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SUMMARY:Central Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Central Book Club will begin reading again in September. \nWe welcome new members. If you have questions or need to request Zoom (we need a three-day advance notice)\, please contact Carol or Cathy. \nFind Out What We’re Reading Next!
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/central-book-club/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Adult Formation,Featured Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T214958Z
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SUMMARY:Sabbath to End Homelessness Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Our congregation will observe the Sabbath to End Homelessness at Saturday evening worship\, Sunday morning worship and forums\, and on Monday during worship and the community meal. The Align Central Team is planning multiple activities to highlight both the challenges and the successes of our ongoing efforts to house all of our neighbors. Play a special edition of the classic Candyland board game during Adult Forum. Stay for Empowering Conversations\, where we will hear from David Hewitt\, Director of Housing Stability for Hennepin County.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/sabbath-to-end-homelessness-weekend/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T133000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250815T170829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T174351Z
UID:10011613-1763294400-1763299800@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Another place in which adult formation is nurtured by story is through the monthly Empowering Conversations. \nEmpowering Conversations occurs on the third Sunday of the month\, following the community meal. A guest speaker is invited to come share stories about our community and the things that we and our neighbors are facing. Generally\, those gathered are invited into discussion on the topic. \nFebruary Empowering Conversations\nJoin us for a unique Empowering Conversations as we welcome artist Sean Garrison. Sean Garrison is known for his live painting events\, in which he creates an abstract painting in the presence of a group of people. Mr. Garrison’s art is currently on display here at Central. For this Empowering Conversations\, he will talk with us about his call and his process to create art as a spiritual practice.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/empowering-conversations/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Adult Formation,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251024T171658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T201405Z
UID:10011346-1763575200-1763578800@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:Join Pastors Peter and Stephanie for the fall’s Bible study on Stories of Home in Scripture. The season begins on October 1 at 6 p.m. This offering is available both in person and online\, so join us in whatever setting is best for you. \nThe next four weeks of Bible study focus on the Stories of Home in the Gospels. Jesus\, in the many places he called home\, reminds us that home is more than a place\, it is a feeling of belonging and community. Join us as we explore a few of the key stories of home in the Gospels. \nJoin us as we read and study the many ways we find our home in community and in Jesus Christ. These Bible studies are created so that you can come in person or online\, every week or when it fits your schedule\, so plan to come whenever you can. \nStudy Guide  \nZoom Link
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/wednesday-night-bible-study-2/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Adult Formation,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251111T222549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T172726Z
UID:10011466-1763769600-1763942399@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Generosity Ingathering Weekend
DESCRIPTION:“Stories of Home” shapes our fall generosity appeal this year. The promise that God’s home is with us and our home is in God brings comfort and hope in complex times. Gerhard Frost\, a Lutheran poet and writer of the last century\, taught the importance of “homing in the presence of God.” Reflecting on what it means that our home is in God\, Frost wrote\, “God offers himself to us; we\, in turn\, share what we receive from him. This is the meaning of the Christian story. In a graceful cycle of faith\, we move from God to each other and back to God again. Our movement is both personal and communal. It binds together the past and future\, and through it we come together in the presence of the Father\, Son\, and Spirit” (Homing in the Presence\, 121). \nBelow\, you will find the Stories of Home brochure and the Ways to Give sheet. The faith promise intention card is in the brochure as a tear-off page. The Ways to Give sheet is an added resource as you plan to fulfill the intention that you will make to God as an act of worship on Saturday\, November 22\, or Sunday\, November 23. We will make our faith promises\, our financial intentions\, as an act of worship. It is a hopeful response for us to process to the front during worship and place our faith promises in the cornucopias as a corporate act of faith. \nMake Your 2026 Faith Intention  \n  \nStories of Home Brochure  \nWays to Give
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/generosity-ingathering-weekend/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251124T123000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T194700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T194700Z
UID:10011474-1763983800-1763987400@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Meal
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the annual Thanksgiving Meal will take place on Monday\, November 24. All are welcome to join us for worship at 11 a.m. where we will offer up our gratitude for God’s abundance. Then\, at 11:30 a.m.\, we will enjoy a feast of all our favorite Thanksgiving foods (turkey\, mashed potatoes\, stuffing\, pie\, and more!) gathered together with our beloved community.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/thanksgiving-meal/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Food,Restoration Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250916T164513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T164603Z
UID:10011073-1764068400-1764090000@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:November OWLS Trip
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota History Theatre for Rollicking! A Winter Carnival Musical\nJoin us for a quick drive to St. Paul where we’ll visit the History Theatre for a whimsical performance about a snowy adventure at the St. Paul Winter Carnival. Clarence “Cap” Wigington is whisked away into a magical world that drives this Minnesota festival. Join us for a history lesson and great entertainment! You must have registered in advance for this event in order to attend! \nSign-up at the Welcome Desk: November 2\, 9\, and 16\nCost: $35\nSchedule: \n\nBus leaves Central at 11 a.m.\nLunch arrangements: TBD\nArrive at the theatre at 1:30 p.m.\nPerformance from 2–4 p.m.\nReturn to Central by 5 p.m.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/november-owls-trip/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Regular Group Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250610T184118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T172645Z
UID:10011476-1764230400-1764262800@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Closure
DESCRIPTION:The Central building is closed on these holidays: \n\nNew Year’s Day\nMartin Luther King\, Jr. Day\nEaster Monday\nMemorial Day\nJuneteenth Freedom Day\nIndependence Day (4th of July)\nLabor Day\nThanksgiving Day\nDay after Christmas Day\n\n 
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/holiday-closure/2025-11-27/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Notice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T103000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T200907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T200907Z
UID:10011495-1764495000-1764498600@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Advent Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Advent Fair is scheduled again this year as an intergenerational learning event on Sunday\, November 30 at 9:30 a.m. This Central tradition is a beautiful way to launch your Advent season with displays\, activities\, treats\, and crafts. In keeping with our theme\, Stories of Home\, we are inviting members to bring in items that capture the essential stories of home in your Advent tradition. We’ll have a large display of Nativity sets again this year and invite you to bring an item to share at a display table or to share at tables over coffee and cookies. Bring your stories\, your imaginations\, and your curiosity for sharing Advent traditions and memories\, and join us on November 30 as we begin a season of waiting for Jesus’ birth.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/advent-fair/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Adult Formation,CYF Formation,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T201812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T202030Z
UID:10011498-1764784800-1764788400@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Advent Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:Beginning December 3\, join us for a three-week Bible study series\, “Advent Stories of Home\,” as brought to us by Isaiah. Isaiah is a book of longing for a home that has been taken away and seeking redemption from a God that wants to make their home in the midst of the people. We will spend our time with Isaiah’s people in exile and with God’s promises to them and to us. You can join us in person or on Zoom. \nStudy Guide \nZoom Link
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/advent-bible-study/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Adult Formation,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T201500
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250910T153810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T153810Z
UID:10011068-1764961200-1764965700@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Augsburg Advent Vespers
DESCRIPTION:For more than four decades\, Augsburg University has ushered in the Advent and Christmas seasons with Advent Vespers\, a magnificent experience of music and liturgy focusing on the theme of preparation and culminating in the joyful celebration of the Incarnation. We invite you to join us on December 5 or 6 at Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis for the 46th annual Advent Vespers: “Guide Our Feet Into the Way of Peace.” In times like these\, God sends prophets to point us in a new direction\, to remind us of God’s loving intentions for the world. While peaceful times may feel far off\, we join the defiant song of Zechariah that points towards a future day when the fullness of God’s shalom dawns once again in our lives. \nReserve a Ticket
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/augsburg-advent-vespers/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Hosted Events (onsite),Special Music Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T151500
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250910T153810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T153810Z
UID:10011069-1765029600-1765034100@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Augsburg Advent Vespers
DESCRIPTION:For more than four decades\, Augsburg University has ushered in the Advent and Christmas seasons with Advent Vespers\, a magnificent experience of music and liturgy focusing on the theme of preparation and culminating in the joyful celebration of the Incarnation. We invite you to join us on December 5 or 6 at Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis for the 46th annual Advent Vespers: “Guide Our Feet Into the Way of Peace.” In times like these\, God sends prophets to point us in a new direction\, to remind us of God’s loving intentions for the world. While peaceful times may feel far off\, we join the defiant song of Zechariah that points towards a future day when the fullness of God’s shalom dawns once again in our lives. \nReserve a Ticket
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/augsburg-advent-vespers/2025-12-06/1/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Hosted Events (onsite),Special Music Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T181500
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250910T153810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T153810Z
UID:10011070-1765040400-1765044900@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Augsburg Advent Vespers
DESCRIPTION:For more than four decades\, Augsburg University has ushered in the Advent and Christmas seasons with Advent Vespers\, a magnificent experience of music and liturgy focusing on the theme of preparation and culminating in the joyful celebration of the Incarnation. We invite you to join us on December 5 or 6 at Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis for the 46th annual Advent Vespers: “Guide Our Feet Into the Way of Peace.” In times like these\, God sends prophets to point us in a new direction\, to remind us of God’s loving intentions for the world. While peaceful times may feel far off\, we join the defiant song of Zechariah that points towards a future day when the fullness of God’s shalom dawns once again in our lives. \nReserve a Ticket
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/augsburg-advent-vespers/2025-12-06/2/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Hosted Events (onsite),Special Music Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250905T220142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T220142Z
UID:10011007-1765099800-1765108800@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Realm Database Support
DESCRIPTION:Realm is the church’s database\, online payment system\, and so much more! The staff use it regularly to keep track of all our members and groups here at Central. It is very important that your information is up-to-date and correct. Pat Hansen will be at the Welcome Desk this Sunday (and every first Sunday of the month) to help you update your profile. She can even take a new picture and upload it for you! As always\, you can email Pat with any of your Realm questions. \n 
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/realm-database-support/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Notice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251203T173913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T213744Z
UID:10011679-1765107000-1765110600@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:New Member Welcome Info Session
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in joining\, you are invited to a gathering in Fireside to meet with available pastors and staff\, learn about Central\, and ask any questions you may have. Please email Sara Stensaas to let her know you’re coming! \nPlease consider yourself invited into membership at Central Lutheran Church! We have a fluid understanding of membership here. If Central is a place where you are experiencing God and participating in how the congregation seeks to care for all\, then please consider yourself a “member” already! Yet\, it is good to officially join\, begin to make connections\, and learn about the ministry of the congregation. \nWe will celebrate New Member Welcome Weekend on June 13-15. This is when we take the time to officially celebrate and welcome new members to Central Lutheran. If interested\, connect with Pastor Peter about membership.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/new-member-welcome-info-session/2025-12-07/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250916T165246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T165246Z
UID:10011074-1765278900-1765285200@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:December OWLS Event
DESCRIPTION:OWLS Annual Christmas Luncheon\nJoin friends old and new for this annual tradition. We’ll gather for a lovely Christmas program at 11:30 a.m. followed by a warm and delicious lunch at 12:15 p.m. Don your Christmas best and gather with your Central family for this delightful annual tradition. You must have registered in advance for this event in order to attend! \nSign-up at the Welcome Desk: November 16\, 23\, and 30\nCost: $25\nSchedule: \n\nArrive at Central at 11:15 a.m.\nChristmas Program at 11:30 a.m.\nLunch served by 12:15 p.m.\nLunch ends at 1 p.m.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/december-owls-event/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Regular Group Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T201812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T202030Z
UID:10011499-1765389600-1765393200@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Advent Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:Beginning December 3\, join us for a three-week Bible study series\, “Advent Stories of Home\,” as brought to us by Isaiah. Isaiah is a book of longing for a home that has been taken away and seeking redemption from a God that wants to make their home in the midst of the people. We will spend our time with Isaiah’s people in exile and with God’s promises to them and to us. You can join us in person or on Zoom. \nStudy Guide \nZoom Link
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/advent-bible-study/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Adult Formation,Featured Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250416T200901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T180311Z
UID:10003401-1765459800-1765465200@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Central Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Central Book Club will begin reading again in September. \nWe welcome new members. If you have questions or need to request Zoom (we need a three-day advance notice)\, please contact Carol or Cathy. \nFind Out What We’re Reading Next!
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/central-book-club/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Adult Formation,Featured Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251203T185139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T185139Z
UID:10011688-1765638000-1765641600@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Wedding of Sophie Newcomb and Brett Erickson
DESCRIPTION:Service: 3 p.m.\nReception: 4 p.m. \nJoin Online \n 
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/wedding-of-sophie-newcomb-and-brett-erickson/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Life Passages
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T201812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T202030Z
UID:10011500-1765994400-1765998000@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Advent Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:Beginning December 3\, join us for a three-week Bible study series\, “Advent Stories of Home\,” as brought to us by Isaiah. Isaiah is a book of longing for a home that has been taken away and seeking redemption from a God that wants to make their home in the midst of the people. We will spend our time with Isaiah’s people in exile and with God’s promises to them and to us. You can join us in person or on Zoom. \nStudy Guide \nZoom Link
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/advent-bible-study/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Adult Formation,Featured Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T202631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T203036Z
UID:10011501-1766076300-1766088000@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Homeless Memorial March and Service
DESCRIPTION:For 41 years\, hundreds of community members have come together for the Homeless Memorial March and Service. Join us on this milestone anniversary as we honor the memories of individuals who passed away in 2025: people who died while experiencing homelessness\, who were previously homeless\, or who were advocates. \nOn Thursday\, December 18 at 4:45 p.m.\, we will gather at Plymouth Congregational Church for the silent march and vigil and return to the church for the memorial service. The service will be livestreamed on the Simpson Housing Facebook page for those who cannot attend in person. \nLearn More
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/homeless-memorial-march-and-service/
LOCATION:Plymouth Congregational\, 1919 La Salle Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Partner Event (offsite)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T180000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T204846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T204846Z
UID:10011518-1766250000-1766253600@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Blue Christmas Healing Prayer Service
DESCRIPTION:The seasons of Advent and Christmas can be hopeful and joyful. They can also be challenging days as people tend to grief and loss during the holiday season. Once again\, this year\, a “Blue Christmas” worship service is offered to tend to healing during grief and to name the challenges of the season. We will gather for this service of healing on Saturday\, December 20 at the 5 p.m. service. There will be time to light candles and remember\, receive prayers for healing and comfort\, and gather with others during the complexity of the season. All are welcome as we gather to care for one another\, sing songs of hope\, and look to God for healing and comfort.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/blue-christmas-healing-prayer-service/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T205426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T205426Z
UID:10011530-1766313000-1766316600@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Sunday School Christmas Program
DESCRIPTION:The Sunday School children and their shepherds are working hard to learn songs and lines for this year’s Sunday school program scheduled for Sunday\, December 21 at 10:30 a.m. This time-honored tradition is a must-attend for all who long to experience Christmas through the eyes and heart of a child. One of the ways children embody their faith is by retelling the story of Jesus. There is no better way to begin their faith journey than by putting on the costumes\, singing the songs\, and reading the story of Jesus’ birth. While children will learn about Jesus through scripture and worship\, they embrace Jesus as a baby because Jesus\, the newborn\, is familiar. Jesus the newborn was once a child\, just like they are. Come and celebrate the Sunday School kids with your presence and your delight this December.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/sunday-school-christmas-program/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:CYF Formation,Featured Event,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251222T123000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T210144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T210144Z
UID:10011531-1766401200-1766406600@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Monday Christmas Worship and Meal
DESCRIPTION:On December 22 at 11 a.m. we will celebrate the Birth of Jesus in worship with a service of lessons and carols. It will be led from the congregation who gathers\, so if you would like to participate by reading one of the lessons\, please arrive a bit early and let Pastor Melissa know. Isaac Drewes will lead us in singing many of our favorite Christmas carols that help welcome in the season. After worship\, we will eat together our traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings\, and there will be Christmas cards with a gift inside for people who gather for the meal. Please join us on December 22 to celebrate this season of God’s greatest gift to us.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/monday-christmas-worship-and-meal/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Food,Restoration Center,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T163000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T215545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T185108Z
UID:10011536-1766588400-1766593800@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:3 p.m. Christmas Eve Worship
DESCRIPTION:On Christmas Eve\, we will have two service options. \nThe 3 p.m. service is our family service\, which features favorite Christmas carols\, led by the section leader quartet. We will have a short carol-sing beforehand. \nThe 10:30 p.m. service features full choir and bells\, including a 20-minute prelude. The prelude and service will feature repertoire by Howells\, Clausen\, Langlais\, Cathy Moklebust\, Matthew Culloton\, and Will Todd.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/3-p-m-christmas-eve-worship/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T223000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T233000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251117T215903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T185049Z
UID:10011537-1766615400-1766619000@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Worship
DESCRIPTION:The 10:30 p.m. service features full choir and bells\, including a 20-minute prelude. The prelude and service will feature repertoire by Howells\, Clausen\, Langlais\, Cathy Moklebust\, Matthew Culloton\, and Will Todd.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/1030-p-m-christmas-eve-worship/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Special Music Events,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251121T213121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T213121Z
UID:10011614-1766656800-1766660400@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Day Worship
DESCRIPTION:On Christmas Day\, we will have one service at 10 a.m.
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/christmas-day-worship/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Worship
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T183000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20251218T175719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T165649Z
UID:10011737-1767114000-1767119400@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Winter Break Connection
DESCRIPTION:For all high school students\, current college students\, and recent college grads: you are warmly invited to an evening of connection at Central! This gathering is for you if you traveled to Amnicon\, Christikon\, or the National Youth Gatherings and/or graduated from high school between 2016 and 2025. It is a time to connect and catch up on life in the middle of Christmas breaks. We’ll have beverages and treats\, and look forward to seeing many of you here. Parents\, please share this info with your students home from school. \nMeetingRoom: Lower Narthex
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/winter-break-connection/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:CYF Formation,Featured Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250610T184118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T172645Z
UID:10012628-1767254400-1767286800@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Closure
DESCRIPTION:The Central building is closed on these holidays: \n\nNew Year’s Day\nMartin Luther King\, Jr. Day\nEaster Monday\nMemorial Day\nJuneteenth Freedom Day\nIndependence Day (4th of July)\nLabor Day\nThanksgiving Day\nDay after Christmas Day\n\n 
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/holiday-closure/2026-01-01/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Notice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260104T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260616T203921
CREATED:20250905T220142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T220142Z
UID:10011008-1767519000-1767528000@www.centralmpls.org
SUMMARY:Realm Database Support
DESCRIPTION:Realm is the church’s database\, online payment system\, and so much more! The staff use it regularly to keep track of all our members and groups here at Central. It is very important that your information is up-to-date and correct. Pat Hansen will be at the Welcome Desk this Sunday (and every first Sunday of the month) to help you update your profile. She can even take a new picture and upload it for you! As always\, you can email Pat with any of your Realm questions. \n 
URL:https://www.centralmpls.org/event/realm-database-support/2026-01-04/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 333 South 12th Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404
CATEGORIES:Featured Event,Notice
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