Twin Cities Events
April 13
Rooting Action in Christian Faith:
A Conversation and Reception with Rev. Alan Storey
3:45-4:45pm
Weyerhaeuser Chapel at Macalester College
Sponsored by the Macalester Campus Ministry/Chaplain’s Office. Open to people of different faith communities on campus as well as the wider chaplaincy community in the Twin Cities.
Please RSVP here by April 3, 2026
For decades, Reverend Alan Storey has stood at the intersection of prayer and protest in South Africa — pastoring congregations, challenging injustice, and helping faith communities find their voice in moments of profound social change. Formed in the long shadow of apartheid and seasoned through ongoing struggles for economic and racial justice, Alan brings a rare blend of pastoral depth, prophetic courage, and grounded hope. What might his experience teach us as people of faith and faith leaders in the Minnesota of 2026? Join us for a space of listening and thoughtful discussion as Reverend Storey shares wisdom and insight from his years of activism and prayer — and helps us discern the lessons they hold for our own communities today.
April 13
Evening with MN higher education leaders. By invitation only.
April 14
An Afternoon with Rev. Alan Storey
For rostered leaders of the Minneapolis
and Saint Paul Area Synods
Through presentation and conversation, this session will offer theological depth and imagination to rostered ministers in need of a sustaining and nourishing Gospel word in these turbulent, troubling times.
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Westwood Lutheran Church, 9001 Cedar Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55426
Open to rostered leaders of the ELCA Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods.
April 14
"Storey & Song"
Join us at Hennepin Avenue Methodist Church for an evening with Alan Storey reflecting on issues of faith and public witness. Alan's brief reflections will be interspersed with songs of justice, peace and resistance led by musicians Mary Preus, Tom Witt, and Bret Hesla (from Bread for the Journey) and composer Marty Haugen. Come and join us as Alan facilitates conversation and local musicians invite us to sing new songs that move us forward in hope and courage. Download promotional flyer.
7:00-8:30pm. Free and open to the public.
Location: Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church, 511 Groveland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
April 15
"Preaching for Good"
Fosdick Lecture on Preaching at Augsburg University
12:00-1:00pm
Harry Emerson Fosdick (1878-1969), the founding minister of Riverside Church in New York City, was regarded by Martin Luther King, Jr., as ‘‘the greatest preacher of this century.” One of liberal Protestantism’s most influential voices, Fosdick was a proponent of ecumenical Christianity, pacifism, and civil rights, whose radio sermons and writings reached millions.
Since 2016, Augsburg Campus Ministry has hosted the Fosdick Lecture on Preaching. Gifted preachers and storytellers have shared their insights on preaching and topics important to them. Alan Storey will offer the 2026 Fosdick Lecture on the topic "Preaching for Good."
12:00-1:00pm Free and open to the public
Location: Hoversten Chapel, Foss Center. Augsburg University
625 22nd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Registration link. The event is free and open to the public, but this link will give us a sense of numbers and, more importantly, help us to provide parking information to people. Folks can also let us know through the link that they want to join the lecture virtually.
April 15
Alan will offer remarks to Augsburg University student deacons - ministry leaders on campus, some of whom will be graduating.
This end-of-year banquet, hosted by Augsburg University Student Ministries (a student organization), is open to members and friends of the Augsburg community. 7pm in Hoversten Chapel.
April 16
Morning CEU event for those providing supervision to Augsburg University’s BSW and MSW students. Members of the department and students will also be welcome.
The Twin Cities are home to numerous immigrant communities who have needed to flee harsh circumstances in their homeland to find peace and safety here. The relationships that have developed have been rich, rewarding, and beneficial to all. The focus of the current administration has created fear and chaos for many, and the field of social work is playing a pivotal role to support at-risk communities in a variety of ways. This event can be a place for participants to gather and further identify the ways in which we can fulfill our mission to enhance human well being with immigrant communities.
Open only to Augsburg University's BSW and MSW students, plus members of the department and Augsburg students. For information, contact: Susan Carlin: carlins@augsburg.edu
April 16
Evening class: Justice-making as Christian practice and way of life; theology as social and contextual
Open only to Augsburg University Christensen Scholars
April
17-18
Twin Cities Manna & Mercy retreat
South African pastor Alan Storey takes a fresh look at scripture through the interpretive lens of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection and God’s overall call for each one of us to partner with God in mending this fractured world. The hope is that after we have done so, our interpretations and use of the scriptures will be truly liberating and life-enabling for all of creation.
Open to all. Sliding fee scale. Cost includes dinner at 5:15pm on Friday, and lunch on Saturday. Childcare will be provided for those who need it.
April 19
A Look at the Book of Revelation
Alan Storey leads the adult education time at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church. This is an optional close to the Friday/Saturday Manna & Mercy retreat, but also free and open to the public.
Alan will also preach at the 10:30am worship service following the 9:00 am session.
Adult Education: 9:00am-10:00am
Location: Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 2315 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404
April 21
Courage, Integrity, and Faith in Action:
A Fireside Chat with Alan Storey and Kathryn McElveen
Music and refreshments at 6:30pm; Program from 7:00-8:30pm
Free and open to the public. Register here.
Twin Cities location only: Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church, 511 Groveland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
What are the bells we want our lives to ring?
What are the banners we are called to raise?
Join Alan Storey, South African minister, activist, and author of The Bell, Banners, and Blasphemy, in conversation with Kathryn McElveen, Executive Director of the Center for Courage & Renewal, for an evening exploring what it means to live and act with integrity at a time when moral questions of justice, truth, and courage are pressing into our daily lives, our communities, and the institutions that shape our lives.