Congregations work interdependently. By sharing gifts and talents and tapping available resources, congregations can creatively assist each other in their ministries.
Networks
Hunger
Hunger works toward the goal that no man, woman or child shall go hungry. Contact Pastor Liz Bell, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
Disaster Response
Disaster Response offers resources to help congregations mitigate and respond to disasters. Contact Pastor Liz Bell, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
Generosity
Generosity supports and strengthens congregations and leaders in their life of discipleship and stewardship. Contact Pastor Liz Bell, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
Visit the Giving web page to learn about giving opportunities.
Companion Synod – Hungary
Companion Synod – Hungary builds relationships between the Northeastern Iowa Synod and the Lutheran Church in Hungary. Contact Pastor Liz Bell, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
Companion Synod – Namibia
Companion Synod – Namibia builds relationships between the Northeastern Iowa Synod and the Lutheran Church in Namibia. Contact Pastor Liz Bell, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
Men’s Ministry
Men’s Ministry develops men’s ministries through workshops, retreats and resources. Contact Pastor Steve Brackett, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
AMMPARO Welcoming
AMMPARO Welcoming stands in solidarity with immigrants and refugees. Contact Pastor Kristen Corr Rod for more information.
Racial Justice Advocacy
Racial Justice Advocacy combats racism in congregations and communities. Contact Pastor Kristen Corr Rod for more information.
Home Life
Home Life cares for each baptized child of God who seeks to live out their faith in their daily lives. Contact Pastor Kristen Corr Rod for more information.
LYO
LYO equips youth to be leaders in their congregations. Contact Pastor Kristen Corr Rod for more information.
Care for Creation
Care for Creation calls attention to environmental issues and earth stewardship, and advocates for social and environmental justice. Contact Pastor Liz Bell, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
Substance Abuse
The Substance Abuse Network advises how our leaders and congregations can collaborate and form effective partnerships with state and local authorities and nongovernmental organizations, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Al-Anon, the Center of Addiction and Faith and Fellowship of Recovering Lutheran Clergy. Contact Pastor Steve Brackett, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
Ministries
Women of the ELCA
Women of the ELCA is a community of women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit.
S.A.F.E. Ministry Team
S.A.F.E. Ministry Team focuses on education, prevention and healing of sexual abuse within congregations. Training for staff and volunteers is offered through the Safe Gatherings prevention program and CongregationU. Contact Pastor Steve Brackett, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
Abdelkader Project
Abdelkader Project founded to promote cultural literacy and respectful engagement with other faiths. Contact Pastor Kristen Corr Rod for more information.
Youth & Family
Events, support and resources to help congregations offer robust ministries for youth, young adults and families. Contact Pastor Kristen Corr Rod for more information.
Congregational Vitality
The ELCA Vital Congregations Training is a two-year partnership between congregations and the Northeastern Iowa Synod to develop leadership, deepen discipleship and strengthen outreach. Contact Pastor Kristen Corr Rod for more information.
Leadership Support
Offering pastoral care and supportive relationships for current and future rostered ministers. Contact Pastor Steve Brackett, assistant to the Bishop, for more information.
