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  • Run4Camp

    A new pandemic fundraiser for CML: Run4Camp 5K on All Saints Day: Camp Mount Luther invites you to be part of a fundraiser for camp that is being sponsored by Lutheran Outdoor Ministries. Sixteen Lutheran camps from across the country, including CML, are looking for folks to run/walk/rollerblade/bike/ski/wheelchair (whatever!) on Sunday, November 1, 2020. You…

  • Evening at Shade Mountain to Benefit Mount Luther

    This is a fundraising opportunity to share fellowship, entertainment, and enjoy locally produced wine, all to benefit Camp Mount Luther.  For everyone’s safety, should COVID-19 infections in the area increase significantly, or CDC or PA officials restrict public gatherings, the event will be canceled.  Face coverings and social distancing are expected while in the building. …

  • Virtual Racial Justice Training

    We want to talk about race, racism, and racial justice as a church. We see the need and feel the deep divide in our country and even in some of our communities and congregations. But how do we start? How can we help our church community begin to have conversations about race that are scriptural,…

  • Thanksgiving- Office Closed

    The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 26-27, 2020, in observance of Thanksgiving.  The office will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, November 30, 2020, for appointments only. If you have an emergency, please call the synod office (570-524-9778) and the voicemail will give you phone numbers that you…

  • Boundary Training Zoom Workshop

    Pastor Diane Wheatley, who has led boundary trainings for the Allegheny Synod, will lead this training offered by the Allegheny, Upper Susquehanna, Northwest Pennsylvania, and West Virginia/Western Maryland Synods. Rostered leaders from all four of these synods are encouraged to attend. Rostered Leaders in the ELCA are strongly encouraged to participate in a boundary training…

  • Synod Office Closed

    The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Thursday, December 24, 2020, through Friday, January 1, 2021, in observance of the Christmas and New Years holidays. The office will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, January 3, 2021, for appointments only. If you have an emergency, please call the synod office (570-524-9778) and the…

  • Lessons and Carols for the First Sunday of Christmas

    Our synod staff are providing a recorded service of Lessons and Carols for the First Sunday of Christmas. Congregations that wish to may use this service in place of their usual Sunday worship. The recording will drop on December 26 at 5:00 p.m. on the synod’s YouTube channel and Facebook page.   Here is a link…

  • Synod Office Closed

    The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Monday, January 18, 2021, in observance of Martin Luther King Day.  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.

  • Diocese of Scranton Ecumenical Prayer Service

    The theme of this year's Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, which will take place from January 18-25, is: "Abide in my love... you shall bear much fruit," (John, 15).  This year, because of the pandemic, the Diocese of Scranton commemoration of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will take place in a slightly…

  • Buffalo Valley Lay School of Theology

    The Buffalo Valley Conference of the Upper Susquehanna Synod is excited to once again offer our annual Buffalo Valley Lay School of Theology!  This year, they will be offering multiple workshops running from January 23rdthrough February 14th.  A catalog of offerings is available here:   bit.ly/BVLST2021.  Please note that some workshops gather multiple times over the…

  • Cultivate Generosity with Adaptive Planning

    This online workshop on Thursday, January 28, from 7-8:30 p.m., will help you talk about money and giving without shame, guilt, or short-sighted tactics explore how effective churches and leaders understand financial issues (personal and organizational) consider ministry decisions focused on abundant and adaptive planning learn the one "lever" you can pull to increase giving…

  • CML Virtual Camperson Meeting

    The annual camperson meeting at Camp Mount Luther will be on Sunday, February 7, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. via Zoom.  We have decided to do a virtual meeting so that we might be safer as well as get more people involved.  If you are planning to be your congregation’s camperson, please email chad@campmountluther.org to get…

  • Camp Mount Luther Sunday

    Transfiguration Sunday has been designated by the Upper Susquehanna Synod Council to be recognized each year as “Mount Luther Sunday” to help promote outdoor ministries in the synod.  We hope all of our congregations will join in celebrating outdoor ministries by offering financial support, by keeping the camp staff in prayer, and by participating in…

  • Lutheran Confessions Zoom Course

    The Northwestern Pennsylvania Synod will offer an introductory course in Lutheran Confessions by Zoom, February 20-April 3, 2021, 10:00 a.m.   The course is a portion of the synod’s instructional program for Authorized Lay Worship Leaders. Other interested persons are invited to participate. The Rev. Michael L. Lozano, Bishop will be the instructor. There is…

  • Help Camp Mount Luther During Raise the Region

    Camp Mount Luther is participating in The First Community Foundation Partnership of PA’s “Raise the Region” on March 10-11, 2021.  It is a 30-hour fundraising event starting at 6:00 p.m. and ending the next day at 11:59 p.m.  Money donated by the Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships will help stretch donations made to organizations that day. …

  • Synod Office Closed

    The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Friday, April 2, and Monday, April 5, 2021, in observance of Good Friday and Easter. 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.

  • CML Early Registration Deadline

    Register for summer camp at Mount Luther by midnight on April 15, 2021, to get a discount on your summer camp registration! Or, if you bring a friend to camp who’s never been there, you and the friend (or sibling or church buddy) can both get $25 off your registration! Or first-time campers who attend…

  • Synod Wide Rogation Service

    In partnership with the Lutheran Advocacy Ministry of Pennsylvania (LAMPa), the United Lutheran Seminary (ULS), and the other six ELCA synods of Pennsylvania, a Rogation Service will be held at Camp Mt. Luther at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 1st.   Each of the seven synods will hold a Rogation worship service on their own territory…

  • CML Spring Open House

    New and former campers, family, and friends are invited to the Camp Mount Luther Spring Open House on Sunday, May 2, 2021, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. to enjoy a nice spring day at camp.  Come see what it is like to be a camper, tour our facilities, ask questions, and participate in fun “camp”…

  • Bishop’s Open Golf Tournament

    The annual Bishop Open's Golf Classic is set for May 10, 2021, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club in Shamokin Dam. The tournament benefits Camp Mount Luther and the camp’s annual fund. The camp’s golf tournament committee is currently looking for hole sponsors, silent auction items, and golfers. If you can…

  • CML Spring Work Day

    Practice stewardship through service at camp at Camp Mount Luther at the Annual Spring Work Day on Saturday, May 22, 2021, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  We need your help getting the camp grounds and facilities ready for summer.  There will be plenty to do and everyone in the family can help!  Please bring…

  • Synod Assembly

    This year's Synod Assembly will be all digital!  For more information click here: www.uss-elca.org/assembly

  • A Day in the Life of a Missionary

    The Global Mission Team of the Upper Susquehanna Synod is inviting you to join us for an hour on Saturday, July 17, as we speak with ELCA missionary, Rev. Linda Johnson Seyenkulo.  If you have always wanted to learn what our missionaries do in Liberia, here is your chance to “travel” with her and see…

  • CML Pick-An-Adventure

    Camp Mount Luther is in full swing with their summer programs! There is still time to register for their new Pick-An-Adventure Camp which will be from August 2-6.  This is a week for you to come for a day (or more) and do the activities that you want to do.  Our staff will lead your…

  • Rostered Leaders Renewal Day

    Bishop Collins invites rostered leaders and seminarians to a Renewal Day on August 4, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Camp Mount Luther. This one-day event will include opportunities for worship, conversation, relaxation, recreation, and refreshment. The day begins at 9:00 a.m. and concludes at 3:30 p.m. The campgrounds will be open for exploring all…

  • Summer Institute for Ministry

    Feeling emotionally spent, spiritually absent, and heading toward burnout?  You are not alone!  Join us for the 2021 ULS Summer Institute at Claggett Retreat Center in the rolling hills of Maryland where we’ll begin to breathe out the feelings of guilt, cynicism, and confrontation, and explore ways to be resilient, hold holy space, address struggles,…

  • Summer Institute for Ministry

    Feeling emotionally spent, spiritually absent, and heading toward burnout?  You are not alone!  Join us for the 2021 ULS Summer Institute at Claggett Retreat Center in the rolling hills of Maryland where we’ll begin to breathe out the feelings of guilt, cynicism, and confrontation, and explore ways to be resilient, hold holy space, address struggles,…

  • 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 4, 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…

  • Synod Office Closed

    The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021, in observance of Labor Day. 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.

  • “God’s work. Our hand.” Day of Service

    Save the date! “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday will be Sunday, September 12, 2021. This day is an opportunity to celebrate who we are as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – one church, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. Service activities offer an opportunity for us to explore one of our…

  • CML Fall Frisbee Funday

    On October 3, we will be hosting Fall Frisbee Funday at Camp Mount Luther. At 3:00 p.m., the director will be at the A-Center for anyone who would like to play a round of Frisbee Golf. No need to sign-up, just show up to play.

  • Run4Camp 5K

    Camp Mount Luther invites you to be part of a fundraiser for camp that is being sponsored by Lutheran Outdoor Ministries.  Lutheran camps from across the country, including CML, are looking for folks to run/walk/rollerblade/bike/ski/wheelchair (whatever!) on Sunday, October 24, 2021 (or another date of your choosing).  You will enter with a $25 registration fee…

  • An Opportunity for Church Musicians and All who Sing or Play Hymns 

    This will be presented by Dr. Karl Moyer of Lancaster, organist and retired professor, on Saturday, October 30, 9:00-12:30, at Weber Chapel on the campus of Susquehanna University, Selinsgrove. His topic is titled "Authenticity in Hymn Singing, Translating Theology into Organ Sound," addressing how different church bodies' hymnody reflects their theology, citing Middle Ages, Moravian,…

  • Evening at Shade Mountain to Benefit Mount Luther

    This is a fundraising opportunity to share fellowship, entertainment, and locally produced wine, all to benefit Camp Mount Luther.  It’s held at Shade Mountain Winery, 16140 Route 104, Middleburg, PA.   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, November 5, 2021. …

  • Buffalo Valley Conference Advent Bonfire

    All are invited to gather with Lutherans from around the Buffalo Valley for a time of community and worship at Zion, Turbotville, as we transition into the season of Advent. Bring along a dinner to cook over the fire or grill! Check out the Buffalo Valley Conference Facebook page for more details.  The event begins…

  • Synod Office Closed

    The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26, 2021, 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.

  • Winter Solstice Gathering for Rostered Leaders 

    Rostered leaders and their family are invited to come together to celebrate the Winter Solstice on Tuesday, December 21st, which will take place at Camp Mt. Luther from 9:30 to 2:30.  Come and step away from the busyness of the season and find rest as we take note of the day with the shortest amount of…

  • Office Closed

    The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed from Friday, December 24 to Friday, December 31, in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The office will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, January 3, 2022. If you have an emergency, please call the synod office (570-524-9778) and the voicemail will give you phone…

  • Service of Lessons and Carols

    The synod created a lessons and carols service for the first Sunday of the Christmas season, December 26th. You are welcome to use this virtual service in place of or supplemental to your normal Sunday worship. The video and accompanying bulletin are linked below: Video:  https://youtu.be/CexLu9l8J4A PDF Bulletin:  https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Lessons-and-Carols-for-Christmas-12.26.2021.pdf Word Bulletin:  https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Lessons-and-Carols-for-Christmas-12.26.2021.docx

  • LARC Day of Dialog

    Join members of the three communions interested in the Church’s role in Dismantling Racism, at the Diocese of Harrisburg, 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111 The conference begins at 10:00 AM and ends at 2:00 PM. Lunch will be provided for those who attend in person. Livestreaming will be available with advance registration.  The…

  • Office Closed

    The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. 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.