Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Susan Sauerberg, who celebrates 29 years on July 13.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Abigail Byrd, who celebrates 34 years on July 12.
Rev. Richard Sherrill, Prince of Peace, Phoenix, who celebrates 28 years on July 12.
Rev. Steven Holm, who celebrates 56 years on July 12.
Rev. Keith Ingle, who celebrates 56 years on July 12.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Richard Staats, who celebrates 60 years on July 10.
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As summer ministry continues, Grand Canyon Synod staff are focused on congregational support, leadership development, stewardship initiatives, and preparations for a busy fall season. This week’s work includes preaching, planning, financial administration, grant development, and strengthening partnerships that support the synod’s mission across the region.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Joshua Auchenbach, Tanque Verde, Tucson, who celebrates 20 years on July 9.
Rev. Timothy Nybroten, Resurrection, Oro Valley, who celebrates 26 years on July 9.
Rev. Daniel Hodgson, who celebrates 59 years on July 9.
Rev. Jeff Hackler will be installed Sunday, 7/12/2026, during the 9am worship service at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church (918 S Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ. 85338). Rev. Cherlyne Beck, Grand Canyon Synod Transition Coach will preside and install. Pastor Lisa Hackler, Pastor Jeff’s wife, will preach.
All are welcome and will be seated as part of the congregation. No procession or robes required for clergy. Reception immediately following the service, no RSVP required.
The installation service is available at either the church YouTube channel or christgoodyear.org.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Arlyn Norris, who celebrates 51 years on July 6.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Deacon Bernice Johnson, who celebrates 67 years on July 5.
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This week, Grand Canyon Synod staff remain engaged in leadership development, stewardship planning, camp ministry, and ongoing support for congregations and ministry partners. Bishop Hutterer joins colleagues from across the church at the ELCA Rostered Ministers Gathering, while synod staff continue preparations for future ministry initiatives, events, and financial operations.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Glenn Zorb, who celebrates 47 years on July 1.
Rev. Jan Flaaten, who celebrates 53 years on July 1.
Rev. Robert Hutson Jr., who celebrates 53 years on July 1.
Rev. Robert Rod, who celebrates 53 years on July 1.
Rev. James Dew, who celebrates 36 years on July 1.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Randy Winsand, Lord of Grace, Tucson, who celebrates 13 years on June 30.
Rev. Myron Nysether, who celebrates 52 years on June 30.
Rev. John Williams, who celebrates 53 years on June 30.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Gayle Bintliff, who celebrates 25 years on June 29.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Craig Corbin, Mount Olive, Lake Havasu City, who celebrates 39 years on June 28.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. David Towers, who celebrates 50 years on June 27.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. John Geske, Mayo, Scottsdale, who celebrates 38 years on June 26.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Scott Hove, Good Samaritan, Las Vegas, Good Sam at The Lakes, Las Vegas, who celebrates 31 years on June 25.
Rev. Dennis Hagstrom, who celebrates 49 years on June 25.
Rev. Stephen J. Nelson, who celebrates 48 years on June 25.
The Grand Canyon Synod staff continues its ministry across the synod this week, with Bishop Hutterer participating in Diakonia graduation and new bishop formation, while staff members engage in leadership development, congregational visits, stewardship conversations, event planning, and ongoing support for congregations and ministry partners. Two staff members are also on sabbatical as the work of the synod continues through collaboration and shared leadership.
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Rev. Jeff Hackler will be installed Sunday, 7/12/2026, during the 9am worship service at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church (918 S Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ. 85338). Rev. Cherlyne Beck, Grand Canyon Synod Transition Coach will preside and install. Pastor Lisa Hackler, Pastor Jeff’s wife, will preach.
All are welcome and will be seated as part of the congregation. No procession or robes required for clergy. Reception immediately following the service, no RSVP required.
The installation service is available at either the church YouTube channel or christgoodyear.org.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Sarah Upham-Birdsall, who celebrates 24 years on June 22.
Rev. Matthew Dobyns, ELCA, Chicago, who celebrates 18 years on June 22.
Rev. Gary Hess, who celebrates 49 years on June 22.
Rev. Duane Peterson, who celebrates 68 years on June 22.
Rev. Andrew Schlecht, Maricopa, Maricopa, who celebrates 18 years on June 22.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Roger Thompson, who celebrates 45 years on June 21.
Rev. Joseph Carucci, who celebrates 65 years on June 21.
Rev. Terry Pletkovich, who celebrates 45 years on June 21.
Rev. John Sersland, who celebrates 45 years on June 21.
Rev. Nancy Milleville, who celebrates 46 years on June 21.
Rev. Michael Girlinghouse, LCM Canterbury, Flagstaff, who celebrates 39 years on June 21.