Weekly Email for the Fourth Sunday in Advent
December 20, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
We invite you to wear something blue on Sunday as way to clothe ourselves in the hope of Christ that the Advent season celebrates. Blue is the color of the Advent season.
This Sunday's Events:
We celebrate our last Sunday in Advent with the great reading of Mary's song to Elizabeth. Her song speaks of the humbleness of being used in such a way by God, but also it celebrates the way God "lifts the lowly" and "brings down the mighty".
I will be preaching from the Old Testament reading from Micah and will be exploring the importance of Bethlehem as the birthplace of Jesus and as an image of the Gospel. I hope that you enjoy it.
On Sunday morning we will also welcome the following people into the family of Peace Lutheran Church:
Jennifer Holland, Drew and Paige
(Affirmation of Baptism)
Tony & Rhonda Pena and Bianca
(Transferred from Christ Redeemer Lutheran Church, Deer Park, TX)
Jay & Sandy Tillis
(Transferred from Faith Lutheran Church, Dickinson, TX)
Please be sure to introduce yourself to these families after the service.
Lesson and Carols Service, Sunday, December 27 at 10:00.
ONE SERVICE ONLY, NO COMMUNION AND NO SUNDAY SCHOOL.
Christmas Eve Family Service:
We are searching for a boy and girl to play the parts of Mary and Joseph (no speaking parts).
We are also searching for children and youth who would be willing to play Christmas music (religious only) during the service. We want this service to highlight the many gifts of our children and young people.
If you have someone contact, Jan Woodard
Christmas Eve Family Photos:
One of the great traditions is that David Slater in years past has offered to take picture of worshipers in front of the Peace Christmas tree on Christmas Eve. Due to health concerns, he will be unable to offer this.
Is there anyone who can offer to take pictures before and/or after a service? We can provide a simple camera to use. The church will pay for the processing of the pictures. Contact Jan Woodard or Pastor Tart if you can. This is a great way to serve others.
Christmas Eve Services:
Our Christmas Eve services are:
4:00 pm Family Service with candlelighting, bells, and special spontaneous acting out of the Christmas story by the children. They will also be leading the congregation in singing "Away in the Manger". Communion will also be celebrated.
7:30 pm Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Spirit of Peace and communion
11:00 pm Candlelight communion service with special music by the choir and musicians. (The choir will also sing the Bach cantata, “To Us a Child Is Born” with soloists, flute, violin and organ.)
Extra Parking Spaces Available
For your convenience during the holiday season, if our church parking lot is full, we have permission from the Dentist and CPA offices (located next door) to park in their lot.
Playground Update
Due to weather and the time of year, the playground will not be completed until after January 1.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty.
For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Triumph in Clear Lake
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer
Vickie Hildebrand continues treatment for cancer
Please let us know if you have a pastoral care issue or concern.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Blood Pressure Screening Today
On the third Sunday of each month the Parish Nurses offer free blood pressure screening. They will be available on Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Library. This is for all ages – children, too!
Don’t Forget Your New Years Plans
If you haven’t made your New Years Eve plans yet, why not plan on joining us! We will go out to eat at Pepper’s Beef & Seafood, 3604 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, at 5:00 pm, and then return to the church at 7:00 pm for an evening of games. At midnight we will ring in the new year with a glass of non-alcoholic bubbly. A sign-up sheet is on the table in the narthex. Any questions, please contact Lin Peterson at (281) 476-0632.
End of Year Giving
According to IRS requirements, checks must be dated and postmarked December 31, 2009 in order to claim a charitable deduction for 2009. If you are considering a donation to the church before the end of the year, please keep this in mind.
No Brotherhood Meeting in January
The Brotherhood will not meet in January. Mark your calendars, bring a friend and plan to join us on February 6th for breakfast in the Fellowship Hall.
Friday, December 18, 2009
Friday, December 11, 2009
Weekly Email for the Third Sunday in Advent
December 13, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
We invite you to wear something blue on Sunday as away to clothe ourselves in the hope of Christ that the Advent season celebrates. Blue is the color of the Advent season.
This Sunday's Events
We had a great farewell for David and he left us knowing just how much his ministry meant. Thanks to all who made it so very special.
This Sunday, the big events are the annual meeting in the fellowship hall after the 11:00 service and the Sunday School Christmas program at 5:00 pm.
The Lunch Bunch will meet following the annual meeting at Tequila Boom in Clear Lake.
Our annual meeting is required by law and we must approve the budget and elect leadership. Please make every effort to attend. We need to have a quorum. This is everyone's responsibility.
The title of my sermon is, "What Are We to Do?", and I will be talking about how repentance is really a great thing in our lives and how God helps us to change destructive attitudes and habits. Repentance is always about action. But the great thing is that the end of repentance is the joy of Grace and new beginnings. I hope you enjoy it.
Wednesday Advent Soup Suppers and Holden Evening Prayer continues, 6:00 Soup Supper, 7:00 Service
On December 16, I have invited, the Norwegian Lutheran Seaman's church pastor to have the devotion for us. Her name is Rev. Ingrid Fallegard. I promise you will not want to miss her.
Since I speak Norwegian, we have set up a reciprocal pastoral care relationship between our church and theirs. They will minister in my absence and me in theirs. This is a great benefit to the members of both of our churches. They speak excellent English by the way.
We will also be decorating the Christmas tree each Wednesday. We always have a lot of fun with this.
This will be our last Advent Soup Supper. We thank the men of Peace, the women of Peace and the Council for bringing soups to share.
Playground Update
Due to weather and the time of year, the playground will not be completed until after January 1.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty.
For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Christmas Eve Services:
Our Christmas Eve services are:
4:00 Family Service with candlelighting, bells, and special spontaneous acting out of the Christmas story by the children. They will also be leading the congregation in singing "Away in the Manger". Communion will also be celebrated.
7:30 Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Spirit of Peace and communion.
11:00 Candlelight communion service with special music by the choir and musicians. The choir will sing the Bach cantata, “To Us a Child Is Born” at the 11:00 service with soloists, flute, violin and organ.
Lesson and Carols Service, December 27 at 10:00
ONE SERVICE ONLY, NO COMMUNION AND NO SUNDAY SCHOOL.
Pastoral Care Notes
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Triumph in Clear Lake
Helen Shoppa: Bayshore
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment for cancer.
Please let us know if you have a pastoral care issue or concern.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Worship Assistants Needed for Christmas Eve Services
We’re still looking for some volunteers to serve at our Christmas Eve services at 4:00 pm, 7:30 pm and 11:00 pm. Please sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex. We are also still in need of assisting ministers and lectors. Thanks for all of your hard work. Jan Woodard Smith
Advent Card
Each year the Women of Peace provide us with an Advent Card. In lieu of sending Christmas cards to everyone in our congregation, we combine our money toward a special project. The 2009 Advent Card can be found on the table in the narthex through December 13th. Please use the blue envelopes for your contribution. (Make checks payable to Women of Peace.) You may place your envelope in the weekly collection plate. This year the money collected will go towards the Confirmation Scholarship Fund. The Advent Card is published and available at our Christmas Eve services. If you have any questions, see Becky White.
LWR Fair Trade Coffee Project - Sunday
The midweek Bible Study group continues to sell coffee, tea and hot cocoa mix through the Lutheran World Relief Fair Trade Coffee Project. Micah 6:8 calls us, as Christians, to do justice, love, mercy and walk humbly. By using Fair Trade coffee and other products in our congregation and homes, we are helping farmers receive a fair price that covers their cost of production and guarantees them a living wage for their labors. Be sure to stop by the table in the narthex and support this project.
End of Year Giving
According to IRS requirements, checks must be dated and postmarked December 31, 2009 in order to claim a charitable deduction for 2009. If you are considering a donation to the church before the end of the year, please keep this in mind.
Poinsettias
Sunday is the last day to sign up for poinsettias. If you would like to donate a poinsettia plant to place in the church for Christmas Eve, please sign the sheet in the narthex. We ask that you bring your plant to the church during the week of December 13th. You may take your plants home on December 27th. Any questions please call Pam Cronan at (713) 492-2811.
Don’t Forget Your New Years Plans
If you haven’t made your New Years Eve plans yet, why not plan on joining us! We will go out to eat at Pepper’s Beef & Seafood, 3604 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, at 5:00 pm, and then return to the church at 7:00 pm for an evening of games. At midnight we will ring in the new year with a glass of non-alcoholic bubbly. Any questions, please contact Lin Peterson at (281) 476-0632.
“To all the Peace Lutheran Family...
On Monday, December 7, I moved to Fairbanks, Alaska to be close to my fiancée, Brenna, and pursue a new and exciting chapter in my life. I appreciate all of your prayers, well wishes, support and even your friendly teasing. I am incredibly lucky and blessed to have so many people surrounding me with love and support. These past four years serving you and being a part of this church have shown me the love of Christ in new and enlightening ways. I am truly thankful for the opportunity God has given me to teach and serve the people in this community. May God continue to bless you and stir up this community of faith with the Holy Spirit.
A few things I want to make sure you know:
1. My email address and cell phone number will remain the same. (davidbooher@gmail.com, 832-863-6447)
2. My new mailing address is
David Booher
PO Box 750610
Fairbanks, AK 99775”
December 13, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
We invite you to wear something blue on Sunday as away to clothe ourselves in the hope of Christ that the Advent season celebrates. Blue is the color of the Advent season.
This Sunday's Events
We had a great farewell for David and he left us knowing just how much his ministry meant. Thanks to all who made it so very special.
This Sunday, the big events are the annual meeting in the fellowship hall after the 11:00 service and the Sunday School Christmas program at 5:00 pm.
The Lunch Bunch will meet following the annual meeting at Tequila Boom in Clear Lake.
Our annual meeting is required by law and we must approve the budget and elect leadership. Please make every effort to attend. We need to have a quorum. This is everyone's responsibility.
The title of my sermon is, "What Are We to Do?", and I will be talking about how repentance is really a great thing in our lives and how God helps us to change destructive attitudes and habits. Repentance is always about action. But the great thing is that the end of repentance is the joy of Grace and new beginnings. I hope you enjoy it.
Wednesday Advent Soup Suppers and Holden Evening Prayer continues, 6:00 Soup Supper, 7:00 Service
On December 16, I have invited, the Norwegian Lutheran Seaman's church pastor to have the devotion for us. Her name is Rev. Ingrid Fallegard. I promise you will not want to miss her.
Since I speak Norwegian, we have set up a reciprocal pastoral care relationship between our church and theirs. They will minister in my absence and me in theirs. This is a great benefit to the members of both of our churches. They speak excellent English by the way.
We will also be decorating the Christmas tree each Wednesday. We always have a lot of fun with this.
This will be our last Advent Soup Supper. We thank the men of Peace, the women of Peace and the Council for bringing soups to share.
Playground Update
Due to weather and the time of year, the playground will not be completed until after January 1.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty.
For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Christmas Eve Services:
Our Christmas Eve services are:
4:00 Family Service with candlelighting, bells, and special spontaneous acting out of the Christmas story by the children. They will also be leading the congregation in singing "Away in the Manger". Communion will also be celebrated.
7:30 Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with Spirit of Peace and communion.
11:00 Candlelight communion service with special music by the choir and musicians. The choir will sing the Bach cantata, “To Us a Child Is Born” at the 11:00 service with soloists, flute, violin and organ.
Lesson and Carols Service, December 27 at 10:00
ONE SERVICE ONLY, NO COMMUNION AND NO SUNDAY SCHOOL.
Pastoral Care Notes
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Triumph in Clear Lake
Helen Shoppa: Bayshore
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment for cancer.
Please let us know if you have a pastoral care issue or concern.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Worship Assistants Needed for Christmas Eve Services
We’re still looking for some volunteers to serve at our Christmas Eve services at 4:00 pm, 7:30 pm and 11:00 pm. Please sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex. We are also still in need of assisting ministers and lectors. Thanks for all of your hard work. Jan Woodard Smith
Advent Card
Each year the Women of Peace provide us with an Advent Card. In lieu of sending Christmas cards to everyone in our congregation, we combine our money toward a special project. The 2009 Advent Card can be found on the table in the narthex through December 13th. Please use the blue envelopes for your contribution. (Make checks payable to Women of Peace.) You may place your envelope in the weekly collection plate. This year the money collected will go towards the Confirmation Scholarship Fund. The Advent Card is published and available at our Christmas Eve services. If you have any questions, see Becky White.
LWR Fair Trade Coffee Project - Sunday
The midweek Bible Study group continues to sell coffee, tea and hot cocoa mix through the Lutheran World Relief Fair Trade Coffee Project. Micah 6:8 calls us, as Christians, to do justice, love, mercy and walk humbly. By using Fair Trade coffee and other products in our congregation and homes, we are helping farmers receive a fair price that covers their cost of production and guarantees them a living wage for their labors. Be sure to stop by the table in the narthex and support this project.
End of Year Giving
According to IRS requirements, checks must be dated and postmarked December 31, 2009 in order to claim a charitable deduction for 2009. If you are considering a donation to the church before the end of the year, please keep this in mind.
Poinsettias
Sunday is the last day to sign up for poinsettias. If you would like to donate a poinsettia plant to place in the church for Christmas Eve, please sign the sheet in the narthex. We ask that you bring your plant to the church during the week of December 13th. You may take your plants home on December 27th. Any questions please call Pam Cronan at (713) 492-2811.
Don’t Forget Your New Years Plans
If you haven’t made your New Years Eve plans yet, why not plan on joining us! We will go out to eat at Pepper’s Beef & Seafood, 3604 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, at 5:00 pm, and then return to the church at 7:00 pm for an evening of games. At midnight we will ring in the new year with a glass of non-alcoholic bubbly. Any questions, please contact Lin Peterson at (281) 476-0632.
“To all the Peace Lutheran Family...
On Monday, December 7, I moved to Fairbanks, Alaska to be close to my fiancée, Brenna, and pursue a new and exciting chapter in my life. I appreciate all of your prayers, well wishes, support and even your friendly teasing. I am incredibly lucky and blessed to have so many people surrounding me with love and support. These past four years serving you and being a part of this church have shown me the love of Christ in new and enlightening ways. I am truly thankful for the opportunity God has given me to teach and serve the people in this community. May God continue to bless you and stir up this community of faith with the Holy Spirit.
A few things I want to make sure you know:
1. My email address and cell phone number will remain the same. (davidbooher@gmail.com, 832-863-6447)
2. My new mailing address is
David Booher
PO Box 750610
Fairbanks, AK 99775”
Friday, December 4, 2009
For the Second Sunday in Advent
December 6, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
We invite you to wear something blue on Sunday as way to clothe ourselves in the hope of Christ that the Advent season celebrates. Blue is the color of the Advent season.
This Sunday's Events
We will bid farewell to David at all three services. He will be preaching at all three services on that day. Also, we will have a special card basket and encourage everyone to drop him a card and personal note. David has meant a lot to our congregation and we are sad about his leaving, but we are excited about his future.
At the 11:00 am service, Joy Moore will be baptized as well as receive her first communion along with Christeen Gaspard and Samantha Watt.
Wednesday Advent Soup Suppers and Holden Evening Prayer continues. 6:00 pm Soup Supper, 7:00 pm Service
I will be having the devotion next Wednesday. We thank Martha Digges for her wonderful and touching story about generosity.
On December 16th I have invited, the Norwegian Lutheran Seaman's church pastor to have the devotion for us. Her name is Rev. Ingrid Fallegard. I promise you will not want to miss her. Since I speak Norwegian, we have set up a reciprocal pastoral care relationship between our church and theirs. They will minister in my absence and me in theirs. This is a great benefit to the members of both of our churches. They speak excellent English by the way.
We will also be decorating the Christmas tree each Wednesday. We always have a lot of fun with this.
Playground Update
The playground is taking shape. What a great thing it will be for our children and the children of our community. It should be done in a couple of weeks.
Annual Meeting, December 13 after the 11
Our annual meeting is set for December 13 after the 11:00 service. At the meeting we will conduct any business of the church, elect leadership and voters to the church assembly, and approve our 2010 budget. We will also approve our annual report. Copies of the 2010 budget are available in the narthex.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty. For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created a blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Christmas Program
On December 13 we will have our annual Sunday School Christmas Program at 5:00 pm. Be sure to come and support our kids and teachers. Refreshments will follow.
(Reminder to parents: There will be a Christmas Program rehearsal on December 12th at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Christmas Party in the Fellowship Hall.)
Christmas Eve Services:
Our Christmas Eve services are:
4:00 pm - Family Service with candlelighting, bells, and special spontaneous acting out of the Christmas story by the children. They will also be leading the congregation in singing "Away in the Manger". Communion will also be celebrated.
7:30 pm - Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with communion
11:00 pm - Candlelight communion service with special music by the choir and musicians
Pastoral Care Notes
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Triumph in Clear Lake
Kent Schultz: Released from St. Joseph's
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer
Vickie Hildebrand continues treatment for cancer
Our Christian sympathy to:
Ruth Petty on the death of her sister, Velma Shuff
Steve & Myra Petty on the death of Myra’s sister, Pam McClung
Don & Janette Knutson on the loss of Don’s uncle
Please let us know if you have a pastoral care issue or concern.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Poinsettias
If you would like to donate a poinsettia plant to place in the church for Christmas Eve, please sign the sheet in the narthex. We ask that you bring your plant to the church during the week of December 13th. You may take your plants home on December 27th. Any questions please call Pam Cronan at (713) 492-2811.
Women of Peace Christmas Party December 6
The Women of Peace Christmas Party will be held on Sunday afternoon from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Liturgical dancers from St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hitchcock will perform. Think about a memorable Christmas from the past that you would like to share. Also, we ask that you bring household items and cleaners, toiletries, and women’s clothing for “Light of Hope - Cathy’s Angels” located in La Porte. Invite your family (spouses and children, too!) and join us for a great afternoon.
Light of Hope – Cathy’s Angels
The Women's Board has elected to support a program run by Light of Christ Lutheran Church in La Porte called Light of Hope - Cathy's Angels. It is home for women addicted to alcohol and drugs. Many of these women have lost their families and are homeless. The home has rooms for 18 women. They also have a pantry and resale shop, and are in need of many items. We ask that you prayerfully consider donating some of the following items:
Items Needed:
Non Perishable Food Items for the Pantry
Paper Products
Clothing for the Resale Shop (All clothing must be Clean, Pressed, and On Hangers)
Toiletries such as:
Feminine hygiene products
Shampoos
Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Bars of Soap, & Shower Gel
A basket and clothes rack for your items can be found in the hallway by the Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions please call Carol Young at 713-946-3680
Salvation Army Stocking Stuffing Program
Just a reminder: If you took a stocking home to stuff, please make sure to bring it back sometime during this week. Special thanks to all who helped make Christmas a little brighter for some needy children.
PCM Food Drive December 6
On Sunday we will hold our monthly food drive for Pasadena Community Ministries. You can place your donations in the hallway by the Fellowship Hall. Of course, monetary gifts are also accepted. Please make your check payable to Peace Lutheran Church and write “PCM” in the memo section. Thank you for caring and sharing.
Sr. High Youth Meeting December 9
Pastor Tart is planning a meeting with the senior high youth on Wednesday, December 9 at 6:00 pm. All senior high please come. We will be discussing the winter, spring and summer activities.
Advent Card
Each year the Women of Peace provide us with an Advent Card. In lieu of sending Christmas cards to everyone in our congregation, we combine our money toward a special project. The 2009 Advent Card can be found on the table in the narthex through December 13th. Please use the blue envelopes for your contribution. (Make checks payable to Women of Peace.) You may place your envelope in the weekly collection plate.
This year the money collected will go towards the Confirmation Scholarship Fund. The Advent Card is published and available at our Christmas Eve services. If you have any questions, see Becky White.
Friendship Circle Christmas Party
The women of the Friendship Circle will have their Christmas party on December 10th at 6:30 p.m. at Willie’s, located just north of Vista on Beltway 8. We hope that you will bring a friend and join us.
Godly Play Group Meets December 7
The Godly Play Group at Peace is for young children and their parents to enjoy free playtime and fellowship in Christ. It is geared for infants to 5 years old, but siblings are always welcome. Plan to bring a sack lunch and join us in the nursery on Monday, December 7th, at 10:00 a.m. If you have any questions contact Alycia Miller at (281) 478-6070.
Sr. High Youth Meeting December 9
Pastor Tart is planning a meeting with the senior high youth on Wednesday, December 9 at 6:00 pm. All senior high please come. We will be discussing the winter, spring and summer activities.
Martha Circle Holiday Party & Meeting
The Martha Circle will meet for their December meeting at the home of Barbara Digges, 6615 Trimstone Drive, Pasadena, on December 10th at 10:00 am. We ask that you join us for some fun and fellowship. Please bring a dish to share. Hope we see you there! RSVP (281) 851-2575.
Don’t Forget Your New Years Plans
If you haven’t made your New Years Eve plans yet, why not plan on joining us! We will go out to eat at Pepper’s Beef & Seafood, 3604 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, at 5:00 pm, and then return to the church at 7:00 pm for an evening of games. At midnight we will ring in the new year with a glass of non-alcoholic bubbly. Any questions, please contact Lin Peterson at (281) 476-0632.
December 6, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
We invite you to wear something blue on Sunday as way to clothe ourselves in the hope of Christ that the Advent season celebrates. Blue is the color of the Advent season.
This Sunday's Events
We will bid farewell to David at all three services. He will be preaching at all three services on that day. Also, we will have a special card basket and encourage everyone to drop him a card and personal note. David has meant a lot to our congregation and we are sad about his leaving, but we are excited about his future.
At the 11:00 am service, Joy Moore will be baptized as well as receive her first communion along with Christeen Gaspard and Samantha Watt.
Wednesday Advent Soup Suppers and Holden Evening Prayer continues. 6:00 pm Soup Supper, 7:00 pm Service
I will be having the devotion next Wednesday. We thank Martha Digges for her wonderful and touching story about generosity.
On December 16th I have invited, the Norwegian Lutheran Seaman's church pastor to have the devotion for us. Her name is Rev. Ingrid Fallegard. I promise you will not want to miss her. Since I speak Norwegian, we have set up a reciprocal pastoral care relationship between our church and theirs. They will minister in my absence and me in theirs. This is a great benefit to the members of both of our churches. They speak excellent English by the way.
We will also be decorating the Christmas tree each Wednesday. We always have a lot of fun with this.
Playground Update
The playground is taking shape. What a great thing it will be for our children and the children of our community. It should be done in a couple of weeks.
Annual Meeting, December 13 after the 11
Our annual meeting is set for December 13 after the 11:00 service. At the meeting we will conduct any business of the church, elect leadership and voters to the church assembly, and approve our 2010 budget. We will also approve our annual report. Copies of the 2010 budget are available in the narthex.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty. For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created a blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Christmas Program
On December 13 we will have our annual Sunday School Christmas Program at 5:00 pm. Be sure to come and support our kids and teachers. Refreshments will follow.
(Reminder to parents: There will be a Christmas Program rehearsal on December 12th at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Christmas Party in the Fellowship Hall.)
Christmas Eve Services:
Our Christmas Eve services are:
4:00 pm - Family Service with candlelighting, bells, and special spontaneous acting out of the Christmas story by the children. They will also be leading the congregation in singing "Away in the Manger". Communion will also be celebrated.
7:30 pm - Traditional Christmas Eve Candlelight Service with communion
11:00 pm - Candlelight communion service with special music by the choir and musicians
Pastoral Care Notes
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Triumph in Clear Lake
Kent Schultz: Released from St. Joseph's
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer
Vickie Hildebrand continues treatment for cancer
Our Christian sympathy to:
Ruth Petty on the death of her sister, Velma Shuff
Steve & Myra Petty on the death of Myra’s sister, Pam McClung
Don & Janette Knutson on the loss of Don’s uncle
Please let us know if you have a pastoral care issue or concern.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Poinsettias
If you would like to donate a poinsettia plant to place in the church for Christmas Eve, please sign the sheet in the narthex. We ask that you bring your plant to the church during the week of December 13th. You may take your plants home on December 27th. Any questions please call Pam Cronan at (713) 492-2811.
Women of Peace Christmas Party December 6
The Women of Peace Christmas Party will be held on Sunday afternoon from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Liturgical dancers from St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hitchcock will perform. Think about a memorable Christmas from the past that you would like to share. Also, we ask that you bring household items and cleaners, toiletries, and women’s clothing for “Light of Hope - Cathy’s Angels” located in La Porte. Invite your family (spouses and children, too!) and join us for a great afternoon.
Light of Hope – Cathy’s Angels
The Women's Board has elected to support a program run by Light of Christ Lutheran Church in La Porte called Light of Hope - Cathy's Angels. It is home for women addicted to alcohol and drugs. Many of these women have lost their families and are homeless. The home has rooms for 18 women. They also have a pantry and resale shop, and are in need of many items. We ask that you prayerfully consider donating some of the following items:
Items Needed:
Non Perishable Food Items for the Pantry
Paper Products
Clothing for the Resale Shop (All clothing must be Clean, Pressed, and On Hangers)
Toiletries such as:
Feminine hygiene products
Shampoos
Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Bars of Soap, & Shower Gel
A basket and clothes rack for your items can be found in the hallway by the Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions please call Carol Young at 713-946-3680
Salvation Army Stocking Stuffing Program
Just a reminder: If you took a stocking home to stuff, please make sure to bring it back sometime during this week. Special thanks to all who helped make Christmas a little brighter for some needy children.
PCM Food Drive December 6
On Sunday we will hold our monthly food drive for Pasadena Community Ministries. You can place your donations in the hallway by the Fellowship Hall. Of course, monetary gifts are also accepted. Please make your check payable to Peace Lutheran Church and write “PCM” in the memo section. Thank you for caring and sharing.
Sr. High Youth Meeting December 9
Pastor Tart is planning a meeting with the senior high youth on Wednesday, December 9 at 6:00 pm. All senior high please come. We will be discussing the winter, spring and summer activities.
Advent Card
Each year the Women of Peace provide us with an Advent Card. In lieu of sending Christmas cards to everyone in our congregation, we combine our money toward a special project. The 2009 Advent Card can be found on the table in the narthex through December 13th. Please use the blue envelopes for your contribution. (Make checks payable to Women of Peace.) You may place your envelope in the weekly collection plate.
This year the money collected will go towards the Confirmation Scholarship Fund. The Advent Card is published and available at our Christmas Eve services. If you have any questions, see Becky White.
Friendship Circle Christmas Party
The women of the Friendship Circle will have their Christmas party on December 10th at 6:30 p.m. at Willie’s, located just north of Vista on Beltway 8. We hope that you will bring a friend and join us.
Godly Play Group Meets December 7
The Godly Play Group at Peace is for young children and their parents to enjoy free playtime and fellowship in Christ. It is geared for infants to 5 years old, but siblings are always welcome. Plan to bring a sack lunch and join us in the nursery on Monday, December 7th, at 10:00 a.m. If you have any questions contact Alycia Miller at (281) 478-6070.
Sr. High Youth Meeting December 9
Pastor Tart is planning a meeting with the senior high youth on Wednesday, December 9 at 6:00 pm. All senior high please come. We will be discussing the winter, spring and summer activities.
Martha Circle Holiday Party & Meeting
The Martha Circle will meet for their December meeting at the home of Barbara Digges, 6615 Trimstone Drive, Pasadena, on December 10th at 10:00 am. We ask that you join us for some fun and fellowship. Please bring a dish to share. Hope we see you there! RSVP (281) 851-2575.
Don’t Forget Your New Years Plans
If you haven’t made your New Years Eve plans yet, why not plan on joining us! We will go out to eat at Pepper’s Beef & Seafood, 3604 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, at 5:00 pm, and then return to the church at 7:00 pm for an evening of games. At midnight we will ring in the new year with a glass of non-alcoholic bubbly. Any questions, please contact Lin Peterson at (281) 476-0632.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
WEEKLY EMAIL FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY IN ADVENT
NOVEMBER 29, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
A Happy Thanksgiving to ALL!
We invite you to wear something blue on Sunday as a way to clothe ourselves in the hope of Christ that the Advent season celebrates. Blue is the color of the Advent season.
This Sunday's Events:
I am very excited about our upcoming reading of Luke. In this Sunday's Gospel we start off with the announcement of the coming reign of God and how we need to be alert for its coming. The title of my sermon is, "The Kingdom of God is Near" and I will be preaching about seeing the signs of God's good and gracious reign all around us. Especially in a world that wants to blur the reign of God. We need to keep our perspective and eyes wide open. I hope that you will be blessed by the message.
Wednesday Advent Soup Suppers and Holden Evening Prayer begins December 2: 6:00pm Soup Supper, 7:00pm Service
We will have our annual Wednesday evening prayer service and soup supper. We will also be decorating the Christmas tree each Wednesday. We always have a lot of fun with this and hope that you are planning to attend.
David Booher's Farewell Sunday, December 6
We will bid farewell to David on December 6 at all three services. He will be preaching that day. Also, we will have a special card basket and encourage everyone to drop him a card and a personal note. David has meant a lot to our congregation and we are sad about this leaving, but we are excited about his future.
Playground Update
The playground is taking shape. What a great thing it will be for our children and the children of our community. It should be done in a couple of weeks.
Annual Meeting, December 13 After the 11:00 Service
Our annual meeting is set for December 13 after the 11:00 service. At the meeting we will conduct any business of the church, elect leadership and voters to the church assembly, and approve our 2010 budget. We will also approve our annual report.
Copies of the 2010 budget are available in the narthex.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty.
For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Triumph in Clear Lake
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrand continues treatment for cancer
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Worship Assistants Needed
Our December calendar is on the bulletin board in the narthex, and waiting for volunteers to sign up. Training is available. If possible please sign up in advance for our Christmas Eve services at 4:00, 7:30 and 11:00. We are also still in need of assisting ministers and lectors.
Children’s Christmas Program
Invite your family and friends to come and see the story of Christmas come to life at our Sunday School Christmas Program On Sunday, December 13th at 5:00 pm. Refreshments will follow.
(Reminder to parents: There will be a Christmas Program rehearsal on December 12th at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Christmas Party in the Fellowship Hall.)
Poinsettias
If you would like to donate a poinsettia plant to place in the church for Christmas Eve, please sign the sheet in the narthex. We ask that you bring your plant to the church during the week of December 13th. You may take your plants home on December 27th. Any questions please call Pam Cronan at (713) 492-2811.
Women of Peace Christmas Party
The Women of Peace Christmas Party will be held on December 6th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Liturgical dancers from St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hitchcock will perform. Think about a memorable Christmas from the past that you would like to share. Also, we ask that you bring household items and cleaners, toiletries, and women’s clothing for “Light of Hope - Cathy’s Angels” located in La Porte. Invite your family (spouses and children, too!) and join us for a great afternoon. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex. If you have any questions, see Geri Warren.
Salvation Army Stocking Stuffing Program
Christmas traditions are very important. The tradition of a child hanging a stocking on Christmas Eve and waking up on Christmas morning to see what Santa has brought is a tradition that has lasted through the ages. The Salvation Army started the Christmas Stocking Stuffing Program in 1984 and it has been a yearly tradition since. Each year hundreds of families receive toys for their children and along with those toys they receive a stocking that has been stuffed by volunteer organizations and individuals like you. Stockings are still available today in the narthex. Please return stockings to Peace Lutheran no later than December 3rd. If you have any questions call Mavis Greif at (281) 482-6823. Thank you for your generosity and giving spirit. May God bless you as you will be blessing others.
Light of Hope - Cathy's Angels
The Women's Board has elected to support a program run by Light of Christ Lutheran Church in La Porte called Light of Hope - Cathy's Angels. It is home for women addicted to alcohol and drugs. Many of these women have lost their families and are homeless. The home has rooms for 18 women. They also have a pantry and resale shop, and are in need of many items. We ask that you prayerfully consider donating some of the following items:
Items Needed:
Non Perishable Food Items for the Pantry
Paper Products
Clothing for the Resale Shop (All clothing must
be Clean, Pressed, and On Hangers)
Toiletries such as:
Feminine hygiene products
Shampoos
Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Bars of Soap, & Shower Gel
A basket and clothes rack for your items can be found in the hallway by the Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions please call Carol Young at 713-946-3680
Friendship Circle Christmas Party
The women of the Friendship Circle will have their Christmas party on December 10th at 6:30 p.m. at Willie’s, located just north of Vista on Beltway 8. We hope that you will bring a friend and join us.
Last Sunday for Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings. Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed: Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels. Thank you for your help. Diane Jorgenson
Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
WEEKLY EMAIL FOR CHRIST THE KING SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events
Wow we have completed another reading of the lectionary. In a way I feel like we are reading the last page of a really good book that has left us with new insights into our lives and how to live in community with others. I had a great time with these readings of God's Holy Word and leave this liturgical year with many fond memories. We had a great worship year.
This Sunday we will end the liturgical year with a bang as we celebrate the lordship of Christ. We will sing "Crown Him with Many Crowns" and "Lift High the Cross" as a way of proclaiming to the world that Jesus reigns over the forces of evil and sin. The title of my sermon is "Facing the Truth" and will be about how each of us needs to come to terms with the truth of Grace in our lives. I hope that you will enjoy it.
This Sunday we will also be feasting on our annual Thanksgiving dinner. Turkey will be served and the fellowship is always a lot of fun. Please plan on bring a dish to share and staying for dinner.
Wednesday Advent Soup Suppers and Holden Evening Prayer begins December 2. 6:00pm Soup Supper, 7:00pm Service
We will have our annual Wednesday evening prayer service and soup supper. We will also be decorating the Christmas tree each Wednesday. We always have a lot of fun with this and hope that you are planning to attend.
Also, beginning November 29 we invite you to wear something blue on Sunday as a way to clothe ourselves in the hope of Christ. Blue is the color of the Advent season.
Special Called Congregation Meeting, Nov. 15
All the motions passed with the decision to re-carpet the nave and sanctuary. The work will begin after the first of the year.
Option 1: To not use the unused funds and return them to the mortgage company in order to reduce the mortgage. (This motion will have to come from the floor)
Option 2: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to make all repairs to the sanctuary to include drywall, prime paint and texture the ceiling and walls, raise a new choir loft and to replace the carpet in all areas while installing a vinyl tile under the pews. The amount will not exceed “X” amount of Dollars.
3: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to replace and improve the lighting and controls within the sanctuary at an estimated cost of $35,000.00.
Option 4: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to make the alter rails removable at a cost of "X"
David Booher's Farewell Sunday, December 6
We will bid farewell to David on December 6 at all three services. He will be preaching that day. Also, we will have a special card basket and encourage everyone to drop him a card and, if so desired, a monetary gift. David has meant a lot to our congregation and we are sad about this leaving, but we are excited about his future.
We have not received any resumes since we began posting. If you would like to help with the transition, please join the Google Group found on our website.
Playground Update
We have the sounds of saws and hammers as the playground construction has begun. Seeing it come to reality is very exciting. Stop by and take a look. We think it should be completed soon after thanksgiving. We will have a special dedication of the playground in the first part of January. We continue to thank all those who have made this happen. We have opportunities for people to purchase benches and other additions to the playground. See the board in the narthex for more information.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service Report
We had an incredible service this past Wednesday as Peace hosted the first full communion worship service with First Methodist, Golden Acres, and Asbury Methodist churches. The combined choir was incredible. We had about 180 in attendance. The pot luck following was also a blast.
We hope to begin doing this every November with the service traveling to the different congregations. Many thanks to those who did the pot luck (Bob and Lin Peterson in particular) and for our musicians (Martha). What a wonderful gift the evening was.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty. For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Southeast Memorial
Mike Davis: Bayshore
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment for cancer
Andie Troutman will undergo knee replacement surgery on Friday
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Women Of Peace Christmas Party
The Women of Peace Christmas Party will be held on December 6th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Liturgical dancers from St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hitchcock will perform. Think about a memorable Christmas from the past that you would like to share. Also, we ask that you bring household items and cleaners, toiletries, and women’s clothing for “Light of Hope - Cathy’s Angels”, a 12 step program for recovering alcoholic women located in La Porte. Invite your family (spouses and children, too!) and join us for a great afternoon. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex. If you have any questions, see Geri Warren.
Girls’ Night Out - Friday, December 4th 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Jingle Bunco, Jingle Bunco, Jingle all the way. Oh what fun it is to play rolling buncos all the way! Join us for an early celebration of Christmas as we play Jingle Bunco. Cost is $5.00 per person. Red and Green food and attire is encouraged. Last names A-L bring desserts and last names M-Z bring main or side dishes.
Lunch Bunch
Bring your family and join the Lunch Bunch on Sunday, December 13th, at Tequila Boom’s, 3138 Nasa Pkwy, Seabrook, TX. We’ll be looking for you any time from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A sign-up sheet can be found on the Parish Life bulletin board.
From the Creative Hands Ministry
Please continue donating your used toner and computer ink cartridges. This helps save the environment and has offset most of the Creative Hands paper, card stock, and other similar expenses. We have a basket on the WOP table in the narthex. We now can use any size, types or brands. Thanks.
World Relief Update
We have assembled 31 health kits at this time. Last year we completed 32 health kits. Since there is a shortage of health kits, I would like to send in more this year than last year. We are still in need of the following items.
Wash Cloths (dark colors)
Hand Towels (dark colors)
Wide Tooth Combs
Adult Toothbrushes (no toothpaste)
Nail Clippers with File or Nail Files
We are especially in need of the nail clippers with files or nail files. We have plenty of Band aids and soap. Please prayerfully consider donating some of these items. Your help is greatly appreciated. Please continue to save your cancelled stamps and soup labels.
Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings. Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed:
Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels.
Thank you for your help.
Diane Jorgenson”
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events
Wow we have completed another reading of the lectionary. In a way I feel like we are reading the last page of a really good book that has left us with new insights into our lives and how to live in community with others. I had a great time with these readings of God's Holy Word and leave this liturgical year with many fond memories. We had a great worship year.
This Sunday we will end the liturgical year with a bang as we celebrate the lordship of Christ. We will sing "Crown Him with Many Crowns" and "Lift High the Cross" as a way of proclaiming to the world that Jesus reigns over the forces of evil and sin. The title of my sermon is "Facing the Truth" and will be about how each of us needs to come to terms with the truth of Grace in our lives. I hope that you will enjoy it.
This Sunday we will also be feasting on our annual Thanksgiving dinner. Turkey will be served and the fellowship is always a lot of fun. Please plan on bring a dish to share and staying for dinner.
Wednesday Advent Soup Suppers and Holden Evening Prayer begins December 2. 6:00pm Soup Supper, 7:00pm Service
We will have our annual Wednesday evening prayer service and soup supper. We will also be decorating the Christmas tree each Wednesday. We always have a lot of fun with this and hope that you are planning to attend.
Also, beginning November 29 we invite you to wear something blue on Sunday as a way to clothe ourselves in the hope of Christ. Blue is the color of the Advent season.
Special Called Congregation Meeting, Nov. 15
All the motions passed with the decision to re-carpet the nave and sanctuary. The work will begin after the first of the year.
Option 1: To not use the unused funds and return them to the mortgage company in order to reduce the mortgage. (This motion will have to come from the floor)
Option 2: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to make all repairs to the sanctuary to include drywall, prime paint and texture the ceiling and walls, raise a new choir loft and to replace the carpet in all areas while installing a vinyl tile under the pews. The amount will not exceed “X” amount of Dollars.
3: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to replace and improve the lighting and controls within the sanctuary at an estimated cost of $35,000.00.
Option 4: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to make the alter rails removable at a cost of "X"
David Booher's Farewell Sunday, December 6
We will bid farewell to David on December 6 at all three services. He will be preaching that day. Also, we will have a special card basket and encourage everyone to drop him a card and, if so desired, a monetary gift. David has meant a lot to our congregation and we are sad about this leaving, but we are excited about his future.
We have not received any resumes since we began posting. If you would like to help with the transition, please join the Google Group found on our website.
Playground Update
We have the sounds of saws and hammers as the playground construction has begun. Seeing it come to reality is very exciting. Stop by and take a look. We think it should be completed soon after thanksgiving. We will have a special dedication of the playground in the first part of January. We continue to thank all those who have made this happen. We have opportunities for people to purchase benches and other additions to the playground. See the board in the narthex for more information.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service Report
We had an incredible service this past Wednesday as Peace hosted the first full communion worship service with First Methodist, Golden Acres, and Asbury Methodist churches. The combined choir was incredible. We had about 180 in attendance. The pot luck following was also a blast.
We hope to begin doing this every November with the service traveling to the different congregations. Many thanks to those who did the pot luck (Bob and Lin Peterson in particular) and for our musicians (Martha). What a wonderful gift the evening was.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty. For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Southeast Memorial
Mike Davis: Bayshore
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment for cancer
Andie Troutman will undergo knee replacement surgery on Friday
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Women Of Peace Christmas Party
The Women of Peace Christmas Party will be held on December 6th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Liturgical dancers from St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hitchcock will perform. Think about a memorable Christmas from the past that you would like to share. Also, we ask that you bring household items and cleaners, toiletries, and women’s clothing for “Light of Hope - Cathy’s Angels”, a 12 step program for recovering alcoholic women located in La Porte. Invite your family (spouses and children, too!) and join us for a great afternoon. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex. If you have any questions, see Geri Warren.
Girls’ Night Out - Friday, December 4th 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Jingle Bunco, Jingle Bunco, Jingle all the way. Oh what fun it is to play rolling buncos all the way! Join us for an early celebration of Christmas as we play Jingle Bunco. Cost is $5.00 per person. Red and Green food and attire is encouraged. Last names A-L bring desserts and last names M-Z bring main or side dishes.
Lunch Bunch
Bring your family and join the Lunch Bunch on Sunday, December 13th, at Tequila Boom’s, 3138 Nasa Pkwy, Seabrook, TX. We’ll be looking for you any time from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A sign-up sheet can be found on the Parish Life bulletin board.
From the Creative Hands Ministry
Please continue donating your used toner and computer ink cartridges. This helps save the environment and has offset most of the Creative Hands paper, card stock, and other similar expenses. We have a basket on the WOP table in the narthex. We now can use any size, types or brands. Thanks.
World Relief Update
We have assembled 31 health kits at this time. Last year we completed 32 health kits. Since there is a shortage of health kits, I would like to send in more this year than last year. We are still in need of the following items.
Wash Cloths (dark colors)
Hand Towels (dark colors)
Wide Tooth Combs
Adult Toothbrushes (no toothpaste)
Nail Clippers with File or Nail Files
We are especially in need of the nail clippers with files or nail files. We have plenty of Band aids and soap. Please prayerfully consider donating some of these items. Your help is greatly appreciated. Please continue to save your cancelled stamps and soup labels.
Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings. Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed:
Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels.
Thank you for your help.
Diane Jorgenson”
Friday, November 13, 2009
WEEKLY EMAIL FOR THE 24TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
NOVEMBER 15, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
We are going to bring to a conclusion our journey through Mark this Sunday. We will bid him goodbye and we look forward to returning to his story of Jesus in two more years.
I look back at our readings, I am left with a couple of impressions. First and foremost, I think now of what it means to live with a commitment to the first being last and the last being first. This to me is a great statement about the equality of all people. In the reign of God, no one is more important than anyone else.
I also leave Mark with a great sense of the life of service. Mark lifts up the freedom and goodness that being the one who serves brings to our lives.
Finally, I leave Mark with the power of the cross. Jesus gives his life as a ransom for many and buys us out of slavery to guilt, shame and death. We live as a people freed from the powers that enslave and destroy.
We can now begin to look forward to a journey through the Gospel of Luke. I am very excited to read his stories again and be enriched and spiritually challenged by them.
The title of my sermon this Sunday is "Birth Pangs" and is about how, as Christians, we believe in God always bringing something new.
Special Called Congregation Meeting: Nov. 15, 12:15 - Nave.
The council has called for a special meeting to approve the bid by Northwinds Construction for repairs and improvements to our nave and sanctuary.
We have the following motions: (The exact dollar amount will be available by Friday due to delays by Northwinds Construction.)
The motions by the council reflect the rationale that since the pews have to be removed to do the painting and repairs, then the choir loft addition, lighting and floors should also be done to avoid having to pay extra in the future for pew removal. Placing vinyl tile under the pews will also avoid pew removal in the future to replace carpet. The majority of the council did not want to spend money on the monitors and so this motion will need to come from the floor.
Option 1: To not use the unused funds and return them to the mortgage company in order to reduce the mortgage. (This motion will have to come from the floor)
Option 2: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to make all repairs to the sanctuary to include drywall, prime paint and texture the ceiling and walls, raise a new choir loft and to replace the carpet in all areas while installing a vinyl tile under the pews. The amount will not exceed “X” amount of Dollars.
Option 3: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to replace and improve the lighting and controls within the sanctuary at an estimated cost of $35,000.00.
Option 4: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to make the alter rails removable at a cost of "X"
Youth Minister Transition Update
We have begun the process of posting the position. The "Do Team" is meeting to begin working on continuing the ministries if we fail to have someone in place.
Playground Update
The council approved a bid from Playgrounds by Worth. The bid is for 40,000 and will use money collected from memorials and from the Pony Express.
The playground will be fantastic. It will be made of wood and feature many activities for children. We will have a special display in the narthex of the plans and some pictures of other playgrounds. We will also have a wish list for items we would like to add: Benches, picnic tables and other items. More information next week in the email.
We are all very excited about this project. Construction will begin on Monday.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service 6:30 Wednesday November 18, Pot Luck Following. Bring Your Favorite Dish To Share.
The service will feature combined choirs of Peace, First Methodist, Asbury, and Golden Acres Methodist. I and Pastor Steve Woody will be sharing a sermon. The service will last only one hour.
In August our national church assembly voted to have full communion with our Methodist brothers and sisters. What this means is that we found enough common agreement in our beliefs about communion to allow Methodist pastors to preside at Lutheran communions and Lutheran pastors to preside at Methodist communions. This full communion is a great achievement in church unity. It does not mean that either gives up anything, but we have enough agreement to find common ground.
So, on Wednesday, November 18, the Methodist churches in Pasadena and Peace Lutheran are having a communion service at Peace at 6:30 pm. Afterward we are having a pot-luck in the fellowship hall for conversation. Please bring a dish to share.
The evening looks to be a lot of fun. For more information, contact Pastor Tart. Babysitting will be available for the service.
Opportunity For Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you recently received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty.
For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hidden, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest. Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Open House Reception For James and Arial Tart and Paul and Alyson Tart.
Sunday, Nov 15 from 2:00 pm -5:00 pm at Peace Fellowship Hall. Kathryn and I are hosting a reception for our sons and our new daughters-in-law. Please feel free to drop by and meet them. Refreshments will be served.
Pastoral Care Notes
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Southeast Memorial
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrand continues treatment for cancer
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Bring your family, a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner next Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for food items can be found on the table in the narthex.
Nominations For 2010 Council
We are collecting suggestions for nominations and the nominating committee asks for your help. Only one person will be selected to run for each position with nominations open from the floor at the annual meeting (as long as you have the person’s prior consent). Please suggest your names by filling out one of the Nomination ballots that can be found in today’s bulletin. Deadline for suggestions is SUNDAY!
World Relief Update
We have assembled 31 health kits at this time. Last year we completed 32 health kits. Since there is a shortage of health kits, I would like to send in more this year than last year. We are still in need of the following items.
Wash Cloths (dark colors)
Hand Towels (dark colors)
Wide Tooth Combs
Adult Toothbrushes (no toothpaste)
Nail Clippers with File or Nail Files
We are especially in need of the nail clippers with files or nail files. We have plenty of Band aids and soap. Please prayerfully consider donating some of these items. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Please continue to save your cancelled stamps and soup labels.
Carol Young, Mission Community & Action
Women of Peace Christmas Party
The Women of Peace Christmas Party will be held on December 6th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Liturgical dancers from St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hitchcock will perform. Think about a memorable Christmas from the past that you would like to share. Also, we ask that you bring household items and cleaners, toiletries, and women’s clothing for “Light of Hope - Cathy’s Angels”, a 12 step program for recovering alcoholic women located in La Porte. Invite your family (spouses and children, too!) and join us for a great afternoon. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex. If you have any questions, see Geri Warren.
Good Samaritan Fund
Peace for many years has a special fund for members of Peace in financial crisis. Over the years this fund has been depleted to the point when only $100.00 is left. Please consider making a donation to this fund so that we can help people struggling to keep their homes and feed their families. The policy for the fund is currently being revised to improve administration and communication. If you would like to help in this fund’s administration, please contact Pastor Tart.
Sunday School Christmas Program Planning Meeting
A planning meeting for the Christmas Program will be held on Sunday, November 15th at 6:00 pm in the Sanctuary. If you have any questions please call Jennifer Sanders.
Lunch Bunch
Due to the special Congregation Meeting on Sunday, the Lunch Bunch has been rescheduled for Sunday, December 13th, at Tequila Boom’s, 3138 Nasa Pkwy, Seabrook, TX. Bring your family and join us any time from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A sign-up sheet can be found on the Parish Life bulletin board.
NOVEMBER 15, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
We are going to bring to a conclusion our journey through Mark this Sunday. We will bid him goodbye and we look forward to returning to his story of Jesus in two more years.
I look back at our readings, I am left with a couple of impressions. First and foremost, I think now of what it means to live with a commitment to the first being last and the last being first. This to me is a great statement about the equality of all people. In the reign of God, no one is more important than anyone else.
I also leave Mark with a great sense of the life of service. Mark lifts up the freedom and goodness that being the one who serves brings to our lives.
Finally, I leave Mark with the power of the cross. Jesus gives his life as a ransom for many and buys us out of slavery to guilt, shame and death. We live as a people freed from the powers that enslave and destroy.
We can now begin to look forward to a journey through the Gospel of Luke. I am very excited to read his stories again and be enriched and spiritually challenged by them.
The title of my sermon this Sunday is "Birth Pangs" and is about how, as Christians, we believe in God always bringing something new.
Special Called Congregation Meeting: Nov. 15, 12:15 - Nave.
The council has called for a special meeting to approve the bid by Northwinds Construction for repairs and improvements to our nave and sanctuary.
We have the following motions: (The exact dollar amount will be available by Friday due to delays by Northwinds Construction.)
The motions by the council reflect the rationale that since the pews have to be removed to do the painting and repairs, then the choir loft addition, lighting and floors should also be done to avoid having to pay extra in the future for pew removal. Placing vinyl tile under the pews will also avoid pew removal in the future to replace carpet. The majority of the council did not want to spend money on the monitors and so this motion will need to come from the floor.
Option 1: To not use the unused funds and return them to the mortgage company in order to reduce the mortgage. (This motion will have to come from the floor)
Option 2: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to make all repairs to the sanctuary to include drywall, prime paint and texture the ceiling and walls, raise a new choir loft and to replace the carpet in all areas while installing a vinyl tile under the pews. The amount will not exceed “X” amount of Dollars.
Option 3: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to replace and improve the lighting and controls within the sanctuary at an estimated cost of $35,000.00.
Option 4: Council moves to accept the bid from Northwinds Construction Inc. to make the alter rails removable at a cost of "X"
Youth Minister Transition Update
We have begun the process of posting the position. The "Do Team" is meeting to begin working on continuing the ministries if we fail to have someone in place.
Playground Update
The council approved a bid from Playgrounds by Worth. The bid is for 40,000 and will use money collected from memorials and from the Pony Express.
The playground will be fantastic. It will be made of wood and feature many activities for children. We will have a special display in the narthex of the plans and some pictures of other playgrounds. We will also have a wish list for items we would like to add: Benches, picnic tables and other items. More information next week in the email.
We are all very excited about this project. Construction will begin on Monday.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service 6:30 Wednesday November 18, Pot Luck Following. Bring Your Favorite Dish To Share.
The service will feature combined choirs of Peace, First Methodist, Asbury, and Golden Acres Methodist. I and Pastor Steve Woody will be sharing a sermon. The service will last only one hour.
In August our national church assembly voted to have full communion with our Methodist brothers and sisters. What this means is that we found enough common agreement in our beliefs about communion to allow Methodist pastors to preside at Lutheran communions and Lutheran pastors to preside at Methodist communions. This full communion is a great achievement in church unity. It does not mean that either gives up anything, but we have enough agreement to find common ground.
So, on Wednesday, November 18, the Methodist churches in Pasadena and Peace Lutheran are having a communion service at Peace at 6:30 pm. Afterward we are having a pot-luck in the fellowship hall for conversation. Please bring a dish to share.
The evening looks to be a lot of fun. For more information, contact Pastor Tart. Babysitting will be available for the service.
Opportunity For Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you recently received a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty.
For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hidden, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest. Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Open House Reception For James and Arial Tart and Paul and Alyson Tart.
Sunday, Nov 15 from 2:00 pm -5:00 pm at Peace Fellowship Hall. Kathryn and I are hosting a reception for our sons and our new daughters-in-law. Please feel free to drop by and meet them. Refreshments will be served.
Pastoral Care Notes
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Dorothy Wilson: Southeast Memorial
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrand continues treatment for cancer
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Bring your family, a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner next Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for food items can be found on the table in the narthex.
Nominations For 2010 Council
We are collecting suggestions for nominations and the nominating committee asks for your help. Only one person will be selected to run for each position with nominations open from the floor at the annual meeting (as long as you have the person’s prior consent). Please suggest your names by filling out one of the Nomination ballots that can be found in today’s bulletin. Deadline for suggestions is SUNDAY!
World Relief Update
We have assembled 31 health kits at this time. Last year we completed 32 health kits. Since there is a shortage of health kits, I would like to send in more this year than last year. We are still in need of the following items.
Wash Cloths (dark colors)
Hand Towels (dark colors)
Wide Tooth Combs
Adult Toothbrushes (no toothpaste)
Nail Clippers with File or Nail Files
We are especially in need of the nail clippers with files or nail files. We have plenty of Band aids and soap. Please prayerfully consider donating some of these items. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Please continue to save your cancelled stamps and soup labels.
Carol Young, Mission Community & Action
Women of Peace Christmas Party
The Women of Peace Christmas Party will be held on December 6th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Liturgical dancers from St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Hitchcock will perform. Think about a memorable Christmas from the past that you would like to share. Also, we ask that you bring household items and cleaners, toiletries, and women’s clothing for “Light of Hope - Cathy’s Angels”, a 12 step program for recovering alcoholic women located in La Porte. Invite your family (spouses and children, too!) and join us for a great afternoon. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex. If you have any questions, see Geri Warren.
Good Samaritan Fund
Peace for many years has a special fund for members of Peace in financial crisis. Over the years this fund has been depleted to the point when only $100.00 is left. Please consider making a donation to this fund so that we can help people struggling to keep their homes and feed their families. The policy for the fund is currently being revised to improve administration and communication. If you would like to help in this fund’s administration, please contact Pastor Tart.
Sunday School Christmas Program Planning Meeting
A planning meeting for the Christmas Program will be held on Sunday, November 15th at 6:00 pm in the Sanctuary. If you have any questions please call Jennifer Sanders.
Lunch Bunch
Due to the special Congregation Meeting on Sunday, the Lunch Bunch has been rescheduled for Sunday, December 13th, at Tequila Boom’s, 3138 Nasa Pkwy, Seabrook, TX. Bring your family and join us any time from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A sign-up sheet can be found on the Parish Life bulletin board.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
WEEKLY EMAIL FOR THE 23RD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
NOVEMBER 8, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
This Sunday will be giving thanks to God for those who have served our country with loyalty and honor. We will recognize all are veterans of our armed services.
We will also have the baptism of Tatum Shae Marie Fletcher at the 8:30 service. Tatum is the infant daughter of Michael & Raelynn Fletcher and the granddaughter of Michael & Karol Fletcher.
This Sunday we will be reading the story of the widow who offered all she had to the work of the temple. The title of my sermon is "Out of Poverty" and I will be preaching about how our faith leads us to the abundance of God.
To add a point to the service, we are going to have a "widow's mite" collection. We ask you to bring you loose change for a collection to go to the local women's shelter.
Special Called Congregation Meeting, Nov. 15th at 12:15 - Nave
The council has called for a special meeting to approve the bid by Northwinds Construction for repairs and improvements to our nave and sanctuary. The bid will be available for review after the Nov. 10 Council meeting. Proposed repairs are for replacing carpet, painting, new lighting, platform for choir, removable altar rail, installation of LCD monitors.
Youth Minister Transition Update
We have begun the process of posting the position. The "Do Team" is meeting to begin working on continuing the ministries if we fail to have someone in place.
Playground Update
The council approved a bid from Playgrounds by Worth. The bid is for 40000 and will use money collected from memorials and from the Pony Express.
The playground will be fantastic. It will be made of wood and feature many activities for children. We will have a special display in the narthex of the plans and some pictures of other playgrounds. We will also have a wish list for items we would like to add such as benches, picnic tables and other items. More information next week in the email. We are all very excited about this project. They should begin construction this coming week.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service,
In August our national church assembly voted to have full communion with our Methodist brothers and sisters. What this means is that we found enough common agreement in our beliefs about communion to allow Methodist pastors to preside at Lutheran communions and Lutheran pastors to preside at Methodist communions. This full communion is a great achievement in church unity. It does not mean that either gives up anything, but we have enough agreement to find common ground.
So, on Wednesday November 18, the Methodist churches in Pasadena and Peace Lutheran are having a communion service at Peace at 6:30 pm. Afterward we are having a pot-luck in the fellowship hall for conversation. Please bring a dish to share. The evening looks to be a lot of fun.
The spirit of the meeting will be Thanksgiving and this will serve as our Thanksgiving service. For more information, contact Pastor Tart.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you should have received a letter this week explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty. For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Jeanette Ludwig: Released
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Dolores Sturm: Released
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment for cancer
Congratulations to the Edmiston family on the birth of twin grandchildren to Joe and Susan on Tuesday. They are very cute. Grandparents are Joe & Jeri Edmiston. Also, congratulations to Steven & Jennifer Fiedler on the birth of their son, Travis Cade, on November 5th. Proud grandparents are Larry & Lisa Fiedler.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Care Team
If you are interested in being a part of Cindy Smith's care team, call Martha Digges at (832) 498-1658. Cindy is awaiting a liver transplant. We need someone to commit to going by her house on Fridays at noon to check on her and bring a light lunch. We also need someone to bring an evening meal for two on Thursdays. If you could fill in with a flexible schedule, let Martha know too.
The Brotherhood
The Brotherhood will have their November meeting at the Golden Corral Buffet on Spencer Highway in Pasadena on Saturday, November 7th, at 7:30 am. Gentlemen, be sure to bring your “better half”! Any questions, please call Weldon Wilkerson.
Purse Party Fundraiser for Women Of Peace
A reminder for everyone: The Women of Peace wish to remind you that we are eligible for a percentage of all of the purses and accessories that are purchased through Peace until December 31st. Our “Purse Lady”, Cherie James, will be available in the Fellowship Hall after all three services TODAY. All proceeds go to the Women of Peace. She now has LARGE bases and covers! Also a lot of new covers for your original purse. (At our party last summer we made close to $300.) We appreciate your support.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Bring your family, a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for food items can be found on the table in the narthex.
All Ladies of the Church
You are invited to join us for fun and fellowship. Our next “Martha Circle” meeting will be on Thursday, November 12th at 10:00 am. We meet in the upstairs conference room. The doors by the elevator will be open for your convenience. Those who can stay after will be making a craft for the WOP December General Meeting. All supplies will be furnished. Hope you can bring a “sack” lunch and join us that day.
Jeanene Konviska
(713) 941-5208
World Relief Update
We have assembled 31 health kits at this time. Last year we completed 32 health kits. Since there is a shortage of health kits, I would like to send in more this year than last year. We are still in need of the following items.
Wash Cloths (dark colors)
Hand Towels (dark colors)
Wide Tooth Combs
Adult Toothbrushes (no toothpaste)
Nail Clippers with File or Nail Files
We are especially in need of the nail clippers with files or nail files. We have plenty of Band aids and soap. Please prayerfully consider donating some of these items. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Please continue to save your cancelled stamps and soup labels.
50+ Bus Trip
On Saturday, November 21st, we will be going to The Strand in Galveston for some shopping and for dinner and Moody Garden’s Festival of Lights which costs $4.95. They have golf carts to ride on if you feel you need one. The bus (cost $3.00) will leave Peace Parking lot at 2:30 p.m. Call Virginia Rodriguez at (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck at (281) 470-0407 if you would like to go with us. Anyone 50 and over is invited to join us on our trips. Remember: If you are signed up for a trip and won't be able to go, please call Virginia or Judy and let them know as we have people on waiting lists for our trips that would like to have your spot.
Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings.
Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed:
Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels.
Thank you for your help.
Diane Jorgenson”
NOVEMBER 8, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
This Sunday will be giving thanks to God for those who have served our country with loyalty and honor. We will recognize all are veterans of our armed services.
We will also have the baptism of Tatum Shae Marie Fletcher at the 8:30 service. Tatum is the infant daughter of Michael & Raelynn Fletcher and the granddaughter of Michael & Karol Fletcher.
This Sunday we will be reading the story of the widow who offered all she had to the work of the temple. The title of my sermon is "Out of Poverty" and I will be preaching about how our faith leads us to the abundance of God.
To add a point to the service, we are going to have a "widow's mite" collection. We ask you to bring you loose change for a collection to go to the local women's shelter.
Special Called Congregation Meeting, Nov. 15th at 12:15 - Nave
The council has called for a special meeting to approve the bid by Northwinds Construction for repairs and improvements to our nave and sanctuary. The bid will be available for review after the Nov. 10 Council meeting. Proposed repairs are for replacing carpet, painting, new lighting, platform for choir, removable altar rail, installation of LCD monitors.
Youth Minister Transition Update
We have begun the process of posting the position. The "Do Team" is meeting to begin working on continuing the ministries if we fail to have someone in place.
Playground Update
The council approved a bid from Playgrounds by Worth. The bid is for 40000 and will use money collected from memorials and from the Pony Express.
The playground will be fantastic. It will be made of wood and feature many activities for children. We will have a special display in the narthex of the plans and some pictures of other playgrounds. We will also have a wish list for items we would like to add such as benches, picnic tables and other items. More information next week in the email. We are all very excited about this project. They should begin construction this coming week.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service,
In August our national church assembly voted to have full communion with our Methodist brothers and sisters. What this means is that we found enough common agreement in our beliefs about communion to allow Methodist pastors to preside at Lutheran communions and Lutheran pastors to preside at Methodist communions. This full communion is a great achievement in church unity. It does not mean that either gives up anything, but we have enough agreement to find common ground.
So, on Wednesday November 18, the Methodist churches in Pasadena and Peace Lutheran are having a communion service at Peace at 6:30 pm. Afterward we are having a pot-luck in the fellowship hall for conversation. Please bring a dish to share. The evening looks to be a lot of fun.
The spirit of the meeting will be Thanksgiving and this will serve as our Thanksgiving service. For more information, contact Pastor Tart.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you should have received a letter this week explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty. For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Jeanette Ludwig: Released
Dalton Denny: Bayshore
Dolores Sturm: Released
Cindy Smith: Methodist Hospital
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment for cancer
Congratulations to the Edmiston family on the birth of twin grandchildren to Joe and Susan on Tuesday. They are very cute. Grandparents are Joe & Jeri Edmiston. Also, congratulations to Steven & Jennifer Fiedler on the birth of their son, Travis Cade, on November 5th. Proud grandparents are Larry & Lisa Fiedler.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Care Team
If you are interested in being a part of Cindy Smith's care team, call Martha Digges at (832) 498-1658. Cindy is awaiting a liver transplant. We need someone to commit to going by her house on Fridays at noon to check on her and bring a light lunch. We also need someone to bring an evening meal for two on Thursdays. If you could fill in with a flexible schedule, let Martha know too.
The Brotherhood
The Brotherhood will have their November meeting at the Golden Corral Buffet on Spencer Highway in Pasadena on Saturday, November 7th, at 7:30 am. Gentlemen, be sure to bring your “better half”! Any questions, please call Weldon Wilkerson.
Purse Party Fundraiser for Women Of Peace
A reminder for everyone: The Women of Peace wish to remind you that we are eligible for a percentage of all of the purses and accessories that are purchased through Peace until December 31st. Our “Purse Lady”, Cherie James, will be available in the Fellowship Hall after all three services TODAY. All proceeds go to the Women of Peace. She now has LARGE bases and covers! Also a lot of new covers for your original purse. (At our party last summer we made close to $300.) We appreciate your support.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Bring your family, a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for food items can be found on the table in the narthex.
All Ladies of the Church
You are invited to join us for fun and fellowship. Our next “Martha Circle” meeting will be on Thursday, November 12th at 10:00 am. We meet in the upstairs conference room. The doors by the elevator will be open for your convenience. Those who can stay after will be making a craft for the WOP December General Meeting. All supplies will be furnished. Hope you can bring a “sack” lunch and join us that day.
Jeanene Konviska
(713) 941-5208
World Relief Update
We have assembled 31 health kits at this time. Last year we completed 32 health kits. Since there is a shortage of health kits, I would like to send in more this year than last year. We are still in need of the following items.
Wash Cloths (dark colors)
Hand Towels (dark colors)
Wide Tooth Combs
Adult Toothbrushes (no toothpaste)
Nail Clippers with File or Nail Files
We are especially in need of the nail clippers with files or nail files. We have plenty of Band aids and soap. Please prayerfully consider donating some of these items. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Please continue to save your cancelled stamps and soup labels.
50+ Bus Trip
On Saturday, November 21st, we will be going to The Strand in Galveston for some shopping and for dinner and Moody Garden’s Festival of Lights which costs $4.95. They have golf carts to ride on if you feel you need one. The bus (cost $3.00) will leave Peace Parking lot at 2:30 p.m. Call Virginia Rodriguez at (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck at (281) 470-0407 if you would like to go with us. Anyone 50 and over is invited to join us on our trips. Remember: If you are signed up for a trip and won't be able to go, please call Virginia or Judy and let them know as we have people on waiting lists for our trips that would like to have your spot.
Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings.
Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed:
Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels.
Thank you for your help.
Diane Jorgenson”
Saturday, October 31, 2009
WEEKLY EMAIL FOR ALL SAINTS DAY
NOVEMBER 1, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
This Sunday will be giving thanks to God for those who since last All Saints have entered into the great glory of heaven. We mourn their loss, but rejoice in our hope in the great victory of Jesus. We will give everyone an opportunity to light candles in memory of their loved ones and their witness of faith, hope and love.
We invite you to wear white on this Sunday as we celebrate our sainthood in Christ. Members who have passed from death to life since last All Saints are Bill Rigdon 6/16/22-12/9/08, Amy Simon 9/17/16-1/16/09, Lois Jolibois 10/22/25-1/22/09, Martha Ludwig 3/14/26-6/1/09, Penny Esquivel 3/3/71-7/18/09, Shirley Carpenter 5/10/20-9/25/09, and Freda Hediger 6/24/37-10/24/09. The title of my sermon is "Believing in Jesus".
At the 11:00 am service We will be celebrating the baptisms of Jenna Christine, Brody Christian and Adrienne Christa-Fay Lambert; and their mother, Marentha, will be affirming her baptism.
We will also be celebrating the first communion of Brandon Thomas Bowman, Damien Gonzalez Briscan, Christeen Gaspard, Hannah Marie Gay, Madison Paige Glowka, Kaley Marie Hagemeister, Jenna Christine Lambert, Mia Nicole Loredo, Samantha Lowatt, Virginia Joy Moore, Mykenzie Grace Shaw, and Jada Kaylee Smith.
We will be having a great rejoicing Sunday.
Special Called Congregation Meeting: Nov. 15, 12:15 pm - Nave
The council has called for a special meeting to approve the bid by Northwinds Construction for repairs and improvements to our nave and sanctuary. The bid will be available for review after the Nov. 10 Council meeting. Proposed repairs are for replacing carpet, painting, new lighting, platform for choir, removable altar rail, and installation of LCD monitors.
Youth Minister Transition update
We have begun the process of posting the position. The "Do Team" is meeting to begin working on continuing the ministries if we fail to have someone in place.
Playground Update
The council approved a bid from Playgrounds by Worth. The bid is for $40,000 and will use money collected from memorials and from the Pony Express.
The playground will be fantastic. It will be made of wood and feature many activities for children. We will have a special display in the narthex of the plans and some pictures of other playgrounds. We will also have a wish list for items we would like to add: Benches, picnic tables and other items. More information next week in the email. We are all very excited about this project.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service
In August our national church assembly voted to have full communion with our Methodist brothers and sisters. What this means is that we found enough common agreement in our beliefs about communion to allow Methodist pastors to preside at Lutheran communions and Lutheran pastors to preside at Methodist communions. This full communion is a great achievement in church unity. It does not mean that either gives up anything, but we have enough agreement to find common ground. So, on Wednesday, November 18, the Methodist churches in Pasadena and Peace Lutheran are having a communion service at Peace at 6:30 pm. Afterward we are having a pot-luck in the fellowship hall for conversation. Please bring a dish to share.
The evening looks to be a lot of fun. The spirit of the meeting will be Thanksgiving and this will serve as our Thanksgiving service. For more information, contact Pastor Tart
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you will be receiving a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty. For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest. Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Our sympathy to the family of Freda Hediger who died on October 24. Her funeral is today, Thursday, October 29 at 10am. Freda taught Sunday School for many years at Sharon Lutheran.
Sympathy to Jim Miralgio on the loss of his aunt, Sharon Shovan of Chicago.
Jeanette Ludwig is at Bayshore in ICU.
Lois Hughes was released from the hospital.
Jason Elliott continues to his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Care Team
If you are interested in being a part of Cindy Smith's care team, call Martha Digges at (832) 498-1658. Cindy is awaiting a liver transplant. We need someone to commit to going by her house on Fridays at noon to check on her and bring a light lunch. We also need someone to bring an evening meal for two on Thursdays. If you could fill in with a flexible schedule, let Martha know too.
Join Us For a Veggietales Movie Event!
Adults, children and families are invited to join us for a special VeggieTales Movie Night, Friday November 6 at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. We will be playing games, eating snacks and watching the new VeggieTales movie, "Minnesota Cuke and the Search for Noah's Umbrella." The movie will be a fun adventure and a lesson in confidence! This event is completely free, but if you'd like to bring snacks to share, that would be great. Invite your neighbors and bring the whole family. See you here this Friday (Nov. 6) at 6:30!
The Brotherhood
The Brotherhood will have their November meeting at the Golden Corral Buffet on Spencer Highway in Pasadena on Saturday, November 7th, at 7:30 am. Gentlemen, be sure to bring your “better half”! Any questions, please call Weldon Wilkerson.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Bring your family, a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for food items can be found on the table in the narthex.
Girls’ Night Out October 30, 6:30-8:30 Pm
The moon is full, the wind is chill… Halloween Bunco will be quite a thrill! A howling time awaits you, but beware – the dice may want to bite! Join us for a frightfully good time as we celebrate Halloween Bunco. Names A-L bring main or side dishes and last names M-Z bring desserts. Cost is $5.00. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex.
PCM Food Drive Sunday
On Sunday we will hold our monthly food drive for Pasadena Community Ministries. You can place your non-perishable donations by the cabinet outside of the fellowship hall. Of course, monetary gifts are also accepted. Please make your check payable to Peace Lutheran Church and write “PCM” in the memo section.
Veterans’ Recognition
We will be thanking all of our veterans at the services on November 8th. If you are a veteran please come so that we may thank you for your service to our country. Also, if you did not sign up in previous years please be sure to sign the sheet on the table in the narthex.
Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings.
Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed:
Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels.
Thank you for your help.
Diane Jorgenson”
NOVEMBER 1, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
This Sunday will be giving thanks to God for those who since last All Saints have entered into the great glory of heaven. We mourn their loss, but rejoice in our hope in the great victory of Jesus. We will give everyone an opportunity to light candles in memory of their loved ones and their witness of faith, hope and love.
We invite you to wear white on this Sunday as we celebrate our sainthood in Christ. Members who have passed from death to life since last All Saints are Bill Rigdon 6/16/22-12/9/08, Amy Simon 9/17/16-1/16/09, Lois Jolibois 10/22/25-1/22/09, Martha Ludwig 3/14/26-6/1/09, Penny Esquivel 3/3/71-7/18/09, Shirley Carpenter 5/10/20-9/25/09, and Freda Hediger 6/24/37-10/24/09. The title of my sermon is "Believing in Jesus".
At the 11:00 am service We will be celebrating the baptisms of Jenna Christine, Brody Christian and Adrienne Christa-Fay Lambert; and their mother, Marentha, will be affirming her baptism.
We will also be celebrating the first communion of Brandon Thomas Bowman, Damien Gonzalez Briscan, Christeen Gaspard, Hannah Marie Gay, Madison Paige Glowka, Kaley Marie Hagemeister, Jenna Christine Lambert, Mia Nicole Loredo, Samantha Lowatt, Virginia Joy Moore, Mykenzie Grace Shaw, and Jada Kaylee Smith.
We will be having a great rejoicing Sunday.
Special Called Congregation Meeting: Nov. 15, 12:15 pm - Nave
The council has called for a special meeting to approve the bid by Northwinds Construction for repairs and improvements to our nave and sanctuary. The bid will be available for review after the Nov. 10 Council meeting. Proposed repairs are for replacing carpet, painting, new lighting, platform for choir, removable altar rail, and installation of LCD monitors.
Youth Minister Transition update
We have begun the process of posting the position. The "Do Team" is meeting to begin working on continuing the ministries if we fail to have someone in place.
Playground Update
The council approved a bid from Playgrounds by Worth. The bid is for $40,000 and will use money collected from memorials and from the Pony Express.
The playground will be fantastic. It will be made of wood and feature many activities for children. We will have a special display in the narthex of the plans and some pictures of other playgrounds. We will also have a wish list for items we would like to add: Benches, picnic tables and other items. More information next week in the email. We are all very excited about this project.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service
In August our national church assembly voted to have full communion with our Methodist brothers and sisters. What this means is that we found enough common agreement in our beliefs about communion to allow Methodist pastors to preside at Lutheran communions and Lutheran pastors to preside at Methodist communions. This full communion is a great achievement in church unity. It does not mean that either gives up anything, but we have enough agreement to find common ground. So, on Wednesday, November 18, the Methodist churches in Pasadena and Peace Lutheran are having a communion service at Peace at 6:30 pm. Afterward we are having a pot-luck in the fellowship hall for conversation. Please bring a dish to share.
The evening looks to be a lot of fun. The spirit of the meeting will be Thanksgiving and this will serve as our Thanksgiving service. For more information, contact Pastor Tart
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you will be receiving a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty. For us to continue our current ministries we are asking each giving unit to contribute an extra $100 to our general fund. This would give us $30,000 to meet our mission and ministry goals.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hid, I have also created an blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest. Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Our sympathy to the family of Freda Hediger who died on October 24. Her funeral is today, Thursday, October 29 at 10am. Freda taught Sunday School for many years at Sharon Lutheran.
Sympathy to Jim Miralgio on the loss of his aunt, Sharon Shovan of Chicago.
Jeanette Ludwig is at Bayshore in ICU.
Lois Hughes was released from the hospital.
Jason Elliott continues to his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Care Team
If you are interested in being a part of Cindy Smith's care team, call Martha Digges at (832) 498-1658. Cindy is awaiting a liver transplant. We need someone to commit to going by her house on Fridays at noon to check on her and bring a light lunch. We also need someone to bring an evening meal for two on Thursdays. If you could fill in with a flexible schedule, let Martha know too.
Join Us For a Veggietales Movie Event!
Adults, children and families are invited to join us for a special VeggieTales Movie Night, Friday November 6 at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. We will be playing games, eating snacks and watching the new VeggieTales movie, "Minnesota Cuke and the Search for Noah's Umbrella." The movie will be a fun adventure and a lesson in confidence! This event is completely free, but if you'd like to bring snacks to share, that would be great. Invite your neighbors and bring the whole family. See you here this Friday (Nov. 6) at 6:30!
The Brotherhood
The Brotherhood will have their November meeting at the Golden Corral Buffet on Spencer Highway in Pasadena on Saturday, November 7th, at 7:30 am. Gentlemen, be sure to bring your “better half”! Any questions, please call Weldon Wilkerson.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Bring your family, a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for food items can be found on the table in the narthex.
Girls’ Night Out October 30, 6:30-8:30 Pm
The moon is full, the wind is chill… Halloween Bunco will be quite a thrill! A howling time awaits you, but beware – the dice may want to bite! Join us for a frightfully good time as we celebrate Halloween Bunco. Names A-L bring main or side dishes and last names M-Z bring desserts. Cost is $5.00. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex.
PCM Food Drive Sunday
On Sunday we will hold our monthly food drive for Pasadena Community Ministries. You can place your non-perishable donations by the cabinet outside of the fellowship hall. Of course, monetary gifts are also accepted. Please make your check payable to Peace Lutheran Church and write “PCM” in the memo section.
Veterans’ Recognition
We will be thanking all of our veterans at the services on November 8th. If you are a veteran please come so that we may thank you for your service to our country. Also, if you did not sign up in previous years please be sure to sign the sheet on the table in the narthex.
Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings.
Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed:
Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels.
Thank you for your help.
Diane Jorgenson”
Friday, October 23, 2009
WEEKLY EMAIL FOR REFORMATION SUNDAY
OCTOBER 25, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
We will be celebrating the courage that Martin Luther had in 1517 when he nailed his 95 statements to the church door and launched a movement that called the Church back to the Gospel. We remember this day for the church is always in need of staying true to the Gospel of justification by grace through faith. As Lutherans we have three core beliefs. 1) Christ alone 2) Faith Alone 3) Grace Alone. We also respond to these beliefs in love and service of neighbor. We also believe in the priesthood of all believers and that no church or no person can ever stand between you and God.
We invite everyone to wear red this Sunday as way to celebrate the fire of the Holy Spirit that continues to guide into these truths.
Kathryn and I will be away celebrating our son, James wedding. Pastor Gary Morgan-Gohlke will be preaching and presiding. We are very fortunate to have him and his wife Carol as members of Peace. Pastor Sjoberg will be handling any pastoral care.
Tuesday Evening Manna
I continue to encourage you to check this out on Tuesday evening from you computer. I am broadcasting a live chat about the upcoming Sunday texts. You can find the station either through the "Peace Connection" on our website or at DrDTart on blogtv.com.
Open Forum on Human Sexuality Statement and Ministry Policies
We had our open forum this past Tuesday and I sense it went very well. We had a lot of good questions and honest comments. I think we also cleared up a lot of misinformation. I can not speak for the group, but only myself.
Some of the information I think needs to be clearly said is that the ELCA is not endorsing any position on homosexuality or the calling of pastors in these relationships. The ELCA is allowing ambiguity on these issues in the church. We have people on both sides of the issue that are not comfortable with the ambiguity, but we have many, including myself, who are.
We also clarified that the ELCA has a top down decision making system. The national churchwide assembly votes on these "teaching statements" and not the local congregations. However, and this is important, these statements are not binding on our members. No one is forced to accept them. You can be the "loyal opposition" to the statement.
The other comments that I continued to hear is love of neighbor. I did not hear anyone wanting to condemn people and everyone wanted to practice mercy. This "love and service to neighbor" wins the day in the disagreements.
Finally, the group seemed to be committed to staying together. In our families we have disagreements, but we still give Christmas presents. We still come together for dinner. Hence, we need to practice this same kind of respect and, most importantly, inclusion and value of everyone at Peace. If you have any questions or comments about this matter, please contact Judy and make an appointment with me.
Youth Minister Transition Workshop
We had our first meeting and divided into two groups, the "Do Team" that will make sure that we continue to "do" youth ministry in the interim time and "Search Team" that will search for the new youth minister. You can keep informed and even become involved by joining the Youth Minister Transition Team on our website. Go to Peace Groups and click on the link.
Playground Update
We have finalized a bid and plan to present it at postponed council meeting on Oct 28.
All Saints Sunday, Nov 1
On November 1 will be giving thanks to God for those who since last All Saints have entered into the great glory of heaven. We mourn their loss, but rejoice in our hope in the great victory of Jesus. On November 1 we will be recognizing the following: William Rigdon, Amy Simon, Lois Jolibois, Martha Ludwig, Penny Esquivel, and Shirley Carpenter. We will also be offering everyone the opportunity to light a candle in memory of all who have gone before us. We invite you to wear white on this Sunday as we celebrate our sainthood in Christ.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service
In August our national church assembly voted to have full communion with our Methodist brothers and sisters. What this means is that we found enough common agreement in our beliefs about communion to allow Methodist pastors to preside at Lutheran communions and Lutheran pastors to preside at Methodist communions. This full communion is a great achievement in church unity. It does not mean that either gives up anything, but we have enough agreement to find common ground.
So on Wednesday, November 18, the Methodist churches in Pasadena and Peace Lutheran are having a communion service at Peace at 6:30 pm. Afterward we are having a pot-luck in the fellowship hall for conversation. Please bring a dish to share. The evening looks to be a lot of fun.
The spirit of the meeting will be Thanksgiving and this will serve as our Thanksgiving service. For more information, contact Pastor Tart.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you will be receiving a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hidden, I have also created a blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Frieda Hediger, Hospice Care
Jason Elliott continues to his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment
Pastor Tart
The Brotherhood
The Brotherhood will have their November meeting at the Golden Corral Buffet on Spencer Highway in Pasadena on Saturday, November 7th, at 7:30 am. Gentlemen, be sure to bring your “better half”! Any questions, please call Weldon Wilkerson.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Bring your family, a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for items can be found on the table in the narthex.
2010 All-Church Calendar
A set of 2010 calendars is posted on the wall by the kitchen. We ask that a representative of all groups look over these calendars and fill in the information for your events for next year. If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact Judy in the church office. This will be the last week that these lists will be up, so please be sure that your information is listed.
Girls’ Night Out October 30, 6:30-8:30 Pm
The moon is full, the wind is chill… Halloween Bunco will be quite a thrill! A howling time awaits you, but beware – the dice may want to bite! Join us for a frightfully good time as we celebrate Halloween Bunco. Names A-L bring main or side dishes and last names M-Z bring desserts. Cost is $5.00. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex.
PCM Food Drive Sunday
On Sunday we will hold our monthly food drive for Pasadena Community Ministries. You can place your non-perishable donations by the cabinet outside of the fellowship hall. Of course, monetary gifts are also accepted. Please make your check payable to Peace Lutheran Church and write “PCM” in the memo section.
Lutheran Men In Mission "Huddle" Planned For October 31, 2009!
Mr. Doug Haugen, National Director for ELCA's Lutheran Men in Mission is calling a "men's huddle" for Reformation Day /OCT 31, 2009 at New Life Lutheran Church in Pearland. The meeting is scheduled from 9:00 am - Noon and includes breakfast. Also present at this meeting will be Mr. Carlos Pena, VP of the ELCA and member of First LC, Galveston. This gathering is an attempt to foster relationships and boost the work of men's ministry in each congregation in our synod. Please call (281) 485-1818 to RSVP by WED October 28 or e-mail brian@newlifelutheran.com. Pastors and men ages 16 and older are invited.
Sandwich Generation Support Group
Are you helping in the care of your parents or elderly relatives and children or grandchildren? Then you are in the Sandwich Generation. It can become overwhelming when you face it alone, but when you share your experience you may find humor and relief for all that you do. We have! The next meeting will be held on Thursday, October 29th at 7:00 p.m. in the first floor conference room. There is a listening ear that is here and understands.
Senior Citizen’s Day Date Change
The next Senior Citizen’s Day will be held on Thursday, October 29th, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you like to play cards, Mexican Train dominoes and “42” or Skip-Bo, bring a dish to share and a friend and join us for lunch! If you would like more information about this group, call Ruth Petty at 281-487-1472.
Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings.
Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed:
Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels.
Thank you for your help.
Diane Jorgenson”
OCTOBER 25, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
We will be celebrating the courage that Martin Luther had in 1517 when he nailed his 95 statements to the church door and launched a movement that called the Church back to the Gospel. We remember this day for the church is always in need of staying true to the Gospel of justification by grace through faith. As Lutherans we have three core beliefs. 1) Christ alone 2) Faith Alone 3) Grace Alone. We also respond to these beliefs in love and service of neighbor. We also believe in the priesthood of all believers and that no church or no person can ever stand between you and God.
We invite everyone to wear red this Sunday as way to celebrate the fire of the Holy Spirit that continues to guide into these truths.
Kathryn and I will be away celebrating our son, James wedding. Pastor Gary Morgan-Gohlke will be preaching and presiding. We are very fortunate to have him and his wife Carol as members of Peace. Pastor Sjoberg will be handling any pastoral care.
Tuesday Evening Manna
I continue to encourage you to check this out on Tuesday evening from you computer. I am broadcasting a live chat about the upcoming Sunday texts. You can find the station either through the "Peace Connection" on our website or at DrDTart on blogtv.com.
Open Forum on Human Sexuality Statement and Ministry Policies
We had our open forum this past Tuesday and I sense it went very well. We had a lot of good questions and honest comments. I think we also cleared up a lot of misinformation. I can not speak for the group, but only myself.
Some of the information I think needs to be clearly said is that the ELCA is not endorsing any position on homosexuality or the calling of pastors in these relationships. The ELCA is allowing ambiguity on these issues in the church. We have people on both sides of the issue that are not comfortable with the ambiguity, but we have many, including myself, who are.
We also clarified that the ELCA has a top down decision making system. The national churchwide assembly votes on these "teaching statements" and not the local congregations. However, and this is important, these statements are not binding on our members. No one is forced to accept them. You can be the "loyal opposition" to the statement.
The other comments that I continued to hear is love of neighbor. I did not hear anyone wanting to condemn people and everyone wanted to practice mercy. This "love and service to neighbor" wins the day in the disagreements.
Finally, the group seemed to be committed to staying together. In our families we have disagreements, but we still give Christmas presents. We still come together for dinner. Hence, we need to practice this same kind of respect and, most importantly, inclusion and value of everyone at Peace. If you have any questions or comments about this matter, please contact Judy and make an appointment with me.
Youth Minister Transition Workshop
We had our first meeting and divided into two groups, the "Do Team" that will make sure that we continue to "do" youth ministry in the interim time and "Search Team" that will search for the new youth minister. You can keep informed and even become involved by joining the Youth Minister Transition Team on our website. Go to Peace Groups and click on the link.
Playground Update
We have finalized a bid and plan to present it at postponed council meeting on Oct 28.
All Saints Sunday, Nov 1
On November 1 will be giving thanks to God for those who since last All Saints have entered into the great glory of heaven. We mourn their loss, but rejoice in our hope in the great victory of Jesus. On November 1 we will be recognizing the following: William Rigdon, Amy Simon, Lois Jolibois, Martha Ludwig, Penny Esquivel, and Shirley Carpenter. We will also be offering everyone the opportunity to light a candle in memory of all who have gone before us. We invite you to wear white on this Sunday as we celebrate our sainthood in Christ.
Joint Methodist-Lutheran Thanksgiving Communion Service
In August our national church assembly voted to have full communion with our Methodist brothers and sisters. What this means is that we found enough common agreement in our beliefs about communion to allow Methodist pastors to preside at Lutheran communions and Lutheran pastors to preside at Methodist communions. This full communion is a great achievement in church unity. It does not mean that either gives up anything, but we have enough agreement to find common ground.
So on Wednesday, November 18, the Methodist churches in Pasadena and Peace Lutheran are having a communion service at Peace at 6:30 pm. Afterward we are having a pot-luck in the fellowship hall for conversation. Please bring a dish to share. The evening looks to be a lot of fun.
The spirit of the meeting will be Thanksgiving and this will serve as our Thanksgiving service. For more information, contact Pastor Tart.
Opportunity for Generosity
As our church heads into the final months of 2009 you will be receiving a letter explaining our financial situation. The bottom line is that giving needs to improve. We ask for you to give according to your faith and we respect everyone in their faith journey. Just remember our church depends on the generosity of our members. The bottom line is this: we are giving far below our potential. Our challenge is creating a climate of generosity that gives out of faith and joy, not out of guilt and duty.
We have a lot of growing to do in this area. I would like to invite you to email me and let me hear what the barriers are to your giving. Or if you want your identity hidden, I have also created a blog where you can comment without being identified. We need to hear the barriers that we need to overcome to grow our church where it needs to be. Please be honest.
Go to http://givinghangups.blogspot.com/
Pastoral Care Notes
Frieda Hediger, Hospice Care
Jason Elliott continues to his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrandt continues treatment
Pastor Tart
The Brotherhood
The Brotherhood will have their November meeting at the Golden Corral Buffet on Spencer Highway in Pasadena on Saturday, November 7th, at 7:30 am. Gentlemen, be sure to bring your “better half”! Any questions, please call Weldon Wilkerson.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Bring your family, a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for items can be found on the table in the narthex.
2010 All-Church Calendar
A set of 2010 calendars is posted on the wall by the kitchen. We ask that a representative of all groups look over these calendars and fill in the information for your events for next year. If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact Judy in the church office. This will be the last week that these lists will be up, so please be sure that your information is listed.
Girls’ Night Out October 30, 6:30-8:30 Pm
The moon is full, the wind is chill… Halloween Bunco will be quite a thrill! A howling time awaits you, but beware – the dice may want to bite! Join us for a frightfully good time as we celebrate Halloween Bunco. Names A-L bring main or side dishes and last names M-Z bring desserts. Cost is $5.00. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex.
PCM Food Drive Sunday
On Sunday we will hold our monthly food drive for Pasadena Community Ministries. You can place your non-perishable donations by the cabinet outside of the fellowship hall. Of course, monetary gifts are also accepted. Please make your check payable to Peace Lutheran Church and write “PCM” in the memo section.
Lutheran Men In Mission "Huddle" Planned For October 31, 2009!
Mr. Doug Haugen, National Director for ELCA's Lutheran Men in Mission is calling a "men's huddle" for Reformation Day /OCT 31, 2009 at New Life Lutheran Church in Pearland. The meeting is scheduled from 9:00 am - Noon and includes breakfast. Also present at this meeting will be Mr. Carlos Pena, VP of the ELCA and member of First LC, Galveston. This gathering is an attempt to foster relationships and boost the work of men's ministry in each congregation in our synod. Please call (281) 485-1818 to RSVP by WED October 28 or e-mail brian@newlifelutheran.com. Pastors and men ages 16 and older are invited.
Sandwich Generation Support Group
Are you helping in the care of your parents or elderly relatives and children or grandchildren? Then you are in the Sandwich Generation. It can become overwhelming when you face it alone, but when you share your experience you may find humor and relief for all that you do. We have! The next meeting will be held on Thursday, October 29th at 7:00 p.m. in the first floor conference room. There is a listening ear that is here and understands.
Senior Citizen’s Day Date Change
The next Senior Citizen’s Day will be held on Thursday, October 29th, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you like to play cards, Mexican Train dominoes and “42” or Skip-Bo, bring a dish to share and a friend and join us for lunch! If you would like more information about this group, call Ruth Petty at 281-487-1472.
Diane Jorgenson’s Golden Award Project
“My vision is to help the families and patients at the Ronald McDonald House in Galveston. Many families are seeking medical treatments for cancer and burns, and at the RMH they can receive that much needed help. Families come from all over to get these much needed treatments, and most of the time they come empty handed. The house provides shelter, clothing, food and any other necessary items needed for the families. I would like to help make it possible for the RMH to continue helping those in need. By doing so the current and new families/patients that come to the house can feel more at home in their new surroundings.
Here is a great opportunity to help those in need. There is a box in the narthex in which you can make your contributions for the Ronald McDonald House.
Items needed:
Travel size soaps, shampoos, conditioners, tooth paste and tooth brushes, coloring books, crayons, UNO cards, regular card decks, Spanish books for kids and paper towels.
Thank you for your help.
Diane Jorgenson”
Thursday, October 15, 2009
WEEKLY EMAIL FOR THE TWENTIETH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
OCTOBER 18, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
The title of my sermon for this Sunday is "What Can I Do for You?" I will be preaching about how Jesus calls us to live with this question in our lives and not, "What can you do for me?" Such a question changes our perspective on what it means to be a disciple of Christ and to follow the one who "does for us what we can not do for ourselves".
Tuesday Evening Manna
I continue to want to encourage you to check this out on Tuesday evening from you computer. I am broadcasting a live chat about the upcoming Sunday texts. You can find the station either through the "Peace Connection" on our website or at DrDTart on blogtv.com.
Open Forum on Human Sexuality Statement and Ministry Policies Oct. 20, 7pm
The council will host an open forum to better understand the significance for Peace the Human Sexuality Social Statement and Ministry Policies voted on by our Churchwide Assembly in August. We will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 20 from 7:00-8:30pm in the sanctuary. Please read the social statement and ministry policies before you come. They are available on the elca.org webpage and in the narthex.
Youth Minister Transition Workshop, Oct 19 at 7pm
We will have a "Youth Minister Transition" workshop on Monday, Oct 19 at 7:00pm for the purpose of working on the transition to a new youth minister. The workshop is open to everyone who has interest in being a part of the process. This includes youth. We want to begin as soon as possible to find someone.
We have set up an online "Google Group" if you would like to participate. You can find the Google Group on our website on the "Peace Groups' page.
Playground Update
We have selected one contractor to finalize a bid. We will be meeting next week and should have something to present to council next Wednesday.
Pastoral Care Notes
Cindy Smith: released
Angie Kresse: released
Jason Elliott continues to his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrand continues treatment
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Building and Grounds Thursday, Oct 15 at 7 pm & Monday, Oct 19 at 7 pm
We will meet with Max Phipps from Church Interiors of Texas at 7 PM and Steve Burgess of Woods Restoration at 8 PM. Monday Oct 19 at 7 pm we will meet with Jake Leissner of Northwind Construction. After we meet with the 3 of them we can discuss the pros and cons and hopefully make a decision on a contractor.
Dave Ramsey
Meador Staffing Services is hosting a 12 week course on Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey on Monday’s from 5:30 – 7:pm and the cost is $5.00 and it starts October 19th. The course will be held at the Corporate office located at 722A Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, TX 77504. You will need to RSVP so please call 713-941-0616 and ask for Valerie Smith.
Youth Scavenger Hunt Challenge
A very special, first-time event will take place on Sunday, October 18. We will be having a special 1 hour Non-Perishable Food Scavenger Hunt Challenge. Teams of 3-5 youth will travel around local neighborhoods, collecting food for the PCM food bank, meeting strangers, making Christ known and having fun! We need adult sponsors who can help us drive teams on Sunday afternoon and we need every youth (Jr. and Sr. Hi) to get involved. What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon! We'll meet back at the church to determine the champion team and have a delicious dinner. Please tell your Peace and non-Peace friends - let's make this a BIG DEAL! Contact David Booher for more information.
2010 Summer Trip Planning Meeting
Whether you'll be an incoming freshman, an outgoing senior or anywhere in between you are invited to join the Sr. Hi Youth as they select and plan for the 2010 Summer Trip. We will be meeting at 2:30 pm on October 18th in the upstairs conference room. Lend your voice to the conversation as we pick where to go and what to do this summer.
2010 All-Church Calendar
A set of 2010 calendars is posted on the wall by the kitchen. We ask that a representative of all groups look over these calendars and fill in the information for your events for next year. If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact Judy in the church office.
50+ Bus Trip
On October 19th, we're going to the San Jacinto Monument and Museum. Cost is $6.50. We'll have lunch at Monument Inn and enjoy some of their huge, delicious rolls, muffins, and cinnamon rolls. The bus will leave Peace parking lot at 9:00 a.m. Cost of the bus is $3.00. Anyone 50 and over is invited to join us on our trips. Call Sharon, (281) 489-9790, or Virginia, (281) 487-4961 for reservations.
Remember: If you are signed up for a trip and won't be able to go, please call Sharon or Virginia and let them know as we have people on waiting lists for our trips that would like to have your spot.
Benefit for Pasadena Community Ministries
On Friday, October 16th at 6:30 p.m. the Glory Train Quartet will perform a Southern Gospel Concert at First Presbyterian Church of Pasadena (corner of Preston & Crenshaw). This concert is being held to raise funds for Pasadena Community Ministries Food Pantry. Come hear great Southern Gospel music and help feed the hungry of Pasadena. Cake and coffee will be served following the FREE concert. Pasadena Community Ministries is supported by 18 church of different denominations.
Girls’ Night Out October 30, 6:30-8:30 Pm
The moon is full, the wind is chill… Halloween Bunco will be quite a thrill! A howling time awaits you, but beware – the dice may want to bite! Join us for a frightfully good time as we celebrate Halloween Bunco. Names A-L bring main or side dishes and last names M-Z bring desserts. Cost is $5.00. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex.
Lutheran World Relief
Lutheran World Relief is desperately in need of Health Kits. Health Kits provide a sense of dignity and reduce germs for people in need. At this time we have 15 health kits assembled. We have plenty of soap and band aids. We are in need of the following items:
Hand Towels (preferably in dark colors)
Wash Cloths (preferably in dark colors)
Adult toothbrushes in original packaging
Wide Tooth Comb
Nail Clippers with File or Nail File
Please Prayerfully consider donating some of the items. Peace be with you.
Carol Young, Mission Community and Action
Lutheran Men In Mission "Huddle" Planned For October 31, 2009!
Mr. Doug Haugen, national director for ELCA's Lutheran Men in Mission is calling a "men's huddle" for Reformation Day /OCT 31, 2009 at New Life Lutheran Church in Pearland. The meeting is scheduled from 9:00 am - Noon and includes breakfast. Also present at this meeting will be Mr. Carlos Pena, VP of the ELCA and member of First LC, Galveston. This gathering is an attempt to foster relationships and boost the work of men's ministry in each congregation in our synod. We are so blessed to have these two men in the same place on the same day...don't miss this! Please 281.485.1818 to RSVP by WED October 28 or e-mail brian@newlifelutheran.com. Pastors and men ages 16 and older are invited.
2010 Women Of Peace Bazaar
We will be gathering on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. through September of 2010. Please join us in the Fellowship Hall on October 20.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Plan to bring your family and a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second seating will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for items can be found on the table in the narthex.
OCTOBER 18, 2009
For a list of upcoming activities go to http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/calendar.aspx?ci=G1K5L6N8L6I3N8
Be sure to check out our website http://welcometopeace.com
If you cannot attend this Sunday, you can still make an offering using our online service at Contribute Online. Thank you for your commitment to our mission and ministry.
We invite you to become a friend of Peace on the Peace Facebook webpage. Facebook is an online social networking site that helps communities of friends stay connected on an on-going basis. The cost is free. Facebook is a lot fun and you will enjoy the connections. You will need a Facebook account to join. Go to http://facebook.com for more information and search Facebook for Peace Lutheran Church, Pasadena Texas. We look forward to you joining.
This Sunday's Events:
The title of my sermon for this Sunday is "What Can I Do for You?" I will be preaching about how Jesus calls us to live with this question in our lives and not, "What can you do for me?" Such a question changes our perspective on what it means to be a disciple of Christ and to follow the one who "does for us what we can not do for ourselves".
Tuesday Evening Manna
I continue to want to encourage you to check this out on Tuesday evening from you computer. I am broadcasting a live chat about the upcoming Sunday texts. You can find the station either through the "Peace Connection" on our website or at DrDTart on blogtv.com.
Open Forum on Human Sexuality Statement and Ministry Policies Oct. 20, 7pm
The council will host an open forum to better understand the significance for Peace the Human Sexuality Social Statement and Ministry Policies voted on by our Churchwide Assembly in August. We will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 20 from 7:00-8:30pm in the sanctuary. Please read the social statement and ministry policies before you come. They are available on the elca.org webpage and in the narthex.
Youth Minister Transition Workshop, Oct 19 at 7pm
We will have a "Youth Minister Transition" workshop on Monday, Oct 19 at 7:00pm for the purpose of working on the transition to a new youth minister. The workshop is open to everyone who has interest in being a part of the process. This includes youth. We want to begin as soon as possible to find someone.
We have set up an online "Google Group" if you would like to participate. You can find the Google Group on our website on the "Peace Groups' page.
Playground Update
We have selected one contractor to finalize a bid. We will be meeting next week and should have something to present to council next Wednesday.
Pastoral Care Notes
Cindy Smith: released
Angie Kresse: released
Jason Elliott continues to his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrand continues treatment
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Building and Grounds Thursday, Oct 15 at 7 pm & Monday, Oct 19 at 7 pm
We will meet with Max Phipps from Church Interiors of Texas at 7 PM and Steve Burgess of Woods Restoration at 8 PM. Monday Oct 19 at 7 pm we will meet with Jake Leissner of Northwind Construction. After we meet with the 3 of them we can discuss the pros and cons and hopefully make a decision on a contractor.
Dave Ramsey
Meador Staffing Services is hosting a 12 week course on Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey on Monday’s from 5:30 – 7:pm and the cost is $5.00 and it starts October 19th. The course will be held at the Corporate office located at 722A Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, TX 77504. You will need to RSVP so please call 713-941-0616 and ask for Valerie Smith.
Youth Scavenger Hunt Challenge
A very special, first-time event will take place on Sunday, October 18. We will be having a special 1 hour Non-Perishable Food Scavenger Hunt Challenge. Teams of 3-5 youth will travel around local neighborhoods, collecting food for the PCM food bank, meeting strangers, making Christ known and having fun! We need adult sponsors who can help us drive teams on Sunday afternoon and we need every youth (Jr. and Sr. Hi) to get involved. What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon! We'll meet back at the church to determine the champion team and have a delicious dinner. Please tell your Peace and non-Peace friends - let's make this a BIG DEAL! Contact David Booher for more information.
2010 Summer Trip Planning Meeting
Whether you'll be an incoming freshman, an outgoing senior or anywhere in between you are invited to join the Sr. Hi Youth as they select and plan for the 2010 Summer Trip. We will be meeting at 2:30 pm on October 18th in the upstairs conference room. Lend your voice to the conversation as we pick where to go and what to do this summer.
2010 All-Church Calendar
A set of 2010 calendars is posted on the wall by the kitchen. We ask that a representative of all groups look over these calendars and fill in the information for your events for next year. If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact Judy in the church office.
50+ Bus Trip
On October 19th, we're going to the San Jacinto Monument and Museum. Cost is $6.50. We'll have lunch at Monument Inn and enjoy some of their huge, delicious rolls, muffins, and cinnamon rolls. The bus will leave Peace parking lot at 9:00 a.m. Cost of the bus is $3.00. Anyone 50 and over is invited to join us on our trips. Call Sharon, (281) 489-9790, or Virginia, (281) 487-4961 for reservations.
Remember: If you are signed up for a trip and won't be able to go, please call Sharon or Virginia and let them know as we have people on waiting lists for our trips that would like to have your spot.
Benefit for Pasadena Community Ministries
On Friday, October 16th at 6:30 p.m. the Glory Train Quartet will perform a Southern Gospel Concert at First Presbyterian Church of Pasadena (corner of Preston & Crenshaw). This concert is being held to raise funds for Pasadena Community Ministries Food Pantry. Come hear great Southern Gospel music and help feed the hungry of Pasadena. Cake and coffee will be served following the FREE concert. Pasadena Community Ministries is supported by 18 church of different denominations.
Girls’ Night Out October 30, 6:30-8:30 Pm
The moon is full, the wind is chill… Halloween Bunco will be quite a thrill! A howling time awaits you, but beware – the dice may want to bite! Join us for a frightfully good time as we celebrate Halloween Bunco. Names A-L bring main or side dishes and last names M-Z bring desserts. Cost is $5.00. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex.
Lutheran World Relief
Lutheran World Relief is desperately in need of Health Kits. Health Kits provide a sense of dignity and reduce germs for people in need. At this time we have 15 health kits assembled. We have plenty of soap and band aids. We are in need of the following items:
Hand Towels (preferably in dark colors)
Wash Cloths (preferably in dark colors)
Adult toothbrushes in original packaging
Wide Tooth Comb
Nail Clippers with File or Nail File
Please Prayerfully consider donating some of the items. Peace be with you.
Carol Young, Mission Community and Action
Lutheran Men In Mission "Huddle" Planned For October 31, 2009!
Mr. Doug Haugen, national director for ELCA's Lutheran Men in Mission is calling a "men's huddle" for Reformation Day /OCT 31, 2009 at New Life Lutheran Church in Pearland. The meeting is scheduled from 9:00 am - Noon and includes breakfast. Also present at this meeting will be Mr. Carlos Pena, VP of the ELCA and member of First LC, Galveston. This gathering is an attempt to foster relationships and boost the work of men's ministry in each congregation in our synod. We are so blessed to have these two men in the same place on the same day...don't miss this! Please 281.485.1818 to RSVP by WED October 28 or e-mail brian@newlifelutheran.com. Pastors and men ages 16 and older are invited.
2010 Women Of Peace Bazaar
We will be gathering on the third Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m. through September of 2010. Please join us in the Fellowship Hall on October 20.
Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
Plan to bring your family and a dish to share and join us for our annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, November 22nd. Our first seating will be at 11:00 am and the second seating will follow the 11:00 service. Sign up sheets for items can be found on the table in the narthex.
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