In Memoriam: Rev. Gary Owens
It is in sure and certain hope of the resurrection that we announce the death of Rev. Gary W. Owens. Owens, 80, of Lewisburg, Pa., entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 6, 2024. Pastor Owens was the son of…
Peace Rally
On Thursday, September 5, approximately 100 religious leaders, including Bishop Craig Miller, gathered in the capitol to deliver a statement calling for peace and unity in our diversity. They invited elected officials and candidates into the work of building up…
Church Reopens
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…
In Memoriam: Joyce Osman
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…
Peacemaker Opportunity
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…
Disaster Feeding Task Force Update
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…
Give to help Liberia
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…
October 2024-January 2025 Prayer Intercessions
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…
In Memoriam: Rev. J. Robert Snyder
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…
Congregational Vitality Training
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…