Office of the Bishop Updates
Synod staff remain actively engaged in congregational life, campus ministry, evangelism, generosity, administration, and financial stewardship. This week includes preaching and greetings across the synod, Synod Assembly planning, grant administration, and preparation for upcoming council and staff meetings.
On sabbatical, returning February 1.
Rev. Jacqueline Pagel
Bishop’s Associate for Candidacy and Faith Formation
Greet AZ Lutheran Campus Ministry leaders at the Franciscan Retreat Center
Greet Bethany Lutheran in Scottsdale at their 60th anniversary celebration
Preach at King of Glory, Tempe
Rev. David Pavesic
Director for Evangelical Mission (DEM)
Hosting the "Leaning into the 'E' Word" evangelism event at the Synod Office on Saturday.
End of Fiscal Year grant paperwork for Churchwide grants.
In-person Synod Staff meeting for the Bishop's return from sabbatical.
Rev. Dan Potaznick
Director of Generosity and Strategic Development
On parental leave. Please keep Randi and me in your prayers.
Theresa Thornburgh
Director for Administration and Events
Synod Assembly Planning Team meeting
In-Person Staff meeting
Preparing for Synod Council meeting and other upcoming events
Brian Flatgard
Director of Communication
Weekly news posts and newsletter
Synod Assembly Planning Team meeting
In-Person Staff meeting
Amy Birchard
Finance Administrator
Continue work on month end closing procedures for December 2025, prepare and send Pledge vs. Actual along with Mission Partner Payables to the team.
