This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Brian Weinberger, Bethlehem, Mesa, who celebrates 16 years on November 29.
Rev. Naomi Hartman, Church of the Foothills, Tucson, who celebrates 15 years on November 29.
Deacon April Boyden, who celebrates 35 years on December 1.
Rev. Lars Hammar, Lord of Grace, Tucson, who celebrates 25 years on December 5.
Rev. Joshua Pontious, Community of Grace, Peoria, who celebrates 3 years on December 5.
We uplift and pray for Rev. Brian Ward, Rev. Benjamin Bergren and the people of Community Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, part of the Colorado River Conference.
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The Office of the Bishop begins 2025 synod assembly planning, visits global companion synods, does year-end preparations, balances books, and gives thanks.
We also share photos from the recent LAMA retreat, First Call Theological Accompaniment, and the Installation of Rev. Anna Rieke at Christ the Lord in Carefree.
Read MoreFor elected officials in the United States during the transition of power…
For an end to violence and armed conflict in the world, especially in Ukraine, Gaza, and Lebanon, and Haiti…
For Gisele Pelicot and all survivors of sexual assault…
For those working for more democratic governments in the world, especially the Hong Kong 47…
For the Maori people and all indigenous peoples fighting for their rights…
For severe weather threats in the Pacific Northwest…
For all who fight against racism, anti-semitism, gender bias, and all forms of inequity and discrimination…
For the reign of Christ to prevail, that God’s kingdom come and will be done on earth as in heaven…
This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. Leonard Hoffmann, who celebrates 49 years on November 23.
Rev. Mari Larson, St. Andrew, Las Vegas, who celebrates 28 years on November 23.
We uplift and pray for Rev. Anna Rieke and the people of Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Carefree, part of the Northeast Valley Conference.
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For ongoing wars in Gaza, Ukraine, Lebanon, and for an end to the violence…
For the nation of Haiti in the midst of rising violence…
For the families of those killed in Zhuhai China…
For those affected by wildfires on both the east and west coasts of the United States…
For Tuskegee University and those affected by the shooting on campus…
For vision, integrity, and humility for all elected leaders…
For collaboration and dedication to the common good in our national politics…
The Office of the Bishop attends retreats, works with candidacy, and schedules visits for 2025.
We also share photos from the Installation of Rev. Lisa Hackler at American Lutheran in Sun City as well as Rev. David Pavesic at the welcoming blessing service at the DEM Fall Gathering.
Read MoreThis week we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Carl Sirotzki, Mount Cross, Payson, who celebrates 9 years on November 21.
Read MoreWe uplift and pray for Rev. Charles Newman and the people of King of Glory Lutheran Church in Tempe, part of the Fiesta Conference.
Read MoreWe uplift and pray for The Rev. Kerry Neuhardt and the people of Church of Our Saviour in Lakeside, part of the High Country Conference.
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We also share photos from the Bishop’s visit to Gloria de Cristo, Yuma, whose quilting ministry creates and shares over 600 quilts a year.
Read MoreFor ongoing wars in Gaza, Ukraine, Lebanon, and an end to the violence…
For elections in the United States and a peaceful transfer of power…
For all elected officials as they serve well in their respective positions…
For all of those working to rebuild after natural disasters, especially Hurricanes Helene and Milton…
For the safety of those in the path of Tropical Storm Rafael…
For victims of flooding in Spain, and for those working to rebuild and repair…
For the family of Andre Hill and all those affected by police violence…
For all those affected by gun violence, especially in Austin, TX…
This week we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of:
Rev. R. Stewart McDonald, who celebrates 38 years on November 12.
Rev. Ruby Myers, who celebrates 3 years on November 13.
Rev. David Krueger, who celebrates 48 years on November 14.
We uplift and pray for Rev. Phillip Shuart, Rev. Mari Larson and the people of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, part of the Colorado River Conference.
Read MoreWe uplift and pray for Rev. Mary Louise Frenchman, Vicar Wanda Frenchman and the people of Native American Urban Ministry in Phoenix, part of the Capital Conference.
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