As long as I can remember, I have felt the Holy’s presence through nature. As a child, I spent a lot of time in the mountains. While I would not have been able to describe it in words then, the trees, birds, creek, wind, sun, and all that I experienced through my senses taught me about the sacred.
Read MoreI’ve always wanted to be a pastor. When I was 15 years old and visited a classmate’s church, I saw with my own eyes that a grown-up girl could be a pastor. The church had me at “hello.”
My parents, on the other hand, were not so inclined. I remember my father telling me, “The best way to help poor people is to not become one of them. Be an attorney. Make some money.”
Read MoreTo celebrate National Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we’re sharing stories that illustrate how people served by Mosaic make choices to live their life their way. This is Holden’s. The post ‘Holden Just Makes the World Happy’ appeared first on Mosaic.
Read MoreMark your calendar for Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, when congregations of the ELCA will join together for "God's work. Our hands." Sunday, our annual day of service.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of "God's work. Our hands." Sunday! Visit ELCA.org/DayofService for updates to resources.
Read MoreIn observance of the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, Bishop Eaton reminds us to tell the stories of our historical truth: stories of suffering and pain, but also stories of awe-inspiring resistance and hope.
Read MoreToday is the commemoration of Archbishop Oscar Romero, a Salvadoran priest who was assassinated while standing behind the altar as he prepared to preside at mass. He is known as a martyr and prophet, using his voice to speak out against the human rights violations of the people of El Salvador. As we look at Bp. Romero’s life, it is easy to see that indeed the Spirit dwelt within him, and even with the daily threat of death and violence he continued to speak boldly to the powers that oppressed the Salvadorans.
Read MorePrayers for the family of Pastor Kurt Fangmeier (Living Christ Lutheran in Flagstaff) after the death of his mother, Margaret-Ann Fangmeier, on Sunday, March 19, 2023.
We especially pray for her husband, Del. Residents in the Phoenix metro area, the couple have been members of Dove of Peace Lutheran.
Read MoreCredit cards are a necessary part of today’s world, but not all cards are the same. As a cost-effective alternative to standard corporate credit card programs, consider the ELCA Federal Credit Union’s ministry card program. For additional information or to apply, contact the ELCA Federal Credit Union.
Read MoreMountain View Lutheran Church (11002 S. 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85044), hosts The Way of the Cross,” A Time of Meditation and Prayer, on Good Friday, April 7,2023, 7am – 6pm.
The Time of Meditation and Prayer leads you through seven stations where you will go alongside Jesus on his way to the cross.
Read MoreHave you ever felt the satisfaction of bringing something to life? Maybe you had an idea that became reality maybe, or a seed (literal or figurative) planted and grown?
I often marvel at the power we humans have to create life, and was struck this year as we have been reimagining different aspects of our faith, how Ezekiel plays a role in this story of the valley of dry bones.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop travels to the High Country Conference as part of Synod on the Move, with our highlight being the High Country Conference Spring Gathering, Mar 25, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM. We also share photos from the Ordination of Rev. Dan Potaznick, our Director of Generosity and Strategic Development.
Read MoreThis week we celebrate the following ordination anniversaries:
Rev. Heriberto Prudencio, who celebrates 33 years on March 25.
The Rev. Kerry Neuhardt, Church of Our Saviour, Lakeside, who celebrates 40 years on March 25.
Rev. William Timm, Gloria de Cristo, Yuma, who celebrates 42 years on March 29.
Other than La Paz and Navajo, which are at a medium level, all of our synod’s counties are at at low levels.
Note: our updates can be a week behind due to our news cycle overlapping with Thursday updates. View the latest CDC and NYTimes updates here.
Read MoreLutheran Social Services of Nevada shares their March 2023 updates, featuring: a Holy Thursday Easter Egg Hunt and Resource Fair; photos; thanks to New Song Church for being such a great partner; and their wine tasting and mixer event on Saturday, May 13, 2023.
Read MoreThe Heidi Gerrish Triennial Gathering Memorial Scholarship is is provided by the Grand Canyon Women to encourage first-time attendance at our Women of the ELCA’s national Triennial Gathering, held every three years. View the scholarship application as PDF or as a Word document.
In 2023, our Triennial Gathering will be in Phoenix from September 21-24, 2023. This scholarship includes a pre-paid registration to the event and $250 is to be used for expenses related to attending.
Read MoreHunger Education and Networking Grants are one of the ways ELCA World Hunger accompanies congregations, synods, organizations, partners and local teams throughout the US and the Caribbean.
Proposals will be accepted from March 15, 2023 through November 15, 2023. For more information see the full request for proposal in this PDF and in this post.
Read MoreLutherans Restoring Creation shares their March 2023 Good Green News, featuring: Pollinator Pathways call on Tuesday March 28, 2023; Earth Day virtual service; Central states updates, and more.
Read MoreIn the last few months, I have had the privilege of traveling to various border regions around the world. These visits have left a deep impression on me, as I have seen firsthand the harm caused by physical walls and checkpoints. And now as we go through our Lenten journey, I am also reminded of the emotional and spiritual walls that exist within us.
Read MoreAll Saints Lutheran in Phoenix is taking applications for a part-time administrative assistant position. Office Hours: 21-24 hrs. per week.
Job description and application are available in the church office, the All Saints Website – allsaintsphoenix.org or request by email: aslc@allsaintsphoenix.org. If you have questions or need more information please contact: Shari Clark—602-866-9191 ext. 103—sharic@allsaintsphoenix.org.
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