Deacon John Weit has accepted a call as assistant to the bishop, executive for worship of the ELCA. Weit has served in the role in an interim capacity since July 2019.
"For Lutherans, worship stands at the center of our life of faith," said the Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the ELCA. "John brings to this role a deep commitment to how worship and liturgy help us grow in our faith.”