eNews January 3, 2019
Sermons from December 30
Sanctuary Worship
A Temple Day Unlike Any Other, or
Let Loving Hearts Enthrone Him
211 Central & South Worship
Love Languages: Physical Touch

Congregation News
211 Central Worship: Year in Review
What was your favorite 211 message or song in 2018? Join us and invite a friend as we revisit many of our 2018 favorites, woven together for a powerful experience.
21 Days of Prayer
This Sunday, will be starting a 21-day prayer journal . This daily journal will be focused on celebrating our past, while looking toward a future rooted firmly in Christ. At Christ Lincoln, we are excited to grow our shared faith together. Make this journal one of your New Year's resolutions!
Night to Shine Coming Soon!
It's a new year, with new opportunities to make someone's Night To Shine! WE NEED YOU! Register as a guest , volunteer , or donate here!
Thrivent Choice Dollars & Grants
If you have Thrivent insurance or investment products, direct your Choice Dollars and/or $250 Action Team Grant(s) for Christ ministry programs. Need assistance? Contact Tom Grunow at ext. 107.
Blessing the Beams at South
Steel has arrived at our new South Build! Pastors will be blessing beams at all services on January 6. The anticipated opening date for South Child Care is August 15, 2019. Our first service will be September 22, 2019.
Next Steps
Connect
Little Ones' Night at the Children's Museum
Sunday, January 13; 5:30 - 7:30 pm; Lincoln Children's Museum
Families with children ages 0 thru Pre-K are invited to a free night just for Christ Lincoln! Enjoy dinner, fellowship, and fun! Register here.
Senior Dinner Year-End Celebration
Sunday, January 27; 12:00 pm; Fellowship Hall; $10/person
Due to inclement weather, the year-end celebration was moved to January 27. RSVP online or in the church office for turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, and homemade pie! Register and pay by Thursday, January 24.
Grow
Christian Readers Group
Tuesday, January 8; 7:00 - 8:00 pm; MS3
Join Christian Readers Group to discuss The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert: An English Professor's Journey Into Christian Faith by Rosaria Champagne Butterfield.
First Thursdays for Women
Thursday, January 3; 6:30 pm; MS3
Our theme will be "JOY in January." We will be focusing on the JOY that Jesus brings, even after the glow of the Christmas season has gone.
Lunch & Learns for 60+
Starts February 14; Various Dates; 11:45 am - 1:15 pm; MS2
Enjoy a free box lunch and learn what those in their 60s need to know: filing SS, taxes in retirement, medicare options, long term care, etc. Limited to 20. Several dates to choose from. Register here.
Holidays Over! Money Gone?
Orientation: Jan 13 & 15; Sessions Begin: Jan 20 (Sun, 9:30 or 11:00 am, or Tues, 6:30 pm)
Registration for FPU winter classes is now open! Register online for this 9-week session , or at orientation on Sunday, January 13. For questions, contact Tom Grunow at ext. 107.
Sunday Pastor's Bible Study
Sunday, January 6; 9:30 am; FH
Join us on Sundays starting January 6 for Bible study! Pastor Keinbaum will lead our first two weeks of class, followed by Pastor Reek for the next several months. Details
This We Believe Membership Class
Begins Saturday, January 26 (4 Sessions); 9:00 - 11:00 am; MS3
Interested in membership or want a refresher course in Lutheran teachings? Registration for the next 4-session This We Believe class is now open! Childcare is provided.
2019 Pre-Marriage Classes Announced
Sundays, Jan 12 & 19; Thursdays, May 9 & 16; Thursdays, Sept 12 & 19
Dates for our 2019 pre-marriage classes have been announced! To learn more or to sign up, contact Bob Ewell (ext. 106) at the church office.
Serve
Minimum Distribution &
Stock Giving
Information and assistance on utilizing RMD, QCD, SEP IRA distributions, or stock for general fund and/or special funds is available on the website or by contacting Tom Grunow , ext 107.
Lincoln Area Lutherans for Life Quarterly Meeting
Monday, January 7; 7:00 pm; CR/Library
Join us in the Conference Room/Church Library for our quarterly meeting.
Take Down Christmas Decorations
Sunday, January 6; 11:00 am; Commons
It's time to take down the Christmas decorations. Stay after the 11:00 am service and help take down the trees and pack away the decorations. Contact Sue Anne Philson for questions.
Go
Trinity Hope Planning Meeting
Sunday, January 6; 12:10 pm; Conference Room/Library
If you would like to help in the planning of the 2019 Trinity Hope Soup Supper, please feel free to come to our meeting, or contact Cindy and Jerry Johnson or Patrick and Annette Durkin. This year’s event will be held on March 16 at our Central Campus.
Christ Lincoln Schools
Come & Learn More About Christ Schools
Thursday, January 17; Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 pm, or Dinner 6:00 - 7:00 pm; School Building
Join us for FREE lunch or dinner with Principal Mark L'Heureux in January to learn more about our K-5 program. Can't make it? Inquire here and line up a tour!
Kindergarten Information Sessions
Thursday, January 24 at 6:30 pm, or, Saturday, January 26 at 9:30 am
Will you have a kindergarten student starting in fall 2019? Come and hear about all we offer and how a Christian education can be affordable for your family. Choose from two sessions! Click here for additional information.
Career & Volunteer Opportunities
Flowers for Sanctuary Worship
Weekly volunteer needed to coordinate flowers for Sanctuary Worship. Job would include placing orders, coordinating lilies and poinsettias for special services, and collection of payments. Connect with Sue Anne Philson if interested.
Child Care Position Available
Christ Lincoln Child Care is seeking a loving and nurturing individual with child care experience to be a part of our child care ministry team. The individual will provide quality Christian care, create and carry out opportunities and environment for infants/ toddlers to grow and develop. Visit our website for more information, or contact Annette Kracke (402.483.7774 ext. 112).
Quick Links
Connect With Us
ChristLincoln.org
(402) 483-7774
4325 Sumner Street
Lincoln, NE 68516