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MNO Young Adult Prepares for a Year of Service
Lainie Nichols is a young adult member of Erickson Lutheran Church in Erickson, MB. She will be spending a year in service through the ELCA Young Adult in Global Mission (YAGM) program. From August 2026 to July 2027, Lainie will be living and serving in London, UK, where she will accompany global companions, build relationships, and gain new perspectives by sharing life with others. Here is how Lainie introduces what [...]
ELCIC Day of Action Grants
May 10, 2026 Dear congregations and rostered ministers of the MNO Synod, Grace and peace to you in the name of Christ our Saviour. 2026 is an important year for the ELCIC. This year marks the 40th anniversary of our common life, ministry, and witness. We have an exciting opportunity for your congregation to be part of this year’s observation of this anniversary. Our National Office is asking us to [...]
From Burden to Calling: Faithful Leadership, Church Buildings and Discernment
The MNO Synod invites council members, pastors, and church administrators to an evening of conversation and learning with Katja Brittain, a consultant who works with congregations to reimagine how their buildings can serve as vital resources for mission. Monday, June 8 at 6:00 PM Faith Lutheran Church, 1311 Dakota St, Winnipeg Supper will be served As congregations navigate changing realities, church buildings present both challenges and opportunities. Katja will offer [...]
Easter Message from Bishop Jason Zinko
Download this message here: 2026 Bishops Easter Message As the MNO Synod, we are walking through a time of change, but also a time of possibility. I continue to see signs of resurrection everywhere: congregations trying new forms of ministry, leaders supporting one another with honesty and grace, communities welcoming newcomers, young people raising their voices for justice, and faithful people showing up—week after week—to pray, serve, sing, witness, and [...]
Holy Week Schedules
Watch this post for Holy Week Schedules for congregations in the MNO Synod: St. Mark's, Winnipeg Spirit of Life Parish (Abundant Life & Prince of Peace) Stations of the Cross & Holy Week at SSSB The Church of St. Stephen and St. Bede (3830 Roblin) welcomes you all to share the experience as we journey through the last hours of Christ before his crucifixion. It is a very moving [...]
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