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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

Vol. 5 January 29, 2025

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FROM PASTOR ANN

Bible Study


Hebrews 2:14-18

Since, therefore, the children share flesh and blood, he himself likewise shared the same things, so that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, 15 and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of death. 16 For it is clear that he did not come to help angels but the descendants of Abraham. 17 Therefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the people. 18 Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested.

 

+What emotions come up for you as you read this text? Why? 


Luke 2:22-40

22 When the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23 (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every firstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord”), 24 and they offered a sacrifice according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, “a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.”

25 Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. 26 It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. 27 Guided by the Spirit, Simeon came into the temple, and when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what was customary under the law, 28 Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying,

29 “Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace,

    according to your word,

30 for my eyes have seen your salvation,

31     which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples,

32 a light for revelation to the gentiles

    and for glory to your people Israel.”

33 And the child’s father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him. 34 Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, “This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel and to be a sign that will be opposed 35 so that the inner thoughts of many will be revealed—and a sword will pierce your own soul, too.”

36 There was also a prophet, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, 37 then as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped there with fasting and prayer night and day. 38 At that moment she came and began to praise God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.

39 When they had finished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. 40 The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom, and the favor of God was upon him.


+Each person was at the temple for a specific reason. What were the reasons for each person? What reason(s) to you have for attending church (consider the community as well as the building)?


Blessings,

Pastor Ann

email or call me 763-447-7664

Pastor Ann had an article written about her and about our church.

You can read it here.

WORSHIP RESOURCES

Click to see the Order of Worship for:

Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16, Feb 23, Mar 2

This past Sunday's service: YouTube

SERVICES

EVENTS & INFOS

Arnie Erickson's mother Margarethe Erickson passed away this week. If you would like to support Arnie and attend the visitation or the funeral, or send flowers, here is the info:


A visitation will be held January 30, from 6PM to 8PM at Buck-Murphy Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at St. John Lutheran Church, 7th and Emerson (#290) in Idaho Falls at 10:30 AM, on Friday, January 31. The family will meet with relatives and friends one hour before services.


https://www.eastidahonews.com/obituaries/margarethe-erickson/

St. Luke's has their annual meeting Feb. 2nd. So we will let them have the parish hall and we will plan to do fellowship at Perkins! The hope is to get the large back room, (can't reserve it) but if not we will sit together randomly at tables much like we do already!

OUTREACH

FELLOWSHIP SIGN-UPS

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Sunday

Setup/Cleanup

Bring Food

2-2 St. Luke's Annual Mtg.

GOING TO PERKINS

GOING TO PERKINS

2-9

Mary Johnson

Mary Johnson

2-16

Julie Tullis

Brent Swnason

2-23

Kay & Dennis Leaf

Vicki Krogstrand

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES

There are several important days in February, including: 

  • Black History Month
  • Low Vision Awareness Month
  • Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
  • American Heart Month
  • National Canned Food Month
  • National Bird Feeding Month
  • National Library Lovers Month
  • National Embroidery Month
  • Ethnic Equality Month
  • Psychology Month
  • Groundhog Day 
  • Safer Internet Day
  • Valentine's Day 
  • World Read Aloud Day
  • Digital Learning Day
  • Mardi Gras
  • Lunar New Year
  • Wear Red Day (Feb. 3)
  • National Freedom Day (Feb. 1)


Birthdays

Feb 18 Linda Reuter

Anniversaries


Monthly on the 1st Sunday we collect a noisy offering. This change is used for activities for the kids.

Monthly on the 2nd Saturday join us as we serve at the Idaho Falls Soup Kitchen. Contact Guy Backstrom for questions you might have.

The 2nd Sunday of the month. It's a short 30 minute service in Rexburg at the Templeview Transitional Care Center. Carpool at 2pm from church, service is at 3pm

RCCM & COMMUNITY NEWS

BUSINESS UPDATES

Council

  • Sunday TBD at 10:30am upstairs conference room.
  • All congregants are welcome to attend council meetings.
  • 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

  • Pastor Ann, 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.


Small Groups

Women's Coffee

Mondays 10am Church Parish Hall

Bible Study

Mondays 6pm Church Columbarium Narthex

Beer Group

Tuesdays 3pm Idaho Brewery Idaho Brewing Company

Book Club

1st Wednesday each month 4pm Church Parish Hall

Men's Coffee

Thursdays 10am Greenhouse Coffee


Prayer Requests

Cherie Stevens handles our prayer requests. Click on her name to email her.

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

NWIMS

Twice a month the Northwest Intermountain Synod sends out a newsletter. If you would prefer to receive the newsletter directly you can sign up HERE.

Click the links below to see their newsletters as webpages.

January 20

January 6

ELCA

LUTHER HEIGHTS BIBLE CAMP

We are a congregational 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 To subscribe to receive their newsletter directly go HERE

RECONCILINGWORKS

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Idaho Falls, ID 83404


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