News and Events for the Week of November 11
THE WEEKEND REGISTRATION CLOSES NOV. 15
Allegheny Synod youth in grades 6-12 and adult leaders are invited to The Weekend at St. James Huntingdon December 6-8. Registration is open until November 15 using the forms here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DPxvmrfEF06FqnfZwT5Ub8xlJTH0RRbB
HELP LAMPA DISCERN FAITH IN ACTION
Beloved Advocates,
As we look forward to 2025 and beyond, LAMPa is ready to accompany you and our ELCA Lutheran ministries across the Commonwealth as we live into our baptismal call to strive for justice and peace.
This biennial survey helps us discern where the Holy Spirit is leading us for public witness in Pennsylvania.
Please prayerfully use your voice to help us plan and prioritize how we are called to act as church together for the sake of the world God loves.
The survey takes about 3 minutes, but feel free to take your time and add more thoughts -- or send us a longer note at LAMPa@Lutheranadvocacypa.org.
Thank you, in advance, for your input and advocacy. LAMPa's policy council, Pennsylvania bishops and staff look forward to hearing from you.
WINTER IGNITE AT SEQUANOTA
Registration opens November 1 for WINTER IGNITE!
When: Saturday, Feb. 25 - Sunday, Feb. 27
Where: CAMP SEQUANOTA!
Who: 2nd - 9th graders
Cost: $50
Join us for another great weekend of sledding, singing, hiking, worshiping, and adventuring! Invite a new friend and introduce them to Camp Sequanota!
This could make a great Christmas present for a child in your life that loves camp or that you would like to introduce to camp. Register at sequanota.com.
JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM: A WALK THROUGH THE NATIVITY
Please see the attached flyer.
ALLEGHENY SYNOD ASSEMBLY DATE CHANGES
The date of the 2025 Synod Assembly has changed to allow more transition time before our next Bishop election. There will no longer be an assembly in May. The 2025 Allegheny Synod Assembly will meet October 31—November 1, 2025, at the Blair County Convention Center.
GO TELL IT IN THE MOUNTAINS OPPORTUNITIES
Consider using the “Laity to Laity” video link from our YouTube channel as an information tool at your church council. The more information we can distribute now, the easier it will be for people and congregations to engage in this GO Tell It IN the Mountains Initiative.
Our You Tube link is: Laity to Laity (youtube.com) You may also access this and the other two information videos from our www.gotellitinthemountains.org website page under “resources”.
I am open to questions and conversations. My email address is director@alleghenysynod.com
God’s Peace,
John Kratz
SEEKING ACCOMPANIST
Part time supply organist or pianist needed for Sunday worship services and Mid Week services during Advent & Lent.
Please contact St. Mark Lutheran Church, 160 N. Main St. Pleasant Gap.
Anyone interested can contact the church at 814-359-2522 or email stmarkpleasantgap@gmail.com.
We pay $100.00 per Sunday Service and $50.00 for Mid Week Services.
NOMINATE STUDENTS FOR LUTHERAN SUMMER MUSIC 2025
You’re invited to nominate a student for LSM 2025! Lutheran Summer Music (LSM) is a faith-based residential music academy for high school students (grades 8-12) who come together from all over the country to immerse themselves in musical excellence and build an intentional, supportive, and FUN community. LSM 2025 takes place at Valparaiso University in Indiana from June 22-July 20 (Full Session) or June 22-July 6 (Half Session). Priority Enrollment is open now through December 1. Nominate students at LSMacademy.org/nominate, and watch and share this LSM Experience Video to learn more!
UPCOMING KINDLING FAITH OPPORTUNITIES
Lunch & Learn: Immigration from a Biblical Perspective and What It Means for Us Today
You are invited to join Pastor Christine Dunn and Deacon Emily Orner as they explore the immigration issue from a biblical lens, drawing from scripture to reflect on the realities of immigration in the U.S. today. Those who attend will be equipped with resources and talking points to take back to their respective congregations to continue the conversation in a constructive, Spirit-led way.
Attendees will also be given a summary of the immigration services that Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA) provides and ways for interested community members to get involved in the work of welcome. This time of study, reflection, and conversation is open to all regardless of previous knowledge or experience with immigration. Wednesday, December 4th at 12 pm EST. Donations accepted. Register here.
The Intersection of Womanism and Mujerista Theological Work: An Online Symposium
Dr. Selenir Kronbauer is a Professor at Escola Superiode Teologia/Faculades ESC in Sao Leopoldo, Brazil. As one of two faculty of color at EST, a Lutheran Theological institution, Professor Kronbauer teaches African Brazilian History and African History and Culture and trains teachers in the larger community Education for Ethnic Racial Relations, Pedagogical Practices, and Ethnic and Religious Diversity as well as general Religious Education. Professor Kronbauer is also the developer of the Program,” Blackness in Church and Society” working with new immigrants from Venezuela and Haiti, helping them understand their rights as new residents in Brazil and help in providing courses in English as a Second Language. This program is being offered in partnership with Dr. Beverly Wallace and the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary on Friday, December 6th. Click here for more information and to register.
Richard Stewart Lifelong Learning Certificate
Online Lecture Series is Ongoing this Fall
This exciting program features nine different presenters speaking to the various aspects of Lutheranism’s place in the story of African American Spiritual Formation as part of the narrative that shaped these United States and her territories. See the ULS calendar of events for more information or click here to register for the November lectures.
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