Invite Global Refuge’s Pastor-in-Residence: Schedule Rev. Eric Shafer for Winter–Spring 2026

Is your congregation ready for a focused Sunday on Christ’s call to welcome the stranger? Global Refuge’s volunteer Pastor in Residence, The Rev. Eric C. Shafer, is scheduling Sunday morning visits across the Grand Canyon Synod to preach in worship and lead an adult forum about the ministry of Global Refuge (formerly LIRS).

How to book: Email Rev. Shafer at ericcshafer@hotmail.com.

Travel support: Congregations can be located anywhere; please plan to provide travel expense support.

Available Sundays

  • Sunday, December 28, 2025

  • Sundays in 2026: January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1; all Sundays in March (March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29)

What to expect

  • Preaching at worship centered in the Gospel—God’s heart for refugees and newcomers (Matthew 25; Hebrews 13:2).

  • Adult forum before or after worship introducing Global Refuge’s mission and practical ways your congregation can partner.

  • Action steps your leaders and members can take to embody Lutheran accompaniment in your community.

About Global Refuge

Global Refuge partners with congregations nationwide to support refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers through welcome, resettlement, and long-term integration. Learn more at globalrefuge.org.

Ready to host a Global Refuge Sunday? Secure your preferred date by emailing Rev. Shafer at ericcshafer@hotmail.com.

Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardGlobal Refuge, Immigration and RefugeesComment