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Happenings At
Lord Of Life Lutheran Church
"Where everybody is somebody, and Jesus is Lord!"
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Seasons Of:
Easter
And
Pentecost
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"But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you."
Matthew 6:33 (KJV)
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Coffee Hour Fellowship
Every Sunday
Join us for Coffee Hour every Sunday following the 9:30 AM service. Be with us in Fellowship Hall to socialize, catch up with church friends, enjoy some treats, and, of course, sip our "heavenly" coffee!
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From The Pastor's Desk:
What Is Lord of Life
Lutheran Church?
If we took a poll of members and our neighbors, I am pretty sure we would get a long list of adjectives to describe our congregation. Perhaps some would choose to describe an institution, others might describe the people who make up the church. When we seek to understand our calling from God, who we are and who we belong to, we turn to scripture. It is our source of faith and life in Christ. Paul addresses this very question in his first letter to the church in Corinth. These words are from the great 12th chapter:
"For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ. For in the one Spirit we were all baptized into one body...Indeed, the body does not consist of one member but of many.”
Paul illustrates this understanding with many examples, but the vision boils down to this - though we are many, we are called to be one body. We share one baptism, one faith, one Lord - we are called to be one, united, together. Of course, it’s the Spirit which does all this. As Luther points out in his Small Catechism, the Spirit “Calls, gathers, enlightens, and makes holy the whole Christian Church on earth”.
I find this to be a source of great comfort. It is a lasting hope in a world that pulls us in many directions. It gives me a deep peace in knowing my life is connected with all of you, and that together we are connected with Jesus. I hope you do, too.
All this is to remind us all that “the church” exists to uphold and sustain each of us, a tremendous gift of life and light we offer to a broken and fallen world. We need each other just as we need Jesus. We are a family of faith, and family needs to be together, and to support and care for each other.
Let us continue to gather, and if you have been away for a while, it’s time to return. We gather to worship and be lifted up. We gather to grow stronger and deeper in faith and life. We gather for fellowship and share life together. We gather to serve because we follow Jesus. We gather because we are one.
I look forward to seeing you soon! May your journey be filled with blessings!
Pastor Barry
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Contact Information For Interim Pastor Barry Scott
For general inquiries or pastoral emergencies when the church office is open, please call the church office: 609-268-0262.
For pastoral emergencies when the church office is closed, please call: 937-243-2777.
To email Pastor, please use: pastor@lordlife.us
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SPRING 2024 Cleanup Day Saturday, May 4th
Volunteers Needed!
A Message From Craig Baechler & Keith Lerner,
Property Care Ministry
Our Lord of Life Church Grounds spring Cleanup Day will be held on Saturday MAY 4, 2024 beginning at 8:30 AM. (No rain date) We are asking for all volunteers to meet us in the church parking lot by 8:30 AM on the scheduled date. Plan on approximately 4 hours of work, but any amount of time you can devote will be greatly appreciated.
Tasks:
We need help with weeding, raking/blowing off leaves, trimming of shrubs and tree branches, etc, etc.
Please Bring;
It is recommended that you bring your own work gloves, hand sanitizer, water and snacks. The church will provide tools, but you are welcome to bring your own.
Plan To Help? Let Craig or Keith Know:
If you plan to help with our cleanup, please contact Keith or Craig to let them know you will be helping.
To Email Keith - Click Here
To Email Craig - Click Here
We appreciate and thank you for any time you can spare to volunteer for this project!
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Special May Church Services | |
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Sunday, May 5th, At 9:30 AM
First Holy Communion
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Sunday, May 19th, At 9:30 AM
Confirmation
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“Bible Characters Come Alive”
Wednesdays,
10:00 AM At Church
A Message From David Dugan, Bible Study Leader:
Inspired by Pastor Carl Joecks’ popular monologues, (I vividly remember his story about Pilate!), this series features original compositions designed to help bring Bible characters alive. Each story begins with a relevant passage of Scripture and is followed by some thought-provoking discussion questions.
Come join Pastor Barry and me on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM at the church.
Some Additional Information:
The study has three sessions remaining. All are being held at Lord of Life. At each session, attendees will be given copies of that week's story (or stories) with discussion questions. Here are the topics, with the Bible reading references so that you can read the passages in advance:
May 1st:
Mary Magdalene - John 20:1-18
May 8th:
The Rich Young Man - Mark 10:17-31
Hagar - Genesis 16:1-15
May 15th:
Joseph (New Testiment) - Matthew 1:18-25, 2:13-23
Barnabas - Acts 9:23-30 and Romans 12:3-8
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Bible Study Lunch With The Lunch Bunch
There will be a luncheon at PJ Whelihans in Medford Lakes following our final Bible Study session of the season on May 15th. Lunch is scheduled for 12:30 PM. Please let Janell Reich or Barbara Wagner know if you will be attending.
To Email Janell - Click Here
To Email Barbara - Click Here
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Bible Study Will Resume In The Fall
May 15th will be the final Bible Study session until September 2024. Our first Fall sessions will be on Wednesday, September 18th at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall and Thursday, September19th at 7:00 PM on ZOOM. We will begin with the Book of Luke using Bible Project. To get a preview of our Luke sessions, click on the link below.
For A Preview - Click Here
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2024 Vacation
Bible School
Monday July 15th - Thursday, July 18th
All God's Creatures
The dates for Vacation Bible School are now set! This year's theme is, "All God's Creatures." Children ages Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 4 are invited to attend. There will be separate programs for Pre-K through Grade 1 and Grades 2 through Grade 4. The cost to enroll children is $5 per child, and registration is now underway.
We are always looking for volunteers, and anyone willing to volunteer can contact Breanne for training information and times.
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Bible, Faith, & Fellowship
(Age 3 - 4th Grade)
All children ages 3 to 4th grade are invited to join us at Bible, Faith, & Fellowship. Children will attend the first part of our Sunday morning 9:30 AM. Following the children's sermon, the group will leave the Sanctuary for Christian learning and other BFF activities. Friends are always welcome!
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Can You Help With Singing During The Children's Message?
If any adults would like to help lead our children during the Children's Message on Sunday mornings, please contact Janell Reich or Sue Dreisbach. You do not have to commit to every week, but any help would be appreciated.
To Email Janell - Click Here
To Email Sue - Click Here
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Thank You Confirmation Angels!
Many, many thanks to the Confirmation Angels Linda Baechler, Sharon Corcoran, Michele Ingrao, and Barbara Ma for their efforts in supporting Confirmation Students Mitchell Bettner, Dominic Gallagher, Josephine Grosser, and Jesica Tomlinson. Angels, you are greatly appreciated!
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Nursery Volunteers
Sign Up
On the third Sunday of each month, Lord Of Life will be having a "staffed" nursery during our 9:30 AM Sunday church service. We need to have 2 persons for each date. Orientation training will be provided prior to your first assigned date. If you are able to help, sign up by contacting Breanne.
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If you have questions about Youth Ministry or would like to volunteer as a BFF teacher or in any other program, please contact Breanne Tomlinson. A link to her email is below.
To Email Breanne - Click Here
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Wiley Ministry
Thursday, May 2nd,
At 10:00 AM
On the first Thursday of each month, Lord Of Life presents a program, Songs Of Joy and Scriptures, to the Wiley residents in Marlton. For May, we will have a Spirit theme. If you would like to participate by either singing, playing an instrument, doing a scripture reading, handing out song sheets, or just being there to greet the residents, please contact Janell Reich or Sue Dreisbach. You do not have to commit to every month. Please consider joining us to bring joy to Wiley!
Let Sue Dreisbach know if you are planning to be with us. We may be restricted as to the numbers of visitors that are permitted. Also, the use of masks will depend on their status. They may or may not be needed.
To Email Sue - Click Here
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Time For Talents
Friday, May 3rd,
At 10:00 AM
~~Easy Watercolor Painting~~
~~Needle Work For The Seamen's Church Institute~~
~~Learn To Crochet A Simple Baby Hat~~
~~Paint Seasonal Stones For The Church Entryway~~
Join us for a time of creativity and fellowship! This month we will be working on four projects! We'll continue with watercolor painting projects and also do needle work for The Seamen's Church Institute. Founded in 1834, the Seamen’s Church Institute promotes the safety, dignity, and improved working environment for those serving in North American and international maritime communities through pastoral care, training, advocacy, and thought leadership. Click on the link below to view what the completed project looks like and to learn more about Seamen's Church Institute.
For More Information - Click Here
Our final two projects will be crochetting a simple baby hat and refurbishing painted stones and painting new ones for seasons throughout the year which we place by the church main entrance.
All are welcome to join us! You can also bring your own project. Friends are always welcome.
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Book Club
Tuesday, May 14th,
At 1:00 PM
The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World
By Nobel Peace Prize Laureates:
Tenzin Gyatso, The 14th Dalai Lama
And
Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Come join us for an always stimulating conversation as we delve into a powerful book. In this nonfiction, the authors discuss the challenges of living a joyful life. It focuses on ways to cultivate joy in the face of widespread human suffering on both personal and collective levels. The Book of Joy is the next great gift book of our time!
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Evening Book Club?
Is anyone interested in having a Book Club meet in the evening hours? If there is enough interest, we can set one up. Please contact Janell if you would like to have this group started.
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Lunch Bunch
Wednesday, May 15th,
At 12:30 PM
PJ Whelihan's
61 Stokes Road, Medford Lakes
The May Lunch Bunch meal will be held at PJ Whelihan's in Medford Lakes. Come, and enjoy some wonderful food and fellowship. All are welcome: women, men, family, and friends! A sign up sheet is on the church bulletin board in the Narthex.
Contact Barbara Wagner if you have any questions. A link to her email is below.
To Email Barbara - Click Here
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Adult Ministry
Steering Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 16th, At 10:00 AM
All are welcome to give input as we look back over the past year and look ahead to plan what's next. Your input is greatly appreciated - the more people the better! The meeting agenda can be read in the link below. I would appreciate if you would take a few minutes to look at it and jot down your thoughts. Email your thoughts to me, either as a letter or on the attached agenda that you can access and print using the link below.
To Download The Agenda - Click Here
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People Enjoying People
(PEP)
Wednesday, May 25th, At 12:00 Noon
Mexican Fiesta!
We will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo (although a little late). Come and enjoy a time of fellowship, laughter, and food. Wear your sombreros, rebozos, huipils, sarapes, and ponchos if you have one. Please sign up on the sheet posted on the Narthex bulletin board if you are attending and the food you will bring.
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Devotion And Walk
Tuesday, May 28th,
At 10:00 AM
Estell Manor
109 Route 50, Mays Landing
(Weather Permitting!)
Join us for a brief devotion and picturesque walk. The park has flat, wide trails, a boardwalk over swampy areas, a nature center, and picnic facilities. The trails used to be railroad beds, making for flat, easy hiking. These trails explore mixed woods, tidal wetlands, mixed swamp, and low growing shrubs that host a great selection of birds, butterflies, dragonflies, plants, and mammals. The scenic quality of the Great Egg Harbor River is a bonus to this beautiful wooded park. Please contact Janell Reich if you would like to carpool.
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Save The Date!
PEP Ballpark Picnic
Thursday, June 13th, At Noon
The Dreisbach's will host this special event at their home. Details will be announced in next month's LifeLines.
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Monday Message:
Sign Up!
Each Monday, Janell is emailing weekly encouraging messages. If you would like to receive them, please contact Janell.
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If you have questions about Adult Ministry, please contact the Adult Ministry Director, Janell Reich. A link to her email is below.
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Messages From Sandy O'Neal,
Women's Ministry Coordinator
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Women's Ministry To Host
Coffee Hour
Sunday, May 5th
Women’s Ministry is responsible for Coffee Hour on May 5th. Please bring your donations of breakfast items, drinks, or other goodies to the kitchen at 9:00 AM. Also, if you are able to stay to help clean up, it would be greatly appreciated! Please contact me if you will be participating.
To Email Sandy - Click Here
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BUNCO Is Back!
Saturday, May 11th,
At 11:00 AM
The first Women’s Ministry BUNCO of 2024 will be held on Saturday, May 11th, at 11:00 AM in Fellowship Hall. If you would like to join us, please sign up on the sheet posted to the bulletin board in the Narthex. All women are welcome; invite your mom, daughter, and friends. Sign up on the sheet posted to the Narthex bulletin board so that we know you will be there. Please bring a food dish to share as we have done in the past. Drinks will be provided.
The cost to participate is $5.00 per person. Payment is due by May 11th. You can put your payment into an envelope marked with your name and BUNCO. Place it into my church mailbox 107, hand it to me, or pay at the door. Let’s all have some fun and laughs!
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Suggestions?
Planning is underway for future Women's Ministry events. If you have any suggestions for what you would like to see this ministry do and possible events or get togethers, please email me, Sandy O'Neal. A link to my email is below.
To Email Sandy - Click Here
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Women's Ministry Email List
We are updating our email list to ensure all women at Lord of Life receive announcements and invitations for Women's Ministry events. Please email me to have your name added to our notifications mailing list. A link to my email is below.
To Email Sandy - Click Here
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"Stepping-stones To Health"At Lord Of Life:
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Focus On Health Corner
(Located In Fellowship Hall)
The Stepping-Stones to Health Committee has developed a new program to provide more information about important topics in health and illness. Using the monthly health/illness foci, we will offer a “Focus on Health Corner” in the Fellowship Hall. Each month, the table will share information and resources on significant health issues that affect many in our community and beyond. May’s foci include mental health and arthritis.
Please let us know if there is a topic that you would like to have highlighted. The committee includes Lu and Ed Hourihan, Barbara Ma, Joan Molner, Janell Reich, and Cynthia Tait.
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Strong Bones And Balance Fitness Program
Tuesdays,
May 14th And May 28th, At 6:30 PM
Join us at our next program offering, Strong Bones and Balance Fitness, which meets in Fellowship Hall. This video class is open to all ages, with exercises that can be adjusted for nearly any ability level. Come as you are in comfortable clothes.
If you have questions, please get in touch with Cynthia Tait by email carussell1@comcast.net or phone 602-708-6997.
(Our June dates will be Tuesdays,
June 11th and 25th at 6:30 PM.)
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Daniel Plan
Potluck Dinner
Monday, May 13th,
At 5:30 PM
On Monday, May 13th there will be a Daniel Plan Potluck Dinner at 5:30 PM in Fellowship Hall. All are invited. Bring your own favorite dish and the recipe. It will be a time of mutual support as we share our successes and challenges. Daniel Plan Graduates, please come prepared to tell your personal experiences to all at the dinner.
If you will be attending, sign up on the sheet posted on the Narthex bulletin board with your name and what dish you will bring. For more information, you can contact either Cynthia Tait or Janell Reich. Links to their emails are below.
To Email Cynthia - Click Here
To Email Janell - Click Here
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Stepping Stones Planning Meetings
We would like to invite congregation members to be a part of our Stepping Stones Ministry. Our next planning meetings are:
Tuesdays, May 14th at 10:00 AM and June 11th at 3:00 PM
For more information, contact Cynthia Tait. A link to her email is below.
To Email Cynthia - Click Here
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Quilt Ministry
Thursday, May 9th
At 10:00 AM
The next meeting of the Quilters will be on Thursday, May 9th at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall. We will be working on a variety of tasks such as sorting fabric, making quilt kits, and tying quilts.
If you are unable to be with us at our meetings and want to make quilts, kits are available in the Narthex on the quilting display table, and pre-cut batting pieces and backings can be found in the quilting closet in Fellowship Hall.
Bed Sheets!!!
Bed sheets make great backings for the quilts. You can use any size and cut them to the correct size as needed. We welcome donations of new or lightly used bed sheets. They can be dropped off on the quilting table or in the Fellowship Hall closet. Label them for “Quilting Ministry.” Thank you in advance!
Remember:
Quilt Ministry is open to everyone! There are many simple tasks that you can do. The only cost to join our group is your time!
There are simple jobs that anyone can do. They are:
Sort donated material.
Cut squares of material, pieces of batting or backing.
Put 48 squares together to make a kit.
Sew 48 squares together.
Pin a quilt top, batting, backing together.
Tie a quilt together.
Sew the edge of a quilt.
Gloria Brosious leads our group and will provide instruction. Hope to see you on the 9th!
To Email Gloria - Click Here
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Grace Place Registration
For 2024-2025
Is Now Open
Registrations for next school year, which begins in September 2024, are now being accepted. Please contact the Grace Place Director, Amy Wilmot, for information or to register your child. The phone number to call is 609-268-2756 and a link to her email is below.
To Email The Director - Click Here
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Grace Place Seeking New Treasurer
Term To Begin September 2024
Grace Place is seeking to have a new treasurer for the next school year. This is a volunteer position that someone from the congregation can fill. It is helpful for this church member to have a background in accounting and managing budgets, but it is not a requirement.
Here is the job description for Grace Place Treasurer:
The Treasurer is responsible for keeping the financial records of the preschool program in order. They will look at income and expenses of the program and compare them to projected budgets. He or she is also responsible for approving checks needed for the program. They will need to attend one Grace Place Board meeting a month.
If you wish to be considered for this volunteer position, please contact Grace Place Director, Amy Wilmot.
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2024 Mission Trip
Your Support Is Needed!
Bake Sale - Saturday, May 11th And Sunday, May 12th
This fundraiser will benefit the mission team going to Kentucky. Homemade goodies will be on sale Saturday, May 11th during Bunco, before and after the Saturday evening, May 11th worship service, and following the Sunday morning, May 12th worship.
We are asking for congregation members to donate baked goods and help us fill the table with a variety of sweets. Your hands will help our hands do God’s work in Kentucky. Please have your baked items to the church between 9:00 and 10:00 AM, on Saturday morning, May 11th.
Thank you in advance for your generosity!
(If you have any questions, please contact Penny Miller. A link to her email is below.)
Miles For Mission
Another way you help support our Mission Team is to buy "mission miles." Each mile is $5. Fill out the form that is available in the church Narthex or print it out using the link below. Place the completed form and contribution in an envelope and either place it into the offering during church services or mail it to the church.
To Print The Form - Click Here
Thrivent Members Can Also Help
For those who have accounts with Thrivent, please consider obtaining a Thrivent gift card which will help cover a variety of expenses. These were very useful last year and much appreciated. If you are able to request a gift card, contact Penny Miller.
To Email Penny - Click Here
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Join Our Mission Team
The Lord of Life Mission Trip Team will be working with the organization, Appalachia Service Project, again. This year we are heading to Harlan County, Kentucky, 635 miles away. So far, there are seven of us going on this project. We will be serving from July 27th to August 3rd. The team would be thrilled if other church members join in. The cost for room and food is $375 per person. Payments can be made in installments due on May 15th and June 15th or all at one time. Penny Miller is the contact person, and a link to her email is below. Please consider being a part of our team!
To Email Penny
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Lord of Life's Book Exchange continues through June 23rd. There is a table set up in the entryway. You are welcome to drop off any books that you think others might enjoy reading: fiction, non-fiction, and puzzle books. They can be for any age. You are invited to browse the table and take any book you would like to read. If you have any questions, contact Janell Reich.
To Email Janell - Click Here
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Can You Help Mow
The Church Lawn?
Thanks to all who have signed up to mow our lawn! BUT, we still have a few open dates that need to be filled. The dates are for an individual week beginning:
May:12th and 24th
June: 9th
July: 21st and 28th
September: 29th
October: 13th and 27th
If you are able to help out with one or more of these dates, please contact Keith Lerner. Training will be given to all volunteers. A link to Keith's email is below.
To Email Keith - Click Here
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Ice Cream Cruise
Save The Date!
Sunday, June 2nd
(Depart From Church At 10:45 AM)
For this year's annual Ice Cream Cruise, we will be going to Stewart's of Tuckerton (102 West Main Street, Tuckerton). It serves food as well as ice cream treats. The restaurant has both inside and outdoor seating. It is right beside Tuckerton Seaport and Museum, which offers great views of the inlet and a wonderful place to visit. Other details will be in the May and June LifeLines. All types of cars or truck can be used to join us on this fun outing!
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Ohana Ukuleles
There will be practice on Mondays, May 6th and May 20th at 1:30 PM.
New members are welcome. Please contact Janell Reich for more information.
To Email Janell - Click Here
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Holy Eucharist Ministry
Any church member who is unable to be at our services and would like to receive Holy Communion at their home should contact either the church office (609-268-0262) or Penny Miller (609-726-1698). A time for a visit will then be planned.
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Soup Ministry
If you make a meal or soup and have leftovers, please consider donating them. We are asking you to store food in a disposable deli container, label the contents, and place it in the large, upright freezer in the church kitchen which is located next to the stove. The food will be distributed to those of the congregation who are in need. Please contact Bettie Lohman or Barbara Ma with names of folks who could use a delivery.
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Do You Have A Favorite Hymn Or Church Song?
Do you have a hymn or song that you would like to hear or sing at worship?
Please reach out to Rick Krause and let him know by phone (856-287-5328) or by email using the link below.
To Email Rick - Click Here
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Ongoing Collection For
The Christian Caring Center
And
Bridge Of Peace
Please drop off your items for both the Christian Caring Center and Bridge Of Peace into the appropriate shopping cart located in the church entry hallway. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Needs List For
The Christian Caring Center
FOOD PANTRY:
peanut butter & jelly
tuna
soups
instant potatoes
mac & cheese
cereal, breakfast bars, Nutri-Grain bars
juice
shelf milk
pasta & sauce
CLOTHING:
warm sweatshirts and sweatpants
jeans of all sizes, but especially waist sizes 32 to 36
sneakers
tee shirts
hygiene items (filled with small size items)
sleeping bags
SHELTERS:
twin Sheets
new comforters
gently used or new pots and pans
cleaning supplies (Dawn, bathroom cleaner, etc)
gently used or new towels & washcloths
zippered plastic sheet protectors for twin beds
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Christian Caring Center Newsletter
The link below will lead to the most current Christrian Caring Newsletter which is March 2024.
To Read The March 2024 Newsletter - Click Here
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Needs List For Bridge Of Peace Food Pantry
The food pantry at BOP could use several items that are currently in low supply. Here is the list of these groceries. Donations can be placed in the shopping cart in the church entryway.
Peanut Butter
Canned Tomato Sauce
Canned Fruit
Boxed Pasta
Boxed Macaroni And Cheese
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Helping Hands Ministry
Wednesday, May 22nd,
At 9:00 AM
(Sandwiches For The Christian Caring Center)
Helping Hands is a monthly ministry to make sandwiches for the homeless served by Christian Caring Center. It meets the last Wednesday of each month. We form an assembly line and make about 200 sandwiches in an hour. Jobs are easy – putting meat and cheese on a roll, placing sandwiches in a baggie, counting the sandwiches, and putting them in a grocery bag. Everyone gets a small, easy task and a lot gets done quickly while we share some time together. We keep everyone safe by wearing gloves and masks, spacing ourselves, and venting the room. All are invited to join us! If you have any questions, please contact Sue Dreisbach. A link to her email is below.
To Email Sue - Click Here
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MORE Athletic Shoe Collection
MORE stands for Modular Organic Regenerative Environments. The group is 100% funded by recycling athletic shoes, keeping them out of landfills. Donated shoes are sold to participating vendors in developing countries. Proceeds regenerate forests and jump start small farming co-ops in needy regions. This creates retail jobs while stimulating free enterprise. MORE provides basic supplies, tools, seeds (fruit-bearing mango, papaya, avocado and income producing mahogany), and agroforestry training to poor farming families, school children and rural villages.
You can contribute your used sneakers or athletic shoes by placing them in the collection box located in the church entryway. Please sneaker-type used footwear only, no dress or other shoes.
For Information About MORE - Click Here
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UPCOMING EVENTS
AT CROSS ROADS
WEDNESDAYS AWAY
Once per month (please see the website for exact dates), this program is held. Wednesdays Away is a time of spiritual renewal hosted by Cross Roads throughout the year. Our time together includes prayer and conversation, led by a spiritual director and focusing on a different spiritual practice or theme each month. These retreats are open to all people interested in exploring new faith practices. Attend one or attend all—and be sure to invite friends to join you.
Learn more and register at: www.crossroadsretreat.com/wednesdays-away/
OPEN HOUSES
Saturday, May 4th
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Saturday, June 8th
You are welcome to visit Cross Roads Camp & Retreat Center for one of their open houses this spring! Learn all about summer and year-round opportunities. Take a tour of camp, hear stories about summer camp, ask questions of our staff, and finish with a delicious lunch in the dining hall.
These are especially great opportunities for families interested in sending their children to camp for the first time (or attending Family Camp together) or for retreat leaders interested in one of our many buildings that are open year-round. These tours start at 10:30 AM from the Lodge and conclude after lunch at noon. Please register by the Monday before the date attending.
Learn more and register at: https://www.crossroadsretreat.com/open-houses/
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American Red Cross
Blood Drive At Lord Of Life
Tuesday, June 18th, From 2:00 PM Until 7:00 PM
Your blood donation is critially needed! Please help to provide the "Gift Of Life" to those in need of this precious life supporting substance. Click on the link below to make an appointment for our blood drive. Both regular and Power Red appointments are available. Thank you in advance!
To Sign Up For The Blood Drive - Click Here
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Continuing Your Contributions: | |
Your continuing financial support is essential to maintain the Ministries of Lord Of Life. Offerings are being collected at all church services. If you are still not attending services at our church building, your contribution can be mailed to the church (1 Winchester Court, Tabernacle, NJ 08088). Both Simply Giving and Tithe.ly remain in place for all to use.
Something new has been added to make it easier for you to contribute to Lord of Life using your cell phone! Simply scan the QR code below with your cell phone, and you will be able to make a donation using Tithe.ly.
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(More information about these electronic ways to contribute can be found on the church's website. The link is below.)
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Tithe.ly Options
Using Tithe.ly on your cell phone has a new added feature. You are now able to pick a particular fund for your contribution to Lord of Life. The photo below shows the catagories of giving. We will update what appears on the list if a new catagory comes about or if one ends.
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Photos From Easter
At Lord Of Life
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Easter Church Service
Sunday, March 31st
He is risen! He is risen indeed!
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May Birthdays
May 3: Sara King and Craig Schmauder
May 4: Eleanor Brockington
May 7: Beth Hopkins and Diane Maurer
May 9: Bethany Beneventano and Abigail Cosper
May 11: Carole Vernon
May 12: Susan Jasinski, Andrew Leach, and Benjamin Michaleski
May 13: Carol Smith
May 14: Colleen Welling
May 15: Ed Harding, Lynn Kronenberger, Grace Michaleski, Kaitlin Murray, Tyler Reich, and Christene Willitts
May 16: Harry Granfors and James Scheuermann
May 17: Ashley Vorwerk
May 19: Carol Ebersberger
May 21: Chuck Bubeck and Linda Russ
May 22: Gillian Ingrao and Bobby Murray
May 23: Chad Allen
May 25: Jan Baker, Neil Brown, Ed Graham, and Nicholas Yannessa
May 26: Kelsey Sarnecki
May 28: Larry Godfrey and Shelby Smith
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May Wedding Anniversaries
May 6: Aubrey Nichols & Dylan Shepard
May 7: Joanne & Paul Safier and Cynthia & Tom Tait
May 12: Julie & Barry Scott and Jodi & Bill Shover
May 14: Patricia & Robert Barnes
May 15: Colleen & John Welling
May 17: Barbara & Larry Godfrey
May 19: Judy & Keith Lerner, and Heather & Ed Vernier
May 22: Linda & John Schwarzmann
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May Baptismal Anniversaries
May: Armando Dennis and Farrah Dennis
May 2: Jenna Ingrao and Eric Mattson
May 5: Erin Gordon
May 6: Nicole Sander
May 7: Charlotte Ghegan, Gwendolyn Ghegan, and Julia Ghegan
May 9: Denise Sunbury
May 12: Cliff Dehoff and Amelia Kucklinca
May 15: Dominic Gallagher
May 16: Joyce Harper and Rob Hollenbeck
May 17: Tom Larson
May 20: James Ernst and Leslie Schmauder
May 24: Kim Mattson
May 25: Tom Harbora and Penny Miller
May 26: Andrew Frey
May 28: Judy Lerner
May 31: Lyndsey Millere
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Happy Mother's Day!
Sunday May 12th
To all our Lord of Life moms, have a wonderful and blessed day!
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This traditional gospel folk tune possibly originated at the time of the Civil War. Its oldest known recording was done in 1927. It has been performed by countless artists over the years and is still popular today. This version is sung by Andy Griffith. Enjoy!
To Listen - Click Here
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