Now in its sixth year, the annual One Mosaic Day celebration acknowledges the anniversary of Mosaic (July 1, 2003) and the common mission shared across the network: Mosaic is called to love and serve. The post One Mosaic Day Celebrates Unified Mission appeared first on Mosaic.
Read MoreThanks to your advocacy, Arizona’s new budget includes $3.8 million for reduced-price school meals and $2 million for Double Up Food Bucks—key programs to fight food insecurity. These one-time wins came after strong bipartisan support and faithful engagement by hunger advocates like you. Learn more and celebrate the good news—click here.
Read MoreStay connected with Arizona Faith Network this July! From interfaith meditations and voter advocacy to Bags of Hope packing events and heat relief support, AFN offers many ways to engage your faith in action. Explore gatherings, trainings, and service opportunities across the state—and invite others to get involved. Read the full update and sign up for the AFN newsletter.
Read MoreJoin Bishop Hutterer and special guests from Wartburg Theological Seminary for the 2025 Bishop’s Fall Gathering, September 29–October 1, at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale. Under the theme Life Together: Lament, Love, and Christian Hope in a Time Such as This, rostered ministers will explore faithful community amid division with Rev. Dr. Kristin Johnston Largen and Rev. Dr. S. Helen Chukka. Registration is open through September 5. Scholarships available.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop observes Independence Day and prepares for the 2025 Bishop’s Fall Gathering.
Read MoreCoaching for Spirit-Led Leadership, an online training from July 7 to September 8, equips leaders to listen deeply, ask powerful questions, and support others without taking over. With 9 live sessions and 3 coaching labs, participants will learn how to foster discernment and share ministry in a more sustainable, Spirit-led way. Cost: $375. Scholarships available. Registration now open.
Read MoreIn this second part of the Pivot podcast with sociologist Dr. Christian Smith, we explore his groundbreaking research on why traditional religion has lost its cultural relevance for post-Boomer generations.
Read MoreAlthough she was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder too late to fully benefit from treatment, MaryBeth’s family became advocates that all infants be tested for the disorder. Her family has met others who, because of the now mandatory testing, started treatments as infants to counter the effects of the disorder.
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Read MoreION’s Summer 2025 newsletter is out now! Highlights include a new vodcast partnership with Arizona prisons, expansion to Oregon prison tablets, and growing momentum in Arizona and Montana. Meet new board member Sarah Estes, celebrate Maddi Briguglio’s ASU award, and check out ION’s new book on reentry ministry for congregations. Read the full ION Summer Newsletter.
Read MoreSpirit in the Desert welcomes summer with deep cleaning, needed renovations, and a new Lock Project to improve guest safety. You’re invited to help sponsor a door for $900. Plus, explore upcoming opportunities for spiritual renewal—including devotions, prayer, book club, and retreats. Read the full update.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day. We encourage all to use the holiday as a time for rest, reflection, and renewed commitment to our call in Christ. Read more and join us in prayer.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Glenn Zorb, who celebrates 46 years on July 1.
Rev. Jan Flaaten, who celebrates 52 years on July 1.
Rev. Robert Hutson Jr., who celebrates 52 years on July 1.
Rev. Robert Rod, who celebrates 52 years on July 1.
Rev. James Dew, who celebrates 35 years on July 1.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Randy Winsand, Ascension, Scottsdale, who celebrates 12 years on June 30.
Rev. Myron Nysether, who celebrates 51 years on June 30.
Rev. William Dowling, who celebrates 65 years on June 30.
Rev. John Williams, who celebrates 52 years on June 30.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Gayle Bintliff, who celebrates 24 years on June 29.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Craig Corbin, Mount Olive, Lake Havasu City, who celebrates 38 years on June 28.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. David Towers, who celebrates 49 years on June 27.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop celebrates the 2025 Diakonia Graduation in Tucson (and also online), Jun 28, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. We also take some respite after assembly.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. John Geske, Mayo, Scottsdale, who celebrates 37 years on June 26.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Scott Hove, Good Samaritan, Las Vegas, Good Sam at The Lakes, Las Vegas, who celebrates 30 years on June 25.
Rev. Paul Overvold, who celebrates 47 years on June 25.
Rev. Dennis Hagstrom, who celebrates 48 years on June 25.
Rev. Stephen J. Nelson, who celebrates 47 years on June 25.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Glenn Zimbelman, who celebrates 41 years on June 24.
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