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
Bishop’s Open Golf Classic
Registrations are being accepted for the 15th Annual Bishop’s Open Golf Classic, which benefits Camp Mount Luther of Mifflinburg. Golfers are invited to participate in the tournament to be held on Monday, September 21, 2020, at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club in Shamokin Dam. This fundraiser benefits the camp’s ministry in running a summer camp…
Drive Through Turkey Dinner
A “Drive Through” Turkey Dinner will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2020, starting at 3:30 p.m. until sold out, at Christ’s United (4 Bells) Lutheran Church, 3.5 miles west of Mifflinburg on PA Route 45. (Christ’s United Address: 13765 Old Turnpike Road, Millmont, PA 17845.) Dinners include Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Gravy and Vegetable. …
Blanket Sunday
Blanket Sunday is October 4, 2020. The container will be at the Synod Office on October 10, 2020, from 9-3. This is not a group gathering, and Lutheran World Relief will need supplies this year more than ever, especially blankets, quilts and health kits. For more information, contact Sue Baylor at 570-279-4766 If you need…
Youth Retreat: All Hallows Eve Celebration
October 31- November 1: Youth Retreat: All Hallows Eve Celebration The Episcopal Diocese of Central PA is sponsoring this event at Camp Mount Luther and invites youth from synod congregations to attend! Their goal for this event is to have fun while following social distancing guidelines. The Diocese of Central PA youth committee will follow…