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Partner Quick Links
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enrollment code: D41757CE923L
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Thanks from our Ministry Partners
Shepherd of the Valley supports a number of ministry programs each year through our budgeted benevolence program. These partners are working to further a mission and values that align with our church's.
We've been sharing the feedback we've recently received from a few of these amazing partners. California Lutheran University Dear Pastor Woken and Friends at Shepherd of the Valley, New Year's greetings from the campus of CLU. The year begins with our excitement of partnership with Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary. The Office of Church Relations and the Office of Seminary Relations will work together to represent a territory encompassing 11 synods and 13 states as we prepare leaders to serve the church. In January, our students, faculty and staff provided support and direct service to assist with hurricane recovery relief in New Orleans. The projects included hands-on labor with rehabilitation and reconstruction. This service project has been a highlight for many students these past several years as they offer their gifts to that community. Thank you for your partnership in ministry, your prayers and for your gift!
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Select Calendar Items
Wednesday, February 5
7 p.m. National Youth Gathering information meeting in the youth room for current 7th through 11th graders
Thursday, February 6 9:30 a.m. Women's Bible Study, "Loved by God," in the Vaswig Library. This is the first meeting, all are welcome to join!
Monday, February 10 7 p.m. Stephen Minister Training
Tuesday, February 11
7 p.m. School Board Meeting
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For a complete calendar visit our website or click here.
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Father-Daughter Dance
Our annual Father-Daughter Dance is coming up on
Saturday, March 1 from 7 to
9 p.m. in Founders Hall. Invitations will be available this week in the office. Please return your RSVP card and check payable to SOV.
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Stephen Minister Training Update
Here is what our Stephen Ministers learned this week. Please pray for their continued growth and pray for those who might begin receiving care from them in coming weeks.
How to Make a First Caring Visit
As commissioning draws near, this class summarized everything our Stephen Ministers have learned so far and applied it to getting their first caring relationships off to a strong, healthy start.
Our Stephen Ministers are here to care for you! If you are in need of confidential, one-to-one Christian care -- or if you have a friend, neighbor, co-worker or relative who might benefit -- talk to one of our Stephen Leaders.
Our Stephen Minister trainees will be commissioned on Sunday, February 16.
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Silent Auction Donations Needed
We are still in need of your unwanted items and gift certificates. Please donate services from a business or offer your own talents! We are looking for these wonderful things for the Silent Auction and Bingo Night fundraiser on March 22. Please bring in your donations (or any gently used baskets) to the office marked, "Spring Gala" by March 5. Thank you!
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eScrip Valentine Restaurant Night
Make sure your credit cards are registered at eScrip so SOV can receive a portion of your restaurant purchases. Here are some of the local restaurants that will contribute to our school when you dine and use your credit card: Los Toros in Chatsworth Topz Burger in Warner Center Vino Wine Room in Encino Chablis Food and Wine in Tarzana Casa Escobar in Westlake Village Bellini Osteria in Westlake Village Search their website for more options and to sign up!
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Charitable Gift Annuities
Charitable Gift Annuities can increase your income and benefit the church at the same time. A CGA is a financial instrument usually provided through a foundation like the ELCA Foundation. The income payout is based on age and is paid to you for the rest of your life. The older you are, the higher the payout.
In addition, a portion of the payout is tax-free income. You also receive a charitable tax deduction immediately upon funding a CGA. The church benefits and so do you. For more information about Charitable Gift Annuities, contact our congregation's gift planner, Greg Shepherd, at 909-910-6823 or gregory.shepherd@elca.org.
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Looking Ahead
Thursday, February 13
9:30 a.m. "Loved by God" Women's Bible Study
Sunday, February 16
10:30 a.m. Book Club will meet in the Vaswig Library to discuss The Face of a Stranger, by Anne Perry
Tuesday, February 18
9 a.m. Sarah & Abraham Bible Study
Monday, February 17
Office/School/Club House Closed for President's Day Holiday
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Weekly Word Schedule
Tuesday, 5 p.m.
Wednesday, 9:15 a.m.
Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Thursday, 8:35 a.m.
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Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church
23838 Kittridge Street, West Hills, CA 91307
818.348.8343 www.sovlc.org
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