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GLORIA DEI NEWS
MEALS ON WHEELS
Our date for June is Thursday, the 9th. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, please call Shelly Lausche at 651-631-9040 for all the information!
FATHER’S DAY
Our Board of Social Ministry will be serving rolls and coffee after our worship service on Sunday, June 19th. Be sure and stop by the Fireside Room for a treat to honor our fathers!
KOA 50+
KOA/50+ will meet Thursday, June 16th at 12 noon. Our theme will be “Where Have You Been?” Please bring pictures of a trip you’ve taken no later than June 5th. The pictures will be scanned and returned to you. Pastor will show them at our June meeting. You may also bring any special souvenirs you have from your trip. Bring a lunch; dessert and coffee will be furnished. If you have any questions, talk to Verlayne.
SALVATION ARMY FOOD SHELF
Please remember those less fortunate by filling our grocery cart. Things that are needed are canned fruits & vegetables, soups and spaghetti sauce and noodles, canned beans, macaroni & cheese, tuna, crackers, jelly, peanut butter, cereal, etc. Our last donation was 45 pounds of food. Thanks to all of you for the donations!
LUTHERAN WITNESS
The price of the Lutheran Witness for 2010 is $17.20 per household. If you are receiving the Witness and would like your name taken off, OR, if you are not receiving the Witness but would like to, let Jeannie know. I will be sending in the renewal form this week!
OFFICIAL ACTS
Baptisms
Finnegan Daniel Johnson
Jameson Richard Johnson
(Sons of Brandon & Sara Johnson)
May 8, 2011 |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
ICE CREAM SOCIAL BENEFIT
An ice cream social benefit for Rev. Paul Bartz, diagnosed with cancer, will be held Saturday, June 4th, 2-4 pm at Mt Calvary Lutheran Church,
6541 16th Ave S., Richfield, MN
BLOCK PARTY AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Thursday, June 23rd, 3-6 pm
Crest View Senior Community,
4444 Reservoir Blvd. NE
NORTHEAST DINNER BELL INC. MEALS ON WHEELS PROGRAM PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Applebee’s at 5277 Central Avenue, Fridley
8-10 am Saturday June 25th
Tickets are $5.00. Call 612-789-6548 for tickets as Applebee’s needs a ticket count!
THRIVENT BUILDS WITH HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Golden Valley Lutheran is sponsoring a full week this year and we would welcome your help.
Dates: June 27-July 1, 2011
Worksite: 5906 Elmhurst Avenue, Crystal
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Number of Volunteers: 15-18 per day plus need individual to prepare and serve lunch.
Minimum volunteer age: 16 years
We need individuals with many different skill levels so don’t hesitate to sign up by contact either Cindy Inselmann at cindyi@gvlc.net or 763-544-2810.
PICNIC IN THE GARDEN
Plans are still being made for our annual Picnic in the Garden to be held sometime in July or August. Keep watching the weekly announcement sheet and the July newsletter for more information! |
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FROM THE PASTOR

Not many of us are athletic these days, though some of us keep in shape by running, biking, swimming, exercising on the floor or doing a few minutes on the treadmill. Staying physically fit seems to be more and more important for health sake and certainly after such a long cold winter, most of our waistlines will benefit from getting out there and doing at least a brisk walk once per day. Let’s face it, physical exercise of whatever sort is good for us.
As we consider our Christian faith, we can be challenged and directed by various analogies in the scriptures such as when the Apostle Paul uses imagery of an athlete who must train and discipline his or her body to perform at the highest level. Similarly, the Christian is exhorted to exercise his or her faith, by evangelizing and putting into practice the teachings of Jesus.
Listen to Paul as he explains his own approach by which he means to encourage and instruct the Christian church at Philippi: "Athletes exercise self control in all things; they do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we, [as Christians,] an imperishable one. So I do not run aimlessly, nor do I box as though beating the air; but I punish my body and enslave it, so that after proclaiming [the Good News about Jesus] to others I myself should not be disqualified" (1 Cor. 9:25-27).
What Paul is saying here is that the Christian life should have a definitive character about it. A Christian’s life should reflect the life and teaching of Jesus and ought to present a credible witness to the living Word’s presence at work in the life of the believer. All of our efforts ought to be dedicated to pleasing the one who has called us to enter into the Great Race, which is our life–walking in the Way of Jesus. Come on, let’s go!
Devoted followers of Jesus must strive to attain a standard for living that improves upon the way they were living before understanding the higher ways of God. Just as Jesus sought to teach his disciples new ways of thinking and interacting with other people, so also, our life in Christ should be as a work always in progress. Paul regularly suggested to his audiences, especially the gentile churches, that they should be exhibiting behavior that demonstrated lives transformed by the influence of Christ and the Holy Spirit’s leading.
Martin Luther might add here that all actions undertaken by the Christian must be guided by God’s Word, lest a false spirit mislead God’s people with deception and corrupt behaviors unbefitting of a Christian life. Paul wrote to Titus: "For the grace of God has appeared, [that is Christ], bringing salvation to all, training us to renounce impiety and worldly passions, and in the present age to live lives that are self-controlled, upright, and godly, while we wait for the blessed hope..of the glory of our God and Savior, Jesus Christ." (2:11-13):
The believer’s approach to contentious issues and personal conduct should be markedly different from our former ways (and means) of acting or reacting to the stresses and strains of life in family, business and society. From the letter to the Hebrews we gain additional insight about following in the way of Christ as we "look to Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God" (Heb12:2). Here is one of those images that the athlete does well to fix their mind upon, while allowing the body to excel in the effort to complete the race.
For the Christian, a life of self control need not feel like a lead weight, but instead, we want to carry out this effort with lightness and joy for there is that prize of Christ being pleased with us. Can you imagine the satisfaction of Jesus smiling and being pleased with you? Just remember that he is! This is demonstrated for us as we learn that our works of charity and mercy done unto others are as service unto Christ. "The king will say to those at his right hand, 'Come, you that are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world; for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me'" (Matt. 25:34-36).
Note the emphasis at the beginning of this passage, "You that are blessed by my Father." This is the reward for running the race of life by the Way of living for Christ in all matters through to a successful ending.
However, in spite of our best intentions, faithful devotion and practice–we will have moral failures, for we are yet flesh. I would venture to say that very few of us will attain to the high standard that Jesus sets, and if you think that you can, I challenge you to perfectly meet all of Jesus’ demands in the fifth chapter of St Matthew’s gospel. Perhaps none of us will attain Christ’s teachings with perfection and we will feel like it is futile to keep the faith, but in a Christ-centered reality, as I believe Paul is emphasizing, it is in the struggle itself that we are obtaining our salvation. This is, once again, like the discipline of being an athlete. In any competition, one does not always win. Here also is where we must yet exercise faith.
We cannot completely rely on our own goodness nor strength to win the race..., but we must surely and completely rely on Christ who lives in us and for us. The defeated Christian must remember those words of our Lord who ". . .going a little farther, he threw himself on the ground and prayed, ‘My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from me; yet not what I want but what you want’" (Matt 26:39). We cannot earn God’s favor nor please him with our own self-initiated efforts at goodness, but, as we struggle with God, we find ourselves engaging in the relationship more deeply and we will find ourselves leaning more fully upon God’s grace alone.
Wouldn’t you agree that it is more rewarding and admirable to see a runner who has fallen, get up and complete his or her race–bruised and battered, than to see one wander off the field with anger, denial or despair? Allow the hand of God to pick you up and will yourself to crawl if you must. Jesus will be there beside you in this marathon of life and faith.
Paul writes to young Pastor Timothy, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing" (2 Tim 4:7-8). As the living followers of Jesus in these present days–we long to hear those most precious words from our Lord: "Well done good and faithful servant." But how can we finish well?
First of all…get in the race and stay in the race! Be present at church with your brothers and sisters who are also in the event! Even if you think you have quit, does your retreat discount what Christ has already accomplished for you upon the cross? Remember Jesus’ words from the cross, "It is finished." Christ completed the whole race, He fought the good fight and died, not for Himself, and not for earthly fame but for your salvation and that of all people for all time! Believe me, God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit will be completely cheering you on and lifting you up as you take your stance, look straight ahead and get on with running your life in Christ. |
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JUNE – DAILY BIBLE READING PLAN
Read through the Bible in 365 daily readings
This is a daily Bible reading plan that invites you to share in all the benefits of a regular, steady diet of God's Word. The arrangement of this full-text Bible into 365 daily readings makes it easy for you to delve into these sacred words consistently. So if you are hungry for God, come, be fed!
June |
Old Testament |
New Testament |
Psalms or Proverbs |
01 |
2 Samuel 18:1-19:10 |
John 20:1-31 |
Psalm 119:153-176 |
Proverbs 16:14-15 |
02 |
2 Samuel 19:11-20:13 |
John 21:1-25 |
Psalm 120:1-7 |
Proverbs 16:16-17 |
03 |
2 Samuel 20:14-21:22 |
Acts 1:1-26 |
Psalm 121:1-8 |
Proverbs 16:18 |
04 |
2 Samuel 22:1-23:23 |
Acts 2:1-47 |
Psalm 122:1-9 |
Proverbs 16:19-20 |
05 |
2 Samuel 23:24-24:25 |
Acts 3:1-26 |
Psalm 123:1-4 |
Proverbs 16:21-23 |
06 |
1 Kings 1:1-53 |
Acts 4:1-37 |
Psalm 124:1-8 |
Proverbs 16:24 |
07 |
1 Kings 2:1-3:2 |
Acts 5:1-42 |
Psalm 125:1-5 |
Proverbs 16:25 |
08 |
1 Kings 3:3-4:34 |
Acts 6:1-15 |
Psalm 126:1-6 |
Proverbs 16:26-27 |
09 |
1 Kings 5:1-6:38 |
Acts 7:1-29 |
Psalm 127:1-5 |
Proverbs 16:28-30 |
10 |
1 Kings 7:1-51 |
Acts 7:30-50 |
Psalm 128:1-6 |
Proverbs 16:31-33 |
11 |
1 Kings 8:1-66 |
Acts 7:51-8:13 |
Psalm 129:1-8 |
Proverbs 17:1 |
12 |
1 Kings 9:1-10:29 |
Acts 8:14-40 |
Psalm 130:1-8 |
Proverbs 17:2-3 |
13 |
1 Kings 11:1-12:19 |
Acts 9:1-25 |
Psalm 131:1-3 |
Proverbs 17:4-5 |
14 |
1 Kings 12:20-13:34 |
Acts 9:26-43 |
Psalm 132:1-18 |
Proverbs 17:6 |
15 |
1 Kings 14:1-15:24 |
Acts 10:1-23 |
Psalm 133:1-3 |
Proverbs 17:7-8 |
16 |
1 Kings 15:25-17:24 |
Acts 10:24-48 |
Psalm 134:1-3 |
Proverbs 17:9-11 |
17 |
1 Kings 18:1-46 |
Acts 11:1-30 |
Psalm 135:1-21 |
Proverbs 17:12-13 |
18 |
1 Kings 19:1-21 |
Acts 12:1-23 |
Psalm 136:1-26 |
Proverbs 17:14-15 |
19 |
1 Kings 20:1-21:29 |
Acts 12:24-13:15 |
Psalm 137:1-9 |
Proverbs 17:16 |
20 |
1 Kings 22:1-53 |
Acts 13:16-41 |
Psalm 138:1-8 |
Proverbs 17:17-18 |
21 |
2 Kings 1:1-2:25 |
Acts 13:42-14:7 |
Psalm 139:1-24 |
Proverbs 17:19-21 |
22 |
2 Kings 3:1-4:17 |
Acts 14:8-28 |
Psalm 140:1-13 |
Proverbs 17:22 |
23 |
2 Kings 4:18-5:27 |
Acts 15:1-35 |
Psalm 141:1-10 |
Proverbs 17:23 |
24 |
2 Kings 6:1-7:20 |
Acts 15:36-16:15 |
Psalm 142:1-7 |
Proverbs 17:24-25 |
25 |
2 Kings 8:1-9:13 |
Acts 16:16-40 |
Psalm 143:1-12 |
Proverbs 17:26 |
26 |
2 Kings 9:14-10:31 |
Acts 17:1-34 |
Psalm 144:1-15 |
Proverbs 17:27-28 |
27 |
2 Kings 10:32-12:21 |
Acts 18:1-22 |
Psalm 145:1-21 |
Proverbs 18:1 |
28 |
2 Kings 13:1-14:29 |
Acts 18:23-19:12 |
Psalm 146:1-10 |
Proverbs 18:2-3 |
29 |
2 Kings 15:1-16:20 |
Acts 19:13-41 |
Psalm 147:1-20 |
Proverbs 18:4-5 |
30 |
2 Kings 17:1-18:12 |
Acts 20:1-38 |
Psalm 148:1-14 |
Proverbs 18:6-7 |
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STEWARDSHIP
The Fourth Commandment and Christian Stewardship
A steward is one who is entrusted with the management of something that belongs to another. As Christian stewards, we recognize that all we are and all we have come from God. Stewardship is not just about money or finances, it is about everything God entrusts to our care. We are to manage everything for His purposes. In the Fourth Commandment we are reminded that we have the privilege and responsibility of managing relationships with God's representatives.
The Fourth Commandment
Honor your father and your mother.
What does this mean? We should fear and love God so that we do not despise or angerour parents and other authorities, but honor them, serve andobey them, love and cherish them.
To consider the last seven commandments properly it is important to reflect on the first three. We are able to love our neighbor because God first loved us. Raymond Olson writes in Stewards Appointed, "It is the relationship which we have with God which produces the proper kind of relationship in our society in general and with individual persons in particular. It is important to recall the words of Jesus--'and the second is like it, you shall love your neighbor as yourself' "(page 31). This commandment reminds us that God has placed parents and others in positions of authority over us for our good. "We are called," writes Olson, "as Christian stewards to have proper respect and to give honor to our parents and all others in authority. This calling involves the principle that all integrity and social worth begins at home. If we contribute to any disrespect for our own home, we contribute to disrespect for all homes, and to their disintegration in society. Even though there may be certain things about a person's home which he considers below standard, this is not a valid reason for him to refuse honor to his parents ...We invite great trouble for ourselves, and in turn for total society, when we break away from the standards, the principles, the ideals of father and mother. The Christian steward will recognize the valid discipline which this Commandment orders for his own life and for the proper structure of society" (pages 32-33). We are to not only to love but also honor parents and those in authority. Robert Kolb writes in Teaching God's Children His Teaching, "So great was Luther's concern for peace and order and so great his confidence in God's ordering that he could speak of a 'majesty hidden within' parents which elicited honor for them--a greater thing than love, he says, since it includes not only love but deference, humility, and modesty as well-even if they seem lowly, poor, feeble, or eccentric, as parents often do to their maturing children who are trying to establish their own identities""(page 3-9). The attitude we are to have toward parents is also the attitude we are to have toward others in positions of authority. This would include rulers, employers, and leaders in the church. Kolb writes, "Luther particularly linked the father of the nation, the prince, with the father of the household ... Luther defined the purpose of the Fourth Commandment as the preservation of family and state ... Luther thought that civic order demanded obedience unless their commands contradicted God's"(page 3-10). Stewards are reminded in this commandment that parents and those in positions of authority also have a God given responsibility. Kolb writes, "Because they are bound to obey God, parents should 'earnestly and faithfully' carry out their charge as parents. Parents should provide support for children and servants (or in our day the employees of the family business). Governing officials should provide support for their subjects or citizens. Beyond material support, however, those with such responsibilities should cultivate the praise and honor of God ... God holds parents accountable for the welfare of their children. Thus, in a period in which child abuse and child neglect have all but become a way of life, our people need to be reminded of what the Fourth Commandment means for parents and those with parental responsibilities" (page 3-9). Christian stewards, Luther reminds us as he concludes the Fourth Commandment in the Large Catechism, must spare no effort, time, and expense in teaching and educating children to serve God and the world. |
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MAY MISSION / MISSIONAL LIVING
MAY MISSION
This year we again have an opportunity to live our motto of caring, sharing, serving and reaching.
The Spring Offering will extend through the month of June. We have chosen two programs that are in agreement with the mission focus of the Spring Offering.
This year the “Outside” portion will focus on the student assistant program that Concordia Seminary in St. Louis has for its seminary students. The seminary student that we are fortunate to sponsor again this year is Phillip Zastrow. He is currently a sophomore at Concordia. We sponsored Phillip last year also.
The “Inside” portion of the Spring Offering will focus on the distribution of a flyer which will be mailed throughout the NE neighborhood later this summer.
Please prayerfully consider your gift for these ventures. God says: “Put me to the test and you will see that I will open the doors of heaven and pour out on you in abundance all kinds of good things.” Malachi 3:10.
From The Board of Stewardship
Tom Harris
Dale Raschke
Nanc Rixe
Remember to use the May offering envelope that is in your regular offering envelope box.
"MISSIONAL LIVING"
is a Christian term that describes a missionary lifestyle; adopting the posture, thinking, behaviors, and practices of a missionary in order to engage others with the gospel message. "No one can say: ‘Since I’m not called to be a missionary, I do not have to evangelize my friends and neighbors.’ There is no difference, in spiritual terms, between a missionary witnessing in his home town and a missionary witnessing in Katmandu, Nepal. We are all called to go—even if it is only to the next room, or the next block.
A Bequest through your will or trust can provide for future ministry. Some ways we can provide for a portion of our accumulated monetary and material blessings for the Lord’s work is through a bequest of either a specific dollar amount, a percentage of our estate, or an equal share to family heirs. You can leave bequests unrestricted or you can specify how you would like it used or leave it to an existing endowment fund. For more information and assistance in preparation of suggested language for a charitable bequest, contact the Glenn Thiel, Planned Giving Officer at Concordia St. Paul at 651-641-8758 or email thiel@csp.edu.
CURRENT FINANCIAL STATUS
As of April 30, 2011
- April Total Income = $13,313.25
- April Total Expenses = - $16,958.90
- Net Income = - $3,645.65
Year to Date (as of April 30, 2011)
- First Quarter Net Income = - $5,034.38
A detailed report is available if you call the office.
THE MASTER GREETER
Useful Practices of the Master Greeter
Honor your new people by introducing them to others. After you have learned their names and learned a little about them, introduce them to other people. This makes them feel special. It makes them feel accepted and honored. It reduces their fear level and increases their comfort level. You are helping them to develop new friendships without having to work for them. This is an enormous help. You are helping them to feel at home. This is the feeling you are trying to achieve for them. Introduce them to others. |
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WORSHIP SCHEDULE FOR JUNE
June 5
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Ascension Sunday
Holy Communion |
Living in the Between Times |
Acts 1:1-12 |
| Acts 1:1-12; Ephesians 1:15-23; Luke 24:44-53 |
June 12
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Pentecost Sunday |
In Step With the Spirit |
Galatians 5:25 |
Numbers 11:24-30; Acts 2:1-21; John 7:37-39 |
June 19
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Trinity Sunday
Holy Communion |
Mysterious Yet Personal |
Psalm 8:3-4 |
Genesis 1-2:4a, Acts 2:14a, 22-36; Matthew 28:16-20 |
June 26
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Pentecost 2 |
Winning Over Worrying |
Matthew 6:34 |
Isaiah 49:8-16a; Romans 1:8-17; Matthew 6:24-34 |
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WE CARE SO WE SHARE
Dear Church Family,
Welcome to Spring! It seems that winter took more than its fair share of months this year, but now we are enjoying birds, yellow flowers, putting away winter garments. Those who slipped and slid between parking lot and door are content to drag in sand from the parking lot. Certainly our last KOA provided a prelude to spring as we viewed very floral screen. Oohs and aahs were plentiful. You might say they sprung forth. One of our ninety plus ladies in our building comes up daily with a riddle for us. She frequently will ask what goes up, but has down? (a duck) How delighted we were to be able to stump her this week with “If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring?” (Pilgrims)
Last month we acknowledged the big day of Brandon Martinez, his confirmation. Brandon has been such a special Gloria Dei disciple for so many years and we sought him out to seek what/why/who has helped him along life’s roadway.
Brandon is child #3 in a four child family. How does he feel about that position in the family? “Good. You’re not treated worse, or better than the others. Being first is worse. Second is the best. The third one has treasure in his chest (ha-just kidding). Bad. Your parents are helping the others and don’t always have time for me!” Brandon goes to St. Anthony School. His favorite subject is FACS class (teaching basic daily living needs, cooking, etc.)
We know Brandon has been active on the soccer team. He had little enthusiasm for the sport when his parents first enrolled him in it. But years later he tried it again and liked it. Some of the other extracurricular activities Brandon enjoys are snowboarding, choir and field trips.
As a solo confirmand, Brandon liked to have the focus and encouragement going 100% to him. The not so good part what having to be attentive at all times. (Reporter’s note – bigger classes ensure others getting some of the questions!) Brandon would like to pattern his life after Jesus, because Jesus was prefect and Brandon, too, wishes he were not a sinner. He admired Moses because of his vast experiences.
Brandon has enjoyed serving Gloria Dei by serving at Crest View, bringing friends to church, serving at dinners, serving as an acolyte and participating in Christmas programs. Many of us remember Brandon and his dad performing at a Gloria Dei talent show. They still show each other dance stunts and steps for fun, but now he mostly dances a little with friends for activities. Your reporter remembers working in the church office when Grandpa Ralph came in elated about Brandon’s birth. He said “He has a certain sparkle about him!”
Many “strong people” have inspired Brandon and taught him good things – his grandpa, his dad, Pastor Gade, some sport figures, and power rangers. We have all been impressed to see the hug Grandma Leota gets; returning down the aisle from communion holding onto Mom with one hand and Dad with the other. You not only pass the peace, but we feel the love of family. Do you ever have a time when you feel a little less loving? “My mom says that I was always loving and kind since I was little, but dealing with my brothers and sisters, I am bossy and a trickster at times.”
Brandon has enjoyed pets: (1) a bearded dragon lizard, formerly owned by Kian Melhus; (2) a poodle Bichon dog; (3) some rats and hermit crabs.
What a fun interview, Brandon. Pastor Gade has expressed his desire to someday see you in the pulpit. You have already served a very special minister to our congregation. May God bless you as you have blessed us.
A prayer of thanksgiving for some slow healing for many of our hospitalized.
Happy Father’s Day!
To God be the glory!
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THE LUTHERAN HOUR
WCCO 830 AM Radio
Heard each Sunday morning at 6:05 am
Hosted by Rev. Gregory Seltz
(unless otherwise noted)
June 5 - "What's in a Name?"
What's in a name? In the name of Jesus, there is God's holiness. Jesus is the public name of God's grace for a sinful world. - John 17:10-11
June 12 - "That's the Spirit!"
When God's Word leads you to realize that you are thirsty for His grace and that Jesus alone can quench your thirst, that's the Spirit at work! - John 7:37-39
June 19 - "A Father's Love"
Jesus taught us to pray to the God of the universe: "Our Father..." He meets our greatest need: to be reconciled to God the Father, our Creator. - Matthew 6:9
June 26 - "Snake-Oil Salesmen"
Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour:
Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus
We are bombarded by so many falsehoods we sometimes despair of finding something, anything to believe. Today, Pastor Ken Klaus speaks God's truth: the salvation that comes to us through the Savior. - Jeremiah 28:9
TIME OF GRACE
Pastor Mark Jeske
St. Marcus Lutheran Church, Milwaukee, WI
Straight talk about God ’s Word and real hope for this life. A strong gospel message delivered in an informal Bible study style.
- KMSP Fox 9 - Sunday 6:30 am
- Channel 23, Cable 8 - Sunday 9:00 am
- Direct TV, Ch 369 - Wed. 5:00 pm
- DishNetwork, Ch 263 - Wed. 5:00 pm
www.timeofgrace.org |
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WOMAN TO WOMAN
As of now, this program is not on a radio station in our area, but you can listen online at: www.womantowomanradio.com or XM Satellite radio station XM 170 Family talk on Saturdays at
1:30 pm
June 4 - Organ Donor, Your Turn?
Michelle Higginbotham displayed the compassion of Christ when she donated her kidney to a total stranger in a kidney chain, ultimately benefiting five recipients. Michelle and Organ Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Will Chapman will answer some of the most common questions about organ donation.
June 11 - The Facebook Frenzy
Author Jesse Rice, Theologian Travis Scholl and Counselor Kim Hasty say the hyper-connected are redefining community! They will share ways that we can take advantage of the Facebook revolution without it taking advantage of our desire for identity, our craving to be known, and our need to belong.
June 18 - The Smart Stepdad's Wife
Stepdad's are heroes, according to Blended Family Expert and author Ron Deal. In his book, The Smart Stepdad, he offers insights on the role played by successful stepfathers.
June 25 - Habits of Happy Mothers
Where is the fun in mothering? Pediatrician and Adolescent Physician, Dr. Meg Meeker provides some valuable answers to that question from her book, The Ten Habits of Happy Mothers. |
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| SPECIAL OCCASIONS FOR SPECIAL PEOPLE |
Happy Birthday:
- 1st - Beverly Swanson
- 2nd - Verlayne Sather
- 5th - Roselina Ehnes
- 12th - Debra Forsberg
- 15th - Meridel Christopherson
- 15th - Kenneth Swanson
- 16th - Matthew Volner
- 16th - Jane Erickson
- 18th - Beverlee Kassube
- 18th - Jennifer Tousignant
- 21st - Carlos Martinez
- 22nd - LeRoy Halverson
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Happy Anniversary:
- 12th - Virgil & Betty Hietala
- 17th - Mike & Kari Duffee
- 18th - Lester & Mildred Eckhardt
- 21st - Jonathan & Sara Edwards
- 28th - Tom Harris & Pat Vogel
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June Servants
Elders:
- 5th - Karmon Christopherson
- 12th - Harold Anderson
- 19th - Ed Idarraga
- 26th - Karmon Christopherson
Counters:
- 5th - Derald & Chris Hadrath
- 12th - Jean Brede, Tom Harris
- 19th - Dale Raschke, Wade Billmeyer
- 26th - Al, Pam, Aaron & Kim Morelli
Greeters: OPEN
Ushers: To be determined
Altar Care: Jean Brede, Leota Luhmann |
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June Providers
Flowers:
- 5th - OPEN
- 12th - OPEN
- 19th - OPEN
- 26th - Lois French
Candles:
- 5th - OPEN
- 12th - Leota Luhmann, for Carlos Martinez' birthday
- 19th - Lester & Millie Eckhardt, for their anniversary
- 26th - Arlene Derksen, for daughter Vicki's birthday
If you sign up for flowers or candles after the newsletter is published, be sure and let Jeannie know. We want to make sure that flowers are ordered and you are properly acknowledged in the bulletin notes. |
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WHAT IS A FATHER?
A FATHER…
- is a thing that is forced to endure childbirth without an anesthetic.
- is a thing that growls when it feels good – and laughs when it’s scared half to death.
- never feels entirely worthy of the worship in a child’s eyes.
- never is quite the hero his daughter thinks.
- never quite the man his son believes him to be and this worries him, sometimes. So he works too hard to try and smooth the rough places in the road for those of his own who will follow him.
- grows faster than people because they have to stand at the airport and wave good-bye to the uniform that climbs aboard. And while mothers can cry where it shows, father have to stand there and beam outside – and die inside.
- has a very stout heart, because they are apt to be broken at times and no one knows what’s inside.
- is what gives daughters away to other men who aren’t nearly good enough – so they can have grandchildren that are smarter than anybody’s.
- fights dragons – almost daily. They hurry away from the breakfast table; off to the arena which is sometimes called an office or a factory. There with calloused, practiced hands they tackle the dragon with three heads: Weariness, Work, and Monotony. And they never quite win the fight but they never give up.
- Knights in shining armor – fathers in shiny trousers – there’s little difference, as they march away to work each workday.
Paul Harvey |
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