Posts in Grand Canyon Synod
How a Small Iowa Church Became a Beacon of Energy Efficiency
How a Small Iowa Church Became a Beacon of Energy Efficiency

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Decorah, Iowa, has transformed its 1958 building into a model of sustainability. Through a comprehensive upgrade that includes solar panels and geothermal heat pumps, the church significantly lowered its carbon footprint and energy costs. This initiative not only garnered the church the 2024 Energy Saver award from Interfaith Power and Light but also sets a replicable example for other communities aiming to enhance their environmental stewardship. Learn more in this Living Lutheran article.

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ELCA, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardLiving Lutheran, Climate ChangeComment
Unlock Your Ministry Potential with the School for Lay Ministry Learning Community
Unlock Your Ministry Potential with the School for Lay Ministry Learning Community

Embark on a transformative journey with the School for Lay Ministry Learning Community. This year-long program from Faith+Lead at Luther Seminary equips lay leaders with theological training and leadership skills to effectively serve and lead in their congregations. Starting May 18, 2024, the program offers 13 lessons and 42 contact hours of comprehensive training tailored to enhance your ministry impact.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardLay Leadershipo, faith+lead, Luther SeminaryComment
Why Your Legacy Gift Matters
Why Your Legacy Gift Matters

Legacy gifts provide a unique opportunity to support your congregation and the Grand Canyon Synod for generations to come. Unlike direct donations, legacy gifts do not affect your current finances and allow you to honor your lifelong commitment to your faith community. Partner with Lisa Higginbotham from the ELCA Foundation to explore tax-efficient, impactful giving options that reflect your values and devotion.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardELCA Foundation, StewardshipComment
Volunteers Create Relationships and Memories at Mosaic
Volunteers Create Relationships and Memories at Mosaic

Volunteers help build relationships, offer new opportunities and build memories for the people Mosaic supports and for themselves. National Volunteer Week is a great opportunity to say Thank You, because they lighten the load and brighten the day for people. The post Volunteers Create Relationships and Memories at Mosaic appeared first on Mosaic.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardMosaic, Disability MinistriesComment
National Faith + Climate Forum Unites Over 1,400 Participants to Strengthen Congregations Through Creation Care
National Faith + Climate Forum Unites Over 1,400 Participants to Strengthen Congregations Through Creation Care

The National Faith + Climate Forum, hosted by Blessed Tomorrow, assembled an unprecedented gathering of faith community members committed to build thriving congregations through care for creation with faith-driven action. It demonstrated the burgeoning power of faith-driven creation care and climate advocacy, and furthered collaborative efforts to enhance congregations and our given and shared home.

Drawing more than 1,400 registrants nationwide gathered online and in person at 70 locations from California to Maine, this forum marks a significant milestone in the faith community’s response to climate change. This diverse gathering represented over 20 denominations and faith traditions, each committed to integrating faith-driven environmental stewardship into congregational life. Read more here.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardClimate Change, Blessed TomorrowComment
A Day with Dominican Friars: Delve into the Mystical and Scholarly
A Day with Dominican Friars: Delve into the Mystical and Scholarly

Set aside time for spiritual nourishment at the "Loving God with St. Catherine of Siena and St. Thomas Aquinas" day. Learn from the lives of these saints in a quiet setting, hosted by the Church of the Epiphany on April 27, 2024. Delve into discussions, enjoy peaceful prayer, and savor a provided lunch with like-minded individuals seeking deeper faith.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardEcumenical and Inter-Religious Relations, Episcopal Diocese of ArizonaComment
Linda Post Bushkofsky Announces Retirement After 22 Years at Helm of Women of the ELCA
Linda Post Bushkofsky Announces Retirement After 22 Years at Helm of Women of the ELCA

Linda Post Bushkofsky, executive director of Women of the ELCA, announces her retirement effective June 30, 2024, after 22 years of transformative leadership. During her tenure, she spearheaded major initiatives such as the Katie’s Fund capital campaign and maintained organizational stability through the pandemic, leaving a lasting legacy of growth and service within the church. Read more at the Women of the ELCA site.

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ELCA, Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardWomen of the ELCA (WELCA)Comment
In Memoriam: Norma Jean MacAdam
In Memoriam: Norma Jean MacAdam

We pray for the family and friends of Norma Jean MacAdam, who passed away on Palm Sunday, March 25,2024, at the age of 94. She is the wife of Rev. Thomas L. MacAdam, founder of Saved By Grace Lutheran Church in Pahrump.

Her son, Kevin MacAdam, lets us know that her memorial service will be held at Good Samaritan Lutheran Church on May 7th at 11:00 a.m. and her internment at the veterans cemetery next to Rev. MacAdam that same day at 2:00 p.m. in Boulder. Anyone that would like to attend either service is welcome.

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Grand Canyon Synod, News, Prayers, In MemoriamBrian FlatgardComment
Unlocking New Paths in Addiction Recovery: Join the ‘Choose Freedom’ Webinar
Unlocking New Paths in Addiction Recovery: Join the ‘Choose Freedom’ Webinar

Discover a new approach to overcoming addiction with Rose Ann Forte’s "Choose Freedom Program" in free webinar from the Center of Addiction & Faith on April 24, 2024. This session combines scientific insights and biblical principles to transform relationships with substances, hosted by recovery activist George A. Wood. Register here.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardAddiction, The Center of Addiction & Faith Comment
ELCA Coaching Webinar Tackles Political Divides in Congregations
ELCA Coaching Webinar Tackles Political Divides in Congregations

Join the ELCA Coaching network for a crucial session on "Responding to Polarization" with Dr. Matt Cook, exploring strategies for handling political and cultural divides within congregations. We share this as another resource that can be used as part of our "Creating Space for Conversation" series, aimed at fostering understanding and unity.

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ELCA, Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardCoaching, ELCA Coaching, Creating Space for ConversationsComment
Resurrection Lutheran Church in Oro Valley seeks Director of Youth Ministry
Resurrection Lutheran Church in Oro Valley seeks Director of Youth Ministry

Resurrection Lutheran Church (RLC) in Oro Valley is looking for a full time Director of Youth Ministry who will direct and lead youth programming for Middle School and High School age youth as well as support the entire ministry of Children, Youth and Family (CYF). This person will work to fulfill the mission and vision of RLC through dynamic programming and connecting the congregation to the youth and their families by building relationships, equipping them, helping them discover their gifts and identify as a child of God. To learn more, view the job description as a PDF.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardResurrection Oro Valley, Kino Conference, Help WantedComment
Uniting in Prayer: Join the National Day of Prayer to Combat Hunger and Nutrition Insecurity
Uniting in Prayer: Join the National Day of Prayer to Combat Hunger and Nutrition Insecurity

LAMA invites us to join the Interfaith Campaign for Food and Nutrition Security on May 2, 2024, for a National Day of Prayer dedicated to ending hunger in the U.S. This virtual gathering will unite faith leaders and activists to mobilize support for national efforts against food and nutrition insecurity, aligning with the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities. Register here.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardHunger, Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA), Ecumenical and Inter-Religious RelationsComment