Oct 18, 2012 Lord of Life Lutheran Church
L i f e L i n e s
Learning year round at Lord of Life
(photos: Grace Place, Confirmation, VBS, First Communion)
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Thoughts in Print - from Pastor Sue
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Last Spring when we completed our work on our new Vision Statement we also came up with some Guiding Principles for our live together here at Lord of Life. Just in case you haven't taken a look at them lately they are:
Guiding Principles
- We keep all that we do centered in the life and message of Jesus Christ.
- We warmly welcome and actively invite everyone in the openness of God's love.
- We regularly celebrate our faith through diverse and creative expressions of word, song and sacrament.
- We follow Christ's example by gladly sharing who we are and what we have in thoughtful service to each other, our communities, and all people in need.
- We nurture and support all people through prayer and care.
- We value and participate in learning opportunities for spiritual growth.
- We create opportunities to build and strengthen Christian community.
This a wonderful list of the things that help us to stay focused on what we think is important in life and in ministry. You'll notice that I highlighted one of the things in the list, that being that we value and participate in learning opportunities for spiritual growth. Spending time both together and individually in the study of God's word is a vital part of who we are as people of faith. Here at Lord of Life we've done a great job in working on educational opportunities for our children and we also have several learning opportunities for adults, but we learned through our conversations while we were working on our Vision that there are still ways we can improve on that.
Pastor Jones and I feel the time is right to launch a new study we're calling 3D Sunday Nights. 3D stands for Dessert, Devotions, and Discovery. The idea is to have an open study on Sunday evenings where we can come together to share some refreshments and be spiritually refreshed as well. We'll be starting this new study in November with a potpourri of sorts so that we can get an idea of what people are looking for. The four dates and topics for November will be:
- November 4 - A "Two Kingdoms" Approach to Elections and Voting - A look at how does our Lutheran brand of Christianity inform our participation in the political process.
- November 11 - A NOOMA Look at the Holy Spirit - Several years ago Christian teacher Rob Bell produced a series of wonderful videos concerning faith in the "real world" We'll be taking a look at one of those videos as the basis for our study.
- November 18 - A Reluctant Prophet Named Jonah - A more traditional bible study featuring Jonah, a Big Fish, and animals in sack cloth and ashes. You can't miss it!
- November 25 - A Pentecostal Pastor's Perspective Within the Christian Community - A conversation with a guest speaker on life in Christian community.
Sooooo.... Please prayerfully consider joining us for one or more of these opportunities on Sunday evenings. We look forward to seeing you and to get your ideas of where we can go next with this somewhat more flexible approach to study that allows folks to come and go and to pick and choose while being fed by God's word. Keep your eyes and ears open for more details!
Yours in Christ - Pastor Sue
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Thank you to all of the participants sharing their stories and gifts in the fall stewardship videos. We know it is tough to be 'on camera' but it is important to let everyone know how our congregation's time, talents and treasures are used and shared. Thanks to: Betty Mastrillo, Renee Jones, Fran Jones, Pastor Sue, Penny Miller, Merle Brown, Pastor Dave, Diane Maurer, Renee Thomas, Marie Lamb, Jill Glossner, Lisa Spector, Rick Krause, Ed Hourihan, Leah Hamilton, Rick Osman, Sue Dreisbach and Scott Glossner. Sorry we didn't have time to include everyone we videotaped!
Thank You to who ever planted all the beautiful flowers at the front door. Everyone is talking about them and how nice they look!
ADDITIONAL CONFIRMATION COACHES NEEDED FOR 7th AND 8TH GRADE
- We still need some additional people to help coach our Confirmation Learning sessions on Sunday mornings during the school year. There are a total of 12 sessions in all occurring in October, January, and March. The Pastors Jones could use some assistance with the 8th grade class and we're looking for another person to partner with Kristy Godfrey in working with the 7th grade class. Please contact Pastor Sue, Marie Lamb or the church office if you're interested in helping.
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Stewardship Update - EOS cards needed by Nov 3-4!
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You should have received your Estimate of Sharing ("EOS") letter & green return card in the mail this week. We would like to have all of these returned by the Nov 4th weekend, EVEN if you can't make a commitment at this time. We have a guest speaker (Pastor Linda Wood) for that weekend which is special because it is the end of our 25th Anniversary Year of missions and ministries for Christ.
Please prayerfully consider your support of our ministries, and make an effort to return this card, or NEW this year with this link you can fill it out online (on our website at www.lordlife.us). We also have a web link for the time & talent survey, so we can find opportunities for you to share your gifts with others. For those who would like to use the automatic 'simply giving' process, a link is also available on the web.
We are striving for 100% returns from all members of their estimates of sharing (even if you can't make a commitment at this time we need that info back). It is important to receive these by the end of the 25th Anniversary year so we can plan for and look forward to 2013 and the ministries that you make possible. We hope with the sample of the Learning / Serving / Celebrating videos shown each week you will see how our gifts are changing lives and serving God.
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Fall "Stories to Tell, Gifts to Share" Videos
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This fall members of our congregation are giving witness in the "Stories to Tell, Gifts to Share" videos. If you have missed the first two Stewardship Videos on 'SERVING', or would like to see them again, here they are! Thanks again to all helping with these witnesses to our faith, both 'on camera' and off! (click on photo to play)
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Looking ahead
Potato Bags for sale!
There are still a few potato bags left - if interested please contact Barbara Wagner at 859-0404 or call the church office. They make great Christmas gifts and Christmas isn't that far away. The bags are wonderful for cooking baked potatoes, rolls, corn on the cob - anything you can think of and it's all done in the microwave. Everyone that has one loves them. Get yours before they're all gone!!!!!
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CALLING ALL MEN OF FAITH !
Why not join the 12 men who have already come out to our Wednesday morning study this Fall at the Red Lion Diner in Southampton (Our server Eleanor would love to see some NEW smiling faces!). We invite you to "exercize your faith" with no fuss or muss and very little pain and strain. We meet from 8AM to 9AM in our own room in the back of the diner. We order off the breakfast menu (Pumkin Pancakes are now available!) and then share time in fellowship and faithful conversation. Even if you haven't joined us before, please don't hesitate to join us NOW! Our topic of conversation for the next several weeks will be the book of James (considered by many scholars to be the work of Jesus' oldest brother). If you have a bible, bring it along! If you have any questions about the MFB, just call me (609-707-6575) or E-mail me (Rev_Jones@lordlife.us). Looking forward to seing you whenever you're able to join us! - Your Brother in CHRIST, Pastor Jones P.S. Our next Men's Fellowship Dinner will be held on Monday, October 22 at P. J. Whelihans in Medford Lakes and our presenter will speak to us about the work of Amnesty International and how it has shaped her faith journey.
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 Lots of things happening 'in the background' as we finish the official signing of the papers and prepare the building for the panels, which are expected to be installed by the spring of 2013. You may have noticed the roof replacement in the front of the building, which allows us to install panels with confidence they won't have to be removed during the project lifetime. We will keep you informed of any other major 'happenings' as the project continues!
For any questions please contact Bill Reich, Scott Glossner or Bill Dreisbach.
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COME JOIN - the Adult Bible Study Group on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 AM for our fall study on the Old Testament. We'll be taking a birds eye view of the OT over several weeks. The schedule is listed below. New folks are always welcome... and you can start any time! REALLY!
- Oct. 24 - Prophets cont.
- Oct. 31 - Apocrypha
- Nov. 7 - OT Review and outstanding questions
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Volunteer Chaplain Aides are needed at Virtua Memorial Hospital in Mt. Holly. Openings for trained lay visitors every day of the week. Following a training and orientation process, an Aide may donate 2 to 4 hours each week to visit patients, offering them friendship and spiritual comfort. The 16 hour training course will be offered at Virtua Center for Learning, 1200 Howard Blvd, Mt. Laurel on Mon Oct 29 and Wed Oct 31 from 8-4pm (with continental breakfast at 7:30am). If you want to find out if volunteering is for you before signing up for the course, please phone for an info package with course details & process of volunteering in the hospital. Please phone Chaplain Wendy Boer at 609-267-0700 ext: 43281 or email your name/address to wboer@virtua.org.Did You Know... Anyone invited to submit their email for this newsletter (every 2 weeks delivered) and that prior issues of the LifeLines are at www.lordlife.us? Did you know we have a Facebook page? Feel free to point these to anyone who needs to see the great work going on in the Ministries of our church!
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Reformation Services-October 27, 28
Come and worship as we celebrate the heart of our faith: the gospel of Christ-the good news-that makes us free! We stand steadfast in the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and offer ourselves up to be continually re-formed and trans-formed. This is a great day to wear red!
All Saints Services -3pm and 7pm, Thursday, Nov 1st
We invite all to gather as we remember our loved ones and friends who have died in faith this past year and in years past. Join us as we celebrate their lives and all who have been baptized this past year as well. We bring our grief and our joys to the table and find there a foretaste of the feast to come.
New Life Choir is meeting on Wednesdays from 7:30 - 9:00 PM. Please consider joining our group--even if just for a Sunday!
"Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world." --Martin Luther
Kidz Praize returns! Join us this Sunday, Oct 28th, after Sunday School as we gather all who would like to be a part of this special musical group! Plans include singing for regular and special worship services and just exploring music together. Please meet Mr. Rick in the sanctuary.
Celebration Ringers will begin chiming again on Wednesday, Nov. 7th at 1:45. If you have rung with us for years or would like to give this unique group a try, please join us!
A Partner in Worship Event Sat, Nov 17
Gordon Lathrop and Gail Ramshaw at Reformation Lutheran Church, West Long Branch, for a Partners in Worship event. Starts at 1pm and concludes with Eucharist at 5pm. Dr. Lathrop is preaching & presiding.
The theme is "The ELW: Its Mission, Our Mission" and will explore the remarkable characteristics of the "cranberry book" and how our worship moves us to mission for the sake of the Gospel and the good of the world. Event is free and open to all but space is limited. To register in advance, or for more information, call 732-229-9180.
Lutheran Music Program - Next summer at the campus of Luther College in Decorah, IA (Jun 23 to Jul 21, 2013) the 32nd Lutheran Summer Music Academy & Festival has fostered the gifts of young musicians in an international, faith-based community centered in music, worship, and the foundational liturgies and hymnody of the church. Attendees will experience spiritual and musical growth as they deepen their understanding of church music. For more info, please contact Rick Krause or check out www.lutheransummermusic.org
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Helping Hands, Monday, Oct 22, 12:30
Do you know that every month we make over 250 sandwiches for those served by the Christian Caring Center in Browns Mills? We'd love to have your help. You can bring some meat or cheese and/or come and help make the sandwiches and/or make a donation to help purchase the meat and cheese (just place your donation in an envelope, mark it for Helping Hands, and place it in Sue Dreisbach's mailbox.) Everyone's help is greatly appreciated!
Dinner at the Diner, at the Red Lion Diner, Tuesday, Oct 30, 4:30 Join us as we share some wonderful fellowship around some good food and devotions.
Christmas Homecoming at America's Keswick in Whiting, Thursday, Dec 6th, 9:00
Sign up by Oct 31st for this special Community Hymn Sing, luncheon, and viewing of the Trees of Christmas! Cost is $10.
A Walk in the Park at Medford Leas - What a delightful time we had as we explored many of the courtyard gardens. Each one was unique and offered a special glimpse into God's wonderful creation! We'll be planning more walks at Medford Leas to discover more of the trails in this special place.
PEP Paths through Portugal program - Our thanks to Pastor Sue and Pastor Giselle for taking us along on their summer journey as we experienced the food, culture, landscape and many churches of Portugal. What a special time we had together! Thank you to Carol and Ken Hartman for hosting this month and to all who helped prepare the food and space and all who helped to clean up as well!
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Anniversaries & Important Dates!
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Marriage Anniversaries!
May God's presence in your marriage continue to foster many more years of your shared love together. Have a wonderful anniversary! Joyce & Bill Schwab (10/20), Joan & Paul Molnar (10/21),
Renee & Joe Thomas (10/21), Debra & Bud Markelwith (10/22),
Elizabeth & Mike Mottershead (10/22), Heather & Ting Cosper (10/24), Todd & Tracy Sander (10/26),
Priscilla & Walt Faucett (10/27), Nikki & Dan Humbert (10/27),
Michael & Carrie Rosmarin John (10/29)
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 Baptism Anniversaries!
"There is one body, and one Spirit, even as you are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all." Ephesians 4:4-5
Matthew Bourbon (10/19), Kerinne Bratty (10/19), Leslie Baechler (10/20), Carly Rohner (10/20),
Kevin Curl (10/21), Tyler Heinrich (10/21), Sidney Dillon (10/22), David Prouse (10/22),
Alexander Oakley (10/23), Ed Hourihan (10/25), Don Lee (10/25), Annette Masly (10/25),
Devin Parker (10/25), Amanda Prouse (10/25), Lucas Wojtaszek (10/25), Jeff Gibboni (10/26),
Ruth Huysman (10/26), Rita Bergerson (10/27), Robin Spector (10/27), Christopher Willitts (10/28),
Madison Willitts (10/28), Michael Godfrey (10/30), Tom MacDonald (10/30),
Merlana Mottershead (10/30), Doug Heinold (10/31), Lucia Hourihan (10/31)
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Wishing a Happy Birthday !
You were born a child of God - celebrate this day and all days in the life God has given to you!
Fred Wilfrid (10/19), Lucia Hourihan (10/20), Frances Fenton (10/20),
Allison Safier (10/20), Quinlyn Moll (10/20), Kyle Ogilvie (10/21),
Courtney Michaleski (10/21), Russ Miserendino (10/22), James Schultz (10/22), Burt Gill (10/22),
Gail Sibert (10/23), Katarina Humphreys (10/23), Nancy DiYenno (10/24), Ryan Safier (10/24),
Michael Safier (10/24), Sean McMichael (10/25), Steve Varano (10/25), Cole Troyano (10/25),
Matthew Fennimore (10/25), Ruth Huysman (10/26), Justin Troyano (10/26), Sheri Perkins (10/27),
Meghan Gingell (10/27), Bob Quinn (10/28), William Hodum (10/28), Michael Mottershead (10/28),
Woody Priester (10/28), Marie Patterson (10/28), Rev. David Jones (10/29),
Matthew Michaleski (10/29), Lars Patterson (10/31)
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Prayers of the Congregation
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PRAYERS FOR HEALING & STRENGTH: Elijah Abrams, the Adams family, Andrew, Annette Bates, Suzanne Brinn, Al & Alice Cole, Kathy Colussi, Nicole Derrick, Irene Fichter, Sue Hyland, Lorraine Matchett, Ken McClure, Dan Rinck, Tony Skubish, Erin Gordon & Ed Warner;
SYMPATHY & PRAYERS are extended to the Jones family on the death of Marion.
THOSE SERVING OUR COUNTRY: CJ Albrecht, Tommy Cksekellich, Matthew Cuviello, Joe Delgado, Peter Fernandes, Nick Ferry, Kyle Hatcher, Dan Humbert, Rob Jones, Joey Miller, Kevin Overcash, Jeremy Pifer, Tommy Riches, Kenny Shugars, Brian Smith, Rich Stull, Crissy Tindall, Ethan Wade, John Williams, in areas of conflict around the world.
SPECIAL NEEDS: All persons discerning their call to serve in Christian ministry, including Peter Edwardsen, Ryan Paetzold, Melissa Riches and Gary Woodruff.
MISSION PARTNERS: Pilgrim Journey Lutheran Church, Elizabeth, and Urban Promise of Camden.
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Upcoming Events at Lord of Life!
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= = = = = = October - November 2 0 1 2 = = = = = = 
Thursday (10/18)
12:00 pm - PEP (People Enjoying People!) Harvest Luncheon (Pastor David Jones day off)
Friday (10/19)
(Pastor Sue Jones day off)
Saturday (10/20) 6:00 pm - Service of Light & Reflection with Holy Communion
Sunday (10/21)
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving (PP&T), Sunday School & Confirmation
Learning Session
11:30 am - God Rods Practice / RefCon II
noon - Senior High Hayride / Pumpkin Picking - see Ashley Vorwerk for info
Monday (10/22)
9:00 am - Staff Meeting
12:30 pm - Helping Hands
6:00 pm - Men's Ministry Dinner at PJ's
- guest speaker Janet Bruner, talking about Amnesty International
Tuesday (10/23)
6:00 pm - New Members' Dinner & Service of Welcome
7:00 pm - Book Review & Fellowship
Wednesday (10/24)
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast @ Red Lion Diner
9:30 am - Mom's Bible Study
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
6:00 pm - Senior High Youth Gathering
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
7:30 pm - Women's Study
Thursday (10/25)
(Pastor David Jones' Day off)
Friday (10/26)
(Pastor Susan Jones' Day off)
6:00 pm - Reformation Service with Holy Communion-wear red!
8:30 am - Reformation Service of Holy Communion-wear red!
10:00 am - Reformation Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving with Holy Communion, Sunday School
wear red!
5:00 pm - RefCon II & Dinner at Saint Paul's Lutheran Church
Monday (10/29)
(open)
Tuesday (10/30)
4:30 pm - Dinner at Red Lion Diner - open to all! See Sue Dreisbach/ signup on board!
7:00 pm - Grace Place Board Meeting
7:00 pm - Men's Ministry Brainstorming Session - open to all men in the congregation
Wednesday (10/31)
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast at Red Lion Diner
9:30 am - Mom's Study
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
6:00 pm - Senior High Youth Gathering
7:30 pm - Women's Study
7:30 pm - New Life Choir - all are welcome!
Thursday (11/1) All Saints Day
3:00 pm - All Saints' Service with Holy Communion
7:00 pm - All Saints' Service with Holy Communion
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- - - - - "Save the Date" for these Upcoming Events - - - -
Nov 3-4 Weekend - Celebration of end of our 25th anniversary year, and blessing of 2013 "Estimate of Sharing" cards received. Come join us for light brunch between the services!
Nov 4 - Sr. High Leaf Raking @ Church & Leisuretowne
Nov 4 - First of the "3D Sundays" (time tbd)
Nov 12 - Council Meeting
ANYTIME: "Simply Giving" contribution form can be obtained by clicking here
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It was Palm Sunday but because of a sore throat, 5-year-old Johnny stayed home from church with a sitter. When the family returned home, they were carrying several palm fronds.
Johnny asked them what they were for.
"People held them over Jesus' head as he walked by," his father told him.
"Wouldn't you know it," Johnny fumed, "the one Sunday I don't go and He shows up."
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 Pastor David Jones: Rev_Jones@lordlife.us1 Winchester Court 609-268-0262 (office)
Tabernacle, NJ 08088 609-268-3470 (fax)
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OUR Purpose: Lord of Life is a welcoming community of forgiven people proclaiming the perfect love of Jesus Christ!
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