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Season of Pentecost
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June 26, 2013
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Summer Hours
The New England Synod office will operate under summer hours from Independence Day (July 4) through Labor Day (Sept. 2). During that stretch, the Synod House will be open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each weekday.
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Pastor Dan Hille (St. Matthew, Avon, Conn.) interviewed St. Matthew's confirmands, and shared a video of their answers. It's an intriguing and sometimes humorous look at how the church's young members are processing the many lessons involved in their confirmation. Check it out!
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St. Andrew (Charlestown, R.I.) puts teens to work
 This summer, St. Andrew Lutheran Church will again host the Ocean State Work Camp, bringing 200 teenagers from across the country and Canada to tend to the Rhode Island residences of 35 homeowners who are financially or physically challenged, who are trying to stay in their homes throughout South County.
The work includes painting, repair and construction of wheelchair ramps, decks and stairs, and the installation of skirting on trailer homes. The work is free to the homeowners. Fundraising by St. Andrew paid for all of the construction projects, with a significant portion donated by Thrivent Financial.
The Ocean State Work Camp has its roots in St. Andrew's ongoing Faith in Action program and in Neighbors Helping Neighbors-RI, a 501(c)3 nonprofit.
Mickey Cochrane, a resident of Kodiak, Alaska, said she had a family friend, a man in his early 70's, living in Wickford, R.I. Winston Stadig lives alone, she said, and is blind. Cochrane said he was financially challenged and had some things that he needed done around the house and wondered if he could be a candidate for help through the Work Camp.
Chris Anderson, Secretary for the Ocean State Work Camp, forwarded the message to Richard Brakenwagen, President of St. Andrew's Church Council and coordinator of the Ocean State Work Camp.
"Once I visited with Winston in his home to survey his needs, I concluded that there was no way we could not reach out to this man," Brakenwagen said. "We found that his needs were far beyond the capability of the Work Camp; however we felt we could normalize his life through our 'Faith in Action' program.
"Mickey was very helpful in providing some background into Winston's needs, which we confirmed with a visit from some of our Faith In Action Team members. In all, seven of our Faith In Action team members accomplished some plumbing work and the refinishing of a wall and the painting of a room.
"We have plans to circle back with him from time to time, to ensure his safety and to see if he has any needs that we can attend to."
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NE Synod Assembly 2013 Highlights
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Assembly DVD
The Synod will provide a DVD for purchase that includes Bishop Hazelwood's report and Sunday sermon, as well as the discussion with the "nones." To obtain a DVD, send a check for $12, payable to the New England Synod, to the address below.
Andrew Merritt
New England Synod
20 Upland Street
Worcester, MA 01607
For more information, contact Communications Director Andy Merritt at amerritt@nesynod.org or 508-333-1761. |
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Hammonasset For Families!
 Sept. 7-9
Hammonasset Beach State Park
Madison, Conn.
Experience the Annual New England Synod Hammonasset event with your family!
- Camping for all families with children 6th grade and younger.
- Great Music and Worship.
- Fun activities for the kids provided by the staff from Camp Calumet.
- $30 per person. $90 max for a family of four or more.
Click here for registration and more information
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A Military & Family Wellness Day
Saturday, Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Immanuel Lutheran Church
647 North Main St., Attleboro, Mass.
One of our military community partners has advised us to create a day of grace and care for deployed soldiers and their families, or veterans and their families who are recovering from the effects of military life. Our care for all people comes before our questions about the politics of war.
We welcome participants, as well as volunteers to help as: art assistants, yoga teachers, chair massage therapists, Reiki practitioners, and spiritual directors as well as assistants for set up, clean up, and food prep. With offers to help, or questions, please contact the office at office@immanuellc.org.
Click here to download the flyer.
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Hammonasset 2013
September 6th - 8th
Registration is now open!
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Update on job listings policy
Due to the (welcomed) increase in employment opportunities sent in for synod-wide communication, we have updated our policy for NES News listings. Starting this week, job postings will run for two weeks in the synod's weekly NES News and/or Bishop's E-News, and then will be removed to make space for new listings. Readers are encouraged to retain weekly emails if they wish to reference the job listings past their two-week publication period.
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Office Manager, Ascension (S. Burlington, Vt.)
Experienced office administrator sought to provide administrative support to a dynamic faith community of 100 households. Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, computer, and problem resolution skills are required. Hours per week: 20-22. Hourly wage range: $18 to $20.
Please submit resume and letter of interest to:
Pr. Nancy Wright
Ascension Lutheran Church
95 Allen Road
S. Burlington, VT 05403
Or email: pastornancy@alcvt.org. No phone calls please.
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Organist/Dir. of Music - Trinity (Milford, Conn.)
Trinity Lutheran Church seeks a part-time organist and director of music to inspire, create, and implement excellent and inclusive music ministry. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in music or equivalent experience is preferred. Expectation of 10 to 12 hours per week; interview with Worship & Music Committee and Pastor; Salary negotiable relative to experience and education. The position is open immediately. Please send CV or resume with cover letter electronically to trinitymilford@optonline.net, or by mail to Trinity Lutheran Church, 21 Robert Treat Parkway, Milford, CT 06460. Interviews scheduled at mutual convenience.
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Music and Worship Coordinator, Holy Trinity (Newington, N.H.)
Coordinate the worship and music ministries of Holy Trinity Lutheran congregation. Collaborate with music staff and volunteers in creating a vibrant environment for worshipful expression and musical growth. Recruit, train and mentor: musicians, liturgical deacons and artists into participation. Direct the chancel choir, the bell choir, and youth music. Provide musical leadership for the 8:30 and 11 a.m. worship services, joint services, concerts, special services, funerals and weddings. Salary: $25,000-$30,000. 20 hours/week. Applicants: Please send your resume to pastor@htelc.com.
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Secretary, Our Savior's (Newington, Conn.)
The secretary of Our Savior's provides administrative support to the pastor and congregational leaders, and is responsible for publications, communication within the congregation, data entry, website maintenance, financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining office supplies. The secretary works 20 hours/per week; specific hours are flexible. Secretarial/office administrator experience a plus.
Direct cover letter and resume to:
Ms. Robin Aldieri, Personnel Chair, raldieri@cox.net
or 62 Rockledge Drive, Newington, CT 06111
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Parish Secretary, Concordia (Manchester, Conn.)
Concordia Lutheran Church is seeking a parish secretary. This is a half-time position that includes general office adminstration; no benefits are provided. Information about the position and application information can be found at concordiamanchester.org.
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