We pray for Rev. Don Lorfing, Rev. Scott Hove, Rev. Jason Adams and the people of The Lakes Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, part of the Colorado River Conference. Visit their site at goodsamlv.com, and their social media pages on Facebook and YouTube.
Read MoreWe are happy to announce that Erik Rehms has been reappointed by our Synod Council as Synod Treasurer for a second term. Erik's dedication and financial stewardship have greatly benefited the Grand Canyon Synod, ensuring stability and growth in our financial resources.
As permitted by our synod constitution, Erik's reappointment will enable us to continue leveraging his skills and experience for the betterment of our shared mission. Please join us in congratulating Erik on his reappointment and wishing him continued success as Synod Treasurer.
Read MoreKimberle Kennedy shares the 2023 annual report for Diakonia. View in this blog post, in this PDF or this Word doc.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Douglas Dill and the people of Central Lutheran Church in Arizona City, part of the Fiesta Conference. Visit their site at centrallutheranaz.org, and their social media pages on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.
Read MoreVisit elca.org/MMIW for resources on this month, including: 2023 National Week of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women; May 5, 2023 National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (#MMIW, wear red and post); ELCA #MMIW Sunday; and many resources.
Read More“Women of the ELCA has been involved in the anti-trafficking effort for nearly two decades. It is only natural, then, that we continue this important justice work with a focus on MMIW,” says Linda Post Bushkofsky, executive director. Many resources are available to assist you and your congregational unit as you work on these areas.
Read MoreJoin The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona (ISBA) and presenters Rabbi Jeremy Schneider, Pastor Pam Reynolds, and Imam Anas Halhayel for this Zoom event on Tuesday, 5/8/2023, 6pm MST/PDT, 7pm MDT. Click here to register.
Read MoreThe Fuller Church Leadership Institute presents Leadership and the Challenges Facing our Neighbors Today and Tomorrow, a free webinar with Dr. Tom Sine and Tod Bolsinger, Wednesday, 5/10/2023, 11am MST/PDT, 12pm MDT. Register for free here.
In order to build adaptive capacity for the long haul of change, church leaders must be able to identify ongoing pain points in their community. But in an ever changing world, is it possible to identify pain points of the future?
Read MorePrayers for Pastor Phil Gustafson and his family after the unexpected death of his wife, Sandy, on April 28, 2023. Please keep Pastor Phil and family in your prayers. Pastor Phil is the interim pastor at Grace Lutheran in Phoenix. Her obituary is here.
A funeral service will be at Dream City Church (21000 N 75th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85308), on Friday, May 5, 2023, with a wake at 5pm and the service at 6pm with a reception to follow. Pastor Todd Matchett will be the presiding minister. The family asks that people attending in person please wear bright colors. The service will be live-streamed at dreamcityevents.com/memorial.
Read MoreOur Saviour's seek a Parish Administrator to lead the church office and campus facilities and to collaborate with the Pastor, staff and members of the congregation to support the ministries of our congregation. This position is the primary contact person for non-pastoral matters; manages the church office, campus buildings and grounds; and coordinates all written communications and printed worship resources for the congregation.
Read MoreOn Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 10:00 am, Spirit in the Desert’s Sue Palmer will offer a 15-minute guided meditation. Learn more here.
Free food! Snacks and beverages will be provided by Spirit in the Desert, Roastery of Cave Creek and Foothills Food Bank.
Read MoreThis year, Mother’s Day brunch ($30, $10 for ages 4-12) is being offered May 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Spirit’s recently renovated dining room. Dine indoors or outdoors. Your choice of two seatings: Morning or Afternoon. Reserve your spot today!
Read MoreGrace Lutheran, Phoenix, seeks heat respite program outreach coordinator, May 22-September 8, 2023. View job description here.
To apply, send your resume, cover letter, and at least two references to Pastor Phil Gustafson at gracepastor@graceinthecity.com. For questions, you may reach Pastor Phil at the Grace office at 602-258-3787.
Read MoreThere are two spots left for this year’s cohort of Stewardship for All Seasons. Please let Pr. Miguel know if you are interested in taking one of those spots by May 4, 2023. First come first served.
This will be the last year that a $2,900 scholarship will be provided, making the costs to our congregations only $250 for a quality yearlong stewardship program. View a PDF flyer here.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Andrew Schlecht and the people of Maricopa Lutheran Church in Maricopa, part of the Fiesta Conference. Visit their site at maricopalutherans.org, and their social media pages on Facebook and Twitter.
Read MoreThe Ordination and Installation of Tim Perlick will be Saturday, May 13, 2023, 3pm, at Mount of Olives Lutheran Church (3546 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018). Bishop Hutterer will be presiding. Rev. Stephen Talmage is preaching. A reception will follow.
Rostered Ministers are invited to robe and process. Color of the day is red. There will be a reception following the service.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop continues assembly planning, and travels to various congregations and ministries around our synod, including Leading Faithful Innovation: Following God into a Hopeful Future, Apr 29, 2023, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM, a Luther Seminary panel hosted by NE Valley Consortium.
Read MoreThis week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Kevin Meyer, LSS-SW, Phoenix and Covenant, Quartzsite, who celebrates 28 years on April 30.
Deacon Sally Almen, who celebrates 36 years on April 30.
Rev. Melissa Harr, who celebrates 12 years on May 1.
Deacon Don Burgess, who celebrates 18 years on May 1.
