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Outreach

The Nebraska Synod Outreach Table works with ELCA Christian Community and Leadership (formerly the Domestic Mission Unit of the ELCA) and ELCA Innovation to resource existing congregations in the areas of community engagement, evangelism, mission, outreach, transformation, and vitality.

The Outreach Table also connects and supports emerging ministries (like Mission Field Nebraska ministries), and new mission starts and ministries of the synod. The Outreach Table oversees the process, and collaborates with the Nebraska Synod’s Vitality in Congregations Initiative.

 

Outreach Ministries & Resources

Resources

There are always new resources emerging related to outreach. Deacon Timothy Siburg alongside the Nebraska Synod Outreach Table works hard to curate and create as needs dictate, and manages the outreach resource list for the Nebraska Synod.

Vitality Initiative for Congregations

The tools and approaches the church used in the past are no longer are working the way they used to. As part of this, naturally comes questions about identity, existence, purpose, and mission. If this sounds familiar or describes the situation your congregation finds itself in, then you may be being called to participate in the Vitality Initiative.

  • 2026 Lenten Retreat – Stillpoints

    Carol Joy Holling Conference & Retreat Center 27416 Ranch Road, Ashland, NE, United States

    Thursday, March 19, 2026 through Saturday, March 21, 2026 Location: Carol Joy Holling 27416 Ranch Road Ashland NE 68003 Commuter Cost: $215 (includes meals and programming) Non Commuter Cost: 275 […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Online Workshop

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • On the Road Again

    Recurring

    Upcoming On The Road Events - Registrations and Bulletin Inserts American, Gothenburg Register for American, Gothenburg - Feb 7, 0226 Bulletin Insert - Gothenburg COFFEE AND CHAOS REGISTRATION   St […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    First Lutheran, Kearney, NE 3315 G Ave, Kearney, NE, United States

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • Growing Justice Together

    You’re Invited: Growing Justice Together Lay and rostered leaders across the Nebraska Synod are invited to a special afternoon of learning, connection, and community at Glacial Till in Ashland. Join […]

    Free
  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Younes Conference Center, Kearney, NE

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Online Workshop

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Online Workshop

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Online Workshop

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Online Workshop

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Younes Conference Center, Kearney, NE

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]

  • 2026 Inclusion Training

    Online Workshop

    Cost: $25 Inclusion Training Year Three: Striving for Gender and Disability Awareness. All rostered leaders and PMA's are required to attend this important training session. We invite and encourage you […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]

  • Vitality Initiative Cohort Meeting

    Recurring
    Online Workshop

    Following in the footsteps of Jesus who was always asking questions and teaching through them, the Nebraska Synod Vitality Initiative for Congregations is centered on three big questions: Who are […]