Grand Canyon Synod Council Members

The Grand Canyon Synod Council represents all conferences of the Synod.

  • Rev. Deborah K. Hutterer, Bishop
    Executive Committee

  • Mr. Mark Myers, Vice-President
    Executive Committee,
    Colorado River Conference

  • Mr. Erik Rehms, Treasurer
    Executive Committee,
    Capital Conference

  • Rev. Stephen A. Springer, Secretary
    Executive Committee,
    Kino Conference

Youth Representative

  • Ms. Layra Siqueiros
    Kino Conference

Young Adult Representative

  • Mr. Brian Gamelin
    Fiesta Conference

Conference Representatives

  • Ms. Wendy Weiske
    Capital Conference

  • Ms. Terri Polk
    Cactus Conference

  • Mr. Ron Fraass
    Colorado River Conference

  • Rev. Christopher Heller
    Fiesta Conference

  • Ms. Lynn Davis
    High Country,
    Executive Committee

  • Mr. Bruce Rianda
    Kino Conference

  • Ms. Myrna Wells-Ulland
    Northeast Valley Conference

  • Mr. Jeffrey Michaels
    Rio Salado Conference

At-Large Representatives

  • Rev. Verónica Alvarez
    Capital Conference

  • Rev. Nanette Christofferson
    Rio Salado Conference

  • Dr. Richard Green
    Kino Conference

  • Rev. Lourdes Olson
    Colorado River Conference,
    Executive Committee

  • Ms. Jen Tremrose
    Cactus Conference

Council News

Note: Meeting minutes are posted once they are approved by the Synod Council at the next quarterly meeting. View all council news in our blog…

Council Minutes
A Year of Purpose and Partnership: Reflections from the Synod Vice President
A Year of Purpose and Partnership: Reflections from the Synod Vice President

In his first year as Vice President of the Grand Canyon Synod, synod leadership focused on four priorities: congregational vitality, Reconciling in Christ discernment, storytelling, and increasing youth participation in synod life. The report reflects on progress made, partnerships strengthened, and the shared ministry shaping the future of the synod while honoring leaders whose faithful service is deeply missed.

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In Christian Hope: Service for Roger and Kristine Bailey to Be Held January 17 at Community Lutheran in Las Vegas
In Christian Hope: Service for Roger and Kristine Bailey to Be Held January 17 at Community Lutheran in Las Vegas

With deep sadness and in Christian hope, the Grand Canyon Synod shares the news of the death of Roger Bailey and his wife, Kristine. Roger was a faithful synod leader who served on Synod Council, the Executive Committee, and numerous teams, while Kristine was deeply devoted to children’s ministry through Sunday school, children’s ministry, and Vacation Bible School.

A service celebrating their lives will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 11:00 am at Community Lutheran Church in Las Vegas. We invite prayers for their family, the congregation, the Las Vegas community, and all who grieve.

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Synod council minutes: 11/15/2025
Synod council minutes: 11/15/2025

Read the approved minutes from the synod council meeting on November 15, 2025, in PDF format.

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Synod council minutes: 9/20/2025
Synod council minutes: 9/20/2025

Read the approved minutes from the synod council meeting on September 20, 2025, in PDF format.

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Quiet, Crucial Work: Meet Consultation & Discipline Committees
Quiet, Crucial Work: Meet Consultation & Discipline Committees

Meet the people serving on our Consultation Committee and Committee on Discipline—teams that help the synod listen well, reconcile where possible, and practice accountability that protects the Gospel’s witness.

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With Gratitude: Honoring VP Barbara Carl and Outgoing Council Leaders
With Gratitude: Honoring VP Barbara Carl and Outgoing Council Leaders

We give thanks for leaders completing their service—Hannah Manazares, Taylor Welch, Roger Bailey, Janis Richert, and especially Vice President Barbara Carl, whose steady, strategic leadership guided us through seasons of change.

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New Season, Shared Calling: Meet Your Synod Council
New Season, Shared Calling: Meet Your Synod Council

Meet the 2025–2026 Synod Council—including new Vice President Mark Myers and new members Ron Fraass, Dr. Richard Green, and Bruce Rianda—as they gather for their opening retreat and begin the work entrusted to them by our Synod Assembly.

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Synod council minutes: 6/12/2025
Synod council minutes: 6/12/2025

Read the approved minutes from the synod council meeting on June 12, 2025, in PDF format.

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Meet the 2025 Nominees for Synod Vice President and Committees
Meet the 2025 Nominees for Synod Vice President and Committees

The 2025 Synod Assembly Nominees page is now live. In addition to electing our next Synod Vice President, voting members will choose leaders for the Consultation Committee and Committee on Discipline. Learn more about the nominees—including bios and reflections—online.

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Synod council minutes: 5/10/2025
Synod council minutes: 5/10/2025

Read the approved minutes from the synod council meeting on May 10, 2025, in PDF format.

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