God of New Beginnings, As the new year and the new semester begin, open my mind and my heart to new ideas, new experiences, new encounters. May this be a year of discovery, learning and growth. Help me to welcome what is novel and surprising. Guide me to find ways to weather the challenges of the unexpected and to learn …
Looking for a part-time job on campus with flexible hours? Work with Alicia and Lutheran Campus Ministry on administrative, clerical and social media tasks that range from filing and record keeping to flyer creation and instagram. We are looking for a student who can work 2 – 4 hours each week (depending on your work load and our needs) for …
Each Wednesday, Grace Lutheran Church hosts Super Wednesday. The evening begins with a delicious inter-generational meal that is free for Penn State students from 5:30 – 6:15 pm in Harkins Hall (just below the sanctuary). In addition to the food, there are wonderful people to get to know over your meal. While the Green Team washes dishes, Bible study led …
Adult Forum – “Dialogues on Race” Join the conversation in the Fireside Room Sundays at 9 a.m. January through February. This series uses a video resource and the book “Dialogues on Race” and will be facilitated by Anne Whitney, professor in the College of Education at Penn State. Using scripture to guide us, we’ll talk through today’s issues, such as …
QNA this Sunday, January 19, 2020 (Questions, not Answers) – Islam and Christianity with Dr. John Brockopp Once a month, dinner after evening worship includes an intergenerational discussion that invites our questions, not answers (QNA). Come hear new perspectives and add your voice as you like.Conversation is from 7 – 8 pm in the Fireside Room at Grace Lutheran
Each month, on the first Friday, we help Muslim students build goodwill and connections on campus by handing out pizza in the plaza near the Forum. Volunteers are always welcome to come and help feed hungry students from about 1 pm – 1:30 pm. It is a fun activity and is a great chance to make connections with Muslim students …
Need some doggy love? WHEN: Today (Monday, December 16th) from about 4 – 5 pm WHAT: Alicia’s very friendly Siberian Huskies, Aspen and Lola WHERE: Abba Java Coffeehouse at the corner of Locust and Calder Way Aspen and Lola will be visiting with students at Abba Java Coffeehouse from about 4 – 5 pm to help share enthusiasm and encouragement …
Monday, December 9th at 8:30 pm All-Faith Chapel at Pasquerilla Spiritual Center The holiday season is not always joyful. This service is a time for those who are finding these weeks difficult because of grief or loss, Through music, poetry, silence, prayer, and candlelight, we will make a safe and sacred space to feel and to find community. Co-Sponsored by …
God of Peace, In the face of holiday upheaval, fill me with peace. Help me focus on the tasks ahead, the work I must do, the deadlines and preparation I need to pay attention to. Remind me that you are with me, helping me to use the gifts and skills I have as I learn and grow and move toward …
Looking for a quiet place to study this Finals Week? Pasquerilla Spiritual Center (corner of Allen and Curtin behind Patee-Paterno Library) There will be space set aside for study in a number of places in the building. Snacks will be available Moday through Thursday from 8 am – 8 pm and early in the day on Friday. The building will be …
