April 22, 2015 Lord of Life Lutheran Church
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Church Phone:
609-268-0262
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Grace Place Director:
Discipleship & Children's Ministry Coordinator
Regular Worship Services:
6pm Saturday
8:30 & 10am Sunday
1 Winchester Ct,
Tabernacle NJ 08088
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From the Desk of Pastor Dave
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Brothers and Sisters...
Two years ago we installed a church sign in the front of our property. As a way of introducing this tool for ministry to the congregation I wrote the following. "What would you say to people about Christian faith if you only had an LED (light emitting diode) sign with three lines to work with? That's just what Lord of Life has to consider as it programs its new sign to speak to thousands of people who drive by our church on Medford Lakes - Tabernacle Road."
For the last two years we have been proclaiming the faith and informing the community about the ministry of our congregation and the marvelous work of God. Have you seen the sign? I realize that not everyone at Lord of Life drives past our property on a regular basis to see what we have broadcast to passersby. So in order to keep you all "in the loop", let me share some of the messages that have gotten the attention of numerous members and friends or will in the near future.
Messages of Faith that we have shared include...
"Judging Others leaves no time to Love Them"
"Our Salvation - Costly to God...Free to us!"
"We Own Nothing - Everything is a Gift from God!"
"Our Hearts are Restless until they Rest in God"
"No Thorns - No Throne...No Cross - No Crown"
"Better Than a Bunny...Try a Risen Lord!"
"Love God...Love Neighbor - Now Repeat!"
"Don't Keep the Faith...Spread It Around!"
Our sign has also announced "Baptismal Blessings" to the families of Lainey, Anthony, Luca, Cameron, Izabelle, Delaney, Abigail and Noah over the last few weeks. And we have invited our community to numerous events like...
- Team 345 Yoga Night - Kids / Parents Welcome (7 adults and 10 kids attended!)
- LOL At Lutheran Crossings - Join Us (14 LOL helpers reached out to 45 residents!)
- God's Work - Our Hands Road Clean-Up (There's still time to sign-up and help this Sunday, April 26!)
- Helping Hands - Let's Make the Sandwiches (healthier than donuts!)
I concluded my April 4, 2013 LifeLines article in the following way...and I believe it's still true! "When our witness is creative and engaging, the Holy Spirit can do the rest! God only knows who might see the sign at Lord of Life and be prompted to deeper faith. I trust you and I will continually seek to get the message out and take it in too!"
Your Brother in Christ,
Pastor David Jones
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1st Holy Communion Instruction
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Don't Miss Out!
1st Holy Communion Instruction Continues
4/28, 5:30 - Learning Session
5/3, 11:30 - Special Worship Service
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 Grace Place is having a St. Jude's trike-a-thon for the children to raise money for a great cause on date TBD. They're raising money and going to have fun doing it!
Grace Place may have a Mother's Day flower fundraiser in the beginning of May (flowers supplied by a local farm). Please stay tuned for information about ordering flowers. |
To all the Ladies of Lord of Life and Families.
Thank you for your heartfelt and loving generosity. This was an unexpected surprise during this Easter Season. Once again I was reminded how wonderfully giving my Lord of Life Family has been to me. Thanks again.
Your Sister in Christ., Fran Jones
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Help Wanted - Housekeeper
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Lord of Life is looking for an ambitious person who is willing to clean the church. This is a paid position and is part time. Our current cleaners will no longer be able to clean after May 31st due to health challenges. If you are interested please get in touch with Barbara Wagner who will give you all the details.
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Junior High Mission Trip Info - contact: Tina Leach
Going to Lancaster PA for 4 days / 3 nights on July 12-15, 2015. We will be serving in the community in a variety of ways.
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Senior High Mission Trip Info - contact: Jill Glossner
Going to Richmond, Virginia is June 28 -> July 3.
For those of you that are unable to join us, please support us with "Miles to Richmond". This is monetary support that helps to pay for the transportation to and from Richmond. Forms are on the bulletin board. The cost is $5.00 per mile. Richmond is 269 miles one way!!!
If anyone has questions, please feel free to contact Jill Glossner, Mission Trip Coordinator at 609*268*7283 or call the church and leave a message.
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Other Mission Trip Opportunities:
Anyone interested in a mission trip? There are many to choose from. Some are local, some are a few states away, and others are abroad.
I have been in touch with The Lutheran Church of Hope in Des Moines Iowa. Each year they send a group to the Appalachia area to work with The Appalachia Service Project (ASP). This year they will be traveling to Jonesville, Virginia in June. I have decided to join them.
If anyone is interested or has questions about this trip please call me (Penny Miller) at 609-726-1698. More information can be found at: ASPhome.org and missions@hopewdm.org.
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May 15 Babysitting for Night Out!
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On Friday, May15 we will be offering an evening of babysitting so you can enjoy an evening out. Babysitting will be available from 6:00pm-9:30pm. We will have games, crafts, snacks and a movie or two. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Julie Vorwerk at awwvorwerk@aol.com or 609-234-9356. There will be a sign up sheet available in the narthex starting April 25, 2015.
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God's Work Our Hands 
April 26, 2015 immediately following the 10:00 am service, we will meet for brunch and then proceed to do a road clean up in Tabernacle. This day of service is a family friendly event. There are sign up sheets on the bulletin board in the narthex to participate in the clean up and to help with the breakfast. We need help from volunteers willing to cook up dishes for breakfast, bring juice and bagels, and to set up and clean up. Even if you are not participating in the clean up, you are welcome to attend the breakfast. We will be having a scavenger hunt along the route of the clean up to make the work a little more fun. Please bring work gloves with you and dress appropriately for the weather. We have a total of four workdays planned through September so please plan to attend some or all of them.
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May 2 - Saturday - 2 PM - Women's Tea
- This is for all women of any age, young and old, members and friends. The cost is $5.00 per per person. The Jersey Sound Chorus will be entertaining us that afternoon. Please sign up on the sheet and put your $5.00 in the envelope. Seats are limited, so please sign up ASAP.
...AND please bring a canned or dry good the day of the event to help benefit the Bridge of Peace food pantry!
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Meals for Craig - Craig is a member of our church who needs our help. We are making a meal once a week for him. If you can help, there is a sign up sheet on the board. If you attend the 6 or 830 service you can leave it in the refrigerator and let me know so I can get it to him. Craig attends the 10 am service. If you have any questions please let me know. Thank you!
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If you would like to receive emails from the Women's ministry or have your name removed , please email me at mastrillo@verizon. net or call me at 609-410-2167, Thanks!!! - Betty Mastrillo
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ADULT BIBLE STUDY
WEDNESDAYS, 10:00-11:30
THE BOOK OF MARK
Come and get a deeper understanding of the book of Mark and its context through great conversation, questions, and wonderful fellowship. All are welcome!
No experience necessary!
HELPING HANDS 
MONDAY, APRIL 27TH, 12:30
Come and help as we make sandwiches for those in need served by the Christian Caring Center in Browns Mills. You can help by donating lunch meat and/or cheese, donating funds to purchase those items, and/or coming to make the sandwiches! All are welcome!
SOUNDS OF JOY AT LUTHERAN CROSSINGS
MONDAY, MAY 4TH, 1:30
Lots of hands and hearts are needed as we share the joy of the Word and song with our friends in Moorestown. Your touch and smile means so very much!
SPECIAL PROGRAM AT ST. MATTHEW'S IN MOORESTOWN
"HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR OR ESCAPEE"
THURSDAY, MAY 7TH
CARPOOLING FROM THE CHURCH AT 12:15 Ernest Kaufman of Medford Leas, Lumberton, will present his life experiences in Germany during WWII, his subsequent arrival in the United States, and his service in the United States Army. This will be a moving and inspiring story you won't want to miss. Please sign up on the bulletin board.
PEP and the YAHS TOGETHER AGAIN LUNCHEON
THURSDAY, MAY 21st, NOON
All are welcome as we join together with our friends from Prince of Peace in Marlton for our annual luncheon! After a Hoedown Lunch, we're excited to welcome Rich and Mary Carty from Pinelands Folk Music and Basketry in Mount Holly. Rich will be sharing his musical gifts on the hammered dulcimer! All are welcome for the special afternoon!
OUT TO LUNCH AT EVERGREEN DAIRY BAR
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27TH, NOON
All are welcome!
THANK YOU!
...to all of our Lutheran Crossings angels who helped to bring folks back and forth to the Chapel and provided lots of handshakes, backrubs, and warm greetings. Thank you to the Celebration Ringers and Alice Wilfrid for providing the music and Pastor David for sharing the message. You all make this a special afternoon for our friends in Moorestown!
...to all of our cooks and helpers for providing a wonderful spread for our "It's Finally Spring" PEP Luncheon. My thanks to all of you for pitching in as usual to help, especially in my absence. A special thanks to Pastor Sue for leading the program, Carol Hartman for providing music, and Kirsten and Harry Granfors who provided lots of extra help in getting things prepared.
Check out pictures of some of our events on the link to the website!
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Music & Worship Ministries
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Remember...everyone is welcome to join in...
New Life Choir, practicing on Wednesdays at 7:30!
Praise Team, practicing on Sunday mornings at 9:00! All ages and abilities are welcome!
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Worship Assistants Needed
Altar Guild (set up communion and altar and clean up after service - scheduled rotationally) Communion Assistants
Qualifications required: Love for the Lord and a grateful heart.
Prior experience not necessary as training will be provided.
Sue Dreisbach, sued@lordlife.us Rick Krause, rick@lordlife.us |
Saturday, May 16th
10 am - 3pm
On the front lawn of Lutheran Crossings
255 East Main St., Moorestown
CRAFTS. FOOD. FAMILY FUN. The Auxiliary's largest annual fundraising event over the years has been June Day. This year the event will be a 'Spring Fling,' and has been moved to Saturday, May 16th (10am to 3pm) and will now include craft vendors and local entertainment.
This family fun event brings together crafters from across the state, local churches with flea market items, and draws families with children to enjoy games, activities inflatables, and a selection of your favorite fair foods.
Interested in being a craft vendor? It's not too late.
$35 - 6' space, provide own display area
$40 - 6' space + table, while supplies last
$75 - 6' space + table + shade tent, while supplies last
Download the registration form here.
For more information, click here.
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A word from Madelyn Mears-Sheldon, Director of the Christian Caring Center.
Several of you have reached out recently to ask about our current volunteer needs. We have just had to reduce our staff due to funding issues, so we are in need of volunteers with office skills more than ever.
There are two areas where we are hoping to build new teams of volunteers:
 1. Case management -- helping guests and clients get connected with needed services. This involves learning how to use a software program called HMIS, which is used by many Burlington County socia l services agencies to connect people and services. It is not difficult to learn, but does require that you have computer and Internet literacy. The ideal volunteers will be able to commit a minimum of one shift per week.
 2. Telephone receptionists -- I won't lie to you, folks, this can be the toughest job in the house. The people who become our phone team will form the first point of contact with every possible kind of visitor to the center, from clients in crisis, to donors, to vendors, to other agencies..... We will teach you how to serve the Lord in this vital post. You will learn about all the services we offer as well as how to give some on-the-spot referrals to other services. If you are already experienced in phone work, you'll build new skills into your repertoire. If you are learning phone work for the first time, you will build your resume, gain all kinds of professional confidence, and be a blessing to many in the process! The ideal volunteer will be able to commit at least one shift every other week.
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Ricky Stevens (4/18), Allison Blackman (4/18),
Rocco DeAngelis (4/19), Linda Nardi (4/19), Carlissa Sinn (4/19), Michael Grantner (4/19), Nancy Curl (4/20), Leda Luley (4/20), Michael Hennessy (4/21), Victoria Bruner (4/21), Devon Lamb (4/22), Marie Neach (4/23), Nathan Leach (4/23), Christina Sunbury (4/24), Rebecca Christianson (4/24), Ruth Weber (4/24), Gary Biehn (4/24), Tom Harbora (4/25), Tom Dauria (4/25), Tyler Evans (4/25),
Rob Hollenbeck (4/25), Rick Osman (4/25), Tyler Heinrich (4/26), Michael John (4/26), Karen Miller (4/26), Cliff Dehoff (4/26),
Julie Horner (4/27), Joan Molnar (4/27), Jim Wence (4/27), Cindy Lee (4/28),
Fran Bubeck (4/28), Jeffrey Horner (4/28), Bob Sunbury (4/28), Jill Detwiler (4/29),
Debra Markelwith (4/30), Bruce Elliot (4/30), Lanny Nairn (4/30),
Lisa Fries (5/1), Maureen McMichael (5/1), Jack Tarasewicz (5/2), Laura Edwardsen (5/2), Craig Schmauder (5/3), Sara King (5/3), Joe Morea (5/3), Eleanor Brockington (5/4),
Janet Geiger (5/4), John Engler (5/4), Jackson Groeller (5/7), Diane Maurer (5/7),
Dan Humbert (5/7), Beth Hopkins (5/7), Thomas Baron (5/8)
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Upcoming Wedding Anniversaries
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Tom & Robin Borkowski (4/19),
Lynn & Jack Kronenberger (4/19),
William & Janell Reich (4/28),
Cheryl & Jim McDowell (4/29),
Ron & Jennifer Venturi (5/2),
Patricia & Robert Barnes (5/5),
Rob & Carol Koskela (5/7),
Joanne & Paul Safier (5/7),
James & Jennifer Schultz (5/7),
Wendy & Mike Wojtaszek (5/8)
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Book Club 2014-2015 Reading List
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 Here are the books for the 2014-2015 "season" of the Book Club! Contact Janell Reich for questions:
Date Title Author Genre May 19 The Kidnapped & the Ransomed Kate ER Pickard NJ June 16 A Separate Peace John Knowles classic
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"Earth Day" - God to Saint Francis
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GOD to Saint Francis:
Frank, ... You know all about gardens and nature. What in the world is going on down there on the planet? What happened to the dandelions, violets, milkweeds, and stuff I started eons ago? I had a perfect no-maintenance garden plan.Those plants grow in any type of soil, withstand drought and multiply with abandon. The nectar from the long-lasting blossoms attracts butterflies, honeybees, and flocks of songbirds. I expected to see a vast garden of colors by now. But, all I see are these green rectangles.
St. FRANCIS: It's the tribes that settled there, Lord. The Suburbanites. They started calling your flowers 'weeds' and went to great lengths to kill them and replace them with grass.
GOD: Grass? But, it's so boring. It's not colorful. It doesn't attract butterflies, birds, and bees; only grubs and sod worms. It's sensitive to temperatures. Do these Suburbanites really want all that grass growing there?
ST. FRANCIS: Apparently so, Lord. They go to great pains to grow it and keep it green. They begin each spring by fertilizing grass and poisoning any other plant that crops up in the lawn.
GOD: The spring rains and warm weather probably make grass grow really fast. That must make the Suburbanites happy.
FRANCIS: Apparently not, Lord. As soon as it grows a little, they cut it, sometimes twice a week.
GOD: They cut it? Do they then bale it like hay?
FRANCIS: Not exactly, Lord. Most of them rake it up and put it in bags.
GOD: They bag it? Why? Is it a cash crop? Do they sell it?
ST. FRANCIS: No, Sir, just the opposite. They pay to throw it away.
GOD: Now, let me get this straight. They fertilize grass so it will grow. And, when it does grow, they cut it off and pay to throw it away?
ST. FRANCIS: Yes, Sir.
GOD: These Suburbanites must be relieved in the summer when we cut back on the rain and turn up the heat. That surely slows the growth and saves them a lot of work.
FRANCIS: You aren't going to believe this, Lord. When the grass stops growing so fast, they drag out hoses and pay more money to water it, so they can continue to mow it and pay to get rid of it.
GOD: What nonsense. At least they kept some of the trees. That was a sheer stroke of genius, if I do say so myself. The trees grow leaves in the spring to provide beauty and shade in the summer. In the autumn, they fall to the ground and form a natural blanket to keep moisture in the soil and protect the trees and bushes. It's a natural cycle of life.
FRANCIS: You better sit down, Lord. The Suburbanites have drawn a new circle. As soon as the leaves fall, they rake them into great piles and pay to have them hauled away.
GOD: No!? What do they do to protect the shrub and tree roots in the winter to keep the soil moist and loose?
ST. FRANCIS: After throwing away the leaves, they go out and buy something which they call mulch. They haul it home and spread it around in place of the leaves.
GOD: And where do they get this mulch?
ST. FRANCIS: They cut down trees and grind them up to make the mulch.
GOD: Enough! I don't want to think about this anymore. St. Catherine, you're in charge of the arts. What movie have you scheduled for us tonight?
CATHERINE: 'Dumb and Dumber', Lord. It's a story about....
GOD: Never mind, I think I just heard the whole story from St. Francis.
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============================== If you have an interest in helping the church meet our environmental stewardship goals, please contact Pastor Dave! Formation of a "Green Team" to help nurture and be good stewards of the planet that God has given us is more important than ever.  Also there are excellent faith based resources available at GreenFaith, who is doing an great job uniting religious faiths in the pursuit of a better planet. GreenFaith also has resources to help religious institutions save money as they reduce their impact on the environment. More information is available at: www.greenfaith.org
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Saturday 4/25
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion with Bencivengo Baptism
7:00 pm - Bencivengo Baptism Reception (Fellowship Hall)
Confirmation Retreat at Crossroads (4/24->4/26)
Sunday 4/26
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving with Holy Communion & Sunday School
11:30am - 'God's Work - Our Hands' Luncheon & Road Cleanup
Monday 4/27
9:00 am - Staff Meeting
12:30 pm - Helping Hands
Tuesday 4/28
5:30 pm - First Holy Communion Instruction Class
7:00 pm - Grace Place Board Meeting
Wednesday 4/29
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
9:00 am - Ministerium Day at Abiding Presence, Ewing
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
6:00 pm - Senior High Youth Ministry - "The Gathering"
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
Thursday 4/30
(Pastor Dave's day off)
Friday 5/1
(open)
(Pastor Sue's day off)
Saturday 5/2
2:00 pm - Women's Ministry Tea
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion
6:30 pm - Dinner Benefit for Christian Caring Center @ Faith Presbyterian Church, Medford
Sunday 5/3
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving & Sunday School
11:30 am - First Holy Communion Service
Monday 5/4
1:30 pm - Lutheran Crossings
Tuesday 5/5
Wednesday 5/6
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
7:30 pm - Women's Study
==> All Day - LifeLines inputs due: email to lifelines@lordlife.us
Thursday 5/7
1:00 pm - "Holocast Survivor or Escapee" Presentation @ St. Matthew's Moorestown
7:30 pm - Finance Team
(Pastor Dave day off)
Friday 5/8
10:00 am - God Created...
(Pastor Sue day off)
6:00 pm - Troop 24700 Meeting (Fellowship Hall)
Saturday 5/9
9:00 am - 8th Grade Confirmation 'Lock-In' & Family BBQ
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion
Sunday 5/10 - Mother's Day!
8:00 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Prayer Praise & Thanksgiving service with Holy Communion
Monday 5/11
9:00 am - Staff Meeting
7:00 pm - Council Meeting with presentation of Confirmands
Tuesday 5/12
1:45 pm - Celebration Ringers
Wednesday 5/13
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
6:00 pm - Worship Planning
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
7:30 pm - Women's Study
Thursday 5/14
(Pastor Dave's day off)
Friday 5/15
6:30 pm - Parent 'Date' Night
(Pastor Sue's day off)
Saturday 5/16
9:00 am - Car Wash & Bake Sale for Senior High Mission Trip
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion Sunday 5/17
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion 9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal 9:30 am - noon - Food & Fellowship10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving & Sunday School 2:00 pm - Confirmation Family Service Event 6:00 pm - All Confirmation Event: Pizza, Song & Sacrament
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- - - - - "Save the Date" for these Upcoming Events - - - -
Jun 7 (Sun) 11:30am - Service of Confirmation / Affirmation of Baptism
June 28 - July 3 - Senior High Mission Trip to Richmond Virginia
(see Jill Glossner for details)
July 12 - 15: Junior High Mission Trip to Lancaster, PA
(see Tina Leach for details)
ONLINE: "Simply Giving" contribution form can be obtained by clicking here
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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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