Nominees for bishop

Electing a bishop is one of the most important responsibilities in the life of a synod in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and a key responsibility of the Synod Assembly.

As an election, it is a process governed by the constitution, bylaws, and continuing resolutions of the synod; however, it is also a call process. As such, it involves discernment, from the perspective both of individual potential nominees and of the synod as a whole. Thus, engaging in prayerful reflection and seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit are indispensable aspects of the process of nomination and election.

The following pastors have been nominated and agreed to stand for election for Bishop of the Northwest Intermountain Synod for a six year term.

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Rev. Barbara Harrison Condon

Rev. Kristen Kuempel

Rev. Matthew Larson

Rev. Liv Larson Andrews

Rev. Meggan Manlove

Rev. Kimmy Meinecke

Please lift up in prayer the nominees and the Northwest Intermountain Synod.

Almighty God, you have given your Holy Spirit to the church to lead us into all truth. Bless with the Spirit's grace and presence the people of the Northwest Intermountain Synod as we prepare to elect a bishop. Keep us steadfast in faith and united in love, that we may manifest your glory and prepare for the way of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Amen.