Retiring Secretary Lowell G. Almen receives an enthusiastic ovation from the ELCA Churchwide Assembly.
The Rev. Lowell Almen, ELCA Secretary, acknowledges the assembly's acclamation following his report to the churchwide assembly. Almen was thanked for 20 years of service in the role of ELCA Secretary.
Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson and retiring Secretary Lowell G. Almen (right) enjoy the enthusiastic applause of the ELCA Churchwide Assembly in appreciation for Secretary Almen.