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Vol. 23 June 5, 2024

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Bible Study

John 12:34-50

34 The crowd answered him, “We have heard from the law that the Messiah remains forever. How can you say that the Son of Man must be lifted up? Who is this Son of Man?” 35 Jesus said to them, “The light is in you for a little longer. Walk while you have the light, so that the darkness may not overtake you. If you walk in the darkness, you do not know where you are going. 36 While you have the light, believe in the light, so that you may become children of light.” After Jesus had said this, he departed and hid from them. 37 Although he had performed so many signs in their presence, they did not believe in him. 38 This was to fulfill the word spoken by the prophet Isaiah:

“Lord, who has believed our message,

    and to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?” 39 And so they could not believe, because Isaiah also said,

40 “He has blinded their eyes

    and hardened their heart,

so that they might not look with their eyes

    and understand with their heart and turn—

    and I would heal them.”

41 Isaiah said this because he saw his glory and spoke about him. 42 Nevertheless many, even of the authorities, believed in him. But because of the Pharisees they did not confess it, for fear that they would be put out of the synagogue, 43 for they loved human glory more than the glory that comes from God. 44 Then Jesus cried aloud: “Whoever believes in me believes not in me but in him who sent me. 45 And whoever sees me sees him who sent me. 46 I have come as light into the world, so that everyone who believes in me should not remain in the darkness. 47 I do not judge anyone who hears my words and does not keep them, for I came not to judge the world but to save the world. 48 The one who rejects me and does not receive my words has a judge; on the last day the word that I have spoken will serve as judge, 49 for I have not spoken on my own, but the Father who sent me has himself given me a commandment about what to say and what to speak. 50 And I know that his commandment is eternal life. What I speak, therefore, I speak just as the Father has told me.”


  • What catches your attention in this text and why?


  • Where have you seen the light of God in the world?


  • What do you think it means to be a child of the light?


  • When has God opened your eyes to something new? Were you prepared for that? Was you life somehow changed because of that? If so, how?


  • Are there teachings of God that we've rejected, or have a hard time accepting? What do you do in those instances?



Blessings, Pastor Ann.


We will have a sending for Marianne Walck on Sunday June 9th during worship. Join us in the Parish Hall following worship to express your best wishes before she leaves for Pennsylvania.

Bulletins

June 9

June 16 RIC DAY

June 23 RIC DAY

June 30

This past Sunday's service in case you missed it!

What "month" is it?

Well, we're still in May, which has had a mental health focus. We're also very close to June, with Pride being a focus. I would like us to consider the important intersection between mental health and sexual orientation & gender expression. Both of these carry a stigma in much of society. As we consider the ways we love God and love others, let's be mindful of the role we can take on as we care for others... And ourselves. When we're healthier, we can also help others be healthier, too. Keep shining the light of Christ to all! 

Thank you to those who have signed up! You made this easy!

SIGN-UPS

1. Vicki would like to take some time off from being the Fellowship Coordinator for June, July, and August. This entails setting up for fellowship (making the coffee/lemonade and setting out treats appropriately), and then cleanup per the kitchen rules. Vicki can walk you through what she typically does on a Sunday. Contact Theresa via email or call/text her at 763-447-7582 to sign up for this. This is an URGENT need! Thank you for considering stepping in!

People IN CHARGE Signups:

June 2nd Theresa Jones & Cherie Stevens

June 9th Andrea King

June 16th Kay Leaf

June 19th Special Evening Worship Theresa and Ann

June 23rd Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian

June 30th Andrea King

July 7th Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian

July 14th Wayne & Cherie Stevens

July 21st Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian

July 28th Mary Johnson

August 4th

August 11th

August 18th Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian

August 25th

 

2. We need people to sign up to bring treats! Below is what our Current Treat Signup looks like! Bringing treats can be as simple as a couple dozen cookies or donuts, crackers and cheese, etc. Simple finger foods are best!

People to bring treats:

June 2nd Irene Clute

June 9th Andrea King

June 16th Kay Leaf

June 19th Special Evening Worship Theresa, Ann, Julie, Cherie

June 23rd Julie Tullis, Paulette Kirsch

June 30th Andrea King

July 7th Nancy and Marlene Mahoney-Martian

July 14th Wayne & Cherie Stevens

July 21st Dianne & Al Yonk

July 28th Mary Johnson

August 4th

August 11th

August 18th Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian

August 25th

Are you interested in occasional worship leadership?

If you're interested in occasionally leading worship at New Day or other ELCA locations? Congregations are looking for individuals that are willing to be trained as authorized Lay Leaders to preach and preside. These could be opportunities at New Day or other congregations. Talk with Pastor Ann if you want to learn more about what this might look like.


Volunteer Opportunities at New Day

Are you interested in serving in various capacities at New Day? Occasionally or on a regular basis?

Are you interested in reading prayers or scripture? Helping to serve communion? Helping to set up communion? Serve on occasional committees? Occasionally provide food, napkins, cups, etc. for fellowship or other special occasions? You are an important part of our ministry and life together. If you have ideas for other areas or service or ministry, let's explore what God might be up to through us. Contact Pastor Ann to volunteer or talk about ideas.

Housing Needed

Intern Housing Needed for Summer


Barb Condon and John Stevens' former

parishioner’s grandson needs housing this summer. See the information in the note below. Housing is always very tight for summer interns in Idaho Falls.


Jayson is working on his master's in electrical engineering from the U of I. He is coming to Idaho Falls on the first of June to start an internship for his master's. He is looking for a place to live, so I'm reaching out to people I know to see if you all could help with housing; Either renting him space or if you know of someone who takes in interns. I would expect him to pay something and help out.


Contact Barb Condon or Cherie if you can help out or know of something that could help.

We are doing a drive for Idaho Falls Rescue Mission for the month of June. If you can bring anything on this list to church, we will get it delivered. We will collect items in the parish hall and deliver as we get them.


Food

  • All Meats (beef/game, chicken, fish, breakfast) Frozen
  • Spam
  • Canned Chili
  • Fresh Vegetables/Fruit
  • Canned Green Beans
  • Canned Corn
  • Butter
  • Sugar
  • Coffee
  • Vegetable Broth
  • Pasta (esp. Spaghetti)
  • Pasta Sauce
  • Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Canned Tomato Soup
  • Breakfast Cereal
  • Boxed Milk (non-refrigerant)
  • Lemon Juice
  • Gravy Mix
  • Salad Dressings
  • Black Pepper (Ground)
  • Garlic Powder
  • Oregano

Cleaning Supplies (New, Un0pened)

  • Bleach
  • Degreaser
  • Wood Floor Cleaner
  • Windex
  • Lysol
  • Toilet Cleaner
  • Clorox Wipes

Hygiene

  • Shampoo

General Needs

  • Paper towels
  • Toilet paper
  • Twin Sheet Sets ( Must be clean and folded)
  • Men’s Belts
  • Metal Eating Utensils (Spoons and Forks)
  • Coffee Grinder

Medical Supplies

  • Ice Packs
  • Sanitation
  • OTC Medicine
  • Wraps
  • Antibiotic Ointment

Immediate Needs

  • Coffee
  • Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Canned Tomato Soup
  • Meat
  • Canned Chili
  • Canned Corn
  • Canned Green Beans
  • Canned Fruit
  • Breakfast Cereal
  • Sleeping Bags

Seasonal Items

  • Sleeping Pads
  • Sleeping Bags
  • Handwarmers


Summer Food Service Program: The RCCM has recently indicated that, although funding for the program was turned down by the Idaho Legislature, the United Way, The Salvation Army, and District 91 will continue to work toward feeding youth in the community. The Community Food Basket will try to take up some of the slack with food bags of individual kid-friendly foods given to families during the summer. CFB is asking for donations specifically for that program and for volunteers to help fill the bags and distribute them. *Added note: the New Day Church Council voted to send a $2000 cash donation from the former Summer Food Service Program funds to the IFCFB to assist with purchasing food items for this program.

You can bring egg cartons to church and we will make sure they get them.

NWIMS (Northwest Intermountain Synod)

We will be taking a special offering on June 9th

A video message from Bishop Manlove regarding the UKD Tanzania Flood Relief Request

2024 PRIDE INFO

There is a committee this year that has been working diligently on Pride planning. We are not doing signups this year for walkers or booth attendants. Why? Because you all are fantastic at showing up on your own, we didn't see the need to schedule! If you have questions on Pride, speak to a committee member.... Merlene, Theresa, Morgan, Irene, Kortney, or Andrea.


SHIRTS are here! Contact Merlene to pick them up. We have 7 bags of shirts to disperse!


Booth Time Frames:

Rexburg: Porter Park

Saturday, June 15 3-8pm

parade TBD - they ask that you register to walk


Idaho Falls: Greenbelt

Saturday, June 22 10:00am - 5:00pm 

parade is at 10am


Pride shirts have now been ordered. As soon as we have them we will disperse the order. Stay tuned...

2024 ELCA Youth Gathering

Robert and Anora wanted to say thank you for helping them reach their financial goal to be able to go to the youth gathering this summer:

Meetings/Updates

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Council

  • Sunday June 9 at 10:30am upstairs conference room.
  • All congregants are welcome to attend council meetings.
  • If you would like to request time to address the council please contact Merlene Brockway at (208) 317-3757 or email president@newdaylutheran.org


Thrivent Choice Dollars & Action Grants

  • Do you have Thrivent Choice Dollars that need to be allocated? This is your friendly reminder that New Day would appreciate your generosity if you choose us as your recipient.
  • Are you able to help New Day fund projects through an Action Grant? Pastor Ann can help you with ideas or assist you in applying. 


Health and Safety Committee

  • If you would like to be CPR/first aid/AED trained please contact us at church@newdaylutheran.org


Pride Committee

  • We have formed a Pride committee to work through the logistics of Pride in both Rexburg and Idaho Falls this year!
  • Want to help? Let Theresa know!


Worship Committee

Small Groups

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Monday Coffee

Mondays 10am Church Parish Hall

Bible Study

Mondays 6pm Church Columbarium Narthex

Beer Group

Tuesdays 3pm Idaho Brewery Idaho Brewing Company

Book Club

1st Wednesday each month 4pm Church Parish Hall

Thursday Coffee

Thursdays 10am Greenhouse Coffee

Dog Gone Fun Day

1st Friday each month 4pm Idaho Falls Dog Park if 50°+ and no precipitation.

EMAIL: wandc3@msn.com

OUR VISION: Passion for God, Compassion for All means we strive to be a loving, Christian community who are excited and passionate about sharing the love and grace of Jesus Christ with everyone. Regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious background or health, you are welcome here!


OUR MISSION: Love Christ and others by accepting and welcoming all in worship, fellowship, Bible study, and community outreach while celebrating our gifts and talents. Jesus said, “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another…” John 13:34.

For us it’s simple – Jesus loved all people and so we want to love all people.


WELCOME, INCLUSION, CELEBRATION, AND ADVOCACY STATEMENT FOR NEW DAY LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

Because we are loved by God, New Day Lutheran Church is a Reconciling in Christ (RIC) congregation that welcomes all people. We invite you to join us in our commitment to support and advocate for:

People of every color, culture, and ethnic background

People of every gender identity and sexual orientation

People of all mental and physical abilities

People who are single, widowed, divorced, separated, partnered, blessed or married

People of all ages, political persuasions, levels of education

People of every economic circumstance or social status

People of any religious affiliation or none

People of all family configurations

People who speak languages other than English

People who have felt excluded or marginalized

We commit ourselves to embracing the work of anti-racism, social and economic justice, and environmental care.

We encourage all people to participate in the sacraments and all aspects of the life of our church

Luther Heights Bible Camp

We are an owner of Luther Heights Bible Camp - so it is important we are invested in the things they are up to! If you need more info on them, call 208-886-7657 or email them at info@lutherheights.org 2024 Schedule

Do you want to go to a retreat but don't want to drive? Let us know! There are carpool options available!

RENT-A-CABIN

Looking for a quick getaway or making Labor Day Weekend plans? Select cabins are available for rental July through September. Reservations must be made two weeks in advance by someone 18+.

Cost: Two night stay: $200 for cabin, including food + $75/each additional person; or $150 for a cabin, food not included + $30/each additional person. 5 years old and under are free. Cabins can sleep up to 12 (6 bottom bunks).

Dates: Contact info@lutherheights.org and/or associate@lutherheights.org to request dates and make reservations.

WOMEN’S WELLNESS

This retreat will be centered on workshops entitled, “For Such a Time as This: A Study on the Book of Esther,” led by retired Pastor Suzanne Thomas of Ketchum, ID. Time in retreat will also include compline, with closing worship and communion. This weekend will also offer plenty of time to enjoy camp activities, new friends, and time to be. Add on our additional offerings, listed below, to ensure a meaningful time in the mountains. Plan to join us for the retreat and close out your weekend with a visit to the Sawtooth Festival (Arts, Crafts, and Food) in Stanley on Sunday.

Cost: $145

Dates: July 19-21

Retreat Add-ons:

Yoga

Added cost: $10

Time frame: 1 hour

Rise & Release with Candy Canning of Catalyst Art Collaborative

We all harbor difficult emotions within us. Rise & Release offers us a chance to allow those (often pent up) feelings to come to the surface, just long enough to process and reflect upon them. Guests will be invited to share if they choose, giving us a glimpse into some of the many issues so many of us are facing on a daily basis. We'll participate in a group activity, using our bodies as a conduit for mindset change, as we reframe our thoughts from invasive or negative to more positive thoughts, or sometimes, releasing them completely. Together, we'll create large banners with paint sticks and acrylics, resulting in a shared art piece that can be displayed or cut into smaller pieces and shared among the group.

Added cost: $20

Time frame: 2-3 hours

No prior art experience required. All supplies will be provided.

H.E.R. — HIKE, EXPLORE, RENEW (FORMERLY KNOWN AS HIKE + PRAY)

Meet other women who want to hike, explore, and renew themselves this weekend! Join Ashlee on the Alice Lake hike, join one of the other hikes available this weekend, or visit a local hot spring. Let this weekend be your opportunity to explore the Sawtooth Mountains with other women, disconnect from the stresses of daily life, reconnect with yourself and old friends, all while connecting with new friends, the beauty of creation, and your guiding center. Add on our additional offerings, listed below, to ensure a meaningful time in the mountains. Plan to join us for the retreat and close out your weekend with a visit to the Sawtooth Festival (Arts, Crafts, and Food) in Stanley on Sunday.

Cost: $145

Dates: July 19-21

Retreat Add-ons:

Yoga

Added cost: $10

Time frame: 1 hour

Rise & Release with Candy Canning of Catalyst Art Collaborative

We all harbor difficult emotions within us. Rise & Release offers us a chance to allow those (often pent up) feelings to come to the surface, just long enough to process and reflect upon them. Guests will be invited to share if they choose, giving us a glimpse into some of the many issues so many of us are facing on a daily basis. We'll participate in a group activity, using our bodies as a conduit for mindset change, as we reframe our thoughts from invasive or negative to more positive thoughts, or sometimes, releasing them completely. Together, we'll create large banners with paint sticks and acrylics, resulting in a shared art piece that can be displayed or cut into smaller pieces and shared among the group.

Added cost: $20

Time frame: 2-3 hours

No prior art experience required. All supplies will be provided.


FLY-FISHING RETREAT

Ages 10 and up; All Skills Levels Welcome

Come explore some of Idaho’s best waters in the heart of the Sawtooth Mountains. Whether you’re an experienced angler or an adventurous novice, this is the perfect opportunity to test your skills and fish with friends. The weekend will include casting lessons, a fly-tying workshop, and time on the water. Relax after a full day of fishing with evening worship around the campfire. Luther Heights can supply all the equipment needed, however please email info@lutherheights.org to make your equipment reservations. A fishing license, one-day or season, is required.

Cost: $145

Dates: August 2-4

FINDING JOY THROUGH GRIEF

"Weeping may linger for the night, but joy comes in the morning.” Psalm 30:5b

Take this time and space to process personal grief with guided meditations, personal reflection, and communal support with facilitators Pastor Barb Condon, Grief and Bereavement Practitioner, and Tami McLaughlin.

Cost: $145

Dates: August 2-4

FAITH LEADERS RETREAT

Leading Beyond Compassion Fatigue and Burnout

This retreat is a unique opportunity for faith leaders of a variety of titles to gather, learn, rest, and connect with one another. Along with a focus on compassion fatigue and burnout, this retreat will also offer break-out sessions for resource sharing, visioning together, and collaboration. Our workshop leader is Cara Hollingsworth, PMHNP.

Cara Hollingsworth is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She is also a nature lover, dog mom, bibliophile, proud Auntie, wife to an incredible dude, wayfarer and perpetual student. Health Care is a second career for Cara, she previously worked in Higher Education, specializing in student involvement and student leadership development. She graduated from Regis University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2015 and quickly felt the call to become a Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatry. She graduated from Gonzaga University in 2020 with her Master’s of Science in Nursing and currently practices at St Luke’s Behavioral Health Clinic, in Nampa, Idaho and at High Point Counseling in Rock Springs, Wyoming. She is currently working towards her Doctor of Nursing Practice and anticipates completing this in spring of 2025 (Woo Hoo!).

Cost: $145

Dates: August 4-6

SEPTEMBER IN THE SAWTOOTHS

Whether you come up to explore the Sawtooths with a partner or enjoy some time on your own, Luther Heights will provide you with the tools you need to make this time in the mountains exactly what you need so that you return home rested and renewed.

Schedule yoga and massage at Redfish Riverside Inn (Stanley), or enjoy mindfulness and meditation workshops at LHBC with an additional cost.

Cost: $145

Dates: September 6-8


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