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Love your neighbor as yourself
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SERVANT to SERVANT 11-6-15
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Congratulations and God's blessings to Brian and Bethanie Westgate. They are the proud parents of a new son, Samuel Martin Westgate. He was born on November 1, 2015. Samuel has an older sister, Catherine, who is 2 1/2 years old. Brian is the pastor of Faith in Butler, PA.
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WESTERN REGION CONFERENCE
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The theme of the Western Region Conference was "You Become a Model". It was based on
1 Thessalonians 1:6-8 and was led by Rev. Russ Sommerfeld, former president of the Nebraska District.
Thirty-five church workers from 5 states gathered in Tucson, AZ for this event. It was held on October 27-29, 2015. Attendees shared in worship, prayer, fellowship and study.
During the Tuesday evening worship service at Ascension Lutheran Church, Bishop Hardy encouraged and reminded everyone of the great love that Jesus' has shown to us; which leads God's people into acts of love for our neighbor.
In our discussion time together, we shared the challenges of showing God's love in a meaningful way. This included the cultural context, which is increasingly hostile, to the institutional church.
Next year's meeting is scheduled for October 25-27, in San Francisco, CA.
Submitted by: Rev. Steven Patton
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REQUEST FROM BISHOP HARDY
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In an effort to make the English District a more useful tool in the success of your own congregation, Bishop Hardy is asking for your help in the completion of a Church Leadership Form. His hope is to more efficiently reach out to you in a timely manner and to work with you more closely as brothers and sisters in Christ.
The form is very simple to complete. All he asks for is the contact information for the leaders of your congregation, including those individuals who serve on your church council.
Please complete the information on the form and mail/email/fax it to the English District office:
English District LCMS
33100 Freedom Rd.
Farmington, MI 48336-4030
Fax: 248-476-0188
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Calls Received-Accepted
The Rev. Justin Laughridge accepted the call to Morning Star in Lakeside CA.
Warren Choy, DCE, accepted the call to West Portal in San Francisco, CA.
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The Rev. Eric Carlson will be installed as the Associate Pastor at Peace in McMurray, PA on Sunday, November 29, 2015. Bishop Jamison J. Hardy will officiate. The installation will take place during the 10:30 AM worship service.
The Rev. J. Derek Mathers will be installed as the Assistant to the Bishop and Mission Executive of the English District on Sunday, December 6, 2015. The Rev. Ben Eder, First Vice President, will officiate. The installation will take place at St. Luke's, North York, ON.
The Rev. Justin Laughridge will be installed at Morning Star in Lakeside, CA on Sunday, December 6, 2015. The Rev. Todd Arnold, Third Vice President, will officiate.
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The Rev. Neil E. Rand, of the English District, has agreed to serve as the Vacancy Pastor at Bethlehem, Wales, WI. Bethlehem is a congregation in the South Wisconsin District. Please keep Rev. Rand in your prayers as he begins this new ministry.
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The Board of Directors of the English District will be meeting in Philadelphia, PA on November 13, 14, 15, 2015. |
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If you have a piece of news, tidbit, story or something special you would like to share with the people in and around the English District, please send the information to Kathy Stanis.
[email protected] |
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Calls Received-Accepted
The Rev. Justin Laughridge accepted the call to Morning Star in Lakeside CA.
Warren Choy, DCE, accepted the call to West Portal in San Francisco, CA.
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NEW LUTHERAN HOME SCHOOL
RESOURCE AVAILABLE
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The 250-plus-page resource provides the foundation and doctrinal underpinnings for this type of education. In addition, it covers the how-tos of home schooling - from choosing curriculum, to keeping records, to avoiding common pitfalls - while also discussing how to incorporate the Christian faith into each and every day.
In the foreword, LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison writes that Eternal Treasures is a "veritable powder and keg, including match and fuse, to bring a great education to your own children, today."
Throughout the book, Swope and Whiting include recommended readings, practical ideas, and essays and advice from other Lutheran home-schooling families.
"Lutheran families may consider a plethora of options related to the education of their children. Eternal Treasures: Teaching Your Child at Home will become the definitive resource for Lutheran families who are seeking to establish a quality home-school experience for their children," said Terry Schmidt, director of LCMS School Ministry. "Eternal Treasures addresses the why, what and how of home education with useful resources and countless testimonials. It is a 'must have' for families involved with home education."
Eternal Treasures is available for $14.99 on Amazon.com.
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LCMS YOUTH MINISTRY SYMPOSIUM
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Confirming the Faith: What does this mean today?
The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod's Youth Ministry Symposium is designed for people who are serious about youth ministry. It offers a time for learning, professional growth, refreshment and worship. Professional and lay workers alike will be challenged and equipped for doing youth ministry in a postmodern world.
- Date: January 14-16, 2016
- Location: Embassy Suites Hotel, St. Charles, Mo.
- Focus: Youth Confirmation
- Cost: $185 (does not include housing)
- Lodging: The Embassy Suites Hotel offers a discounted group rate, and room reservations include daily hot breakfast and happy hour reception. The special room rate is available until December 30, 2015 or until the group block is sold-out.
The three-day, two-night event will feature facilitated discussions on the topics of confirmation, family catechesis, adolescent brain development, the next generation of youth and incorporating new technology into the timeless task of teaching the faith.
Registration is open.
- See Sessions and Speakers
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