Around the Allegheny Synod/Region/ELCA

ALLEGHENY SYNOD ELECTS NEW BISHOP: At the 2025 Allegheny Synod Assembly, held

October 31-November 1, Pastor Kevin Shock was elected as the next bishop of the Allegheny Synod! Pastor Kevin is a member of St. Mark and currently serves as assistant to the bishop in the synod office. 

Pastor Kevin will be installed as bishop on Saturday, February 7. The service is at 2pm at

Mt. Cavalry Lutheran (1000 Scalp Avenue, Johnstown). All are welcome to attend.

St. Mark is planning to have a special coffee hour or lunch following its January 11 worship to celebrate and congratulate Pastor Kevin.

Also at assembly, Pastor David was installed as the new dean for the Nittany Conference of the Allegheny Synod. 

CAMP MOUNT LUTHER HOLDS YOUTH RETREAT: Camp Mount Luther hosts Renew 2026 February 20-21. The event is for middle and high school youth. It offers a time to connect with peers, explore faith, and dive into the theme, “Join the Faithful Feast.” 

Come cook, worship, play, and experience God together! The cost is $91. If you need help covering the cost, contact Pastor David.