For Sunday of the Passion (Palm Sunday),
Week of March 28
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 Sundays Events
Here it is! The beginning of Holy Week and the stark stories of Jesus journey to the cross and earthshaking event of Easter. This Sunday we will have our traditional procession of palms. We ask you to gather in the courtyard area. We will have a trumpet to lead us in the traditional, "All Glory, Laud and Honor".
We will also do a congregation reading of the passion according to St. Luke followed by a brief sermon "The March of Christ". If you want, to honor the day, wear red as a way to mark the day.
We will have our last worship in the fellowship hall this Sunday! The carpet is in the sanctuary and the pews are being installed.
Beginning April 18 we will return to our three service schedule.
One of the nice improvements to the sanctuary is that you can now turn on the lights without having to go to the room by the vesting/conference room. The switch is by the door on the organ side of the room.
Special Note, We will have one service at 11:00 with Sunday School at 9:45 on Sunday April 11. We will follow the service with a meal of brisket and sausage. We ask those who are coming to bring a side dish or dessert. We will also have entertainment. Looks to be a great day.
Holy Week Schedule ( All Holy Week Services Will Be In The Sanctuary, Except Palm Sunday)
March 28: Palm Sunday- Procession of Psalms and congregation reading of the passion according to St. Luke
April 1: Maundy Thursday services with communion 12:00 and 7:00
April 2: Good Friday Tenebrae service at 7pm
April 4: Easter Services at 7:00am(sunrise), Easter breakfast at 7:30, 8:30, 9:45 and 11:00. (No Sunday School)
Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday, April 3rd at 10:00am for the 2 year olds to 5th graders. The hunt starts at 10:20 a.m., so don’t be late. We will also play games and have a light lunch. We would also like the kids to bring fresh flowers to help decorate a cross for Easter Sunday. If you would like to donate individually wrapped candy for the hunt, there is a box in the narthex for your donations.
Playground Update
The front playground is up and ready for action. Tomorrow we should complete the back section and it should be ready for play. We are working on safety rules and other final projects.
Congregation Survey
Today is the last day to complete the online survey.
Handwritten surveys will continue to be included in responses until Easter Sunday. There is a secured slotted box on the table in the narthex for your responses.
Church Council is conducting a brief survey to better understand your needs and concerns in our continued Mission at Peace Lutheran Church. We are asking for your prompt and honest feedback in a few key areas to insure that we are providing the right leadership to build a stronger Church Community and enable you to grow spiritually and emotionally.
The survey will be available at the following link for online responses. Council will also be handing out the survey at Sunday services for several weeks. We will provide a secure slotted box in the Narthex for return of the surveys. Please fill out the survey only once so that we have an accurate reflection of member responses.
The online survey is available at http://www.quia.com/sv/378942.html
Council will provide feedback on member responses shortly after Easter. Where appropriate, Council will review areas of concern with the congregation. We may try to gain further clarity on the issue as we look for solutions to your concerns.
If you have questions, please contact any member of your Church Council.
We thank you in advance for your participation. Please prayerfully consider your responses to help us build a stronger Peace Lutheran Church.
Midweek Bible Study, "Respecting our Neighbor's Faith"
On Wednesday mornings, Pastor Tart is leading the Wednesday Bible Study group with a overview study of the other denominations and religions. The study should continue well into May. Feel free to come on any Wednesday from 10-11:30. We always have a great time together. (Once a month we take a break for the Senior Fellowship Wednesday.)
Pastoral Care Notes
Hospitalized:
Ruth Petty, released
Bob Boone, released
Carol Morgan-Gohlke, released
Laverne Wolff-Bayshore
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Ruth Petty continues her treatment for cancer.
Notes From the Treasurer
General Operating Fund deposits for March 1st through March 14th.
3-7-10 $13,030.74
3-14-10 $7,675.50
The above amount for March 7th, 2010 includes three Simply Givings. Lenten service offerings are included in the Sunday following the Wednesday service.
To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week. For March, we have a total of $20,706.24 actual income. The estimated income for the second week of March is $21,346. We are under our budgeted income by $639.76 for the second week of March.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through March 14th.
Memorial Fund $2070
Pasadena Community Ministries $985.34
Pasadena Faith in Action $50
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $42.42
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $220
Haiti Relief Fund $1,390
Habitat for Humanity $1340
World Hunger $10
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $170
Loose Offering $1824.22
Sunday School $119.12
Good Samaritan $128
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $500
Wedding Deposit $550
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Easter Lilies
If you would like to donate a lily to be used for our Easter services, please be sure to write your name on the sign-up sheet in the narthex. Lilies should be brought to the church during Holy Week, and can be taken home following the 11:00 worship service on Easter Sunday.
Graduating Seniors
\Do you have a child or relative who is a member here at Peace Lutheran and is graduating from High School in May, 2010? Please call the church office or email Judy as soon as possible with their name, name of high school and where they will be attending college so that they can be honored at our High School Recognition Sunday on May 2nd.
50+ Bus Trip for April
On April 8th, it is off to Chappell Hill, Texas to see the beautiful bluebonnets. While in Chappell Hill you can shop at several of the stores along a wooden sidewalk. Pick up time at Peace will be at 8:00 a.m. Cost of the trip: Free + Lunch money + Program donation ($3.00). For more information on the trip, times of departures, and prices, please call Virginia Rodriguez (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck (281) 470-0407.
Mark your calendar for upcoming trips:
May 22 - Heritage Society, Sam Houston Park
June 8 - Stark Museum, Orange, TX.
July 12 - National Museum of Funeral History (they have added new exhibits since we were there) and lunch at the Potato Patch (which is a treat in itself - they throw rolls, muffins, etc. and you catch)
Watch the newsletters for more information.
Summer Camp at Lutherhill
The time is here to begin registering for summer camp at Camp Lutherhill in La Grange.
Summer camp plays an important role in a child’s spiritual formation. We hope that you will make every effort for your child to attend. Summers can be busy with activities, but this opportunity for your child’s growth in faith is important. Scholarships are available if needed. (Please contact Pastor Tart personally.)
2nd through 5th Graders
The dates for 2nd through 5th graders are July 18-23. You can attend other weeks if you desire, of course.
The 2nd and 3rd graders will only be attending Sunday-Wednesday.
Confirmation Students
Dates for confirmation students are set for July 11-16. Attending summer camp is part of the confirmation experience. Scholarships are available if needed.
Registration forms are available on the table in the narthex, or you can go to www.lutherhill.org and register this week. Forms should be turned into Pastor Tart or the church office as soon as possible. Either Pastor Tart or the new youth minister will be attending with them.
ATTENTION 8TH GRADE CONFIRMANDS
Reminder to all 8th grade confirmands – This Sunday, March 28th at 5:00pm we will continue to work on our banner. Dinner will be provided by parents before Confirmation class at 6:00 pm. Please come and help create our special gift. We look forward to seeing everyone.
Lutherhill Golf Tournament
The 9th Annual Lutherhill Ministries Golf Tournament, sponsored by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will be held at Longwood Golf Club, Cypress on Friday, April 23, 2010.
Each year golfers and sponsors from around the Synod gather for a day of fun and fundraising that helps to support the vital mission of Lutherhill; which is to be “A place for all people of every generation to experience the love of Christ, in unique settings and new ways.
Entry Fee is $110. Registration: 12:30pm-1:30pm. Shotgun Start: 1:30pm. Mulligans: $5 each. Entry Feel includes golf & cart fees, range balls, drinks & snacks on the course, player gifts, dinner.
Registration forms are available on line at www.lutherhill.org.
Can't make it on the 23rd? Consider being a Sponsor! Gold Sponsorship $2500; Silver Sponsorship $1200; Tee Box Sponsor (Sponsor one hole or a number of holes for $150 each.) Call Kenny or go to the Lutherhill website (www.lutherhill.org).
Friday, March 26, 2010
Friday, March 19, 2010
For the Fifth Sunday in Lent
Week of March 21, 2010
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.
Holy Week Schedule
March 28: Palm Sunday- Procession of Psalms and congregation reading of the passion according to St. Luke
April 1: Maundy Thursday services with communion 12:00 and 7:00
April 2: Good Friday Tenebrae service at 7:00pm
April 4: Easter Services at 7:00am (sunrise), Easter breakfast at 7:30, 8:30, 9:45 and 11:00.
One Service Sunday on April 11 at 11:00am
Meal and entertainment following. Mark your calendars. We will not be having the 8:30 or 9:45 service in order to give us an opportunity to build our fellowship.
Great News from the Council
Ben Remmert accepted our offer of becoming our Director of Youth and Family Ministry and will begin June 1. We are all very excited and thankful for the spirit leading us together for the ministry set before us.
Playground Update
The front playground is up and ready for action. We are working to complete the back piece.
Congregation Survey
Church Council is conducting a brief survey to better understand your needs and concerns in our continued Mission at Peace Lutheran Church. We are asking for your prompt and honest feedback in a few key areas to insure that we are providing the right leadership to build a stronger Church Community and enable you to grow spiritually and emotionally.
The survey will be available at the following link for online responses. Council will also be handing out the survey at Sunday services for several weeks. A secure slotted box is provided in the Narthex for return of the surveys. Please fill out the survey only once so that we have an accurate reflection of member responses.
The online survey is available at http://www.quia.com/sv/378942.html
Council will provide feedback on member responses shortly after Easter. Where appropriate, Council will review areas of concern with the congregation. We may try to gain further clarity on the issue as we look for solutions to your concerns.
If you have questions, please contact any member of your Church Council.
We thank you in advance for your participation. Please prayerfully consider your responses to help us build a stronger Peace Lutheran Church.
Wednesday Lenten Journey. Our last Lenten Worship
My preaching themes will center on the Epistle readings from Sunday morning. These texts have wonderful images and messages to help us in our journey to Easter. I hope you will enjoy them.
This week I will be preaching on Philippians 3:4-14. In this passage we have some wonderful images and thoughts about pressing forward to our goal and the surpassing knowledge of Jesus Christ about all else.
We will have Soup at 11:45am and a midday service at 12:3pm. We will also have Lenten Soup suppers at 6:00pm with a prayer service following at 7:00pm.
Midweek Bible Study, "Respecting our Neighbor's Faith"
On Wednesday mornings, Pastor Tart is leading the Wednesday Bible Study group with a overview study of the other denominations and religions. The study should continue well into May. Feel free to come on any Wednesday from 10-11:30. We always have a great time together. (Once a month we take a break for the Senior Fellowship Wednesday.)
Pastoral Care Notes
Hospitalized:
Ruth Petty, Patients
Bob Boone, Southeast Memorial
Carol Morgan-Gohlke, St. Lukes
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Notes From The Treasurer
General Operating Fund deposits February 7th through February 28th
2-7-10 $11,548.75
2-14-10 $10,491.63
2-21-10 $8,948.65
2-28-10 $8,205.00
3-1-10 $13,030.74
The above amount for March 1st, 2010 includes three Simply Givings and Lenten service offering. To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week. For March, we have a total of $13,030.74 actual income.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through March 1st.
Memorial Fund $1905
Pasadena Community Ministries $965.34
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $25.29
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $220
Haiti Relief Fund $1,340
Habitat for Humanity $1340
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $170
Loose Offering $1640.22
Sunday School $114.87
Good Samaritan $128
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $500
Wedding Deposit $350
The above amount for February 14th, 2010 includes three Simply Givings from February 7th , February 14th and February 15th. To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week. For February, we have a total of $39,194.03 actual income. The estimated income for February was $42,692. We are under our
budgeted income by $3,497.97 for this month.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through February 28th
Memorial Fund $1855
Pasadena Community Ministries $795.34
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $25.29
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $200
Haiti Relief Fund $1,340
Habitat for Humanity $1240
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $170
Loose Offering $1510.48
Sunday School $104.66
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $480
Wedding Deposit $350
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Holy Week Volunteers Needed
On Palm Sunday, March 28, we will be using the “The Passion According to Luke” and are looking for volunteers to read parts. (A sample is located on the bulletin board in the narthex.)
The Maundy Thursday worship service on April 1st will include the rite of foot washing. We will need 12 volunteers (children and adults) to participate. If you would be interested, please call Jan Woodard at (713) 206-7132, or the church office. Sign-up sheets are also available on the bulletin board in the narthex.
Graduating Seniors
Do you have a child or relative who is a member here at Peace Lutheran and is graduating from High School in May, 2010? Please be sure to call the church office or email Judy as soon as possible with their name, name of high school and where they will be attending college so that they can be honored at our High School Recognition Sunday on May 2nd.
Easter Egg Hunt
On Saturday, April 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. we will be having an Easter Egg Hunt for the 2 year olds to 5th graders. The hunt starts at 10:20 a.m., so don’t be late. We will also play games and have a light lunch. We would also like the kids to bring fresh flowers to help decorate a cross for Easter Sunday. If you would like to donate individually wrapped candy for the hunt, there is a box in the narthex for your donations.
Senior Citizen’s Day
The next Senior Citizen’s Day is Wednesday, March 24th 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 the church office.
Girls’ Night Out
Friday, March 26th 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Join us for Spring Time Bunco! Spring is coming soon, grass is green and flowers bloom, leaves are budding everywhere, Spring is in the air! Cost is $5.00; last names M-Z bring desserts and last names A-L bring main or side dishes. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex.
Easter Lilies
If you would like to donate a lily to be used for our Easter services, please be sure to write your name on the sign-up sheet in the narthex. Lilies should be brought to the church during Holy Week, and can be taken home following the 11:00 worship service on Easter Sunday.
Blood Pressure Screening
On the third Sunday of each month the Parish Nurses offer free blood pressure screening. They will be available on Sunday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Library. This is for all ages – children, too!
NO MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Just a reminder that there will be no midweek Bible study on Wednesday. Plan to join the senior citizens on that day, and bring a friend!
50+ Bus Trip For March
On April 8th, it is off to Chappell Hill, Texas to see the beautiful bluebonnets. While in Chappell Hill you can shop at several of the stores along a wooden sidewalk. Pick up time at Peace will be at 8:00 a.m. Cost of the trip: Free + Lunch money + Program donation ($3.00). For more information on the trip, times of departures, and prices, please call Virginia Rodriguez (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck (281) 470-0407.
Mark your calendar for upcoming trips:
May 22 - Heritage Society, Sam Houston Park
June 8 - Stark Museum, Orange, TX.
July 12 - National Museum of Funeral History (they have added new exhibits since we were there) and lunch at the Potato Patch (which is a treat in itself - they throw rolls, muffins, etc. and you catch)
Watch the newsletters for more information.
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.
Attention 8th Grade Confirmands
Reminder to all 8th grade confirmands – This Sunday, March 21st at 4:00 pm, we will be meeting to work on our banner. Dinner will be provided by parents before Confirmation class at 6:00 pm. Please come and help create our special gift. We look forward to seeing everyone. We will also meet next week, Sunday, March 28th at 5:00pm to continue work on the banner.
The Krause Center
We are still collecting items for the teens at the Krause Center (Lutheran Social Services). Each girl's package and each boy's package will be alike. The Center always has 30 girls and 30 boys. We still need some of each of these items and we do thank those that have donated. They will be assembled and mailed in time for Easter.
Items need: Ladies Size Fun Socks, Men's' size sport socks, decks of cards, beanie babies size plush toys, travel size deodorants & toiletries, and chap sticks. There is a basket under the WOP table in the Narthex for your donations.
The Krause Center also needs formal wear for their annual prom. This is a very special event for the teens. The dresses need to be in good taste, current styles and gently worn. If you have a prom dress that you are willing to part with they will be greatly appreciated. Sherri & Jany will deliver these around the third week in April.
Week of March 21, 2010
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.
Holy Week Schedule
March 28: Palm Sunday- Procession of Psalms and congregation reading of the passion according to St. Luke
April 1: Maundy Thursday services with communion 12:00 and 7:00
April 2: Good Friday Tenebrae service at 7:00pm
April 4: Easter Services at 7:00am (sunrise), Easter breakfast at 7:30, 8:30, 9:45 and 11:00.
One Service Sunday on April 11 at 11:00am
Meal and entertainment following. Mark your calendars. We will not be having the 8:30 or 9:45 service in order to give us an opportunity to build our fellowship.
Great News from the Council
Ben Remmert accepted our offer of becoming our Director of Youth and Family Ministry and will begin June 1. We are all very excited and thankful for the spirit leading us together for the ministry set before us.
Playground Update
The front playground is up and ready for action. We are working to complete the back piece.
Congregation Survey
Church Council is conducting a brief survey to better understand your needs and concerns in our continued Mission at Peace Lutheran Church. We are asking for your prompt and honest feedback in a few key areas to insure that we are providing the right leadership to build a stronger Church Community and enable you to grow spiritually and emotionally.
The survey will be available at the following link for online responses. Council will also be handing out the survey at Sunday services for several weeks. A secure slotted box is provided in the Narthex for return of the surveys. Please fill out the survey only once so that we have an accurate reflection of member responses.
The online survey is available at http://www.quia.com/sv/378942.html
Council will provide feedback on member responses shortly after Easter. Where appropriate, Council will review areas of concern with the congregation. We may try to gain further clarity on the issue as we look for solutions to your concerns.
If you have questions, please contact any member of your Church Council.
We thank you in advance for your participation. Please prayerfully consider your responses to help us build a stronger Peace Lutheran Church.
Wednesday Lenten Journey. Our last Lenten Worship
My preaching themes will center on the Epistle readings from Sunday morning. These texts have wonderful images and messages to help us in our journey to Easter. I hope you will enjoy them.
This week I will be preaching on Philippians 3:4-14. In this passage we have some wonderful images and thoughts about pressing forward to our goal and the surpassing knowledge of Jesus Christ about all else.
We will have Soup at 11:45am and a midday service at 12:3pm. We will also have Lenten Soup suppers at 6:00pm with a prayer service following at 7:00pm.
Midweek Bible Study, "Respecting our Neighbor's Faith"
On Wednesday mornings, Pastor Tart is leading the Wednesday Bible Study group with a overview study of the other denominations and religions. The study should continue well into May. Feel free to come on any Wednesday from 10-11:30. We always have a great time together. (Once a month we take a break for the Senior Fellowship Wednesday.)
Pastoral Care Notes
Hospitalized:
Ruth Petty, Patients
Bob Boone, Southeast Memorial
Carol Morgan-Gohlke, St. Lukes
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Notes From The Treasurer
General Operating Fund deposits February 7th through February 28th
2-7-10 $11,548.75
2-14-10 $10,491.63
2-21-10 $8,948.65
2-28-10 $8,205.00
3-1-10 $13,030.74
The above amount for March 1st, 2010 includes three Simply Givings and Lenten service offering. To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week. For March, we have a total of $13,030.74 actual income.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through March 1st.
Memorial Fund $1905
Pasadena Community Ministries $965.34
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $25.29
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $220
Haiti Relief Fund $1,340
Habitat for Humanity $1340
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $170
Loose Offering $1640.22
Sunday School $114.87
Good Samaritan $128
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $500
Wedding Deposit $350
The above amount for February 14th, 2010 includes three Simply Givings from February 7th , February 14th and February 15th. To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week. For February, we have a total of $39,194.03 actual income. The estimated income for February was $42,692. We are under our
budgeted income by $3,497.97 for this month.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through February 28th
Memorial Fund $1855
Pasadena Community Ministries $795.34
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $25.29
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $200
Haiti Relief Fund $1,340
Habitat for Humanity $1240
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $170
Loose Offering $1510.48
Sunday School $104.66
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $480
Wedding Deposit $350
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Holy Week Volunteers Needed
On Palm Sunday, March 28, we will be using the “The Passion According to Luke” and are looking for volunteers to read parts. (A sample is located on the bulletin board in the narthex.)
The Maundy Thursday worship service on April 1st will include the rite of foot washing. We will need 12 volunteers (children and adults) to participate. If you would be interested, please call Jan Woodard at (713) 206-7132, or the church office. Sign-up sheets are also available on the bulletin board in the narthex.
Graduating Seniors
Do you have a child or relative who is a member here at Peace Lutheran and is graduating from High School in May, 2010? Please be sure to call the church office or email Judy as soon as possible with their name, name of high school and where they will be attending college so that they can be honored at our High School Recognition Sunday on May 2nd.
Easter Egg Hunt
On Saturday, April 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. we will be having an Easter Egg Hunt for the 2 year olds to 5th graders. The hunt starts at 10:20 a.m., so don’t be late. We will also play games and have a light lunch. We would also like the kids to bring fresh flowers to help decorate a cross for Easter Sunday. If you would like to donate individually wrapped candy for the hunt, there is a box in the narthex for your donations.
Senior Citizen’s Day
The next Senior Citizen’s Day is Wednesday, March 24th 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 the church office.
Girls’ Night Out
Friday, March 26th 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Join us for Spring Time Bunco! Spring is coming soon, grass is green and flowers bloom, leaves are budding everywhere, Spring is in the air! Cost is $5.00; last names M-Z bring desserts and last names A-L bring main or side dishes. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the narthex.
Easter Lilies
If you would like to donate a lily to be used for our Easter services, please be sure to write your name on the sign-up sheet in the narthex. Lilies should be brought to the church during Holy Week, and can be taken home following the 11:00 worship service on Easter Sunday.
Blood Pressure Screening
On the third Sunday of each month the Parish Nurses offer free blood pressure screening. They will be available on Sunday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Library. This is for all ages – children, too!
NO MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY
Just a reminder that there will be no midweek Bible study on Wednesday. Plan to join the senior citizens on that day, and bring a friend!
50+ Bus Trip For March
On April 8th, it is off to Chappell Hill, Texas to see the beautiful bluebonnets. While in Chappell Hill you can shop at several of the stores along a wooden sidewalk. Pick up time at Peace will be at 8:00 a.m. Cost of the trip: Free + Lunch money + Program donation ($3.00). For more information on the trip, times of departures, and prices, please call Virginia Rodriguez (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck (281) 470-0407.
Mark your calendar for upcoming trips:
May 22 - Heritage Society, Sam Houston Park
June 8 - Stark Museum, Orange, TX.
July 12 - National Museum of Funeral History (they have added new exhibits since we were there) and lunch at the Potato Patch (which is a treat in itself - they throw rolls, muffins, etc. and you catch)
Watch the newsletters for more information.
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.
Attention 8th Grade Confirmands
Reminder to all 8th grade confirmands – This Sunday, March 21st at 4:00 pm, we will be meeting to work on our banner. Dinner will be provided by parents before Confirmation class at 6:00 pm. Please come and help create our special gift. We look forward to seeing everyone. We will also meet next week, Sunday, March 28th at 5:00pm to continue work on the banner.
The Krause Center
We are still collecting items for the teens at the Krause Center (Lutheran Social Services). Each girl's package and each boy's package will be alike. The Center always has 30 girls and 30 boys. We still need some of each of these items and we do thank those that have donated. They will be assembled and mailed in time for Easter.
Items need: Ladies Size Fun Socks, Men's' size sport socks, decks of cards, beanie babies size plush toys, travel size deodorants & toiletries, and chap sticks. There is a basket under the WOP table in the Narthex for your donations.
The Krause Center also needs formal wear for their annual prom. This is a very special event for the teens. The dresses need to be in good taste, current styles and gently worn. If you have a prom dress that you are willing to part with they will be greatly appreciated. Sherri & Jany will deliver these around the third week in April.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
For the Fourth Sunday in Lent
Week of March 14, 2010
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 Sundays Events
This Sunday we will get to enjoy reading one of the most powerful and cherished stories of the Bible, The Prodigal Son. The title of my sermon is "the Prodigal Community" and I will be preaching about how this story invites us to see the depth of God's love that heals our broken relationships. Our mission as a community is to be "prodigal" or extravagant. We look without judgment on others and see our common human need for healing. We are extravagant in our compassion for others.
Reminder We Have Two Services During Our Remodeling of the Sanctuary
Due to remodeling the sanctuary and the logistical issues with worshiping in the Fellowship Hall, we will be having only the 8:30 and 11:00 service with Sunday School at its regular time. After the remodeling, we will resume our three service routine. Due to a delay in the carpet order, we will be in the fellowship hall through March. Thank you for your patience and understanding. The painting is done, the lights should be up soon. We are just waiting on the carpet.
Great News from the Council
Ben Remmert accepted our offer of becoming our Director of Youth and Family Ministry and will begin June We are all very excited and thankful for the spirit leading us together for the ministry set before us.
Playground Update
The front playground is up and ready for action. We are working to complete the back piece.
Congregation Survey
Church Council is conducting a brief survey to better understand your needs and concerns in our continued Mission at Peace Lutheran Church. We are asking for your prompt and honest feedback in a few key areas to insure that we are providing the right leadership to build a stronger Church Community and enable you to grow spiritually and emotionally.
The survey is available at the following link for online responses. Council will also be handing out the survey at Sunday services for several weeks. A secure slotted box in the Narthex is provided for return of the surveys. Please fill out the survey only once so that we have an accurate reflection of member responses.
The online survey is available at http://www.quia.com/sv/378942.html
Council will provide feedback on member responses shortly after Easter. Where appropriate, Council will review areas of concern with the congregation. We may try to gain further clarity on the issue as we look for solutions to your concerns.
If you have questions, please contact any member of your Church Council.
We thank you in advance for your participation. Please prayerfully consider your responses to help us build a stronger Peace Lutheran Church.
Wednesday Lenten Journey
My preaching themes will center on the Epistle readings from Sunday morning. These text have wonderful images and messages to help us in our journey to Easter. I hope you will enjoy them. This week I will be preaching on 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 and Paul's wonderful words about how Christ makes all things new.
We will have noon Soup at 11:45 am and a midday service at 12:30 pm. We will also have Lenten Soup suppers at 6:00 pm, with a prayer service following at 7:00 pm.
Pasadena Faith In Action, March 27, 7:30am at IBEW at 4345 Allen Genoa
We continue to encourage you to sign up for a united effort by churches in the Pasadena area to serve our community with minor repairs, light construction, painting, clean-up, yard work, and basic landscaping.
You can register at Peace by filling in a form or going online at http://www.pasadenafaithinaction.com and download the form and send it to our church office.
The cost is $10 and will include a lunch and t-shirt. The work should be completed in the afternoon.
We are encouraging families to serve together. Youth can also serve, but they will need an adult sponsor.
Also, if you know any home owner in need of any of the above work around their home, please contact the church office for an application.
Habitat for Humanity Service Opportunity
Habitat for Humanity Pasadena is building a house in Pasadena on Ann Street. Thrivent for Lutherans and Churches in the Pasadena area are supplying volunteer labor and funds to build the house. Peace Lutheran Church is part of that effort. We are currently soliciting volunteers to participate in the build. We are also beginning a fund raising effort. Our goal is to raise $1000 by the end of February. The other participant churches are also raising funds.
There is a sign up sheet in the narthex for volunteers. If you have not signed up you may continue to do so. Your time commitment is for whatever you can manage. We will keep you posted about volunteer work times as we get closer to the build date.
You can participate in the fundraising by purchasing a virtual board of siding or box of siding nails. A board of siding costs a $10.00 donation and a box of nails costs a $5.00 donation. You will receive a certificate documenting your donation and we will post a “board” or “box” with your name on the bulletin board as we track progress toward our goal (you may remain anonymous if you wish). I will be in the narthex starting on February 21 to collect donations. Ted Brenneman – Peace Habitat Champion.
Midweek Bible Study: "Respecting Our Neighbor's Faith"
On Wednesday mornings, Pastor Tart is leading the Wednesday Bible Study group with a overview study of the other denominations and religions. The study should continue well into May. Feel free to come on any Wednesday from 10-11:30. We always have a great time together. (Once a month we take a break for the Senior Fellowship Wednesday.)
Pastoral Care Notes
Hospitalized:
Ruth Petty, Patients
Cindy Smith, released
Ruby Skoog, released
Carolyn Wallace, released
Carol Morgan-Gohlke, St. Lukes
Sympathy to Jerry and Mavis Greif and their family on the loss of Linda Maurer, sister of Jerry.
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Notes from the Treasurer
General Operating Fund deposits February 7th through February 28th
2-7-10 $11,548.75
2-14-10 $10,491.63
2-21-10 $8,948.65
2-28-10 $8,205.00
The above amount for February 14th, 2010 includes three Simply Givings from February 7th , February 14th and February 15th.
To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week. For February, we have a total of $39,194.03 actual income. The estimated income for February was $42,692. We are under our budgeted income by $3,497.97 for this month.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through February 28th
Memorial Fund $1855
Pasadena Community Ministries $795.34
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $25.29
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $200
Haiti Relief Fund $1,340
Habitat for Humanity $1240
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $170
Loose Offering $1510.48
Sunday School $104.66
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $480
Wedding Deposit $350
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
The Krause Center
We are still collecting items for the teens at the Krause Center (Lutheran Social Services). Each girl's package and each boy's package will be alike. The Center always has 30 girls and 30 boys. We still need some of each of these items and we do thank those that have donated. They will be assembled and mailed in time for Easter.
Items need: Ladies Size Fun Socks, Men's' size sport socks, decks of cards, beanie babies size plush toys, travel size deodorants & toiletries, and chapsticks. There is a basket under the WOP table in the Narthex for your donations.
The Krause Center also needs formal wear for their annual prom. This is a very special event for the teens. The dresses need to be in good taste, current styles and gently worn. If you have a prom dress that you are willing to part with they will be greatly appreciated. Sherri & Jany will deliver these around the third week in April.
Join Us At Camp!
The time is here to begin registering for summer camp at Camp Lutherhill in La Grange. Summer camp plays an important role in a child’s spiritual formation. We hope that you will make every effort for your child to attend. Summers can be busy with activities, but this opportunity for your child’s growth in faith is important. Scholarships are available if needed. (Please contact Pastor Tart personally.)
2nd through 5th Graders: The dates for 2nd through 5th graders are July 18-23. You can attend other weeks if you desire, of course. The 2nd and 3rd graders will only be attending Sunday-Wednesday.
Confirmation Students: Dates for confirmation students are set for July 11-16. Attending summer camp is part of the confirmation experience.
Registration forms are available on the table in the narthex, or you can go to www.lutherhill.org and register this week. Forms should be turned into Pastor Tart or the church office as soon as possible. Either Pastor Tart or the new youth minister will be attending with them.
Holy Week Volunteers Needed
On Palm Sunday, March 28, we will be using the “The Passion According to Luke” and are looking for volunteers to read parts. (A sample is located on the bulletin board in the narthex.)
The Maundy Thursday worship service on April 1st will include the rite of foot washing. We will need 12 volunteers (children and adults) to participate. If you would be interested, please call Jan Woodard at (713) 206-7132, or the church office. Sign-up sheets are also available on the bulletin board in the narthex.
LWR Fair Trade Coffee Project
The midweek Bible Study group is a “partner” in the coffee business and sells 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.
The LWR Coffee Project helps Lutherans answer that call by righting the injustices faced by small-scale farmers around the world. 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. Look for the table in the narthex on Sunday.
Graduating Seniors
Do you have a child or relative who is a member here at Peace Lutheran and is graduating from High School in May, 2010? Please call the church office or email Judy as soon as possible with their name, name of high school and where they will be attending college so that they can be honored at our High School Recognition Sunday on May 2nd.
50+ Bus Trip for March
On April 8th, it is off to Chappell Hill, Texas to see the beautiful bluebonnets. While in Chappell Hill you can shop at several of the stores along a wooden sidewalk. Pick up time at Peace will be at 8:00 a.m. Cost of the trip: Free + Lunch money + Program donation ($3.00). For more information on the trip, times of departures, and prices, please call Virginia Rodriguez (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck (281) 470-0407. 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.
Bazaar Committee
Please join us for fun and fellowship on Tuesday, March 16th at 10:00 a.m. We will be working on our hand tied throws and flower arrangements in baskets. There will be something for everyone to work on.
The deadline for all raffle items will be June 1st. Anyone working on Raffle items please keep this date in mind. If you are working on items suitable for the Silent Auction or the Raffle please let someone on the bazaar team know. Have a blessed day.
Carol Young - Bazaar Team
Lin Peterson - Chair
Pam Cronan - Co-Chair
Creative Hands Ministry
Let’s Zentangle and Zen Doodle on Tuesday night, March 16, 6:30 pm. Cost is $2.00.
This is a fun and relaxing project. We will finish crosses from last month’s class. There will be additional crosses for each. On this cross you may use any technique you want. We will have paints, stencils, foil, and etc. as well as a choice of crosses. We hope each will help us by doing a little cross that we will use with the cards that we mail. See your Tuesday. Refreshments will be served.
PCM Food Pantry Collection
Thank you to Bob & Jany Reeves for delivering the donations to the food pantry last Tuesday. Pasadena Community Ministries personally thanks all who donated. We delivered 27 bags/boxes of cereal and 30 jars of jams and jellies, 40 canned goods, 15 assorted items including peanut butter, dried soups, etc. and 2 large bottles of juice. For April let’s double our collection. We can do it and we have a great start as we have already collected more cereal, jelly and peanut butter. Remember to put your donations in the cabinets in the hallway by the fellowship hall.
Cathy's Angels
Cathy’s Angels has lost their lease and is no longer accepting any kind of donations. Thanks to everyone who made a donation to this project. Have a blessed day!
Week of March 14, 2010
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 Sundays Events
This Sunday we will get to enjoy reading one of the most powerful and cherished stories of the Bible, The Prodigal Son. The title of my sermon is "the Prodigal Community" and I will be preaching about how this story invites us to see the depth of God's love that heals our broken relationships. Our mission as a community is to be "prodigal" or extravagant. We look without judgment on others and see our common human need for healing. We are extravagant in our compassion for others.
Reminder We Have Two Services During Our Remodeling of the Sanctuary
Due to remodeling the sanctuary and the logistical issues with worshiping in the Fellowship Hall, we will be having only the 8:30 and 11:00 service with Sunday School at its regular time. After the remodeling, we will resume our three service routine. Due to a delay in the carpet order, we will be in the fellowship hall through March. Thank you for your patience and understanding. The painting is done, the lights should be up soon. We are just waiting on the carpet.
Great News from the Council
Ben Remmert accepted our offer of becoming our Director of Youth and Family Ministry and will begin June We are all very excited and thankful for the spirit leading us together for the ministry set before us.
Playground Update
The front playground is up and ready for action. We are working to complete the back piece.
Congregation Survey
Church Council is conducting a brief survey to better understand your needs and concerns in our continued Mission at Peace Lutheran Church. We are asking for your prompt and honest feedback in a few key areas to insure that we are providing the right leadership to build a stronger Church Community and enable you to grow spiritually and emotionally.
The survey is available at the following link for online responses. Council will also be handing out the survey at Sunday services for several weeks. A secure slotted box in the Narthex is provided for return of the surveys. Please fill out the survey only once so that we have an accurate reflection of member responses.
The online survey is available at http://www.quia.com/sv/378942.html
Council will provide feedback on member responses shortly after Easter. Where appropriate, Council will review areas of concern with the congregation. We may try to gain further clarity on the issue as we look for solutions to your concerns.
If you have questions, please contact any member of your Church Council.
We thank you in advance for your participation. Please prayerfully consider your responses to help us build a stronger Peace Lutheran Church.
Wednesday Lenten Journey
My preaching themes will center on the Epistle readings from Sunday morning. These text have wonderful images and messages to help us in our journey to Easter. I hope you will enjoy them. This week I will be preaching on 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 and Paul's wonderful words about how Christ makes all things new.
We will have noon Soup at 11:45 am and a midday service at 12:30 pm. We will also have Lenten Soup suppers at 6:00 pm, with a prayer service following at 7:00 pm.
Pasadena Faith In Action, March 27, 7:30am at IBEW at 4345 Allen Genoa
We continue to encourage you to sign up for a united effort by churches in the Pasadena area to serve our community with minor repairs, light construction, painting, clean-up, yard work, and basic landscaping.
You can register at Peace by filling in a form or going online at http://www.pasadenafaithinaction.com and download the form and send it to our church office.
The cost is $10 and will include a lunch and t-shirt. The work should be completed in the afternoon.
We are encouraging families to serve together. Youth can also serve, but they will need an adult sponsor.
Also, if you know any home owner in need of any of the above work around their home, please contact the church office for an application.
Habitat for Humanity Service Opportunity
Habitat for Humanity Pasadena is building a house in Pasadena on Ann Street. Thrivent for Lutherans and Churches in the Pasadena area are supplying volunteer labor and funds to build the house. Peace Lutheran Church is part of that effort. We are currently soliciting volunteers to participate in the build. We are also beginning a fund raising effort. Our goal is to raise $1000 by the end of February. The other participant churches are also raising funds.
There is a sign up sheet in the narthex for volunteers. If you have not signed up you may continue to do so. Your time commitment is for whatever you can manage. We will keep you posted about volunteer work times as we get closer to the build date.
You can participate in the fundraising by purchasing a virtual board of siding or box of siding nails. A board of siding costs a $10.00 donation and a box of nails costs a $5.00 donation. You will receive a certificate documenting your donation and we will post a “board” or “box” with your name on the bulletin board as we track progress toward our goal (you may remain anonymous if you wish). I will be in the narthex starting on February 21 to collect donations. Ted Brenneman – Peace Habitat Champion.
Midweek Bible Study: "Respecting Our Neighbor's Faith"
On Wednesday mornings, Pastor Tart is leading the Wednesday Bible Study group with a overview study of the other denominations and religions. The study should continue well into May. Feel free to come on any Wednesday from 10-11:30. We always have a great time together. (Once a month we take a break for the Senior Fellowship Wednesday.)
Pastoral Care Notes
Hospitalized:
Ruth Petty, Patients
Cindy Smith, released
Ruby Skoog, released
Carolyn Wallace, released
Carol Morgan-Gohlke, St. Lukes
Sympathy to Jerry and Mavis Greif and their family on the loss of Linda Maurer, sister of Jerry.
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Notes from the Treasurer
General Operating Fund deposits February 7th through February 28th
2-7-10 $11,548.75
2-14-10 $10,491.63
2-21-10 $8,948.65
2-28-10 $8,205.00
The above amount for February 14th, 2010 includes three Simply Givings from February 7th , February 14th and February 15th.
To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week. For February, we have a total of $39,194.03 actual income. The estimated income for February was $42,692. We are under our budgeted income by $3,497.97 for this month.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through February 28th
Memorial Fund $1855
Pasadena Community Ministries $795.34
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $25.29
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $200
Haiti Relief Fund $1,340
Habitat for Humanity $1240
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $170
Loose Offering $1510.48
Sunday School $104.66
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $480
Wedding Deposit $350
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
The Krause Center
We are still collecting items for the teens at the Krause Center (Lutheran Social Services). Each girl's package and each boy's package will be alike. The Center always has 30 girls and 30 boys. We still need some of each of these items and we do thank those that have donated. They will be assembled and mailed in time for Easter.
Items need: Ladies Size Fun Socks, Men's' size sport socks, decks of cards, beanie babies size plush toys, travel size deodorants & toiletries, and chapsticks. There is a basket under the WOP table in the Narthex for your donations.
The Krause Center also needs formal wear for their annual prom. This is a very special event for the teens. The dresses need to be in good taste, current styles and gently worn. If you have a prom dress that you are willing to part with they will be greatly appreciated. Sherri & Jany will deliver these around the third week in April.
Join Us At Camp!
The time is here to begin registering for summer camp at Camp Lutherhill in La Grange. Summer camp plays an important role in a child’s spiritual formation. We hope that you will make every effort for your child to attend. Summers can be busy with activities, but this opportunity for your child’s growth in faith is important. Scholarships are available if needed. (Please contact Pastor Tart personally.)
2nd through 5th Graders: The dates for 2nd through 5th graders are July 18-23. You can attend other weeks if you desire, of course. The 2nd and 3rd graders will only be attending Sunday-Wednesday.
Confirmation Students: Dates for confirmation students are set for July 11-16. Attending summer camp is part of the confirmation experience.
Registration forms are available on the table in the narthex, or you can go to www.lutherhill.org and register this week. Forms should be turned into Pastor Tart or the church office as soon as possible. Either Pastor Tart or the new youth minister will be attending with them.
Holy Week Volunteers Needed
On Palm Sunday, March 28, we will be using the “The Passion According to Luke” and are looking for volunteers to read parts. (A sample is located on the bulletin board in the narthex.)
The Maundy Thursday worship service on April 1st will include the rite of foot washing. We will need 12 volunteers (children and adults) to participate. If you would be interested, please call Jan Woodard at (713) 206-7132, or the church office. Sign-up sheets are also available on the bulletin board in the narthex.
LWR Fair Trade Coffee Project
The midweek Bible Study group is a “partner” in the coffee business and sells 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.
The LWR Coffee Project helps Lutherans answer that call by righting the injustices faced by small-scale farmers around the world. 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. Look for the table in the narthex on Sunday.
Graduating Seniors
Do you have a child or relative who is a member here at Peace Lutheran and is graduating from High School in May, 2010? Please call the church office or email Judy as soon as possible with their name, name of high school and where they will be attending college so that they can be honored at our High School Recognition Sunday on May 2nd.
50+ Bus Trip for March
On April 8th, it is off to Chappell Hill, Texas to see the beautiful bluebonnets. While in Chappell Hill you can shop at several of the stores along a wooden sidewalk. Pick up time at Peace will be at 8:00 a.m. Cost of the trip: Free + Lunch money + Program donation ($3.00). For more information on the trip, times of departures, and prices, please call Virginia Rodriguez (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck (281) 470-0407. 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.
Bazaar Committee
Please join us for fun and fellowship on Tuesday, March 16th at 10:00 a.m. We will be working on our hand tied throws and flower arrangements in baskets. There will be something for everyone to work on.
The deadline for all raffle items will be June 1st. Anyone working on Raffle items please keep this date in mind. If you are working on items suitable for the Silent Auction or the Raffle please let someone on the bazaar team know. Have a blessed day.
Carol Young - Bazaar Team
Lin Peterson - Chair
Pam Cronan - Co-Chair
Creative Hands Ministry
Let’s Zentangle and Zen Doodle on Tuesday night, March 16, 6:30 pm. Cost is $2.00.
This is a fun and relaxing project. We will finish crosses from last month’s class. There will be additional crosses for each. On this cross you may use any technique you want. We will have paints, stencils, foil, and etc. as well as a choice of crosses. We hope each will help us by doing a little cross that we will use with the cards that we mail. See your Tuesday. Refreshments will be served.
PCM Food Pantry Collection
Thank you to Bob & Jany Reeves for delivering the donations to the food pantry last Tuesday. Pasadena Community Ministries personally thanks all who donated. We delivered 27 bags/boxes of cereal and 30 jars of jams and jellies, 40 canned goods, 15 assorted items including peanut butter, dried soups, etc. and 2 large bottles of juice. For April let’s double our collection. We can do it and we have a great start as we have already collected more cereal, jelly and peanut butter. Remember to put your donations in the cabinets in the hallway by the fellowship hall.
Cathy's Angels
Cathy’s Angels has lost their lease and is no longer accepting any kind of donations. Thanks to everyone who made a donation to this project. Have a blessed day!
Thursday, March 4, 2010
For the Third Sunday in Lent
Week of March 7, 2010
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 Sundays Events
This Sunday the Gospel of Luke will confront us with a gruesome story of Pontus Pilate slaughtering innocent people and the tragedy of a building collapsing and killing many people. How do we deal with all the great evil in our world? In my sermon, entitled "Earthquake", I will be preaching about our Christian response to the great calamities of our world. We stand before these great evils with faith in the God who redeems and saves. I hope that you enjoy it.
Reminder We Have Two Services During Our Remodeling of the Sanctuary.
Due to remodeling the sanctuary and the logistical issues with worshiping in the Fellowship Hall, we will be having only the 8:30 and 11:00 service with Sunday School at its regular time. After the remodeling, we will resume our three service routine. Due to a delay in the carpet order, we will be in the fellowship hall through March.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The remodeling is going well. The painting is all but completed and the electrical work should be done this week.
Playground Update: Come Spread Some Mulch
The plastic is up. This Saturday at 8:30am we are going to have a mulch spreading party to complete the main playground structure. Bring a shovel and a rake. After we are through, the front playground will be open.
Congregation Survey Begins This Week
Church Council is conducting a brief survey to better understand your needs and concerns in our continued Mission at Peace Lutheran Church. We are asking for your prompt and honest feedback in a few key areas to insure that we are providing the right leadership to build a stronger Church Community and enable you to grow spiritually and emotionally.
The survey will be available at the following link for online responses. Council will also be handing out the survey at Sunday services for several weeks starting March 7th. We will provide a secure slotted box in the Narthex for return of the surveys. Please fill out the survey only once so that we have an accurate reflection of member responses.
The online survey is available at http://www.quia.com/sv/378942.html
Council will provide feedback on member responses shortly after Easter. Where appropriate, Council will review areas of concern with the congregation. We may try to gain further clarity on the issue as we look for solutions to your concerns.
If you have questions, please contact any member of your Church Council.
We thank you in advance for your participation. Please prayerfully consider your responses to help us build a stronger Peace Lutheran Church.
Wednesday Lenten Journey
My preaching themes will center on the Epistle readings from Sunday morning. These texts have wonderful images and messages to help us in our journey to Easter. I hope you will enjoy them.
Next week I will be preaching on 1 Corinthians 10:1-17. This text has some troubling verses, but they also instruct us on how to deal with temptation.
We will have noon Soup at 11:45am and a midday service at 12:30pm.
We will also have Lenten Soup suppers at 6:00pm with a prayer service following at 7:00pm
Youth Transition Team
We have a candidate to recommend to the council at their March 7 meeting.
Confirmation Class Youtube Video.
Our confirmation class produced a youtube video about our study of the Pentecost story. Go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GCIWlQStoE to see it. I think you will enjoy it.
Pasadena Faith in Action, March 27, 7:30am at IBEW at 4345 Allen Genoa
We continue to encourage you to sign up for a united effort by churches in the Pasadena area to serve our community with minor repairs, light construction, painting, clean-up, yard work, and basic landscaping.
You can register at Peace by filling in a form or going online athttp://www.pasadenafaithinaction.com and download the form and send it to our church office.
The cost is $10 and will include a lunch and t-shirt. The work should be completed in the afternoon.
We are encouraging families to serve together. Youth can also serve, but they will need an adult sponsor.
Also, if you know of any home owner in need of any of the above work around their home, please contact the church office for an application.
Midweek Bible Study, "Respecting our Neighbor's Faith"
On Wednesday mornings, Pastor Tart is leading the Wednesday Bible Study group with a overview study of the other denominations and religions. The study should continue well into May. Feel free to come on any Wednesday from 10-11:30. We always have a great time together. (Once a month we take a break for the Senior Fellowship Wednesday.)
Pastoral Care Notes
Hospitalized:
Ruth Petty, Patients
Cindy Smith, Methodist
Ruby Skoog, Clear Lake Regional
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Notes From the Treasurer
General Operating Fund deposits February 7th through February 21th
2-7-10 $11,548.75
2-14-10 $10,491.63
2-21-10 $8,948.65
The above amount for February 14th , 2010 includes three Simply
Givings from February 7th , February 14th and February 15th.
To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week.
For February, we have a total of $30,989.03 actual income.
The estimated income for the third week of February is $32,019. We
are under our budgeted income by $1,029.97.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through February 21th
Memorial Fund $1830
Pasadena Community Ministries $735.34
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $25.29
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $200
Haiti Relief Fund $1,340
Habitat for Humanity $685
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $85
Loose Offering $1395.48
Sunday School $94.66
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $460
Wedding Deposit $350
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Holy Week Help Needed
The Maundy Thursday worship service on April 1st will include the rite of foot washing. We will need 12 volunteers (children and adults) to participate. If you would be interested, please call Jan Woodard at (713) 206-7132, or the church office.
Graduating Seniors
Do you have a child or relative who is a member here at Peace Lutheran and is graduating from High School in May, 2010? Please call the church office or email Judy as soon as possible with their name, name of high school and where they will be attending college so that they can be honored at our High School Recognition Sunday on May 2nd.
50+ Bus Trip For March
On April 8th, it is off to Chappell Hill, Texas to see the beautiful bluebonnets. While in Chappell Hill you can shop at several of the stores along a wooden sidewalk. Pick up time at Peace will be at 8:00 a.m. Cost of the trip: Free + Lunch money + Program donation ($3.00). For more information on the trip, times of departures, and prices, please call Virginia Rodriguez (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck (281) 470-0407. 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.
Creative Hands Ministry
We are looking for a blue plastic utility tote that has acrylic paints that the Creative Hands need for their upcoming classes. If you borrowed the paints please, please bring it back. If we cannot locate the paints we will have to re-purchase.
Monday, March 8th, 9:30 am: The Creative Hands group will meet upstairs to work on Easter Cards and hopefully start on the gift bags for the Krause Center. We will not do a personal project as time is short to get the cards and gift bags put together.
Come and Zentangle and Zendoodle Creative Hands Night Group will meet on Tuesday, March 16 at 6:30 pm. Cost is $2.00. This is fun and relaxing art. We can doodle and doodle; now let’s ZenDoodle. We will have a fun time and your surface will be furnished. We will also finish our crosses from the February Night group, and another cross will be available to those that took the class. You may want to Zentangle or ZenDoodle your cross. Bring a fine point permanent pen if you have one. I will have some extras.
A sign up sheet is on the table in narthex. This is just to get an idea of how many surfaces/supplies we need. Refreshments will be served
Please continue to save your used ink and toners. They help with the some of the expenses for the carding projects.
PCM Food Drive on Sunday
On the first Sunday of each month we collect donations of non-perishable food items for Pasadena Community Ministries. Remember, we are challenging each family to donate cereal and jelly in addition to other pantry items. The pantry items will be delivered on Tuesday. There is a cabinet in the hallway by the Fellowship Hall for your donations.
The Krause Center
We are still collecting items for the teens at the Krause Center (Lutheran Social Services). Each girl's package and each boy's package will be alike. The Center always has 30 girls and 30 boys. We still need some of each of these items and we do thank those that have donated. They will be assembled and mailed in time for Easter.
Items need: Ladies Size Fun Socks, Men's' size sport socks, decks of cards, beanie babies size plush toys, travel size deodorants & toiletries, and chapsticks. There is a basket under the WOP table in the Narthex for your donations.
The Krause Center also needs formal wear for their annual prom. This is a very special event for the teens. The dresses need to be in good taste, current styles and gently worn. If you have a prom dress that you are willing to part with they will be greatly appreciated. Sherri & Jany will deliver these around the third week in April.
TX/LA Gulf Coast Synod Women of the ELCA Circle of Blessings Retreat March 12–14, 2010 Lutherhill Ministries
Please join your sisters in Christ as we clean, plant, paint and straighten up items around Lutherhill. This will be a Synodical Women’s Service event. Space is LIMITED so you need to get your registration form and fee in early!
Friday night will be a Bible study, dinner and fellowship. Saturday morning breakfast will be a gathering meeting and schedules of improvement details will be given to each of us. Sunday we will close with a worship service and if you want to continue to work you can, or finish the project you started on Saturday.
The Circle of Blessings represents the colors of the rainbow and a brief description of each. They are open to your own interpretation, but for this weekend they represent the friendships (yellow) that we have formed, the patience (orange) that we have with each other, the love (red) we have for our family and friends, the peace (blue) that is given to us by our Father, the courage (green) we have to step out of our comfort zones, the compassion (indigo) we show one another, and the forgiveness (purple) that we all receive from our Lord Jesus Christ and that we in return give to each other.
Registration forms can be found on the back table in the narthex, so don’t be late. Register now!
Join Us At Camp!
The time is here to begin registering for summer camp at Camp Lutherhill in La Grange. Summer camp plays an important role in a child’s spiritual formation. We hope that you will make every effort for your child to attend. Summers can be busy with activities, but this opportunity for your child’s growth in faith is important. Scholarships are available if needed. (Please contact Pastor Tart personally.)
2nd through 5th Graders: The dates for 2nd through 5th graders are July 18-23. You can attend other weeks if you desire, of course. The 2nd and 3rd graders will only be attending Sunday-Wednesday.
Confirmation Students: Dates for confirmation students are set for July 11-16. Attending summer camp is part of the confirmation experience.
Registration forms are available on the table in the narthex, or you can go to www.lutherhill.org and register this week. Forms should be turned into Pastor Tart or the church office as soon as possible. Either Pastor Tart or the new youth minister will be attending with them.
Week of March 7, 2010
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 Sundays Events
This Sunday the Gospel of Luke will confront us with a gruesome story of Pontus Pilate slaughtering innocent people and the tragedy of a building collapsing and killing many people. How do we deal with all the great evil in our world? In my sermon, entitled "Earthquake", I will be preaching about our Christian response to the great calamities of our world. We stand before these great evils with faith in the God who redeems and saves. I hope that you enjoy it.
Reminder We Have Two Services During Our Remodeling of the Sanctuary.
Due to remodeling the sanctuary and the logistical issues with worshiping in the Fellowship Hall, we will be having only the 8:30 and 11:00 service with Sunday School at its regular time. After the remodeling, we will resume our three service routine. Due to a delay in the carpet order, we will be in the fellowship hall through March.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The remodeling is going well. The painting is all but completed and the electrical work should be done this week.
Playground Update: Come Spread Some Mulch
The plastic is up. This Saturday at 8:30am we are going to have a mulch spreading party to complete the main playground structure. Bring a shovel and a rake. After we are through, the front playground will be open.
Congregation Survey Begins This Week
Church Council is conducting a brief survey to better understand your needs and concerns in our continued Mission at Peace Lutheran Church. We are asking for your prompt and honest feedback in a few key areas to insure that we are providing the right leadership to build a stronger Church Community and enable you to grow spiritually and emotionally.
The survey will be available at the following link for online responses. Council will also be handing out the survey at Sunday services for several weeks starting March 7th. We will provide a secure slotted box in the Narthex for return of the surveys. Please fill out the survey only once so that we have an accurate reflection of member responses.
The online survey is available at http://www.quia.com/sv/378942.html
Council will provide feedback on member responses shortly after Easter. Where appropriate, Council will review areas of concern with the congregation. We may try to gain further clarity on the issue as we look for solutions to your concerns.
If you have questions, please contact any member of your Church Council.
We thank you in advance for your participation. Please prayerfully consider your responses to help us build a stronger Peace Lutheran Church.
Wednesday Lenten Journey
My preaching themes will center on the Epistle readings from Sunday morning. These texts have wonderful images and messages to help us in our journey to Easter. I hope you will enjoy them.
Next week I will be preaching on 1 Corinthians 10:1-17. This text has some troubling verses, but they also instruct us on how to deal with temptation.
We will have noon Soup at 11:45am and a midday service at 12:30pm.
We will also have Lenten Soup suppers at 6:00pm with a prayer service following at 7:00pm
Youth Transition Team
We have a candidate to recommend to the council at their March 7 meeting.
Confirmation Class Youtube Video.
Our confirmation class produced a youtube video about our study of the Pentecost story. Go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GCIWlQStoE to see it. I think you will enjoy it.
Pasadena Faith in Action, March 27, 7:30am at IBEW at 4345 Allen Genoa
We continue to encourage you to sign up for a united effort by churches in the Pasadena area to serve our community with minor repairs, light construction, painting, clean-up, yard work, and basic landscaping.
You can register at Peace by filling in a form or going online athttp://www.pasadenafaithinaction.com and download the form and send it to our church office.
The cost is $10 and will include a lunch and t-shirt. The work should be completed in the afternoon.
We are encouraging families to serve together. Youth can also serve, but they will need an adult sponsor.
Also, if you know of any home owner in need of any of the above work around their home, please contact the church office for an application.
Midweek Bible Study, "Respecting our Neighbor's Faith"
On Wednesday mornings, Pastor Tart is leading the Wednesday Bible Study group with a overview study of the other denominations and religions. The study should continue well into May. Feel free to come on any Wednesday from 10-11:30. We always have a great time together. (Once a month we take a break for the Senior Fellowship Wednesday.)
Pastoral Care Notes
Hospitalized:
Ruth Petty, Patients
Cindy Smith, Methodist
Ruby Skoog, Clear Lake Regional
Jason Elliott continues his treatment for cancer.
Notes From the Treasurer
General Operating Fund deposits February 7th through February 21th
2-7-10 $11,548.75
2-14-10 $10,491.63
2-21-10 $8,948.65
The above amount for February 14th , 2010 includes three Simply
Givings from February 7th , February 14th and February 15th.
To meet our budgeted income, we need $10,673.00 a week.
For February, we have a total of $30,989.03 actual income.
The estimated income for the third week of February is $32,019. We
are under our budgeted income by $1,029.97.
Designated deposits for January 3rd through February 21th
Memorial Fund $1830
Pasadena Community Ministries $735.34
Souper Bowl $454.70
Youth Expense $25.29
Adult Education $20
Sheet Music $200
Haiti Relief Fund $1,340
Habitat for Humanity $685
Youth Mission Trip $30
Lutherhill Camp Registration $85
Loose Offering $1395.48
Sunday School $94.66
Fair Trade Coffee $120
Pony Express $460
Wedding Deposit $350
See you Sunday!
Pastor Tart
Holy Week Help Needed
The Maundy Thursday worship service on April 1st will include the rite of foot washing. We will need 12 volunteers (children and adults) to participate. If you would be interested, please call Jan Woodard at (713) 206-7132, or the church office.
Graduating Seniors
Do you have a child or relative who is a member here at Peace Lutheran and is graduating from High School in May, 2010? Please call the church office or email Judy as soon as possible with their name, name of high school and where they will be attending college so that they can be honored at our High School Recognition Sunday on May 2nd.
50+ Bus Trip For March
On April 8th, it is off to Chappell Hill, Texas to see the beautiful bluebonnets. While in Chappell Hill you can shop at several of the stores along a wooden sidewalk. Pick up time at Peace will be at 8:00 a.m. Cost of the trip: Free + Lunch money + Program donation ($3.00). For more information on the trip, times of departures, and prices, please call Virginia Rodriguez (281) 487-4961 or Judy Speck (281) 470-0407. 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.
Creative Hands Ministry
We are looking for a blue plastic utility tote that has acrylic paints that the Creative Hands need for their upcoming classes. If you borrowed the paints please, please bring it back. If we cannot locate the paints we will have to re-purchase.
Monday, March 8th, 9:30 am: The Creative Hands group will meet upstairs to work on Easter Cards and hopefully start on the gift bags for the Krause Center. We will not do a personal project as time is short to get the cards and gift bags put together.
Come and Zentangle and Zendoodle Creative Hands Night Group will meet on Tuesday, March 16 at 6:30 pm. Cost is $2.00. This is fun and relaxing art. We can doodle and doodle; now let’s ZenDoodle. We will have a fun time and your surface will be furnished. We will also finish our crosses from the February Night group, and another cross will be available to those that took the class. You may want to Zentangle or ZenDoodle your cross. Bring a fine point permanent pen if you have one. I will have some extras.
A sign up sheet is on the table in narthex. This is just to get an idea of how many surfaces/supplies we need. Refreshments will be served
Please continue to save your used ink and toners. They help with the some of the expenses for the carding projects.
PCM Food Drive on Sunday
On the first Sunday of each month we collect donations of non-perishable food items for Pasadena Community Ministries. Remember, we are challenging each family to donate cereal and jelly in addition to other pantry items. The pantry items will be delivered on Tuesday. There is a cabinet in the hallway by the Fellowship Hall for your donations.
The Krause Center
We are still collecting items for the teens at the Krause Center (Lutheran Social Services). Each girl's package and each boy's package will be alike. The Center always has 30 girls and 30 boys. We still need some of each of these items and we do thank those that have donated. They will be assembled and mailed in time for Easter.
Items need: Ladies Size Fun Socks, Men's' size sport socks, decks of cards, beanie babies size plush toys, travel size deodorants & toiletries, and chapsticks. There is a basket under the WOP table in the Narthex for your donations.
The Krause Center also needs formal wear for their annual prom. This is a very special event for the teens. The dresses need to be in good taste, current styles and gently worn. If you have a prom dress that you are willing to part with they will be greatly appreciated. Sherri & Jany will deliver these around the third week in April.
TX/LA Gulf Coast Synod Women of the ELCA Circle of Blessings Retreat March 12–14, 2010 Lutherhill Ministries
Please join your sisters in Christ as we clean, plant, paint and straighten up items around Lutherhill. This will be a Synodical Women’s Service event. Space is LIMITED so you need to get your registration form and fee in early!
Friday night will be a Bible study, dinner and fellowship. Saturday morning breakfast will be a gathering meeting and schedules of improvement details will be given to each of us. Sunday we will close with a worship service and if you want to continue to work you can, or finish the project you started on Saturday.
The Circle of Blessings represents the colors of the rainbow and a brief description of each. They are open to your own interpretation, but for this weekend they represent the friendships (yellow) that we have formed, the patience (orange) that we have with each other, the love (red) we have for our family and friends, the peace (blue) that is given to us by our Father, the courage (green) we have to step out of our comfort zones, the compassion (indigo) we show one another, and the forgiveness (purple) that we all receive from our Lord Jesus Christ and that we in return give to each other.
Registration forms can be found on the back table in the narthex, so don’t be late. Register now!
Join Us At Camp!
The time is here to begin registering for summer camp at Camp Lutherhill in La Grange. Summer camp plays an important role in a child’s spiritual formation. We hope that you will make every effort for your child to attend. Summers can be busy with activities, but this opportunity for your child’s growth in faith is important. Scholarships are available if needed. (Please contact Pastor Tart personally.)
2nd through 5th Graders: The dates for 2nd through 5th graders are July 18-23. You can attend other weeks if you desire, of course. The 2nd and 3rd graders will only be attending Sunday-Wednesday.
Confirmation Students: Dates for confirmation students are set for July 11-16. Attending summer camp is part of the confirmation experience.
Registration forms are available on the table in the narthex, or you can go to www.lutherhill.org and register this week. Forms should be turned into Pastor Tart or the church office as soon as possible. Either Pastor Tart or the new youth minister will be attending with them.
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