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25th Annual
Synod Assembly
May 31 - June 2, 2012
Messiah College
Grantham, PA
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Our deepest sympathy is extended to the family of Marie Dietrich, who died on June 6, 2012, at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Marie was the widow of the Rev. Gerhard Dietrich, who served Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra from 1956 until 1984.
The family will receive visitors at Palm Lutheran Church on Friday, June 15, from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. The funeral service will be held at Palm Lutheran Church on Saturday, June 16, beginning at 11:00 AM. The church is located at 11 West Cherry Street, Palmyra, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Reverend Gerhard and Marie Dietrich Scholarship Fund at the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia. |
 Trinity Lutheran Church, 2000 Chestnut Street, Camp Hill, invites everyone to the first concert in the 2012 Summer Sundae Concert series on Sunday, June 24. The series includes three free contemporary Christian music concerts, held on the fourth Sundays of the summer months. The events will be held outdoors on the church grounds from 6:30 PM until 7:30 PM. Trinity's praise band, FaithX, will perform familiar music of the contemporary Christian music genre. Free ice cream sundaes will be served during the concert. Bring your own comfortable lawn chairs. In event of inclement weather, the concert will be held indoors. Read more...
Two Opportunities to hear
St. Luke Lutheran Concert
Handbell Choir
Zion Lutheran Church
49 Hanover St.
Glen Rock, PA
Thursday, June 28
7:30 p.m.
Zion Lutheran Church
1905 Broad Street
East Petersburg, PA
Saturday, June 30
7:30 p.m.
The Concert Handbell Choir from Gales Ferry, CT, is comprised of high school students playing five octaves of handbells and five octaves of melody chimes. Their repertoire includes a wide variety of sacred, classical, and popular music. The group has traveled widely and has a rich performance history. They have toured England twice, played in the US Coast Guard Band Christmas programs and participated in numerous festivals. The concert is free. A freewill offering will be received. |
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Vacation Bible School for All Ages |
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 Forgiven to Forgive
June 25-28
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Hershey is offering a unique Vacation Bible School program for all ages! Focusing on the gift of forgiveness, "Forgiven to Forgive," looks at forgiveness through the lens of film, music and art. The program is designed for kids and adults. Children will learn about forgiveness through exploring Jesus' parables and adults will explore forgiveness through different media forms with specialists presenting in each area. Click here to learn more about the adult program. For more information and to download a poster, click here. All are welcome!
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Two Opportunities to Help Defeat Malaria! |
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 Malaria Facts
- 9 to 10 of the 800,00 people who die from malaria each year live in Africa.
- An African child has an average of 1.6 and 5.4 episodes of malaria each year.
- In countries with high rates of malaria, the disease accounts for up to 60% of health clinic visits and 50% of hospital stays.
Contribute to the campaign against malaria through:
- The ELCA Malaria Campaign - the ELCA Malaria Campaign is joining hands with eleven Lutheran church bodies in Africa and committing to raise $15 million to help prevent, treat and educate communities in Africa about malaria. For more information about the ELCA Malaria Campaign and how to make a donation, click here. To give through your congregation, make a check payable to your congregation indicating "ELCA Malaria Campaign" in the memo line.
- The Lutheran Malaria Initiative (LMI) - LMI is a project of Lutheran World Relief and The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod and is made possible from support from the United Nations Foundation. Read more and learn how to make a donation. To give through your congregation, make a check payable to your congregation indicating "Lutheran Malaria Initiative" in the memo line.
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Congregational Heritage Workshops Scheduled |
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 The Lutheran Historical Society of the Mid-Atlantic, an ELCA historical organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Lutheran heritage and historical resources in the Mid-Atlantic region, will host a series of Congregational Heritage Workshops on the campus of the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg. Date: Saturday, September 15. Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Read more...
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Apply Now for ELCA Domestic Hunger Grant |
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 The application process is now open for agencies wishing to apply for a 2013 ELCA Domestic Hunger Grant. Click here to download application information. Deadline is Monday, July 9.
Did you know that seven agencies in the Lower Susquehanna Synod received ELCA Domestic Hunger Grants in 2012? Click here to view a list and read more about the 2012 grant recipients.
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Employment listings are provided to synod congregations and related agencies free of charge. This service is made possible by your Mission Support of Lower Susquehanna Synod and ELCA. Please provide a brief position description and contact information (as below) and a link to a complete position description on your web site (if desired). Send information to Pam Drenner at pdrenner@lss-elca.org. Positions are posted for 60 days unless extended. Click here for a complete listing of current employment opportunities.
 Congregation: St. Matthew, Plainfield
Position: Organist/Pianist
Posted: 6/11/2012
St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church, Plainfield, is seeking a permanent or long-term organist/pianist/accompanist. We are seeking an organist/pianist to lead music for a weekly Sunday 10:00 AM worship service, provide accompaniment for choir rehearsal, and to provide music for additional services throughout the church year. Knowledge of Lutheran liturgical traditions or a willingness to learn is helpful. Knowledge of traditional and contemporary musical styles for worship is desired. The qualified candidate will collaborate creatively with the pastor and church council in planning worship, choose appropriate music and work with the choir. This is a permanent position. Salary is negotiable. Contact St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church at (717) 243-6617 or submit your resume and cover letter for consideration. The church is located at 2070 Newville Road, Plainfield, PA 17081.
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Carings and Sharings is the e-newsletter of the Lower Susquehanna Synod. Its purpose is the sharing of news and events which raise up the mission and ministry of the synod and ELCA in our congregations, our synod, and the broader church. It is not intended to be an endorsement of every activity. Comments about this newsletter may be sent to Pam Drenner, editor, pdrenner@lss-elca.org. |
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