THE WEEK IN BRIEF | April 25 , 2024 | |
This Sunday’s image of how the risen Christ shares his life with us is the image of the vine. Christ the vine and we the branches are alive in each other, in the mystery of mutual abiding described in the gospel and the first letter of John. Baptism makes us a part of Christ’s living and life-giving self and makes us alive with Christ’s life. As the vine brings food to the branches, Christ feeds us at his table. We are sent out to bear fruit for the life of the world.
This Sunday's readings:
Worship Service: 8:30 AM In-person
Fellowship: 9:30 AM
Scrip in Cuthbertson Fellowship Hall: 9:30 AM
New Member Class: 9:45 AM
Discipleship: 9:45 AM
Worship Service: 11:00 AM In-person & Livestream
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Livestream Information
Schedule for Live Stream Services:
- 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays - 8:30 AM Service will be live-streamed
- 2nd and 4th Sundays - 11:00 AM Service will be live-streamed
All services that are live-streamed will still be recorded for viewing at a later time.
We will be Live 5 to 8 minutes prior to the service on Sunday. You should see a still picture of the inside of the sanctuary. Please try to log on a few minutes before the service in case you have problems.
There are two options for watching the Service Live:
For Facebook, you do need an account and have to be logged in. If you click on the link above, it will give you the option to log in to your account if you are not.
If you are using YouTube and the service freezes, please refresh your screen.
Downloadable Items
Bulletin
Pre-Reader Children's Bulletin
Reader Children's Bulletin
Prayer List
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O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son. Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred that infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and, through our struggle and confusion, work to accomplish your purposes on earth; so that, in your good time, every people and nation may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. | |
Congratulation to Lindsay Gould for finishing the London Marathon in 4 hours 20 minutes 15 seconds.
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Stewards are Easter people who live in the light of Christ’s resurrection. Through their daily lives they experience the peace and strength of the risen Christ. During this Easter season, consider the ways you can proclaim Christ’s victory as your own.
ON YOUR STEWARDSHIP JOURNEY
Spending Time with God
Many of us can relate to Martha, who, in the process of doing good things to honor her Lord, found herself too busy to spend time with him. Jesus wasn’t happy about that, nor is he pleased when we wear ourselves out, even if it’s in service to him, and are too tired for daily devotions and prayer and sometimes even weekly worship with fellow believers. Jesus himself, with only three years to accomplish his mission, took time for rest and relaxation with friends and time for communion with his Father. He invites us, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). Take him up on his offer!
Prayer: Lord, grant me faith and wisdom that prompt me to spend time each and every day reading your life-saving Word and in prayer with you. Place in me the right habits that prioritize my time with you. May all I do give you praise and glory. In your precious name I pray. Amen
May God bless you on your stewardship journey.
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Classes for the Week of April 28:
Upcoming Classes
- Bible, Brews and Boys - 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am. Next class - May 14. The discussion topic will be the Holy Spirit.
- Word, Wine and Women - 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 2:30 p.m. Next class - May 14. The discussion topic will be the Holy Spirit.
- Women of the Word - 2nd and 4th Sunday at 12:15 p.m., contact Melissa Loggins or Susan Papesh. Next gathering May 5. (May 12 is Mother's Day)
Please contact Deborah Scarazzo if you have any questions or concerns.
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Portals of Prayer
The new Portals of Prayer (April - June) is available on the Welcome Desk.
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CTK Library
We have a large assortment of new books in the Christ the King Library. They are on the 'New and Featured Shelf' on the top left as you enter the library. Just remember to remove the card in the back, sign your name and drop it in the basket on the table.
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New Member Class
Sunday, April 28 and May 5
9:45 - 10:45 AM
Education Wing
New member orientation classes will be held on Sunday, April 28 and May 5 at 9:45 a.m. New and different information will be presented each Sunday. Pastor Finley will present on April 28 and May 5.
If you would, or know someone who would, like to unite with our congregation or just find out more about the Lutheran faith and this congregation, please contact Pastor Finley (text 912-655-5615) immediately.
New member forms are available in the racks behind the Welcome Desk in the narthex.
New members will be received into the congregation on Sunday, June 2.
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GWINNETT XOLOS
Sunday, May 5
Meet at 12:00 pm.
First Pitch - 1:05 p.m.
Church Grounds
Fish or Dog? On Cinco de Mayo, the Gwinnett Stripers will become the Xolos de Gwinnett. As near as we can tell, Xolos is a type of dog. So, why do the fish want to be dogs? Maybe we can learn the answer when we attend the Stripers/Xolos game against the Durham Bulls – El Toros(?) on May 5th. The game starts at 1:05 PM. We’ll try to arrive around noon and decide where we want to sit. As in the past, we will all buy our own tickets and grab something to eat before the start of the game. If you plan to join us, contact Jim Leeds at 770-317-8788 or jimleeds@comcast.net so we’ll have an idea of the size of our group. If you can’t get to the field by noon, you can text Jim to find out where our group decided to sit.
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VBS 2024 Scuba: Diving into Friendship with God
Monday, June 3 - Thursday, June 6
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Open to students 3 years old (must be potty trained) - 6th grade.
7th-12th grade volunteers serve as Crew Leaders
Registration is open now.
$25/child through May 5
$30/ child after May 5
$10/youth and adult volunteers (covers T-shirt and snacks)
If registering after May 5, T-shirt is not guaranteed
Scuba takes kids on an aquatic adventure where they will dive into friendship with God! At Scuba they will come to know friendly aquatic Memory Bible Buddies, as they enjoy diving into exciting Bible Studies about Elijah, Jonah, Jesus, and Lydia’s House.
Fun crafts, KidVid Cinema, and aquatic games will help kids build strong friendships as they dive deeper in their Scuba experience. Tasty Tidal Treats are also part of their Scuba adventure!
They’ll be talking about their undersea adventure long after VBS is over!
Parent, Grandparents and friends are invited to join us for our closing lunch celebration on Thursday!
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After registering, mail a check to
Christ the King Lutheran Church
1125 Bettis Tribble Gap Rd.
Cumming, GA 30040
or pay online at www.ctklutheran.com by credit/debit card.
Please make sure to put VBS in the memo line.
Please contact Deborah Scarazzo if you have any questions.
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VBS 2024 Scuba – Diving into Friendship with God
Volunteer Meeting
Sunday, May 5
9:45 a.m.
Fellowship Hall
All adult and youth volunteers are asked to attend a short training / information meeting to go over the basics of VBS.
Adults - please bring your driver’s license. We need to have current background checks done. Background checks are current for 2 years.
Please contact Deborah Scarazzo to let her know you will be attending.
We need VBS Volunteers still. Please sign up above or contact Deborah Scarazzo if you are interested.
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As the school year comes to an end, we would like to thank all of our preschool teachers for all of their hard work and dedication. They provided a safe, loving, Christian environment for 87 children to learn in. | |
Congratulation to Allison Conklin and Travis Moore who have attained the rank of Eagle Scout. The rank of Eagle Scout is the highest and most prestigious achievement a Scout can achieve. Highly respected, the title of Eagle Scout carries with it special significance not only in Scouting but also in school, business and the community. To attain the Eagle rank, a Scout must earn at least 21 merit badges, fulfill leadership roles and display outdoor skills, demonstrate by example the Scout Oath and Law, and complete a comprehensive service project in the community. | |
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The following events will be happening shortly. If the event is in red, more information is available by clicking on the event.
- May 19 - Confirmation
- May 22 - Human Trafficking Speaker
- May 26 - Jun 2 - Family Promise Host Week
Ministry of the Month for April - Family Promise
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KITCHEN SHOWER
Sunday, April 28
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Please join us for Christ the King's Kitchen Shower on Sunday, April 28th from 2-3 PM in the fellowship hall. Light refreshments will be served.
If you are unable to attend the shower, gifts are greatly appreciated and can be dropped off by the giving tree. If you prefer to make a cash donation there is a box available in the narthex. Please bring your unwrapped gifts to the church by Sunday, August 28th. Please include a gift receipt in case there are duplicates.
If you have any questions, please contact anyone on the committee: Peachie Cline, Becky Deardorff, Roberta Gally, Carol Mahle, Sheilia Moss, Sigrid Myers, LouAnn Peery, Randi Rogers.
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YARD WORK DAY
Saturday, May 4
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Church Grounds
Come enjoy fresh air and fellowship on our spring landscaping day: Saturday, May 4. Planned activities include planting flowers, fertilizing, pruning, weeding and spreading mulch. We will be here from 9 am to noon; feel free to come help anytime that you can. In case of rain, we will postpone to Saturday, May 11. If you have questions or would like to adopt a bed, contact Amy Barish or 770-617-1621.
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SCRIP
This Sunday
9:30 - 10:45 a.m.
Cuthbertson Fellowship Hall
DEBT FREE! Imagine, if you will, what it would be like if we had no mortgage. Wouldn’t it great to have thousands of extra dollars available EVERY MONTH. Some of our members think our kitchen needs to be remodeled – we could do that! Some of our members think we should build a full-sized foosball court to encourage our youth to invite their friends and help our membership grow – we could do that! Some of our members would love to see other improvements – we could do that! We could do lots of great things if we had the EXTRA money that comes from paying off a mortgage. With that in mind, bring your check books to the Fellowship Hall and buy gift cards. Let’s get rid of our mortgage!
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Church Office Hours:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday - Thursday | Closed Friday & Saturday
Newsletter, Sunday Bulletin & Prayer Request Deadline:
Submitted to the office by TUESDAYS, 12:00 Noon
Submission Email: ctk1125@ctklutheran.com
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Friday is the Pastor’s and Staff’s Day Off. Please refrain from calling the office or the Pastor on his cell (or texting). If you have a pastoral care emergency after normal office hours, please call the church office and press “2.” This will call the Business Manager’s cell.
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Flowers for the Altar
Each week flowers adorn our altar area. Any weeks for which there isn’t a sponsor, flowers will not be placed on the altar. If you would like to sponsor flowers, please send the information to the Business Manager, Kathy Voerg at ctk1125@ctklutheran.com. If you sponsor flowers, they can be left outside on the portico for you to pickup on Monday.
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Prayer Requests
Prayer Request cards are available next to the offering plates in the narthex. If you would like to add someone to the Prayer List, please fill one out and place it in the offering plate. Prayer requests can also be emailed to the Business Manager. Prayer requests need to be submitted by noon on Tuesday to be included in the coming Sunday's bulletin.
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Church Offering
Thank you to all that have continued to give. The easiest way for you to send your contribution to the church is through our online giving. It is simple and easy to use. If you are not comfortable using online services, you can simply mail your contribution to the church or drop it in the locking mailbox next to the portico.
Christ the King Lutheran Church
1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Rd
Cumming, GA 30040
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Scam Alert
Several members have received texts and emails this week supposedly from Pastor Finley asking, "if you have a minute, I have a favor to ask." Always check the phone number and email that the request is from! The request then comes for a gift card or money. Neither Pastor Finley nor any staff member at Christ the King will ever ask for money via text or email!
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APRIL 28 - SUNDAY
FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
- 8:30 - 9:30 AM In-person Service
- 9:20 - 10:00 AM Instrumentalist Rehearsal
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM Fellowship
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM SCRIP on sale
- 9:45 - 10:45 AM Discipleship Hour
- 9:45 - 10:45 AM New Member Class
- 10:00 - 10:45 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM In-person Service
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Livestream Service
- 2:00 - 4:00 PM Kitchen Shower
APRIL 29 - MONDAY
- 6:00 - 9:00 PM Scouts BSA
APRIL 30 - TUESDAY
- 10:00 - 11:00 AM Christians in Action Bible Study
- 1:00 - 2:30 PM Lydia Circle
MAY 1 - WEDNESDAY
MAY 2 - THURSDAY
- 5:30 - 6:20 PM Handbells Rehearsal
- 6:30- 8:00 PM Sonlight Praise Band Rehearsal
MAY 3 - FRIDAY
MAY 4 - SATURDAY
- 9:00 Am - 12:00 PM Yard Work Day
MAY 5 - SUNDAY
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
- 8:30 - 9:30 AM In-person Service
- 8:30 - 9:30 AM Livestream Service
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM Fellowship
- 9:30 - 10:30 AM SCRIP on sale
- 9:45 - 10:45 AM Discipleship Hour
- 9:45 - 10:45 AM New Member Class
- 9:45 - 10:45 AM VBS Volunteer Meeting
- 10:00 - 10:45 AM Chancel Choir Rehearsal
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM In-person Service
- 12:00 PM Gwinnett Xolos Game (offsite, first pitch 1:05 p.m.)
- 12:15 - 1:15 PM Women of the Word
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Rev. J. Patrick Finley, Pastor
STAFF
Kathy Voerg, Business Manager
Susan Hudock, Admin. Assistant
Chad Watkins, Music Minister
Deborah Scarazzo, Christian Education & Youth Coordinator
Dr. John Broman, Chancel Choir Director
Melissa Moorman, Preschool Director
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