VBS volunteers

Come be a part of our
Power Lab
Vacation Bible School!
July 7-11, 2008

We are in need of volunteers to head some of the main stations. The following steering positions are still open:

Pre- K5 teacher: This teacher will work with those children entering Kindergarten in the fall. Opening and closing will take place in the classroom but the students will rotate to the various stations.

Missions Director: This person will need to assist in counting the daily offerings in the morning and making sure monies are distributed to the mission projects that are selected.

Decorations: This person will head up decorating various common areas of the church and assist other station leaders in decorating their assigned areas.

Theater Leader: This leader will show a daily DVD for Chadder’s Theater and lead discussions for each group following the clip. Materials are provided.

Nursery: This volunteer will provide child care in the nursery for children under the age of 3 whose parents are working with VBS.

If you are able to fill any of these positions, contact Trina Lieb at 634-0027. In May, we will begin seeking volunteers for crew leaders and support staff. Please keep everyone involved in your prayers as preparations begin.

Jefferson City Cantorum Concert

The Jefferson City Cantorum’s 40th annual Spring concert is Saturday, May 3, at 7 p.m., at the Miller Performing Arts Center. The Cantorum will feature favorite Broadway songs from “West Side Story,” “Carousel,” “Porgy and Bess,” “The Sound of Music,” “Les Miserables,” “Phantom of the Opera,” “Lion King,” and “Wicked,” to name a few. So come and enjoy!

Trinity Lutheran School Alumni meeting

Trinity Lutheran School Alumni Association will hold their Annual Meeting Saturday, May 3, at the Double Tree Hotel, 422 Monroe Street (site of old Trinity School). Registration begins at 3:00 p.m., business meeting at 3:30, with awards and speakers, happy hour at 4:30 p.m., and dinner at 5:00 p.m. Registration deadline is April 25. Banquet tickets for adults $20; children 5-12 $10.00. All alumni and those interested in the school are encouraged to attend. Mail reservations to Trinity Alumni Association, 803 Swifts Highway, Jefferson City, MO 65109, or contact Nancy Duncan at 634-4968.

Women of Faith

Come and join us for the LWML Spring Rally at Grace Lutheran Church, in Holts Summit. It is this Saturday, April 19th, with registration at 9:00 and the rally beginning at 10:00 a.m. The theme is “In the Shadow of His Wings” based on Psalm 91:4. Wear your RED, WHITE, and BLUE. There will be an ingathering of items that will be going to the District Convention in June. Bring new items, no boxed sets of the following: receiving blankets, baby blankets, baby powder, baby lotion, baby shampoo, baby bath, Q-tips, and disposable diapers, Come for a day of spiritual uplifting!

Faith retirees

Faith Retirees is meeting this Thursday, April 17. Join us at 1 p.m., in the fellowship hall for opening devotion followed by Christian fellowship and games. We have quite a few pinochle players but we need more. We also have our table of dominoes. Come enjoy a couple of hours of Christian fellowship.

Men's softball

Faith Lutheran again will be fielding a men’s church league softball team this season. Games are on Monday nights, starting May 12. If you’re interested in playing, contact David Lieb at 634-0027.

Luninaries

Luminaries for American Cancer Society “Light the Night” are in the narthex with the Blood Pressure sign. Due by June 4.

Vacation Bible School

Are you making summer plans yet? Don’t forget to include Vacation Bible School this summer — July 7-11, 2008.

Rubber stamp exchange

Are you a rubber stamper? Or do you know someone who is? The Senior Youth are sponsoring a stamp exchange on May 3 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. You bring stamps that you would like to trade and then you choose new stamps of equivalent size and quantity. Also bring project ideas to share. Arrive with your stamps no later than 10:30 and enjoy coffee, tea, and breakfast breads and a chance to view projects and share ideas while we prepare the exchange. Sound like fun? The cost will be $10 and the money will be used for this summer’s workcamp trip.

Youth rummage sale

Youth Rummage Sale is set for April 24-26. If you have items you would like to donate you can begin bringing them on April 13th.

A.C.T.S. mystery night

High schoolers! Come to the Mystery Night on April 20th, at 6:30 p.m. Check your A.C.T.S. for more details. If you are not receiving an A.C.T.S. in the mail, pick one up in the narthex.

News flash from Parish Nursing

The Health Fair is April 27th, 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hold that date open!

Recycling aluminum cans

The Senior Youth are collecting cans to raise money for Workcamp. Just put them in bags and leave them in the designated area at the lower parking lot in front of the storage shed. Thanks!

P.A.T.Ch. swim meet

Join P.A.T.Ch. Sunday, April 20th, for swimming at the Knowles YMCA indoor pool on Stadium Boulevard, from 6-8 p.m. P.A.T.Ch. is a faith fellowship group for parents and their children (ages birth through 5th grade...older siblings welcome too!). If you have questions call Erica Hurt 893-7193, or Holly Oberkrom 893-6307.

Wanted - Preschool and Kindergarten Sunday School teachers

Wanted: Individuals committed to the ministry of teaching Sunday School for Preschool and Kindergarten classes. After many years of service Kindergarten teachers Jeanie Holt and Lila Pritchett are retiring along with Kim Robbins who has taught our preschoolers. We are in desperate need of 3 or 4 new teachers to start on May 4. Team teaching is great if you would like to be able to share duties with another person. Please contact Rick Mooney, Sunday School Superintendent at 634-2247.

Assisted hearing device

Anyone wishing to try our new assisted hearing device please contact an usher before the service. Then return the device to an usher after the service.

Trinity blood drive

My name is Mallory Bond. I am a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and attended Trinity Lutheran School K-8. I am co-sponsoring the April 20 Community Blood drive with Trinity Lutheran Church and ask that you consider coming out to donate blood.

The Fall of 2002, I was in the 7th grade and so looking forward to being in Mr. G’s class, but I just never felt good. I was tired all the time, I was experiencing heart palpitations and leg cramps on a regular basis. I become pale in color. My grades began to decline and I just had absolutely no energy. As my symptoms continued to worsen, I was taken to the emergency room and diagnosed with anemia. I received 1 unit of blood. Looking for the source, I underwent extensive blood tests. During this time, my symptoms returned and I was again taken to the emergency room, where my hemoglobin was 5 (normal range 12-16). I was immediately transferred to the University of Missouri Hospital where I received 5 more units of blood. I had lost close to 43% of my blood supply. I was finally diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia in February 2003 and have stabilized my condition with medication.

People may not think that donating blood, even once, will make a difference, but it will. If there had been 6 less people that had thought that, I may not have received the immediate transfusions that I needed. Because of my critical need, my family and friends were not able to donate their own blood. It is the gracious donations of those that don’t know us who give us the “gift of life.” I now have become a blood donor and am proud to be co-sponsoring the Community Blood Center drive with Trinity Lutheran Church.

I hope to see each of you come out on April 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the youth room, at Trinity and support those who need us.

Heisinger Bluffs Third Annual Easter Bazaar

Heisinger Bluffs Third Annual Easter Bazaar is Saturday, March 15, from 8:30 a.m. till noon, in the new assisted living area. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt at 10 a.m. for children ages 3-7 in the courtyard. The bazaar will have Easter baskets of all sizes, homemade baked good, spring items, and seasonal items. Come and enjoy.

Calvary capital campaign

Calvary’s permanent site will be acquired in May, 2008. Calvary needs your support now! I am making a plea for everyone to step up and get involved in this process to make Calvary’s permanent home a reality. There will be a Capital Campaign meeting on Tuesday, March 11, from 7:00-8:30. A short-term commitment from approximately 35 people is needed to jump-start the next phase of our Capital Campaign. Please prayerfully consider how you can be a part of Calvary’s ministry. Contact John Engelbrecht at 681-5491.

Senior Spring getaway

Enjoy a Spring Getaway on the Lake of the Ozarks! Heit’s Point offers a Spring Senior Getaway, March 26-28, (Wednesday-Friday) 3 days/2 nights/5 meals for $90-$112, depending on number of occupants in each room! (These rooms are nice!) Pastor James Troyke, formerly of Honey Creek, will lead the Bible study. This getaway will also offer bonfires, hayrides, singing and fellowship, as some of the highlights. More information is on the bulletin board in our narthex. A $20 deposit is due with your reservation by March 17. Call now 1-877-668-2362 toll free!

Saturday men's Bible study

Men, now is a good time to start attending the Saturday Men’s Bible Study. We are starting a new, six-lesson series written by Indianapolis Colts Coach Tony Dungy. The Bible study meets at 8 a.m., on the first and third Saturdays of each month in the multi-purpose room, in the education building.

Faith Lutheran prayer chain

God encourages us to approach him in prayer. For some time now, Faith Lutheran Church has had a telephone prayer chain – that will continue as before. Now Faith members also can receive notification of special prayer requests by e-mail. When a prayer request is called in to the church office, it will be sent both to the telephone prayer chain and to an e-mail prayer list. To place your e-mail on the prayer notification list. Simply send your e-mail address to Barb Miller at office@faithinjeffcity.org or by calling 636-4602.

Recycling aluminum cans

The Senior Youth are collecting cans to raise money for Workcamp. Just put them in bags and leave them in the designated area at the lower parking lot in front of the storage shed. Thanks!

Easter breakfast

Easter is two weeks away and the Senior High Youth would like to invite everyone to breakfast on Easter morning. The youth and their parents will be serving from 7:00-8:00 a.m. The menu will be a variety of breakfast casseroles, coffee cakes, breads, and drinks. We hope you can join us as part of the celebration of our risen Savior. A free will offering will be collected for this summer’s Workcamp trip.

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry Meeting will meet in the Nurse’s Office this Tuesday, March 11, at 6:45 p.m.

Faith retirees

Faith Retirees will meet Thursday, March 20th, at 1 p.m., in the fellowship hall following the 12:15 p.m. Maundy Thursday service. Join us after the service for more fellowship and some games.

Work day

Work Day at Faith Lutheran Church will be held on Saturday, March 15th, in preparation for the celebration of Easter Sunday. Call Gary Oberkrom for details 893-6307.

Ladies Guild

Ladies Guild will meet this Thursday, March 13, in the fellowship hall. We will begin with refreshments at 6:30 and then have a Bible study and business meeting. Our program will be making a Christian Bracelet.

Parents of Trinity Students!

It is our turn to provide the Lenten meal this Wednesday evening, March 12th. We are serving sloppy Joe’s, chips, salads and fruit, desserts, and drinks. Here is what we would like students to bring. Kindergarten: desserts; 1st grade: drink set up/chips or buns; 2nd grade: salads/fruit; 3rd grade: salad/fruit; 4th grade: chips or buns; 5th grade: desserts; 6th grade: desserts. We want this to be a great dinner, so please plan on pitching in! We will need LOTS of help setting up, cooking, serving, and cleaning up, so please plan on helping if you are able to. We will start work in the kitchen around 3:30. Call Erica Hurt at 893-7193 or 680-9838 if you have questions.

Easter lilies and palms

We have ordered 20 Easter lilies at $14.00 each and five bunches of palm branches at $7.50 per bunch. If you would be willing to donate the funds for a lily or a bunch of palms, please contact Nancy Doering, 635-0958. Thank you.

Tears Tell the Story

This Wednesday in our Lenten series, Pastor Rick Swanson will bring us a message about “Impossible Tears: Jesus Promises Grief Will Turn to Joy.” This week, meditation makes us slow way down and contemplate the depth of the disciples’ fears, wonder, and grief as Jesus tells them of his quickly approaching death. Compared to a mother’s labor pains, each of the disciples “labor” through their grief only slowly, one by one, coming to realize the great joy of our Lord’s resurrection from the dead. Please plan to be with us in preparation for Easter!

Hope Lutheran Chapel BBQ

A special BBQ fund raiser sponsored by Hope Lutheran Chapel, to help with the 50th anniversary celebration costs of Hope Chapel Drive-In, will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. next Saturday, March 8th, at Schulte’s Fresh Foods, 1027 Southwest Boulevard, in Jefferson City.

Immanuel Lutheran School Spring musical

Immanuel Lutheran School—Honey Creek will be doing their annual spring musical on March 7th, at 7 p.m., in the school gym. This year’s musical will be “Are We There Yet?”, the story of Moses and the Exodus.

The Missouri District Singles Retreat

The Missouri District Singles Retreat will be held April 4-6, in Columbia, MO. On Saturday, Rev. Alan Erdman will present “Jesus: Carpenter, Teacher, Man...Smoothing the Edges.” The program also includes a pizza party on Friday evening, an optional dinner show at Lighthouse Theatre on Saturday evening, and attending a worship service on Sunday morning. For more information please take a registration form from the narthex bulletin board.

Tears Tell the Story

This Wednesday in our Lenten series, Pastor David Mueller will bring us a message about “A Bowl of Tears: Jesus Reveals His Betrayer.” This week, it’s the tears, the great sorrow, and the distress of the disciples as they hear Jesus say, “One of you will betray me.” Which is worse? The grief over being told Jesus is going to die, or the fact that his death would be set in motion by one of them betraying their Lord? Please plan to be with us in preparation for Easter!

Trinity Lutheran School Fun Fair

Trinity Lutheran School invites you to Fun Fair, on Friday, March 7th. This annual fund raiser features games for children, food (including a traditional German meal), gift baskets in the silent auction, and fabulous items to bid on in the live auction. Games and silent auction begin at 4 p.m., food begins at 4:30, and the live auction starts at 7 p.m. If you wish to donate items or baskets or would like to vollunteer, call Kathy Steinmeyer (644-5761), or Julie Allen (635-5993).

Calvary Lutheran High School dinner/dance fund raiser

Anyone wishing to buy tickets to the Calvary Lutheran High School dinner/dance fund raiser on April 5, at the St. Martin’s Knights of Columbus Hall can call Dwight Hartung at 659-8378 or cell phone 291-7128 or call the church office at 636-4602. Tickets for the event are $50 and include the dinner/dance with drinks, and the auction.

A/V Training

We have updated our electronics extensively. It has tremendous capacity. Anyone interested in getting up to speed on the new equipment please contact Jack Martin at 635-4807, email jamartin412@embarqmail.com, or contact the church office. He will get in touch with you and coordinate training. Thanks.

Lutheran Worship Hymnals

Lutheran Worship Hymnals are available free for the taking. Check it out in the narthex (lobby).

Faith Retirees

Faith Retirees are meeting this Thursday, February 21, at 1 p.m., in the fellowship hall. Come join in the fellowship and games. Everyone is welcome!

The Ladies Guild

The Ladies Guild will be making Christian Bracelets at its March 13 meeting. There will be a choice of three bracelets which must be ordered prior to the meeting. If anyone would like to join the Ladies Guild that evening to make a bracelet, please contact Rhonda Stalcup at 636-9243 before February 29. The cost of the bracelets range from $10.00 to $30.00.

ChristCare Group Survey

Please take the time to fill out the ChristCare Group Survey which is included in the bulletin today. Your answers on the survey will help the ChristCare Leaders to start the groups that will best serve the preferences of our congregation. Please return the surveys to the gold box in the narthex today. If you need to think about your answers, the surveys may be returned to the church office by February 27th.

Housing needed

On March 3rd, the Valparaiso University Chamber Concert Band will be performing here. As of today we still need three more host families to house the students for Monday night. If you would please be able to help by taking two, four, or more students into your home for one night it would be greatly appreciated. You can sign up on the sheet in the narthex or call Elaine Erhart at 584-3379. Thanks for the hospitality!

Wednesday’s Lenten Meal

Wednesday’s Lenten Meal will be served by the Guild. Serving will begin at 5:30 and the menu will be Guild Goulash, salads, desserts, and drinks. A goodwill offering will be received. Come join the fellowship!

ChristCare Group Leader Training Update

It has really been a joy to be a part of the group that is training to be ChristCare Group Leaders. We started in October and are meeting every Wednesday night except during Advent and Lent. We will complete the initial training by the middle of April.

We have all had to work very hard to keep up with the reading and other “homework assignments”. Everyone is participating fully in the classroom discussions and we are all learning and growing together. After the initial training is complete we will have monthly meetings for continuing education and feedback.

There are 11 people in the group. I have led the sessions, but I must admit that I have learned more from the people in the group than from the book. Gary Sonnenberg has led the weekly Bible Studies and Pastor Alter has joined the group after confirmation class is done. Others in the group are Elizabeth Beach, Bernice Decker, Roger Engelby, Shelley Glover, Dean Hopkins, David Lieb, Margaret Meisel, and Walt Timm.

Please think about becoming a member of a ChristCare Group when we start the groups in the last half of April. We will be sending out a survey to everyone in the congregation to ask about your interest and hope we get many responses. You will be hearing a lot more about ChristCare in the months ahead. Of course you are welcome to ask anyone in the group for more information.

Jan Sonnenberg

Need a respite volunteer?

Call 632-7734 and talk to Karen. The purpose of respite ministry is to enable caregivers in our congregation to have a break (rest or recreation) from their caregiving role. This respite allows for a renewal of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual strength.

Lifeline with the YMCA

Lifeline continues as a great way to improve flexibility, strength and balance as well as increasing cardiovascular health. Come and check it out in the multi-purpose room of the new educational building on Monday and Wednesday mornings, 9:00-10:00 a.m. Cost is $8/month for church members.

Home visits to our parishioners

Home visits are being made by the parish nurses when persons are discharged from the hospital or extended care facility. A meal is taken. It is also our joy to greet and welcome newborn parish members to our Faith family. A meal is also provided for the family.

New Capital City Chapter Thrivent board member

Jane Barlow is the new board member on the Capital City Chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. If you have any requests for matching funds for any of your fund raisers or any other questions or requests, please address them to her. You may contact Jane at 893-6562 or jbarlow82@mchsi.com. Thanks to outgoing board member Joanne Scheperle for her years of service to the Board of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

Church office help

The church office is looking for persons who would like to help collate the bulletin on Friday afternoons. It only takes about an hour or less and averages out to about one Friday a month. If interested please call Barb Miller at the church office, 636-4602.

Open Arms Baby Bottles

Baby bottles are here again! Please pick one up in the narthex at the display table with the quilts, baby items, etc. Today we ask that you take one and return it no later than February 17th. We are asking every family to please take a bottle and fille it with spare change, dollar bills or checks (made payable to Open Arms Crisis Pregnancy Center). If you feel compelled to do more than one, please bring one back before filling another. Open Arms is a non-profit organization that assists women in crisis pregnancy situations with counseling, baby clothes, diapers, etc. For more information call Brenda Ziegler at 634-8010.

Christian book discussion group

In february the group will be discussing Pontius Pilate by Paul Maier. The book selection for March is The Mending String by Cliff Coon. If you would be interested in joining the discussion of either of these novels, contact Nancy Doering, 635-0958, immediately.

January work day

On January 26 there is going to be a work day at Faith Church. All are welcome so feel free to volunteer to help on this day to help maintain our facility. For information call Gary Oberkrom at 893-6307 in the evenings. The property board plans to have a work day every month so watch the bulletins for future work days to come and volunteer.

Trinity blood drive

Please help Community Blood Center. Donate blood at the upcoming blood drive held at Trinity Lutheran Church in the Youth Room on Sunday, February 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To make an appointment online go to www.savealifenow.org and use sponsor code trinitylutheranI. You may also contact Charlene Earley at 395-4078 or 338-4079 or casearley_1999@yahoo.com.

A cry for help!

Residents at Heisinger Bluffs Nursing Home desperately need volunteers for the memory loss unit Special Care. They need volunteers to play cards, read a book, or maybe just sit and talk. Our older generation eeds our attention, they need love and most important to be needed. Please contact Dixie Riegel at 535-7554 or 636-6288, ext. 2307.

Grace Lutheran Church soup dinner

Grace Lutheran Church is sponsoring a ham and bean and vegetable soup dinner on Saturday, January 26th, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Come and enjoy the food and fellowship.

Trinity Chili Day

Trinity Lutheran Evening Guild is having a Chili Day on Sunday, February 10th, 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran School. The menu is homemade chili, vegetable soup, sandwiches, dessert and drinks. Come and enjoy!

True love goes beyond romance

Bella is a life affirming movie. We invite you to see this at the Holts Summit Plaza Theater from January 25 through February 13. Tickets are just $6, and $4.50 before 6:00 p.m. Check the local paper for show times or visit www.summitplazatheater.com.

English teacher

Calvary is exploring the possibility of hiring an English teacher for the 2008-09 school year. If you are interested or know of someone who might be, please contact John Engelbrecht at 681-5491.

Spring Fling

Tickets are available for the 2008 Spring Fling. The cost is $50 per person and includes an auction, dinner and dance. This event will take place on Saturday, April 5, at the St. Martins Knights of Columbus Hall. Auction items can be donated by contacting Peggy Heidbreder at 751-4039 or 782-3934, Stephanie Horn at 496-9934, or the school office.

Groups of Eight

It;s time to reorganize the Groups of Eight. All those currently participating will be reorganized. If anyone would like to join Groups of Eight at this time or if you have questions please contact Kay Niemeier at 893-4150 before February 1. The groups will get together during February, March, April and May.

Ladies Guild

The Ladies Guild will be making Christian bracelets at its March 13 meeting. If anyone would like to join the Ladies Guild that evening and make a Psalm 23 bracelet, a Love Story bracelet or a Covenant bracelet, please contact Rhonda Stalcup at 636-9243 before February 29. The cost of the bracelets range from $10.00 to $30.00.

January mission project

Ladies - how about a January mission project. Come join us Sunday, January 27th, 1:00-4:00 p.m., in the fellowship hall to make more quilts for Salvation Army, third world countries and the Rape and Abuse Center.

Calvary trivia night

Calvary's annual Trivia Night will be held Saturday, January 26, 2008, at Capitol Plaza Hotel. Entry forms are due no later than January 18. The cost is $15 per person or $100 for a table of eight. Join us for a rousing evening of trivia while supporting your Lutheran high school.

Calvary High School applications

Applications are now being accepted for the 2008-09 school year. Currently, five eighth grade families have made a commitment for the coming school year. We thank God that He continues to graciously provide families who are seeking to educate their children in a Lutheran high school.

Care Packages!

It is time again for Faith Guild to collect goodies for Faith Church’s college students and members in the military! If you want to donate any goodies, please place the
items in the “Care Packages” box in the narthex. This is a great way to let them know that their Faith family cares for them.

Some suggested items are:

• Home made cookies or breads (packed in zip-lock type plastic containers, optional)
• Other cookies
• Crackers
• Granola bars
• Ramen noodles
• Hot cocoa mixes
• Instant oatmeal
• Gum
• Candy
• Mints
• Pens
• Post-it Notes

Parents, please give the church office your child’s correct address (636-4602). Questions, call Rhonda Stalcup (636-9243), or Debbie Goldammer (636-7051).

2008 2008 Officers and Chairpersons

PRESIDENT: Jeff Davis
VICE PRESIDENT: Brian Meisel
SECRETARY: Nancy Doering
TREASURER: Scott Leary

BOARD OF ELDERS: Jim Weber, David Lieb, Stan Cowan, Bill Hardwick, Gary Waint, Doug Ommen, David Oelrichs, John Ziegler, Bob George, Paul Rathmann

BOARD OF EDUCATION: Vacant
BOARD OF PROPERTIES: Gary Oberkrom,
Jason Thompson
BOARD OF MISSIONS & EVANGELISM: Todd Hurt
BOARD OF HUMAN CARE MINISTRY: Jim Lehmer
BOARD OF YOUTH MINISTRY: Brian Crosswhite
BOARD OF FELLOWSHIP: Mary Fandrey
BOARD OF STEWARDSHIP & FINANCE: Gary Sonnenberg
MEMBERS AT LARGE: Joanne Scheperle, Don Kluttz,
Andrew Sporleder

Learning In Retirement (LIR)

Learning In Retirement (LIR) developed across the nation in the 1990's as an offshoot of Elderhostel. The Jefferson City branch of LIR is affiliated with Lincoln University and provides college level short courses for seniors for the sheer joy of learning. Classes are usually scheduled for two hours per week for four weeks. Courses are non-credit and are taught by volunteer academic leaders and LIR membership is open to retired individuals who have an interest in the pursuit of learning, travel, and fun. If you’re a retired senior please come to the LIR winter membership meeting on Friday, January 18, 2008. The meeting will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, in the fellowship hall, at 2:00 p.m.

A New LifeLight Class has begun.

It meets on Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. Pastor Lange is leading a class on the Gospel of Matthew. The first few lessons will be covering the genealogy and birth of Jesus plus the visit of the Wise Men, the Flight to Egypt, and the ministry of John the Baptist. Everyone who can is invited to come! We meet in the parlor.

Join the YMCA for your health!

YMCA LifeLight Senior Exercise Class is on Monday and Wednesday, from 9:00 to 9:45a.m., in the multi-purpose room. The cost is $9.00 per month for church members and $17.00 per month for non-members.

New book available

We have a supply of Pastor Kurowski’s new book, The Everlasting Angel and the Mountains of Fire. This book, written in collaboration with Elizabeth Scheperle, counters the recent series of aggressive attacks against Christians such as Philip Pullman’s The Golden Compass. It’s written with fictional and Biblical characters with the youth crowd in mind. It sells for $15.00. A portion of the price will be used to buy Bibles for China. It’s available in the narthex. Payment can be made with PayPal, check, or cash.

P.A.T.Ch New Year’s Eve Gathering!

Join us at 5:30 New Year’s Eve for dinner and family fun. We will be serving Sub sandwiches, drinks, and chips. Plan on bringing a dish or goodie to share! Look for more information on this event in upcoming bulletins. P.A.T.Ch. (Parents and their children) is a Faith fellowship group for families. Questions call Erica Hurt at 893-7193.

Angel Tree volunteers

At least five or six teams of volunteers are needed to deliver Angel Tree gifts and share the gospel between December 17th & 23rd. We will have about 80 gifts to deliver this year to 20 families. Please contact Molly Rowland in person or by phone 635-3440 or e-mail Rowlands57@mchsi.com if you are able to help with delivery.

2008 Calendar

Would you like a 2008 calendar with scripture and beautiful pictures of God’s creation? See Carolyn Coleman in the narthex. She is selling calendars for $6 to help send youth to workcamp this summer.

Angel Tree

Response to Angel Tree this year has been wonderful. Thanks to all of you who have taken tags and returned your tracking cards. PLEASE return tracking cards. They let us know tags have been taken, not lost, and also give information in case we need to contact you in regard to a gift or change of any kind. We are asking you to include a storybook, coloring book, or some age appropriate reading material for the child for which you are buying a gift to tell them of Jesus’ love. Gifts are due back in the church office by December 16.

Benefit Breakfast

A Benefit Breakfast will be held Sunday, December 9, for Trinity’s Seminarian, David Hoehler. The breakfast will be held in the school cafeteria from 7:00 a.m. till noon. The menu will be scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, coffee, milk, or orange juice. A minimum donation of $6.00 per adult and $3.00 per child will be invited. This is being planned by Trinity’s Human Care Board, Trinity Elders, and their Thrivent chapter. Thrivent will match our donations for this event.

Save your postage stamps for China

As our team prepares to go to Macau and Jiangmen, we are told that the Chinese really appreciate postage stamps. They collect and trade them. You can help by cutting out stamps, especially commemorative ones at Christmas time, and even plain ones, and placing them in a box for that purpose in the narthex from now through the end of January. Please cut them out with an 1/8-1/4 inch border around them. If two or three stamps are on an envelope together, cut them out as a block. Thanks for helping make this inexpensive, but really appreciated gift possible.

China, here we come!

“Two of my brothers and I will be going along with a group of 8 others, mostly from Webster Gardens Lutheran Church, on a mission trip to Macau and Jiangmen from the 2nd–13th of March 2008. The purpose of the trip will be to help those who are learning English as a foreign language. In the process, we pray that the Lord will open doors for us to bring Jesus to them. Please pray for us and our families as we prepare to go. Also, please pray for those whom we will meet that the opportunities will be plentiful to share the Good News of Jesus.” —Pastor Lange

All day confirmation class

On Saturday, December 8, Pastors Alter and Lange are offering another all day Confirmation Class for those who would like to know what Lutherans teach, believe, and confess. We will meet in the fellowship hall at 8:30 a.m., provide lunch, and wrap up at around 3:30 p.m. Please invite and come along with a friend or family member who would like to learn about or be reinforced in God’s plan of salvation.

A New LifeLight Class

A New LifeLight Class begins this coming Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m. Pastor Lange will be leading a class on the Gospel of Matthew. The first few lessons will be covering the genealogy and birth of Jesus plus the visit of the Wise Men, the Flight to Egypt, and the ministry of John the Baptist – a great way to prepare during Advent. Everyone who can is invited to come! We will meet in the large new room next to the main entrance. There’s a sign-up sheet in the narthex.

Great Idea!

When you are making out your Christmas card list this year, please include the following:

A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20307-5001

Sock-it-to-Me Drive

The homeless and needy at the Salvation Army residence home need your help! The Faith Retirees are sponsoring a socks and underwear collection for those in need. Please help by donating NEW t-shirts, socks and underwear for children, women and men. Places the donations in the decorated box in the new narthex.

The Cantorum’s 40th Annual Christmas Concert

The Cantorum’s 40th Annual Christmas Concert is Saturday, December 8, at 7 p.m., at the Miller Performing Arts Center.“Songs of the Seasons” celebrates Cantorum’s 40th anniversary and the songs are favorites chosen by Cantorum members from their past concerts.

Poinsettias

To decorate our sanctuary and new narthex for Christmas this year, we would like to have lots of poinsettias. We are ordering directly from Trinklein Brothers Greenhouses. If you would like to provide one or more poinsettias, please contact Nancy Doering today or Monday at 635-0958. The cost is $8.00 per poinsettia. Thank you.

Blankets

Needed! New or used clean blankets for the New Life Evangelistic Center are being requested as the cold weather season approaches. You may leave your blankets in a box marked for that purpose beginning next Sunday. Thank you!

Thanksgiving dinner help

Junior & Senior Youth/Parents: We will need everyone’s help for the Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 18. Please come to the kitchen that morning to lend a hand. We also need as much help as possible for set-up on Saturday, November 17, at 12:30 p.m. Thanks!

Christmas tree needed

In all the moving around last year, the Christmas tree we use for the Angel Tree Ornaments was damaged. If you have a five or six foot artificial tree with stand that you don’t need any more, please contact Jan Sonnenberg at 893-2878.

Christian book discussion group

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the next regular meeting of the group will be December 4, not this coming Tuesday. The book to be discussed is An Angel’s Story by Max Lucado.

Help us pack a pickup with food for local food pantries!

Bring lots of non-perishable food with you when you come on November 17th. Bring the food to a pickup that will be parked close to the entrance to the gym. If you don’t want to carry it all, ask any youth group member to help carry the food for you. We will have another pickup available just in case it won’t all fit in one pickup.

Your gifts of food will be greatly appreciated. The Central Missouri Food Bank has run out of food, which is creating problems for both the Samaritan Center and the Salvation Army. Your gifts will be a blessing to many people. The Human Care Ministry Board thanks you for your help.

Grace Lutheran Church cookie sale

Grace Lutheran Church is having their annual cookie and candy sale at the church on Saturday, December 1st, from 7:00 a.m. to noon. Hot drinks will also be served.

St. John's (Schubert) Lutheran Church supper

St. John's (Schubert) Lutheran Church cordially invites you to an evening of homemade chili, ham sandwiches, hot dogs, chili dogs, pie and cake at our annual chili supper on Sunday, November 11 from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be a country store with handmade crafts and baked goods for sale.

Needed - cookie bakers!

The Heisinger cookie sale is scheduled for November 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is one of their main fund raisers and all of the proceeds directly benefit the residents. Cookies, candy or snack type items may be delivered to Heisinger Bluffs on Friday morning, November 16, from 7:30 a.m. to noon. If it is not convenient to bring the items to Heisinger Bluffs, please call Alice Scheperle at 634-3500.

Thanksgiving Dinner

Please make plans to attend the annual Faith Lutheran Church Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 18, hosted by the Junior and Senior Youth and their parents. The dinner will begin after the late service and will feature traditional favorites including ham, turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans and pie. Please join us for this opportunity to enjoy food and fellowship and to give thanks and praise to our Heavenly Father for the many blessings he has so richly given us!

Angel Tree Ministries

One person is needed to help make phone calls to families for our Angel Tree Ministry. Please call Molly Rowland, 635-3440, if you would be able to help.

Advent service meals

The Fellowship Board is coordinating the meals before the Advent services again this year. These services are December 5th, 12th and 19th. If your Board/Committee/Group would like to prepare a meal, please contact Kay Niemeier at 893-4150, or Sally Armistead at 635-9249.

Soup's on!

The Faith Retirees are serving soup and dessert at noon, Thursday, November 15! We are celebrating our second anniversary with lunch, followed by cards, dominos and games. Come join us for lunch and fellowship.

The pictorial directories have arrived!

The Board of Fellowship will distribute the new directories before each service in the narthex. Please be sure to get yours.

Blood pressure and glucose screenings

Screenings will be done in the parlor located to the left of the new church entrance on the first and third Sundays of the month between worship services and also between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m. prior to Faith Rocks.

Junior/Senior Youth and Parents

Your help is needed to prepare for our celebration on Sunday, October 28. We have been asked to help with the set-up on Saturday afternoon, October 27, at 3:30 p.m. Mark your calendars and come to serve if possible.

LWML Fall Rally

You are cordially invited to attend the Fall Rally of the Jefferson City Zone LWML on Saturday, October 20, at St. Paul’s, California. Registration will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. with the rally beginning at 10:00 a.m. The theme for the rally is “Oh Sing to the Lord a New Song.” Guest speaker will be Sam Powell and he will speak on the new LSB Hymnal.

Leaf Raking

Soon the leaves will change to beautiful colors. Then they will fall to ground. Please let the church office know if you would like some help with leaf raking this year. The youth would like to offer their services in appreciation of you!

P.A.T.Ch. Fall Fiesta!

October 21, from 3-6 p.m. Families...save the date. Watch for more details.

Marriage Encounter

Register Now for Marriage Encounter November 3 & 4, in Jefferson City, and give your relationship the time and attention it deserves. Contact: Roger and Brenda Kempker at 642-3647 or jeffcityme@mchsi.com or visit www.jeffcityme.org for more information and to print out a registration form. Space is limited. Register today before the weekend fills up.

Sausage & Pancake Breakfast

There will be a Sausage & Pancake Breakfast at Grace Lutheran Church on Saturday, October 27, 7 a.m. till noon. All you can eat. Proceeds will benefit the Building Expansion Fund.

Trinity Men’s Club Barbeque

Trinity Men’s Club Barbeque will be on Saturday, October 20, from 11a.m. to 5 p.m. in Schultes parking lot. Pork steak, chicken, and brat dinners will be served. The cost is $7 per dinner.

The Church in China

On Tuesday, October 7, 7:00 p.m., everyone is invited to St. Paul’s Lutheran in Fulton for a presentation on the current work of the church in China. Mary Eddy (sister of one of their members) has been working in China for the past three years will give the presentation.

Motorcycles for India Seminarians

The Faith Guild is purchasing a motorcycle for one India Seminarian. The seminarians are required to travel distances to complete their work. The cost of a motorcycle is $1,100 and Faith Guild is inviting other Faith members to contribute to this cause in hopes of purchasing more motorcycles. Please use the envelopes from the display in the narthex and place your contribution in the offering plate or turn it in to the church office before the November 4 deadline.

SYBS (Senior Youth Bible Study)

Our first SYBS will happen next Sunday, October 14, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Bring a package of balloons, lots of hot air and a friend. Come to study God’s Word, share time and food together and more.

Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry will meet Tuesday, October 9, at 6:45 p.m., at the home of Martha Steinmeyer.

Faith Guild

Faith Guild will meet Thursday, October 11, at 6:30 p.m., in the fellowship hall. Following refreshments, we will repair the church banners. All women are invited to attend.

Advent by Candlelight

November 29th is our first Advent by Candlelight. This is an event for women to prepare them for the true meaning of the season. There will be a devotion, musical performances and caroling. Table hostesses are needed to setup and decorate a table and provide a dessert. Tables are limited. Viewing of tables will be at 6:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. For more information, call Elaine Erhart, 584-3379. Deadline is October 29th.

Inquirers' Adventure

You are invited to attend a one-day adult instruction class here at Faith - that's right: a one-day class! Saturday, October 13 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., we will hold a marathon through Luther's Small Catechism. Would you like to consider joining our congregation, but haven't been able to commit to attending a class that lasts 8 to 13 weekday evenings? Do you know someone who might fit that description? This class may be the answer to that prayer! Maybe you're already a member, and would like to review the church's teaching - this is for you, too! Please call the church office to let us know that you plan to attend - we want to plan for lunch and child care where needed, so we need to know in advance. Now that you've heard, spread the word!

Introducing Karen Johnson, RN

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Johnson, RN, to the role of Parish Nurse. Karen is a member of our congregation and has recently retired from the Fulton State Hospital where she worked with patients having psychiatric disorders. She brings with her experience in physical rehabilitation, the severely handicapped, medical/surgical/cardiac care and drug/alcohol rehabilitation. Karen will be reporting to the Board of Human Care. Please welcome her warmly.

Karen can be reached at 632-7734 and by email at nursekaren@faithinjeffcity.org.

Work days

Two work days are being announced for October 13th and 20th. Please come ready to work at 8:00 a.m.

Family Fall Fest

"Strengthening the Family With the Vine", Saturday, October 13.

This family oriented festival will include activities for the whole family beginning with breakfast at the Spitz Center at 8:00 a.m., a worship service at 10:00 a.m., with Dr. Reed Lessing as the worship leader. After a fish fry at the Spitz at noon, some of the tentative afternoon activities include crafts, puppeteers, petting zoo, carnival, clown, target range, and other activities. At 3:30 p.m., there will be a concert at the amphitheater followed by dinner at the Spitz Center. To conclude the day, there will be a closing devotion at 7:00 p.m. For further information call the toll free number at Heit's Point, (877) 668-2362.

Durable Power of Attorney

A Christian version of Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care is available in the Parish Nurse Office. Please call (632-7734 and leave a message if you would like to have a copy sent to your home.

Developed by Christian Life Resources, Inc. It can be seen on their Web page, or call (800) 729-9535 for further information.

Learn by leading

Perhaps you've heard it said, "If you really want to learn something, teach it to others". That is what ChristCare Group Leaders experience. As they help others find meaning and direction in the Scriptures, ChristCare Group Leaders learn God's will and receive the Spirit's comfort from God's Word at a deeper level. As they help others learn to pray, their own devotional life grows stronger. Contact Jan Sonnenberg at 893-2878 or look for her at the ChristCare information table in the new library between services.

Heit's Point Lutheran Ministries Senior Getaway

Heit's Point Lutheran Ministries Senior Getaway, September 26-28. This event will be filled with activities especially for seniors. Bible studies, bonfires, hayrides, singing, visiting with old friends while making new ones, are some of the many highlights. Registration with deposit is due by September 19. See the church bulletin board for more details. Registration forms are in the church office.

2007 Women's Health Conference

Announcing "Weaving it all Together: Mind, Body and Spirit" - 2007 Women's Health Conference sponsored by Capital Region Medical Center, Saturday, September 22, 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Summit Lake Winery, 1707 South Summit Drive, Holts Summit. Keynote speaker is Kim Carlos, a breast cancer survivor and author. Four physicians will be presenting topics of interest to women regarding hormone replacement therapy, cancer, radiation and exercise. See the brochure posted on the bulletin board in the narthex along with registration slips.

Grace Lutheran rummage and bake sale

Grace Lutheran Church of Holts Summit is having a Rummage & Bake Sale Friday, September 28, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, September 29, 7:00 a.m. to noon. Sandwiches and homemade pastries will be served.

LifeLine Senior Exercise Classes present Active Aging Week

Monday, September 24 through Friday, September 28, enjoy any class offered that week complimentary. See poster and coupons in the church narthex. Hope to see you!

"Church Basement Ladies"

Who is interested in a fun day including a delicious buffet meal, a great stage show, "Church Basement Ladies", and a comfortable mid-American coach ride to Overland Park, KS? The Happy Drifters of Trinity Lutheran Church have invited us to come along with them on Sunday, October 21, for a total cost of $65 per person. Don't delay - by September 16 please send a check to Peg Pohlman (call her at 635-4098 for instructions and directions). The bus will leave from Trinity about 8:00 a.m.

Church Worker Scholarship

Funds are available to college students who plan to pursue a career in full-time church work. Those who are interested may contact Pastor Alter, Pastor Lange, Norm Robinson or Dianne Turner.

An Old-Fashioned Community Picnic

Picnic will be held Saturday, September 22, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Bethany Lutheran Church, 1000 North Grand, Eldon, MO. There will be BBQ, ice cream, soda fountain, music, singing, dancing groups, children's games and a silent auction. Proceeds from the picnic will benefit the Eldon Ministerial Alliance and Eldon food pantry.

Faith Retirees

Faith Retirees has been meeting for nearly two years! Where has the time gone? We have enjoyed 22 months of fun and fellowship. If you are interested in enjoying an afternoon with friendly Faith folks, come Thursday, September 20, at 1:00 p.m., in our fellowship hall. Bring a friend and your favorite game!

Pictorial Directory

If your home address, phone number or email address has changed since your picture was taken, please contact Sally Armistead (635-9249) or Kay Niemeier (893-4150) so that it can be corrected before the directory is printed.

Community Youth-Parent Event

This year's Community Youth-Parent event will take place this Thursday evening, September 13, at the Farm Bureau Building located at 701 South Country Club, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The speaker for this event is Shawn Harper, a former NFL football player who will be talking to parents and teens on the subject, "Don't Let Peer Pressure Be Your Game". This event is free and open to the public. Bring your friends.

Stephen Ministry meeting

Stephen Ministry will meet this Tuesday, September 11, at 6:45 p.m., at Faith in the nurse's office.

Mixed choir rehearsals

Mixed choir rehearsals will begin Monday, September 10, at 7:00 p.m., in the fellowship hall. If you like to sing, join us as we "make a joyful noise unto the Lord". Call Gordon Persinger at 636-5620 for information.

Thanksgiving Celebration of Faith's new building expansion

Mark your calendar and save the date! Sunday, October 28, 2007 will be the Thanksgiving Celebration of Faith's new building expansion.

9:15 a.m. Sunday School - This will also serve as an open house time for you to observe/tour the classrooms in use and to see the new expansion and renovated rooms.

10:30 a.m. Worship Service - There will only be one morning worship service this Sunday. Guest speaker is Rev. Dr. James Kalthoff.

Noon - Meal immediately following the service. Potluck with church providing meat, drinks and utensils.

2:00 p.m. Reformation/Rededication Service - Guest speaker is Rev. Dr. James Kalthoff.

Troop 8 Scout Paper Drive

The scout troop plans to have a newspaper/cardboard only drive on Saturday, September 15. The funds are to be used for scout activities. For information contact Will Stalcup, 636-9243.

Older Wiser Lutherans in Service (OWLS)

The next meeting of the "Older Wiser Lutherans in Service" (OWLS) will be on Tuesday, September 18, on the Laclede Groves Campus of Lutheran Senior Services. Please call Andrew Hinkle at (314) 446-2403 at the LSS office on or before Friday, September 14, to let us know the number in your group that will be attending.

Christian Book Discussion Group

The Christian Book Discussion Group will meet this Tuesday, August 21, at 6:30 p.m., at the home of Cathy Rutledge, 1004 Nelson. The group will be discussing When God Whispers Your Name by Max Lucardo. If you are interested in joining the group, contact Nancy Doering, 635-0958.

Extraordinary Women Conference

Be sure to check out the poster for this exceptional conference. The conference will be Friday evening, October 26 (7:00-9:30), and Saturday, October 27 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at First Baptist Church, Raytown, MO. The early bird special of $49 runs through August 31. After August 31, the regular price of $59 applies. Let’s get a group together!! Call Kay Niemeier, 893-4150 if you’d like to attend.

Lifelight classes resume

Welcome back to LifeLight Bible Study. We will be starting our classes on September 12th, Wednesday evenings at 6:45 p.m. We are continuing our study of Genesis. This class coordinates with the confirmation classes so all you confirmand parents who want to dig into the Bible and get a very thorough understanding, please come join us. The LifeLight Bible Study program gives you daily Bible study with questions to complete for each day. Then we join together and discuss what we have learned. Please let Jo Schnurman know if you plan to attend so we can order enough study booklets for everyone. Please e-mail Jo at jschnurman@peoplepc.com or call her at (cell) 808-5098; (home) 657-4232/Ashland.

Groups of Eight

Please pick up your assignment sheets located on the table in the narthex. The grou