Jen Nagel


Jennifer Nagel
Bishop of the Minneapolis Area Synod of the ELCA
Jen Nagel shortly after being elected, 2024
ElectedMay 4, 2024
PredecessorAnn Svennungsen
Other postsPastor at University Lutheran Church of Hope, Pastoral Ministry (later Pastor) at Salem English Lutheran Church
Orders
Ordination2008
Personal details
Born (1972-03-16) March 16, 1972
DenominationLutheran
SpouseRev. Jane McBride
Children2
OccupationBishop
Alma mater

Jen Nagel (born March 16, 1972) is a Bishop in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA). She was elected to a six-year term in 2024. She is the first lesbian to hold the title of Bishop for the Minneapolis Area Synod.