Nebraska Synod ELCA
October 30 – November 3, 2023 Drop-Off Information: Note: Omaha, Scottsbluff, Kearney, & North Platte drop-off sites are at the old Brown Transfer (now Magnum) locations. Thank you Magnum for hosting these pick-up sites! Kearney Address: 911 E. 11th St., Kearney, NE 68847 Phone Number: (308) 237-2244 Times: 9:00am–Noon, 1:00pm–4:00pm Norfolk Address: 1300 W. Benjamin […]
“How, Then, Will I Lead” is an intensive, introspective program for rostered and lay leaders throughout the Nebraska Synod. We recognize that the church, our community, and the world is changing. As ‘old’ approaches to leadership become less useful, this program is intended to help you answer the question ‘How, Then, Will I ?Lead?” Participants […]
Program Description Join us for a book study and conversation that moves us, as author Allen Stanten writes, to RECLAIM the gifts of God’s presence and partnership in rural areas where many have boughten the narrative there is only decay and decline. Join us online where we will not only learn from our reading, but […]
You’re invited to join members of the Synod’s R.A.R.E. (Racial Awareness, Reconciliation and Engagement) group for a fall discussion of the “1619” podcast series. “1619” is a five-part New York Times audio series that was released in 2020 and examines the long shadow of American slavery, from the time enslaved people arrived on our shores […]
The Nebraska Synod Candidacy Committee meets quarterly to discuss business and make decisions related to the Candidacy process in the ELCA. If you are interested in pursuing candidacy, please check out this page for more information.
Program Description Christian witness in the American context faces many challenges. There are those who try to cast doubt on the validity of science or the value of academic research. Some believers even advocate a more or less absolute opposition between science and theology. In this course, you will be introduced to some fascinating scientific […]
Program Description Do you recognize: Those times when your soul feels FULL while listening to a powerful piece of music and you feel energized by the experience? The sense of AWE in those quiet, sacred times of life? The sense of WONDER sitting out on a starry night, contemplating the expanse of the universe and God—and your own small place in […]
Program Description Join us for a book study and conversation that moves us, as author Allen Stanten writes, to RECLAIM the gifts of God’s presence and partnership in rural areas where many have boughten the narrative there is only decay and decline. Join us online where we will not only learn from our reading, but […]
You’re invited to join members of the Synod’s R.A.R.E. (Racial Awareness, Reconciliation and Engagement) group for a fall discussion of the “1619” podcast series. “1619” is a five-part New York Times audio series that was released in 2020 and examines the long shadow of American slavery, from the time enslaved people arrived on our shores […]
The Vitality Initiative for Congregations The Nebraska Synod created the Vitality Initiative for Congregations (VIC) to support and challenge congregations and ministry sites demonstrating generosity, innovation, resilience, collaboration, and grit. This is not a project to be created, or a follow-the-directions or how-to program to be completed. This is an intentional process to go deeper, […]
Other Duties as Assigned: Youth Fundraising! Who knew that when you took on leading Faith Formation in your congregation, you'd also become a professional event planner and fundraiser? Whether you're raising funds for the ELCA Youth Gathering or your next work trip, fundraisers are often an important part of the youth ministry gig. Join NE […]
Other Duties as Assigned: Youth Fundraising! Who knew that when you took on leading Faith Formation in your congregation, you'd also become a professional event planner and fundraiser? Whether you're raising funds for the ELCA Youth Gathering or your next work trip, fundraisers are often an important part of the youth ministry gig. Join NE […]
What does it mean to Go and… Be Honest? How does honesty impact our understanding of history, scripture, relationships, values and our work as advocates? Deacon Ross Murray will be our guide as we explore what it means to live into our individual call to serve as advocates. Workshops will help you hone your skills […]
“How, Then, Will I Lead” is an intensive, introspective program for rostered and lay leaders throughout the Nebraska Synod. We recognize that the church, our community, and the world is changing. As ‘old’ approaches to leadership become less useful, this program is intended to help you answer the question ‘How, Then, Will I ?Lead?” Participants […]