The Northeastern Iowa Synod will host a “Plan-It” workshop on Thursday, May 1, to help ministers and faith formation leaders develop a calendar of events for their youth and family ministries.
Kelsey Blinn of Peer Ministry Leadership will lead this planning event from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Camp Ewalu, Strawberry Point. The event is a guided planning and sharing experience for those responsible for faith formation ministries.
Blinn will offer planning tools, templates and a system to help participants plan out a year of themes and events that will involve nearly every youth in their congregations. Everyone will have an opportunity to share ideas, organize ministry systems, gain time-saving tips and learn how to build a leadership-producing culture with an emphasis on self-care.
Youth leaders, faith formation directors, children’s ministry directors, pastors, volunteers and the entire planning team are encouraged to attend. People should plan to bring laptops and a list of important dates to plan around, such as community and school events.

May 1, 2025
9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Camp Ewalu, Strawberry Point
REGISTER BY APRIL 10!
Cost to attend is $15, which includes lunch. To learn more, about Peer Ministry Leadership, visit www.peerministry.org. For questions about the event, call the synod office at 319-352-1414.

