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 "Worship is the most important and the central function of our life together in the church, and everything we do as communities of faith flows out of that worship," the Rev. Marcia Bell writes in January's Word from the Deans column. "In the midst of changing trends and various opinions, it is helpful to remind ourselves that worship is not about us. Rather, we worship because God is God! When praise is our primary focus, worship naturally is inspiring for everyone." |
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Nominations Open for Synod VP, Council
 The upcoming Synod Assembly, May 3-4, will be electing a vice president and a number of lay and clergy Synod Council members, both at-large and conference representatives. Nominations are open through Feb. 15. Read more about the positions open this year. If you know gifted and qualified persons, clergy and lay, who are willing to serve, click here to download a nomination form.
View Proposed Constitution and Bylaw Amendments for 2013
At the 2013 Assembly, several proposed bylaw amendments will be considered, along with constitutional amendments that were approved last year and must pass a second vote to take effect. The proposed amendments are now available on the synod website. Click here to download.
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Jan. 20 Worship Honors Dr. King
 Celebrate the life and dreams of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the memorial worship service on Sunday afternoon, January 20. Bishop Claire Burkat will preach at the service, to be held at 3 pm at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 6344 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia. The theme is "What would Dr. King say about where we are today?" Soup and salad will be served before the service from 1:30 to 2:30 pm, with music from St. Mark's Praise Team from 2:40 to 3. For further information download a flyer to share or contact Maxine S. Young at 215-768-0546 or via email.
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Last Call for These Events
"Church on the Edge" - A day of learning and connecting for leaders sponsored by the Upper Bucks Conference, featuring Rev.Keith Anderson, author of "Click2Save: The Digital Ministry Bible." Saturday, Jan. 26, 9-2:30, at St. Andrew's, Perkasie. (Snow date Feb. 2) Get full information here.
"Transforming Difficult Conversations in Congregations" - SEPA's Interim Ministry Network is sponsoring "Transforming Difficult Conversations in Congregations," a three-day workshop January 15-17, 2013. The workshop, led by Alban Institute Senior Consultant Susan Nienaber, is helpful for pastors looking to add to their conflict resolution skills, small teams of lay leaders from congregations, interim pastors, consultants and spiritual directors. Get full information here.
"Reformation: Then and Now Tour June 2013" - Visit sites of the Lutheran Reformation and other historical places on this tour of eastern Germany and Prague. This 12-night tour is led by Reformation scholar and Lutheran pastor Martin Lohrmann. Contact him by Feb. 1 to reserve a space. Get full information here.
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The 2013 form to submit your intent for Partnership Support giving in the coming year is now available online. This is a fillable PDF form that can be downloaded, completed in the free Acrobat Reader program, and printed and mailed OR can be saved and emailed to the Synod Office.
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You make mission possible in Southeastern Pennsylvania!
Every day our Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod works to equip our congregations and leaders for the work of ministry by sowing seeds for mission. But our public Lutheran witness is only as strong as the support we receive from congregations and missional leaders -- like you. Visit www.ministrylink.org/give to make a secure, online donation or click here to learn how to send a donation by check.
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Adult Advisors Sought for LYO Board
We are currently seeking adult advisors for the synod's Lutheran Youth Organization Board from the Lower Bucks, Delaware and Northeast Philadelphia conferences. The LYO Board is charged with "big picture thinking" for youth ministry in our synod. While made up of mainly youth, the adult advisors serve a critical role of mentoring. If you are interested, please contact Molly at mbeck@sepa.org for more information or visit the Youth Ministry website at www.sepayouth.org.
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200 LBW Hymnals Available
LBW Hymnals Little Zion's Lutheran, Telford, has about 200 "Lutheran Book Of Worship" available. If your congregation needs more hymnals or you know of a mission that can use them, arrange to pick them up at Little Zion's by emailing administrator@littlezion.org or call 215-723-7404.
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