We, the members of the Conference of Bishops of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, speak with one voice to condemn the hateful, deceptive, violent speech that has too readily found a place in our national discourse. We lament the ways this language has led to hate-fueled action.
We refuse to accept the ongoing normalization of lies and deceit.
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The Office of the Bishop gathers for an in-person staff meeting, and celebrates Tanque Verde Lutheran Church Marking their 50th Anniversary, Sep 29, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
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The Office of the Bishop staff attends the Synod Council Retreat, and travels for work and vacation.
We also share photos from the Ordination of Daniel Volkmann in Shiner, Texas, on Sep 13, 2024, and the Installation of Rev. Doug Dill at Mountain View Lutheran, on Sep 15, 2024.
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The Office of the Bishop celebrates the Ordination of Daniel Volkmann in Shiner, Texas, on Sep 13, 2024, and the Installation of Rev. Doug Dill at Mountain View Lutheran, Sep 15, 2024, 10:30 AM.
We also share photos from the Installation of Julie Gerrish at Christ Lutheran in Sedona, Prayer Vigils for Peace During the 2024 Election Season in Paradise Valley and the Annual Conference for ELCA Chinese Pastors and Lay Leaders.
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The Office of the Bishop staff attends the Installation of Julie Gerrish at Christ Lutheran in Sedona, Sep 8, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM, as well as Prayer Vigils for Peace During the 2024 Election Season with UCC, Disciples of Christ, Methodist, Presbyterian, Episcopal, and ELCA at Franciscan Renewal Center, Monday, September 9, 4:45 pm.
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Last chance to register for the Bishop’s Fall Gathering! Join us from October 21-23, 2024, at Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center for a time of worship, fellowship, and renewal. Register by September 13 to secure your spot.
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The Office of the Bishop staff prepares to enter a busy September full of events.
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The Office of the Bishop staff spent a morning volunteering at the West Valley Lutheran Thrift Shop on August 13, 2024. Our team was inspired by the dedication and community spirit of the shop’s 350+ volunteers, who have helped raise over $10 million for ELCA missions and local non-profits, including our office. The experience deepened our appreciation for this vital ministry, and we look forward to returning soon to continue supporting their incredible work.
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Members of the Office of the Bishop celebrate the Ordination of Julie Gerrish at Esperanza on Aug 24, 2024 at 11 am and work on day to day operation.
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The Office of the Bishop travels for work and vacation, and keeps the day-to-day and week-to-week operations flowing.
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The Office of the Bishop spends a day volunteering with staff at West Valley Lutheran Thrift Store this week, as well as regularly scheduled activities.
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The Office of the Bishop implements ideas and strategies from our in-person staff meeting and travels for work and vacation.
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The Office of the Bishop returns from the ELCA Youth Gathering & Young Adult Gathering, and gathers for an in-person staff meeting and celebration of Pastor Jim Dew’s year as Interim Director for Evangelical Mission. We also share photos from the Ordination and Installation of Louis Liss.
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Some members of the Office of the Bishop are in New Orleans for the ELCA Youth Gathering & Young Adult Gathering, while others maintain office operations, all with the goal of connecting people.
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Some members of the Office of the Bishop travel to New Orleans for MYLE & the tAble, July 13-16; and the ELCA Youth Gathering & Young Adult Gathering. We also begin preparations for our Fall Gathering.
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The Office of the Bishop picks up projects after our assembly wrap-up, and travels for meetings and preaching.
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The Office of the Bishop travels for meetings, the youth gathering and vacations. We also attend our synod assembly wrap-up meeting and complete that work in preparation for next year. And we share a photo of the Bishop’s visit to Campformation.
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We thank everyone who helped us with our Grand Canyon Synod Assembly. The Office of the Bishop takes the next few weeks to put our house back in order and prepare to create new possibilities.
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The Rev. Deborah K. Hutterer was reelected June 14 to serve a six-year term as bishop of the Grand Canyon Synod. Information about the Grand Canyon Synod is available at gcsynod.org.
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Bishop Deborah Hutterer has been reelected at the 2024 Grand Canyon Synod Assembly, with 201 votes affirming her leadership out of 267 legal votes. We thank all participants, including Deacon John Weit from the ELCA and our hosts at Love of Christ in Mesa, for their support and dedication. Bishop Hutterer’s vision continues to guide us into a future filled with faith and community action. Full results of the bishop election ballot can be found here.
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