GLC - - - Connects!
December 23, 2020
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Tonight!
Advent Meditation
Wednesday, December 23 @ 8 pm
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We will be celebrating Holy Communion as part of the Christmas Eve service. Prepackaged elements (a host and grape juice) have been mailed to the homes of many members and friends. If you do not receive yours, you may pick some up at the church. Contact Pastor Trudy with the number of elements you need. You can also provide your own bread and wine in your home.
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Our service will premiere on our YouTube channel on Christmas Eve @ noon. You can watch it then, or anytime after.
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Christmas is not cancelled! It won't be the same, but it sure will be more true to what we find in the story of the birth of Jesus. Isolation, unprecedented challenges, politics at play in the midst of God's plan. Perhaps this year, more than others, we will see clearly the incredible love of God willing to come from heaven to earth to join us. Glory to God in the highest!
God of love, peace, joy and hope, we come with hearts bursting with sadness for our world and with love for the gift of your son, Jesus. Help us to live out of your love to bring peace, joy and hope to the world. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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We're coming to the CLOSE of our GLC Virtual Advent Calendar, but you can still OPEN the videos anytime! It's been a truly meaningful way to stay grounded in faith and connected to each other during this season of Advent. We so appreciate Vicar Amber's work on this project and all of the GLCers who participated. Thank you!
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WONDERING...
REAL QUESTIONS FROM REAL PEOPLE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT GLC
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How can I keep my focus on Jesus in this season? The simplest answer is to work at keeping our focus on Jesus during the rest of the year— when things get busy and so many things demand our attention. Jesus has the power to challenge us to grow, to do things we would rather not do, to go places we would rather not go- and most of His answers for us are far from tidy. As we contemplate resolutions for the next year, let's make the first one to pray for the strength to take one small risk to follow Jesus each day.
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UPCOMING SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES |
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Vicar Amber's Message - December 27 |
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“Lord you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word. For my eyes have seen your salvation…” says Simeon as he cradles the Christ child in his arms. The prophet Anna leans over his shoulder and speaks bold words of praise to God for fulfilling his promise. After waiting for so long, these two elders take their time to adore Jesus, the answer to their prayers and the proclamation of prophets long before them. We have this same opportunity as Christ is born anew this Christmas.
Gracious Lord of all, you entered our likeness to save us from our sin. We praise you for the gift of your very self, for the sake of all living beings. In Jesus’ name, Amen
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**No Sunday School December 27 or January 3** |
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Pastor Trudy's Message - January 3 |
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Twelve year old Jesus gets lost! Well, not from his perspective, but his parents certainly think so. After going to Jerusalem for the Passover, they realize Jesus isn't in the crowd returning home. He has stayed with the teachers in the Temple, learning and teaching. And everyone is amazed, just as we have been at the story of Jesus' birth. As Jesus becomes an adult, the amazement turns to anger, even the desire to kill him. Let's resolve to remember our amazement when Jesus' teachings challenge us.
God, it is so easy to receive the infant Jesus- how wise you were to send Him in a way we could receive Him! Help us also to accept the challenge and wisdom of His teaching. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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**No e-news next week**
Keep your copy handy so you can link to the worship materials and services or visit our website: www.genevalutheran.org
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Year end donations can be mailed before December 31 or dropped off at the church between 10 am - 2 pm on Thursday, December 31. Perry Erhart (630-927-4907) will be here to receive your donations and answer any questions. You can also give online anytime! Thank you for your support of ministry through Geneva Lutheran Church. |
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Online Donations - Two Ways to Give! |
TO DONATE WITH A CREDIT/DEBIT CARD: Text 630-528-2407 with a dollar amount
or
Please call Lisa @ 331-248-6699 or send her an email if you have any questions about your donations.
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Thursday, January 7 @ 9:30 am
We're discussing Waking up White by Debby Irving.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank
Wednesday, January 20 @ 9 am
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2021 RESOLUTION GROWING IN FAITH |
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Vicar Amber and Pastor Trudy will dive into some of the central topics of our faith. Scholar or beginner, come for conversation, learning and usually some laughter. All on Zoom.
Thursdays at 7 PM.
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Thursdays at 7:00 pm
January 7
- What is baptism and what does it matter that I'm baptized?
January 14
- What does it mean to be a disciple- and who has time for it?
January 21
January 28
- What does it mean to have 'sabbath'- and who has time for it?
February 4
- What have we learned about being a 'virtual' body of Christ?
February 11
- Fasting for Lent- why does it matter and who has time for it?
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We surround with our prayers the family of Mary Rosenfelder who died on Friday, December 18. Her life will be celebrated on December 27 at Yurs Funeral Home in St. Charles. More information can be found in the obituary.
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Please email Amy Steenson or call (630) 232-0165 if you would like to add a name to the prayer list. Submitted names will remain on the prayer list for two weeks.
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This is a confidential telephone network ministry that intercedes on behalf of those in need by lifting up specific requests, concerns, and emergency situations. To request prayer, please call Sally Harmon (630) 377-0021. |
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Notes from the GLC community |
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Thank you so much for the delivery of a yard sign and beautiful poinsettia on my porch. It was such a nice surprise!
Dawn Hieggelke
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Thank you! How wonderful of you to send me a beautiful prayer shawl! I will treasure it forever!
Love, Joyce Schultz
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Middle schoolers continue their ‘secret santa’ Christmas treat exchange. Christopher Shkutov (6th grade) receives his treat from Forrest Schauer (7th grade).
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Oh what fun! Sunday School Birthday Party for Jesus on Zoom! |
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Tommy Jensen delivers his treat to Declan McCollian, both GLC 8th graders. |
Fa la la la la! Choir Christmas Party on Zoom! |
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Secret Santa Hannah Janis delivering treats to Reese Gimre!
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Olivia Schleyer spreading secret Santa Christmas cheer to a fellow student. |
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Send your pictures of how you are living your #generouslifeinChrist to Margo. Thank you!
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