On the Way: Bridging Generations

It was this past Friday night, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee – my hometown, my birthplace, the day after my birthday. Seated at a long table in a Mexican restaurant, my father’s favorite. He sits on…

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…

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…