Office of the Bishop Updates
The Office of the Bishop Staff manages ongoing operations and attends the Installation of Luis Ochoa at First Evangelical Lutheran in Mesa, Mar 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
We share photos from the Installation of Rev. Mari Larson at St. Andrew Lutheran in Las Vegas.
Synod Council meeting
Meeting with the Congregation Council at Central Lutheran, Arizona City
Installation of Luis Ochoa at First Evangelical Lutheran in Mesa, Mar 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Various meetings and paperwork
Rev. Jacqueline Pagel
Bishop’s Associate for Candidacy and Faith Formation
Reading day/computer repair
Vacation
Rev. David Pavesic
Director for Evangelical Mission (DEM)
"Playing" in the Ken Ahlstrand Memorial Fund for Leaders Golf Classic in Tucson
DEM Gathering in Chicago learning more about "Fresh Expressions"
Ministry Site Visit at First Evangelical Lutheran Church and Santa Trinidad in Mesa
Rev. Dan Potaznick
Director of Generosity and Strategic Development
Meet with the Congregation Council at Lord of Life, Sun City West to celebrate impact of mission support
Meet with Spirit of Grace, Surprise Congregation Council to share stories of impact and gratitude for our ministry together
GCS Stewardship Retreat, Our Saviour’s Tucson on Friday, March 21
Preach and welcome new members at St. John’s, Glendale
Theresa Thornburgh
Director for Administration and Events
Preparing for Synod Assembly and other upcoming meetings and events
Assisting with annual audit activities
Performing general administrative duties of the Synod office
Brian Flatgard
Director of Communication
Vacation
Weekly news posts and newsletter
Amy Birchard
Finance Administrator
Begin to review accounts in preparation for month end close of February 2025. Prepare various documents in preparation for the new fiscal year. Enter budget into accounting system for 2025-26.
