We are Church. We are Called. Devotion Series commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Ordination of Women as well as the full participation of all called into ministry. Hear from various voices around the synod in this new devotion series over the next year.

In 2020 we are preparing to celebrate 50 years of Lutheran women being ordained in the United States. Also, 2020 marks 40 years of women of color being ordained, and 10 years of LGBTQIA+ individuals being able to serve freely.

This November marks the 30th anniversary of the Berlin Wall coming down after decades of separation between East and West Germany. On November 9, 2019, South Dakota Lutherans will gather for a service of remembrance in Sioux Falls and Rapid City.

Ministers of Word and Service (Deacons) in Region 3 are invited to attend a retreat January 5-7, 2020 at Luther Crest Bible Camp, Alexandria, MN.

The 2019 Synod Assembly will convene on Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls. Registration opens April 15 and will close on May 20 at 5 PM CT. Pre-assembly events and early check-in will be available on May 30.

Upcoming Support to Ministries Meeting Dates.