This page is for voting members of the 2023 Southeastern Iowa Synod Assembly.
“Just the Essentials” Short Packet for Printing (6 pages)
Section 1 – General Information
- Welcome Letter from Bishop Current
- Orientation
- Proposed Standing Rules
- Assembly Schedule
- Information about Churchwide Representative
- Letter From Bishop Eaton
- Roster Changes
Section 2 – Officer Reports and Financial Information
- Vice President’s Report
- Treasurer’s Report
- Proposed 2024 Synod Budget
- 2022 Mission Spending Annual Report
- 2022 Audit Report
Section 3 – Proposed Synod Constitution Changes
- Report of the Constitution Committee
- Proposed Changes to the Synod Constitution
- Report of the Reference and Counsel Committee
- Resolution #1 – Gun Violence
Section 5 – Proposed Changes to Compensation Guidelines
- Summary
- Proposed 2024 Compensation Guidelines
Section 6- Organizational Reports
- Reports submitted from synod networks and partner ministries or organizations
Recording of Monday’s Session of the Synod Assembly
Recording of Tuesday’s Session of the Synod Assembly
Tech Tips for A Successful Assembly
Pre-Assembly Information Sessions
In order to help voting members have more time to learn about and discuss business items at the synod assembly, there are several preassembly Zoom sessions about topics that will be covered during the event. These sessions will also be recorded for viewing before the assembly. It is strongly recommended that first-time voting members attend or watch the orientation meeting.
Day 1
Monday May 15-5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
The Zoom session opens and check-in begins at 4:30 PM and closes at 5:30 PM, late check-ins will not be accepted
Opening of Assembly
Adoption of Agenda and Standing Rules
Introductions of Officers and Office of the Bishop
Partner Greetings
Vice President Report
Treasurer Report
2024 Synod Budget
2024 Compensation Guidelines
Congregation Anniversaries
BREAK
Secretary Report
Report of Constitution Committee
Constitution Amendments
Report of Reference and Counsel and First Reading of Resolutions
Churchwide Report
Roster Changes and Anniversaries
Day 2
Tuesday, May 15-5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
The Zoom session opens and check-in begins at 4:30 PM and closes at 5:30 PM, late check-ins will not be accepted
Scripture and Prayer
Bishop Report
BREAK
Congregation Anniversaries
Resolutions
Unfinished Business
Closing of Assembly
If you leave the Zoom or close eBallot, you can reaccess them through the links in your email from SEIA Synod.
Technology Help Desk:
Text your phone number to:
319- 359-7928
319-383-0643
The Help Desk will call or text you to help as quickly as they can to assist you. DO NOT USE THIS NUMBER TO TRY AND CALL THE HELP DESK.
Text for help is online available during check-in and when assembly is in session.
The Holy Spirit is working in our faith communities all over the church as we faithfully imagine how God is calling us to new expressions of church. The offering from both the Synod Assembly and Revival will support efforts for new ministries in the synod and throughout the ELCA.
Bishop Current has provided a sermon based on the Ephesians text which is the theme for the Synod Assembly and Revival. Please share with your congregation. Worship planners, please use them at your convenience. If you have questions or need a different file type, contact [email protected]
Gospel Reading and Sermon for streaming