Salem, Selinsgrove (Pastor Stina Schaeffer) celebrated the reopening of their church building after a devastating fire during Holy Week 2023. In July, they had a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house at Salem Lutheran Church in Selinsgrove. The event featured speeches…
It is in sure and certain hope of the resurrection that we announce the death of Joyce Osman. Osman, 92, of Northumberland, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Nottingham Village, Northumberland. Born in Sunbury on February 27, 1932, Joyce…
The Lutheran bishops in Pennsylvania, including Bishop Miller, have started a movement called “Choices and Voices for Peace.” They are calling on religious leaders of all faiths to “commit ourselves to dialogue over division. To speak with a hope that…
The remnants of Tropical Storm Debby impacted Pennsylvania earlier this month. Damage assessment and cleanup efforts are ongoing. Tioga, Potter, and Lycoming Counties were particularly hard hit. The deadline has been extended until September 9 for recipients in these 3…
The Global Ministry Team of the Upper Susquehanna Synod has, since its inception, been connected with our Companion Synod of the Lutheran Church of Liberia. As many of you know, we sent numerous cargo containers to help during the civil…
Prayer petitions are prepared and sent by the Upper Susquehanna Synod Global Ministry Committee. Please use them in your congregation in your intercessory prayers, print them in your bulletin or newsletter. The committee welcomes suggestions for petitions. Click here for…
It is in sure and certain hope of the resurrection that we announce the death of Rev. J. Robert "Bob" Snyder. Pastor Snyder, 90, of Millersburg went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, August 4, 2024, at his home…
The ELCA’s new Ministry Development & Evangelism Team, Directors for Mission across the church, and ELCA Coaching, in partnership with Kindling Faith invite congregations into the joyful journey of thriving in spirit, community, and action, both within the congregation and…
The Global Mission Team invites all people in the Upper Susquehanna Synod to say "thank you" to our missionary, Linda Johnson Seyenkulo, who is retiring this year. Rev. Linda will be at Bishop's Day held at Camp Mount Luther on…
The synod's Youth Ministry Initiative, led by youth from around the synod, kicks off with monthly events in September. The first event will be a game night at Christ's Lutheran Church, Lewisburg, on Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 3-5 p.m…