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SUMMARY:Ordination. Jessica Zurcher
DESCRIPTION:Luther Place \n1226 Vermont Ave.\, Washington DC \nFebruary 14\, 2026 + 11:00 am \nClergy and seminarians of all traditions are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is red. A reception will follow. \nLivestream will be available at facebook.com/lutherplace/live. \nJessica has been called to serve Holy Trinity\, Narberth
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/ordination-jessica-zurcher/
LOCATION:Luther Place\, 1226 Vermont Ave\, Washington\, DC\, 20005\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Congregation Council Leaders Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Dear Congregational Council Leader\, \nAre you stepping into a leadership role in your congregation? Perhaps you’re serving on your Church Council and want a clearer sense of what that entails. Or maybe it’s your turn to guide your congregation as President\, Vice President\, Treasurer\, or Secretary. Whatever your role\, we have an exciting opportunity just for you! \nYou are warmly invited to join us for a gathering of Church Council Officers. \nWhether you are new to the role or a seasoned professional\, this event promises to be a morning of inspiration\, connection\, and equipping for the vital work you do in your congregation. \nSaturday\, February 21\, 2026 \nUnited Lutheran Seminary \nBrossman Center\, Benbow Hall \n7241 Germantown Ave.\, Philadelphia \nRegistration will begin at 8:00 am in Benbow Hall with a full breakfast provided. Program will begin at 9:00 am and end by Noon. \nYou will hear from our Vice President\, Cheryl Lafferty and Bishop Bryan Penman. Pastor Karl Richard\, our Synod’s Secretary and Mrs. Janet Neff\, our Synod’s Treasurer will give presentations specific to the roles of secretaries and treasurers in breakout sessions. \nHere’s what you can look forward to: \n\nInspiration and Guidance: Hear directly from Bishop Penman and key Synod leaders as they share the vision and mission of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod\, which is “to equip the saints for the work of ministry.”\nClarity and Support: Gain practical insights into how the Synod can empower and support you in your role as a congregational leader.\nExciting Opportunities: Learn about impactful Synod initiatives such as our Lilly Endowment Grants\, Love Revolution\, and Faith Alive programs.\nMeet and Connect: Meet Synod staff members and network with other congregational leaders from across our Synod.\n\nThis is a unique chance to deepen your connection with the Synod\, strengthen your leadership skills\, and build relationships with fellow leaders. We encourage you to mark your calendar and make plans to join us for this enriching morning.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBreakout sessions for Treasurers and Secretaries\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCouncil Treasurers \nTreasurers and financial leaders of congregations will enhance their understanding of budgeting\, financial procedures\, and accounting practices. \nDuring this gathering\, participants will have the opportunity to: \n\nEngage in informative discussions about effective budgeting strategies.\nLearn best practices for financial procedures tailored to the needs of congregations.\nGain insights into accounting methods that ensure transparency and accountability within your community.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCouncil Secretaries \nCouncil secretaries will enhance their understanding of retention guidelines\, the keeping of minutes and constitutional updates and amendments. \nDuring this gathering\, participants will have the opportunity to: \n\nHear more about amendments to model constitutions from the Churchwide Assembly.\nLearn best practices for the retention of congregational records.\nGain insights from others who serve in this role about congregational record keeping.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/2026-congregation-council-leaders-gathering/
LOCATION:United Lutheran Seminary – Philadelphia Campus\, 7301 Germantown Avenue\, Philadelphia\, 19119
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Equipping,Synod Meetings
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Ministry: The Rev. Dr. Karyn L. Wiseman
DESCRIPTION:A ‘Celebration of Ministry’ is similar to what we might call an Installation\, but for Full Communion partners of the ELCA. Per ELCA guidelines\, we do not install clergy from our partner denominations. So\, we rejoice with our new colleagues and welcome them in a Celebration of Ministry. We hope you will join us for each of these services as we receive these new colleagues in the SEPA Synod. \nThe Rev. Dr. Karyn L. Wiseman \nSt. Mark Lutheran \n508 Harry St.\, Conshohocken \nFebruary 22\, 2026 + 2:00 pm \nA reception will follow
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/celebration-of-ministry-the-rev-dr-karyn-l-wiseman/
LOCATION:St. Mark Lutheran Church\, Conshohocken\, 508 Harry Street\, Conshohocken\, 19428
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