Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Synod

 

Please join our brothers and sisters of the eight synods of Region 8 as we receive the witness of the global mission community -- proclaiming God's word for the sake of the world, developing and supporting a variety of ministries, respectfully walking with ecumenical partners in mission and fostering relationships.
 
Region 8 Global Mission Event
"Come to the Table: In Remembrance of Me"
May 23-24, 2008
Trinity Lutheran Church
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania

Flyer, including Registration Form (pdf file)

 
The Region 8 GME is family-friendly, lively and designed to fit all ages. ● Young adults will have their own reception and workshop dedicated to their interests. ● Saturday learning opportunities available for children and youth. ● Child care available (request with registration).
 

Worship & Music

The Rev. Zavandro Andriamaheninkaja, known as “Hoda,” is an ordained minister from the Malagasy Lutheran Church (FLM) in Madagascar who will lead music at the GME. He currently serves at Gloria Dei! Lutheran in Arnold, Maryland.

Keynote Speakers

The Rev. Rafael Malpica, Director, ELCA Global Mission Unit; & Dr. John Nunes, President, Lutheran World Relief
Workshops

Workshops

Thirty-two workshop options are planned. Participants can attend two on Saturday morning and two on Saturday afternoon. Topics and projects include “Immigration,” led by Ralston Deffenbaugh, Executive Director, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services; “Lutheran Voter Guidelines,” a timely look at a Lutheran perspective on voting; and “The Future of Lutheranism in a Global Context,” featuring an author of this recent Augsburg Fortress release.

Also Featuring

Displays highlighting ELCA Global Missions and World Hunger ministries, ELCA partner agencies and Region 8 ministries, and a Fair Trade Marketplace

Youth Groups

Area churches are available to host “lock-down” events for Friday night. Youth and leaders are responsible for their own sleeping bags. Contact Charlie Roberts, Director of Youth Ministry, Lower Susquehanna Synod, for possible arrangements at croberts @ lss-elca.org or 717-652-1852.

Details

bulletCost: $20—adult; $15—youth (ages 11-17); $10—child (ages 3-10); $50—family; *add $5 for at-door registration
bulletMeals: Light continental breakfast and International Lunch provided on Saturday
bulletHousing: On your own; motel list available
bulletLocation: Trinity Lutheran Church ▪ 2000 Chestnut Street ▪ Camp Hill, Pennsylvania 17011 ▪ 717-737-8635 ▪ www.trinitycamphill.org
bulletSchedule: Fri., May 23—Registration & Orientation begins 4:30 p.m., Opening Worship 7 p.m. ▪ Sat., May 24—Registration & Orientation begins 7:30 a.m., Opening Plenary at 9 a.m., Closing Worship at 4 p.m.