Congregation news and updates

ALLEGHENY SYNOD OFFICE HOLIDAY CLOSURES

The Allegheny Synod office will be closed on July 4 and 5. We will resume regular hours on Monday, July 8.

The staff will be working at home on Wednesday, July 3. They can be reached via e-mail.

ALLEGHENY SYNOD OFFICE YARD SALE

The Allegheny Synod office is moving. In order to make this transition, we need to downsize. You can help. We will have books, worship items, furniture and office supplies for “sale” at the Synod office (701 Quail Ave., Altoona) on the following days: July 23-25 during business hours. You may come by between 9:00 am  and 3:00 pm. to shop. All items are available for a donation. The proceeds will be given to ELCA World Hunger. Help us get ready to move!

LIVESTREAM LUTHERAN SUMMER MUSIC THROUGHOUT JULY

Lutheran Summer Music invites you to livestream over 30 inspiring concerts, recitals, and worship services throughout the entire month of July. Performances and services are shared by over 250 students, faculty, fellows, worship staff, and guest artists who come together to create a vibrant community of music-makers. Visit LSMacademy.org/2024 to explore the schedule and access the livestream and video archive. You won't want to miss this! 

SAVE THE DATE

Allegheny Synod Assembly 2025: May 31, 2025, Blair County Convention Center.

THRIVENT’S BIG GIVE BACK

The Thrivent Member Network will be blessing five Thrivent Choice organizations in its first annual, The Big Give Back.  Five local Thrivent Choice organizations will be selected for the opportunity to highlight their mission and community impact. Then the Thrivent Member Network along with each of the selected Thrivent Choice Organizations will spread the word and earn votes for their cause. Thrivent Members along with donors and supporters can cast their vote for their favorite Thrivent Choice organization for the opportunity to help the Thrivent Member Network award $25,000 in Community Grants.

How To Apply. Visit bit.ly/MidAtlanticTheBigGiveBack to learn more about this campaign and to download an application. Completed applications must be submitted by Thursday, August 15, 2024. Community Grant Awards. A total of $25,000 in Community Grants will be awarded during The Big Give Back interactive campaign.

*Community Grants will be awarded based on public voting during this live interactive online event from Oct. 13-19. One vote per person per email address during the voting period.Questions? If you have questions about this event or how to apply, please email MidAtlanticTMN@Thrivent.com