Gathering in Gratitude

The community of Mt. Zion Lutheran Church in Zion Grove recently came together to host a Ham & Chicken Dinner on Saturday, November 9. The event was a vibrant celebration of community, hospitality, and delicious homemade food.

Embracing the Call

“It’s important to keep uplifting the call,” said Pastor Susan Fox. “I enjoy and appreciate reading the Word and lessons, interpreting them for today and everyday life,” she continued. As many heads nodded in agreement, you could see and feel how each minister connected with her statement.

Alive in Christ with the Pocono Mission District

Alive in Christ with the Pocono Mission District Submitted By Marie Jucknik, Council President of St. John, Pen Argyl   In 2019, the congregation of St. John Lutheran in Pen Argyl, PA was feeling cast adrift. Our pastor was wonderful but we were looking for more of a connection to our synod. As the council…

On the Way: A Call to Service

Dear Friends in Christ – This was our first Sunday after Tuesday’s elections. I was invited to preach at worship for Maidencreek Church in Blandon, PA, alongside Pastor Bruce Schoup. This was the birthday and festival day commemorating Martin Luther, who founded our Lutheran movement in 1517. I used the Lectionary reading for this Sunday…

On the Way: Breathing in Faith

Breathing in Faith: On the Way to Election Day Dear God’s Beloved, On the Way in NE PA, As Election Day draws near, let us hear the word of the Lord from the prophet Isaiah: “Do not fear, for I am with you;I will bring your offspring from the east,and from the west I will gather you;I will…