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1/15/2026 Newsletter Archive
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Bishop Bos's Q2 2025 Report, ADLA Events This Weekend and More!

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1/7/2026 Newsletter Archive
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Presiding Bishop and ELCA Secretary Announcement; 1 Year Anniversary of the LA Fires.

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12/23/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Open to See a Christmas Eve Greeting from Bishop!

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12/18/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Special Message from Bishop, Christmas Event Invites, & A Synod Holiday Closure Announcement!

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12/11/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Assembly Info with a Call for Resolutions & Special Christmas Event Invites!

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12/4/2025 Newsletter Archive
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It's Advent! A Special Christmas Message from Presiding Bishop Curry.

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12/1/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Reminder: The Haven: Food Insecurity Forum is Tonight at 6pm PT!

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11/26/2025 Newsletter Archive
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 11/26/25 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 11/26/25

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Bishop's Thanksgiving Blessing, Haven Forum for the Hungry, and More!

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11/20/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Thanksgiving Announcement, Immigration Resources, and More!

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11/13/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Special announcement from TLF, and a letter from Presiding Bishop Curry.

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11/6/2025 Newsletter Archive
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We have a new team member!

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10/30/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Lutherans Gather in Prayer for the Disappeared with CLUE.

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10/23/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Pastoral Care for Youth Leaders.

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10/17/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Special SWCA WELCA Chapter Fundraiser: Rooted in Faith, Cheering in Hope 💙

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10/15/2025 Newsletter Archive
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 10/15/25 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 10/15/25

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CLUE Prayer Vigil Invitation, California Lutheran University Inaugural Invite, and more!

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10/9/2025 Newsletter Archive
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 10/9/25 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 10/9/25

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CLUE Prayer Vigil Invitation, California Lutheran University Inaugural Invite, and more!

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10/2/2025 Newsletter Archive
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 10/2/25 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 10/2/25

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SWCA Treasurer Announcement & Presiding Bishop Installment Livestream Link!

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9/25/2025 Newsletter Archive
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Bishop Bos's Thoughts on Public Witness Inside!

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9/18/2025 Newsletter Archive
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 9/18/25 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 9/18/25

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Open this Newsletter to See a New Disaster Relief Event, Prop 50 Guidance, Bishop's Invite to Online Prayer Sessions, and More!

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9/11/2025 Newsletter Archive
Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 9/11/25 Synod News & Updates Brian Flatgard 9/11/25

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A Prayer for Patriots Day (9/11), The Oasis Registration Deadline, Bishop's Invite to Online Prayer Sessions, and More!

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