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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"Celebrating Our Diversity as God's Children," the 2026 Pride worship service is being hosted by the Greater Milwaukee Synod RIC Ministry Team on October 8.
For congregations ready to take action on Authentic Diversity in their communities. Develop the tools to lead community discussions.
Synod Mural Dedication Come see the newly-installed mural in person, and hear comments from: Tia Richardson (the artist) Venice Williams (Ministry Leader, The Table) and Bishop Paul Erickson. Read more
Address:
1212 S. Layton Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53215
Mailing Address:
PO Box 341695
Milwaukee, WI 53234
