Posts in Grand Canyon Synod
Calling Young Artists! Share Your Vision of Church for the 2025 Synod Assembly
Calling Young Artists! Share Your Vision of Church for the 2025 Synod Assembly

Calling all young artists! Children and youth across the Grand Canyon Synod are invited to participate in a special art project for the 2025 Synod Assembly, themed “Build Up the Body” (Ephesians 4:12-13). Submissions will be displayed at the event, featured online, and 25 selected pieces will be printed as postcards! The deadline to submit artwork is May 9, 2025. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a gift card to purchase art supplies. Encourage the young people in your congregation to share their vision of Jesus, Church, and Me through art! Learn more and submit artwork at gcsynod.org/2025/assembly/art.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian Flatgard2025 Synod Assembly, Youth and Young AdultComment
Reserve Your Ministry Partner Table for the 2025 Synod Assembly
Reserve Your Ministry Partner Table for the 2025 Synod Assembly

Are you a ministry partner looking to share your work at the 2025 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly? Reserve a Ministry Partner Table to engage voting members and visitors with an interactive display! Tables are available for ELCA-affiliated ministries and partners and must be registered by Monday, May 19, 2025. Learn more about display guidelines and how to sign up here.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian Flatgard2025 Synod AssemblyComment
Register Now for the 2025 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly – Early Bird Rates Available
Register Now for the 2025 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly – Early Bird Rates Available

Registration is now open for the 2025 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly, taking place June 12-13, 2025. Early bird rates for voting members are available through April 7. Visitors and exhibitors are also welcome to register. Be part of this important gathering of Lutherans across our synod as we worship, discern, and celebrate together. Register today!

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian Flatgard2025 Synod AssemblyComment
Rediscovering Mary Magdalene: A Spirited Book Club Invitation
Rediscovering Mary Magdalene: A Spirited Book Club Invitation

What if Christianity had a love story more radical than we imagined? This March, Spirit in the Desert’s Spirited Book Club explores Mary Magdalene Revealed, a rediscovered gospel that challenges traditional views on sin and shame, calling us instead to wholeness and transformation. Join the virtual discussion on March 6 & 20 at 3:00 p.m. AZ MST, Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardSpirit in the Desert Retreat Center, Spirited Book ClubComment
Faith, Ethics, and Dying Well: Join the 2025 Mohrenweiser Lecture
Faith, Ethics, and Dying Well: Join the 2025 Mohrenweiser Lecture

How do we provide faithful and ethical care for those at life’s end? The Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (PLTS)invites you to the 2025 Mohrenweiser Lecture: “Ethics and Spiritual Care at the End of Life” on Thursday, March 20, at 1:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Join experts in chaplaincy, medicine, and interfaith ministry as they explore how faith leaders and caregivers accompany the dying with dignity and grace. Attend in person in Berkeley, CA, or via Zoom. Register here.

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Grand Canyon Synod, Region 2, NewsBrian FlatgardPacific Lutheran Theological SeminaryComment
Lutheran Adventurer & National Parks Expert Brings Inspiring Film to Arizona
Lutheran Adventurer & National Parks Expert Brings Inspiring Film to Arizona

Lutheran guest preacher and National Parks record-setter Mikah Meyer is bringing his short film Canyon Chorus to Tempe on March 14 as part of the Banff World Tour. Meyer, who shared his story and music at Emmanuel Lutheran in Prescott Valley, visited 113 ELCA congregations while completing his 400+ National Park journey. Don’t miss the chance to see his inspiring film and meet him in person at Pollack Tempe Cinemas at 7 PM. Can’t attend? Watch Canyon Chorus for free on YouTube! Get tickets here.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardEmmanuel Prescott Valley, High Country ConferenceComment
Installation of Luis Ochoa at First Evangelical Lutheran in Mesa
Installation of Luis Ochoa at First Evangelical Lutheran in Mesa

Rev. Luis Ochoa will be installed at First Evangelical Lutheran (142 N Date, Mesa, AZ 85201) on Saturday, 3/15/2025 at 2pm. Pastor Chris Stoxen will preach, with Bishop Hutterer presiding. Rostered ministers are invited to attend; no robes. Color of the day is purple. Livestream on YouTube here.

After the service, we will celebrate! To assist us in planning food, please RSVP by calling (480-969-7221) or emailing the office: felc@firstevlutheran.com with the number of people in your group.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardOrdinations and Installations, Colorado River Conference, St. Andrew Las VegasComment
Seeking a Worship Leader at Tanque Verde Lutheran Church in Tucson
Seeking a Worship Leader at Tanque Verde Lutheran Church in Tucson

Tanque Verde Lutheran Church is seeking a part-time worship leader to guide music for its modern worship service at 10:30 AM on Sundays. This role involves leading congregational singing, recruiting and training volunteer musicians, and planning music in collaboration with the pastoral team. If you are a musician with a passion for worship leadership, apply today! Visit the Indeed job posting for details.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardHelp Wanted, Tanque Verde Tucson, Kino ConferenceComment
Updated Conference Listings & Key Changes in GCS Constitution
Updated Conference Listings & Key Changes in GCS Constitution

The Grand Canyon Synod Constitution has been updated to reflect the new continuing resolution S12.01.A.25, approved by the Synod Council on January 18, 2025. This replaces the previous S12.01.B22 and includes updated conference listings for our 82 congregations and SAWCs across Arizona, Nevada, and Utah. View the latest version at gcsynod.org/constitution.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardSynod CouncilComment
ELCA Signs Ecumenical Declaration Defending Refuge—Now It’s Your Turn
ELCA Signs Ecumenical Declaration Defending Refuge—Now It’s Your Turn

The ELCA has joined faith leaders in signing The Ash Wednesday Ecumenical Declaration: Defending Refuge, reaffirming our commitment to welcoming immigrants and refugees. Rooted in Scripture and our call to love our neighbors, this declaration challenges harmful policies and advocates for justice. Now, individuals and congregations across the country are invited to add their voices by signing the declaration throughout Lent. Click here to read more and sign the declaration.

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ELCA, Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardImmigration and Refugees, 2025 Lent, Church and SocietyComment
From Arizona to New Jersey: Lutheran Advocacy at Work
From Arizona to New Jersey: Lutheran Advocacy at Work

How do Lutherans make a difference through advocacy? Solveig Muus, director of Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA), explores how intentional intersectionality strengthens our collective impact, from bipartisan legislation to Lutheran Disaster Response and interfaith collaboration. Read about the 40-40-40 Lenten Challenge, new legislative efforts inspired by Lutheran advocacy in New Jersey, and how faith communities are working together to create change. Click here to read more: SPPO Spotlight: Inspired by Intersectionality.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardLutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA), Advocacy, ELCA AdvocacyComment
Breaking Records and Building Community: LSSN’s Latest Milestones
Breaking Records and Building Community: LSSN’s Latest Milestones

Lutheran Social Services of Nevada (LSSN) continues to make an impact, setting a new record by distributing 53,434 pounds of food in February to individuals facing food insecurity. Meet LSSN’s new financial leadership team, learn about their Corporate Day of Giving initiative, and celebrate the incredible staff and volunteers who make this ministry possible. Discover how LSSN’s faith-driven work serves veterans, seniors, and families in need—and how you can be part of the mission.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardLutheran Social Services of Nevada, High Country ConferenceComment
Upcoming Faith Events, Immigration Training & Community Action from Arizona Faith Network
Upcoming Faith Events, Immigration Training & Community Action from Arizona Faith Network

Engage your faith through action! This March, join Arizona Faith Network for important discussions on immigration rights, environmental justice, and Native reconciliation. Learn from Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest on supporting refugees, participate in voting rights advocacy, and attend the Know Your Rights immigration training on March 12. Don’t miss the Roots of Injustice, Seeds of Change event on March 29, exploring faith-based reconciliation with Indigenous communities. 

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardArizona Faith Network, Ecumenical and Inter-Religious RelationsComment
University Lutheran Church Seeks Campus Ministry Associate at ASU
University Lutheran Church Seeks Campus Ministry Associate at ASU

University Lutheran Church’s Lutheran Campus Ministry at ASU is hiring a part-time Campus Ministry Associate to help lead student ministry at the Tempe campus. This flexible role includes worship leadership, Bible study facilitation, and student outreach. The position starts August 13, 2025 (start date flexible) and offers a salary and reduced tuition. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Pastor Arhiana Shek Dill at info@ulctempe.org.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardHelp Wanted, Lutheran Campus Ministries, campus, Grand Canyon Synod Campus Ministries, Fiesta Conference, University TempeComment