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A pastoral word to The Episcopal Church from the September 2026 gathering of the House of Bishops / Un mensaje pastoral a la Iglesia Episcopal

View this email in your browserForward this email to a friendNote: the following information is presented in English and SpanishAviso: La siguiente información se presenta en inglés y en españolA pastoral word to The Episcopal Church from the September 2026 gathering of the House of Bishops “We look for the resurrection of the deadand the life of the world to come.”— The Nicene Creed “See, I am making all things new.”— Revelation 21:5 Dear People of God:  Grace and peace to you in Jesus Christ our Lord.  Introduction The bishops of The Episcopal Church gathered from Sept. 22-28, 2026, at Camp Allen Conference Center in Navasota, […]

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All Together in One Place: A Message from ELCA Presiding Bishop Curry

Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry issues his fifth in a series of monthly messages that continue through the end of this year, titled “All Together in One Place.” Each message will share a pastoral word, rooted in Scripture, that witnesses to God’s presence today, our rich theological tradition and the social teaching that connects us. Celebrating Our Diversity Dear beloved children of God,  As a church, we collectively continue to celebrate the diversity with which God has created the world. Scripture tells us that, from the very beginning, we were made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26-27). In the book of Acts, many […]

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Beacon Newsletter of 9/18/2026

THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser.    Articles this issue…..   The Beacon Newsletter 09/11/2026From Bishop Marshall: “Storytelling, Connection, And Engagement”Across the Diocese: September 17, 2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of September 14thMonday (09/14/2026) – Holy Cross Day  Mitford Reading Group Series – 1:30 pm  Bishop’s Council – 7:00 pm    Tuesday (09/15/2026)   Faithful Living – 6:00 am   Centering Prayer (Online) – 8:00 pmWednesday (09/16/2026) – Cyprian, Bishop and Martyr at Carthage – 258; Ninian, Bishop, Missionary to Scotland – ca. 430  Fellowship Breakfast – 9:00 am  Worship Band – 11:00 am  Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pm  Hot Meals Outreach – 4:00 pm       Thursday (09/17/2026) – Hildegard, Abbess of Bingen, Renewer of the Church […]

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Across the Diocese: September 24, 2026

View as Webpage    Annual Health Insurance Enrollment for 2027Annual health insurance enrollment will take place from October 14-November 6. A letter to all plan participants with plan details, rates, and changes can be found here. Please share this with your clergy and any staff who are eligible to participate.Information on plan comparisons; general eligibility requirements; the diocesan health care policy; fact sheets for health care savings accounts and Medicare Small Payor Exceptions; vision benefits; waiver forms; and required disclosures can be found here. This year, CPG will not send hard copies of annual enrollment materials. Instead, all materials will be […]

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The Beacon Newsletter 09/11/2026

THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser.    Articles this issue…..   The Beacon Newsletter 09/03/2026Across the Diocese: September 10, 2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of September 7thMonday (09/07/2026)   Office Closed for Labor Day  Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break  Brotherhood of St. Andrew Meeting – 6:30 pm       Tuesday (09/08/2026) – The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary  Faithful Living – 6:15 am  Centering Prayer – 8:00 pm      Wednesday (09/09/2026) – Peter Claver, Priest, Missionary toColombia – 1654; Constance, Nun, and Her Companions – 1878  Worship Band – 11:00 am  Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pm                                    […]

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From Bishop Marshall: “Storytelling, Connection, And Engagement”

Storytelling, Connection, And Engagement Dear Beloved Members of the Southwestern Washington Synod, Over the coming months, you will begin to notice some changes in the way our Synod Office communicates and engages with you.Some of those changes will be visual. You will see our new synod logo and branding used more consistently across our website, e-news, social media, and other communications. But this work is about much more than a new logo, colors, or graphics. At its heart, this is about storytelling, connection, and engagement.Every week across our synod, incredible ministry is happening. Congregations are serving their neighbors, leaders are trying new […]

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Across the Diocese: September 17, 2026

 View as Webpage    Online Anti-Racism TrainingSeptember 26, 10AM – 3PMJoin Cn. Carla Robinson for our online offering of anti-racism training. All lay church leaders are highly encouraged to complete this program. This one-day training experience is based on “Seeing the Face of God in Each Other: The Antiracism Training Manual of the Episcopal Church.” You can register for thezoom session here.Save the Date – October OrdinationsOctober 3, 10:30AM, Saint Mark’s CathedralPlease join us in October for ordinations at Saint Mark’s Cathedral. All are invited to worship with us and celebrate the ordinations of new clergy. The Rt. Rev. Philip N. […]

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The Beacon Newsletter 09/03/2026

THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser.  Blueberry Bash 2026 Photo Album Articles this issue…..    SW WA Synod e-News | September 2, 2026The Beacon Newsletter 08/27/2026Across the Diocese: September 3, 2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of August 31stMonday (08/31/2026) – John Bunyan, Teacher – 1688  Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break    Tuesday (09/01/2026) – David Pendleton Oakerhater, Deacon and Missionary; – 1931   Faithful Living – 6:00 am   Centering Prayer (Online) – 8:00 pmWednesday (09/02/2026) – Nikolai Frederik Severin Grundtvig, Bishop and Renewer of the Church; – 1872; The Martyrs of Papua New Guinea – 1942  Fellowship Breakfast – 9:00 am  Worship Band – 11:00 am  Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pm       Thursday (09/03/2026)    Olympia Commons Meeting – […]

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SW WA Synod e-News | September 2, 2026

September 2, 2026Synod ResourcesAdministration, Compensation Guidelines, Constitutions, Financial, Personnel Policies, Pulpit Supply, Immigration, TransitionBoundary Training Opportunities for Rostered MinistersRound Ordination AnniversariesFrom the ELCA Office of the Secretary Rostered Leader Anniversary ReportSeptember 2026Rev. Michael Hanson45 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – September 27, 1981Thank you for your faithfulservice to the people of God! Looking Ahead!Save the Date!2027 Bishop’s ConvocationApril 25-28, 2027 | SeabeckSave the Date!2027 Synod AssemblyJune 4 & 5, 2027 | Centralia CollegeUpcoming EventsELCA Racial Justice Ministries WebinarSeptember 8 | 7pm | REGISTER HEREPLU Opening Convocation @ PLU TacomaSeptember 8 | 9:30am | LEARN MOREPeer Ministry Training @ Silverdale […]

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The Beacon Newsletter 08/27/2026

THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser.  Blueberry Bash 2026 Photo Album Articles this issue…..    Across the Diocese: August 27, 2026A Memorial Service for Betty Kutter – 08-22-2026The Beacon Newsletter 08/13/2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of August 24thMonday (08/24/2026) –  St. Bartholomew, Apostle  Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break          Tuesday (08/25/2026) – Louis, King of France; died 1270  Faithful Living – 6:15 am  Centering Prayer – 8:00 pm      Wednesday (08/26/2026)   Worship Band – 11:00 am  Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pm  Hot Meals Outreach – 4:00 pm                                   Thursday (08/27/2026) – Monica, Mother of […]

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Across the Diocese: September 3, 2026

View as Webpage    RSVP Now! – D-House BlessingSeptember 9, 2026 from 3PM – 7PMJoin us for our Open House, celebrating the completion of the recent renovations of Diocesan House, which occupies the historic Leary Mansion in Capitol Hill. The evening’s festivities will include: House Blessing at 5pmHeavy hors d’oeuvres, offering an assortment of Mediterranean delicacies (vegan and gluten free options available)Outdoor activities including lawn games and face painting (from 4-6:30pm)Guided tours offered throughout the evening (4:15, 5:45, and 6:15) We look forward to welcoming you! Please RSVP here.Exploring Discernment RetreatSeptember 12, St. Mary’s, LakewoodDo you have a big question in life […]

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Across the Diocese: August 27, 2026

View as Webpage    Reflections from the Youth Pilgrimage to Hawaii About a month ago (July 28-31), 11 youth from our Diocese and two chaperones left SeaTac airport to join 146 youth and chaperones for the Provincial VIII Youth Pilgrimage in Honolulu, HI. Pilgrims were traveling from 12 different dioceses across Province VIII, including: Arizona, California, Idaho, San Diego, Western Oregon, Spokane, Taiwan, Guam, Navajoland, Utah and Nevada. The theme of the pilgrimage was “Talk Story” which is a Hawaiian tradition of sharing stories, listening and building connections and community through lived experiences. “One of my favorite parts of the Hawaii Pilgrimage was […]

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The Beacon Newsletter 08/13/2026

THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser.  Save the date!Blueberry Bash 2026August 16th, Noon – 4 pmThe Auction Site goes live Sunday, August 9th @ noonAUCTION LINKArticles this issue…..    SW WA Synod eNews – August 12, 2026Across the Diocese – August 13, 2026The Beacon Newsletter 08/06/2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of August 10thMonday (08/10/2026) –  Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr at Rome; died 258  Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break  Bishop’s Council Meeting – 7:00 pm        Tuesday (08/11/2026) – Clare, Abbess at Assisi; died 1253  Faithful Living – 6:15 am  Centering Prayer – 8:00 pm      Wednesday (08/12/2026) –  Worship Band – 11:00 am  Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pm         […]

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SW WA Synod eNews – August 12, 2026

 August 12, 2026  Synod ResourcesAdministration, Compensation Guidelines, Constitutions, Financial, Personnel Policies, Pulpit Supply, Immigration, TransitionBoundary Training Opportunities for Rostered MinistersRound Ordination Anniversaries(source: ELCA Office of the Secretary Rostered Leader Anniversary Report)August 2026Rev. Christopher Hogstad20 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 12, 2006Rev. Robin Pizanti30 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 25, 1996Rev. David Holmquist40 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 3, 1986Rev. James Rismiller55 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 29, 1971Deacon Ronald Coen40 Years – Minister of Word and Service – August 11, 1986Thank you for your faithful […]

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The Beacon Newsletter 08/06/2026

THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser.  Save the date!Blueberry Bash 2026August 16th, Noon – 4 pmThe Auction Site goes live Sunday, August 9th @ noonAUCTION LINKArticles this issue…..    SW WA Synod eNews – August 5, 2026Blueberry Bash 2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of August 3rdMonday (08/03/2026)   Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break  Brotherhood of St. Andrews – 6:30 pmTuesday (08/04/2026)    Faithful Living – 6:00 am   Centering Prayer (Online) – 8:00 pmWednesday (08/05/2026)   Fellowship Breakfast – 9:00 am  Worship Band – 11:00 am  Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pmThursday (08/06/2026) – The Transfiguration of Our Lord   Olympia Commons Meeting – 2:30 pm   AA Meeting – 6:00 pmFriday (08/07/2026)   Clergy SabathSaturday (08/08/2026) […]

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SW WA Synod eNews – August 5, 2026

 August 5, 2026  Synod ResourcesAdministration, Compensation Guidelines, Constitutions, Financial, Personnel Policies, Pulpit Supply, Immigration, TransitionBoundary Training Opportunities for Rostered MinistersRound Ordination Anniversaries(source: ELCA Office of the Secretary Rostered Leader Anniversary Report)August 2026Rev. Christopher Hogstad20 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 12, 2006Rev. Robin Pizanti30 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 25, 1996Rev. David Holmquist40 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 3, 1986Rev. James Rismiller55 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 29, 1971Deacon Ronald Coen40 Years – Minister of Word and Service – August 11, 1986Thank you for your faithful […]

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