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We are Advent Lutheran Church. As diverse children of God, we strive to be the embodiment of that which God wants all people on earth to be. We love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength. We love our neighbor as ourselves, and express this love in service to others. By accepting God's gift of grace through our faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, we are reconciled to God forever.
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Worshipping at 10am Sundays
Sunday School Offerings 9-9:45am
Children & Youth ages 4 through 4th grade: Godly Play Room
Grades 5-12 and Confirmation: Wubben-Smith House
Adults: Parlor - DVD and lively, relevant discussion about "Life and Writings of Dietrich Bonhoeffer"
Adults: Campus Center -- January 12 through February 23 -- "Life Together" by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Other Opportunities for Study
Wednesdays beginning January 15, 11:45am, through February 26, room 136 --
"Life Together" by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Sunday, January 19th -- in Campus Cente
r immediately after Worship -- Christian Contemplative Life
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A QUICK LISTING OF SCHEDULED EVENTS AT ADVENT
Details of most events are found in this newsletter (marked with *)
Thursday nights @ 7pm -- YogaFaith in Orinson Hall
Wednesdays through February 19 -- 11:45-12:45 Room 136 -
Lunch & Learn - Bonhoeffer's "Life Together
January 16 - Adventurers January Event - Gathering Space 12 noon *
January 17 - Advent Book Club - Panera University 6pm *
January 19 - Lunch & Learn --
video and discussion of the ELCA's "Apology to people of African Descent" - 11:15-1 in the Gathering Space *
January 19 - Contemplative Practices - Campus Center immediately following Worship
January 21 - Lutheran Men monthly event - 6:30pm Harbor Inn Seafood *
January 25 - UNCC basketball @ 4pm followed by chili supper at 6pm at church *
January 25 - June & Mabel Porter Annual Chili Supper - Orinson Hall 6pm
January 26 - Council, Staff, Board Chairs to review Vitality Survey results at 11:45am in Orinson
January 28 - Micah 6:8 (Social Justice) small group - Parlor 7pm (meeting date corrected from last week's notice)
January 28 -- Theology on Tap at Armored Cow Brewery, 7pm *
February 1 - Saturday morning YogaFaith starts in Orinson at 10am - ongoing *
February 2 -- Semi-annual Congregational Meeting following Worship
February 2 - Kids for Christ and Route56 groups meet after worship
February 6-9 - Storytelling Event at Advent and Cross and Crown *
February 29 - Snow tubing for youth - rescheduled from January 11 *
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NEW NEWS FROM ADVENT
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THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, JANUARY 20 IN RECOGNITION OF THE BIRTHDAY OF MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
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JOIN US FOR THE ADVENT LUTHERAN MEN MONTHLY GATHERING
The monthly dinner meeting of the Advent Lutheran Men will be held January 21 at 6:30pm at the Harbor Inn Seafood Restaurant (8805 University E Dr, Charlotte, NC 28213). All men (young and older) are welcome to attend. Meal cost for first time attendees is paid by the men's group. For more information see Joe Palumbo, Russ McKittrick, Gerry Osborne, or Keith Wassum.
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LAST DAY TO PURCHASE TICKETS TO ADVENT DOUBLEHEADER!!
 See Keith Wassum no later than Sunday, January 19, if you still need to purchase your tickets to
the annual LMM basketball outing at UNCC on Saturday, 25, at 4pm. The game will be followed by the Ju
ne and Mable Porter Chili Dinner at Advent.
Keith will be in the Gathering Space before and after service on the 19th. You may also call him at 704-597-1174.
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ONCE UPON A CHRISMON TREE
 Before we get too far past the season of Advent, let's take a 
moment to more deeply appreciate our Chrismon Tree. A little history: The first ever Chrismon Tree was developed in 1957 by Frances Kipps Spencer of Ascension Lutheran Church in Danville, VA. The word Chrismon is a combination of the words "Christ" and Monogram." All ornaments are of a religious nature and must be handmade in gold, pearl, or clear crystal colors. It didn't take long for Lutheran churches everywhere to create their own Chrismon Trees, which led to their eventual spread to other denominations all over the world.
 Though the date of Advent's first Chrismon Tree remains undiscovered, studying Jubilee information yielded this tidbit: "New Chrismons were made in 1975." Through the years various people, including ever-crafty Lynn McKittrick, have participated in the making of Chrismons for Advent, but the most prolific worker has been Carol DiRe. She keeps files of the patterns of Chrismons she's completed, saying there are 100's of them. Carol knows everything there is to know about these beautiful Christian symbols which are sold only in kit form and copyrighted; no one can sell them except Rufty's Chrismon Shop in Salisbury, which worked with the above-mentioned Mrs. Spencer to supply the original Chrismon patterns. In spite of health concerns, Carol continues to make both tree ornaments and figures to display on a table, such as a Nativity scene and Jonah in the whale. She keeps her own Chrismon Tree up year-round to quietly reflect in its message of peace. Next year let's really gaze at our tree and think of the loving hands that contributed to its beauty! Thank you, Carol!
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CALLING WILD WOMEN!
 Several women from Advent are attending Wild Women's Weekend at Lutheridge in Arden, NC on Feb. 7-9, and - very unusual- there are still openings!
Programming starts at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and ends with brunch on Sunday . This year's Bible study focuses on the "I AM" statements of Jesus from a feminine perspective. Saturday afternoon is free to just relax, walk trails at Lutheridge or explore the Asheville area. Full weekend cost is $229. Contact Wild Woman Abby Bostian (
abostian08@gmail.com) or Wild Woman Sarah Sue Hardinger if you are interested in becoming a Wild Woman!
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REPEATING NEWS... IN CASE YOU MISSED IT BEFORE!!!!
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ANNUAL CHILI DINNER 6PM ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 25TH 
One of Advent's oldest traditions continues on January
25
, as we host the Mabel and June Porter Chili Dinner starting at 6 p.m. in Orinson Hall. If you are attending
the
UNCC basketball game, dinner will be ready - just drop by after the game for a bowl
(or two)
of hot delicious chili. If you're not going to the game, join us at 6 p.m.
Pat Kelly is our cook, and all donations this year will go to our Room in the Inn ministry, which provides a place for our homeless neighbors to sleep every Monday night December through March. Caroline Grubb is coordinator of this ministry, a collaborative effort among Advent, St. Thomas Aquinas, Newell Presbyterian and Harrisburg Methodist churches. Checks may be written to Advent Lutheran, memo "Chili Dinner."
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ADVENTURERS MEETS ON JANUARY 16
Our Adventurers' gathering will be Thursday, January 16, at 12 noon in the Gathering Space. All food will be provided so there is no need for anyone to bring anything. In addition to fellowship, devotions, and Communion, Seth Horton, grandson of Leo Peeler, will talk with us about senior scams which are rampant. We hope you will make plans to attend. It promises to be an interesting program as there are so many scams out and they keep getting more sophisticated. Come and bring friends!
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You've heard about it and now it's almost here! See the flyer below. All congregational members are invited to participate in the Storytelling Event either by registering as a participant or attending the sharing of the stories on February 6th at Advent. To register as a full participant, see Pastor Ward or Carol Schierlmann.
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Check this out!!! A "Sign-up Genius" page has been set up for slots for upcoming Room In The Inn nights. Please bookmark this page so you can regularly check for what isn't covered for upcoming weeks and sign up if you are available. Here is the link:
Need for January 20 -- Sleepover person
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LUNCH & LEARN IN HONOR OF MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, the Social Ministry board is hosting a Lunch and Learn on January 19 immediately after worship to view the video of the ELCA's recent "Apology to People of African Descent" which took place June 2019. We will view the video and allow time for reflection and group discussion, facilitated by Lenore Watson. RSVP not required but requested to
dwassum@bellsouth.net to assure plenty of food!
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YOGA-FAITH NEW OFFERINGS
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SUPER SOUP FOR JANUARY
Winter chills have us heading to the soup bowl for warmth and hearty nourishment. When you're stocking up on your favorite canned soups, please remember to bring a few for the Food Pantry. The pop-top types are especially welcomed by those who might have access to a microwave but no can opener.
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Members are encouraged to utilize the grassy area behind the church on Sunday morning, if possible, in order to free up spaces in the parking lot for visitors. Please park straight in on the grass in a single row and ensure your car is completely out of the roadway.
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he church office will be open 10 hours a day, Monday through Thursday and closed on Fridays.
Making plans for an event at Advent, are you the leader of a small group or ministry leader with monthly meetings? Whatever the event or gathering, be sure to let the church office know the date, time, and room or space. Doing so is a big help in keeping the church online calendar current while communicating Advent activities and avoiding the possible mishap of overbooking a particular area. Call us at 704-549-1555 or email Harriett
(
churchadministrator@adventlu.org
)
or Pam
CHURCH AND WUBBEN SMITH HOUSE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Please be sure to return thermostats to the proper setting when leaving the building. This is especially important when using one of the classrooms heated or cooled by the remote-controlled wall units.
ELECTRONIC 'GIVERS' PARTICIPATE IN WORSHIP
Electronic givers can find special cards in the pews that can be used when the offering plate is passed if desired. .
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Worship Schedule for January 19th
2nd Sunday of Epiphany
Lesson: Isaiah 649:1-7 Gospel: John 1:29-42
Lay Assistant
Lenore Watson
Usher Captain
Ed Efird
Reader
Debra Efird
Greeters
Tim Caldwell & Barb Blish
Acolytes
Donavan Hankins & Ashley Watson
Altar Guild
Tanya DeGrace & Lynn McKittrick
Counters
Keith & Diane Wassum
Bread
Jennifer Frisina
Worship Schedule for January 26th
3rd Sunday of Epiphany
Lesson: Isaiah 9:1-4 Gospel: Matthew 4:12-23
Lay Assistant
John Lewis
Usher Captain
Abby Bostian
Greeters
Jon Eklund & Connie Searing
Acolytes
Michael Goerke & James Hebert
Altar Guild
Velia Watson & Susan Hartsell
Counters
Pam Rhynes & Tanya DeGrace
Bread
Diane Jowers
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Quick Links
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Spiritual Development
Come and join the Advent Book Club. Meeting at
6pm
at University Panera on dates specified. All are welcome. Contact Jennie Henderson (
jhendersonfit@gmail.com
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January 17 -- "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett
February 14 -- "Educated: A Memoir" by Tara Westover
March 13 -- "Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman
April 17 -- "The Soul of an American President: The Untold Story of Dwight D. Eisenhower's Faith" by Alan Sears.
May 15 -- TBD (a classic ... suggestions are welcome)
June 12 -- "endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery" by Scott Kelly
YOGAFAItH
YOGAFAItH
has a new instructor and a new offering! Thursday
night classes have resumed in the gym at 7pm. Beginning February 1st, a Saturday morning class will be held at 10am. Our instructor will be Darlene Kendrick. New people are invited to join at any time. Just show up with a mat and $5!
PRAYER AND MEDITATION OF THE DAY
If you are interested in receiving short daily prayer and devotions, please email
spiritualdev@adventlu.org
with the name, cell phone# and email or you may sign up online at
www.adventlu.org
under the Prayer of the Day tab.
ADVENT PODCAST UPDATE
There are 3 Radical Love podcasts available. Please take some quiet time to listen to these messages that have been created as a labor of love from your Spiritual Development and Worship Teams. You can find a link to the podcasts on the website or you can access via ITunes or your podcast app on android phones. Feedback is welcome.
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Nurture, Support & Fellowship
ADVENT SMALL GROUPS
"A great way to connect with people"
"I love applying the Bible to my daily life"
For men: What does it mean to be a man in contemporary American society? This group meets one Tuesday night a month in the evening and will discuss current events, read books and consult the ancient texts as they seek each other's wisdom and friendship. Meeting January 21 in Wubben-Smith House, 6:30-8pm. Led by Pastor Ward.
World Wisdom: This group feels called to explore what it means to be part of the whole human race. For this fall they plan to work together to bring comfort and welcome to immigrants who are passing through Charlotte. They will do this with the assembling of snack and hygiene bags. Contacts are Toni Hagerman and Esther Abdel-Hameed.
Theology on Tap: This group meets with new friends from Newell Presbyterian Church monthly at the Armored Cow Brewery in the Sam's University parking lot at 7pm to discuss contemporary topics. Upcoming schedule is as follows: January 28, February 25, March 24, April 28, May 26. Please see Pastor Ward or Carol Schierlmann with questions.
Micah 6:8 Ministry (new name for Social Justice group): This group focuses on issues of racial and social justice. They take advantage of local opportunities to learn about and advocate for social justice. Meeting dates and times are at 7pm on the 4th Tuesday of the month. Beginning book study of "America" Original Sin" by Jim Wallis. Contact is Diane Wassum.
Bible in Action: This group will study the Bible together utilizing many different platforms. Contact is Pastor Ward.
COMMUNICATE AND CONNECT:
Join the closed "Advent Friends" Facebook group to stay abreast of events and see photos.
If you would like to receive occasional important Advent news via text message on your phone, please text 'Advent' to 96362 or scan the QR code on the notices posted around the building.
(Please note: you must be at least 16 years of age to participate in the program. You may receive up to five (5) text messages per month for which you may be charged by your mobile phone carrier. You may opt out of this service at any time by texting 'stop' to 96362 or by emailing
churchadministrator@adventlu.org
USE "SMILE" WHEN SHOPPING ON AMAZON.COM
Don't forget - when shopping on Amazon, access the site through
http://smile.amazon.com/ch/56-1182420 , and simply do all of your Amazon on-line ordering through Smile.Amazon. Amazon will donate 0.5% of what you buy to Advent - not much, but if you're shopping anyway with Amazon, why not use Smile. Every penny will be used in service to God and His people.
BENEFIT ADVENTURE PRESCHOOL
If you shop at Harris-Teeter, be sure your VIC card is linked to our Adventure PreSchool ... we are group #5494.
GIVING ENVELOPES IN THE PEWS
Advent appreciates all gifts, but we also want to give credit where credit is due! If you give cash using the blank envelopes in the pews, please put your name on the envelope so we can properly record your donation. If you want part or all of your gift to go to any special fund other than the General Fund, please note that on the envelope also.
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Outreach
USING YOUR VOICE TO SHAPE LEGISLATION
In our world of constant turmoil, we as Lutherans may be assisted in our mission to follow Christ by studying the ELCA's guidance on "Addressing Social Concerns".
As Scripture teaches, faith is active in love, and love calls for justice in the relationships and structures of society. Our grateful response to God's love and grace motivates us to live lives that demonstrate our responsibility for the well-being of society, communities and the environment.
In response to the ELCA call for working for social justice our Advent Social Ministry Board is expanding our mission to more intentionally support our congregation and our community in addressing social justice issues. We now have a small group dedicated to that initiative called Micah 6:8. If you are interested in getting regular updates on what's going on with social ministry/social justice initiatives in our church and in our community please join our AAA Google Group (Advent Advocacy Activities). You can join the Google Group by contacting Shannon Homesley at
ShannonHomesley@gmail.com .
If you wish to financially aid those devastated by hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, or other natural disasters, Lutheran Disaster Response will directly reach the victims. To donate, make your donation payable to Advent with disaster relief in the memo line, and we will send your contribution in with any others received.
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Youth at Advent
Sunday School -- Sundays 9am-9:45am
To stay "in the know" about our Youth, please join our new Remind App by signing up here:
UPCOMING YOUTH EVENTS
(reschedule from January 11th)
OUR MILESTONE AND YOUTH GROUPS AT ADVENT
KIDS 4 CHRIST
The Kids 4 Christ youth group is for children Kindergarten through 4th grade. This group celebrates several milestones, including First Communion and Blessing of the Backpacks. We meet once a month on the first Sunday immediately after worship for lunch, fellowship, and Bible study. Sunday School for this group meets in the Godly Play Room from 9-9:45 each Sunday.
MIDDLE SCHOOL/Route 56
The Middle School youth group is for youth 5th and 6th grade and prepares students for entering confirmation. We celebrate our Mission and Service Milestone. This group also meets once a month on the first Sunday immediately after worship for lunch, fellowship, and Bible study. Mission work and BYG-er camp is included with this group. Sunday School for this group meets in the Wubben Smith House from 9-9:45 each Sunday.
CONFIRMATION
This group meets throughout the year for two consecutive years as they learn about what it means to be a Christian and a Lutheran. They explore the Bible, Christian history and faith development. Sunday School for this group meets in the Wubben Smith House from 9-9:45 each Sunday.
HIGH SCHOOL
This group ranges from fellowship to mission trips. We have a dynamic schedule to accommodate busy high school students grades 9
th
-12
th
. Sunday School for this group meets in the Wubben Smith House from 9-9:45 each Sunday.
SALTY SUNDAYS
For 6th grades through 12th grade -- This group meets at the church 2 Sundays each month following worship for fellowship, fun, and study.
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Prayers Requested
Before adding someone to our prayers, please be sure you have the person's permission. Please let us know when prayers may no longer be needed. Names will be removed from the list after two months unless updates are received. An asterisk (*) after a name means an update is needed. Please contact the church office with updates (
officeadm@adventlu.org or
churchadministrator@adventlu.org)
Illness or Other Needs
Bill Aldred, friend Marylou & Dick Kuklentz
Josh Baker, nephew of Abby Bostian
Lemont Bell, friend of Gene Reid
Laurie Berger, friend of Harriett Easley
Lauren Bradshaw, friend of Sarah Sue Hardinger
Freddie Bridges, mother of Michelle Hagle
Ida & James Chisolm, members
Freda Christ, member - recovering in NY from fall and pneumonia
Marie Cochran, member
Carol DiRe, member
Angel Duggins, sister to Laurie Stimac's daughter-in-law *
Charliese Eichler, sister of Marylou Kuklentz
Mike Eleazer, father-in-law of the McKittrick's daughter
Eileen Folkerth, mother of Susan Goerke
Vinnie Frisina, member
Jennifer Gazda, member
MaryJo Gouge, friend of Janet Rasmussen
Consuella Harge, friend of Marie Cochran
Chris Jackson,frequent visitor
Jeannie Jones, former Preschool teacher & friend of Marie Cochran
Bill Kirkpatrick, friend of Gene Reid
Dick Kuklentz, member
Waylon Kuklentz, grandson of Dick & Marylou Kuklentz
Richard & Phyllis Lester, parents of Sharon Thrower
Nancy Lowndes, daughter-in-law of Dawn Schaeffer
Ray Matthews, father of Jesse Priser
Justin Mertz, nephew of Diane Jowers
Mertz Family, family of Diane Jowers
Rick Messina, member
Stephen Moeller, son of Joe and Joan Moeller
Dick Moser, the uncle of Sharon Thrower
Charlotte Nodine, Mother-in-law of Sarah Beth Mortensen Nodine
Leo Peeler, member
Chip Priser, member
Barbara Reid, aunt of Susan Lewis
Donald Roth, nephew of Kalvin Roberson
Eric Sanburg, former member
John Sawin, cousin of Carolyn Osborne
Richard Schulz, brother-in-law of Dan & Jan Otolski
Pam Simyon, daughter-in-law of Dick & Mary Lou Kuklentz
Myra Steele, sister-in-law of Jennifer Frisina
Stacy Thompson, cousin of Ed Efird
Daniel Veit, son of Don and Joyce Veit
Herbert Watson, member
Olivia & Benjamin Whaley, infant twins, friends of Ruth & Denny Refsnider *
Beverly Williams, member
Lewis Williams, member
Lisa Williams, member
Renaté Wilson, mother of Tanya DeGrace
Our RITI guests on January 13th:
Melissa, Daniel, Samuel, Melea, Orlando, Stephanie, Annie, Lauryn, Anjewel, Steve, Leroy, Adrienne, Jordan, Shermell
Deaths -- We remember and celebrate the lives of those who have died, especially ....
Gladys Willams, Aunt of Lisa Williams, on January 8
Joan Georg, Mother of Diane Wassum, on January 2
Always keep ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton and NC Synod Bishop Tim Smith in your prayers.
For additions or updates to this listing:
or Harriett Easley at ChurchAdministrator@adventlu.org, or 704-549-1555 ext. 101 or Pam Rhynes at officeadm@adventlu.org ext 103
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