The Office of the Bishop celebrates the Ordination of Daniel Volkmann in Shiner, Texas, on Sep 13, 2024, and the Installation of Rev. Doug Dill at Mountain View Lutheran, Sep 15, 2024, 10:30 AM.

We also share photos from the Installation of Julie Gerrish at Christ Lutheran in Sedona, Prayer Vigils for Peace During the 2024 Election Season in Paradise Valley and the Annual Conference for ELCA Chinese Pastors and Lay Leaders.

Bishop Deborah K. Hutterer

• Ordination of Daniel Volkmann in Shiner, Texas, Sep 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Installation of Rev. Doug Dill at Mountain View Lutheran, Sep 15, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• Meetings and preparation for Synod Council Retreat

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

• Ordination of Daniel Volkmann in Shiner, Texas, Sep 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Installation of Rev. Doug Dill at Mountain View Lutheran, Sep 15, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• Preaching and Technology preaching cohort

Rev. Dan Potaznick
Director of Generosity and Strategic Development

• Preaching at St. John’s, Glendale

• Preparing for Synod Council Retreat

• Giving thanks to congregations and individuals who are continuing to support our shared mission as church together.

Theresa Thornburgh
Director for Administration and Events

• Preparing for upcoming events, including GCS Grants Webinar, Synod Council Retreat and Fall Gathering

• Facilitating GCS Grants Committee

• General administrative duties of the Synod Office

Brian Flatgard
Director of Communication

• Weekly news posts and newsletter

• Prepare newsletter in advance of vacation

• Church and Society page

Amy Birchard
Finance Administrator

• Complete various bank reconciliations for August, process Churchwide monthly payment and work on Pledge vs. Actual - all for August.