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The SEPA Synod Office is closed on Fridays through September 4.
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Bishop Davenport Funeral Livestream
If you are not able to attend in person, you may join the livestream HERE
Funeral Arrangements for Bishop Davenport
CLICK HERE
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Introducing Quips: Stories from our shared ministry.
The name Quips comes from our Synod mission statement to "equip the saints for the work of ministry." Stories from our Synod's ministry and beyond shared to inspire hope and nurture our shared commitment to loving God and loving neighbor.
READ MORE HERE
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NEW! In God's Image
Attendee Registration Now Open
October 10, 2026
9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Reformation Lutheran
102 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA
The keynote speaker is the Rev. Carla Christopher.
Registration for attendees is now open! REGISTER HERE for this event. You also may register on the calendar on the Synod's website.
Vendors for In God's Image, an annual event in SEPA Synod will be held Saturday, October 10. 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at Reformation Lutheran Church (102 West Rose Tree Road, Media, PA 19063). Vendors must register using this link by September 15. Participant registration will open in August. Contact ingodsimagesepa@gmail.com with any questions.
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SEPA Antiracism Team Presentation with Rev. Dr. James Thomas
September 22, 2026
7:00 pm
Reformation Lutheran Church
1215 E. Vernon Road, Philadelphia
Join the SEPA Antiracism Team for a conversation with The Rev. Dr. James Thomas on his book A Rumor of Black Lutherans: The Formation of Black Leadership In Early American Lutheranism.
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What new ministry could you do?
2026-2027 Forward Together in Faith Grant Applications Open
The mission of the Forward Together in Faith campaign is to support the communities of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod as we enter the changing mission field of the 21st century, in order to more successfully share the Good News of Jesus Christ. The goal of the Forward Together in Faith granting process is to provide resources to the congregations and ministries of this synod, in particular as those resources relate to the four pillars of the campaign, which are Networking, Innovating, Communicating, and Equipping. A strong grant application will integrate at least one pillar into their project proposal.
Networking: Creating and sustaining new networks and partnerships among congregations and leaders. Building bridges within the synod, and with other community partners.
Innovating: Prioritizing piloting new forms of ministry (such as worship, faith formation, and/or community service) and planting new communities of faith, particularly among underserved populations.
Communicating: Training/consulting for websites, social media, and use of other forms of media (e.g. video). Equipping the communication needs for events for communities, multiple congregations, and/or the larger synod.
Equipping: Training for lay leaders, mission/outreach based continuing education for rostered ministers, supporting seminarians.
The application deadline this year will be September 30.
COMPLETE AN APPLICATION
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NEW! August Ordination Anniversaries
The Rev. Margaret Ainslie, 27 years
The Rev. Dr. Sarah C. Anderson-Rajarigam 14 years
The Rev. H. William Bixby, 40 years
The Rev. Dr. Steven D. Boughter, 56 years
The Rev. Brian D. Cox, 35 years
The Rev. Julie DeWerth, 35 years
The Rev. Carol Ficken, 40 years
The Rev. Dr. Susie K. Folks, 32 years
The Rev. Fritz E. Fowler, 11 years
The Rev. Pamela R. Gabel, 40 years
The Rev. Cheryl A. Hensil, 21 years
The Rev. Lisa Jester, 10 years
The Rev. Steven G. Jones, 41 years
The Rev. Gwendolyn S. King, 46 years
The Rev. Janelle L. Krais, 22 years
The Rev. Dr. Philip Krey, 50 years
Deacon Carole A. Kriebel, 42 years
The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Krommes, 46 years
The Rev. Raymond M. Kvande, 62 years
The Rev. Andrew C. Lowe, 56 years
The Rev. David C. Lutcher, 44 years
The Rev. Rachel Manke, 14 years
Deacon Karen Matthias-Long, 41 years
The Rev. Ellen Meissgeier, 38 years
The Rev. Wayne D. Moritz, 46 years
The Rev. Edward R. Oswald, 53 years
The Rev. Dr. Nelson Rivera-Garcia, 39 years
The Rev. Dr. Heidi Rodrick-Schnaath, 38 years
Deacon Jeanne Sach, 56 years
The Rev. Wayne Shelor, 40 years
The Rev. Daniel Glenn Smith, 7 years
The Rev. David L. Stickley, 48 years
The Rev. G. Warren Weleck, 40 years
The Rev. Dr. Nancy E. Wiseman, 31 years
The Rev. Deborah A. Wolfe, 17 years
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