Happenings
WEEKLY E-blast news & updates
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"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4
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Lord of Life member Richard “Dick” Miller Vetter passed away on April 21, 2020. We pray for his wife Margaret and his children and their families as they grieve his loss. You can read his obituary here.
The funeral for Dick Vetter will be held April 17, 2021 at 11:00am at Lord of Life and will be available to watch via live-stream on our website.
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Lord of Life member Randee Votaw passed away on Saturday April 3, 2021. Please keep her husband Bill and children Courtney Stevens (Chris) and Chris Votaw (Jessica) and their families in your prayers as they grieve her passing. You can read the obituary here.
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Lord of Life member Gifton Underwood passed away on April 11, 2021. Please keep his wife, Marilyn and daughter Jaime and her family in your prayers as they grieve his passing. You can read his obituary here.
The funeral will be Tuesday, April 20 at Lord of Life. Viewing/visitation at 3pm in the fellowship Hall with the funeral at 4pm. The service will also be live-streamed at our website.
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LOL Choir Practice Returns
After this long hiatus, many of our choir members are ready to sing together again – safely, of course. From April 14 – May 19, we will have short rehearsals spread out in the Sanctuary on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 7:45 p.m. for those who feel comfortable attending. Everyone must remain masked the entire time. The choir is open to adults of all ages as well as students. If you have any questions, email Dan Fenn or call 281-367-7016.
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SAVE THE DATE - S.O.S (Spring Outdoor Social) - Been inside too long? Join us in the parking lot at Lord of Life for a Spring Fling! Enjoy food and friends Saturday, May 15 with Holy Smokes BBQ. Free-will donation to go to parking lot rejuvenation and summer children's ministries, like VBS. Registration coming soon!
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God's Work, Our Hands
Outreach at Lord of Life
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Safe Sanctuary Training
May 2 (6:30-8:30pm)
May 4 (6:30-8:30pm)
May 8 (9-11am)
Safe Sanctuary training is required every 2 years for anyone 16 and older who works with children or at-risk groups at Lord of Life. This includes all Church Council members, VBS and Day Camp volunteers, Sunday School teachers, Nursey staff and Welcome Desk volunteers. It is recommended that all Lord of Life volunteers receive the training. After the training is complete, a background check will take place for those 18 and older. Email Carrie Kessler for more information.
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Love Fosters Hope, a local organization supporting foster children, is hosting their annual fun run and walk on May 1 st at 7:30am at WoodsEdge Church (with a virtual option). Consider joining us! Strollers are welcome in the walk, and there will be activities for kids along the way. Best of all? You get a t-shirt and taco at the end! You can register to be on LOL’s team here or donate directly to support their programs here.Questions? Email Jenny McKenna with any questions, jmckenna@lordoflifeonline.org. |
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Angel Reach Dinner - We will help young adults aging out of foster care sharpen their cooking skills with a skillet pork chop recipe with apples and onions! Click here to sign up.
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SAVE THE DATE! Lord of Life will host families in danger of homelessness in Family Promise of Montgomery County’s 90-day program in the building from June 27-July 4. We will need hosts to entertain families in the evening, overnight hosts to be on campus in case of emergencies, and groups to make dinners. If you are interested in being a co-coordinator or principal contact for this outreach opportunity, please email jmckenna@lordoflifeonline.org or call 281-367-7016. |
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For the Kids
Children's Ministries at Lord of Life
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In-person Sunday School for kids age 3 - sixth grade this Sunday, Apr 18.
Come join us in the Fellowship Hall!
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At “Rocky Railway” Vacation Bible School June 21-25, kids will discover how Jesus’ power can pull us through any situation. VBS is a filled with incredible bible-learning activities, songs and games that leave a lasting impression. We hope you will join us for an incredible week that puts kids on track for trusting Jesus! Visit our webpage for more information and to sign up.
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Bible Studies/Discussions |
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Men's Breakfast Bible Study/ Discussion Saturday, April 24 at 7:30am.
Ladies Bible Study - Meeting monthly. Join us Wednesday, May 26 at 10am online or in person in the conference room. Led by Kirsten Beckler. To get on the email list, contact Mary Ross.
Adult Sunday School
9:30am New Zoom link! Isaiah: Visions of Promise -Interactive video study on key themes in Isaiah, which has been often been called the "Fifth Gospel” and ultimately delivers a message of hope.
Pastor's Bible Study - every Tuesday at 11:30
Beyond Sunday Podcast - Weekly conversations with Pastor David Bauser, Faith Formation director Patrick Nazaroff and author Elise McCarter.
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Covid Fatigue: Navigating our Mental Health During a Global Pandemic
Have you been experiencing feelings of anxiousness, a senses of being overwhelmed, or unexplained tiredness? Join Beth Hall Sundays at 3:30 pm to explore the realities of life in the pandemic. More info and zoom link here.
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The Health Ministry team is looking for your feedback on this followup questionnaire. Please take a few moments to answer the questions and let them know the kind of topics you are most interested in!
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Everything that we have is a gift that God places in our care during our lifetimes. How to plan a legacy that will reflect your faith and values will be discussed during “The Way Forward to Legacy Generosity,” a webinar on planning legacy gifts for family and ministry.
This webinar, presented by Lutheran Foundation of the Southwest, will be offered
Sunday April 18 at 2 p.m.
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Hands of Faith
Fair Trade Ministry
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SHOP IN-STORE
-Wednesday 10am-2pm
-Saturday 10am-2pm
-Sunday 9am-12:30pm
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"Devote yourself to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving." - Colossians 4:2 |
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