Gail Sheddy often refers to herself as being ‘new’ to Minnesota. sheddyHowever, her energy, passion and enthusiasm have already made her a familiar face in the Diocese of Minnesota.

The Rev. Doug Sparks has served in a variety of roles at the congregational and diocesan levels. Currently, he is on Diocesan Council as the sparks smallclergy representative from Region V and was recently elected to a second term.

Bob Carmack's first experiences with the General Convention were as a volunteer in 2003 when the Convention met in Minneapolis. Having carmack smallbeen impressed by the magnitude of this work, Bob ran and was chosen a deputy to the 2006 Convention in Columbus.

Minnesota people of faith are gathering at the Minnesota State Capitol for a witness of lament on the morning of Tuesday, June 30 from 10:00 – 11:30 am to beg Governor Tim Pawlenty not to abandon the health of Minnesota’s citizens, especially those most in need. The rally is being organized by the Minnesota Council of Churches in cooperation with many other organizations and congregations.

Six metro-area churches gathered at Gethsemane Church in Minneapolis for three days of service work.
