Our Focus:
This year we will have three wonderful presenters to share in our Oregon Synod journey.

First of all, Dr. Diane Jacobson, Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary and Director of the ELCA Book of Faith initiative, will be present to share in the Word as we study and pray together. http://www.luthersem.edu/djacobso/

Secondly, we will be treated to conversation with The Rev. Karen Brau of Luther Place Memorial Church in Washington, D.C. Pastor Brau will share the story of her prior parish of 18 years, Amazing Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. Amazing Grace is the result of a courageous mission effort in a difficult part of Baltimore, MD. Pr. Brau will engage us in conversation about our own efforts to share sustainable and vibrant congregations here in Oregon. http://www.lutherplace.org/

Convocation 2010 will be an important time for us as rostered leaders of the Oregon Synod. It is important as we deal with our roles and opportunities at a time of financial, political, and internal polity concerns. Our Oregon congregations depend on us for solid leadership in such days, and I am most appreciative of your faithfulness in this regard. The convocation this year will offer time for sharing and reflection, worship, study, relaxation, and renewal. I look forward to being with you!

Bishop Dave Brauer-Rieke

Agenda:
Monday, January 18
Noon-2:00 PM – Registration
2:00 PM – Opening Worship
Afternoon – At Table with the Word, Dr. Diane Jacobson
Dinner
Evening – CWA Follow-up with Bishop Dave

Tuesday, January 19
8:00 AM – Breakfast
Morning – The Word with You in Mission, Dr. Jacobson
Morning – The Table of Fellowship,
The Rev. Karen Brau
Lunch
Afternoon Free!
Board of Pensions available
Individual meetings with synod staff members
Beach walks, etc.
5:00 PM – Hospitality/Dinner
Evening – Salmon Nation
Evening – East Meets West, a conversation about context with Pastor Brau and Salmon Nation leaders
Compline

Wednesday, January 20
8:00 AM – Breakfast
Morning – The Table of Mission and Service, Oregon Synod Staff
Morning – Bishop’s Time
Morning – Closing Worship
On the road by noon; lunch on your own

Registration Fees
Registration is due November 30.
Fee includes lodging (double occupancy) for January 18 and 19, meals (Monday dinner, Tuesday breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Wednesday breakfast) and all materials.

Registration Fee:
$275.00/ registrant (if registered by Nov 30)

Late Fee Registration:
$310.00/registrant (if registered after Nov 30)

Food only ( $65.00/registrant)

Additional fee for single occupancy ($50.00)

Additional Fee for spouse (Room & Meals) $250.00