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Our Mission Statement
We of Joy Lutheran Church foster
grace-filled relationships with Christ
through worship, fellowship, and service.
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The image of the Good Shepherd shows us how the risen Christ brings us to life. It is the relationship between the shepherd and the sheep, one of mutual knowledge and love, that gives the shepherd authority. The shepherd's willingness to lay down his life for the sheep shows his love. First John illustrates what it means to lay down our lives for one another by the example of sharing our wealth with any sister or brother in need.
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From Our Pastor
Christ is Risen! Alleluia! The good news of the resurrection is so evident in the work and ministry of our congregation! God's people at Joy are living into the promise of God's unconditional love and new life. We continue to respond with generosity to help our neighbors: from the overwhelming and greatly appreciated influx of food we gather each month or the Eagle River Food Pantry to the doors we open for 12-Step support groups, Boys Scouts, and other community gatherings. We have donated to help people in developing countries with our "Kids Offering", helping to combat the two leading causes of death among children under 10: Malaria and bad water. The Mosquito Nets and the Water Filters we have purchased help save young lives through the ELCA's Good Gifts program. We are reaching out to our younger Christians and their families through our "Children's Chapel" during worship. We help young kids in our community through our sponsorship of the Joy Child Development Center. In between, the good news is proclaimed and Christ continues to meet us in grace through the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion. Couples prepare to join their lives in marriage, and people come to seek help and words of comfort.
Thank you. You make this happen. Through your faithful, consistent gifts of financial donations, and your time and talents, the mission of God's kingdom is alive and at work among us.
God's blessings as we live into God's Promise together.
Pastor Martin
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Intern Corner
Evangelism Continues!
Our "When and Where" and "Now What" sessions will happen in May.
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Coming Week's Calendar
Sunday,
April 22 |
9:30 AM
11:00 PM
2:00 PM
6:00 PM
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Worship
Adult Bible Study
Theroux Music Student Recital - Sanctuary
Boy Scout Troop 219
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| Monday, April 23 |
6:30 PM
7:00 PM |
Narcotics Anonymous
C/ER Grad Blast Meeting
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Tuesday,
April 24 |
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Narcotics Anonymous - Upper Narthex
Alcoholics Anonymous
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Wed., April 25
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5:30 PM
6:30 PM
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Confirmation Class
Narcotics Anonymous
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Thurs.,
April 26 |
Noon
6:30 PM
7:00 PM |
Narcotics Anonymous - Upper Narthex
Alcoholics Anonymous
"Assemble the Assembly Meal" - Kitchen
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Friday,
April 27 |
11:15 AM
Noon-1:30 PM
6:30 PM
7:30 PM +
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Deliver & Setup Assembly Lunch Food - Central Lutheran
Monitor Assembly Lunch & Cleanup - Central Lutheran
Narcotics Anonymous
ERHS Equality Club Overnight Lock-in - Brause Hall
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Sat.,
April 28 |
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ERHS Equality Club Overnight Lock-in - Brause Hall
Narcotics Anonymous
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Next Week:
Sunday, April 29
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6:00 PM
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Worship
Adult Bible Study
Boy Scout Troop 219
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Weekly Worship Assistant Schedule
Please take a moment to consider serving in one of our
Worship Assistant positions.
Thanks for your service throughout the year!
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If you'd like to send a note of congratulations, Paul's address is:
12812 60th Lane S.
Apt. B-9
Seattle, WA 98178-3537
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Discussion of the Draft Social Statement on Women & Justice
Social Statements help shape teaching points for us in the ELCA and serve as tools for people and congregations for many years. This Social Statement is in process, which means the ELCA is looking for your thoughts and comments. If you would like to learn more about this and be part of the process, I would recommend studying this with
Pastor Julia Seymour on
Saturday, April 21, 9:00AM - Noon at Lutheran Church of Hope,
1847 W. Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage, Alaska 99517.
This is an opportunity to learn:
1) What is a social statement?
2) How is a social statement written?
3) What does a social statement do?
4) What is the draft statement on Women and Justice?
5) How can I comment on this draft statement?
Pastor Martin has one paper copy of the Draft Social Statement, or you can download it from the link below:
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Other Joyful News...
Alaska Synod Assembly
This year's Synod Assembly will be held at Central Lutheran Church in Anchorage (15
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Ave. and Gamble) beginning Friday, April 27, at 2 pm through Sunday, April 29 at noon. Joy will be represented by Lois Lester, Ian Soellers and Pastor Martin. While these three are our official Voting Members, guests are always welcome to attend any of the parts of the Assembly. At this Assembly, we will be electing (or re-electing) a bishop, so people may be interested in that process. A draft of the Assembly schedule is up on the bulletin board in the narthex.
Synod Assembly Meals
Central Lutheran will be our hosts for Synod Assembly. It is customary, however, to ask nearby congregations for help in some areas, especially with meals. Each of the Anchorage and Eagle River/Chugiak ELCA congregations have been asked to help supply one of the meals for Assembly.
We have been asked if we can supply Lunch on Friday, April 27. We need food for about 30-50 people.
There now a sign-up in the narthex for various food that we need for our lunch. We are trying provide a simple, light meal where people can build their own sandwiches or combine the various food in any way they wish. We are trying to provide some Vegetarian and Gluten-Free options as well. There will be water and coffee supplied.
Let's plan on an "Assemble the Assembly Meal" party on
Thursday, April 26th at 7:00PM in the kitchen, where we can set up the platters, cover with wrap, and whatever else we think needs to happen.
Treasures & Tasty Treats Fundraiser -
Coming May 6
Spring has sprung! It's time to rally together for another potluck and fundraising auction at Joy before we start going different directions for summer.
Join in on May 6 with a contribution of food and one of your treasures. Are you crafty? Do you have time or talents to offer someone? Maybe you're in the market for something?
++ Auction items can be brought to church on Sunday morning May 6, dropped at the office between Monday, April 30 - Thursday, May 3, or by special appointment with Pr. Martin. (The office will be closed Friday, May 4.)
On Sunday morning we'll enjoy our repast after worship, all the while trying to outbid one another on the item (or items?) we have our eye on. Cash, check or charge will all be accepted forms of payment.
"For where your treasure is, there also is your heart." Matthew 6:21
Other Ordination News
Our previous Intern, Melissa Johnson has received a call from
St Paul Lutheran in Winlock, Washington. Melissa will be ordained into the ministry of Word and Sacrament on Sunday, June 17th at St. Paul. Winlock is a small community about 45 minutes south of Olympia, Washington. St. Paul's website is:
Mikah Meyer at Worship on June 24th
Join NPR featured guest speaker/National Cathedral countertenor singer, Mikah Meyer, as he shares about his world record, 3-year road trip to all 417 National Park Service sites, how being a Lutheran pastor's kid inspired it, and the huge, unique role Alaska plays (*hint, it has to do with bush planes!).
Mikah has been living in a cargo van while traveling across the U.S. for the past 26 months becoming the youngest person to visit the entirety of the National Park System--using the media and platform to share a message of carpe diem, hope, and acceptance for LGBT Christians. To keep this project going, he "sings for his supper" and receives donations to fuel him to the next park. Come hear him speak/sing, learn more about his ministry, and ask your questions in person.
Mikah is the son of Pastor Martin's Internship Supervisor, Larry Meyer
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The Joy of Reading Book Club
The Joy of Reading Book Club meets on the 3rd Monday of every month around 6:30 PM. Everyone is invited to come join us for a light dinner, plus fun and lively book discussion.
Our next meeting will be May 21st at the home of Mona Mitton. The book is -
The Origin
by Dan Brown. (I know! Book Club is reading Dan Brown!)
Our 8th anniversary party is coming up! The book club/ celebration will be Friday night, June 8th
at the beautiful Willow lake home of Gerry Norene. The book is Women in the Castle by Jessica Shattuck. For those who can stay overnight the celebration will continue at breakfast the next morning.
No Book Club in July, as we are out and about enjoying those great Alaskan summer days!
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STAY CONNECTED:
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Joy Lutheran Church
10111 E. Eagle River Loop Rd.
Eagle River, AK
907-694-9601
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