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SUMMARY:Celebrating the Faithful Leadership of Ms. Tracey A. Beasley
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited: A Celebration Honoring Ms. Tracey A. Beasley \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVice President\, Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod\, ELCAConcluding 12 Years of Faithful Service \nAfter 12 years of devoted leadership as Vice President of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)\, Ms. Tracey A. Beasley is concluding her term. We invite you to join in a special celebration to honor her faithful service and powerful witness. \n📅 Date: Saturday\, June 8\, 2025🕒 Time: 3:00 PM📍 Location: Reformation Lutheran Church1215 Vernon Road\, Philadelphia\, PA 19050 \n\nCome Celebrate Tracey’s Legacy\nMs. Beasley has served with grace\, strength\, and a heart for justice. Over her tenure\, she has inspired countless leaders\, supported congregations\, and been a strong advocate for transformational change within the church and community. This celebration will be an afternoon of worship\, reflections\, music\, and heartfelt tributes—a time to honor a woman who has served with deep love and enduring faith. \n\nPlease RSVP by June 1\, 2025\nTo ensure we are prepared to welcome all guests\, we ask that you register in advance: \n👉 Click here to RSVP \n\nShare Your Gratitude\nHelp make this celebration even more meaningful! You are invited to submit a video message\, letter\, or written reflection expressing your thanks\, sharing a memory\, or offering a blessing to Ms. Beasley. \n📤 Click to Submit your tribute by June 1\, 2025 \nWhether you have served alongside her\, been inspired by her leadership\, or want to share your appreciation\, your words and memories are a cherished gift. \n\nA Joyful Day Awaits\nLet us gather in celebration\, in fellowship\, and in gratitude for a remarkable journey of leadership and service. Join us in lifting up Ms. Tracey A. Beasley and all she has offered to the Synod and the broader church. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/celebrating-the-faithful-leadership-of-ms-tracey-a-beasley/
LOCATION:Reformation Lutheran Church\, Philadelphia\, 1215 E. Vernon Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19150\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gathering of Church Council Leaders 2025
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 Leaders on Saturday\, February 22nd\, from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Reformation Lutheran Church\, Philadelphia (1217 Vernon Road\, Philadelphia\, PA 19150). You will have a chance to hear from our Vice President\, Tracey Beasley and I will be presenting as well. This event promises to be a morning of inspiration\, connection\, and equipping for the vital work you do in your congregation. A light breakfast will be provided\, and we’ll conclude the gathering before lunch\, so your Saturday plans can continue.  \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.” \n\n\nClarity and Support: Gain practical insights into how the Synod can empower and support you in your role as a congregational leader. \n\n\nExciting Opportunities: Learn about impactful Synod initiatives such as our Lilly Endowment Grants\, Love Revolution\, and Faith Alive programs. \n\n\nMeet and Connect: Be among the first to meet our new Synod staff members who will be joining this spring and network with other congregational leaders from across the region. \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. \nClick here to register: Council Leaders Gathering Registration \nClick here to register for Zoom Access: Council Leaders Gathering Registration – Online via ZOOM \nThis year our synod will also be electing a Synod Vice President at Synod Assembly. The Vice President serves as the highest lay leader in our Synod. After 3 consecutive terms\, Ms Tracey Beasley will reach the end of her term limit. We thank her for her 12 years of leadership to the synod and look forward to discerning and electing a new synod VP.    \nLooking ahead\, we are also planning additional gatherings tailored to specific Council roles\, including focused sessions for Treasurers and Secretaries. Keep an eye out for more details on these upcoming opportunities.  \nWe’re excited to see you on February 22nd and to partner with you as we grow together in faith and leadership.  To update you Council Officers please complete this form: Congregation-Lay-Leadership-Form-2024 \nWith hope and gratitude\,  \nThe Rev. Bryan Penman\, Bishop  \nSoutheastern Pennsylvania Synod 
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/council-officers-gathering-2024/
LOCATION:Reformation Lutheran Church\, Philadelphia\, 1215 E. Vernon Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Congregational Ministries,Equipping
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SUMMARY:SEPA Choir Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Installation Choir\nAll are invited to share their gifts of music through the Synod-wide Mass Choir\, which will be leading the music at Bishop-elect Penman’s Installation Saturday\, September 14th at 2pm. \nThere will be four opportunities to rehearse: \n\nSaturday\, August 10th from 10am to noon Spirit and Truth Worship Center 1000 Church Lane\, Yeadon\, PA 19050\nSaturday\, August 24th from 10am to noon  Christ’s Lutheran Church 700 East Pennsylvania Avenue\, Oreland\, PA 19075\nSaturday\, August 31st from 10am to noon Reformation Lutheran Church 1215 Vernon Road\, Philadelphia\, PA 19150\nSaturday\, September 7th from 10am to noon Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 132 East Valley Forge Road\, King of Prussia\, PA 19406\n\nIn addition\, there will be a full choir rehearsal Saturday\, September 14th at 10am at the Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral before the service at 2 p.m.\, with lunch served in between. \nThe choir will be directed by Ms. Carolyn Jackson of New Life Ministries in Philadelphia and Deacon Tom Snyder of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Phoenixville. Click below to sign up. \n  \nSign up for the choir
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/sepa-choir-rehearsal/
LOCATION:Reformation Lutheran Church\, Philadelphia\, 1215 E. Vernon Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19150\, United States
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SUMMARY:Celebration of a New Ministry
DESCRIPTION:The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Refomraiton invites you to a Celebration of New Ministry as we Covenanct with The Rev. Dr. Anthony Laurence Dunbar Scott to be their Pastor and Teacher. Preacher : The Rev. Traci D. Blackmon\, Associate General Minister of Justice and Local Church Ministries for the United Church of Christ. Celebrant: The Rev. Dr. Patricia A. Davenport\, Bishop of Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod.
URL:https://ministrylink.org/events/celebration-of-a-new-ministry/
LOCATION:Reformation Lutheran Church\, Philadelphia\, 1215 E. Vernon Road\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Communications,Congregational Ministries,Ordinations and Installations
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