A-ha! Real and Not Yet Glory
This is the final week of the liturgical season of Epiphany. As is custom, we read the story of Jesus and the disciples, who witness the transfiguration of Jesus into his real and not yet glory.
But there is more to this lesson than just the mountain top experience. At the base of the mountain is a young child writhing with a demon. At the base are a group of folks who aren’t sure what to do to heal this child – especially while Jesus is gone.
We, like those disciples, are awed by the mountaintop and I believe are a little afraid of the demons and writhing in the valleys. And that is exactly where we are called – to work, heal, advocate, & bring justice. Because as members of Christ’s body, we know the glory that is to come. Yet, while here in the valley, there is plenty for us to do.
Whoever you are and wherever you find yourself on your faith journey, know that you are most welcome here.
Joins us for worship on Sunday, February 7 at 8 & 10:15 AM.
There will be an all church outreach project during our education hour to make baby care kits for Lutheran World Relief. See the info and the list of items in our mission and ministry news.
Blessings,
Pastor Tina
Thanks!: to the Mahons for hosting coffee hour last Sunday Thanks as well to the Robinson, Schunk, & Terry families for hosting House Church Visits
Faith Formation Outreach: The outreach project for January and February will be to make baby kits for Lutheran World Relief. Here is a list of items that we are looking for to make the kits:
lightweight cotton t-shirts (no onesies) (varying sizes from nb to 24 mo appreciated)
long or short sleeved gowns or sleepers without feet
receiving blankets
cloth diapers
jacket/sweater/sweatshirt with hood
socks
hand towels
bath size bars of soap
diaper pins or large safety pins
All are invited to put the kits together on February 7 during the education hour.
ASH WEDNESDAY WORSHIP:
Wednesday, February 10 marks the beginning of our 40 days of Lent. You are invited to worship with us at 12 PM or 7:30 PM. Both services will include the Imposition of Ashes and Holy Communion. There will be no bible study.
House Church Visits:
The E. Mountain Rd House Church visit has been rescheduled for Saturday March 12 at 6 PM. Invitations are being mailed this weekend.
We’re still scheduling neighborhood visits – East Glen Rd/Oak Ridge, Lake Mohawk North & West, Jefferson North, & Jefferson South.
Fish & Chips & Fun: We are moving ahead in anticipation of our second Fish & Chips event on Saturday February 20 from 5-7:30 PM. We are adding Tricky Tray & 50/50 raffles to help raise funds for our mortgage.
Here’s how you can help:
1. Attend & encourage others to attend. Ticket prices are the same as last year – $13 pre-event beginning February 1 and $15 at the door. There will be beer and wine for sale as well as Tricky Tray & 50/50 raffles.
2. Donate an item for a basket theme OR donate a whole basket. Pets, Sports, Hobbies…the list is a big as your imagination.
3. Sign up to help set-up, serve, & clean-up. Your hands are important for a smooth running even.
Samantha Valtos is coordinator of the Fish & Chips. Contact her atsamantha.r.valtos@gmail.com for more information about how to help out.
Ecumenical Prayer Cycle: We join with Christians around the world praying for our brothers and sisters in joy and concern. For February 7- February 13, we pray for Ireland; United Kingdom: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales. Learn more about these countries when you click on the link, which will direct you to the World Council of Churches website.