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…
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. …
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Office Closed
The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed from Friday, December 23 to Monday, January 2, in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The office will reopen at…
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…
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 January 25, 2023, we will for check-ins and Bible…
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 January 25, 2023, we will meet at 8:00 p.m.…
Taste of Camp Mount Luther
Hungry for camp but can't wait until the summer? Always wanted to try camp but not sure you'll like it? Camp Mount Luther has an event for you! On February…
Camp Mount Luther Sunday
The Upper Susquehanna Synod Council has designated Transfiguration Sunday each year as “Mount Luther Sunday” to help promote outdoor ministries in the synod. Members of USS congregations are encouraged to celebrate…
Raise the Region
Camp Mount Luther is participating in The First Community Foundation Partnership of PA’s “Raise the Region” on March 8-9, 2023. It is a 30-hour fundraising event starting at 6:00 p.m.…
GROW in the Snow
GROW in the Snow Looks at Baptism: All youth in 6-12th grade and their youth leaders are invited to attend this synod youth retreat on March 17-18. The theme of…
SINDR Work Trip
WE ARE GOING BACK TO WORK IN TORNADO-RAVAGED WESTERN KENTUCKY JOIN US TO BE PART OF THIS WORK WHAT: Mission/Work Trip sponsored by SINDR (Susquehanna Interdenominational Network for Disaster Relief)…
Camp Mount Luther Early Registration
Early Deadline: Register for summer camp at Mount Luther by midnight on April 15, 2023, to get a discount on your summer camp registration! Or, if you bring a friend…
Lutheran Day at the Capitol
Mark your calendar and plan to join Lutherans from around the state for a day of worship, learning and advocacy on April 27, 2023. Plan to stay for a dinner celebration…
WELCA Day of Renewal
USSWO Day of Renewal will be April 29. Register early for a great program: https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Day-of-Renewal-Registration-Form-2023.doc
Bishop’s Open
The annual Bishop Open's Golf Classic is set for May 8, 2023, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club in Shamokin Dam. The tournament benefits Camp Mount…
Festival of Homiletics
The Festival of Homiletics starts soon, and Luther Seminary couldn’t be more excited! From May 15 – 18, 2023, you’ll have the chance to hear respected and thoughtful speakers present…
CML Spring Work Day
Practice stewardship through service at camp at Camp Mount Luther at the Annual Spring Work Day on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We need your…
Synod Assembly
The Upper Susquehanna Synod Assembly for this year is being planned at Susquehanna University. The planning team is busy working on preliminary preparations for the event. Voting members from each…
Youth Mission Trip
This summer Allegheny Synod is sending a youth mission trip to Florida to help with hurricane relief from July 1-8. The plan is to take a bus from State College…
Rostered Ministers Gathering
All ELCA deacons, pastors, and bishops (under call, on leave or disability, retired, or an approved candidate for call) are invited to come to the desert — a place where…
Women’s Convention
The 35th Convention of the Women of the Upper Susquehanna Synod, to be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at our beautiful camp just outside Mifflinburg. Camp Mount Luther's Evergreen…
God’s Love Made Real
Join ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton for a conversation about God’s Love Made Real. This ELCA movement encourages us to create a world experiencing the difference God’s grace and love…
Pixels for Peace
Pixels for Peace: Digital Peacebuilding Webinar August 27 @ 6 - 7p.m. OR September 12 @ 12:30-1:30 As Christians, we are called to be peacemakers. This work is deeply needed in…
CML Dandelion Run
Camp Mount Luther 355 Mt. Luther Lane, Mifflinburg, PA, United StatesFor more information, visit https://www.campmountluther.org/events/
Holy Communion Refresher for ALWLs
Upper Susquehanna Synod Office 100 Mahoning St, Milton, United StatesOn Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon, Bishop Miller will present a practicum to include a refresher about presiding over Holy Communion as well as some…
“God’s work. Our hands.” Day
For more information, visit https://www.uss-elca.org/sep-8-gods-work-our-hands-day/
Pixels for Peace
Pixels for Peace: Digital Peacebuilding Webinar August 27 @ 6 - 7p.m. OR September 12 @ 12:30-1:30 As Christians, we are called to be peacemakers. This work is deeply needed in…
Discernment Event
Have you ever wondered about theological education? The ELCA seminaries would like to help you learn more about your seminary options and explore with you where God might be calling…
Synod Youth: Game Night
Christ's Lutheran Church, Lewisburg 100 S. Third St, Lewisburg, PA, United StatesThe 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…
Deadline for Seafarers Bags
Since 2011, our synod has been providing “Christmas-at-Sea” gift bags for ships’ crews that come into East Coast ports during the Advent and Christmas seasons. The synod invites congregations and…
Fall Bishop’s Day
Camp Mount Luther 355 Mt. Luther Lane, Mifflinburg, PA, United StatesThe next Bishop’s Day of 2024 is scheduled for October 10, at Camp Mount Luther. This day is available for clergy and lay leaders. Please bring whatever you would like…
Reception for Liberian Missionary
Camp Mount Luther 355 Mt. Luther Lane, Mifflinburg, PA, United StatesThe 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…
World Food Day
Join ELCA World Hunger for a celebration of World Food Day and the 50th anniversary of ELCA World Hunger! This special online event will be hosted by the Rev. Amy…
Blanket Sunday Collection
Faith Lutheran, Lewisburg 2349 Old Turnpike Road, Lewisburg, United StatesBLANKET SUNDAY IS OCTOBER 6, 2024 Sponsored jointly by the Women of the ELCA and the Committee for Global Missions, the collection will be Saturday, October 19, from 9:00 a.m.…
A Variety of Gifts
Milton Lutheran Church 1125 Mahoning St, Milton, PA, United StatesWorkshops include: No pastor? No problem! Choosing Hymns, connecting them with the liturgy Mission Workshop Engaging with your community Time built in for fellowship and collaboration
Youth Mystery Night
St. Matthew's Lutheran Church 3249 N Old Trail, Shamokin Dam, United StatesThe next synod youth event is this Sunday! RSVP by October 19 here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmZ2b9LzjZpyIDVQb3g-hGbD_GTq0IzuYh3AYAJSr-pvzXkQ/viewform
CML Evening at Shade Mountain
Shade Mountain Winery 53 D and H Ave, Danville, United StatesCamp Mount Luther invites you to an Evening at Shade Mountain Winery, 16140 Route 104, Middleburg. The event will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Food…
Fall Frisbee Fun Day
Camp Mount Luther 355 Mt. Luther Lane, Mifflinburg, PA, United StatesFall Frisbee Fun Day! Ready to enjoy a fall day outdoors and get some exercise? Everyone is invited to come to Camp Mount Luther on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at…
Service of Unity
Gathered Together, Sent Together: Services of Unity As we move ever closer to this year’s presidential election, we are reminded of the need for us to be unified under God’s…
Deadline for Seafarers Bags
Deadline for Seafarer Bags is Coming! Since 2011, our synod has been providing “Christmas-at-Sea” gift bags for ships’ crews that come into East Coast ports during the Advent and Christmas…
Service of Unity
Gathered Together, Sent Together: Services of Unity As we move ever closer to this year’s presidential election, we are reminded of the need for us to be unified under God’s…
Good Shepherd Discipleship Day
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 1600 Fowler Ave, Berwick, PA, United StatesJoin Good Shepherd, Berwick for a transformative day of discipleship as we explore the call to follow Jesus. Through engaging sessions, inspiring teachings, and meaningful discussions, we will deepen our…
Synod Council Meeting
Location: Trinity, McAlisterville
Synod Youth Ping Pong Tournament
Sharon Lutheran Church 120 S Market Street, Selinsgrove, PA, United StatesDo you enjoy church but wish there were more kids your own age? Well then we have good news for you! You are invited to the Upper Susquehanna Synod Youth…
Bishop’s Day
Upper Susquehanna Synod Office 100 Mahoning St, Milton, United StatesBishop Miller invites Rostered and Lay leaders of the synod to the next Bishop’s Day, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., December 12, 2024, at the synod office, 100 Mahoning Street,…
Advent Holy Hike
The staff at Camp Mount Luther knows this time of year is a busy one. They know you need to take a breath and remember what the season is all…
Youth Christmas Party
Do you enjoy church but wish there were more kids your own age? Well then we have good news for you! You are invited to the Upper Susquehanna Synod Youth…
Winterfest
YOU are invited to WINTERFEST 2025 The Upper Susquehanna Synod is looking to send as many youth as we can to Winterfest. Winterfest is a weekend of faith-formation with senior…
Synod Council Meeting
Online
Synod Youth Ministry Trivia Night
Milton Lutheran Church 1125 Mahoning St, Milton, PA, United StatesDo you enjoy church but wish there were more kids your own age? Well then we have good news for you! You are invited to the Upper Susquehanna Synod Youth…
Bishop’s Day
Bishop Miller invites Rostered and Lay leaders of the synod to Bishop’s Day, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., February 20, 2025, at the synod office, 100 Mahoning Street, Milton*. Pastor…
Taste of Camp
Camp Mount Luther 355 Mt. Luther Lane, Mifflinburg, PA, United StatesHungry for camp but can't wait until the summer? Always wanted to try camp but not sure you'll like it? Camp Mount Luther has an event for you! On February…
CML Fundraising Dinner
Camp Mount Luther 355 Mt. Luther Lane, Mifflinburg, PA, United StatesJoin Camp Mount Luther on Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Evergreen Center at the camp for a Fundraising Dinner! The dinner will be…
Camp Mount Luther Sunday
Members of the congregations of the Upper Susquehanna Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) will celebrate outdoor ministries in February. Synod congregations will join to celebrate the…