Stewarding Whole Life
Stewarding Whole Life
As we deepen our relationship with Jesus, we are renewed for lives of discipleship, service, and faithful leadership.
Stewardship as a Way of Life
Caring for the Whole Life God Has Entrusted to Us
As the Lower Susquehanna Synod continues looking toward the future, we are intentionally investing in two closely connected areas: spiritual wellness and stewardship. Both are rooted in the conviction that everything we have and everything we are is a gift from God, entrusted to our care for the sake of God’s mission. Our hope is to cultivate a culture of care throughout our synod, where people are equipped to grow in faith, congregations are strengthened for ministry, and together we bear witness to Christ’s love in our communities.
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A culture of care throughout our synod
Spiritual wellness and stewardship are held together as connected practices: caring for people, strengthening congregations, and participating in God’s mission.
Upcoming Events
Spiritual Wellness Resources
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Retiring Well
While financial planning through Portico has been well-supported, there is a gap in the emotional, relational, and spiritual aspects of the call to retirement. This retirement guide was developed to help rostered ministers navigate this new phase of ministry as a continuation of call, called Retiring Well.
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Burnout, Resiliency, & Mental Health Resources
Resources for burnout, resiliency, and mental health support.
Looking for mental health help? There are several ways to start your search.
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Counselor & Therapy Resources
Counseling, therapy, hotline, inclusive therapist, and support group resources.
Fostering Spiritual Wellness – YouTube Playlist
Checkout free Spiritual Wellness resources, seminars, and videos on our LSS Mission Playlist for Fostering Spiritual Wellness.
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Trauma-Informed Resources for Faith Communities
Resources for faith leaders and faith communities practicing trauma-informed care.
Breathing In Christ
Welcome to the Breathing in Christ community, where we consciously connect to Christ one breath at a time! We are here to learn again and again that God’s love is unlike any other. Breathing in Christ is a conscious choice of letting go of all things that get in the way of the life God in Christ offers.
Breathing in Christ hosts a variety of resources, including podcasts and a blog.
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Living in Holy Rhythm Breathing in Christ Workshop
Do you ever feel like life is a never-ending race, leaving you exhausted and yearning for something more? This workshop invites people to pause, reflect, and embark on a transformative journey towards abundance and purpose.
Spiritual Direction & Emotional Wellbeing
Connect with recommended spiritual directors and emotional wellbeing counselors.
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Spiritual Directors
For a list of recommended spiritual directors, please contact Marsha Roscoe.
Emotional Wellbeing Counselors
Featured Counselors
Rev. Kyndall Rauthaus
Allen Proctor
Rev. Solveig Nilsen-Goodi
Christa Hesselink
Additional Counselors
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Spiritual Wellness Blog
Explore the Breathing in Christ Blog for reflections, practical spiritual practices, and Christ-centered encouragement designed to help renew your soul and discover sustainable rhythms of faith in everyday life.
Marsha Roscoe
Marsha is an assistant to the bishop for spiritual wellness, mission and communications and is founder of Breathing in Christ. Marsha has spent most of her working life helping others fall in love with Jesus over and over again. An ordained minister of the Evangelical Lutheran in America (ELCA), she has taught and ministered in areas of spiritual formation and missional outreach for nearly two decades.
Caring for the Whole Life God Has Entrusted to Us
Spiritual wellness and stewardship invite people, congregations, and leaders into deeper faith, sustainable rhythms, and renewed participation in God’s mission.