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Wednesday, April 10, 2013 | |
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 | | Bishop Hoover cuts ribbon at Resource Center dedication |
"...Send your blessing upon us and upon this new Resource Center, which we set apart today to your praise and honor. May it be a lively place for sound learning and new discovery; a place of warmth and welcome, and a center for connections through the church in this place."
 With these words, Bishop Hoover cut the ribbon and officially dedicated the newly-renovated synod Resource Center space on Monday morning, April 8. Clergy and lay members of congregations from around our synod gathered for food, conversation and connections with colleagues and partners in ministry.
And, Marlene Engle (Zion, Enola) won the prize for the most creative name for our new artwork..."Heavenly Chaos!" Marlene now has a deluxe edition of Lutheran Study Bible for her personal bookshelf.
 | | Bishop Hoover says "thank you" to Marc Spiridigliozzi (Thrivent Financial for Lutherans) for partnership in ministry. |
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 Prayer Requests
The South-Central Wisconsin Synod of the ELCA has requested our prayers. We pray for all who have been impacted by this tragedy. Read more...
We extend our deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort to...
- Sister Joy Hovis (chaplain, Shrewsbury Lutheran Retirement Village) on the death of her mother, March 31.
- The Rev. Kevin Shively (St. Matthew, York) on the death of his father, April 4.
Please remember these families in your prayers that God may comfort them with the good news of the Resurrection. |
 Coach Training Welcome to Coaching
April 26-27, 2013
St. Matthew, York
A key to a healthy and growing ministry is the ability to encourage and equip others to serve more faithfully, In "Welcome to Coaching" you will be offered opportunity to grow in your ability to work with others creatively and to help others to grow in their gifts for ministry. According to CoachNet, "Coaching is at the core of all we do in ministry: it's the vehicle for growing disciples, learning ministry competencies, developing leaders, and passing along the legacy we've been entrusted with to others."
"Welcome to Coaching" is a two-day event. The registration cost is $125 which includes all training materials, lunch both days, snacks and other refreshments. Scholarships may be available. For more information about scholarships, please contact Pastor Richard Jorgensen, our synod Director for Evangelical Mission, at rjorgensen@lss-elca.org. Download a brochure and register online. |
Installation Services Scheduled
all are invited
The Rev. Beth J. Costlow will be installed as pastor of St. John Lutheran Church, Columbia, on Sunday, April 21, at 4:00 p.m. Clergy are invited to vest and the color for the day is white. A dinner will follow in the Fellowship Hall. For dinner, please RSVP to 717.684.2763. St. John Church is located at the corner of 6th and Locust Streets, Columbia.
You are invited to attend a service of Holy Communion with the Rite of Installation of the Rev. Clifton D. Eshbach as pastor of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3131 Columbia Ave., Lancaster. The service will be held on Sunday, April 28, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Rostered leaders are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is white. A reception will follow the service in the congregation's fellowship hall.
You are invited to attend a service of Holy Communion with the Rite of Installation for the Rev. Haley Vay Poynter as Pastor for Children, Youth and Family Ministry at Zion Lutheran Church, York. The service will be held on Sunday, April 28, at 4:00 p.m. Rostered leaders are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is white. A dinner will follow in the Fellowship Hall. For dinner, please RSVP to 717.767.4673. The church is located at 2215 Brandywine Lane, York. |
 The Gift of Knowledge
Institution Univers
Several years ago people from around this synod showed support for education by donating money for books for the library at Institution Univers in Ouanaminthe, Haiti. We are offering you this opportunity again. You can support this important ministry by sending a check (made payable to Lower Susquehanna Synod) to Charlie Roberts in the Office of Children, Youth and Family Ministry at 900 S. Arlington Avenue, Harrisburg, PA 17109. Read more...
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It's not too late to get in on the Contest for Kids
What Does Generosity Mean to You?
We want to hear from kids in preschool through high school about what generosity means to them. The contest, which is open to all children, runs through April 15. They can write an essay (100-300 words) or draw a picture (no larger than 8 1/2 by 11) that fits the theme "Describe a way someone has been generous to you."
 Thrivent magazine will award $100 prizes for the top three drawings or essays in five age categories. One entry per child will be accepted through April 15, 2013.
Click here for complete submission guidelines and eligibility criteria, including entry forms.
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Resource Exchange
Spring and Summer Clothing Urgently Needed
The St. Peter's Lutheran Church clothing drive for good used and new spring and summer clothing will be held Saturday, April 13, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The clothing will be sorted and made available for community giveaway on Saturday, April 20 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. For more information contact the church office at 717.854.0589. St. Peter's Church is located at 947 N. George St., York.
Tech4Tanzania is looking for a few, part-time, gifted saints!
 Specifically, St. Paul (Enola) needs:
- sewing machine repair people; hobbyist or professional
- database developer/manager/teacher for tech4tanzania partners in USA and Tanzania
- videographer to develop a cadre of videographers, editors, etc., for educational promotional videos
- college textbooks and reference works
- science lab equipment
- nursing school practicum lab equipment and supplies
For further information please contact Pastor Anne Rose Reeves at pastoranne@gmail.com or 717.697.9675. St. Paul Church is located at 6839 Wertzville Road, Enola.
 ChristenDUMB
Gritsch book now available
Dr . Eric Gritsch, just before his death last December, completed a "tongue-in-cheek" history of Christianity. Dr. Gritsch, in a unique scholarly, conversational style, gives a history of Christianity that exposes the influence that power - ecclesiastical, political and economic - played in creating both the theological and organizational framework of the Church. Copies of this book are available from Eric's widow, Bonnie Brobst, at bonbmore@comcast.net. |
You are invited to begin gathering a congregational team to register for an upcoming ELCA Glocal Mission Gathering. For only $35 per person and in only 1 1/2 days, your team will:
- Enhance your connections with local and global Christians
- Gain practical skills for mission
- Learn the ways churches are changing how they proclaim and serve
By the end of the event, your team will be equipped to:
- Lead inviting worship that includes global voices
- Serve in a way that is sutainable, respectful, and cross-culturally sensitive
- Give, receive, lead and serve in different ministry settings
- Practice and share best practices in mission in your own congregationa, the local community and across the globe
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Youth and Family Ministry
Workshop Opportunities
Friday, April 19
As part of the Youth Ministry Certification School of Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg, workshops for leaders of faith formation ministries are open to all interested persons.
 Schedule for the Day
8:45 AM - 11:45 AM
The Rev. Ed Kay, assistant to the bishop in the Delaware/Maryland Synod, will lead a workshop on change in the church and conflicts with volunteers and staff along the way.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Chelle Huth, Director of Youth Ministry Certification School, will lead a session on understanding personality types (with a focus on the Myers-Briggs personality sorter) and how it impacts ministry with youth.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Chelle Huth will lead a session on understanding different learning styles, the multiple intelligences and the implications for ministry with youth.
Classes take place in the Library Lecture Room of Wentz Library on the campus of Gettysburg Seminary. Cost for the whole day, including lunch, is $35. Cost for a half day is $25. Checks can be made payable to Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg and given to Chelle Huth on the day of the event. Please contact Chelle Huth at chuth@ltsg.edu to let her know that you will be attending the workshops. |
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Spring EQ-HR Five day Workshops
5 Day Emotional Intelligence and Human Relations Workshops
June 3-7, 2013
Clagett Conference Center
Buckeystown, MD
and
 June 24-28, 2013Stony Point Center
Stony Point, NY
This core EQ-HR Center workshop is an intensive 5-day session designed to enable participants to learn about, build, and practice emotional intelligence skills in a small group setting. Skilled facilitators provide tools and feedback to enable participants to learn about themselves and to immediately practice emergin skills. As group life unfolds, participants give and receive feedback regarding the impact they have on others in the group. Read more... |
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Rejoicing Spirits Worship April 14
St. Stephen, New Kingstown
Assistance Ministry Organ Recital with Jonathan Noel
April 14
St. Matthew, York
Hymn and Choral Festival
April 13
St. Peter, Lancaster
PureHope Coffeehouse
April 27
St. Peter, Highspire
Dinner Theater
"To the Castle"
April 27 and April 28
Paradise, Thomasville
Hershey Handbell Ensemble Concert
April 28
Tree of LIfe, Harrisburg
Ascension Day Worship
Blessing of Seed and Soil
May 9
St. John, Berrysburg
Ashu
Concert saxophonist
May 19
Trinity, Camp Hill
Read 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! |
 A Summer of Sun and Service
The Lower Susquehanna Synod Office for Children, Youth and Family Ministry, the Office of the Director of for Evangelical Mission and LutheranHANDS are working in partnership to present a series of four summer events for older youth and young adults.
AND, these ministry partners are hosting the first ever SUMMERFEST!, a day-long event for all ages that includes live music by Agape, a picnic meal, outdoor worship, games and crafts.
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Lutheran Music Progarm Expands Offerings to Engage Older Adults
 Lutheran Music Program, the Minneapolis-based nonprofit organization that produces the annual Lutheran Summer Music Academy and Festival, announces the expansion of its program offerings to include a five-day lifelong learning retreat for older adults in conjunction with its renowned summer academy. The 2013 Senior Adult Retreat will take place July 17 to 21, 2013, and is supported through a partnership with Illinois-based Lutheran Life Communities. Retreat participants will attend workshops, Bible studies, and seminars, immerse themsevles in LSM's culminating student recitals and concerts, and join the LSM community for worship. Individuals interested in receiving registration information are invited to email lsm@lutheransummermusic.org or call Lutheran Music Program at 888-635-6583.
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Job Corner
Employment listings are provided to synod congregations and related agencies free of charge. This service is made possible by your Mission Support of the 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 Website (if desired). Send information to Pam Drenner at pdrenner@lss-elca.org. Complete listings are posted on the Employment Opportunities page of the synod Website. Positions are posted for 60 days unless extended.
Congregation: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Spring Grove
Position: Director of Music
Posted: 4/4/13
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Spring Grove, is seeking a Director of Music. Responsibilities include playing the organ/piano and leading the chancel choir. For more information, contact Pastor Dan Biles at danbiles@pa.net.
Other Job Listings
- Youth and Family Ministry Director - St. Stephen, New Kingstown
- Organist/Choir Director - Mt. Eden, Quarryville
- Organist/Choir Director - Zion (Penbrook), Harrisburg
- Organist - Halifax Lutheran Parish
- Campaign Office Manager - Lutheran Camping Corporation
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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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