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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Come to hear inspiring stories of how God is touching the lives of people in this synod, and leave with practical tools you can use in your congregation to ignite the practice of spiritual storytelling. (This event is hosted by our Central Conference as part of a synod-wide storytelling event series. We welcome and encourage you to attend even if your home congregation is located in a different conference!)
Celebrate the Advent season with a fun and festive night of carols, stories and good cheer! (This event is hosted by our North Conference as part of a synod-wide storytelling event series. We welcome and encourage you to attend even if your home congregation is located in a different conference!)
Bishop Erickson will be leading a trip to visit our partners in the Lutheran Synod of El Salvador, January 16-24, 2024. This visit will include opportunities to learn about the history and current dynamics in the country and in the church, as well as a chance to visit local congregations and leaders.
Address:
1212 S. Layton Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Mailing Address:
PO Box 341695
Milwaukee, WI 53234
