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The Grand Canyon Synod is one of 65 synods in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). We believe that we are freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. The territory of this synod is the State of Arizona; the counties of Clark, Esmeralda, Lincoln, and Nye in the State of Nevada; and New Promise Lutheran
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Office of the Bishop Updates — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
2+ day, 10+ hour ago (250+ words) Bishop Hutterer at Trinity Lutheran Church for Pastor Karl Guhn’s retirement. Bishop Deborah K. Hutterer Las Vegas pastor and congregation visits Conference Dean Retreat at Spirit in the Desert Process over 600 emails received while on sabbatical Check-ins with Bishop Deborah,…...
New September Worship Resources from Augsburg Fortress — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (264+ words) ELCA Worship’s September roundup from Augsburg Fortress offers several new and timely resources for worship leaders, musicians, pastors, deacons, and lay leaders—including downloadable worship accompaniments, music for occasions outside the lectionary, pastoral care resources, and a new handbook for…...
Ordination Celebrations — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
4+ day, 7+ hour ago (107+ words) This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of: Rev. Bill Voris, who celebrates 66 years on September 11. Rev. Jill Doherty, New Promise, St. George, who celebrates 28 years on September 13. Rev. David Brandfass, Christ, Sedona, who celebrates 31 years on September 13. Rev. Daniel…...
Register by Sept. 18 for the 2026 Bishop’s Fall Gathering — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
5+ day, 7+ hour ago (492+ words) Pastors, deacons, and Synod Authorized Ministers are invited to register by Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, for the Bishop’s Fall Gathering, taking place Oct. 12–14 at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale, Arizona. Grounded in our synod theme, Rooted in God’s Story, this annual…...
Connections at Grace Lutheran in Phoenix Offers a September of Community, Music, and Welcome — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
1+ week, 3+ day ago (180+ words) Grace Lutheran Church in Phoenix invites neighbors from across the community to Connections, a weekly Monday evening gathering offering opportunities to meet one another, share experiences, and enjoy music, conversation, food, and community. Connections meets Mondays from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hope…...
Lutheran World Federation newsletter — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
1+ week, 3+ day ago (83+ words) Exploring Lutheran identity and witness A message of ‘hope in face of turmoil’ Africa Lutheran Churches Leadership Consultation24 - 28 Aug Ecumenical School on Governance, Economics and Management17 - 29 Aug Asia Church Leadership Conference10 - 15 Sep European Regions Meeting6 - 9 Oct LWF Annual Report 2025 LWF World Service Annual Report…...
Lead on Climate: Start with Worship — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
2+ week, 3+ day ago (218+ words) Blessed Tomorrow has released a new Worship + Sermon Kit designed to help faith communities connect worship, Scripture, and care for creation. The resource includes suggested Scripture passages, exegetical reflections, prayers, poems, images, children’s moment ideas, and materials that can be…...
Registration Now Open for the 2026 Bishop’s Fall Gathering — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
2+ week, 4+ day ago (553+ words) Registration is now open for the 2026 Bishop’s Fall Gathering, October 12–14 at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale. Pastors, deacons, and Synod Authorized Ministers are invited to register by Friday, September 18, 2026. Grounded in our synod theme, Rooted in God’s Story, the…...
Two New Webinars Help Leaders Prepare for the 2027 Youth Gathering — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
3+ week, 3+ day ago (118+ words) Planning is underway for the 2027 ELCA Youth Gathering, and two recorded webinars from Gathering leadership can help congregations, adult leaders and volunteers begin preparing. A Leader’s Guide to the Getting Ready Materials walks adult leaders through resources designed to help…...
Watch: Campformation 2026 Brings Faith to Life — Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA
4+ week, 2+ day ago (243+ words) Pastor David Sivecz of Grace Lutheran Church in Phoenix is giving us a glimpse of Campformation 2026 through a new video capturing the worship, friendships, outdoor adventures, and joyful community that make this longtime Grand Canyon Synod ministry so special. Watch…...