Approximately 800 voting members as well as support staff, invited guests, representatives from seminaries, colleges, and universities, and staff from affiliated organizations met for the triennial ELCA Churchwide Assembly met in Phoenix, AZ, from July 28 – August 2. The…
St. Paul’s words of farewell to Timothy (2 Timothy 3 & 4) call for persistence in proclamation and teaching: “continue in what you have learned” “Proclaim the message; be persistent whether the time if favorable or unfavorable; convince, rebuke,…
There’s a new logo for the Upper Susquehanna Synod! In the past few months, we’ve slowly rolled out the new design which has been under development most of this year. You may have seen it first on graphics on the…
“Hear this, you that trample on the needy and bring the poor to ruin.” Amos 8 “I urge supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, for kings and for all who are in high positions.” (1 Timothy 2) What a…
Follmer Lutheran Parish, (Follmer, Milton, and St. John’s, Potts Grove) gathered Sunday, Aug. 3, for their annual parish worship and picnic. This year the event was held in the grove at Follmer with members of Washingtonville and Oak Grove churches…
By Rev. Karla Leiby, Assistant to the Bishop Ever hear the phrase “born leader” and think you know someone who is a natural born leader? While God does give each of us unique gifts and abilities, some of which are…
“So therefore, none of you can become my disciples if you do not give up all your possessions.” Every time I read these words of Jesus, I am caught off guard. I’m used to the story of the rich young…
Preaching Cohorts in a Small Group Format sponsored by the Go Tell It IN the Mountains Initiative: The following are free small group cohorts (8 people per cohort) focused on Compelling Preaching. Each coach has been trained in preaching with…
Camp Mount Luther wrapped up its summer camping season on August 1. Around 345 participated during the seven-week session. About 196 campers enjoyed on-site programs with crafts, swimming, games, camp outs, hikes, and singing. This year’s theme at Camp Mount…
If you remove the yoke from among you, the pointing of the finger, the speaking of evil, if you offer your food to the hungry and satisfy the needs of the afflicted, then your light shall rise in the darkness…