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Synod Prayers
Pr. Steve and Carol Erickson and family at the death of Steve's father, Norm Erickson August 29.
Pr. Seth Sululu from Ketumbeine Parish, Tanzania as he is now in DeKalb, IL beginning his Master of Music studies at NIU. We ask for your prayers as he adjusts to a very different culture and for his studies. He is the 2nd Tanzanian that has been sent for further studies that will come back to be a permanent teacher at Makumira University College. It has taken almost 2 years to clear all of the hurdles for Sululu to go to the States. We give thanks to God for his working and helping us through this entire process. Now he is in Northern Illinois for you to meet, and share, and learn, and teach.
Blessings,
Randy Stubbs, ELCA Missionary - Makumira University College
Tanzania
www.StubbsMission.info
www.nisynod.org/prayers
NIS candidates for rostered ministry
See the whole prayer list.
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September Birthdays
5 Rev. Nancy Jaster
5 Rev. Frank Lay
6 Rev. Dennis Heaney
8 Rev. Karl Otto
11 Rev. Gary Heedum
13 Rev. Carole Andres
13 Rev. Jan Veseth
13 Rev. C. Franklin Samuelson
16 Rev. Timothy Kenyon
17 Rev. Gerald Larson
17 Rev. Robert Pearson
17 Rev. Robert Burton
20 Rev. Hollis Bishop
20 Rev. Mark J. Hagen
22 Rev. Phillip O. Laurin
22 Ms. Ellen Schroll
22 Rev. Virgil Juliot
25 Rev. Lowell Almen
26 Rev. Jane Perkolup
27 Rev. Ronald Larson
29 Rev. Christine Stienstra
30 Rev. Jeffrey Schlesinger |
Connect with the Northern Illinois Synod
 
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First Lutheran Church in Freeport, Ill., has given more than $400,000 to support global ministries for one reason -- to join hands with Lutherans around the world to "teach, preach, heal, build, grow, give and receive." Read a story about them in this ELCA press release.
Find out more about Diakonia - a two-year program of faith formation which equips Christians to live out their baptismal calling as servants of Christ. For more information, visit nisynod.org/diakonia or contactDenise Rode, NIS diakonia chairperson, at 815-756-8321.
2010 Discipleship Gatherings:
The Faith Practices
The first Discipleship Gathering will be Thursday, September 9 at Christ Lutheran Church, 425 Riverside, Belvidere. Registration begins at 6:30 pm and the program begins at 7 pm. Pre-registration is not necessary. Find other dates and locations.
Find out more about the Discipleship Gatherings...and download a bulletin insert (pdf) here.
Companion Synod & Partner Parish Visit to India July 25 - August 5, 2011. 12-day trip with optional extension to Delhi & the Taj Mahal August 4-7, 2011. Rev. Gary Erickson, Synod Companion Parish Coordinator, will lead the group. Download a brochure here (pdf).
for the Professional Leaders Conference with Susan Briehl and Marty Haugen September 27-29, 2010 at Bishop Lane Retreat Center, Rockford.
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| Churchwide News & Resources |
The Rev. Mark S. Hanson, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), addressed a number of topics in an Aug. 24 pastoral letter to the church, including differing views on human sexuality, reconciliation, not bearing false witness against one another and ongoing dialogue about faith and life. Read the news release here and the whole letter here.
You can help Read this emergency alert from Lutheran World Relief on the Pakistan Floods.
 The Rev. Mark S. Hanson, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), will answer questions on a variety of topics from members of the denomination on Sunday, Sept. 19 beginning at 4 pm. Hanson will take questions during an hour-long "Town Hall Forum." The forum will be webcast live from Chicago, where Hanson will be joined by an audience of ELCA members. The audience will be able to ask questions of the presiding bishop. Online viewers will be invited to submit questions at http://www.ELCA.org/townhall on the ELCA website. Participants can also post comments about the forum using Facebook Connect and Twitter... More
 A 10 minute video, on the ELCA's HIV and AIDS Strategy is now posted online here. It is available with closed captioning and Spanish subtitles. Also, the strategy in a PDF document and a :60 PSA in English and Spanish is available. The videos are available for viewing and download or a hard copy may be obtained by calling 800-638-3522.
 The Greatest Story: Bible Introduction - A 16-session basic introduction to the Bible. The Greatest Story covers the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation as it introduces key people, places, and events in an easy-to-understand story. Participants are invited to explore where they fit in the greatest story and how the greatest story fits in their lives. Lutheran Study Bible is at the core of each lesson, guiding participants through an engaging learner resource that brings the Bible to life through stories, illustrations, and reflections. Each session is visually depicted through captivating session videos that feature the sand art of renowned artist Joe Castillo. More
 Book of Faith Studies - Whether you are looking for a foundational course to start your conversation or looking to dig deeper into Scripture, these new resources from Augsburg Fortress feature thought-provoking, engaging, and helpful formats that will help you get started, or continue to grow the Book of Faith Initiative in your congregation. More
Fast Facts The Economic Research Service expects notable improvements in food security in Asia and Latin America in the next 10 years. The situation in Sub-Saharan Africa is projected to deteriorate after 2010.
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News from Other Organizations
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Illowa Lutheran Coalition Invites you to a Professional Leaders Luncheon September 7, 2010 at Noonin the Augustana College Center, Chicago Room. Hear Pr. Kurt Nordby, present a new Q.C. Mission Opportunity. Call 309-794-4000 for more information.
The Second Annual Augustana Day - A gift of Augustana College to our colleagues in the ministry of the ELCA, sharing the richness of the college in a way that will nourish your ministry - Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 10:30am - 1:30 pm. Sex and the Soul: Help for Religious Professionals who work with Young Adults with Dr. Donna Freitas, Associate Professor of Religion at Hofstra University; Andy Langdon, AIM, Director of Youth Ministry, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Davenport, IA; Dr. Sara Moslener, Conrad J. Bergendoff Fellow in Religion, Augustana College; and Mike Tendall, LCSW, Director of Counseling Services, Augustana College.
The program, including lunch, is completely free of charge to all ELCA pastors and youth workers. Please RSVP by September 24, so that adequate materials and food can be available. RSVP to Connie Huntley, Augustana College Campus Ministries, conniehuntley@augustana.edu or 309-794-7213.
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