The Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Central African Republic is Eastern North Dakota Synod’s companion synod. Hand in hand, Maboko na Maboko, is the loose African translation of “companion synod”. What can we, as people and congregations of eastern North Dakota, do to continue to walk hand in hand with our brothers and sisters in Christ?
The Central African Republic (C.A.R.), located in the heart of Africa, is one of the poorest, least developed countries in the world. It is surrounded by unstable, and sometimes violent countries. Many of its people live daily lives of struggle and bare subsistence; Continue reading…
EaND Synod’s Nov/Dec highlights for church bulletins
In this issue:
- Update from the Bishop
- Letter from Central African Republic Missionaries
» Download and share: November News Snippet Bulletin Insert (download .pdf file)
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New Ministry Possibilities
Sudanese Worship
For over seven years, Fargo, ND has been receiving Sudanese refugees who came fleeing the deadly violence of war-torn Sudan. Some were Christians in need of a place to worship in their native language. First Lutheran Church (external link) opened its doors to provide safe refuge for worship and fellowship to the newly arriving refugees.
The Sudanese community at First Lutheran has been worshiping for over three years and has the potential to grow significantly. They have identified Jacob Mayen as their pastor. Jacob is longing to share the gospel with even more of the estimated 2,000 Sudanese people residing in the FM area. Support from First Lutheran Church, other congregations, and the synod will enable Jacob to serve in a fuller capacity as a ministry leader while he accomplishes his seminary education through the TEEM program. Continue reading…
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The Eastern North Dakota Synod staff welcomes Rev. Kari Bahe as our new Associate with the Bishop. Kari’s main areas of responsibilities will include Candidacy, Discipleship on the Prairie (formerly GIFTS), and stewardship. We invite you to stop by the office to greet Kari. |
It is with joy that I accept the call to serve as Associate with the Bishop. My husband, Brad, our son James, and I are pleased to have the opportunity to serve God’s mission with you. I give you thanks for the warm welcome that has already been extended to me and look forward to getting to know more of you and hearing your stories of God’s great work among you. Continue reading…
Congratulations to the three Eastern North Dakota congregations who were among the 10 congregational finalists (external link) in the ELCA “God’s work. Our hands.” video contest (external link)! Please view the following videos from Faith Lutheran Church, West Fargo; Martin’s Lutheran Church, Casselton; and First Lutheran Church, Fargo. Continue reading…
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