Winter greetings from Zambia, dear siblings in Christ. Yes, you read that correctly, it is winter here in the southern hemisphere.
In addition to these winter greetings, I share with you my July 2023 Newsletter, as a PDF, or download it on my blog: alongwithpastorkristin.blogspot.com. In it, you will find news of my recent work with the youth and young adults of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zambia and a reading recommendation so you can immerse yourself a bit into Zambian life.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop staff takes some vacation time and maintains day to day operations.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. David Pavesic, Beautiful Savior, Tucson, who celebrates 21 years on July 27.
Rev. Denise Edwards, who celebrates 21 years on July 27.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Marta Poling Schmitt, who celebrates 36 years on July 26.
Read MoreMountain View Lutheran Church (Phoenix, AZ) is currently seeking an Organist. If you have a passion for and training in organ and the ability to inspire others, we invite you to apply to join our dedicated team. A more complete job description and application instructions can be found by visiting: www.mvlutheran.org/jobs.
Read MoreDiscover the distinguished guest speakers—Debie Thomas, Mark Ramsey, and Elizabeth Lynn—slated to enrich the 2023 Bishop's Fall Gathering. Learn about their contributions and how their insights will bring an added depth to our theme of "Be Bold in Your Baptism." Learn more and join us this fall at the Franciscan Renewal Center. Early bird registration ends 8/29/2023.
Read MoreMartin at martin@lssnv.org writes: “Thanks so much for collecting peanut butter and helping us combat food insecurity every day here at Lutheran Social Services of Nevada! The peanut butter is starting to arrive. Right now it is just a trickle of peanut butter melting through a hole in a dam, but for sure that dam is going to burst open. Please let me know if you need a Peanut Butter Pickup!”
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Jeffery Gallen, Christ Evangelical, Goodyear, Alleluia, Phoenix, who celebrates 41 years on July 25.
Rev. Matthew Metevelis, Nathan Adelson Hospice, and Living Hope, Las Vegas, who celebrates 13 years on July 25.
Rev. David Tiede, who celebrates 52 years on July 25.
Read your copy of US: The Resurrection of American Terror, and be ready to join Simon’s Project for the final discussion with Rev. Kenneth W. Wheeler about his new book. Reading the book is encouraged, but not necessary. Click here to join the Zoom meeting on August 1, 2023, 10am MST/PDT, 11am MDT.
We also call your attention to a recent article from Living Lutheran featuring Rev. Wheeler.
Read MoreJoin facilitator Sheri Brown in viewing hopeful, encouraging, and soul-strengthening films, followed by group discussion and mutual support. Climate Theater meets online via Zoom on Thursdays through August 24 at 4pm PDT/MST, 5pm MDT. Register here to receive this month’s Zoom link.
Next up, American Resilience Project’s new film series and associated outreach campaigns tackles the challenge of how the utility, auto, tech, and defense industries can help modernize the aging power grid to make it more secure and responsive to the needs of its users while enhancing environmental performance.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Colin Melby, who celebrates 40 years on July 24.
Rev. Craig Larson, Desert Hills, Green Valley, who celebrates 35 years on July 24.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Janice Brosen, who celebrates 39 years on July 22.
Rev. Paul Scheitlin, who celebrates 44 years on July 22.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Robert Jones, Santa Cruz, Tucson, who celebrates 40 years on July 21.
Rev. Dennis D. Nelson, who celebrates 49 years on July 21.
Rev. Harold Kriesel, who celebrates 55 years on July 21.
Rev. Richard Miller, who celebrates 55 years on July 21.
Rev. Doug Heskin, who celebrates 55 years on July 21.
From the latest newsletter from Lutheran Social Services of Nevada (LSSN), learn how you can help make the upcoming school year a success for local kids with the Lutheran Social Services of Nevada's annual Back-to-School Resource Fair. This is more than just a school supplies drive; it's a community effort to provide comprehensive resources to families in need. Discover how you can contribute, whether by collecting supplies, partnering with LSSN, volunteering, or sponsoring the event. Let's work together to reach their goal of serving over a thousand children this year!
Read MoreDive into an eventful week with the Arizona Faith Network, featuring committee meetings, a series on religious nationalism, Judaism 201, heat relief initiatives, and several partner events. Get involved, learn, and connect with the diverse faith communities to make a real-world impact.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Deacon Lana Neighbors, Honor Health, Scottsdale, who celebrates 26 years on July 20.
Pastor Joaquin Garcia, Vida Nueva, Glendale, who celebrates 40 years on July 20.
Dive into Blessed Tomorrow's summer news, featuring a new multi-faith campaign 'One Home One Future,' insights from the regenerative model of Zumwalt Acres, and the latest from 'Let's Talk Climate.' Discover the inspiring stories of newly elected leaders in the Unitarian Universalist Association and United Church of Christ, and learn more about Blessed Tomorrow's Ambassador Program. Explore faith, community, and environmental action in their latest update.
Read MoreThe current congressional authorization for PEPFAR expires on September 30. This ELCA Advocacy Action Alert requests that you urge Congress to support this important legislation. Read more on the Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona site.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop staff travels and attends meetings this week, as well as takes some vacation time. We also share photos from the recent Rostered Ministers Gathering in Phoenix.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Alan Field, who celebrates 38 years on July 18.
Rev. Karn Carroll, Our Saviour’s, Phoenix, who celebrates 24 years on July 18.
