Outdoor Worship

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Pastor

Outdoor 3Outdoor 4Outdoor 6Praise and thanks to God for blessing us with a beautiful day this past Sunday for our 3rd annual outdoor worship and pet blessing.  Here are some photos from the day.

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Posted on October 11, 2015 by Pastor

As the called people of God we cling to the fact part of our mission is to reach out to those in need, those who are vulnerable, those who hurt and in the midst of we find Christ present.  As your pastor, I am always amazed out how faithful this community of faith is to carrying out this aspect of our life together and I know many of you carry this out in your daily lives in a variety of ways.

This month, like last year, we will once again strive to bring awareness to domestic violence and also support the victims of it and the agencies who do God’s work to bring hope, healing, and safety.  In Iowa City that is the Domestic Violence Intervention Program.  I am attaching three images below of items found in the Great Hall. One indicates how we can help.  One gives general statistics about domestic violence we can educate ourselves with and one shows the display in the Great Hall.

Thanks faithful people for all you do!

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Resource Fair is Coming

Posted on October 2, 2015 by Pastor

On October 25 there will be a resource fair of faith-filled videos and books that kids will love.  This is provided by Spark House Family.  They are the publisher of the curriculum we use in Sunday school for the younger children.  You will be able to look at some samples and then order products if you like.  This be in the Great Hall from 10:00 am (following worship) to 10:30 am.

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Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Pastor

The September issue of the Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter is done.  Thanks to the Stewardship Team for assembling and to all the faithful people of God for all you do!

September 2015 Stewardship Newsletter

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God’s work. Our hands.

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Pastor

Check this out on the website of the Southeastern Iowa Synod of whom we partner in ministry.

God’s work. Our hands. Sunday Photos

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October Newsletter

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Pastor

The October Newsletter is done and can be viewed below.  Enjoy!

October 2015 Newsletter

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Adult Discussion Hour

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Pastor

Everyone is invited to the Adult Discussion Class that starts on Sunday October 4th at 10:20 AM in the Small Hall.  We want to have discussions on topics of interest to adults in the congregation, so please bring your ideas on what topics you might want to explore this year.  We will have ideas and suggestions on topics too.  We will discuss what times and discussion formats might work better for the group.  Come and see what Christ can do in your life and faith through discussion, thought, and learning.

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Sunday School

Posted on September 21, 2015 by Pastor

A quick reminder this Sunday in worship we will have presentation of Story Bibles to children age 4 – 3rd grade and regular Bibles to youth in 4th-6th grades.  We will also install Sunday school teachers.  The first official class will be next Sunday, October 4.  There will be education this year for students aged 4 – 6th grade immediately following worship or approximately 10:20 a.m. Please see the schedule below.

2015-2016 Sunday School Schedule

 

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ELCA Malaria Campaign Goal Reached

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Pastor

We have done it!  Awesome work faithful people of God.  We hit our mark of raising $15 million to help prevent, educate, and hopefully eradicate malaria.  Check this video out.

ELCA Malaria Campaign Video

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Outdoor/Pet Blessing Service Date Change

Posted on September 15, 2015 by Pastor

The Outdoor/Pet Blessing Service schedule for Sunday, Sept. 27 has been changed and will now be held on Sunday, October 11 due to a variety of scheduling conflicts.  We apologize for this late notice and appreciate your understanding.

A few notes on this service.

  • Please bring a lawn chair if  possible; however, we will have some folding chairs set up outside
  • In case of inclement weather (i.e., precipitation of any kind no matter how light it may be or extreme cold temperatures) we will move inside.  Please leave your pets at home.  An email will be sent out that morning and also notice placed on our website, Facebook and Twitter pages.
  • Pets:  Due to liability reasons and suggestions from our insurance carrier the Council asks that all please adhere to the following:
    • All pets must remain leashed or caged (if smaller animals) at all times.
    • Use caution and common sense when considering whether to bring your pet.  If your pet doesn’t socialize well around other animals then it may be best to leave him or her at home that day.  The safety of all people and other pets is vital.
    • Do not bring your pet if it is in heat.
    • Pets must remain outside at all times.
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