Weekly Word | May 6, 2022 | Issue 39 | |
Bible Study and Group News
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The Caregiver Support Group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 11:00am in the nursery; the next meeting is Thursday, June 2.
Pr. Adam’s Grief Group meets on the second and fourth Friday of the month in the nursery. This group is for those who have experienced loss. The group meets next Friday, May 13, at 1:00pm.
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The Tuesday Morning 10am Women’s Bible Study is meeting again. We are reading the Rachel Held Evans book Faith Unraveled and have just started with the introduction and the first chapter. You can read it for free on Kindle Unlimited right now or check it out at the public library or buy the paperback through Amazon. Contact Pr. Tricia for a Zoom invite!
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The Wednesday 10am Lectionary Study group led by Hal Vogelaar and Larry Gordon meets in the Fellowship Hall. The lectionary is the weekly Bible texts used at the upcoming Sunday worship. All are welcome! | |
There is a Bible study at 9:30am on the last Tuesday of the month at the Prescott home of Karen and Bruce Lamb. This group has been together for several years and is now open for a few more folks! The group is self-led, fully vaccinated and boosted, and currently following an online curriculum with a Bible text and guided questions. Please contact Karen at 928-778-5199 for more information. | |
Jim Rebholz leads a Thursday evening Bible Study at the Rebholz’ home. They meet at 6:30pm for dessert (you can count on a fabulous dessert by Carole) and the study starts at 7:00pm. Contact Jim for the address and more information at 925-989-7186. | |
Social Justice Class
with Gary and Jean Kiser
Pastor Tricia and Pastor Adam have mentioned the past couple weeks of a class that we will be starting. It was our intent to start the class in May but due to Jean getting COVID, our 12-day visit to the Carolinas, and several other events, we just did not have enough time to prepare for the class. So, we will not start the class until the fall.
We have been studying social justice issues with a group from Sacred Heart Catholic Church for almost three years now. Some of the social justice issues that we have explored are environment, poverty, racism, immigration, and indigenous people. We have read books and articles, watched videos and TED Talks, and listened to guest speakers. It has been a great learning experience for us, and we would like to share our information with Emmanuel.
We do not know if the class will be by Zoom or in person. It will depend on what is happening with COVD 19. But here is what we do know currently about the class:
- Will start in the fall
- Will be on Tuesday afternoons
- Will last 6 to 8 weeks
- Will be 90 minutes long
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Gary & Jean Kiser
928-777-8961
Kisergj69@gmail.com
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ELC Camping Group: Join Us! | |
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We are heading to Potato Patch on Mingus Mountain for a three-night midweek trip on May 17-20. You can reserve a site by clicking Read More or use one of the first come/first serve sites. There should be plenty of spots to camp at. If you are camping with us, please contact Glenn Zimbelman 928-363-9155 or glennz@gmail.com.
Bring your favorite board game! Sites 12,14,15 already taken by our group. Site 13 is a double site so you could partner with another camper. It's great to have another ministry happening at ELC!
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Potato Patch Campground, Prescott National Forest - Recreation.gov | Prescott National Forest Campers looking for some peace and quiet will find this relaxing campground offers cool summertime temperatures and easy access from scenic Hwy 89A in central Arizona. The campground is located at 7,200 ft. in elevation between Mingus Mountain and Woodchute Wilderness in a beautiful ponderosa pine forest. | | | |
Our sanctuary's looking a bit greener!
We can still use a few more silk plants to help with a bit of sound dampening in some areas and for esthetics (camouflage the mic stands, the monitors and cables). Just bring them in or let Kimberly or Pr. Tricia know. Thanks to those who have done so already!
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We want to hear you!
If you have musical talent that you want to offer for either church service, please sign up on the volunteer sheet in the music room, posted on one of the cupboard doors. Maybe you have an instrument you need to dust off and put to good use or maybe you play banjo or guitar? All music is welcome. Call Gene at 928-713-0591 with any questions.
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Hear the Bells of St. Luke's and the High Desert Ringers on Sunday, May 8 at 3:00pm at St. Luke's Episcopal Church
The following picture is Jubilate from one of our outside worship services.
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Dear friends, For the first time in recent memory, the Bells of St. Luke's will be presenting a handbell concert along with the High Desert Ringers (community handbell choir) in the sanctuary at St. Luke's on Sunday, May 8 at 3:00 pm under my direction. | | | |
When we start back worshipping in person this Sunday, we will be following the new CDC guidelines that allows us to gather without masks. Please continue to wear a mask if you are at high risk or are protecting a loved one who is. We have begun receiving communion at the altar and will continue with our other pandemic protocols until we learn more from the CDC about specific guidelines for churches. | |
Did you know that May is Mental Health Month? | |
Mental Health Month | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness | Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, NAMI joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families. | | | |
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The Spring Fling has been postponed
The new date will be announced as soon as possible
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Kimberly Goats will be out of town next week. If you have a submission for the May 13 newsletter, please email Beth Parknowitz, whose contact information is in the Membership Directory.
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Wow!
This Milky Way picture was taken by Kevin Floeke from Prescott on Monday, May 2.
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We are very sorry to share that baby Livia Pendergast, Tom’s great granddaughter, died Wednesday, May 4, after 6 weeks in the NICU in Phoenix.
She arrived many weeks too early and was a real fighter. Please keep Tom and his grandson, Anthony and Anthony’s wife, Lexy in your prayers.
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Chuck Lynch’s memorial service will be held at 10am on Thursday, May 12, at Sunrise Funeral Home. | |
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Happy Birthday!
Sally Becker, May 7
Judy Irwin, May 7
Margaret Meyers, May 7
Shirley Schoberg-Hebda, May 7
Denise Olsen, May 8
Betty Cholewenski, May 9
Beth Parknowitz, May 13
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Here's the link to Sunday's scheduled livestream. You will receive the Worship email on Sunday at 8:00 a.m. (so that it'll be higher up in your Inbox around 9:00 a.m.). If you're subscribed to our channel you can set a reminder! | |
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May Outreach: Habitat for Humanity
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Habitat for Humanity is an international, non-profit, ecumenical organization dedicated to building affordable housing in partnership with people in need. Habitat affiliates throughout the world build or renovate houses with low-income families and then sell the houses to these families at no profit and no interest.
Click on the picture to visit their website
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7763 E. Long Look Dr.
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
PH (928) 772-4135
FX (928) 759-3541
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Office Hours
Monday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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