2009 Southwestern Texas Synod Assembly at McAllen Convention Center

The 2009 Southwestern Texas Synod Assembly will be held May 15-17, 2009, at the beautiful new McAllen Convention Center in McAllen, Texas. On behalf of the Rio Grande Valley Conference of the Southwestern Texas Synod of the ELCA and the 2009 Assembly Planning Team, we wish to extend you a warm greeting from the Rio Grande Valley.

Many of you have been to assembly meetings before, and for others, this may be your first time as a delegate. Regardless, we hope to make this a different and exciting experience. Along with the usual business meetings of the Synod, there will be inspirational bible studies, multicultural worship services, as well as a chance to experience the diverse cultures that thrive in this part of South Texas. This “Assembly Without Walls” is sure to be an exciting opportunity for all who attend, as there will be events scheduled on Saturday afternoon to visit sites in the area. We hope to illuminate our theme, “United in Ministry - God’s Work, Our Hands,” as together we share the sights, enjoy the sounds, and taste the flavor of the Rio Grande Valley.

We look forward to seeing all of you in McAllen.

Come and enjoy!

Jan Demro
Patricia Larson
2009 Planning Team Co-Chairs