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Trinity Food Pantry Continues to Serve Community
The board of the Trinity Food Pantry thanks all the generous supporters who again sent donations during the Christmas Season. The proceeds enabled the purchase of Christmas gifts for all children under thirteen as well the monthly enhancement of the food hampers. Fresh produce, milk and high protein foods are purchased to add to the supplies that Harvest provides. When possible, feminine hygiene products are added. Hamper distribution days are [...]
MNO Synod Global Mission Update: Re-engaging Discernment
Since 2003, our MNO Synod has been blessed to have a global companion relationship with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cameroon (EELC). This relationship had its beginnings when we got to know Pastor Etienne Fomgbami and family, who came to be missionaries to us from the Cameroon. Our continuing relationship is one based on praying for one another, visiting one another, and on joint ministry priorities that are beneficial to [...]
Ecumenical Prayer for Unity: Love God, Love Neighbour, Show Mercy
Ecumenical clergy participated in leading the service. Photo credit: Archdiocese of Winnipeg On January 21st, people from various Christian denominations gathered at the Lutheran Church of the Cross for the 2024 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity service. Everyone came from different faith traditions, that evening, gathered together to pray for Christian unity. This year’s theme for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is “You shall love [...]
Question Privilege: Devotional/Study Resource from the MNO Synod Community Ministry Committee
The Community Ministry Committee is providing a study/devotional resource to guide reflection and conversation on privilege and anti-racism. The reflections in this study are intended to generate reflection and discussion around the topic of privilege as it relates to different facets of identity. Grounded in the scripture readings assigned in the RCL for the season of Lent 2024, this study invites the participants into a journey of reflection, lament, confession, and [...]
Youth Fall Retreat Re-Cap
The 2023 MNO Synod Youth Fall Retreat was a success this year, with youth and leaders from seven different congregations gathering at Luther Village for a weekend of fellowship, fun, friends and food. Thanks to grants received from the Margie Kvern Scholarship Fund (MNO synod) and from the Luther League Legacy Fund (ELCIC), this year's retreat featured the dynamic and engaging presence and leadership of Rachel Kurtz, a professional singer/songwriter from Minneapolis. [...]
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