Events for August 27 - February 6

Introduction to IIM Ministry The “Introduction to Intentional Interim Ministry” workshop is designed for those that are considering IIM as a part-time ministry when they retire. Attendance at an introductory workshop, commitment to this ministry, and District-sponsored continuing education are required to be recognized as a Michigan District Intentional Interim Minister. There is a $55 […]

Worship gatherings are central to the life and health of the Christian congregation. These gatherings reflect the congregation’s identity for themselves and to the community she is called to serve with the Gospel. During times of pastoral transition, the Intentional Interim Pastor enables the congregation to examine, evaluate, and seek God’s guidance regarding the role of […]

For those outside the Church, there is a temptation to ground one’s identity in one’s sexual orientation, career, or degree of social media influence. Within the Church, we face what is fundamentally the same problem, basing our identity on something that is not Christ: political leanings, the vocation of pastor, our family, etc. This is […]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RtNGzP74_0 You are invited to be renewed, encouraged, and equipped at the Lutheran Adult Gathering on Mackinac Island, October 14–16, 2022, at the beautiful Grand Hotel. Since 1981, the Lutheran Adult Gathering has brought together believers in this spectacular setting to be spiritually strengthened for service to Christ in this world. The theme for the […]

This event has been cancelled.   The ability to lovingly speak hard truths is an essential skill in all relationships, but even more so in the ministry. Most of us would rather keep our mouths shut and avoid potential conflict than speak up and challenge that which needs to be challenged for the sake of […]

It is hard to believe that we haven’t been able to gather for a Snow Tire Conference since 2020! We’ll have to do all we can to make sure this year’s conference is extra special. Having it in Frankenmuth at the Bavarian Inn is a good start. We are excited to get our Lutheran school […]

Jesus rebuked the Sadducees saying, “You are wrong, because you know neither the Scriptures nor the power of God” (Matthew 22:29). The power of God is in His Word: The Word Works. Come join us for a day of instruction, conversation, and reflection that will enable both you and your congregation to build an ethic […]

How good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell together in unity! (Psalm 133:1). It’s no secret that cultivating healthy communities for ourselves and others is a large part of ministry. And yet, our experiences within communities often leave us wanting. Is community the goal or just a means to an end? How can communities […]