CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH

Mission Statement: Christ Lutheran Church

exists to “...continue to share the Good

News of Jesus Christ with members,

community & the world”.

Volume 16, Issue 2

February 1, 2013

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Good and Perfect Gifts: A Lenten Sermon Series on Isaiah 56–66 Each Sunday in Lent, this series takes up a specific gift from a text in Isaiah 56–66. As we receive the gifts that God gave once through Isaiah, we also joyfully receive God’s good and perfect gifts flowing from our Savior’s bitter suffering and death that are freely given because of his Easter victory. Pastor’s Sunday Bible study will be focusing on the same texts that will be used on that Sunday. During our worship on Wednes-day, we will focus on a character from the Passion of Jesus that corresponds with the theme for the following Sunday.

Ash Wednesday—Judas Lent 1 (February 17) – A Loving Embrace (Isaiah 56:7–8)

Feb 20—Peter Lent 2 (February 24) – An Ever-Present Refuge (Isaiah 57:13)

Feb 27—Thieves on the Cross Lent 3 (March 3) – Unlimited Access (Isaiah 57:15)

March 6—The Young Man who Fled Lent 4 (March 10) – Enduring Light (Isaiah 60:1)

March 13—Pontius Pilate Lent 5 (March 17) – Perfect Beauty (Isaiah 60:9)

March 20—Jesus Christ Lent 6 (March 24) – Powerful Peace (Isaiah 60:17)

Maundy Thursday – A People Mover (Isaiah 61:2)

Good Friday – A New Name (Isaiah 62:4)

The Resurrection of Our Lord – Eternal Victory (Isaiah 63:1)

Dear Friends in Christ,

On February 13th, the church season of Lent be-gins. Lent is the 40 non-Sunday days before Easter. It is the time of year that the church (traditionally) puts away the word “Alleluia.” The tone of worship becomes reflective as we fo-cus on the life of Jesus, and the price He paid for our salvation. Although the church calendar is repetitive, the chal-lenge for us every year is to not simply go through the motions. We need the words of God that we will ponder, and we certainly need the death and resurrection of Jesus to cover our lives. I recently overheard someone say, “I had never felt so unsupported and unappreciated as I did when I joined a church.” This is a sobering and humbling statement for me to hear. And yet it is so very true. There is sin, even in the church. Ashes will cover our heads

on Ash Wednesday, marking us those in need of God’s grace. However, Jesus Christ is risen from the dead! There is victory in the church! White banners and flowers will adorn our sanctuary on Easter Sun-

day, celebrating the victory that our Lord has won and given to us! May this time of year be a chance for you to reflect on your life and sinful actions which condemn you, as well as the life and actions of Christ which forgive you and set you free. I am looking

forward to worshipping with you, and watching Jesus transform us from sinners to saints all over again!

Yours in Christ,

Pastor Grunklee

Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights,

who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:17

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2/01 Gary Franklin 2/01 Mary Lee Franklin 2/01 Becky Jennings 2/01 Rudi Rushing 2/02 Ben Kensing 2/02 Sharon Trang

2/03 Renee Rittiluechai 2/05 Ken Schoppa 2/06 Shane Gentry 2/06 K.T. Kothmann 2/06 David Morgan 2/06 Asher Redd 2/06 Gary Schwede 2/07 Forrest Edwards 2/07 Calvin Lemon 2/07 Kevin Woelfel 2/08 Sally Jarrett 2/08 Diane Meyer

2/10 Joyce Kuhl 2/11 Pam Kennedy 2/12 James Holland 2/14 Han Ratliff 2/16 Eunice Korinek 2/18 Wanda Seaberg 2/19 Monica Arellano 2/20 Debbie Hedgcoth 2/20 Tate Woelfel 2/21 Pramila JES'Son 2/21 Krista Rogahn 2/22 Ryan Hedgcoth

FEBRUARY’S SERVANTS

Assisting Minister Jim Brewer

Altar Service Pat Bunyard

Greeters North Door: Barbara Rose

East Door: Lynn Jackson

South Door: Tom Jackson

Offering Tellers Mike Bunyard and Diana Schneider

Kitchen Hostess Becky Meeks

Acolytes February 3, Zachary Hazelwood

February 10, Lane Fischer

February 17, Olivia Brewer

February 24, Kip Kothmann

February 20, Austin Woelfel

February 27, Kameron Deterding

2/02 Cliff and Jennifer Wilson 2/06 Danny and Roxie Sammons 2/12 Jack and Becky Meeks

2/14 Ken and Marty Albright 2/14 Weldon and Dena Spears

Mary Ann Johnston 15609 CR 1810

Lubbock, TX 79424-8524 (432) 638 - 3411

Please help us welcome our newest members to the Christ Lutheran Church

family, Joe and Sharon Johnston.

4107 101st Street Lubbock, TX 79423

(806) 785-9180

PRAY FOR YOUR TEEN!PRAY FOR YOUR TEEN!PRAY FOR YOUR TEEN!PRAY FOR YOUR TEEN!

I pray that ____ would be rooted and established in

love for God. I pray that _____ would grasp how wide

and long and high and deep Your love is for him/her.

BRAILLE SCHEDULE

Group #2 February 5th, 1:00 P.M.-----------Wanda Seaberg This is the only group that will meet in February. We need ten books of Luke. We are still waiting for our new book to arrive. Thank you. Marylin Ormsby WC #148

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A NOTE FROM PARENT’S DAY OUT Betsy Fischer, PDO Director

February is a fun time for the PDO program! We have many activities and crafts planned for

Groundhog’s Day, Valentine’s Day and President’s Day. We will also be recognizing that February is Dental Health Month.

We asked the PDO students to tell us some of the things they LOVE:

Grant-Lunch, Jesus and Family Autumn-My Doggy Brynlee- GiGi and Linda Nash- My Daddy who goes to work Wesley-Hugs and Kisses Owen-Everybody as Jesus does Thomas-Mommy and Daddy Abel-The Moon Bishop-Mrs. Sharon Brayden-The doggy that lives by me Jadon-Mommy & Daddy Isabelle-Birds that Sing Trinity-Mommy, Daddy and Ava Grace Lindy- Sister Shelby and vegetables Max-The House Luke-My Dog Ruby Branden-Jesus Zane-Food Shelby-Candy Ryder-Mama

Please join us, Tuesday, February 12, at 10:00 a.m., for our “Read to Me Day”. The students love the special attention they receive from the volunteers.

This Sunday, February 3, the Elders of Christ Lutheran Church are hosting a Meet-Your-Elder Hamburger Luncheon following worship. Members will sit with their

care groups and engage in Christian fellowship with their elder and one another. Non-members may join any care group they like and partake in discussions of

Christian living at Christ Lutheran Church. This event is designed to introduce or better acquaint the elder with his care group and the care group with the elder.

In addition, there will be tables set up for you to sign up to volunteer for various activities and minis-tries. Please take the time to look around and sign up. A free-will donation will be taken to benefit the PDO program at Christ.

Start your Super Bowl party early with the Meet-Your-Elder luncheon!

Thank you for the support you’ve given the Lutheran Student Center and pro-Thank you for the support you’ve given the Lutheran Student Center and pro-Thank you for the support you’ve given the Lutheran Student Center and pro-Thank you for the support you’ve given the Lutheran Student Center and pro-viding meals this semester. viding meals this semester. viding meals this semester. viding meals this semester.

We look forward to seeing Christ Lutheran members. We look forward to seeing Christ Lutheran members. We look forward to seeing Christ Lutheran members. We look forward to seeing Christ Lutheran members. Monica, Kate, Blake, Amy, Amanda, Leia, and JacobMonica, Kate, Blake, Amy, Amanda, Leia, and JacobMonica, Kate, Blake, Amy, Amanda, Leia, and JacobMonica, Kate, Blake, Amy, Amanda, Leia, and Jacob

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♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ANNUAL VALENTINE’S DINNER ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ Due to some scheduling conflicts, the Valentine’s Dinner that the high school youth serves will be a

post-Valentine’s Day dinner this year. It will still be a special night! Please watch the bulletin for details as the date is set and plans are made. Thank you!

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There are large print bulletins

available each Sunday.

DONATIONS Please remember to drop off hygiene products and used

Christian literature in the box located in the kitchen.

DVDS AND CDS AVAILABLE

There are CDs and DVDs of

previous worship services that

are available for you on the

north table in the narthex.

LIFELIGHT BIBLE STUDY

February 13th, 10:00 am - 11:30 am

CLC Fellowship Hall

LUKE, Part 2

Study Session 5

CHRISTIAN GROWTH REPORT FROM THE COUNCIL MEETING (1-20-13)

● After receiving approval from Pastor and the teachers, there will be a change in the Sunday School format. For 3 Sundays the schedule will be as usual. On the 4th Sunday, all grades will meet together for a variety of Bible related music, crafts, and games. After music time, we will break into group for the crafts and games. ● The meals for Midweek School are still on the agenda and an area that needs help from any-one willing to spare 1 1/2 hours, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. The meals are already planned and require very little cooking. Basically, you will just need to serve and clean up. Please see Candy Schoppa or Jackie Watkins to volunteer, and we “Thank you” in advance for helping. ● A “Kid’s & Youth” Service is in the planning stages for this Spring. It will be on May 12th, which is also Mother’s Day. ● The tentative dates for VBS are June 23rd-27th.

Thank you to all who have provided meals for the Lu-theran Student Center - Sup-per on Sunday. We are look-ing forward to the Spring se-mester. Along with that, we also want to get a head start on filling in the dates for SOS

dinners. Please let me know if you or your church group would like to sign up for one of these dates. E-mail me at monica_m_arellano@yahoo.com or you can call 806-786-3445. Thank you!

Grief SupportGrief SupportGrief SupportGrief Support Hospice of Lubbock invites

you to attend “Rocky Road.” It is a support group for kids (ages 5-17) and families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. There will be support, fun, and learning activi-ties that help in coping with grief. The meet-ings are on Mondays, February 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, and March 4th at Louisville Place (3702 21st St.) A meal is provided at 5:45 p.m. each session. Please call 795-2751 for more infor-mation and for free registration.

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Neighborhood House reports that their supply of toothpaste and toilet tissue is dwindling. Please help us

in replenishing their supply. We have boxes in the located in the Narthex for you to place your donated items. By mid-February, we will take what has been collected to them. Thank you for helping our NH families!

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L.S.S. NEWS Marolyn Rinne

Health for Friends Clinic: December numbers were down due to the weather and holidays with 394 clients screened; a total for the year of 8,121. This is more than was seen last year. Things have been slow at all the outreach sites, most likely due to the weather. Majority of the people are seen at the places were food vouch-ers are distributed. The glucose strip program ended on December 1, but most on the program improved over the year. At present, no funds are available. Community Health Clinic of Lubbock (CHCL) is in a transitional period, so patient numbers are very low. For the year, first time patients that were screened at outreach sites was 759; and at the clinic was 222. Neighborhood House: This is our 45th year of service. For the year, there was 2,180 assisted with utilities for a total of $491,545. The changes made in qualifying for the elderly/disabled unit and household crisis funds made it more difficult to access the funds and it is anticipated that it will probably get worse. Many changes lowered the poverty level and the amount that could be distributed. At present, we are waiting to learn what funds will be available. We receive funds because we have a good reputation. The City of Lubbock generally comes to us with their grants/funds, because we believe and practice good stewardship. For the year, 181 prescriptions were helped with a total of $3,512; 1710 food vouchers, totaling $10,260; 264 hygiene bags totaling $1,320; 120 diapers totaling $210; and 156 kid pacs, totaling $780. During the year 3,971 households were assisted at a value of over $500,000.

NEEDS: Toilet tissue and toothpaste. Wedgewood South: December turned out to be a good and steady month for Wedgewood. There were 12 total inquiries/tours. Traffic was not so busy due to the holidays. We maintained 48 residents!! Our budget is 44 and we have 48 which is 4 above our monthly budget. We are currently working on a waiting list…. Hoping for a GREAT FULL HOUSE FOR 2013. Keep the re-ferrals coming.

Foster Care/Adoption: The census is currently 57 which is 10 over the budgeted census. We currently have 24 families and several still in the process. Things are going well. Spring Fling 2013: April 19, 2013 from 5:30– 8:30pm at the Frazier Alumni Building. Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door.

FROM THE LIBRARIAN: Kimberly Jarrett

Shopaholic and Sister by Sophie Kinsella

What’s a round-the-world honeymoon

if you can’t buy the odd souvenir to ship back home? This is a well writ-

ten and funny book.

Chopping Spree

by Diane Mott Davidson

This is an irresistibly tempting tale spiced with mystery and mayhem. As

a caterer turned sleuth, Goldy Schultz finds herself in hot water

when she sets out to catch a killer with a secret recipe for murder.

As Big as the West by Clyde Milner II and Carol A.

O’Connor

A sensitive and brilliant biography of the pioneer life of Granville Stuart.

Although our shelves are filled, we will try to maintain interest by rotating books, authors,

and adding new ones on a regular basis. I was excited to find works by two of my favorite

authors among recent donations:

PRAY FOR YOUR CHILD!PRAY FOR YOUR CHILD!PRAY FOR YOUR CHILD!PRAY FOR YOUR CHILD!

I pray that ____ will love the Lord with all of their heart, soul and mind and that they

would love their neighbor as themselves.

CLC Kid’s Corner

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WORSHIP SCHEDULE

9:00 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASSES

10:15 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE

(Communion on 2nd and 4th Sundays)

Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 13th

O Lord, throughout These Forty Days Stanza 4

Text: © 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship Used by permission: LSB Hymn License .NET, number 100012081.

Schedule for Midweek and Worship on Wednesdays During Lent

5:00 pm: Dinner for Midweek Children

5:15 - 6:15 pm: Midweek Class

6:30pm: Worship for All

Be with us through this season, Lord,

And all our earthly days,

That when the final Easter dawns,

We join in heaven’s praise.