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The Synod of Lakes and Prairies consists of sixteen presbyteries, including the non-geographic Dakota Presbytery.  We are 718 congregations with 73,276 members across six states in the Upper Midwest.

Synod announces search for Stated Clerk

This notice is to inform you that the current term of service of Synod Stated Clerk Rev. Pam Prouty ends on December 31 of this year.  Therefore, we will be nominating and electing a Clerk at the upcoming Synod meeting, Sept. 27-28.  Rev. Prouty is eligible for reelection to another term.   Synod Moderator Jeff Dickinson has appointed a Search Committee to lead the open search process, chaired by William Davnie. 

The job description for the Stated Clerk of the Synod of Lakes and Prairies is available here.  For staff planning purposes, the next term will be for three years.

Please share this information as appropriate to those who might be interested in this position.  The Stated Clerk has an office in the Synod building in Eagan, Minnesota, but for the most part works remotely, as do most Synod staff and officers.  The work is generally estimated at 300 hours per year.  Compensation will be discussed during interviews. The Search Committee’s preference, but not requirement, is for a nominee from within the bounds of the Synod.

An application will require three references with contact information, and a resume. Applications need to be received by Sept. 19.  Interviews, by Zoom, are tentatively planned for midday Tuesday, September 22.   Interested candidates can direct questions and applications to Bill Davnie at bcdavnie@gmail.com.

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Appications for the 2026 Racial Equity Student Scholarship are now being accepted.

Due date is September 30.

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The Academy

Worship Class in October at Lakeshore Center

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Teaching applications for 2027 are due September 1.

Submit an evaluation for this year.

Synod School 2027- July 25-30!

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Resources for Response & Ministry

News from the Presbyteries

On June 27 the Fox Valley communities experienced a devastating tornado that impacted Appleton, Fox Crossing, Menasha, and Neenah, Wisconsin. Many families and businesses are beginning the difficult work of recovery.

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in touch with the Presbytery of Winnebago and is offering their support. 

How can you help? Give, Act, Pray.

 

Support local recovery through First Presbyterian Church of Neenah, click on this link

Volunteer Fox Cities is coordinating volunteer opportunities throughout the affected communities. 2026 Storm Response - Volunteer Fox Cities

Pray for emergency responders, volunteers, and helpers, that they may be

sustained emotionally, physically, and spiritually.For patience as crews work to restore power, water, and access.

For those who have lost homes, businesses, or livelihoods.For those experiencing fear, grief, and uncertainty.

That together we may bring hope out of chaos.

Presbytery of Winnebago

Synod Happenings

Synod Meeting
Sep 27-28, 2026 - online

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Presbyterian News Service

 

Special Offerings

Changes to Special Offerings in 2026

 

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA)

On the Road to GA, newsletter of the 227th General Assembly

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