Monday November 1, 2004
Bloomington 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.
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 Board Approves Education Study, GMO Resolution, Issue Papers]
[ENS News: Archbishop of Cape Town launches new global poverty campaign]
[LCMS News: Online Bible study released]
[LCMS News: Schreiber named director of armed-forces ministry]
[LCMS News: Handcraft Project offers catalog of international gifts]
[NCC News: NCC's Edgar Urges U.S. to Accept Responsibility for Uighur Chinese Refugees at Guantanamo]
[NCC News: Final 'Let Justice Roll' in Miami is Star-Studded Event]
Lyle McKee's Birthday
Lori Rowold's Birthday
All Saints Day (Liturgical Color: White)
Tuesday November 2, 2004
Worship Committee meets at 7:00 p.m.
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
[ENS News: Communique from the African Anglican Bishops' Conference]
[ENS News: Government Relations internship program receives a facelift]
[LCMS News: CPH produces first-ever collection of Luther`s music]
[LWF News: LWF Commends Russian Vote on Kyoto Protocol, Urges USA, Australia to Review their Position]
Wednesday November 3, 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.
Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis co-sponsors (with the Jewish Community Center and The American Turkish Association of Indiana) Mystical Music of the Middle East: A Concert with the Yuval Ron Ensemble from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in Laikin Auditorium at the Arthur M. Glick Jewish Community Center.
The performance will be a musical trek through history and faith with Judaic, Sufi, and Christian Armenian rhythms, with discussion afterwards. The concert is free and open to the public.
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
Preconception/Early Pregnancy Series from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Bloomington Area Birth Services November 3, 10, and 17.
Designed for preconception as well as the early part of pregnancy. Provides an opportunity for women and their partners to plan for the best possible pregnancy experience, as they learn about nutrition, exercise, prenatal testing, and how to cope with the common complaints of pregnancy.
[Anglican Communion News Service News: Women Bishops in the Church of England?]
[ENS News: A Statement from the Presiding Bishop]
[NCC News: Edgar, Post-Elections, Offers NCC's Best Efforts to Unite the Nation for Justice and Peace]
Thursday November 4, 2004
The Retired Group invites everyone to meet at St. Thomas at 9:45 a.m. to carpool to Monroe County History Center at 6th and Washington (old library) downtown with lunch following (about 11:30 a.m.) at the nearby Ladyman's restaurant.
The hour long tour will include exhibits, Genealogy Library and Museum Store. Please join in the fun with all your friends.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m.
Bloomington Muslim Dialog Group is pleased to invite you to its first Mass Meeting on Thursday, Nov 4. During the meeting we are going to present the mission of the group and the past & future BMDG activities and introduce the executive members. We hope that you will be there to give us suggestions and sign up to take active roles in the upcoming social activities. The meeting begins at 6:45 p.m. in the Green Leaf Room, Forest Residence Hall, 1725 E. Third Street
Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis co-sponsors (with the Children's Museum) Music for Peace: World Musicians Jamming with Yaval Ron from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Passport Gallery of the Children's Museum.
World musicians from the Indianapolis area come together for a jam session with the Yuval Ron Ensemble. Special guests include Spirit & Place Festival Youth Speak-Out participants performing spoken word poetry. Children and their families are welcome to bring a drum, move to the music, and be part of this free community celebration of the power of music to make peace.
[ELCA News: ELCA Presiding Bishop Offers Commitment, Prayer For Bush Leadership]
[ENS News: Episcopal Relief and Development president to retire]
Nicholas May's Birthday
November 5 to 7, 2004
Trailblazer Weekend at Lutheran Hills — A programmed weekend event, Friday evening through Sunday noon, for middle school youth groups (Grades 6-8) and their adult leaders. The program is led by the Lutheran Outdoor Ministries professional staff and college-aged members of the summer camp staff. Trailblazer Weekends bring middle school-aged youth together for fun and Christian growth through learning and fellowship. Cost is $60 per person.
Friday November 5, 2004
World Community Day — "In Faith, Women Shape the Future for Peace"
Come, bring a friend and celebrate with Church Women United at Quaker Meeting House, 3820 E. Moores Pike. Bible Study at noon on Genesis 16: 1-13. Worship at 1:00 p.m.
World Community Day annually brings together women of all faiths in a common worship experience that focuses on issues of peace and justice. It is an opportunity to share in projects for our local communities. Women are invited to be serious about peacemaking and conflict resolution using a variety of resources.
[Anglican Communion News: Details of Windsor Report Reception Process announced]
[ENS News: From Executive Council / El Consejo Ejecutivo]
[ENS News: To fight world hunger, Episcopalians called to rally on November 14]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Reconciliation in Greensboro]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Election 2004 Analysis]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Islamic Art]
Saturday November 6, 2004
Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis presents the Annual Charles Bozidar Ashanin Memorial Lecture Building Religious Communities in Distinct Cultural Contexts: Orthodoxy in Alaska and in Indiana from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in Shelton Auditorium. The lecture is free and open to the public and co-sponsored by Orthodox Churches of Central Indiana and Eiteljorg Museum of Southwestern and Native American Art.
Fr. Michael Oleksa has been a pastor and teacher among Native Alaskans since 1970. He will introduce insights from the spiritually, artistically and culturally rich 200-year history of Orthodoxy with the Native peoples of Alaska. A panel will respond with a discussion of religion interacting with specific peoples and in the distinct contexts of Native Alaskans and immigrant Hoosiers.
[ENS News: Southern African primate delivers Hobart lecture, outlines mission]
November 7, 2004
All Saints Sunday (Liturgical Color: White)
Prelude: Partita on "For All The Saints": I. Chorale; II. Bicinium — David Cherwien
Entrance Hymn: For All the Saints stanzas 1-4 (Lutheran Book of Worship 174)
Hymn of the Day: For All the Saints stanzas 5-8 (Lutheran Book of Worship 174)
Offertory: Partita on "For All The Saints": III. Aria — David Cherwien
Communion Hymn: Shall We Gather at the River (With One Voice 690)
Communion Hymn: Our Paschal Lamb, That Sets Us Free (With One Voice 679)
Sending Hymn: Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds (Lutheran Book of Worship 143)
Postlude: Chaconne in g minor — Louis Couperin
Homilist: Pastor Kyle Halverson "All the Saints"
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Kathleen Boggess
Lector: Walt Wood
Acolyte: Caleb Winningham
Server: Lyman Hitchcock
Ushers: Jeff Franz and Ruth Engs-Franz
Greeters: Jerry and Bette Calkins
Nursery: Ronna Papesh
Council Coordinator: Kathy McDonald
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Room 8
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 — continued discussion of liberation theology
Prelude: Partita on "For All The Saints": I. Chorale; II. Bicinium — David Cherwien
Entrance Hymn: For All the Saints stanzas 1-4 (Lutheran Book of Worship 174)
Hymn of the Day: For All the Saints stanzas 5-8 (Lutheran Book of Worship 174)
Offertory: Steal Away — (arrangement Moses Hogan) (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: Shall We Gather at the River (With One Voice 690)
Communion Hymn: Our Paschal Lamb, That Sets Us Free (With One Voice 679)
Sending Hymn: Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds (Lutheran Book of Worship 143)
Postlude: Chaconne in g minor — Louis Couperin
Homilist: Pastor Kyle Halverson "All the Saints"
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Kris Stewart
Lector: Pauline Caldwell
Acolyte: Jacob Buhr
Server: Katie Anderson
Ushers: Sam and Missy Eichmiller
Greeters: Bob and Joan Burt
Nursery: Jane Warner and Sarah Isaacson
Council Coordinator: Allan Buhr
Altar Care: Laurel Reynolds and Pauline Caldwell
Flowers: Dean and Sandy Arnold and Darrell and Kathleen Boggess
Bread and Wine: Les and Gladys Dorman
New members will be received at the 11:00 service — Dominic and Linda Cuffia (parents of Sue Head), Gloria Squiers (Suzanne Halvorson's mother), Phillip Steinbachs (married to Jennifer), and Thomas Ross (works at Crane with Sam Eichmiller)
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen. Today's lunch is provided by Nancy Winningham.
Personnel Committee meets at 9:45 a.m. in the Nursery.
Mission Endowment Fund meets at 9:45 a.m. in Room 3.
Executive Council meets at 12:15 p.m.
Confirmation Class meets at 4:00 p.m.
Youth Group meets at 5:30 p.m.
Property Committee meets at 6:00 p.m.
All members of churches in the Indianapolis Conference of the ELCA are invited to First Trinity Lutheran Church, 5321 E. 42th Street, Indianapolis from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
St. Thomas will be represented by delegates Charles Sweet and Ellen Mills, but everyone is invited. Special focus will be on music, outreach, missions, and urban ministry.
A presentation on the exciting multi-cultural ministry happening at First Trinity.
Business includes elections to conference council.
Discussion on the upcoming Worship Conference, so we may learn from each other's churches.
Closing with a special African-American worship service.
Contact the St. Thomas office to register and arrange carpooling.
"A Forum on the ELCA Sexuality Studies" presented by the Rev. Dr. James M. Childs, Jr., Director of the ELCA studies on Sexuality, will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Wagenhals Hall at Trinity English Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne. $7.00 (taken at the door) will cover the cost of lunch and study materials. Registration is due NO LATER THAN Friday, October 29th.
The Future of Israel as a Jewish and Democratic State: Prospects for Peace.
Naomi Chazan presents one of the clearest and most unwavering voices in support of social and political justice in Israel today. You can hear her speak at Congregation Beth Shalom at 7:00 p.m.
Jessica French's Organ Recital at 5:30 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church in Noblesville
Kathleen Boggess' Birthday
Susan Colston's Birthday
John Christian Frederick Heyer, missionary to India, 1873 (Liturgical Color: White)
Monday November 8, 2004
Bloomington 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.
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: Phyllis Anderson Elected President Of ELCA Seminary]
[ENS News: Statement from the President of the House of Deputies ]
[ENS News: Pittsburgh convention approves nullification of national actions]
[ENS News: Episcopal Relief and Development responds to recent emergencies]
[ENS News: Executive Council meets in Boise, receives Windsor Report]
[LWF News: A Day of Spiritual Renewal as Slovak Lutherans and Catholics Celebrate Ecumenical Agreement]
Ken Marken's Birthday
Tuesday November 9, 2004
Visual Arts Spiritual Growth Group meets at 8:30 a.m. at By Hand Gallery.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Board meets at the Rose House from 6:45 to 8:15 p.m.
Finance Committee meets at 6:00 p.m.
Personnel Policy Review meets at 7:00 in Room 7.
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 Publisher Puts 2005 Hopes In New Resources, Budget Controls]
[ENS News: Christianity, Islam are focus for Nashotah House Convocation]
[LWF News: African Women Seek to Break Taboos That Hinder Discussion on Sexual Matters]
Wednesday November 10, 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 6:00 to 7:30 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.
GLBT Student Support Services Office Ten Year Anniversary Event
Christian de la Huerta, author of the award-winning book Coming Out Spiritually will give a presentation at 7:00 p.m. at the Neal Marshall Black Culture Center.
Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis presents The Voices of Women Creating and Shaping Biblical Tradition from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in Shelton Auditorium. The program is free and open to the public and is co-sponsored by Congregation Beth-el Zedeck. The speakers are Professor Marti Stuessy, Professor Wilma Bailery, Professor Holly Hearon and Rabbi Sandy Sasso.
This program explores how women have helped to create and shape biblical traditons and considers how this has contributed to women's sense of belonging within their faith traditions, giving them voice and visibility. The program includes presentation of the Song of Songs, Lamentations, women's voice in the New Testament and women's midrashim.
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
Preconception/Early Pregnancy Series from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Bloomington Area Birth Services November 3, 10, and 17.
Designed for preconception as well as the early part of pregnancy. Provides an opportunity for women and their partners to plan for the best possible pregnancy experience, as they learn about nutrition, exercise, prenatal testing, and how to cope with the common complaints of pregnancy.
Biblical and Jesus Scholar Marcus Borg to Present Mendenhall Lecture at 7:30 p.m. in Gobin Memorial United Methodist Church in Greencastle, and is free and open to all.
Thursday November 11, 2004
Adult Choir rehearsal at 7:00 p.m.
Long Range Planning at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7.
[Anglican Communion News: Letter from the Bishop in Jerusalem on the arrest of Mordechai Vanunu from St George's Cathedral Close this morning]
[ELCA News: LWF Leaders Praise Arafat For Support Of Palestinian Christians]
[ENS News: Presiding Bishop's statement on the death of Yasser Arafat]
[ENS News: Margaret Larom named director of Anglican and Global Relations]
[ENS News: Presiding Bishop responds to Mordechai Vanunu's arrest]
[ENS News: Boston priest named dean of Washington National Cathedral]
[LDR News: Hurricane Jeanne: A report from LDR-Georgia Coordinator, Bob Tribble]
[LWF News: LWF President, General Secretary Praise Arafat as Strong Supporter of Palestinian Christians]
Martin, Bishop of Tours, 397; Søren Aabye Kierkegaard, teacher, 1855 (Liturgical Color: White)
November 12 to 14, 2004
Trailblazer Weekend at Lutheran Hills — A programmed weekend event, Friday evening through Sunday noon, for middle school youth groups (Grades 6-8) and their adult leaders. The program is led by the Lutheran Outdoor Ministries professional staff and college-aged members of the summer camp staff. Trailblazer Weekends bring middle school-aged youth together for fun and Christian growth through learning and fellowship. Cost is $60 per person.
Friday November 12, 2004
GLBT Student Support Services Office Ten Year Anniversary Event
Concert featuring Bloomington area GLBT and GLBT-friendly artists and musicians at 8:00 p.m. in Wilkie Auditorium.
[ENS News: God is neither Republican nor Democrat, Wall Street forum to declare}
[ENS News: Vanunu released from custody, placed under house arrest}
[LDR News: Four Hurricanes Update: LDR response to hurricanes includes over a dozen states]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Women in Mosques
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Role of Faith in the Democratic Party
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Sister Mary Andrew Matesich
Lyman Hitchcock's Birthday
Kris Stewart's Birthday
Saturday November 13, 2004
A Day of Learning (AIDS awareness - Adults & Youth) and Evening of Music (a Benefit Concert at 6 p.m.) to benefit Partners in Health and Indiana AIDS Fund Saturday, Nov. 13 at Unitarian Universalist Hall, 7850 W. Goeller Blvd, Columbus.
GLBT Student Support Services Office Ten Year Anniversary Event
IU's GLBT Alumni Association is hosting an informal Happy Hour from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the City Grille. Everyone is welcome! You need not be GLBT or an alum to come!
World Premiere of the movie Kinsey, a benefit for the Kinsey Institute. Fifty dollar tickets include a reception with special guests, actors Liam Neesen and Laura Linney and director Bill Condon. Seventeen dollar tickets include a panel discussion following the movie.
Adam Reynolds' Birthday
November 14, 2004
Twenty-Fourth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 28) (Liturgical Color: Green)
Prelude: Prelude in E-flat, S. 552a — Johann Sebastian Bach
Entrance Hymn: Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty (Lutheran Book of Worship 250)
Hymn of the Day: O Day of Peace (With One Voice 762)
Offertory: Steal Away — (arrangement Moses Hogan) (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: Jerusalem, My Happy Home (Lutheran Book of Worship 331)
Communion Hymn: Let Us Break Bread Together (Lutheran Book of Worship 212)
Sending Hymn: O God, Our Help in Ages Past (Lutheran Book of Worship 320)
Postlude: Fugue in E-flat "St. Anne", S. 552b — Johann Sebastian Bach
Homilist: Pastor Lyle McKee "Where May Peace Be Found?"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Kathleen Boggess
Lector: Lyman Hitchcock
Acolyte: Lynae Sowinski
Server: Lyman Hitchcock
Ushers: Larry and Sue Berg
Greeters: Jim and Kay Eagleman
Nursery: Joan Burt
Council Coordinator: Paul Reynolds
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Room 8
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 — Rabbi Sue Shiffron will discuss "Women in Judaism"
Prelude: Prelude in E-flat, S. 552a — Johann Sebastian Bach
Entrance Hymn: Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty (Lutheran Book of Worship 250)
Hymn of the Day: O Day of Peace (With One Voice 762)
Offertory: Sonata 2 in c minor, S. 526: Largo — Johann Sebastian Bach
Communion Hymn: Jerusalem, My Happy Home (Lutheran Book of Worship 331)
Communion Hymn: Let Us Break Bread Together (Lutheran Book of Worship 212)
Sending Hymn: O God, Our Help in Ages Past (Lutheran Book of Worship 320)
Postlude: Fugue in E-flat "St. Anne", S. 552b — Johann Sebastian Bach
Homilist: Pastor Lyle McKee "Where May Peace Be Found?"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Kaye Hill
Lector: Hannah Fidler and Allison Buhr
Acolyte: Haley Chrzastowski
Server: Bob Burt
Ushers: Mark and Sue Head
Greeters: Tim and Jennifer Garl
Nursery: Susan Goldsworthy and Andrew Eichmiller
Council Coordinator: Allan Mayfield
Altar Care: Charlene Braun and Renee Steele
Flowers: John and Renee Steele and Carl Ziegler
Bread and Wine: David and Debbie Nixon
We thank the Sunday Church School children assisting in the 11:00 service this morning: Sidney Arnold, Allison Buhr, and Hannah Fidler.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen. Today's lunch is provided by Sandy Arnold.
The Book/Media Discussion Spiritual Growth Group meets at 1:00 p.m. at the home of Dorothy Soudakoff. Bring your own sandwich or salad; drinks and dessert will be provided. Meetings likely will be approximately two hours; however there is no time keeper. Please contact either Dorothy Soudakoff or Rita Pavolka to let us know you'd like to join us in November.
The group decided we weren't yet ready to leave our exploration of feminine theology, so we're reading A God Who Looks Like Me — Patricia Lynn Reilly, available for around $19 at Borders or online at Amazon for $5 to $10 (new and used copies).
GLBT Student Support Services Office Ten Year Anniversary Event
Tenth Anniversary Reunion Reception from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the Indiana Memorial Union's Frangipani Room — Come One, Come All!
Sacred Harp Singing from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at St. Mark's United Methodist.
Congregation Council meets at 6:00 p.m.
Eid al Fitr — end of Ramadan
Monday November 15, 2004
Bloomington Early Music Group Meeting at 5:15 p.m. in Room 3.
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall
Seekers Bible Study is beginning a new course on the Beatitudes using Kerygma materials and techniques at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7. Child care is available with advance notice.
In this series, participants will examine the Old Testament roots and context of the Beatitudes and explore the contemporary implications of these powerful words from Jesus.
You are invited to try this type of in-depth study of scripture using Kerygma methods and materials. A commitment to six sessions is requested. Meetings for the study of the Beatitudes are planned for November 15 and 29, December 13, January 10 and 24 and February 14. We do need to know how many will be participating so that materials can be ordered. There will be a fee of about $5 to help pay for the materials.
Social Justice Spiritual Growth Group meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 16.
[ELCA News: ELCA Council Hears Presiding Bishop Ask 'What Does It Mean?']
[ENS News: AIDS relief, Sudan crisis underscored for Congress}
[ENS News: Mathes elected fourth bishop of San Diego]
Lydia Spehr's Birthday
Jane Warner's Birthday
Tuesday November 16, 2004
Spinners and Weavers meet at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
Spiritual Growth Group Leadership training at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7.
The second four week session of the Faith Learning Initiative at Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis
Tuesday Evening Courses:
Faith to Faith: Women & World Religions, Dr. Carol Johnston & Guests, 6:30 — 8:30 pm, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 9, 16
[ELCA News: ELCA Council Elects Board And Committee Members]
[ELCA News: ELCA Church Council Commends Rules, Amends Governing Documents]
[ELCA News: ELCA Council Adopts Policy On Genetically Modified Organisms]
[ELCA News: ELCA Vice President Recounts Visit With West Bank Lutherans]
[ENS News: National Cathedral continues series on "Wholehearted Faith in Time of Factions"]
Ron Ohslund's Birthday
Wednesday November 17, 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 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
Ministry Coordination Team meets at 6:00 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.
Why Look Back? Historical Perspectives on the Massachusetts Same-Sex Marriage Amendment
PFLAG meeting in Fine Arts 015 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
The PFLAG November Meeting features a presentation by Dr. Michael Grossberg, Professor of History and Law at IU.
The landmark 2003 Massachusetts Supreme Court decision ruled that same-sex couples have the right to marry under the Massachusetts state constitution. Dr. Grossberg helped write a historians' brief in the case that supported marital rights for same-sex couples.
Preconception/Early Pregnancy Series from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Bloomington Area Birth Services November 3, 10, and 17.
Designed for preconception as well as the early part of pregnancy. Provides an opportunity for women and their partners to plan for the best possible pregnancy experience, as they learn about nutrition, exercise, prenatal testing, and how to cope with the common complaints of pregnancy.
[Anglican Communion News: Christmas message from the Archbishop of Canterbury to the Anglican Communion]
[ELCA News: ELCA Council Adopts Report On Churchwide Governance]
[ELCA News: ELCA Council Lifts Lutheran World Federation Action On Sudan]
[ENS News: National Thanksgiving webcast, broadcast advertising set]
[LWF News: El Salvador : A Prophetic Church Marked by Suffering and Solidarity ]
Elizabeth of Thuringia, Princess of Hungary, 1231 (Liturgical Color: White)
Thursday November 18, 2004
Adult Choir Rehearsal at 7:00 p.m.
The Monroe County Chapter of the American Red Cross offers an orientation from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. for those interested in volunteering for the Red Cross, in the areas of Health and Safety, Disaster Services, Lifeline, Financial Development and Blood Services.
[ENS News: Sullivan leaving General Convention for Virginia Seminary position]
[NCC News: NCC's Edgar Hails U.S. Catholic Bishops' Agreement to Join Christian Churches Together in the U.S.A.]
Friday November 19, 2004
[ELCA News: ELCA Council Approves, Transmits Churchwide Redesign Proposal]
[ELCA News: ELCA Council Selects 2009 Assembly Site, Adopts Ethics Policies]
[ELCA News: ELCA Council Sets Stage For Decisions On Sexuality]
[ENS News: Thanksgiving: Civil War raged as Lincoln proclaimed national holiday]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Medical Marijuana]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: U.S. Catholic Bishops Conference]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Christian Moderates]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: John Updike on Religion]
Pete Miller's Birthday
Chris Smith's Birthday
Saturday November 20, 2004
BMDG Open Discussion on Islam from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in Room 1C of the Monroe County Public Library.
This Saturday we will be specifically talking on the concept of Paradise in Islam. Please see the following questions to have an idea about the expected discussion.
What do you think you have in your life? Think about it for now and then read the following questions.
-Would you like to have your 'Dream Life' realized?
-Why do you think this vast universe has been created? Do we need this huge universe to be there in order to live in this world as a human being?
-Why do you think delight and pleasure are given to our senses; we could have eaten the food and thus fed ourselves without feeling any pleasure?
-Throughout human history we are told by all the prophets that there will be Paradise waiting for us. Why should this news concern us, since I am going to see it anyway, if it is going to happen?
-Why do you think we have the sense of eternity?
-Would you rather live in a world where the happiness will be everybody's share, there is no end for your happy moments, where there is constant renewal of pleasure, no boredom, no worry about anything but full of excitement?
Then come to our discussion on PARADISE IN ISLAM. Before we go to Paradise, we are expected to solve our problems here, because Paradise is a place where there will be no unsolved problems. We'd better get ready!!!
Bring all of your questions and comments with you. We cannot promise you a Paradise but we can search for it together.
Christian Theological Seminary and the Peace Learning Center co-sponsor a workshop and concert Where the Spirit's Great Joy Meets the World's Great Need led by Carrie Newcomer.
The workshop will explore what it means to be "called" in the spiritual sense to finds one's sense of belonging by engagin in the work of community-building. Using singing, writing exercises, discussion and other interaction, Carrie will help participants experience that spirituality and connect it with their sense of what they are called to do for the larger community.
The workshop, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Peace Learning Center, 6040 DeLong Rd., costs $55 and includes lunch and concert attendance. The concert will be held at 7:00 p.m. at Christian Theological Seminary in Shelton Auditorium and costs $10 for those not attending the workshop. Registration deadline for the workshop is November 12.
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David Polansky's Birthday
November 21, 2004
Christ The King — Last Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 29) (Liturgical Color: White)
Prelude: Variations on "Wondrous Love" — Samuel Barber
Entrance Hymn: Crown Him With Many Crowns (Lutheran Book of Worship 170)
Hymn of the Day: Lord, Enthroned in Heavenly Splendor (Lutheran Book of Worship 172)
Offertory: Ride On, King Jesus — (arrangement Hall Johnson) Aaron Humble, tenor
Communion Hymn: The Head That Once Was Crowned (Lutheran Book of Worship 173)
Communion Hymn: What Wondrous Love Is This (Lutheran Book of Worship 385)
Sending Hymn: Alleluia! Sing to Jesus (Lutheran Book of Worship 158)
Postlude: Prelude on "Hyfrydol" — Ralph Vaughan Williams
Homilist: Pastor Kyle Halverson "Christ the King?"
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Ryan Smith
Lector: Bette Calkins
Acolyte: Hannah Wood
Server: Charlene Braun
Ushers: Gene and Gayle Laughman
Greeters: Bruce and Susan Colston
Nursery: Mary Sasse
Council Coordinator: Debbie Moore
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Room 8
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
Prelude: Variations on "Wondrous Love" — Samuel Barber
Entrance Hymn: Crown Him With Many Crowns (Lutheran Book of Worship 170)
Hymn of the Day: Lord, Enthroned in Heavenly Splendor (Lutheran Book of Worship 172)
Offertory: Wondrous Love — (arrangement Alice Parker & Robert Shaw) (Children's Choir)
Communion Hymn: The Head That Once Was Crowned (Lutheran Book of Worship 173)
Communion Hymn: What Wondrous Love Is This (Lutheran Book of Worship 385)
Sending Hymn: Alleluia! Sing to Jesus (Lutheran Book of Worship 158)
Postlude: Prelude on "Hyfrydol" — Ralph Vaughan Williams
Homilist: Pastor Kyle Halverson "Christ the King?"
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Margrethe O'Connor
Lector: Maren Foley
Acolyte: Meg Garl
Server: Chris Ogan
Ushers: Dean Arnold and Tim Moore
Greeter: Carol Seaman
Nursery: LeAnn Lipe and Emily Garl
Council Coordinator: Jennifer Steinbachs
Altar Care: Beverly Lingvai and Dorothy Soudakoff
Flowers: Jerry and Betty Smith
Bread and Wine: Mark and Charlene Braun
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather to carpool to the home of Pastor Kyle Halverson and Pastor Jan Wiersma Halverson for a pre-Thanksgiving feast!
Confirmation Class meets 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Youth Group meets from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Journey Together Faithfully meets at 7:30 p.m.
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Rachel Stults' Birthday
Monday November 22, 2004
December Newsletter Deadline
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall
Mary Thomason-Smith's Organ Recital at 7:00 p.m.
Fantasy on "Divinum Mysterium" — Gerre Hancock
Variations sur un Noël, Op. 20 — Marcel Dupré
From Heaven Above to Earth I Come — (Lutheran Book of Worship 51; with congregational singing)
Vom Himmel kam der Engel Schar, BWV 607 — Johann Sebastian Bach
La nativité du Seigneur: Les Anges — Olivier Messiaen
Puer natus in Bethlehem, BWV 603 — Johann Sebastian Bach
La nativité du Seigneur: Dieu parmi nous — Olivier Messiaen
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Kaye Hill's Birthday
Tuesday November 23, 2004
The annual Eastside Community Thanksgiving Service will be hosted by Mt. Gilead Christian Church at 7:00 p.m.
Pastor Lyle McKee will be the guest homilist. Other congregations participating will be St. Mark's Methodist, Beth Shalom, University Baptist, the Bloomington Mosque, First United Church and the Cascade Ministry.
The service will feature readings, hymns, a massed choir, and prayers. Please bring a canned food item to be donated to the MCUM food pantry. Monetary offerings will be divided between Muslim and Jewish Hunger Relief organizations.
Refreshments needed are 2 gallons of cider and 3 dozen cookies. Please let the church office know if you are willing to supply any of the items.
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Clement, Bishop of Rome, c. 100 (Liturgical Color: White)
Wednesday November 24, 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 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
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Gladys Dorman's Birthday
November 25 to 26, 2004
Church Offices Closed
Thursday November 25, 2004
Thanksgiving Day (U.S.A.) (Liturgical Color: White)
Isaac Watts, hymnwriter, 1748 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday November 26, 2004
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Saturday November 27, 2004
Carol Brown's Birthday
November 28, 2004
First Sunday of Advent (Liturgical Color: Blue)
Entrance Hymn: Oh, Come, Oh, Come, Emmanuel! (Lutheran Book of Worship 34)
Hymn at the Lighting of the First Candle: Light One Candle to Watch for Messiah (With One Voice 630) verse 1
Hymn of the Day: Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying (Lutheran Book of Worship 31)
Offertory: Zion Hears the Watchman Singing — Johann Sebastian Bach (Adult Choir)
Communion Hymn: The Advent of Our God (Lutheran Book of Worship 22)
Communion Hymn: Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending (Lutheran Book of Worship 27)
Sending Hymn: O Zion, Haste (Lutheran Book of Worship 397)
Homilist: Pastor Lyle McKee "Thy Kingdom Come"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Ryan Smith
Lector: Barb Unger
Acolyte: Celina Nierzwicki
Server: Kris Frampton
Ushers: David and Debbie Nixon
Greeter: Mary Sasse
Nursery: Nona Johnson
Council Coordinator: Dan Seegert
Sunday Church School from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.
Godly Play, ages 3 to Kindergarten in Room 8
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 — Studying the book of Genesis
Adult Forum in Heritage Hall
Entrance Hymn: Oh, Come, Oh, Come, Emmanuel! (Lutheran Book of Worship 34)
Hymn at the Lighting of the First Candle: Light One Candle to Watch for Messiah (With One Voice 630) verse 1
Hymn of the Day: Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying (Lutheran Book of Worship 31)
Communion Hymn: The Advent of Our God (Lutheran Book of Worship 22)
Communion Hymn: Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending (Lutheran Book of Worship 27)
Sending Hymn: O Zion, Haste (Lutheran Book of Worship 397)
Homilist: Pastor Lyle McKee "Thy Kingdom Come"
Presider: Pastor Kyle Halverson
Deacon: Margrethe O'Connor
Lector: Vicki Polansky
Acolyte: Sarah Julovich
Server: Charles Sweet
Ushers: Dave and Rita Pavolka
Greeter: Kaye Hill
Nursery: Cindy Ohslund and Haley Garl
Council Coordinator: Mary Krupinski
Altar Care: Kay Isaacson and Marilyn Harder
Flowers: Debbie and Katie Schmidt
Bread and Wine: Beverly Lingvai
Monday November 29, 2004
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall
Seekers Bible Study is beginning a new course on the Beatitudes using Kerygma materials and techniques at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7. Child care is available with advance notice.
In this series, participants will examine the Old Testament roots and context of the Beatitudes and explore the contemporary implications of these powerful words from Jesus.
You are invited to try this type of in-depth study of scripture using Kerygma methods and materials. A commitment to six sessions is requested. Meetings for the study of the Beatitudes are planned for November 15 and 29, December 13, January 10 and 24 and February 14. We do need to know how many will be participating so that materials can be ordered. There will be a fee of about $5 to help pay for the materials.
Deacon Training at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Social Justice Spiritual Growth Group meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 16
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James Halvorson's Birthday
Maria Miller's Birthday
Tuesday November 30, 2004
Sister Parish meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7
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Michael Laros' Birthday
St. Andrew, Apostle (Liturgical Color: Red)
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