"...to foster interdependent relationships among congregations, institutions, and synodical and churchwide units for mission purposes." -- S12.01

Conferences

The Synod's nine conferences gather local congregations and leaders for mutual ministry, service and support.  Each conference elects one pastor as dean, who helps support leaders and congregations during times of transition and serves on the committee of deans, which advises the bishop and synod staff.

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Discover the Secret: 2009 Conference Gatherings

I have learned to be content with whatever I have. I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need. I can do all

things through Christ who strengthens me.

1213- Philippians 4:11-13

Bishop Claire Burkat invites you to an evening of discovery!  Please join us for an evening of fun and fellowship as we discover Paul's secret to a full, faithful life. 

At these evenings you will:

  • Engage Scripture in a relevant, interactive way
  • Be encouraged for ministry
  • Find strength for difficult times
  • Share ideas for connecting more closely with your community

Each gathering begins at 6:30 pm.  A location is identified in each conference, but you may feel free to attend any gathering that fits your schedule.  Dates and locations are:

Date Conference / Location (Click address for map)
Monday,
Sept. 21
Chester Conference @ St. Luke, Devon
203 North Valley Forge Rd., Devon, PA 19333
Tuesday,
Sept. 22
Northeast Conference @ The Southampton Room
2980 Southampton Rd., Philadelphia, Pa. 19154
Monday,
Sept. 28
Lower Montgomery Conference @  St. Andrew, Audubon
2725 Egypt Rd., Audubon, PA 19403
Thursday,
Oct. 8
Lower Bucks Conference @ Family of God, Buckingham
4770 Rt. 202, Buckingham, PA 18912
Monday,
Oct. 19
Upper Bucks Conference @ St. Peter, Hilltown
1530 Augsburg Drive, Hilltown, PA 18927
Wednesday,
Oct. 21
Upper Montgomery Conference @ New Hanover, Gilbertsville
2941 Lutheran Rd., Gilbertsville, PA 19525
Monday,
Nov. 2
Delaware Conference @ St. Matthew, Springfield
400 Lynbrooke Rd., Springfield, PA 19064
Tuesday,
Nov. 3
Northwest and Central Phila. Conferences @ Benbow Hall, Brossman Center, LTSP
7301 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19119

 

Conferences Contacts

Philadelphia conferences (Central, Northeast, Northwest/Olney) Pastor Patricia Davenport Deans
Lower and Upper Bucks, Delaware Pastor Serena Sellers Deans
Chester, Lower and Upper Montgomery Pastor Larry Hand Deans

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