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Love Revolution Information Session

January 14, 2026

7:00 pm

Thinking about joining the Love Revolution? Have questions? Join us for a Zoom information session.

Registration closes January 17.

Engaging Generosity: A Roadmap for Vitality

January 24, 2026

Trinity Lutheran Church

1000 W. Main St., Lansdale

A day of inspiration, learning, and practical tools for growing generosity in our congregations. Sponsored by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod and Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod.

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Summer Camp 2026 

Summer camp is more than just fun—it’s a place where campers feel welcomed, try new things, build friendships, and create lifelong memories. At Bear Creek Camp, we celebrate community while growing together through meaningful, faith-filled experiences.

Learn More and Register 

Spring Family Nature Retreat, March 20-22, 2026 

This nature-filled weekend gives families the chance to unplug, slow down, and enjoy the peaceful environment of Bear Creek Camp. Guided activities, open time to explore, shared meals, and comfortable accommodations create a refreshing retreat centered on nature, community, and rest.

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Upcoming Installations

Deacon Ali Clark

You are invited to celebrate Deacon Ali Clark's installation as Faith Engagement and Outreach Coordinator at KenCrest

Saturday, January 31 + 2:00 pm

Trinity Fairview Village

1190 Valley Forge Road, Norristown

Rev. Dr. Jenn Phelps preaching. The service will be accessible and engaging for all ages and abilities. The color of the day is green, and clergy and seminarians of all faith traditions are invited to vest and process. All are welcome to a dessert reception following the service. 

SEPA Announcements

Black History Month Display

Mark Staples, a member of Trinity, Lansdale, has been working on an updated presentation/display for Black History Month. HERE is a link to the display. If you have questions or want to do the display in your congregation, contact Mark

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2026 Council Leaders Gathering

Register today for this informative meeting to prepare and support you as a new or continuing leader in your congregation.

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Zion, Bristol Organ Recital

January 23, 7:00 pm

featuring Andrew McKeon, organist at St John the Baptist in Manhattan

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Martin Luther King Day Service

Sunday, January 18, 2026 + 3:00pm

Schaeffer-Ashmead Chapel

United Lutheran Seminary

7301 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia

Speakers: The Rev. Jennifer Thompkins and Dr. William Hayes with Musical Guests Pastor James Scott and the JC Choir

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Donate Today! MLK Day of Service

Monday, January 19, 2026 

Honor Dr. King's legacy through service and compassion.

This event is being held at the Philadelphia Campus of United Lutheran Seminary

7241 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

DONATE: HYGIENE KIT LIST

INFORMATIONAL FLYER TO SHARE

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SEPA Creation Care Ministry Connection Call: How does your church celebrate Earth Day?

February 2, 2026

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

REGISTER

The first "Connection Call" of the synod Care of Creation Ministry will kickoff on Groundhog Day. The goal of the "Connection Calls" will be for representatives of congregations throughout the synod to share ideas, information, and work together. Are you interested in Creation Care? Please, Join us! We hope that all the new creation care contacts at congregations will be able to attend. There will be time for each attendee to share, if desired.

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Job Listings

Emmanuel, Pottstown, Part-time Office Administrator/Secretary Wanted

Are you a team-player? Are you familiar with current office procedures and the use of computers (Microsoft Word, Excel) and printers to produce bulletins, reports and correspondence? Are you welcoming and friendly to people of different backgrounds? If the answer to these questions is "Yes!" then accept our invitation to join our ministry team at Emmanuel Lutheran, an historic church reaching out to meet the needs of a diverse population with the life-transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The position entails work from the church office M - Th, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.--16 hrs. per week Compensation is salaried, negotiable and based upon experience. For more information and/or to apply, please contact council president, Stan McIlvee, at either stanemac49@windstream.net or call 610-960-3763.

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Trinity, Perkasie, Part-Time (25 hours) Office Administrator

Trinity Lutheran Church in Perkasie is looking for a Part-Time (25 hours) Office Administrator, who would act as an administrative secretary to Pastor and Staff. This person would need the ability to be self-directed and work independently. Business, technical, and social media skills required as well as clearances. Please email alanburzas@gmail.com or call 267-421-9031.

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Search for Church Administrator

Reformation Lutheran Church, Philadelphia, seeks a Church Administrator/Administrative Assistant who will organize our administrative life, support the mission and work to make Reformation known through a variety of media. The work involved in the position occurs inside the Church facility on weekdays, with occasional remote work.

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SEPA Youth Events

February 14, 2026

Rise Against Hunger Meal Assembly Followed by free Pizza and Ice Skating

Advent Lutheran Church, West Chester, PA.

We will gather at 1:30 PM.  Event is followed by free Pizza and Ice Skating at PNY Sports Arena, right down the street from Advent.

March 14, 2026 + 6:00 pm

76ers BASKETBALL

Join Lutherans from across Chester County for Sunday Evening Basketball on March 14. Cost is $36 per ticket, including all fees/taxes. Use the following link. https://www.gofevo.com/event/Adventlutheran8

March 20-22, 2026 

Tuscarora Lutheran Youth Retreat

Tuscarora Inn and Conference Center

Mt. Bethel, PA 

Grades 6-12

This retreat fosters relationships between youth of different churches to unify the Lutheran churches and youth of the South Eastern Pennsylvania Synod of the ELCA. INFORMATIONAL FLIER

April 11-12, 2026 

Box City  

Christ, Harleysville (Kulpsville)

Grades 6-12 

The purpose of this event is to raise awareness about homelessness and raise funding to support sheltering efforts.

July 5-10, 2026

Summer Servant Trip

Lutheridge Christian Camp, Arden, NC

INFORMATIONAL FLYER

LAMPa News and Action Alerts

Save The Date!
Lutheran Day at the Capitol

April 20, 2026

Details will be available soon.

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Lessons from Bonhoeffer and King: Let love lead us in 2026

Ground yourself in gospel, community and inspiration for facing 2026. Join LAMPa, ULS, and Gettysburg College on January 17, 2026 for "Prophets, Saints and Kings," a day of learning from MLK and Bonhoeffer to resist hate and authoritarianism and build the beloved community.

Register now for Livestream and in-person options.

Study guide available for new social statement on Faith and Civic Life

LAMPa is delighted to offer for congregational use a curriculum to help study and understand the ELCA social statement, Faith and Civic Life: Seeking the Well-being of All.This six-week curriculum (perfect for Lent!) walks congregations and faith communities through important parts of the social statement and offers a starting point for conversation and discernment around relevant topics for our time. Explore and download here..

ISAIAH 58:12 Racial Justice Fellowships/Scholarships Available

Youth and young adults can apply for a grant of up to $500 for projects in their congregation or community to further racial justice and reconciliation and receive a $1,000 scholarship upon successful completion of the project. Building on the prophet Isaiah's vision of those who "will be called repairer of the breach, restorer of the streets to live in," this fellowship empowers recipients to address racial injustice and enact reconciliation at the grassroots level. Up to 3 fellowships will be awarded each year. Learn more.  

Kindling Faith Events and Training

Kindling Faith of United Lutheran Seminary has a new website with events and training listings updated regularly. Visit their site to register for informative events and continuing education.

Liberating Our Democracy: Exploring religious and racialized roots of American democracy and paths toward a more just future

February 27–28, 2026

United Lutheran Seminary Philadelphia campus. 

7301 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia



The conference builds on a growing body of research that examines the theological, cultural, and political intersections of democracy, citizenship, and power.

READ MORE HERE

REGISTER HERE

Presiding Bishop Issues Statements

Presiding Bishop Curry Issues Statement on ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

READ STATEMENT HERE

Presiding Bishop Curry Issues Statement on Venezuela

READ STATEMENT HERE

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ELCA Annual Report Cover

You can find the Annual Report cover from the ELCA HERE

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Deacons Included in New ELCA, Episcopal Clergy Exchange Guidelines

Marking a quarter-century of full-communion partnership, The Episcopal Church and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) now welcome the exchange of deacons in updated clergy exchange guidelines. 

Available in English and Spanish, the new “Principles for the Orderly Exchange of Pastors, Priests and Deacons Through ‘Called to Common Mission” offers practical guidelines to help churches and dioceses implement all such exchanges between the two denominations.

READ MORE HERE

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2026 National Day of Racial Healing

In partnership with Augsburg Fortress, the ELCA is observing the 2026 National Day of Racial Healing with a free online and in-person evening program on Tuesday, Jan. 20. 

“Just Us Narratives: A Night of Centering Multiracial Voices Across the ELCA” will highlight storytelling as a sacred practice that invites deep listening and reflection. Information about accessing the event virtually will be available on the event webpage. 

Partner Opportunities

Lutheran Chautauqua Association Offers Two Grant Opportunities

Each week during its nine-week season, Chautauqua Institution provides an array of programs including fine and performing arts, lectures, worship services, and religious programs, as well as recreational activities. Lutheran Chautauqua Association is offering two grant opportunities for a week-long stay at the Lutheran House.

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Center of Addiction & Faith Free Webinar: “When Play Becomes a Problem: Internet Gaming and Spiritual Formation" 

January 28, 2026

1:00 PM

The webinar is on zoom, not in person. 

The webinar features special guest Michael Hsu, MD, a board-certified addiction psychiatrist and health services researcher and clinical faculty at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. He will explore the role of internet gaming and digital technology in the lives of children, adolescents, and adults—highlighting both the potential benefits and the risks of problematic or compulsive use. 

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