2+ day, 10+ hour ago  (204+ words) People of faith from across the Valley are invited to a free Pride Month screening of the new feature documentary Sanctuary on Friday, June 12, at 6 p. m. at Trinity Cathedral, 100 W. Roosevelt Street in downtown Phoenix. The evening begins with a free dinner…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago  (463+ words) As Lutherans, we confess that God calls us to care for creation and love our neighbors. This month, our partners at Lutherans Restoring Creation (LRC) are offering new tools, learning opportunities, and advocacy efforts to help congregations and individuals engage…...

2+ day, 14+ hour ago  (213+ words) Rev. Jeff Hackler will be installed Sunday, 7/12/2026, during the 9am worship service at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church (918 S Litchfield Rd, Goodyear, AZ. 85338). Rev. Cherlyne Beck, Grand Canyon Synod Transition Coach will preside and install. Pastor Lisa Hackler, Pastor Jeff's wife, will…...

2+ day, 15+ hour ago  (276+ words) Pivot #177: Missional Church, Whole Gospel: Beyond the Evangelism vs. Justice Debate Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA Pivot #177: Missional Church, Whole Gospel: Beyond the Evangelism vs. Justice Debate In the latest Pivot podcast, Al Tizon makes the case that reconciliation…...

2+ day, 12+ hour ago  (426+ words) The latest newsletter from the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty includes Congressional testimony by Executive Director Amanda Tyler on religious freedom and anti-Muslim rhetoric, updates on local organizing efforts, a new youth curriculum focused on neighbor love and empathy,…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago  (189+ words) Lutheran Summer Music returns to St. Olaf College for its 2026 season, June 21 July 19, featuring more than 40 free concerts, recitals, worship services, and special events free and open to the public. Highlights include the inaugural LSM Choral Gathering, guest performance by…...

2+ day, 16+ hour ago  (89+ words) Strengthening lay leadership in the global communion Applications open for climate and faith training Strengthen protection for vulnerable people on the move Venezuela: outreach program offers new model of ministry Peace Messengers: at the intersection of spirituality and social responsibility…...

2+ day, 18+ hour ago  (248+ words) As the church marks Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, the ELCA invites reflection on identity, belonging, faith, and bold witness. In a moving essay, Pastor Jill Rode'a Korean American adoptee and lifelong Lutheran'shares her journey…...

2+ day, 17+ hour ago  (172+ words) The May 2026 issue of Administration Matters offers practical guidance for congregational leaders navigating today's challenges, including property insurance questions, faithful investing through the ELCA, nonprofit financial controls, and strategies to prevent online donation scams. The issue also includes a reflection…...

3+ day, 15+ hour ago  (205+ words) Retired Pastor Naomi Barcanic is offering two musical instruments as gifts to congregations or ministries that may be able to use them for worship, teaching, rehearsals, outreach, or community music-making. The available instruments include a Yamaha Portable Grand DGX-230 / YPG…...