Office of the Bishop Updates
As summer transitions toward fall, Grand Canyon Synod staff are focused on planning, ministry support, stewardship development, and financial oversight. This week also marks the return of Communications Director Brian Flatgard from sabbatical, bringing renewed energy and gratitude as the synod prepares for the season ahead.
Various meetings
Rev. Jacqueline Pagel
Bishop’s Associate for Candidacy and Faith Formation
Rev. David Pavesic
Director for Evangelical Mission (DEM)
Working with ELCA Churchwide Innovation Team during their visit.
Preach at Desert Hills- Green Valley.
Work on future evangelism focused events.
Rev. Dan Potaznick
Director of Generosity and Strategic Development
Q3 financial review of M&M Fund and sub-fund balances
Research and identify next round of strategic grant opportunities
Outline Giving Tuesday campaign assets (email series, social copy, video plan)
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
Return full of gratitude and rest from sabbatical
Enjoy the gifts of God’s abundance as I open my email Monday morning
Catch up on news and project management
Amy Birchard
Finance Administrator
Review books in preparation for the close of July and begin bank accounts reconciliations for July.
