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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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Across the Diocese: July 23, 2026

View as Webpage    Youth Pilgrimage NewsOn July 28, 13 youth from across the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia will travel to Hawai’i for the Province VIII Talk Story Youth Pilgrimage. They will join youth from other Province VIII dioceses, including; Hawai’i, Taiwan, Utah, Navajoland, Arizona, Oregon, California, and Nevada. There will be 125 youth and 33 adults who will be part of this pilgrimage together. This pilgrimage was born out of the desire to provide youth with an alternative to the Episcopal Youth Event (EYE–a gathering that happens every three years but was canceled for 2026). Diocesan youth leaders from Province […]

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Response to Mass Shooting at Seattle Center from BishopLaBelle

   “How long, O Lord? … How long shall I have perplexity in my mind, and grief in my heart, day after day? … But I put my trust in your mercy.” Psalm 13:1,2,5Mon, Jul 27, 10:58 AMYesterday at least four people were injured, including a toddler, and three people were killed by gun violence at Seattle Center, the site of the Bite of Seattle food festival. This event is centered on enjoying tasty food, spending time with loved ones, and experiencing the delight of summers in Seattle. National news agencies picked up this story, although the mass shooting here wasn’t […]

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

Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry issues his third 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.Choosing Reconciliation Over Division in a Multifaith AmericaDear church,From its earliest days, the United States has been shaped by religious diversity. Indigenous peoples sustained diverse spiritual and religious traditions long before the nation’s founding, and successive waves of settlers, including Protestants, Catholics, Jews, Muslims, Buddhists and others, […]

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Across the Diocese: July 16, 2026

View as Webpage    This Saturday: Ordinations to the PriesthoodJuly 18, 10:30 am | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, SeattlePlease join us for this year’s priestly ordinations on July 18, at 10:30 am, at Saint Mark’s Cathedral. All are invited to worship with us and celebrate the ordinations of five new priests: Vincent Booth, Tina Francis, Elizabeth Holland, Alison Leary, and Gabriel Oakes.Clergy: Please vest if you plan to participate in the laying on of hands. The festive color is red.Wild Church in RoslynSunday July 26 at 9AMWe’re going on a Wild Church field trip to Roslyn, WA! Join members from our […]

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SW WA Synod eNews – July 22, 2026

 July 22, 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)July 2026Rev. Erik Niemi25 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – July 15, 2001Rev. Ronald Gadde60 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – July 10, 1966Thank you for your faithful service to the people of God! Upcoming Eventslinks to event info embedded if applicableAugust 2100th Anniversary – 10am @ Emanuel Lutheran Church, YelmAugust 8Sacred Soil Garden Prayer – 10am @ Shepherd’s Field, SumnerAugust 18Admin Support Zoom – 1pmAugust 18Migrant Solidarity […]

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Across the Diocese: July 2, 2026

View as Webpage    2026 NominationsDue September 21Following the Biblical task to “equip the Saints for the work of ministry” (Eph 4:12) takes a vibrant common life as a Diocese to support our common work of the Gospel making disciples. Accomplishing this mission requires people gifted by God to serve in various ways, one of which might be you reading this right now!Convention 2026 is coming up and we’re looking to fill the following roles:Diocesan Council – Be Attitudes (Clergy), Sno-Isle (Lay), Peninsula (Lay), At Large (1 Clergy and 1 Lay)Standing Committee – 1 Clergy & 1 LayCommission on Ministry […]

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SW WA Synod eNews – June 24, 2026

 June 24, 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)June 2026Rev. Louise Buckles5 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 6, 2021Rev. D. Scott Postlewait35 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 23, 1991Rev. Stephen J. Olson40 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 8, 1986Rev. Brian Stoffregen50 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 20, 1976Rev. David Steen65 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 11, 1961Rev. Donald Little65 […]

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