Feb 13, 2012 Lord of Life Lutheran Church
L i f e L i n e s  Winter "Arrives"
Annual Meeting Rescheduled for Sunday Feb 26!
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Thoughts in Print - Pastor Sue
LENT - What does that word, that rapidly approaching season of the church year mean to you? Many of us who have been involved with the church for many years have a variety of memories of the various things we've participated in and experienced during this very special season in the church year. Lent for us in the Lutheran Church is a season of simplicity and preparation as well as a time of reflection. Often Lent is also thought to be a season where we consider giving things up as a way of honoring these 40 days leading up to Holy Week. But this year, Pastor Jones and I would like to challenge you to think about taking something on rather than giving something up. And not just for the season but for the long term...
Some years ago a Lutheran Pastor named Michael Foss introduced the idea that there are six things that "mark" someone as a disciple of Christ. They are:
- Daily Prayer
- Weekly Worship
- Bible Reading/Study
- Service to Others - both at and beyond the local congregation
- Encouraging Spiritual Growth in others through spiritual relationships
- Sharing freely of time, talent, and resources
As part of our Lenten discipline this year we'd like to encourage you to take on the challenge of:
- Praying for yourselves, the congregation, and our world on a daily basis,
- Making a commitment to attending worship not only on the Sundays of Lent but at our midweek opportunities and throughout Holy Week as well. Each of those opportunities will offer something unique to touch you in a special way.
- Studying the Gospel of Mark. By reading 4 chapters a week you can have the entire book read by the end of the season and you might just be surprised how it can touch you when read from beginning to end in new and surprising ways.
- Seeking opportunities for service, maybe even a few things you haven't tried before.
- Participating in our We Are Family Lent activities on Wednesdays here at the church beginning on the 29th, maybe taking a walk in our Meditation Walk and taking the journey through Holy Week in a new way, or maybe even inviting someone to church with you. We'll have dinner together from 6 to 6:45 with family activities to follow in the Fellowship Hall and a Conversational Worship experience in the sanctuary beginning at 7 all of which will be finished by 7:30.
- And last but not least, seeking other opportunities to share of ourselves, our time, and our possessions. We'll be introducing some special ways to do this for our families and Sunday School and Confirmation youth in particular.
However you decide to spend this Lenten Season, we sincerely hope you will find yourselves open to the leading of the Holy Spirit to a wonderful spiritual and personal journey that will deepen your walk of faith both now and in the future. And we certainly hope and pray that the journey will lead you to spend it with your brothers and sisters of faith here at Lord of Life.
Peace - Pastor Sue
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African American Roots Service
Rescheduled for Saturday Feb 18 at 6pm
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In the spirit of Black History Month, join us for a special worship service as we celebrate our African American Roots. We'll weave together liturgy from This Far by Faith, the Lutheran African American hymnal, gospel music and spirituals, and a special message from Pastor Louisa Groce. At the age of 81, Pastor Groce became the oldest person ever ordained by the ELCA. Now in her 90s, Pastor Groce will share her ministry with us on this special evening.
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Ash Wednesday Services 3 services on Feb. 22nd at 7:00 am, 12:15 pm, and 7:00 pm
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Thank You - Chili Cook-off!
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Thanks to all who helped to support the Chili Cook-off/Super Bowl event on February 4th. We had a wonderful time with our friends from Bridge of Peace in Camden and St. Paul's in Hainesport and even managed to raise just over $500 for the St. Joseph's Homeless Café in Camden and the Family Emergency Fund here at Lord of Life in our soup pots. (For the record, the GIANTS won with
$302.75 donated vs the Patriots $197.73 for a total of $500.48 raised!) Those dedicated and talented folks were:
- Marie Lamb for organizing the day, recruiting volunteers, planning all the wonderful games,
and for keeping Pastor Sue sane.
- Denise Mozitis and the Mozitis family for donating all the ground beef for the event
(12 lbs to be exact).
- Dawn Bielec, Teri John, and Donna Roemer working with the Chili Chinchillas team
(Our winning recipe by the way!)
- Pastor Giselle, Kate and Rhea Krulikowski, and Nancy Tuttle from Bridge of Peace
working with the Chili Bop-pers (Our second place team)
- Karla May and Gretchen from St. Paul's, and Melissa Evans working with the Chili Bowl team
(Our third place team)
- Yvette Parker and Chris (Colleen Dayton's sister) working with the Where's the Beef? team
- Tina Leach, Becky Christianson and Matt Detwiler working with our cornbread crew.
- Karin Krueger & Doug Hess leading up the decorating team
- All of these folks and a few more who took on the challenge of helping with all our minute
to win it games before dinner.
- Jeanne Storm for being our event photographer.
And last but not least the confirmation coaches who helped with the event and for being part of the conversation after the wonder presentation of Godspell Jr. - Lauren Blum, Erin Gordon, Marie Lamb, Yvette Parker, and Paul Rogers!
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Adult Bible Study - Wednesdays at 10am
It has been fascinating and challenging as we have delved into the beliefs of other faiths over the last couple of weeks. Feb. 15th we finish with looks at the Jehovah's Witness, Mormon, and Seventh Day Adventist faiths. Then we'll jump into the book of Acts, written to give an accurate account of the birth and growth of the Christian church; the connecting link between Christ's life and the life of the church. It's quite a journey! Please know that you can join in anytime and everyone is always welcome!
Tundra Swan Tour- Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, carpooling from Lord of Life at 12:00, Leisuretowne at 12:15. 
The swans are in the area, and we are anxiously awaiting a glimpse of them! We'll be taking a short walk to the swan habitats within the area of Whitesbog. Binoculars will be available, but please feel free to bring your own along with your camera. Watch the weather so that you can dress appropriately. There is still room, so if you would like to join in just let Sue know.
PEP VALENTINE'S DAY MARDI GRAS-Thursday, February 16, Noon
It's more like Valentine's Day meets Shrove Tuesday or Fauschnaught Day! We're celebrating with Breakfast for Lunch! Wear your red and join in with the games, music, fabulous fellowship, and a special talk about Lent with Pastor Sue. Please sign up on the bulletin board, bring what you can, or help out with the cooking.
SIGHT AND SOUND TRIP! Thursday, June 14th-There's still room! 
We have our reservations, and we still have room for you if you would like to join in. The total for the trip will be $98, with final payment due on March 5th. The price includes transportation, an amazing family style lunch at Hershey Farms Restaurant, and the show. Final payment is due March 5th. Please make out a check to Lord of Life and place it in Sue Dreisbach's mailbox.
DINNER AT THE DINER-SHAMONG DINER, Thursday, Feb. 23rd, 4:30
It's that time again when we sample the fare at one of our local diners. Join us at the Shamong Diner for great food, lively conversation, warm fellowship, always laughter, and special devotions. Please sign up on the bulletin board and know that friends are always welcome as well!
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Wednesday Morning Mom's Bible Study
2012 Winter Session - thru Apr 4
9:30-11:30 am in the Fellowship Hall
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Knowing God's Word - Women of Faith Study Guide
Many women find reading the Scriptures to be a daunting prospect, let alone actually studying them. Questions arise. Is studying the Bible different from reading it? Why do we study God's Word? How do you study God's Word? Knowing God's Word will prepare women to approach the Bible with confidence and excitement.
Please contact Lisa Spector at Teachjodi97@yahoo.com or 268-2842, OR Anne-Marie Pifer at Jubilee22@hotmail.com or 268-2282 to sign up or if you have any questions. You are welcome to join any time and no worries if you can't make every meeting!
Books are $10. Childcare is available.
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Meditation Walk - Virtual Tour
Available anytime on your computer at:
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On February 4, we had our 2nd annual Super Bowl Chili Cook-off at LOL and it was a huge success. Four teams made chili this year including a team from Bridge of Peace and St. Paul. We also had a "Corn Bread" Team and a "Decorating" Team. I want to thank everyone who was involved. Over 50 youth & adults helped make this day a success. After making chili, we played
games. Over 100 people returned to the Fellowship Hall and enjoyed some fellowship and good chili. We were then honored by the Pineland Players rendition of Godspell Jr. It was a wonderful performance.
Confirmation classes resume one more time for this Confirmation year on February 26 and then conclude on March 25. The teachers this year are Yvette Parker & Erin Gordon (6th grade), Lauren Blum & Paul Rogers (7th grade), and Peter Edwardsen, Dave & Marie Lamb (8th grade). We thank the teachers for their wonderful service & witness to the Confirmation youth at Lord of Life.
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 We're singing and boomwhacking away as we learn about music notation and playing rhythm together as a group. It's great fun, and you can join us each Sunday at 11:30 in the sanctuary. If your child hasn't joined us yet, come and try it out! If your child has come before but hasn't lately, come! If you come every time we meet, come! Kidz Praize invites all elementary aged kiddos to join together in praising God through music and movement...and Boomwhackers! We hope to see you after Sunday School!
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Senior High Youth Ministry
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SHYM MURDER MYSTERY-TOTALLY TUBULAR 80's - REVIEWSenior High held an 80's Murder Mystery Dinner on Saturday, January 28th, from 6:00-10:00pm. Each person came dressed and in character to the dinner where the mystery was played out over the course of the night. Fourteen youth and adults enjoyed a great time! We want to thank Kaitlyn Glossner, Alexis Schmidt, and Fran Bubeck for all their hard work in helping to make this event a success! SHROVE TUESDAY CELEBRATION - Tuesday, February 21st from 6-8pm This is a make your own pancake and pancake games event where we'll also talk about Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent. SHYM MARCH LOCK-IN - March 30-31, 7:30pm Friday-7:30pm Saturday Our theme: The "Amazing Race!" During our 24 hour time together we will learn, serve, and celebrate who we are in, through, and with God. SHYM SUMMER MISSION TRIP - June 24-30, Washington, DCI informational meeting for our Mission Trip is Sunday, February 26th at noon. We are looking forward to serving God's people in Washington, DC.
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Items needed for the residents include nail polish remover, nail polish, cotton balls, construction paper, markers, and colored pencils. Needed this month are any size chocolate bars (no nuts, please). Are you gearing up for spring with your cleaning? LC will gladly take your gently used purses, knick-knacks, or jewelry. We're also accepting men's or women's cardigan sweaters which are used by the residents as bed jackets.
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 INCOME TAXES PREPARED - FREE - The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, sponsors a FREE income tax preparation and e-filing service in Medford Lakes. Trained volunteers will be available every Tuesday morning from February 7, 2012 through April 17, 2012, 9:00AM until noon in Vaughan Hall, Tabernacle Road at Powhatan Trail, to assist taxpayers. Volunteers can prepare noncomplex federal and New Jersey income tax returns on computers for e-filing at no cost, New Jersey real estate tax rebate forms for 2011, review returns prepared by taxpayers, or consult on specific questions taxpayers may have. Taxpayers do not have to be senior citizens or AARP members to use this service. Appointments are not necessary.
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 Looking for a few more books!
Thanks for the first group of hymnals that have been purchased to those who have funded this upgrade for our service ministry. The dedication for this group of hymnals will take place next weekend during the services. Our goal is at least 75 so we can have enough for everyone in the church pews. The books ('the red book') are $22.50 each.
If you'd like to purchase one or more in honor or in memory of someone, please contact the church office!
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Lutheran Summer Music Program
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Mark your Calendar - Lutheran Summer Music Program
Lutheran Summer Music (LSM) brings together 150+ young people from throughout the U.S. and abroad for four weeks of rigorous musical study and performance in a supportive community. We welcome qualified band, orchestra, choir, piano, and pipe organ students completing grades 8-12.This summer's academy will be held at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa beginning June 24 through July 22, 2012. More info at http://www.lutheranmusicprogram.org/ or discuss with Rick Krause at the church!
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GreenFaith Solar Information
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Anniversaries & Important Dates!
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Marriage Anniversaries!
May God's presence in your marriage continue to foster many more years of your shared love together. Have a wonderful anniversary! Rick & Connie Stevens (2/20), Karen & John Lupnacca (2/21), William & Patricia Andrews (2/23), Rev. David & Renee Jones (2/26), Amber & Andrew Oakley (2/26)
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 Baptism Anniversaries!
"There is one body, and one Spirit, even as you are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all." Ephesians 4:4-5 Elizabeth Shiplee (2/13), Toni Wick (2/13), Leeland Rogers (2/14),
Charlie Rose Schultheis (2/14), Doreen Bourbon (2/16), Graceanna Rogers (2/18),
Lauren Sander (2/18), Laura Harper (2/19), Olivia Prouse (2/20), Scott Rinck (2/20),
Michael Sunbury (2/20), Tammy Miller (2/21), Bonnie Horner (2/23), Steve Edgerton (2/24),
Marge Finley (2/24), John McMichael (2/24), Pat Rehberger (2/24), Alison Roemer (2/25),
Marcy Parker (2/26)
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Wishing a Happy Birthday to:
You were born a child of God - celebrate this day and all days in the life God has given to you!
Patricia Barnes (2/13), Mark Valesey (2/13), William Bruner (2/14),
Donna Schwab (2/14), Janice Hughes (2/16), Amanda Prouse (2/16),
Bruce Kirschbaum (2/16), Christian Ciliberti (2/16), Mark Hourihan (2/16), Graham Watson (2/17), Deona Donahue (2/17), Katherine Blair (2/17), Drew Parker (2/18),
Raymond Kucklinca (2/19), David Lamb (2/19), Eleanor Selby (2/19), Deborah Donahue (2/20), Barbara Harbora (2/20), Logan Wojtaszek (2/21), Andrew Lee (2/21), Carlie Wright (2/21),
Juliana Bellina (2/22), Kristy Godfrey (2/22), Sherri Adamson (2/22), Abby Herb (2/23),
Ken Shugars (2/23), Jayden Fries (2/23), Erin Gordon (2/25), Ellen Wilen (2/25), Shawn Nardi (2/25), Amanda Markelwith (2/25), Connie Stevens (2/25), Destinee Ingrao (2/25), Michele Nisula (2/26)
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Prayers of the Congregation
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PRAYERS FOR HEALING & STRENGTH: Tim Barto, Emily Dayton, Ann Delaney, Nicole Derrick, Frank DeVito, Larry Douglas, Jennifer Dreisbach, John Drew, Becky Evans, Mike Gehringer, Jr., Don Lee, Verna MacMichael, Annette Masly, Courtney Michaleski, Lyn Plaskon, Michelle Roberts, Bill Rudderow, Sr., Eleanor Sauerwine, Ben Schmied, Ruth Ann Shea, Pat Slade, Eileen Thomas & Chris Whitebread
SYMPATHY & PRAYERS are extended to the Shellum family on the death of George.
PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING: For all of the healing taking place! For Martin Mozitis who plowed and Tim Bell, Bill Reich, and John Engler who shoveled and prepared our parking lot this past
snowy Sunday! For our super worship coordinators! For all of our Lutheran Care angels!
THOSE SERVING OUR COUNTRY: CJ Albrecht, Tommy Cksekellich, Matthew Cuviello, Joe Delgado, Peter Fernandes, Dan Humbert, Rob Jones, Joey Miller, Kevin Overcash, Tommy Riches, Kenny Shugars, Brian Smith, Rich Stull, Ethan Wade, Dustin White, Daniel Wilson, Jacob Wilson & Arthur Zepnick; as well as people in all areas of conflict around the world.
SPECIAL NEEDS: All persons suffering from drug dependency (strength in healing).
MISSION PARTNERS: Elect Saints Lutheran Church, Hamilton, and Habitat for Humanity of Burlington County.
During the month of February, our Communion Bread & Wine is dedicated in loving memory of Kimberly Susan Jagiela by the Jagiela Family and the Sanctuary Lamp is dedicated to the Glory of God. (Note: Dedication charts for 2012 weekly flower dedications & monthly sanctuary lamp & communion bread & wine are available on the bulletin board).
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Upcoming Events at Lord of Life!
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Monday (2/13)
7:00 pm - LOL Church Council Meeting
Tuesday (2/14)
1:00-3:00 pm - Tundra Swan Tour, Whitesbog Carpooling: Lord of Life 12:00, Leisuretowne 12:15 Wednesday (2/15)
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast at Red Lion Diner
9:30 am - Mom's Study-"Knowing God's Word" - Women of Faith Study Guide (see article)
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study-Religions Study-Mormon, Jehovah's Witness, Seventh Day Adventist
11:30 am - VBS Planning Meeting
6:00 pm - SHYM (Senior High Youth Ministry)
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
7:30 pm - Women's Study-"Knowing God's Word" - Women of Faith Study Guide
Thursday (2/16)
12:00 pm - PEP Valentine's Mardi Gras (People Enjoying People!)
Friday (2/17) 7:00 pm - Troop 23953 meeting in FDC room #208
Saturday (2/18)
6:00 pm - Service Celebrating African American Heritage with Holy Communion (new date)
Sunday (2/19) TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving and Sunday School
11:30 am - Kidz Praize Practice (see article)
6:30 pm - SHYM (Senior High Youth Ministry)
Monday (2/20) - PRESIDENT'S DAY
Office closed
Tuesday (2/21)
1:45 pm - Celebration Ringers
6:00 pm - SHYM Shrove Tuesday Celebration
Wednesday (2/22) - ASH WEDNESDAY
7:00 am - Ash Wednesday Service
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast-Red Lion Diner
9:30 am - Mom's Study -"Knowing God's Word" - Women of Faith Study Guide
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study-The book of Acts
12:15 pm - Ash Wednesday Service
6:00 pm - Confirmation Lenten Family Meal
7:00 pm - Ash Wednesday Service-New Time!
Thursday (2/23)
4:30 pm - Dinner at the Diner-Shamong Diner
Friday (2/24)
All Day - Inputs for Lifelines! Email to 'lordlife.news@gmail.com' 7:30pm - SHYM "Amazing Race" Lock-in until Saturday!
Saturday (2/25)
6:00 pm - Service of Word and Prayer
Sunday (2/26) 1 LENT
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving with Holy Communion & Sunday School
& Confirmation Learning Session
12:00 pm - Senior High Youth Ministry Mission trip - Informational Meeting!
4:00 pm - Dinner prior to Annual Meeting
5:00 pm - Annual Meeting (RESCHEDULED from Feb 12)
Monday (2/27)
1:00 pm - Helping Hands (come help make sandwiches for Christian Caring Center!)
4:00 pm - Staff Meeting
6:00 pm - Men's Ministry Dinner
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- - - - - "Save the Date" for these Upcoming Events - - - -
March 10 - Sat - Windows and Mirrors:
Reflections on the War in Afghanistan - Exhibition and Program
Exhibit hours: 9 -10 am and 11 am - 5 pm Program, 10 am: Shan Cretin, General Secretary,
AFSC-American Friends Service Committee. Simple buffet lunch: 11:30 am.
A provocative art exhibit on the human cost of war, featuring 25 murals created by U.S. and international artists to memorialize the civilian casualties in Afghanistan. These "windows" on a war-torn country are also "mirrors" reflecting our own identity as a nation at war. No charge. Space is limited. Reservations required. RSVP to 609.654.3527
March 18 - Sun - Confirmation/We are Family Event at Big League Dreams in Medford.
Jun 14 - Thu - SIGHT & SOUND'S JONAH
Open to all-sign-up on board. Deadline for payment: Monday, March 5.
ANYTIME: "Simply Giving" contribution form can be obtained by clicking here
ANYTIME: GRACE PLACE Preschool accepting applications. Click here for more information
NOTE: THIS YEAR'S ANNUAL REPORTS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE NARTHEX BULLETIN BOARD!
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Thanks to Thrivent for Sponsoring this Newsletter!
Thanks to Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and Bob Sunbury for sponsoring this year's subscription for the LifeLines! Bob at Thrivent can be reached at this link if you would like more information on financial products or services Phone: 609-678-0668 bob.sunbury@thrivent.com
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Holy Humor... The Lord is my Shepherd
A Sunday School teacher decided to have her young class memorize one of the most quoted passages in the Bible - Psalm 23. She gave the youngsters a month to learn the chapter.
Little Rick was excited about the task - but he just couldn't remember the Psalm. After much practice, he could barely get past the first line.
On the day that the kids were scheduled to recite Psalm 23 in front of the congregation, but Ricky was very nervous. When it was his turn, he stepped up to the microphone and said proudly, "The Lord is my Shepherd, and that's all I need to know."
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OUR Mission Statement: Lord of Life Lutheran Church is a uniquely blended "family" of God's people who share their faith and life together through learning, serving and celebrating. We are committed to:
Growing spiritually as we open our lives to God's will and teachings.
Growing in service and stewardship as we reach out to support one another and our neighbors in need.
Growing in Christian outreach as we share the "Good News" of Jesus Christ with all people in the community inviting them into a deeper fellowship with God and His people.
Celebrating the joy of being loved by God and growing together in faith is who we are.
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