October 2005
Monroe County United Ministries' Food Pantry featured items for October are Cleaning Supplies — Laundry soap, toothpaste, dish soap and general purpose household cleaners.
Saturday October 1, 2005
Brothers! Spiritual Growth Group meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 3.
Artists Spiritual Growth Group meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 13.
In The Artist's Way, Julia Cameron says that "Creativity is God's gift to us. Using our creativity is our gift back to God." The Artist Spiritual Growth Group, "The Creative Way," will provide a forum to share our work with others from St. Thomas in a supportive, respectful environment. We will utilize principles from The Artist's Way. Familiarity with the book will be helpful, but is not required. The group will meet on the first Saturday of each month at St. Thomas, from 9-10 a.m.
Lynae Sowinski's Birthday
October 2, 2005
Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 22) (Liturgical Color: Green
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Adoration — Felix Borowski (Gregory Weber, saxophone)
Entrance Hymn: Gather Us, Great Abundant Creator (printed in the bulletin)
Children's Sermon: Ryan and Alicia Taylor-Byers
Homily: "What About Me?" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: A New Commandment (With One Voice 664)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Jesus Christ the Apple Tree — Elizabeth Poston (Adult Choir)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: We All Are One in Mission (With One Voice 755)
Communion Hymn: Blessed Assurance (With One Voice 699)
Sending Hymn: Here I Am, Lord (With One Voice 752)
Postlude: Trumpet Tune in D — David N. Johnson
Deacon: Lyman Hitchcock
Lector: Bob Cutter
Acolyte: Alex Nixon
Server: Paul Reynolds
Ushers: Gene and Gayl Laughman
Greeters: Ron and Jean Brown
Nursery: Mary Sasse
Council Coordinator: Allan Buhr
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
Culture of Conversation in the Sanctuary
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Adoration — Felix Borowski (Gregory Web, saxophone)
Entrance Hymn: Gather Us, Great Abundant Creator (printed in the bulletin)
Children's Sermon: Ryan and Alicia Taylor-Byers
Homily: "What About Me?" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: A New Commandment (With One Voice 664)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Panis Angelicus — César Franck (Gregory Weber, saxophone)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: We All Are One in Mission (With One Voice 755)
Communion Hymn: Blessed Assurance (With One Voice 699)
Sending Hymn: Here I Am, Lord (With One Voice 752)
Postlude: Trumpet Tune in D — David N. Johnson
Deacon: Kris Frampton
Lector: Deb Moore
Acolyte: Chris Ohslund
Server: Dorothy Soudakoff
Ushers: Allan and Helen Mayfield
Greeter: Margrethe O'Connor
Nursery: LeAnn Lipe and Sarah Isaacson
Council Coordinator: Deb Moore
Altar Care: Shirley Mingee and Susan Lehr
Flowers: Allan and Helen Mayfield and Michael and Deborah Hall
Bread and Wine: Carol Seaman
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen. Today's lunch is provided by Chris Ogan.
Property Committee meets at 6:00 p.m.
Monday October 3, 2005
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ENS News: Church's mission is focus for Executive Council's October meeting]
[ENS News: Israel/Palestine: Report recommends corporate engagement, positive investment]
[ENS News: House of Bishops reports, resources available online]
[ENS News: Out of Deep Waters: Hurricane-hit diocese begins to discern its future]
[LCMS News: Mission partnership launches work in Dominican Republic]
[NCC News: Edgar urges FEMA to use caution in reimbursing faith-based groups]
[NCC News: NCC: weakening of Endangered Species Act could lead to extinction of some species]
Raymond Seaman's Birthday
Tuesday October 4, 2005
Worship Committee meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7.
[ENS News: Anglican Cycle of Prayer 2006 takes on a new form]
[ENS News: Eames speaks at Virginia seminary on reality of Communion]
[RNS News: "Transform The World" - US Churches Prepare For World Council Of Churches' 9th Assembly]
Bailey Arnold's Birthday
Bob Cutter's Birthday
Carolyn DeCamp's Birthday
Ramadan begins
Wednesday October 5, 2005
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.
Spanish Class meeets at 5:30 p.m. at Scholar's Inn.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Bible Study at 5:30 p.m. at Rose House.
Honors Band meets at 6:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
Sacred Space Task Force meets at 7:00 p.m.
St. Thomas Men are invited to attend weekly Bible Study and Fellowship from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Room 3.
Sacred Space Design Task Force meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 13.
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.
[ENS News: Eames delivers second lecture on Communion at Virginia seminary]
Domenic Head's Birthday
Dan Rademacher's Birthday
Thursday October 6, 2005
Finance Committee meets at 6:00 p.m. in Room 7.
Qeq'chi is one of 23 Mayan languages spoken in Guatemala and the language of our friends in Chichipate, home of St. Thomas' Sister Parish community. Indrek Park, a linguistics scholar at IU, began learning Qeq'chi as a delegate to Guatemala in January 2003. He will offer classes in Qeq'chi for all who are interested in traveling to Guatemala with the next delegation this November — or any who are just interested! The class meets at 6:00 p.m. at Rose House.
Choirs rehearse at 7:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: ELCA Bishops Hear Presiding Bishop's Thanks, View of Assembly Actions]
[ENS News: ERD plans multi-year response to hurricanes, reaches $10 million in contributions]
[LCMS News: Eight college fairs set for fall]
[RNS News: Report Finds That Seminary Graduates Are Deeper In Debt]
Walt Wood's Birthday
Francis of Assisi, renewer of the Church, 1226; Theodor Fliedner, renewer of society, 1864 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday October 7, 2005
[ENS News: Visual Arts 'Hard Copy' exhibition on view at General Seminary]
[LCMS News: Youth Ministry extends date to confirm Youth Gathering site]
[LCMS News: `Point of Truth` episodes to focus on `Ablaze!`]
[LCMS News: Ahlersmeyer named president of Concordia, Ann Arbor]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Germans and the Holocaust]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Supreme Court Nominee Harriet Miers]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: James Yee]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Anglican Communion Update]
Katie Schmidt's Birthday
Henry Melchior Muhlenberg, missionary to America, 1787 (Liturgical Color: White)
Saturday October 8, 2005
Brothers! Spiritual Growth Group meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 3.
I-K Synod Global Mission Meeting from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the I-K Synod Downstairs Conference Room Contact April Lynch at (317) 253-3522 or alynch@iksynod.org
[ENS News: Hurricane relief strategy outlined as Executive Council meeting opens]
October 9 to 14, 2005
Older Adult Ministry Week
October 9, 2005
Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 23) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Préambule (Psalm 23: 2) — Percy Whitlock
Entrance Hymn: All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly (printed in the bulletin)
Homily: "Straight Talk About Faith and Worship" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Now We Join in Celebration (Lutheran Book of Worship 203)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Schmücke dich, o liebe Seele, Op. Posth. 122, No. 5 — Johannes Brahms
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: The King of Love My Shepherd Is (Lutheran Book of Worship 456)
Communion Hymn: O Living Bread from Heaven (Lutheran Book of Worship 197)
Sending Hymn: O Savior, Precious Savior (Lutheran Book of Worship 514)
Postlude: Präludium in a minor — Johannes Brahms
Deacon: Indrek Park
Lector: Sue Berg
Acolyte: Hannah Wood
Server: Betty Smith
Ushers: Gene and Gayl Laughman
Greeters: Mark and Charlene Braun
Nursery: Joan Burt
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
Adult Forum in Heritage Hall — "Precarious Peace" video on Guatemala (Sister Parish Committee)
Inquirers' Class for new members and others meets in Room 3
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Préambule (Psalm 23: 2) — Percy Whitlock
Entrance Hymn: All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly (printed in the bulletin)
Homily: "Straight Talk About Faith and Worship" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Now We Join in Celebration (Lutheran Book of Worship 203)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: My Shepherd Will Supply My Need — Virgil Thomson (Adult Choir)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: The King of Love My Shepherd Is (Lutheran Book of Worship 456)
Communion Hymn: O Living Bread from Heaven (Lutheran Book of Worship 197)
Sending Hymn: O Savior, Precious Savior (Lutheran Book of Worship 514)
Postlude: Präludium in a minor — Johannes Brahms
Deacon: Ellen Mills
Lector: Hannah Fidler and Haley Garl
Acolyte: Meg Garl
Server: Carol Seaman
Ushers: Deborah Owens and Kaye Hill, assisted by Andrew Eichmiller and Sarah Julovich
Greeters: Tim and Deb Moore
Nursery: Mary Krupinski and Ben Eichmiller
Council Coordinator: Jennifer Garl
Altar Care: Barb Unger and Nona Johnson
Flowers: Debra Schmidt and Tim and Deb Moore
Bread and Wine: Rick and Susan Goldsworthy
Parents of Youth going to the 2006 Youth Gathering meet briefly with Ryan & Alicia after the 11:00 a.m. service.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen.
Sacred Harp Singing from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at St. Mark's United Methodist.
Friday Musicale Group meets in Sanctuary from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Youth Groups meet from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Congregation Council meets at 6:00 p.m.
[ENS News: 'Positive investment' in Israel-Palestine central to Council action]
Frank Nierzwicki's Birthday
Monday October 10, 2005
Indiana University Choral Rehearsal at 2:30 p.m.
Sister Parish Delegate Orientation at 6:30 p.m. at Rose House
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ENS News: Flooding devastates Central American communities, ERD responds]
[ENS News: Asian earthquake prompts prayers and pledges]
[ENS News: Summary of resolutions passed by Executive Council]
[ENS News: Lay employees: Council seeks employment equity]
[ENS News: Disaster-preparedness plans needed, Executive Council says]
[LCMS News: LCMS World Relief accepting donations for earthquake relief]
[LWF News: German Theologian Dr Eva-Sibylle Vogel-Mfato Is LWF Europe Area Secretary]
[LWF News: New Youth Council Member Michel Ngoy Mulunda]
[LWF News: German Theologian Dr Eva-Sibylle Vogel-Mfato Is LWF Europe Area Secretary]
[LWF News: New Youth Council Member Michel Ngoy Mulunda]
Charlene Braun's Birthday
Chris Ohslund's Birthday
Tuesday October 11, 2005
Extension Homemakers meet at 1:00 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13
Worship Committee meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 7.
[ENS News: Church Publishing acquires Morehouse, Living the Good News]
[ENS News: Black congregational development conference set for November 13-18 at Kanuga]
[ENS News: Mauritian bishop underscores theological education, Anglican unity as priorities]
John Marken's Birthday
Wednesday October 12, 2005
Liturgy information session at 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary followed by Oktoberfest at Warner's
Honors Band meets at 6:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Bible Study at 5:30 p.m. at Rose House.
St. Thomas Men are invited to attend weekly Bible Study and Fellowship from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
Christians in the Natural World Spiritual Growth Group meets at 6:30 p.m. in Room 7.
Spiritual Journaling Spiritual Growth Group meets at 6:30 p.m. in Room 13.
Christian Education Committee meets at 7:00 p.m. in Rooms 16 and 17.
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.
[ENS News: Eames issues warning on future of World Anglicanism]
[ENS News: Presiding Bishop thanks Senator John McCain in letter for senate action regarding Guantanamo detainees]
[LCMS News: 2007 Gathering returns to Orlando, shifting site from New Orleans]
Thursday October 13, 2005
Indiana University Choral Rehearsal at 2:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
Qeq'chi is one of 23 Mayan languages spoken in Guatemala and the language of our friends in Chichipate, home of St. Thomas' Sister Parish community. Indrek Park, a linguistics scholar at IU, began learning Qeq'chi as a delegate to Guatemala in January 2003. He will offer classes in Qeq'chi for all who are interested in traveling to Guatemala with the next delegation this November — or any who are just interested! The class meets at 6:00 p.m. at Rose House.
Choir rehearsal at 7:00 p.m.
[ENS News: Reconciliation perspectives, workbook offered by seminary dean]
Friday October 14, 2005
Indiana University Choral Recital at 8:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
The Passion according to St. John by Arvo Pärt sung by the IU Contemporary Vocal Ensemble, Carmen Helena Téllez, Music Director.
Youth Event (IU Madness) — meet at church at 6:45 p.m.
[ENS News: Methodist, Episcopal bishops hold first-ever dialogue]
[ENS News: Danforth holds mirror to religious-political right, left]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Sri Lanka Tsunami Relief]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Anthony Shadid on Iraq]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Ramadan]
[RNS News: Charles E. Blair Foundation Announces Completion Of Project To Fund 1,000 Evangelical Churches In Ethiopia]
Ron Peters' Birthday
Day of Thanksgiving (Canada) (Liturgical Color: White)
Massie L. Kennard, renewer of the church, 1996 (Liturgical Color: White)
Saturday October 15, 2005
Brothers! Spiritual Growth Group meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 3.
Youth Group — Jars of Clay concert at Sherwood Oaks at 7:00 p.m. (Tickets are $17.50; please see Ryan or Alicia if you want to reserve your spot)
[ENS News: South Asian earthquake relief continues through ERD]
Teresa de Jesús, teacher, renewer of the church, 1582 (Liturgical Color: White)
October 16, 2005
Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 24) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Prelude on "Rhosymedre" — Ralph Vaughan Williams
Entrance Hymn: Not Alone for Mighty Empire (Lutheran Book of Worship 437)
Homily: "Save Us From Smugness" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Lift Every Voice and Sing (Lutheran Book of Worship 562)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: O Taste and See — Ralph Vaughan Williams (Adult Choir)
Alla Sarabanda — Ralph Vaughan Williams
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: When Our Song Says Peace (reprinted from New Hymns and Songs)
Communion Hymn: O God of Life's Great Mystery (Lutheran Book of Worship 201)
Sending Hymn: O God of Earth and Altar (Lutheran Book of Worship 428)
Postlude: Praeludium and Fugue in e
minor — Johann Krebs
Deacon: Betty Smith
Lector: Susan Colston
Acolyte: Tom Sowinski
Server: Sue Berg
Ushers: Ruth Engs-Franz and Jeff Franz
Greeter: Kay Isaacson
Nursery: Nancy Winningham
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 — Guatemala and Mission Delegation (Sister Parish Committee)
Inquirers' Class for new members and others meets in Room 3
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Prelude on "Rhosymedre" — Ralph Vaughan Williams
Entrance Hymn: Not Alone for Mighty Empire (Lutheran Book of Worship 437)
Homily: "Save Us From Smugness" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Lift Every Voice and Sing (Lutheran Book of Worship 562)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Christ Be My Leader — Michael Bedford (Children's Choir)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: When Our Song Says Peace (reprinted from New Hymns and Songs)
Communion Hymn: O God of Life's Great Mystery (Lutheran Book of Worship 201)
Sending Hymn: O God of Earth and Altar (Lutheran Book of Worship 428)
Postlude: Praeludium and Fugue in e
minor — Johann Krebs
Deacon: Indrek Park
Lector: Carol Seaman
Acolyte: Emily Garl
Server: Dean Arnold
Ushers: Dave and Rita Pavolka
Greeter: Chris Ogan
Nursery: Jane Warner and Haley Garl
Council Coordinator: Dean Arnold
Altar Care: Laurel Reynolds and Pauline Caldwell
Flowers: Penny Pennington
Bread and Wine: Jerry and Betty Smith
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen.
Lutheran Hills Appreciation Day Cookout at the camp. Worship is at 10:00, cookout at noon. There will be games, crafts, and hayrides.
Women's Chorus Rehearsal at 7:00 p.m.
October 17 to 19, 2005
2005 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. Pastor Deb Dingus (Lord of Life Lutheran Church, West Chester OH) will serve as Chaplain. Contact us for complete schedule and registration packet. $90.
Monday October 17, 2005
Spinners and Weavers meet at 6:30 p.m. in Rooms 16 and 17.
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ENS News: Young Adult Ministry Network celebrates ministries in abundance at Denver meeting]
[ENS News: 'A vision seen, a call obeyed' by American Churches in Europe at convention]
[Religion News Service News: Jim Wallis And David Beckmann Represent Chorus Of Religious Leaders Urging Protection Of Food Stamps]
Kelley Brinley's Birthday
Ben Owen's Birthday
Mary Sasse's Birthday
Ignatius, Bishop of Antioch, martyr, c. 115 (Liturgical Color: Red)
October 18-24, 2005
Tuesday October 18, 2005
Andy Kotylo's Organ Recital in Music Annex 406/407 at 7:00 p.m.
I-K Synod Social Ministry Meeting from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Synod Office Chapel.
[ENS News: Boyer set to speak at October 29 workshop in Virginia]
[ENS News: Episcopal Church leaders endorse comprehensive immigration reform legislation]
St. Luke, Evangelist (Liturgical Color: Red)
Wednesday October 19, 2005
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.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Bible Study at 5:30 p.m. at Rose House.
Junior High Honors Band meets at 6:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
St. Thomas Men are invited to attend weekly Bible Study and Fellowship from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
Ministry Coordination Team meets at 7:15 p.m. in Room 7.
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.
[ENS News: Los Angeles pilgrims hear challenges of Holy Land Christians]
[ENS News: Presiding Bishop calls on Congress to oppose budget package]
[ENS News: Episcopal Church's audit report now available online]
[ENS News: Evolution controversy puts Wichita woman's faith under the microscope]
[ENS News: 'Give that woman a chair,' Olympia bishop tells St. Margaret's gathering]
Celina Nierzwicki's Birthday
Marta Seaman's Birthday
Lynn Weddle's Birthday
Thursday October 20, 2005
Qeq'chi is one of 23 Mayan languages spoken in Guatemala and the language of our friends in Chichipate, home of St. Thomas' Sister Parish community. Indrek Park, a linguistics scholar at IU, began learning Qeq'chi as a delegate to Guatemala in January 2003. He will offer classes in Qeq'chi for all who are interested in traveling to Guatemala with the next delegation this November — or any who are just interested! The class meets at 6:00 p.m. at Rose House.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m.
[ENS News: Palestinian education is central to Los Angeles parish partnership]
[LWF News: Churches, Civil Society Organizations Affirm Continued Advocacy for Debt Cancellation]
[LWF News: Looking Back at 30 Years of Life-Changing Experience]
[NCC News: Church Council Calls Proposed $50 Billion Cuts To U.S. Social Programs 'Inconceivable']
Friday October 21, 2005
[ENS News: 'Diversity is a wonderful gift from God']
[ENS News: New Orleans cathedral's bicentennial celebrated in Thanksgiving special]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Faith and Family in America Survey]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Religion and Suicide]
Saturday October 22, 2005
Brothers! Spiritual Growth Group meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 3.
LYO meeting from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the Synod Office Chapel.
October 23, 2005
Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 25) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Herzlich lieb hab ich dich, o Herr, Variation 1 — attributed to Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck
Entrance Hymn: Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven (Lutheran Book of Worship 549)
Homily: Alicia Taylor-Byers
Hymn of the Day: Let Me Be Yours Forever (Lutheran Book of Worship 490)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Herzlich lieb hab ich dich, o Herr, S. 1115 — Johann Sebastian Bach
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Lord, Thee I Love with All My Heart (Lutheran Book of Worship 325)
Sending Hymn: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling (Lutheran Book of Worship 315)
Postlude: Herzlich lieb hab ich dich, o Herr, Variation
4 — attributed to Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Betty Smith
Lector: Lyman Hitchcock
Acolyte: Hannah Wood
Server: Linda Zellmer
Ushers: Larry and Sue Berg
Greeter: Mary Sasse
Nursery: Celina Nierzwicki
Council Coordinator: Missy Eichmiller
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 Rooms 12 and 14, studying the Gospel of John
Adult Forum in Heritage Hall — International Development (Chris Ogan)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Herzlich lieb hab ich dich, o Herr, Variation 1 — attributed to Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck
Entrance Hymn: Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven (Lutheran Book of Worship 549)
Homily: Alicia Taylor-Byers
Hymn of the Day: Let Me Be Yours Forever (Lutheran Book of Worship 490)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Jesus Christ the Apple Tree (Adult Choir)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Lord, Thee I Love with All My Heart (Lutheran Book of Worship 325)
Sending Hymn: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling (Lutheran Book of Worship 315)
Postlude: Herzlich lieb hab ich dich, o Herr, Variation
4 — attributed to Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Ellen Mills
Lector: Chris Ogan
Acolyte: Allison Welken
Server: Sharon Fawbush
Ushers: Mark and Sue Head
Greeter: Marian Baughman
Nursery: Dean and Sandy Arnold
Council Coordinator: Missy Eichmiller
Altar Care: Jean Brown and Charlene Braun
Flowers: Bob Cutter and Lester and Gladys Dorman
Bread and Wine: Mark and Charlene Braun
The rose on the altar announces the birth of Teagan Riley, daughter of Shane and Laura (Boggess) Hanna and grandchild of Darrell and Kathleen Boggess, born Wednesday, October 19.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen.
New Members Class will begin on Sunday evening, October 23 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in rooms 16/17 (by the kitchen). If you are interested in joining the St. Thomas Congregation, please come to these informative classes!
Youth Groups meet at 5:30 p.m.
Women's Chorus rehearses at 7:00 p.m.
[ENS News: In Hiroshima, Presiding Bishop preaches at Resurrection Church]
[ENS News: Japan's Anglican leaders welcome Presiding Bishop for visit affirming shared 'journey of reconciliation']
Alexi Krupinski's Birthday
James of Jerusalem, martyr (Liturgical Color: Red)
Monday October 24, 2005
November Newsletter Deadline
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ENS News: Live internet discussion focuses on religions and Middle East policy]
[NCC News: Symposium sees a future for the ecumenical movement, though not in the form of councils and institutions]
Tuesday October 25, 2005
The Retired Group will tour the Tibetan Cultural Center followed by noon lunch at Ladyman's Café. Meet at the church at 10:00 a.m. to carpool to the Center. To make a reservation please call Pauline Caldwell.
Girl Scouts meet at 6:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: ELCA Announces Two Leadership Appointments]
[ENS News: Korean peninsula reunification affirmed by Presiding Bishop]
[ENS News: DuBose Lectures explore theology of church architecture]
[ENS News: Religious leaders call on Hastert to oppose housing restrictions]
[ENS News: Peace in Jerusalem means peace for the world, Bishop Riah says]
[NCC News: Edgar: 2000th death in Iraq is a 'tragic milestone' that 'didn't have to happen.']
[NCC News: National Council of Churches Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Rosa Parks]
Casey Chrzastowski's Birthday
Wednesday October 26, 2005
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.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Bible Study at 5:30 p.m. at Rose House.
Junior High Honors Band meets at 6:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
St. Thomas Men are invited to attend weekly Bible Study and Fellowship from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Rooms 12 and 13.
Spiritual Journaling Spiritual Growth Group meets at 6:30 p.m. in Room 7.
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.
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Allen Buhr's Birthday
Shirley Mingee's Birthday
Jerry Smith's Birthday
Philipp Nicolai, 1608; Johann Heermann, 1647; Paul Gerhardt, 1676; hymnwriters (Liturgical Color: White)
Thursday October 27, 2005
Qeq'chi is one of 23 Mayan languages spoken in Guatemala and the language of our friends in Chichipate, home of St. Thomas' Sister Parish community. Indrek Park, a linguistics scholar at IU, began learning Qeq'chi as a delegate to Guatemala in January 2003. He will offer classes in Qeq'chi for all who are interested in traveling to Guatemala with the next delegation this November — or any who are just interested! The class meets at 6:00 p.m. at Rose House.
Choirs practice at 7:00 p.m.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Board meets at 6:45 p.m. at Rose House.
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Karen Cline's Birthday
Friday October 28, 2005
Pipes Spooktacular, the Annual Halloween Organ Music Concert sponsored by the Bloomington AGO chapter, at 7:30 p.m.
Also Sprach Zarathustra, Op. 30 — Richard Strauss
(Scott "Evil" Elsholz)
Toccata and Fugue in d minor, BWV 565 — Johann Sebastian Bach
(an unholy legion of organists)
Toot Suite, S. 212: Preloud — P.D.Q. Bach
(James "Ghoulish" Guyer and Nancy "Ghostly" Guyer)
Sonata in c minor: Fugue — Julius Reubke
(Andrew "Killer" Kotylo)
Toot Suite, S. 212: O.K. Chorale — P.D.Q. Bach
(James "Ghoulisher" Guyer and Sarah "Chiller" Childress)
Suite Gothique, Op. 25: Toccata — Leon Boëllmann
(Benjamin "Spook" Straley)
Pumpkin Carols
(David "Den of Sin" Sinden)
Fantaisie No. 2 — Jehan Alain
(Avi "Franken" Stein)
Toot Suite, S. 212: Fuga Vulgaris — P.D.Q. Bach
(James "Ghoulishest" Guyer and Sarah "Chillier" Childress)
Toccata in b minor — Eugène Gigout
(Chris "Shredder" Schroeder)
Flights of Fancy: Tango Fantastico — William Albright
(Christopher "Darth Vader" Young)
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Sharon Fawbush's Birthday
Jessica Nierzwicki's Birthday
St. Simon and St. Jude, Apostles (Liturgical Color: Red)
Milvian Bridge Day
Saturday October 29, 2005
Brothers! Spiritual Growth Group meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 3.
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Hannah Steinhauer's Birthday
October 30, 2005
Reformation Sunday (Liturgical Color: Red)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Ein feste Burg, S. 720 — Johann Sebastian Bach
Entrance Hymn: A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (Lutheran Book of Worship 229)
Homily: Testimonies by the Confirmands; "Three Birthdays" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word (Lutheran Book of Worship 230)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Holy God We Praise Thy Name — John Ferguson (Adult Choir)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Amazing Grace (Lutheran Book of Worship 448)
Communion Hymn: Soul, Adorn Yourself with Gladness (Lutheran Book of Worship 224)
Sending Hymn: Now Thank We All Our God (Lutheran Book of Worship 533)
Postlude: Toccata and Fugue in d minor, S. 565 — Johann Sebastian
Bach
Deacon: Betty Smith
Lector: Linda Zellmer
Acolyte: Alex Nixon
Server: David Ellies
Ushers: Frank Nierzwicki and Paul Reynolds
Greeters: Wayne and Lois Selk
Nursery: Ronna Papesh
Council Coordinator: Jennifer Steinbachs
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 — Council Q & A (preparation for congregational meeting on November 13)
Inquirers' Class for new members and others meets in Room 3
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Ein feste Burg, S. 720 — Johann Sebastian Bach
Baptismal Hymn: I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry (With One Voice 770)
Homily: Testimonies by the Confirmands; "Three Birthdays" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word (Lutheran Book of Worship 230)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Holy God We Praise Thy Name — John Ferguson (Adult Choir)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Amazing Grace (Lutheran Book of Worship 448)
Communion Hymn: Soul, Adorn Yourself with Gladness (Lutheran Book of Worship 224)
Sending Hymn: Now Thank We All Our God (Lutheran Book of Worship 533)
Postlude: Toccata and Fugue in d minor, S. 565 — Johann Sebastian
Bach
Deacon: Andrew Klein
Lector: Allan Buhr
Acolyte: Ben Eichmiller
Server: Dean Arnold
Ushers: Phil and Lissa May
Greeters: Chris and Maren Foley
Nursery: Matt and Tiffany Shupe
Council Coordinator: Dean Arnold
Altar Care: Beverly Lingvai and Karen Blaisdell
Flowers: Frank and Mary Lou Nierzwicki
Bread and Wine: Jim and Kay Eagleman
We welcome through Holy Baptism Alexander Keith Shetterley, son of Robert and Lisa, grandson of Craig and Kathy McDonald, and brother to Eli.
Reception for Confirmands at 12:00 p.m.
Those being confirmed in the faith today are:
Emily Garl, daughter of Tim and Jennifer Garl
Celina Nierzwicki, daughter of Frank and Mary Lou Nierzwicki
Alison Welken, daughter of Wayne and Laurie Welken
Thanks also to musicians:
Phil and Lissa May, trumpets
Dave Pavolka, trombone
Kari Isaacson, horn
Lutheran Campus Ministry Lunch following the 11:00 service — all students welcome! Please gather near the kitchen. Today's lunch is provided by Lynn Weddle.
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Tish Llewellyn's Birthday
Robert Shetterley's Birthday
Monday October 31, 2005
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
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Reformation Day (Liturgical Color: Red)
Samantha Hash's Birthday
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