This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Janet Richardson, who celebrates 37 years on August 6.
Rev. Richard Peterson, who celebrates 33 years on August 8.
Rev. John Hoelter, who celebrates 59 years on August 9.
Rev. Wyatt Linde, Resurrection, Oro Valley, who celebrates 3 years on August 9.
Rev. Joseph Dillon, who celebrates 50 years on August 10.
Rev. Paul Campbell, who celebrates 47 years on August 12.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Kevin Anderson, Spirit of Hope, Mesa, who celebrates 1 year on August 4.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Thomas McFarland, who celebrates 40 years on August 3.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Sharon Brown, who celebrates 13 years on August 2.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Rebecca Boardman, who celebrates 22 years on July 31.
Rev. James Schubert, who celebrates 36 years on July 31.
While Bishop Hutterer is on vacation, Grand Canyon Synod staff continue supporting congregations, strengthening ministry partnerships, and preparing for future initiatives. This week’s work includes ministry reviews, stewardship development, event planning, website improvements, and the completion of key financial reporting for the synod.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Tony Scheer, who celebrates 26 years on July 30.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Matthew Wiswall, who celebrates 36 years on July 29.
Rev. Mateo Chavez, San Juan Bautista, Tucson, who celebrates 8 years on July 29.
Rev. Susan Schubert, who celebrates 36 years on July 29.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Gary McCluskey, who celebrates 46 years on July 27.
Rev. David Pavesic, Office of the Bishop, Phoenix, who celebrates 24 years on July 27.
Rev. Denise Edwards, who celebrates 24 years on July 27.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Marta Poling Schmitt, who celebrates 39 years on July 26.
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Rev. Jeffery Gallen, Beautiful Savior, Tucson, who celebrates 44 years on July 25.
Rev. Matthew Metevelis, Nathan Adelson Hospice, Las Vegas, who celebrates 16 years on July 25.
Rev. David Tiede, who celebrates 55 years on July 25.
Rev. Louis Liss, Mount Zion, Tucson, who celebrates 2 years on July 25.
Rev. Carol Karres, who celebrates 22 years on July 25.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Robert Jones, Santa Cruz, Tucson, who celebrates 43 years on July 24.
Rev. Craig Larson, Desert Hills, Green Valley, who celebrates 38 years on July 24.
This week’s LAMA newsletter highlights opportunities for Lutherans to engage Congress during the August recess, serve neighbors facing heat and homelessness, strengthen hunger ministries, and advocate for health care and immigration justice. Read the full newsletter for upcoming events, action alerts, and resources for advocacy across the synod.
Read MoreAs summer continues, Grand Canyon Synod staff remain engaged in worship, planning, administration, and preparation for the months ahead. Alongside ongoing ministry responsibilities, staff are also taking time for family, renewal, and relationships that sustain faithful leadership and service.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Janice Brosen, who celebrates 42 years on July 22.
Rev. Paul Scheitlin, who celebrates 47 years on July 22.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Dennis D. Nelson, who celebrates 52 years on July 21.
Rev. Harold Kriesel, who celebrates 58 years on July 21.
Rev. Richard Miller, who celebrates 58 years on July 21.
Rev. Doug Heskin, who celebrates 58 years on July 21.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Joaquin Garcia, Vida Nueva, Glendale, Pan de Vida, El Mirage, who celebrates 43 years on July 20.
Read MoreToday we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Alan Field, who celebrates 41 years on July 18.
Rev. Amy Janssen, Tanque Verde, Tucson, who celebrates 6 years on July 18.
Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Timothy Brown, who celebrates 32 years on July 17.
Read MoreGrand Canyon Synod staff continue their work of leadership, planning, stewardship, and administration this week. From conference leadership meetings and worship with congregations to churchwide collaboration, donor engagement, and financial operations, staff remain focused on supporting the mission and ministries of the synod.
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