Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. John Kautz, who celebrates 55 years on June 20.
Rev. Paul Nelson, who celebrates 44 years on June 20.
World Refugee Day: A promise to make ‘safety the reality for all’
Protecting the rights and dignity of forcibly displaced people
New horizons for Strasbourg’s Institute for Ecumenical Research
Council concludes with endorsement of road to Augsburg Assembly
LWF’s ecumenical partners affirm shared faith and witness for unity
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. John Groh, who celebrates 60 years on June 19.
Rev. Norbert Schroeder, who celebrates 66 years on June 19.
For peace and reconciliation among the nations, especially in Iran, Lebanon, Gaza, Mali, South Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela…
For medical professionals, researchers, and all navigating the Ebola outbreak in central Africa…
For a spirit of camaraderie and community during major global sporting events…
For awareness, advocacy, and an end to human trafficking…
For the G7 summit, global politics, and the interconnectedness of people and nations..For the families of those killed in airplane crashes in Texas, California, and Missouri…
For all impacted by the 6.7 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia…
For those affected by storms and severe weather…
For those evacuated and those fighting wildfires in eastern Washington…
For justice, compassion, and human rights for immigrants, refugees, those who are detained, and all who travel…
For fathers, caregivers, and those for whom parental relationships are strained…
The Office of the Bishop continues its post-Assembly ministry this week through congregational visits, pastoral care, leadership development, stewardship planning, and ongoing support for congregations across the synod. Staff will also focus on communications, upcoming events, financial administration, and collaborative ministry opportunities while preparing resources and plans for the months ahead.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Mark Rossman, Living Water, Scottsdale, who celebrates 38 years on June 18.
Rev. Paul Hansen, who celebrates 37 years on June 18.
Rev. Glen Stadler, who celebrates 48 years on June 18.
Rev. Raymond Christenson, who celebrates 58 years on June 18.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Daniel Megorden, who celebrates 47 years on June 17.
Rev. Richard Bosse, who celebrates 70 years on June 17.
Rev. Daniel Storvick, who celebrates 53 years on June 17.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. James Vadis, who celebrates 58 years on June 16.
Rev. Corrine Chilstrom, who celebrates 41 years on June 16.
Council: Confessing the hope of the gospel on the journey to 2030
Council: Called to shape a narrative of hope in turbulent times
Council: Mutual encouragement to combat epidemic of loneliness
Pre-Council meetings highlight connection and mutual encouragement
Brazil: a reunion to celebrate faith and care for God’s creation
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Timothy Swanson, who celebrates 53 years on June 15.
Rev. Dennis Morreim, who celebrates 57 years on June 15.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Charles Wilfong, who celebrates 62 years on June 14.
Rev. Dana Reardon, Shepherd of the Hills, Flagstaff, who celebrates 28 years on June 14.
Rev. Tom Shelly, who celebrates 45 years on June 14.
Rev. Ronald Tellefson, who celebrates 62 years on June 14.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Harold Aasland, who celebrates 72 years on June 13.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Jacqueline Pagel, Office of the Bishop, Phoenix, who celebrates 16 years on June 12.
Rev. Bernard Carl, who celebrates 49 years on June 12.
Rev. Scott Klimke, American, Sun City, who celebrates 22 years on June 12.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Carl Jensen, who celebrates 54 years on June 11.
Rev. James Slater, who celebrates 48 years on June 11.
Rev. Karl Guhn, Trinity, Phoenix, who celebrates 44 years on June 11.
It’s a week of reflection, follow-up, and faithful momentum at the Office of the Bishop as staff attend and then wrap up the 2026 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly, continue preaching, ministry support, and administrative work, and begin preparing for the months ahead. From donor and ministry follow-up to communications planning, financial reporting, and regional gatherings, the synod staff continues walking alongside congregations and leaders across our territory.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Luther Tolo, who celebrates 64 years on June 10.
Rev. Lester Hoffmann, who celebrates 70 years on June 10.
Rev. Ronald Rude, who celebrates 47 years on June 10.
Rev. Thomas Rogers, who celebrates 47 years on June 10.
Rev. John Elverum, who celebrates 64 years on June 10.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Don Lorfing, Good Samaritan, Las Vegas, Good Sam at The Lakes, Las Vegas, who celebrates 30 years on June 9.
Rev. John Serkland, who celebrates 63 years on June 9.
Rev. Philip Gustafson, who celebrates 47 years on June 9.
Rev. John Hackler, Lord of Life, Sun City West, who celebrates 41 years on June 9.
Rev. Lisa Hackler, American, Sun City, who celebrates 41 years on June 9.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Donald Liles, who celebrates 40 years on June 8.
Rev. Bennett Henrikson, who celebrates 57 years on June 8.
Rev. Melinda Gapen, Noble Hospice, Mesa, who celebrates 12 years on June 8.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Stoney Bowen-Weiszmann, Banner Del E Webb Medical Center, Sun City West, who celebrates 18 years on June 7.
Rev. Tim Eighmy, Community, Bullhead City, who celebrates 34 years on June 7.
Rev. John Lundering, who celebrates 67 years on June 7.
Rev. David Miller, who celebrates 56 years on June 7.
Rev. Donald Legacie, who celebrates 39 years on June 7.
Rev. Ronald Hedwall, who celebrates 62 years on June 7.
Rev. Jarrod Iversen, Central, Arizona City, who celebrates 1 year on June 7.
Rev. Debra Hippen Schultz, who celebrates 39 years on June 7.
