Office of the Bishop Updates
As summer ministry continues, Grand Canyon Synod staff are focused on congregational support, leadership development, stewardship initiatives, and preparations for a busy fall season. This week’s work includes preaching, planning, financial administration, grant development, and strengthening partnerships that support the synod’s mission across the region.
Various meetings
Planning for Fall events
Chaplain Training with Maricopa Country for elections
Rev. Jacqueline Pagel
Bishop’s Associate for Candidacy and Faith Formation
Rev. David Pavesic
Director for Evangelical Mission (DEM)
Complete my “Coaching for Everyday Life” course.
Visit and preaching at First Evangelical- Mesa.
Working on Fall dates.
Rev. Dan Potaznick
Director of Generosity and Strategic Development
Help prepare Region 2 grant application
Mid-summer check on M&M Fund forecast and Southern Arizona sub-fund position
Continue stewardship coaching with Maricopa Lutheran
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: Saku, Morioka
Amy Birchard
Finance Administrator
Continue working on month end deliverables for the close of June 2026, run report and pull details for Mission Partner Payables and Funds Held For Others, communicate results with various congregations and process the July 15th payroll.
