Events

Camp Mount Luther will be holding a 5- and 10- kilometer trail run race at the camp on Saturday, August 31, 2019.  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…

The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2019, in observance of Labor Day. The office will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3, 2019. 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.

Save the date! “God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday will be Sunday, September 8, 2019. 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 most basic…

From 9:30-1:00 p.m. at the Synod Office

Be part of a new camp event on Sunday, October 6, 2019, from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. at the Evergreen Center at Camp Mount Luther.  Everyone, but most especially campers, parents, alumni staff, camp friends, and anyone interested in our outdoor ministry is invited to come to this new, exciting event.  Bring your ideas for camp-…

Anyone wishing to come and write devotions for Camp Mount Luther’s First Light Digital Devotions is welcome to join other writers on October 8, 2019.  The retreat will be from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Evergreen Center.  It will be a day of writing and sharing resources for devotional writing.  You don’t need…

Upper Susquehanna Synod and the Northumberland Presytery of the Presbyterian Church (USA) are sponsoring another mission/work trip to hurricane ravaged areas of North Carolina.  The trip will be October 20-26, 2019, and the cost will be $100 plus transportation.  All levels of experience are needed. PRELIMINARY PLANNING AND INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS: (You can attend either, or…

As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Tree of Life shooting in Squirrel Hill, the Pennsylvania Public Safety Agencies of Governor Wolf and the Anti-Defamation League will be hosting a Religious Security Summit on Thursday October 24, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 140 Main Capitol Room (House Majority Caucus Room)– Pennsylvania Capitol. …

Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) will be hosting an Entertaining Angels training at First Lutheran Church, Mifflinburg, on October 26, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  This is a new LIRS initiative to accompany people of faith as they hear a call to welcome and love their neighbor and extend hospitality to alien,…

LARC Day of Dialog is set for Monday, October 28, 2019.  The event is held at the Catholic Center on Union Deposit Road in Harrisburg, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  This year’s Day of Dialogue topic will be: “Division in Society, Division in the Church: Healing and Hope for the 21st Century“.  Speakers will be:…

Church Women United's World Community Day service will be held Friday, November 1, 2019, at Pine Street United Methodist Church, 441 Pine Street, Williamsport at 1:30 in the afternoon.  The theme is The Time is Now! “Resolve to Love.”  The scripture is Colossians 3:14. World Community Day 2019 focuses on global peace and justice.  As…

Come to Shade Mountain Winery to share fellowship, entertainment, and enjoy locally produced wine, all to benefit Camp Mount Luther.  The event runs from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Entertainment will be provided by KJ Reimensnyder-Wagner, a local musician who sings folk music.  The menu will include heavy appetizers, dessert, and one glass of wine…

All local women are invited to be participants at the Fall Women’s Retreat sponsored by Camp Mount Luther and the Upper Susquehanna Synodical Women’s Organization.  The day-long retreat will feature a presentation led by Rev. Sarah Hershberger titled, “We All Are One in Mission.”  The retreat will take place at the camp on Saturday, November…

The 2019 Luther Rose Lecture, “Moving Forward in Faith” will be held in November.  The fifth anniversary of the Luther Rose Lectures welcomes keynote speaker Rev. Dr. Philip D. W. Krey.  He is a renowned speaker with a special history in the interpretation and spirituality of the Bible in the early and medieval church, including…

More than two years ago Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico.  Thousands of homes are still covered with nothing but a blue tarp.   The Upper Susquehanna Synod and the Northumberland Presbytery are going to help on January 4-11, 2020.   A planning meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. at…

“Spirited Generosity: Offering Vitality in the 21st Century” will be held November 20-21, 2019.  It will be live-streamed at the Upper Susquehanna Synod Office from the conference in Atlanta, GA.  This event is for anyone, not just clergy!   Receiving offerings has been an ongoing part of the church’s story, beginning with the earliest scripture…

From 9:30-1:00 p.m. at the Synod Office

The Community Longest Night Worship Service will be held on Saturday, December 21, at 2:00 p.m. at Covenant Central Presbyterian Church (807 West Fourth St., Williamsport) A time of fellowship and light refreshments will follow the service. In this season, when the world seems overcome with joy, many of us find ourselves feeling other emotions.…

Camp Mount Luther is hosting this event again for everyone to learn about their Summer 2020 programs.  Everyone, but most especially campers, parents, alumni staff, and potential campers and families are invited to come to this exciting winter camp event!   It will be held on Sunday, December 29, 2019, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in…

A program called “Solidarity Not Solitary” is scheduled for Sunday, January 12, 2020, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Harrisburg. In this program, important information on the use of solitary confinement will be shared.  The program will engage participants in experiential learning and have formerly incarcerated persons tell their stories about their personal…

From 9:30-1:00 p.m. at the Synod Office.  Snow Date is January 25.

A Church Leader’s Day for all congregation council members and rostered leaders will be held on February 1, 2020, at Christ’s Lutheran Church, Lewisburg, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  New to council?  Get off to a good start with spiritual grounding and practical tools.  Been on council often and for a long time?  Refresh…

WV-WMD is offering an event this February, titled, "Sharing the Gospel in the 'Age of the Spirit,'" with The Rev. Dr. Cheryl Peterson.  It will will be held February 4-5 at Mary Help of Christians in Huttonsville, WV.  Peterson serves as Professor of Theology and also as Associate Dean for Academics, Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Capitol…

A Youth and Young Adult Summit will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2020, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm at Camp Mount Luther. This will coincide with the GROW in the Snow Youth retreat.  Lunch is included and you are invited to stay for closing worship with the Youth Retreat. There is no cost…

Are you looking for a continuing ed event to inspire, encourage & challenge your ministry? Would Florida in February be a blessing?  Consider attending the Ignite the Church Conference in Orlando, Florida, February 11-13. In addition to four large group gatherings with talks and panel discussions on topics related to Congregational Vitality, there will be…

This is a program sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Central PA, held at Camp Mount Luther.  Because of the synod and camp’s partnership with the diocese, Lutheran youth are welcome and encouraged to attend. All youth in grades 9-12 are invited for an exciting weekend of fun, friendship, and faith!  Youth leadership is a…

The Upper Susquehanna Synod Council has designated that Transfiguration Sunday each year be recognized as “Mount Luther Sunday” to help promote outdoor ministries in the synod. Members of USS congregations are encouraged to celebrate outdoor ministries on this day, February 23, 2020. Mount Luther is an extension of the ministry that is done in local…

Camp Mount Luther is participating in “Raise the Region” on March 11-12, 2020.  The event, coordinated by The First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania, helps the community support local nonprofit organizations’ fundraising efforts.  FCFP, in partnership with Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships, will be launching the 30-hour fundraising event starting at 6:00 p.m. on March 11…

This event will be from 2:00-5:30 p.m. at United In Christ, West Milton, and will feature workshops and educational opportunities surrounding scripture, sacraments, and current events.  Each workshop session will feature four workshops and there will be two time slots.  Between sessions, Holden Evening Prayer will be done.  The conference extends an invitation to all…

Building Safer and More Welcoming Congregations for LGBTQ+ Youth The subtitle says it all: this is a day to help equip congregations around issues of safety and welcome for LGBTQ+ youth! This is an event for Senior High Youth, Pastors, Youth Leaders, Parents, and other Congregational Leaders. Faith, Hope & Love 2020 will be held March 21,…

The Lutheran Historical Society of the MidAtlantic is offering “Celebrating Your History … For the Future” on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at the Gettysburg campus of United Lutheran Seminary. This Congregational Heritage Workshop will be a day of educational sessions on keeping archives, planning major anniversaries, writing meaningful history, and much more. If your congregation…

Due to the coronavirus, Camp Mount Luther has decided that they are going to extend the early registration deadline and discount until the end of the summer. So, everyone can take advantage of the early registration discount of $25 no matter when you register. There will also not be any late fees added this summer.…

From 9:30-1:00 p.m. at the Synod Office

Camp Mount Luther’s Spring Open House, scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2020, has been cancelled due to the coronavirus.  If the camp is able to hold physical summer camp this year, they will schedule a time for first-time campers who want to visit camp prior to their arrival.  

This event has been POSTPONED. Check back for new dates and registration information. Reflection, Rest, and Renewal: A time away along streams of living water Upper Susquehanna Synod 2020 Bishop’s Retreat May 6-8, 2020 Camp Hebron (www.camphebron.org) 957 Camp Hebron Road, Halifax PA 17032 Register Now With credit card  OR  Pay by check (payable to Upper Susquehanna Synod). The…

The annual Bishop’s Open Golf Classic scheduled for May 11, 2020, has been postponed until September 21, 2020, with the same schedule.  Registration starts at 11 with lunch following and a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club in Shamokin Dam.   Snacks and prizes after golfing.  The tournament benefits Camp Mount…

Camp Mount Luther's Annual Spring Work Day, scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2020, has been cancelled due to the coronavirus.  As they get closer to summer camp, they will announce plans for congregations to come clean their adopted cabins.  If needed, they may also plan small work parties to get things ready for our summer…

LAMPa's traditional day to gather in the Capitol is being revised this year in response to COVID-19. Similarly to congregations, LAMPa is working to provide a virtual offering. As plans move forward we will be in touch. Please continue to save May 18!  

This is now a free event.  Visit https://www.festivalofhomiletics.com/ for more information.

Join in this Zoom event.  A link will be sent after registration and before the start of the conference.  It will be held on Thursday, May 28, from 5:30- 9:00 p.m. and Friday, May 29, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.   Join Keynoters Tod Bolsinger and Peter Steinke offering presentations on "Hope and the Mountain…

At Camp Mount Luther- 5:15 p.m. dinner with meeting following

I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness Online Book Study Offered by Deacon Marsha Roscoe through Breathing in Christ “The work of anti-racism is becoming a better human to other humans,” shares Austin Channing in the June 10, 2020 Unlocking Us podcast hosted by Brene Brown. “Have we built the capacity to care more about others than…

Mount Luther is gearing up for their alternative summer camping season for 2020.   While traditional residential and off-site camps were cancelled due to the pandemic, Mount Luther’s “Camp COVID-19 in ‘20” is in full swing with a number of activities.  On Wednesday, July 15, returning summer staff began three weeks of leadership training, service work,…

Everyone is invited to join the 2020 Staff of CML for worship on Sunday, August 2nd at 7:00 p.m., sponsored by the Buffalo Valley Conference. We will celebrate the ministry we share as a synod at the camp. Bring lawn chairs and be prepared to practice social distancing as we worship outdoors. Park at the…

Bishop Collins invites rostered leaders and their families to a Renewal Day on August 13, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Camp Mount Luther.  Current events have added tension to the already stressful lives of our rostered leaders. Thanks to our synod council, the Bishop’s Retreat planning team, and the generosity of the ELCA Mission…