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First Lutheran Church
WEEKLY E-NEWS
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WEEKLY FAITH-LIFT
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In our Bible story this Sunday, Jesus is baptized. As he comes out of the water, he hears God's voice. (Matthew 3:13-17) What's amazing is that God says the same thing about you. It's a promise of your baptism. How does that feel?
You may have seen my Facebook posts this week, related to the winter weather. Here's one that has to do with listening that produced a God-Moment for me...
While shoveling snow on Sunday, I was trying to be mindful, paying attention to my breath, my body, my surroundings. Sometimes that's hard for me to do. My mind can race a million miles a second on things past, things future, and things far, far away. I'm working on being more present here and now. (Where Jesus said one finds the "Kingdom of God.") As I'm shoveling with my head down, getting a good workout, I hear it. All kinds of birds, mostly crows, going NUTS! I look up and a God-thing happened. A Barred Owl, from the nearby Bog Garden, flew overhead. Majestic. Surreal. Awe-inspiring. Had I not been working on "Mindfulness" for the past several years, I may have missed it as I shoveled in my own little world of racing thoughts. But when I'm more aware of the present moment, the here and now (the HEAR and now?), God seems a little more real and relevant.
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Potential Intern & 2nd Pastor Call Process
++ Congregational Vote on January 29, 2017++
++After All Morning Services ++
+ To employ Emily Lemoine for Internship (July 2017 - July 2018)
+ And also to agree to vote, following her successful completion of Internship (Fall, 2018), on calling Emily as our second pastor.
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Be Informed:
Information/Q&A/Discussion Forums
On the Potential Process & the January Vote:
Your opportunity to learn more about the Call Process proposed by Council, the NC Synod, Personnel and Pastor Jay, to ask questions and share concerns. Also, share input on what's most needed in a second pastor, and get familiar with the emerging Job Description.
+ This Sunday, January 15 at 10 AM and 12 noon
- Community Center
+ Next Sunday, January 22, 10 AM and 12 noon
(lunch provided)
- Room A7
Also... Get To Know Emily Lemoine,
"Up Close and Personal":
Emily will share her story, her passion for ministry and her interests at the following events. Your questions, any questions, are welcome!
+ Next Sunday, January 22 at 10 AM and 12 noon
("Light Lunch" provided) - Community Center
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
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Join us for the 3rd-5th grade lock-in on Friday, January 20 beginning at 6 pm for fun, games, food and movies. Pick up will be on Saturday, January 21 at 9 am. Cost is $5. A sign-up genius with more information will be sent out soon. Don't miss this fun event!
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 On Sunday, January 22, immediately following the 9 am service, Faith Formation singers will meet with Ms. Melissa and Ms. Pat in the Contemporary Worship Space. Ms. Melissa will begin teaching the children a song that they will sing on January 29 in the 11 am
Traditional service and again on
February 5
in
the
9 am
Contemporary service.
On
Sunday, January 29
, we will have a Music Sunday
where children ages 4-5th grade will meet during the Faith Formation Hour in the Traditional Worship Space and will continue learning "What Does the Lord Require of You?" CD's will be handed out on
January 22
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2016 ENDOWMENT FUND GRANTS
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The 2016 Endowment Committee grants have been made, which will expand and reinforce ministry at First Lutheran, in the community and globally. The Endowment Committee granted $34,934 after receiving applications totaling $70,143. Check out the approved grants here.
For information on how you can strengthen the Endowment Fund, please contact Duane Dassow,
duane@thedassows.com.
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WORSHIP
SUNDAY, JANUARY 15
COMMUNION IN
CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP
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CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP
Pastor Jay Hilbinger
TRADITIONAL WORSHIP
Pastor Charlie Zimmerman
Community Worship
THIS SUNDAY
See below
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COMMUNITY WORSHIP NEWS
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Join us THIS SUNDAY
for Community Worship with a free meal at 5:30 pm and then worship at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to either or both to this meaningful time spent together in community with one another.
Meal -
BBQ Chicken sliders, salad, chips and dessert. (Sign up
here)
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CAREGIVING
CLASS STARTS MONDAY:
Learn how to enhance your listening skills to help others in a course called "What Not to Say" from
7-8:30 p.m. on Mondays, Jan. 16, 23 & 30.
Classes will be held in Room A12. Pastor Bernie, Ruth Schenk and Ellenor Shepherd are facilitating these sessions.
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CALLING ALL AUTHORS
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If you have ever had anything published,
please share & leave on library table.
In February, we plan to display & highlight all
First Lutheran writers.
This includes books, poetry, music, technical materials, text books, etc.
We need all material
ASAP
[by Jan. 18]
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FACEOUT FOR
JANUARY 17
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Leanna Joyner, the Trail Resources Manager with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy's Asheville Office, has hiked the Appalachian Trail from start to finish in 2003. She has written a book called "Hiking Through History: Civil War Sites on the Appalachian trail. She has lived in a tiny house and has taught dance.
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Community Housing Solutions
Job Opening
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Community Housing Solutions is beginning the search process for the position of
Administrative Coordinator
due to the growth in the number of people served through their home repair program. This full-time position will provide administrative support to the staff, home repair program and management of their subcontractor relationships for the organization. Qualified candidates should have strong organizational skills, be very fluent in software applications and past experience multi-tasking to support multiple people and processes. Click here for a job description that gives more details about the position.
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First Lutheran Mission Trip - Summer 2017
HABITAT EL SALVADOR July 22-30
COME JOIN US!
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Interest Meeting:
Sunday, Jan. 22 @ 10 am, 11 am, and 12 pm
Jenna & Erik Rhyne will be leading another mission trip Summer 2017 and it's sure to be an amazing experience and adventure! Come learn about the trip with Jenna who will be joining us via live video to answer all questions!
We will partner with Habitat for Humanity and Thrivent Builds Worldwide. This 8 day trip will involve assisting the partner family in building their new home near Ahuachapán. There is a job for everyone! In this world of seemingly increasing poverty and poverty related disaster, let's take steps together to make our world a better place.
Can't participate in the build? We still need you! Help by supporting our team members logistically, financially and emotionally. We have many ways for you to take part in this powerful mission. Ages 16 and up are welcome, no skills required.
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GOD'S WORK. OUR HANDS.
Some ways to help during the winter ...
- BEDDING FOR BARNABAS: Please bring new and gently used twin, full and queen-size sheets and pillowcases to Frank Moore's office during January for the Barnabas Network, which provides household items and furniture to families in need. Thanks to Thrivent Financial for a $250 grant; 36 twin-sheet sets bought! Contact: Chris Gibson, chris.gibson107@gmail.com.
- MEN'S SHELTER: Provide a warm, safe place for men on Monday nights through March 27 at W. Market St. United Methodist Church. Help with check-in/registration, preparing or serving meals. Also, one male volunteer with a staff person needed to stay overnight. Check this link. Sign-up sheets in the Community Center. Details: Colette Gibson, hornung107@triad.rr.com, 336-856-7481. Also, please put quarters in a container in Frank Moore's office for laundry costs (about $50 each Monday).
- FAMILY SHELTER: This shelter for homeless families has the following needs; please put in box near library: Diapers and pull-ups (sizes 4-6), infant formula, twin-size sheets/blankets, cold and hot cups (12,16 oz.), paper towels, lawn/leaf size black trash bags (39+ gal.), paper/Styrofoam plates & bowls, plastic forks/spoons, paper napkins, mayo packets, fruit cups/applesauce, chips/popcorn, granola bars/peanut butter crackers, juice drink boxes, $5/10 gas cards to Walmart or Speedway.
- WOMEN'S SHELTER: Join other FLC members from January-March to offer a helping hand and serve a meal at the winter women's shelter at Summit House on Fairview. Time needed about 3 hours; the experience is priceless! Details: Ginny Hultquist, 336-707-6781, ginnylee511@yahoo.com
- HUGS (Hats, Underwear, Gloves, Socks) needed for HUGS box near Frank Moore's office.
 A SIMPLE GESTURE: This food collection done every other month is expanding into High Point and Guilford County. If you are willing to pick up bags six times a year to fight child hunger, please contact asimplegesturegso@gmail.com or talk with Ginny Hultquist or Frank Moore. The next collections are either Jan. 21 or Feb. 11, depending on where you live. ASG will be in touch with you.
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FLC MAGNETS AVAILABLE:
Thanks to the Endowment Fund for providing FLC magnets, many of which were sold for $1 each. Now, they are FREE at the north entrance and near the narthex. Please put on your car or another place to promote the church.
BUILD COMMUNITY:
Make a resolution to wear your First Lutheran nametag, and keep it on the racks at either the north entrance or in the narthex. Need
a nametag?
Email
lisa@firstlutheran.com
, and it will be put on the oval table near the Community Center about a week after your request.
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COMING SOON
SOUPER BOWL FEBRUARY 5:
We'll collect food items for Greensboro Urban Ministry and Food Assistance and financial donations for the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. Stay tuned for details.
NEW BEGINNINGS CLASS:
Explore a deeper connection to First Lutheran 10-11 a.m. on Sundays Jan. 29, Feb. 5 and February 12 (optional) in the parlor near the traditional worship space. Pastor Jay will lead the first session on the mission of the church and will answer questions about First Lutheran or other topics. Frank Moore, a staff person, will lead the second session on the ministries of the church. Feb. 12 is the joining date at the service of your choice, and the group will meet from 10-11 a.m. for a tour of the church. Questions? Contact either Pastor Jay or Frank,
jay@firstlutheran.com
,
frank@firstlutheran.com
, 336-292-9125.
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First Lutheran seeks to increase support of the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. During Christmas, at least $700 was given to buy chicks, goats and to provide other needs. Below is a note from the ELCA World Hunger Team to First Lutheran members and guests.
Dear First Lutheran Church,
Thank you for your generous support of ELCA World Hunger. Your leadership in this work of our church makes a difference for families and communities in need. Blessings to you as you continue to love God's call to love our neighbor.
The ELCA World Hunger Team
The next time we are helping to fight hunger locally and globally is
Feb. 5 during the Souper Bowl (see above). Please bring food for Greensboro Urban Ministry and Food Assistance. Financial donations will go ELCA World Hunger Appeal.
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