May 14, 2012 Lord of Life Lutheran Church
L i f e L i n e s
Congratulations on our 2012 First Holy Communion Communicants!
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Thoughts in Print - by Pastor Sue
Sometimes it just works out this way - Mother's Day falling within the season of Easter! I can't think of a better way to keep the Easter feeling alive. Think about it, more flowers, more time spent together with family... well, for most of us anyway! For most, Mother's day continues the Easter message of Jesus' resurrection and hope for today by reinforcing a sense of relationship, a sense of family, and many find their way to church on Mom's day even if they haven't for a long time.
For some, Mother's Day continues the Easter message of Jesus' resurrection and hope for today even when the day itself can be rather painful. For those folks (me included) for whom there may not be moms or children to celebrate with, or for whom relationships with moms or children are fractured, Mom's Day falling within the season of Easter still provides a sense of acceptance and family that can only be found within a community of faith; the place where Jesus' resurrection assures us that we are all God's beloved children in spite of what this life and the reality of human sin might otherwise bring.
Mother's Day can also be a time to remember all those special women who have played a role in helping us to grow in our faith. I will never forget the witness of my maternal grandparents, and particularly my grandmother, who never missed church if she could help it. She almost always wore a hat, as was the custom for women of her generation, and she sang hymns with a gusto that could only have been fed by the power of the Holy Spirit... I know this because she always sang completely off key.
She was there to see me Confirmed on Palm Sunday 1974 but she wasn't able to make it to my First Holy Communion the following Easter Sunday because she wasn't feeling well. I will also never forget my dad coming into my bedroom early that next morning to tell me that Grandma had passed away during the night. And to this day I'm convinced she and God conspired to pick that day. Knowing Grandma, she wouldn't have had it any other way...
For all of you women of faith out there, Happy Mother's Day! Thank you for your witness! And regardless of what memories and feelings the day may bring, remember that this is also EASTER! And that because of who Jesus is there is hope and promise for us far beyond the relationships of this world. May that reality fill you with peace and joy! Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Alleluia! Amen!
= ) Peace, Pastor Sue
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Wednesday Morning Mom's Bible Study
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Continues in May - Wed at 9:30am!
Wednesday morning Mom's Bible Study, Spring Session meets from 9:30 until 11:30am. Childcare is available! We are reading and discussing "God is in the Laundry Room" by Susan Senechal. This study includes 8 sessions and will end June 6th. Flyers are available on the bulletin board. Contact Lisa Spector to sign up or if you have any questions!
You are welcome to join at any time, to bring a friend, and 'no worries' if you can't make all of the meetings! Books for this are $8.
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Women's Ministry - Calling All Women! - Young and Old. Please come to our meeting on May 20th, 3 - 5 pm at Pastor Sue's house to see what direction we are taking with the Women's Ministries. Please bring all your ideas so we can discuss them. Appetizers will be served. After the meeting we will be having a Wii tournament for anyone interested. There is a sign up sheet in the vestibule with directions to Pastor Sue's house.
Looking forward to seeing you all on May 20th. Any questions, please see Betty Mastrillo.
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Clean up for a Cause! Sat May 19th 9am!
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Are your closets stuffed to capacity? Is your garage full of "junk"? Does your basement have lots of "stuff" in it that you don't need?
Never fear, you can now get rid of it and help a great cause! The Senior High Youth are holding a rummage sale on May 19, 2012 and we need your junk. All proceeds will help defray this year's mission trip to North Carolina.
Box it all up and give us a call. We'll even come get it from you. Call Barb Wagner 609-859-0404 or email Linda Jagiela at novedlinda@comcast.net to arrange a pick up and let us know what you will donate.
Please come out and support our event. Maybe you will find a treasure at the rummage sale (it's only junk when it is sitting unused in your basement). Don't forget to get your car washed by the kids and to take home a tasty treat from our bake sale!
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 Grace Place News
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 Grace Place has been busy! Last week the children were treated to an owl show by Cedar Run Refuge. We learned about the habitat of owls and met two real live owls...Swam and Otis. Swam hooted the whole time he was here.
On Friday, May 11th, the children celebrated Mother's Day by treating their Moms and Caregivers to a special day. Ms. Ruth's class invited Mom's to join in the whole class day with songs, circle time, playground, snack, story time, and craft. Ms. Jill's class had a tea party with children made cookies and flowers. All that came had a great time.
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 Adult Bible Study - Wed at 10am
We're having some wonderful discussions as we travel through the book of Acts. Please join us and become part of the conversation. We are all on the journey together as we learn, explore, and share more and more about our faith.
May PEP-Wednesday, May 16, Noon at Prince of Peace in Marlton
This is our annual joint luncheon with the YAHS (Young at Hearts) from Prince of Peace. We'll be carpooling to Prince of Peace on Rt. 70 for a special luncheon and program where we'll be learning about the training of seeing eye dogs. If you haven't signed up yet, please call the office.
Dinner at the Diner-Wednesday, May 23rd, 4:30, Westampton Diner
We're trying out a new venue! Join us at the Westampton Diner, right off of Rt 541. Directions will be available on the bulletin board. Great food, fellowship, laughter, and devotions are all a part of our evening. All are welcome!
Helping Hands-Monday, May 21st, 1:00 It's your chance to help with our monthly sandwich making project for the Christian Caring Center in Browns Mills. You can help by making a monetary donation, bringing meat or cheese, helping to make the sandwiches, or a combination of any of the above! We not only provide over 200 sandwiches each month, but we also have a great time doing it!
Coming Up! Trip to the new Ocean Theatre Company in Manahawkin
Thursday, June 28 "Man of LaMancha" is the play and John Davidson is the star! We'll enjoy a special lunch followed by the show. Price is $45. Please sign up on the bulletin board. We need 15 people for our group rate, and we are at 13 right now. If you haven't had a chance yet, please sign up and put your $25 deposit in Sue's mailbox.
 Lutheran Care Things are picking up speed as the Auxiliary plans for June Day (June 9th 10-3). Mark that date on your calendar as a day of fun, games, and food. Lord of Life has been asked to provide two plain cakes for that day for the Strawberry/Ice Cream Booth. If you can help, please contact Carol at 609-654-4077.
There is always something in the Lutheran Care (LC) box. Thank you all for your help. The staff and residents at LC appreciate your generosity. Always being accepted are: greeting cards (the free ones that you get in the mail), nail polish and remover, cardigan sweaters (used as bed jackets), and stuffed animals of all sizes (small are used in birthday bags, large are used at June Day).
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VBS is coming this summer to a church near you!
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 VBS (or Vacation Bible School) will be coming soon to Lord of Life Church! Registration forms and more information are available at this link: (http://home.comcast.net/~lordlife/VBS_2012.htm). The theme will be RENEW - "Grow in Faith. Have Fun. Change the World." The dates are July 30th thru August 3rd, 2012. For children age 3 through entering 5th grade in September - two sessions offered daily. Check out the website for more information - click on the link above!
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Need "6 pm service" people to run projection - Can you Help ?
We are still looking for another person to advance the slides at the 6pm service (so the other guy isn't over scheduled) - training is available. If you can help occasionally (like once per month or so if we get a few people) please contact Bill Dreisbach or email to lordlife.news@gmail.com. Thanks to Alan R. for supporting this so far!
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God models Giving
Why is giving important? Because God modeled it! He gave his one and only son (John 3:16). God's gift once and for all broke down the wall of sin that had separated us from Him. Our giving is also a way of connecting with God. It is our way of saying to God, "Here Lord, accept my gift. It is only a small token of gratitude for what you have done for me. It is a visible expression of my trust in you. Use me to be a blessing to others through this gift."
Contribution Statements Available Your Periodic Contribution Statements reflecting 2012 contributions are available in your church mailboxes beginning Sunday May 13. Please pick them up! And thanks for supporting the Ministries of your Church!
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Notice on CHANGE to your LifeLines Subscription!
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 Starting with the June issue of the LifeLines we will be changing our service provider from 'Constant Contact' to 'Vertical Response' which will save the church much needed funds for our ministries. The email will start to come from "Lord_of_Life_Lutheran_Church@mail.vresp.com" instead of this "LordLife.News@gmail.com" and will look a bit different from this current newsletter, but will continue to have relevant info about the Church and its ministries! Here is a link to help ensure you get each and every issue by adding to your 'Safe Sender List' on your email program. http://tinyurl.com/78xdo5t Let us know if you have any problems!
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Senior High Youth Ministry
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SHYM SUMMER MISSION TRIP - June 24-30, North Carolina -- We will be traveling to North Carolina where Hurricane Irene did a great deal of damage last August. Our group will be helping to rebuild houses and help with ongoing clean-up efforts. The cost of this year's trip is $275 per person. The disaster rebuilder's organization we will be working with is called MECOR and was started by the North and South Carolina Methodist churches to help with the need of the folks in NC.
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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!
Colleen & John Welling (5/15), Alan & Pat Rehberger (5/16),
Larry & Barbara Godfrey (5/17), Beth & Keith Blair (5/19),
Heather & Ed Vernier (5/19), Harry & Lore Bratty (5/22),
Sara & Tom King (5/23), Susan & Joe Lario (5/27)
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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
Shannon Magrann (5/15), Joyce Harper (5/16), Sean Kelly (5/16),
Jillian Kobb (5/16), Tom Larson (5/17), Sonja Adamson (5/20), Sophia Minnick (5/20),
Abby Detwiler (5/21), Christina Fennimore (5/21), Chason Jervis (5/21), Scott Glossner (5/22),
Kelsey Malone (5/22), Jeffrey Trimble (5/23), Kim Mattson (5/24), John Drew (5/25),
Tom Harbora (5/25), Penny Miller (5/25), Logan Wojtaszek (5/25), Cindy Lee (5/26),
Timothy Ebersberger (5/28)
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Wishing a Happy Birthday !
You were born a child of God - celebrate this day and all days in the life God has given to you!
Connor Humphreys (5/15), Robert Jr. Knoell (5/15), Tyler Reich (5/15),
Marcy Parker (5/15), Kaitlin Meimbresse (5/15), Christene Willitts (5/15),
Matthew Markelwith (5/15), Ed Harding (5/15), Ryan Thomas (5/15),
Harry Granfors (5/16), Kevin Steinhour (5/16), Mary Goehring (5/17), Kirsten Nisula (5/17),
Ashley Vorwerk (5/17), Faith Charles (5/17), Edna Bystrom (5/18), Marion Dullos (5/18),
Lydia Smith (5/18), Matthew Lario (5/19), Carol Ebersberger (5/19), Elizabeth Mottershead (5/21),
Chuck Bubeck (5/21), Ella Rathjen (5/21), Gillian Ingrao (5/22), Mary-Jo Miserendino (5/23),
Chad Allen (5/23), John Storm (5/23), Dan Kelly (5/23), Kelsey Nisula (5/24),
Nicholas Yannessa (5/25), Jan Baker (5/25), Neil Brown (5/25), Connor Vandegrift (5/25),
Doug Hess (5/25), Zachery Thomas (Worrell) (5/26), Kelsey King (5/26), Amanda Browne (5/27),
Larry Godfrey (5/28), Scott Charles (5/28), Susan Radomicki (5/28)
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Upcoming Events at Lord of Life!
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Monday (5/14)
7:00 pm - Council Meeting (with presentation of Confirmands)
Tuesday (5/15)
7:00 pm - New Members' Orientation Wednesday (5/16)
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast at Red Lion Diner
9:30 am - Mom's Study- "God is in the Laundry Room" Spring Session Starts Today!
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study-The book of Acts
12:00 pm - PEP at YAH's (Prince of Peace)
6:00 pm - SHYM
7:30 pm - New Life Choir Practice
Thursday (5/17)
(Pastor David Jones' Day off)
Friday (5/18)
7:00 pm - Troop 23953 (FDC 208)
(Pastor Susan Jones' Day off)
Saturday (5/19)
9:00 am - New Members' Orientation
9:00 am - Senior High Mission Trip Car Wash / Bake Sale / Rummage Sale
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion
Sunday (5/20)
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving (PP&T) & Sunday School
11:30 am - Edgerton / Duncan Wedding, Braddock's
3:00 pm - Women's Ministry Meeting at Pastor Sue's House
6:00 pm - Confirmation - Pizza, Song & Sacrament
Monday (5/21)
1:00 pm - Helping Hands
4:00 pm - Staff Meeting
6:00 pm - Men's & Women's Ministry Dinner
Tuesday (5/22)
1:45 pm - Celebration Ringers
6:00 pm - New Members Dinner & Service of Welcome
7:00 pm - Book Review & Fellowship
Wednesday (5/23)
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast - Red Lion Diner
9:30 am - Mom's Study
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study-the book of Acts
4:30 pm - 'Dinner at the Diner' @ Westampton Diner
6:00 pm - SHYM (Senior High Youth Ministry)
7:30 pm - New Life Choir Practice
Thursday (5/24)
(Pastor Jone's Day off)
6:00 pm - Vigil of Pentecost with Holy Communion
Sunday (5/27) Day of Pentecost
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving with Holy Communion & Sunday School
Monday (5/28)
Office Closed (Have a Blessed Memorial Day)
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- - - - - "Save the Date" for these Upcoming Events - - - -
Jun 14 - Thu - SIGHT & SOUND's JONAH
ANYTIME: "Simply Giving" contribution form can be obtained by clicking here
ANYTIME: GRACE PLACE Preschool accepting applications. Click here for more information
ALSO: Dedication charts for 2012 weekly flower dedications and monthly sanctuary lamp and communion bread & wine are available on the bulletin board!
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Holy Humor...
There's this cathedral that's still being worked on, and the workers have rigged a "cage elevator" inside so they can get material up and down to the upper floors. A characteristic of these "cage elevators" is that the doors (gate) must be closed manually for them to be "called" to another floor.
One day one of the workers, Peter by name, takes the elevator to the top floor, and it is subsequently needed on the first floor by the sexton. Unfortunately, Peter forgot and left the door open. After the sexton rings for the elevator a couple times, to no avail, he yells up for the worker to send the lift back down. Visitors to the cathedral were treated to this sight: The sexton of the cathedral, head tipped up, yelling up to the heavens:
"Peter! CLOSE THE GATES!!!"
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 Pastor David Jones: Rev_Jones@lordlife.us1 Winchester Court 609-268-0262 (office)
Tabernacle, NJ 08088 609-268-3470 (fax)
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OUR Purpose: Lord of Life is a welcoming community of forgiven people proclaiming the perfect love of Jesus Christ!
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