Join others at the 2024 Festival of Homiletics for a spiritual refresh that goes beyond the pulpit. Embrace this unique opportunity for self-care, community, and innovation in preaching. Secure your spot by February 15 to benefit from early bird rates and prepare for a transformative experience in Pittsburgh.
Read MoreGet involved in the Region 2 Lenten Challenge by utilizing free promotional resources to encourage participation in your congregation and community. Visit lentenchallenge.org/promote to access a wide array of materials designed to help you share and celebrate this season of spiritual growth and fellowship.
Read MoreDon't miss out on West Valley Young Adults events! Start with "Coffee and Conversation" on Jan 22 and roll into "Great Skate Night" on Jan 23 for unlimited pizza and skating fun. Perfect for 19-35-year-olds looking to connect and hang out.
Read MoreEach year, the primary way that music students find their way to LSM is through the encouragement of their church musician! LSM offers opportunities for musicians of all kinds: brass, winds, strings, percussion, piano, organ, voice, harp, guitar, handbells, and more. Know a young person (grades 8-12) who would benefit from the life-giving and joyful musical community at LSM? Nominate them for LSM today at LSMacademy.org/nominate.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop will be closed on January 15, 2024, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We honor the legacy of Dr. King and encourage everyone to reflect on his message of equality, justice, and peace on this important day. Regular office hours will resume the following day.
Read MoreDiscover Brenda Brown's heartwarming journey to happiness and belonging with Mosaic at Home. Transitioning from a life of uncertainty, Brenda finds joy, purpose, and a loving family environment that allows her to thrive. Read her full story of transformation and the power of compassionate care at Mosaic's blog.
Read MoreIn 2024, all of the ELCA synods in Region 2 are challenging one another to raise money for ELCA World Hunger in honor of ELCA World Hunger’s 50th year in mission and ministry. The challenge is to pledge to participate in some spiritual and physical practices during Lent and raise funds for ELCA World Hunger. The synod with the most participants wins!
Lent is 40 days to reflect, remember our dependence on God and one another, and look forward to the ways God calls us to be. Adding one or more of these small practices to your observation of Lent might help you feel more connected. A light-hearted challenge like this might help our synods be the Church together, and to see God’s vision and invitation for us to be a church for the world and share the good news of Jesus Christ. Visit lentenchallenge.org to learn more and take the pledge today!
Read MoreIt’s a full week for the Office of the Bishop with a Synod Council meeting, preaching at various congregations around the synod, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Service, Jan 14, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, and 2024 Lutheran Day at the Legislature, Jan 18, 2024, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Read MoreThis week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Stephen Springer, Dove of Peace, Tucson, who celebrates 27 years on January 12.
Rev. Annemarie Burke, Noble Hospice, Mesa, who celebrates 18 years on January 15.
Rev. Lourdes Olson, New Song, Henderson, who celebrates 2 years on January 15.
The latest edition of the Women of the ELCA’s Bold Cafe focuses on the concept of Sabbath and rest. We highlight two articles: Sabbath for this year and beyond, and Five steps for creating rest in a world of busyness.
Read MoreTake 30 minutes to boost your mental well-being by joining a live webinar led by the Learn to Live Clinical Team. January topics include making effective habit change, mindful eating, and creating a positive mindset by avoiding negative thinking traps. View the webinar schedule, as well as their library of previous topics, and use the access PORTICO to register.
Read MoreResolved to feel more financially prepared for the future? Check out Portico’s Retirement Readiness Series from Fidelity starting at the end of January. Register for live webinars coveringtopics like turning your savings into retirement income, understanding Social Security, and estate planning basics. Recorded versions of these topics – and many more – are available on demand on myPortico.
Read MoreYou’re invited to a landmark ecumenical event celebrating the latest Lutheran-Catholic Dialogue on January 20, 2024, 10 am at Faith Lutheran in Phoenix. Join us to delve into "Faithful Teaching" and how it shapes our shared Christian journey. Reverend Dr. Lowell Almen and Bishop Denis Madden, co-chairs of the dialogue, will lead presentations, followed by a vibrant discussion with Lutheran and Catholic voices. The event will honor the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity with a Service of the Word and Prayer, culminating in a festive reception fostering communal dialogue. Read more in this post or this PDF flyer.
Please RSVP your intent to attend by January 12, 2023, giving your name and church affiliation, to eirinfo@elca.org. and be a part of this momentous occasion.
Read MoreThe Ordination and Installation of Pastor Judi Tyler will be at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church (1212 E Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020), on Sunday, 1/21/2024 at 3pm, pending a positive congregation vote. Bishop Hutterer will be presiding.
Clergy are invited to vest and process. Color of the day will be red. A reception will be held following the Service of Ordination and Installation.
Read MoreExperience unity in faith at Christ Church Episcopal in Las Vegas for a prayer service dedicated to the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, with Bishop Deborah Hutterer and other leaders. Join us on January 26 at 7:00pm for an evening of ecumenical prayer, followed by a community reception.
Read MoreCenturies after colonial models of education were first forced on Indigenous people in North America, their effects are still keenly felt. Western theological education has remained the default methodology within the church, including the ELCA. This fall, Native leaders from across the ELCA, in partnership with leaders from Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (PLTS) of California Lutheran University in Berkeley, are seeking to change that with the launch of the Theological Education for Indigenous Leaders (TEIL) program. Read more at Living Lutheran.
Read MoreWest Valley Young Adults is hosting a half-price game night at Dave and Busters on January 16. Connect with others and enjoy a variety of games!
Read MoreCamp ALOMA is looking for young men and women who are eager to serve the Lord and who enjoy sharing His word with children! Camp ALOMA needs summer staff 18-25 years old and high school volunteers!
Learn lifelong skills by spending the summer in the crisp pines of Prescott AZ! If you have a heart for ministry, the outdoors, and children, then we are eager to meet you! 8 weeks starting mid-May. Camp ALOMA: office@campaloma.com, (928) 778-1690, campaloma.com or apply at www.nloma.org.
Read MoreCamp ALOMA in Prescott, AZ is hiring a Camp Assistant! Work in a faith-filled environment ensuring the camp is in top shape. Room and board provided on duty. Contact us for more details and read the job description here.
Read MoreJoin us in a special commemorative service honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy on January 14, 2024, 2pm, at King of Glory Lutheran Church, Tempe, AZ. Experience powerful worship, special music, and profound dialogue, with guest preacher Rev. Lamont Wells, Executive Director, Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities. Spread the word with this PDF or PNG image file.
Watch live on your device at bit.ly/gcs-mlk. Live-streaming events will be in Tucson and Las Vegas: 2pm at Streams in the Desert, Tucson; and 1pm PST at Community Lutheran Church in Las Vegas. Goodwill offering received at all sites and proceeds will go to support justice in the Grand Canyon Synod.
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