Synod Council Meeting
At Camp Mount Luther- 5:15 p.m. dinner with meeting following
Online Book Study
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…
Virtual CML
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,…
Outdoor Worship
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…
Growing Youth Train the Trainer Virtual Gathering
The ELCA Faith Formation Team and The Fuller Youth Institute invite you to the 2020 ELCA Growing Young Train the Trainer Virtual Gathering on August 10-11 from 12:00-6:30 p.m. At least three of our USS youth leaders are planning to attend. There will be time to meet in regions to work on planning on how…
Rostered Leaders Renewal Day
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…
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 5, 2020. 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…
Labor Day- Office Closed
The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Monday, September 7, 20120, in observance of Labor Day. The office will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8, 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 can…
“God’s work. Our hands.” Day of Service
You are invited to add your voices to this year's “God’s work. Our hands.” Day of Service. And, Lutheran Advocacy Ministry of PA can help you take your service to neighbor a step further toward justice through advocacy. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/y8a4p2hu
Synod Council Meeting
On Zoom