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Dear Friend of St. Philip the Deacon:
Invitation to all former and current Crossways Bible Study Participants: Representatives from Crossways International will be here Wednesday, Jan 8 at 5 and 6:30 pm and Thursday, Jan 9 at 9:30 am for a one-hour evaluation. Your feedback and input will be highly valued and appreciated by Crossways. For more information contact Pastor Mathison. Note: Childcare will not be available during these sessions.
We are hosting a Blood Drive at church this afternoon. See full story below.
Confirmation of 9th Graders: Our 9th grade Confirmation students begin their week of Confirmation events this coming weekend with the "Blessing of Confirmands" at all services. Next week on Tuesday and Wednesday, they will participate in the Rite of Passage, and on Saturday the 18th at 11:00 and 2:00 they will be Confirmed at special services. Please keep them in your prayers during this important milestone and moment in their life of faith. Note: We still have opportunities for people to usher and serve communion for the services on the 18th -- please contact Cindy Carlson if you would like to serve at either of those services.
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This Weekend: Baptism of Jesus
 This weekend is the celebration of the Baptism of Jesus. Readings for the weekend include Isaiah 42:1-9 and Matthew 3:13-17.
Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized by him. John would have prevented him, saying, "I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?" But Jesus answered him, "Let it be so now; for it is proper for us in this way to fulfill all righteousness." Then he consented. And when Jesus had been baptized, just as he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased."
- Matthew 3:13-17
Image: Baptism of Jesus, He Qi
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Blood Drive January 8
During the holiday season there is a significant need for blood donors -- all types. To help meet this need we will be hosting a blood drive here at church on Wednesday, January 8 from 3:30-6:30 pm. You must be at least 17 years old, be in good health and free from colds or flu for at least 3 days. Walk-ins are welcome -- no appointment necessary. Contact Cindy Carlson at 763-475-7115 or ccarlson@spdlc.org with questions.
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Baptism Reunion Celebration Sunday at 10:30
 Families of children baptized during 2013, please register for this Sunday's breakfast brunch by Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014. We'll meet at 10:30 in the Center for Faith & Life (lower level, just inside the east entrance). We look forward to seeing families at the event. Contact Liz Nelson at lnelson@spdlc.org with any questions. |
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Caregivers Class Starts January 11
 A three-week class for adults caring for aging parents is scheduled to begin Sunday, January 26 at 11 am to noon and will continue for three weeks. This class will address issues, needs, and concerns of both parents and adult children, as well as provide helpful resources and support. Seminarian Rebecca Hinz will facilitate the course. Register by emailing Pastor Mathison at cmathison@spdlc.org or by using the pink insert sign up in the worship folder.
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Faith Creek Kleenex Mission 2014
The children of Faith Creek will be collecting Kleenex as their winter mission. This much needed item can be dropped off at the lower level Hospitality Desk and will be donated to Interfaith Outreach and Messiah Food Shelf. Donations will be accepted through February 16, 2014. Thank you for supporting the missions of the Faith Creek children!
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Electronic Giving: Let Us Know
About Credit Card Changes
 More and more families have been making contributions to St. Philip the Deacon via electronic giving. Electronic giving helps us to be more efficient and saves on postage and paper. A reminder: If you make contributions by credit or debit card, please alert us if you change the card or if it expires so we can update our records. For more information about electronic giving options, contact Cheryl Sjaarda, our Finance Administrator, at csjaarda@spdlc.org, or visit spdlc.org/giving. Thank you for your partnership in the Gospel. |
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Crossways Welcomes New Participants
 On January 22/23, we will begin the last ten sessions of our study of the Bible. During these weeks we will explore the letters of the New Testament with extra attention placed on Paul. Those traveling to Greece in April may find these classes of particular interest in preparation. If you would like to join the class, please email Pastor Mathison at cmathison@spdlc.org or use the pink insert to register. Classes meet Wednesdays at 5 or 6:30 and Thursdays at 9:30 am. Come when your schedule permits. Cost is $15 for materials. |
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Mark Your Calendars: Women's Retreat 2014
 St. Philip the Deacon Women, mark your calendars for March 28 -31 at Christ the King Retreat Center in Buffalo. More info and sign ups coming soon! Contact Pastor Strand Patterson with questions at vstrand@spdlc.org. |
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If you have questions about anything you've read here, or want to know more about St. Philip the Deacon and its ministries, please contact us at info@spdlc.org or 763-475-7100. | |
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The Lord Sits Enthroned as a King Forever
Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.
Ascribe to the Lord the glory of his name; worship the Lord in holy splendor.
The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, theLord, over mighty waters.
The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.
The voice of the Lord breaks the cedars; the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon.
He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, and Sirion like a young wild ox.
The voice of the Lord flashes forth flames of fire.
The voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness; the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh.
The voice of the Lord causes the oaks to whirl, and strips the forest bare; and in his temple all say, "Glory!"
The Lord sits enthroned over the flood; the Lord sits enthroned as king forever.
May the Lord give strength to his people! May the Lord bless his people with peace!
- Psalm 29
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6For ForForFor Reflection:
"The most satisfying thing in life is to have been able to give a large part of one's self to others."
-Pierre Teilhard de Chardin (1881-1955), French philosopher and priest.
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