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Adoration of the Magi, Fra Angelico and Fra Filippo Lippi

Season of Epiphany of Our Lord

“After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the East came to Jerusalem and asked, ‘Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.’ ” ~Matthew 2:1-2

God’s glory is revealed to us through Jesus, who brings new life and salvation. We invite you to connect with a Northeastern Iowa Synod congregation where you can celebrate these gifts, strengthen your faith, and get involved. Visit us on Facebook.

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Celebrating Renewal
Johannes Bugenhagen, Parish Pastor of the Reformation

The Northeastern Iowa Synod wraps up its six-year theme of “Celebrating Renewal” in 2020 by recognizing Johannes Bugenhagen, Parish Pastor of the Reformation. Bugenhagen served as pastor and confessor for Martin Luther, as well as trusted friend and companion during the Reformation.
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After studying Luther’s writing, Bugenhagen moved to Wittenberg where he became part of Luther’s inner circle translating the Holy Bible from Greek and Hebrew to German. Recognized for his exceptional organizational abilities, Bugenhagen applied Luther’s theology to create new church orders and practices for religious services, and schooling and social issues of the church.

Read more about Johannes Bugenhagen in the January 2020 issue of the synod’s Star newsletter.

Events

Lutheran Day on the Hill

Feb. 25, 2020
Plan to join Lutheran Services in Iowa and the three ELCA synods of Iowa for Lutheran Day on the Hill in Des Moines to meet with Iowa legislators and advocate for Iowa families and children.

Rural Ministry Conference

March 1-3, 2020
This ecumenical conference includes worship, keynote speakers, workshops and Bible study, and an opportunity to network with others who are active in and concerned about rural ministry.

Rostered Women’s Gathering

March 15-17, 2020
Rostered women ministers are invited to gather for a weekend retreat to rest, renew, be encouraged and collaborate, with the theme “Stretch, Yield, Yearn.”

Day of Renewal

April 2, 2020
Rostered ministers are invited to step away from their busy Lenten schedules to gather for a day to refresh and learn about the influence of reformer Johannes Bugenhagen on parish pastor ministry.

Synod Assembly

June 12-14, 2020
The Northeastern Iowa Synod Assembly will gather at Wartburg College in Waverly with the theme “Celebrating Renewal: Johannes Bugenhagen, Parish Pastor of the Reformation.”

WIYLDE

June 14-17, 2020
Registration is open for the Wholly Iowa Youth Leadership discipling Event at Wartburg College in Waverly. This annual camp helps high school youth develop skills to become leaders in the church.

2020 Synod Assembly
Churchwide Assembly Recap
Giving

The 2020 Northeastern Iowa Synod Assembly is set for June 12-14 at Wartburg College in Waverly with the theme “Celebrating Renewal: Johannes Bugenhagen, Parish Pastor of the Reformation.”

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The ELCA Churchwide Assembly met Aug. 5-10, 2019, in Milwaukee to discuss and make decisions about how to go about God’s work as a church. View videos and learn more about the actions taken during this assembly.

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Gifts to the Northeastern Iowa Synod support a variety of ministries, such as scholarships for students in seminary, leadership training, youth ministry, resources for congregations, Young Adults in Global Mission sponsorship, and much more.

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