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Happenings
WEEKLY E-blast news & updates
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This Sunday, we celebrate Baptismal Anniversaries. If you were baptized in the month of April, please light your baptismal candle, or any candle, during worship as we recognize and celebrate being a beloved child of God. | |
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The King's Embrace - You may have followed her journey on our Facebook group page, but come hear Pastor Cassandra's presentation on her trip to Bungoma, Kenya on Sunday, April 21 at 9:45am in the Fellowship Hall. All are invited to learn more about her visit and the ministry of The King's Embrace.
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Angel Reach Dinner - Please help support youth aging out of foster care learn cooking skills with this easy recipe for sloppy joe's. Items are due in the church kitchen on Thursday, April 25 at 11am. Sign up here.
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Save the date! Christian Jackson, founder of our partner in Haiti Y-Knot Missions, will be at Lord of Life on Sunday, May 5 to tell us more about this much needed ministry. | |
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Let's make the Pastor's Discretionary Fund Pig Roast a success! This important ministry of Lord of Life is used to assist those who have an immediate need in our community, regardless of affiliation with the church. So far this year we have assisted with 70+ requests, totaling around $20,000. WOW!
The Pig Roast is April 27th at 6pm. Silent and Live Auction planning is in progress, and we need your support. Let's tap into our resources. Connect with friends, family, neighbors or business associates. Click here to check out the most wanted auction items or email childrensfaith@lolonline.org.
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Members of the Global Mission Team, pastoral staff, and congregation met with Tim Krick, Senior Advisor of Congregation Engagement with Lutheran World Relief, to hear an update about their programs around the world. They continue to have immediate response to crisis while developing programs for long-term rebuilding of communities, careers, and families. We will share more information in the months to come. Visit lwr.org any time to learn more.
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The Common Table - A social ministry for adults age 55+ in conjunction with Trinity Episcopal next door. Next gathering: Tuesday, April 16 from 4:30-6pm at Palotta's Italian Grill in The Woodlands. To get more details, RSVP, or to get on the mailing list, email hgeiger100@gmail.com / 281-684-0144 or Peggy Sloan at 281-367-7016.
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Meals, Music and More - Need a quick and easy meal option on Wednesday nights? Join us for food and fellowship. All are welcome. April 17: Greek Night
5:45-7:00 pm Dinner Served
6:15-7:00 pm Kids Music Practice (if participating)
7:00-7:15 pm Evening Prayer Service (Vespers in Sanctuary)
7:15-8:45pm Adult Choir Practice (if participating)
| Lord of Life Concert Series presents The Woodlands Harp Quartet, featuring Bonnie Goodrich, Mary Radspinner, Valerie Sinha, & Ashley Wells. Sunday, April 21, 5 pm, in the LOL Sanctuary. Free to the community. | |
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Bunco Night - Join us the 4th Thursday of every month in the Welcome Center for fellowship and fun centered around playing Bunco. You do not need to know how to play. We will teach you. Bring $5 and a snack to share April 25 at 7pm.
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Calling All Fun Seekers! The Annual Pastor’s Discretionary Fund Pig Roast is Saturday, April 27th at 6pm. This is a super-fun, family-friendly event with entertainment for all ages! What's it for? Who does it support? How do I win the Ribs Contest? Learn more and register here.
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Exercise & Balance Class every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30am in Rm. 24 upstairs. All fitness levels are welcome!
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Weekly Bible Studies/Discussions | | |
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The Breakfast Club - Men's Study/Discussion Sundays at 9:45am in the Conference Room.
Women of the Word (WOW) Discussion/Bible Study - Navigating Life with Biblical Wisdom Sundays at 9:45am.
BOOK STUDY - Barbara Brown Taylor’s “Home By Another Way”. Sundays at 9:45am in the library/Rm. 21 upstairs.
| Young Adult Bible Study - Sundays at 9:45am in Rm. 25, upstairs. | |  |
Take your faith Beyond Sunday. This week on the podcast: What's the Bible Say About "The Bible"? We make a lot of claims about what scripture is and what it does, but does the Bible say anything about itself? Listen now. | |
Chocolate with Jesus, led by Rev. Tammy Fincher - Every Monday at 12:30pm in the conference room. Bring your Bible and prepare to eat chocolate. We are studying Esther.
Ladies Bible Study - Join us every Wednesday at 9:45am in the library upstairs. Next week: Heda Christ-Building Community, Old Testament to New Testament to the Present.
| Men's Breakfast - Bible Study this Saturday, April 13 at 7:30 am in the conference room. Grab some breakfast and a cup of coffee and join us for great conversation. | | | |
For the Kids
Children's Ministries at Lord of Life
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Sunday School for Kids:
Join us this Sunday at 9:45am.
3-year-olds through 4th grade gathers in Kids of the Kingdom Rm 1.
Club 56 for all 5th & 6th graders meets upstairs in Rm 26.
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Looking for oceans of fun this summer? Set sail June 3-7 for a whale of a good time at Lord of Life’s Scuba VBS! Kids will dive into an undersea world while discovering that God is a real friend who loves them forever. Click here for VBS Registration!
Are you jelly-fish that VBS is only for 4th grade and below? Don’t be crabby, attend as a volunteer. We need upcoming 5th graders through adults to make VBS happen. You get to do all the activities, get great snack (including breakfast), a free t-shirt and the joy of knowing that you have shared God’s love in a way that will have impact with kids. Click here to be part of the VBS Volunteer family.
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Hands of Faith Fair Trade Ministry at Lord of Life
Change the world, one purchase at a time.
STORE HOURS:
Monday-Thursday 10-2:30
Closed Fridays
Saturday 10-2:30
Sundays 9-12:30
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IMPORTANT DATES:
Mark your calendar to Connect, Celebrate and Serve!
April 13 - Compassion United
April 21 – Concert Series and Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
April 27 - Pig Roast
May 4 – New Member Class
May 5 – Confirmation Sunday
May 17-18 – Synod Assembly
May 19 – Congregation Meeting
June 3-7 – Vacation Bible School
June 17-20 – KOK Kamp
June 11-18 – Youth Mission Trip
June 24-28 – Lutherhill Day Camp/KOK Kamp
Sept. 27-29 - Women’s Retreat – Lutherhill, La Grange
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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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