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Give the Gift of Life: Blood Drive at Lutheran Church in the Foothills
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 1/30/26 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 1/30/26

Give the Gift of Life: Blood Drive at Lutheran Church in the Foothills

A blood drive will be held February 26, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., at Lutheran Church in the Foothills in La Cañada Flintridge. Appointments are encouraged through the American Red Cross.

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Volunteers Needed: Lutheran Build Day in Altadena
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 1/30/26 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 1/30/26

Volunteers Needed: Lutheran Build Day in Altadena

Lutheran Build Day is March 7 in Altadena, supporting wildfire recovery through Habitat for Humanity. Construction and lunch support volunteers are needed. Registration closes February 23.

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Black History Month Worship Series: “Where Dreams Take Flight”
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 1/30/26 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 1/30/26

Black History Month Worship Series: “Where Dreams Take Flight”

Join the ADLA Los Angeles Chapter for a Black History Month worship series at California Lutheran University, February 5, 12, and 19 at 11:00 a.m., under the theme “Where Dreams Take Flight.”

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Save the Date: Bishop’s Colloquy and Chrism Mass
Brian Flatgard 1/30/26 Brian Flatgard 1/30/26

Save the Date: Bishop’s Colloquy and Chrism Mass

The Bishop’s Colloquy and Chrism Mass will take place on March 16, 2026. Time and location will be announced soon. Please mark your calendars and watch for upcoming details.

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Assembly 2026: Dates Set and Call for Resolutions Now Open
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 1/30/26 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 1/30/26

Assembly 2026: Dates Set and Call for Resolutions Now Open

The 2026 Southwest California Synod Assembly will be held May 29–30, 2026, under the theme “God Is Our Refuge & Strength.” The call for resolutions is now open, with submissions due by March 31 at 4:00 p.m.

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