30 July 2025

Rock the Week is back, helping everyone get oriented for what's next. Please call the church office if you have questions.

Building Bridges of

Inclusion, Justice, and Spirituality

No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey,

you are welcome here!

WE COME BACK ON A HIGH NOTE!

Celebrating Excellence in Church Leadership: Heidi Zinn Honored Nationally

Thanks to the generous support of the Shadow Rock Foundation and the Church Board, our own Heidi Zinn attended the 69th Annual The Church Network (TCN) Conference in July.

The Church Network is an inter-denominational professional association dedicated to strengthening and connecting church leaders in administration across the country. With over 400 church administrators, executive pastors, and vendors in attendance, this four-day conference offered keynote speakers, intensive seminars, and 20 hours of continuing education on topics such as leadership, transitions, human resources, facilities, artificial intelligence, and legal and tax matters in church settings.

During the conference, Heidi was honored as one of three national award winners and was the recipient of the 2025 Marvin Myers Service Award.

This prestigious award is named after F. Marvin Myers, a longtime leader and visionary in church administration. It recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to the field through chapter leadership, national service, and professional engagement. Award recipients are often described as “rising stars” or devoted long-term members who embody the values of TCN and actively support the organization’s mission to empower church leaders.

Heidi’s recognition not only reflects her professional excellence but also brings pride to Shadow Rock as she continues to serve our community with dedication and heart. You can learn more about The Church Network and its certification programs at thechurchnetwork.com.

Heidi's commitment to excellence and her love for Shadow Rock make her an excellent choice for helping us move into a new staff configuration with her as the Director of Operations. There are many moving parts to this transition. Among them is finding an assistant to the DOO with finance/accounting skills and experience. Keep her and the management of this process in your prayers.

NEW NEWS!

It only takes 3.5 percent of the population to be a success at stopping authoritarianism. We need everyone to ”DO SOMETHING." Write letters, make calls to legislators, educate people on the facts.

Thanks for your continuing help! Alyce-Anne

Click on the link to access the Red, Wine, and Blue website for information, "160 Ways to Change the World Without Losing Your Sh*t". It can be a help and a start.

FYI. REGULAR OFFICE HOURS WILL RESUME, MONDAY AUGUST 4TH, 9 am - 3 pm.

When We Return from July Sabbath...

8/3 Yoga, 9 AM
8/3 worship at 10:15 AM, no 9 AM programming
8/3 last chance to see Much Ado About Nothing
8/3 Beer Church at North Mountain Brewery at 5 PM
8/10 What If Immigration Enforcement Agents Show Up at the Door Training in the Krieder Center at 9 AM
8/10 worship at 10:15 AM
8/10 Sabbath Return Potluck at 11:15 AM
8/17 Spiritual Play, TBD 9-11:30. Join us for a pancake breakfast at 8:30 AM as we kick off the fall season

Beer Church is on 8/3 at 5 PM

We are back at it with fellowship, food, and theological discussion at North Mountain Brewery located at 522 E Dunlap.

Our discussion continues with Richard Rohr and his book, The Naked Now. We are on Chapter 15 titled, "Faith Is More How To Believe Than What To Believe."

Even if you are new to Beer Church feel free to jump in without any previous knowledge of the book.

Looking Real Far Ahead for Shadow Rock Theology Retreat

We are planning another Shadow Rock Theology Retreat at Chapel Rock in Prescott. Put November 7-9 on your calendars. Sign-ups will begin in August.

Our governing board voted and passed the following resolution.

Immigration Justice Ministries Designating REP Spaces - Google Docs

In response to this board action, we are hosting a training session for ushers, greeters, and anyone interested in helping us navigate the situation, should immigration enforcement agents visit our church. The training will take place on August 10th at 9:00 AM in the Krieder Center.

FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR FALL 2025

August 10th is our Sabbath Return Potluck

September 14th is Coffee Chat

October 5th is Coffee Chat

November 2nd or 9th is Coffee Chat, TBD

December 14th is Christmas Potluck

Immigration Justice Work Is Happening!

At this point, we are offering the following ministries:

Legal Clinics for Know Your Rights
Financial Assistance for Legal Fees and Living Expenses
Support Group Meetings
Accompaniment
Safe Zone Launch Pad

WE ARE A SAFE SPACE

If you are seeking urgent assistance, a place to go, advice, a legal referral, or anything else, please contact Pastor Ken.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your continued support of our immigration justice ministries. This is one of the ways we advocate for inclusion, equity, and justice for all immigrants living in the United States, regardless of their immigration status. Our hearts have been touched by the friendships we have made through our work for undocumented people. We are truly blessed and promise to continue working towards positive change.

At this point, we are NOT offering the following ministries:

Sanctuary
Asylum Hospitality
Refugee Resettlement

Our next support meeting and legal clinic is scheduled for August 3rd at 1:00 PM in the Multipurpose Room. All are invited. Please contact Pastor Ken about our important and quiet work.

Today's Immigration News

USCIS Makes Plans To Implement Trump Administration Birthright Citizenship Order, Despite Federal Court Blocks | Bloomberg Law

On July 25, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced an implementation plan for President Donald Trump's executive order restricting birthright citizenship, despite it being currently blocked by federal courts. The Trump administration seeks to alter birthright citizenship — which is protected under the 14th Amendment of the Constitution — to include only children with at least one U.S. citizen parent or a lawfully permanent resident. Children whose parents are in the United States without authorization or in the country temporarily are excluded. The Department of Homeland Security and USCIS "will propose appropriate action to ensure that birth in the United States to individuals who possess lawful immigration status does not result in any negative immigration consequence for the child," the plan said.