Thursday March 1, 2012
Sister Parish Delegation meets at 11:00 a.m. in the Pastor's Office.
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
Voice Recital at 5:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
[ACNS News: Consultants reinstated as full members on IASCUFO]
[ELCA News: ELCA, Israeli government representatives mee]
[ENS News: One priest added to Pittsburgh bishop slate]
[ENS News: Consultants reinstated as full members on ecumenical commission]
[ENS News: Forum on HIV/AIDS and hunger cites importance of faith groups]
[ENS News: Forum on HIV/AIDS and hunger cites importance of faith groups]
[LCMS News: Storms pummel Midwest, LCMS churches spared]
[LCMS News: National Mission grant funds 700 audio Bibles]
[LCMS News: Mahnken joins CPS as chief marketing officer]
[LCMS News: Jones, Buuck fill posts with LCEF]
[PNS News: FBI, Muslims report progress over training materials]
[PNS News: Lenten reflections focus on water as God's gift and a human right]
[PNS News: WCC disowns doctrine used against indigenous peoples]
[UCC News: UCC among 24 interfaith leaders bringing role of religion in diplomacy to Congress]
[UCC News: Kansas seminarian prepares for six-day fast with Coalition of Immokalee Workers]
[UCC News: Migration, immigration at heart of final Black History Month worship]
[WCC News: EHAIA, an African initiative going beyond Africa]
George Herbert, priest, 1633 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday March 2, 2012
[ENS News: New Zealand: Quake-crippled ChristChurch Cathedral to be demolished]
[LCMS News: Tornado relief volunteers: Call first]
[LCMS News: Mission boards hear priorities, continue policy work]
[LWF News: "From Potential Impoverishment to Seeds of Sustainability"]
[NCC News: Livingston urges Lenten fast against Publix to protest mistreatment of tomato harvesters]
[PNS News: Survey: more Israeli Jews express belief in God]
[PNS News: Historian tackles doubt, divorce and the priesthood]
[PNS News: Next Church is coming]
[PNS News: Peace train: Colombian pastor.s non-violent conflict resolution program goes global]
[RCA News: Youth explore IT-ministry connection in India]
[UCC News: 'Windows and Mirrors' exhibit brings images of Afghanistan war to UCC church in Washington, D.C.]
[WCC News: Christian leaders "fast for fair food"]
[WCC News: Archbishop of Canterbury speaks about churches' role in human rights]
John Wesley, 1791; Charles Wesley, 1788; renewers of the Church (Liturgical Color: White)
Saturday March 3, 2012
Learn to weave--make a scarf, and support our Sister Parish delegation
Suzanne Halvorson and Ruth Rives will be teaching a class on rigid heddle weaving on Saturday, March 3 as a fundraiser for the upcoming Sister Parish delegation. Rigid heddle looms are portable and easy to use, and in one 6-hour class you will be able to complete a hand woven scarf. Space is limited to 5 participants. The cost for the class is $50. The time will be 10 — 4. Yarn, instruction, a soup and bread lunch, and use of our looms are included. To sign up please call the St Thomas office at 332-5252. This opportunity is first come first serve, so don't wait to sign up.
Bach rehearsal at 1:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
[LCMS News: Tornado update: Reporting LCMS congregations spared, assessment underway]
[PNS News: Same-gender partner benefits approved for benefits plan of Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)]
March 4, 2012
The Second Sunday in Lent (Liturgical Color: Purple)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Lord Thee I Love with all My Heart — Johann Gottfried Walther
Entrance Hymn: Lord, Thee i Love with All My Heart (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 750)
Homily: "Denying Self?" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Take Up Your Cross, the Savior Said (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 667)
Responses to the Word
Commissioning of Sister Parish Delegation
Offertory Anthem: Washed in the Blood of the Lamb — (arrangement, Joel Hayden)
Adult Choir
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: In the Cross of Christ I Glory (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 324)
Communion Hymn: I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 332)
Sending Hymn: The God of Abraham Praise (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 831)
verses 1-4, 8
Postlude: Lord Thee I Love with all My heart — Johann Ludwig Krebs
Sunday Church School begins at 9:45 a.m.
Godly Play (preschool age) meets in the room next to the Nursery.
Kindergarten through 6th grade will gather in the Education Wing.
No Confirmation Class today. Students may join the Senior High group.
Adult Bible Study meets in Room 11.
Culture of Conversation at 9:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Lord Thee I Love with all My Heart — Johann Gottfried Walther
Entrance Hymn: Lord, Thee i Love with All My Heart (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 750)
Homily: "Denying Self?" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: Take Up Your Cross, the Savior Said (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 667)
Responses to the Word
Commissioning of Sister Parish Delegation
Offertory Anthem: Lord Thee I Love with all My Heart — Johann Ludwig Krebs
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: In the Cross of Christ I Glory (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 324)
Communion Hymn: I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 332)
Sending Hymn: The God of Abraham Praise (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 831)
verses 1-4, 8
Postlude: Lord Thee I Love with all My heart — Johann Ludwig Krebs
Bread and Wine: Carol Seaman
Workshop at St. Thomas: Care Visits 101
The Lay Care task force, a subgroup of the Outreach Committee, is pleased to announce the second workshop for "Sustaining and Enhancing our Caring Community." Pastor Lyle will be focusing the next workshop on "Care Visits 101" - visiting those who need care and comfort in a variety of circumstances. The workshop is for everyone and anyone! The idea is that all of us can benefit from enhancing our relationship skills and feeling more equipped when someone we love and care about is going through a difficult time.
What: Workshop featuring Pastor Lyle
When: Sunday, March 4th at St. Thomas
Topic: Care Visits 101
Timing: 12:30 - 1 pm, light lunch will be provided 1- 3 pm, workshop
RSVP/Registration: Please let the church office know if you plan on attending so we can have enough food and materials available.
Bach Cantata at 4:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Monday March 5, 2012
Book of Faith, studying Galatians, meets at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room.
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ENS News: Through Grace, parolees and parishioners build relationship]
[LCMS News: Synod president issues 'Schools Week' proclamation]
[LCMS News: First synodwide campus conference in 10 years planned]
[LCMS News: LCMS coordinates response to Indiana, Kentucky tornadoes]
[NCC News: Interfaith groups caution candidates: Mid East peace 'more urgent than ever']
[PNS News: Why do Mormons baptize the dead?]
[PNS News: Church-related group outlines key issues facing digital media platforms]
[PNS News: Presbyterian leader George Telford dies at 78: Pastor, theologian was active in Presbyterian reunion efforts]
[UCC News: Registration for historic National Gathering 2012 begins March 12]
[WCC News: Churches say "No more violence in the name of God"]
Tuesday March 6, 2012
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
Worship Committee meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room.
[LWF News: One in Six: Education Transforms Lives of Sudanese Women]
[PNS News: Rick Santorum's secret army: home-schoolers]
[PNS News: Don't lose sight of Middle East peace, U.S. religious leaders say]
[PNS News: NCC, PC(USA) launch Lenten fast to protest mistreatment of tomato harvesters]
[PNS News: When life tumbles in]
[RCA News: Joy Rediscovered: Appreciative Inquiry Transforms Church Focus]
[UCC News: UCC pastor/rap artist staging a show as Chicago area gears up for NYE]
March 7 to 8, 2012
Wednesday March 7, 2012
Lenten Service at noon "Guatemala and the U.S. (sinfullness)"
Lenten Service at 7:00 p.m. "Guatemala and the U.S. (sinfullness)"
"Journey of the Universe"
Please join Earth Care Bloomington on Wednesday, March 7 for a special viewing of the movie, "Journey of the Universe." In this 55-minute film, Brian Swimme and Mary Evelyn Tucker tell the epic story of the universe from an inspired new perspective, weaving the findings of science together with enduring wisdom found in the humanistic traditions of the West, Asia and indigenous peoples. The authors explore cosmic evolution as a profoundly wondrous process based on creativity, connection, and interdependence, and they envision an unprecedented opportunity for the world's people to address the daunting ecological and social challenges of our times. Please check out the following website http://www.journeyoftheuniverse.org/ or the attachment for more information.
The film will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of First United Church on E. 3rd St. You are invited to come at 7:00 to join the Earth Care meeting beforehand as we briefly discuss exciting new initiatives.
Friday Musicale Board meets at 10:00 a.m. in Room 11.
Mission Committee meets at 5:45 p.m. in Room 11.
[ACNS News: Southern Cone Synod proposes one Province becomes two]
[ACNS News: Emergency Appeal for Boga Diocese, Congo]
[ACNS News: Three-way global partnership a model of healing, growth]
[ENS News: Southern Cone Synod proposes one province becomes two]
[ENS News: In Congo, Boga diocese appeals for support to avert militia attacks]
[LCMS News: Ohio Lutherans assist with tornado cleanup, recovery]
[LCMS News: International school heads meet first time with Board]
[LCMS News: Harrison to black clergy: 'We're ready' to fill new post]
[LCMS News: Selma college includes Rosa Young Museum]
[LWF News: Mexican Lutheran Church Celebrates Female Leaders]
[LWF News: LWF Communion Office to Receive Equal Salary Certification]
[PNS News: God's door is open: 2012 National Multicultural Conference: register online now]
[PNS News: Creating space for something new to be born: Westminster Woods and its unfolding calling]
[PNS News: In Brazil, public health is theme of bishops. campaign]
[PNS News: You've heard of evangelicals, but just who are they?]
[PNS News: 2.3 million reasons for change: PHEWA consultation starts GA219-requested prison reform study]
[UMNS News: Our Social Principles alive in 1965 march]
[UMNS News: UMW reps outline rural women's struggles]
[WCC News: WCC expresses gratitude for the legacy of Milton Schwantes]
Perpetua and her companions, martyrs at Carthage, 202 (Liturgical Color: Red)
Thursday March 8, 2012
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
Finance Committee meets at 6:00 p.m. in Room 11.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
[ELCA News: ELCA bishops gather for mutual sharing of ministries, worship and study]
[ENS News: Committee launches blog for feedback on proposed draft budget]
[ENS News: South Sudanese face deadline to leave the north]
[ENS News: In Scotland, first female dean to serve Edinburgh diocese]
[LWF News: Rural Women in Bangladesh Shine Light on Poverty]
[LWF News: Lutheran Dalit Feminist Pastor Challenges Patriarchal Systems]
[LWF News: Seeking Churches' Commitment for People on the Move]
[NCC News: Circles of Names achieves its goal of $100,000 for women's ministries]
[PNS News: Poll finds Americans split on contraception mandate]
[PNS News: In Cameroon, faith leaders fear expansion of extremism from Nigeria]
[PNS News: NEXT leaders map out next steps]
[PNS News: Hearing the silenced voices: SFTS' production of 'Vagina Monologues' aims to empower, celebrate, hear women]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Desert Monastery in Syria]
[WCC News: Turkish foreign minister visits Ecumenical Patriarchate]
[WCC News: Ecumenical organizations celebrate International Women's Day]
March 9 to 18, 2012
St. Thomas Delegation visits Chichipate
Friday March 9, 2012
Sister Parish Delegation departs for Guatemala and arrives safely
Annual reports due to the synod office from synod staff, officers, committees, ministries, and institutions
[LCMS News: One year after Japan disaster, Lutheran partners still address needs, fears]
[PNS News: 220th General Assembly (2012) registration is now open]
[PNS News: ACT Alliance report looks at successful gender equality programs in 13 countries]
[PNS News: After C.S. Lewis College flops, a free campus for the taking]
[RCA News: Theology of Place: New Church Is Firmly Rooted in Philadelphia]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: God's Love Homeless Shelter]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Religion and Social Media]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Post-Super Tuesday Analysis]
[UMNS News: Pastors write 'Hunger Games' Bible study]
Saturday March 10, 2012
Harriet Tubman, 1913; Sojourner Truth, 1883, renewers of society (Liturgical Color: White)
March 11, 2012
The Third Sunday in Lent (Liturgical Color: Purple)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Chorale Prelude on "Rockingham" — Kenneth Leighton
Entrance Hymn: Great God, Your Love Has Called Us (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 358)
Homily: "Establishing Order" — Pastor Kelli Skram
Hymn of the Day: These Are the Holy Ten Commands (printed in the bulletin)
verses 1-4, 11-12
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: These Are the Holy Ten Commandments — Johann Sebastian Bach
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (printed in the bulletin)
Communion Hymn: My Lord of Light (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 832)
Sending Hymn: Lord Christ, When First You Came to Earth (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 727)
Postlude: These Are the Holy Ten Commandments — Johann Sebastian Bach
Sunday Church School begins at 9:45 a.m.
Godly Play (preschool age) meets in the room next to the Nursery.
Kindergarten through 6th grade will gather in the Education Wing.
Confirmation students meet in the Conference Room.
Adult Bible Study meets in Room 11.
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Chorale Prelude on "Rockingham" — Kenneth Leighton
Entrance Hymn: Great God, Your Love Has Called Us (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 358)
Children's Sermon: Karl Teskey
Homily: "Establishing Order" — Pastor Kelli Skram
Hymn of the Day: These Are the Holy Ten Commands (printed in the bulletin)
verses 1-4, 11-12
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Silent Devotion and Response (Translation: Psalm 19:14) — Ernest Black
Adult Choir
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross (printed in the bulletin)
Communion Hymn: My Lord of Light (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 832)
Sending Hymn: Lord Christ, When First You Came to Earth (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 727)
Postlude: These Are the Holy Ten Commandments — Johann Sebastian Bach
Bread and Wine: Chris Ogan
Congregation Council meets following the late service.
Youth Group meets — time and place to be announced.
Monday March 12, 2012
Bible Study meets at 1:00 p.m. in the Conference Room.
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ACNS News: TEAC meets in Sri Lanka]
[ACNS News: Roman vespers unite Pope, Archbishop of Canterbury in prayer]
[ANS News: Evangelism and Church Growth Initiative Core Group (ECGI) meeting in Kenya 6 - 10 March 2012]
[ACNS News: Upon the First Anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake]
[ENS News: Andrew M.L. Dietsche consecrated bishop coadjutor of New York]
[ENS News: Diocese of Rhode Island chooses five to stand for bishop election]
[LCMS News: One year after Japan disaster, Lutheran partners still address needs, fears]
[PNS News: South Sudanese face deadline to leave the north]
[PNS News: Both sides gear up in N.C. gay marriage fight]
[PNS News: Notes about people]
[PNS News: Docket in your pocket: Stated clerk unveils compact edition of the Form of Government]
[UMNS News: Restructure draws finance agency warning]
[WCC News: WCC pays tribute to survivors of Fukushima nuclear accident]
Gregory the Great, Bishop of Rome, 604 (Liturgical Color: White)
Tuesday March 13, 2012
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
[PNS News: Serving in Bangladesh: Drs. Cindy and Les Morgan emphasize building relationships in a ministry of healing]
[PNS News: Rob Fohr tagged to serve in new young adult catalyst position: Young Adults]
[PNS News: Russian election sparks debate in Orthodox Church]
[PNS News: Repairs, funds are slow-going at quake-damaged National Cathedral]
[UCC News: UCC-supported day laborers' center in suburban D.C. has workers' backs]
[UCC News: United Church of Christ leaders urge Ohio governor to reject prison-privatization initiative]
[UCC News: Center for Progressive Renewal sets 'Praxis' as theme for its annual event]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Religion and Race]
[UMNS News: Should bishops have a full-time president?]
[WCC News: Ecumenical Review focuses on Christians in the Middle East]
Wednesday March 14, 2012
Prayers for Sister Parish Delegation at noon in the Sanctuary
Prayers for Sister Parish Delegation at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
[ACNS News: Australian Aboriginal archdeacon supports reconciliation]
[ENS News: CANADA: Church joins First Nations to challenge mining stake]
[ENS News: Australian Aboriginal archdeacon supports reconciliation]
[ENS News: St. Francis' Church, Macon, is Georgia's top 'green' congregation]
[ENS News: Students help secure medical assistance for Galveston.s working poor]
[LWF News: Survey Shows 70.5 Million Members in LWF-Affiliated Churches]
[NCC News: NCC Leader Joins Religious Leaders to Urge Syrian Ambassador to End Violence]
[PNS News: Filipino church leaders raise concerns on 'People Power' anniversary]
[PNS News: Doctor who championed 'death with dignity' dies at 83]
[PNS News: 'One in Christ for the sake of all': Christian Churches Together in the USA discuss racism, poverty]
[Religion and Ethics Newssweekly News: Sister Corita]
[Religion and Ethics Newssweekly News: Howard Rhodes: On Syria: Just War, Acceptance, and Regret]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Christian Unity]
[UMNS News: Will restructure give bishops more power?]
[WCC News: Delegation from Taizé at WCC offices]
Thursday March 15, 2012
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
[ACNS News: Ugandan faith leaders critique viral Internet video on Kony]
[ELCA News: ELCA releases draft social statement on criminal justice]
[ENS News: Ugandan faith leaders critique viral Internet video on Kony]
[ENS News: U.K. government launches consultation on same-sex marriage]
[ENS News: New Hampshire diocese names three nominees for bishop coadjutor]
[PNS News: Church council seeks to re-define mission and evangelism]
[PNS News: 'Ten Commandments Judge' Roy Moore poised to return to Alabama court]
[PNS News: 'Called to stretch': Multicultural conference to focus on leadership, celebration, growth]
[PNS News: Shopping around: Belief in mission, staff, financial stability are donor keys, Christopher says]
[RCA News: Tailgating: The Rural Church]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Publishing House]
[WCC News: Church called to seek unity, justice and peace]
[WCC News: WCC general secretary expresses empathy following Belgian tragedy]
[WCC News: WCC to exhibit Néstor Favre-Mossier's paintings on "water"]
Friday March 16, 2012
Indiana-Kentucky Synod Latino Ministry meeting from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Lutheran Center Downstairs Conference Room
[ACNS News: Magdalene College "delighted" at Archbishop Williams' appointment]
[ACNS News: Archbishop of Cantebury's interview with Press Association]
[ACNS News: Statement from the ACC Chair, Vice Chair on the Archbishop of Canterbury]
[ACNS News: Tributes to Abp Rowan Williams from across the Anglican Communion]
[PNS News: Archbishop of Canterbury to step down, accepts position at Cambridge]
[PNS News: U.S. mosques report rapid growth in past 10 years]
[PNS News: Seminary News]
[PNS News: Finding new ways: PC(USA) and Mexican synods maintain ties along border despite denominational dispute]
[RCA News: Crystal Cathedral downfall offers cautionary tale]
[RCA News: RCA and CRC Classes Meet Together]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: St. Mary's Abbey]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Leith Anderson Extended Interview]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Bernard Hammes Extended Interview]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Advance Directives]
[WCC News: Christian leaders from Odisha visit WCC offices]
[WCC News: WCC expresses gratitude for Rowan Williams. leadership and contributions]
Saturday March 17, 2012
Our Sister Parish Delegation has returned to Guatemala City after visiting Chichipate.
Patrick, bishop, missionary to Ireland, 461 (Liturgical Color: White)
March 18, 2012
The Fourth Sunday in Lent (Liturgical Color: Purple)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth — Johann Sebastian Bach
Entrance Hymn: A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 340)
Homily: "Signs of Life" — Reverend Marie Fleming
Hymn of the Day: My Song Is Love Unknown (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 343)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Miserere Mei — Antonio Lotti
Adult Choir
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 779)
Communion Hymn: Come, Ye Disconsolate (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 607)
Sending Hymn: What Wondrous Love is This (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 666)
Postlude: Wondrous Love — Samuel Barber
Sunday Church School begins at 9:45 a.m.
Godly Play (preschool age) meets in the room next to the Nursery.
Kindergarten through 6th grade will gather in the Education Wing.
Confirmation students meet in the Conference Room.
Adult Bible Study meets in Room 11.
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth — Johann Sebastian Bach
Entrance Hymn: A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 340)
Homily: "Signs of Life" — Reverend Marie Fleming
Hymn of the Day: My Song Is Love Unknown (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 343)
Responses to the Word
Offertory Anthem: Thank You for Loving Me — Michael R. Nichols
Children's Choir
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 779)
Communion Hymn: Come, Ye Disconsolate (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 607)
Sending Hymn: What Wondrous Love is This (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 666)
Postlude: Wondrous Love — Samuel Barber
Bread and Wine: Dean and Sandy Arnold
Locavores meet at 10:00 a.m. in Room 14.
We welcome home our Sister Parish Delegation!
[ACNS News: Anglican Communion Secretary General's statement on the death of Pope Shenouda III]
[ACNS News: Statement from the Diocese of Egypt on the death of Pope Shenouda III]
[NCC News: Churches mourn the passing of Pope Shenouda III]
[WCC News: WCC pays tribute to late president Pope Shenouda III]
March 19 to 20, 2012
Monday March 19, 2012
Spinners and Weavers meets at 7:00 p.m. in Rooms 16 and 17.
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ELCA ELCA presiding bishop to speak at Coexist prize ceremony]
[ENS News: Atlanta diocese adds nominee to bishop slate]
[PNS News: After losing school job, gay teacher loses church job]
[PNS News: New book explores a Jewish view of the New Testament]
[PNS News: Caribbean nations need common climate change strategy, Cuban expert says]
[PNS News: Rewriting the story: Stewardship involves moving from anxiety to abundance, speaker tells conference]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Higher Education and Ministry]
[UMNS News: Longtime Bishop Paul A. Duffey dies at 91]
[UMNS News: Group offers 'Plan B' for church structure]
Joseph, guardian of our Lord (Liturgical Color: White)
March 20 to 21, 2012
Tuesday March 20, 2012
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
[LWF News: LWF Christian-Muslim Consultation Outlines Strategies for Democratic Economic Structures]
[NCC News: OMG! What is the church's message to the Facebook and Twitter generation?]
[NCC News: Church giving drops $1.2 billion reports 2012 Yearbook of Churches]
[PNS News: Egyptian Christians mourn death of Coptic Pope Shenouda III]
[PNS News: Evangelicals voting in record numbers in GOP primaries]
[PNS News: High note: Former Don Ho drummer rejuvenates N.C. congregation with music]
[UCC News: UCC members share time, talents, church via prisoner visitation and support ministry]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Finance and Administration]
[UMNS News: Finance group stands by $603.1 million budget]
[WCC News: General secretary invites new German president to visit WCC]
[WCC News: Canadian churches engage WCC general secretary on theme of unity]
[WCC News: Christians in India call for a respectful approach to mission]
Wednesday March 21, 2012
Lenten Service at noon "Sister Parish Delegation Reflections (self-denial)"
Lay Care Ministry meets at 4:15 p.m. in Room 11.
Lenten Service at 7:00 p.m. "Sister Parish Delegation Reflections (self-denial)"
[ELCA News: ELCA members strive to reduce hunger in the United States]
[PNS News: Rio+20 summit must include ethical principles, say experts]
[PNS News: Pope to find challenges, opportunities in Cuba]
[PNS News: Gillette pens 'gift' for Living Waters for the World: New hymn arrives just in time for World Water Day]
[UMNS News: Bishop candidates visit black caucus]
Thomas Cranmer, Bishop of Canterbury, martyr, 1556 (Liturgical Color: Red)
Thursday March 22, 2012
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
Indiana-Kentucky Synod Deans Meeting from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Lutheran Center Chapel
[LCMS News: Mexico earthquake: LCMS contacts partner church]
[NCC News: Women faith leaders call for greater oversight of the cosmetic industry to protect children]
[PNS News: Connecting through mission in Haiti]
[PNS News: U.N. experts urge Pakistan to improve security for religious minorities]
[PNS News: White House proposal gives religious groups more say in birth control mandate]
[PNS News: Welling up: Outreach ministry with second-generation Koreans celebrates first anniversary]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: United Methodist Men]
[UMNS News: Paup, former bishop, executive, dies at 66]
[WCC News: Churches share concerns about human rights situation in Philippines]
[WCC News: WCC condemns murderous hate crimes in France]
[WCC News: Church to renew its thinking on mission and evangelism]
[WCC News: Ethics and human rights focus for Rio+20 summit]
[WCC News: New WCC video on world mission and evangelism]
[WCC News: CWME invokes new understanding of mission and evangelism]
Jonathan Edwards, teacher, missionary to the American Indians, 1758 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday March 23, 2012
[ACNS News: Call for participants from Asia to apply for The Peacebuilders' Exchange]
[ELCA News: New leadership for three ELCA higher education institutions]
[LCMS News: Laborers spotlight building faith, fellowship, facilities for Christ]
[LCMS News: Seven LCMS schools gain 'exemplary' status]
[LCMS News: Sems invite high-school students to visit]
[NCC News: Eliminating Racial Disparities in Maternal Health]
[PNS News: Cash-strapped Italy looks to tax church-owned properties]
[PNS News: Church leaders stress partnership as Christianity grows in global South]
[PNS News: Mexican Lutheran church celebrates female leaders]
[PNS News: From the pulpit to the stage: Minnesota pastor, emerging playwright, inspired by ministry experiences]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Seventh-day Adventists and Health]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Prof. Brad Young Extended Interview]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Rabbi Shmuley Boteach Extended Interview]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Amy-Jill Levine Extended Interview]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Jewish Jesus]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Pope Visits Cuba]
[UCC News: Top religious leaders unveil principles, priorities for Faithful Federal Budget]
[UCC News: New book of essays lifts up UCC's rich history of overseas missions]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Global Ministries]
[UMNS News: Foundation takes sting out of seminary cost]
[WCC News: "Transformative spirituality is a breath of fire"]
Saturday March 24, 2012
Bloomington Community Band Clinic from 9:00 a.m. to noon in Heritage Hall.
Prayer Shawl Ministry meets at 10:30 a.m.
Oscar Arnulfo Romero, Bishop of El Salvador, martyr, 1980 (Liturgical Color: Red)
March 25, 2012
The Fifth Sunday in Lent (Liturgical Color: Purple)
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Cantabile — César Franck
Entrance Hymn: My Faith Looks Up to Thee (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 759)
Homily: "Bearing Fruit" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Hymn of the Day: The Word of God is Source and Seed (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 506)
Responses to the Word
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Jesus, I Will Ponder Now (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 345)
Communion Hymn: Jesus, Remember Me (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 616)
Sending Hymn: There in God's Garden (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 342)
Postlude: Christ, who makes us Blessed — Johann Sebastian Bach
Sunday Church School begins at 9:45 a.m.
Godly Play (preschool age) meets in the room next to the Nursery.
Kindergarten through 6th grade will gather in the Education Wing.
Confirmation students meet in the Conference Room.
Adult Bible Study meets in Room 11.
A Time of Preparation
Prelude: Cantabile — César Franck
Entrance Hymn: My Faith Looks Up to Thee (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 759)
Homily: "Bearing Fruit" — Pastor Lyle McKee
Offertory Anthem: Miserere Mei — Antonio Lotti
Adult Choir
Hymn of the Day: The Word of God is Source and Seed (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 506)
Responses to the Word
The Liturgy of Holy Eucharist
Communion Hymn: Jesus, I Will Ponder Now (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 345)
Communion Hymn: Jesus, Remember Me (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 616)
Sending Hymn: There in God's Garden (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 342)
Postlude: Christ, who makes us Blessed — Johann Sebastian Bach
Bread and Wine: Chris and Maren Foley
First Communion Classes from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the Conference Room
"First Communion Classes" are for children who are aged 10 or younger who have not yet participated in one of our yearly sessions. The class either prepares children to receive Holy Communion or helps children already receiving the sacrament to gain a better understanding. Children should be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or baptismal sponsor.
Garden Design group meets at 10:00 a.m. in Room 14.
Youth Group meeting details to be announced.
The Annunciation of Our Lord (Liturgical Color: White)
Monday March 26, 2012
Monday Bible Study meets at 1:00 p.m. in Room 11.
Bloomington Community Band rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in Heritage Hall.
Archival Committee meets at 7:00 p.m. in Room 14.
[ENS News: Gregory Brewer consecrated as bishop of Central Florida]
[ENS News: England: Anglican Covenant defeated in majority of dioceses]
[LCMS News: Volunteers, LCMS grant help cleanup after Michigan twister]
[NCC News: NCC leaders express anger over beating death of Iraqi women]
[NCC News: National Council of Churches 'profoundly disturbed' by tragic events leading to death of Trayvon Martin]
[PNS News: Religious minorities subject to cruel treatment, U.N. expert says]
[PNS News: Churches lost $1.2 billion in recession]
[PNS News: 'Mission from the margins' explored at CWME event]
[PNS News: Fast forward: Spiritual practices are 'trumpet call to justice,' Aymer tells advocates]
[UCC News: UCC and Disciples leaders to join in prayer vigil and march for Trayvon Martin]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Pension and Health Benefits]
[UMNS News: United Methodists join mourning for Trayvon]
[WCC News: "Mission from the margins" explored at CWME event]
[WCC News: Churches seek renewed commitment to evangelism]
[WCC News: Churches on the move amidst changing landscapes]
Tuesday March 27, 2012
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
[ELCA News: ELCA leaders respond to the shooting death of Trayvon Martin]
[ELCA News: Lenoir-Rhyne University, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary to merge]
[ENS News: Roger Ferlo to lead Federation of Seabury and Bexley]
[LWF News: LWF Invites Registration to Virtual Conference on Ecological Justice]
[NCC News: Faith leaders join in honoring farm workers at Department of Labor hall of honor]
[PNS News: Report: Christians are half of world.s migrants]
[PNS News: Harold Camping says May 21 prediction was 'incorrect and sinful']
[PNS News: Churches on the move amidst changing landscapes]
[UCC News: As high court considers health-act repeal, EAD rallies in support of its essence]
[UCC News: UCC comes together as one church to aid Kentucky-Indiana tornado victims]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Church and Society]
[UMNS News: Ethnic groups add voices to inclusion calls]
[WCC News: Theological educators in Korea prepare for 2013 WCC Assembly]
[WCC News: Churches translate mission into social action]
[WCC News: Mission event in Manila concludes with renewed commitment]
Wednesday March 28, 2012
Lenten Service at noon "Sister Parish Looking to the Future (reconciliation)"
Lenten Service at 7:00 p.m. "Sister Parish Looking to the Future (reconciliation)"
[ENS News: St. Luke's Hospital, Texas, raises more than $262,000 for nursing]
[ENS News: LOS ANGELES: Presiding bishop helps celebrate St. James. centennial]
[LCMS News: Karner draws cheers for religious liberty in Missouri Capitol]
[LCMS News: Pinick to begin service in Shanghai post in July]
[NCC News: Uniform bible lessons committee still looking ahead after 140 years]
[PNS News: Panel says bishops have the last word on Catholic theology]
[PNS News: Church leaders see hope amid suffering in Manila's slums]
[PNS News: Faith leaders join in honoring farm workers at Department of Labor hall of honor]
[PNS News: At Mass, pope recognizes Cubans' struggles, calls freedom a necessity]
[PNS News: Board of Pensions: no 2012 experience apportionment: Economy improves but not enough, officials say]
[UMNS News: United Methodist released from detention]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Status and Role of Women]
[WCC News: Orthodox primates stress need for peace and stability in Middle East]
Thursday March 29, 2012
Yoga Class meets at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Hall.
Adult Choir rehearses at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
[PNS News: Mission in Haiti: young adults working to help others]
[PNS News: Pastor says hospitality staff can't live by bread alone]
[PNS News: Dalai Lama awarded 2012 Templeton Prize]
[PNS News: Haitian, Dominican bishops create commission to help rebuild Haiti]
[UCC News: UCC, Disciples join in solidarity in service, march for Trayvon Martin]
[UCC News: United Theological Seminary of Twin Cities selects Barbara Holmes as its eighth president]
[UMNS News: Agency Q & A: Communications]
[WCC News: Death of Edmond Perret, leader of Reformed church alliance]
Hans Nielsen Hauge, renewer of the Church, 1824 (Liturgical Color: White)
Friday March 30, 2012
[ACNS News: Sign the e-petition to bring back zero rate VAT on alterations to listed churches]
[ACNS News: Indaba process leads to deeper understanding for local Anglicans] [ACNS News: Anglicans publish their manifesto to fight for environmental justice] [PNS News: Retooling][PNS News: Why is it so hard to do religion in prime time?]
[PNS News: Malawi president rejects calls from faith leaders to resign]
[PNS News: Pope asks Castro for more church freedom, Good Friday holiday]
[PNS News: A new silent majority? Congressman tells advocates they must stand up for the poor, civility]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Where Was Jesus Buried?]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Ethiopian Jews]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: New Passover Seder Haggadah]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: Mark Podwal Extended Interview]
[Religion and Ethics Newsweekly News: New American Haggadah]
[UMNS News: Somebody has been sitting in my pew!]
Saturday March 31, 2012
Rocky Ridge Music Event at 11:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
John Donne, priest, 1631 (Liturgical Color: White)
Last update: Friday 30 March 2012 17:04
