October 18, 2018
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God’s Word is a Lamp
‘Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.’ Psalm 119:105 NIV
School libraries are a great place to find books that cover a myriad of topics. Students are able to search for just the right book during ‘library time’. Some books send their imaginations on an adventure while others assist with research that is being done. Books assist in opening up the work to the children.

A library that highlights Bible Story books and various translations of God’s Word offers children the ‘lamp’ to guide their feet as they grow and walk on the path God has set them on. We are all sinners and daily step off the path God has placed us on. However, we receive the forgiveness of sins as we confess and believe that God takes our sins away. Jesus won the victory and we are His redeemed children.
As our schools support families in the education and nurture of their children, may we always remember that God’s Word is our lamp. It lights the path He has placed us on.


Serving the Master Teacher,
Lois

Discussion Questions:
  1. How can you highlight Bible Story books in your school library?
  2. What would a library bulletin board look like that highlights God’s Word as a lamp?

For use in staff meetings, print devotion and discussion questions.
Here are the latest opportunities to strengthen
your faith and connect with the community.
CONFERENCES - MEETINGS - EVENTS
Mission Experience - You're Invited
President Allan R. Buss invites you to be a part of Mission Experience!

Our New Starts…New Believers Benefit Dinner is changing its course to enable you to more actively experience how our congregations are connecting
with people in their communities.
An exciting piece of the event is being uplifted and uplifting others.
We are in this together!

Sunday, November 4 in Arlington Heights or November 11 in Naperville

  • Fellowship with different congregation members
  • Meet congregation members who are building community relationships
  • Learn how you can serve and love others in a new context
  • Hear how the Holy Spirit has changed lives
  • Impact the way your congregation lives your missions
  • Make a difference with your support

For more information and to register, visit nidlcms.org/mission-experience.
Early Childhood Network Meetings
The November focus will be Student Assessments and Portfolios. For details on dates, times and locations for the two regional meetings print this years’ program brochure.
The East Region will meet on Wednesday, November 14 at Trinity Lutheran School, 405 S. Rush Street, Roselle from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.The West Region will meet on Thursday, November 29 at Concordia Lutheran School, 7424 N. 2nd Street, Machesney Park from 4:30p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

There is also an Early Childhood blog you may be interested in at preschooldirectors.blogspot.com.
RESOURCES
Hearts for Jesus
The mission outreach chosen for ‘Hearts for Jesus’ for the 2018-2019 school year is ‘Rebecca’s Garden of Hope’. This is a recognized RSO of the LCMS. This RSO reaches out to children with tutoring and mentoring services as they share the love of Jesus.
Please prayerfully consider including ‘Rebecca’s Garden of Hope’ as one of your chapel focuses during this school year. All offerings for the program should be sent to the NID Office and a check will sent on behalf of the District. To learn more on your own visit rebeccasgardenofhope.org.
Tax Exempt Certificates
The new Illinois State tax exempt certificates have arrived at the LCMS Northern Illinois District Office. These are valid through October 1, 2023. We have already sent them via email to your church office, school administrator and/or parish administrator. If you need a copy, please seek them.
 
It is important to monitor the use of these certificates strictly for authorized purchases related to your church or school. If you have any questions regarding use of the certificates, or if you did not receive your copy, please have your church office, school administrator or parish administrator email Karen Eggersdorfer or call 708-223-3108.
LEA Articles
Visit www.lea.org to find some great articles. You may find the following suggestions helpful:
‘Fix Contentious Parent-Teacher Conference in These 6 Steps’ at www.edweek.org.
‘Where Do Leaders Turn for Wisdom?’ at www.biblicalleadership.com.
‘The Why and When of Walkthroughs’ at www.ascd.org.
‘Short-term Missionary Service’ at www.lampministry.org.
News from ISBE
All registered nonpublic school must renew their registration each year in IWAS.
The Student Health and Immunization System is open. Reports are due by November 15. The School Vision Reporting System is open. Reports may be submitted through July, 1, 2019.
Want To Help a Lutheran School Hit By The Hurricanes?
A website to connect your school with those affected by the recent Hurricanes has been established by the National School office. Visit schooltoschool.lcms.org to connect with a school in Florida or Houston.
Would You Like To Know 150 LCMS Lawyers?
Check out this link to the Lutheran Legal League at youtube.com/watch?v=H2RMxjMWeic
Synod Statistical Reports Due November 1
You should have recently received a letter and email to complete your Annual Statistical Report. It provides a password unique to your school for completion on line. Print the attached resources for more information: School Statistics Letter School Statistics Form
NLSA National Office Fees Were Due October 1
The national NLSA annual fee was due October 1 to St Louis. You should have received an invoice. If not, contact the National office directly at 314-965-9000.
CHURCH WORKER UPDATES
Inform Lois of Staff Changes
Please send your staff changes to lois.stewart@nidlcms.org. This includes: vacancies and Calls received, accepted and declined. We do not always know or hear of these without your quick email. Thank you.
Have You Installed Any New Teachers Lately?
If this school year brought you any Called teachers who were newly installed to your school, please email Lois to make sure all of the proper paperwork has been completed.
FROM THE DISTRICT OFFICE 

Church Workers:
Update Your Contact Information Online . All rostered and non-rostered church workers are asked to please update their NID contact information when there is a change of email, address, phone, etc., or if new in the district.

PARTNERS IN MINISTRY
Lutheran Church Extension Fund
For Information on LCEF contact Vanda Toner at 708-223-3117 or Vanda.Toner@lcef.org. Facebook.com/lcef.nid
LCMS Northern Illinois District
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Phone 888-708-LCMS
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