For all those affected by war and armed conflict around the world, especially in Iran, Gaza, Ethiopia, Syria, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Ukraine, and Myanmar…
For victims of building collapse in Brooklyn, NY…
For peaceful resolution to the general strike in Spain and for all places of ongoing protest and demonstration…
For all impacted by extremist violence…
For smooth transitions of power following national and international elections…
For wisdom for all elected officials…
For nation of Paraguay in the midst of economic and political uncertainty…
For veterans and all military personnel…
Next week, the Office of the Bishop will celebrate congregational anniversaries and milestones at Peace in the Desert, Saved by Grace, and Central Lutheran, while continuing work in candidacy, congregational vitality, faith formation, and grant reviews. Staff will also focus on generosity initiatives, Giving Tuesday preparations, year-end communications, and the ongoing administrative and financial work of the synod.
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This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Ruby Myers, who celebrates 5 years on November 13.
Rev. David Krueger, who celebrates 50 years on November 14.
For all those affected by war and armed conflict around the world, especially in Iran, Gaza, Ethiopia, Syria, South Sudan, Ethiopia, Ukraine, and Myanmar…
For elections, political transitions, and for all who hold political office…
For the families of those killed in the Florida Learjet crash…
For ongoing protests and demonstrations in Germany, France, and other places around the world…
For energy infrastructure concerns in Sudan…
For political stability in Poland…
For support for all facing mental health challenges, and especially postpartum depression and anxiety…
For those impacted by flooding in Florida and California…
Next week, the Office of the Bishop will gather for an in-person staff meeting while supporting congregations through worship, visits, Bible study, stewardship conversations, and ministry collaboration. Staff will also participate in the Church Council meeting in Chicago, prepare for upcoming synod events, and continue work on candidacy, communications, grants, and financial administration.
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This week we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. R. Stewart McDonald, who celebrates 40 years on November 12.
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Next week, the Office of the Bishop will support ministry candidates and congregational vitality, connect with ministry partners and donors, and advance Mission Support planning, grant preparation, communications and daily operations. Bishop Hutterer will be on vacation as staff continue serving congregations and leaders across the synod.
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This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Verónica Alvarez, Faith/La Fe, Phoenix, who celebrates 4 years on October 30.
Rev. Brian Ward, Community, Las Vegas, who celebrates 16 years on October 31.
Deacon Katherine Kline, who celebrates 6 years on October 31.
Rev. Thaddeus Book, Desert Cross, Tempe, who celebrates 17 years on November 1.
Deacon Anada Guse, who celebrates 36 years on November 4.
Rev. Conrad Braaten, Spirit of Joy, Clarkdale, who celebrates 54 years on November 5.
In the coming week, the Office of the Bishop staff will connect with congregations and ministry leaders, support faith formation and youth ministry, and advance generosity and mission support efforts. The team will also maintain synod communications and complete financial work, while Theresa Thornburgh is on vacation.
We also share a photo from our First Call event after the Bishop’s Fall Gathering.
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This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Amalia Vagts, Our Saviour’s, Tucson, who celebrates 5 years on October 23.
Rev. John Lillie, who celebrates 46 years on October 26.
Rev. Daniel Valasakos, Mount Zion, Tucson, who celebrates 30 years on October 26.
Rev. Kari Williamson, St. Andrew, Phoenix, who celebrates 23 years on October 26.
For all those affected by war and armed conflict around the world, especially in Iran, Gaza, Ethiopia, Syria, South Sudan, The Democratic Republic of Congo, Ukraine, and Myanmar…
For midterm elections and for democratic elections around the world…
For ongoing student protests in France, Albania, and India…
For Christa Pike and all those impacted by the death penalty…
For victims of a school roof collapse in Pakistan…
For Pope Leo XIV and his cancer diagnosis…
For those in the path of Hurricane Simon and all those affected by natural disasters…
For all those affected by gun violence, sexual violence, and race-based violence…
For the ongoing courage and renewal of the church, led by the Holy Spirit…
This week, Bishop Hutterer meets with conference deans and the GCS Executive Committee and joins faith leaders for a conversation with the Rev. Dr. Gary Mason, hosted by Bishop Reddall. Synod staff support first-call and youth leaders, visit congregations, and advance grants, generosity, leader resources, communications, and financial reporting.
We also share photos from the Installation of Rev. David Peterson at Gloria de Cristo Lutheran in Yuma and the 2026 Bishop’s Fall Gathering.
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This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Douglas Dill, Mountain View, Phoenix, who celebrates 11 years on October 17.
Rev. Julia Sprenkle, American, Sun City, who celebrates 16 years on October 17.
Rev. Paul Gregory, Hospice Family Care, Mesa, who celebrates 40 years on October 19.
Rev. Susanne Havlic, who celebrates 30 years on October 20.
Rev. Scott Hoecker, who celebrates 8 years on October 20.
Rev. David Swan, who celebrates 53 years on October 21.
Rev. Mitchell Eickmann, who celebrates 42 years on October 22.
Rev. Linda Brown, who celebrates 15 years on October 22.
For all those affected by war and armed conflict around the world, especially in Iran, Gaza, Ethiopia, Syria, South Sudan, The Democratic Republic of Congo, Ukraine, and Myanmar…
For the three-year anniversary of the attacks in Gaza…
For elections and political transitions around the world…
For lawmakers and courts of law…
For all affected by the spread of disease…
For safety amidst ongoing student protests in France…
For flooding in Spain and all affected by natural disasters…
For all in the path of Tropical Storm Isaias…
For Nobel Prize recipients and all gifts of discovery, research, and curiosity…