Connecting at ELC
for January 17, 2020
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Greetings from Pastor Mark |
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To All Gospel Voices of Emmanuel,
This next Sunday, January 17th will be our observance of Sanctity of Life Sunday with Lutherans for Life and the Miami Valley Women’s Center. Tojuan Minus, the Miami Valley Women’s Center Director at the North Location will be sharing a special Missional Moment.
The “One Another’s” Sermon Series will focus on “Be Kind and Compassionate with One Another,” based on Ephesians 4:25-32. Please take a few moments to read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest these words that remain applicable to our lives so many years after the Apostle Paul wrote them to the Church of Ephesus. While the world seems so occupied with being kind, we believe that biblical kindness can only flow from the work and Word of God in our lives. I believe that kindness and compassion are much needed to address the life issues we face as Christians and the Christian Church.
Please see all links that are provided and give special consideration to this being a Drive Through Holy Communion Sunday for anyone desiring to receive The Lord’s Supper from 10:15-10:45 p.m.
By now you will also know of the call to action from the Pastor and Elders for an Emmanuel 24 Hour Prayer Vigil from Noon, Tuesday, January 19th to Noon, Wednesday, January 20th. Please get you and your family signed up for a 30 minute prayer time slot! Our prayers as Christians and Christian Churches is vitally important for us to be the light and salt needed in our nation. Our prayers include the peaceful transfer of power, protection for all public servants, and for all Christians to be people of prayer and faithfulness to our country and neighbors.
Your Fellow Gospel Voice,
Pastor Mark
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SUNDAY WORSHIP
LIVE-STREAM
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Click the photo above to go directly to our Live Stream page. You can pull up the Live Stream on your phone, tablet or computer! Worship wherever you are!
Sundays at 8:00 am & 11:00 am
Worship at home or here at Emmanuel!
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Click the photo link above to be connected to our online giving!
New giving options have been added recently!
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Connection Card
If you attended or watched the live stream or the recording of our service, please make sure that you fill out the digital Connection Card so that we know you worshiped with us. Stay Connected with Us. Click our Logo on the right to be taken directly to the Connection Card.
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Bulletins & Prayer List
Digital versions of the bulletins & prayers are provided here as printed bulletins are not currently available for distribution prior to worship services. Please feel free to print out copies to bring to services or view the digital versions from your phone or tablet during the service. All service materials are also available to be viewed on the in-service slides.
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Connection Understanding:
"Persons of Peace" - Part 2
In His Word, God presents to us the principle of being alert to those around us that He has already been drawing to Himself. The Spirit of Christ may be providing an opportunity for us to partner with Him in helping them take a "next step" in their knowing and loving Jesus!
How can I recognize "persons of peace"? These people will often:
- welcome me
- invite my friendship
- show curiosity about Jesus
- ask questions about my life as a follower of Jesus
- serve or assist me in some ways
Who do I know that may be acting towards me in one or more of these ways?
If a man of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; but if not, it will return to you. Luke 10:6
Share your stories with Randy Holdeman, ELC Director of Connection Groups, rholdeman@emmanuellc.org.
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More Ways You Can Join in the
"Study of Romans" Adult Bible Class...
We are excited to announce that the Romans Adult Bible class on Sundays from 9:30 to 10:15 is now available through the following 4 ways:
- In-person in the Emmanuel Sanctuary
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Live Streamed on our ELC website
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Live Streamed on our ELC Facebook page
- Interactive participation through Zoom online conferencing:
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Go to http://zoom.us
- Select “Join a Meeting” at the top of the screen
- Enter the Meeting ID: 828 593 5649 and Passcode: 45440
- Mute your microphone unless you want to respond to a question
We have enjoyed a great turnout and have received positive feedback. Please join us this Sunday!
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Here's a simple way YOU can help with Kingdom Kidz!!
At times we get requests for how members can help support our Kingdom Kidz Ministry. We wanted to share that we have created an Amazon Wish List, for items that will keep our ministry thriving as we continue in our Family Style Sunday School classes. There is no obligation, but if you'd like to partner with us in ministry through this way, here are some items that we are planning to purchase as we enter the New Year!
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Altar Flowers
If you wish to honor a special occasion or remember a loved one with a bouquet for the Altar, the sign-up book for Altar Flowers is located at the Connection Center. Suggested donations for floral bouquets are $25.00.
If you do request Altar Flowers, please make sure to have them picked up by Monday afternoon to make sure that the flowers still look beautiful!
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E360 Church Management System Update |
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As we begin a new year, the ELC staff would like to remind you all to take a moment and ensure that your information (name/address/phone/email) is updated in our E360 Church Management System. Click the logo above to go straight to E360.
Having the most up-to-date information in E360 is essential as we use the information for mailings, email notifications, etc. Usernames and initial passwords were emailed out to all congregation members quite a while back. If you need your info resent to you, please click the link below to send an email to communications@emmanuellc.org and we will reset your password and resend the link.
If you have any questions, please let us know. Thank you!
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Position Opening:
ELC Living Praise Worship Leader
Emmanuel’s Worship Ministry Team has an immediate opening for a part-time Living Praise Worship Leader position reporting to the Director of Connection Groups and Worship. You can pick up a paper copy of the position description at the Connecting Center or click on the link below for an electronic version. We are receiving resumes through 1/24/2021 and will be interviewing the week of 1/25. If you are so led, please prayerfully consider submitting your resume and letter of interest electronically to Pastor Mark at mcarlson@emmanuellc.org. You may also submit paper copies by dropping them off in the church office.
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Bad Weather Cancellations
Cancellation of Emmanuel services or activities due to inclement weather will be announced on WHIO TV Channel 7 and on the ELC Facebook page, and sent via call/text/email through e360 (please check that your contact information is correct).
Contact Director of Operations, John Cross, at (937) 434-1798 ext. 105 or via email jcross@emmanuellc.org.
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2021 Offering Envelopes are now available for pick up in the Fellowship Hall. Please note that your box number may have changed in 2021.
If you would like your offering envelope box mailed to you, please contact the church office at (937) 434-1798 or ELC Financial Secretary Frank Welling at (937) 620-1071 or frankwelling@att.net.
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Attendance Report for Sunday, January 10th |
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8:00 am Worship Service
In Person - 63
Online - 130
Adult Discipleship Classes
In Person - 25
Online - 60
Senior High Sunday School
In Person - 5
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11:00 am Worship Service
In Person - 79
Online - 98
Junior High (Confirmation Class)
In Person - 9
Online - 13
Kingdom Kidz Sunday School
In Person - 21
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Please note that Kathy Earley is now duplicating the DVD copies of the services. Requests should be made directly to her. As of now, only the 8:00am service is being recorded. Contact Dave Malas with any special requests.
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Altar flowers for this Sunday, January 17,
were given by the Earley Family in
celebration of Greg Earley's birthday.
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Lutherans for Life "Life Quote"
for 1-17-2021
“Abortion isn’t something happening in another state or county or city. It is happening right in our backyards. And now we know many [who have had abortions] attend churches regularly and are sitting in our church pews looking for answers. May the Lord provide the answers needed to send a message of hope and forgiveness as well as proclaiming abortion to not be in God’s will.” Virginia J. Flo, Minnesota Regional Director & National Conference Director for Lutherans For Life
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