Posts tagged University Tempe
Serving Democracy: A Lutheran Poll Worker’s Story from the 2024 Election
Serving Democracy: A Lutheran Poll Worker’s Story from the 2024 Election

In the polarized climate of the 2024 Presidential Election, University Lutheran’s Paul Westermann shares his experiences as a poll worker in Maricopa County, where voters and poll workers alike upheld a neutral, civil atmosphere. Amid concerns about ballot security, Paul and his colleagues reassured voters, providing resources and ensuring every voice was heard. His story underscores the Lutheran commitment to serving our neighbors and the importance of civic duty in safeguarding democracy. Read more to learn how Paul’s work exemplifies faith in action at the polls in the Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona blog post.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardChurch and Society, University Tempe, Fiesta Conference, Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA), AdvocacyComment
University Lutheran's Offering of Letters: Faithful Advocacy in Action
University Lutheran's Offering of Letters: Faithful Advocacy in Action

At University Lutheran Church and Lutheran Campus Ministry, a commitment to advocacy led to the annual Offering of Letters event, supporting Bread for the World's mission to tackle hunger through federal assistance programs. This year's focus was the pivotal Farm Bill, impacting SNAP funding and food access nationwide. The congregation's letter-writing party fostered community involvement, educated members on policy, and encouraged direct action. Read more on the LAMA website.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardLutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA), Advocacy, Hunger, University Tempe, Fiesta ConferenceComment
Young adults heading to Senegal
Young adults heading to Senegal

On Tuesday, July 15, four young adults form the Grand Canyon Synod will be heading to Senegal to further our companion synod relationship with the Lutheran Church of Senegal. Julie Gerrish (Esperanza/University), a former YAGM in Senegal, is leading the trip. Geraldine Carillo (Faith), Stephanie Petrilli (Our Saviour's-Phx), and Sam Perez (Faith) round out the delegation.

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Prayers, AdvocacyBrian FlatgardLutheran Church of Senegal, Esperanza Tempe, University Tempe, Faith Phoenix, Our Saviour's PhoenixComment
Ruth Wootten to retire after nearly six decades of hospital volunteering
Ruth Wootten to retire after nearly six decades of hospital volunteering

University Lutheran Church, Tempe, AZ, shares news articles of Ruth Wootten: “Ruth Wootten has consistently volunteered for 57 years, most recently at Banner Gateway Medical Center in Gilbert. She has most recently manned the information desk at the center, "where she helps visitors with a smile."

Watch news of Ruth on Fox 10, 12 News, and ABC 15.

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In the News, Fiesta ConferenceBrian FlatgardUniversity Tempe Comment