ways.
How to Apply:
The application form and detailed guidelines are available at NTNL.org/ministries/MEF. Applicants are encouraged to review the criteria and requirements carefully before submitting their proposals. The submission deadline is October 31, 2024.
Key Focus Areas for Funding Include:
- Community outreach programs
- Leadership and ministry development
- Educational projects
- Youth and family ministry
Questions?
The Mission Endowment Fund team is available to assist with any questions or clarifications. Interested applicants can reach out to mef@ntnl.org for further information and support during the application process.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make a significant impact in your community through the Mission Endowment Fund!
New Hope, Keller German Polka Reformation Service
Join New Hope, Keller on Reformation Sunday, October 27th, for a celebration with the German Band of North Texas. Service will be followed by a German potluck.
Featured Resources for October
Clergy Appreciation Day is celebrated annually on the second Sunday in October (October 13 this year).
Clergy Appreciation Month is celebrated annually in October.
How might you honor the faith leaders in your community to show your gratitude for their faithful leadership, especially in these times? When was the last time your community encouraged and supported your faith leaders in observing a regular Sabbath? How might that support be sustained going forward?
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Where in the world is?
NT-NL synod staff are excited to engage in-person on Sundays for worship. As good stewards of time and travel dollars, we will be utilizing online meeting formats in our new hybrid reality when possible. If you would like to schedule a meeting with the bishop or Synod staff please contact them directly.
Bishop Gronberg:
October 6: Faith Lutheran & Faith Episcopal, Wichita Falls
October 11-12: Wartburg Seminary Board Meeting, Dubuque, Iowa
October 13-15: Facilitating St. Paul Area Synod Theological Conference, Alexandria, Minnisota
October 21-30: Synod Trip to Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sierra Leone
Pastora Bañales:
Pastor Fitting-Snyder:
September 30-October 2: First Call Retreat, La Grange
October 3: Intern Cluster Retreat, Calvary, Richland Hills
October 5: Seeds That Change MEF Banquet, Advent, Arlington
October 10: Herbener Lecture, King of Glory, Dallas
October 12-13: 70th Anniversary Celebration, Grace, Abilene
October 19: Candidacy Committee, Good Shepherd, Irving
October 22: First Call Pastors Check-In, Zoom
October 27: Christ, Dallas
Upcoming Events
With the ever-changing guidelines and recommendations in our world right now, as we maintain physical distance in social solidarity, please keep in mind these events may be moved online, postponed, or cancelled:
- October 5: Seeds That Change Banquet, Advent, Arlington
- October 10: 12th Annual Herbener Lecture “Who is My Neighbor”, King of Glory, Dallas
- October 12: Cost of Poverty Experience, Calvary, Richland Hills
- October 12: Parish Lay Ministry Academy, Zoom
- October 11-12: WELCA Women’s Retreat, King of Glory, Dallas
- October 22: First Call Pastors Check-in, Zoom
- November 9: Public Witness Team Meeting
- November 9: Parish Lay Ministry Academy, Fall 2024
- November 9: Upper Elementary Retreat, Resurrection, Plano
- November 26: First Call Pastors Check-in, Zoom
Access our full online Calendar here. Updates made regularly.
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