Read Blessed Tomorrow's April 2024 newsletter for a comprehensive look at engaging climate action events and initiatives. From celebrating the American Climate Leadership Awards to participating in the National Faith + Climate Forum, this newsletter invites you to contribute to meaningful climate advocacy and resilience efforts. Learn from leaders, join impactful webinars, and take action during Earth Month with Blessed Tomorrow.
Read MoreStay connected with the Arizona Faith Network through their latest newsletter. From meditations and educational webinars on American Christian Nationalism to initiatives for hunger and housing advocacy, as well as a significant focus on faith in elections and environmental care, there's a diverse range of opportunities to deepen your faith and contribute to the community. Strengthen your civic infrastructure, support IRC Phoenix Welcome Center, and participate in creating a just and compassionate world.
Read MoreAs part of our Creating Space for Conversations series, we share a PDF of an article by Darrell Jodock, The United States, a Chosen Nation?, from A Chosen Nation?, an issue of Word and World, Luther Seminary’s journal of theology.
Read MoreThere are at least two ways to think about the United States as a “chosen nation”: aspirational and exclusivistic. The danger of the latter, which has gained some currency, is that it assumes that America is (or was) already a divinely chosen nation whose actions are blessed by God, rather than a nation that has decided to hold itself to a higher (yet unrealized) standard. —Darrell Jodock
Get ready for the 2024 Synod Assembly by learning how your congregation can determine its number of voting members. Be sure to include new opportunities to include youth, people of color, or non-English speakers. Join us in Mesa this June for a powerful gathering of faith and fellowship.
Read MoreThank you to everyone participating in the 2024 Lenten Challenge! Your commitment enriches our community and supports ELCA World Hunger. Remember, it's never too late to join or donate. Let's continue making a difference together during this Lenten season.
Read MoreJoin us in Sedona for our final Spring Gathering of 2024 at Christ Lutheran Church, an experience of spiritual growth, community connection, and reflection amidst the beauty of Sedona. Let's explore together what it means to live out God's Word in our lives and communities. Watch the livestream on Vimeo.
Read MoreHave you ever considered seminary? Have you ever felt like God might be calling you into ministry, but you’re not sure how or where to start? Join others in discernment at Signs Along the Way, a visit weekend at Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkeley, April 5th-7th, 2024. Learn more and register at plts.edu/signs.
Read MoreSecure your spot at the 2024 Synod Assembly with early bird registration available until April 15, 2024! Don't miss this opportunity for fellowship, worship, and engaging discussions. Visitors and exhibitors are also welcome to join us for this enriching experience. Register now to be part of shaping our community's future together.
Read MoreWeek 5 of “Following the Way of Jesus: A Lenten Holy Land Journey” is Things That Make Peace with Rev. Sally Azar.
Sumud is the ELCA’s new name for our church’s engagement in accompaniment, awareness-building and advocacy for justice in Palestine and Israel. Sign up for updates about Sumud and upcoming events at: bit.ly/SumudSubscribe You can also learn more at ELCA.org/sumud.
Read MoreJoin Lutheran Social Services of Nevada for an Easter Egg Hunt and Resource Fair on March 28, 2024, offering fun and essential resources to families in need. Volunteer, partner, or donate to make a difference.
Read MorePastor Amy Janssen will be installed on Wednesday, 3/20/2024, 6:30 pm, at Tanque Verde Lutheran Church (8625 E. Tanque Verde Rd. Tucson, AZ). Bishop Hutterer will preach and preside. Clergy are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is purple. A dessert reception will follow. Livestream is available at tvlc.org/livestream.
Read MoreJoin Mountain View Lutheran Church this Good Friday for "The Way of the Cross," a meditation and prayer journey through seven stations reflecting on Jesus' path to crucifixion. This event, featuring artworks by Sieger Köder and meditations by Theo Schmidkonz, SJ, offers a deep spiritual reflection on Jesus' suffering and its relevance today. More info in this PDF.
Read MoreJoin Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center for a transformative 7-week online journey into the practice of Centering Prayer, guided by Sheri Brown. Embrace the power of stillness and union with God through silence and surrender, starting April 1st. Delve into teachings from Father Thomas Keating and discover how less is more when allowing God to work through us. Whether you're an overachiever looking to slow down or someone curious about deepening your spiritual practice, this communal experience offers a path to inner peace and a deeper sense of God’s presence.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop attends the Spring Gathering for Cactus, Capital, Fiesta, Northeast Valley and Rio Salado Conferences, Mar 17, 2024, 2:00 – 4:30 PM at St. Andrew, Phoenix. We also gather for an in person staff meeting at Prince of Peace.
Read MoreThis week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Peter Lai, who celebrates 39 years on March 16.
Rev. Martin Overson, who celebrates 45 years on March 18.
Rev. Daniel Potaznick, Office of the Bishop, Phoenix, and St. John’s, Glendale, who celebrates 1 year on March 18.
Lutherans Restoring Creation encourages the continuation of Lenten creation care practices into lifelong commitments. Upcoming events, like the Connections Call and the National Faith + Climate Forum, provide resources and community support for engaging congregations in environmental stewardship. Join the movement to sustain our love for God and Creation all year long. Read their March Good Green News here.
Read MoreWorld Water Day 2024 (March 22, 2024) emphasizes the critical need for sustainable water use and universal access to safe water under the theme “Leveraging Water for Peace.” Highlighting the challenges of water scarcity, the importance of water in preventing diseases, and the ongoing efforts for equitable water distribution, this observance calls for collective action to secure water resources for all. Read more and find resources on the Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona (LAMA) site.
Read MoreWe are honored to welcome a distinguished lineup of special guests to the 2024 Synod Assembly, each bringing a wealth of experience and insight from their respective fields of ministry, education, and service.
As we gather under the theme “Embody the Word,” our guests' diverse backgrounds and profound commitments to faith, leadership, and community will inspire and challenge us to deepen our engagement with the world around us.
Read MoreWe give thanks to the 96 rostered ministers who have submitted their reports to the Bishop, with an aspiration to exceed last year's total of 138. If you have yet to complete yours, please do so at our dedicated page, reinforcing our shared ministry's strength and vision.
Read MoreCome help us grow our church through recorded live streams, social media and by advancing our technology. This is a hybrid, part-time position allowing time in and out of the office. We are a super friendly and loving group of Lutherans. Read the job description here.
Please reply by sending resume and contact information to Christ the Lord Lutheran Church: admin@ctlcarefree.org or by mail to Christ the Lord Lutheran Church, PO Box 2539, Carefree, AZ 85377-2539.
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