Love of Christ in Mesa seeks a Coordinator of Faith Formation among Families with Young Children. Part-time, five hours per week. Contact the church to apply. View the job description in this post or this PDF.
Read MoreWe invite you to a presentation on the Anchor Church model on Tuesday 1/11/2022, 7pm MST, 6pm PST, with Pastor Charles Newman of Crossroads in San Tan Valley. Anchor Church is a grassroots movement within the ELCA where leaders accompany leaders toward cultural transformation within congregations. Register for the Zoom meeting here.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Brian Cain and the people of Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Gilbert, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at spiritofjoygilbert.org, and their social media pages on Facebook and YouTube.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Steven Crittenden and the people of Epiphany of Christ Lutheran Church in Apache Junction, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at epiphanyofchristlutheran.org, and their social media pages on Facebook and YouTube.
Read MoreThe Station Coffee Company, launched by Crossroads Church in San Tan Valley, is now open Monday-Saturday, 6am-3pm, 130 N. Main Street in Florence, AZ. During October, receive 10% off your coffee order with the code “ELCA.” Join Crossroads and the synod at the ribbon cutting ceremony on October 22, 2021, at 2:30pm.
Pastor Charles Newman from Crossroads says, "The Station Coffee Company is a premiere coffee shop and event space that draws on the Town of Florence’s historic past while creating a thriving future."
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Tony Scheer and the people of Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at spiritofhopelutheran.com, and their social media pages on Facebook and YouTube.
Read MoreBethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa (Rio Salado Conference) requests your prayers and presence with them for a service of Holy Communion and The Order of Installation for Rev. Brian Weinberger on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at 3 pm. Find them at blcmesa.org and 2745 N 32nd St., Mesa, AZ 85213.
Bishop Hutterer will be present. Clergy and Rostered Leaders are invited to vest; the color of the day is green. View PDF invitation.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, Bethlehem is following the recommendations of our Synod and the CDC. We ask that all worshippers wear masks and maintain recommended social distancing before, during, and after worship. Thank you for your support and understanding.
Read MoreJoin us in a prayer of thanksgiving as our synod celebrates the installation of four pastors in the month of October.
Ever-living God, strengthen and sustain Rev. Brian Weinberger, Rev. Sandy Jones, and Rev. Ryan Hersch, that with patience and understanding they may love and care for your people. Grant that together they may follow in the way of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Read MoreThe Hymns & Hops Fest (The Sounds of Summer, Sunday, 9/12/2021, 3-6pm MST/PDT, at Crossroads Lutheran Church in San Tan Valley) brings people together to raise our glasses, raise our voices and raise support to special causes in our community.
Bring your friends and help make life better by supporting a great cause. $5/beer suggested donation. Beer from Insurgent Brewing Company. The proceeds will go to support Hope Women's Center in Coolidge, AZ.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop continues to work behind the scenes on the details and administration of our synod, as well as engaging in conversations with leaders about our future. And getting in a few breaks and hikes.
View all the details for each team member in this post.
Read MoreFor the past few years, each newsletter shows what our team is doing in that week, with three bullet points for each person. We’re expanding this section, continuing with summaries for each person, but providing opportunities for expansion on their week if they desire. We hope this provides you with more insight into your synod.
We have an upcoming Grand Canyon Synod Council meeting, and Bishop Hutterer and Pastor Jacqui are traveling to House of Prayer and NELM in Rock Point. Pastor Miguel meets with First Evangelical Lutheran council in Mesa. View all the details for each team member in this post.
Read MoreWendy Sontag, with Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church in Mesa, writes to share the good news of their Seniors Rock ministry, which meets every Thursday for a variety of activities.
Read more in this post, and be sure to share your ministry story with us.
Read MoreOur Savior's Lutheran in Mesa is looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee all building-related activities. Contact info@oslcaz.org to apply.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. John Schaumburg and the people of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at blcmesa.org, and their social media pages on Facebook and Vimeo.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. William Rindy, Rev. Tina Mills and the people of Our Savior’s of East Mesa Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at oslcaz.org, and their Facebook page.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Dana Reardon and the people of First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at firstevlutheran.com, and their Facebook page.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Charles Newman and the people of Crossroads Lutheran Church in San Tan Valley, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at iamcrossroads.org, and their social media pages on Facebook and YouTube.
Read MoreMaximizing Social Media for Congregations, presented by Pastor Charles Newman and Melanie Moscicki of Crossroads Lutheran in San Tan Valley, is available for viewing on Vimeo or in this post. You can also view the Powerpoint presentation file.
We are grateful for the real-world expertise from the leaders at Crossroads, who are continually refining their digital presence.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Stephen Talmage, Rev. Nanette Christofferson and the people of Love of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at loveofchristchurch.net, and their Facebook page.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Brian Cain and the people of Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Gilbert, part of the Rio Salado Conference. Visit their site at spiritofjoygilbert.org, and their Youtube page.
Read More