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Synod Assembly 2016

Synod Assembly 2016

MIAMI, FL (SZS) — This past week, September 4-10, the Slovak Zion Synod gathered in Assembly aboard the Carnival Splendor, originating in Miami with ports of call in Montego Bay, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel before returning home. The theme of this year’s...
A Lenten Challenge

A Lenten Challenge

TORRINGTON, CONN (SZS) — As the year 2016 gets underway, we are mindful of the numerous ads and promotions aimed at health goals, body image, and self-help in an attempt to address those traditional New Year’s resolutions. As Lutherans, we have an...
Record Participation in Health Assessment

Record Participation in Health Assessment

TORRINGTON, CONN (SZS) — The year 2015 marks the first year that every eligible synod, seminary, and churchwide ministry has earned the 2% discount on health contributions, collectively saving health plan participants in the ELCA more than $2.5 million in health...
Portico Wellness Goal Surpassed

Portico Wellness Goal Surpassed

TORRINGTON, CONN (SZS) — Once again the Slovak Zion Synod has maintained its record of both meeting and surpassing its 65% participation goal for Portico Benefit Services plan member participation in the 2014 Health Assessment, having achieved 80% participation....
What’re you doing for Lent?

What’re you doing for Lent?

TORRINGTON, CONN (SZS) — Looking for a Lenten Practice for Yourself or Your Congregation? Consider Make or Break for Lent—a Wellness Activity from Portico. As Christians, Lent draws us to deepen our spiritual life; this includes being more attentive to our...