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First Lutheran Church
WEEKLY E-NEWS
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WEEKLY FAITH-LIFT
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The Jesus Story is a cornucopia of metaphors. The image of "fisherman" stands out as the epitome of a disciple. What about people who fish for a living makes them great followers of Jesus who can learn to "fish for people?" (See Matthew 4:12-13, 18-23) Certainly courage, patience, and persistence are qualities that help us invite and welcome others to be part of the Jesus Community, right?
There are also qualities that don't help people who fish. Fishermen and fisherwomen don't depend on academic credentials or scholarly prerequisites. They rely more on inner strength and worry less about outward appearance. Jesus nicknamed James and John "The Sons of Thunder" and he called Simon, "Rocky."
These weren't privileged elites, academic scholars or wealthy power-brokers. They were everyday people, (like us?), who rocked the world, following Jesus' lead.
~ Pastor Jay
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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 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!
+ THIS 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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This 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?"
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WORSHIP
SUNDAY, JANUARY 22
COMMUNION IN
CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP
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CONTEMPORARY WORSHIP
Emily Lemoine
TRADITIONAL WORSHIP
Pastor Jay Hilbinger
Community Worship
1st and 3rd Sundays
See below
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COMMUNITY WORSHIP NEWS
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Join us Sunday, February 5 for the next
Community Worship
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.
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FACEOUT FOR
JANUARY 24
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Tamra Wilson, A Road Scholar from the NC Humanities Council, will present a program on Sara McGuirt, Orphan Train Rider. There was a time in our history when orphaned children were sent out west to be adopted by parents, usually for work rather than children to love. Sara McGuirt was one such child.
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NEW PRAYER GROUP
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A new prayer group is beginning at First Lutheran Church, meeting weekly
on Wednesday
mornings at
10:00 am
(room to be determined) starting
February 1
.
This prayer group will be centered around our weekly prayers for members and friends of our congregation. We will have time for contemplative prayer practices, discussions about prayer, and personal petitions. Please join Pastoral Associate Emily Lemoine for time to connect with God and one another in prayer.
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Always Best Care Senior Services
Job Opening
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Office administrator position available.
Click here for a company overview and job description.
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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:
THIS 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: Bring new and gently used twin, full and queen-size sheets/ pillowcases to Frank Moore's office for The Barnabas Network, which provides household items/furniture to families in need. 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. Sign-up sheets in the Community Center. Details: Colette Gibson, hornung107@triad.rr.com, 336-856-7481.
- YWCA FAMILY SHELTER: Please put the following items in a box near library: Diapers and pull-ups (sizes 4-6), 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.
- WOMEN'S SHELTER: Offer a helping hand January-March to serve a meal at the 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. Also, coats for Hunter Elementary (ages 5-10, sizes 4/6 to 14/16) have been requested.
- A SIMPLE GESTURE: This food collection done every other month is expanding into High Point and Guilford County. Pick up bags six times a year to fight child hunger; contact asimplegesturegso@gmail.com, Ginny Hultquist or Frank Moore.
- PAPERBACKS: Bring books to Frank Moore's office for Guilford County Jail. Authors such as Patterson, Grisham, Baldacci, Coben, Koontz suggested; mystery/suspense suggested.
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KEEP UP WITH CAROLINE:
Read about Caroline Mize's adventures in Daventry, England, as she hits the halfway point of her year with the ELCA's Young Adults in Global Mission.
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.
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NEW BEGINNINGS CLASS:
Explore a deeper connection to FLC 10-11 a.m. on Sundays Jan. 29, Feb. 5, Feb. 12 (optional) in the parlor near the traditional worship space. Pastor Jay will lead the first session on the mission of the church. 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; the group meets 10-11 a.m. for a tour. Contact Pastor Jay or Frank,
jay@firstlutheran.com
,
frank@firstlutheran.com
, 336-292-9125.
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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
First Lutheran has joined with others in the community who are concerned about people struggling to move from homelessness to housing by providing TPS (Toilet paper, Paper towels and Soap) boxes to about 150 households - 12-15 boxes monthly. Each box contains 24 rolls of toilet paper, 6 rolls of paper towels, 52 ounces of dish detergent, 250 ounces of laundry detergent and 10 bars of soap. Listen to this story from Ann Shaw, a community volunteer who coordinates the program. Want to help? Contact Ann,
annemma62@gmail.com.
IN TWO WEEKS!
SOUPER BOWL FEBRUARY 5:
We'll collect food items for Greensboro Urban Ministry and Foo
d Assistance and financial donations for the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. Children, youth and adults are invited to stand at various church entrances; contact Jennifer Bingaman or Bonnie Meyer,
jennifer@firstlutheran.com
,
jennifer@firstlutheran.com
. Please wear football jerseys or cheerleading outfits. WE NEED HELMETS! Please bring to Frank Moore's office by Jan. 29.
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