Learn how to protect our churches and communities with insights from the FBI and Phoenix Police Department. During a May 2022 webinar, experts shared critical safety tips for houses of worship, emphasizing the importance of planning ahead. Access the full recording and explore resources to enhance security at your church.
Read MoreJoin the National Faith + Climate Forum 2025 on March 27 to explore Seven Acts of Faith for Building Thriving Congregations. This free, live-streamed, and in-person event will offer practical insights on how to integrate creation care into your congregation’s mission. With sessions focused on youth leadership, climate justice, and community resilience, the forum will provide tools and inspiration to drive meaningful action. Register today to be part of this nationwide movement!
Read MoreMissed the “Learn How to Construct a Narrative Mission Plan” webinar with Pastor Tim Brown? No problem! The full recording is now available, along with essential resources to guide you through creating a mission-focused budget. Learn how to effectively communicate your congregation’s impact with these step-by-step tools. Access the recording and resources today!
Read MoreApply Now for the Manna Grant! Organized congregations, SAWCs, and special ministries in the Grand Canyon Synod are invited to apply for the Manna Grant, which provides funding for hunger relief projects that also address systemic root causes of hunger. Applications are due by September 13, 2024. Approximately $20,000 is available in total funding. Download the application form and apply today!
Read MoreExplore new resources and events for worship leaders and musicians in this September’s ELCA Worship Partner Organization Resources and Events! Highlights include ALCM’s Fall Webinar Series, free sheet music from Lutheran Summer Music, and fall workshops from Music that Makes Community. Mark your calendars for key conferences in 2025 and discover fresh resources for the upcoming church year.
Read MoreELCA’s September 2024 Mission Support Memo gives you the opportunity to hear Rahim and Cecelia Brown's faithful journey of candidacy with the North Carolina Synod and the surprising and bounteous support they were given. Please also check out our new ELCA Mission Support: Deep Dive to learn how our churchwide organization stewards Mission Support dollars. We additionally celebrate "God's work. Our hands." Find the memo from Living Lutheran here too!
Read MoreTraditional leadership programs often fall short, focusing more on theory than practical application. In the latest The Crucible newsletter, Tod Bolsinger of the Church Leadership Institute addresses this challenge with The Practicing Change Series, a set of books designed for real-time leadership learning. Additionally, this week marks the final chance to apply for the Business of Ministry Cohort, equipping ministry leaders with essential skills in administration and management. For those in Colorado Springs, a Fuller Seminary training event offers tools for rethinking church leadership. Learn more and register now!
Read MoreThe Southwest California Synod, led by Bishop Brenda Bos, is a thriving community of over 100 congregations across nine conferences. As a Reconciling In Christ Synod, they champion LGBTQIA+ inclusion, environmental stewardship through Lutherans Restoring Creation, and economic justice as part of the Jubilee USA Network.
Read MoreThis week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Jill Doherty, New Promise, St. George, who celebrates 26 years on September 13.
Rev. David Brandfass, Christ, Sedona, who celebrates 29 years on September 13.
Rev. Richard Mauthe, who celebrates 38 years on September 14.
Rev. Carl Mangold, who celebrates 49 years on September 14.
Rev. Craig Geiger, who celebrates 52 years on September 17.
Rev. Martin Iszler, who celebrates 63 years on September 17.
Join White Lutherans for Racial Justice and the ELCA Office of Racial Justice for a free “train the trainer” event on Monday, 9/16/2024 at 5pm PDT/MST, 6pm MDT. This event will equip leaders to host anti-racist screenings of the documentary A Time for Burning, sparking important conversations in congregations across the synod. Sign up today to prepare for hosting screenings in October and November.
Read MoreHesitant to preach? Diakonia graduates are invited to a four-week Zoom course titled “Preaching Good News to a World in Shambles,” starting October 19. Led by Reverend Carl Zimmermann, this class will help participants craft and deliver heart-engaging sermons, drawing on resources from Dr. Tom Long and Pastor Barbara Brown Taylor. Register now on Diakonia’s website.
Read MoreSpirit in the Desert Retreat Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Chanse Frenette as the new Director of Advancement. Chanse joined the team on August 19, 2024, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for driving transformative growth in the non-profit sector.
Spirit in the Desert will host a welcome event on September 21, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. The event will feature hors d'oeuvres and drinks and an opportunity to bid Solveig Muus a fond farewell while warmly welcoming Chanse into the community. We invite all community members, friends, and Spirit in the Desert supporters to join us for this special occasion. More info here.
Read MoreThe Grand Canyon Synod Grant application opens in September! With $175,000 in funding available, we encourage collaborative, innovative projects that align with our Strategic Plan. Attend our Grants Webinar on September 17, 2024, to learn more. Applications are due by midnight on October 18, 2024. Start planning now to support your ministry and bring new ideas to life! For more details, visit our website.
Read MoreJoin the ELCA’s Virtual Discernment Event on Sunday, September 15th, 2024, to explore your call to ministry. Representatives from all seven ELCA seminaries will guide you through discerning your next steps. Register today to take part in this unique opportunity!
Read MoreSupport Lutheran World Relief’s 2024 Fall Ingathering by donating quilts and kits at the Tucson collection on September 13-14 or the Phoenix/Glendale collection on October 18-19. Learn more about how to participate and what to donate on the LWR website, lwr.org/pack.
Read MoreJoin us for a free concert on September 13 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Phoenix, featuring organist and composer John Dixon. This is Dixon’s first Arizona performance, where he will present his own compositions on the church’s new Rodgers hybrid organ.
Read MoreEnhance your counseling ministry by becoming a certified Prepare-Enrich Facilitator at a special training on September 27th in Oro Valley. Offered at a discounted rate to Grand Canyon Synod clergy, this workshop equips you with essential tools for effective marriage counseling and supporting families. Register by September 15th to secure your spot.
Read MoreWe uplift and pray for Rev. David Brandfass, Rev. Julie Gerrish and the people of Christ Lutheran Church in Sedona, part of the High Country Conference. Visit their site at christsedona.org.
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