Let's celebrate and honor the strength, resilience, and unique abilities of individuals with disabilities this month! Disability Pride Month is a time to recognize the importance of inclusion, diversity, and acceptance in our communities. Let's come together to support and empower individuals with disabilities, and work towards creating a more inclusive and accessible world for all. Join us in spreading awareness, promoting equality, and celebrating the beauty of diversity during this special month!
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Thank you to those who have signed up! You made this easy!
SIGN-UPS
1. Vicki would like to take some time off from being the Fellowship Coordinator for June, July, and August. This entails setting up for fellowship (making the coffee/lemonade and setting out treats appropriately), and then cleanup per the kitchen rules. Vicki can walk you through what she typically does on a Sunday. Contact Theresa via email or call/text her at 763-447-7582 to sign up for this. This is an URGENT need! Thank you for considering stepping in!
People IN CHARGE Signups:
July 7th Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian
July 14th Wayne & Cherie Stevens
July 21st Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian
July 28th Mary Johnson
August 4th Joy Hubbell
August 11th
August 18th Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian
August 25th
2. We need people to sign up to bring treats! Below is what our Current Treat Signup looks like! Bringing treats can be as simple as a couple dozen cookies or donuts, crackers and cheese, etc. Simple finger foods are best!
People to bring treats:
July 7th Nancy and Marlene Mahoney-Martian
July 14th Wayne & Cherie Stevens
July 21st Dianne & Al Yonk
July 28th Mary Johnson
August 4th Joy Hubbell
August 11th
August 18th Nancy & Marlene Mahoney-Martian
August 25th
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You can bring egg cartons to church and we will make sure they get them.
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Budget Change Proposal
In a recent meeting, New Day’s Church Council formally created a nonexempt, part-time, hourly employee position to provide administrative and technology support. Theresa Jones has been selected to fill this position.
Since this position will impact Church expenses, a congregational meeting will be held August 11 at 10:30 am to confirm the Council’s decision and address any questions. Additional information will be distributed prior to the meeting.
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Parents: We have the ability to take ALL the kids on a fun excursion. Talk with your littles and see what they might like to go do and let us know. Some suggestions so far have been the museum, the aquarium, and such places. | | | |
Council
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NO JULY MEETING! Sunday August 18 at 10:30am upstairs conference room.
- All congregants are welcome to attend council meetings.
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If you would like to request time to address the council please contact Merlene Brockway at (208) 317-3757 or email president@newdaylutheran.org
Thrivent Choice Dollars & Action Grants
- Do you have Thrivent Choice Dollars that need to be allocated? This is your friendly reminder that New Day would appreciate your generosity if you choose us as your recipient.
- Are you able to help New Day fund projects through an Action Grant? Pastor Ann can help you with ideas or assist you in applying.
Health and Safety Committee
- If you would like to be CPR/first aid/AED trained please contact us at church@newdaylutheran.org
Worship Committee
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Linda Reuter, Nancy Duff, Mary Johnson, Dianne Yonk, Vicki Krogstrand, Paulette Kirsch
- If you want to help with worship setup, tear down, reading, or communion contact one of the people above.
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Monday Coffee
Mondays 10am Greenhouse Coffee
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Bible Study
Mondays 6pm Church Columbarium Narthex
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Beer Group
Tuesdays 3pm Idaho Brewery Idaho Brewing Company
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Book Club
1st Wednesday each month 4pm Church Parish Hall
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Thursday Coffee
Thursdays 10am Greenhouse Coffee
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Dog Gone Fun Day
1st Friday each month 4pm Idaho Falls Dog Park if 50°+ and no precipitation.
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Prayer Requests
EMAIL Cherie for prayer requests and to be added to the list:
wandc3@msn.com
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OUR VISION: Passion for God, Compassion for All means we strive to be a loving, Christian community who are excited and passionate about sharing the love and grace of Jesus Christ with everyone. Regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious background or health, you are welcome here!
OUR MISSION: Love Christ and others by accepting and welcoming all in worship, fellowship, Bible study, and community outreach while celebrating our gifts and talents. Jesus said, “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another…” John 13:34.
For us it’s simple – Jesus loved all people and so we want to love all people.
WELCOME, INCLUSION, CELEBRATION, AND ADVOCACY STATEMENT FOR NEW DAY LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)
Because we are loved by God, New Day Lutheran Church is a Reconciling in Christ (RIC) congregation that welcomes all people. We invite you to join us in our commitment to support and advocate for:
People of every color, culture, and ethnic background
People of every gender identity and sexual orientation
People of all mental and physical abilities
People who are single, widowed, divorced, separated, partnered, blessed or married
People of all ages, political persuasions, levels of education
People of every economic circumstance or social status
People of any religious affiliation or none
People of all family configurations
People who speak languages other than English
People who have felt excluded or marginalized
We commit ourselves to embracing the work of anti-racism, social and economic justice, and environmental care.
We encourage all people to participate in the sacraments and all aspects of the life of our church
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Reflections After One Year
Bishop Meggan Manlove
“14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, 15and saying, ‘The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news.’” Mark 1:14.
Since preachers following both the Revised Common Lectionary and Narrative Lectionary were in Mark this year, it seems appropriate to revisit these all-important words near the beginning of the gospel. July 1, 2024, also marks one year of me serving as bishop of the Northwest Intermountain Synod and I have been reflecting on the many ways I have seen the reign of God coming near all across our synod.
A synod is still a hard thing to wrap arms or words around. Who are we? What do we do? What is our role? When I get together with colleagues from other denominations we often laugh about this challenge—what is a middle judicatory (the organization between the local and national)? And, as I’ve written before, we all are the synod. A few of us make up the synod staff. Our governance happens through synod assemblies and synod council meetings.
In the Northwest Intermountain Synod, I find it helpful to begin with what it means to be Lutheran in our specific part of the world and in this time. We are not the only people who are rooted in and called to proclaim God’s abundant grace, but it is central to who we are and what we offer our worshiping communities and the larger communities in which we live. Relatedly, we interpret scripture with Jesus Christ at the center. More specifically, we interpret scripture with Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection at the center. We are both freed from sin and death and freed for loving our neighbor. This neighbor love takes on many beautiful expressions across our synod. The Lutheran movement started during the Reformation, and we are reforming still. The act of interpreting scripture (with our Lutheran hermeneutic) is ongoing and so we as the ELCA have social statements and messages that speak to our time. Though Luther is credited with starting the Reformation, which led to a splintering of Christianity, Lutherans today are deeply ecumenical. We are committed to working towards Christian unity for the sake of the gospel. My belief that our Lutheran lens and voice is of value in the Intermountain West has been confirmed by visiting so many of our ministry sites over the past year and hearing so many of your stories..
Central to a synod are its unique ministries, all related to the Lutheran identity described above. When we talked about collaboration as a Treasure Valley Cluster in Southern Idaho, we often asked, “What can we do better together that we cannot do on our own?” I mentioned these five Cs during the spring synod council meeting; alliteration can be a helpful:
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Candidacy (the ELCA’s process for developing new pastors and deacons)
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Call Process (during a leadership transition)
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Campus Ministry (we financially support our three campus ministries)
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Companion Synod (our relationship with the Ulanga Kilombero Diocese of Tanzania)
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Connection (Using in-person visits, electronic newsletter, social media, Zoom series to help the synod staff and council connect with you and help you all connect with one another—connection and communication have been an emphasis this year)
And someone on the synod council who was not me, which may be surprising, asked, “What about Camps?” Yes, indeed.
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Camps (our three outdoor ministries, are essential partners in the NWIM Synod).
This past year, I have instinctively emphasized one more thing, though it starts with L:
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Leadership Development. Every time I received an email about a continuing education event, conference, seminar, webinar, gathering, I tried to recruit lay and/or rostered leaders to participate. Our outdoor ministry sites and campus ministries are essential partners in leadership development. Leadership development helps us start new ministries. Partnering with the Montana Synod’s Lay Ministry Associate program will be a key component to leadership development going forward. I have no idea what exactly the Holy Spirit is up to as the church transforms into its next iteration, but I know we will need dedicated, compassionate, and equipped lay leaders, pastors, and deacons.
Even though they are abundant, stories about people sharing the love of God in Jesus Christ through words and actions rarely make the headlines, so it can be easy to lose heart. And there is no doubt that the ELCA, the Northwest Intermountain Synod, and many local ministry sites will look and feel different in five more years, the end of this bishop-term. But the Holy Spirit is moving in our synod and the reign of God is breaking in. Of this I am sure because I have witnessed it all year long. Thank you for the honor of serving in this role.
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Luther Heights Bible Camp | We are an owner of Luther Heights Bible Camp - so it is important we are invested in the things they are up to! If you need more info on them, call 208-886-7657 or email them at info@lutherheights.org 2024 Schedule | Do you want to go to a retreat but don't want to drive? Let us know! There are carpool options available! |
RENT-A-CABIN
Looking for a quick getaway or making Labor Day Weekend plans? Select cabins are available for rental July through September. Reservations must be made two weeks in advance by someone 18+.
Cost: Two night stay: $200 for cabin, including food + $75/each additional person; or $150 for a cabin, food not included + $30/each additional person. 5 years old and under are free. Cabins can sleep up to 12 (6 bottom bunks).
Dates: Contact info@lutherheights.org and/or associate@lutherheights.org to request dates and make reservations.
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WOMEN’S WELLNESS
This retreat will be centered on workshops entitled, “For Such a Time as This: A Study on the Book of Esther,” led by retired Pastor Suzanne Thomas of Ketchum, ID. Time in retreat will also include compline, with closing worship and communion. This weekend will also offer plenty of time to enjoy camp activities, new friends, and time to be. Add on our additional offerings, listed below, to ensure a meaningful time in the mountains. Plan to join us for the retreat and close out your weekend with a visit to the Sawtooth Festival (Arts, Crafts, and Food) in Stanley on Sunday.
Cost: $145
Dates: July 19-21
Retreat Add-ons:
Yoga
Added cost: $10
Time frame: 1 hour
Rise & Release with Candy Canning of Catalyst Art Collaborative
We all harbor difficult emotions within us. Rise & Release offers us a chance to allow those (often pent up) feelings to come to the surface, just long enough to process and reflect upon them. Guests will be invited to share if they choose, giving us a glimpse into some of the many issues so many of us are facing on a daily basis. We'll participate in a group activity, using our bodies as a conduit for mindset change, as we reframe our thoughts from invasive or negative to more positive thoughts, or sometimes, releasing them completely. Together, we'll create large banners with paint sticks and acrylics, resulting in a shared art piece that can be displayed or cut into smaller pieces and shared among the group.
Added cost: $20
Time frame: 2-3 hours
No prior art experience required. All supplies will be provided.
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H.E.R. — HIKE, EXPLORE, RENEW (FORMERLY KNOWN AS HIKE + PRAY)
Meet other women who want to hike, explore, and renew themselves this weekend! Join Ashlee on the Alice Lake hike, join one of the other hikes available this weekend, or visit a local hot spring. Let this weekend be your opportunity to explore the Sawtooth Mountains with other women, disconnect from the stresses of daily life, reconnect with yourself and old friends, all while connecting with new friends, the beauty of creation, and your guiding center. Add on our additional offerings, listed below, to ensure a meaningful time in the mountains. Plan to join us for the retreat and close out your weekend with a visit to the Sawtooth Festival (Arts, Crafts, and Food) in Stanley on Sunday.
Cost: $145
Dates: July 19-21
Retreat Add-ons:
Yoga
Added cost: $10
Time frame: 1 hour
Rise & Release with Candy Canning of Catalyst Art Collaborative
We all harbor difficult emotions within us. Rise & Release offers us a chance to allow those (often pent up) feelings to come to the surface, just long enough to process and reflect upon them. Guests will be invited to share if they choose, giving us a glimpse into some of the many issues so many of us are facing on a daily basis. We'll participate in a group activity, using our bodies as a conduit for mindset change, as we reframe our thoughts from invasive or negative to more positive thoughts, or sometimes, releasing them completely. Together, we'll create large banners with paint sticks and acrylics, resulting in a shared art piece that can be displayed or cut into smaller pieces and shared among the group.
Added cost: $20
Time frame: 2-3 hours
No prior art experience required. All supplies will be provided.
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FLY-FISHING RETREAT
Ages 10 and up; All Skills Levels Welcome
Come explore some of Idaho’s best waters in the heart of the Sawtooth Mountains. Whether you’re an experienced angler or an adventurous novice, this is the perfect opportunity to test your skills and fish with friends. The weekend will include casting lessons, a fly-tying workshop, and time on the water. Relax after a full day of fishing with evening worship around the campfire. Luther Heights can supply all the equipment needed, however please email info@lutherheights.org to make your equipment reservations. A fishing license, one-day or season, is required.
Cost: $145
Dates: August 2-4
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FINDING JOY THROUGH GRIEF
"Weeping may linger for the night, but joy comes in the morning.” Psalm 30:5b
Take this time and space to process personal grief with guided meditations, personal reflection, and communal support with facilitators Pastor Barb Condon, Grief and Bereavement Practitioner, and Tami McLaughlin.
Cost: $145
Dates: August 2-4
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FAITH LEADERS RETREAT
Leading Beyond Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
This retreat is a unique opportunity for faith leaders of a variety of titles to gather, learn, rest, and connect with one another. Along with a focus on compassion fatigue and burnout, this retreat will also offer break-out sessions for resource sharing, visioning together, and collaboration. Our workshop leader is Cara Hollingsworth, PMHNP.
Cara Hollingsworth is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She is also a nature lover, dog mom, bibliophile, proud Auntie, wife to an incredible dude, wayfarer and perpetual student. Health Care is a second career for Cara, she previously worked in Higher Education, specializing in student involvement and student leadership development. She graduated from Regis University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2015 and quickly felt the call to become a Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatry. She graduated from Gonzaga University in 2020 with her Master’s of Science in Nursing and currently practices at St Luke’s Behavioral Health Clinic, in Nampa, Idaho and at High Point Counseling in Rock Springs, Wyoming. She is currently working towards her Doctor of Nursing Practice and anticipates completing this in spring of 2025 (Woo Hoo!).
Cost: $145
Dates: August 4-6
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SEPTEMBER IN THE SAWTOOTHS
Whether you come up to explore the Sawtooths with a partner or enjoy some time on your own, Luther Heights will provide you with the tools you need to make this time in the mountains exactly what you need so that you return home rested and renewed.
Schedule yoga and massage at Redfish Riverside Inn (Stanley), or enjoy mindfulness and meditation workshops at LHBC with an additional cost.
Cost: $145
Dates: September 6-8
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News From St. Luke's
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- You can use the button below to give online!
- You can also mail a check made out to New Day Lutheran to:
New Day Lutheran Church
2184 Channing Way #474
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
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