Elizabeth Eaton
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For the English silversmith, see Elizabeth Eaton (silversmith).
Elizabeth Amy Eaton[1] (born April 2, 1955) is the fourth Presiding Bishop, and the first female Presiding Bishop,[2] of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). She was first elected to this post in 2013 and was re-elected for a second term in 2019. Prior to becoming presiding bishop, she served as bishop of the Northeastern Ohio Synod.
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Elizabeth Eaton | |
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Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America | |
Elected | 2013 |
Predecessor | Mark Hanson |
Other post(s) | Bishop of Northeastern Ohio Synod |
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Ordination | 1981 |
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Born | (1955-04-02) April 2, 1955 (age 69) Cleveland, Ohio, US |
Denomination | Lutheran |
Spouse | Conrad Selnick |
Children | Rebeckah, Susannah |
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