MISSION
The Synod of Lakes and Prairies supports, connects, and equips the presbyteries we serve as they empower congregations to thrive and embody Christ's love to neighbors near and far.
Mission
Purpose
We exist to glorify God by nurturing a vibrant, connectional church that proclaims Christ's love and justice for the world. Together we are called to support presbyteries, congregations and mission partners to flourish, share resources, develop leaders, and build communities that sustain vital ministries through faith, hope, love, and witness.
Values
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Hope
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Inclusion and Diversity
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Connectional governance
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Leadership
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Respect
Strategic Directions
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Welcome hope as an action. Our mission must be bold, restorative, and faith based.
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Implement Matthew 25 focus areas to be foundational to our mission.
Build Congregational Vitality, Dismantle Structural Racism, Eradicate Systemic Poverty
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Embrace wholeness and build community based on collaboration and partnerships.
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Invest resources with accountability and steward generosity for sustainability and growth.
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Inform with clarity, communicate with respect and engage with equity and trust.
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Innovate ministry through creativity, flexibility, and mutuality.
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Equip and empower multi-faceted leadership based on shared proactive and learned experience to serve local ministires and the larger church now and for future generations.
The Synod of Lakes and Prairies was the first mid-council to join Matthew 25.