Advent LC E-News May 2, 2024 | |
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- Worship Service Information
- Pastor's Note
- Call Committee Listening Meetings
- Needed: Volunteers for VBS & Registration
- Adult Sunday School
- The Fabulous Ladies of Advent Recipe Swap
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- Blessing Box Giving
- LYFE
- LYFE Upcoming Events
- May Birthdays & Anniversaries
- Prayer List
- Wednesday Bible Study - NEW Zoom Link
- Book Club
- WELCA Cluster Meeting
- Join Us in Germany!
- Sign Up for the Southeastern Synod E-News
- Online Giving
- Welcome Statement
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In-Person & Virtual Worship Services Sunday, May 5, 2024
Sixth Sunday of Easter
8:45am Encounter Service
9:45am Sunday School
10:45am Traditional Service
All services will be live-streamed to Facebook & YouTube.
This Sunday’s image of the life the risen Christ shares with us is the image of friendship. We are called to serve others as Jesus came to serve; but for John’s gospel, the image of servanthood is too hierarchical, too distant, to capture the essence of life with Christ. Friendship captures the love, the joy, the deep mutuality of the relationship into which Christ invites us. The Greeks believed that true friends are willing to die for each other. This is the mutual love of Christian community commanded by Christ and enabled by the Spirit.
Readings and Psalm
Acts 10:44-48
The Spirit poured out on the Gentiles
Psalm 98
Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands. (Ps. 98:4)
1 John 5:1-6
The victory of faith
John 15:9-17
Christ the friend and lover
For those worshiping online via Facebook or YouTube, please leave a comment while watching. We miss seeing you, and we'd like to know you are with us.
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Friends with whom we journey together:
This week we have the opportunity to examine how we accept the love from our Lord, and share it with, for a start, with our other disciples - those in our own faith community which we are committed to do ministry together. Each one of us is chosen by God and brought to this place to work together, loving each other, even when it is hard, so that we then have the possibility to share that same love in our wider world.
See you in worship,
Pastor Cathy
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Call Committee Listening Sessions | |
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The purpose of these meetings is to gather thoughts and ideas from the congregation in order to understand what it considers important, where we can improve, and where we want to go from here. Getting this feedback will assist the Call Committee in filling out the site survey documentation which we will then submit to the synod as part of the call process. It is also a good opportunity for us as a congregation to come together to discuss the future direction of our church.
Sign-up for the in-person and Zoom meetings for the Call Committee’s Listening Sessions. You can use the Sign Up button below OR there are sign up sheets in the Narthex. There are 4 opportunities for you to be heard.
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The in-person meetings take place on May 5th Noon & at 5pm.
Please sign up for only 1 meeting. There will be food provided.
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Volunteers Needed for VBS | |
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We are excited to announce that we are in need of dedicated volunteers for our upcoming Vacation Bible School VBS event, scheduled to take place from Monday, June 24th to Thursday, June 27th starting at 6pm. As we embark on this faith-filled journey, we are reminded of the comforting words, Whenever I'm afraid I put my trust in you. You can join us in spreading love, faith, and joy by volunteering by contacting Jacqueline Hofferth or Kim Summers or filling out the form below, for this wonderful event. Let's come together to make a difference in the lives of our community members.
Click the Registration button below to register your children for VBS.
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Lunch and Recipe Exchange | |
The Fabulous Ladies of Advent May Event
Sunday, May 26th at 1:00pm Bring a dish to share for our Luncheon and copies of the recipe! May have a fun game or two to play. RSVP by clicking the button below with which category your dish is in, so that everyone knows what to bring.
Pick a recipe from one of these categories.
*Appetizer
*Entree
*Side Dish
*Salad
*Dessert
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Our Blessing Box is a blessing to those around us that are in need and it’s frequently empty. Please think about adding a few items when you do your weekly shop.
As the weather gets warmer and kids are out of school, here are some items that would be helpful to those needing our blessing box. Frozen water bottles, kid friendly food & non perishables, items to make a meal such as canned chicken and tuna. Also remember that no household items, clothing or expired or fresh (perishable) food should be left in the box.
Thank you for your generosity and for being a part of this wonderful initiative.
Please text or email Cheryl Herberg (615) 300-6283, if you have any questions.
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May Birthdays and Anniversaries | |
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Brenna Ellis - May 3
Karis Paringson - May 4
Drew Mazur - May 6
Courtney Callahan - May 7
Kevin Compton - May 8
Vicki Priuska - May 9
Jacqueline Hofferth - May 10
Kyle Mattson - May 12
Thomas Fjelstad - May 14
Josephine Petzold - May 14
Bill Boland - May 15
Keith Boytek - May 16
Inge Troster - May 17
Donna Becker - May 22
Melanie Killian - May 23
Roy Priuska - May 27
Cathy Lively - May 29
Logan Sayler - May 29
Pat Kajetzke - May 31
Julie Seymour - May 31
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Cathy & Michael Cobler - May 6
Jerry & Regina Neitzel - May 8
Carol & Tim Hawkins - May 15
Eric & Carla Anderson - May 25
Cathy & Matt Lively - May 27
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Each week we will add any NEW prayer requests into the E-News.
- The family & friends of Randy Douglas
- The family & friends of John Peverly
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Prayer List for May 2, 2024
Prayer Requests—Requests will be printed for four weeks. If you would like the request continued, please resubmit.
Members: (12/7) Konnie Anderson; (6/22) Bobby Lawwell, Tyler Olsen & Family
Shut-Ins: Sue Joyce & Inge Troster
Pastor Cathy Crimi, Advent Staff & Advent Council
Friends & Relatives of Members: (4/25) Greg Batey, friend of Lori Sultzer; John Sakulich, brother of Theresa Molgren; Mary Sande, sister of Theresa Molgren; (4/18) Martha VanDervort, mother of Carol Hawkins; Randy Douglas, brother of Maria Adams; (4/11) Eileen & Tom Miller, friends of Linda Tewell; Sandy Hughes, her mother & her children, friend of Jeff Lysyczyn; Phil Robinson, friend of Jeff Lysyczyn; Jamie Sultzer, brother of Lori Sultzer; Amanda & Paul Yoder; 3-yr-old Isabela Omer, niece of Linda Fritz’s daughter-in-law; Mia Marine, friend of Lois Pitcock
Prayers of Comfort for Family & Friends of: (5/2) John Peverly, brother-in-law of Pastor Cathy Crimi; Randy Douglas, brother of Maria Adams; (4/18) Mario Lopez, father of Brand, friend of Kim Summers; Diana, sister of Brenda Daniel, friend of Linda Tewell; Tom Miller, husband of Eileen, friend of Linda Tewell; (4/11) Robin Odell, cousin of Linda Tewell; Carolyn Kobiske, member of Advent Lutheran; Grace Mickow, aunt of Pastor Cathy Crimi; (4/4) Chris, Sister of Troy Yost
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Wednesday Bible Study In-Person
and Zoom
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Wednesday Bible Study is meeting In-Person AND on Zoom. Choose which is appropriate for you.
Wednesdays @ 10:30am. If you are interested in joining in, please email Jack Nelson and let him know.
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May 14, 10am The in-person meeting will be held in the Choir Room. Those attending, please bring a sack lunch and join together in the Fellowship Hall.
May Book - The Women by Kristen Hannah
June Book - Horse by Geraldine Brooks
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Sign Up for the
Southeastern Synod E-News
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Are you looking to stay up-to-date with the latest news and events from the Southeastern Synod? Subscribe to our E-News today! Our newsletter provides valuable information about the synod's activities, including upcoming events, congregational resources, and exciting mission opportunities.
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Congregational Council Members
As of July, 2023
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Name
Craig Summers
Leigh Ann Maxwell
Jerrod Hofferth
Catherine Burnett
Name
Pati Ferrie
Cheryl Herberg
Cat Taylor
Joe Walker
Joanne Jobe
Lori Sultzer
Keila Wegmeyer
WORSHIP includes services, worship assistants, communion, instruments, A/V, equipment
NURTURE includes prayer ministry, Advent Shepherds, and mental health
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Officers
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Liaison
Property
Formation
Worship
Property & Community
Formation & Nurture
At Large
Youth Representative
FAITH FORMATION includes Christian ed, VBS, confirmation, seminarians, nursery, new member classes, and Bible study
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Terms End
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COMMUNITY includes small groups, fellowship, mission support to Synod & ELCA, and Community Aid & Assistance, e.g. ‘Boro Pride, Love Your Neighbor, Cold Patrol, Portico, M’boro Loves, Muslim Youth, PFLAG, and our blessing box
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Church Office is Open
Monday-Thursday 8am-1pm
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Church office is open Monday-Thursday from 8am - 1pm.
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Advent's Statement of Welcome,
Mission & Vision Statements
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Advent Lutheran Church is a welcoming and affirming congregation
of the ELCA Southeastern Synod.
We welcome and affirm all as they are, and share in God’s abundant grace through our worship, service, and fellowship.
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Vision Statement
Together as ELCA Lutherans, we are freed by Christ's grace to live faithfully, witness boldly, and serve joyfully.
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Mission Statement
At Advent Lutheran Church, we:
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develop our faith and relationships with God,
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discover the paths God has chosen for us,
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welcome all people and communities, and
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support the needs of God’s House.
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