Fear…and Great Joy 4-09-23
Have you ever walked through a cemetery after dark? It can get kind of creepy and scary. Well, almost 2,000 years ago a few women were walking through a cemetery in the pre-dawn hours…to be shocked by an earthquake, an angel, and other startling occurrences! The Gospel writer Matthew claimed these women were afraid…and why not? But then, they encountered the risen and victorious Jesus…risen from the dead. And Jesus said, “Do not be afraid!”
Having heard the Easter story, we can turn our fear of death into great joy! Join Pastor Jack on Easter Sunday as he delivers his Easter message, “Fear…and Great Joy”.
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COFFEE HOUR HOSTS – are needed. Please see the sign-up sheet on the narthex table. Thanks to the DiColas for leading this fellowship activity.
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THANK YOU to everyone for making the EASTER EGG HUNT a fun time for all.
FOOD DRIVE (4/2 -30) organized by Alex and Sophie Ibaceta as their confirmation project will benefit Connect 4 Community see the bulletin for further details.
EASTER BRUNCH – Please sign up on the events bulletin board with the food item you will bring. Bagels and croissants will be provided. Please see Pat K. if you have any questions or would like to help
MEAT, EAT AND GREET at the Hassa’s on Sat., April 22, at 4 p.m. Please sign up on the events bulletin board or call Diane at (973-903- 9301) or Judi at (973) 224-0986
MOZART REQUIEM – The NJ Conservatory Symphonic Chorus and Orchestra will perform on Sunday, April 23, 2023, here at SOTH at 4 p.m. Please contaJudith Stuss at 973-402-2004 stussj@gmail.com for tickets.
ORIENTATION CLASSES – All classes at 7:00 PM in our Fellowship Hall: (all are invited) May 1 – Welcome to SOTH May 8 – Lutheran History and Doctrine May 15 – Specific Teams at SOTH; How to give of time, talents, and treasures. June 4 – Official Reception of New Members will take place during worship at 9 AM. GOT BOOKS? – Please keep an eye out for a book donation/recycling bin coming soon to our parking lot from New Legacy Books. This is a “green” fundraising activity. New Legacy will accept books in good, readable condition with an ISBN barcode label on the book cover. Hardcover, paperback, and textbooks are all welcome! For further information, please check their website http://www.newlegacybooks.com. See their brochure on the events bulletin board or ask Wendy in the office. YOUR HELP IS NEEDED – CONTROL ROOM HELP, OFFICE VOLUNTEERS, COFFEE HOUR HOSTS, FINANCIAL COUNTERS, PHOTOGRAPHER, DEACONS, AND USHERS are all needed. Training joyfully provided. If someone calls to recruit you, please prayerfully consider how YOU can serve. You can always volunteer by contacting the office. JOIN US WITH GENEROUS GIVING TO OUR MISSION: With these gifts, we continue to welcome folks to our community, to equip them with faith tools – learning the word, prayers for one another, and communal support – and then to send us into the world to welcome others. Your donations to SOTH can be accomplished in the following ways: On Sunday, place your donation in the offering plate. Mail your offering to: SOTH 246 Woodport Rd., Sparta, NJ 07871 Go online to setup your e-giving from your checking, savings, credit card or debit card http://secure.myvanco.com/L-YXCY Download Vanco Mobile (Faith) on your smartphone, search for Shepherd of the Hills (Sparta) Text Giving to 973-832-0226 You can make a one-time gift or setup recurring offerings. Many thanks to all of the donors who support our mission! STREAMING IS HERE!: We are excited to announce that you can now view our service live at 9:00 a.m. each Sunday. Click on this link to see the service and subscribe to our SOTH channel: https://www.youtube.com/@shepherdofthehillslutheran8820/streams Don’t worry if you missed the live broadcast. All services are archived on our channel. You can also search for us on Facebook and like our page. https://www.facebook.com/SOTHNJ/. |
| WORSHIP INFO For April 9, 2023 Worship Service Bulletin New Link for Zoom Bible Study, Wed. at noon Meeting ID: 829 4727 4304 Passcode: 002314 CONGREGATIONAL COUNCIL: President: JD Allen Vice President: Emery Malasits Treasurer: Brett Maynard Recording Secretary: Celeste Bethmann Financial Secretary: Steve Lewandowski Property: Patrick Wood Nurture (Worship & Music): Pat Kovacs Social Ministry: Diane Fitzpatrick CLOTHING DONATION BIN – Place clothing and shoes in plastic bags. Proceeds will benefit SOTH. Please do not leave items outside of the box. Please tell your friends and family so that we can fill those bins! BROWN BAG BIBLE STUDY Continues in person at Holy Trinity Church or via Zoom, the first and third Wednesdays from noon-12:45. Join Pastor Jack for a lively discussion of the Bible. No prior experience necessary! Click here to join us via Zoom. ++++++ Copyright © 2021 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, All rights reserved. You are a treasured member of the church and here is another way to get information in a timely manner Our mailing address is: Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church 246 Woodport Road, Sparta, NJ 07871 |