Dandelion Trail Run at CML
Camp Mount Luther will be holding a 5- and 10- kilometer trail run race at the camp on Saturday, September 3, 2021. This is an entry-level trail race on Mount Luther grounds with proceeds going to the camp. The start time for the race is 9:00 a.m. Runners decide on race day if they want…
“God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday
On Sunday, September 11, congregations of the ELCA will join together for “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday, our annual day of service. We are a church energized by lively engagement in faith and life. As we continue our tradition of service to our neighbor, we remember the words of Martin Luther: “Our faith is a…
CML Evening at Shade Mountain
In October, Camp Mount Luther will have their annual Evening at Shade Mountain Winery. This is a fundraising opportunity to share fellowship, entertainment, and locally produced wine, all to benefit the camp. There will be a limit of 50 people for this year’s event, which will run from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October…
Bishop Installation
Here Livestreaming options: Synod Facebook Page Synod YouTube Channel Please RSVP here Share the Invitation Click here for a single page bulletin insert. Click here for a double page bulletin insert. Installation of the Fourth Bishop of USS, Rev. Craig A. Miller, will take place September 17, 2:00 p.m. at Zion, Sunbury (5th and Market…
Mission/Work Trip
SINDR (Upper Susquehanna Synod & Northumberland Presbytery) is going back to Western Kentucky, the site of last year's destructive tornadoes to do mission work. All levels of experience are needed. The work trip will be held September 18 -24, 2022, in and around Madisonville, Hopkins County, Kentucky. The cost is just your contribution toward travel…
Young Adult Fellowship
You’re a young adult. You feel disconnected from the church. You want a community of people close to your own age who love Jesus and know what Tik Tok is. If any of these things are true for you, then we have good news. Jim Vitale, Camp Mount Luther’s new outreach director, is starting a…
Upper Susquehanna Synodical Women’s Organization Fall Retreat
Come to Camp Mount Luther for a day of renewal in the beautiful setting it provides. This one-day retreat will include the sessions focusing on the Fruits of the Spirit led by Pastor Stina Schaeffer. Light morning refreshments and lunch will also be provided. The fee for the day is $30.00. The retreat will run…
Come and See: Seminar on the Catechumenate
Come and See, a seminar on the catechumenate, will be held on Monday, October 24, 2022, at Christ Lutheran Church, Elizabethtown, PA. This seminar is for pastors, deacons, directors of Christian Education and other “rostered leaders” in the parish. One of the planning group members is Rev. Kenneth Elkin, a retired pastor of our synod. …
CML Evening at Shade Mountain
In October, Camp Mount Luther will have their annual Evening at Shade Mountain Winery. This is a fundraising opportunity to share fellowship, entertainment, and locally produced wine, all to benefit the camp. There will be a limit of 50 people for this year’s event, which will run from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October…
75th Anniversary Celebration
This year, Mountain Grove Lutheran Parish, Bloomsburg is celebrating 75 years of shared ministry. There will be a service of thanksgiving on Oct. 30, 10:00 a.m. at Trinity (Mt. Grove) and a meal following worship. Everyone is invited to join us, in person or in prayer, as we give thanks for all God has accomplished…
42nd IMN Annual Conference
The Interim Ministry Network Annual Conference showcases the best thinking in transitional ministry. IMN's Conference continues for a third year in a virtual format. This is not just for Interim Clergy. Transition is all around us and it happens every day in all faith communities. IMN provides directly applicable information and best practices for all clergy and lay leaders…
CML Advent Holy Hike
We know that Advent can be a busy time. We know you need to take a breath and remember what the season is all about. What better way than to join friends and spend time with God in creation? Camp Mount Luther’s Jim Vitale and Chad Hershberger invite you to join them on an Advent…
Young Adult Fellowship
NOTE DATE AND TIME CHANGE! On the last Wednesday of September, nine young adults from the Upper Susquehanna Synod gathered on Zoom for some fellowship and it was awesome. We introduced ourselves, shared our highs and lows, and spent some time discussing scripture. If you couldn't make it, you have another chance! Young Adult Fellowship…
Youth Leadership Summit
Each year the ELCA brings young leaders from across our church to gather for a long weekend of leadership development, networking, and faith formation. The Youth Leadership Summit will equip young leaders through workshops, speakers, and experiential activities. Youth will be inspired through music and worship. Participants will be challenged to take home what they learn…
Region 8 Racial Justice Training
We are called to be a church that embraces each person and confronts racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, age, gender, familial, sexual orientation, physical, personal and class barriers that can manifest as unjust treatment, inequalities, exclusion, and violence. The ELCA’s Region 8 is committed to equipping leaders to recognize and understand the complexities and implications of…
Office Closed
The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25, 2022, in observance of Thanksgiving. If you have an emergency, please call the synod office (570-524-9778) and the voicemail will give you phone numbers that you can call.
Young Adult Fellowship
A reminder that Camp Mount Luther's new Young Adult Fellowship meets via Zoom on the last Wednesday of every month—next time on November 30 at 8 p.m. If you consider yourself a young adult, you are welcome to join us! Questions or want the link? Email [email protected].
CML Advent Holy Hike
We know that Advent can be a busy time. We know you need to take a breath and remember what the season is all about. What better way than to join friends and spend time with God in creation? Camp Mount Luther’s Jim Vitale and Chad Hershberger invite you to join them on an Advent…
Young Adult Fellowship
A reminder that Camp Mount Luther’s new Young Adult Fellowship meets via Zoom on the last Wednesday of every month. On December 28, 2022, we will meet in person at Camp Mount Luther. We will gather for a meal at 6:00 p.m. followed by a short worship and then play some games. If you consider…