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C H R I S T L U T H E R A N C H U R C H
October, 2014
From the Pastor...
3612 Old Oakwood Road, Oakwood, GA 30566 Phone: 770-535-9938 Office E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.clcga.org Fall Office Hours : 9 am—1PM Monday thru Thursday
Christ Lutheran Church
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
God’s work. Our hands.
Christ Lutheran Leaders in 2014 Pastor:
Rev. Andrew Seibert………………….770-403-1194
Iglesia Luterana de Cristo Pastor:
Pastor Alberto Sifontes……………….770-965-5027
Office Administrator:
Dawn Johnson……………………..….678-225-7919
Youth Director:
Sarah Caruso………………………..678-865-7911
Nursery:
Music Director:
Diane Mulkey…………………………..770-718-1582
Custodian:
Esperanza Zapata……………...……..770-531-1517
Church Council Alan Overcash (Pres)…………………770-757-9356
Freda Bair (Treas.)……………………770-532-6999
Eric Bowman (VP)……….……………770-614-0967
ichard.bowman75@gmail. Com
Joe Vinson…………………………….770-519-7677
Kat Hartman …………..……..……….770-965-9759
Mackie Brown………………………….770-536-3210
Terry Schmidt……………..…………...770-329-0500
Jim Trimboli……………………………770-965-0268
jtrimboliclc@aol,com
Stewardship becomes a major emphasis in many congrega-tions during the month of October. Part of that emphasis is on fi-nancial giving as we head into 4th quarter of our 2014 budget and as we begin to discern our ministry plans for 2015. However, steward-ship has a much broader scope than just financial. As stewards of God’s resources in this world, our stewardship includes our choices concerning what God puts in our control - our skills, our abilities, our time, our jobs, finances, families, relationships, and our care for the earth, animals, atmosphere, etc.
As I pastor, I am supposed to lead the congregation into good stewardship. But, to be honest with you, other than setting an ex-ample by tithing (the biblical model of giving 10% of my income) and using my time and talents to the best of my ability, I don’t know how to do that. I can highlight the grace of God that showers bless-ings on us. I can articulate vision for a better world. I can call us to responsible choosing. But it seems to me that each person answers not to me for their choices, but rather to the giver of the gifts - to God.
So, as we focus on stewardship - and as we are invited to pon-der and make choices about the use of our time, talents, and re-sources, let me share 10 things that were taught to me as I grew up that influence my stewardship decisions:
1. All we have - time, health, family, job, money, skills, etc. - are undeserved gifts from God, and we should show thanks to the giver.
2. What is given is not just for us. It is to equip/empower us to live in a way that makes the world a better place.
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From the Pastor...
3. If I wouldn’t give my children or my friend only the left-overs, then don’t do that to God. Make sharing God a priority of love.
4. Strive to use a percentage of financial resources for Christian ministry as a way of consist-ently saying thank you to Christ for giving all of His life and resources for me.
5. Time is a valuable resource. Set aside time as a gift to God - to meet regularly in worship, for personal conversation with God, for study, for service.
6. If we want to be excited and positive about life, then hang out with people who are mak-ing things happen.
7. People who help others and work toward visions beyond themselves become so involved in making life happen for others that their own problems become smaller.
8. Always support (in finances, prayer, or other efforts) something beyond ourselves and our needs. It’s part of belonging to humankind and a larger vision.
9. Never underestimate the importance of any gift or act of kindness, no matter how small.
10. No one can change the world alone, but working together, the possibilities are limitless.
If you were to make a list of things that guide your stewardship - that you try to live by - what would you list? Write them out. Then pray that you will live by them in Christ’s name and for His honor. Also, if your brave enough, share them with me…I’d love to be in pray with you for them.
God Bless,
Pastor Andy
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Recycle Your Cans!
Did you know that Christ Lutheran Church has a can recycling program to help benefit
our Building fund? Just bring in your rinsed cans and place in the receptacle outside the
fellowship hall doors and we will recycle for you! All proceeds go towards our building
fund.
WELCA
All Is Calm, All is Bright
WELCA meets every 2nd Monday of each month. We start with a delicious brunch followed by our business meeting and then a lively, inspiring bible study. All ladies of our church are invited to join us. We start at 9:45, but if you can’t make it that early come for bible study at 11:00.
This month our hostesses are, Diane Mulkey and Ginger Huddleston. Betsy Pierson will lead the bible study.
I so look forward to seeing you there.
Ginger Huddleston, President
You are invited to join our adult choir in our Christmas choral celebration, “All is Calm, All is Bright” by Vader, Rouse, Kirkland. Rehearsals are on Wed. evenings at 6:45 p.m. and all are truly welcome.
Those that listen will hear…those that look will see. . . those that seek will find.
A King is coming! All is calm, all is bright.
Congregation Meeting
Please plan to attend a congregation meeting on:
Sunday October 5 from 10:00 – 10:45 am.
The main subject will be to present and vote on several projects your council is planning and to discuss our 2014 budget. Please mark your calendar – we need a quorum for our vote!
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Outreach Commission The Outreach Commission Charter is to share and grow the Love that is Christ Jesus with people in our
neighborhood and community, by serving those less fortunate than ourselves.
WOW – I can’t believe it’s October already! Time sure does just fly right by. Well, since it is October, we are starting to gear up for all our holiday ministry efforts that are surely right around the corner… First up:
Samaritans Purse - Operation Christmas Child Our annual collection for this ministry is going to start full swing in October, with complet-ed boxes due in early November. It’s never too early to start collecting items to fill a shoe box for a child – to show them the love of God. – Look for all the supplies soon, very soon….. A small shoebox can teach a child about the love of God, lead him or her to faith in Christ, inspire pastors, and plant new churches. What goes into the box is fun, but what comes out is eternal. Be a part of changing lives through the power of a simple gift. Can’t do a full box, but still want to donate? We are collecting: Small items to fill the boxes, OR donations to defray the shipping costs ($7.00 per box is the shipping cost, and we have 20 filled boxes already) Some things to remember as you are filling your boxes:
Please pray for the recipient of your box, that goes such a long way, and it is sure to fill that box with God’s love!
Please don’t over fill your box (Samaritans Purse will be adding some items, so please make sure it’s not “overstuffed”)
Please don’t secure with tape - use a rubber band If you wrap a box, please wrap the lid separate from the box so it can be opened
Thanks so much for all of your support with this ministry. Questions? – Please see Ann McDivitt; 678-960-4091
Family Promise – Oct 19 - 26 You may have seen the “small board” that has been in Fellowship Hall for a couple weeks: we were trying to get a jump start on our host/volunteer sign ups, and so far, so good. There are still a number of spots available, so please prayerfully consider volunteering to help us out. The families that are our guests LOVE to come to Christ Lutheran! This is all because of YOU – our volunteers!
Types of volunteer slots available:
OUR NEXT WEEK TO HOST IS DEC 21 - 28
If you are not familiar with Family Promise, please see the brochure in the hallway, or feel free to see me, Kat Hartman 770-965-9759. If you have time during the week, there are also volunteer needs over at the day center – have a couple hours every Tuesday for example? – be their phone person for that slot.
Set up the rooms Make a Dinner Host a Dinner Sleep Overnight
Make up welcome bas-
kets
Day Center help on Sat Break Down the rooms Laundry
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Outreach Commission The Outreach Commission Charter is to share and grow the Love that is Christ Jesus with people in our
neighborhood and community, by serving those less fortunate than ourselves.
BELK Charity Sale - Nov 8
BELK again is hosting the semi-annual Charity Sale on Sat Nov 8th from 6 to 10 am. Save 20 – 70% storewide, including special savings on Rarely Discounted Items! All ticket sale proceeds will profit Family Promise. Tickets are $5.00 each, and then by using this ticket at Belk on Nov, you save that $5.00 off your purchase. What a deal! See Kat Hartman for your tickets now.
Outreach Ministries & Programs ….God’s Work, Our Hands Christ Lutheran has many areas of volunteer opportunities. If you have a ministry that is near to your heart, let me know, if I don’t have the answer, I will help find it. – God Bless you!
I Love your Servant Hearts!! – Yours in Peace, Kat
Family Promise of Hall County South Hall Food Pantry
Good News at Noon (WELCA Health Kits (WELCA)
HANDS (Hooks & Needles) Willow Wood Retirement Home visits
Gateway House- collecting supplies Humane Society- collecting supplies
Samaritans Purse – Operation Christmas Child
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Save The Date October 18th, 2014 from 9am to 2pm. RECYCLE REUSE REJOICE St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church is having a community yard sale with ALL proceeds going to South Hall Community Food Pantry. One hour after the yard sale a charity will be coming to pick up all non sold items ____ ( you do not even have to take it home with you!) Bring all items ( please have all items priced) to St. Gabriel's between 7am to 9am on October 18th. South Hall Community Food Pantry sponsor churches will also be participating. Sponsor church-es are of course our church Christ Lutheran, East Lanier Community, McEver Road United Meth-odist, Oakwood First United Methodist, The Springs/Vine, and St. Gabriel's. St. Gabriel's will be giving away free hot dogs. There will also be a Shredder Truck!! Time to clean out those closets and basements!! Call Elaine Key with any questions. Next Month's Vine will have directions to St. Gabriel's.
Next Stop Annual Dinner
The Next Stop annual dinner is Friday Oct 17 6:00PM At Suwanee Sports Academy. We need a group of 6-8 people for serving drinks and managing the condiment table and dessert table.
Anyone who volunteers does not have to pay the $10. We would need them from 6:00--8:30ish. We usu-ally have a lot of physical help cleaning up & breaking down the gym....so they wouldn't be expected to stay for that.
Anyone wanting to volunteer please send email to:
[email protected] or call 256 652 8264
Thank You , Eric
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YOUTH NEWS
Attention ALL Youth! We hope you will join us
Wednesday, October 8th in the fellowship hall for
our annual Fall party. Food, fun and games begin at
6:30pm. This event will end at 8pm. We hope you can join us
for this special night.
Unfortunately our teen retreat has been postponed due to
schedule conflicts. We are currently looking for another date
in the future. We will keep you posted.
ATTENTION ALL YOUTH! Come join us
for a night of worship around the camp-
fire Wednesday, November 5th at 6:00pm
at Sarah’s House 5635 Holiday Circle
Oakwood, GA 30566. Marshmallows and
hot chocolate will be served.
Upcoming Youth Events
Wednesday October 8th- All youth Fall party 6pm in the Fellowship Hall
Wednesday October 15th- Teen Scene Hang Out 6:30pm (painting)
Wednesday October 29th- Teen Scene Hang Out 6:30-8pm (Snacks)
Wednesday November 5th-Worship by the campfire at Sarah’s house 6pm
Wednesday November 12th- Teen Scene Hang Out 6:30-8pm (Snacks)
Come by Sarah’s office and check out the new Teen Room! The CLC Teens have
been working hard painting and cleaning.
For more information please contact Sarah Caruso at
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY 10/1 Butch Dyer
10/1 Dixie Bryson
10/3 Steve Knight
10/3 Sandy Fuller
10/4 Ken Uyl
10/13 Mindy Ellis
10/15 Alison Miklos
10/16 Ken Hayden
10/17 Betty McKevitt
10/18 George Mulkey
10/20 Lynn Thomas
10/22 Pat Key
10/12 Cindy & Herb Grastat
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
10/24 Cathy Piekarczyk
10/24 Tyler Truelove
10/25 Al Ringer
10/25 Gwyneth Thomas
10/26 Amy Petro
10/26 Zach Dodd
10/29 David Tate
10/29 Amanda Seibert
10/30 Lynn Whitener
10/30 Corey Bryson
10/31 Lee Wenger
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1
6:30 am Men’s Prayer Breakfast
10 am Bible Study
6:00 pm Children’s Choir
No Youth Group
6:45 pm Adult choir
2 3
AA 8PM
4
OCTOBERFEST
5 pm– Adults Only
5 8:30 am Worship
9:45 am Congregation Meeting
Confirmation w/ Pastor
11am Worship w/ Kid’s worship
1PM Hispanic Worship
6
4-7 PM HANDS—Hooks and Needles Doing Service
6:30 pm Church Council
AA 8PM
7
8
6:30 am Men’s Prayer Breakfast
10 am Bible Study
6:30 pm Kid’s Night Fall Party @ church
6:45 pm Adult choir
9
10 am—12 noon
CLC staffs South Hall Food Pantry
10
AA 8PM
Pastor Andy away—
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12
8:30am Worship
Guest preacher Mike Freeman
9:45 am Adult Forum
11am Worship w/Kid’s Worship
Guest preacher Mike Freeman
1PM Hispanic Worship
13
9:45 AM WELCA
3-5 pm CLC staffs South Hall Food Pantry
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AA 8PM
14
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15
6:30 am Men’s Prayer Breakfast
10 am Bible Study
6:00 pm Children’s Choir
6:30 pm Teen Scene Hangout
6:45 pm Adult choir
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16
10 am—12 noon
CLC staffs South Hall Food Pantry
2:30 PM Visit to Willow-wood Nursing Home
Pastor returns
17
AA 8PM
18
10 am—12 noon
CLC staffs South Hall Food Pantry
19
Hunger Relief Sunday
8:30am Worship
9:45 am Adult Forum
Confirmation w/ Pastor Andy
11am Worship w/Kid’s Worship
1PM Hispanic Worship
3:30 pm Set-up Family Promise
20
4-7 PM HANDS—Hooks and Needles Doing Service
FAMILY PROMISE
AA 8PM
21
FAMILY PROMISE
22
6:30 am Men’s Prayer Breakfast
10 am Bible Study
6:00 pm Children’s Choir
6:45 pm Adult choir
FAMILY PROMISE
23
10 am—12 noon
CLC staffs South Hall Food Pantry
12 noon Monthly Potluck
FAMILY PROMISE
24
FAMILY PROMISE
AA 8PM
25
FAMILY PROMISE
26
6:30 am Break down Family Promise
8:30am Worship
9:45 am Adult Forum
Confirmation w/ Pastor
11am Worship w/Kid’s Worship
1PM Hispanic Worship
27
AA 8PM
28 29
6:30 am Men’s Prayer Breakfast
10 am Bible Study
6:00 pm Children’s Choir
6:30 pm Teen Scene Hangout
6:45 pm Adult choir
30 31
AA 8 PM
Christ Lutheran Church 2014
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READERS
10/5 - Beth Marien
10/12 - Mike Marien
10/19 - Jim Trimboli
10/26 - Terry Schmidt
ALTAR GUILD
10/5 Kay & Steve Knight
10/12 Edna Jackson
10/19 Ann & Richard McDivitt
10/26 Gerry & John Travis
COMMUNION BREAD
10/5 Steve Knight
10/12 Ginger Huddleston
10/19 Diane Bohn
10/26 Gerry Travis
ASSISTING MINISTERS
10/5 Ann McDivitt
10/12 Jim Trimboli
10/19 Kay Knight
10/26 Alan Clark
USHERS
10/5 Dale Osterloh & Hugo Kollmer
10/12 Ray Huddleston & Steve Knight
10/19 Clyde Harris & Jim Ellis
10/26 Don Finfrock & Terry Schmidt
Go in Peace, Serve the Lord Serving at Worship for October
8:30 am Worship Service
READERS
10/5 - Mackie Brown
10/12 - Bill Wonnacott
10/19 - Toni Zavadil
10/26 - Derek Johnson
KIDS WORSHIP
10/5 Tracy Garner
10/12 Janet Cboski
10/19 Dixie Bryson
10/26 Janel Brooks
ASSISTING MINISTERS
10/5 Cindy Grastat
10/12 Jenny Goodwin
10/19 Karin Bowman
10/26 Sandy Fuller
USHERS
10/5 Don Woosley & David Tate
10/12 Richard Morhard & Ken Uyl
10/19 Butch & Marcey Dyer
10/26 Alan Overcash & Eric Bowman
COUNTERS
10/5 Jan & Dane Clark
10/12 Jeff Winiesdorffer & Eric Bowman
10/19 Dave & Kathy Martz
10/26 Signy Uyl & Elaine Key
ALTAR GUILD
10/5 Elaine Key
10/12 Karen Legg
10/19 Marilyn Johnson
10/26 Diane Morhard
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP
10/5 Lynn Thomas & Marie Umberger
10/12 Karin Bowman & Cheryl Fuller
10/19 Janet Goetz & Lowell Lampe
10/26 Dawn Johnson & Freda Bair
11:00 am Worship Service
