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Service of Ordination - Friday, August 3 |
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 Elizabeth Garber Martini and Del Akech Del will be ordained into the holy ministry of Word and Sacrament during a Celebration of Holy Eucharist on Friday, August 3, 2012 at 7:00 PM. Bishop Hoover will preach and preside at the Eucharist and the rite of ordination which will take place at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1000 N. Front Street, Liverpool, PA.
Elizabeth has been called to serve as pastor at Christ, Duncannon. Del, candidate for ordination through the Theological Education for Emerging Ministries (TEEM) process, has been called as Pastor Evangelist to African Nationals through the Harrisburg Sudanese Worshipping Community.
The service will include a Rite of Thanksgiving at Retirement for the Rev. David R. Fisher, assistant to the bishop for evangelical mission.
Rostered leaders are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is red.
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So, what is the TEEM process? |
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 You've just read about Del Akech Del, a candidate for ordination through the Theological Education for Emerging Ministries (TEEM) process. What does this mean?
TEEM, one of the means for theological education in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) - responds to the missional needs of the church. The program takes into consideration the leadership gifts, ministry skills, cultural learning styles/experiences and/or the age of a candidate when establishing expectations for preparation as an ordained minister in this church.
Emerging ministries are missional Word and Sacrament worshipping communities. Any of the following may qualify:
- Ethnic-specific, multicultural, or recent immigrant ministries
- Small membership rural or urban congregations where the bishop has difficulty identifying a candidate for call
- New Mission Starts authorized through normal ELCA processes
- Redevelopment ministries authorized through normal ELCA processes
- Deaf ministry settings
Want to know more? Read "Rethinking Theological Education Again." This article, written by Phyllis Anderson, was published in the March/April 2010 edition of Lutheran Partners magazine.
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 Bishop's Convocation
Friday, September 14 (Holy Cross Day)
Trinity Lutheran Church
Camp Hill, PA
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
An event for rostered and lay leaders
Presenter: Bishop Richard H. Graham
Metropolitan - Washington, DC Synod
"Living into a New Landscape"
As God reforms local congregations for the new landscape of church and world, how is God shaping the future of our life together as synod? Join the conversation at the annual Bishop's Convocation! Cost: $25 (includes breakfast refreshments and lunch). Online registration is now open.
Criminal Justice System Ministry Workshop
Saturday, October 6
Trindle Spring Lutheran Church
Mechanicsburg, PA
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Facilitator: Pastor Oliver Brown
Member - ELCA Criminal Justice Social Statement Task Force
An event for lay and rostered leaders
This workshop will feature:
- an opportunity for a "walk" through, dialogue and feedback about the proposed Social Statement on Criminal Justice
- an overview of the work of Lower Susquehanna Synod Criminal Justice System Ministry task force
- time to connect with others around our synod who are interested in Criminal Justice System Ministry
Register online...
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Register Now for Faith Formation Event |
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November 16-17, 2012
Zion Lutheran Church
York, PA
Is your congregation looking to strengthen faith formation with children and families?
This two-day conference will feature practical and theologically strong tools for creating congregational ministries that equip adults and children as partners in the faith formation process. And, it's affordable! The $25 registration fee includes presentations and conversations with the teaching team from Vibrant Faith Ministries, lunches, and a dessert reception.
Click here to register for the event or download an event brochure.
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Living Well News and Events |
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Wellness in the Church and the Community
Thursday, September 27
Camp Hill United Methodist Church
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Presenter: Dr. Scott Morris
Executive Director
Church Health Center of Memphis, TN
Breakout sessions include:
- Wellness in the Neighborhood
- Nutritional Wellness at Church Functions
- Wellness in Aging
- Emotional Well-being and Prayer
- Exercise and Scripture
Sponsored by Central PA Parish Nurses. Read more and download a registration brochure.
 Healthy Soul Workout
Zion Lutheran Church
York, PA
Presenter: The Rev. Fred Shilling
Just as the body needs a physical workout to be healthy, so the soul thrives on a daily healthy workout. Click here to learn more about this six session course (beginning August 6) that includes Scripture explorations, presentations on components of a healthy soul and prayer. For more information, call Pastor Fred at 717.767.4673 or 717.637.0185
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 Lutheran Historical Society Announces Contest
The Lutheran Historical Society of the Mid-Atlantic is sponsoring a contest for students in grades 6 through 12 to foster awareness of the importance of local history and culture in the life of their congregation. It seeks multimedia projects that tell a story either about the history of their congregation, a particular person in the congregation who has played a significant role in its life, or an important event, mission or ministry that has shaped the congregation. A winner will be selected in middle school and high school categories. Winners receive a cash prize and opportunity to present their project at the society's annual meeting at Gettysburg Seminary next April. For details go to the society website at www.lhsmidatlantic.com or contact info@lhsmidatlantic.com.
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Choral  Concert
Wednesday, September 19
7:00 PM
Christ Lutheran Church
75 E. High Street
Elizabethtown, PA
LYRA is a community of professional musicians from St. Petersburg, Russia. Experience these musicians in concert as they perform the sacred hymns of the Russian Orthodox Church as well as traditional Russian folk songs. Click here to download an informational flyer. For more information, call the Christ Church parish office at 717.367.2786.
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Bible Study with the Bishop at Wittel Farm |
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Wittel Farm
Elizabethtown
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
(monthly, beginning September 26)
I Love Those Old, Old Stories:
Or things you should have learned in Sunday school (had you been paying attention)
Registration fee of $15 includes lunch. Gathering and social time begins at 9:30 AM. NEW! Read and download a detailed schedule. To register, visit the Lutheran Camping Corporation website.
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Geneva and Taize: Sponsor a Pilgrimage |
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 Consider sponsoring a future pilgrimage for young adults to deepen their spirituality by experiencing the global faith community in Geneva, Switzerland, and Taize, France. The first step is to send an "observer learner" on the Plunge pilgrimage to these ecumenical centers on May 29 - June 9, 2013. See www.elca.org/localevents.
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Best Practices for Congregation Leaders |
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 Best Practices Event
Saturday - October 13
9:00 AM - Noon
Trinity, Camp Hill
An event for pastors and church leaders
Have you wondered where effective church leaders come from? This workshop will explore the challenges of recruiting and developing future church leaders and of assuring that committees are led in ways that tap into their potential.
Read more and download an event flyer/bulletin insert. Registration deadline is October 5. Click here to register online. There is a $5.00 registration fee to cover the expenses of this event.
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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
Posted: 7/25/12
St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church, Plainfield, is seeking a permanent or long-term organist/pianist/accompanist. We are seeking an organist/pianist to play at our weekly Sunday 10:00 AM worship service, provide accompaniment for choir rehearsal, and to play at 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, choosing appropriate music and working 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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