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Our Mission Statement
We of Joy Lutheran Church foster
grace-filled relationships with Christ
through worship, fellowship, and service.
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Week 6: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15
A Community of Generosity
In Paul's time, there was a social stigma associated with the giving of gifts. Those who gave were regarded highly for their abundance, while those who received were regarded lowly for their need. Paul wanted to build unity between churches and communities of varying regions and culture, so giving was essential for the survival of all the communities.
God's challenge is for us to be faithful givers and receivers of the abundant gifts God gives every person, whether it be money, time, or talent. All faithful giving and receiving comes with pain and joy; the pain is fleeting, but the joy endures.
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The New Creation Community
May 22 A Community of Compassion Text: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11
May 29 A Community of Forgiveness Text: 2 Corinthians 2:1-10
June 5 A Community of Imperfect Treasures Text: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15
June 12 A Community of Faith Text: 2 Corinthians 4:16 - 5:10
June 19 A Community of Reconciliation Text: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21
June 26 A Community of Generosity Text: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15
What is the shape of the community of Christ? How do we live faithfully, both to Christ and to our neighbor? In the midst the tensions and conflicts that surround the writing of 2 Corinthians, the letter is all about being the community of Christ. While the accusations and dissatisfactions of many of the Corinthians (fueled by the Outsiders, or the "Super Apostles") center on Paul, the Apostle refuses to "take the bait" of his opponents. By deftly steering the discussion to be less about Paul and more about Jesus' activity and presence within the community, Paul begins to sketch out the outlines of what it means to live as part of the New Creation Community in Christ Jesus.
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Faith Family Breakfasts
Joy is
all
about food and Faith Family Breakfasts are all about sharing a table and fellowship. Want to try out that new recipe? Have summer guests and want to put them to work? There are plenty of opportunities to host a summer breakfast - the kitchen is yours and the tasters are willing! Check out the OPPORTUNITIES board for your turn to host!
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Faith Family Breakfast's Free-will Offering
After each Sunday worship service in the summer, Joy Lutheran hosts a Faith Family Breakfast. We get to enjoy pleasant conversations while eating a yummy breakfast made by a different family or service group. There is a large glass jar on the buffet table for collecting free-will donations. This summer, the money collected each week will be spent on foods to supplement a daily meal for children offered at the Eagle River Boys and Girls Club. Kids Kupboard in Wasilla is providing this free lunch service at 11:30 a.m., Monday - Friday, to any hungry child up to 18 years of age. The food purchased by Joy will include fresh fruits,100% juices, vegetables, and nutritious kid-friendly snacks. The Boys and Girls Club is located at 11700 Old Glenn Hwy., next to Arby's. Director Tracey Hupe says that at least 90 -115 children PER DAY are being fed, and she is incredibly grateful for our generosity. Thank you for helping provide for the needs of food-insecure children in our community!
- Jo Hobbs, Church Council Secretary
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This Week's Calendar
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This Week:
Sun., June 26
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Worship
Faith Family Breakfast - hosted by the Wakelands
Boy Scout Troop 219 - Brause Fellowship Hall
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| Mon., June 27 |
6:30 PM
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Narcotics Anonymous - Library
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| Tues., June 28 |
6:30 PM
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Alcoholics Anonymous - Library
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| Wed., June 29 |
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Narcotics Anonymous -
Library
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Thurs., June 30
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12:00 PM
6:30 PM
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Banner Babes - Upper Narthex
Alcoholics Anonymous - Library
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| Fri., July 1 |
6:30 PM
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Narcotics Anonymous - Library
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| Sat., July 2 |
6:30 PM
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Narcotics Anonymous
- Library
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Next Week:
Sun., July 3 |
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Worship
Faith Family Breakfast - hosted by the Boyers
Boy Scout Troop 219 - Brause Fellowship Hall
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Weekly Worship Assistant Schedule
We have a lot of openings in the schedule. Please help!
If you'd like to volunteer to serve in any one of these, please contact the office at 694-9601, or [email protected]. You may also add your name to the schedule on the
Opportunities bulletin board in the narthex.
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The Lawn Rangers Ride Again!
Aiming for truth, justice and dandelions, the Lawn Rangers have patrolled our pastures and Joy's citizenry is grateful. Be sure to check the sign-up sheet in the Narthex to find your place in the posse. There are some good months left to ride...
Contact Nancy Hemsath at 696-6815, or
[email protected] if you have any questions. And thanks in advance for your help!
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Joy of Reading Book Club
No book club meeting for July! We are too busy enjoying our Alaskan summer!
We will resume book club on the 3
rd Monday of the month, August 15
th.
The book for August is
The Invisible Thread by Laura Schroff. Our meeting will be at the home of Kathy Burek Huntington and will start at 6:30 pm.
September's book is
When the Moon Is Low by Nadia Sashimi.
We invite all who love books and love talking about books to join us. It's casual, fun and mind expanding!
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Other Joyful News...
Long-term planning for our
Artists, Crafters and other Silent Auction Contributors!
A Silent Auction is planned for the beginning of October this year. Lots more details will be coming, but we wanted to give you plenty of time for thinking, crafting, designing, creating and working on Silent Auction items for it. In the past, we have had some pretty amazing items for auction and we are hoping for lots of those again this fall; we know you love them!
Remember the Food Pantry This Summer!
School is almost out, and with that end the Free and Reduced Breakfasts and Lunch program at schools that many of our Eagle River and Chugiak young people rely on will end as well.
This summer let's focus on:
- Proteins: Peanut Butter, Spam (very popular), Tuna, Chili, etc.
- Breakfast Cereals: Especially more healthy options.
- Canned Soup (other than Ramen): Easy to make, Good balance between protein and carbs.
- Box milks: Doesn't need refrigeration.
Preschool & Summer Teachers Needed at Joy Child Development Ctr.
JCDC has positions available for regular preschool teachers (year around), as well as for their summer camp program. Teachers must be over 18 y.o. Call Robin O'Mara at 694-2755 for more information.
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Fred Meyer Community Rewards Program
Fred Meyer Community Rewards Customer Re-enrollment began on June 1, 2016, and goes through June 30, 2016. Participants who have their Rewards Card linked to Joy Lutheran Church will be notified about the re-enrollment process via an email that will easily allow you to choose to re-link your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to our organization.
Please note that all households that do not re-enroll during this period will be dropped on July 1. Thank you for all the ways you continue to support Joy Lutheran Church - we are mighty together!
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Joy Lutheran Church
10111 E. Eagle River Loop Rd.
Eagle River, AK
907-694-9601
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