"Hope, Courage, and Community for Such a Time as This"

The Grand Canyon Growing in Faith Program invites you to explore Christian responses to nationalism through the lens of faith, discipleship, justice, and love of neighbor.

Featuring a keynote presentation by Bishop Shelley Bryan Wee, Bishop of the Northwest Washington Synod (ELCA), this symposium will consider how the teachings of Jesus call us beyond division and toward faithful engagement with our neighbors and society.

What to Expect

• Bible study focused on faithfulness, justice, and love of neighbor
• Keynote presentation by Bishop Shelley Bryan Wee
• Guided discussion and reflection
• Opportunities for learning and community engagement
• Lunch and refreshments provided for in-person participants

Event Information

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

Time: 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Arizona Time)

Check-In: Begins at 8:45 AM

Location:

American Lutheran Church

17200 N Del Webb Blvd

Sun City, AZ 85373

Attendance Options:

In Person or Virtual

Registration Fee:

$25 per participant

The online access link will be emailed approximately one week before the event.

Registration Confirmation

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.

NOTE: Please check your Spam folder if you do not receive the email.

About the Speaker

The Rev. Shelley M. Bryan Wee has served as a pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America since 1993 and has served as Bishop of the Northwest Washington Synod since 2019.

Drawing from scripture and contemporary experience, Bishop Wee addresses the challenges posed by Christian Nationalism and reflects on the role of faith in public life.