Prayers and Support for Pastor Brian Weinberger’s Recovery

Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa shares that Pastor Brian Weinberger has made strides in recovery from hip and knee surgeries, though a recent setback has affected his healing. His wife, Bekkah, expresses deep gratitude for the prayers and support from across the synod. A Pastor Brian Recovery Fund has been established to support the family; contributions may be sent to Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Please continue to keep Pastor Brian, Bekkah, their children, and the congregation in prayer.

Grand Canyon Synod, News, PrayersBrian FlatgardAugust 19, 2025Bethlehem Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Update on Pastor Brian Weinberger: Recovery Progress and Support Fund

Pastor Brian Weinberger of Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Mesa, continues to make steady progress in his recovery, uplifting others with his humor and hope. The Bethlehem council has established a Pastor Brian Recovery Fund to support the family during this time. Contributions can be sent to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2745 N 32nd Street, Mesa, AZ 85213, with “Pastor Brian Recovery Fund” in the memo line. Unused funds will go toward the church’s sabbatical fund. Please continue to keep Pastor Brian, his family, and the Bethlehem congregation in your prayers.

Grand Canyon Synod, News, PrayersBrian FlatgardAugust 14, 2025Bethlehem Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Prayers for Pastor Brian Weinberger and the Bethlehem Lutheran Community

Pastor Brian Weinberger was seriously injured in a car accident on Tuesday and is currently hospitalized, undergoing multiple surgeries. Please keep Pastor Brian, his wife Bekkah, their children, and the people of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa in your prayers. We invite you to read a prayer and join the synod in lifting them up in love and support.

Prayers for Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Chandler

We uplift and pray for Rev. Brian Cain and the people of Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Chandler, part of the Rio Salado Conference.

Grand Canyon Synod, Spotlight, PrayersBrian FlatgardMay 11, 2025Spirit of Joy Gilbert, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Prayers for Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church in Mesa

We uplift and pray for the people of Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference.

Grand Canyon Synod, Spotlight, PrayersBrian FlatgardApril 17, 2025Spirit of Hope Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Prayers for Our Savior’s of East Mesa Lutheran Church in Mesa and Gold Canyon

We uplift and pray for Rev. Tina Mills and the people of Our Savior’s of East Mesa Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference.

Grand Canyon Synod, Spotlight, PrayersBrian FlatgardMarch 10, 2025Our Savior's Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Prayers for Love of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa

We uplift and pray for Rev. Stephen Talmage, Rev. Nanette Christofferson and the people of Love of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference.

Prayers for Dove of Peace Lutheran Church in Tucson

We uplift and pray for Rev. Stephen Springer and the people of Dove of Peace Lutheran Church in Tucson, part of the Kino Conference.

Grand Canyon Synod, Prayers, SpotlightBrian FlatgardDecember 30, 2024First Evangelical Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Prayers for First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mesa

We uplift and pray for Rev. Luis Ochoa and the people of First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference.

Grand Canyon Synod, Prayers, SpotlightBrian FlatgardDecember 29, 2024First Evangelical Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Prayers for Crossroads Lutheran Church in San Tan Valley

We uplift and pray for Rev. Kaila Armbruster and the people of Crossroads Lutheran Church in San Tan Valley, part of the Rio Salado Conference.

Grand Canyon Synod, Prayers, SpotlightBrian FlatgardNovember 26, 2024Crossroads San Tan Valley, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Prayers for Epiphany of Christ Lutheran Church in Apache Junction

We uplift and pray for Rev. Steven Crittenden and the people of Epiphany of Christ Lutheran Church in Apache Junction, part of the Rio Salado Conference.

Grand Canyon Synod, News, SpotlightBrian FlatgardOctober 24, 2024Rio Salado Conference, Epiphany of Christ Apache JunctionComment

Prayers for Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa

We uplift and pray for Rev. Brian Weinberger and the people of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at blcmesa.org.

Grand Canyon Synod, Prayers, SpotlightBrian FlatgardSeptember 15, 2024Bethlehem Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Genesis Project Relocates to Epiphany of Christ Lutheran Church in Apache Junction

Genesis Project has moved to Epiphany of Christ Lutheran Church in Apache Junction. They continue their mission of serving the hungry and homeless with hot meals, clothing, and support at their new location.

Don't miss the final two 2024 Conference Spring Gatherings

We are excited to invite you to our annual Spring Gatherings, themed “Embody the Word.” These gatherings are not just meetings; they are opportunities for spiritual renewal, learning, and community building. Learn more here.

Cactus, Capital, Fiesta, Northeast Valley, and Rio Salado Conferences: Mar 17, 2024, 2pm at St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Phoenix

High Country Conference: Mar 23, 2024, 11 am at Christ Lutheran Church in Sedona

Don't miss the final two 2024 Conference Spring Gatherings

We are excited to invite you to our annual Spring Gatherings, themed “Embody the Word.” These gatherings are not just meetings; they are opportunities for spiritual renewal, learning, and community building. Learn more here.

Cactus, Capital, Fiesta, Northeast Valley, and Rio Salado Conferences: Mar 17, 2024, 2pm at St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Phoenix

High Country Conference: Mar 23, 2024, 11 am at Christ Lutheran Church in Sedona

Spring Gatherings Continue in Tucson and Scottsdale

The Kino Conference Spring Gathering is at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Tucson, on Saturday, Feb 3, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM (watch livestream here), and the Spring Gathering for Cactus, Capital, Fiesta, Northeast Valley and Rio Salado Conferences will be held at Living Water Lutheran on Sunday, Feb 4, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM (view the livestream here).

These gatherings are not just meetings, but an opportunity for spiritual growth, learning, and community engagement, centered on the transformative message of John 1:14. Don't miss this chance to deepen your faith and connect with your synod community.

In Memoriam: Rev. Ralph K. Livdahl

We pray for the family and friends of Rev. Ralph K. Livdahl, who died October 16, 2023. He was 99 years old when he passed. A service was held Thursday, October, 26, 2023.

Grand Canyon Synod, News, Prayers, In MemoriamBrian FlatgardOctober 26, 2023Bethlehem Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

Prayers for Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa

We pray for Rev. Brian Weinberger and the people of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at blcmesa.org, and their social media pages on Facebook and Vimeo.

Grand Canyon Synod, PrayersBrian FlatgardMarch 21, 2023Bethlehem Mesa, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

High Country Conference Spring Gathering is Mar 25, 2023

Members of all Grand Canyon Synod congregations and ministries, including active and retired leaders, are welcome to our online spring gatherings.

Our final gathering is the High Country Conference Spring Gathering: Saturday, March 25, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM at Christ Lutheran Church in Sedona.

Hymns and Hops Fest 2023

Gather at Crossroads Church (2769 Combs Rd, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140) on Sunday, March 12, 3-5pm MST for a good old-fashioned sing-along. Grab a cold one (water will be available too), and join us for a casual afternoon of music, friendship, fun for all ages and charity.

Grand Canyon Synod, NewsBrian FlatgardMarch 9, 2023Crossroads San Tan Valley, Rio Salado ConferenceComment

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