Everlasting God, the radiance of all faithful people, you brought the nations to the brightness of your rising. Fill the world with your glory, and show yourself to all the world through him who is the true light and the bright morning star, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. | |
We pray for...
The family and friends of Rev. Russell G. Jenkins who entered the church triumphant on December 30, 2025. Pastor Jenkins previously served at Holy Spirit, Villas and the former congregation of St John, Newark.
These congregations in our synod...
Advent, Wyckoff
St Paul, East Windsor
St Ambrose, Pennsville
These companion synods in the ELCA and around the world...
Northeastern Iowa Synod, ELCA
Southeastern Iowa Synod, ELCA
Evangelical Church of the Lutheran Confession in Brazil
We continue our prayers for...
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Join Embracing Race - The Conversation
for a community reading of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s
"Letter from Birmingham."
Thursday January 8, 2026, 7:00 PM
for additional information contact Dr. Dianne Browne,
Chair NJ Synod Anti-Racism Team
racial...@leamnj.org
Use the link below to pre-register to attend this special event. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Download the flier.
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Cross Roads Camp & Retreat Center
FRIENDS & FAMILY RETREAT January 23-25, 2026
Bring your loved ones, unplug from screens, and reconnect amidst nature with the Friends & Family Retreat at Cross Roads. Families and friends of all ages are invited to enjoy fun outdoor activities, meaningful meals, worship, reflection, and plenty of time to build confidence, faith, and enduring relationships. It’s a values-based community experience where friendship and leadership grow organically.
crossroadsretreat.com/friends-and-family-retreat/
SUMMER CAMP July - August, 2026
There’s no better place for your child to unplug, reconnect with nature, try new things, and build confidence. Our Summer Camp offers a safe, faith-and-values-based community where kids make friends, grow in leadership and life skills, and families trust the experience. With easy registration, inclusive pricing, and a strong promise of transformation, Cross Roads is affordable and accessible for families like yours.
crossroadsretreat.com/summer-camp/
| | Nominate Young Musicians for Lutheran Summer Music | | |
Now is the time to nominate students for LSM 2026. Enrollment for next summer is filling quickly, and we expect most remaining spots to be filled by the March 1 Standard Enrollment deadline. At LSM, students connect advanced musical study with worship and the joy of Lutheran church music traditions. We welcome musicians on all instruments—brass, woodwinds, strings, percussion, piano, organ, voice, and harp—to study with nationally recognized faculty in a welcoming and supportive community.
LSM 2026 takes place at St. Olaf College from June 21–July 19. Know a young musician (grades 8–12) who would thrive at LSM? Nominate them today at LSMacademy.org/nominate. Questions? admis...@lutheransummermusic.org
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From the Synod Treasurer
As suggested from AARP, a couple of NJ Synod congregations have found this website helpful. Congregations and individuals can check for unclaimed funds by visiting https://unclaimedfunds.nj.gov/app/claim-search
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FINAL 2025 MISSION SUPPORT CONTRIBUTIONS
MUST BE RECEIVED BY JANUARY 15, 2026 TO BE CREDITED IN 2025.
Please call Lois Parrett, Accountant at 609-586-6800 ext. 108 if you have any questions.
THANK YOU!
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