June 12,  2014

LUTHERANS PACK 300,000 MEALS TO FEED PENNSYLVANIA'S HUNGRY

 

"Feeding the Hungry" was not just the theme for our annual Synod Assembly - it was also the service project!

 

SA2014 - Loaves and Fishes
Loaves and Fishes Event, June 5, 2014

 

Along with a few friends and guests, more than 900 Lower Susquehanna Synod Lutherans packaged more than 300,000 meals destined for dinner plates of our needy neighbors here in central Pennsylvania. The daylong service project provided an exciting kickoff to our annual assembly, which concluded Saturday at Messiah College in Grantham.

 

Working from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., volunteers packaged 300,324 meals from bulk shipments of rice, beans, vegetable protein, dried vegetables and seasonings. Enough of each ingredient to

Celebrating a job well-done.

provide a meal for a family of four was measured and sealed in a plastic bag. The meals are not only nutritionally balanced but also easy to prepare - just pour the contents into boiling water.

 

"The ELCA is a church that does God's work with our hands," said Bishop James Dunlop, "and this is an opportunity for us to come together and to use our hands to really feed those who hunger in our communities."

 

To pull off the event, our synod partnered with Thrivent Financial, Messiah College, and End Hunger NE (Outreach, Inc.). A hearty thank-you goes to these three entities for helping with everything from pre-event logistics, support, and resources, to donated space, to clean-up after the event. Rick Baldwin of Thrivent and Matthew Martin of End Hunger NE worked tirelessly before, during, and after the event to ensure that this mammoth undertaking was a success.

 

The food will be distributed by the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. Money to pay for the $75,000 came from congregations and generous contributors (donations are still being accepted).

 

This hands-on service project provided a positive kickoff to our annual Synod Assembly, which this year focused on how the church feeds people's deepest hungers - not only for food but also for belonging, for love, for community and for spirituality. The gathering of about 1,000 people learned about the many ways Lutherans care for others in nine counties of south central Pennsylvania.

 

A "Ministry Minute" video showed how Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity in Lancaster not only offers a free weekly breakfast to anyone who drops in, but also runs programs that provide shoes for needy youth, that offer bicycle repairs to those who don't have cars, that match city kids with police officers who help them shop for Christmas gifts.

 

 Another video explained how volunteers of St. Matthew in Hanover prepare backpacks full of food for needy schoolchildren to take home every weekend to tide them over.

 

Pastor Reumann encouraged those at Synod Assembly to take action by writing paper plate letters to their state legislators.

The Bible study leader, the Rev. Amy Reumann of Lutheran Advocacy Ministries of Pennsylvania, spoke of God's concern for the neediest among us, and how God expects faithful people to care for the needy, as well. Dan Rift, director of ELCA World Hunger, delivered an interactive and thought-provoking keynote address.

 

Of course, people hunger for more than just food, but also for community, connection to God, spirituality and meaning.

 

"People are hungry for the work of the church, and where the hungry are fed is where the Lower Susquehanna Synod is," said Bishop Dunlop. 

 

Note: It's not too late to participate by donating to offset the cost of the event! So far some 110 of our synod's congregations have provided financial support. Others sent volunteers. If you'd like to help us move closer to 100% participation, please send your gift of any amount to: Lower Susquehanna Synod Treasurer's Office, 900 S. Arlington Avenue, Suite 220B, Harrisburg, PA 17109. Mark your donation "Loaves and Fishes." Thank you!


Ordinations & Consecration Among Assembly Highlights


  

This year Assembly attendees and guests were able to worship and celebrate the ordinations and consecration of five new rostered leaders. Consecrated as a Deaconess was Sister Dottie Almoney (called to St. Peter's, Neffsville). Ordained as pastors were Laura Haupt (called to St. James, Gettysburg), Nancy Knol (called to St. John, Barner's), Ursula Schreffler (called to Zion, Union Deposit), and Ben Siebert (called to Trinity, Arendtsville). David Sensenig (called to Good Shepherd, Liverpool) received orders for training as a Reserve Navy Chaplain and was unable to be present at Assembly. He will be ordained on July 20, at 6:30 p.m. at Christ Lutheran in Linglestown.

 

Want to watch the live-stream recordings (six sessions) from Synod Assembly? Click here to be redirected to our Ustream Channel. The video will be available here in high-definition until July 4, 2014. You will also find highlights posted to our synod YouTube channel.

 

Note: Post-assembly information and resources are now posted here on our synod's website. You will find an order form for a hard copy of the 2014 Preliminary Minutes (the 2014 Preliminary Minutes will be available online), an order form for a synod handbook and directory (minute book), a Digest of Synod Assembly Actions (including adopted Resolutions) and an Assembly Wrap-Up Bulletin Insert.  


Leadership Link of the Week

Our synod grows stronger because its dedicated leaders continue to learn new ways of approaching ministry and serving God's people. Check here each week for a link to a video, article, podcast, powerpoint presentation or other media that will help our leaders embrace new ideas and learn new insights into ministry. (Photo: Chris Carter, Creative Commons)

 

Amid a time enormous cultural and economic changes, many of our churches struggle for mere survival, rather than how to be a light to a dark world. But a study by Interfaith Funders and the University of New Mexico show that many churches have found purpose, strength, hope and growth through Congregation-Based Community Organizing.  This 24-page PDF introduces the concept.

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Prayers and Updates 
 
... prayers for the family of Warren C. Heintzelman, Sr., father of the Rev. Warren C. Heintzelman, Jr. (St. Thomas), who died Sunday, June 1, at the age of 90. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, June 14, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Chambersburg.
 
...continued prayers for the families of the Rev. Dale S. Bringman, D.D. (retired), father of Daniel M. Bringman, Board Chair of the Mission Investment Fund, ELCA, and father-in-law of Dan's spouse, Lucinda Bringman, Vice President of our Lower Susquehanna Synod; Nora Catherine Hugh (Kay) Brown, mother of the Rev. Tim Seitz-Brown (Paradise Lutheran) and mother-in-law of Associate in Ministry Ann Seitz-Brown (Paradise Lutheran); Elizabeth Phillips, grandmother of the Rev. Jillian Riddle (St. Matthew, Lancaster); the Rev. Stanley M. Phillips (retired); and Barbara (Glad) Edmiston, spouse of Bishop Emeritus Guy S. Edmiston, as they mourn the loss of their loved ones.

...prayers for peace, healing and hope for Allan Minnich, Sr. (spouse of Pastor Tina Minnich, St. Paul, York St., Hanover), Pastor Brenda Ferree (St. James, York), Pastor Don Gallion (retired), Chaplain Sadie Pounder (Criminal Justice Systems Ministry, serving at SCI, Camp Hill),  Pastor Jay Bohn and his spouse, Mary (retired, serving Center Lutheran), Pastor Donald Warner (retired), Pastor Peter Kuebler (retired), Pastor George Buechner (retired), Pastor Craig Dorward, Glenn Snyder (spouse of Pastor Patricia Synder), and Pastor Nancy Werner.
 

...prayers for Pastor Chad Rimmer and family, ELCA missionaries in Senegal currently on medical leave in the U.S. while Natalie Rimmer receives oncological treatments, for Pastor Kate Warn, who is serving in Rwanda, and for all other missionaries serving around the world. Click here for the May/June issue of the Rimmer family's newsletter. Notes of encouragement may be sent to Natalie and the Rimmer family at 5109 Coronado Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609. Click here for Pastor Warn's June newsletter.

...prayers for our bishops--Elizabeth, Jim, and Israel-Peter--and all who serve the church.

 

...prayers for our synod's delegation to the Konde Diocese leaving Monday for a two-week visit: Bishop Dunlop, Connie Dunlop, Pastor Cliff Eshbach, and Pastor Kate Schroeder.

 

...prayers for those who are hungry and homeless in our midst.

 ...prayers for those who are victims of violence in South Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, and other areas around the world, including the United States

  

Have a prayer request to share with others in our synod? Please contact Pr. Sharron Blezard at sblezard@lss-elca.org

Give + Receive + Share = News to Use

 

Click to Give to our Synod

It's easier than ever to make a gift to support the mission of our Lower Susquehanna Synod. All you have to do is visit our website (www.lss-elca.org) and click the "Donate Now" button on the bottom right side. It will take you to our secure donation site (the same one that hosts Thrivent's Simply Giving) so that you can easily support our work together. You can make a one-time gift or set up a regular giving schedule. Together we are stronger and better able to feed others as we have been fed by Christ.

 

Time to Think about the 2014 LS SWO Convention!

The newsletter is on the LSS website and contains important information about this summer's gathering in Hanover. Click here to download a PDF copy and here to be directed to the website.

 

The 27th Annual Lower Susquehanna Synodical Women's Organization's Convention will be held August 16, (one day) at St. Bartholomew United, in Hanover.  Please encourage your women to visit the synod website: www.lss-elca.org (fourth option across is "Congregations" and then the fourth option down to "Women of the ELCA"), and download the pages in the convention newsletter needed to attend the convention. Please encourage a woman from your unit to represent your congregational unit as delegate at convention, and make sure your president has the information she needs to share with others. The delegate certification form and registration form are in the newsletter and both are due by July 11. Delegate Certification Form is mailed to President, Susan Master, and Registration form to the Treasurer, Gertrude Kampmeyer (both addresses are on the back page of the newsletter and on the forms).

 

Also included is the Nomination Form for board members.  This year we need a President, Treasurer, and four board members. Please consider submitting your name for one of these positions, and send your completed form to Donna Greifzu, 422 Cleveland Avenue, Waynesboro, PA 17268, by the July 31 deadline.  Questions: Her email address is  donnagreifzu@gmail.com or call her at 717-377-1780.

 

Volunteer Chaplains Sought

The Visiting Nurse Association of Central Pennsylvania seeks volunteer chaplains to work with hospice patients on an as-needed basis. Orientation and training are provided. This opportunity is a particularly good one for retired pastors who wish to remain active in ministry. For more information call Dee Rhoads, R.N. at 717-233-1035.

 

Synod Office Observing Summer Hours

Our Synod's offices in Harrisburg are now on summer hours: 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.  The offices are closed on Friday during the summer.  In the event of an emergency occurring on a Friday, the telephone message will direct you to a member of the pastoral staff who is serving on call that day.  This summer schedule will conclude on Friday, August 29. The Monday through Friday schedule will resume the following week.  

 

Support Group of Hope to Meet June 18

The Support Group of Hope for rostered leaders will meet from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, in the Luther Room at our synod's office. This group is informal and designed to provide prayerful support for those dealing with serious and/or chronic illness or those who are caregivers for others. For more information, e-mail Chaplain Sadie Pounder at spounder718@yahoo.com.

 

Check the Synod Calendar on our website for a complete listing of meetings and gatherings. Inclement weather closings of our office are announced on the answering machine (ext. 100) and our Facebook page.

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Additional Opportunities for Education... 
Visit our synod website for specific details about each event! 
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June 18, 2014

Financial Peace University

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 839 W. Market St., York

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

This class meets for nine weeks on Wednesday in the Parlor. Dates are June 18 and 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and August 6 and 13. Childcare is available. Register online at http://www.daveramsey.com. 

 

  June 18, July 16, August 20

The Wrath of God x 3:
June 18: The Wrath of God in Paul's letter to the Church in Rome
July 16: The Wrath of God in the life of Jesus
August 20: The Wrath of God in the Hebrew Scriptures
St. Michael Lutheran Church, 118 State Street, Harrisburg
717-234-0092, www.stmikehbg.com
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
What are your questions about the wrath of God? What does the Bible say about the Wrath of God?  Is the God of the Hebrew Scriptures and the God of the New Testament even the same God? What about all that violence in the Hebrew Scriptures? Does the wrath of God afflict people with sickness or bad fortune when they sin? Come discuss, converse, and learn.

 

After a light summer supper and our time of study and conversation we will conclude the evening with worship round the table. For more information call (717) 234-0092 or visit the St. Michael website at www.stmikehbg.com.

 

July 9-13

Spanish Language and Ministry Intensive

Koinonia, Highland Lake, NY

This Wednesday-­Sunday workshop for both clergy and lay leaders offers strategic language
instruction along with visual and oral presentations on theological and cultural aspects that
affect ministry with Spanish speaking people. Click here for more information.

  

July 14-18

Adult VBS is back at Trindle Spring Lutheran Church , 14 State Road, Mechanicsburg. Have you ever wondered what is the meaning of life?  Have you sought answers to the questions of why wine, money and song are not ultimately fulfilling?  Come to our Adult VBS program for the answers to these questions and many more as we explore the wisdom of Ecclesiastes. Classes start at 6:30 and will last about an hour. For more information call Joe Ricci at 766-9078 or the Church Office at 766-7091. (Note: VBS for children runs concurrently.)  

 

July 18-20, 2014

"Guys, Guts, & God's Glory" Lutheran Men's Gathering

Loew's Vanderbilt Hotel, Nashville, TN

Visit the Lutheran Men in Mission website for complete details and to register. Delegates from the Lower Susquehanna Synod are still needed. Contact Fred Bohls at fcfp@ix.netcom.com.

  

July 19, 2014

Congregational Treasurer Seminar

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Hanover

9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Discussion topics will include Synod finances, congregational audits, congregational best practices, fidelity bonding, sales tax issues, etc. This is also an opportunity for conversation and networking. For more information contact Linda Lubold by email at llubold@lss-elca.org.

  

August 25-29, 2014

Mediation Skills Training Institute

St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Bloomsburg, PA

The Upper Susquehanna Synod Reconciliation Team will host an intensive continuing education event for church leaders led by Staff of the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center (Lombard, IL). The institute is designed to equip church leaders with the skills necessary to deal effectively with interpersonal, congregational, and other forms of group conflict.

  

The five-day institute also includes a component on congregational mediation and consultation, placed within the context of family systems theory.  The institute  includes lectures, discussion, and guided practice in role-plays. Active and practical in focus, the sessions emphasize hands-on skills training and real-life role-plays based on the kinds of conflicts faced by participants.

Tuition is $695 when paid by July 25, 2014, and $770 if received after that date. Enrollment is limited. For registration information, call the Rev. James Bricker at 717-512-1026, or e-mail gymbri@embarqmail.com.

 

October 24-26, 2014

"Café Chocolat" Women's Spiritual Retreat

Mt. Asbury Camp, Newville, PA  

This event is an all-inclusive three day/two night spiritual retreat for all women and a weekend filled with relaxation, laughter, learning, peace, spiritual growth, connection and rest. Pastors Susan McCarthy and Margie Lauver are two of the leaders on the roster for the retreat. Please contact Liz (778-7038) or Brenda (321-5482), event coordinators, for more information and/or to register. Click here for a registration form.

  

November 10, 2014

Witness in Common: An Exploration of Full Communion Agreements

Trinity Lutheran Church, 2000 Chestnut Street, Camp Hill, PA

9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

This event will explore our Full Communion Agreements and how they are impacting our common witness as the missional Church. The plenary speaker is the Very Rev. Dr. Tom Ferguson, former ecumenical officer, the Episcopal Church. Bishop James S. Dunlop, Lower Susquehanna Synod, ELCA, will preside at worship, and Bishop Peggy Johnson, Eastern Pennsylvania Conference, United Methodist Church, will preach. Click here for a save-the-date card/bulletin insert.


 

  




Visit the Congregation Connections page on the synod website to keep up with the specific details of the many good things happening in the worshiping communities of our synod. Please keep us posted about the events and activities 

  

June 14

Pulled Pork Dinner and Car Cruise

Mt. Eden Lutheran Church, 1241 May Post Office, Quarryville, PA

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Tickets are $8.00 adults, children 10 and under are $5.00 each.  The meal will include pork bbq sandwich, potato and macaroni salads baked beans, beverage, and dessert. Take out will also be available. Call the church office (786-7565) for more information.
 

June 15

Mission Partner Sunday Worship Service of Gratitude

Christ Lutheran Church, 124 South 13th St., Harrisburg

Come worship and celebrate the Health Ministries of Christ Church that provided 20,000 free patient visits to poor, uninsured neighbors last year in the medical, dental, and nursing clinics. Music by Amanda Silliker and the Accidental Chorists. Worship will be followed by an ethnic buffet prepared by members and community neighbors.

 

250th Anniversary Celebration Worship

Trindle Spring Lutheran Church, 14 State Road, Mechanicsburg

10:30 a.m., Bishop Dunlop preaching

  

June 19

Jubilee Day Chicken and Waffle Dinner

Trinity Lutheran Church, 132 E. Main St., Mechanicsburg

11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Click here for details and a downloadable flyer to share. All proceeds benefit charity.

  

June 21

"Refuse to be a Victim"

Faith United, 6968 Veterans Way, Ickesburg

This program, designed by women for women, will provide logical solutions for personal safety and to avoid becoming a victim. For additional information, contact Pastor Elaine Moyer (717) 438-3714.

  

June 22

St. Peter's (Middletown) Benefit Golf Tournament

Sunset Golf Course (Middletown)

Registration form, Business Sponsor Forms, and additional information are on line at the

http://www.stpetersmiddletown.org, or contact Jim Manfred at 939-0812, 919-1668 or manfred840@comcast.net.  

 

Summer Solstice Concert with Corinne Adkins

Grace Lutheran Church, 220 North Charles Street, Red Lion

3:00 p.m.

There is no charge for this concert, and all are welcome. Click here for a PDF brochure with complete information.

 

Summer Sundae Concert
Trinity Lutheran Church, 2000 Chestnut Street, Camp Hill
6:30-7:30 p.m.
The first of three free concerts, held outdoors on the church grounds. Trinity's praise band, FaithX, will perform familiar music from the contemporary Christian repertoire. Free ice cream sundaes will be served to enjoy during the concert. Bring your friends and lawn chairs. The concert will be held indoors in the event of inclement weather. Remaining concerts in the series are on Sunday, July 27 and Sunday, August 24.
 
July 1
Tent Troupe Family Entertainment
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd,  750 Greenfield Road, Lancaster
Children's Matinee at 1:30 p.m. and Family Show at 7:30 p.m.
There is no charge for either show. Click here for a downloadable brochure.

 

July 13

Rejoicing Spirits Worship
St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 30 W. Main St., New Kingstown

4:00 PM (pre-worship singing begins at 3:45 PM)
The Rejoicing Spirits ministry reaches out to enrich the spiritual lives of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities along with their families, friends and other supportive community members. God's message of love is shared through a meaningful and adapted Christian worship service and fellowship time. Individuals are free to be themselves while actively participating as contributing members in an inclusive faith community. For more information, contact Rose Hlavac at sslcRejoicingSpirits@gmail.com or 717.258.5666.
  

  

July 23

Music and Comedy Café with singer-songwriter Mark Cable

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 839 W. Market Street, York

6:15 - 7:30 p.m. in the Parlor

There is no charge, but a free-will offering will be taken. Refreshments and beverages provided. VBS parents are encouraged to attend. No registration is required. Open to the public.  

  

Vacation Bible School

June 16-20

"Jungle Safari - Where Kids Explore the Nature of God"

Mannsville Lutheran, 2944 Mannsville Rd., Elliottsburg

9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. each day (for children and youth ages 2 through 8th grade)    

 

June 22-26

"Wilderness Escape: Where God Guides and Provides"

Zion Lutheran Church, 100 West Main Street Hummelstown

6:00 - 8:15 p.m. each day (for ages 3-11), register online at www.zluth.org. Call 717-566-2589 for more information.  

 

June 23-26

"Weird Animals" & "Real Conversations with Real People"

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Hershey

6:00 - 8:15 p.m.

Festivities start with a family picnic and ZooAmerica program on June 22 from 3:00 -6:00 p.m. at Memorial Field in Hershey.  "Weird Animals" is for children ages 3 - grade 5. Real Conversations with Real People is for adults and will tackle topics such as overcoming hardship, amazing grace, and making a difference.  Speakers include a family with a severely autistic child; Terri Roberts, survivor of an unthinkable tragedy; and Tara Leo Auchey, columnist for the Patriot News and author of PennLive's blog "today's the day."  For more information or to register, call the church office at 533-2467.
  

"God's Work - Our Hands," Stories of Service in the Bible

Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3825 Concordia Rd., Columbia, PA

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.  (Ages 3-11) Call 717-285-4626 for more information.

 

July 14-18

"WOW VBS -- Workshop of Wonders"
7th Annual Joint VBS Program:  Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, St. James Lutheran Church and Prince of Peace Episcopal Church
Christ Lutheran Church, 44 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg
9:00 -11:30 a.m.  
Online registration available by clicking hereThe kickoff event is Sunday, July 13 at 3:00 p.m.
 
"Weird Animals - Where Jesus' Love is One-of-a-Kind"
Trindle Spring Lutheran Church
14 State Road, Mechanicsburg
5:30 p.m. (Begins with light supper). The kick-off event is scheduled for June 13th. For more information, contact Deb Bender at Dabluvs2cook@gmail.com.

 

July 20-24

WEIRD ANIMALS -Where Jesus' Love is One-of-a-Kind

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 839 W. Market Street, York

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Classes for preschoolers, age 3-5 years, elementary children, youth 7th-12 grade and adults.

Light supper will be provided at 5:30 p.m. To register, stop at the church (back entrance) between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. No telephone reservations will be accepted.

 

Available to Share

St. Luke Lutheran Church in Schaefferstown has 6 pews ready for adoption.  4 pews measure 153" x 24"  and 2 measure 145" x 24"   Transportation to a good home is the only cost involved for the individual or congregation interested.  Arrangements  can be made through the church office:  717-949-3375 or churchoffice@stlukelutheran.comcastbiz.net.  

 

First Lutheran Church, Chambersburg has about 40 beige choir gowns with liturgical colored stoles in good condition.  If interested or if you have questions, please contact Freda Dorand at fjdorand@gmail.com.


 

  

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 Sharron Blezard at sblezard@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 with more details.

Congregation: Zion Lutheran Church, Glen Rock, PA
Posted 6/12/14
Position: Organist/Music Director
Contact the church office at 717-235-3276 for additional information or click here for details.
 

Congregation: St James Lutheran Church, Gettysburg, PA

Posted 5/28/14

Position: Visitation Minister

St. James, Lutheran Church, Gettysburg, is looking to hire an individual for the position of Visitation Minister.  This is a 10 hour/week position, whose primary responsibility will be visiting homebound members of the congregation as well as those in hospitals.  If interested, please contact Pastor Michael Allwein at mallwein@stjamesgettysburg.org or 717-334-2012.


Congregation: Bendersville Lutheran Parish, Bendersville

Posted 5/28/14

Position: Organist

We have 3 services most Sundays - 8:25 a.m., 9:45 a.m., and 11 a.m. This position would include preparation for Sunday worship services and other special services. Position opening in July. 

Position: Choir Director

We have 3 services most Sundays -- 

8:25 a.m., 9:45 a.m., and 11 a.m. 

This position would include preparation for weekly anthems and weekly rehearsals. 

For information about either or both positions, contact cbaugher@embarqmail.com or by phone (717)873-8200 for more details. 

 

Congregation: Trinity Lutheran Church, Mount Joy
Posted 5/8/14

Position: Organist/Choir Director: Accompanies traditional worship service each Sunday, leads Chancel and Festival Choirs (one rehearsal per week in school year), and recruits and accompanies musicians/singers to provide "special music" throughout the year.

Position: Children's/Youth Choir Director: Works weekly with Children's Choir (Wednesday night rehearsal) during school year and meets monthly with Youth Choir. (Both groups provide worship music once per month.)

Individuals may apply for both positions if desired. For more details, contact Pastor Mike Martine at 717-368-2791 or martine411@comcast.net.


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 Sharron Blezard, editor,  sblezard@lss-elca.org.

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