Archive for June 22, 2013
“Go in peace, serve the Lord.”
The assembly closed with a resolution of gratitude and thanksgiving for Harold Sargeant, AIM, who is retiring after faithfully serving the synod for six years, as well as a resolution…
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“God isn’t us looking to create the church, God has called and commanded us to make disciples.” The Rev. Phil Hirsch referenced this in his report, but also jokingly called…
Read MoreIs a song better than coffee?
To break us out of our mid-morning slump, Alice Benson, Regional Gifts Planner with the ELCA Foundation, led us in a rousing ditty sung to the tune of “The Church’s…
Read MoreYoung Adult activity in synod addressed early Saturday
The morning opened at 9:35 a.m. with a prayer led by Bishop Hanson. Activities included an almost unanimous vote to refer the by-law changes to Synod Council for further discussion,…
Read MoreWhat a way to end the day
Bishop Graham re-elected! After worship and dinner, Voting Members tiredly re-assembled to hear the report of the second ballot for bishop. There was loud cheering at the announcement that Bishop…
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