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theWeekly News • August 19, 2012
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New To LifeJourney Church? Join us for a Newcomer’s Welcome Reception on August 28. See page four for info.
Teen Life Fall Kick-Off!The high school group Teen Life is coming back from sum-
mer break on Sunday August 26, during the 11:00 am service. All high-school-aged teens are invited to join our returning Teen Life leaders Tiffany Soaper and Sha-Hanna Lewis for this weekly opportunity to tackle the real life issues and to hang out with other teens for some fun!
Go to the sanctuary for service like usual; you’ll be dismissed to Teen Life prior to the sermon.
Annual Church PicnicOur annual church picnic will be held at Broad Ripple Park,
1550 Broad Ripple Avenue, Indianapolis, this Saturday, August 25 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm (or whenever the party ends!) We’ve reserved Shelter #2 — just look for the LifeJourney Church banner! The church will provide hamburgers and hot dogs; please bring your favorite side dish and drink to share.
Because the picnic will take place at the park, there are lots of amenities for you to enjoy. The children can make use of the playgrounds while the adults might enjoy the view of the river, the
tennis courts, the dog park, or just spending time with your church family (and eating, of course).
Questions? Contact Pastor Melody Merida: mmerida@ lifejourneychurch.cc.
Soul2Soul at the Central LibraryOur very own Soul2Soul ensemble will be performing
at the Central Library (40 E St. Clair St.) today, August 19, between 2:30 and 4:30 pm. They’re part of the Library’s Hometown Roots Concert Series, and will be part of a show that also includes the Circle City Ringers. This event is free.
Animal Ministry: Making a Difference
Exciting things are happening with our Animal Ministry! In June, they unveiled a plan that included a new endeavor:
fostering dogs. A few weeks ago, a plea was sent out about two dogs in desperate need from Indianapolis Animal Care and Control. One of the dogs was adopted out of the shelter quickly. The second, a Wheaten mix, is now being fostered by Sarah Addison, one of the heads of our Animal Ministry. He is now with Sarah learning basic manners and how to trust other people and animals, while he waits to find his forever home! His picture is below.
Also in the news is that Petco Adoption Days have begun! Robin Herman, through her Lucky Dog Retreat Rescue, which is supported by our Animal Ministry, is currently fostering fifteen dogs. July 15 was the first day that five dogs were brought to Petco in Carmel for adoption.
Kris Soper, a member of our Animal Ministry team, partici-pated. She says, “This is one of the best things I have ever done in my life! Our dogs were the best behaved of all the adoption groups there and we even had two placements, which I thought was great!” Nora, a Cavalier King Charles/Papillion mix, shy as could be, slowly became more comfortable with people and became the “marketing”
dog. She and Kris spent time sitting in front of our table at Petco. The table could be seen down the main aisle, and Nora just smiled and welcomed everyone, and was eventually adopted. Kris says she was happy to be a part of the event and proud of our success.
Please visit Lucky Dog Retreat Rescue (ldrrescue.org) if you are interested in adopting a dog. You can also contact Sarah Addison ([email protected]) if you are interested in working with the Animal Ministry. Our Animal Ministry is about building a strong network of people to help animals in need, helping at the Indianapolis Humane Society, assisting with adoption days at Petco for Lucky Dog Retreat Rescue, and fostering dogs rescued from kill shelters. The continued growth of the Animal Ministry will allow for many more lives to be touched, positively affected, and saved!
Anniversary SundayNext Sunday, we will celebrate our 21st Anniversary!
Foster Dog Luigi
Worship Theme: The Life of Christ
Key Scripture: Every scribe who has been trained for the Kingdom of Heaven is like the master of a household who brings out of his treasure what is new and what is old. Matthew 13:52
Our Approach To GodPreludeCall to Worship: Just As I AmConnection MomentPraise Songs: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, Praise AdonaiAnthem: How We Need the River, Julie Walsh and Kevin SterrettPastoral PrayerVideo: One
God’s Word To UsScripture: Matthew 5:17-20; 38-42Sermon: Something Old, Something New, by Jeff MinerOffering our Gifts and Resources: Just As I Am
Our Communion With GodSilent ConfessionGeneral Confession: God, thank you for creating all kinds of different people, so that when we blend together we can better reflect you, and can better find our way. Forgive me for times when I
Decision Form: If you feel moved to respond in a tangible way. I am making a decision to become a follower of Jesus, or I
want to rededicate myself to that decision. I have questions about spiritual things and would like to
talk to someone. Other:
One of our pastoral staff would be happy to make an appoint-ment to talk with you about your spiritual life and what steps might come next — but only if you wish.
I would like to schedule a time to talk.
Name: Phone: Email:
Place this form in the basket at the info kiosk.
Notes
have become stuck in only one way of thinking and have failed to appreciate those who think differently. Help me to become more like Jesus — treasuring both the old and the new. Amen.Consecration of the ElementsProclamation of our Faith: Christ has died, Christ has risen, Christ is here now, and Christ will come again. Alleluia!Distribution of the Elements
If this is your first time with us: You are welcome to receive Holy Communion. You’re also welcome to just observe, if you prefer. You can take Communion alone, or with friends or family.Ushers will release rows and direct you to a server. The server will offer you the wafer dipped in juice with a prayer. After receiving the elements, return to your seat by the side aisle. If you would like to receive Communion but are unable to come forward, please notify an usher.
Closing Song: DoxologyBenediction: Please rise as you are able.PostludeDeacons will be at the front of the sanctuary after service for any who wish to pray.
Order of Service
Webcast Reminder: The morning services are recorded for our webcast, and crowd shots are included. To improve the quality of those shots, we’d like to fill the center section of seating. If you don’t want to be on camera, just sit in the back half of the east section (near the media booth).
Welcome to LifeJourney Church!Married, divorced, or single here, It’s one family that mingles here.
Conservative or liberal here, We’ve all gotta give a little here.
Big or small here, there’s room for us all here.
Doubt or believe here, we all can receive here.
Gay, trans, or straight here, there’s no hate here.
Woman or man here, everyone can here.
Whatever your race here, For all of us, grace here.
Sunday, August 199:30 am Early Worship Service.11:00 am Morning Worship Service. 11:30 am The Bridge 2.0 (junior high / middle school), Room 7.
Youth are released from the sanctuary before the sermon.1:00 pm Board of Deacons, Room 4.1:00 pm LifeJourney Pastoral Training, Room 6.
Monday, August 207:30 pm AA Meeting, Room 2.
Tuesday, August 217:00 pm LifeJourney Press, Room 4. Info: Lynne Kaminski,
[email protected]:00 pm Missions Board, Room 2.7:00 pm Tuesday Evening Oasis, Room 6. Info: Jim Rednour at
(765) 388-0256. 7:00 pm Westside Oasis meets at the home of Steve Adams
and Dan Allis, 2508 Orlando St. Info: David Zier at (317) 722-0000 × 105 or [email protected].
Wednesday, August 227:00 pm Eastside Oasis meets at the home of Tina Sherrard, 7174
East 13th St. Info: Vivian Wyatt at (317) 722-0000 × 106 or [email protected].
7:00 pm Young Adults Oasis, Room 6. Info: Katrina Davis, [email protected] or Steve Hadt, [email protected].
Thursday, August 237:00 pm Close Encounters of the Heart Oasis, Room 1. Info: Larry
Heavilon at [email protected] or (317) 523-4543.7:00 pm Discipleship 101/102, Room 2. 7:00 pm Northside Oasis meets at the home of Jody Cowherd,
11249 Woodcreek Drive, Carmel. Info: Jeff Miner at (317) 722-0000 × 103 or [email protected].
7:15 pm Southside Jesus Seekers Oasis meets at Roger Brown’s home, 5457 Walnut Street, Greenwood. Info: See Chuck Levi or call Roger at (317) 446-5604.
Friday, August 249:00 am Friday Morning Oasis, Room 4. Info: Beulah Bragg,
(317) 924-2488 or [email protected]:30 pm Women’s AA Meeting, Room 2.7:00 pm Fellowship Galactica meets at David Wene and David
Squire’s home, 5055 East 67th Street. Info: David Wene at [email protected] or (317) 427-3728.
Saturday, August 259:30 am Discipleship 101/102 Retreat, Room 1.10:30 am Praise Team Practice, sanctuary.11:00 am Church Picnic at Broad Ripple Park. See page one for info.
Coming SoonAug 26 Family Day at the Waterpark. See page four for info.Aug 28 Newcomer’s Welcome Reception. See page four for info.Aug 29 Family Oasis and Children’s Choir resume at 6:30 pm.Aug 31 Family Camp. Contact Pastor Melody for info.
Last Week’s NumbersEarly Service Attendance 148Morning Service Attendance 277Oasis Attendance 68General Offering $6,159General Offering: Three Month Average $9,015General Offering Average Goal $9,954
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a congregation of the Metropolitan Community Churches
Jeff Miner, Senior Pastor
Melody Merida, Minister of Congregational Life
Vivian Wyatt, Minister of Care and Business Administration
Richard Ramsey, Minister of Worship Arts
David Zier, Minister of Outreach and Development
David Squire, Communications Director
About this CalendarEvents are open to all — rare exceptions will be noted.
For more info, inquire at the info kiosk, see any staff member or ministry team leader, or contact the office at [email protected].
Calling for JusticeA bipartisan group of City/County Counselors — including
our own church member Zach Adamson — proposed legislation that would provide domestic partner benefits to gay and straight couples who work for the City of Indianapolis or Marion County. This legislation has passed the Council and is now waiting for the Mayor’s signature. If you’re a resident of Marion County, now is the time to let our Mayor know your support. Take a moment today to deliver a message: call the Mayor’s action line: (317) 327-4MAC or go to www.indy.gov/eGov/Mayor/getintouch/Pages/ContactUs.aspx.
Close Encounters and the Four Agreements
The Close Encounters of the Heart Oasis has begun a study of The Four Agreements, a book that seeks to reveal the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffer-ing. All are welcome to join the conversation on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm at the church. Questions? Contact Larry Heavilon at [email protected].
Can You Spare Two Hours?One of our pastoral apprentices, Justimore Musombi, needs to
get a driver’s license so he can commute between our church and seminary in Richmond. The process is complicated since Justimore is from Kenya and is a new driver.
The only thing standing between Justimore and his license is 10 more hours of supervised driving.
Seminary classes begin Thursday. So that gives us just a few days to get Justimore 10 more hours of supervised driving. Can you take a two-hour shift? If so, you would pick up Justimore at the home where he’s staying on the east side of Indianapolis and super-vise him as he drives your vehicle for two hours.
Family Day at the Waterpark!We are not ready to let go of summer just yet! The Family
Ministry invites all families to join us for a fun-filled afternoon at the Monon Community Center (1195 Central Park Drive West, Carmel) next Sunday after the 11:00 am service. You can enjoy the waterpark, explore the 161-acre park grounds, hike the trails, or relax with some quiet swim time at the Indoor Aquatic Center. The cost for the activities is $10 for adults and $6 for children under age 18. Some facilities (like the gymnasium and fitness center) require an additional fee. Reserve your spot today by completing the inter-est form below.
September 11th Prayer VigilSt. Luke’s UMC has once again invited LifeJourney Church to
join in their annual Prayer Vigil remembering the tragic events of September 11th, while praying for healing to come to our broken world. This year’s vigil will be held on Sunday, September 16 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and our church will be responsible for 45 minutes of that time. If you’re interested in being a part of this vigil, complete the form below and we’ll share event details.
I’d like to be part of the prayer vigil.
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Phone
Email Return this form in the offering or in the basket at the info kiosk.
I’m interested in Family Day at the Waterpark.
Name
Phone
Email Return this form in the offering or in the basket at the info kiosk.
If you’re new to LifeJourney Church within the past six months or so (or even if today is your first Sunday!) we invite you to a Welcome Reception at the church on Tuesday, August 28 at 7:00 pm. The reception is casual and will include snacks and dessert. We’ll get acquainted, share stories and info, and answer any questions you have. If you’ve wondered, “Is LifeJourney Church the right place for me? What resources are available? How do I fit in and make friends?” then this reception is for you!
RSVP with the form at right. If you have questions, contact the church office at [email protected] or (317) 722-0000.
Newcomer’s Welcome Reception, August 28
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Phone
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New to LifeJourney Church? Be our guest!
I can take a shift. Please contact me.
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