"God's work. Our hands." Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday, September 8, 2024
As a social ministry partner of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), we are proud to work with congregations across the state for this year’s “God’s Work. Our Hands.”
Each year, the ELCA encourages its member churches to serve their neighbor by completing a service project on a designated day. If your congregation cannot participate on September 8, 2024, you may consider doing one of the LSS service projects on another day.
Service activities offer an opportunity for us to explore one of our most basic convictions as Lutherans: that all of life in Jesus Christ – every act of service, in every daily calling, in every corner of life – flows freely from a living, daring confidence in God’s grace.
Service Projects
Gather a group of volunteers, choose a project to complete and make a difference! Select your region below to see the opportunities available in your community:
Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods
Northeastern Minnesota Synod
Northwestern Minnesota Synod
Southeastern Minnesota Synod
Southwestern Minnesota Synod
How It Works
To get started, follow these steps:
- Decide if your congregation prefers to do your project at your church, from congregants' homes or in the community.
- Identify the project(s) you would like to complete from the 2024 Service Projects list. Fill out this form to let us know about your project. Reach out to the listed contract person to learn more and/or arrange a drop off time for your completed service project.
- Plan your day. Details about each project are available on the individual project pages. The contact person for your project can provide any additional project information. Unless otherwise noted, projects will take place on Sunday, September 8, 2024 or you may work with the contact person for your project to find an alternative date.
- Get the word out to your congregation by publicizing your service project and the ways that it will positively impact your neighbors.
Resources: LSS Worship Guide (pdf)
Thank you for being a part of "God’s work. Our Hands." by partnering with LSS and serving your neighbor in the spirit of Christ’s love!
If you have any questions, please contact congregations@lssmn.org.