Eastern North Dakota Synod

Congregations in Call Process

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The Eastern North Dakota Synod believes the calling of a pastor is the work of the Holy Spirit. This Spirit led process is one which the congregation, potential candidates, the synod, and the ELCA form an important partnership. Each member of the partnership is enriched when the call process results in a good match between pastor and congregation. The total mission of the church is furthered when each member of the partnership is honored, respected, and fulfills its appropriate role in the process.

Rostered leaders who have completed their Rostered Leader Profile desiring to have conversation concerning one or more of the vacancies listed below may contact Rev. Terry Brandt, Associate with the Bishop at terry@eandsynod.org or (701) 232-3381.

The following congregations are in various stages of the call process. Some may have just received a resignation of their pastor, while others may already have issued a Letter of Call and are awaiting a response. Please keep these pastors and congregations in your prayers during this time of transition.

Beginning the Call Process:

Sharon / Grand Forks (associate)
Horace / Horace – Rev. Jim Bjorge, Interim
Zion / Hoople
First / Hoople - Rev. Lorna Halaas, Interim
Portland Parish – Norway/Cummings; Aal/Hillsboro; Aurdal, Bang, Bruflat, & Perry/Portland (senior) - Rev. David Halaas, Interim
St. Matthew’s / Thompson – Rev. Ron Olson, Interim
St. John’s, Jamestown – Rev. Peter Strommen, Interim

Interview Process:

Crossroads Rural Ministry / Edinburg and Pembina Hills - Rev. Darrel Corey, Interim
Sharon / Grand Forks (senior) - Rev. Mark Halaas, Interim
Morning Star Parish / Pekin, Tolna, and Warwick - Rev. Russ Christianson, Interim