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Thoughts From Pastor Glen
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It was an emotional and humbling afternoon for me as a filled Narthex turned out to celebrate at the "Pastor's Appreciation Luncheon". The event allowed me to reflect upon the deep love that I have for you, the members of this congregation. I have been blessed "to birth" this congregation which few pastors ever get a chance to experience. I've watched infants grow up, I've sat at bed sides of those dying, I've offered hope to those broken, I've been crushed by disappointments, I've cried with you, I've rejoiced with you and I have given thanks for you. I've felt totally inadequate more times than I would like to admit, but only by the grace of God have we have walked through walls that seemed impossible to penetrate. It has been an honor to be your pastor these 17 years. Thank you for the opportunity to share this spiritual journey with you. Thank you for the generous gifts and gift cards. Thank you for the organizers - your grace has allowed this aging preacher to reflect upon how blessed my life has been. Thank you!
Nathan Hoge and Skylar Strand publicly "confirmed" their faith before God and the congregation last Sunday. It's always a joy to see our young people move through these important steps as God prepares them for a life of ministry in the future chapters of their spiritual walk. We will have another "Confirmation Sunday" on November 13th for the remaining members of this class.
Cindi Berggren is camping out at the Mayo Clinic Hospital this week as she receives massive amounts of chemo therapy to prepare her for her bone marrow transplant tomorrow. Please keep Cindi and her family in your prayers as God allows yet another miracle to transform before our eyes.
Have you checked out the handy work of Joe Tedrow and Mahlon Shell, as they teamed together to reface our Visitor's Counter in the Narthex.
That counter has been transformed several times since it was purchased from a video shop that was going out of business. Please be sure to thank Joe & Mahlon when you see them, for sharing their time and their talents.
Judy Candrilli contacted the church office last week that her husband Jerry suffered a massive stroke while vacationing in Hawaii. Jerry died early Saturday. Please keep the Candrilli family in your thoughts and prayers.
Make sure you don't forget the exciting "Trunk or Treat" event this Friday @ 6:30 p.m.
Last Sunday several of you Seattle Seahawks fans approached me to cheer for the Seahawks while playing against our local Arizona Cardinals. I struggled in my allegiance, and thus, the Seahawks & Cardinals played one of the freakiest games I've ever seen, ending in a tie, while my own Minnesota Vikings were humbled by a young defense bringing about their first defeat. Could it be that's why I like football, it reminds me of being a child of God, where you never know what's going to happen next.
Peace & love,
Pastor Glen
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Meet Our Newest Members
Thomas and Rachel Navarro
Tom was raised in the East Valley, attended ASU and now teaches in Gilbert. Rachel was raised in Morris, Minnesota and came to Arizona 12 years ago to attend graduate school. She currently works at a hospital and skilled nursing facility. They are very excited to be expecting their first child in March!
Vic Hanning and Nancy Rogers
Vic grew up in Illinois and Michigan and moved to Arizona in 1972. He is retired after being an aircraft broker for the last ten years. He is a private pilot and enjoys activities at a local gun club. Nancy grew up in Detroit, Michigan and has lived in Arizona since the early 60's. She retired from Honeywell after 33 years of service. She belongs to a senior tap dance group and is currently working 10-15 hours a week in an HOA office. She is a cancer survivor and received a bone marrow transplant in 2002.
Judy and Gary Lynne
Judy and Gary both grew up in North Dakota, and lived in Oregon, Florida, and Nebraska. Judy is retired from radio sales and Gary is a retired professor. They enjoy pickle ball, dancing and traveling. Gary enjoys quading and is a "car guy". Judy enjoys scrapbooking and reading. They are very proud of their granddaughter who recently got a full scholarship to Carnigie Melon. They are also very thankful that their son-in-law had a successful bypass surgery.
Jack and Laura Maciejewski
Jack and Laura lived in Chicago until moving to Arizona this year. Laura recently accepted a job with the Queen Creek School District and Jack continues to be a police officer in Chicago. He comes to Arizona as often as possible. They have two children. Glenn is 9 years old and is in the 4th grade, and Claire is 7 years old and is in the 2nd grade. They both attend Gateway Polytechnic Academy. Laura enjoys reading, going to the movies, and attempting craft projects.
David and Shari Karnowski
David and Shari are the proud parents of four children; Ellie age 10, Aidan age 8, Maddie age 8, and Zoe age 8. David and Shari moved to the Valley from Minnesota and they both work for State Farm Insurance. Dave enjoys woodworking and Shari enjoys photography.
Tom and Susan Perkovich
Tom and Susan were both raised in Chicago. They had a family business of owning and operating movie theatres. Tom also retired as a director of an adult day care center through Lutheran Social Ministry. They have four married children and eight grandchildren. Susan enjoys word puzzles and games, crocheting, bike riding, and riding dune buggies. Tom sells models trains, enjoys board games and riding dune buggies. In June, 2017 they will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary with a family trip.
Michael and Patty Nicholson
Michael and Patty grew up in Pittsburgh and moved to Arizona 16 years ago when Michael retired. They have two adult children and a 7 year old grandson. Patty is the primary caregiver for her daughter who has Alzheimer's. Michael enjoys playing and teaching Bocce and working with stained glass. Patty enjoys hiking, riding her bike, fishing, RV travel and advocating for Alzheimer's Awareness.
Chris and Amanda Klick
Chris was born in San Diego and moved to Arizona for work, while Amanda is a fourth generation Arizona native. Amanda grew up in Mesa and attended ASU. The Klicks' have four children Katie (22), Annabelle (19), Otto (13) and Ruby June (7 months). Chris enjoys designing, manufacturing, and flying Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and paddle-boarding with his spouse. Amanda is into yoga, exercise of any form, and cooking for the ones she loves. After teaching elementary and secondary school for fourteen years, Amanda is now a stay-at-home mom. Chris owns his own business - Ritewing RC. Their exciting news includes the birth of their beautiful seven month old daughter, Ruby June.
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WANTED! Boxes of Cereal
Please join us, as we are collecting boxes of cereal for our local food shelves,
now through November 23, 2016 (Thanksgiving Eve). Please bring boxes of cereal to church, and during the offering at each service, the kids will collect the cereal boxes. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
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On the weekend of November 5th-6th, during our 5:00 p.m, 8:45 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. services, we will be celebrating All Saints' Day. This is an occasion to honor and remember those who have died since All Saints' Day 2015. We thought you would want to know about this special part of our services on November 5th & 6th. When names are read, family members will be asked to stand. We would be pleased if you or someone in your family is able to be present. Please indicate those you would like us to honor on November 5th & 6th, by adding their name(s) and your name to the sheet we have in the Narthex.
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Upcoming SOH Community Events
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Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings, will offer their affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings at Spirit of Hope Lutheran Church on November 21, 2016.
Five screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems related to: blocked arteries which is a leading cause of stroke; abdominal aortic aneurysms which can lead to a ruptured aorta; hardening of the arteries in the legs which is a strong predictor of heart disease; atrial fibrillation or irregular heart beat which is closely tied to stroke risk; and a bone density screening, for men and women, used to assess the risk of osteoporosis.
You may register for a Wellness Package which includes 4 vascular tests and osteoporosis screening from $149 ($139 with our member discount). All five screenings take 60-90 minutes to complete.
Flyers, details about the packages offered, coupon discounts and more info about this event, can be found on the SOH Blog.
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Numbers
For October 22-23, 2016
Attendance 250
Our Weekly Goal Is: $5340
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Readings For This Coming Weekend
Rom 3:19-28 and John 8:31-36
This Weekend's Worship Assistants
October 30th 8:45am
Reader: Mary Myer
Ushers: Carl McCoy, Bob Gee, Phil Troiano
Altar Assistants: Diane Duck, Rechinda Nelson
Sound Booth: Josh
October 30th 10:15am
Reader: Ardis Johnson
Greeters: Jeanette Bailey & Cindy Bailey
Ushers: Cal & Barb Schell
Communion Servers: Judy Ofelt, Sandy Carpenter, Linda Wilcox, Sylvia Humlenker
Sound Booth: Tashia
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Week At A Glance
Thursday, October 27
6:30 a.m. - Too Big For Starbuck's Bible Study - CANCELLED
9:00 a.m. - Seniors Rock
1:00 p.m. - Women's Bible Study
6:30 p.m. - Church Council Meeting
Friday, October 28
6:30 p.m. - Trunk R Treat
Saturday, October 29
5:00 p.m. - The Lift Service
8:45 a.m. - Blended Service
10:15 a.m. - Contemporary Service
Monday, October 31
6:00 p.m. - Financial Peace University (Large Classroom)
Tuesday, November 1
Wednesday, November 2
9:00 a.m. - Staff Meeting
10:00 a.m. - Stitchers
6:00 p.m. - Nite Lite
7:00 p.m. - SWAG
Thursday, November 3
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, November 4
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Prayer Concerns For Oct. 22-23
Carol, Becky, Paul, Kevin
healing from cancer
Matthew
continued recovery
Garrett, Kevin, Don T.
peace
Amy
healing from brain surgery
Warnock Family
prayers
Art, Betty, Matthew, Rudy, John B., Barb, Eddie C.,
health problems
Becca
upcoming surgery
Mike J., Mike B., Roy, Marge, Larry, Deb, Kyle, Tony
healing
Tom H., Joyce, Karen, Kevaleen, Sandy, Don B., Nicki, Horace, Seth
continued healing
Jim, Dar, Don, Vicky
multiple health issues
Bobby Jo
heart problems
Ethel, Sarah, Larry
pain
Tom H.
pancreatic cancer (died 10/14/16)
Collette
strength following the death of her husband Tom H.
Dad
alzheimers
Nadine
safe delivery of new baby
Warren, Darlene
strength following recent accident
Taylor
job
Madison
good year at NAU
Family, Work, Friends, Country
patience & acts of kindness towards one another
Cindy
strength during chemotherapy & transplant
Erik
spiritual & physical healing
Fran, Norma, Martha, Linda, Lee, Ruthie, John
strength
Joyce
palliative care
Eric
prayer of thanks for healing & successful surgery
PJ thoughts that you will find a publishing agent
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