Bishop Eaton Assembly Letter: 2025

In one of her final letters to the church, Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton reflects on how God’s love is being made real across the ELCA and calls us to remain faithful in our mission as we prepare for new leadership in 2025. Her words inspire our ongoing Synod Assembly theme of transformation, service, and hope.

En su carta final a la iglesia, la Obispa Presidente Elizabeth Eaton reflexiona sobre cómo el amor de Dios se hace realidad en la ELCA y nos llama a permanecer fieles a nuestra misión mientras nos preparamos para nuevos liderazgos en 2025. Sus palabras inspiran nuestro tema de Asamblea Sinodal: transformación, servicio y esperanza.

Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardApril 3, 2025Bishop Eaton Letters, Español, 2025 Assembly StoriesComment

Portico Annual Report: 2025

Portico Benefit Services supported over 52,000 ELCA members in 2024 with tools for health, wellness, and financial security. From nearly 3,000 virtual health visits to $199K in debt repaid, their ministry of care enables those who serve to do so with strength and confidence. In their 2025 annual report, read how their work impacts lives across our synod and the ELCA.

Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardApril 2, 2025Portico, 2025 Assembly StoriesComment

ELCA Foundation Annual Report: 2025

The ELCA Foundation helped generate nearly $95 million in gifts and assets in 2024, including $13 million directly supporting ELCA congregations. Free gift planning services are available to individuals and ministries through our synod’s regional planner, Lisa Marie Higginbotham. In their 2025 annual report, learn how the Foundation empowers faithful generosity to sustain ministry and mission for generations to come.

Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardApril 2, 20252025 Assembly Stories, ELCA Foundation, StewardshipComment

Mosaic Annual Report: 2025

Mosaic and its Arizona-based subsidiary Soreo continue to provide life-changing support for individuals with disabilities and their families in Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, and Kingman. View a video report for the Grand Canyon Synod here. In their 2025 annual report, learn how this ELCA-affiliated ministry is bringing renewed hope to families, empowering voices once silenced, and inviting congregations into inclusive worship and advocacy through Rejoicing Spirits and Mosaic Allied Voices.

Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardApril 2, 2025Mosaic, Disability Ministries, 2025 Assembly StoriesComment

Global Refuge Annual Report: 2025

The U.S. Department of State has issued a stop-work order cutting funding for refugee resettlement services, directly affecting thousands of resettled families. Global Refuge (formerly LIRS) continues its mission, calling on faith communities to respond. In their 2025 annual report, learn how you and your congregation can give, advocate, and welcome the stranger through Lutheran-rooted action.

Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardApril 2, 20252025 Assembly Stories, Global Refuge, Immigration and RefugeesComment

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