LOVE joyfully! CONNECT deeply! SERVE generously!
WE EXIST THAT ALL MAY KNOW JESUS CHRIST & BECOME HIS FULLY DEVOTED FOLLOWERS.
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This altar parament or fabric was made by members of Joy Reigns in 2015. We enter the season of Lent on Ash Wednesday February 22nd. Join us at 7 pm for worship when we will be marked with the cross of Christ again. |
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PRAISE WORSHIP
*LIVESTREAM IN-PERSON WORSHIP 9:30 am*
THRIFT SHOP
Open every Saturday and Monday
9am - 12 pm
Volunteer-only days
Wednesday 9-12 pm
Donations accepted when open
BABY PANTRY
Every 1st Saturday of the Month
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EDUCATION & SMALL GROUPS
Confirmation for Middle Schoolers
Tuesdays 6:30-8 pm
Bible Study with PSY
Thursdays at 7 pm on Zoom.
LGBTQIA+ Family Support Group
First Monday of the month at 7 pm
Monthly Marriage Care Group
3rd Sunday Evening of Month at 5 pm
Next meeting March 19th
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February 17 - 25, 2022
THIS WEEK'S LESSON:
Matthew 16
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Curious about this week's meme? It generally has some connection to the weekly reading, which is: Matthew 13:24-43
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Feb 17 - Feb 24
FRIDAY
Revelation 4:11
SATURDAY
Psalm 73:25
SUNDAY
Matthew 14:23
MONDAY
Job 14:1-2
TUESDAY
1 John 1:9
WEDNESDAY
Luke 1:46-48
THURSDAY
Ezekiel 33:11
FRIDAY
Isaiah 55:3
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A Message from Pastor Sara
As you may have seen on social media I was away this week for some R&R. That is (w)Riting and Renewal. I spent some time at a pastor friend’s cabin and took time away from the daily stresses and schedule of life. This time away gave me time to finalize writing our Lenten Series and I am very excited about it! This year’s theme is Faith Practices: This or That?
Each week we will be given two options of faith practices and you will have the opportunity to choose one. One that feels comfortable to you or one that you want to stretch yourself. One that seems like what you would naturally do or one that is opposite of you. One that is familiar or one that is new. This or that? You decide. It will be a faith practices choose your own adventure so to speak. We start soon, next week is Ash Wednesday (wasn’t it just Christmas? HA!) and then we will move to Tuesdays with a family friendly meal and then have worship onsite or online via Youtube. Here are the themes for each week, please join me:
Wednesday 2/22 at 7 pm: Ash Wednesday: Marked with the Cross
Tuesday 2/28: Lament or Encouragement: Literary Styles in the Bible
Tuesday 3/7: Silent or Spoken: Styles of Prayer
Tuesday 3/14: Tradition or Innovation: Proclaiming our Faith with Creeds
Tuesday 3/21: Writing or Speaking: Sharing our Fears to Create Change
Tuesday 3/28: Direct Support or Policy Change: God’s Work Our Hands
Thursday 4/6: Maundy Thursday
Friday 4/7: Good Friday
God's Peace,
Pastor Sara
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Join others for a daily bible verse and conversation each day through social media. Click here to sign up for "FAITH5 with PSY" on Facebook!
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Need the Joy Reigns app? Click here to download it today!
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All Ages Pizza & Games Day
Bring your friends, favorite game & competitive (put positive) attitude to Game Day on February 20th! We will also make our own pizza for lunch! Youth of all ages are invited to come on Presidents Day, Monday, February 20th at 11am-2pm! RSVPS are REQUIRED by February 18th. Once supplies are purchased, late RSVP's may not be able to be accommodated.
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Ash Wednesday February 22nd at 7 pm
Join others for midweek worship on Wednesday February 22nd. Ash Wednesday is the official start of the church season of Lent. We will mark our foreheads with the sign of the cross and we will also mark a new set of altar paraments, with crosses, creating art together during worship. This is a good worship experience for all ages. Worship is onsite or online via YouTube at 7 pm.
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Lenten Meal Volunteers Needed
We will be having a meal before Lent Services starting February 28th at 6pm. You are invited to help host a meal or join with others to assist with a meal. Meals can be cooked at the church or bring it ready to go, but we do not have a stove (only oven, microwave). Set up will be before 6, meal begins at 6:00, with worship at 6:30 pm. If you are interested in helping please email the office.
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Property Team Volunteer Projects - Could You help with one?
Would you be willing to help with one of these fall property projects?
- Remove leaves from Journey to Joy basement stairs (outside)
- Weed Front Bed
- Organize Youth Room for Shared Community Group Meetings
- Power Wash Sidewalks
- Drywall Patching
- Gutter Clean Out (once leaves are down)
- Mayo Street Garbage Pick Up - THANKS TO BOB YATSUK!
- Hang Artwork at Journey to Joy
- Hang Artwork in PSY's office - THANKS TO JACK PARLON!
- Touch Up Paint on PSY office doorframe
- Empty and Defrost Kitchen Freezer- THANKS TO Melissa F and Debby K!
- Branch Clean Up at Tree line - THANKS TO BOB YATSUK!
- Winterize Playground
- Weed Removal in Front of Storage Shed - THANKS TO BOB YATSUK!
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Join Boy Scout Troop 771 at St. Martin's Lutheran Church 1120 Spa Rd Annapolis Md on Tuesday, February 21st, for a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner.
5-7 pm, Cost is $7 a person, payable at the door. Both sit down and carry out options available
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VBS Save the Date - July 24-28
Spin the spinner, beat the clock, skip ahead, level up, and play to win! Twists & Turns™ is a fantastical celebration of games of all kinds. From classic tabletop games to strategy games to video games and more, kids will play their way through VBS in fun locations such as the Bible Study Game Room, Wild Card Crafts, Multi-player Missions, and Skip Ahead Snacks! But more importantly, they’ll see Jesus through the eyes of one of His closest friends and discover that trusting Jesus as Savior and following Him changes the game entirely!
Jesus guides us through all the twists and turns of our lives. He helps us know His ways and teaches us His paths. (Psalm 25:4) Following Jesus changes everything!
Registration opens soon! Save the date and keep an eye on the weekly for registration!
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Upcoming Youth Events
March 24th - Paint Night!
Come do a guided paint night! All youth and friends are invited to paint a sea turtle during a guided paint session! RSVP by March 20th. Once supplies are purchased, late RSVP's may not be able to be accommodated.
April 5th- Volunteer Opportunity!
Youth are encouraged to help STUFF items from our Easter Fundraiser on Wednesday, April 5th.This is a perfect opportunity for volunteer hours for those who need it! We will stuff from 12-1:30 (or until the job is complete). Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by Monday, April 3rd.
April 7th- Volunteer Opportunity!
Youth are encouraged to help drop off items from our Easter Fundraiser- perfect opportunity for volunteer hours for those who need it! More information closer to date.
April 30- Skate Zone
All youth and friends are invited to Skate Zone in Crofton on Sunday April 30th for roller skating from 1:00-3:30! Admission is $8 and skate rental is $5. RSVP by Friday, April 28th.
Questions or to RSVP contact Danielle at youth@joyreignslutheranchurch.org!
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Online Moderators Needed
We need a few people to be a part of our regular online moderators to help greet and provide information to those watching live on our YouTube channel. You can do this while worshiping in person or while you are also watching online. If you are interested in helping please contact Tina in the office for more information on training and getting started!
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PRAYERS
Called together to follow Jesus, we pray for the church, the world, and all in need.
EMBOLDEN your church as it witnesses to the majesty and mercy of your Son. Equip lay preachers, deacons, and pastors. Move us to share our stories of your faithfulness and forgiveness; may our lives proclaim your greatness.
DWELL with your whole creation, from the tallest mountain peak to the deepest valleys. Bless the work of conservation organizations and protect vital habitats like the Chesapeake Bay. Support the work of disaster relief agencies around the world.
GUIDE and give wisdom to all in authority: Steuart Pittman and local leaders, our governor West Moore and state legislators, our president Joe Biden and national legislators. Bring freedom and justice to all nations.
GIVE shelter to those lacking safe homes. Spur communities to work for fair housing for all. Protect our neighbors whose dwellings do not keep out dangerous cold or heat; accompany with your touch those who are homebound, sick, or isolated.
MAKE us eager to receive your Word in scripture. Help us recognize Jesus' voice in the needs of our neighbors; make us confident to follow the way of the cross.
We bring to you our unique needs and hopes now, O God, trusting your wisdom and power revealed in Christ crucified.
HEAR OUR PRAYERS FOR:
..Prayers of thanksgiving as James has earned 1 year chip.
...Prayers of healing dealing with Covid
Prayers from the Joy Thrift Prayer Wall:
...Prayers that those in need can find us easily and get the items needed to support them and their families.
To have your prayer included in this list, please add it to the mobile app or contact the church office.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
AA/NA MEETINGS
Looking for a meeting?
Call 410-268-5441
for virtual NA meetings
for a list of virtual AA meetings.
FRIDAY February 17
AA Meeting
5:30-6:30pm
SUNDAY February 19th
Livestream In-person Worship
9:30 am
MONDAY February 20th
All Ages Pizza & Games Day
11am-2pm
MONDAY February 20th
ACA Meeting
7-8:15pm
Wednesday February 22nd
Ash Wednesday
7 pm
THURSDAY February 23rd
Women's AA meeting
6:30-7:30pm
FRIDAY February 24th
AA Meeting
5:30-6:30pm
SUNDAY February 26th
Livestream In-person Worship
9:30 am
MONDAY February 27th
ACA Meeting
7-8:15pm
TUESDAY February 28th
Lent Service
6:30 pm
WEDNESDAY March 1st
Band Practice
6:30-8pm
THURSDAY March 2nd
Women's AA meeting
6:30-7:30pm
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Deadline for Additions to the Weekly
All information to be included in the Weekly must be received by Wednesdays at 12pm, or it will not be included in that weeks Weekly. If you have information to include in the weekly, please email Brittany.
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JOY REIGNS LUTHERAN CHURCH
AT JOY REIGNS WE ARE CALLED TO...
LOVE joyfully
Joyfully embracing each person, as beautifully created in the image of God, we accept and affirm all with the love of God!
CONNECT deeply
Seeking deep connection to Jesus and each other, we strive to be transformed through our questions and relationships with all ages!
SERVE generously
We are called by the Holy Spirit into generous service to bring hope, joy, peace and justice to the world!
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CONNECT WITH US
FINANCIAL SECRETARY: vacant
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JOY REIGNS is a congregation of the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) that is empowered by God’s grace. Liberated by the good news of Jesus Christ, we are sent by the Holy Spirit to love and serve others and to work boldly for justice and peace.
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