July 16,  2014

Mark Your Calendars for these Upcoming Educational Offerings

Dr. Jennifer McBride
September 18, 2014: Bishop's Convocation 
This year's Bishop's Convocation will again be hosted by St. Matthew Lutheran Church in York. The theme for this day-long event is "Being the Church for the World: Public Witness and Public Discipleship." Keynote speaker and leader is Jennifer McBride, the Board of Regents Endowed Chair of Ethics and assistant professor of religion at Wartburg College, Waverly, Iowa.

McBride earned her doctorate at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, and was a postdoctoral fellow in the Initiative in Religious Practices and Practical Theology at Emory University, Atlanta. At Emory's Candler School of Theology she also served as a Visiting Lecturer and Program Director for the Atlanta Theological Association's Certificate in Theological Studies at Metro State Prison for Women.

 

McBride serves on the Board of Directors of the International Bonhoeffer Society, English Language Section. She is author of The Church for the World: A Theology of Public Witness (Oxford University Press, 2011) and co-editor of Bonhoeffer and King: Their Legacies and Import for Christian Social Thought (Fortress Press, 2010).


The day will include worship, time with Bishop Dunlop, and two interactive sessions led by Dr. McBride, along with lunch and light breakfast. Both rostered leaders and congregational leaders are encouraged to attend in order to continue the conversation after the day is over. Registration will open August 1.

MOOC Course: Survey of Lands of the Bible
Rev. Dr. Mark Vitalis Hoffman

Interested in learning more about the Bible and how the land and the history and the practical realities of biblical life go together? "Survey of the Lands of the Bible" the new MOOC course offered by the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg and led by Mark Vitalis Hoffman aims to do just that. The course begins September 1, 2014 and concludes December 17.

 

MOOC stands for "massive, open, online course." The online course uses interactive elements in addition to traditional course materials. "I just love teaching a class where the textbook is mostly maps, graphics, and photographs from biblical history" says The Rev. Dr. Vitalis Hoffman, Professor of Biblical Studies at Gettysburg Seminary. "This course will be the next best thing to actually visiting the Bible lands, and for some of the students, a study trip in January to Israel, Palestine, and Jordan will be just that!"  

This is a free, non-credit, online course open to anyone. No homework or reading is required, but those who wish to get the course textbook will be able to read along, join in the discussions, and gain the full benefit of the course. Topics covered will include biblical geography, topology, culture, climate, flora and fauna, travel routes and archaeology. It will benefit both readers of the Bible and visitors to the biblical lands. It will increase understanding both of the biblical world and of the realities in those lands today. Click here for more information, and click here to register.


Installations & Ordination: You are Invited

  
Pastor Beth George will be installed as pastor of First Lutheran Church, New Oxford, on Saturday, July 19, 2014, at 6:00 p.m. Clergy are invited to vest and process (plan to arrive by 5:45 p.m.).
  
David Sensenig will be ordained into the office of Word and Sacrament on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 1214 Crosby Street, Linglestown, PA 17112. A reception will follow worship with Holy Communion. Clergy are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is red. David is called to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Liverpool.
  
Pastor Nancy Knol will be installed as pastor of St. John (Barner's) Lutheran Church, Liverpool, on Sunday, August 3, at 2:30 p.m. Clergy are invited to vest and process (meet in the office at the back of the church building). The color of the day is green.

Summerfest: Water, Water, Everywhere and a Whole Lot More!

Consider registering today for our annual multi-generational family event called Summerfest, scheduled for Saturday, July 26, 2014, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Camp Nawakwa's Upper Camp.This year's event, entitled "Washed by the Water," will not only feature water-themed games and pool time for participants, but will also feature the baptism of a family of three children, during our closing worship service led by Pastor Dana Blouch-Hanson.

 

Other highlights of the day include a grilled picnic-style meal thanks to the volunteers from St Mark's in Harrisburg, afternoon games, crafts, and hikes for all ages. Plus live music by local musicians, and by our special musical guest Jonathan Rundman, who will share a mini-concert that includes the "Cranberry Jam," a modern twist on the good old-fashioned hymn-sing. An afternoon snack will precede our worship with Holy Communion and baptism, that caps our time together. Congregations or families can register as a group using this handy downloadable registration form. Names are not as important as approximate numbers of registrants at this point, so even an email to Charlie Roberts in the Office for Children, Youth & Family at [email protected] will qualify as registration. 


 Congregational Treasurers: Don't Miss the Workshop this Saturday!
 
It's not too late to sign up to attend the Treasurers' Workshop this Saturday at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hanover. The event is from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and will provide you with a wealth of knowledge about Synod finances, congregational audits, congregational best practices, fidelity bonding, sales tax issues, and more. There is also an opportunity for conversation and networking. For more information contact Linda Lubold by email at [email protected].

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)

 

Teaching Stewardship to Children

Can generous giving be taught? How did members of "the greatest generation" learn how to be such good givers to our churches? There are excellent  reasons for introducing the concept of stewardship to our children. In fact, generosity and stewardship could be the greatest lesson we teach to our young people. This fine article from Catholic Teacher magazine provides good information on how to go about it. Good reading as our congregations plan Sunday school in the fall! Click here to read the article.


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Prayers and Updates 
  
...prayers for the family of Patricia (Pat) Eckman, mother of Debbie Clark (synod staff member). Mrs. Eckman died Monday, July 14, 2014. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Church of Christ, 30 N. Pitt St., Carlisle. The family will receive friends prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. Click here to be redirected to the obituary.

 

...prayers for the family of the Rev. James R. Nace, who died Wednesday, July 9, 2014, at the age of 85. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 243 Hellam St., Wrightsville. Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. Click here to be redirected to the obituary.

 

...continued prayers for the families of Patricia S. Yeiser, mother of the Rev. Daniel Yeiser (St. Matthew, Hanover), and Warren C. Heintzelman, Sr., father of the Rev. Warren C. Heintzelman, Jr. (St. Thomas).

...prayers for peace, healing and hope for Pastor Brenda Kiser (Memorial, Shippensburg), Brody Guiher and his family, grandson of Pastors Tim Sadler and Chaplain Karen Minnich-Sadler,  Gloria Dorsett (spouse of Pr. Steve Dorsett, retired),  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 the unaccompanied children being detained as they cross our southern U.S. borders and for humane and just solutions that will protect these vulnerable ones. 

 

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

 ...prayers for those who are victims of violence in South Sudan, Syria, Palestine, 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 [email protected]

Give + Receive + Share = News to Use

 

Women of the ELCA LSS Summer Convention Deadline is Extended: Don't Miss Out!
This year's convention is scheduled for Saturday, August 16, at St. Bartholomew United in Hanover. Click here for more information in the July/August News & Views Newsletter on our synod's website. 

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.

 

God's Work. Our Hands. Sunday is Coming Up!

Sunday, September 7 will be the second "God's Work. Our Hands." churchwide event. How does your congregation plan to celebrate? Please e-mail Sharron Blezard at [email protected] so that we can share the good news about the exciting ministries and activities that will be happening that weekend across our synod.

 

Still looking for a meaningful way to be involved, or want to add to your congregation's already scheduled events? Consider joining Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in Pa (LAMPa) for God's Work. Our Hands. Our Voices.--a dedicated day of service and advocacy. From hunger to housing, education to stewardship of creation, LAMPa can help you broaden the impact of your ministry. Call 717-545-3500 or contact us at [email protected].

 

Hospice Volunteers Needed

Lutheran Home Care & Hospice is a leading,  non-profit home health care and hospice agency.  We are committed to serving our community and providing clients with excellent health care and quality of life services.  As a non-profit agency, we rely on our volunteers to help us achieve our goals.  Will you please help us in our efforts to share our unique volunteer opportunities with your congregation by posting this information (downloadable PDF) in your next bulletin and/or newsletter?  

 

REMINDER: Synod Office Summer Hours

Summer office hours are 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. 

  
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! 
Click here to be redirected!

 

August 20

The Wrath of God x 3: 
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.

  

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 [email protected].

  

September 11, 2014

Preaching Perspectives: Keeping it Biblical and Keeping it Real: Proclaiming God's Promises through Pentecost

Gettysburg Lutheran Seminary

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

The Rev. Dr. Derrick Fallon, Pastor, St. John's Lutheran Church, Randolph, Nebraska

The Rev. Dr. Richard P. Carlson, Glatfelter Professor of Biblical Studies, Gettysburg Seminary

See detailed schedules, times and registration information at http://www.ltsg.edu/Lifelong-Learners/Preaching-Perspectives or contact Michelle Carlson [email protected]


September 12-13, 2014

"New Visions" Seminar with Peter Steinke

St. Paul Lutheran Church, 201 S. Main St., Spring Grove, PA

New Visions is a training program for congregational leaders. Its primary purpose is to prepare these leaders in establishing a mission school within the congregation, with the intent of raising awareness about mission vitality and action among church members. Using Dr. Steinke's book,
A Door Set Open, study guides, a training manual, three DVDs and about 12 hours of training, the program will prepare leaders for mission.  The desired outcomes include turning congregations suffering "mission drift" to a mission direction and to influence the mission of the congregation by exercising faith active in love and proclaiming the Gospel.For more information and to register, go to the New Visions website http://newvisions.us/about/

September 13, 2014
Boundaries Workshop for Rostered Leaders
Location: TBA
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
This is the first in a series of updated training events for all rostered leaders in our synod. 

September 20, 2014

"Leading the Church's Song"

Sharon Lutheran Church, 120 S. Market St., Selinsgrove, PA
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
If you have a role in leading your assembly's song in worship, you will want to attend this workshop on congregational singing, underwritten by a Worship Grant from the ELCA. Singing together, discussion, and opportunities to explore different playing techniques will engage presenters and participants alike. Anyone who leads assembly song will gain practical tips for what you do Sunday after Sunday. Workshop leaders Jennifer Baker-Trinity and Valerie Lefever Hughes will share presentations, lunch and fellowship, and break-out sessions on music planning and leading assembly song with children. Cost is $26, and includes lunch and materials. Register by September 1. For more information and registration, visit:

 

September 23-25, 2014
Faith in our Music: Many Voices, Diverse Chords, Common Hopes
Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA
This ecumenical and diverse event features John Bell from the Iona Community in Scotland, and other fine musicians helping us to learn about new forms of congregational music for folks of all denominations, abilities, and ages. Early bird registration ends July 31. Click here for more information.

October 20, 2014
Preaching Perspectives:  From Cow Stall to Cosmos: Christ, Light for the World
Gettysburg Lutheran Seminary
9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The Rev. Dr. Pamela Cooper-White, Ben G. & Nancye Clapp Gautier Professor of Pastoral Theology, Care & Counseling, Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, Georgia, and

The Rev. Michael Cooper-White, President, Gettysburg Seminary 

See detailed schedules, times and registration information at http://www.ltsg.edu/Lifelong-Learners/Preaching-Perspectives  or contact Michelle Carlson [email protected]  

 

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 

  

July 13-17

Captive Free at St. Peter Lutheran Church VBS

St. Peter Lutheran Church, 10 Delp Road, Lancaster

Captive Free , a relational music ministry team sponsored by Youth Encounter,  will be a part of St. Peter's Kingdom Rock Vacation Bible School from 5:45-8:00 p.m. Sunday-Wednesday. Thursday is a closing program followed by a concert by Captive Free at 7:00 p.m. People of all ages are encouraged attend an inspiring event of Christian Music, games, skits and fellowship. Captive Free ministers to churches, schools, assisted living homes, detention centers, and Christian Youth conferences across the country. Annually, Youth Encounter facilitates over 200,000 encounters with Christ all over the world. Please come and join us! Question, please call 717-569-9211.

 

July 19

Trindle Spring Heritage Day

Trindle Spring Lutheran Church, 44 State Rd., Mechanicsburg

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

Click here for complete details of the day's many events. Proceeds from Heritage Day will go toward the congregation's efforts to provide a $25,000 endowed scholarship at Lutheran Theological Seminary, Gettysburg, in honor of the congregation's 250th anniversary.

 

July 20

150th Anniversary Commemorative Worship

St. Mark Lutheran Church, 129 Charles St., Hanover

On July 20, 1864, the English-only-speaking Lutheran church dedicated its new structure on Carlisle Street, near Chestnut Street. In 1958, after outgrowing that facility, the congregation moved to its current location on Charles Street. A special worship service is planned, with Bishop James Dunlop reaching and Pastor Kirk Griffin presiding. All are welcome. Handicap parking and entrance is available on the Willow Street side of the church. (717) 637-8904

  

July 23

Music and Comedy Caf� with singer-songwriter Mark Cable

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

 

July 27
July 2014 Summer Sundae Concert
Trinity Lutheran Church, 2000 Chestnut Street, Camp Hill
6:30-7:30 p.m.
The second 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 concert and FREE community picnic Sunday, August 24.
 
August 3
Rejoicing Spirits Worship
St. Luke Lutheran Church, 2795 Luther Drive, Chambersburg
4:00 p.m.
For more information contact Jamie Trotty, Rejoicing Spirits Coordinator, at [email protected] or call the church office at 717-261-1213

August 7

King's Brass in Concert

Trindle Spring Lutheran Church, 44 State Rd., Mechanicsburg

7:00 p.m.

The King's Brass, formed three decades ago, is comprised of professional musicians from across the country, who desire to use the instruments they love to lead others in praise and worship. Based out of Fort Wayne, IN, the group plays over 120 concerts per year in the U.S. and internationally. Click here for complete information.

  

August 10

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

4:00 p.m. (pre-worship singing begins at 3:45 p.m.)
For more information, contact Rose Hlavac at [email protected] or 717.258.5666.
 

  

Vacation Bible School Opportunities

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

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church of Penbrook has a long Easter Banner to share. Size is 16 feet long by 4 feet wide. Wording reads:  LIFE / He is Risen Indeed

(SEE PHOTO at right). We are willing to give it to a church that has space for it.

Contact: 

[email protected] or

 telephone (717) 233-0776.

  

Christ Lutheran Church of Spry has two copiers to share. Call 717-741-4639 for more information. The first is a Gestetner SPC 210 SF Color multifunction copier purchased in 2007 that comes with three extra color cartridges (yellow, magenta, cyan). It needs a new fuser (apx. cost $300). The second is a Lanier LDD120 Printer that includes three extra ink boxes, one master roll, and a base storage unit. It needs a service call for intermittent hiccups, and pulls multiple pages on occasion.

  

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 [email protected].  


 

  

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 [email protected].  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: Trinity Lutheran Church, Steelton

Posted: 7/16/14

Position: Director of Music

This is a part-time position (approx 18 hours) and includes preparation and playing of the organ/piano in Sunday morning worship as well as special services (e.g. Ash Wednesday, Christmas Eve, etc), and direction of the sanctuary choir and chime choir. Additionally, the director of music may be asked to accompany for weddings and funerals. Trinity holds one service on Sunday morning at 10:15 a.m. For a complete job description or to apply, contact

[email protected].


Organization: ELCA Churchwide
Posted 7/8/14
Position: Director for Budget Planning
Located at the ELCA churchwide organization in Chicago, IL, the Director for Budget Planning is responsible for assisting the Treasurer and Executive for Administration in the development and management of the churchwide organization budgets. This includes income and expense analysis. This senior leader will supervise and direct the activities of staff servicing the units of this church in their budgeting and accounting responsibilities. The complete position profile can be accessed here: http://bit.ly/1pZy4I3.

Resumes, cover letters, and question, can be emailed to Gaye Lindfors, the consultant assisting with the search: [email protected]Gaye can also be reached at 651-490-9550.


Organization: Luthercare, Lititz, PA
Posted 7/8/14
Position: Marketing Representative
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter and references to Jodi Weaver,
Human Resources Generalist, Luthercare, 600 East Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543 or via e-mail to
[email protected]. Click here for a complete position description.

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: Grace Lutheran Church, Camp Hill, PA
Posted 6/12/14
Position: Children's Choir Director
Congregation seeks enthusiastic Children's Choir Director, 3 yr. olds to 6th grade, to supplement learning and worship opportunities with choral and Orff instrumental music.  Sunday mornings during the school year primarily; choir rehearsals may be scheduled at another time.  Approx. 5 hrs/wk, salary negotiable. Send interest to: [email protected].
 

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]

or by phone (717)873-8200 for more details. 


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,  [email protected].

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