Reach Out. Proclaim. Inspire.

Oct. 22, 2014

Beginner's Bible - Three year-olds will receive their first Bible at the 8:30 and 9:45 a.m. worship services on Oct. 26.

Mission: Cereal Boxes - We're gathering in a harvest of cereal boxes! Help us reach our goal of 500 boxes by Nov 1-2. See article below.

Prayer Partners - Thank you for your willingness to be a Prayer Partner to each of the three-year old children enrolled in Faith Creek. Your prayers are an important ministry for each child throughout the school year.

This Weekend

This weekend we celebrate The Reformation, set into motion in 1517 when Martin Luther challenged church leaders to debate interpretation of the Holy Scriptures by nailing his 95 Theses to the door of the cathedral in Wittenburg. Readings for this weekend's worship include Romans 3:19-28 and John 8:31-36:

Then Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, 'If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.' They answered him, 'We are descendants of Abraham and have never been slaves to anyone. What do you mean by saying, "You will be made free"?' Jesus answered them, 'Very truly, I tell you, everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin. The slave does not have a permanent place in the household; the son has a place there for ever. So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.

Sign Up for Families Moving Forward!

Your gifts of time, talent and money make a difference in the lives of families who are experiencing homelessness through Families Moving Forward. We will once again be hosting up to 18 adults and children for one week beginning Oct. 26.

Your participation is a key part of making this ministry successful! Now you can sign up online for various tasks online at our CareCalendar site. To learn more about signing up for tasks, visit our website.

You can also sign up just inside Fellowship Hall (as you enter from the narthex) to host or make a dinner, do activities with families, provide groceries, stay overnight, or launder linens. Contact Sandy Dockter with questions: sandymdoc@gmail.com

Flute Recital by Linda Chatterton - Oct. 24

Flutist Linda Chatterton, who plays for our Saturday evening worship, is presenting a recital this Friday, Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 4801 France Ave. S. in Minneapolis. Linda will be performing with pianist, Matthew Mc Cright. Music of Schubert, Prokofiev, Milhaud, featuring the world premiere of Doug Opel's "Amalgams." All are welcome, and the event is free.

Mom's Morning - Oct. 25

Early Childhood Ministry invites Moms of young children to the October monthly gathering. Come for a 1 hour gathering with other Moms for Inspiration, Mom Support, Fellowship and a Continental Breakfast. We will meet in the Fellowship Hall and newly remodeled kitchen on Saturday, Oct. 25, 10-11 a.m. For easy access to the gathering, use the upper parking lot and enter the building on the upper level. Please feel free to bring a friend with you to the gathering. Childcare is available in the Childcare Center. Please register for the gathering/childcare by contacting Liz Nelson at lnelson@spdlc.org. We look forward to seeing you there!

Apostles' Creed Study - Oct. 25-26

On Oct. 25 and 26, all Faith Creek students in grades 3-5 will be joining Kathy in the Center for Faith and Life to learn about the Apostles' Creed.

Fall Festival - Oct. 26

You won't want to miss Fall Festival, Sunday, Oct 26 from 3-4:30 p.m.! Join us for an afternoon of fall fun, including bouncy house, Trunk-or-Treat, a wagon ride, petting zoo, games, activities, hotdogs, cider and more. No cost. Invite your friends!

Encounter: Creativity - Oct. 26

The first in a series of events called "Encounter" will be Sunday, Oct. 26 at 5 p.m. with Concordia University Professor of Visual Arts Keith Williams. Williams will work on his pottery wheel while talking with us about craft, creativity and creation. For more information contact Pastor Mathison at cmathison@spdlc.org or Amanda Berger at aberger@spdlc.org.

"Encounter" means unexpected meeting with someone. We hope this, and future Encounter events, will inspire faithful conversation as the result of an unexpected meeting with God.

Ken Barlow Speaks on Mental Health - Oct. 30

Ken Barlow, chief morning meteorologist for KSTP-TV went public two years ago with his bipolar disorder and as a Mental Health Advocate speaks about his own journey as well as the need to break the stigma and perceived shame of mental illness. Barlow will speak on Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. at St. Philip the Deacon.

Mission: Cereal Boxes - Nov. 1-2

Faith Creek students! We are gathering in boxes of cereal for the Messiah food shelf. Help us toward our goal of 500 boxes by the weekend of Nov. 1-2.

Bring your cereal box donations to church this weekend! Let's help feed those in need!

Worship in the World - Nov. 2

You are invited to a special All Saints service on Sunday, Nov. 2 at 9:45 a.m. at Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis. During a brief outdoor service of thanksgiving, each person will have the opportunity to remember loved ones. We will sing and share the sacrament. This service takes place at the Lakewood Reflection Pool (just inside the gates and to the right) regardless of the weather so you are encouraged to dress appropriately. Family and friends are welcome. Warm cider and refreshments follow the service. Contact Pastor Mathison at cmathison@spdlc.org.

All services this weekend will include an All Saints remembrance of those who have died during the past year.

One-Year Bible - Prepare with Bible 101 - Nov. 5

Join SPD members and friends in reading through the Bible in one year. Participants may purchase a copy of The NRSV Daily Bible for $20, available beginning Nov. 1, at church. (Also available online.) Each week an email will highlight what to look for in the readings and periodic gatherings will be scheduled to reflect on our journey. Join the email list on the SPD website.

Get ready to read the Bible in 2015 by participating in a three-session class, Bible 101. We will look at how the Bible came to be, consider its contents and structure, and discuss how to read God's word. We will meet Wednesday evenings beginning Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 6:30 p.m. Contact Pastor Mathison at cmathison@spdlc.org

Healthcare Decisions and the Family - Nov. 6

Join us at SPD on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. for Healthcare Decisions and the Family, an evening seminar to help educate and equip families to have meaningful discussions about end-of-life healthcare preferences. The seminar will be led by Anne Denny of Thrivent Financial, an expert in healthcare directives. The seminar is free, and open to the public.

Progressive Dinner - Nov. 15

Here's a wonderful way to enjoy the fellowship of our congregation: Join us Saturday, Nov. 15 at 6:30 p.m. for a Progressive Dinner!

How it works: You will be assigned a different home for appetizers and main course, and then everyone will gather together at church for dessert and coffee. You will be asked to provide either an appetizer, salad/bread, main course or dessert. We are also look for hosts for the appetizer and main course. To sign-up, email Cindy Carlson at ccarlson@spdlc.org. Childcare is available.

Pizza and Movie Night - Nov. 15

Kids in elementary school are invited to Movie and Pizza Night, Saturday, Nov. 15, beginning at 6:30 p.m. $5 per child. Register at stphilip.smartevents.com.

Book Club - Nov. 16

Tthe book selection for November is New York Time's bestselling author Barbara Brown Taylor's new book Learning to Walk in the Dark. Taylor became uncomfortable with our tendency to associate all that is good with light and all that is evil and dangerous with darkness. She asks and reflects on this question: Doesn't God work in the nighttime as well? Discussion takes place on Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. A limited number of books are available for purchase at the hospitality desk and this book is readily available in bookstores and online. For more information please contact Pastor Mathison at cmathison@spdlc.org or Amanda Berger at aberger@spdlc.org.

Pictorial Directory Photo Sessions - Nov. 18-19

We have added a few more photography dates! If you consider St. Philip the Deacon your faith community, we encourage you to be a part of the pictorial directory. Make your appointment today! There is no cost to you, unless you decide to purchase additional portraits. Each family who has their picture taken will receive a free 8x10 color portrait. Sign up for a time slot on Nov. 18 or 19 from 2-9 p.m. You may make an appointment online by visiting the church website.

Encounter: Stargazing - Nov. 21

The second event in the Encounter series will be Friday, Nov. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Phil and Mona Milne. Our guest will be WCCO Meteorologist Mike Lynch, who will bring his telescopes for a magical night of stargazing, and serve as our guide to the solar system. Space is limited and registration is required. For more information please contact Pastor Mathison at cmathison@spdlc.org or Amanda Berger at aberger@spdlc.org.

Encounter means unexpected meeting with someone. We hope these events will inspire faithful conversation as the result of an unexpected meeting with God.

In This Issue

This Weekend

Families Moving Forward

Flute Recital

Mom's Morning

Apostles' Creed

Fall Festival

Encounter: Creativity

Ken Barlow Presentation

Mission: Cereal Boxes

Worship in the World

One-Year Bible Read-Along

Family Healthcare Decisions

Progressive Dinner

Pizza and Movie Night

Book Club

Pictorial Directory Photos

Encounter: Stargazing

Faithful Parenting

God is our refuge and strength,

a very present help in trouble.

Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change, though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea;

Though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble with its tumult.

There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High.

God is in the midst of the city; it shall not be moved; God will help it when the morning dawns.

The nations are in an uproar, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts.

The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.

Come, behold the works of the Lord; see what desolation he has brought on the earth.

He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow, and shatters the spear;

He burns the shields with fire.

'Be still, and know that I am God! I am exalted among the nations,

I am exalted in the earth.'

The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.

Psalm 46

For Reflection

"I wish not merely to be called Christian, but also to be Christian."

- Ignatius of Loyola

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Faithful Parenting

Consistency in Parenting

Consistency in parenting is not so much about the method we choose, but the heart behind the method. If our heart is consistently operating from an abundance of God's grace and truth in our lives, we can effectively use any variety of methods for dealing with our children's misbehavior