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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An Ingathering is a regional collection event where quilters and kit-makers can drop off their donations to be delivered to Lutheran World Relief. Organized by Lutheran World Relief.
Join us for a time of learning and renewal for GMS faith leaders, including lay members and staff, council presidents, and rostered ministers. Our speaker is The Reverend Canon Dr. Stephanie Spellers, one of the Episcopal Church’s leading thinkers around 21st-century ministry and mission.
What are your joys and struggles and your longings for the world? How might the Church meet you there? Connect with other young adults of faith (18-23) over a meal to discuss these questions and dream about young adult ministry together! Organized by the GMS Youth/Young Adult Listening Committee.
Address:
1212 S. Layton Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Mailing Address:
PO Box 341695
Milwaukee, WI 53234
