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 Share your good wishes with Pastor Mwaijande.
Congratulations to the Rev. Amani Mwaijande, ELCT Konde Diocese, who will receive his STM degree from Gettysburg Seminary on May 17, 2013.
Graduation is scheduled at 1:30 p.m. Eucharist is at 4:00 p.m. with pre-service music beginning at 3:30 p.m. Send cards and letters to Pastor Mwaijande at 61 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA 17325.
Pastor Mwaijande will return to Tanzania the week following graduation. It has been a joy and a privilege to have him among us these past 18 months.
We wish him God's blessings for safe travel as he returns home. May God bless his ministry with lasting fruit. May the peace and joy of the Risen Lord be with him and his family always.
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Mr. Elisha Mwamwaja -
Secretary of the Companion Congregation Committee at Mpuguso Congregation |
Learn more about the Companion Congregation relationships with our Konde partners in ministry.
Companion Congregation Events led by
our guests from the Konde Diocese
- May 20 - St. Paul Lutheran, S. George Street, York - 7:00 PM
- May 23 - St. Paul Lutheran, 127 York St., Hanover, - 7:00 PM
- May 28 - St. Paul Lutheran, 530 Bridge Street, New Cumberland - 7:00 PM
- May 30 - Zion Lutheran, 18 Quarry Road, Leola - 7:00 PM
- June 7 - Synod Assembly Forum, Messiah College - 12:15 p.m.
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Pastor Meshack Njinga - Treasurer, Konde Diocese |
Share ideas, challenges, frustrations, and joys.
Come, if you have a Companion Congregation.
Come, if you would like to have a Companion Congregation.
Come, if you would like to explore and learn more about a Companion Congregation.
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We continue to pray for the Rev. Betsy Lartz as she recovers from surgery treatment to remove a brain tumor. Pastor Lartz is a patient at Harrisburg Hospital, but has been released from intensive care. Messages of care and concern can be sent to Pastor Lartz at Harrisburg Hospital, 111 S. Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101.
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 Lutheran Night at the Senators was a big hit! 500+ Lutherans in attendance nets $2,000 for Lutheran Camping Corporation.
The crowd went wild as Bishop Hoover and his grandson, Grant, approached the mound to pitch the first ball at the Senators game at Metro Bank Park, Harrisburg on Friday, May 3. It was a winning night for the Lutheran Camping Corporation and the home team as the Senators beat the Binghamton Mets with a score of 3-1. |
Pastoral Care and Mental Health
presented by
Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI)
May 28, 2013
 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
A program oresented by Pastoral Care and Clinical team:
- About Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute
- Providing Pastoral Care
- How to refer to PPI and access the resources
At PPI, the Pastoral Care team members aim to enhance the quality of life, self-respect, and spiritual growth of thos affected by mental or emotional difficulties.
Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by Friday, May 17, 2013. Spaces are limited. To register, call 717.782.4794 or email ppievents@ppimhs.org. Please give name and contact details. The event will be held at 6th floor, Landis Building, Polyclinic Campus, 2501 North Third Street, Harrisburg, PA |
Ordination Service Scheduled
all are invited
Martine Joseph will be ordained in the holy ministry of Word and Sacrament during a Celebration of Holy Eucharist on Sunday, May 19, at 4:00 p.m. Bishop Hoover will preach and preside at the Eucharist and the rite of ordination which will take place at Zion Lutheran Church, 100 W. Main Street, Hummelstown.
Martine has been called to serve Simeon United Lutheran Church, Gratz, in the Upper Dauphin Conference. Rostered leaders are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is red. A light reception will follow the service in the church Fellowship Hall. |
 The Hope Summit Free symposium on bullying
On May 11 the local Foundation for Hope hosts a free symposium open to the general public called "The Hope Summit." The program addresses the damaging realities of bullying and depression. Learn more... |
Lutherans in Dauphin celebrate Volunteer Week.
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Jack Rudy and Ray Dively |
Zion Lutheran Church, Dauphin, celebrated "Inspire by Example" National Volunteer Week on April 21 with recognition of local volunteers during worship followed by a volunteer fair. Twenty-five non-profit organizations were represented by the congregation's members and community friends. In addition, the congregation presented the Ray Dively, Jr., Award of Excellence in Volunteer Service award to Jack Rudy. Jack donates over 500 hours of volunteer service annually and is a member of the local Lions Club.
God's work. Our hands.
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 Lutherans Restoring Creation
Training Event
Saturday, May 18
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Camp Kirchenwald Lodge
Join us to explore how to add creation care into the worship life, educational programs, church property managment, member lifestyles, and public ministry of your congregation.
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Yard and Rummage Sale
Saturday, May 11
Holy Trinity, Lebanon
Ascension Day Worship - May 9
Blessing of Seed and Soil
St. John, Berrysburg
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Service of Word and Sacrament
St. Michael, Harrisburg
Silent Auction and Evening of Endless Desserts
Saturday, May 18
Tree4Hope
Tree of Life, Harrisburg
Caregivers Workshop
Saturday, June 1
St. Paul, Carlisle
Sunday Concert Series
Vintage Brass
Sunday, June 2
St. Peter, Highspire
Ashu
Concert saxophonist
May 19
Trinity, Camp Hill
Vacation Bible School
God's Backyard - Under the Stars
June 17-21
St. Matthew, York
Read more and get the details 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! |
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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: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Liverpool
Position: Musician
Posted: 5/6/13
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Liverpool, PA is looking for pianist, guitarist, or other musician who is able to play two or three Sundays a month. We also are looking for a choir director. The worship service is at 10:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. in the summer. Compensation is negotiable. If interested, please contact Pastor Joe Faust at the church office (717-444-2167). We look forward to doing ministry with you!
Congregation: Trinity Lutheran Church, Lemoyne
Position: Director of Music
Posted: 5/6/13
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lemoyne, PA has an opening for a part-time staff person to fill the position of Director of Music. Responsibilities include selecting, rehearsing, conducting and/or accompanying music for vocal choirs, handbell and chime choirs, as well as instrumental and vocal ensembles and soloists. Resumes may be submitted to the church at 509 Hummel Avenue, Lemoyne, PA 17403 by May 31. Attention: Pastor David Schreffler.
Congregation: St. Paul Lutheran Church, Dillsburg
Position: Parish Administrator
Posted: 5/6/13
Part-time position, average 16 hours/week (Monday through Thursday mornings). Responsibilities require good administrative skills, adept at word processing - especially Microsoft Publisher, book keeping including payroll and financial management, good communication skills and discretion. Position available May 28 with training beforehand. Please send resume to the Rev. Lois Van Orden at lvanorden@stpaulsdillsburg.com or mail to 201 S. Baltimore Street, Dillsburg, PA 17109.
Other position listings on the synod Website:
- Organist - Zion, Leola
- Contemporary Worship Leader - Zion, Leola
- Youth Director - Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Lancaster
- Adult Choir Director - St. Luke, Chambersburg
- Director of Music - St. Paul, Spring Grove
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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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