New Dates: July 24-28, 2022
After much prayer and consideration, it was decided to postpone next summer’s ELCA Youth Gathering to 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreLetter from Bishop Kusserow to encourage ministers, along with congregations’ council or board, to respect this restriction in your ministry site, especially in regard to services of worship.
Read MoreThe Paycheck Protection Program resumed accepting applications July 6 in response to the president signing the program's extension legislation. The new deadline to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program loan is August 8, 2020.
Read MoreCreated by the Bishop and Assistants for congregation use, this three-video series is available to stand-in or supplement any service this summer as desired.
Read MoreSynod Assembly has been rescheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2020 via ZOOM Meetings. Read the full letter from our Synod Secretary >>
Read More“Apostles in Action" is a matching grant for congregational hunger ministries made possible by the legacy bequest of Apostles Lutheran Church in Verona. Applications are open June 1 -30, 2020. Learn more & apply at swpasynod.org/apostles2020.
Read MorePastoral Guidance for When Your Congregation’s County Moves into The Yellow Phase Of Pennsylvania’s Process To Reopen.
Read MoreWhat does the ELCA teach about the nature and function of government in relation to God’s purposes? What is a faithful Lutheran response regarding citizenship and civic engagement?
Read MoreStay up to date with the latest changes, information, and resources. Recently added: The synod office is now open to visitors by appointment.
Read MoreThe Church Council of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) met at the Eaglewood Resort, Itasca, Illinois, March 6-8, 2020. The Church Council took action on the following:
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