About Us

The Grand Canyon Synod is one of 65 synods in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The ELCA is a church of more than 4 million members who actively participate in God’s work in the world. We believe that we are freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor.

There are approximately 89 congregations in the Grand Canyon Synod, including new mission starts. 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 Church, in St. George, Utah.

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Vision

Communities together in Christ serving the world.

Mission

Communicate the love of Christ.

Connect diverse people.

Create new ways of outreach.

Core Values

Grounded in grace of Christ, we encourage, empower, and equip our communities to:

  • proclaim Jesus from Lutheran teachings;

  • nurture passionate inclusivity;

  • live out radical hospitality;

  • work for justice and mercy, and 

  • cultivate faith-filled relationships with all ages.

Strategic plan

Communicate Jesus

Connect people

Create possibilities