2025 Churchwide Assembly 2025 Videos: Business, Leadership, and Vision
The 2025 ELCA Churchwide Assembly met in Phoenix under the theme “For the Life of the World,” and several key moments were captured on video. From Bishop Hutterer’s warm Grand Canyon Synod greeting to the election of the new presiding bishop, this assembly was rich in vision, leadership transition, and mission-centered dialogue.
Grand Canyon Synod Host Greeting
Bishop Deborah Hutterer welcomed the ELCA to Phoenix: Watch now »
Presiding Bishop Election
Rev. Yehiel Curry was elected Presiding Bishop: Watch the election announcement »
Meet him in this short intro video: Get to know Bp. Curry »
Key Reports & Addresses
Report of Vice President Imran Siddiqui: Watch here »
Report of Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton: Watch here »
Theological presentation by Rev. Chad Rimmer: Watch here »
Bishop Imad Haddad (Jordan & the Holy Land): Watch here »
Bishop Susan Johnson (Canada): Watch here »
Servus Dei Awards
Two major awards were presented:
Deacon Sue Rothmeyer: View video »
Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton: View video »
Assembly Theme Video
What does “For the Life of the World” mean?
Watch the official theme video: Watch now »
Browse all livestreams and recordings on the ELCA’s YouTube channel: Full video archive »