The Greater Milwaukee Synod (GMS) is a geographic grouping of congregations, extending from Sheboygan down to the Illinois border and from Lake Michigan to the western edge of Waukesha County. We are one of 65 synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).Â
This synod is made up of 115 congregations, 4 Synod Authorized Worshiping Communities, and 59,143 baptized members in southeastern Wisconsin led by Bishop Paul D. Erickson and a 17-member synod council.
Equipping the Saints for the work of ministry; Building up the Body of Christ.
- Ephesians 4:12
In May of 2022, the Greater Milwaukee Synod Council voted to undertake an Authentic Diversity Audit...
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Synod Assembly takes place each spring and brings together voting members from congregations to worship, engage in conversation, to vote on resolutions, elect synod council and committee representatives, consider finances, and other business.
Join us for a time of learning and renewal for GMS faith leaders, including lay members and staff, council presidents, and rostered ministers. Additional details and registration to come.
Location and additional details to be announced.
Address:
1212 S. Layton Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Mailing Address:
PO Box 341695
Milwaukee, WI 53234
