In this week's E-Herald edition:

  • Scripture for this upcoming Sunday
  • Stressed Out! an Adult Bible Study
  • Summer Camp opportunities
  • BLAST OFF! with VBS
  • Birthdays for the upcoming week
Easter initiates a new day.
It anticipates a new heaven and a new earth. The risen Lord is making all things new. In the mystery of holy baptism God has made new people of us. Today the Lord Jesus invites us to see everyone in a new light—through the lens of love. Jesus gives a new commandment: Love one another as I have loved you
Scripture readings for this Sunday
(click on the link to read):

Acts 11:1-18   •   Psalm 148
Bag of Wonders Returns
A congregational favorite, the BAG OF WONDERS , will be back from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend!

We call it the Bag of Wonders because we wonder what's in the bag. For the children's sermon each week a boy or girl from the previous week will bring in one item from home and Pastor Aaron will have to make up a theologically and child appropriate children's sermon based on whatever is in the bag!

The Rules:
  • What is in the bag cannot be living or used to be living.
  • Please know if you will be coming to the same service time the following week
  • Parents may guide their children but the child has the ultimate choice as to what goes in the bag, following the rules of course.
Information Changes
If you have moved, changed phone numbers, had a child, or haven't filled out the church office membership form, please fill out the following form and forward to the church office. The information may also be filled out on our database, ICON system at Advent's WebPage Link
Advent Trip to Holy Land
March 17-26, 2020
Pastor Aaron invites you to journey to the Holy Land for the spiritual experience of a lifetime, where every page of the Bible comes alive! Walk where Jesus walked... sail on the Sea of Galilee... visit Capernaum and the Mount of Beatitudes, site of the “Sermon on the Mount” and where Jesus chose his Twelve Apostles...climb the Mount of Olives and view the Old City of Jerusalem... walk the Via Dolorosa...pray in the Garden of Gethsemane...see the Upper Room, traditional site of the Last Supper…visit Bethlehem and the Church of the Nativity.

Click on the button below to see the p roposed itinerary, cost, and other details!
Miss a Sermon?
Want to hear one again or share it with someone else?
We are posting sermons from the past Sunday on our website. To hear past sermons or to share them with others go to the link below.

AdventELC has a ministry focused on praying for you in situations and times of need. If you would like us to pray for you, tell us your need or situation by submitting a prayer request.
If you are having an upcoming procedure please let us know so that we can pray for you.
Did you know that Pastor Aaron would love to come and pray with you before your procedure? Click below to let us know!
STRESSED OUT!
an Adult Bible Study
Stress may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it. It may be to blame for that nagging headache, frequent forgetfulness, or your decreased productivity at work. Stress can affect your body, thoughts, feelings, and behavior. But when you learn to recognize common stress symptoms, you can take steps to manage them.

Join us for a time of rest and reflection from 10-10:45 am in the Fellowship Hall on Sunday mornings as Pastor Aaron walks us through the causes of stress and what the Bible and our faith has ways to help.

STEWARDSHIP
WHERE DO MY OFFERINGS GO?
DOES ADVENT LUTHERAN CHURCH TITHE?

Advent Lutheran Church’s Mission Statement is to “Worship God, Follow Jesus, Serve Others, & Make Disciples”. When members of our Community of Faith make a contribution to Advent they give because they believe in the mission of our church. As a member congregation of the Southern Ohio Synod and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Advent shares a portion of its offerings to support the larger mission of the Church in Southern Ohio, the United States & globally. 

While parishioners give in support of a mission – not a budget – they may wonder where those offerings go – what are they used for? Monthly summaries of Advent’s finances are available on our website: adventelc.com. Broadly, Advent’s stewardship of your contributions may be broken down as follows (in thousands based upon the fiscal year ending June 30, 2019 operating budget):
  • Pastoral & Staff Salaries & Benefits               
  • Church Building (Mortgage, Insurance, Utilities, Maintenance)
  • Benevolences (Southern Ohio Synod, Jacob’s Porch, LSS, LOMO)
  • All Other Ministries (Christian Ed, Music Ministries, Outreach) 
$ 189
$ 117

$ 26

$ 62
$ 394 Total
While Advent does not tie its recurring benevolences to a tithe it does contribute approximately seven percent of our operating budget to the Southern Ohio Synod, Jacob’s Porch and other ministry partners such as Lutheran Social Services, Lutheran Outdoor Ministries, St John Lutheran’s Bed Brigade and the Salvation Army’s Loaves & Fish ministry. During FY 19 Advent became a Jacob’s Porch Partner increasing our annual benevolence to them to approximately one percent of our operating budget. Pastor Aaron annually organizes the Super Bowl of Caring on behalf of Lutheran Social Services, which in FY 19 raised approximately $ 1,800 in incremental support for Lutheran Social Services. 

In addition to the benevolences provided for in our operating budget Advent’s Church Council also consistently shares a portion of any undesignated extraordinary gifts by tithing – taking ten percent of these gifts – and offering them to affiliated Lutheran organizations or ministry partners as designated by Church Council. As an example, this year the Church Council tithed ten percent of last June’s Tag Sale earnings to the Thanksgiving In-Gathering on behalf of Lutheran Social Service’s Food Pantries. In addition the Tag Sale Team allocated fifty percent of last June’s Tag Sale earnings to the In Gathering, Youth Camperships, the Bed Brigade and the Salvation Army for its Loaves & Fish Program

Advent’s Stewardship Chairman (Bob Goldie), Council President (Holly Cronau), & Pastor are available to answer any questions you may have. We strive to be good stewards of your generous contributions in support of our mission: Worship God, Follow Jesus, Serve Others, & Make Disciples. 
Youth & Family Corner

On Sunday, May 19 we are asking all willing and able youth and parents to come help get Advent's back yard and brush ready for the summer.
Bring your work gloves and meet us at 5:30-7:30p.
We'll have a bonfire with hotdogs and marshmallows as we start the evening!
Each year we invite everyone to consider going to camp!

For youth K-12 our home camp is Lutheran Memorial Camp (LMC) which is located about 45 min north of Columbus, near Mt. Gilead.

At LMC you can explore woodlands, Alum Creek, ponds and numerous nature trails throughout 400 acres at LMC. There are two retreat facilities, 15 cabins, full food service, swimming pool, outdoor chapel, Low ropes challenge course, Hiking trails, and Bible Study!

Are you an single adult or a family looking for a place apart to disconnect from the world and reconnect with God and loved ones? Family Camp at Camp Luther is a great way to do just that!

Camp Luther is located on 66 wooded acres along the shores of Lake Erie, provides a stunning view with sensational sunsets. There are 35 cabins with restroom facilities, full food service, swimming pool, outdoor chapel, indoor chapel, and hiking trails. In fact, our very own Pastor Aaron Layne will be the chaplin of the camp July 7-13!


CONFIRMATION YOUTH --- Remember you MUST go to camp at least 2 out of the 3 years of our program. We are going to camp June 9-14 at LMC. Register up TODAY by clicking on the button below.
Coming Soon to AdventELC
Special Recognition
This Sunday, May 19, we will be having a special time of Recognition. Our 3rd Graders will receive their Bibles in a tradition that Advent has participated.
Arielle Elise Sanow
Josiah David Sanow
Hailey Faith Welch

Also, being recognized will be the Sunday School Teachers. Be sure to thank them for their hard work and dedication during this past year.

We have several young people that will be High School Graduates. Wish them luck in their future endeavors.
Olivia Bernon
Lizzie Blind
Jackie Kasai
Music Appreciation Sunday
On Sunday, June 9, help us show thanks for the Music Department on Music Appreciation Sunday. Please join us for a reception after both services.
BLAST OFF the SUMMER
at VBS!

One small step for your kids...one giant leap for God's Kingdom!

Blast off with the first VBS to land on the moon! To Mars and Beyond will help children discover the wonders of God's universe.

At AdventELC's VBS children will become Voyagers on a journey through space, exploring where God's power can take them. Beginning in our Assembly area-an outpost on Mars-they'll lift off to distant planets on special missions to collect power sources. Along the way, they'll learn how God walked with heroes of the Bible, and that God is always with them, too. Add to the adventure with out-of-this-world fun, learning, and timeless Bible stories that inspire children to give glory to God, who is able to do far beyond all that we could ask or imagine!

For more information and to register go to AdventELC.org/vbs.