June 19, 2015 Lord of Life Lutheran Church
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From the desk of Pastor Dave
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609-268-0262
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Discipleship & Children's Ministry Coordinator
Regular Worship Services:
6pm Saturday
8:30 & 10am Sunday
1 Winchester Ct,
Tabernacle NJ 08088
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Brothers and Sisters...
In the apostle Paul's letter to first century Christians in Ephesus, he encourages believers to grow in faith, to mature as disciples, to cultivate the "following life" ! This once Jewish now Christian man of God encourages the church to trust in the Lord for the strength needed to face the challenges of their own time. His words speak to us and our time too!
"I pray that, according to the riches of his glory, God may grant that you may be strengthened in your inner being with power through the Spirit, and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love. I pray that you may have the power to comprehend, with all the saints, what is the breadth, and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, so that you may be filled with all the fullness of God." (Ephesians 3: 16-19 NRSV)
Over time, it is has become more clear to me that Christian maturity requires commitment and discipline. Anything less than this destines a believer to remain in a shallow place in spite of the fact that Christ calls us to "put out into the deep". And sisters and brothers, there is no better time than the present to recommit ourselves to a faithful life with depth and divine meaning!
With this understanding in mind, the congregational council recently decided to change our Sunday morning schedule in response to a recent survey of the congregation's preferences (check out the results posted on the narthex bulletin board). The staff and council believe a shift to this new schedule will allow us to more fully respond to the spiritual needs of children, youth and adults in our congregation and also help us to reach out more effectively to unchurched neighbors in our community. The schedule is as follows...
STARTING 2nd Weekend in Sep - 9/13:
Worship (8:15 - 9:15 AM)
Faith Formation & Fellowship (9:30 - 10:15 AM)
Worship (10:30 - 11:30 AM)
I believe God is calling us to "retool" for faithful ministry at a time when church attendance is just one of many options that people have to choose from in their busy lives. The congregational council and staff trust that this shift can more creatively and effectively address the needs of Lord of Life in a culture that finds people claiming to be "spiritual but not religious". Who is to say that we can't be both! Our new Sunday morning schedule will be just one facet of a faithful strategy to invite more members of our parish to commit to a lifelong journey of gracious living providing the tools necessary to engage a world desperately in need of the love of God found in Jesus Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Please pray throughout the Summer (and often!) for our congregation as we seek to provide the very best ministry we can for church and community. The changes that are coming will create new challenges and opportunities for us all. But above all, let's be sure to give God the glory in the process...as we mature together in faith, hope, and love!
- Pastor David Jones
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Blood Drive Thursday June 25th!
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 PLEASE come and support the blood drive at the church! Summer is always a problem with getting blood, and yours is always needed!
The blood drive is June 25th 1-6pm. Thanks to all of our callers who are helping - about 1/2 way to our 'quota' for donors so far... |
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G-Force VBS Coming Your Way!
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God's Love in Action! This year we'll Move! Act! Care! Follow! and Share! with Jesus in this action packed Vacation Bible School. Morning session for PreK-K and evening session for grades 1-5, youth and adults. Mark your calendars for the week of July 27th and look for additional information in the entryway.
Here's a little "sneak peek" of day one:
Power up with "Faith Fuel" - God Calls Moses (Exodus 3:7-12)
Moses moved with God to bring the Israelites out of Egypt.
Use the Power with our "Action Word" - Move!
Take it up a Notch with our "Velocity Verse" - (Micah 6:8b NRSV)
And what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?
And Check out some of our VBS songs at
http://2015.cokesburyvbs.com/lordoflifetabernacle/peek/
Three ways to register!
See you there!
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Senior High Mission Trip - June 28
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Senior High Mission Trip to Richmond, VA: leaving June 28! 
We are almost ready to depart for our mission trip to Richmond, Virginia, on June 28th. There will be a final trip meeting on Tuesday, June 23rd at 7:00 pm. This meeting will update all participants with the latest info and what is needed to pack. There will also be more forms to be completed.
Saturday evening, June 27th, the team will be commissioned at the 6:00 pm service. Please attend if you can to meet the participants of the trip. You may drop off your food in the kitchen on Saturday evening.
Sunday morning, June 28th at 8:30 am, the team will have breakfast together before we depart. Anyone wishing to make a breakfast casserole or donate fruit or breakfast items would certainly be appreciated.
For those of you that will not be participating, there are still "Miles to Richmond" forms in the Narthex of the Church. The miles help to rent the two vans needed and pay for gas, tolls, and parking. Your generosity is certainly appreciated.
- Jill Glossner
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Junior High Mission Trip - July 12
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 It's almost time for another Junior High Mission Trip! Sixteen of us will be leaving for Lancaster July 12 - 15th for this event, and we are asking for some help with donations. We especially need size 5 and size 6 diapers for the Milagro House - a women and children's shelter. If you can help, please place items in the box in the narthex. Thanks! Tina Leach ---------------------------------- |
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DONATION REQUESTS for Junior High Mission Trip:
Please place all items in box in Narthex - Thank you! (by July 11)
Baby stuff: Diapers all sizes (especially 5 & 6), Food - jars, cereal, formula
Cleaning Supplies: Dish soap, Bathroom/Kitchen cleaners, Sponges/Paper Towels, Trash bags
Mop, Broom, Waste baskets - bathroom and kitchen size, Laundry hampers, Laundry detergent
Toiletries: Toilet paper, Shampoo, Soap, Toothbrushes, Toothpaste
Personal Hygiene items - deodorant, feminine hygiene products, razors
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GROUNDS FOR SCULPTURE TRIP  WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24TH
We're set to go! Please meet at the church at 9:00 to carpool!
For those going separately, please let me know and we'll meet at 10 at the Welcome Center!
OUT TO LUNCH AT VINCENTOWN DINER
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1ST, NOON
Join together for great food and fellowship as we take a trip up 206! Please sign up on the bulletin board by Tuesday, June 30th.
SUMMER ADVENTURE!
SOUTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP SUMMER CONCERT
GOLDEN EAGLE BAND PRESENTS MARCHES AND POP TUNES
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8TH
6:30 REFRESHMENTS, 7:15 CONCERT
Bring your lawn chairs as we enjoy an evening of listening to some great music outdoors. Come early and bring a snack, appetizer, or dessert to share! Or, just come for the music!
All are welcome! We'll meet you at the picnic tables!
PEP RED, WHITE, AND BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL LUNCHEON
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15TH, NOON
Put on your red, white, and blue and join us as we celebrate our country and chow down on some historical food, including blueberries! All are welcome!
THANK YOU!
...to all of those involved in the Adult Bible Study this past year! Thank you Pastors Sue and David for leading in a way that was engaging, interactive, and open to everyone's questions and ideas. Thank you to all who participated for your insightful questions and comments and most of all your faithful hearts in sharing with one another. Thank you to all of our Coffee Hosts who provided a warm welcome to all, took care of set up and clean up, and provided refreshments. There is such a wonderful caring atmosphere that is created by all!
...to all those who provided food and support for our delayed Good Ole Summertime Picnic!
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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Summer is here, and it's time for special music!
We'd love to have you share your gifts! Please let Rick or Sue know if you would like to sing or play something special by yourself or in a small group. We'll even help with picking out music
if you'd like.
A very big thank you to all of vocalists and instrumentalists who have shared throughout this program year!
You make worship very special!
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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 |
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Change for Change
We are currently collecting change for the Children's Fresh Air Home in Wildwood. We will be collecting through August. The change we donate will be used to purchase linens and bedding for the facility which has been under construction for a while now. They are down to the final stretch.
About the Children's Fresh Air Home:The Children's Fresh Air Home (CFAH) is a non-profit organization that provides a no-cost, enriching summer experience at the Jersey Shore in a safe, positive environment for children who may be living with family or community adversities. CFAH accomplishes this goal through positive and nurturing programming that fosters enhanced social skills, leadership abilities, and critical peer and mentorship interactions. The home, located in North Wildwood, has offered a summer respite to more than 20,000 children from  the Philadelphia and New Jersey regions for more than 115 years.
Back Packs for Kids
It is time to start thinking about our backpack campaign. We will begin collecting in July backpacks and schools supplies to benefits kids from Bridge of Peace and the Christian Caring Center.
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Signup to visit Cheryl while she is waiting for the twins!
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0d49a8a82baafc1-sign
Thanks in advance! Sam Easterling (Cheryl's husband)
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Loving spoonfuls...
We have a couple of small family units who could use a meal now and then. If you can help out with this and would like more details contact Lu Hourihan.
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June 21st - Pool Party - Julie Vorwerk's home - 89 Carranza Road, Tabernacle - 2pm-5pm. Please bring an appetizer of dessert to share with others. Wear your bathing suit, water temp. is in the 80's. If you prefer not to swim, please join us for the fellowship. Hope to see you there.
July 12th - Going to Bridge of Peace to bring food for lunch for their VBS that week. If anyone can make a monetary donation, it will be greatly appreciated. I will be buying sandwich platters, hot dogs, and rolls. I will also be looking for food donations of salads (macaroni, potato, bean, etc.) and trays of mac and cheese. If you can help in anyway please let me know. Betty - Email - mastrillo@verizon.net or cell phone 609-410-2167.
We are continuing making meals for Craig, if you can help, pls sign up in the board. He does not have any food allergies and likes anything. Thanks for helping out!
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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Here is a "different" volunteer activity...
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Flip some crabs - to help them out! Volunteer to help save crabs along the coast - click link below for much more information!
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Meet the Council - Lynn Shugars
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My family has been members of Lord of Life for about seven years. Prior to that we were members at Prince of Peace in Marlton. My husband and I have been married for 29 years this August and have three children. Kenny, 26, is a Staff Sergeant for the United States Air Force currently stationed at Nellis Air Base in Las Vegas. He is headed to Korea in August. Emily, 23, is a student at Stockton University and works for Kindercare. Eric, 19, is a student at Rowan University.
For the past twenty years I have worked in public education administration as a school business administrator. We have lived in Shamong for the past 14 years. When I decided to make a change in churches, I wanted to quietly slip into the back of Lord of Life for a Sunday service to check it out. At the end of the service Pastor Dave sought me out and wanted to know who I was and where I was from. I was impressed that he knew right away that I was someone new, and that he took the time to introduce himself.
We became members shortly thereafter. I am honored to now be part of the church council and feel that my work experiences give me relevant perspective in some of the issues that the church is facing. |
Stephanie Knoell (6/20), David Parsons (6/20), Layten Gray (6/20), Jennifer Braithwood (6/21), Sydney Ciliberti (6/22),
Peg Gibson (6/22), Mark Deans (6/22), Jill Glossner (6/22),
Carolyn Cuviello (6/22), Jim Cottingham (6/23), Morgan Masly (6/23), Massimo DeCristofaro (6/24), Jessica Busanic (6/24),
Evan Priester (6/24), Anthony Bencivengo (6/24),
Daniel Leonetti, II (6/25), Alison Hopkins (6/25),
Brigitte Watson (6/25), Linda Jones (6/25), Stacey Welusz (6/25), June Shibe (6/25), Sue Dreisbach (6/25), Cheryl Deans (6/25),
Robert Meimbresse (6/26), Linda Elliot (6/26), Paul Molnar (6/26), Bonnie Rohner (6/27), Matthew Horner (6/27), Libero DeAngelis (6/28),
Rowen Christianson (6/28), Tyler Schwing (6/29), Joan Maertin (6/29),
Jessica Hamilton (6/29), Al Flood (6/30), Mark Jasinski (6/30), Evelyn Trimble (6/30)
Anna Blum (7/1), Spencer Hess (7/3)
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Upcoming Wedding Anniversaries
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George & Mary Stroup (6/20),
Holly & Woody Priester (6/20),
Barbara & Tom Harbora (6/21),
Dave & Nancy Curl (6/22),
Susan & Mark Jasinski (6/23),
Joanne & Paul Rogers (6/24),
Jamie & Thomas Baron (6/28),
Diane & Robert Knoell (6/29),
Laura & Peter Edwardsen (6/29)
Lynne & Tom Larson (7/2)
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On these hot sunny days, at least know that the solar panels are still generating power with the best months up ahead! Since 'turn on' June 2013, we have generated over 121 million watts of electricity offsetting 65,603 pounds of CO2. And our latest electric bill was $0! Thanks to everyone who had a hand in making this operational!
Chart 'snapshot' June 15, 2015 at 4pm |
Book Club 2014-2015 Reading List
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 Here is the last book for the 2014-2015 "season" of the Book Club! Contact Janell Reich for questions:
June 23 A Separate Peace by John Knowles
Stay tuned for next year's list!
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On June 4th I [Pastor Sue] had the pleasure of participating in a very special celebration, the ordination of Ryan Paetzold, a member of Lord of Life. What a gift to be able to be part of the culmination of his journey to become a pastor.
His ordination was part of the opening worship for the 28th Annual Assembly of the NJ Synod - ELCA. What followed were two days of conversation and worship centered on and grounded in who we are as followers of Jesus Christ in the state of NJ. Some important work was done in the areas of Racism, Heroin Addiction, Solitary Confinement, and the ELCA Malaria Campaign as part of this Assembly. Pastor Jones and I will provide more information on this Assembly in the coming weeks.
For more information about the work of the Synod in Assembly, feel free to browse the Assembly web site at: http://www.njsynod.org/#!assembly/c1434
A sincere THANK YOU to Denise and Bob Sunbury for attending as our voting members from LOL and a shout out to Devon Moll who was part of our worship on Friday evening sharing her talents on flute. Please continue to keep our Bishop, Tracie Bartholomew, and our Synod Council, on which I continue to serve, in prayer as we listen for God's call in challenging times. - Pastor Sue
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Congratulations are extended to newly ordained Pastor Ryan Paetzold! Ryan's installation service will be held this Saturday, June 20th, at 4:00PM at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Audubon. All are welcome!Holy Trinity is located at 325 White Horse Pike, Audubon, NJ.
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C A L E N D A R
June 20 - July 12, 2015
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Saturday 6/20
9:00 am - Bridge of Peace & Ministry Partner Meeting at Bridge of Peace
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion (Pastor Carl Joecks)
Sunday 6/21 - Happy Father's Day!
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Prayer Praise & Thanksgiving service & Summer Sunday School
Monday 6/22
12:30 pm - Helping Hands (See Sue Dreisbach for info)
Tuesday 6/23
7:00 pm - Book Review & Fellowship
7:00 pm - Senior High Mission Trip Final Meeting
Wednesday 6/24
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
9:00 am - Grounds for Sculpture Trip
Note: No Adult Bible study until September
Thursday 6/25
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Red Cross Blood Drive (see article - link to signup now!)
(Pastor Dave's day off)
Friday 6/26
(open) (Pastor Sue's day off)
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Saturday 6/27
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion with Senior High Mission Team Commissioning
8:00 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Prayer Praise & Thanksgiving service & Sunday School
10:00 am - Senior High Mission Trip Team Breakfast
11:00 am - Mission Team Leaves for Richmond, VA
11:30 am - Junior High Mission Trip Team Building
Monday 6/29
9:00 am - Staff Meeting
Tuesday 6/30
7:00 pm - Grace Place Board Meeting
Wednesday 7/1
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
12:00 pm - 'Out to Lunch' at Vincentown Diner (see Sue Dreisbach)
Thursday 7/2
7:30 pm - LWR Quilting Group
(Pastor Dave's day off)
Friday 7/3
5:30 pm - Michaleski/Gilhorn Wedding - Manahawkin
(Office Closed today)
(Pastor Sue's day off)
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Saturday 7/4
6:00 pm - Freedom in Christ Service with Holy Communion
Sunday 7/5
8:30 am - Freedom in Christ Service with Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Freedom in Christ Service
Monday 7/6
1:30 pm - Lutheran Crossings
Tuesday 7/7
6:00 pm - Worship Planning
Wednesday 7/8
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
10:00 am - Child Protection Training
6:30 pm - Golden Eagle Band Concert, Southampton Municipal Building
7:00 pm - Child Protection Training
7:00 pm - Jr. High Mission Trip Meeting with Dessert
Thursday 7/9
10:00 am - Quilt Ministry - see Gloria Brosious with questions
7:00 pm - Sunday School Teachers Meeting
7:30 pm - Finance Team
(Pastor Dave's day off)
Friday 7/10
10:00 am - God Created...
5:00 pm - Blackman/Payton Wedding, Millstone
(Pastor Sue's day off)
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Saturday 7/11
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion with Cpommissioning of Jr. High Mission Trip Team
Sunday 7/12
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving with Communion & Summer Sunday School
7:00 pm - The Kings Brass Concert at Ocean City Tabernacle
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- - - - - "Save the Date" for these Upcoming Events - - - -
July 12 - 15: Junior High Mission Trip to Lancaster, PA (see Tina Leach for details) July 27 - 31: Vacation Bible School "G-Force"
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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