There is a lot of information in this E-Herald edition. Please read to the bottom to stay up to date on everything happening here at AdventELC. It's an exciting time to be the church!

  • See Christ Clearly
  • Israel Trip Meeting
  • Souper Bowl of Caring 2020 Score Update
  • Go-Getters Outing this Wednesday
  • Confirmation Winter Retreat Signup
  • Pastor Aaron and AdventELC featured to church leaders
  • AdventELC Window Clings
4th Sunday after Epiphany
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Who are the blessed ones of God? For Micah, they are those who do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with God. For Paul, they are the ones who find wisdom in the weakness of the cross. For Jesus, they are the poor, the meek, the merciful, the pure in heart, the peacemakers, those who mourn, and those who hunger for righteousness. In baptism we find our blessed identity and calling in this countercultural way of living and serving.

The scripture readings for this week include:


AdventELC's theme for the year is: Seeing Christ Clearly in 2020. We look to direct our attention and energy in two ways: seeing Christ clearly personally and showing Christ clearly to the world.
One of the ways to see Christ clearly is through relationships. Specifically friends.
As we go through different stages of life—entering college, changing jobs, or just growing busy from changing responsibilities—we sometimes lose touch with old friends. Though it is normal for friendships to change with time, we don’t have to give up on a relationship simply because we are in a different stage of life.
Is there a friend you’ve been meaning to check up on? Someone you have been thinking about for a while now but haven’t talked to recently?
As you think about rekindling those relationships, here are a few things to consider.
Last Week's Sermon
Video Meeting Replay Available
Last week those going to Israel in March had a video chat with others from Lord of Life Lutheran who are also going on the trip! Lots of information was shared. To see the meeting go to the group's Facebook page.
Souper Bowl of Caring
Advent's teaming up with
Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio
to help put a tackle on hunger!
Souper Bowl Sunday is THIS SUNDAY!
On February 2 all are welcome to join in some Souper Bowl fun at 9:45 a.m. as we enjoy food and a Family Feud style game!

All of this is to have some fun while gaining those last minute points for your team!

Survey Says...
Possible questions to think about ahead of time include...
  • Tell me something many people do just once a week.
  • Name something you haven't done since high school gym class.
  • Who was the most popular character on the sitcom Friends?

Souper Bowl Sunday First Sunday Fellowship
The Parish Life team is asking you to bring "tailgate foods" for the First Sunday Fellowship between the services. More information to come. See Susan Phillips for more information.

THANK YOU!!!
Pastor Aaron and the Social Concerns Team cannot thank you enough for the congregation-wide support of this ministry. You are showing the love of Jesus to our neighbors in a real, tangible way.

With this last week's push to go you have already given 484 items and $1,908.82 in monetary donations! That's over $7,600 in buying power that you have given to LSS Food Pantries .

Can we get over 500 items and $2,000 in donations to put an exclamation point on our tackle on hunge r? Help make that happen!
Noteworthy News
Photo credit: Bishop Dillahunt
Pastor Aaron and AdventELC featured to church leaders
This past week two major events were happening in Columbus: The All Ohio Synods Rostered Leaders Gathering and the ELCA Communicators Gathering.
Pastor Aaron was a guest speaker to Synod and Churchwide Communication specialists on the use of Social Media in the church.
At the Rostered Leaders Gathering, all three Ohio Synods came together for Bible Study and lectures focused on Evangelism. We looked at models from the Bible, particularly from the Book of Acts, and models being used today. AdventELC was noted twice for our efforts with Free Prayer and Drive-Up Ashes.
Share Your Skills
Attention medically
trained members?

We are putting together a list of members who are willing to administer first aid when the need arises. Please prayerfully consider this opportunity minister. Please contact Holly Cronau or Jean Pontious with questions. You can also give your name to Mary Garland. Thanks for considering this opportunity!!
Go-Getter's Outing
On Wednesday, February 5 at 6:00 p.m., the Go-Getter's will be meeting at Don Tequila Mexican Grill located at 3140 Kingsdale Center in Upper Arlington. Sign up in the Narthex. Any questions please contact S andra Carpenter.
Advent Wi-Fi
Stay connected while at Advent. We now have a new Wi-Fi connection. See any staff member for help in connecting and to get a password.
Is it your time to step up? Have you ever said, "What should I do to help my church"? Can you multi-task? Listen and serve at the same time! Our worship teams only serve one Sunday a month. Just click here ... it is that easy to sign up. We have something for everyone.
Baby Emma is doing better!
Today Pastor Aaron got to hold Emma, a newborn who is precious. She’s got an obstacle to work through, and she’s doing great! Her parents thank you for all your prayers!

Let us pray together:
Almighty God, giver of life and love, bless Adam and Kelly Finch and their newborn child Emma. Thank you for the love and care that Emma is getting from the hospital staff, family, friends, and family of faith at AdventELC. Please bless Emma and hold her in your love. Make her well and fill her with your peace; in Jesus' name. Amen.
Women's Bible Study
Every Picture Can Tell God's Story
What use do you make of the photographs you've taken or received? Have you ever thought of using them as a way to witness to Jesus' saving love and God's power and provision in our lives? The images you've captured through the lens of your camera can tell God's story in a unique, creative, and compelling way.  
Join us as we create "Witness Books" in keeping with the church's theme of seeing God clearly in 2020. We will be using photographs, Bible verses, hymns, prayers and poems. Join us at 10:00 in the church Narthex. Bring your Bible. For more information, call Julie Page 614-519-1014 or Jane Moore 734-735-1216.
Confirmation Winter Retreat
6-8th graders DON'T MISS OUT!

Step out of the church and into the woods for a weekend of hiking, games, crafts, campfires, discovery Bible study and worship!

February 14-16, 2020 for an all inclusive $113.
Get Them While They Are HOT!
While supplies last, pick up your window clings for your cars to "advertise" Advent. Simply look for the AdventELC 2020 Calendar pens in the Narthex baskets and you will also find these window clings.
Feel free to take one for each car and take pride in your church!
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