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October 16, 2024
EaND News and Events
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EaND Synod Fall Gatherings
Bishop Tessa encourages all congregations to invite at least 4 people attend our Fall Gatherings. This annual event is one way for those across the synod to be connected, which is a goal in our strategic plan. Join Bishop Tessa and other synod staff for a time of prayer, co, and mutual learning!
DATES & LOCATIONS
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Prairie Rose Conference: November 2, 9am-11am, Red Willow Ministries
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Spirit Lake Conference: November 2, 1pm-3pm, St. Olaf Lutheran, Devils Lake
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Grafton Conference: November 2, 4:30pm-6:30pm, Park River Bible Camp
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Grand Forks Conference: November 3, 1pm-3pm, Augustana Lutheran, Grand Forks
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Mayville Conference: November 3, 4:30pm-6:30pm, Mayville Lutheran Church
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Fargo Conference: November 7, 6:30pm-8:30pm, St. John Lutheran, Fargo
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Wahpeton Conference: November 9, 10am-12pm,Trinity Lutheran, Lisbon
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Jamestown Conference: November 9, 2pm-4pm, St. John's Lutheran, Jamestown
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Endowment Sunday: November 17, 2024
Building on the success of the Vital Leaders Endowment Fund, the Eastern North Dakota Synod launched 5 additional endowment funds this year: Sustaining Fund, Resurrection Fund, Native American Ministry Fund, Holy Innovations Fund, and Campus Ministry Fund.
Congregations are encouraged to celebrate Synod Endowment Sunday on Sunday November 17th as one way to celebrate and support these new endowment funds. Consider taking a special offering or making a designated gift to one of the new endowment funds to help the synod support thriving ministry for generations to come!
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Technology Use Survey
As we seek to live into our goal of increasing connection throughout the synod, we are working to assess current technology use and identify barriers, needs, and challenges for congregations and ministries in accessing and utilizing technology. Each congregation/ministry is invited to fill out the Technology Use and Needs survey at this link. Please complete one survey for each congregation or ministry site.
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"Kids These Days" Event Recording Now Available
Did you miss the Vital Conversations event earlier this month? The recording of "Kids These Days: Accompanying Young People in a Changing World" is now available. To access the recording, click this link and register for the Zoom option of the event, and the recording will be emailed to you.
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New Devotional Resource
We are excited to share a new devotional resource now available for download! "Living our Baptism: The Marks of Discipleship" is a monthly devotional resource and reflection guide created especially for councils and ministry teams. Download the devotional here.
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Call Process
Please pray for congregations and rostered ministers in the call process. You can find a list of congregations currently in the call process on our website.
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Together we respond to God’s provision by sharing of our financial gifts, both as an act of worship and in support of our mission and ministry as Christ’s Church. Our shared gifts support ministry of our congregations, in our community, across the Eastern North Dakota Synod, throughout the ELCA, and around the globe. Today we recognize:
Financial support to the Eastern North Dakota Synod provides for synod leadership including the Bishop, synod staff, and the synod council.
Share "Offering Connections" in your worship bulletin or congregational newsletters! Download the Offering Connections Document: PDF or Word
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Dacotah O'yate Kids Christmas Project
See the graphic below for information about this year's Dacotah O'yate Christmas Project. If you would like tags, please contact Pr. JoHanna Buccholz at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Devils Lake.
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Hurricane Relief Through LDR
Click here to support those impacted by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton through Lutheran Disaster Response.
These storms have devastated communities across the southeastern United States. Your gifts help provide immediate relief, such as water, clothing, gift cards, tarps and other needs. Since many hurricanes also require a long-term response, Lutheran Disaster Response provides support on the long road to recovery with disaster case management, construction management, unmet needs, and emotional and spiritual care.
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Women in Ministry and Money
Webinar Series w/ Dr. Crystal Hall
November 4-8, 2024; 11am-12pm CST
Women in ministry are invited to participate in this upcoming webinar series with Dr. Crystal Hall. In the thick of stewardship season it’s easy for money to feel icky, like a necessary evil or out of your control, especially when it comes to the church budget and your own finances. But it’s more than possible to cultivate confidence with money. This 5-day series is going to change your relationship with money as a woman in ministry for the better.
Learn more and register at this link.
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ELCA Truth & Healing Movement Programming
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October 24, 2-4pm CST: Class: "Indigenous Thought & Theology"
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November 10, 7-8:30pm CST: "Toward Truth & Healing: How Churches Face Accountability for Their Indian Boarding Schools"
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November 18 & 19: Vine Deloria Jr. Theological Symposium
Click here for class descriptions and more information about the Truth & Healing Movement. No pre-registration required for these events; simply click "Join Class."
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Grief During the Holidays Gathering
First Lutheran Church (Adult Ed. Room)
Wednesday, November 6 + 11:30-1:00pm
Managing grief during the holiday season can be overwhelming. This gathering will enable people to identify and learn how to manage emotions that can surface when grieving during the holidays. Anyone is welcome to attend this FREE event and a light lunch will be provided. No registration required. Click here to
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News from Portico: Ready for Annual Enrollment?
Watch for an email from Portico when your Annual Enrollment window is open. This is your opportunity to make decisions about health coverage, pre-tax and Roth retirement contributions, vision care services, supplemental life insurance, beneficiaries, and more. Questions about coverage or have a change of call pending? The Portico Customer Care Center, 800.352.2876, is always here to help.
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Young Adult Retreat
Registration Deadline: October 25
Our neighbors in the Western North Dakota Synod are inviting young adults in EaND to participate in a retreat at Badlands Ministries this November!
When: November 1-3, 2024
Where: Badlands Ministries, Medora ND
Who: College students and young adults aged 18-24
What: A weekend of spiritual renewal in the badlands! Grow in faith through intentional conversations, community and fellowship, and guided activities to engage all our senses. This retreat will feature guest speaker, Pastor Rachel Simonson, Lutheran Campus Ministry pastor at Minot State University.
Registration: Free to attend! Simply fill out this online form.
More information can be found at 2024 Young Adult Retreat | Facebook
Download retreat flyer here.
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ELCA Civic Engagement & Election Resources
The ELCA has put together several resources to equip individuals and faith communicates to navigate this election cycle and to engage in the electoral process. Click on the resources below to learn more.
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Faith + Lead Mental Health Course
Faith + Lead is offering a new online course called "God and Mental Health Challenges: Tools for navigating mental health with compassion and hope." Thanks to a generous donor with a passion for mental health in church communities, this course is being offered at no cost. Learn more at this link.
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Fellowship Opportunity: The Seeds Project
Registration Deadline: October 31, 2042
The Seeds Project is a 10-month, fully funded fellowship for leaders who are passionate about the Gospel, eager to grow, and creative in their approach to developing new ways of being church in a changing world. Apply by October 31, 2024 to join this training network through Faith+Lead. Click here to learn more.
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Beloved Art and Practice Virtual Advent Retreat
Dn. Michelle Walka, Director of Beloved Art and Practice, will be hosting a virtual Advent retreat in December. Through this year's theme of “A Pilgrim’s Journey” we will explore a posture of holy wandering through prayer, reflection and creative practice. In the midst of what can be a “busy” season, this space is an invitation to gently dwell as a whole person (in mind, body, and spirit). You do not need any special art skills for this time. An optional & simple supply list will be provided. Learn more and register at this link or download this flyer.
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Used Church Furnishings to Give Away
St. Mark's Lutheran Church of Fargo is renting worship space and is no longer in need of the following items: brass altar cross; brass altar Bible stand; 2 hymnal boards, 8ft. wide altar and a smaller altar; pulpit; and a hanging eternal light fixture. Please get in touch with the church office at 701.235.5591 if interested. Photos of these items are available on the EaND website (scroll down to "Classifieds").
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Phone: 701.232.3381
Physical Address: 1555 43rd St S, Suite 100, Fargo, ND 58103
Mailing Address: PO Box 2019 Fargo, ND 58107
Office Hours:
Monday: by appointment
Tuesday: 9am-4pm
Wednesday: 9am-4pm
Thursday: by appointment
Friday: 9am-4pm
The physical office is only open by appointment on Mondays and Thursdays; however, the phone will be answered between 1pm-4pm.
We are a Reconciling in Christ Synod.
We, as the Eastern North Dakota Synod ELCA, welcome all into the fullness of God's boundless love, without exception. This welcome is inclusive of people of every race, national origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental ability, sex, or station in life. United in Christ, we pledge to use and celebrate our differences as gifts for our work together in all things, including racial equity, intentional invitations, and radical hospitality. Inspired by Christ, we commit to advocate for justice, working for dignity, equity, and wholeness for all people.
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