Since 1946, Lutheran Campus Ministry in Greater Pittsburgh has existed to serve the university communities in and around Oakland. Today the campus ministry serves the university communities of Pitt, Carnegie Mellon, Chatham and Carlow.
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A pastoral message from Bishop Kurt Kusserow in response to the shooting of Jacob Blake and the violence in our country.
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In celebration of the 50th anniversary of ordaining women in the Lutheran tradition and #WomensEqualityDay, these stories celebrate the women ministers our synod.
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Brother Joseph Murdy offers a devotional on saints and mystics of the Church who taught us to pray in times likes these, when Covid-19 has interrupted our lives.
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Bishop Kusserow reflects on Florence Nightingale—and our synod’s connection to her through William Passavant—on this day when our Church commemorates her life and work as a renewer of society.
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Bishop Kusserow invited Bishop Leila Ortiz of the Metro DC Synod and Bishop James Dunlop of the Lower Susquehanna Synod to join our ministerium.
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United Lutheran Seminary is a welcoming and diverse learning community equipping people to proclaim the living Gospel for a changing church and world.
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Fifty years ago, Christian Associates of Southwest Pennsylvania, chartered on April 15, 1970, became the first regional expression of unity in U.S. history to connect Catholic Christians with their Protestant and Orthodox neighbors.
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Thiel College is an independent liberal arts college rooted in the Lutheran tradition.
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Resources to engage racism in Christianity and our congregations.
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Both camping ministries in our synod have adapted their programming to offer families the opportunities to visit and enjoy camp in a new way.
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Seminarian Development & Support Fund: Contact Rev. Peter Asplin as liaison to the synod Committee on Ministry at peter.asplin@swpasynod.org.
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If what we claim about the Holy Spirit is true—that we are called, gathered, enlightened, and empowered by Her gifts—then indeed, God has called Jim and me to be confirmation teachers here in this place, and for these kids.
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If being a synod means that we are wayfarers on the road together, how will we agree to travel together on this next leg of the journey?
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The Synod Resource Ministry helps congregations envision a virtual VBS for the summer of 2020.
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Your generosity is greatly appreciated as we work hard to ensure that Lutherlyn remains a God-given place to be accepted, challenged, and sent out into the world to make a difference!
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Home Grown Faith: A ministry developed by founder/developer Linda Staats; Linda has a diverse background in the ELCA and brings her education and experience to this ministry…
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Lutheran Service Society empowers our neighbors to lead independent, dignified, and secure lives. Download this handout to share with your congregation
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Resources listed are selected for wide appeal for Holy Week, Easter & beyond Please contact Deacon Beth Caywood for assistance with your specific needs.
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In a very short time, many congregations leaned into creative solutions for trying new ways of gathering online while physically distancing. These are churches who have shared where they are streaming online worship experiences.
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