The three Iowa ELCA bishops will will ride again for a one-day reprise to support anti-hunger ministries. Join them Thursday, July 24, for the RAGBRAI ride from Iowa Falls to […]
News & Announcements
‘Lutheran Memoir’ resources promote racial justice discussions
The synod’s Racial Justice Advocacy Network has developed the “Lutheran Memoir” project to promote learning and discussion about the church’s past experiences in the treatment of racial groups and notable […]
Pastor Jennifer Thomas to join the Synod staff
The Northeastern Iowa Synod Council is pleased to announce that a synod call has been extended to Rev. Jennifer (Jen) Thomas to serve as Assistant to the Bishop for Shared […]
Register for summer Youth Ministry webinars
Northeastern Iowa Synod youth workers, clergy and volunteers are invited to join in free webinars offered this summer in partnership with Youth Ministry Consultants. Youth Ministry Consultants is a nonprofit […]
Domestic Hunger Grants applications extended to July 7
Applications for ELCA World Hunger’s 2026 Domestic Hunger Grants are being accepted through July 7. The annual domestic hunger grants support ELCA congregations, social ministry organizations and community-based nonprofits working […]
Give input by June 30 on ELCA Social Message on Child Protection
Feedback is due by JUNE 30, 2025 Lay and rostered members of the ELCA are invited to submit input on a draft of the new “Social Message on Child Protection,” […]
