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Issue #451 November 11, 2015
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 On this Veterans Day, we give thanks for the men and women who have served our country. Click here for prayer resources to be used individually and in your congregations. The Armed Services Prayer Book is another helpful resource for supporting those who have served, or are serving in our military and their families. |
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Candidacy - Your Synod at Work
The Candidacy Committee announces the following decisions from its November 2015 meeting.
Approved for ordained ministry
Zachary Baer, Epiphany, Collierville, TN
Kyoung-Ki Kim, Christ the King, Peachtree Corners, GA
Anna Montgomery, Christ, Prattville, AL
Monica Weber, St. Timothy, Hendersonville, TN
Approved for ordained ministry - Ordained in another Christian tradition
Uijin Hwang, Advent, LaGrange, GA
Endorsed for ordained ministry
Preston Fields, St. John's, Knoxville, TN
Will Wing, St. John's, Knoxville, TN
Entranced for ordained ministry
Joleen Branford, Christ the King, Peachtree Corners, GA
Sarah Garrett, Trinity, Tullahoma, TN
Glossary:
An Entrance decision means the Candidacy Committee has affirmed the candidate's potential for ministry and initiates the candidate's candidacy process in the ELCA.
An Endorsement decision affirms a candidate's specific ministry track (happens about half-way through the process) and his/her continued progression through the candidacy process.
An Approval decision affirms the candidate's readiness for rostered ministry in the ELCA and initiates his/her assignment to a synod and eligibility for a call.
To begin the candidacy process, speak with Jeanette Burgess in the Synod Office, 404-589-1977, ext. 232.
Upcoming Candidacy Meetings:
- April 14-16, 2016 (deadline for materials is February 15)
- July 28-30, 2016 (deadline for materials is June 1)
- November 3-5, 2016 (deadline for materials is September 15)
Click here to learn more about candidacy in the ELCA.
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December 6, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. EST
Dr. Everett Flanigan will be ordained to the office of Word and Sacrament at Christ Our Hope Lutheran Church, 2165 Highway 138, Riverdale, GA.
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Rogers Installed at Cross of Life, Roswell, GA
The Rev. David W. Rogers was installed as Associate Pastor for Spiritual Care at Cross of Life Lutheran Church, Roswell, GA on November 1. Pastor Rogers is ordained in the Presbyterian Church USA (PCUSA), and is currently serving under an Invitation to Extended Service through our full communion relationship with the PCUSA.
Pictured left to right - Front row:
Pr. Mark Beatty (Prince of Peace Lutheran, Johns Creek), Pr. Beth Brown Shugart (Duluth United Methodist, Duluth, GA), Associate in Ministry Michelle Angalet (Assistant to the Bishop, ELCA-Southeastern Synod), Pr. David Rogers, Pr. Penny Hill (Executive Presbyter, Greater Atlanta Presbytery, PCUSA), and Mr. Rocky Moore (Cross of Life).
Back row:
Pr. Tom Kenny (retired, currently serving as dean, Mission Conference, Southeastern Synod), Pr. James Clark (retired), The Rev. Dr. Gray Norsworthy (Johns Creek Presbyterian, John's Creek, GA), and Pr. Terri Stagner-Collier (Cross of Life).
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Thank you for your support of the ELCA Southeastern Synod Together We Can! Appeal! Thus far, we have received more than $21,000.00 in contributions to Together We Can! Your generosity will help us to strengthen our mission support, expanding our reach to do more of the work God has called us to in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi and Tennessee.
Thank you for your generous support.
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 "Ku Imba Mungu"...Sing to God
an African Advent Concert
St. Paul Lutheran Church
2569 Tilson Rd
Decatur, GA
December 13, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.
All are welcome!
Contact the church at 404-241-2524 for additional information.
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9th Annual German Advent Service
St. Timothy Lutheran Church
650 East Main
Hendersonville, TN
December 20, 2015 at 3:00 p.m.
Once again, many volunteers will be needed for this service which is open to all, especially the Middle Tennessee community. If you are willing to serve as usher, German-speaking lector, musician (including German-speaking singers), or baker willing to provide baked goods (German ones especially) please contact Carol Webster by phone (615-202-9108) or e-mail cbwebster@comcast.net. |
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Branch to Preach at St. Luke, Cordova, TN
January 17, 2016
8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
 The Rev. Lonnie Branch will preach at St. Luke, Cordova, TN, for the congregation's MLK Service. Rev. Branch is the author of "Reflections of Light, the Odyssey of a Black American Lutheran Pastor During the Civil Rights Years." He is a former pastor of Atonement Lutheran Church, Atlanta, GA and Martin Luther Lutheran Church in Mobile, AL.
"We are very grateful for the Southeastern Synod Multicultural grant that is supporting this event", said the Rev. Cliff Bahlinger, pastor, St. Luke. "We are also planning a congregational visit to the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis with Rev. Branch on Saturday, January, 16. All are invited to join us in welcoming Rev. Branch back to our Southeastern Synod."
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 Schmeling Featured on Day 1
The Rev. Bradley Schmeling, senior pastor of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, St. Paul, MN, is the featured preacher Dec. 6 on "Day 1" with host Peter Wallace. The nationally  broadcast ecumenical radio program is also accessible online at Day1.org. Pr. Schmeling is the former pastor of St. John's Lutheran Church, Atlanta, GA. Click here for more information.
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CONNECT. REFLECT. DISCOVER.
Early Bird registration began October 31, 2015.
Follow the link above for registration, lodging, and Gathering schedules.
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Support Lutheran Services of Georgia
on November 12th
for GEORGIA GIVES DAY!
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"Stewardship in a Digital Age"
Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary of Lenoir-Rhyne University
4201 North Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29203
January 29, 2016, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Presenter:
Center for Stewardship Leaders, Luther Seminary
Registration opens November 16, 2015
(Details to be provided at a later date.)
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International Survivors
of Suicide Loss Day
November 21, 2015
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Partners in Celebration
 The Partners in Celebration Program provides an intentional way for interested individuals and Southeastern Synod congregations to support new church starts and redevelopment efforts through "targeted" financial contributions. It is a very realistic goal for 100 Partners in Celebration to each contribute $100+ - three or four times each year - to a featured ministry. We have the potential for these gifts to easily generate additional, unbudgeted income of $10,000 or more which would be an enormous blessing for any size ministry. Right now the average amount received for each congregation featured in the Partners in Celebration program is $2000. We can do so much better! Please share this information with your congregation, family and friends.
Our highlighted ministry for the final quarter of 2015 is Hope International Mission located in the incredibly diverse community of Doraville, GA. Hope International Mission (HIM) is a Synodically Authorized Worshiping Community (SAWC) that may, in time, become a congregation under development. HIM is an intentional multi-ethnic mission that primarily attracts a younger generation of Christian seekers. Continue.
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14 Reasons Why I Get a Flu Shot Each Year
 Connie Pearson, Chair
Health Ministries Task Force
Have you had your annual flu shot? As I write this article I can say that I had mine a couple of weeks ago. If you want to read all about why you should have a flu shot you can go to the expert reference found at the bottom this article. It will give you all the updated information regarding this year's flu season. We know that there are some people who cannot receive vaccines for a variety of reasons. For the rest of us, there are plenty of reasons to get a flu shot! If you are still undecided, here are my reasons that I get mine each year and I hope these help you to decide to protect your health with a flu shot this year. Continue. |
The All-Tennessee Youth Gathering
 Messiah Lutheran Church
6900 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, Tennessee
November 14 - 15, 2015
Theme: Who Are We?
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 The Holidays: Overwhelming or Fulfilling? Tuesday, November 17 at 11:30 a.m. at TACC
The staff at The Training and Counseling Center at St. Luke's, ( TACC, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 98 Currier Street, Atlanta, GA) invites you to join them along with community experts for a series of Live & Learn Lunches on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. This is an opportunity to learn more about how to live with life's difficult conversations and challenging situations. Click here for the schedule and registration. |
 Advent Lutheran Church, Murfreesboro, TN
Hosts Scott Seeke
Monday, December 14, 2015
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Rev. Scott Seeke, ELCA Southeastern Synod pastor and author of Uncle Bush's Live Funeral will take part in a Q & A and book signing sponsored by the Advent Lutheran Church Book Club and Thrivent Financial.  The event takes place at Advent Lutheran Church, 1700 Irby lane, Murfreesboro, TN. |
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WE ARE CHURCH FOR THE SAKE OF THE WORLD
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Lutheran Immigration Leadership Summit
Lutheran leaders gathered in Washington, DC on October 26 and 27, 2015 for the annual Lutheran Immigration Leadership Summit (LILS). Representing the Southeastern Synod, Bishop H. Julian Gordy (seated at the head of the table above) participated in group discussions and (below) addressed the assembly at the Lutheran Immigration Refugee Services (LIRS) Prayer Breakfast.
Click here to learn more about the event. Click here to read the November issue of ELCA Advocacy which contains an article written by Hilton Austin, Jr., Southeastern Synod Advocacy Team, entitled "Southeastern Synod - Georgia". |
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Click here to learn about designating Refugee Sunday in your congregation. |
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Green Team Creation Retreat
at Lutheridge
November 13-14, 2015
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2015 
October 31, 2015: Grace Gathering, New Orleans, LA - Early Bird Registration began.
November 14 - 15, 2015: All-Tennessee Youth Gathering, Messiah Lutheran Church, Knoxville, TeN
December 13, 2015: An African Advent Concert "Ku Imba Mungu"...Sing to God, St. Paul, Decatur, GA
December 20, 2015: German Advent Service, St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Hendersonville, TN
2016
January 15 - 16, 2015: Synod Council Meeting, Epiphany Lutheran Church, Suwanee, GA
January 17, 2016: The ELCA - Southeastern Synod service of commemoration for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Location to be determined.
January 17, 2016: MLK Worship Service, St. Luke Lutheran Church, Cordova, TN
January 23, 2015: Advocacy Training - Georgia, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Atlanta, GA
January 29, 2016: Stewardship Symposium, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary of Lenoir Rhyne University. Registration begins November 16, 2015. Details to follow.
May 27 -29, 2016: - 2016 Southeastern Synod Assembly, Birmingham, AL
2017
July 13 - 17, 2017: Tenth Triennial for Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Minneapolis, MN
2018
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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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