University of Arizona Lutheran Campus Ministry shares a video as part of their annual report for the 2024 Synod Assembly.
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Luther Seminary shares a video as part of their annual report for the 2024 Synod Assembly.
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Join us at Ascension Lutheran Church this Friday, June 7th, for an indoor sale featuring 60 years of accumulated treasures! From 6:30 AM to 1 PM at 7100 N Mockingbird Lane, you can explore items ranging from furniture and office supplies to unique Christmas decorations and elegant costumes. This event offers a unique opportunity to support our church while finding incredible deals on a wide range of items. Don’t miss your chance to discover the hidden gems of decades past!
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Mosaic shares a video as part of their annual report for the 2024 Synod Assembly.
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Santa Trinidad shares a video as part of their annual report for the 2024 Synod Assembly.
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First Place shares a video of their 2024 Discipleship Event as part of their annual report for the 2024 Synod Assembly.
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Holy Trinity Lutheran shares a video of their 2024 Discipleship Event as part of their annual report for the 2024 Synod Assembly.
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With less than a week to go for our synod assembly, the Office of the Bishop prepares for a joyful gathering at Love of Christ Lutheran in Mesa, where we get a chance to embody the Word together..
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This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Adam Barnhart, Shepherd of the Hills, Flagstaff, who celebrates 15 years on June 7.
Rev. Stoney Bowen-Weiszmann, Banner Del E Webb Medical Center, Sun City West, who celebrates 16 years on June 7.
Rev. Tim Eighmy, Community, Bullhead City, who celebrates 32 years on June 7.
Rev. John Lundering, who celebrates 65 years on June 7.
Rev. David Miller, who celebrates 54 years on June 7.
Rev. Donald Legacie, who celebrates 37 years on June 7.
Rev. Ronald Hedwall, who celebrates 60 years on June 7.
Rev. Donald Liles, who celebrates 38 years on June 8.
Rev. Bennett Henrikson, who celebrates 55 years on June 8.
Rev. Melinda Gapen, Noble Hospice, Mesa, who celebrates 10 years on June 8.
Rev. Don Lorfing, Good Samaritan, Las Vegas, Good Sam at The Lakes, Las Vegas, who celebrates 28 years on June 9.
Rev. John Serkland, who celebrates 61 years on June 9.
Rev. Philip Gustafson, who celebrates 45 years on June 9.
Rev. John Hackler, Lord of Life, Sun City West, who celebrates 39 years on June 9.
Rev. Lisa Hackler, American, Sun City, who celebrates 39 years on June 9.
Rev. Harold Peterson, who celebrates 68 years on June 10.
Rev. Luther Tolo, who celebrates 62 years on June 10.
Rev. Lester Hoffmann, who celebrates 68 years on June 10.
Rev. Ronald Rude, who celebrates 45 years on June 10.
Rev. Frank Nausin, who celebrates 50 years on June 10.
Rev. Thomas Rogers, who celebrates 45 years on June 10.
Rev. John Elverum, who celebrates 62 years on June 10.
Rev. Carl Jensen, Mountain View, Phoenix, who celebrates 52 years on June 11.
Rev. James Slater, who celebrates 46 years on June 11.
Rev. Jacqueline Pagel, Office of the Bishop, Phoenix, who celebrates 14 years on June 12.
Rev. Bernard Carl, Holy Trinity, Chandler, who celebrates 47 years on June 12.
Rev. Lois Shuart, who celebrates 31 years on June 12.
Rev. Neal Snider, who celebrates 64 years on June 12.
Rev. Scott Klimke, American, Sun City, who celebrates 20 years on June 12.
Rev. Harold Aasland, who celebrates 70 years on June 13.
Join a free Enneagram Workshop Series every Thursday in June, led by Desta Goehner. Enhance your personal and spiritual growth through sessions on Enneagram history, instincts, centers of intelligence, and types. Register once and attend any session from 1 – 2 pm MST/PDT. This series, provided by the Thriving Leadership Formation and Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary, is an invaluable tool for leadership development and personal discovery. Register here.
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Holy Trinity Lutheran Church is seeking a dedicated part-time, Church Childcare Assistant who loves all God’s children and is focused on providing a safe and nurturing environment. Primary responsibilities include having a heart for kids; is punctual and dependable; is dedicated to excellence in carrying out assigned tasks; and is a positive role model, who fosters a safe, clean, and successful environment for the ministry of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
This position is open to all interested applicants of 16 years of age or older. Visit www.htlutheran.com for more information about Holy Trinity. A full position description and instructions on how to apply may be found at www.htlutheran.com/job-opportunities.
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For eight horrific months war has raged in Gaza. Thousands of people have died, and thousands more are suffering. In recent days we have seen unspeakable images of violence in Rafah and escalating violence in the West Bank. Like the prophet Isaiah, we lament, "How long, O Lord?" (Isaiah 6:11).
At times a just peace for Palestinians and Israelis doesn't seem possible, yet as Christians we believe that it is. The psalmist assures us that God "makes wars cease to the end of the earth" (Psalm 46:9). At times it seems that there is nothing we can do, yet through baptism God calls us to be peacemakers. We live out this calling in many ways, including through prayer, advocacy and accompaniment.
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In a year of uncertainty in government and politics, in climate, war and the global economy, and perhaps in the ways we view church together, Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona highlights a few of the many reasons to be encouraged about our synod’s engagement in Lutheran advocacy. View in this post or this PDF.
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Join us in celebrating 50 years of ELCA World Hunger’s commitment to fighting global poverty in their latest Go and Do News. Engage with us at the upcoming ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans from July 16-20, where you can participate in transformative role-playing activities. Apply for our Domestic Hunger Grants by June 16, and explore new resources available for download to inspire your community. Together, let’s continue to ask, “What, then, should we do?” to promote justice and peace worldwide.
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Introducing ‘DUOble Faith,’ a new Bible study by Melissa Nesdahl designed for mothers and their elementary-aged daughters, focusing on deepening their faith together. Alongside this, Melissa offers consultation services to enhance Children, Youth, and Family programs within our congregations. Discover these enriching resources and how they can benefit your ministry by visiting Melissa Nesdahl’s website.
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Many thanks to Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary and California Lutheran University for sponsoring childcare at the 2024 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly, enhancing accessibility for all attendees. This support allows parents to fully engage in the assembly while providing a safe and engaging environment for children.
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For justice and peace among nations where war and violence rage, especially Palestine and Israel, Iran, Myanmar, Iraq, Haiti, Russia and Ukraine, Burkina Faso, and South Sudan…
For elections and political transitions around the world…
At the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square protests…
For those affected by severe flooding in southern Germany…
For those evacuated due to the eruption of Mount Kanlaon Monday night on Negros Island in the Philippines…
For safety and relief during extreme heat waves in Arizona and California…
For protection and compassion for refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants…
For victims of the mass shooting in Akron, Ohio…
For veterans and all military personnel and their families, at the 80th anniversary of D-Day…
The Grand Canyon Synod invites all members to review the proposed 2025-2026 Mission Plan, which details our financial forecasts, mission priorities, and strategic investments in campus ministries, social services, and ethnic-specific initiatives. Available as a PDF and through an informative webinar, this plan is crucial for guiding our synod’s efforts in the coming years. Join us in shaping our community’s future by engaging with this comprehensive proposal.
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Join theologians Andy Root and Tripp Fuller on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, from 6:30 PM to 8:30pm Central, as we dive into the world of Dietrich Bonhoeffer in this free event, brought to you by Luther Seminary’s faith+lead.
Step back into a tumultuous era as we explore the life and teachings of one of the most influential figures in Christian thought. Witness how Bonhoeffer's extensive travels and profound teachings not only brought the Gospel to others but also how he embodied the Gospel's call—even to the point of martyrdom under the Nazi regime.
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Applications for ELCA World Hunger’s 2025 Domestic Hunger Grants are open! To learn more about submitting a Letter of Inquiry (LOI), grant partnership eligibility, and our granting priorities, please visit our Domestic Hunger Grants website.
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