Last updated April 12, 2021
The Office of the Bishop is actively monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic, with particular focus on the health and well-being of people in the Southeastern Iowa Synod congregations and communities. New resources and information will be posted on this page as it pertains to the pandemic and the ministry of the synod. Email your questions, comments, or resource suggestions about this page to Val Harlynn, Associate for Communications
Visit the eNews archives for the news and information emailed on Mondays
Looking for in-person worship? The Office of the Bishop is not maintaining a list of this type as the Office of Bishop continues to advocate for online worship or outdoor distanced worship alternatives. Please talk with a local pastor or leadership to learn what congregations may be doing.
Online Worship Opportunities with congregations in Southeastern Iowa
Resuming Care Filled Worship and Sacramental Life
Wisconsin Council of Churches Updates and Resources
ELCA: Worship Resources for Worship in the Home (posted weekly)
- Jan. 19: Letter from the three Iowa Bishops about a recorded webinar, vaccinations, and worship
- Nov. 11, 2020: Update about Cases in Iowa and the Office of the Bishop Staff
COVID, Public Health and the Church: this webinar, held Jan. 14, was sponsored by the three Iowa synods.
ELCA: Livestreaming starter guide
Blog post about technology and livestreaming
Blog post about copyright and music resources
Zoom information and tutorials
- Using Zoom Beginners Guide (From Southeastern Synod)
- Scheduling and starting a Zoom Meeting instructions (From Southwestern Texas Synod)
Other Resources
ELCA: Best Practices for Counting Money and Bookkeeping
ELCA preferred vendors for online giving, Vanco and Tithe.ly
