These “resource letters” include a reflection on each topic and highlight some of the best available resources. These collections are meant for downloading and are shared regularly with pastors and leaders throughout this synod and across the church.
» Download the resource sheet: Open for Exploration: Lent (download pdf file)
For a rich Lenten worship experience, be sure to consider the new Holden Prayer Around the Cross, a set of resources by Susan Briehl, Tom Witt, and Marty Haugen adapted from Holden Evening Prayer and Prayer Around the Cross. It includes fourteen sample liturgies that could be used in a variety of settings. To accompany Holden Prayer Around the Cross, a set of musical resources is available Continue reading…
» Download the resource sheet: Open for Exploration: Advent (download pdf file)

- The Christmas Mystery by Jostein Gaarder is a wonderful read about a magical Advent calendar and an incredible journey for individuals and families. (B3457)
- For worship planners and others involved in creating sacred space for Advent and Christmas, be sure to check Continue reading…
» Download the resource sheet: Connect with the Resource Center (download pdf file)
Open for Exploration!
Connect with the Resource Center: Ways to Help Your Congregation
- Find topical collections of resources for all areas of congregational life
- Include the synod website, brochures and bookmarks, and resource collections in your church communications
- Bring your church council, parish education committee, worship leaders, women’s group, youth leaders for a tour of the center. We’re happy to share resources and we welcome input and requests.
- Use the Resource Center for meetings, sharing and learning together.
- Julie Aageson, Director of the Resource Center, welcomes invitations to share resources with pastoral conferences, women’s and men’s groups, and in other congregational settings. Call to make a date!
- Check out the synod website and online catalog