• May 29-31: Synod Assembly, Watford City

    Registration is now open! 

    Go to the Synod Assembly page for details and updates.

  • June 1 & 2: Synod Office Closed


  • June 14: Holy Closure, Trinity Lutheran, Kenmare


  • June 30: Lunch & Learn-Creating a Network of Care Across ND (registration required)

    Disasters impact every community—and preparation, response, and recovery are strongest when we learn and work together. Our congregations have so much to gain and to offer in this shared work! The Disaster Capacity Building Lunch and Learn Series is designed to equip congregations, leaders, and community members with knowledge, tools, and relationships to better serve their neighbors before, during, and after times of crisis.


    Through weekly conversations with experts and partner organizations, participants will explore topics including disaster response and recovery, volunteer engagement, food insecurity, emotional and spiritual care, suicide prevention, and caring for neighbors who face vulnerabilities. Whether you are new to disaster ministry or looking to deepen your congregation’s capacity, this series offers practical learning and meaningful connection to help strengthen resilience across our communities. Registration is required, but all Lunch & Learns are free! 


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  • July 6-9: ELCA Rostered Minister Gathering, Indianapolis, IN


  • July 7: Lunch & Learn-Food Security in North Dakota (registration required)

     Disasters impact every community—and preparation, response, and recovery are strongest when we learn and work together. Our congregations have so much to gain and to offer in this shared work! The Disaster Capacity Building Lunch and Learn Series is designed to equip congregations, leaders, and community members with knowledge, tools, and relationships to better serve their neighbors before, during, and after times of crisis.


    Through weekly conversations with experts and partner organizations, participants will explore topics including disaster response and recovery, volunteer engagement, food insecurity, emotional and spiritual care, suicide prevention, and caring for neighbors who face vulnerabilities. Whether you are new to disaster ministry or looking to deepen your congregation’s capacity, this series offers practical learning and meaningful connection to help strengthen resilience across our communities. Registration is required, but all Lunch & Learns are free! 


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  • July 9-11: A2B Gathering, Indianapolis, IN


  • July 14: Lunch & Learn-The Role of Volunteers & Congregations in Disaster Response (registration required)

    Disasters impact every community—and preparation, response, and recovery are strongest when we learn and work together. Our congregations have so much to gain and to offer in this shared work! The Disaster Capacity Building Lunch and Learn Series is designed to equip congregations, leaders, and community members with knowledge, tools, and relationships to better serve their neighbors before, during, and after times of crisis.


    Through weekly conversations with experts and partner organizations, participants will explore topics including disaster response and recovery, volunteer engagement, food insecurity, emotional and spiritual care, suicide prevention, and caring for neighbors who face vulnerabilities. Whether you are new to disaster ministry or looking to deepen your congregation’s capacity, this series offers practical learning and meaningful connection to help strengthen resilience across our communities. Registration is required, but all Lunch & Learns are free! 


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  • July 16-19: WELCA Triennial Gathering, Des Moines, IA


  • July 20-24: ELCA All Staff Gathering, Chicago


  • July 21: Lunch & Learn-Suicide Prevention with the VA: S.A.V.E. Training (registration required)

    Disasters impact every community—and preparation, response, and recovery are strongest when we learn and work together. Our congregations have so much to gain and to offer in this shared work! The Disaster Capacity Building Lunch and Learn Series is designed to equip congregations, leaders, and community members with knowledge, tools, and relationships to better serve their neighbors before, during, and after times of crisis.


    Through weekly conversations with experts and partner organizations, participants will explore topics including disaster response and recovery, volunteer engagement, food insecurity, emotional and spiritual care, suicide prevention, and caring for neighbors who face vulnerabilities. Whether you are new to disaster ministry or looking to deepen your congregation’s capacity, this series offers practical learning and meaningful connection to help strengthen resilience across our communities. Registration is required, but all Lunch & Learns are free! 


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  • July 27-30: Region 3 Bishop Retreat


  • July 28: Lunch & Learn-Understanding Our Immigrant Neighbors (registration required)

    Disasters impact every community—and preparation, response, and recovery are strongest when we learn and work together. Our congregations have so much to gain and to offer in this shared work! The Disaster Capacity Building Lunch and Learn Series is designed to equip congregations, leaders, and community members with knowledge, tools, and relationships to better serve their neighbors before, during, and after times of crisis.


    Through weekly conversations with experts and partner organizations, participants will explore topics including disaster response and recovery, volunteer engagement, food insecurity, emotional and spiritual care, suicide prevention, and caring for neighbors who face vulnerabilities. Whether you are new to disaster ministry or looking to deepen your congregation’s capacity, this series offers practical learning and meaningful connection to help strengthen resilience across our communities. Registration is required, but all Lunch & Learns are free! 


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  • August 17-19: Castle Project Gathering at Wartburg Seminary


  • August 29: WND Bishop Installation in Bismarck


  • August 30: Holy Closure, Trinity Lutheran, Tioga


  • September 20-22: Bishop's Convocation, Metigoshe Ministries


  • October 9-10: Lyle Griner Combined Event for all and SAMs/Mentors


  • October 16-18: LYO Event at Baymont Inn & Suites, Mandan


  • October 23-24: Women's Retreat & Convention at Camp of the Cross

    Guest speaker, invitation to WELCA convention activities, crafting activity (Friday night), Bible study, small group activities, worship, great meals and lodging!

  • November 21: SAM Summit in Bismarck


  • December 4-5: Andy Root - GIFTS Event - Bismarck


    News & Events

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    Boundaries Workshop

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    The Palm Sunday Path

    By Joel S • February 12, 2026
    Non-partisan Path of Action Set for March 25, 2026

    Prayer Concerns


    Synod Ministers

    Rev. Sylvia Bull

    Rev. Larry Giese

    Rev. Janet Gwin

    Rev. Lee Herberg

    Rev. Charles Johnson

    Rev. JB Johnson

    Rev. Lisa Lewton

    Rev. Giselle Loucks

    Rev. Mark Nygard

    Rev. Mike Olson

    Rev. Todd Olson

    Rev. Mary Parris

    Rev. Janis Sloka III

    Rev. Peder Stenslie



    Synod Congregations & Partner Ministries

    Wilmington Lutheran, Arnegard

    Wolford Lutheran, Wolford

    Zion Lutheran, Ashley

    Zion Lutheran, Berthold



    Weekly Prayer Requests

    Pr. Jeff Giles

    Bishop Craig Schweitzer

    Sherie Heine

    The MHA Nation

    Pr. Betty Czubay

    Rich O'Toole (SAM with Tri-Parish)

    Pr. Larry Giese



    Job Openings

    This list is intended to provide a resource for congregations wishing to advertise staff positions for lay leaders in their congregations.


    To view a list of congregations or organizations seeking to call a Pastor or Deacon visit our Congregations in the Call Process listing.


    Current Openings:


    Peace Lutheran Church - Lincoln.

    • Sunday School and Youth Director (part-time - est. 15 hours/week, 40 weeks/year)
    • The Sunday School and Youth Director at Peace Lutheran is responsible for leadership, coordination, training and support to provide spiritual care and education opportunities that share Jesus’ love and story with children through grade six and confirmed youth in high school, recruiting and involving parents and the congregation in the ministry, and coordinating with others to provide effective programming and scheduling.

    CLICK HERE to learn more about this position

    TO APPLY email Kathy Mauch, or call (701) 400-8452


    St. Olaf Lutheran Church - Devils Lake.

    • Youth Ministry Coordinator (full-time or part-time)
    • The Youth Ministry Coordinator at St. Olaf Lutheran Church will shepherd youth and their families from birth through high school by empowering, supporting, and encouraging youth, their families and adult volunteers in learning, faith formation and spiritual growth. The coordinator will plan, develop, coordinate, and oversee activities for children and families that foster Christian community through relationship-building while promoting fun, spiritual development, ministry, and outreach involvement opportunities.

    CLICK HERE to visit their website and to learn more about this position



    If you have a position you would like posted, please e-mail a summary, possible position description, and contact information to info@wndsynod.org.