Oct 4, 2012 Lord of Life Lutheran Church
L i f e L i n e s  Serving Others - Sewing Machines & Dresses for Haiti, Helping Hands making sandwiches for Christian Caring Center, Fuller Center Building Homes
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From the Desk of Pastor Dave Jones
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Brothers and Sisters...
If it's Fall at Lord of Life, it must be time for our annual stewardship emphasis. And so the theme of what we will be sharing this year has it's focus in "Stories to Tell...Gifts to Share". LOL has over 25 years worth of stories to share now with almost all of them good, gracious and Godly (well we are all sinners and some stories we would rather not share) and more in the making! Each one of our stories has something to say about how God in Christ, by the power of the Holy Spirit, has left his mark on us.
Throughout the next 5 weekends we will have the opportunity to view a variety of "video witnesses" from our congregation. All of these people have marveolus stories to share; stories of how God has shaped and blessed their lives big time! Through their own experiences of learning, serving and celebrating, these men and women of faith have something of value to say to us. Both at worship and on our web site, we will see how the power and presence of the Lord of Life has challenged these people to grow in sharing their own time, talent and treasure.
By the first weekend in November we will all have had the opportunity to prayerfully consider and then decide how we too might share our gifts as we move into the year 2013. On that weekend of November 3 & 4, Pastor Linda Wood (Our first intern and now recently retired ELCA pastor) will be sharing a message that focuses our attention on the festival of All Saints as we bring our 25th anniversary to a close. It will be a wonderful occasion for us to "look to the past thankfully...look to the future hopefully...and live into the present boldly!"
May God continue to give us faithful stories to tell and abundant gifts to share!
Your Brother in Christ, Pastor David Jones
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Thank you to some of our unsung servants here at Lord of Life! Cindy Lee who makes sure we have flowers both in and out of the sanctuary to beautify our space. And to Barb Urban who puts the Sanctuary back together each week after we've finished messing it up over the weekend! Our thanks to both of you!
ADDITIONAL CONFIRMATION COACHES NEEDED FOR 7th AND 8TH GRADE
- We still need some additional people to help coach our Confirmation Learning sessions on Sunday mornings during the school year. There are a total of 12 sessions in all occurring in October, January, and March. The Pastors Jones could use some assistance with the 8th grade class and we're looking for another person to partner with Kristy Godfrey in working with the 7th grade class. Please contact Pastor Sue, Marie Lamb or the church office if you're interested in helping.
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The annual Estimate of Sharing ("EOS") cards will be sent out shortly. We would like to have all of these returned by the Nov 4th weekend, EVEN if you can't make a commitment at this time. We have a guest speaker for that weekend, which is special because it is the end of our 25th Anniversary Year of missions and ministries for Christ.
Please prayerfully consider your support of our ministries, and make an effort to return this card, or this year with this link you can fill it out online or also from the website at www.lordlife.us We will also have a spot on the web for a time & talent survey, so we can find opportunities for you to share your gifts with others.
We are striving for 100% returns from all members of their estimates of sharing (even if you can't make a commitment at this time we need that info back). It is important to receive these by the end of the 25th Anniversary year so we can plan for and look forward to 2013 and the ministries that you make possible.
Thanks again for being an important part of the ministries of Lord of Life! EOS form on web:
http://home.comcast.net/~lordlife/eos.htm
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THANKS! ... to all the women who helped make the Bridge of Peace Dinner such a success. It is amazing how much we take for granted, then go to help them out and realize WOW I really am truly Blessed. They are always so grateful for whatever dinner we bring. Thanks again to everyone who helped one way or the other.
Oct 19-21st - Women's Retreat at Crossroads Retreat Center. Pls see Pastor Sue or Betty Mastrillo if interested.
Looking ahead
Potato Bags for sale!
Women's Ministry is making more potato bags to help with shipping of sewing machines to Haiti. These bags have multiple uses: potatoes are light & fluffy, tortilla shells are moist, corn on the cob is crisp and fresh and reheated rolls are just perfect -- all done in the microwave. Instructions will be included with each bag. Cost $10 per bag and benefit Hope Alive Clinic "Sewing for Haiti".
If interested please call Barbara Wagner, 609-859-0404. There is a limited number of bags so please call as soon as possible.
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CALLING ALL MEN OF FAITH !
Why not join the 12 men who have already come out to our Wednesday morning study this Fall at the Red Lion Diner in Southampton (Our server Eleanor would love to see some NEW smiling faces!). We invite you to "exercize your faith" with no fuss or muss and very little pain and strain. We meet from 8AM to 9AM in our own room in the back of the diner. We order off the breakfast menu (Pumkin Pancakes are now available!) and then share time in fellowship and faithful conversation. Even if you haven't joined us before, please don't hesitate to join us NOW! Our topic of conversation for the next several weeks will be the book of James (considered by many scholars to be the work of Jesus' oldest brother). If you have a bible, bring it along! If you have any questions about the MFB, just call me (609-707-6575) or E-mail me (Rev_Jones@lordlife.us). Looking forward to seing you whenever you're able to join us! - Your Brother in CHRIST, Pastor Jones P.S. Our next Men's Fellowship Dinner will be held on Monday, October 22 at P. J. Whelihans in Medford Lakes and our presenter will speak to us about the work of Amnesty International and how it has shaped her faith journey.
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Fuller Center of NJ Pines to Host 2013 Legacy Build
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From September 9th-14th, members of LOL could be found in Henry County, GA to participate in the Fuller Center Legacy Build, an annual week-long build where covenant partners around the world aim to help build or rehabilitate 100 homes. Merle and Neil Brown, Fran and Chuck Bubeck, Ed Harding, Rick Osman and Dennis Yates worked successfully on an entire home, including leveling the house, replacing rotten flooring and joists, new roofing, painting the outside, replacing the windows, painting some of the interior, putting new flooring down and redoing the bathroom. The client, Ms. Hunt, was a reclusive hoarder who was suspicious of us at the outset of the week, but by the end of the week, she was hugging and loving on us! She said, "This is the first time in my life that anyone promised me something and then delivered!"
During the trip, Fuller Center for Housing President David Snell, who visited us in July, announced that the Fuller Center for Housing in the New Jersey Pines has been selected to host the 2013 Legacy Build from July 29th-August 2nd! Build Up: Pemberton 2013 will find us hosting the project build and partnering with other organizations to help in the restoring of the Sunbury and other communities in Pemberton. We are very excited to have been selected, and there will be many opportunities for everyone to get involved!
Meanwhile, we are almost near completion on Justin Snodgrass' home! Many Fuller Center volunteers have worked tirelessly to complete the ramp and roofing, as well as outfit Justin's home with his own, very accessible bedroom and bathroom. Dedication is planned for October 5th!
For more information on our projects, including Build Up: Pemberton 2013, and other ways you can help to support the Fuller Center for Housing in the New Jersey Pines, please visit our website at www.fullercenternewjerseypines.org.
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Fuller Center Anniversary
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 Chuck and Fran Bubeck were married on Sept. 11, 1965 and they celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary by volunteering at the Millard Fuller Legacy Build in McDonough, Ga. Both are heavily involved with the Fuller Center in the New Jersey Pines, where Chuck is the vice-president.
"This is what we like to do," Fran said. "We like to go around and help people. We've been to Katrina. We've been to Isaac. We've been to Bosnia and Croatia on mission trips. I've been to Panama on a mission trip. Now, we're a part of The Fuller Center."
Congratulations Chuck & Fran, and thanks also for your continued SERVING!
Click here to honor the Bubecks' anniversary with a donation to The Fuller Center in their honor
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Update on new Church Sign
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 In case you haven't heard, Lord of Life is getting a new sign! The sign will have a 'static' upper panel with the church's name / logo, and then a full color lower display which we will be able to program for future events and activities at the church. Permits have been acquired, and you may have noticed some of the trees have been removed already. The planning is underway to start on the 'footer' for the sign.
This sign is an important upgrade to help us communicate the mission and ministries of our church, and help us share information with the surrounding community.
If you have any questions please see Andy Roppoli, Scott Glossner or Pastor David Jones.
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COME JOIN - the Adult Bible Study Group on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 AM for our fall study on the Old Testament. We'll be taking a birds eye view of the OT over several weeks. The schedule is listed below. New folks are always welcome... and you can start any time! REALLY!
- Oct. 10 - Wisdom Books (Job through Song of Solomon)
- Oct. 17 - Prophets (Isaiah through Malachi)
- Oct. 24 - Prophets cont.
- Oct. 31 - Apocrypha
- Nov. 7 - OT Review and outstanding questions
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Did You Know... That prior issues of the LifeLines are available at our website www.lordlife.us? Also we have a Facebook page? Feel free to point anyone who needs to see the great work going on in the Ministries of our church!
Volunteer Chaplain Aides are needed at Virtua Memorial Hospital in Mt. Holly. Openings for trained lay visitors every day of the week. Following a training and orientation process, an Aide may donate 2 to 4 hours each week to visit patients, offering them friendship and spiritual comfort. The 16 hour training course will be offered at Virtua Center for Learning, 1200 Howard Blvd, Mt. Laurel on Mon Oct 29 and Wed Oct 31 from 8-4pm (with continental breakfast at 7:30am). If you want to find out if volunteering is for you before signing up for the course, please phone for an info package with course details & process of volunteering in the hospital. Please phone Chaplain Wendy Boer at 609-267-0700 ext: 43281 or email your name/address to wboer@virtua.org.
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LYRA - Russian choir music group! Oct 6
The choir community "LYRA" consisting of professional musicians who are students or postgraduates of the Saint-Petersburg Conservatoire will be performing at St. Matthew Lutheran Church Saturday Oct 6 at 7:30pm. (318 Chester Ave., Moorestown). They perform folk songs of lyric, dancing & ritual nature in the arrangements of great choir music masters. Free Parking, Free-Will offering - join us for this event! New Life Choir is meeting on Wednesdays from 7:30 - 9:00 PM. Please consider joining our group--even if just for a Sunday!
"Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world." --Martin Luther
A Partner in Worship Event Sat, Nov 17
Gordon Lathrop and Gail Ramshaw at Reformation Lutheran Church, West Long Branch, for a Partners in Worship event. Starts at 1pm and concludes with Eucharist at 5pm. Dr. Lathrop is preaching & presiding.
The theme is "The ELW: Its Mission, Our Mission" and will explore the remarkable characteristics of the "cranberry book" and how our worship moves us to mission for the sake of the Gospel and the good of the world. Event is free and open to all but space is limited. To register in advance, or for more information, call 732-229-9180.
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NEW TRIP!!! The Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Ancient Times at the Franklin Institute, Thurs. Oct. 11
Sign up now to visit this special exhibit presenting one of the most comprehensive collections of ancient artifacts from Israel ever organized, featuring a total of twenty scrolls, displayed ten at a time, including the oldest known copies of the Hebrew Bible and four never-before-seen scrolls. With more than 600 items on display, visitors will experience firsthand the traditions, beliefs and iconic objects from everyday life, more than 2000 years ago.We'll carpool at 9:30, experience the exhibit and any other parts of the institute, have lunch, and head back before rush hour! The cost is $30 which includes admission and parking. Please sign up and pay by Sunday, Sept. 30th, so that we can reserve our entrance time.
A Walk in the Park-Medford Leas-Monday, Oct 15, 1:00
We're going local this month as we head to Medford Leas! We'll start in the Community Building where we'll view Courtyard Gardens and then head out on some walking trails. Medford Leas is a natural gem right in our midst! Please sign up on the bulletin board.
PEP Harvest Luncheon-Thursday, Oct 18, Noon Special guests are coming, so you don't want to miss this one as Pastor Sue and Pastor Giselle Coutinho will be sharing "Paths thtough Portugal," reflections and photos from their recent trip. And to enhance the experience, we'll be sampling some special foods along with the main meal of roasted chicken, rice, and salad. All are welcome!
Save the dates! Helping Hands, Monday, Oct 22; Dinner at the Diner, Tuesday, Oct 30, 4:30
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 Octoberfest Sat Oct 13
The Auxiliary of Lutheran Care invites you to join them for their upcoming Octoberfest on Sat Oct 13th in the Social Hall of the Home at 255 East Main Street Moorestown. All proceeds go directly to benefit the residents of the facility. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under and are available for seating times of 4:00, 5:00, or 6:00 P.M. Call 856-235-1214 for tickets.
Also, Lord of Life has been asked to supply two homemade cakes for the dinner. Call Carol at 609-654-4077 if you can help.
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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 & Jeff Dayton (10/5), Melinda & Jason Hanley (10/6),
Tina & Bill Leach (10/8), Melissa & David Ciliberti (10/9),
Sarah & Michael Ditzel (10/9), Tom & Linda Hall (10/10), Marcy & Gregg Parker (10/10),
Debra & David Vacca (10/10), Kim & Carl Mattson (10/11), Raymond & Ella Rathjen (10/13),
Nancy & Lib DeAngelis (10/14), Dennis & Donna Smith (10/14), Julie & Steve Vorwerk (10/15),
Bettie & Bill Lohman (10/17), Denise & Martin Mozitis (10/18)
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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 Carolyn Cuviello (10/5), Drew Mozitis (10/5), Nicholas Minnick (10/6),
Madison Groeller (10/7), David Albinson (10/8), Jim Cottingham (10/8), Jake Miller (10/8),
Jill Glossner (10/9), Kaitlyn Glossner (10/9), Kristina Haugland (10/10), Devon Jervis (10/10),
Lynne Larson (10/10), Samantha Jane Ditzel (10/11), Matthew Fennimore (10/12),
Jennifer Venturi (10/12), Doug Hess (10/13), Rachel Jones (10/13), Anthony Venturi (10/13),
Priscilla Faucett (10/14), Devon Borkowski (10/15), Alfred Cole (10/15), Rich Watson (10/16),
Tina Leach (10/17), Cora Albinson (10/18), Ralph Schwab (10/18)
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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!
Alexandra Miller (10/5), Dylan Parker (10/6), Benjamin Jones (10/6),
Robbie Sunbury (10/6), Carl Mattson (10/6), Wallace Pickard (10/6),
Kira Albinson (10/6), Ralph Schwab (10/7), Bill Dreisbach (10/7), Amanda Kucklinca (10/7),
Tracy DeCristofaro (10/7), Michele Ingrao (10/8), William Reich (10/9), Joseph Daly (10/9),
Claudia Levin (10/9), Matthew Romanuski (10/11), William, Jr. Rudderow (10/11),
Ann Merillat (10/12), Robert Barnes (10/12), Ella Doel (10/13), Ruth Byrd (10/14),
Tammy Miller (10/14), Ryan Brown (10/14), Jennifer Strobl (10/14), Barbara Schwing (10/15),
Don Seislove (10/16), Edmund Vernier (10/17), Andrew Cosper (10/17), Rita Bergerson (10/17),
Mary Roppoli (10/18), Colleen McDowell (10/18)
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Prayers of the Congregation
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PRAYERS FOR HEALING & STRENGTH:
The Adams family, Suzanne Brinn, John Drew, the Glossner family, Erin Gordon, William Knoll, Rosanna LaMantia, Lori Lee & family, Lilly, Shane Magrann, Melissa Mignogna, Nick Molnar, Donna Paetzold, Noel Quinn & Teresa;
SYMPATHY & PRAYERS
are extended to the Lamberg family on the death of Art; to Steve Parker on the death of his wife Judy; and to Ann Pecan & family on the death of their son.
BORN AGAIN THIS WEEKEND
by Water and the Word are Michael Stanley Chojnacki & Daisy Love Kunkel. We ask God's blessing on them, their parents and godparents. May the Lord strengthen all of us in our commitment as we nurture our newest children in Christian faith.
CONGRATULATIONS
to Christine & Robert Countess on the birth of their son, Collan John, on September 26!
THOSE SERVING OUR COUNTRY:
CJ Albrecht, Tommy Cksekellich, Matthew Cuviello, Joe Delgado, Peter Fernandes, Nick Ferry, Kyle Hatcher, Dan Humbert, Rob Jones, Joey Miller, Kevin Overcash, Jeremy Pifer, Tommy Riches, Kenny Shugars, Brian Smith, Rich Stull, Crissy Tindall, Ethan Wade, John Williams, Daniel Wilson, Jacob Wilson, Tyson Wood & Arthur Zepnick; as well as people in all areas of conflict around the world.
SPECIAL NEEDS:
All those seeking employment (hope & confidence).
MISSION PARTNERS:
NJ Synod's Gateway Mission Oval and Samaritan Ministries of Hot Springs, Arkansas.
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Upcoming Events at Lord of Life!
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Thursday (10/4)
7:30 pm - Finance Team
(Pastor David Jones day off)
Friday (10/5)
7:00 pm - Troop 23953 (in FDC room #208)
(Pastor Sue Jones day off)
Saturday (10/6) 6:00 pm - Stewardship of Life Service of Holy Communion "Name Tag Weekend"
Sunday (10/7)
8:30 am - Stewardship of Life Service of Holy Communion
10:00 am - Stewardship of Life Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving (PP&T) & Sunday School
& Confirmation Learning Session
Monday (10/8)
9:00 am - Staff Meeting
6:30 pm - Council Meeting
7:30 pm - Ministry Team Meeting
Wednesday (10/10)
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast @ Red Lion Diner
9:30 am - Mom's Bible Study
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
6:00 pm - Senior High Youth Gathering
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
7:30 pm - Women's Study
Thursday (10/11)
(Pastor David Jones' Day off)
Friday (10/12)
(Pastor Susan Jones' Day off)
9:00 am - New Members' Orientation
6:00 pm - Service of Word & Prayer
7:30 pm - "Paths through Portugal" with Pastor Sue & Pastor Giselle
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving with Holy Communion, Sunday School
&Confirmation Learning Session
Monday (10/15)
1:00 pm - A "Walk in the Park"-Medford Leas - See Sue Dreisbach for info.
Tuesday (10/16)
7:00 pm - New Members' Orientation
Wednesday (10/17)
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast at Red Lion Diner
9:30 am - Mom's Study
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
6:00 pm - Senior High Youth Gathering
7:30 pm - Women's Study
7:30 pm - New Life Choir - all are welcome!
Thursday (10/18)
12:00 pm - PEP (People Enjoying People) Harvest Luncheon - see Sue Dreisbach for info.
(Pastor David Jones Day off)
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- - - - - "Save the Date" for these Upcoming Events - - - -
Oct 19-21 - Fri-Sun - Women's Retreat at Cross Roads Camp - Open to all women, but limited to first 50 who sign up! See Betty Mastrillo for info.
Oct 21 - noon - Lord of Life Cleanup Retreat - see Marie Lamb for info!
Oct 21 - noon - Senior High Hayride / Pumpkin Picking - see
Ashley Vorwerk for info
Oct 22 - 12:30 pm - Helping Hands - open to all making sandwiches - donations of lunch meat & cheese are needed - please see Sue Dreisbach
Oct 22 - 6pm - Men's Ministry Dinner - guest speaker Janet Bruner, info on Amnesty International
Oct 23 - New Members' Dinner & Service of Welcome
Oct 28 - RefCon II & Dinner at Saint Paul's Lutheran Church
ANYTIME: "Simply Giving" contribution form can be obtained by clicking here
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The preacher was wired for sound with a lapel mike, and as he preached, he moved briskly about the platform, jerking the mike cord as he went.
Then he moved to one side, getting wound up in the cord and nearly tripping before jerking it again. After several circles and jerks, a little girl in the third pew leaned toward her mother and whispered, "If he gets loose, will he hurt us?"
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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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