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SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:From 9:30-1:00 p.m. at the Synod Office.  Snow Date is January 25.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/synod-council-meeting-12/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200112T130000
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SUMMARY:Solidarity Not Solitary 
DESCRIPTION: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 experiences with spending time in solitary. The goal is to engage and mobilize faith communities to become advocates for reducing the use of solitary confinement in Pennsylvania—a practice that has been recognized as torture by the United Nations and by faith communities throughout our nation.  Click on this link to find the flyer: https://www.pachurchesadvocacy.org/event/solidarity-not-solitary-jan-12/.  The registration page is at https://www.pachurches.org/event/solidarity-not-solitary-january-12-harrisburg/. There is no charge to attend\, but they would like to have registrations so we know how many handouts to prepare and to gauge refreshments.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/solidarity-not-solitary/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191229T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191229T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20191020T021117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T151046Z
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SUMMARY:CML Summer Brochure Release Party
DESCRIPTION: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 the Evergreen Center.  Celebrate the holidays and meet up with camp friends to do crafts\, games\, singing\, eating\, and more.  Members of the 2019 Summer Staff will lead this program!  While the kids are playing with the camp staff\, the annual CAMPERSON MEETING will be at 3:00 p.m.  A camperson is a liaison between camp and your congregations.  They are our ambassadors\, regularly promoting camp news.  Each synod congregation is asked to send a representative to this event to learn more about Mount Luther!  At 3:30\, details will be released for everyone about Summer 2020’s schedule and theme.  You can get your own copy of the summer brochure and start making plans.  You won’t want to miss it!  Camel Bucks for the camp store will be given to those who attend this event.  Campersons will get Camel Bucks for all those who attend from their congregation!  Promote it by using this flyer:  https://www.campmountluther.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/2019-SBRP.pdf
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/cml-summer-brochure-release-party-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191221T150000
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CREATED:20191217T153208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191217T153208Z
UID:4352-1576936800-1576940400@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Longest Night Worship Service
DESCRIPTION: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. This ecumenical\, community worship service is designed to bring peace to those who are experiencing sorrow\, pain or loneliness during the season. We come to share one another’s burdens\, sadness and fears and we gather to offer hope and encouragement to each other. We are not alone. Emmanuel\, God is with us. It was into a world of pain\, hurt and confusion that God came\, in the form and nature of Jesus Christ\, so many years ago and God’s everlasting peace and comforting presence remains with us still. Join us! All are welcome!
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/longest-night-worship-service/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190828T154716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190828T154716Z
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SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:From 9:30-1:00 p.m. at the Synod Office
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/synod-council-meeting-11/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191122
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190614T001626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191115T151153Z
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SUMMARY:ESC Generosity Next
DESCRIPTION:“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! \n  \nReceiving offerings has been an ongoing part of the church’s story\, beginning with the earliest scripture texts. Spirited Generosity: Offering Vitality in the 21st Century will explore the history and theology of the offering\, its spiritual significance\, and how faith communities can continue to make congregational giving a vital practice in 21st-century culture.   Some of the questions that will be addressed include: \n\nWhat changes have you noticed in your offerings?\nHow is the role of offering evolving in worship?\nWhat new practices can bring vitality to your offerings?\n\nThe event will feature these four plenary sessions and leaders: \n\nDr. L. Edward Phillips\, Associate Professor of Worship and Liturgical Theology at Candler School of Theology\, will present an historical and theological review of the offering in Judeo/Christian culture.\nRobert Hay\, Jr.\, Senior Ministry Relations Officer\, Southeast for the Presbyterian Foundation\, will share about cultural influences on the offering including technology\, generational differences\, and the current place of church in society.\nMelvin Amerson\, Stewardship Consultant for the Texas Methodist Foundation\, will give a presentation about the offering as an act of worship\, discipleship\, and mission.\nStewardship and fundraising consultant Lori Guenther Reesor will share a presentation on best practices for the offering and how to make the offering a meaningful moment when faith communities gather.\n\nFor more information about the event check out this site https://stewardshipresources.org/generosity-next/.  To download a flyer for this event\, click here: https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Spirited-Generosity-flyer.pdf.  For more information call 570-524-9778.  TO REGISTER\, click here:  https://tithe.ly/event-registration/#/960522.  For those coming to the synod office live stream\, there is a $30 registration fee\, which includes lunch on the 20th.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/esc-generosity-next/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T200000
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CREATED:20191020T021509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191020T021509Z
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SUMMARY:Mission Trip Planning
DESCRIPTION: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 the Upper Susquehanna Synod Office.  Here is a flyer about the event:  https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PR-Trip-Poster.pdf \n 
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/mission-trip-planning-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191103T163000
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CREATED:20191020T021637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191020T021637Z
UID:4077-1572789600-1572798600@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Luther Rose Lecture
DESCRIPTION: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 the Reformation.  Each of the two lectures will focus on historical grounding as well as contemporary relevance.  The event will be Sunday\, November 3\, 2019\, from 2:00-4:30 p.m. at Palm Lutheran Church\, Palmyra.  The event is free and all are welcome.  Registering prior to the event helps the committee plan appropriate for refreshments\, seating\, and name tags.  Register at PalmLutheran.org/Events/Luther-Rose-Lectures.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/luther-rose-lecture/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T150000
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SUMMARY:Fall Women’s Retreat
DESCRIPTION: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 2\, 2019.  It will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The day will begin with refreshments.   The cost of $20.00 per person includes coffee and tea\, snacks\, lunch\, and the program. You are encouraged to bring a friend!  Registration deadline is October 25.  To register\, contact Mount Luther\, 355 Mt. Luther Lane\, Mifflinburg\, PA  17844.  Checks should be made payable to Camp Mount Luther. If you have questions\, call the camp at (570) 922-1587 or e-mail cml@campmountluther.org.  To view a flyer/registration form\, click here:  https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/2019-Womens-Retreat-Flyer.pdf
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/fall-womens-retreat-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190825T170835Z
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UID:3832-1572631200-1572638400@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Evening at Shade Mountain to Benefit Mount Luther
DESCRIPTION: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 per person.  SPACE IS LIMITED.  Please make your reservations with the camp office at 570-922-1587 or cml@campmountluther.org. If you choose to purchase any bottles of wine that evening\, a portion of the proceeds will be given to Mount Luther.  We ask all participants to make a donation to the camp that evening\, equal or greater to the food and entertainment provided.  Download a flyer/bulletin insert here:  https://www.campmountluther.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/2019-Shade-Mountain-Winery-Flyer.pdf. \n 
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/evening-at-shade-mountain-to-benefit-mount-luther-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191101T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191101T143000
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SUMMARY:Church Women United’s World Community Day
DESCRIPTION: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 women of faith we have a responsibility to reach beyond Christian denominations to brothers and sisters who are Muslim\, Buddhist\, Jewish and many others.  It is a move from an ecumenical to an interfaith orientation. Through mutual respect we can create an inclusive community that is just\, caring and supportive.  World Community Day began in 1943 from discussions at meetings of denominational presidents and executive secretaries asking that a day be set aside for the study of peace by church women.  Although we come with different cultures\, family traditions and religious practices\, those differences provide gifts that we can share with one another.   Join us as we honor and rejoice in those differences that will unite us in new ways and courageously resolve to love all our neighbors as a way to peace.  Refreshments will be served in the church fellowship hall following the celebration. \nCHRISTMAS STOCKING PROJECT:   We will be preparing gift items for over 1\,125 nursing home residents.  We are asking for a $4.00 donation per resident.   Items included in the stockings are: pen\, notebook\, hand cream\, emery board\, tissues\, comb and a Christmas card.   We also prepare 50 gift bags for children who have mothers in the State Correctional Institute at Muncy.  All donations will be used for the Christmas Stocking Project. \nWORKDAY MONDAY:    Filling of the Christmas stockings will be on Monday\, November 18th at Pine Street United Methodist Church\, Williamsport at 9 am.   Thanks to everyone who will be working on this project.  (Parking permits will be available at the church.)
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/church-women-uniteds-world-community-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190921T144626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190921T144713Z
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SUMMARY:LARC Day of Dialog
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nMaria Erling\, Professor of Modern Church History and Global Mission\, United Lutheran Seminary\nEric Failing\, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference\nVery Rev. Dr. Amy Welin\, Rector of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral\, Harrisburg\n\nThe day will also feature prayer together according to the three traditions represented by LARC\, as well lunch together and time for dialogue and discussion.  A flyer and registration form is available here:  https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/2019-LARC-Registration-form.pdf
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/larc-day-of-dialog-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20191020T022119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191020T022119Z
UID:4081-1572080400-1572102000@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:LIRS Entertaining Angels
DESCRIPTION: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\, sojourner\, and stranger.  Lunch will be provided and registration is $15 per person.  This event is shaped by examining the biblical mandate for hospitality; our Lutheran heritage of hospitality; and social and cultural responses to migrants and refugees.  To register\, email brenda@uss-elca.org.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/lirs-entertaining-angels/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190912T172642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T172642Z
UID:3906-1571907600-1571918400@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Religious Security Summit
DESCRIPTION: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.  Currently\, representatives from the following agencies are being asked to attend and speak: \n\nAnti-Defamation League\nPennsylvania State Police\nPennsylvania Homeland Security\nFederal Bureau of Investigation\nSecret Service\nPennsylvania Postal Service\n\nThis program is designed to educate religious leaders about the acts of hate directed toward faith communities and related institutions in Pennsylvania and our nation\, and actions to protect congregations from acts of hate and violence.  This will be a free program for leaders of all faith traditions in South Central Pennsylvania.  After this event\, there is a plan to move this program to other regions of the state.  (This is the first such program).  Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Pennsylvania invites you to RSVP to LAMPa@lutheranadvocacypa.org so they can assess the attendance and help organizers prepare.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/religious-security-summit/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191027
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190902T150928Z
UID:3763-1571529600-1572134399@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Mission Trip
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPRELIMINARY PLANNING AND INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS: (You can attend either\, or both\, or contact us directly if you can’t make either.) \n\nTuesday\, September 17\, 7:00 p.m. at Sharon Lutheran Church\, 120 South Market St. Selinsgrove.\nTuesday\, October 8\, 7:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church\, 47 Walnut St. Milton.\n\nFor more information\, contact: Doug Orbaker at 570-768-6436 or dougorbaker@yahoo.com.  For a flyer about this event\, visit https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/poster-to-send-out.pdf \n  \n 
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/mission-trip-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20191017T155136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191017T155136Z
UID:4061-1571299200-1571331600@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Mission Trip Planning
DESCRIPTION: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 the Upper Susquehanna Synod Office. \nHere is a flyer about the event:  https://www.uss-elca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/PR-Trip-Poster.pdf \n 
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/mission-trip-planning/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190825T171342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190825T171342Z
UID:3834-1570528800-1570550400@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:CML GROW Writer’s Retreat
DESCRIPTION: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 to stay the whole time!  Lunch will be provided.  Please RSVP to the camp office at cml@campmountluther.org or 570-922-1587 before September 30\, 2019.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/cml-grow-writers-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190826T223257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T223257Z
UID:3836-1570370400-1570377600@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:CML Volunteer Brainstorm
DESCRIPTION: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- summer camp programs\, fundraising\, marketing\, facilities\, non-summer events\, or anything else you think might benefit Mount Luther.  We’ll share ideas and organize Camel Crews (task forces) to work on those ideas for the coming year!  If you have questions\, contact the camp office at 570-922-1587 or cml@campmountluther.org \nDownload a flyer to promote it here:  https://www.campmountluther.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/2019-Volunteer-Brainstorm-Flyer.pdf
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/cml-volunteer-brainstorm/
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190828T154638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190828T154638Z
UID:3838-1569058200-1569070800@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:From 9:30-1:00 p.m. at the Synod Office
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/synod-council-meeting-10/
CATEGORIES:Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190909
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190721T133119Z
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SUMMARY:“God’s work.  Our hand.” Day of Service
DESCRIPTION: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 convictions as Lutherans: that all of life in Jesus Christ – every act of service\, in every daily calling\, in every corner of life – flows freely from a living\, daring confidence in God’s grace. \nYou work every day to make your community a better place. Let us continue doing this work together in 2018! Access resources to guide your congregation’s planning\, promotion and more at https://www.elca.org/dayofservice.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/gods-work-our-hand-day-of-service-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190903
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190825T165739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190825T165739Z
UID:3830-1567382400-1567468799@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Labor Day- Office Closed
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/labor-day-office-closed/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190831T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190831T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190614T001328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T001328Z
UID:3670-1567242000-1567252800@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Dandelion Trail Run at CML
DESCRIPTION: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 to do a 5k or 10K (a double loop of the 5K) run.  The 10k distance is included in the Rocksylvania 10k race series. More details on that are available at http://midpenntrailblazers.com/links.html.  Race day registration is $30. Pre-register by August 28 and pay only $25.  Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. on race day.  Spectators are welcome as well. A kid’s fun run will also be held with two age categories:  six and under and 7-10.  Special awards will be presented to every participant in the fun run.  Again this year\, a one-mile fun walk on a dirt road will be held with the same registration fees and amenities applying (or you may just walk without receiving amenities for $10).  Awards will be given for overall male and female race time\, three awards for each age group and an overall master’s for male and female in both the 5K and the 10K.  The awards ceremony will be immediately following the race.  Shower facilities are available after the race.  All miles for the course will be marked and there is one water stop on the course.  Timing will be electronically done.  To register\, visit http://midpenntrailblazers.com/trail-race-events/dandelion-run/dandelion-run.html.  The Dandelion Run\, begun in 2002\, is organized by Joel and Shelley Heasley of Middleburg. It was named in honor and memory of Rev. Glenn E. Heasley\, Jr.\, former Assistant to the Bishop of the Upper Susquehanna Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.  Glenn’s favorite “flower” was the dandelion.  Heasley’s widow\, Shirley\, is also involved in the planning of the race.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/dandelion-trail-run-at-cml-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190815
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190516T133115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T133115Z
UID:3564-1565568000-1565827199@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Misconduct Training
DESCRIPTION:The following is a link to information on a valuable and timely training opportunity for rostered ministers: “Misconduct in Congregations: Moving from Hurt to Wholeness\,” August 12-14\, 2019\, Stow (Akron)\, Ohio.  For event information\, flyer links\, and the online registration form link:  https://conta.cc/2K3iobE.  Workshop presenters include Barbara Keller\, therapist and ELCA consultant for the prevention of misconduct; Beth Marie Halvorsen\, intentional interim pastor and National Association of Lutheran Interim Pastors faculty member; and Marcus Lohrmann\, interim pastor\, Memorial Lutheran Church\, Toledo\, OH\, former interim bishop\, Florida-Bahamas Synod (2017)\, retired after 18 years as bishop of the Northwestern Ohio Synod. \n 
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/misconduct-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190720T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190516T133339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190721T132846Z
UID:3566-1563607800-1563638400@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:USSWO Convention
DESCRIPTION:The Upper Susquehanna Synodical Women’s Organization Annual Convention will be held on Saturday\, July 20\, 2019\, at the Evergreen Center at Camp Mount Luther\, 355 Mt. Luther Lane\, Mifflinburg. Women are asked to be present for this one-day convention as it brings an excellent opportunity for you to meet your sisters from neighboring churches and become informed about the workings of the Women of the ELCA.  The theme for this year’s convention is “Go Worth in Faith\,” based on 2 Corinthians 5:7.  Pastor Jerri Carlin is the worship leader.  The ingathering offering will go to Lutheran Disaster Relief and an in-kind offering will be items for Camp Mount Luther as suggested by the camp.  Registration forms are available at http://www.uss-elca.org/upper-susquehanna-synodical-womens-organization/
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/usswo-convention-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190721
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190108T203324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T203324Z
UID:3184-1563062400-1563667199@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Theological Education with Adults
DESCRIPTION:This program\, sponsored by United Lutheran Seminary\, is open to all people interested in the topic matter. Registrations are available for one day\, part of the week\, or the whole week. The theme for 2019 will center around Biblical Hermeneutics (interpretation of the Bible and texts) using historical and cultural knowledge\, reading through the Lutheran lens. Registration and more detailed information will be available soon.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/theological-education-with-adults/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190721
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190108T203632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T203632Z
UID:3187-1562976000-1563667199@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Theological Education with Youth
DESCRIPTION:This program\, sponsored by United Lutheran Seminary\, is open to youth in grades 9-12 (completed as of June 2019).  The program will focus on how Lutherans read the Bible and engage in response and dialog about our beliefs and how these beliefs meet the needs of our world.  Leadership components will build on how to approach advocacy and practice through the Lutheran lens.  Registration and more detailed information will be available soon.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/theological-education-with-youth/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190710T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190710T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20180805T120224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180805T120245Z
UID:2890-1562778900-1562787000@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Synod Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:At Camp Mount Luther with dinner at 5:15 p.m. and meeting following.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/synod-council-meeting-9/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190705
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190620T134612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190620T134612Z
UID:3694-1562198400-1562284799@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Independence Day Office Closing
DESCRIPTION:The Upper Susquehanna Synod Office will be closed on Thursday\, July 4\, 2019\, in observance of Independence Day.  The office will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Friday\, July 5\, 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.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/independence-day-office-closing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190702T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190516T133440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T133440Z
UID:3568-1562092200-1562097600@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate LOM’s 100th!
DESCRIPTION:July 5 is the date of the 100th anniversary of Lutheran Outdoor Ministry.  In 1919 on that day\, the first Lutheran camp was held near Zelienople\, PA.  The Camp Mount Luther staff invites everyone to come to camp on Tuesday evening\, July 2\, 2019\, to celebrate.  As part of our annual Family Camp\, we’ll be having a campfire and worship service to commemorate the birthday.  It all gets underway at 6:30 p.m.  The program will be held outdoors\, weather permitting\, so bring a lawn chair.  To help us plan\, it would be helpful to have an RSVP to chad@campmountluther.org or call 570-922-1587.
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/celebrate-loms-100th/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190627
DTSTAMP:20260425T195501
CREATED:20190516T133555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T133555Z
UID:3570-1561334400-1561593599@www.uss-elca.org
SUMMARY:From Crib to Cross (Lutheran-Episcopal Retreat)
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Lutheran-Episcopal full communion partnership in a relaxed\, scenic setting in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia through conversations with participants of each tradition.  It will be held at the Shrine Mont Retreat in Orkney Springs\, Virginia\, with keynote speakers Dr. Alyson Barnett-Cowan and Dr. Timothy Wengert.  Register online (and get more information) at www.virginialutheranepiscopal.wordpress.com. \n 
URL:https://www.uss-elca.org/event/from-crib-to-cross-lutheran-episcopal-retreat/
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