Racial Justice Team Meeting Dec 17

Racial Justice Team Meeting Wednesday December 17 at 11:00am(Open to all) Contact a RJT co-convenor, Pastor Samantha Drennan or Deacon Deborah Graf, for Zoom LinkClick here to learn more about the Racial Justice Team

Seeking Members for the Synod Personnel Committee

The Synod Council has authorized the development of a Personnel Committee, consisting of 3 laypersons and 2 clergy. The Synod Council is seeking individuals, both clergy and laity, who may be interested in serving on this important committee.

2026 Synod Assembly

The NEPA Synod Assembly is our synod’s annual gathering where pastors, deacons, and lay voting members come together to worship, learn, discern, and make decisions that guide our shared ministry. This year’s Assembly will also include the election of our next bishop.

From Bear Creek to Chicago: My Journey as a Young Adult in the ELCA

From summers at Bear Creek Camp to serving as the NEPA Synod’s Young Adult Network Representative, this reflection shares one young adult’s journey of faith, service, and discovery. Through the ELCA’s growing network, she explores how young adults can find connection and belonging in the life of the church.

On The Way: Connection for the Life of The World

In this month’s On the Way post, Bishop deForest reflects on the installation of Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry—a moment filled with the Spirit’s presence and the power of connection. From that sacred pause in Minneapolis to our shared ministry in Northeastern Pennsylvania, he reminds us that in Christ, we are drawn together for the life of the world.