CHILDREN’S MINISTRY (PART 1) Creating an environment that fosters spiritual growth and reflects God’s love is essential. Here are some best practices to help you cultivate a successful children’s ministry, ensuring it positively impacts the next generation. I....
The Synod Executive Staff, Bishop Ginny, Pastor Rick, and Deacon Kimberly, have just concluded a whirlwind tour of the Synod’s 9 conferences. The goals were to connect with our Synod’s rostered leaders, delve into scripture for grounding and pondering, and to explore...
Tips for Developing a Youth Ministry Establishing a Strong Foundation: Clear Vision and Purpose: Define your ministry’s goals: Faith growth, service, community, or a combination. What impact do you want to have on young lives? Understanding Your Audience: Know...
Recently, Portico shared information about their Benefits reexamined Initiative. Portico, as a ministry of the ELCA, is committed to providing affordable, sustainable benefits for our whole community. THE PROBLEM As health care costs continue to rise nationwide and...
The month of May is designated as Mental Health Awareness Month. It gives us a special opportunity to recognize that mental well-being is just as important as our physical well-being. If someone is struggling with arthritis and joint issues, we would encourage them to...
