2025 Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod
Bishop’s Convocation

November 12th & 13th

Little children, let us love not in word or speech
but in deed and truth. 1 John 3:18

Desmond Hotel, One Liberty Blvd, Malvern, PA 19355

Reservation Link:

https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/sepasynodbishopsconvocationnov2025/

Group Code: SYN

In-House Reservations: 610-296-9800 / 800-575-1776 (Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm) | reservations@desmondgv.com

Hilton Central Reservations: 1-855-610-TREE (7 days, 24 hours)*

Cost: $150 (includes program & meals) + $174 (per room for those staying overnight)
Attendees: Rostered Leaders (active and retired), Seminary Interns, SAM’s
Presenters: Brother Steve Jerbi, OEF and Rev. Yolanda Norton from Organizing for
Mission Network (https://www.organizingformission.org)

Registration Deadline: October 12

Hotel Reservation Deadline: October 21

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2025 Bishop's Convocation

Wednesday November 12

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

The 2025 Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod Bishop’s Convocation, Love in Motion: Organizing for the Sake of the Gospel, will be held Wednesday, November 12 and Thursday, November 13 at the Desmond Hotel in Malvern. Open to rostered leaders, seminary interns, and SAMs, the two-day gathering will feature keynote presentations and breakout sessions led by Brother Steve Jerbi, OEF, Director of the Organizing for Mission Network, and Rev. Yolanda Norton, a global organizer representing Black girls and women. The event will include worship with Holy Communion, fellowship meals, Bishop’s Address, and opportunities for reflection and connection. Registration is $150 (including program and meals), with hotel accommodations available for $174 per night, and the deadline to register is October 12.