The Synod Assembly is the annual meeting of the synodical expression of the church, a gathering of lay and rostered leaders to celebrate, and encourage and direct the ministries of the church.
2011 Synod Assembly
“The Once and Future Church,” is the theme of the 2011 Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod Assembly May 6-7. Assembly participants will explore the challenges and opportunities our congregations will face in the future shaped by the growing population of adults aged 20 to 40. We will be guided and encouraged to find ways to engage this “Millennial” generation with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Our keynote presenter will be Dr. Rodger Y. Nishioka of Columbia Theological Seminary, who researches the attitudes and interests of young adults in their 20s and 30s. He has investigated why so few young adults stay in the denomination in which they were raised, even though they are active as high schoolers. He will share his research results about what young adults are seeking and how the church can respond to this “post-denominational” population. You will be inspired and energized by Dr Nishioka’s insight, wisdom and humor as he points us to God’s future.
2010 Synod Assembly
The 23rd Annual Assembly of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, was held Friday-Saturday, May 7-8, 2010 at the Franconia Mennonite Church, 613 Harleysville Road (Rt. 113) in Telford, PA.
2009 Synod Assembly
Over the past year the people of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod have been listening together for God. We gathered to celebrate God’s activity among us and through us, and to discern though discussion, prayer, and bible study where God is leading us — right here, right now! Almost 2,000 people all across our synod participated.
We have heard that God has a plan…and we’re it! And we are hearing God call us to focus our resources in four strategic directions, easily described through the acronym FACE:
Faith formation + Faith in Action + Connecting and communicating + Equipping and developing
2008 Synod Assembly
The Spirit was present at the 2008 Synod Assembly, as God's people from across Southeastern Pennsylvania met for inspiration, praise and to do the work of the Church May 2-3 at Franconia Mennonite Church, Telford. Learn more at the Assembly website.
Joanne Carlson
Assistant to the Bishop for Global Vision and Events
Mrs. Carlson coordinates major synod meetings and events and works with our international partnerships with companion synods -- the North Eastern Diocese of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania and the Lutheran Church in Silesia (Czech Republic). She also works with groups related to World Hunger, Lutheran World Relief, Advocacy (international issues), Resources and Volunteer Opportunities (international) and all other international related issues/involvements.
Contact: 267.323.3759 |
Ginny Bailey
Administrative Assistant
Ms. Bailey supports Global Vision/Events andcompiles the Bulletin of Reports and Minutes Book, and supports Youth Ministry activities and events.
Ginny is an avid Flyers fan and enjoys traveling, spending time with her niece and five nephews and playing with her cats, Missy and Madison.She is a life-long member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in North Wales.
Contact: 267.323.3749 |
Upcoming Related Events
Assembly Links
- Link to Bulletin of Reports goes here.
Related News
2012 Synod Assembly Nominations Deadline Extended Feb. 29
Nominations are needed for the 2012 Synod Assembly May 4-5, 2012. The Deadline has been extended to February 29, 2012. Download a Nominations Letter and Nominaiton Form for more infomation.
2012 Synod Assembly Registration
2012 Synod Assembly registration materials available for download. Early bird registration deadline is Wednesday, March 14.
Synod Assembly Reports Online
The Bishop's report, the proposed 2012 budget, statistical reports and other materials related to the 2011 Synod Assembly -- The Once & Future Church -- are now online at the Assembly webpage, www.ministrylink.org/2011. Also online is a resolution on energy stewardship that will come before the Assembly, which meets May 6-7 at Franconia Mennonite Church.
Assembly explores 'Once and Future Church'
“The Once and Future Church” is the theme of the 2011 Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod Assembly May 6-7. Assembly participants will explore the challenges and opportunities our congregations will face in the future shaped by the growing population of adults aged 20 to 40. We will be guided and encouraged to find ways to engage this “Millennial” generation with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Nominations open for Synod Council
The Synod's Nominating Committee is seeking gifted and qualified persons, clergy and lay, to serve as nominees for election to the Synod Council at the 2011 Synod Assembly. Read on for more information. Nomination deadline has been extended to Feb. 18.
Synod News
March Training for Disaster Volunteers
Are you interested in volunteering to help your neighbors recover from disaster-related difficulties? Then sign up for a 2-day UMCOR Disaster Case Management Training, March 9-10, at the Montgomery County Public Safety Training Campus in Conshohocken. Cost is $15 including materials and lunches. There is room for 30 registrants, additional registrants will go on a wait list for a future event.
2012 Synod Assembly Nominations Deadline Extended Feb. 29
Nominations are needed for the 2012 Synod Assembly May 4-5, 2012. The Deadline has been extended to February 29, 2012. Download a Nominations Letter and Nominaiton Form for more infomation.