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AGING WITH GRACE - A Faith-Based Webinar Series for Seniors, Families & Caregivers
Encouragement and education for older adults navigating health, caregiving and daily living support
PRESENTED BY SOUTHWEST CALIFORNIA SYNOD AND SOLHEIM SENIOR COMMUNITY
Helping older adults to navigate aging with confidence, explore supportive options, and remain connected to faith, community and purpose.
SAVE THE DATE FOR WEBINAR #1 - JUNE 29th, 4pm on Zoom
Understanding The Aging Journey
Register HERE to receive the Zoom Link
Reach out with any questions - deacondr@socalsynod.org
PLANNING FOR TOMORROW - A Practical Estate Planning Workshop - Session 1
A free two-part online workshop designed to help you plan with confidence and peace of mind.
Many people know they should have an estate plan, but aren't sure where to start. This two-part workshop offers practical, easy-to-understand guidance on wills, trusts, probate, charitable giving, and other tools that can help you care for your loved ones and plan for the future. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion.
SESSION 1 - BUILDING A STRONG FOUNDATION
AUGUST 12, 2026, 2PM–4PM (ONLINE)
You will learn about: Wills and trusts, Probate basics, Joint ownership, Common estate-planning misconceptions, Working with professional advisors
PLEASE RSVP HERE
PLANNING FOR TOMORROW - A Practical Estate Planning Workshop - Session 2
A free two-part online workshop designed to help you plan with confidence and peace of mind.
Many people know they should have an estate plan, but aren't sure where to start. This two-part workshop offers practical, easy-to-understand guidance on wills, trusts, probate, charitable giving, and other tools that can help you care for your loved ones and plan for the future. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion.
SESSION 2 - STRENGTHENING YOUR PLAN
AUGUST 19, 2026, 2PM–4PM (ONLINE)
In this session you will learn about: Trusts and asset protection, Reducing estate administration expenses, Donor-advised funds, Charitable gift annuities, Charitable remainder trusts, Legacy giving options
PLEASE RSVP HERE
2026 Synod Assembly
We are excited to welcome you to the 2026 Synod Assembly on Friday, May 29th and Saturday, May 30th, 2026. At this time registration is closed. For all details related to Assembly, please visit our Assembly website page HERE.
PRE-ASSEMBLY SESSIONS - Synod Budget
Review the proposed synod budget, including key priorities and allocations. This session will provide space to ask questions and better understand how financial decisions support the synod’s ministry.
PRE-ASSEMBLY SESSIONS - Synod Budget
Review the proposed synod budget, including key priorities and allocations. This session will provide space to ask questions and better understand how financial decisions support the synod’s ministry.
PRE-ASSEMBLY SESSIONS - Resolutions and Memorials
This session will walk through how resolutions and memorials come to the Assembly floor, how to read them, and how to participate in discussion and voting.
PRE-ASSEMBLY SESSIONS - Resolutions and Memorials
This session will walk through how resolutions and memorials come to the Assembly floor, how to read them, and how to participate in discussion and voting.
PRE-ASSEMBLY SESSIONS - Nominations
Learn about the nomination process for Synod Assembly, including open positions, responsibilities, and how elections work. This session will help you understand how leaders are identified and elected within the synod.
PRE-ASSEMBLY SESSIONS - Nominations
Learn about the nomination process for Synod Assembly, including open positions, responsibilities, and how elections work. This session will help you understand how leaders are identified and elected within the synod.
Pastoral Boundaries Training
Taught on Zoom by Pastor Carla Christopher. To register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ucRDTxy0Ke
All rostered leaders and SAMs serving in ELCA congregations are required to attend boundaries trainings every two years.
For the Zoom link for this event click HERE
If you have any questions, contact Pastor Tracy at pastortracy@socalsynood.org
Spring Conference Assemblies
Bishop Brenda Bos, Lutheran Office of Public Policy Executive Director Regina Banks and Synod Disaster Relief Coordinator Victoria Villa share practical tips for serving the neighbor through community engagement and Christian teachings. Learn about advocacy, faithful dialogue and volunteer opportunities.
May 7th, 2026 at 7pm
LOCATION: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1 West Avenida de los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA (online available)
RSVP HERE
Spring Conference Assemblies
Bishop Brenda Bos, Lutheran Office of Public Policy Executive Director Regina Banks and Synod Disaster Relief Coordinator Victoria Villa share practical tips for serving the neighbor through community engagement and Christian teachings. Learn about advocacy, faithful dialogue and volunteer opportunities.
April 30th, 2026 at 7pm
LOCATION: St. Andrew’s, 11555 National Blvd, West Los Angeles (online available)
RSVP HERE, If you want to attend online, click HERE for the Zoom link
Spring Conference Assemblies
Bishop Brenda Bos, Lutheran Office of Public Policy Executive Director Regina Banks and Synod Disaster Relief Coordinator Victoria Villa share practical tips for serving the neighbor through community engagement and Christian teachings. Learn about advocacy, faithful dialogue and volunteer opportunities.
April 29th, 2026 at 7pm
LOCATION: Christ the Shepherd, 185 W. Altadena Drive, Altadena (online available)
RSVP HERE, If you want to attend online click HERE for the zoom link
Pastoral Boundaries Training
Taught on Zoom by Pastor Carla Christopher. To register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ucRDTxy0Ke
All rostered leaders and SAMs serving in ELCA congregations are required to attend boundaries trainings every two years.
If you have any questions, contact Pastor Tracy at pastortracy@socalsynood.org
Synod Assembly
Registration is now open for the 2026 SoCal Synod Assembly. Please find all details for location, hotel, and lineup HERE