June to September, 2007
Please note: Due to construction, no outside groups will be scheduled for facility use. Because of very limited space all church committees and groups should check with the church office before scheduling meetings to make sure there is space. Upon completion of construction, sometime this fall, we will welcome community groups to schedule the use of our facility
Friday June 1, 2007
Euchre Night at 7:00 p.m. in Room 17.
[ENS News: A conversation about democracy and hope with U.N. Observer Hellen Wangusa]
[ENS News: Disaffected, breakaway bishops plan September meeting]
[ENS News: Bishops' Theology Committee offers Primates' communiqué study document]
[NCC News: NCC's Edgar sees more work for a living wage in America]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Criminalizing the Homeless]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: TV Ministries]
Justin martyr at Rome, c. 165 (Liturgical Color: Red)
Saturday June 2, 2007
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 3.
Property Committee meets at 10:00 a.m.
June 3, 2007
Holy Trinity (Liturgical Color: White)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Sonata in A Major, Op.101: Movement One — Ludwig van Beethoven
Entrance Hymn: Holy, Holy, Holy (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 413)
Homily: "Suffering, Hope, and God" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Father Most Holy (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 415)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: "Prelude in C Major" — Johann Sebastian Bach
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Come Join the Dance of the Trinity (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 412)
Communion Hymn: Now the Silence (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 460)
Sending Hymn: Come Thou Almighty King (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 408)
Postlude: Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: "Prelude in C Major" — Johann Sebastian Bach
Presider: Pastor Kelli Skram
Deacon: Carolyn Sowinski
Lector: David Ellies
Acolyte: Alex Nixon
Server: Linda Zellmer
Ushers: Ruth Engs and Jeff Franz
Greeter: Shirly Mingee
Nursery: Pauline Caldwell
Council Coordinator: Nancy Winningham
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Sonata in A Major, Op. 101: Movement One — Ludwig van Beethoven
Entrance Hymn: Holy, Holy, Holy (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 413)
Homily: "Suffering, Hope, and God" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Father Most Holy (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 415)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: As Torrents in Summer — Edward Elgar (Adult Choir)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Come Join the Dance of the Trinity (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 412)
Communion Hymn: Now the Silence (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 460)
Sending Hymn: Come Thou Almighty King (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 408)
Postlude: Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I: "Prelude in C Major" — Johann Sebastian Bach
Presider: Pastor Kelli Skram
Deacon: Lynn Weddle
Lector: Sharon Fawbush
Acolyte: Meg Garl
Server: Kathy McDonald
Ushers: Dean Arnold and Tim Moore
Greeter: Margrethe O'Connor
Nursery: LeAnn Lipe
Council Coordinator: Brad Dahlberg
Altar Care: Jean Brown
Bread and Wine: Mary Sasse
Flowers: David Ellies and Tim and Jennifer Garl
Culture of Conversation in the Sanctuary following the 10:15 service
Congratulations to high school graduates:
Scott Bauer
Kelley Brinley
Mackenzie Colston
Anna Isaacson
Katie Schmidt
Alexis Smith
Erin Smith
School's OUT Youth Party at 1:00 p.m at Thompson Park.
The martyrs of Uganda, 1888 (Liturgical Color: Red)
John XXIII, Bishop of Rome, 1963 (Liturgical Color: White)
Monday June 4, 2007
[ELCA News: ELCA's Mosaic Television Reports African Story of Forgiveness]
[ENS News: Caribbean Anglican Consultation reinforces vocation of mission and ministry]
[ENS News: Senate Committee to hear Presiding Bishop's concerns on global warming]
[ENS News: 'Hunger for wisdom and foolishness,' Presiding Bishop tells Seabury graduates]
[ENS News: Episcopal Café serves up nourishing spiritual food online]
[ENS News: Memorial eucharist for Northern Michigan Bishop James Kelsey set for June 8]
[LWF News: Anglican-Lutheran Commission Welcomes LWF Statement on Episcopal Ministry]
[WCC News: Latvia and Estonia: post-communist challenges demand new responses from the churches]
Tuesday June 5, 2007
[ELCA News: Jessica Crist Elected Bishop of ELCA Montana Synod]
[ELCA News: H. Julian Gordy Elected Bishop of ELCA Southeastern Synod]
[ELCA News: Duane Pederson Elected Bishop of ELCA Northwest Synod of Wisconsin]
[ENS News: North American Association for the Diaconate to meet June 21-24 in Seattle]
[ENS News: World Environment Day celebrated by Episcopal Relief and Development]
[WCC News: Churches call for end to occupation of Palestinian territories]
[WCC News: Darfur crisis sparked off over water; smaller water conflicts also lethal says water conference]
[WCC News: Global Ecumenical Network to examine impact of migration on churches worldwide]
[WCC News: WCC general secretary to speak at the "Kirchentag"]
Boniface, Bishop of Mainz, missionary to Germany, martyr, 754 (Liturgical Color: Red)
Wednesday June 6, 2007
Safe Sanctuaries meets at 6:30 p.m. in Rooms 16 and 17.
Mens' Group meets at 7:30 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
Worship with Holy Communion at 7:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: Michael Rinehart Elected Bishop of ELCA Texas-Louisiana G\ ulf Coast Synod]
[ELCA News: Daryl Koenig, Former Director of the ELCA National Youth Gathering, Dies]
[ENS News: Executive Council to meet in Parsippany June 11-14]
[ENS News: Peace in Israel/Palestine reaffirmed as Church marks 40th anniversary of 1967 war]
[ENS News: Charles Robertson named Canon to Presiding Bishop]
Thursday June 7, 2007
Finance Committe meets at 6:00 p.m. in the Office.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
[ELCA News: David Zellmer Elected Bishop of the ELCA South Dakota Synod]
[ELCA News: Edward Leonard III Named President of ELCA's Bethany College]
[ENS News: Good preaching begins in good seminary homiletics programs, study suggests]
[NCC News: Faith leaders call for climate policy to help people in poverty]
[WCC News: Darfur crisis sparked off over water; smaller water conflicts also lethal says water conference]
[WCC News: Globalization as much as religion to blame for contemporary conflicts, Kobia says]
[WCC News: Week of church witness for peace includes Jerusalem prayers, a Washington rally and 14,609 olive trees]
Seattle, chief of the Duwamish Confederacy, 1866 (Liturgical Color: White)
June 8 to 10, 2007
Indiana-Kentucky Synod Assembly at the Fort Wayne Convention Center
The 2007 Assembly theme is "Sent by God for the Sake of the World"
Friday June 8, 2007
Indiana-Kentucky Synod Council Meeting at the Fort Wayne Convention Center
ELCA Anti-Hunger Advocacy Day
[ELCA News: ELCA Churchwide Assembly to Meet in Chicago, Aug. 6-11]
[ENS News: Bishops Stephen Jecko, Frederick Putnam die on same day]
[ENS News: Wholeness, humility ought to mark Anglican/Episcopal preaching, Troeger says]
[LWF News: 40th Anniversary of Six-Day War: An Occasion to Revive Vision of Peace in Holy Land]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Down Syndrome]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: E. O. Wilson]
June 9 to 12, 2007
Sowing Seeds: Grow the Movement to Overcome Hunger and Poverty in Washington D.C.
An Interfaith anti-hunger advocacy event at American University, Washington, D.C. Registration deadline May 25
Join Bread for the World and thousands of people of faith, who will gather to launch a renewed movement to end hunger and poverty in the United States and around the world. Come to develop skills for motivating others and mobilizing faith communities, strategize ways to best influence decision-makers, and visit your representative's and senators' offices to speak out for hungry people.
Saturday June 9, 2007
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m.
Lutheran Hills Children's Day & Open House
A day for children (ages 1-10) and parents where all the fun stuff of camp is packed into one Saturday from 10:00 am. to 3:00 pm. Activities include: camp hiking tour, arts & crafts, swimming (be sure to bring your swim suit and towel), lunch, campfire program, games, and lots more. The entire day is Free for the entire family!
[ENS News: Bill Moyers Journal features Presiding Bishop]
[ENS News: The heart of ministry: the death and life of Jim Kelsey]
Columba, 597; Aidan, 651; and Bede, 735, renewers of the church (Liturgical Color: White)
June 10 to 15, 2007
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. $260.
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. $260.
June 10, 2007
Second Sunday After Pentecost (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Variations on "Come With Us, O Blessed Jesus — Johann Pachelbel
Entrance Hymn: When Morning Gilds the Skies (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 853)
Homily: "The Word of Christ" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Awake, O Sleeper, Rise From Death (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 452)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Sonata in F Major — Georg Philip Telemann (Dana Barron, flute)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: I Am the Bread of Life (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 485)
Communion Hymn: Come With Us, O Blessed Jesus (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 501)
Sending Hymn: Jesus Lives, My Sure Defense (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 621)
Postlude: Jesus Lives, My Sure Defense — Paul Manz
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Kris Frampton
Lector: Barb Unger
Server: Gail Seegert
Ushers: Frank Nierzwicki and Paul Reynolds
Nursery: Mary Sasse
Council Coordinator: David Nixon
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Variations on "Come With Us, O Blessed Jesus — Johann Pachelbel
Entrance Hymn: When Morning Gilds the Skies (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 853)
Homily: "The Word of Christ" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Awake, O Sleeper, Rise From Death (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 452)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Sonata in F Major — Georg Philip Telemann (Dana Barron, flute)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: I Am the Bread of Life (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 485)
Communion Hymn: Come With Us, O Blessed Jesus (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 501)
Sending Hymn: Jesus Lives, My Sure Defense (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 621)
Postlude: Jesus Lives, My Sure Defense — Paul Manz
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Eric Isaacson
Lector: Dave Pavolka
Acolyte: Sarah Julovich
Server: Betty Smith
Ushers: Ben and Melissa Eichmiller
Greeter: Lori Rowold
Nursery: LeAnn Lipe and Haley Garl
Council Coordinator: Melissa Eichmiller
Altar Care: Shirley Mingee and Karen Blaisdell
Bread and Wine: Linda Zellmer
Flowers: Eric and Kari Isaacson
Congregation Council meets at 6:00 p.m.
Monday June 11, 2007
[ELCA News: Lawrence Wohlrabe Elected Bishop of ELCA Northwestern Minnesota Synod]
[ELCA News: B. Penrose Hoover Elected Bishop of ELCA Lower Susquehanna Synod]
[ELCA News: Wayne Miller Elected Bishop of ELCA Metropolitan Chicago Synod]
[ENS News: HIV/AIDS awareness, education focus of standing committee, national coalition work]
[ENS News: California congregation shelters mother facing deportation]
[ENS News: ONE Vote launched to make global poverty issues key to presidential race]
[ENS News: Executive Council prepares for communiqué response]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: The Story of the Hebrew Book]
St. Barnabas, Apostle (Liturgical Color: Red)
Tuesday June 12, 2007
[ELCA News: Richard Graham Elected Bishop of ELCA Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Synod]
[ACNS News: Cuban Episcopalians Welcome New Bishops Suffragan]
[ENS News: Young adult gathering, 'Camino: A Sacred Journey,' set for San Francisco September 21-23]
[ENS News: Executive Council meets at, tours renovated Church Center]
[NCC News: NCC joins faith leaders' call for child health plan]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: John Donne]
[WCC News: Churches to gather for international conference on Middle East peace, launch of new advocacy forum]
Wednesday June 13, 2007
Thursday June 14, 2007
Youth Group: Volunteer for Pages for Prisoners
We will make up for our previously cancelled Pages for Prisoners service project this week! Volunteer times are Thursday (6/14) from 7-9pm and Sunday (6/17) from 2-5pm. We signed up for two days in hopes that at least one will be convenient for everyone. Youth are welcome to come for some or all of one or both days. Volunteering takes place at Boxcar Books at 3rd/Washington downtown. Call (272-6770) or email Doug Doblar for more details, or check out the posting at stlcyouthgroup.blogspot.com
[ENS News: The Episcopal Church's Commitment to Common Life in the Anglican Communion]
[ENS News: Executive Council declines to participate in Primates' 'pastoral scheme,' says only Convention makes policy]
[ENS News: Kenyan Primate to consecrate bishop for North America]
[ENS News: Executive Council puts disaffected dioceses on notice about constitutional changes]
[WCC News: Villagers in eastern Uganda tackle water scarcity through Anglican partnerships]
Basil the Great, Bishop of Caesarea, 379; Gregory, Bishop of Nyssa, c. 385; Gregory, of Nazianzus, Bishop of Constantinople, c. 389; Macrina, teacher, c. 379 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday June 15, 2007
[ENS News: Church pressures travel industry on sex trafficking]
[ENS News: Arizona church's Day Labor Center intensifies immigration debate]
[ENS News: Search underway for National Council of Churches general secretary]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Street Children of Brazil]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Immigrant Sanctuary Movement]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Remembering Ruth Graham]
Sacred Heart of Jesus - Catholic Christian
Saturday June 16, 2007
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 17.
Property Committee meets at 9:00 a.m.
VOLUNTEERS ARE WELCOME this Saturday from 9:00 to 12:00 to help with demolition and with moving the office.
June 17 to 22, 2007
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. $260.
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. $260.
June 17, 2007
Third Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 5) (Liturgical Color: Green)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Symphonie-Gothique: "Andante sostenuto" — Charles-Marie Widor
Entrance Hymn: Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 865)
Homily: Pastor Kelli Skram
Hymn of the Day: How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 620)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Veni Creator: "Duo" — Nicolas de Grigny
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Just As I Am, Without One Plea (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 592)
Communion Hymn: Jesus Loves Me! (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 595)
Sending Hymn: My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 597)
Postlude: Symphonie II: "Final" — Charles-Marie Widor
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Carolyn Sowinski
Lector: Walt Wood
Server: Kathleen Boggess
Ushers: Larry and Sue Berg
Council Coordinator: Matt Shupe
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Symphonie-Gothique: "Andante sostenuto" — Charles-Marie Widor
Entrance Hymn: Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 865)
Homily: Pastor Kelli Skram
Hymn of the Day: How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 620)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: O My Saviour — Gordon Young
(Lynae and Carolyn Sowinski, soprano duo)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Just As I Am, Withou One Plea (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 592)
Communion Hymn: Jesus Loves Me! (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 595)
Sending Hymn: My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 597)
Postlude: Symphonie II: "Final" — Charles-Marie Widor
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Eric Isaacson
Lector: Kathy McDonald
Acolyte: Haley Garl
Server: Allan Mayfield
Ushers: Rita Pavolka and Jennifer Garl
Greeters: Allan and Helen Mayfield
Council Coordinator: Jennifer Garl
Altar Care: Gail Seegert and Pauline Caldwell
Bread and Wine: Jim and Suzanne Halvorson
Flowers: Ron and Jean Brown
You have an opportunity to support the "Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Act" (S. 1105). A representative of the Human Rights Campaign, Matt Brunner, is available this morning in the narthex to answer questions and assist with letter-writing for this bill desgined to expand enforcement options for hate crimes (with existing protections related to race, color, religion and national origin) to include those related to sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and disability.
Youth Group: Volunteer for Pages for Prisoners
We will make up for our previously cancelled Pages for Prisoners service project this week! Volunteer times are Thursday (6/14) from 7-9pm and Sunday (6/17) from 2-5pm. We signed up for two days in hopes that at least one will be convenient for everyone. Youth are welcome to come for some or all of one or both days. Volunteering takes place at Boxcar Books at 3rd/Washington downtown. Call (272-6770) or email Doug Doblar for more details, or check out the posting at stlcyouthgroup.blogspot.com
Nursery Update
During this construction phase, there is no staffed nursery available. However, there is an area in Heritage Hall that parents are welcome to use to provide necessary care for their children.
Monday June 18, 2007
[ELCA News: Kurt Kusserow Elected Bishop of ELCA Southwestern Pennsylvania Synod]
[ELCA News: Robert Driesen Elected Bishop of ELCA Upper Susquehanna Synod]
[ENS News: GreenFaith announces national Fellowship Program for environmental leadership]
[ENS News: Mark MacDonald affirmed as bishop for Navajoland Area Mission]
[NCC News: Memories of two Faith and Order founders' honored by bequest]
[WCC News: WCC general secretary to visit Palestine/Israel]
Tuesday June 19, 2007
[ELCA News: Lutheran Magazine For Toddlers Now Available]
[ELCA News: ELCA to Offer Global Mission Event in Columbus, July 19-22]
[ENS News: Trinity Institute's 38th theological conference set for January 2008]
[ENS News: Executive Council resolution on constitutions generates mixed reactions]
Wednesday June 20, 2007
Haugen Vespers at 7:00 p.m.
Thursday June 21, 2007
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m.
[ELCA News: Victor M. Rodriguez, Former Lutheran President of Caribbean, Dies]
[ENS News: Bonnie Anderson discusses Episcopal Church's response to Windsor Report with Canadian General Synod]
[ENS News: Lost Boy's journey leads to priesthood]
[WCC News: Church representatives from six continents launch forum for peace in Palestine/Israel]
[WCC News: Churches need to speak more strongly on migrants' rights says Ecumenical Network on Migration]
Onesimos Nesib, translator, evangelist, 1931 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday June 22, 2007
[ENS News: Canada elects Fred Hiltz as 13th Primate]
[ENS News: Jerusalem Bishop appeals for emergency aid]
[ENS News: On the road in Western Kansas with the Presiding Bishop]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Advertising Ethics]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: U.S. Senate Chaplain Barry Black]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Bearing Witness]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: The Pope and the Saint]
Saturday June 23, 2007
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m.
[ News: Mark MacDonald installed as Canada's first National Indigenous Anglican Bishop]
[ News: ERD receives leadership gift to support women's empowerment programs]
June 24 to 29, 2007
Reading Camp "Cadet" Program at Lutheran Hills
If you are a junior in high school or older and considering to be a teachers someday, you'll want to check this out. "Cadets" are volunteers who assist our professional teaching staff with 4th and 5th grade READING CAMP students. There is no cost but volunteers must submit a formal application and interview. Only 6 are chosen each summer. For more info, contact the LOM-IK office.
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. $260.
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. $260.
June 24, 2007
Fourth Sunday After Pentecost (Proper 6) (Liturgical Color: Green)
Homily: "Freed From and For" — Ellen Mills
Hymn of the Day: In Christ There Is No East or West (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 650)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Elijah: "O Rest in the Lord" — Felix Mendelssohn (Sarah Jensvold Slover, mezzo-soprano)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Soul, Adorn Yourself With Gladness (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 488)
Communion Hymn: Strengthen for Service, Lord (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 497)
Sending Hymn: O Living Bread From Heaven (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 542)
Postlude: Veni creator: "Dialogues sur les Grand Jeux" — Nicolas de Grigny
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Kris Frampton
Lector: Steve Frampton
Server: Shirley Mingee
Ushers: Jim and Marti Doering
Greeters: Ron and Jean Brown
Council Coordinator: Jeff Franz
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Veni creator: "Plein jeu" and "Fugue à 5" — Nicolas de Grigny
Entrance Hymn: Rise, Shine, You People! (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 665)
Homily: "Freed From and For" — Ellen Mills
Hymn of the Day: In Christ There Is No East or West (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 650)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Elijah: "O Rest in the Lord" — Felix Mendelssohn (Sarah Jensvold Slover, mezzo-soprano)
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Soul, Adorn Yourself With Gladness (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 488)
Communion Hymn: Strengthen for Service, Lord (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 497)
Sending Hymn: O Living Bread From Heaven (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 542)
Postlude: Veni creator: "Dialogues sur les Grand Jeux" — Nicolas de Grigny
Presider: Pastor Lyle McKee
Deacon: Shari Fidler
Lector: Jennifer Garl
Acolyte: Mailyn Fidler
Server: Katie Anderson
Ushers: Phil and Lissa May
Greeter: Chris Ogan
Council Coordinator: Jennifer Garl
Altar Care: Mary Sasse
Bread and Wine: Larry and Sue Berg
Guest homilist Ellen Mills
Ellen is a member of St. Thomas who just completed her third year of seminary. She begins her parish internship this summer. Following that, she will have one semester of seminary left before being ready to receive a call to serve a Lutheran Church. We congratulate Ellen on her achievements and look forward to having her in the pulpit here for the first time.
Nursery Update
During this construction phase, there is no staffed nursery available. However, there is an area in Heritage Hall that parents are welcome to use to provide necessary care for their children.
[ENS News: Canada rejects local options for blessing same-gender unions]
[ENS News: Church's 400-year heritage is fabric 'woven together with prayer']
John the Baptist (Liturgical Color: White)
June 25 to 29, 2007
Campus Ministry Conference: Centennial Celebration at Loyola University—Water Tower Campus in Chicago
"Expanding Minds, Deepening Faith, Inspiring Service"
Monday June 25, 2007
Safe Sanctuaries meets at 6:30 p.m. in Room 17.
[ELCA News: Lutheran Campus Ministry Celebrates Centennial June 25-29]
[ELCA News: Lutheran, Ecumenical High School Youth Tour With Original Musical]
[ENS News: United Thank Offering announces 2007 mission grants]
[ENS News: Journalist Nir Rosen brings message for World Refugee Day]
[WCC News: Churches in Jerusalem welcome WCC's new advocacy initiative for peace in Palestine/Israel]
Presentation of the Augsburg Confession, 1530; Philipp Melanchthon, renewer of the church, 1560 (Liturgical Color: White)
Tuesday June 26, 2007
[ELCA News: Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada Elects Susan Johnson National Bishop]
[ELCA News: ELCA Mission Investment Fund Helps 'Build the Church']
[ENS News: HipHopEMass set to hold summer music school in August]
[ENS News: Deacons told to explore new opportunities for ministry]
[ENS News: Appeals court favors Episcopal Church, diocese in Los Angeles property cases]
Wednesday June 27, 2007
[ELCA News: ELCA to Offer Racial-E\thnic Multicultural Event in Los Angeles, July 12-15]
[LWF News: Susan Johnson’s Election Reflects Commitment to Be an Inclusive Communion, Says LWF General Secretary]
[WCC News: WCC to strengthen churches' peace efforts in Palestine/Israel
Cyril Bishop of Alexandria, 444 (Liturgical Color: White)
Thursday June 28, 2007
[ENS News: Episcopal Migration Ministries announces small grants program]
[ENS News: Episcopal booksellers enrich summer, year-round reading]
[ENS News: Children of incarcerated find unconditional love at summer camp]
[WCC News: "They have stolen the nights of Baghdad from us"]
Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons, 444 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday June 29, 2007
[ELCA News: Felipe Lozada-Montaqez Elected Bishop of the ELCA Caribbean Synod]
[ELCA News: ELCA Supports Recovery Efforts in Burundi, China]
[ENS News: Listening Process facilitator meets with representatives of Integrity, other groups]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Friends of La Oroya]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Salem Baptist Church: Vision 2007]
Peter and Paul, Apostles (Liturgical Color: Red)
Saturday June 30, 2007
Brothers! meets at 9:00 a.m. in Room 17.
Johan Olof Wallin, Archbishop of Uppsala, hymnwriter, 1839 (Liturgical Color: White)
Last update: Friday 29 June 2007 20:24
