Monthly Emphasis for the Food Pantry
Focus for MCUM food collection during the month of July is rice, macaroni and cheese, pasta sauce, soup (no chicken noodle), juice. Also needed is toilet tissue.
Saturday July 1, 2006
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 3.
Creative Way Spiritual Growth Group meets at 10:00 a.m.
Property Committee meets at 10:00 a.m.
McKenzie Head's Birthday
Catherine Winkworth, 1878; John Mason Neale, 1866; hymnwriters (Liturgical Color: White)
July 2 to 6, 2006
The 22nd Moravian Music Festival at Capital University and Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Columbus, Ohio. This will be the first Festival held in Ohio since 1961. Dr. John V. Sinclair has accepted the invitation to return as Festival Conductor. David Blum, choir director at Church of the Redeemer Moravian Church in Dublin, Ohio (and MMF board member!) will be gathering and chairing the Festival committee.
July 2, 2006
Fourth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 6) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Preamble to a Solemn Occasion — Aaron Copland
Entrance Hymn: We Come to You for Healing, Lord (reprinted in the bulletin)
Homily: "Silent Thoughts" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: If You But Trust in God to Guide You (Lutheran Book of Worship 453)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Meditation — Leonard Bernstein
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Draw Us in the Spirit's Tether (With One Voice 703)
Sending Hymn: O Christ the Healer We Have Come (Lutheran Book of Worship 360)
Postlude: Processional — Henry Cowell
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Carolyn Sowinski
Lector: Steve Frampton
Acolyte: Sarah Isaacson
Server: Sue Berg
Ushers: Jim and Marti Doering
Greeter: Shirley Mingee
Nursery: Mary Sasse
Council Coordinator: Rick Stults
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Preamble to a Solemn Occasion — Aaron Copland
Entrance Hymn: We Come to You for Healing, Lord (reprinted in the bulletin)
Homily: "Silent Thoughts" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: If You But Trust in God to Guide You (Lutheran Book of Worship 453)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Meditation — Leonard Bernstein
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Draw Us in the Spirit's Tether (With One Voice 703)
Sending Hymn: O Christ the Healer We Have Come (Lutheran Book of Worship 360)
Postlude: Processional — Henry Cowell
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Shari Rogge-Fidler
Lector: Vicki Polansky
Acolyte: Mailyn Fidler
Server: Carol Seaman
Ushers: Phil and Lissa May
Greeter: Marian Baughman
Nursery: Matt and Tiffany Shupe
Council Coordinator: Jennifer Garl
Altar Care: Mary Sasse
Flowers: Edwin and Pauline Caldwell
Bread and Wine: Marian Baughman
Culture of Conversation in the Sanctuary at 11:15 a.m.
Joshua Lipe's Birthday
Renee Steele's Birthday
Monday July 3, 2006
Church Office Closed
[ELCA News: ELCA to Offer Global Mission Event in Amherst]
[ELCA News: Lutherans and Muslims Assess Tsunami Relief, Plan Cooperation]
[LWF News: International Christian Bodies Welcome Adoption of New Human Rights Standards]
Via de Cristo meets at 2:00 p.m.
David Caldwell's Birthday
Janet Ellis' Birthday
Tuesday July 4, 2006
[LWF News: Leader of German Lutheran Church Body Pays Tribute to LWF's Ecumenical Contribution]
[LWF News: André Golike Succeeds Zoulé as President of Lutheran Church in the Central African Republic]
[LWF News: Lutheran Paul Johnson to Serve as a Vice President of Canadian Council of Churches]
[LWF News: Canadian Lutheran World Relief Appoints Daranne Mills as Communications Director]
[LWF News: Canadian Lutheran World Relief Appoints Daranne Mills as Communications Director]
[LWF News: Bishop Andreas Stökl of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Georgia Dies]
[LWF News: Tamás Fabiny Becomes Bishop of the Northern District of Hungary's Lutheran Church]
[LWF News: Errol Inshanally Elected President of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Guyana]
July 5 to 9, 2006
Youth Gathering in San Antonio
July 5 to 8, 2006
Pilgrims (Grades 1-3) at Lutheran Hills
A great first camp experience for those entering grades 1-3. A shortened week allows four busy days of general camp activities geared towards a young age group. Enrollment is limited in order to keep living groups small and allow for extra individual attention. Activities: arts and crafts, singing, Bible study, games, swimming. $150.
Wednesday July 5, 2006
Lutheran Campus Ministry students are meeting at Rose House tonight from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. for our combined Bible Study/Faith Discussions.
Men's Ministry meets at 6:30 p.m. in Room 12.
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: Springfield standing committee asks bishop to 'explore' alternative primatial oversight]
[LCMS News: 'Acts' ministry stresses outreach through kindness]
[LCMS News: Pacific Southwest re-elects Stoterau president]
[LWF News: Youth in Church and Society Evaluation Process Culminates in Recommendations to LWF Council]
MacKenzie Colston's Birthday
July 6 to 7, 2006
Youth Group to King's Island
Thursday July 6, 2006
Finance Committee meets at 6:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: Celebration of 300 Years of Lutheran Mission Begins in India]
[ELCA News: Definitely-Abled Youth Gather for ELCA Leadership Event]
[ELCA News: Lutheran Youth Of Color Prepare For Leadership Work]
[ENS News: Four Anglican jurisdictions in Europe consider draft covenant]
[ENS News: England's churches to observe first anniversary of London bombings]
[LCMS News: LCMS housing corporation begins first fiscal year]
Allison Rullman's Birthday
Jan Hus, martyr, 1415 (Liturgical Color: Red)
Friday July 7, 2006
[ELCA News: Lutherans in India Study Ziegenbalg's Influence on Mission, Society]
[ENS News: Friday Forum: Voter registration seeks common good, expresses baptismal covenant]
[ENS News: Archbishop of Canterbury comments on Anglican Communion]
[ENS News: A History of the Church of England]
[ENS News: Women bishops in focus as Church of England's General Synod meets in York]
[LCMS News: David Rittmann, Shanghai school headmaster, dies]
[LWF News: Lutherans and Muslims Assess Tsunami Disaster Relief, Plan Cooperation]
[LWF News: Lutherans Commemorate 300 Years of Ministry in India]
[LWF News: International NGOs Call for Urgent Protection of Civilians in Gaza]
[NCC News: NCC joins CWS calling on President Bush to not stop aid through the Cuban Council of Churches]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Catholicism In Spain]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Barbara Brown Taylor]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Kurdish Refugees Sentencing]
Mychal Doering's Birthday
Saturday July 8, 2006
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m.
July 9 to 14, 2006
Trailblazers (Grades 7-9) at Lutheran Hills
A week geared for young teens entering grades 7-9, involving more advanced activities and more individual choice than for younger campers. Activities included: Bible study, canoe/hiking trips, swimming, a cookout/campout, campfire programs, and special evening activities. $240.
Senior High Servant Camp at Lutheran Hills
A Sunday afternoon through Friday afternoon camp week that includes familiar camp activities with a "servant" theme. High school campers will assist with Habitat-For-Humanity type Humanity service projects in the Lutheran Hills area and with general on-site camp property projects. Participants must be entering grades 10-12. $240.
July 9, 2006
Fifth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 7) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Lord, Thee I Love with All My Heart — Gerhard Krapf
Entrance Hymn: Rise Up, O Saints of God (Lutheran Book of Worship 383)
Homily: "My Grace is Sufficient" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: O Christ, Our Light, O Radiance True (Lutheran Book of Worship 380)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: When in the Hour of Deepest Need — Johann Sebastian Bach
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: What a Friend We Have in Jesus (Lutheran Book of Worship 439)
Sending Hymn: Savior, Again to Your Dear Name We Raise (Lutheran Book of Worship 262)
Postlude: Why Should Cross and Trial Grieve Me — Paul Kickstat
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Carolyn Sowinski
Lector: Mary Lou Nierzwicki
Acolyte: Tom Sowinski
Server: Jean Brown
Ushers: David and Debbie Nixon
Greeters: Paul and Laurel Reynolds
Nursery: Ronna Papesh
Council Coordinator: Jeff Franz
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Lord, Thee I Love with All My Heart — Gerhard Krapf
Entrance Hymn: Rise Up, O Saints of God (Lutheran Book of Worship 383)
Homily: "My Grace is Sufficient" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: O Christ, Our Light, O Radiance True (Lutheran Book of Worship 380)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God — Karen Lafferty (Carolyn and Lynae Sowinski, duet)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: What a Friend We Have in Jesus (Lutheran Book of Worship 439)
Sending Hymn: Savior, Again to Your Dear Name We Raise (Lutheran Book of Worship 262)
Postlude: Why Should Cross and Trial Grieve Me — Paul Kickstat
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Margarethe O'Connor
Lector: Jane Warner
Acolyte: Sydney Arnold
Server: Lori Rowold
Ushers: Dave and Rita Pavolka
Greeter: Bob and Jane Warner
Nursery: Rick and Rachel Stults
Altar Care: Jean Brown and Reneé Steele
Flowers: Domenic and Linda Cuffia
Bread and Wine: Pauline Caldwell
Parent of Confirmation Students (current and incoming) please meet briefly in Community Hall after the 10:15 service to review the Confirmation program.
Congregation Council meets at 6:00 p.m.
300th anniversary of the arrival of the missionary Bartolomaeus Ziegenbalg in Tranquebar, South East India.
Tim Garl's Birthday
Mark Savage's Birthday
Jan Wiersma Halverson's Birthday
Monday July 10, 2006
Sacred Space Task Force meets at 7:00 p.m. in Community Hall.
Hebrew class: Monroe Co. Parks & Recreation is offering a 12 week course on Hebrew, beginning July 10. For more information contact the instructor, Deborah, at 876-7695 or the Parks & Rec Department at 349-2800.
[ENS News: Still Sowing Seeds of Hope]
[ENS News: Southern Ohio diocese announces nominees for ninth bishop]
[ENS News: Church of England begins long process toward ordaining women bishops]
Tuesday July 11, 2006
Lutheran Campus Ministry Board meets at 6:00 p.m. at Rose House.
Young Women's Group meets at 7:00 p.m. in Community Hall.
[ELCA News: ELCA Youth Gathering Offers Life-Changing Experiences]
[ENS News: From the Presiding Bishop: A Word to the Church ]
[LWF News: LWF World Service Program in India to Become Local NGO by 2008]
[NCC News: An updated message for U.S. political debate: Love your enemy, care for the poor]
[NCC News: August 7: Breaking the Silence for the good of all families]
Benedict of Nursia, Abbot of Monte Cassino, c. 540 (Liturgical Color: White)
July 12 to 16, 2006
Senior High Youth Gathering in San Antonio
Ryan and Alicia Taylor-Byers will be representing St. Thomas with Hayley Chrzastowski, Sam Julovich, Celina Nierzwicki and Lynae Sowinski. The theme this year is Cruzando: Journey with Jesus.
Wednesday July 12, 2006
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: Tranquebar Mission Restored After 300 Years of Lutheran Ministry in India
[ELCA News: Lutheran Youth Organization Greeted by Variety of Supporters]
[ELCA News: LYO Convention Delegates Elect Officers, Board for 2006-2009]
[ENS News: Women's ordination conference welcomes international perspectives]
[ENS News: Presiding Bishop among leaders to address Global Mission Event]
[ENS News: 'Upward Bound' preparing congregational leaders to lead]
Pauline Caldwell's Birthday
Nathan Söderblom, Archbishop of Uppsala, 1931 (Liturgical Color: White)
Thursday July 13, 2006
Capital Campaign Steering Committee meets at 6:30 p.m.
[ELCA News: Lutheran Youth Organization Delegates Act on Resolutions]
[LWF News: Celebrations Mark Arrival of the First Protestant Missionary in India]
[NCC News: Let Justice Roll raising state minimum wages, pushing federal hike]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Franklin Graham on North Korea]
Friday July 14, 2006
[ELCA News: ELCA College Experiences Carbon Monoxide Leak, One Death]
[ENS News: Friday Forum: 'ONE Episcopalian' campaign supports Millennium Development Goals]
[ENS News: CBS Nightly News plans July 16 profile of Presiding Bishop-elect]
[LCMS News: Schultz re-elected in Southern District]
[LWF News: DRC Elections Provide First Opportunity for Democratic Expression Since 1965]
[NCC News: Mideast violence is futile, say NCC and CWS; urge nonviolent solution, prayers and advocacy]
[NCC News: NCC applauds House action, urges Senate passage of voting rights]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Infant Mortality]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Storefront Churches]
Samuel Polansky's Birthday
Saturday July 15, 2006
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m.
Retireds' Group outing: dinner at Mayfield's MCL Cafeteria at 5:00 pm, carpool to McCormick's Creek for Bloomington Community Band Concert at 7:00 pm. Bring a folding lawn chair.
Matt Keadle's Birthday
Vladimir, first Christian ruler of Russia, 1015; Olga, confessor, 969 (Liturgical Color: White)
July 16 to 21, 2006
Pioneers (Grades 4-6) at Lutheran Hills
A lively week packed with activities for upper elementary youth entering grades 4-6: hiking, swimming, arts and crafts, Bible study, singing, campfire programs, small group and all camp games. $240.
Trailblazers (Grades 7-9) at Lutheran Hills
A week geared for young teens entering grades 7-9, involving more advanced activities and more individual choice than for younger campers. Activities included: Bible study, canoe/hiking trips, swimming, a cookout/campout, campfire programs, and special evening activities. $240.
Leadership Training School for youth in grades 10-12
I-K Synod Outdoor Ministries offers the Leadership Training School for young, emerging Christian leaders at Camp Lutherwald.
I-K Synod pastors and youth ministry leaders will introduce youth to the principles of Christian leadership through workshops, special speakers, and the small group experience.
Registration is limited to those high school students who are recommended by their pastors and sponsored by their congregations.
July 16, 2006
Sixth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 8) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Entrance Hymn: Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing (Lutheran Book of Worship 499)
Homily: "Admirers or Disciples?" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Let Justice Flow Like Streams (With One Voice 763)
Responses to the Word
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Cup of Blessing That We Share (Lutheran Book of Worship 204)
Sending Hymn: Lead On, O King Eternal (Lutheran Book of Worship 495)
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Kris Stewart
Lector: Mary Lou Nierzwicki
Acolyte: Alex Nixon
Server: Lyman Hitchcock
Ushers: Ruth Engs and Jeff Franz
Greeter: David Ellies
Nursery: Joan Burt
Council Coordinator: Jeff Franz
A Time of Preparation
Entrance Hymn: Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing (Lutheran Book of Worship 499)
Homily: "Admirers or Disciples?" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Let Justice Flow Like Streams (With One Voice 763)
Responses to the Word
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Cup of Blessing That We Share (Lutheran Book of Worship 204)
Sending Hymn: Lead On, O King Eternal (Lutheran Book of Worship 495)
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Margarethe O'Connor
Lector: Janet Ellis
Acolyte: Jacob Buhr
Server: Sharon Fawbush
Ushers: Sam and Melissa Eichmiller
Greeter: Deborah O'Brien
Nursery: LeAnn Lipe and Sarah Isaacson
Council Coordinator: Matt Shupe
Altar Care: Laurel Reynolds and Karen Blaisdell
Flowers: Carl Ziegler
Bread and Wine: Deborah O'Brien
We welcome the new Lutheran Campus Ministers, Rev. Kelli Skram and Mr. Jeff Schacht, to Bloomington and St. Thomas today. They will be introduced and worship with us at 8:30 and will also be introduced at the 10:15 service. Jeff and Kelli have two children, Natalie, age 3 and Matthew, age 18 months.
Community Kitchen and Bloomington Playwrights Project unite to fight Hunger: The annual Acting Against Hunger benefit will take place July 16 at 107 W. 9th Street. The event includes a wine and cheese reception from 6-6:30 pm, a nutritious dinner of various types of beans and rice from 6:30-7:15 pm, and performances of short plays and readings concerning homelessness and hunger beginning at 7:30 pm. Cost is $30 for one person, $55 for two, $75 for three and $90 for four people. Call the BPP at 334-1188 to make a reservation.
Alicia Taylor-Byers' Birthday
Monday July 17, 2006
August Newsletter Deadline
Via de Cristo meets at 2:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: ELCA Pastor's Death at Roanoke College is Under Investigation]
[ELCA News: ELCA Presiding Bishop Urges Lutheran Youth to 'Speak the Truth']
[ELCA News: ELCA Presiding Bishop Addresses Middle East Crisis]
[ENS News: Burundi's Archbishop prepares for Washington summit, visits Church Center]
[ENS News: Anglican women in Africa: 'the priority is for life']
[LCMS News: Nine Concordia University students evacuate Israel]
[LCMS News: Central Illinois re-elects Bueltmann]
Bartolomé de Las Casas, missionary to the Indies, 1566 (Liturgical Color: White)
Tuesday July 18, 2006
[ELCA News: 'Servant Life' Projects Highlight ELCA Youth Gathering]
[ENS News: Two retired bishops die]
[LCMS News: LWR offers 'study visits' to Nicaragua, Holy Land]
[LCMS News: Reps at AALC-LCMS talks recommend fellowship]
[LCMS News: Concordia, River Forest, adds 'Chicago' to name]
[LWF News: Lutheran Missionary's Legacy Hailed at Tranquebar Tercentenary Celebrations in India]
[LWF News: LWF 60th Anniversary Celebrations to Include a Church Leadership Consultation]
[LWF News: Middle East: Only Extremism Will Benefit from Continuation of the Violence]
Loren Rullman's Birthday
Wednesday July 19, 2006
Lutheran Campus Ministry students are meeting at Rose House tonight from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. for our combined Bible Study/Faith Discussions.
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.
Amanda Leaf's Birthday
Carl Ziegler's Birthday
Thursday July 20, 2006
Youth Group Lake Party at Bob and Jane Warner's
Sacred Space Design Task Force meets at 7:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: ELCA Offers Resources for Possible Flu Pandemic ]
[ELCA News: New Jersey Bishop, Denomination Leaders Address Welfare Reform]
[ENS News: Investiture of 26th Presiding Bishop: Ticketing announcement set for July 26]
[ENS News: Presiding Bishop signs statement on Gaza, Hezbollah-Israel conflicts]
[ENS News: CBS Evening News plans July 23 profile of Presiding Bishop-elect]
[ENS News: Welfare ended, poverty remains, Griswold, mainline leaders tell Congress]
[ENS News: CREDO report says individual wellness affects entire church]
[LWF News: World Methodist Council to Affirm Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification]
[NCC News: Christian leaders worldwide united in calls for end to Mideast violence]
Friday July 21, 2006
[ELCA News: ELCA Youth Gathering Raises More Than $1 Million]
[ENS News: Religious leaders advocate for immigration reform at Faith and Migration conference]
[ENS News: Federal stem-cell research falls to President Bush's first veto]
[ENS News: Griswold, other church leaders press Bush to call for Hezbollah-Israel ceasefire]
[NCC News: NCC joins call for US brokered cease-fire in Mideast]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Mission Aviation Fellowship]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Dr. Francis Collins]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Spiritual Chanting]
Kari Isaacson's Birthday
Alexis Smith's Birthday
Saturday July 22, 2006
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m.
Hayley Chrzastowski's Birthday
St. Mary Magdalene (Liturgical Color: White)
July 23 to 28, 2006
Performing Arts Camp (Grades 4-9) at Lutheran Hills
A special week offered at Lutheran Hills. Performing Arts Camp is for youth who love singing and performing. Campers spend 4-5 hours each day working on a high energy Christian musical. A final choreographed production is presented to parents, families, and participants of XYZ Day on Friday afternoon, July 29 at 2:00 pm. Mr. Bob Sisson returns for his 12th season as director. $240.
Guitar Camp (Grades 6-9) at Lutheran Hills
A week for beginning guitarists who want to learn to play their favorite camp songs, refine guitar skills, or simply want to learn playing the guitar for the first time. Along with the usual great camp activities, participants spend three hours daily in class. Luke Simpson, professional musician, will lead the program and be assisted by other guitar-playing summer staff. Participants will take home a personal copy of the camp songbook, give a guitar concert at a local nursing home, and play a concert for family members prior to Friday afternoon pickup on July 28th. (This same program is also offered at Lake Luther, June 12-17). $240.
July 23, 2006
Seventh Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 9) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: The Lord's My Shepherd, I'll Not Want — Harold Darke
Entrance Hymn: God is Here! (With One Voice 719)
Homily: "Bind Us Together" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Oh, Praise the Gracious Power (With One Voice 750)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Jesus, Priceless Treasure — Gary R. Smoke
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Father, We Thank You (With One Voice 704)
Sending Hymn: Great Is Thy Faithfulness (With One Voice 771)
Postlude: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty — Jan Bender
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Kris Stewart
Lector: Gene Laughman
Acolyte: Haeun Cho
Server: Kathleen Boggess
Ushers: Frank Nierzwicki and Paul Reynolds
Greeter: Bob Cutter
Nursery: Pauline Caldwell
Council Coordinator: Nancy Winningham
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: The Lord's My Shepherd, I'll Not Want — Harold Darke
Entrance Hymn: God is Here! (With One Voice 719)
Homily: "Bind Us Together" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Oh, Praise the Gracious Power (With One Voice 750)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Jesus, Priceless Treasure — Gary R. Smoke
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Father, We Thank You (With One Voice 704)
Sending Hymn: Great Is Thy Faithfulness (With One Voice 771)
Postlude: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty — Jan Bender
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Kris Frampton
Lector: Sharon Fawbush
Acolyte: Hannah Fidler
Server: Helen Mayfield
Ushers: Tim Moore and Dean Arnold
Greeters: Dave and Rita Pavolka
Nursery: Sandy and Sydney Arnold
Council Coordinator: Matt Shupe
Altar Care: Shirley Mingee and Karen Blaisdell
Flowers: David Ellies
Bread and Wine: Rick and Susan Goldsworthy
At 11:30 in Heritage Hall, members will have an opportunity to meet the architect who has been selected to re-design our building to meet our growing space needs and in general, make enhancements to our space. There will be a review of the selection process done by the Sacred Space Design Task Force, and a review of items deemed important to the design. Your additions and comments are welcome.
Youth Group meets from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Birgitta of Sweden, 1373 (Liturgical Color: White)
Laurel Reynolds' Birthday
Monday July 24, 2006
[ENS News: Presiding Bishop preaches in Knightsbridge]
[ENS News: African interfaith summit sees strong Anglican presence, underscores connectedness]
[LCMS News: Hoesman re-elected to fourth term in Michigan]
Andrew Fawbush's Birthday
Pioneer Day - Mormon
Tuesday July 25, 2006
Young Women's Group meets from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
[ENS News: Anglican Communion Network proposes using Thirty-Nine Articles as 'as correctives to doctrinal abuses']
[LWF News: Rwanda—Never Again to Genocide]
St. James the Elder, Apostle (Liturgical Color: Red)
Wednesday July 26, 2006
Lutheran Campus Ministry students are meeting at Rose House tonight from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. for our combined Bible Study/Faith Discussions.
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.
Ana Hanson's Birthday
July 27 to 30, 2006
Global Mission Event in Amherst, Massachusetts
Thursday July 27, 2006
[LCMS News: Lutherans in Black ministry celebrate 'Crossing Over']
[LCMS News: Zeuch accepts call as Canada sem president]
[LCMS News: LFL stresses cherishing children, biblical truth]
[LCMS News: Int'l LLL convention stresses congregational outreach]
[LCMS News: Commentary: Helping church workers caught in 'economic pandemic']
[LWF News: Methodists' Affirmation of Lutheran-Roman Catholic Agreement Represents a New Ecumenical Landmark]
[NCC News: Seeing the 'other' as a fellow human being: A reflection on the Middle East Crisis]
[NCC News: A 'Season of Prayer' for Peace in the Middle East: an online opportunity from the NCC's Interfaith ministry]
Jaydene Laros' Birthday
Dawn Smith's Birthday
Carolyn Sowinski's Birthday
Friday July 28, 2006
XYZ Day at Lutheran Hills from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Retireds Group will meet at the church for carpooling at 9:15 a.m. to go to Lutheran Hills for bible study, lunch, and a play presented by campers.
[ELCA News: Presiding Bishops Hanson, Griswold Address ELCA Global Mission Event]
[ENS News: Gaza Palestinians need relief from continuing humanitarian crisis]
[ENS News: Lutheran/Episcopal partnership upheld at Global Mission Event in Amherst]
[ENS News: Filipino church demolished to make way for government project]
[ENS News: South Carolina Standing Committee announces three nominees for bishop]
[LCMS News: LCMS World Relief aids flood-hit congregations]
[LCMS News: 'Protect My Ministry' joins National Contract Program]
[LWF News: Holy Land Lutheran Bishop Urges Negotiations Around Unsolved Israeli-Palestinian Conflict to Stop War]
[NCC Orthodox prelate adds voice to worldwide calls for peace in Israel, Lebanon and Palestine]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Mideast Conflict]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Megachurches]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: The Jesuits]
Ashley Reynolds' Birthday
Carl Smith's Birthday
Johann Sebastian Bach, 1750; Heinrich Schütz, 1672; George Frederick Handel, 1759; musicians (Liturgical Color: White)
Saturday July 29, 2006
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m.
Mary, Martha and Lazarus of Bethany (Liturgical Color: White)
Olaf, King of Norway, martyr, 1030 (Liturgical Color: Red)
July 30 to August 4, 2006
Pioneers (Grades 4-6) at Lutheran Hills
A lively week packed with activities for upper elementary youth entering grades 4-6: hiking, swimming, arts and crafts, Bible study, singing, campfire programs, small group and all camp games. $240.
Trailblazers (Grades 7-9) at Lutheran Hills
A week geared for young teens entering grades 7-9, involving more advanced activities and more individual choice than for younger campers. Activities included: Bible study, canoe/hiking trips, swimming, a cookout/campout, campfire programs, and special evening activities. $240.
July 30, 2006
Eighth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 10) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Glories of Your Name Are Spoken — John Knowles Paine
Entrance Hymn: Guide Me Ever, Great Redeemer (Lutheran Book of Worship 343)
Homily: "Fish and Bread" — Ryan Taylor-Byers
Hymn of the Day: Break Now the Bread of Life (Lutheran Book of Worship 235)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Christ Be My Leader — Derek Healey
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: For the Bread Which You Have Broken (Lutheran Book of Worship 200)
Sending Hymn: O Jesus, I Have Promised (Lutheran Book of Worship 503)
Postlude: Jesus Has Come and Brings Pleasure
Eternal — John A. Behnike
Presider: Pastor Walter Johnson
Deacon: Kathleen Boggess
Lector: Gail Seegert
Acolyte: Hannah Wood
Server: Barb Unger
Ushers: Larry and Sue Berg
Greeter: Bruce and Susan Colston
Nursery: Nancy Winningham
Council Coordinator: Kari Isaacson
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Glories of Your Name Are Spoken — John Knowles Paine
Entrance Hymn: Guide Me Ever, Great Redeemer (Lutheran Book of Worship 343)
Homily: "Fish and Bread" — Ryan Taylor-Byers
Hymn of the Day: Break Now the Bread of Life (Lutheran Book of Worship 235)
Responses to the Word
Offertory: Christ Be My Leader — Derek Healey
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: For the Bread Which You Have Broken (Lutheran Book of Worship 200)
Sending Hymn: O Jesus, I Have Promised (Lutheran Book of Worship 503)
Postlude: Jesus Has Come and Brings Pleasure
Eternal — John A. Behnike
Presider: Pastor Walter Johnson
Deacon: Kris Frampton
Lector: Deb Moore
Acolyte: Andrew Eichmiller
Server: Deborah O'Brien
Ushers: Mark and Sue Head
Greeters: Lori Rowold
Nursery: Penny and Jacob Buhr
Council Coordinator: Kari Isaacson
Altar Care: Jean Brown and Pauline Caldwell
Bread and Wine: Jim and Kay Eagleman
Flowers: Dean and Sandy Arnold
Mission Endowment Fund meets at 11:20 a.m. in Room 12.
Youth Group Girl's Night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Youth Group Guy's Night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Monday July 31, 2006
Via de Cristo meets at 2:00 p.m.
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
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Hannah Wood's Birthday
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