Enjoy a Senegal-style dinner and drum circle with Pape Diouf and Dr. Sonja Branch at Holy Trinity in Chandler on November 21. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. with a freewill offering; drumming begins at 7 p.m. Beginners, experienced drummers, and children are welcome—$10 to play with an RSVP, free to listen. Learn more and RSVP.
Read MoreThe Grand Canyon Synod welcomes Keila and Kelian Reyes from Guadalajara, Mexico, December 7–15, 2026, strengthening our partnership with the Iglesia Luterana Mexicana. Congregations, especially in the Phoenix area, are invited to host or include these young Lutheran visitors in upcoming events. Contact Pastor Shari Bernau at pastorshari@lwlcaz.org.
Read MoreLutheran World Federation leaders met with Pope Leo XIV on Oct. 1 to discuss Christian unity and hopes for a shared commemoration of the Augsburg Confession’s 500th anniversary in 2030. Their conversation highlighted the confession’s original call for dialogue and the continuing journey toward reconciliation, shared witness and communion. Read the story in Living Lutheran.
Read MoreThank you for supporting Books for Fatick! The 2026 drive raised $6,100 for student schoolbooks and much-needed teaching supplies at Martin Luther School in Fatick, Senegal. The Global Engagement Team celebrates this generosity, with photos of students and their books coming soon.
Read MoreWhere in the world is your congregation connected? The Grand Canyon Synod Global Engagement Team invites congregations and faith communities to complete a brief 3–5 minute survey about their international ministries and outreach—and learn more about our companion church relationships in Senegal and Mexico. Please respond by September 30.
Read MoreA new study from the Lutheran World Federation examines the human realities of climate-induced displacement in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia, where droughts, floods, and other climate shocks are forcing families from their homes and livelihoods. Based on interviews and focus groups with displaced communities, the report highlights challenges including access to land, water, healthcare, education, and legal recognition—and the resilience and solidarity communities demonstrate in response.
Climate-Induced Displacement: A Human Journey calls for stronger early-warning systems, rights-based and inclusive policies, and meaningful participation by displaced people themselves. It also highlights the important role churches and faith-based organizations can play in fostering care, solidarity, resilience, and climate justice. Read the LWF report and explore its findings.
Read More‘ECOmenical’ prayer to strengthen church commitment to climate justice
Czech Republic: Building courage, resilience, and responsibility
Global Faith Unfiltered: Poetry, a tool for sharing and connecting
Study Group: Peace and Reconciliation in Times of Conflict and War, 10 - 15 Aug
Africa Lutheran Churches Leadership Consultation, 24 - 28 Aug
Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics and Management, 17 - 29 Aug
