Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Deacon Bernice Johnson, who celebrates 67 years on July 5.
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This week, Grand Canyon Synod staff remain engaged in leadership development, stewardship planning, camp ministry, and ongoing support for congregations and ministry partners. Bishop Hutterer joins colleagues from across the church at the ELCA Rostered Ministers Gathering, while synod staff continue preparations for future ministry initiatives, events, and financial operations.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Glenn Zorb, who celebrates 47 years on July 1.
Rev. Jan Flaaten, who celebrates 53 years on July 1.
Rev. Robert Hutson Jr., who celebrates 53 years on July 1.
Rev. Robert Rod, who celebrates 53 years on July 1.
Rev. James Dew, who celebrates 36 years on July 1.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Randy Winsand, Lord of Grace, Tucson, who celebrates 13 years on June 30.
Rev. Myron Nysether, who celebrates 52 years on June 30.
Rev. John Williams, who celebrates 53 years on June 30.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Gayle Bintliff, who celebrates 25 years on June 29.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Craig Corbin, Mount Olive, Lake Havasu City, who celebrates 39 years on June 28.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. David Towers, who celebrates 50 years on June 27.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. John Geske, Mayo, Scottsdale, who celebrates 38 years on June 26.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Scott Hove, Good Samaritan, Las Vegas, Good Sam at The Lakes, Las Vegas, who celebrates 31 years on June 25.
Rev. Dennis Hagstrom, who celebrates 49 years on June 25.
Rev. Stephen J. Nelson, who celebrates 48 years on June 25.
The Grand Canyon Synod staff continues its ministry across the synod this week, with Bishop Hutterer participating in Diakonia graduation and new bishop formation, while staff members engage in leadership development, congregational visits, stewardship conversations, event planning, and ongoing support for congregations and ministry partners. Two staff members are also on sabbatical as the work of the synod continues through collaboration and shared leadership.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Sarah Upham-Birdsall, who celebrates 24 years on June 22.
Rev. Matthew Dobyns, ELCA, Chicago, who celebrates 18 years on June 22.
Rev. Gary Hess, who celebrates 49 years on June 22.
Rev. Duane Peterson, who celebrates 68 years on June 22.
Rev. Andrew Schlecht, Maricopa, Maricopa, who celebrates 18 years on June 22.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Roger Thompson, who celebrates 45 years on June 21.
Rev. Joseph Carucci, who celebrates 65 years on June 21.
Rev. Terry Pletkovich, who celebrates 45 years on June 21.
Rev. John Sersland, who celebrates 45 years on June 21.
Rev. Nancy Milleville, who celebrates 46 years on June 21.
Rev. Michael Girlinghouse, LCM Canterbury, Flagstaff, who celebrates 39 years on June 21.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. John Kautz, who celebrates 55 years on June 20.
Rev. Paul Nelson, who celebrates 44 years on June 20.
World Refugee Day: A promise to make ‘safety the reality for all’
Protecting the rights and dignity of forcibly displaced people
New horizons for Strasbourg’s Institute for Ecumenical Research
Council concludes with endorsement of road to Augsburg Assembly
LWF’s ecumenical partners affirm shared faith and witness for unity
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. John Groh, who celebrates 60 years on June 19.
Rev. Norbert Schroeder, who celebrates 66 years on June 19.
For peace and reconciliation among the nations, especially in Iran, Lebanon, Gaza, Mali, South Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela…
For medical professionals, researchers, and all navigating the Ebola outbreak in central Africa…
For a spirit of camaraderie and community during major global sporting events…
For awareness, advocacy, and an end to human trafficking…
For the G7 summit, global politics, and the interconnectedness of people and nations..For the families of those killed in airplane crashes in Texas, California, and Missouri…
For all impacted by the 6.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia…
For those affected by storms and severe weather…
For those evacuated and those fighting wildfires in eastern Washington…
For justice, compassion, and human rights for immigrants, refugees, those who are detained, and all who travel…
For fathers, caregivers, and those for whom parental relationships are strained…
The Office of the Bishop continues its post-Assembly ministry this week through congregational visits, pastoral care, leadership development, stewardship planning, and ongoing support for congregations across the synod. Staff will also focus on communications, upcoming events, financial administration, and collaborative ministry opportunities while preparing resources and plans for the months ahead.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Mark Rossman, Living Water, Scottsdale, who celebrates 38 years on June 18.
Rev. Paul Hansen, who celebrates 37 years on June 18.
Rev. Glen Stadler, who celebrates 48 years on June 18.
Rev. Raymond Christenson, who celebrates 58 years on June 18.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Daniel Megorden, who celebrates 47 years on June 17.
Rev. Richard Bosse, who celebrates 70 years on June 17.
Rev. Daniel Storvick, who celebrates 53 years on June 17.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. James Vadis, who celebrates 58 years on June 16.
Rev. Corrine Chilstrom, who celebrates 41 years on June 16.