The Office of the Bishop begins 2025 synod assembly planning, visits global companion synods, does year-end preparations, balances books, and gives thanks.

We also share photos from the recent LAMA retreat, First Call Theological Accompaniment, and the Installation of Rev. Anna Rieke at Christ the Lord in Carefree.

Bishop Deborah K. Hutterer

• Visit Global companion Iglesia Luterana Mexico

Rev. Jacqueline Pagel
Bishop’s Associate for Candidacy and Faith Formation

• Synod Youth Advisory Team update with Deacon Laura Book

• Begin work on end of year goals

• Complete follow up reports for Oct & Nov events

Rev. David Pavesic
Director for Evangelical Mission (DEM)

• Making contacts

• Scheduling events

• Finally starting to create (clean up) my home office space!

Rev. Dan Potaznick
Director of Generosity and Strategic Development

• Present at 2024 Grand Canyon Synod Retirees Retreat

• Produce thank you videos for every congregation

• GCS Stewardship Team Meeting on Wednesday, October 30th at 3pm (Zoom)

Theresa Thornburgh
Director for Administration and Events

• Vacation November 25-27

• Synod Office closed Nov. 28 and 29

Brian Flatgard
Director of Communication

• Weekly news posts and newsletter

• End of year email preparation

• 2025 Assembly gift work

Amy Birchard
Finance Administrator

• Work on month end closing entries for October, process end of month payroll and Portico payment.