My Atonement Community
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News & Information
Dear Friends,

Last spring, Atonement embarked on the “Yes, and…” Capital Appeal to reduce debt and update the sanctuary while designating a portion of appeal funds to new ministries outside Atonement. Although short of our ambitious goal, Atonement members and friends answered the call and pledged a signific ant $1.8 million to the appeal.

Here is an update on what is happening with the net committe d funds :

  • $180,000 will be dedicated to outreach projects. Pastor Charisse and a team of volunteers are beginning to identify potential ministry options.
  • $1,250,000 will be applied to Debt Reduction. The Atonement Board already applied $300,000 toward debt in June, which reduced our monthly payments by almost $2,000. We will be making another lump sum payment this December as well.
  • $300,000 will be applied to sanctuary updates. (Yes, the ceiling will be repaired soon!)

THANK YOU for making the “Yes, and…” appeal a success. If you have already made a commitment to the appeal, we look forward to working with you as you fulfill your commitment. Contact Dawn Patten in the church office if you have an y questions about the process. If you haven’t yet participated in th e appeal, there is still time! We invite you to be a part of t his faith-building experience. Commitment cards are available in the pe ws or from the church office.

This Sunday we will celebrate God’s gracious abundance in the Gathering Place between services. Stop by for cookies and coffee.

In Christ’s service,
Jennie and Sam Kramer
Kristin and Kyle Powal
“Yes, and…” Capital Appeal Leadership Team
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 - 9:15 to 10:30 am in the JAM Room
NEW MEMBERS CLASS
Orientation and introduction to Atonement for prospective new members and transfers from other Lutheran congregations. Mary Williams, our Minister of Community Formation, and one of our pastors will present life within the faith community of Atonement: what to expect from the church, what is expected of you and how to get connected with your new church family.
COMMUNITY MEAL at ATONEMENT
SAVE THE DATE! October 11, 2018

This will be the ten year anniversary of the Community Meal. We will be celebrating with brats and root beer!
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Saturday, September 22 at 4:30 pm
All families are welcome to join us for an afternoon of games, fun and pizza. Bring a salad or dessert to share!

$5 PER PERSON
$20 for 5 OR MORE
FIRST COMMUNION CLASS
Communion preparation class designed for young children and their parent(s). This class will teach about the meaning, the traditions and the practice of Holy Communion. 

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7 - 12 noon to 1 pm in the Gathering Place
Musikgarten begins on October 3, 2018. Classes are Wednesdays, 4:30-5 pm
MUSIKGARTEN
The language of faith and music is nurtured in Musikgarten. Offered for children age 2 and under accompanied by a parent or caregiver, this class will help you bond musically with your child. Register online now!
Register by Friday, September 21
2ND GRADE BIBLE CLASS
All second graders and their parents are invited to join Atonement's Minister of Youth and Family, Jen Bradbury, for a "How to Use Your Bible Class" on Sunday, September 23 from 10:45 - 11:45 am in the Fellowship Hall. This class will be interactive and fun and is designed for both children AND parents to attend together. The following week, on Sunday, September 30, 2nd graders will be presented with a new Bible in worship at the 9:15 am Families in Worship Service.