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Issue #405 March 14, 2014
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The Southeastern Synod ENews will be published every other week for the next couple of months. On the alternate weeks, we will publish special editions to keep you informed about the upcoming Southeastern Synod Assembly.
See you in Chattanooga!
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From a cross, a dazzling light
The essence of Christ: Loving, selfless suffering and death for the life of the world.
 Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his face shown like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white (Matthew 17:1-2).
The Transfiguration is a strange story-the mountain, the light, the appearance of Moses and Elijah, the utterly confounded disciples, the voice of God. How do we make sense of this supernatural event? What does the Transfiguration of our Lord have to do with us? I confess that I couldn't figure it out. So, when serving in the parish, I scheduled Youth Sunday on Transfiguration Sunday, thereby successfully avoiding preaching about it for years. Continue.
A monthly message from the Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton, the presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. This column originally appeared in the March issue of The Lutheran. and is reprinted with permission.
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2014 Southeastern Synod
Assembly
Chattanooga Convention Center 
One Carter Plaza
Chattanooga, TN 37402
423-756-0001
Begins Friday, May 30, 2014
Ends Sunday, June 1, 2014
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NOMINATIONS ARE SOUGHT FOR 2014 ASSEMBLY ELECTIONS
Bio Forms Due March 31
The Southeastern Synod Nominating Committee is currently seeking potential nominees for several positions to be elected at the 2014 Synod Assembly. Positions for which nominees are needed include Synod Vice President and Synod Council Members.
Click HERE for more information about these positions.
DEADLINE for submission of biographical forms to be considered by the Nominating Committee: March 31, 2014.
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Bishop H. Julian Gordy, ELCA-Southeastern Synod preached a sermon for the 2014 Association of Lutheran Development Executives (ALDE) Conference, February 21, 2014, in
Jacksonville, Florida.
1 Corinthians 10-11; Matthew 13:31-35
Building Bridges - Growing Mission.
The ALDE website says that my job here is to "set the first span of our bridge to growing mission." To tell the truth, I don't know much about building bridges. I've only built one, and that was across a small bayou that ran through our back yard... Continue.
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Lutheranch Round Up - You are Invited!
~ March 15, 2014 ~
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
344 Salem Church Road
Tallapoosa, GA 30176
For more information on the Round Up click here. To learn more about items for auction, click here. Note that the Round Up will be held at the new retreat center site on the Lutheranch property.
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When "Spiritual But Not Religious" Is Not Enough
March 19, 2014, 6:30 p.m.
 The Rev. Lillian Daniel, author of When "Spiritual But Not Religious" Is Not Enough will be a guest speaker at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Atlanta, GA on Wednesday, March 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Pastor, writer, and teacher, Lillian Daniel has served as senior minister of the First Congregational Church of Glen Ellyn, IL, since 2004. Her newest book is a provocative case for why religious community matters. This is a great opportunity to hear Pastor Daniel's case for church. This is a public event and all are welcome to attend. Parking will be available in the 3rd Street parking garage, as well as the 4th street lot.
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Help Needed!
To - Newland, NC  From - Franklin, TN
A parishioner is donating a keyboard that is 14-1/2" x 52-1/2" and weighs about 100 pounds. The legs are detachable as well as the pedals. There is also a bench that is 26" x 13" x 18" high. It will fit in a SUV or a car with drop down back seats. The ultimate destination is to Kara Ridenhour at LutherRock in Newland, NC. Her telephone number is 828-467-1333. PLEASE HELP get this donation to its final destination. It can be picked up at St. Andrew Luther Church, 908 Murfreesboro Rd., Franklin, TN 37064, 615-794-1624.
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An Evening of Song II
Christ Our Hope, Riverdale, GA
March 22, 2014, 6:00 p.m.
 The Voice of Hope Gospel Choir, Christ Our Hope Lutheran Church, 2165 Highway 138, Riverdale, GA presents An Evening of Song II on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. Featured guests are The Reaps of Joy Outreach Ministries Praise Team, Fresh Anointing Dance Ministries, and violinist - composer, Sedrick Benton.
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St. Paul's Scenic Sprint
Saturday, March 29, 2014
~ 5k Race ~
Sponsored by:
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St. Paul Lutheran Church
4826 Sweetwater-Vonore Rd
Vonore, TN 37885
Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. - $30.00
Early registration by March 15 - $25.00 and guaranteed t-shirt.
Contact Pastor William McDonald at mcdonald@twcnet.edu or 423-920-2635. Click here to visit the St. Paul Sprint 5k Run facebook page. Proceeds to support Good Shepherd Center of Monroe County and St. Paul's Children's Ministry.
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Justice Notes
March 30, 2014, 4:00 p.m.
 St. Timothy Lutheran Church
Hendersonville, TN
In her presentation "Justice Notes" the Rev. Emilie Townes, the Dean and E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professor of Womanist Ethics and Society at Vanderbilt Divinity School, will explore four ways to respond to the challenges we face in today's world as people of faith. Click here for details.
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Women of the ELCA Spring Cluster Meetings
All women of all ages are cordially invited to a WELCA Spring Cluster meeting. Come and join the fellowship and fun. The meetings are listed below.
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Mission Cluster - 05
March 15, 2014
Holy Trinity Lutheran
2922 Sandy Plains Road
Marietta, GA 30066
Click here
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Life Together - 06
March 29, 2014
Faith Lutheran
225 Jamestowne Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37934
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Good News Cluster - 02
March 29, 2014
St. Matthew's Lutheran 4026 Macon Road
Columbus, GA 31907
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Gulf Coast Cluster - 09
March 29, 2014
Holy Trinity Lutheran
8271 Whispering Pines Road
Daphne, AL 36526
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Diaspora Cluster - 07
April 5, 2014
Christ Lutheran
424 2nd Ave SE
Cullman, AL 35055
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Trinity Cluster - 03
April 5, 2014
Lutheran Church of
The Atonement
1875 Joseph E. Boone
Atlanta, GA 30314
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Ebenezer Cluster - 01
April 26, 2014
Lord of Life Lutheran
2801 Frederica Road
St Simons Island, GA 31522
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Magi Cluster - 04
April 26, 2014
Living Grace Lutheran
1812 Cooledge Road
Tucker, GA 30084
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The King Cluster - 08
April 26, 2014
Trinity Lutheran
705 Wilson Avenue
Tullahoma, TN 37388
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 | | Connie Pearson, Chairperson Health Ministries Task Force |
Note from the editor: Regrettably, Ms. Pearson's article was not published earlier as planned. Her advise, however, is still applicable to those of us who struggle to get a good night's rest.
S eventy million Americans (25% of the adult population) are chronically sleep deprived. Sufficient sleep is increasingly being recognized as an essential aspect of chronic disease prevention and health promotion. Sufficient sleep is not a luxury but a necessity that should be thought of as a vital sign for good health. It is for this reason that March 3 - 9, 2014 is recognized as National Sleep Awareness Week. Continue. |
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Have You Taken Your Portico Assessment Yet?
Portico Health Assessment:
As of March 1, 2014, we have achieved 31.89% enrollment. Our goal is to reach or exceed 65%. Many thanks to the 59 members who completed their assessments. An additional 62 participants are needed to realize a savings of $36,000.00.
Last year we successfully enrolled 71.50%.
Please, make time today to take the assessment!
Takes 10 - 20 minutes of your time;
Earn $150 in wellness dollars for taking assessment;
Earn additional dollars for follow up activities;
Earn money for synod to fund sabbatical and wellness grants for rostered leaders.
Click here to get started.
Southeastern Synod Wellness/Sabbatical Grant Applications: Thanks to our synod's participation in the Portico Health Assessment the last two years, we have been able to award grants to rostered leaders for sabbaticals and wellness initiatives. The next deadline for grant applications is April 15. Learn more and find an application here.
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Hunger Walk/Run - Thank You!
THANK YOU to everyone who came out to the 30th Anniversary of the Hunger Walk/Run Sunday, March 9. It was a gorgeous day and an even more gorgeous turnout as more than 15,000 of you took to the streets to walk or run for hunger relief. We'll be reporting our final tallies at the end of this month. Until then, you can still donate to this incredible event and check out our photo album on Facebook. From the bottom of our sunburned hearts, we thank you all!
Originally published in the enews of The Atlanta Community Food Bank, 732 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd., N.W., Atlanta, GA 30318-6628.
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Resources, Retreats, Learning Opportunities
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Summer Camp Opportunities from NovusWayer Now
At Lutheridge, Lutherock, Luther Springs, and yes, Lutheranch this summer,
we believe that a week of summer camp provides both youth and adults
terrific opportunities for building community, and individual growth in so
many ways - most importantly faith development. The first early bird registration ends March 15. Click here for information.
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Faith Alive at Lutheranch - March 21-23, 2014
Faith Alive is now at Lutheranch! Vicar Melody Simpkins will lead the weekend on Holy Baptism, teaching youth the importance of sacrament in Lutheran worship. Space is limited at this confirmation retreat, so register early. Adult leaders are welcome to fully participate and serve as chaperons for their youth. For information and registration call Angie at 828-209-6328.
Cost: $136 per camper or $80 per adult
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Holy Trinity, Nashville, TN Hosts
"Building an Inclusive Church"
March 28 - 29, 2014
 Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church is hosting a "Building an Inclusive Church" Workshop that is being led by ReconcilingWorks. The "Building an Inclusive Church" training helps you design and implement a process for your congregation to publicly and intentionally welcome people of all gender identities and sexual orientations.
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Click the picture above for information and registration.
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 "One God, One Call" Conference
April 27 - 29, 2014
Omaha, NE
This conference is intended to strengthen ministry and outreach to people with intellectual and development disabilities. Click here for details. Questions may be directed to Rev. David DeFreese or Cherlyne Beck.
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Evangelical Lutheran Worship - Seasonal Liturgies
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 Liturgies for Ash Wednesday, Sunday of the Passion, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday are reprinted from Evangelical Lutheran Worship and are especially useful for services that take place outside the usual worship space. Click here to order from Augsburg Fortress. |
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| | Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS) introduces the first edition of the 2014 Leadership Toolkit. Key features include an important update about the yearlong LIRS 75th Anniversary of walking with refugees and migrants to a brighter new future. Click on the headline above to read the first edition and to find ways to connect with LIRS. |
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Installations & Ordinations
Sunday, March 16, 2014, 2:00 p.m.
AIM Melody Simpkins will be ordained to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 731 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30308. Rostered leaders are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is red.
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Coming Up!
March 15: Lutheranch Roundup, Tallapoosa, GA
March 16: Ordination of AIM Melody Simpkins
March 21 - 23: Faith Alive, Lutheranch, Tallapoosa, GA
March 22: An Evening of Song II, Christ Our Hope, Riverdale, GA
March 28 - 29: "Building an Inclusive Church", Holy Trinity, Nashville, TN
April 1: Nominations due for 2014 Bishops' School at LTSS
April 24 - 27: Create in Me, Lutheridge, Arden NC
May 30 - June 1: Synod Assembly, Chattanooga, TN
June 13 - 20: AFFIRM 2014, Berry College, Rome, GA
July 18 - 20: Lutheran Men in Mission, "Guys, Guts and God's Glory", Nashville, TN
July 21 - 28: Young Adults Go to Guatamala
July 24 - 27: WELCA Ninth Triennial Gathering 2014
View the entire synod calendar here.
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Save the Dates
September 7: "God's Work. Our Hands. Sunday 2014"
Details will be provided as received.
October 13 - 16: Leadership Convocation, Lutheridge
July 15 - 19, 2015: ELCA Youth Gathering, Detroit, MI
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Click here to view descriptions and application instructions for the following open positions and others listed on our website:
Part-Time Administrative Assistant (New):
Day1, Atlanta, GA
Full-Time Director of Youth Ministry:
Faith Lutheran Church, Knoxville, TN
Full-Time Campus Pastor:
Texas Lutheran University in Seguin, TX
Full-Time Children, Youth and Family Ministries Coordinator:
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (HTLC) in Hickory, NC
Full-Time Lay Staff Christian Education Coordinator:
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (HTLC) in Hickory, NC
Part-Time Interim Worship Service Accompanist:
Epiphany Lutheran Church, Suwanee, GA
If you'd like to see your employment opportunity listed on our website, please submit your position title, description, contact information, application instructions, and other relevant information to Carolyn Davis. | |
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Synod Volunteer Opportunities
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Volunteers are crucial to the mission of the Southeastern Synod. Click here to find ways you can serve. Thank you for your generosity!
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404-589-1977
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