Our Synod is offering grants to congregations and leaders in 2022-23 for new initiatives and ministries that support the emphases of the Forward Together in Faith Campaign.

More than $217,000 has been awarded to congregations over the past four years. These grants support new projects that help network congregations, leaders and community partners, innovate new forms of ministry and/or communities of faith, communicate through digital channels, and equip lay and rostered ministers.

Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod’s Annual Event, In God’s Image: Shaping Your Ministry to be Inclusive and Safe for LGBTQIA+ Folk, will be held on Saturday, October 8, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, at St. Luke Lutheran Church, Devon. Registration will open in September. Contact ingodsimagesepa@gmail.com with any questions. 

How often do you say “thanks” for your members’ giving? How do you say “thanks?” These are just some of the questions that the Synod Generosity Team will answer at its FREE workshop on Tuesday evening, August 30 at 7:00 p.m.  You can either attend in-person at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 2100 York Road, Jamison, PA, OR you can attend virtually.

While the event is FREE, you need to register for the event by August 15 so we can properly plan and prepare. Visit https://community.ministrylink.org/saying-thanks-workshop to register. Thank you for considering this opportunity to extend your ministry.

A STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM FOR CONGREGATIONS SEEKING TO:

Classes begin August 17, 2022, and end November 14, 2022. The cost for registration is $250. Interested in attending contact Pr. Bryan Penman via email or by phone at 267.323.3756. Read More

Select Learning, is pleased to send you its catalog for 2022-2023 in electronic form. This color, digital catalog replaces the paper catalog distributed in the past through the U.S. postal service.

In it you will find links to new courses, new podcasts, online courses and, of course, dozens of resources to assist you as you equip the baptized for their service in the world. Select Learning is a ministry partner of the ELCA.

Surround yourself with the beauty of nature and fellowship for an uplifting time at Bear Creek Camp.

This retreat is designed to provide women with an opportunity to enjoy time both individually and collectively, participate in creative activities, explore outdoors, have time for rest and renewal, and be in the beauty of God’s creation in a peaceful setting.

For more information about the event: Bear Creek Camp » Women’s Retreat

Join the Time Travelers for a fundraising concert for the purchase of a new boiler for St. Peter's, Hiltown, located at 1530 Augusburg Road, Hilltown, PA (off Hilltown Pike, between Church Rd. @ Diamond Street). The concert be held on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from t 2:00 -7:00pm . Tickets are available on Event Brite. Read More.

Office supplies, 3 ring binders, clips, etc...Contact Julie Kinzel to pick up. Located in Drexel University area.

Calvary Lutheran Church, West Chester seeks a Director of Family and Youth Ministry that will work with Calvary’s entire church community and will be responsible to grow, equip, develop and lead a comprehensive Family and Youth Ministry (FYM) program. This position will provide leadership, direction, and supervision in the areas of FYM to cultivate a Family of God who is inspired to grow, play, discover and serve together. Learn more.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, King of Prussia seeks an Administrative Assistant to support its ministerial staff and church office operations. This is a part-time position averaging 20 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 9 am - 1 pm. The successful candidate will be self-motivated with a professional demeanor and presence, positive attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent verbal and interpersonal skills. Learn more.

St. John Lutheran Church, Phoenixville seeks a Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries the Director will promote the development of family ministry with enthusiasm and dedication to working directly with people of all ages. The Director will develop programming, fellowship, and service and worship opportunities; coordinate with the youth education teams; and, encourage volunteers and parents to provide fellowship and faith-building activities for our youth. Learn more.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Lansdale seeks an Assistant Director for Worship and Music to lead (Preschool/Early Childhood Music, Cherub Choir, Handbell Choir) and support (Children and Youth Choirs, periodic soloists/ensembles) the mission and vision of Trinity Lutheran Church and its music ministry. Learn more

Trinity Lutheran Church, Lansdale seeks an Organist to lead (congregational worship) and support (accompany adult choirs) the mission and vision of Trinity Lutheran Church and its music ministry. Learn more

St. Paul Lutheran Church, Philadelphia (Olney) seeks an Office Coordinator to who will support the congregation’s ministry, the pastor, and the faithful leaders of the congregation. Learn more.

Lutheran Disaster Response - Eastern Pennsylvania seeks a Disaster Case Manager to provide a full range of disaster casework/management services including but not limited to identifying survivors’ needs, making connections to resources, and working within the protocols of the local long-term recovery committees. Training provided. Learn more.

Vicar Brandi Hebert will be ordained to the ministry of Word and Sacrament on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, at 10 a.m. at Lutheran Church of God's Love (791 Newtown Yardley Road, Newtown PA 18940), where she is being called as associate pastor. A light reception will follow in the fellowship hall.

The Rev. Dedra Florence Johnson will be installed as Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, Philadelphia on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. The Rev. Regina Goodrich, Dean of Central Conference will be presiding. A light reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Services will be live-streamed at

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