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A New Blog: South Dakota Synod Tech Tips |
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Be sure to visit (and post to) our new blog, South Dakota Synod Tech Tips (http://www.sdsblog.com/sds_tech/), filled with technological ideas, hints, advice and more! |
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Visit the Synod's Flickr Page to View Unedited Photos from Synod Assembly. |
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Luther House of Study is sponsoring a new initiative throughout the synod, Together in Ministry (TiM), designed to renew rostered leaders. More information here. |
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Get More Information on the Events Page!
Telling the Story: Summer Stewardship Days 2009
+ Sunday, July 19 (Centerville and Watertown)
+ Saturday, September 12 (Rapid City)
+ Sunday, September 13 (Aberdeen)
More Information and Online Registration on the Stewardship Page!
ELCA Churchwide Assembly
August 17-23, Minneapolis. More information here
Fall Theological Conference
September 27-29, Lutheran Memorial Church, Pierre: Building Church in Times of Crisis: Preaching’s Role in Forming the Identity and Mission of the Church, with Matthew Fleming
More information here
2010 South Dakota Synod Assembly
June 11-13, Rapid City
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Online Giving Now Available |
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For your convenience, the South Dakota Synod website now features an online-giving option. Please click here for details. |
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The latest message from Bishop David B. Zellmer, from The Synod Scene. |
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Fall Theological Conference
September 27-29, 2009
Lutheran Memorial Church
320 E Prospect Ave
Pierre, South Dakota
Building Church in Times of Crisis:
Preaching’s Role in Forming the Identity and Mission of the Church
With Matthew Fleming
What does it mean to be the church in the 21st century? How is preaching relevant to people’s lives in our ever-changing society? In a time of economic unrest, there is a growing sense of uncertainty regarding how people understand themselves and their place in the church. For our Fall Theological Conference, we will examine the roles of preaching in the formation of the ecclesial identity with a particular emphasis on engaging in ministry during a period of economic crisis. During our session we will examine how preaching contributes to the ministry and mission of our local church. How can we show congregations how they participate in the continuing story of God? How does this story shape our lives and that of the church? In addition, we will examine the importance of supporting our proclamation with theological practices that will bind and strengthen our communities of faith.
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Matthew Fleming teaches preaching at Columbia Theological Seminary. Previously, he taught at Princeton Theological Seminary and the Candler School of Theology. He is completing his doctoral studies at Emory University under Thomas G. Long. His work may be found in Call to Worship, Feasting on the Work, Homily Service, and Lectionary Homiletics. Matt spoke at the 2009 Festival of Homiletics and will do so again in 2010. His teachings and writings focus on theologies and practices of ministry that will shape and sustain prophetic preaching. He is married to the Rev. Mandy Sloan and is the proud father of two sons, Jackson and Cooper. |
Download a brochure with full information, schedule, and fees here.
Register online here. Registration deadline is September 11, 2009. |
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2009 South Dakota Synod Assembly
Has Concluded. Post-Assembly Materials Will Go Online as They Become Available.
Actions on Assembly Resolutions Is Posted Here.
Visit the Synod's Flickr Page to View Unedited Photos from Synod Assembly.
Read the Assembly Highlights Newsletter Here. |
Upcoming Events
Telling the Story: Summer Stewardship Days 2009
+ Sunday, July 19 (Centerville and Watertown)
+ Saturday, September 12 (Rapid City)
+ Sunday, September 13 (Aberdeen)
More Information and Online Registration on the Stewardship Page!
ELCA Churchwide Assembly: God's Work. Our Hands, Minneapolis - August 17-23. More information here.
Fall Theological Conference, Pierre - September 27-29
Leading the Song of God's People: A practical training workshop, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Aberdeen - October 1-3. With Marty Haugen, Mary Preus, and Tom Witt.
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South Dakota Synod Assembly, Rapid City - June 11-13, 2010
Past Events
South Dakota Synod Assembly: God's Work. Our Hands, Sioux Falls - May 29-30, 2009
The 22nd annual assembly of this synod, held at the Augustana College Elmen Center, Sioux Falls.
Actions on Assembly Resolutions Is Posted Here.
Visit the Synod's Flickr Page to View Unedited Photos from Synod Assembly.
Read the Assembly Highlights Newsletter Here.
Materials from the Assembly:
+ Download the Policy Guide booklet.
+ Download the Preliminary Report (in three parts):
Part One - General Information, Agenda, Assembly Committees, Ministry Reports (updated 5/21/09)
Part Two - Ministry Reports continued: Region 3; Regional, Board, and Committee; Sustained and Supported Ministries
Part Three - Synod Constitution and Bylaws; Rules of Parliamentary Procedure; Synod Conferences Map; Nominating Committee Report and Ballot (updated 5/21/09)
+ Download the Resolutions Packet.
+ Download the 2010 Draft Compensation and Guidelines.
+ Download "Can These Bones Live?," which the Rev. Dr. Frederick J. Gaiser will preach at Closing Worship.
+ Download a Press Release for Congregations' Use as a PDF file or Microsoft Word document.
+ Register for the 2009 South Dakota Synod Assembly.
Vision and Expectations—Ordained Ministers in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is a document that informs candidates for ordained ministry, seminaries, congregations, and candidacy committees regarding the ELCA's vision for ordained ministry and the high expectations it places on those who serve in this way. Vision and Expectations is online here.
| Pastors Conference Officers - 2008/2009 |
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Prairie Coteau - Meets the 3rd Tuesday
Chair/ Secretary: Charlie Bunk
Vice Chair/ Treasurer: Justin Neugebauer |
Medary - Meets the 2nd Tuesday
Chair: Daryl Schubert
Secretary: Bob Chell |
Crossroads - Meets the 2nd Tuesday
Chair: Layne Nelson
Secretary/Treasurer: Erika Lehmann |
Southeastern - Meets the 1st Tuesday
Chair:/Secretary: Jared Rakness
Vice: David Lund
Treasurer: Anna Peck
Secretary: Kevin Jensen |
Northern Plains - Meets the 3rd Tuesday
Chair: Tanya Rist
Secretary/Treasurer: David Smith |
Prairie Rivers - Meets the 4th Tuesday
Chair: Rick Senner
Secretary/Treasurer: Mindy Ehrke |
Bear Butte - Meets the 3rd Tuesday
Chair: Jeff Otterman
Vice Chair: Kent Stillson
Secretary/Treasurer: David Baer |
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