We give thanks for the work of Rev. Mark Holman, who for the last two years has served as the Bishop’s Associate for Mobility and Leadership. At the end of 2020, Pastor Holman will attempt retirement for the third time.

During his time with the Office of the Bishop, Pastor Holman worked in transition ministry, assisting when pastors retired or calling a new pastor., He formed the interim pastor network and worked with collaborative ministry endeavors across our synod, and assisted Bishop Hutterer in matters of congregation conflict.

He and his wife Marcia split their time between Mesa, Arizona, and Duluth, Minnesota. Together they enjoy international and domestic travel, any sport that requires a racquet or paddle, entertaining, and photography.

Mark has enjoyed ministry in the contexts of parish life, chaplaincy, global missions, and administrative work with the ELCA & Lutheran Service in America. His greatest joys in ministry come through participating in the Spirit's work of healing and bringing new life to individuals, families, and congregations. His patient ear, calm demeanor, and humor and smile will be missed.