Weekly Update 
 
  NW Washington Synod 
  August 22, 2016
  More details at www.lutheransnw.org/calendar 



Announcements

    
Gulf Coast Area Flooding Help
Your gifts are needed to help respond to the  Gulf Coast flooding. Gifts through Lutheran Disaster Response will bring God's hope, healing and refuge to those who are affected by these devastating floods. Lutheran Disaster Response coordinators are actively present, collaborating with local community leaders and officials to begin planning the proper responses, particularly the long-term recovery efforts. We will respond and walk with survivors in the days, weeks, months and years ahead, for as long as we are needed. These gifts will be used (100 percent) until the response is complete to help disaster survivors recover and rebuild their lives.  Your generous offerings of prayer and financial support will help address the many needs, especially the long-term recovery efforts of those affected. http://www.elca.org/Our-Work/Relief-and-Development/Lutheran-Disaster-Response/Our-Impact/Gulf-Coast-Flooding

Family Systems Class
Ministry Leader Concepts is offering a six-session class during 2016-2017 on family systems theory. Classes will be held at St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral in Seattle. There are a few spots remaining - get registered ASAP! More information is available at: http://www.ministryleadershipconcepts.com/

Wheat Ridge Ministries Awards $30,000 in Emerging Leader Grants
Wheat Ridge Ministries recently awarded five Emerging Leader Grants totaling $30,000. Emerging Leader grants are offered at $5,000 for one year or $10,000 over two years for a human care ministry project led by young adult leaders in the Lutheran community. In addition to the grant, participants also receive additional funds for capacity building or professional development expenses; an invitation to attend an annual convening of young adult leaders, hosted and paid for by Wheat Ridge Ministries; professional program development consultation from Wheat Ridge staff; and promotion and networking within the Wheat Ridge community. Proposals for the Emerging Leader Grant Program are accepted year-round with grants awarded quarterly. The next deadline is August 31, 2016 with grants awarded in October. For more information regarding grant requests, please visit the website at: www.wheatridge.org/emergingleadergrants.  

Awake Breakfast - Foster Care in Snohomish County Conversation 
Tuesday, September 20, 9am-10:30am at New Life Church, Everett
Register for this Snohomish County event to gather churches around the issue of foster care. Learn about simple ways your church can engage and bring your ideas and ways you are already supporting foster kids and families with other church leaders. Local organizations will be on-hand for you to connect with and to make sure you have the resources you need. See more info/register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/awake-breakfast-tickets-26688822988

Congratulations to Sister Liz Colver
Sister Liz was elected to the Board of Directors for the Deaconess Community of the ELCA/ELCIC earlier this week! Curious about what being called to serve as a Deaconess is all about? Contact Sister Liz or read more here: http://deaconesscommunity.org/

Upright Piano Available

A Seattle-area piano is free to a good home! Contact the synod office if you are interested: office@lutheransnw.org or 206-783-9292 - we'll put you in touch directly with the owner. Please respond this week if interested!

Videos from the Churchwide Assembly
There are a variety of great videos from the Churchwide assembly, including videos about Young Adults in Global Mission, Where Does My Offering Go? and more! Check them out here: http://www.elca.org/cwa-2016/media.aspx

Do you know a student who is attending college this fall?
Connect them with Lutheran Campus Ministry! Each ministry is different, but we are joined by a commitment to building community, deepening faith, expanding minds and inspiring service. There are Lutheran Campus Ministry sites at many of our nation's college's and universities -- including most of our regional state schools. To learn more about Lutheran Campus Ministry at the University of Washington (and to connect student), head to www.uwlutherans.org , for Western Washington, head to www.lutherancampusministrywwu.com , and for a directory of other Lutheran Campus Ministries across the United States, head to  http://lumin-networkreferral.org/student-referrals . We are your ministry to college students -- help us connect today!

New Ebook and Video Course
Pastor Dan Peterson is offering a free ebook on his new website, www.revdanpeterson.com. The ebook is titled  Did Jesus Really Die for Your Sins? For those interested, a video course suitable for adult forums on the same topic can be purchased on the site as well. Peterson, who taught theology for eleven years at Pacific Lutheran University and Seattle University, started the site for people of faith who have theological questions, as well as seekers. More ebooks and video courses are planned for the coming year.

Employment Opportunities 
Be sure to check out the listing of job openings around the synod - there are a bunch! There are positions in the areas of childcare, administration, volunteer coordination, fellowship planning, custodial work, counseling, youth ministry, music ministry. and working with those who are experiencing homelessness. Click here for details: www.lutheransnw.org/employment-opportunities
Upcoming & New Events
 These are the events coming up in the few weeks
 AND events recently added to the synod calendar!
 For more events & information, please see the online
 synod calendar: www.lutheransnw.org/calendar
          

Totem Pole Journey
Thursday, August 25 at St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle
3pm-  Gather and smudge; 4-6pm Ceremony; 6-7:30pm Celebration
Join tribal members, people of faith, civic leaders, activists, Earth Ministry, and community members who support equitable climate action. All are welcome! The Totem Pole Journey brings us together as we continue to hold the Thin Green Line against fossil fuel projects in the Northwest.  
 
Ordination of Daniel Heim
Sunday, August 28 in Chicago
We welcome Dan to our synod as the new mission developer-pastor at Faith, North Lakewood/Marysville Parallel Ministry. May God bless this new ministry partnership!

Installation of Pastor Marc Hander
Sunday, August 28 at 3pm at Salem, Mount Vernon
We give thanks for this new ministry partnership! 

An Evening with Supreme Court Justice Mary Yu

Sunday, August 28, 6:30p at St. Luke's, Bellevue 
The evening will begin with a presentation from Justice Yu on Juvenile Justice in the sanctuary and will be followed with a dessert reception. Questions? Contact Pastor Mark Griffith at 425-822-7907.

Practice Discipleship Initiative Webinars  
September 8 - Online
Wondering about Confirmation with Terri Elton.

God's Work. Our Hands. Sunday is September 11

Visit ELCA.org/dayofservice for resources that include the 2016 version of the toolkit, bulletin inserts, posters and a new worship resource. There is also an updated study guide designed for congregations to discuss what it means to serve with a joyful heart. Congregations can register their day of service activities at HERE. If September 11 is not feasible, congregations are encouraged to select another date.

Installation of Pastor Annette Andrews Lux
Saturday, September 17 at 4pm at Peace, Silvana
We give thanks for this new ministry partnership!


No Way to Treat a Child Conference
Saturday, September 17, 1pm-6:30pm at St. Mark's Cathedral, Seattle
Kairos Puget Sound Coalition is hosting this conference: To awaken the church community
and civil society to the gross violation of the human rights of incarcerated Palestinian children in Israeli prisons; To encourage advocacy by participants on behalf of these children; and To provide resources supporting advocacy efforts. For more details see FLYER here.

Lutheran Vocation: Discernment & Calling in the Real World (Online Course)
August 29-October 2 -- Online with Dr Martin Lohrmann of Wartbug Seminary
With so many voices competing for our attention, how do we learn to listen to the voice of God? In this course, we will cover key ideas from the Lutheran Reformers about vocation and we will sort through some of the leading voices competing for our attention in today's world: voices that stake a claim on who we should be, what we should value, and what makes us happy. The course will also invite participants to reflect on who they are as beloved children of God and how their daily work matters to the people around them. More info here: www.wartburgseminary.edu/learningforlife/learning-for-life-events/gracegathering/
For questions about the registration form, please contact GraceGathering@wartburgseminary.edu.

Portico Pre-Retirement Seminar
Friday, September 23, 8:30am-6pm at Advent Lutheran, Mill Creek
Pre-retirement seminars are hosted by a certified Ernst & Young planner, who answers your questions about retirement planning, such as:
How much money will I really need in retirement? How can I avoid common retirement traps? How can I protect my assets to ensure the money is there when I need it? How can I create lifetime income? What steps can I take to ensure a smooth transition into retirement?
The seminar is most relevant to people age 50-plus or who are within 15 years of retirement. It's designed to show retirement in a whole new light. Cost: $35 per person, $70 per couple, which includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Register HERE by August 23.

Installation of Pastor Shannyn Fuerst
Saturday, September 24 at 2pm at Faith, Seattle
We give thanks for this new ministry partnership and we welcome Pastor Fuerst to the synod!
(She joins our synod along with her spouse, Pr. Jeremy Fuerst - who is serving at Central, Everett)

Installation of Pastor Wes Telyea  
Sunday, September 25 at 3pm at Our Savior, Issaquah
We give thanks for this new ministry partnership!
 

Financial Peace University
Sundays September 25 - November 20, 4:30-6pm at Edmonds Lutheran
All are invited to attend this nine-lesson, money-management course taught by Dave Ramsey. Dave and his teaching team will walk you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future and much more. The cost to attend the series of nine classes is $100.00 per individual/family. This includes cost of workbooks, classes and online resources. To register, go to www.daveramsey.com, then click on "classes" and click on "find a class". Enter the church zip code (98026) and Edmonds Lutheran Church will pop up, click on that and then click on "register". That's all there is to it! Or you can call the church office at 425-744-8090 to reserve your spot. Spaces are limited so register today!

Pacific Northwest Culture & Lutheran Identity

September 2016 - May 2017 - Monthly meetings
Join this exploration of Lutheran identity and leadership specifically within the context of the Pacific Northwest. This is a unique opportunity brought to you by Seattle University School of Theology ( www.seattleu.edu) and Ministry. Contact Colette Casavant for more info and/or to register: casavant@seattleu.edu or 206-296-5333

Boundaries Workshop for Lay Leaders
Saturday, October 1, 9am - 3pm at Our Savior's, Everett
This event is intended for non-rostered staff and volunteers who work with children, youth, or vulnerable adults. "Boundaries Training" provides information on sexual misconduct prevention for anyone in a position of power, including staff and volunteers. "Creating Safe Churches" will help you re-examine your congregation's plan for keeping people safe-or help you create a plan if you do not yet have one. If it's been a while since your congregation addressed these topics, join us for this practical, hands-on workshop. This training is being coordinated by a team, led by Rev. Julie Blum, NW WA Synod Boundary Trainer. Cost is $20 per person, includes materials and lunch.
Register online HERE.

Treasurer's Workshop

Saturday, October 8, 8:30am-12noon at Prince of Peace, Shoreline
All Financial leaders of your congregation are invited to participate at a FREE workshop presented by the Synod Finance Committee. Treasurers, Financial Secretaries, Bookkeepers, Finance Committee Members and Pastors are encouraged to attend.
Topics include: 1) The Basics for New Treasurers 2) FLSA - What's New & What You Need to Do3) Employee Handbook Do's & Don'ts and 4) Non-profit Legal Status (and why you want it).
There will be a time for questions and answers and sharing between treasurers so you can find out what is working in other congregations. Print, complete and mail in this REGISTRATION FORM by October 1.

Weaving Our Strengths
Saturday, October 22, 8am - 4pm at Seattle First Baptist
Presented by the Church Council of Greater Seattle: A day-long conference of fellowship, inspiration, and skill-building to strengthen local churches' efforts for the common good. More info and registration here: https://thechurchcouncil.ejoinme.org/WOS2016

Lutheran Community Services Fundraising Luncheon 
Sunday, October 23 1pm at the Lynnwood Convention Center
Join us for this annual event - this year we welcome travel expert (and local Lutheran) Rick Steves as our keynote presenter.  1pm - Social Hour. 2pm - Program. There is no admission fee, but you will be asked to support our North Puget Sound work: Foster Care and Adoption Immigrant and Refugee Services Family Support Centers. To RSVP or for questions, contact: Julie Kissick Malloy
jmalloy@lcsnw.org (253) 298-9170. We need Volunteers, Tables Hosts and Sponsors for our event.

Open Door Ministries Gala and Auction
November 5, 5-9:30pm at the Brockey Center, South Seattle Community College.
We are currently accepting donations for auction and taking ticket purchases. Information is at the "auction" tab on our website: www.opendoorelca.org. If you have questions contact Auction Chair Jill Bossen,   odmauction@gmail.com or Procurement Chair Fred Row, fred-row@comcast.net.
Susan Berg
Synod Communications
206-783-9292


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