BAIYB…We can live in God’s wisdom

What does it mean to make the most of time? Does it mean that we should cram as much as we can into a day, hour, minute—get more done than some think is more than humanly possible and then add more to the list just for kicks? Or does it mean we should spend all our time resting in a hammock under the shade of a tree, watching the clouds float by? Actually, that sounds pretty good…but I’m certain it doesn’t fit in the category of “making the most of the time.”

Behave as if you believe…we can live in God’s wisdom means living within a balance between the chronos and kairos. For every task we complete, there is equal time spent at the Lord’s feet. But it also speaks to our focus…the unfortunate reality of our world is that sometimes there is just too much to get done. But on what are we focusing? When we allow ourselves to be consumed by the chronos…to the elimination of the kairos, we become out of balance…unwise, so to speak. This week, allow yourself recharge time…live in God’s wisdom…enjoy the gift you’ve been given from your loving Lord. Thanks be to God.

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Don’t Forget – Midweek Summer Worship!
As part of our summer experiment, Wednesday nights in July and August will feature a light meal and worship!  The meal is served at 6:30 PM. We ask a suggested donation of $2 per person.

We will then worship around the tables at 7:30 PM.  We will sing, read, commune and bless one another.

Wednesday Noon Bible Study: 
All are welcome to join in a study of the Letter to the Romans.  It’s the longest letter we have of the Apostle Paul and every word is important.  

We’re taking a two week break on our study of Romans and will resume September 2 with Chapter 12.  Bring your lunch and bible!We Equip

Fall Program Start Dates:
Choir: First rehearsal – August 23 after church; first Sunday in church, Sept 13
Faith Formation – Rally Day Sunday September 13 9 AM-1 PM,
Confirmation Orientation: Wednesday September 16 at 6:30 PM.
Third year Confirmation students September 20 from 11:45 – 1:15 PM  Parents should attend the first meeting.
Adult Forum: September 20 – Lutherans and Disaster Response/Recovery – Amy Pennenga from Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey will join us.

Introducing Discipleship Academy: Discipleship Academy is a series of Saturday morning classes that encourage deeper faith through the practices of discipleship. The desire is to equip those who attend with tools of their faith, to work together and share our accumulated wisdom and to lift each other up.  The first course is “Telling Your Story” and will start on September 12 at 10 AM (and end at 12PM). The courses are four hours over two Saturdays. We are asking $5/course to pay for materials & snacks.

Contact PTina for more information or to register for the first course.

Upcoming Fellowship Events:
September 13 – Rally Day Picnic 11:30-2
October 3 – Oktoberfest 4 PM – 7 PM details TBD
October 4 – Blessing of Animals 12 PM in sanctuary. All pets welcome.

Upcoming Partner Events:
C4C Backpack Event – August 29 from 2-4 PM
SEC Food Pantry Wine & Pairings Dinner – September 24 @ 6 PM, $55/person see Emery Malasits
Pathways to Prosperity Carousel (Tricky Tray) – October 22 @6:30 PM, $60/person

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Faith Kitchen Prep & Service:

The next Tuesday night prep for the Faith Kitchen is August 25 @ 6 PM.

We also are preparing and serving the Saturday meal on September 5 (which is Saturday of Labor Day weekend).  Please contact Janice Turner or PTina if  you can help prep on Friday September 4(6-8pm) or join us serving in Dover on September 5 (9:30am-1pm)

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