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Last week you gave me the privilege to volunteer and be present at our national churchwide assembly.  Thank you for this fruitful experience to serve our greater church. 

The Churchwide Assembly is the highest legislative authority in the ELCA. It gathers every three years and includes voting members from every synod across the country. The assembly elects national officers (like the Presiding Bishop and Secretary), votes on policy and social statements, and sets priorities for the denomination's work.

Here are some words from other commentaries on the National Convention...

Sunday, August 10—Men’s Summer Choir. Calling All Men! Please join James & Becky after worship to practice for singing on Aug. 17th. No choir experience needed, the song is familiar and easy to learn!

Sunday, August 10—Bible Study in the conference room after Men’s Summer Choir practice.

Monday, August 11—New Member Class at 6:30pm in the conference room. Questions, see Pastor Tony.

Tuesday, August 12—Pint with a Pastor at 6:30pm. Come out to Catalina Brewing Company, grab a beverage of choice and settle in for good conversation about faith and life, led by Pastor Tony.

Wednesday, Aug. 13—Movies that Matter at 10am in the conference room. We will be watching What Dreams May Come, a 1998 fantasy drama film starring Robin Williams as a man who dies in a car accident and journeys through the afterlife. Based on the novel by Richard Matheson (who also wrote many Twilight Zone episodes), this film explores themes of love, loss, and the possibilities of what heaven and hell might be like. With surreal scenes that are stunningly beautiful and sometimes disturbing, you will find yourself pondering and imagining what intriguing possibilities there are in that great unknown beyond this life.

Thursday, August 14—Game Day from 5pm-8pm in the Luther Room hosted by Bill Pavesic. Join the fun for World War II-opoly !

Sunday, August 17—Quarterly Congregation Meeting after worship in Werner Hall.

The 2025 ELCA Churchwide Assembly officially opened July 28 at the Phoenix Convention Center, meeting through Aug. 2. Highlights and articles about each day of the assembly can be found at LivingLutheran.org

Day one consisted of a worship service of Holy Communion and the first plenary session.

Day two included the second and third plenary sessions and a morning prayer service. Introduction of the draft of the “Civic Life and Faith” social statement. Budget report and proposal for 2026-2028. An update on the repudiation of the Doctrine of Discovery. An introduction of the revision of the “Human Sexuality: Gift and Trust” social statement... 

Germany: Castles, Culture, History, Wine, Beer & Fellowship
May 29 to June 9, 2026

Join the Wartburg community for an exciting 12-day tour of Germany, led by Dr. Dan Walther, the college's Gerald R. Kleinfeld Chair in German History.

"I’m excited to share my passion and knowledge with alumni and friends of the college on this fantastic tour of Germany.
 
"We’ll explore German history and culture through its beer, wine, and historical sites. And, of course, we will visit the Wartburg Castle. Looking forward to you joining us on this amazing trip," said Walther.

Welcome into our community today as we seek to follow the one who gathers us.
May you feel a connection to the beautiful Savior in worship this day! May you join us in learning and seeking to live in G.R.A.C.E. (Generosity, Reaching Out, Advocacy, Compassion, Encouragement).   

We gather in the unity of Christ and are all invited to the Lord’s Table. He is the host —we are all guests. We celebrate that Jesus came to us and continues to come to us.  In faith we receive the body and blood of our Lord and Savior. We believe that he did this “for you.”

Join us in-person, on Facebook Live at Beautifulsaviortucson, and on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88641186563   Meeting ID: 886 4118 6563 and Passcode: 188820