Thank you to our conference deans

We give thanks to the conference deans who have been crucial to the good health of our synod in this year of change and challenge. Their wisdom and knowledge are gifts. We thank:

  • Rev. Sharon Brown (High Country),

  • Rev. Donald Lorfing (Colorado River),

  • Rev. David Pavesic (Sunrise and Santa Cruz),

  • Rev. Peter Perry (Cactus),

  • Rev. Christine Stoxen (Fiesta),

  • Rev. Sarah Stadler (Capital),

  • Rev. Adele Resmer (Northeast Valley), and

  • Current dean Rev. Steven Crittenden and former dean Rev. Chon Pugh of the Rio Salado Conference.

Blessed are you, O Lord our God, maker of heaven and earth. From everlasting you are God, our dwelling place in all generations. You are the source of holy wisdom, and the fountain of all truth. We give thanks to you for the conference deans among us. We are graced by their wisdom and seasoning. We are touched by their knowledge and faith. Bless them, O God, as they are a blessing to us. Pour out your Spirit, that our deans may continue to dream dreams and testify to the Light of their salvation, Jesus Christ. May we find inspiration in their years of faithfulness. May we follow their example by serving you with steadfastness and singleness of heart; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
— Amen.