September 30 - October 5, 2004
Friday October 1, 2004
Evensong rehearsal at 8:15 p.m.
[ENS News: Statement on interfaith relations, peace ministries with Israel]
[ENS News: Episcopal Church communication initiatives offer invitation to 'Come and Grow']
[LCMS News: Four hurricanes batter churches, members]
[LCMS News: Kieschnick urges mission on `new frontier`]
[LCMS News: Seminary's Johnson takes call to River Forest]
[LCMS News: Amendment meant for `clarification` draws opposition]
[NCC News: Vince Isner is Named First Full-time Director of FaithfulAmerica.org Online Advocacy Service]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Executing Juveniles]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Election 2004: Ethics of Foreign Policy]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Episcopal House of Bishops]
Saturday October 2, 2004
Bloomington's Breast Cancer Awareness Walk. Meet at City Hall on Morton Street at 8:45 a.m. for registration and short program at 9:15 a.m., followed by a walk of about a mile. The walk is free, but donations are gladly accepted. Donations in excess of costs will go to local outreach and education programs.
A Service of Choral Evensong at 7:00 p.m. A Chamber Chorale of singers from the Indiana University School of Music, under the direction of Dr. John Schwandt and Andrew Kotylo, will offer music from the English Cathedral tradition, including composers Philip Radcliffe, George Dyson and Richard Shephard.
The Service of Evensong is sponsored by the Bloomington chapter of the American Guild of Organists with Pastor McKee and Organist David Sinden participating.
October 3, 2004
Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 22) (Liturgical Color: Green)
Prelude: Psalm-Prelude Op. 32, No. 2 — Herbert Howells
Entrance Hymn: God Is Here (With One Voice 719)
Hymn of the Day: O Spirit of Life (With One Voice 680)
Offertory: Awake My Heart (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: I Am the Bread of Life (With One Voice 702)
Communion Hymn: Eat This Bread (With One Voice 709)
Sending Hymn: Great Is Thy Faithfulness (With One Voice 771)
Postlude: Komm, Gott Schöpfer, heiliger Geist, S. 631 — Johann Sebastian Bach
Homilist: Pastor Lyle McKee "Hold On"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Caroline Sowinski
Lector: Kay Isaacson
Acolyte: Alex Nixon
Server: Linda Zellmer
Ushers: Larry and Sue Berg
Greeters: Gene and Gayle Laughman
Nursery: Mary Sasse
Council Coordinator: Dan Seegert
Children's Choir rehearses at 9:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Rooms 8/9
Grades 1-2 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 15
Grades 3-4 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Rooms 12/13
Grades 5-6 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 14
Junior High in Room 16
Senior High in Room 17
Adult Bible Study in Room 17
Adult Forum in Heritage Hall — Pastor Kyle Halverson will introduce a bibliography on Women's issues in preparation for coming Adult Forums. Brief descriptions of some classics in feminism, feminist theory, and feminist theology. Also, we'll explore different ways that the church can respond. We'll distribute the bibliography in advance.
Inquirer's Class in Room 3 for visitors and members who have an interest in learning more about St. Thomas and the Lutheran Church.
Prelude: Psalm-Prelude Op. 32, No. 2 — Herbert Howells
Entrance Hymn: God Is Here (With One Voice 719)
Hymn of the Day: O Spirit of Life (With One Voice 680)
Offertory: Prelude in D minor: Duretez fantasie — Louis Couperin
Communion Hymn: I Am the Bread of Life (With One Voice 702)
Communion Hymn: Eat This Bread (With One Voice 709)
Sending Hymn: Great Is Thy Faithfulness (With One Voice 771)
Postlude: Komm, Gott Schöpfer, heiliger Geist, S. 631 — Johann Sebastian Bach
Homilist: Pastor Lyle McKee "Hold On"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Lyman Hitchcock
Lector: Emily Garl
Acolyte: Haley Chrzastowski
Server: Dorothy Soudakoff
Ushers: Sam Eichmiller and Tim Moore
Greeters: Bob and Janet Ellis
Nursery: Tiffany Shupe and Ben Eichmiller
Council Coordinator: Missy Eichmiller
Altar Care: Jean Brown and Renee Steele
Flowers: Allan and Helen Mayfield and Dean and Sandy Arnold
Bread and Wine: Ron and Jean Brown
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen. Today's lunch is provided by Sharon Fawbush.
Personnel Committee meets at 9:45 a.m.
Executive Council meets at 12:15 p.m.
Park Ridge Neighborhood Association meets at 3:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
Sign up in the narthex to participate, as a walker or a donor, in the CROP Walk to be held on October 17.
Walk for the Animals. Help support the mission of the Monroe County Human Association in their vision of promoting respect and responsibility for all animals. Between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. at Third Street Park, there will be a one mile walk through Bloomington, games, contests and prizes for your and your dog, a special Kid's Zone, demonstrations, and much, much more.
Area Christian churches will unite to celebrate World Communion Sunday at the Woodlawn Shelter in Bryan Park.
Gather on the meadow north of the shelter at 4:00 p.m. Bring blankets or chairs, a favorite dish for the communal picnic (a roasted pig, hot dogs for children, water, iced tea and lemonade will be provided) and your own plates and utensils.
The Ecumenical Communion Service, with a presider from each church, begins at 4:30 p.m. The participating churches are Trinity Episcopal, First Presbyterian, First United Methodist, Bethel AME, St. Thomas Lutheran, First Christian, First United, Fairview United Methodist, Korean Methodist, and Korean Presbyterian.
The picnic dinner begins at 5:15 p.m. and will be followed at 6:00 p.m. by activities for children and fellowship for all.
Property Committee meets at 6:00 p.m.
Monday October 4, 2004
Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall
Social Justice Spiritual Growth Group meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 16.
Faith Learning Initiative Classes at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis continue:
Monday Evening Courses, Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4:
A Taste of Biblical Hebrew, Dr. Wilma Bailey, 6 - 8 pm
Faith to Faith: Interfaith Understanding, Dr. Carol Johnston and Guests,
6:30-8:30 pm
[ELCA News: Lutheran Scientists And Pastors Gather For 'Sunday Scientists!']
[ENS News: ERD provides ongoing assistance following hurricanes]
[LCMS News: Board of Directors to continue `interim` KFUO management]
[LCMS News: Three LCMS schools receive `blue-ribbon` honor]
[LCMS News: 38 new missionary families begin their work overseas]
[LCMS News: All 10 Synod schools make U.S. News `best` lists]
[LCMS News: Lutherans send aid to Haiti]
[LCMS News: New education boards choose officers, exec staff]
[LCMS News: Lutheran kits `well received` in Iraq]
[LCMS News: Minnesota church defiled by vandals]
[LCMS News: Campus-ministry group wants to link colleges, congregations]
[LCMS News: LYF chooses executive board]
[LCMS News: Hartman becomes president of Oklahoma District]
[LCMS News: Chaplain to get Air Force award]
[LCMS News: ALOA Lutherhostel set for Tucson]
[LCMS News: Conference focus: starting churches with child care]
[LCMS News: Registration opens for LEA convocation]
[LCMS News: Concordia, Austin, publishes book on Wends]
[LCMS News: CPH releases children`s `Small Catechism`]
[LCMS News: Sem adds discussion board to lectionary resource]
[LCMS News: Parish-nurse tract now in Spanish]
[LCMS News: Wheat Ridge issues Christmas seals]
[LCMS News: `Harvesters` can help with parish outreach]
[LCMS News: Buckman takes top post with Society for Missiology]
[NCC News: Faith Groups Press Bush, Kerry On U.S. Poverty, Health Care]
Francis of Assisi, renewer of the Church, 1226;
Theodor Fliedner, renewer of society, 1864 (Liturgical Color: White)
Tuesday October 5, 2004
Lutheran Campus Ministry Board meets at 6:45 p.m. at the Rose House.
Worship Committee meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7.
Faith Learning Initiative Classes at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis continue:
Tuesday Evening Courses, Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5:
Living Joyously, Cantor Robert Zalkin, 6:30 - 8 pm
Spirituality in the Workplace, Dr. Steven Ivy, 7 - 9 pm
Jews and Latinos Exploring a Common Ground — As part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Daniel Simonsohn leads a discussion on the shared history, modern trends and values of Jews and Latinos at the Hillel Center at 7:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: Lutherans Exceed Goal Of Purchasing 90 Tons Of Coffee]
[ENS News: Haiti organizes relief efforts following Jeanne]
Wednesday October 6, 2004
There's a Place At The Table for you. The Wednesday Lunch Group meets for devotions, prayer and study of next Sunday's scriptures at noon in Room 3 for one hour. Bring a brown bag lunch.
St. Thomas Men are invited to attend weekly Bible Study and Fellowship from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
LCM Students Midweek meal and Bible study. We'll meet at the Rose House (314 South Rose Avenue, across 3rd Street from Forest and Wilkie Dorm) around 5:30, share a meal, and then begin Bible study. We should be done by around 7:30. You can come late or leave early, as your schedule permits.
Worship from 7:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Join us for a Weekly Worship on Wednesday Evenings (W3) Invite a friend or neighbor to come to St. Thomas for worship and fellowship, a quiet time during our hectic lives.
Gathering music will begin at 7:15. We'll learn some new music and share the old familiar hymns. Child care will be provided. Join us for this exciting new ministry.
Faith Learning Initiative Classes at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis continue:
Wednesday Evening Courses, Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6:
Dreams, Wholeness, and Healing, Felicity Kelcourse, 7 - 9 pm
[ENS News: Canterbury says Akinola's convocation plan not approved by Williams]
William Tyndale, translator, martyr, 1536 (Liturgical Color: Red)
Thursday October 7, 2004
Retireds' Group Annual Octoberfest at Bob and Jane Warner's. Meet at St. Thomas 10:30 a.m. to carpool out to the lake. Bring a dish to share.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m.
Finance Committee meets at 7:00 p.m.
Faith Learning Initiative Classes at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis continue:
Thursday Evening Courses, Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7
Mystic Poets, Prof. Susan Neville, 7 — 9 pm
[ELCA News: ELCA Bishops Told Financial Results 'Mixed'; Mission Support Stable]
[ELCA News: ELCA Task Force Turns To Recommendations On Sexuality Issues]
[ENS News: Springfield synod's debating goes into overtime]
[ENS News: Diocese of Southern Ohio gathers, supports "faithful remnant" in Chillicothe]
[ENS News: Episcopal, African Cooperation Nets $10 Million AIDS Grant]
[LCMS News: eBay founder gives $500,000 for Sudan]
Henry Melchior Muhlenberg, missionary to America, 1787 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday October 8, 2004
Day of Thanksgiving (Canada) (Liturgical Color: White)
[ELCA News: Lutherans Communicate With U.S. Elected Officials Via E-Mail]
[ELCA News: Lutherans To Be Honored With The Wittenberg Award]
[ELCA News: ELCA Bishops, Vatican Leader, Reflect On Joint Declaration]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Catholic Voters]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Muslim Converts]
Saturday October 9, 2004
October 10, 2004
Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 23) (Liturgical Color: Green)
Prelude: Three Versets on "Veni Creator" — Jehan Titelouze
Entrance Hymn: O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come (Lutheran Book of Worship 360)
Hymn of the Day: Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old (Lutheran Book of Worship 431)
Offertory: Le banquet céleste — Olivier Messiaen
Communion Hymn: Now the Silence (Lutheran Book of Worship 205)
Communion Hymn: I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say (Lutheran Book of Worship 497)
Postlude: Verset on "Veni Creator" — Jehan Titelouze
Homilist: Pastor Kyle Halverson "Naaman the Syrian, Subversive Grace"
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Betty Smith
Lector: Jerry Smith
Acolyte: Hannah Wood
Server: Karl Eagleman
Ushers: Gene and Gayle Laughman
Greeter: Gene and Gayle Laughman
Nursery: Renee Steele
Council Coordinator: Paul Reynolds
Children's Choir rehearses at 9:00 a.m.
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Rooms 8/9
Grades 1-2 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 15
Grades 3-4 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Rooms 12/13
Grades 5-6 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 14
Junior High in Room 16
Senior High in Room 17
Adult Bible Study in Room 17
Adult Forum in Heritage Hall — The Reverend Rebecca Jiminez will speak about Feminist theology and women's issues in the Church.
Inquirer's Class for visitors and members who have an interest in learning more about St. Thomas and the Lutheran Church meets in Room 3.
Prelude: Three Versets on "Veni Creator" — Jehan Titelouze
Entrance Hymn: O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come (Lutheran Book of Worship 360)
Hymn of the Day: Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old (Lutheran Book of Worship 431)
Offertory: The King of Love, My Shepherd Is — Johann Sebastian Bach (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: Now the Silence (Lutheran Book of Worship 205)
Communion Hymn: I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say (Lutheran Book of Worship 497)
Postlude: Verset on "Veni Creator" — Jehan Titelouze
Homilist: Pastor Kyle Halverson "Naaman the Syrian, Subversive Grace"
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Dan Rademacher
Lectors: Charles Sweet and Sarah Julovich
Acolyte: Meg Garl
Server: Sandy Arnold
Ushers: Dave and Rita Pavolka and Mailyn Fidler
Greeter: Nancy Melhorn
Nursery: Chris Ohslund and Haley Garl
Council Coordinator: Missy Eichmiller
Altar Care: Betty Smith and Marilyn Harder
Flowers: Debbie Schmidt
Bread and Wine: Penny and Harold Pennington
We thank the Sunday Church School children participating in the 11:00 service: Sarah Julovich (lector), Mailyn Fidler (bulletins) and Andrew Eichmiller (presenting the elements).
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen. Today's lunch is provided by Phil and Lissa May.
Confirmation Class meets at 4:00 p.m. in Room 7.
Youth Group meets from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Room 17.
Council Meeting at 6:00 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
Journey Together Faithfully Spiritual Growth Group meets at 7:30 p.m. in Room 7.
An Evening of learning and Action to Make a Difference in Darfur at 7:30 p.m. at Beth Shalom. Writer and peace leader Julia Aker Duany, a citizen of Sudan and the founder of South Sudan Friends International, Inc. She offers a background on the crisis and a personal perspective. Opportunities to write letters, donate funds, and discuss future action will follow.
Sign up in the narthex to participate, as a walker or a donor, in the CROP Walk to be held on October 17.
Memory Walk is a 5K walk-a-thon to raise funds for local programs and services offered to individuals and caregivers with Alzheimer's disease. To volunteer in the preparation and conducting of the event, contact Kim Ecenbarger at 349-3739.
October 11 to 13, 2004
2004 Brown Country Adventure at Lutheran Hills
A three day excursion for adult couples and singles, based at Lutheran Hills, that explores the main streets and back streets of Nashville and Brown County, IN. Your guide and host is Judy Rehmel (Vice President of the Indiana-Kentucky Synod) who will guide your trip through Nashville for browsing antique shops, galleries, wine tasting, dining at the Abe Martin Lodge at Brown Co. State Park, and the beautiful fall colors of Brown County. Contact Lutheran Outdoor Ministries for complete schedule and registration packet. $90.
Monday October 11, 2004
Make Your Choices Clear:
Advance Directives and End-of-Life Planning, Monday, Oct. 11.
Pick one of two 90 minute sessions: 1:00
p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The program is led by Chaplain John VanderZee and Jan
Sinn, ACSW at Bloomington Hospital, Wegmiller Auditorium. The
presenters will help you take control of your future health care. They
will talk about the advantages of written advance directives such as
the Living Will and Appointment of Health Care Representatives.
Volunteers will be on hand to actually assist you completing the forms
if you wish. For more information call, 353-9463.
Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall
Seekers Bible Study is continuing a new course on the Gospel of Luke using Kerygma materials and techniques at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7. Child care is available with advance notice.
Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis presents a Preaching Workship: Preparing to Preach in Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany led by Dr. Ron Allen from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Room 122. The cost is $40 and includes lunch. Register by October 4.
[LWF News: Bolivian Church President Humberto Ramos Dies in Car Accident]
Tuesday October 12, 2004
Big Brothers Big Sisters Information Session
An open orientation for those interested in volunteering for the
organization's mentoring programs for local youth ages six to 17 will be held
at Barnes and Noble's Bookstore at 7:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: Gift Propels Lutheran Men In Mission Toward Self-Sufficiency Goal]
[ENS News: Edelman says time to defend children, poor is now]
Wednesday October 13, 2004
There's a Place At The Table for you. The Wednesday Lunch Group meets for devotions, prayer and study of next Sunday's scriptures at noon in Room 3 for one hour. Bring a brown bag lunch.
Staff meeting at 12:30 p.m. in the Pastor's Office.
St. Thomas Men are invited to attend weekly Bible Study and Fellowship from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
LCM Students Midweek meal and Bible study. We'll meet at the Rose House (314 South Rose Avenue, across 3rd Street from Forest and Wilkie Dorm) around 5:30, share a meal, and then begin Bible study. We should be done by around 7:30. You can come late or leave early, as your schedule permits.
Worship from 7:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Join us for a Weekly Worship on Wednesday Evenings (W3) Invite a friend or neighbor to come to St. Thomas for worship and fellowship, a quiet time during our hectic lives.
Gathering music will begin at 7:15. We'll learn some new music and share the old familiar hymns. Child care will be provided. Join us for this exciting new ministry.
[ELCA News: ELCA Bishops Hear Thanks From Florida-Bahamas Synod]
Thursday October 14, 2004
Visual Arts Spiritual Growth Group meets at the Encore Cafe at noon.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m.
Long Range Planning meets at 7:00 p.m.
Bloomington Muslim Dialog Group Panel Discussion at 8:30 p.m. in
the President's Room of University Club, Indiana Memorial Union, 900
E.7th St.
The BMDG will be discussing a very fundamental question
of the humanity with three guest speakers from different backgrounds:
What is human being? How do we define ourselves? Who are we? What
makes us human?
Our panel speakers will be St. John Wendell, Amr Sabry and Hilmi Demir, who will be respectively analyzing the notion of human being from a Christian's, from a Muslim's and from a philosophical perspective.
St. John Wendell was born and raised in Illinois (USA), and received his bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Illinois. He taught German and English in a Chicago high school before teaching children who were educable mentally handicapped. St. John was a member of an ecumenical religious order for 25 years, and for this reason, he spent ten years in Germany and fifteen years in Japan. He and his wife have lived in Bloomington since 1994 where their three grown children and their families also live.
Amr Sabry was born in Egypt in 1964. He spent his school years in France, Algeria, and Egypt, eventually receiving a B.Sc., M.Sc. from Cairo University and a Ph.d. from Rice University. He has held positions at Chalmers University, University of Oregon, Microsoft Research, University of Genova, and Indiana University. Amr is married with four children: Khalid, Amira, Nadia, and Zayd.
Hilmi Demir received his BA and MA in Philosophy from Bogazici University in Turkey. In 2000, he came to Bloomington in order to get his Ph.D. in Philosophy and Cognitive Science. He has been at IU since then as a Chancellor's fellow. He teaches Philosophy and Cognitive Science courses.
We hope to see you and share your questions and insights! The panel will be followed by a reception as always.
[ELCA News: ELCA Fund For Leaders In Mission Awards 31 Scholarships]
[ENS News: Restoring all to unity with God remains Church's mission, new director affirms]
[LCMS News: Task force to offer guidelines on women's service]
[LWF News: LWF General Secretary Urges Israelis, Palestinians to Break Cycle of Violence]
[LWF News: Does Healing in African Spirituality Challenge Lutheran Churches in Africa?]
[LWF News: LWF Seminar Hears 'Majority of African Christians Are Influenced by Traditional Beliefs']
[NCC News: NCC's Edgar Blasts U.S. News & World Report For 'Smear' of Protestant Churches' Activism]
October 15 to 17, 2004
"First Fruits, Nuts and Bolts of Church Planting." A conference on evangelism and church planting at Moravian Theological Seminary, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Early Bird Registration is $125 if received by September 15, 2004. Regular registration is $150. More information available and registrations can be made by contacting David Bennett, Chaplain, Moravian Theological Seminary, 800.843.6541 The Keynote speakers are Dr. George Hunter, founding Dean of the E. Stanley Jones School of World Mission and Evangelism at Asbury Seminary and the Rev. Stephen C. Compton, Executive Director of the Office of Congregational Development for the North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. Workshops led by Moravian Theological Seminary Professors and Pastors active in Evangelism and Church Planting will also be held.
October 15 to 16, 2004
Indiana Kentucky Synod Campus Ministry Board meets at the Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Grove.
Friday October 15, 2004
Midnight Madness! Indiana University basketball practice begins at midnight and the public is invited at a cost of one canned food item to be donated to the Hoosier Hills Food Bank. Lutheran Campus Ministry students will be on hand to accept donations and load them onto the truck.
[ENS News: 'Convention season' underway for dioceses nationwide]
[ENS News: St. Luke's Day is context for Windsor Report release]
[LDR News: Minnesota Flooding: Five Counties Receive Federal Emergency Declarations]
[LWF News: Theologians Launch Study on Bible Authority in Lutheran Churches]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Muslim Voters]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Election 2004: Domestic Issues]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Yoga]
Ramadan begins
Saturday October 16, 2004
Bloomington Muslim Group's Open Discussion on Islam from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in Room 1C of the Monroe County Public Library.
It is always a puzzling question for most of us how are we supposed to live as believers in God? Yes, we all know that we have to do good deeds, but why do we have to believe in God or in the life after death in order to be good persons? Even more, why do we have to follow the rules of certain religions?
Strangely enough, the most important practice of Islam is to declare one's faith with the motto, "I witness that there is no deity other than God, and I also witness that Muhammad is His servant and His messenger".
Do you think it is enough to say this phrase once in one's life to declare her/his faith in Islam? Or, is s/he expected to live throughout her/his life with this motto? How can a declaration of faith be "a practical side of religion"? Isn't it faith, rather than putting one's faith into practice?
Isn't that exciting to bring down one's faith into his/her daily life and convert the entire life into a living faith?
Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis presents a Counseling Workshop: Working with Intimacy in the Here-and-Now: Experiential Training in Group Work with speakers Bernie Lyon and Karis Klassen from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in B-29. The workshop is limited to 24 participants and the cost is $100. The registration deadline is October 8.
[ENS News: Rio Grande diocese elects Jeffrey Steenson bishop coadjutor]
October 17, 2004
Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 24) (Liturgical Color: Green)
Prelude: Livre posthume: Tierce en taille — Louis Marchand
Entrance Hymn: O God of Light (Lutheran Book of Worship 237)
Hymn of the Day: My Life Flows on in Endless Song (With One Voice 781)
Offertory: He, Watching Over Israel — Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: Break Now the Bread of Life (Lutheran Book of Worship 235)
Communion Hymn: Here, O My Lord, I See Thee (Lutheran Book of Worship 211)
Postlude: Livre posthume: Plein jeu — Louis Marchand
Homilist: Pastor Lyle McKee "Striving With God"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Betty Smith
Lector: Sue Berg
Acolyte: Tom Sowinski
Server: Mary Sasse
Ushers: Frank Nierzwicki
Greeter: Kay Isaacson
Nursery: Renee Steele
Council Coordinator: Kathy McDonald
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Rooms 8/9
Grades 1-2 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 15
Grades 3-4 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Rooms 12/13
Grades 5-6 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 14
Junior High in Room 16
Senior High in Room 17
Adult Bible Study in Room 7 — Studying the book of Genesis
Adult Forum in Heritage Hall — Mara-Lea Rosenbarger, local Jungian Analyst, trained at Jung Institute in Zurich will speak about how the feminine divine shows up in tales and fairy tales. We'll explore Grimms #179, The Goose Girl at the Spring.
Inquirer's Class for visitors and members who have an interest in learning more about St. Thomas and the Lutheran Church.
Prelude: Livre posthume: Tierce en taille — Louis Marchand
Entrance Hymn: O God of Light (Lutheran Book of Worship 237)
Hymn of the Day: My Life Flows on in Endless Song (With One Voice 781)
Offertory: I'm Going on a Journey (Children's Choir)
Communion Hymn: Break Now the Bread of Life (Lutheran Book of Worship 235)
Communion Hymn: Here, O My Lord, I See Thee (Lutheran Book of Worship 211)
Postlude: Livre posthume: Plein jeu — Louis Marchand
Homilist: Pastor Lyle McKee "Striving With God"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Kris Stewart
Lector: Dean Arnold
Acolyte: Andrew Eichmiller
Server: Sharon Fawbush
Ushers: Allan and Helen Mayfield
Greeters: Les and Gladys Dorman
Nursery: LeAnn Lipe and Ben Wood
Council Coordinator: Sam Eichmiller
Altar Care: Kay Isaacson and Karen Blaisdell
Flowers: Kent and Barb Unger
Bread and Wine: Charles Sweet
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen. Today's lunch is provided by Mary Krupinski.
Baptismal Workshop 3:00 p.m. sponsored by the Early Childhood Group.
cleansing...renewing...giving...forgiving Thought about your Baptism lately?
The Book/Media Discussion Spiritual Growth Group will meet at Rita Pavolka's home at 1:00 p.m. to discuss Sue Monk Kidd's book Dance of the Dissident Daughter. Lois Selk will lead the discussion. Bring your own sandwich and drinks and dessert will be provided. The discussion will last until about 3:00 or 3:30.
CROP Walk is sponsored by Church World Service, a cooperative ministry of 36 Protestant, Orthodox and Anglican denominations. CWS provides sustainable self-help and development, disaster relief and refugee assistance in more than 80 countries worldwide.
CROP Walk raises awareness and money for hunger issues right here in our own community and around the world. In Bloomington, previous Walks have raised over $15,000 for this worthy cause. Twenty-five percent of the money raised stays in Monroe County and is divided equally between Community Kitchen, Hoosier Hills Food Bank, Monroe County United Ministries and Mother Hubbard's Cupboard.
The remaining money is distributed by CWS in the United States and other parts of the world where, among other things, it will provide food for local food programs, family shelter kits and emergency food parcels for displaced and refugee Afghan families, and food, educational supplies and medicine for women living with HIV/AIDS in Tanzania.
Last year's Monroe County CROP Walk raised $9,454.23 of the Indiana Kentucky Region's total of $435,573.12.
Ignatius, Bishop of Antioch, martyr, c. 115 (Liturgical Color: Red)
Monday October 18, 2004
Social Justice Spiritual Growth Group meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 16.
Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall
The second four week session of the Faith Learning Initiative at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis
Monday Evening Courses:
Sufi Mysticism, Spiritual Heart of Islam, Dr. Mary Ann Fadae, 7 - 9 pm, Oct. 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8
Rabbi and Priest Examine the Gospels, Rabbi Bienstock and Fr. Hawley, 7 - 9 pm, Oct. 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8
[ELCA News: ELCA Bishops Told Of Military Chaplains, Review Documents]
[ELCA News: ELCA Ministry Board Adds Background Checks In Candidacy Revision]
[ENS News: From Bishop Mark Dyer: Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Canada's Archbishop Andrew Hutchison: Statement on the Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From the Archbishop of Canterbury: Statement on the Windsor Report]
[ENS News: In Brief: Recommendations on the Windsor Report]
[ENS News: Windsor Report offers recommendations, calls for reconciliation]
[ENS News: U.S. bishops issue calls to prayerful consideration of Windsor]
[ENS News: From Southern Ohio's Bishop Herbert Thompson Jr: Statement on Windsor Report ]
[ENS News: From Washington's Bishop John Bryson Chane: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Pittsburgh's Bishop Robert Duncan: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From New York's Bishop Mark Sisk: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Lexington's Bishop Stacy F. Sauls: Statment on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Missouri's Bishop George Wayne Smith: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Kansas' Bishop Dean E. Wolfe: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Maine's Bishop Chilton R. Knudsen: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Virginia's Bishop Peter Lee: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[NCC News: Faith Movement Launches 'Get Out the Vote' Campaign]
St. Luke, Evangelist (Liturgical Color: Red)
Tuesday October 19, 2004
Bloomington Early Music Group meets at 5:15 p.m. in Room 3.
Spinners and Weavers meets at 6:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
The second four week session of the Faith Learning Initiative at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis
Tuesday Evening Courses:
When Jews and Christians Meet, Rabbi D. Sasso and Dr. Williamson, 7 - 9 pm, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9
Meditation Practices in Modern Life, Cantor Robert Zalkin, 7:30 - 9 pm, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9
Faith to Faith: Women & World Religions, Dr. Carol Johnston & Guests, 6:30 — 8:30 pm, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 9, 16
[ELCA News: ELCA, LCMS Leaders Discuss Church Dialogues, Key Issues]
[ELCA News: Christopherson To Retire As President Of ELCA's Dana College]
[ENS News: Ministry to Children and Youth in Need theme for Kanuga's second conference]
[ENS News: From New Jersey's Bishop George E. Councell: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From East Tennessee's Bishop Charles G. vonRosenberg: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Central Pennsylvania's Bishop Michael Creighton: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From East Carolina's Bishop Clifton Daniel: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Southwest Florida's Bishop John B. Lipscomb: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Northern Michigan's Bishop Jim Kelsey: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Fort Worth's Bishop Jack Leo Iker: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Ohio's Bishop Mark Hollingsworth: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Utah's Bishop Carolyn Tanner Irish: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Mississippi's Bishop Duncan M. Gray: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Hawaii's Bishop Richard S.O. Chang: A Statement on Lambeth]
[ENS News: From Upper South Carolina's Bishop Dorsey F. Henderson: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Olympia's Bishop Vincent W. Warner: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Easton's Bishop James J. Shand: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Maryland's Bishop Robert W. Ihloff: A Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Wales' Archbishop Barry Morgan: Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: From Nigeria's Primate, Archbishop Peter Akinola: Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: Video on-line: Windsor Report news conference, Presiding Bishop's comments]
[NCC News: NCC/CWS General Assembly Nov. 9-11, St. Louis]
[NCC News: NCC's 'Christian Principles in an Election Year' Inspire New Hym]
Wednesday October 20, 2004
There's a Place At The Table for you. The Wednesday Lunch Group meets for devotions, prayer and study of next Sunday's scriptures at noon in Room 3 for one hour. Bring a brown bag lunch.
Ministry Coordination Team meets at 6:00 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
St. Thomas Men are invited to attend weekly Bible Study and Fellowship from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Room 7.
LCM Students Midweek meal and Bible study. We'll meet at the Rose House (314 South Rose Avenue, across 3rd Street from Forest and Wilkie Dorm) around 5:30, share a meal, and then begin Bible study. We should be done by around 7:30. You can come late or leave early, as your schedule permits.
Worship from 7:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Join us for a Weekly Worship on Wednesday Evenings (W3) Invite a friend or neighbor to come to St. Thomas for worship and fellowship, a quiet time during our hectic lives.
Gathering music will begin at 7:15. We'll learn some new music and share the old familiar hymns. Child care will be provided. Join us for this exciting new ministry.
The second four week session of the Faith Learning Initiative at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis
Wednesday Evening Courses:
Mysteries of Faith & Psychoanalysis, Dr. Brian Grant, 7:30 — 9:30 pm, Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10
PFLAG will sponsor a forum "Decision 2004: What's At Stake in the Upcoming Elections?" Local candidates will be invited to share their views and answer questions. Advocates from Indiana Equality will provide insight into the next Indiana legislative session. The forum will take place at the Unitarian-Universalist Church at 7:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: The Rev. Harold 'Hal' Rast, Former Head Of Fortress Press, Dies]
[LCMS News: Committee discusses LCMS role in Lutheran-Catholic dialogue]
[LWF News: LWF General Secretary Noko Commends Lambeth Commission for Transparent Process]
Thursday October 21, 2004
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m.
Bloomington Early Music Group meets at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ENS News: Statements from the Primates Standing Committee and the Secretary General of the Anglican Communion]
[ENS News: London forum brings views from Nigeria, U.K., U.S.]
Friday October 22, 2004
[ENS News: 'Going Forward Together': Gatherings set to affirm health, unity in Episcopal Church]
[NCC News: Jews and Christians Meet Oct. 20-21 in Dialogue]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Lambeth Commission Report]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Iraq Military Chaplain]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Altar Servers]
Saturday October 23, 2003
Dr. Huston Smith, Thomas J. Watson Professor of Religion and Distinguished Adjunct Professor of Philosophy, Emeritus, Syracuse University, will speak on "The Re-enchantment of the World" at 8:00 p.m. in the Meeting Room of the Unitarian-Universalist Church. Admission is $7 for adults; $5 for students.
James of Jerusalem, martyr (Liturgical Color: Red)
October 24, 2004
Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 25) (Liturgical Color: Green)
Entrance Hymn: Lead On, O King Eternal! (Lutheran Book of Worship 495)
Hymn of the Day: We Know That Christ is Raised (Lutheran Book of Worship 189)
Communion Hymn: O God of Jacob (Lutheran Book of Worship 477)
Communion Hymn: Victim Divine, Your Grace We Claim (Lutheran Book of Worship 202)
Sending Hymn: Guide Me Ever, Great Redeemer (Lutheran Book of Worship 343)
Homilist: Pastor Kyle Halverson "Pharisee and Tax Collector"
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Carolyn Sowinski
Lector: Dave Ellies
Acolyte: Celina Nierzwicki
Server: Larry Berg
Ushers: David Nixon and John McCurry
Greeters: Mark and Charlene Braun
Nursery: Mary Sasse
Council Coordinator: Dean Arnold
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Rooms 8/9
Grades 1-2 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 15
Grades 3-4 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Rooms 12/13
Grades 5-6 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 14
Junior High in Room 16
Senior High in Room 17
Adult Bible Study in Room 17
Entrance Hymn: Lead On, O King Eternal! (Lutheran Book of Worship 495)
Hymn of the Day: We Know That Christ is Raised (Lutheran Book of Worship 189)
Offertory: He, Watching Over Israel — Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: O God of Jacob (Lutheran Book of Worship 477)
Communion Hymn: Victim Divine, Your Grace We Claim (Lutheran Book of Worship 202)
Sending Hymn: Guide Me Ever, Great Redeemer (Lutheran Book of Worship 343)
Homilist: Pastor Kyle Halverson "Pharisee and Tax Collector"
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Ryan Smith
Lector: Sharon Fawbush
Acolyte: Erin Smith
Server: Kaye Hill
Ushers: Phil and Lissa May
Greeters: Eric and Kari Isaacson
Nursery: Rosie Savage and Katie Schmidt
Council Coordinator: Mary Krupinski
Altar Care: Beverly Lingvai and Pauline Caldwell
Flowers: Lindsey and Dawn Smith and Frank and Mary Lou Nierzwicki
Bread and Wine: Dorothy Soudakoff
We welcome through Holy Baptism, Logan Smith Brereton, son of Shannon Smith and Ole Brereton. He is the grandson of Lindsey and Dawn Smith and Cindie Leistikow and Dan Selvaggi.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen. Today's lunch is provided by Ruth Stone.
Confirmation Class meets at 4:00 p.m.
Youth Group meets from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Journey Together Faithfully Spiritual Growth Group meets at 7:30 p.m.
Monday October 25, 2004
November Newsletter Deadline
Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall
Seekers Bible Study is continuing a new course on the Gospel of Luke using Kerygma materials and techniques at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7. Child care is available with advance notice.
What Does Faith Have To Do with Family Violence?, an Interfaith conference co-sponsored by the Indiana Department of Corrections and the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence in conjunction with their annual conference and Christian Theological Seminary from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Marriott East, 21st and Shadeland in Indianapolis. The cost is $60, scholarships available. Register at (317) 917-3685 or (800) 538-3393 by October 18.
The second four week session of the Faith Learning Initiative at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis
Monday Evening Courses:
Sufi Mysticism, Spiritual Heart of Islam, Dr. Mary Ann Fadae, 7 - 9 pm, Oct. 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8
Rabbi and Priest Examine the Gospels, Rabbi Bienstock and Fr. Hawley, 7 - 9 pm, Oct. 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8
[ENS News: African Bishops' Conference set to open in Nigeria]
[ENS News: A Call for Resources: The Women's Liturgy Project — Markers of Our Lives]
[ENS News: Christian-Jewish dialogue works to 'seek peace and pursue it']
Tuesday October 26, 2004
Visual Arts Spiritual Growth Group meets at 8:30 a.m. at Yarns Unlimited.
Bloomington Early Music Group Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall
The Indiana University Muslim Students Union invites participation in its annual "Fast-a-thon" during Ramadan. Joining Muslim campus groups across the country in an effort to address issues of hunger, the IU MSU is looking for non-Muslim students willing to "go hungry for a day so someone else won't have to." Bloomington businesses have agreed to donate to the Community Kitchen based on the number of students who participate in the October 26th fast.
Fasting, going without food and drink from dawn to sunset, is the hallmark of the Muslim month of spiritual rededication. Fast-a-thon participants would attempt to fast the day of October 26th and are invited to break their fast at a MSU-provided-dinner that night, 6:00 p.m. in the Forest Greenleaf Cafeteria. Help us make the event even more successful than last year, when over 200 students participated and over 600 dollars were raised!
The second four week session of the Faith Learning Initiative at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis
Tuesday Evening Courses:
When Jews and Christians Meet, Rabbi D. Sasso and Dr. Williamson, 7 - 9 pm, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9
Meditation Practices in Modern Life, Cantor Robert Zalkin, 7:30 - 9 pm, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9
Faith to Faith: Women & World Religions, Dr. Carol Johnston & Guests, 6:30 — 8:30 pm, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 9, 16
[ENS News: 'Greatest Anglican mind of 20th century' is conference focus]
Philipp Nicolai, 1608; Johann Heermann, 1647; Paul Gerhardt, 1676; hymnwriters (Liturgical Color: White)
Wednesday October 27, 2004
There's a Place At The Table for you. The Wednesday Lunch Group meets for devotions, prayer and study of next Sunday's scriptures at noon in Room 3 for one hour. Bring a brown bag lunch.
St. Thomas Men are invited to attend weekly Bible Study and Fellowship from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
LCM Students Midweek meal and Bible study. We'll meet at the Rose House (314 South Rose Avenue, across 3rd Street from Forest and Wilkie Dorm) around 5:30, share a meal, and then begin Bible study. We should be done by around 7:30. You can come late or leave early, as your schedule permits.
Worship from 7:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Join us for a Weekly Worship on Wednesday Evenings (W3) Invite a friend or neighbor to come to St. Thomas for worship and fellowship, a quiet time during our hectic lives.
Gathering music will begin at 7:15. We'll learn some new music and share the old familiar hymns. Child care will be provided. Join us for this exciting new ministry.
The second four week session of the Faith Learning Initiative at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis
Wednesday Evening Courses:
Mysteries of Faith & Psychoanalysis, Dr. Brian Grant, 7:30 — 9:30 pm, Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10
[ELCA News: Board Forwards Proposal for New Worship Materials to ELCA Council]
[ELCA News: Tiede Announces Retirement As President Of Luther Seminary]
Thursday October 28, 2004
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: ELCA Commission For Women Calls For 'Gender Justice']
[ENS News: From African Primates: Statement on Windsor Report]
[ENS News: Trinity pledges continued support to Africa]
[ENS News: Gary Hall named ninth dean of Seabury-Western Theological Seminary]
[LCMS News: Fall CUS enrollment hits record 17,500]
[LCMS News: LCMS congregations report membership of 2,488,936]
[LCMS News: `Igniting` event links outreach, worship attendance]
[LCMS News: Efforts of medical-van staff lead to worship groups in Kyrgyzstan]
[LCMS News: CPH offers `Luther` at discount price]
[LCMS News: Commissions elect officers]
[LCMS News: Communications gets grant for crisis management]
St. Simon and St. Jude, Apostles (Liturgical Color: Red)
Friday October 29, 2004
The fifth annual Halloween Pipes Spooktacular will be held at 8:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Indiana University organists will present a variety of scary selections in costume. All in attendance are encouraged to wear costumes. There is no admission cost.
Toccata and Fugue in d minor, BWV 565 — Johann Sebastian Bach
(Megan Baumann, David Sinden, Bradley Fitch, Rob Hiebinsky, Andy Chislett, Stephanie Petit)
Come, Sweet Death — Johann Sebastian Bach (arrangement Virgil Fox)
(Andy Kotylo)
Moto Ostinato — Petr Eben
(James Guyer)
Improvisation — David Sinden
(David Sinden)
Sonate I: Massig schnell — Paul Hindemith
(Mara Anderson)
Five Dances: The Primitives — Calvin Hampton
(Avi Stein)
Organ Symphony No. 6: Allegro — Charles-Marie Widor
(Jessica French)
Theme from "The Pink Panther" — Henry Mancini (arrangement Tom Trenney)
(Andy Kotylo and Scott Eisholz)
Ride of the Valkyries — Richard Wagner (arrangement Clarence Dickinson and Charlotte Mathewson Lockwood)
(Andy Kotylo and Scott Eisholz)
[ELCA News: Women Of The ELCA Board Endorses 2005 Triennial Convention Plans]
[ELCA News: ELCA Presiding Bishop Visits Florida-Bahamas Synod, Offers Thanks]
[LWF News: LWF Mourns Former Associate General Secretary Dr Anza Lema]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Hispanic Voters]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Election 2004: Values Issues]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Ramadan Fasting]
Saturday October 30, 2004
All-day (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) singing from The Sacred Harp and other shape note sources at the Bloomington Society of Friends Meetinghouse; dinner on the grounds at noon; all are welcome to sing or listen, no experience required.
October 31, 2004
Reformation Day (Liturgical Color: Red)
Prelude: A Mighty Fortress — Calvin Hampton
Entrance Hymn: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (Lutheran Book of Worship 229)
Hymn of the Day: Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word (Lutheran Book of Worship 230)
Offertory: How Firm a Foundation — Emma Lou Diemer (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: O Lord, We Praise You (Lutheran Book of Worship 215)
Communion Hymn: For the Bread Which You Have Broken (Lutheran Book of Worship 200)
Recessional Hymn: In Times of Great Decision (Rev. Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, reprinted by permission)
Postlude: Toccata and Fugue in d minor, S. 565 — Johann Sebastian Bach
Homily: Pastor Lyle McKee "Who Are We?"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Margrethe O'Connor
Lector: Nancy Melhorn
Acolyte: Alex Nixon
Server: David Ellies
Ushers: Jim and Marti Doering
Greeters: Jeff Franz and Ruth Engs-Franz
Nursery: Celina Nierzwicki and Kelly Brinley
Council Coordinator: Allan Buhr
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Rooms 8/9
Grades 1-2 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 15
Grades 3-4 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Rooms 12/13
Grades 5-6 in the Sanctuary from 9:45 to 10:00 a.m., then in Room 14
Junior High in Room 16
Senior High in Room 17
Adult Bible Study in Room 17
Prelude: A Mighty Fortress — Calvin Hampton
Entrance Hymn: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (Lutheran Book of Worship 229)
Hymn of the Day: Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word (Lutheran Book of Worship 230)
Offertory: How Firm a Foundation — Emma Lou Diemer (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: O Lord, We Praise You (Lutheran Book of Worship 215)
Communion Hymn: For the Bread Which You Have Broken (Lutheran Book of Worship 200)
Recessional Hymn: In Times of Great Decision (Rev. Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, reprinted by permission)
Postlude: Toccata and Fugue in d minor, S. 565 — Johann Sebastian Bach
Homily: Testimonies by the Confirmands; Pastor Lyle McKee "Who Are We?"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Ellen Mills
Lector: Chris Foley
Acolyte: Mailyn Fidler
Server: Dean Arnold
Ushers: Kaye Hill and Carol Seaman
Greeter: Marilyn Baughman
Nursery: Dean and Sandy Arnold
Council Coordinator: Jennifer Steinbachs
Altar Care: Shirley Mingee and Pauline Caldwell
Flowers: St. Thomas Worship Committee and the Sowinski family
Bread and Wine: Margrethe O'Connor
The Rite of Confirmation will be celebrated during the 11:00 a.m. service. The confirmands are Hayley Chrzastowsi, Sam Julovich, Christopher Ohslund and Lynae Sowinski.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen.
[LWF News: Lutherans and Catholics Celebrate Fifth Anniversary of the Joint Declaration in South Africa]
[LWF News: South African Bishop Cautions 'Congregations Should Not Be Left Behind' in Reflections on Joint Declaration]
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