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November 5, 2025
EaND News and Events
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Professional Development Day: Anti-Racism
Date: January 15th, 2026
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Hillsboro
Cost: $25
Inclement Weather Back-up Date: January 20th
Registration is now open!
The Eastern North Dakota Synod will have a Professional Development Day focused on Anti-Racism on Thursday, January 15th from 10am-3pm. Prairie Rose Seminole will be our presenter. All rostered ministers are expected to participate in Anti-Racism Training every three years. This event is also open to Synod Lay Ministers and others who wish to attend. The cost of this event is only $25, as the programming is being funded by the Vital Leaders Endowment Fund. In case of inclement weather, our backup date will be January 20. This information is also available on our website.
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Stewardship Starters Webinar: Thanking Your Volunteers
November 11, 2025 @ 6pm
"A Ripple of Thanks: Thanking Your Volunteers"
In the season of thanksgiving, join us for conversation around how we cultivate abundant thanks and celebration of volunteers and generosity our congregations. This webinar will be led by Pr. Rebel Hurd from the NWMN Synod.
All are invited to join us for this webinar -- rostered or lay leaders, church council members, stewardship teams, volunteers, etc.
Click here for the Zoom link.
Click here to learn more about the Stewardship Starters Webinar Series.
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January Vital Church Event:
The Church & Politics: Practicing Hard Conversations
Date: Saturday January 24th
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Registration coming soon!
Our world is wrestling with complicated realities, challenging policy divides, and global conflicts. How do we as church and congregation members talk together? How might the church be a good place to bring our worries and wonderings about politics and world realities?
Join on zoom for conversation as we explore why and how we as church can hold space for hard conversations, explore how church and politics intersect, and resources for talking together as congregations.
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Boundaries Training
The Eastern North Dakota Synod is partnering with the Southeastern Minnesota Synod to offer an online Boundaries Training on February 17, 2026 from 1:00-4:00pm. Rostered ministers are required to complete a boundaries training every three years.
Click here to register.
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Joint Theological Day 2026
Save the date for Joint Theological Day: April 16, 2026 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Moorhead. Pr. Emily Harkins will be our speaker. More information coming soon!
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Grace Upon Grace: Cultivating your Congregation's Stewardship Story
Grace Upon Grace: Cultivating your Congregation's Stewardship Story is a devotional and discussion guide created specifically for councils, teams, and congregations in the Eastern North Dakota Synod. This resource invites you to explore the stories of generosity that have shaped you as an individual and as a community and to wonder together about what new stories might be emerging.
As a synod, we will be focusing on understanding, cultivating, and sharing our individual and communal stories as God’s people and Christ’s Church. This story guide is one way to explore your stories-specifically your stories of stewardship and generosity. Our prayer is that the questions and conversations will be a gift to your congregation, strengthening your mission and shared story.
Download this free resource at this link.
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Campus Ministry Sunday
Your congregation is encouraged to have a Campus Ministry Sunday to celebrate and support campus ministry in Eastern North Dakota! Campus ministry staff have created several resources to use for a Campus Ministry Sunday, including an order of worship, video sermon, bulletin inserts, and a campus ministry video. Click here to view these resources to learn more!
Questions? Please contact Pr. Aaron Bye: aaron@christus-rex.org
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Youth Summer Road Trip
No youth worker? No problem! Let the staff of the Eastern North Dakota Campus Ministries organize a week of fun for youth in grades 8-12 for the 2025-2026 academic year. We will experience faith, fellowship and fun as we venture to Winston Salem, NC. This road trip, completely organized and led by campus ministry staff, offers high schoolers a chance to grow spiritually, build friendships, and serve alongside The Dwelling, a ministry dedicated to loving and learning from neighbors experiencing homelessness. Learn more and register at this link or download this flyer to learn more.
Questions? Contact Pr. Kim Adams at kim@lcmndsu.org or Pr. Aaron Bye at aaron@christus-rex.org.
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New Job Posting: Executive Director, Park River Bible Camp
Park River Bible Camp is seeking a passionate and dedicated Executive Director to lead our ministry and carry forward our mission of sharing God’s love and building community through Christ-centered experiences. As Executive Director, you will provide overall leadership for the camp’s ministry, staff, programs, operations, and finances. Working closely with the Board of Directors, you will guide the vision and ensure the ongoing growth and sustainability of Park River Bible Camp.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to: hello@parkriverbiblecamp.org. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position will remain open until filled. Download the job description here.
You can view this posting and other job openings on our website. Have a job posting to share? Please email Alex Benson-Tuff, Connections Coordinator.
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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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The Neighborhood Church: Love Your Neighbor Benefit Night
You and your congregation are invited to "Love Your Neighbor: A Benefit Night for The Neighborhood Church" on Monday, November 17, 2025, 6:30-8 p.m.
Come to enjoy a live mini-concert by Nashville recording artist, Gina Powers, a tasting of delectable desserts, and an opportunity to support the important work of The Neighborhood Church! All generosity shared directly supports our ministries to share food and engage youth & families in our community. The work of The Neighborhood Church is only possible by the grace of God and the generosity and support of folks like you.
To reserve your seat, please rsvp here. Opportunities to share support will happen throughout the evening. If you cannot make it in person, we would be very grateful for any gifts of support shared online at tncfargo.com/support.
Please share the invitation. We look forward to welcoming you on Monday, November 17!
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ELCA World Hunger Daily Bread Grants
You may submit a request for a Daily Bread Grant beginning November 1. Feeding Ministry funding requests will be accepted beginning November 1st on a rolling basis for $500 each until all the funds are expended or for two weeks minimum, closing November 15th at midnight central time. Funding is for ELCA Congregations with a feeding ministry. Funding will be prioritized for rural ministries.
A Microsoft Word version is available upon request, please email hunger@elca.org. Otherwise, applications will only be accepted via this online form beginning November 1st: Feeding Ministry Funding Request – Fill out form
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ELCA Webinar: Creating Accessible Spaces on a Budget
Church should be a place where everyone feels welcome and included, regardless of ability. But making your facilities more accessible doesn't have to break the bank.
Join us on Monday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. Central time for "Creating Accessible Spaces on a Budget," a practical and inspiring webinar designed specifically for churches seeking to improve their accessibility with limited resources.
We'll explore affordable strategies to enhance physical, sensory and digital accessibility in your church buildings and programs. From simple upgrades to creative adaptations, you'll gain tools and ideas that can be implemented right away, no large renovation budget required.
In this workshop, you’ll learn more about:
• Low-cost improvements that make a big impact.
• How to prioritize accessibility changes.
• Ways to engage your congregation in accessibility
Click here to register.
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What is Vocation? Webinar
from The Castle Project
November 17 @ 7pm CST, ZOOM
What does it really mean to have a vocation? Hint: It’s not just about your job — it’s about how you live your faith everywhere God calls you. Join us November 17 for “What is Vocation?” — part of our Equipping for Baptismal Vocation in Daily Life series. Free & open to all.
Register today at this link.
Learn more about The Castle Project.
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Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course
Concordia College Parish Nurse Ministry Program, Moorhead
The Parish Nurse Ministry Program of Concordia College in Moorhead, MN will be offering the Foundations of Faith Community Nursing course March 5, 12, and 19 (on-line via ZOOM) and April 9, 10, and 11 (in-person at First Lutheran Church, 619 N. Broadway, Fargo, ND, 58102). The deadline to register is February 5, 2026. The program is open to licensed RNs who are interested in personal growth and/or starting a health and healing ministry within a faith community.
For additional information, please download this flyer or email Dr. Jean Bokinskie, PhD, RN, PNM Program Director, at bokinski@cord.edu or call/text 701-866-3063. Please visit our website for detailed information, program resources and a link to complete your registration. Parish Nurse Ministry | Concordia College
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Mental Health First Aid Trainings
Quality Health Associates of North Dakota is offering online Mental Health First Aid Trainings. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. Training will be ongoing with multiple trainings offered each month. The class is hosted virtually via Zoom. Training requires 2 hours pre-work plus a post-test and evaluation. This course is valued at $170. Thanks to a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), learners living or working in North Dakota may attend at no charge.
Register and view class dates: www.qualityhealthnd.org/contracts/mhfa
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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is designated by the United States Congress as a day when the friends and family of those who have died by suicide can join together for healing and support. Every year, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention sponsors International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, a program that unites survivors of suicide loss across the world. These events help survivors cope with the tragedy of losing someone to suicide. This year, the AFSP North Dakota Chapter will host activities for you to safely connect, support one another, and share stories on Saturday, November 22 and on other dates. Learn more about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in ND at this link.
Download flyers for events happening in the following cities across Eastern ND:
| The ELCA Rostered Ministers Gathering will take place July 6-9, 2026 in Indianapolis. The theme is "Woven Together." Click here to learn more. | |
Women of the ELCA Triennial Gathering
The Women of the ELCA (WELCA) Triennial Gathering will take place July 16-19, 2026 in Des Moines, IA.
Click here to read about this year's theme, see a list of speakers, browse this year's workshops, and more!
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Youth Musicians Invited to Lutheran Summer Music 2026
Nominate Students for Lutheran Summer Music
You’re invited to nominate a student for LSM 2026! Lutheran Summer Music (LSM) is a faith-based residential music academy for high school students (grades 8-12) who come together from all over the country to immerse themselves in musical excellence and build an intentional, supportive, and FUN community. LSM 2026 takes place at St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN from June 21-July 19 (Full Session) or June 21-July 3 (Half Session). Priority Enrollment is open now through December 1. Nominate students at LSMacademy.org/nominate, and watch and share this LSM Experience Video to learn more!
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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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