LOVE joyfully! CONNECT deeply! SERVE generously!
WE EXIST THAT ALL MAY KNOW JESUS CHRIST & BECOME HIS FULLY DEVOTED FOLLOWERS.
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Confirmation is about learning and growing to proclaim faith for oneself for the 6th - 8th graders of Joy Reigns. But it is also about fun! One week of the first session of confirmation was a bunch of jumping fun. |
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PRAISE WORSHIP
*HYBRID WORSHIP 9:30 am*
THRIFT SHOP
Open every Saturday and Monday
9am - 12 pm
Volunteer-only days on Wednesday and
*Sunday January 23*
Donations accepted when open
BABY PANTRY
Every 1st Saturday of the Month
*January moved to 1/8 due to holiday*
EDGEWATER ELEMENTARY WEEKEND FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Distribution Every Friday
Packing Events will be announced soon!
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EDUCATION & SMALL GROUPS
Bible Study with PSY
Confirmation for Middle Schoolers
Meets again in January
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DEC 31st - JAN 7th, 2021
THIS WEEK'S LESSON:
John 1:35-51
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Curious about this week's meme? It generally has some connection to the weekly reading, which is: John 1:35-51
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DEC 31st - JAN 7th
FRIDAY
Jude 22
SATURDAY
Mark 3:35
SUNDAY
Romans 14:8
MONDAY
Ephesians 1:18
TUESDAY
Psalm 57:1
WEDNESDAY
Exodus 33:19
THURSDAY
1 John 2:2
FRIDAY
Deuteronomy 4:39
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A Message from Pastor Sara
Jesus says Come and See in this week’s Gospel reading. Often times you will hear a sermon that is an evangelism sermon from me about inviting your friends and family. This year I want to invite YOU to come and see the Lord. This has been another tough year to say the least. What would 2022 look like if you accepted the Lord’s invitation to come and see? Maybe it would mean joining a bible study? Or trying FAITH5 every night? Or praying in the morning while you exercise? Or sharing your time at the thrift shop or on the council?
What might it look like in 2022 to say to God, this is all too hard to do by myself and I want to acknowledge and see that You are with me? What might 2022 look like to say I want to prioritize my spiritual journey this year? What might it look like to have a New Year’s resolution about more than just eating better, or working out, or reading more (all good things)?
As we move into 2022 and with the council and staff restructure I will be moving my focus away from some administration and more into spiritual growth, I’d be delighted to join you on your come and see journey. Let me know how I can walk with you! Happy New Year!
God's Peace,
Pastor Sara
P.S. Thank you for the generous Christmas gift. It is my joy and pleasure to serve as your pastor. I’ll think of each of you fondly with my purchases.
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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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Diaper Packing Event Tuesday January 4th
Our next Diaper distribution is Saturday January 8th and volunteers are desperately needed to pack diapers on Tuesday January 4th. All are welcome to help pack and to help distribute diapers on Saturday January 8th from 9am-12pm. We can always use additional people who can speak Spanish, you don't have to be fluent, just enough to know what sizes and how many babies. Please contact Dee Thoren if you are available /interested in helping.
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Youth Ice Skating
While school is closed on January 18th, come ice skating with Danielle! All youth are invited to come to Quiet Waters Park on January 18th from 12:30-3:30 PM. Cost is $10 for ages 12 and above, and $9 for children under 12. All elementary age youth will need an adult chaperone! RSVP to Danielle by January 10th.
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Lucifer Theology Study begins
The hit series Lucifer was part mystery, part fantasy, part theology. Join Pastor Sara
for a six week series, to focus each week on a biblical character or theological theme
from the hit show. The group will meet via zoom at 8pm on Thursdays starting January
20th.
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Thrift Shop Closed Dec 25, and Jan 1
As we celebrate the coming of the Newborn King, and the turning of a new year, please note that Joy Thrift will be closed on Saturday, December 25th, and January 1st so that our wonderful volunteers can spend the holidays with their families. We will be open for regular hours on Monday, December 27th, and January 3rd, as well as volunteer hours on those Wednesdays.
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Annual Meeting
Mark your calendars for the Congregational Annual Meeting on Sunday January 30th following worship. This is a great opportunity to see how we have lived out our core values in the past year and to look ahead to 2022. We will also be electing new council members and approving our annual budget. Format TBD (live-streamed or only online).
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End-of-Year Gift
Don't forget that year end gifts need to be postmarked by TODAY and sent to PO Box 1436 Edgewater, MD 21037 or made online by 11:59 pm to be included on your 2021 Tax Statements. Thank you for your generosity! |
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Joy Reigns SERVES Generously
Joy Reigns serves generously with volunteers giving their time and without the assistance of our volunteers, many of the wonderful ministries that make Joy Reigns what it is wouldn't be possible. That said, we need your help in these specific areas:
- YouTube Moderator (every 4-6 weeks)
- Proofreader
- AV Tech Team
- Joy Thrift cashiers
- Worship volunteers: communion helpers, greeters, worship leaders.
If you are interested in learning more, or volunteering, or know someone who would be interested in serving in a ministry, please email Tina.
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Joy Reigns Job Postings
Joy Reigns is currently looking to fill two part-time positions: Audio/Video Tech, and Joy Thrift Coordinator. More information for both positions can be found on our website, and applications can be sent in via FaceBook. If you, or anyone you know are interested, please check them out!
Joy Reigns Lutheran Church in Edgewater, MD is seeking an energetic and positive Thrift Shop Coordinator. Responsibilities include coordinating operations of the store and volunteers (community, congregation and recovery). The Thrift Shop Coordinator is also responsible for our unique Recovery Rental Assistance Program that runs as part of Joy Thrift. This position is 15 hours per week every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 8 am – 1 pm. To see full job description go to our website. Please send inquires to officejrc@gmail.com.
Joy Reigns Lutheran Church in Edgewater, MD is seeking an Audio Video Technician to produce the best possible atmosphere for worship through sound and video. This includes, but is not limited to, creating the best music mix possible, creating an audio mix that meets the mood the pastor/worship leader wants to convey, and supporting the audio needs of the people involved with the church service. To see the full job description to to our website. Please send inquiries to officejrc@gmail.com
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PRAYERS
Joining our voices with the heavenly host and Christians throughout time and space, let us pray for the church, the world, and all in need.
Draw our attention to those who communicate through sign, braille, and technology. Make your church a place where all methods of COMMUNICATION are celebrated.
Creating God, the sun greats us anew each morning. Thank you for waking us up today to witness and share your abundance. AWAKEN us always to your wisdom and deepen our care for your natural world.
Emmanuel, in your name we are assured that you are with us. TRAIN nations and peoples to honor and respect one another, especially those whose names and identities have been mistreated, neglected, or oppressed.
You adopt us as your beloved ones. ACCOMPANY parents and children navigating the adoption process, especially those in the foster system. Sustain those struggling with infertility or pregnancy loss.
You journey with us through change. GUIDE those assuming new roles in this congregation or making transitions in their families, workplaces, or communities. As the seasons and the calendar change, equip us for unexpected challenges.
HEAR OUR PRAYERS FOR:
...Thanks that John Williams' granddaughter Dayana has recovered from Covid and grandson Jared is improving. Healing for son Joe and grandson Joey who have now tested positive and are symptomatic.
...For Naomi Talbott's friend, Katherine, who is fighting stage 4 cancer. For healing of body, mind and spirit. And that her pain will be controlled.
...For Bonnie who was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Prayers from the Joy Thrift Prayer Wall:
...prayers for peace, hope and love
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.
SUNDAY Jan 2nd
**NEW WORSHIP TIME**
9:30am
TUESDAY Jan 4th
Diaper Packing 6pm
SATURDAY Jan 8th
Baby Pantry 9am-12pm
SUNDAY Jan 9th
**NEW WORSHIP TIME**
9:30am
SUNDAY Jan 16th
**NEW WORSHIP TIME**
9:30am
MONDAY Jan 17th
Youth Ice Skating
12:30-3:30pm
THURSDAY Jan 20th
Lucifer Study Begins
8pm on Zoom
SUNDAY Jan 23rd
**NEW WORSHIP TIME**
9:30am
SUNDAY Jan 30th
**NEW WORSHIP TIME**
9:30am
SUNDAY Jan 30th
Annual Congregational Meeting
Following Worship
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The Strategic Planning Team and Congregational Council are currently working on the Strategic Foundation Plans to help Joy Reigns thrive. If you are interested in helping with this work or future visionary work, please let PSY know. To see the plan, click here.
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Steps 1-4: Building a Foundation
A team has been set up by the JRLC Council to explore the RIC (Reconciling in Christ) process. Team members are KL Broom, John Williams, John Osborn, and Hannah Rosekrans.
Since 1983, the Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Program has been a public way for faith communities to see, name, celebrate, and advocate for people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions in the Lutheran church. The RIC Program is made up of congregations, synods, colleges, seminaries, outdoor ministries, and other Lutheran organizations.
JRLC’s strategic plan, announced in June 2020, explores the process of becoming a RIC congregation. As the 11+ step process continues, your input will be sought and valued. The steps include education and testimonials as well as the crafting of a Welcoming Statement with congregational involvement throughout. The process includes a congregational vote to publish the statement and officially be considered a RIC Congregation.
The RIC process will begin by offering the congregation opportunities for engagement and input, and for understanding together what calling ourselves “RIC” means—and doesn’t mean. Look for more information and opportunities for engagement in the coming weeks. To learn more go to: https://www.reconcilingworks.org/resources/ric/
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Community Crisis Line Available To You
The Crisis Response System known as the "Community Warmline" is a service that provides Anne Arundel County Residents in crisis with supportive assistance and linkages to resources within the community.
The "Community Warmline" can receive calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at
(410) 768-5522. Non-emergency calls are handled by staff and will provide the caller with information, support and referrals. The Crisis Response System Staff intervene with callers who are experiencing a mental health and/or substance use disorder emergency. Also, the Crisis Response System "Community Warmline" coordinates calls with the police, fire and community agencies that are requesting information on crisis matters.
The Crisis Response System also provides service to the community through Mobile Crisis Teams, Homeless Outreach Services, Urgent Care Clinic, Sexual Assault Clinic, Community Education and Crisis Beds.
Tips from the Domestic Abuse Hotline for Staying Safe during COVID-19
While people are encouraged to stay at home, victims and survivors may feel isolated from friends and family. Click here to learn more. For any victims and survivors who need support, 24/7, call 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-799-7233 for TTY, or if you’re unable to speak safely, you can log onto thehotline.org or text LOVEIS to 22522.
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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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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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