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November 13 - 15
First Call Theological Event at Antiochian Village
November 16
Funeral service for the Rev. Robert W. Koons, 11:00 AM at Christ, Gettysburg
November 14
Listening Post #14 at St. John, Berrysburg - 7:00 PM
November 15
12:00 Noon - Criminal Justice System Ministry, Synod Office Suite
2:00 PM - ELCA Malaria Campaign Task Force, Synod Resource Center
November 16 and 17
Vibrant Faith Conference at Zion, York
November 22 and 23
Synod Offices closed for Thanksgiving holiday
November 28
Bishop's Bible Study at Wittel Farm
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Update: ELCA Response to Hurricane Sandy |
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 Through ELCA Disaster Response, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is responding in areas affected by Hurricane Sandy. In the Caribbean, through our global church partnerships, we are providing basic needs such as food, water and shelter. In Haiti, outbreaks of cholera have been reported. The ELCA has been working with the Lutheran Church of Haiti to build capacity in preserving health and wellness related to cholera. Throughout the United States we are working hand-in-hand with synods and ministry organizations who are experts at outreach in their communities.
We are working with church bodies in Cuba and Haiti and are in close contact with synods, congregations and disaster response partners within the United States to meet the immediate needs of those affected by this storm. And we will continue to help for as long as we are needed.
Click here to learn more about the situation and the ELCA response. You will find:
- an updated bulletin insert
- information on how to make a donation in support of disaster response ministry
- worship resources such as prayers, litanies and hymn suggestions
- a Hurricane Sandy Situation Report
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Connections Cafe Is Hub of Hospitality
The Konde Committee had an opportunity to experience the new space within the synod office suite this week. The renovated Welcome/Resource Center space features comfy furniture, WiFi, media projection capability, and Fair Trade coffee and tea. Made possible by volunteer labor, this "old space made new" reduces the synod office "footprint" at the United Church Center.
 The Criminal Justice System Ministry
of Lower Susquehanna Synod will meet Thursday, November 15, at noon. Bring a sandwich and participate in this time of conversation at the United Church Center. We encourage you to consider making a Basket of Love as an alternative Christmas gift - a basket of needed items for returning citizens coming out of prison who have limited financial resources and supplies. The need is great. Contact Pastor Sadie Pounder at associatepastor@trinitylancaster.org or Pastor Virginia Cover at vcover@lss-elca.org for more information and "how to" brochures.
Confirmation Camp Opportunity
 Does your congregation struggle with catechesis for only a few students?- Are you and your students tired of the "same old, same old?"
- Do you want to connect with other Lutheran congregations to create an amazing Confirmation experience?
Call (717.732.9652) or e-mail Pastor Gwenn Trout (pastorgwenn@verizon.net), convenor of the All Saints Confirmation Camp program. All Saints Confirmation Camp is a two/three year Confirmation program held at Camp Nawakwa in June and open to all ELCA congregations. This program features all the benefits of being at camp (pool, arts and crafts, camp fires, quality staff, Christian community) with the added benefit of team teaching with multiple congregations across the territory of this synod. An "infomercial" DVD will be available January 2013.
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 Rejoicing Spirits worship in New Kingstown ... a Christmas Cookie Walk at St. Paul, York to benefit mission ministry in Tanzania...an organ concert at St. Matthew, York...and MORE on the Congregation Connections page of the synod Website.
Have an event, activity or idea to share? Post your links, photos, events and thoughts on the synod Facebook page and spread the word about your congregation's ministries and outreach to the community! Visit our Facebook page here.
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 It's easy to sponsor an ELCA missionary!
Thanks for considering joining the many congregations, Women of the ELCA units, organizations and individuals who make a world of difference. Together, you sponsor nearly 240 ELCA missionaries serving in almost 50 countries! A colorful new guide and covenant for ELCA Missionary Sponsorship is now available. Read more...
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LutheranHANDS Winter Trip 2012 |
 Where: New Orleans, Louisiana
When: December 26, 2012 - January 2, 2013
Cost: $365 per person
What:
Help Christina and Connie Labat renovate and prepare a warehouse which they have purchased for transformation into a Music/Theater/Arts School. As in our area school districts, the city of New Orleans has made budget cuts and reduced the number of arts programs. This is a sad situation, as arts are a significant part of the New Orleans culture. Our service will include cleaning, painting walls and patching areas of the roof. And, perhaps most importantly, we will build personal connections and friendships with people in New Orleans.
Registration deadline is December 1, 2012.
Interested? Contact LutheranHANDS at information@lutheranhands.org.
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Go to Germany with Lost and Found |
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 Join Lutheran Christian musicians Lost and Found as they host a pilgrimage to Germany! The Luther 500 Festival is an eight-day cultural immersion experience that brings the Reformation to life as you serve, learn, and celebrate in the places where Martin Luther did the same 500 years ago. This pilgrimage to Germany will revitalize your school or congregation as participants come face to face with the breadth and importance of the Reformation, make new friends, connect with their heritage, and experience first hand how Church history can be a whole lot of fun. Prepare to be transformed and re-formed. Read more...
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Final Listening Post Opportunity in 2012 |
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 The FINAL synod Listening Post Conversation is scheduled for Wednesday, November 14, 7:00 PM, at St. John Lutheran Church, Berrysburg. Click here for directions and a complete schedule.
Read the UPDATED snapshots of the Listening Post conversations.
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 All of us go down to the dust; yet even at the grave we make our song: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
We offer our heart-felt thanks to everyone for your prayers, cards, Facebook posts and other expressions of sympathy at the recent death of Doris E. Dick - our mother, mother-in-law and grandmother.
In Christ,
Mel, Lolly and Sarah Dick |
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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.
Agency: Luthercare
Position: Full-time chaplain
Posted: 10/23/12
Luthercare, a social ministry organization of the ELCA headquartered in Lititz, PA, is currently recruiting for a full-time chaplain to serve St. John's Herr Estate, its personal care home and residential community in Columbia, PA, and Luthercare's five child care centers in Lebanon and Lancaster counties. This position requires ordination in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America or one of its full communion partners; four (4) units of clinical pastoral education; endorsement or eligibility for endorsement for chaplaincy via the Inter-Lutheran procedures or similar process; certification or eligibility for certification by the American Chaplains Association, American Association of Pastoral Counselors, or Association for Professional Chaplains. Experience with early childhood development and Christian education preferred. Interested candidates should send a completed employment application (available at www.luthercare.org/careers) and resume to Luthercare, Attn: Amanda Cassel, Human Resources Generalist. 600 East Main Street, Lititz PA 17543 or acassel@luthercare.org. Questions about the position may be referred to the Rev. Lisa Leber, director of church relations, lleber@luthercare.org or (717) 215-6055.
Congregation: Zion, Glen Rock
Position: Organist/Music Director
Posted: 11/12/12
 POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Church organist/music director, Zion Lutheran Church, Glen Rock, PA. Please contact Church Office at 717-235-3276 for additional information.
QUALIFICATIONS
A musician with commitment to ministry through church music, including: experience as a member of a faith community and with church music, knowledge of church music, the Lutheran calendar, the liturgical year, and liturgical worship.
MISSION PROFILE:
- To play and conductorgan and choral music forSunday morning services, and for Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, regularly scheduled midweek services and other special services designated by the Pastor, and the Worship and Music Committee
- To direct two voice choirs: the adult Gethsemane Choir and the children's Good Shepherd Choir. Rehearsal times and dates to be arranged in conjunction with the people involved.
- To support the Bell choir as needed, to include active participation in the choir as a bell ringer.
- To guide and/or assist with music for other worship services in the life of Zion.
- To provide and/or assist with the music direction for the Sunday School Primary Department opening. Read the complete position description...
Congregation: Mt. Zion, Gardners
Position: Organist
Posted: 11/12/12
Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, Gardners, is seeking an organist for a one-year term, with possibility of extension. Duties include providing organ leadership for Sunday morning worship and accompanying the choir at Thursday evening rehearsals. There are other special services of worship throughout the year (funerals, weddings, etc.). The congregation uses the Lutheran Book of Worship. Organist will often choose preludes, offertory music and postludes. Organist can work with committee to choose hymns. Salary is negotiable. Visit the church website at www.mountzionlutheran.com for a full job description. Candidates can apply online, by mail, or by contacting Pastor Eric Anderson at revanderson@pa.net. The church is located between Gettysburg and Carlisle at 4200 Carlisle Road (Route 34), Gardners, PA 17324.
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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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