Thoughts From Pastor Glen

 

The Narthex was bustling with a dozen people as the Lay Visitation or what I think we will call it, "Lay Ministers" Workshop unfolded. This talented group talked about their experiences with other churches in doing a similar type of ministry. These Ministers have been assigned to shut-ins within our congregation. They have been charged with sharing Holy Communion, scripture and prayer with those who have been trapped inside because of their health. This group will meet monthly on the first Saturday of every month at 9:00 a.m. Bobbi Edwardson is the coordinator, and if you have any questions, don't hesitate to give her a call at 816-809-0138. 
 
Rusty assured me that he brought back the same number of campers last week that he brought to camp. This is an amazing experience for young people and its hope that we continue to do everything possible to help as many of our Junior High kids to experience this life changing event. Spirit of Hope also supported and sent two High School counselors this year Macy Devine & Angelica Montano. I believe that our investment in these young people will return fourfold as they grow in their faith though this unique experience.
 
Our sister congregation Spirit of Joy in Gilbert, will be installing a new pastor, Brian Cain, on July 24th at 4:00 p.m. A fun fact about Brian is that he is also married to one of the pastors at Desert Cross Lutheran Church in Tempe. It would be fun to see a delegation from Spirit of Hope to embrace this new brother in Christ as he shepherds his new church.

Peace & love,
Pastor Glen
Grace Room Donations Needed
 
Grace in the City Lutheran Church in downtown Phoenix caters to the needs of the many homeless in that area. (The pastor also happens to be the daughter of Pastor Glen and Lee Stadler!)

They are in need of items in their "Grace Room". If you care to donate any of the following supplies, please bring them to church by July 29th and we'll deliver them July 31st. They are desperately in need of:

Men's Underwear  |  Toothbrushes  |  Deodorant  | 
 Hand Sanitizer (non-alcohol)  |  Feminine Hygiene Supplies

A container will be labeled in the Narthex.
CANCELLATION Notification

Please note that the All Committee Night Meeting scheduled for July 14, 2016 has been cancelled. 
Lunch Donations Needed
Seniors Rock will once again be  packing lunches for the  East Valley Men's Shelter starting Thursday, July 7th. This outreach will continue every Thursday until August 25th, with 94 lunches being packed per week. As you can imagine, many supplies are needed. You can help by donating cases of water, snacks, jelly and peanut butter. Starting this past weekend, you can also contribute money to the Hunger Jar, whose funds will go towards this project. Drivers are  needed to deliver the lunches, as well. Look for the sign-up in the Narthex. Questions? Please contact Wendy Sontag at:  ladywendy@cox.net
Mark Your Calendars...For The Next Cool Down Event

 
Volunteer Opportunities
  • Trunk R Treat  -  We are looking for a few people to assist the Outreach Committee with planning the annual Trunk R Treat. Trunk R Treat will be held on Friday, October 28th from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. If you are interested in planning the events for the evening, please contact Tina Gilson at 414-517-6505. The commitment will be approximately 10 hours of meeting time between now and the event, as well as some potential individual planning and work.  
  • Holiday Craft Show - We are looking for a few people to assist the Outreach committee with the Holiday Craft Show that will be held at Spirit of Hope this Fall. The show will be held on November 12th. If you are interested, contact Tina Gilson at 414-517-6505 or Irene Jeter at 480-707-2170. The commitment will be about 10 hours of planning between now and November.
     
  • East Valley Men's Center Dinner - We will be serving dinner at the East Valley Men's Center on Sunday, July 24th. 8 volunteers are needed to prepare and serve dinner. Meet at EVMC at 4:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. The best part is that the men at the center do all the cleanup! Sign up behind the information desk. Anyone over 18 is welcome.
     
  • Pancake Breakfast -  Our next Pancake Breakfast for the homeless at Grace In the City Lutheran Church is Sunday, July 31. 12-15 volunteers are needed for this event. We meet at Grace at 6:00 a.m. (rides available from SOH if needed) and prepare and serve approximately 250 plates of pancakes and sausage for the local homeless. Please sign up behind the information desk. Families are welcome and encouraged to participate!
Crafters/Vendors Are Needed! 

Spirit of Hope will again host the Hopes and Dreams Holiday Craft Show on Saturday, November 12, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Vendors and crafters are needed!  For more information, please see the church website and click on the Craft Show link. The application and rules are located here. If you need more information, please contact Irene Jeter at 480-707-2170.
Numbers  For July 2-3, 2016

Giving                                            $3,738 
Attendance                                        196

Our Weekly Goal Is:                     $5,340
Readings For This Coming Weekend

Col 1:1-14 and Luke 10:25-37
Week At A Glance

Thursday, July 7
6:30 a.m. Too Big for Starbuck's Bible Study
9:00 a.m. Seniors Rock 
1:00 p.m. Women's Bible Study
Friday, July 8
Saturday, July 9
10:00 a.m. Twelve Step Program
5:00 p.m. The Lift Worship Service
6:15 p.m. TAG 
Sunday, July 10 
8:00 a.m. Choir Practice
8:45 a.m. Blended Service
10:15 a.m. Contemporary Service
Monday, July 11
Tuesday, July 12 
Wednesday, July 13
10:00 a.m. Stitchers
Thursday, July 14
6:30 a.m. Too Big for Starbuck's Bible Study (Canceled until July 28th)
9:00 a.m. Seniors Rock 
1:00 p.m. Women's Bible Study
Friday, July 15  
Prayer Concerns For July 2-3

H. family to have a great trip
Dan patience for upcoming back surgery and good results
Lindsay & Jarae depression
Jim & Darlene health & strength
Donna healing from cancer
Kate health
Amanda job
Dara strength
Military safety
David depression
Jim & Karen good health, family, jobs
Gary thanksgiving, continued strength and comfort to get more feeling in limbs as he was supposed to be paralyzed but can walk with assistance of walker
Rick continued healing and help in changes for healthier life from stroke
Steve continued healing from depression and mental health
Chet thanks to God for his successful surgery and continued healing over the next few months
Lay ministers thanksgiving for you who serve the shut-ins
Barb thanksgiving for her visit with Emma
Ron prayers for him
Scott brain tumor
Janet B. Chemo
Pat F. healing
Don T. peace and healing
Michael in Boston Hospital
Barb C . & Eddie C. health issues
Linda, Larry, Bob, Vicki's daughters comfort in the loss of daughter, wife, mother
Becky & Paul cancer
Fran, Norma, Martha, John strength
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