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”
Saturday, October 31, 2009
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.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
WEEKLY EMAIL FOR THE EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
OCTOBER 4, 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:
Jesus certainly loves the "little children". This is three weeks in a row that we hear him challenging the disciples to see the broad hospitality of the kingdom. We are to welcome children as "you welcome me". And we have heard a threat from Jesus that if we put a stumbling block in the way of "the little ones" then we might as well have a millstone tied around our necks and be thrown into the sea. This Sunday we will hear the great admonition, "Do not hinder the children". Jesus loves the little children.
But even more so, he makes becoming like a child a sign of belonging to the kingdom. This does not mean that we are to be immature. No, it means to say that our status before God and each other is on the same level. We all stand before God as children of God. There is no hierarchy. No one is any more of a child than the other.
What this means is that we all have open access to the kingdom. This Sunday the title of my sermon is "Open Access" and I will be preaching about the doors we are to open to everyone to the grace of Jesus. I hope that you will enjoy it.
This Sunday we have our new banners hanging in our nave. Everyone who has seen them remarks about how beautiful they are. Jeanette Baugh purchased these for us before she passed away. We will have a dedication of them on October 11 at the 11:00 service. Her family is planning to attend.
This Sunday we will also be receiving new members. What joy it is to have people share in loving what we love and walk with us in the Gospel. We thank God for them.
Tuesday Evening Manna
My Tuesday Evening online program is a lot of fun. If you get a chance, click on the program. This past week I had a chat with someone about "religion-less Christianity." We also had a good chat about "little ones" in the text for this Sunday. Evening Manna is a 20-30 minute live broadcast. In the program we look at the upcoming Sunday biblical texts and offer reflection and interaction with them. At the end of the program there is an opportunity to lift up prayer concerns. This will be each broadcast each Tuesday at 9:00 pm. You will need your Bible with you. You can find the station either through the "Peace Connection" on our website or at DrDTart Station.
Council Meeting Last Sunday
We met for 4 hours for Bible study, prayer, sharing in the Lord's Supper and, of course, discerning the will of God in our work as a congregation. Highlights included the following:
•Adoption of a "Good Samaritan Fund" policy
•A call for all touched by the Churchwide Sexuality Statement and Ministry Policies to prayer and discernment and to endorse my September 2009 newsletter article on this subject and to host an open forum in October and/or November to give opportunity for discussion, discernment and prayer (see below about forum)
•Discussion and decision to work further on bids for the playground and sanctuary improvement projects (please be patient. We are working to get these projects right. We are also involving members who have only so much time to share.)
•Discussed Goals for 2009 and 2010, 2010 budget, nominations, finance policies, Lutherhill Capital Campaign participation, current financial situation.
The meeting went fast and because of the "spiritual climate" no one left tired or burdened. We also make good use of online collaboration between meetings and are printing our online communication for the unwilling and unable. We also decided to have a special meeting when the bids for the sanctuary and playground are ready. Our next meeting is Nov. 2.
Annual Meeting was set for December 13 after the 11:00 service.
Thank you for your prayers. We are grateful for those who have answered the call to serve as our leaders.
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 7:00-8:30 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.
David Booher Resignation as of Dec. 6
The council also accepted the resignation of David with sadness, thanksgiving for his ministry and God's blessings on his future. His last Sunday is Dec 6.
David has been a great blessing to our church and we will miss him. I have enjoyed immensely working with him. We will be saying more about this in the time ahead. I encourage all of you to make personal time to say thanks to him and wish him well.
We will have a "Youth Minister Transition" workshop on Monday, Oct 19 at 7pm 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.
Pastoral Care Notes
DeLores Sturm: Triumph in Clear Lake Sympathy to the family and friends of Shirley Carpenter. Her funeral was this past Monday. Also, to Hunter & Teresa Outlaw on the death of Teresa’s cousin,
Jason Elliott continues to his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrand continues recovery from cancer surgery.
Cindy Smith awaits a liver transplant.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Care Packages
We are going to send “Care Packages” to our members who are serving in the military. A list of items that are wanted and needed will be made available.
We ask the families to update the addresses and contact us by October 11th with a wish list. For more information contact Greg Hanna at (281) 842-9446 or Bob Peterson at (281) 476-0632.
Stewardship Workshop
We will have a workshop to grow the Stewardship Ministry at Peace on Wednesday October 7 at 6:00 pm at Daren and Kami Guertin's home, 2706 White Sands Drive Deer Park, TX 77536. This is open to everyone interested in growing this ministry at Peace. Dinner is included.
First Communion Instruction
Eucharist, Lord's Supper, Communion, Body of Christ, that other Sacrament - whatever you call it, it's time for more students to learn about it! We will be holding our First Communion Instruction Classes at 12:30 pm on October 4, 11, and 18. Students in 3rd grade and up are encouraged to attend this important class to learn everything about Communion. On November 1st all these students will receive their First Communion at their Sunday worship service. On October 25th, we will also be making our own bread for the November 1st worship services.
PCM Food Drive Sunday
On the first Sunday of the month we hold our monthly food drive for Pasadena Community Ministries, Thank you for your donation of non-perishable food items for this very important ministry. You can place your 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. Please remember to keep PCM in your prayers, and thank you for your caring and sharing.
Come Celebrate With Us
The family of Joshua Jorgenson invite you to celebrate with them on Friday, October 9th at 7:00 pm, when Joshua will receive the Eagle Scout Award. The ceremony will be held here at Peace Lutheran. Refreshments will follow in the Fellowship Hall.
OCTOBER 4, 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:
Jesus certainly loves the "little children". This is three weeks in a row that we hear him challenging the disciples to see the broad hospitality of the kingdom. We are to welcome children as "you welcome me". And we have heard a threat from Jesus that if we put a stumbling block in the way of "the little ones" then we might as well have a millstone tied around our necks and be thrown into the sea. This Sunday we will hear the great admonition, "Do not hinder the children". Jesus loves the little children.
But even more so, he makes becoming like a child a sign of belonging to the kingdom. This does not mean that we are to be immature. No, it means to say that our status before God and each other is on the same level. We all stand before God as children of God. There is no hierarchy. No one is any more of a child than the other.
What this means is that we all have open access to the kingdom. This Sunday the title of my sermon is "Open Access" and I will be preaching about the doors we are to open to everyone to the grace of Jesus. I hope that you will enjoy it.
This Sunday we have our new banners hanging in our nave. Everyone who has seen them remarks about how beautiful they are. Jeanette Baugh purchased these for us before she passed away. We will have a dedication of them on October 11 at the 11:00 service. Her family is planning to attend.
This Sunday we will also be receiving new members. What joy it is to have people share in loving what we love and walk with us in the Gospel. We thank God for them.
Tuesday Evening Manna
My Tuesday Evening online program is a lot of fun. If you get a chance, click on the program. This past week I had a chat with someone about "religion-less Christianity." We also had a good chat about "little ones" in the text for this Sunday. Evening Manna is a 20-30 minute live broadcast. In the program we look at the upcoming Sunday biblical texts and offer reflection and interaction with them. At the end of the program there is an opportunity to lift up prayer concerns. This will be each broadcast each Tuesday at 9:00 pm. You will need your Bible with you. You can find the station either through the "Peace Connection" on our website or at DrDTart Station.
Council Meeting Last Sunday
We met for 4 hours for Bible study, prayer, sharing in the Lord's Supper and, of course, discerning the will of God in our work as a congregation. Highlights included the following:
•Adoption of a "Good Samaritan Fund" policy
•A call for all touched by the Churchwide Sexuality Statement and Ministry Policies to prayer and discernment and to endorse my September 2009 newsletter article on this subject and to host an open forum in October and/or November to give opportunity for discussion, discernment and prayer (see below about forum)
•Discussion and decision to work further on bids for the playground and sanctuary improvement projects (please be patient. We are working to get these projects right. We are also involving members who have only so much time to share.)
•Discussed Goals for 2009 and 2010, 2010 budget, nominations, finance policies, Lutherhill Capital Campaign participation, current financial situation.
The meeting went fast and because of the "spiritual climate" no one left tired or burdened. We also make good use of online collaboration between meetings and are printing our online communication for the unwilling and unable. We also decided to have a special meeting when the bids for the sanctuary and playground are ready. Our next meeting is Nov. 2.
Annual Meeting was set for December 13 after the 11:00 service.
Thank you for your prayers. We are grateful for those who have answered the call to serve as our leaders.
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 7:00-8:30 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.
David Booher Resignation as of Dec. 6
The council also accepted the resignation of David with sadness, thanksgiving for his ministry and God's blessings on his future. His last Sunday is Dec 6.
David has been a great blessing to our church and we will miss him. I have enjoyed immensely working with him. We will be saying more about this in the time ahead. I encourage all of you to make personal time to say thanks to him and wish him well.
We will have a "Youth Minister Transition" workshop on Monday, Oct 19 at 7pm 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.
Pastoral Care Notes
DeLores Sturm: Triumph in Clear Lake Sympathy to the family and friends of Shirley Carpenter. Her funeral was this past Monday. Also, to Hunter & Teresa Outlaw on the death of Teresa’s cousin,
Jason Elliott continues to his treatment for cancer.
Vickie Hildebrand continues recovery from cancer surgery.
Cindy Smith awaits a liver transplant.
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Care Packages
We are going to send “Care Packages” to our members who are serving in the military. A list of items that are wanted and needed will be made available.
We ask the families to update the addresses and contact us by October 11th with a wish list. For more information contact Greg Hanna at (281) 842-9446 or Bob Peterson at (281) 476-0632.
Stewardship Workshop
We will have a workshop to grow the Stewardship Ministry at Peace on Wednesday October 7 at 6:00 pm at Daren and Kami Guertin's home, 2706 White Sands Drive Deer Park, TX 77536. This is open to everyone interested in growing this ministry at Peace. Dinner is included.
First Communion Instruction
Eucharist, Lord's Supper, Communion, Body of Christ, that other Sacrament - whatever you call it, it's time for more students to learn about it! We will be holding our First Communion Instruction Classes at 12:30 pm on October 4, 11, and 18. Students in 3rd grade and up are encouraged to attend this important class to learn everything about Communion. On November 1st all these students will receive their First Communion at their Sunday worship service. On October 25th, we will also be making our own bread for the November 1st worship services.
PCM Food Drive Sunday
On the first Sunday of the month we hold our monthly food drive for Pasadena Community Ministries, Thank you for your donation of non-perishable food items for this very important ministry. You can place your 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. Please remember to keep PCM in your prayers, and thank you for your caring and sharing.
Come Celebrate With Us
The family of Joshua Jorgenson invite you to celebrate with them on Friday, October 9th at 7:00 pm, when Joshua will receive the Eagle Scout Award. The ceremony will be held here at Peace Lutheran. Refreshments will follow in the Fellowship Hall.
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