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Best Skills, Best Churches Program open to Grand Canyon Synod leaders
Best Skills, Best Churches Program open to Grand Canyon Synod leaders

UPDATE: We have 20 spots remaining for pastors, deacons, and lay leaders, especially congregational council members.

Best Skills, Best Churches, offered online, is a graduate/executive level certificate program designed to advance rostered ministers' and lay leaders’ knowledge and skills for effective management of congregations and ministries. Enroll here for Best Skills, Best Churches, which begins July 11, 2023. The cost is only $150 per participant, a $775 value made possible by the 3E Lilly Grant. View a PDF flyer here.

Questions? Contact Rev. Miguel Gomez-Acosta, Director for Evangelical Mission and Bishop’s Associate for Congregational Vitality.

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Grand Canyon Synod, News, ResourcesBrian FlatgardLilly Endowment, Lilly 3E, Rocky Mountain SynodComment
Last call for Stewardship For All Seasons
Last call for Stewardship For All Seasons

There are two spots left for this year’s cohort of Stewardship for All Seasons. Please let Pr. Miguel know if you are interested in taking one of those spots by May 4, 2023. First come first served.  

This will be the last year that a $2,900 scholarship will be provided, making the costs to our congregations only $250 for a quality yearlong stewardship program. View a PDF flyer here.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardLilly Endowment, Lilly 3E, Stewardship, Stewardship for All Seasons, Rocky Mountain SynodComment
Last chance to participate in Stewardship For All Seasons
Last chance to participate in Stewardship For All Seasons

The Grand Canyon Synod has the opportunity to provide 10 scholarships for Stewardship for All Seasons. This will be the last year that a $2,900 scholarship will be provided, making the costs to our congregations only $250 for a quality yearlong stewardship program. View a PDF flyer here.

The cohort begins May 27, 2023, so please notify Pr. Miguel Gomez-Acosta if you are interested in participating by May 4, 2023.

These scholarships are made possible because of our partnership with Rocky Mountain Synod and the Lilly Endowment, as well as your generous donations to the Growing Generosity Appeal.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardLilly Endowment, Lilly 3E, Stewardship, Stewardship for All Seasons, Rocky Mountain SynodComment
Growing Campus Ministries with the Growing Generosity Appeal
Growing Campus Ministries with the Growing Generosity Appeal

In this post and video we explore Growing Future Campus Ministries: Planting seeds for Lutheran Campus Ministry and new & emerging ministries.

With gifts from congregations, foundations, endowments, and individuals, we can meet our $750,000 goal. Thank you to all who have helped us with gifts of $644,617 so far towards our Growing Generosity Appeal. We invite you to consider a gift. Please visit our pledge page for more info.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardGrowing Generosity Appeal, Lilly 3E, Lutheran Campus Ministries, Grand Canyon Synod Campus MinistriesComment
Growing Future Ministries with the Growing Generosity Appeal
Growing Future Ministries with the Growing Generosity Appeal

In this post and video we explore Growing Future Ministries: Planting seeds for Lutheran Campus Ministry and new & emerging ministries.

With gifts from congregations, foundations, endowments, and individuals, we can meet our $750,000 goal. Thank you to all who have helped us with gifts of $627,731 so far towards our Growing Generosity Appeal.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardGrowing Generosity Appeal, Lilly 3EComment
Last Round of Vital Right Shaped Ministries’ Vitality and Innovation Grants Awarded
Last Round of Vital Right Shaped Ministries’ Vitality and Innovation Grants Awarded

On June 16, 2022, four congregations and ministries in the Grand Canyon Synod were awarded a total of $16,000 in 2022 VRSM Vitality and Innovation grants: Vida Nueva, Lutheran Campus Ministry (ASU, UA, NAU), Central Lutheran’s ACE Program (Adult Community Education), and Trinity Lutheran’s Food Bank.

Parts of the grant were funded by the Lilly 3E initiative with Rocky Mountain Synod, as well as our synod’s Growing Generosity Appeal, which thanks to the generosity of individuals and congregations now exceeds $600,000.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardGrowing Generosity Appeal, Lilly Endowment, Lilly 3E, GrantsComment
Congregations invited to pledge to the Growing Generosity Appeal
Congregations invited to pledge to the Growing Generosity Appeal

Having already raised over $500,000 to fund our Growing Generosity Appeal, let’s create possibilities together. With your help, we can top our next goal to raise another $250,00 by the end of 2023 through gifts from congregations, foundations, endowments, and individuals!

The plans for these additional funds will benefit Lutheran Campus Ministries, new & emerging ministries, and our advocacy efforts. In this post we explore Growing Financial Viability: Planting seeds of financial support for pastors and congregations through 3E Lilly Grants and programs.

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Vital Right Shaped Ministries Vitality and Innovation Grants available
Vital Right Shaped Ministries Vitality and Innovation Grants available

The New and Renewing Team of the Grand Canyon Synod is excited to announce the 2nd round of Lilly 3E Vital Right Shaped Ministries Vitality and Innovation Grants. Apply using this Word document.

Applications are due by June 10, 2022. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Pr. Miguel Gomez-Acosta at miguel.gomez-acosta@elca.org.

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Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardLilly 3E, Vital Right-Shaped Ministry, New and Renewing TeamComment
Best Skills, Best Churches Program open to 20 synod leaders
Best Skills, Best Churches Program open to 20 synod leaders

Grand Canyon and Rocky Mountain Synods announce a Lutheran cohort for ASU Lodestar Center’s Best Skills Best Churches certificate program starting in July. View a PDF brochure for more info and click here to register.

Thanks to the Lilly Endowment and funding from our Growing Generosity appeal, we provide this opportunity for rostered and lay leaders for only $150 per student. Act now: space is limited to 20 students from our synod and the deadline to register is June 13, 2022.

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Grand Canyon Synod, News, ResourcesBrian FlatgardRocky Mountain Synod, Lilly 3EComment
Final year of Stewardship for All Seasons features significant scholarships
Final year of Stewardship for All Seasons features significant scholarships

A new cohort of Stewardship for All Seasons begins May 21, 2022. This year’s program is subsidized significantly by the last year of our Lilly 3E grant and other donors. For more info, view our web page or PDF.

We highly recommend that congregations that participated in Beginning a Culture of Generosity consider signing up for this last cohort of SAS. Scholarships are also be available for second year SAS congregations. If you have questions or want to sign up, please contact Pr. Miguel Gomez-Acosta.

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News, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardStewardship, Stewardship for All Seasons, Lilly 3EComment
Central Lutheran Church Adult Community Education Ministry
Central Lutheran Church Adult Community Education Ministry

We are delighted to share stories of success in the Adult Community Education Ministry from Central Lutheran Church in Arizona City and Casa Grande. In this progress report PDF and video, learn how a range of participants have acquired GEDs and new vocations through this ministry.

This is one of many ministries made possible through our Growing Generosity Appeal. Funded through the Lilly 3E portion of the appeal under Vital Right Shaped Ministries grants, it’s an example of new growth in our synod. Prayerfully consider how you’d like to be part of Growing Generosity.

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News, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardCentral Arizona City, Fiesta Conference, Growing Generosity Appeal, Lilly 3E, Vital Right-Shaped MinistryComment
Growing Financial Viability
Growing Financial Viability

As part of our Growing Generosity Appeal, we present this video on growing financial viability in the Grand Canyon Synod, planting seeds of financial support for pastors and congregations through a 3E Lilly Grant match of $150,000.

Funds raised will be used to match the Lilly 3E $150,000 grant dollar-for-dollar to provide a total of $300,000 for the Grand Canyon Synod. Learn more at gcsynod.org/generosity/financial-viability.

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News, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardGrowing Generosity Appeal, Lilly 3EComment
Registration now open for Beginning a Culture of Generosity
Registration now open for Beginning a Culture of Generosity

Beginning a Culture of Generosity (BCG) is a new and timely program to help guide congregations and provide the necessary tools to run a successful fall appeal. Congregations will receive training online in 6 sessions and 1:1 guidance on an easily implemented program.

Registration is open through August with the first session scheduled for August 14 ,2021: "Building Blocks for Generosity". View the info page on gcsynod.org, or download the information and registration PDF. Register online here.

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News, Grand Canyon SynodBrian Flatgard2021 Beginning a Culture of Generosity, Lilly 3EComment
Applications due 4/20/2021 for Vital Right-Shaped Ministry Vitality and Innovation Grants
Applications due 4/20/2021 for Vital Right-Shaped Ministry Vitality and Innovation Grants

These grants are intended to help congregations become vital and healthy by defining their values, strengthening their mission, noticing their context, and evaluating their ministry. Click to download the application as a Word document.

We hope that you and your community will be innovative and think outside the box. Applications are due by April 20, 2021.

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News, Resources, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardVital Right-Shaped Ministry, Lilly 3E, New and Renewing TeamComment
Stewardship for All Seasons registration deadline set for April 23, 2021
Stewardship for All Seasons registration deadline set for April 23, 2021

Generous scholarships for congregations are available for congregations interested in the Stewardship for All Seasons program. Learn how to do year-round, ongoing stewardship, which results in more money for ministry.

For more information and a brochure about the program, please visit gcsynod.org/stewardship-for-all-seasons.

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News, Resources, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardStewardship for All Seasons, Lilly 3E, StewardshipComment
Lilly 3E Vital Right-Shaped Ministry Vitality and Innovation Grants
Lilly 3E Vital Right-Shaped Ministry Vitality and Innovation Grants

The New and Renewing Team of the Grand Canyon Synod is excited to announce the Lilly 3E Vital Right-Shaped Ministry (VRSM) Vitality and Innovation Grants. Click to download the application as a Word document.

Two Zoom information sessions will be offered about the grants, click a date to register: Thurs., 3/25/2021 @ 6 pm MST/PDT and Thurs., 4/8/2021 @ 1:30pm MST/PDT. Once registered, you will receive an email with your unique link to join the meeting.

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News, Resources, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardVital Right-Shaped Ministry, Lilly 3E, New and Renewing TeamComment