Introduction to the Holy Playground Initiative
Associate to the Bishop and Director for Evangelical Mission Rev. Jonathan Vehar provides a brief explanation of the South Dakota Synod’s “Holy Playground” Initiative, funded by a generous grant from Lilly Foundation Inc.
A Pastoral Message on the 2024 Election
A Pastoral Message from Bishop Constanze Hagmaier on the 2024 Election.
Results of the Synodwide Study for the 2025 Bishop Election Process
The results of the Synodwide study conducted ahead of the 2025 Bishop’s election are now available. They can be read through a summary report or the full report, which includes graphs and narrative answers.
Accordance Bible Software Discounts for the South Dakota Synod
Accordance Bible Software has partnered with the South Dakota Synod to offer discounted packages that feature Lutheran-specific resources, modern Bible translations, and tools for study.
South Dakota Synod Awarded $1.2 Million Grant from Lilly Endowment
The South Dakota Synod has been awarded a grant of $1,224,172 from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer Initiative.
Synodwide Study for the 2025 Bishop Election Process
Your feedback is requested regarding the current state of the South Dakota Synod, as we prepare for the election of our next bishop at the 2025 Synod Assembly. The survey will close on Wednesday, September 4.
Sprinkles of Grace Mini Grant Application Materials
Applications are now being accepted for “Sprinkles of Grace” mini grants. The “Sprinkles of Grace” grant was created to help ELCA churches in South Dakota in their ministry to families with children ages birth through eight years old.
2024 Farm to Table Dinner
Join us on September 8th to celebrate and support rural ministry at the 2024 Farm to Table Dinner!
Resource from the ELCA Legal Counsel Concerning New Overtime Rules
A resource from the ELCA Legal Counsel regarding upcoming changes to the minimum salary requirements for exemption from the overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
2024 Fall Theological Conference
Standing On The Rock – The “Brut-I-Full” Life Of A Rostered Leader: Finding Your Voice, Speaking To Your Community, And Surviving The Storms
2024 South Dakota Synod Fall Theological Conference
Pierre, SD
September 15-17, 2024