Bishop Tim’s Sabbatical and Acting Bishops

Pastor Tonnesen and Pastor Mills will serve as Acting Bishops during Bishop Smith's sabbatical.

December 19, 2023 |

As Bishop Tim Smith takes his sabbatical—from December 3 through February 29—the work of the synod will continue!

Pastor Phil Tonnesen will serve as Acting Bishop from December 3 through January 15, and Pastor CeCee Mills will then assume the role of Acting Bishop from January 16 through February 29. As acting bishops, they can do anything a regular bishop can do except ordain.

Attribution:

Synod Staff

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