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Upcoming Events
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June 29
Farewell Vespers at Holy Trinity, Port Angeles – 4pm
July 6
Farewell Vespers at St. Andrew, Vancouver – 4pm
July 13
Farewell Vespers at St. Mark’s/Narrows, Tacoma – 4pm
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Congratulations, Bishop-Elect, the Rev. Keith Marshall!
Voting members of the Southwestern Washington Synod elected a new Bishop last Friday and Saturday, June 13 and 14, with the fifth ballot.
We give thanks to all the nominees who made themselves available in the Bishop election process. Thank you for your openness to the stirring of the Holy Spirit.
The Rev. Keith Marshall, of Enumclaw, WA, is the Bishop-Elect and will begin his call as Bishop of the Southwestern Washington Synod on August 1st. He is currently serving at Hope Lutheran Church in Enumclaw. Details about his installation will be forthcoming.
Bishop Rick Jaech is retiring and will conclude his call on July 31. Bishop Jaech has his Farewell Vespers scheduled, which will present a few more worship opportunities. Please see the schedule below.
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Assembly Lost and Found
A small straw bag with US flag was left behind at the Synod Assembly. If you think this is your bag, contact Stefanie in the Synod Office swwsynod@plu.edu or 253-535-8300 to arrange pickup. Thank you.
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Juneteenth and the Tuskegee Airmen – Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton
On Juneteenth Day, we celebrate the end of slavery and the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. But that freedom granted to all enslaved people in 1865 was short-lived. In her video, Bishop Eaton recalls the stark differences experienced by White American soldiers, like her father, and African American soldiers after World War II. “Like my father, after the war, the Tuskegee Airmen came home to start families and build a life. However, despite their sacrifices, despite wearing the same uniform and flying the same missions, they were denied the benefits of the GI Bill because they were African American. This is white supremacy. “
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FROM OUR FRIENDS AND PARTNERS
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Experience Live from LSM this July!
Join Lutheran Summer Music for our 43rd season at Valparaiso University, June 22–July 20! Can’t attend in person? Experience over 30 inspiring concerts, recitals, and worship services online through Live from LSM.
Highlights include the beloved Bach Cantata Eucharist, the Festival of Hymns, the debut Faculty Organ Recital, and Festival Week performances by the Festival Band, Orchestra, and Choir.
Explore the full schedule and tune in at LSMacademy.org/2025. All events are free and available to stream live or on demand. Don’t miss this transformative celebration of music, faith, and community!
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Worship and Music Leader – Messiah Lutheran Church, Vancouver, WA
Music Director – Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Port
Angeles
Choir Director – Peace Lutheran Church, Puyallup
Volunteer Board Members for non-profit eliseo. eliseo is a partnership with Pierce County Lutheran churches. eliseo and parent company and foundation FuturaAge are all looking for talented volunteers to serve on its Boards. Call or text 253 732 1354.
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A Synod of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
The Rev. Richard E. Jaech, Bishop
Synod Office Hours
9am – 4pm
Tuesday – Friday
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