Thoughts From Pastor Glen

 
Ten families attended our New Member Orientation last Sunday. It's always a thrill to discover who God brings to the Spirit of Hope community. This group is as diverse as any group in the past to my memory. We had several in our group under the age of one. Please look for their pictures in the upcoming updates and introduce yourself when you see them in worship.
 
Confirmation Sunday will be celebrated this Sunday. This will be the first of two Confirmation Sundays due to scheduling conflicts. I ask that you keep these newly confirmed members in your thoughts and prayers, as God guides them in their spiritual walk.
 
I will be attending Bishop's Convocation this week. There will be a delegation of about 100 ELCA clergy from Arizona & Southern Nevada in attendance. I had the pleasure last evening at a Pre-Convocation function to meet the new pastor at our Lutheran church in Lake Havasu, AZ. After spending 25 years in Lutheran camping ministries he decided to throw his hat back in the ring to return to the parish. Again, it's fun to see the colorful mosaic of the clergy community.
 
I will be delivering the last of our items to our Baton Rouge friends today. We found most of the items needed including a king size mattress. Thank you for allowing Spirit of Hope to play a huge part in this families resettlement. 
 
Our winter visitors are finding their way back home. It fills my heart with joy to be reunited this these precious brothers and sisters in Christ.
 
Peace & love,
Pastor Glen
Hear Ye Hear Ye...

It has been declared that October is Pastor Appreciation Month, which will be celebrated in Lutheran Churches everywhere. However, we here at Spirit of Hope, are doing something unique! We are having our first ever Tailgate Party this Saturday, October 22nd from 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Everyone is invited, and if you have a football jersey or hat of your favorite team, please wear it! If you wish to bring chips & dip, that would be terrific. All other food and drinks will be provided. If you wish to attend, please sign up in the Narthex, as we need a head count for the food and drinks. We are pretty sure you will see Pastor Glen sporting attire from his favorite team the....



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. 
Volunteer Opportunities

Trunk R Treat:  Spirit Of Hope - October 28, 2016 - 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Contact Tina Gilson with questions at 414-517-6505. In need of volunteers to decorate their trunk or car trunks and pass out candy to the kids. Also looking for volunteers to help during the event. Sign-up is in the Narthex.
Upcoming SOH Community Events



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. 

In order to register for this event and to receive a $10 discount off any package priced above $129, please call 1-888-653-6441 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com/community-partners.

Flyers, details about the packages offered, coupon discounts and more info about this event, can be found on the SOH Blog.  
Numbers  For October 15-16, 2016

Giving                                             $ 4599
Attendance                                        229

Our Weekly Goal Is:                      $5340
Readings For This Coming Weekend
2 Tim 4:6-8, 16-18 and Luke 18:9-14
 
This Weekend's Worship Assistants
October 23rd 8:45am
Reader: Mike Stark 
Ushers: Bill Schrader, Dave Chapman, Debbie Zimmerman, Linda Thomas 
Altar Assistants: Jack & Marylou Wilson 
Sound Booth: Josh

October 23rd 10:15am
Reader: Linda Wilcox 
Greeters: Mary Szymanski  
Ushers: Art & Crystal Zander  
Communion Servers: Judi Ofelt, Sylvia Humlenker, Debbie Traynor
Sound Booth: Tashia
Week At A Glance

Thursday, October 20
6:30 a.m. - Too Big For Starbuck's Bible Study 
9:00 a.m. - Seniors Rock
10:00 a.m. - Memory Center Service
1:00 p.m. - Women's Bible Study
Friday, October 21
Saturday, October 22
5:00 p.m. - The Lift Service
6:15 p.m. - TAG 
Sunday, October 23
8:45 a.m. - Blended Service
10:15 a.m. - Contemporary Service
Monday, October 24 
6:00 p.m. - Financial Peace University (Large Classroom) 
Tuesday, October 25
Wednesday, October 26
10:00 a.m. - Stitchers
6:00 p.m. - Nite Lite
7:00 p.m. - SWAG
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
Prayer Concerns For Oct. 15-16

Carol healing from cancer
Teresa K health
Frieda will get well after her fall
White Family safe delivery for Nadine and baby
Sharon strength to care for her husband and time to take care of her own health
Papa continued healing
Kat & Taylor continued success at school
Delores & Mary blessings and thanksgiving upon the birth of great-grandson and grandson Ellis Timothy
Joe all who are having heart issues
Eric healing
Seth safely through surgery and healing
Larry for pain relief
Deb & Jim health concerns
Joyce in palliative care
Bobby is waiting and still improving
Calaya needs answers from National Guard for new/next appointment
Kevin, Becky, Paul cancer
Fran, Norma, Martha, Lee, Linda strength
Lindsay health
Danny back surgery recovery
Lo & Claudia health, strength, courage
Mike B & Mike J healing
Art & Betty health concerns
Matthew recovery
Garrett peace
Bud healing of leg
Roy healing
Larry healing
Mathew right choices
Robert understanding of his class - he should ask for a tutor
Alex J continued listening to Jesus for direction
Tom H, Sandy B, Kevaleen, Horace H, Nikki H, Mark H, John P struggling to recover from cancer
Harry & Mary R, Dan, Linda R marital struggles
Don B back surgery
Jim & Darlene I, Connie M, Vicky K, Ruthie P, Don K multiple health issues
Paula S help in finding an agent so she can get her book published
Hurricanes Matthew & Nicole prayers for those suffering from the devastation
Don & Sandy B safe travels as they leave us for their new home in Minnesota
Spirit of Hope prayers for all who worship with its walls
Church Council prayers that they make sound decisions that allow our church to thrive
Pastor Glen & Rusty prayers as they serve the church community
Becca prayers for surgery at the end of the month
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