Matthew 11 When John heard in prison what the Messiah was doing, he sent word by his disciples 3and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?” 4Jesus answered them, “Go and tell John what you hear and see: 5the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, the lepers …
Tonight we’ll begin Advent as we gather for song, prayer, readings, reflection and communion in Pasquerilla Spiritual Center’s Worship Hall at 5:45 pm. It is an informal time of worship, community and renewal where you will find caring, laughter and maybe a little irreverence. Dinner afterward will be back in the Garden Room tonight! We’ll have meatball sandwiches, (with and without …
Radically Authentic. Everyday Disciples. CTIM: A Ministry Resources Event of the Lower Susquehanna Synod, ELCA Saturday, March 15, 2014 from 9:00 a.m.—3:15 p.m. St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Hanover, PA Keynote Presenter: Nadia Bolz-Weber, founding pastor of House for All Sinners and Saints, an ELCA mission church in Denver, Colorado, and a leading voice in the emerging church movement Registration fee (includes …
At my house on Sunday, we lit one candle. Just one. The slow increase of light from the Advent wreath is central to December for me. Blue candles in a circular holder spend the month in the middle of our dinner table. Each night, we sing a verse or two of “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” lighting just one candle …
Looking for an alternative Spring Break for 2014? “Serving Upside Down: A Local Faith Expedition” will bring together a variety of groups for prayer and worship, service at local agencies, learning about the needs in our community, build connections and community together. Details are coming together and we’d love to hear if you are interested! Meals and housing will be included, …
Come explore the readings for the coming Sunday over lunch on Mondays! We’ll gather for informal and open conversation at Redifer Dining Commons (just check our facebook page for exact location). Bring your lunch or buy it when you arrive! Come join the conversation! Matthew 3 In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, 2“Repent, …
What better way to start finals week than to meet Alicia Anderson (campus minister) and other students for breakfast at Ye Olde College Diner?!? Alicia will be there from 9 am and 11:30 am on Monday, and will pay for your breakfast! Stop in before or after your first final! It’s on College Avenue, right next to the State Theatre and …
Christmas Hoopla! Take a break from studying and join the holiday fun! We’ll share a festive dinner, Christmas music and fun, and there will be gifts for everyone! Wear your favorite holiday sweater or other festive clothes (or just come in your study-wear). We’ll gather in the Fireside Room at Grace Lutheran after 6 pm worship (around 7 pm) so come …
For those of you who enjoy the morning worship services, we’ll be serving lunch around 11:45 am (after the 10:30 am service). You’ll have a chance to enjoy a home-cooked meal, meet and talk with other students who worship at Grace Lutheran, chat with some of the staff from Grace and campus ministry, and then get to the work awaiting …
Thanksgiving Break is almost here! This month, I’ve joined some friends on facebook who are posting something they are thankful for each day of November. I admit, it is a bit hokey, but it has been a good exercise in watching for things I am thankful for every day. Some days I don’t to be thankful. Other days, I have …
