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A Message From Greg
What is a steward? Stewardship is a word we kick around a lot in churches, but what does the word steward actually mean? What does a steward do? In Jesus time the owner of an estate frequently had a person that was put in charge of all the affairs related to managing the estate. That person was the steward. The steward did not own the estate, but in effect had control over it because the master granted him that power. The relationship between owner and steward did not end there. The steward was also required to give an account of his management of the owner's property. The steward was a person in whom the owner placed a great deal of trust, but the steward was always held accountable.
When we talk about stewardship in the church we are really talking about giving an account. God, the master, has given us responsibility for the way we live (manage) this life he has given us. Our lives, however, still belong to Him and we are accountable for what we do with our lives.
"As each has received a gift use it for one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace. (1 Peter 4: 10) God Bless You! See you Sunday!
Peace,
Greg
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Scripture of the Month
2 Corinthians 9: 7
"Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."
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Jim's Jots
Last month, our SouthSide congregation celebrated it third anniversary! Congratulations to the SouthSide! For anyone who may not know, we have a third worship service every Sunday at Earhart School. The congregation meets for fellowship about 10:30 AM and the worship begins at 11:00 AM. Rev. Nancy Eberhard leads the worship and since they meet in a school cafeteria, it is not very "churchy". They have the main and expected parts of our worship experience: prayers, very good praise music, and of course the Lord's Supper is celebrated each Sunday. Being in a cafeteria, they do not have some traditional church features - everyone in the congregation sits around round tables and they instead of stained glass windows they have large windows with a clear view of nature and the changing seasons.
But the SouthSide's distinguishing characteristic is its message time, which is called "God Conversations". Rev. Nancy initiates a discussion which is later continued at each of the tables; round tables are good for active discussion. The format is casual, open, and friendly. Some members of the congregation have said that the God Conversations format leads to deeper relationships with the group and with each other; it has also led to more sharing with friends and family. The sharings of the youth have been particularly powerful; it is evident that they able to apply God in their lives. Other members have said that the worship experience is more interactive and that that they do not feel that they are being preached at. Sitting around the tables, engaging in open conversation is refreshing and innovative and fills one's needs for the week ahead.
So again, CONGRATULATIONS to the SouthSide on your third anniversary! If any of our downtown members have not yet tried worship on the SouthSide, feel free to join them any Sunday. They are a friendly and welcoming group who would enjoy your presence. (Feel free to invite a friend !)
Jim Rybka, Chair of the Board and Congregations
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Please keep in your prayers:
Seton Hospital: Bob Prather, Sara Garvey, Don Smith, Becky Britt, Marie Beaver-friend of Sue England, Westminster Health Care:Fran Britt-Becky's mom rm 25, Signature: Mary Bogan, Judith Butler, Cindy Lindstrom, Betty Mowery-Westminster C3110, Cheryl Tully & family, Sue England-Fowler Apts #514, Jeanne Dible, Jim Sipple-hospice, Edith Sipple-Wesley Manor, Verne & Rosemary Comer, Ann & Bob Prather, Barb Fisher, the Springs-friend of Daryl Killian, Marilyn Galloway, Martha Oliver, Mary Goodwin, June Brummett, June Petit, Kathy Swingle-friend of Deb Goonen, Harriett McDowell-Cumberland Point Rehab #327, Lorna Wagner-friend of Carolyn Weedon, David & Deb Hilterbran-Carolyn Henry's brother & wife.
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I want to thank everyone for your cards, prayers and calls. There have been times during this journey that my faith has faltered. But after I received a call from Mary Lou Curtis it suddenly struck me that I don't have to rely on the depth of my faith alone. Even when I don't feel like my prayers are enough, I know your prayers will get me through the day. That is the true gift of belonging to a strong faith community! We lift each other up in prayer so no one can claim the glory but God. I thank God everyday for each of you. Blessings, Cindy Lindstrom
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Jeffrey Goodspeed
The Music Ministry has been in summer break mode, but we look forward
to a return to regular rehearsals for the Chancel Choir and Handbell
Choir on
August 27
. Several new folks got involved last season, and I
invite you to continue the trend and make music with us! All singers,
instrumentalists, actors, dancers and anyone who thinks they have
rhythm are welcome!
Don't miss our monthly
Sunday
music events through the rest of 2015!
October 18
Purduettes' Holy Cowgirls trio (all
three services!)
November 22
Hope Oaks, bagpipes (
8:00
/
10:15
)
December 20
Christmas cantata (
10:15
)
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Michelle.Schluttenhofer@fcclaf.org
Oct. 3rd King's Island Trip! Leave at 9am and return around 10pm. Cost: $35
Oct. 4th Game Night at Pizza King 4:30-6pm!
(Veteran's Mem. & 18th St.) Pizza will be
provided, just bring money for a drink and a friend!
Oct. 11th Exploration Acres 4-6pm. Fire pit #2 (Hot dogs, smores and drinks provided!)
Oct. 18th Bowling at Arrowhead Bowling Alley @1pm Cost:$10
Oct. 25th Youth Mtg downtown 5:30-7pm. Pizza, devotion and games!
Nov. 1st Serve the "Community Lunch" at LUM from 11:30am-1:30pm
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Kids Club (K-5th grade)
Michelle Schluttenhofer
Oct. 4th Game Night at Pizza King
(Veteran's Mem. & 18th St.) Pizza will be
provided, just bring money for a drink and a friend!
Oct. 11th Exploration Acres 4-6pm. Fire pit #2 (Hot dogs, smores and drinks provided!)
Oct. 18th Bowling at Arrowhead Bowling Alley @1pm Cost:$10
Oct. 25th Kids Club downtown 5:30-7pm. Pizza, devotion and games!
Nov. 1st Serve the "Community Lunch" at LUM from 11:30am-1:30pm
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Diaconates for
October, 2015
October 4th
First Service
Team Leader: Dan Hilgediek
Serving: Gaye Hilgediek
Serving: Sam Hilgediek
Serving: Donita Navarra
Serving: Fred Navarra
Set Up & Clean Up: Gaye & Sam Hilgediek
Second Service
Team Leader: Donna Adams
Serving: Carolyn Weedon
Serving: Missi Findley
Serving: Shawn Findley
Serving: Harriet Beeler
Set Up & Clean Up:
Harriet Beeler & Carolyn Weedon
October 11th
First Service
Team Leader: Dan Hilgediek
Serving: Gaye Hilgediek
Serving: Sam Hilgediek
Serving: Donita Navarra
Serving: Fred Navarra
Set Up & Clean Up:
Donita & Fred Navarra
Second Service
Team Leader: Dave Schluttenhofer
Serving: Debbie Schneider
Serving: Carly Schneider
Serving: Kathy Kremer
Serving: Gery Kremer
Set Up & Clean Up:
Debbie & Carly Schneider
October 18th
First Service
Team Leader: Dan Hilgediek
Serving: Gaye Hilgediek
Serving: Sam Hilgediek
Serving: Donita Navarra
Serving: Fred Navarra
Set Up & Clean Up:
Gaye & Sam Hilgediek
Second Service
Team Leader: Kathy Stirlen
Serving: Susie Nelson
Serving: Michael Nelson
Serving: Melanie Davis
Serving: Michael Davis
Set Up & Clean Up: Susie & Michael Nelson
October 25th
First Service
Team Leader: Dan Hilgediek
Serving: Gaye Hilgediek
Serving: Sam Hilgediek
Serving: Donita Navarra
Serving: Fred Navarra
Set Up & Clean Up:
Donita & Fred Navarra
Second Service
Team Leader: Lytta Turner
Serving: Sue Dismore
Serving: Linda Brammell
Serving: Paul Floyd
Serving: Letcher Floyd
Set Up & Clean Up: Sue Dismore & Linda Brammell
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It is not to early to start thinking about
Jubilee Christmas, 2015
. Again this year we will be hosting at least 35 families. This month I am going to talk about the food baskets that we provide for each family. Your help will be needed this year in more ways than just the financial part to pay for the hams and gift cards. This year I will need your help in the cost of purchasing the baskets, which are laundry baskets. Then I also need help with products to fill the baskets. Some suggestions would be boxed foods, such as macaroni & cheese, hamburger helper and instant potatoes. Packaged items like noodles, spaghetti, dried spaghetti mix. We have also included some other items such as toilet tissue, paper towels and dish soap. The filled baskets are very much appreciated by all the families so whatever you would like to donate to the baskets will be divided into the baskets. If you have any questions, please contact me at 427-2672. Sandie Hauser
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329 North 6th Street
Lafayette, IN 47901
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