Book of Faith Initiative

The purpose of the Book of Faith Initiative is to increase biblical literacy and fluency for the sake of the world.

The Book of Faith is an initiative of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The Book of Faith initiative invites the whole church to become more fluent in the first language of faith, the language of Scripture, in order that we might live into our calling as a people renewed, enlivened, empowered, and sent by the Word.

The Minneapolis Area Synod task force on Book of Faith has been working hard to aid congregations to help our people access the Scriptures so that lives can be inspired and we can grasp the great gift of grace provided for us in the person of Jesus.

Minneapolis Area Synod Book of Faith Resources

    * A Path into the Bible, Our Book of Faith - A resource for pastors as an introduction to the process
    * Book of Faith response sheets - Intended for small group Bible studies and use in congregations

Upcoming Events/News

Luther and the Word: Reformation Pilgrimage to Germany and Prague
October 24 – November 5, 2011   
Inspired by the ELCA’s Book of Faith Initiative, this 13-day travel seminar explores Scripture and our reformation heritage by traveling to the places where Luther, and his predecessors, first determined the depth of their Christian faith. Visit Wittenberg, Eisenach, Halle, Leipzig, Herrnhut, and Mainz, places in Martin Luther’s life and ministry plus Prague, where church reformer Jan Hus preached 100 years before Luther. Attend the Wittenberg Reformation Festival on October 31.

Comprehensive program includes international airfare from New York, a carefully planned and paced schedule of sites, accommodations, most meals, activities and educational programming. The leadership team is Dr. Diane Jacobson, Professor Emeritus of Old Testament at Luther Seminary and Director of the Book of Faith Initiative, and Rev. Dick Bruesehoff, pastor and recent Director for Lifelong Learning. Contact Dr. Jacobson, DJacobso@luthersem.edu or Rev. Dick Bruesehoff, Richard.Bruesehoff@elca.org. Call CrossingBorders International Group Tours for a brochure 952-995-9585 or 800-990-6811.

This is third in a series of Book of Faith travel seminars. The second travel seminar recently returned from the Holy Land.  Visit the tour’s blog: http://www.bookoffaithholylandjourney.blogspot.com/. 
 

Just-A-Minute

Join the "Just-A-Minute" weekly e-mail list. It will alert you to the Gospel for the coming Sunday, offer three or four questions to provoke your reflection, and add a short prayer for your devotion. Provided by Rev. Dr. Mark Wegener. Sign up>

Online Resources

An innovative online social network has been created that offers people the opportunity to join in conversation with others all over the U.S. To sign on, create a profile, and become part of the conversation, go to www.bookoffaith.ning.com.

Join the Minneapolis Area Synod Group on this site at: www.bookoffaith.ning.com/group/minneapolisareasynod.