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God's Work. Our Hands: Synod Youth Package 26,610 Meals to Combat Hunter at Home and Abroad
 On Friday, June 28, 96 youth representing 21 congregations from our Lower Susquehanna Synod packed 26,610 meals to feed the hungry in Pennsylvania and abroad. The youth, who were attending All Saints Confirmation Camp at Camp Nawakwa, raised more than $5,000 through various projects in their congregations and generous supplemental funds from Thrivent Financial. The money raised
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enabled them to purchase food through Kids Against Hunger, a Minnesota-based humanitarian food-aid program. The entire Nawakwa dining hall became a packing center for three hours on Friday morning. Teams gathered around tables to pack soy protein, vegetables, vegan chicken flavoring, and rice into vacuum-sealed packages that will create a casserole dish to serve six people. They sang, the laughed, they even danced until the supplies ran out.
Local Kids Against Hunger board president Bob Lloyd, board member Mike Gallagher, and Thrivent Community Engagement Representative Rick Baldwin provided training, set-up, and support for the project. Some 14,000 meals are on
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their way overseas and the remainder will stay in Pennsylvania, going to Project Share and New Hope.
Baldwin noted that this was the first such project in our area that was entirely undertaken by youth. "It's amazing to see the campers and their counselors packing this food," he said, "and having such a good time doing it."
The theme for the camp was "Hunger is No Game." Jennifer Lentfer, founder of How-matters.org, and Senior Writer, Aid Effectiveness at Oxfam America delivered the opening message, telling campers that how they do what they do matters. Youth participated in an Oxfam Hunger Banquet on Wednesday night, and learned about the inequity and injustice of hunger both in the United States and around the world.
Click here to view a short video produced by Pastor Liz Polanzke. Want more information about All Saints Confirmation Camp? Contact Pastor Gwenn Trout or Pastor Ben Leese.
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Feeding Mind & Spirit...
Educational Opportunities in our Synod
diakonia™ is a two-year spiritual formation program for laity. diakonia emphasizes the vocation of all Christians to serve as Christ has served us. Anyone interested in this opportunity to enhance his or her Christian education and equip oneself for ministry and service to the church is encouraged to contact Pastor Bob Yankovitz at 717-258-4216 or by e-mail@ryankovitz2@comcast.net. diakonia™ is being sponsored by the Perry Conference of our Lower Susquehanna Synod. This program will be taught at Messiah Lutheran Church, 70 Limestone Ridge Road, Elliottsburg, PA on Tuesday, evenings from September through May. Please sign up by August 1, 2013.
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A Centering Prayer Workshop is being offered at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 5593 Shermans Valley Road, Loysville, PA on Saturday, September 14, 2013, 9:30 a,m -2:30 p.m. Centering Prayer is based in the Christian contemplative heritage.
Centering Prayer is a method of response to God's invitation to enter into a loving intimacy and ever-deepening relationship. The practice prepares us to be open, available, and present to God's action and presence within. It facilitates a process of interior transformation initiated by God as we consent to divine union. Contact Carolyn Yankovitz at 717-258-4216 or bob-carolyn@comcast.net for further information or to sign up. Cost is $20 and includes materials, lunch and snacks. Please sign up by September 7th.
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Share Your Gifts with Konde Diocese Congregations!
The next wire transfer will be sent to the congregations in the Konde Diocese near the end of July. Donations to be included in that wire transfer should be received in the office of the treasurer of the Lower Susquehanna Synod by July 15.
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The Rev. Albert W. Gibson, Jr. (ordained in 1958) died on Monday, July 1, 2013, at the age of 80. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 13, 11:30 a.m. at St. Luke (Scotland) Lutheran Church , 2795 Luther Drive, Chambersburg, PA. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the church. Pastor Gibson is survived by his wife Lois and family. Condolences may be sent to the family at 7048 Augusta National Drive, Fayetteville, PA 17222. Memorial gifts may be send to Lutheran World Relief and Trinity Seminary.
We extend our sympathy to the Rev. Randy Marburger (St. Mark's, Mechanicsburg) at the death of his mother, Dorothy Leota Sutton Marburger, on Thursday, June 27, 2013. The funeral was held Tuesday at St. Mark's.
Pastor Betsy Lartz is now a resident at Hamilton Arms in Lancaster. We will post a phone number and other updates as soon as they become available. Please continue to keep Pr. Betsy in your prayers.
Pastor Catharine Seft Geib (Tree of Life Lutheran Church, 1492 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110) is at home recovering from serious back surgery. Cards and messages of encouragement may be sent in care of the church or to the Geibs' home.
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Roland Valadez to be ordained Sunday, July 14, 2013
The Sierra Pacific Synod invites you to attend the Service of Word and Sacrament at which Ronald Valadez will be ordained into the Word and Sacrament Ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The service will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2013, at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 30 West Chestnut Street, Hanover, PA 17331.
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Have Plans for "God's work. Our hands." Sunday?
Please let us know!
 "God's work. Our hands." Sunday is an opportunity to celebrate our 25th anniversary as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America - one church, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor.
On September 8, 2013, ELCA Lutherans around the United States and in our synod will engage in a variety of service activities in their communities.
We know you're planning some amazing things, so let's share with one another, collaborate wherever possible, and spread the good news about what God is doing through everyday disciples in the Lower Susquehanna Synod.
Please contact Pastor Sharron Blezard, Synod Communications Specialist, to get your event or activity on the calendar. Need help publicizing it? We'll also be sending information to newspapers, radio, and television stations in our area. E-mail your news and event details to sblezard@lss-elca.org or call 717-752-9391.
Visit the ELCA website and download flyers, bulletin inserts and a toolkit to help prepare your congregation's dedicated day of service. You can order t-shirts from Old Lutheran via a link from the ELCA website, too!
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Visit the Congregation Connections page on the synod website to keep up with the details of the many good things happening in the worshiping communities of our synod. Please keep us posted about the events and activities taking place in your congregation.
July 7
An American Church Heritage Celebration
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St. James Lutheran Church, Gettysburg
4:00 p.m.
This event commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg through music, drama and faith. Admission is free. Explore the stories of chaplains who guided their flocks of soldiers across Civil War battlefields through a presentation by historian and author Tom Vossler titled "The Shepherds and Their Armed Flock: Religion and Chaplains in the American Civil War." Vossler is a Licensed Battlefield Guide and is the former director of the U.S. Army Military History Institute, Carlisle. Additionally, pianist Michael Matsinko and baritone Wayne Hill will offer Civil War period music, and the skit "St. James and Jennie Wade" will be performed by David Flesner and Kimberly McGlaughlin, of the Gettysburg Historical Church Tour's performing group. Apple pie and ice cream will be served at the conclusion of the program. Vossler will also have copies of his newly-released book A Field Guide to Gettysburg: Experiencing the Battlefield through Its History, Places, and People available for purchase and signing; proceeds benefit church renovations. For more information: 717-334-2012.
Horst Brothers in Concert
"Music in the Grove" Series
7:00 p.m. (freewill offering)
St. John Center Lutheran Church
599 Reading Road (Rt. 625), East Earl, PA 17517
For more information visit www.sjclutheran.org.
July 13
Retirement Celebration & Reception for Joanne Wilhelm
1:00 -4:00 p.m.
Pavilion and Fellowship Room
Our Saviour Lutheran Church
420 North Progress Avenue
Harrisburg, PA 17109
July 14
Rejoicing Spirits Worship
St. Stephen, New Kingstown
Sunnyside in Concert
"Music in the Grove" Series 7:00 p.m. (freewill offering) St. John Center Lutheran Church 599 Reading Road (Rt. 625), East Earl, PA 17517 For more information visit www.sjclutheran.org. July 21 Summit Hill Bluegrass in Concert "Music in the Grove" Series 7:00 p.m. (freewill offering) St. John Center Lutheran Church 599 Reading Road (Rt. 625), East Earl, PA 17517 For more information visit www.sjclutheran.org.
July 28
DUTCH DAY AT ST. MATTHEW, HANOVER
On Saturday, July 27th, St. Matthew, Hanover, will be having a huge indoor flea market in connection with Hanover's annual Dutch Day. Doors will open at 7:00 a.m. All proceeds will go toward supporting the Lantern Hill mission in Ensenada, Mexico and St. Matthew's mission team which is going there in August. St. Matthew is located one block off the town square at 30 W. Chestnut Street. For further information, contact Roland Kunde at 717-630-9411.
Vacation Bible School Opportunities
God is Gr-r-reat! VBS
July 8-10
Zion Lutheran Church, Enola
Athens: Paul's Dangerous Journey to Share the Truth July 8-12 Trinity, Rouzerville (with Rouzerville UMC and CoB)
July 8-12
St. Peter's Lutheran Church
Highspire, PA 717-939-3492
6:30-8:00 p.m. Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God
July 14-18 Zion, York
Everywhere Fun Fair VBS (Children), and
Calamity & Chaos or Judgment & Justice? A 2nd Lutheran look at the Last Days (Adult VBS)
July 15-19
Trindle Spring, Mechanicsburg
Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God
July 21-25
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Ephrata, PA
Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God
July 21-25
Paradise Lutheran Church, Thomasville
Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God
July 22-26
6:15 - 8:00 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church, Arendtsville, PA
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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.
Visit the Employment Opportunities page on the synod website for a complete list of current job openings.
Congregation: Zion Lutheran Church, York
Position: Traditional Music Director
Posted: 6/11/13
Zion Lutheran Church is seeing a Traditional Music Director. We are looking for either a Traditional Music Director or Organist and Choir Director. All positions would be part-time employees; hours, salary and benefits would be determined on position, education and experience. Preferred education is a BS in Music or equivalent experience in the field. Zion's organ is an American Classic Organ built by Aeoline-Skinner and there are two choirs and the potential for a Youth Choir. Qualified candidates would possess knowledge of ELCA's religious beliefs and Lutheran liturgy. For more details go to http://www.zionyork.org/?page_id=79. If you have strong skills in the above and are looking to join a dedicated staff and exciting congregation, submit your resume indicating the position in which you are interested to the attention of Denise Moyer, Parish Administrator, at dmoyer@zionyork.org. Please include salary requirements.
Congregation: St. James Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Position: Organist or Organist/Choir Director
Posted: 5/14/13
St. James Lutheran Church, 53 Chestnut Street, Lebanon, PA is seeking an organist or organist/choir director. We are a growing congregation looking for a liturgical organist who can lead the congregation in worship. The organ is a rebuilt Moller, two manual Baroque style pipe organ. For questions about the position, please contact the church secretary at 717.272.5563 or stjames15@verizon.net
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!
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