Tag: loss

“I Didn’t Know I Needed This”
I noticed something at this year’s Extravaganza. All of the themes for the different “main stage” sessions were really well received. But there was one that stood out: “Holding Grief.” The live chat during all of the sessions was very busy. But when this session started, and the speakers started doing their work to unpack ...

Stephanie Joy Coltvet Erdmann
I just don’t have words today. Stephanie Joy Coltvet Erdmann died last night from complications following heart surgery. Stephanie loved her husband Paul completely Stephanie was completely dedicated to her 3 beautiful children Stephanie was an amazing and gifted pastor Stephanie cared about all people, and had a special heart for those who were disenfranchised ...

With Deep Sorrow…
Dear friends, It is with deep sorrow that I write to let you know about the death of one of our network members, and a friend and colleague to many. Rachel Coen-Tuff died on Saturday while with her family at their cabin. The family has communicated that it was the result of a pulmonary embolism. ...

In Memory of Debbie Zaic
If you’ve attended the Extravaganza in the last…probably ten years, there is a pretty good chance that you were welcomed and greeted at the registration table by Debbie Zaic. Debbie and I worked together at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Maple Grove. She was hired there in 2001, and provided administrative support and served ...