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World Labyrinth Day at Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center
World Labyrinth Day at Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center

World Labyrinth Day is an annual event sponsored by the Labyrinth Society as a worldwide action to “walk as one at 1” local time to create a rolling wave of peaceful energy across the globe.

On Saturday, May 1, 2021, Spirit in the Desert’s Sue Palmer will offer a 15-minute guided meditation on the hour at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm (creating the worldwide rolling wave of peace), 2:00 pm, and again at 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm to capture that sunset, evening in the desert vibe. Learn more here.

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News, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardSpirit in the Desert Retreat CenterComment
Electronic Giving for Congregations webinar
Electronic Giving for Congregations webinar

The Stewardship Team of the Grand Canyon Synod invites you to join our next webinar presentation on "Electronic Giving for Congregations,” May 25, 2021 from 7pm to 8:15pm MST/PDT. Please register here.

We will have as our guest Keith Mundy, former Program Director for Stewardship for the ELCA, who now works for Vanco. Info on Tithe.ly and giving patterns during Covid-19 will also be shared.

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News, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardStewardship, GCS Stewardship TeamComment
Bishop Hutterer: To care for creation, follow your love
Bishop Hutterer: To care for creation, follow your love

This Earth Day, I write in celebration of God’s creation. I am an early bird. I enjoy the pre-dawn quiet. I especially enjoy the emergence of birds and their song as darkness gives way to light.

By far, my favorite bird is the scarlet tanager. Their breeding ground is in the eastern United States, where I was blessed with a few glimpses of the bright and exotic red bird with black wings. I can vividly recall those moments.

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Bishop Hutterer, Letters, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardBishop Deborah K. Hutterer, Climate ChangeComment
Two weeks to register for synod assembly
Two weeks to register for synod assembly

A reminder that the May 7, 2021 deadline to register for synod assembly is approaching. Only voting members need to register. Visitors can view via Facebook live at no cost. Click here to register today!

Registration closes 5/7/2021, with no exceptions. We are strictly enforcing our registration deadline this year because of the complexity of our online voting system, training, and sending of materials.

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News, Grand Canyon SynodBrian Flatgard2021 AssemblyComment
Caring for Creation page available on gcsynod.org
Caring for Creation page available on gcsynod.org

We’re pleased to launch a dedicated page on our site to caring for creation and climate change. This new page provides an archive of resources and letters on the subject of care for creation.

Caring for God's creation is an ever-evolving topic in this world, as climate change accelerates changes and our we further understand how human’s influence on the health of our planet. View the page here.

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News, Grand Canyon Synod, Leader ResourcesBrian FlatgardClimate ChangeComment
Last call for synod assembly election nominations: Friday, 4/23/2021
Last call for synod assembly election nominations: Friday, 4/23/2021

Due to the online nature of the assembly this year, we are unable to accept nominations from the floor. The nomination window closes on Friday, 4/23/2021 for nominations of synod council members, committee members, and voting members to attend Churchwide Assembly.

Visit our nominations page to nominate yourself or someone else, and see the current list of nominees. Full photos and bios will be available soon.

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News, Grand Canyon SynodBrian Flatgard2021 AssemblyComment
GCS Diakonia program prepares for Fall Term
GCS Diakonia program prepares for Fall Term

Martin Luther himself said, "A simple layman armed with Scripture is greater than the mightiest pope without it." At Diakonia, we agree, and support GCS pastors and congregations by educating individuals on the more nuanced aspects of lay ministry.

If you or someone you know is looking for a rich, theological education, a deepened appreciation of the Bible, and clarity in forms of grace-filled service, check out this two-year program. Classes start in September, visit diakoniaaz.org for more info.

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News, Grand Canyon Synod, Leader ResourcesBrian FlatgardDiakoniaComment