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Prayer of the Day
Sovereign God, you turn your greatness into goodness for all the peoples on earth. Shape us into willing servants of your kingdom, and make us desire always and only your will, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
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ELCA World Hunger resources for Advent 2024 and Lent 2025 are now available. This year’s theme is “Humming With the Word”. Free versions are available at ELCA.org/hunger/resources.
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Upcoming Events
links to event info embedded if applicable
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The 2025 Synod Compensation Guidelines are now available. You can view and download the document HERE:
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SynodYouthDay
Following the momentum of the ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans, the synod’s First Third of Life Team is putting on the first Synod Youth Day, and all youth in 7th-12th grade are invited!
The Synod Youth Day will be held at The Lutheran Church of The Good Shepherd in Olympia, WA on November 23 from 10 am – 2 pm. There is no cost for this event, and you can register (either by youth or as a whole church) at this link.
The Synod Youth Day is designed to promote fun, fellowship, and lasting relationships between the youth of the Southwestern Washington Synod. Its primary intention is to give youth from across the region the experience of abundance in a church setting, where the space is set for them and they will experience a critical mass of their peers who are curious about the role the church can play in their lives. There will be Games, Lunch, Small Groups led by the Synod Hunger Team, and a PNW-Style worship led by other youth.
Send any questions you have to Pastor Bergen Eickhoff at bergen@gsolympia.org. We hope you will join the youth of the synod for a fantastic first Synod Youth Day!
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There is a new Remittance Form available for your Congregation’s Mission Support. You can view and download the form HERE!
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The Church and Civic Politics
If you missed this Zoom event on September 19, you have a chance to watch a recording of it.
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1st Third of Life leaders retreatsponsored by the SWWA Synod 1st Third of Life Ministry Team
Thursday November 14-Saturday November 16 at Sursum Corda Retreat Center, Copalis Beach WA. This will be a time for rest, renewal, worship, networking and conversation led by Pr. Molly Knutson-Keller on Friday, November 15. Pr. Molly will lead us through a session on Self-Awareness and embodiment. We will spend some time exploring body, mind, heart and spirit as we lead in ministry, life and where do you go or what do you lead with in times of stress, uncertainty, anxiety, etc.
This retreat is geared towards those who work in 1st Third of Life Faith Formation leaders(children, youth and young adult ministry). The Registration link for the fall 2024 1st Third of Life leaders retreat is up and ready to go! Click here: https://forms.gle/M3bYiwWJjEBSSVsAA Spaces are limited to 15-17 people. Thanks to a SWWA Wellness Grant we are able to keep the cost down–however if you need additional assistance or have questions about this retreat, please contact Ingelaurie Lisher at ingelaurie@smlutheran.org
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For Worship Resources for the Anniversary of the Ongoing War in the Middle East, click HERE!
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For Worship Resources for a National Election, click HERE!
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Civic Engagement and Lovingkindness
In anticipation of Election Day in the United States, Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton reminds us that “civic engagement through political and nonpolitical processes is how we live into our baptism and share Christ’s love as we work to make a difference in our communities and strive for justice and peace across the globe.”
Civic engagement and lovingkindness | Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton | Sept. 17, 2024
YouTube: https://youtu.be/0i3WDhHKjHY
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FROM OUR FRIENDS AND PARTNERS
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Listening with the Spirit (LWS) 2025-2027 at The Priory Spirituality Center
Applications interviews are being received for a two-year certificate program in formation of spiritual directors; interviews start in January through April 2025.
The online LWS program runs from October 2025 through April of 2027.
Read Overview, fill out Application form, then call Sr. Lucy Wynkoop at 360-438-1771 OR email at lucywynkoop@gmail.com to schedule interview with Sister Monika Ellis, Dr. Mary Pandiani, and Sister Lucy Wynkoop.
For further information see the link: https://stplacid.org/long-term-programs/
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FAN Says No to Initiatives: Immanuel Presbyterian Church, Tacoma Educational Forum
Tuesday, October 22, 7:00 pm
Immanuel Presbyterian Church,Tacoma:
901 N J St. Tacoma, WA 98403
Four state initiatives on our ballots in November will devastate Washington K-12 education, early learning, a sustainable environment, healthy communities, and long-term care. Find out how on Tuesday October 22nd at 7:00 pm in Immanuel Presbyterian’s Fireside Room. Come listen and learn from Kristin Ang, Faith Action Network’s Policy Engagement Director. Immanuel is located at 901 N. J Street in Tacoma. Go to the parking lot in the rear and enter the church building there or use our accessible entrance off of 9th Street. Proceed to the Fireside Room. Event will conclude shortly after 8:00 pm.
Register Here
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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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