Just breathe . . .

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I know there is a lot going on right now for nearly all of you.  You have way too much to do and it seems like you don’t have anywhere near enough time or energy for it all.  Don’t panic.  Just breathe. In Genesis, we hear that when God created humanity out of the dust of the earth, God then …

Semester Break Schedule

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Penn State Semester Break begins at the end of finals, Friday, December 20, 2013.  Classes resume on Monday, January 13, 2014. Throughout break, all Sunday worship services will be held as usual.  Mid-week worship and programs, and Sunday dinner will not be offered during break, but will resume on Sunday, January 12th, 2014 with dinner following 6 pm worship that …

Finals Week Study Space!

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Throughout Finals Week, there will be space set aside for you to study at Pasquerilla Spiritual Center.  Ministry groups will be providing snacks, and there is PSU wifi throughout the building. You’ll find snacks and beverages in the Garden Room and you can ask at the desk if you need help finding the various study spaces available. Finals week hours:  …

Monday Bible Study – Redifer 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm

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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 …

Thursday Worship and Dinner!

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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 …

Nadia Bolz-Weber in Hanover, PA

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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 …

Local Spring Break Option!

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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, …

Monday Bible Study!

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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, …

Finals Week Breakfast – Monday, December 16

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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! Sunday, December 15th at 7 pm

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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 …