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Weekly E-News
June 26, 2009
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Carings and Sharings
Please remember the following in your prayers:
Pastor John Tomlinson
Scott Edelman (synod council), Ehren Hassler (son of Pastor John Hassler),
Chester Melot (father of Pastor Ann Melot), John Reier (father of Pastor Robert Reier),
John Ziegler (SALM)
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Sermons Available On This Website
The sermon that Bishop Zeiser preached at the service of Holy
Communion on Saturday, June 6, during the 2009 synod assembly is
now available on the synod website.
Click here to read the sermon.
In late May, we received a copy of the sermon preached by Presiding
Bishop Mark Hanson at the installation of Bishop Zeiser on
September 27, 2008. You may
read the sermon here. Please note that the sermon is an abbreviated
version of Bishop Hanson's original message.
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West Berks Mission District Website
The West Berks Mission District has a new website!
The website includes a history of the West Berks Mission District, a
listing (with pictures) of the congregations and their pastoral staff, a
calendar of the food pantry schedules at Lutheran congregations, a FAQ
page, and a lot more.
Be sure to check it out at
www.westberksmissiondistrict.org/.
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50 Days of Prayer
The Rev. Mark S. Hanson, presiding bishop of the ELCA, has asked members
to pray and study Scripture for 50 days starting June 29, in
preparation for the 2009 ELCA Churchwide Assembly, which meets in
Minneapolis Aug. 17-23.
The assembly will act on a proposed social statement on human sexuality,
a recommendation on ministry policies, and various churchwide program
proposals. It will conduct elections and consider memorials (proposed at
synod assemblies) and resolutions (proposed by voting members at the
churchwide assembly). The proposed social statement and recommendation on
ministry policies are sources of significant discussion within the church.
Members are being asked to pray daily, meet in weekly groups, use daily
Scripture readings for reflection, hymn and prayer, and use suggested
petitions for prayers during worship.
Resources may be found at
http://www.ELCA.org/50days.
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Augsburg Fortress Summer 2009 Music Clinics
Augsburg Fortress offers biannual music clinics for continuing education
of church musicians and enrichment of music in worship. Held in a variety
of locations, each clinic features an assortment of reading sessions
including choral and piano/organ. The well-known clinicians offer their
own character and wisdom during the presentation of music from a number of
publishers. These clinics are always free of charge, with choral packets
available for only $1 per packet that includes copies of music for
attendees to keep.
The closest music clinic to Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod will be held
August 6-7 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Ardmore.
For more information, including other dates and locations, schedule, list
of clinicians, and directions to the sites, go to
www.augsburgfortress.org/community/events/ and click on the link for
the
summer music clinics.
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MissionPlus Investments
Response to special-rate offer is helping to build your church.
In April, the Mission Investment Fund introduced a 0.50% interest rate
bonus for its MissionPlus investments. As of June 8, nearly $25 million
had been invested by ELCA congregations, their members, and ELCA-related
ministries. This bonus rate is in effect until July 1.
Don't miss out on this special bonus. Here are the current rates for these
balances:
- $100-$9,999 (1.5%)
- $10,000-$24,999 (2.0%)
- $25,000-$99,999 (2.5%)
- $100,000+ (3.25%)
For more information, visit
www.elca.org/mif or
contact Pr. Mark Wimmer at 267-203-1137 or
mark.wimmer@elca.org.
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ELCA Video Contest
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America invites congregations and
individuals to submit 30- to 90-second videos in a contest related to the
ELCA tagline, "God's work. Our hands."
The contest begins June 15 and runs through July 15, the deadline
date for submitting video entries. ELCA Communication Services is managing
the contest for the churchwide organization.
Prizes include a $5,000 ministry grant for an ELCA congregation and a
$2,500 cash prize for an individual entry. Winners will be announced at
the 2009 ELCA Churchwide Assembly, Aug. 17-23 in Minneapolis.
More information, resources, and contest rules are at
http://www.ELCA.org/videocontest.
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Planning a Day at Dorney Park?
Discount tickets are available.
Tickets (for admission to Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom) may be used
any day during the 2009 operating season except when the park is closed
for private events.
Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Wescosville synod office, 4865
Hamilton Blvd (Route 222), either in person or by mail. Click here for a
flyer and ticket application form.
Proceeds benefit the Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod Youth Scholarship
Fund.
Questions? Contact Debbie Frey at 610-395-6891 or
Debbie@nepsynod.org.
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Upcoming Installations
- Paul Hansen will be installed as pastor of Moselem-Beckers
this Sunday, June 28, at 3:30 p.m.
- Douglas Holtz will be installed as pastor of St. Paul,
Albrightsville, on August 9 at 10:45 a.m.
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Positions/Jobs/Employment
Opportunities/Items Available (date posted)
Disciple Builder (6-19-09)
Huff's Union Church (ELCA and UCC) seeks a Disciple Builder, who will
work approximately 9 hours weekly with the pastor, those under age 18 and
their parents, and church volunteers, to help young people become
disciples of Jesus. They are looking for someone with good relational
skills and who is well organized, self directed and familiar with
Christian practices in either the ELCA or UCC. For full job description,
please contact Pastor Jane Kropa at
krosmart@enter.net or call 610-845-2626 before July 15, 2009. Director of Student Services (6-19-09)
The Lutheran Theological
Seminary at Philadelphia seeks candidates for the full-time position
of Director of Student Services. This is a senior level administrative
staff position. Applicants are required to have a Master of Divinity
degree and parish ministry experience. Preferred applicants will have
exemplary administrative management skills and knowledge in the areas of
financial aid and budgetary functions. A complete job description is
available at
http://www.ltsp.edu/open-positions. Send cover letter, resume, three
references, and salary requirement to
resumes@ltsp.edu or mail to LTSP Human Resources 7301 Germantown
Avenue Philadelphia PA 19119-1794. The deadline for submission is July
17 2009. Organist/Choir Director(6-19-09)
St. Luke, Allentown, is seeking an
organist/choir director. Two Sunday services, adult and children's choir,
handbell choir. Weekly rehearsals September-May. Position requires
organ/piano proficiency, ability to rehearse and conduct choirs, and
willingness to work with all ages. Please send resume and letter of
interest to: St. Luke's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 417 N. 7th Street,
Allentown PA 18102; attn. Organist Search Committee or e-mail: stluke@enter.net.
For more information call 610 434-3943.
Director of Christian Youth and Family Ministries (6-8-09)
Allegheny Lutheran Church, Knauers, is seeking a Director of Christian
Youth and Family Ministries to provide youth and family education and
fellowship through youth activities, adult programs and family life
ministry. This is a full-time, salaried position.
Read
more about the job description. If you are interested in applying,
please download, complete, and mail an
employment application.
Organist/Choir Director (6-3-09)
Bethany Lutheran Church, Stony Creek Mills, is seeking an organist/choir
director beginning September 1. The person should have experience playing
in a church, preferably Lutheran, and have good teaching and social
skills. One church service on Sunday at 10:15 AM (9:00 AM in summer);
currently the choir rehearses on Sunday morning prior to the service.
Letters of interest should be sent to Bethany Lutheran Church, 1375
Friedensburg Road, Reading, PA 19606; attention: Ms. Barbara Rentz,
chair, Worship and Music Committee. If you have any questions prior to
sending your letter, you may contact Pastor Michael Reist at (610)
698-0311 or Revmike@ptd.net. Director of Music (4-3-09)
Full-time Interim Director of Music. Position available June 15. Three
services, three vocal choirs, two bell choirs. For more details, contact
Pastor Ric Elliott, The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 3461 Cedar
Crest Blvd. Emmaus PA 18049. Phone 610-967-2220, ext 111, or email at
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