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Synod office summer hours
The Synod office will be closed Friday, July 3 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Beginning Friday, July 10, the office will be closed on Fridays during the months of July and August. During this time office staff will work longer schedules Monday - Thursday.
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Liberty offers family wellness activities
Individuals and families with students age 10 and up can enjoy three days with the activity and wellness specialists at Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler July 14-16 and learn about how God works through people of all ages.
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Join 50 days of prayer for Churchwide Assembly
Presiding Bishop Hanson, in an April letter to rostered leaders, invites the church to “50 days of renewed and focused prayer” in the seven weeks prior to the start of the Churchwide Assembly on Aug. 17. Resources for individuals, groups and congregations to pray and study, based on the texts that will be used daily in worship at the assembly, are available on the ELCA website at http://www.elca.org/50days.
July stewardship newsletter posted
The latest stewardship newsletter explores ideas for increasing giving in these difficult economic times. The newsletter also lists stewardship resources and upcoming training events.
Consecration Sunday training Aug. 13
In these uncertain economic times, congregations are asking for leaders who can help them carry out a Consecration Sunday effectively. To meet the increasing need, a training for Consecration Sunday Leaders and Speakers has been scheduled for Thursday, August 13th, from 7-9 p.m., at the synod office.
Liberty sponsors family Disaster Camp
Parents and children 8 and over will learn how God is faithful in times of disaster and how Lutherans prepare for and respond to disasters in a special weekend experience Aug. 14-16.
60 minutes for stewardship Sept. 17
The next SEPA Synod "60 Minutes" stewardship workshop is scheduled for Thursday September 17th at the Synod Office. This fast paced workshop begins with opening devotions at 7 pm and then, in a single hour, covers stewardship ideas and concepts in a dozen five minute presentations. Questions? Call Ginny Bailey at 267.323.3749.
Healthy Boundaries workshop for rostered leaders
Rostered leaders are invited to “Healthy Boundaries,” a workshop on misconduct prevention and SEPA Synod policy, on Wednesday, September 23, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Havertown. This free workshop is required for rostered leaders new to our Synod and those who have not yet attended the Synod’s prevention and policy workshop.
Bryson adult retreat: Coming out as sacrament
The Synod’s Lutheran/Bryson Gay and Lesbian Task Force will sponsor an adult retreat, “Coming out as sacrament,” September 25-26 at Bear Creek Camp. This program of fellowship, learning and spiritual renewal is for LGTB adults who are post high school.
Volunteer at The Welcome Center this summer
Summer volunteer opportunities are available at The Welcome Center, a mission development that provides a drop-in center to offer hospitality, safety and respect for individuals experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia.
Money leadership for rostered leaders
Rostered leaders and their spouses are invited to participate in a Money Leadership retreat Oct. 13-14. This program engages leaders in conversation and self-assessment of their experiences, feelings, knowledge and practices related to money issues. Money Leadership has helped individuals take important steps in their faith journey and financial planning while nurturing thriving congregations. The cost of housing, meals and course materials is being underwritten by the synod and the Mission Investment Fund of the ELCA.
SEPA Women's event June 20
SEPA's Women of the ELCA chapter presents "Time and Faith -- A Balancing Act" on June 20 at Martin Luther-Silver Springs School. Read on for more information
Pastor rides again for Lutheran Charities
Each June, Pastor Gordon Simmons hops on his bike to ride over 60 miles for Lutheran Charities, the social ministry agencies of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. He is joined by more than 100 bikers of all ages who ride through Chester and Montgomery counties to raise funds for eight Lutheran Charities agencies. This year's ride is June 27.
