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Christ is risen!
What does it mean to be Christian? Christians are those who share their faith in the power of the resurrection of Jesus Christ to transform themselves and the world. Each Sunday we gather in praise of the resurrection, but Easter is our annual blow-out celebration. This year we hear the gospel from Mark, and we sing, and we sing, and we sing.
Celebrate with us this Sunday at 11am. Bring little bells with you to ring!
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Holy Week Maundy Thursday
Apr 5 @ 7:30 pm liturgy with foot washing, meal at 6:30 pm (bring potluck dish)
Good Friday
Apr 6 @ 7 pm
Easter Vigil
Apr 7 @ 9 pm with brunch at midnight
Easter Sunday
Apr 8 @ 11am Eucharist of the Resurrection (with Hippolytus!)
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Prayer List
Think about starting a "practice of praying" for the Chapel this week -- around the table before a meal, before bedtime, in the morning as you prepare to depart for a busy day. Use this list and remember those in need. We invite your prayers for:
For the families of those killed this week at Oikos College in Oakland
For Maura, who broke her leg
For Troy, who is in jail
For Don, David, baby Annabelle, Joyce, Duane as they deal with illness and recovery
For spouses, marriages, and partnerships; especially in the difficult times
For the members of the Council who are leading different projects; for Sam (Audio/Visual), for Danielle (Disaster Prep), for Bob (Sustainable Task Force)
For our confirmands, Lee and Matt
For new members of the Chapel this Easter
For Chapel children and their families
For our DREAMERS, Nico, Jonatan, Raymi, Lucas, Jose, and Alex who are now walking through Nevada
For all who are looking for work
For all who are in transition or discernment
For those celebrating birthdays and anniversaries
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Worship Times
11:00 am Sundays
Eucharist
6:30 pm Thursdays
Meal & worship for young adults and students
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Worship Leaders
Presider:
The Rev. Jeff R. Johnson
The Rev. Sanna Reinholtzen
Preacher:
The Rev. Jeff R. Johnson
Music Director/Organist:
Andy Bouman
Resmiranda Vocal Ensemble:
Renee Fladen-Kamm
Trumpet:
Nathan Ilten
Assisting Minister:
Margaret Moreland
Steve Schultz
Brach Jennings
Greeter:
Sacristan:
Lector:
John Elliott
Council Rep:
Luis Ramirez
Worship Family Liaison:
Prayer Minister:
Martha Backstrom
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Upcoming Events
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- April 5, 7:30 pm, Maundy Thursday with foot washing
- April 6, 7 pm, Good Friday Service at the Chapel
- April 7, 9 pm, Easter Vigil Service at the Chapel (bring food for the midnight brunch)
- April 8, 11 am Festival of the Resurrection (Hippolytan Prayer!)
- April 12-16, Campus Ministry trip to Hawaii for Province 8 Retreat
- April 13-15, SHARE Board meeting at the Chapel
- April 14, Sustainable Future Task Force meeting at the Chapel
- April 29, 1 pm - Berkeley CROP Walk. We are walking! RSVP Jen Afdahl Rice.
- May 18-20, Synod Assembly, San Jose Marriott
- June 2, 10 am, LVC fundraiser walkathon, Lake Merritt
- July 18-22, ELCA Youth Gathering, New Orleans
- July 27-Aug 4 - Pr. Jeff's Trip to Palestine with "Bright Stars over Bethlehem"
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| Ashes to Fire |
 From the ashes of Wednesday (February 22, 2012) to the fire of Pentecost (May 27, 2012), we observe a hundred day journey together in faith.
These are the liturgical seasons of Lent, Holy Week, and Easter.
During the seven-week season of Easter, we have written a pattern of simple prayer for you to use at home with your family each week, around your evening meal or at the end of the day. Click here for a this Easter season devotional guide. |
| Transfer of Assets |
Our next council meeting is coming up on April 17th, 7 pm, here at the Chapel. Part of the agenda is a discussion of a resolution from St. Paulus Lutheran Church of San Francisco for the synod assembly.
The resolution is about transferring assets out of the big banks to smaller, community based institutions. (click here to access a copy of the resolution) The Council will be considering whether to endorse this resolution. Read it, and plan on attending the Council meeting if you would like to offer your input!
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YES! Magazine
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 YES! Magazine can help you to change your life. It offers powerful ideas and practical action steps to "support you in building a just and sustainable world!" Pr. Jeff subscribes as does Louise Fortmann. We're hoping that you might consider subscribing as well! The most recent issue addresses the immense power corporations wield over our lives and the steps we can take to fight back. In the spring issue we find strategies for putting the people back in charge! Copies of "YES! Magazine" will be handed out Sunday after our liturgy of the resurrection. Come and get one!
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| Spring Cleaning |
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It is spring cleaning time at the Chapel! Our Green Team sorted through over 50 mostly toxic cleaning agent and reduced them to a sustainable eco-friendly handful.
Just in time for Easter we release our toxic cleaning burden and rejoice in breathing fresher, "greener" air at the Chapel!
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| Pictures of Vivienne's Baptism |
We have posted more pictures of Vivienne's baptism on our Facebook page. We were able to capture a particularly cute moment when one of our youngest guests "scored" a strawberry off of the cake before it was cut. Take a look! |
| One Hour A Day |
 As the Dream Walkers, Nico, Jonatan, Raymi, Lucas, and Alex are walking across Nevada, they are experiencing a lot of time for reflection. As we celebrate holy week, we are reminded of Christ's suffering, of the struggles of our sisters and brothers, as well as the triumph and joy of love. Take a look at this beautiful poem written by the Dreamers, One Hour A Day. Connect with the Dream Walkers on Twitter and Facebook. |
| Thank You |
Extraordinary Lutheran Ministries (ELM) expands ministry opportunities for publicly-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) people called to serve God as clergy and rostered lay leaders.
This year we sent $275 to support ELM. Here is a Thank You letter from Amalia Vagts, ELM's Executive Director.
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University Lutheran Chapel of Berkeley
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