We are sad to announce the death of Rev. George K.H. Falk (3/5/1932 – 8/12/2022). He was the pastor at Lord of Life from 1973-1983. Please keep Pastor George's wife, Ethel, their family, and all who grieve in your prayers. Cards or notes of condolences may be sent to: Ethel Falk, 2003 Bayview Heights Drive, Space 264, San Diego, CA 92105. Memorial service arrangements are pending and information will be shared as it becomes available.

Cassandra Nagle is serving as our interim Associate Pastor, but a Call Committee is being formed to search for a permanent associate pastor. If you are interested in serving on this committee or recommending someone else to serve, please fill out the Associate Pastor Call Committee Application here. Have questions you want answered before nominating? Email Pastor David Bauser or Elise McCarter, chair of the Personnel Team.

Coordinator of Children's Music

Lord of Life Choir returns - Wednesday nights at 7:15 'til 8:45 in the Music Room. Open to all adult singers as well as middle & high school students.

*New at Lord of Life!* Community Connections Brunch - Sunday, Aug. 28 at 9:45am in the Fellowship Hall. Learn about our opportunity to partner with Isaiah 1:17 House. They are brand new to Montgomery County, and we are excited to be able to be among their first supporters. Help us serve God's World, building partnerships and cultivating relationships. Register here.

Because of YOUR contributions to the Gebert Mission Fund, Lord of Life was able to support seven people around the world through Kiva, an international microloan program. These recipients will be able to develop their businesses, support their families, serve and stay in their communities. You can read their stories here.

At church on Sunday, we had 172 people cast votes on to whom we should lend next and the winner is….Olga Lidia! Her story is on our Facebook page.

Similar borrowers still need your help. You can start your own personal Kiva account or give a Kiva gift card as a gift this holiday season. These donations are made possibly by the Gebert Outreach Endowment Fund. Interested in helping or learning more? Click here. Once enough repayments are in, we will vote again! Keep an eye out for those bright stickers.

SEW IT WEDNESDAYS - 2nd & 4th Wednesday of every month, 11:30am upstairs in Room 21/Library. Help us create quilts for those who need prayers or to celebrate life events, like a new baby. All skill levels needed. We will teach you! This month: Aug. 24. Fabric is needed and can be dropped off at the church office. Need more info? Email Brenda Stockham.

In addition to making quilts, Sew It Wednesdays will include knitting or crocheting baptismal blankets, knitted hats for seafarers, and knitted hats and blankets for preemie babies. We are in need of crochet thread and white yarn. Items can be dropped off at the office.

Hug A Bears - Make stuffed bears for scared and hurting children. 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month at 9:30, upstairs in Room 21.

Ruth Ann’s Remnants - Make quilts to send around the world for Lutheran World Relief. 2nd and 3rd Thursday at 9:30am, Room 25 upstairs.

Lutherhill Ministries 16th Annual S'mores & Champagne Gala registration is OPEN! Purchase your individual tickets today (or get together a crew of 10 for a table!) and register at 2022LHGala.givesmart.com.

God’s Work, Our Hands Day is Sunday, September 11^th with Rise Against Hunger meal -packing shifts for all ages and abilities in the Fellowship Hall. Sign-ups coming soon.

Want to meet new people and get more involved at Lord of Life? Sign up for LOLa's Diner Autumn 2022 by email now. Share a meal and great conversation. New to Lord of Life or not sure about joining? More information here.

New Member classes start soon! See more info here.

Adult Sunday School/Book Discussion - Anxious for Nothing by Max Lucado. 12-week study on how Christians deal with the world around us. Could you use some calm in your life? Join us as we learn we can trust God. 9:45am in Rm. 23 upstairs.

BOOK STUDY - The Sin of Certainty by Peter Enns - 9:45am on Sundays in the library upstairs and on Zoom. Why God Desires Our Trust More than Our "Correct" Beliefs. Led by Chuck Kindsvatter and John Fackler. PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATION.

Pastor's Bible Study - every Tuesday at 11:30am in the conference room. In person or Zoom. Study the sermon texts with the Pastor.

Men's Breakfast and Bible Study - 2nd & 4th Saturday every month at 7:30am. In-person and on Zoom. Grab some breakfast and a cup of coffee and join us for Bible Study. This month: Aug. 27.

Grief Group at Lord of Life - Experience support and connection at Grief Share. Mondays at 1pm in the conference room. Learn more about Grief Share at www.griefshare.org.

Mom’s Bible Study begins Wednesday, Sept 7 @ 9:30am

Moms of any age are invited to attend! We will study books of the bible and books that help moms grow in their faith. Have questions or interested in helping to lead the group? Email Carrie Kessler.

Ladies Bible Study resumes Wednesday, Sept. 14 with Bishop Mike Rinehart as the guest speaker. All women are invited to attend. 

Chocolate with Jesus, led by Rev. Tammy Fincher - Mondays, 12:30pm in the Library upstairs. ON HIATUS UNTIL SEPT. 19. We will resume Sept. 26 with discussion on II Kings. Bring your Bibles and Rev. Tammy will have the notes!

Weekly conversations with Pastor David Bauser, Faith Formation director Patrick Nazaroff, and author Elise McCarter.

This week on the podcast: Faith Conversations Series with special guest, Cassandra Nagle. Cassandra and Pastor David will be sitting down to talk about growing up in faith, searching for hope, and, of course, ice cream! Want to be a guest on our Faith Conversation Series? Reach out to us at beyondsundaypodcast@gmail.com. Listen to the podcast now.

Sunday School and Club 56 this Sunday at 9:45am. We look forward to seeing everyone! Kids age 3 - 4th grade meets in the SANCTUARY. Club 56 meets upstairs in Rm 26.

Children’s Music Returns, Wednesday, Aug 24 @ 5:45pm

Join us for a pizza party to kick-off LOL’s Children’s Music Program, Aug 24, 5:45pm. Practice follows and takes place each Wednesday from 6:15-7pm. RSVP for pizza here.

Children’s Bells ‘Joyful Noise’ is for all 3rd-6th graders.

New this year is a K-2nd grade Children’s Choir that will incorporate singing, percussion, movement and more.

Kindergarten Footstep in Faith class -Sunday, Aug 28 at 9:45am. Kindergarteners and their parent(s) learn about The Greatest Commandment during this hour-long class. The Footstep Program provides opportunities and tools for families to help deepen their faith and renew their commitment to faith education. Email Carrie Kessler to sign up.

Teachers needed - Would you like to help shape the faith of our youngest Lord of Life members? Children’s Sunday School and Club 56 are the place for you. No experience required. All ages needed. You don’t even need to have your own children! We will supply a full classroom of kids to teach stories from the bible & life lessons, play games, sing songs and make the most treasured crafts. Email Carrie Kessler to sign up today.

What's ahead for kids this month: Visit our Children's page for more info

High School Youth Group - Every Sunday at 6pm. Upstairs in Rm. 25

Confirmation at Lord of Life is getting a new look! We're moving confirmation (for 7/8th graders) to Sunday mornings from 9:45 to 10:45am. Starts Aug. 14th.

Lord of Life Email Changes – Our staff email addresses are changing.

From now on please use the existing user with @LOLonline.org when sending an email. For example: NAME@lordoflifeonline.org is now NAME@LOLonline.org. Old email address will continue function for a period of time, but please update your contacts accordingly.

Hands of Faith Fair Trade Ministry is looking for a part-time store manager. Strong marketing and store design skills, promoting fair trade principles, and maintaining inventory are required. See more at tinyurl.com/HOFstoreManager.

Altar Flowers - Honor a loved one or a special occasion by purchasing a worship arrangement. Sign up for altar flowers here.

Do you want to feature your ministry or event in our weekly Happenings? We’d love to hear from you! Send your announcement to the office by Wednesday at 2pm.

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