Office of the Bishop Updates
The Grand Canyon Synod staff continues its ministry across the synod this week, with Bishop Hutterer participating in Diakonia graduation and new bishop formation, while staff members engage in leadership development, congregational visits, stewardship conversations, event planning, and ongoing support for congregations and ministry partners. Two staff members are also on sabbatical as the work of the synod continues through collaboration and shared leadership.
Diakonia Graduation, St. Andrew, Phoenix
New Bishop Formation
Rev. Jacqueline Pagel
Bishop’s Associate for Candidacy and Faith Formation
Rev. David Pavesic
Director for Evangelical Mission (DEM)
Begin my “Coaching for Everyday Life” course.
Worship at Emmanuel (Sudanese) and meet with the leadership.
Mission and Ministry follow ups.
Rev. Dan Potaznick
Director of Generosity and Strategic Development
Preach at St. John’s, Glendale
Visit Campformation
Begin individual cultivation conversations with top synod supporters
Theresa Thornburgh
Director for Administration and Events
Preparing for upcoming meetings and events
Providing information and support to Grand Canyon Synod stakeholders
Performing administrative duties of the Synod Office
Brian Flatgard
Director of Communication
Sabbatical: Kyoto
Amy Birchard
Finance Administrator
Run end of month payroll 5/31/2026, review books in preparation for the close of May and begin bank accounts reconciliations for May.
