Synod Snapshots from this Week! |
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Introducing the Rev. Katie Holeman, newest Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Pastor in the Sierra Pacific Synod! Rev. Katie was Ordained Saturday afternoon at St. John's Lutheran Church in Sacramento, CA with her supportive community of family, friends, Pastors and congregants. Rev. Katie serves as Assistant Priest of St Michael’s Episcopal in Carmichael, CA. Congratulations, Rev. Katie! |
| Both Rev. Tita Valeriano and Synod Vice President Gail Kiyomura joined Faith Lutheran Church in Castro Valley, CA for worship yesterday morning! Thank you to Rev. Barbara Foltin and the Faith community for the warm welcome. Rev. Tita had the pleasure of preaching while Gail served as the pianist for the morning! |
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| | Did you know that Synod Vice President Gail Kiyomura is a talented pianist? If your congregation is ever in need of a substitute pianist, we encourage you to reach out to Gail - and yes, she will travel to you! |
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Upcoming Synod Wide Events/Livestreams |
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Check out our upcoming Synod-Wide Events here. |
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Pentecost Pre-Recorded Sermon Recorded Sermon for Sunday, June 5th Available for download May 23rd |
| Meet the Staff: JJ Godwin Thursday, May 12th at 4:00pm PT |
| Assembly Trainings & Hearings Throughout May |
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Special Events at Synod Assembly Registration closes May 15, 2022 |
| Meet Pr. Christian Chavarría! Friday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 5th Sparks, NV and Concord, CA |
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| Bishop's Book Club: "After Trauma" by Ali W. Rothrock
Last week, Bishop Megan Rohrer and Catherine Slabaugh sat down with Author Ali W. Rothrock to discuss her new book, "After Trauma: Lessons on Overcoming from a First Responder Turned Crisis Counselor".
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Updates and Resources from ELCA Churchwide & Beyond |
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| Virtual Lutheran Lobby Day with the Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California Wednesday, May 18th 9:00am-4:00pm
Our friends at the Lutheran Office of Public Policy - California just launched registration for the Virtual Lutheran Lobby Day! Happening on Wednesday, May 18th from 9:00am-4:00pm, this Lobby Day will feature a Keynote Speaker, Workshops, and more.
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Mental Health Awareness Message from Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton
"May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Bishop Eaton reminds us that caring for our mental health is not a sign of weakness, it’s a sign of courage, faithfulness and hope."
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| Memorial Day Work Weekend May 27-30, 2022 at Mt. Cross Ministries, Santa Cruz
"Save the dates and plan to volunteer at Mt. Cross for a weekend of service and fellowship! Service projects include but are not limited to site maintenance, packing school kits for Lutheran World Relief, and lower Jensen renovation.
Enjoy a campfire, s'mores, worship, and a BBQ lunch while giving back to the place you love! Mt. Cross needs your help to get camp ready before summer staff arrive on May 30. Contact adam@mtcross.org for more information regarding service projects, meal/lodging logistics, and arrival time." |
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Bishop's Wednesday Livestream Prayer
Every Wednesday, Bishop Megan (or a member of the Synod Staff) goes live on Facebook and YouTube for a time of prayer as a community.
We invite you to join us for prayer every Wednesday at 6:00pm! Public prayers can be lifted up in the comments, and private prayers can be messaged directly to Bishop Megan.
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Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer Bishop Sierra Pacific Synod bprohrer@spselca.org
JJ Godwin Executive Assistant to the Bishop jj@spselca.org
Diana Barrios Director of Finance, Systems and Administration diana@spselca.org
Rev. Hazel Salazar-Davidson Assistant to the Bishop for Authentic Diversity, Inclusive Community & Service hazel@spselca.org |
| Rev. Manda Truchinski Assistant to the Bishop for Leadership & Strategic Organization manda@spselca.org
Rev. Tita Valeriano Director for Evangelical Mission and Assistant to the Bishop titav@spselca.org
Catherine Slabaugh Communications & Connections Coordinator catherine@spselca.org |
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| The Sierra Pacific Synod Office resides on the unceded land of the Ramaytush Ohlone People. To learn more about their tribal history, we encourage you to click here. |
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