from Bishop Rindy
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
I want to start off the New Year by expressing my gratitude for you, for the partnership we share in the Gospel, and for your prayers. Most everywhere I go, people tell me that they pray for the work of our synod. This is greatly appreciated more than you know. Also, I want to thank you for your continued financial support of all of our shared ministries in a less than ideal year, especially for our farming communities. Continue reading…
“And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance,
so that by always having enough of everything,
you may share abundantly in every good work.”
2 Corinthians 9:8
There was excitement and energy at the Jamestown Conference Assembly earlier this month. After engaging in a panel discussion entitled “Who is God calling us to be as the Eastern North Dakota Synod?” the assembly enthusiastically voted to send $2,000 to the synod for shared mission and ministry. Continue reading…

At the spring 2010 synod assembly, Bishop Rindy talked with attendees about Mission Support or “First Mile” giving to and through the synod. He shared a possibility of going the “Extra Mile” for mission. Many congregations have heard and participated. Following is a synod update. Continue reading…