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ELCIC Bishops’ Pilgrimage to Israel

mnobishop2023-01-12T14:00:01-06:00

Beginning Jan 14, Bishop Jason, along with all of the ELCIC bishops, will be embarking on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. This pilgrimage is a time for prayer, reflection, learning, and worship. It is an opportunity for Bishop Jason to connect on a deeper level with the life and ministry of Jesus, and the story of God in lives, by walking where Jesus walked. During this time the bishops will visit some of the work of the Lutheran World Federation in the region and visit some ministries of our partners, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land [...]

ELCIC Bishops’ Pilgrimage to Israelmnobishop2023-01-12T14:00:01-06:00

Small Group Leaders Complete Training and Prepare to Lead

mnobishop2022-12-06T09:40:42-06:00

A group of 8 leaders representing 3 congregations recently completed the 7-week Small Group Ministry Leader Training led by Bishop Jason and Deacon Michelle. This training equips participants to lead small groups with attention to discipleship, group dynamics, and leadership development. Small groups have proven to deepen faith, strengthen relationships, and broaden congregational engagement. Small group leaders will be leading groups throughout the seasons of Advent, Christmas and Epiphany. Leaders will stay connected with one another for encouragement and support, and will debrief and evaluate learnings together in February. Since the MNO Synod Small Group Leaders Training pilot project began in [...]

Small Group Leaders Complete Training and Prepare to Leadmnobishop2022-12-06T09:40:42-06:00

Pr. Jeanne Fomgbami Visits Winnipeg from Cameroon

mnobishop2022-11-16T14:10:59-06:00

Submitted by Pr. Katharine Bergbusch for the Global Mission Committee Pastor Jeanne Fomgbami of our companion Lutheran church in Cameroon (EELC) was in Winnipeg this fall to visit family. Since living in Winnipeg for three years with her husband Etienne and family in the early 2000's, Pr. Fomgbami has studied theology in Nigeria and was ordained by the EELC. While here, she was invited to preach and lead worship at Messiah Lutheran Church. The scripture reading for the sermon was about the cost of discipleship. Her message was clear, biblical and straightforward. While members of the synod's Global Mission Committee met with her over [...]

Pr. Jeanne Fomgbami Visits Winnipeg from Cameroonmnobishop2022-11-16T14:10:59-06:00

Synod Youth Create Worship Banner

mnobishop2022-10-12T12:25:25-05:00

As part of the Thanksgiving Retreat, youth learn and explore different aspects of worship as part of planning and preparing for Sunday morning worship. This year, that included reflecting on and adding to a worship banner that expresses the upcoming theme for CLAY: “Ashes & Embers”. This banner will be part of upcoming synod youth worship services in this year leading up to CLAY. Whether a congregation has youth attending CLAY or not, this banner can serve as an invitation to congregations to pray for youth and young adults in our church and the world–that they, like Moses, would have experiences [...]

Synod Youth Create Worship Bannermnobishop2022-10-12T12:25:25-05:00

Lutherans & Anglicans Together in the Pride Parade

mnobishop2022-06-24T10:55:03-05:00

Lutherans and Anglicans joined together in Winnipeg on Sunday, June 5 to walk together in the Winnipeg Pride Parade. The group emphasized the love that God has for all people, and walked together as a sign and celebration of the diversity and unity we have in the body of Christ. Participating in the Pride Parade is one way the MNO Synod lives into the commitment to work for reconciliation and social justice. To learn more about how you or your congregation can increase welcome to the 2SLGBTQIA++ community, contact the synod office.

Lutherans & Anglicans Together in the Pride Parademnobishop2022-06-24T10:55:03-05:00

Opportunities for Learning and Reflection

mnobishop2022-06-21T10:22:22-05:00

June is Indigenous History Month. As part of our commitment to reconciliation, all people in the MNO Synod are encouraged to seek out opportunities for learning and reflection this month. Article on Celebrating Indigenous History: https://www.thestar.com/local-burlington/opinion/2022/06/01/celebrating-our-indigenous-history.html?mc_cid=7d04d61b95&mc_eid=a6b9742212 Below are some events and opportunities brought to our attention that you might consider. Indigenous Day Live June 18, 10 PM - 12 AM https://www.facebook.com/events/1339431769884646/?ref=newsfeed Come together as we welcome the summer solstice and National Indigenous Peoples Day with APTN Indigenous Day Live. Let's "Celebrate Our Lands" through musical performances and delicious food as we return to an in-person event at The Forks in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on [...]

Opportunities for Learning and Reflectionmnobishop2022-06-21T10:22:22-05:00

Global Companion Shares Thanks and Prayers

mnobishop2022-06-21T10:14:29-05:00

The MNO Synod commemorates the Day of the African Child on June 16, 2022 to accompany our Lutheran partners in Cameroon, especially with KIC--Kids in Cameroon. This year's theme is "Right to participate:let children be seen and heard." Good nutrition and education enable children to participate and contribute to community life. Funding from MNO Synod provides food products and school supplies for the orphans of KIC, who are guided by social worker, Madame Fanta Gaknone.

Global Companion Shares Thanks and Prayersmnobishop2022-06-21T10:14:29-05:00

Easter Vigil Service

mnobishop2022-06-21T10:23:01-05:00

A pre-recorded Easter Vigil service will be premiered on the MNO Synod YouTube channel on Saturday, April 16 at 5:00 p.m. This service is a collaboration of more than 15 congregations throughout the synod and includes contributions from more than 50 people. Plan on setting aside some time on Saturday to join with others and hear the stories and songs of our faith as a way of ushering in the Light of the Resurrection. The Easter Vigil is a service that uses readings, songs, and prayers to tell the broad story of God and God’s people that culminates in the proclamation [...]

Easter Vigil Servicemnobishop2022-06-21T10:23:01-05:00

Small Group Ministry

mnobishop2022-06-06T16:18:47-05:00

The next session of Small Group Leader Training begins in March. Training includes 6 sessions (1.5 hrs each) between March 8 and April 19, via Zoom. Sessions will be either Tuesday or Thursday evening, from 7:00-8:30 (determined by group preference during registration). Participants will be invited to host a small group between April-June 2022. Develop skills in leadership, group facilitation, faith formation and community building in conversation and collaboration with others. More information: 2021 09 SG Training Handout (this handout will be updated for the spring 2022, but most of the information is still accurate) Register: not yet available RSVP for information [...]

Small Group Ministrymnobishop2022-06-06T16:18:47-05:00

Service of Lessons & Carols

mnobishop2022-06-06T16:19:48-05:00

The MNO Synod has put together a brief service of lessons and carols for the season of Christmas. Music is provided by the Synod Youth Ministry band, Prairie Fire, and readings and prayers are led by various pastors throughout the synod. The bulletin for this service is available here: 2021 12 26 Christmas 1 lessons carols FOR PRINT. This can also be used by those who do not choose to use the recording, or by individuals for personal or small group/family devotions. The recording of the service is available here: https://youtu.be/plezJFWmlGo. May the Light of the Christ-child fill your life with [...]

Service of Lessons & Carolsmnobishop2022-06-06T16:19:48-05:00

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