Concordia Lutheran. Church. January Time

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1 Concordia Lutheran "The wind blows where it wills..." John 3:8 Church January 2019 N W 3705 Harwood Rd., Bedford, TX Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Pastor: Rev Mark Lasch Office Phone: Sunday 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Time Hang on to your hat by this time next year 1990 will have been 30 years ago. When I hear someone say 30 years ago I think their talking about the 70 s! Where does the time go? We have a tendency to think very linearly, simply going from one day to the next, stacking up our today s and tomorrows and putting them into a file we call a year. Our eternal God thinks differently about time. When Jesus talked about time He would say things like, My time has not yet come, or Now is the time for the Son of Man to be glorified. Occasionally He would say things like, Do not worry about tomorrow, for each day has enough trouble of its own. For Jesus time was noted for its significance, not simply for its chronology. We have an element of this in our thinking. If I were to say that September 11 th is an important day for us to remember, you would know that I was not simply referring to the day after the 10 th and before the 12 th. Instead you would recall the horrific events in New York City, Washington DC, and flight 93. Sometimes we note time not for its chronology, but for its significance. That is how God views our days. Every day is an opportunity to draw closer to Him. Whether that be through prayer, the study of Scripture, or the experience we have in life, God walks with us in our journey and has provided you this day for a reason. Today is significant. Tomorrow, significant significant. At this point in the New Year resolve still dominates our decisions. I will eat better. I will exercise more. I will be kinder to others. I will do better in school all of these are good goals, but alone will be meaningless, as Solomon might say. But goals coupled with the motivation that today and everything in it comes from Him That could make 2019 our best year yet! May you view each day this year in its significance! Welcome 2019 but especially welcome the One who gave it to you. E S

2 t - Financial Peace University At Concordia Class Begins January 14, 2019 at 7PM Class will be coordinated by John & Heather Finder. To register for the class go to: If you have questions please reach out to John or Heather. Hope to see you there! Concordia s Prayer Chain Group Are you aware that Concordia has a Prayer Chain Group? If you aren t on this list and would like to be, please Katy-Roy Rosar at misskatyrr@yahoo.com and she will add you to her Prayer Chain master list. When one is in need of special prayers and would like the prayer chain members to include them in their prayers, please let Katy know your wishes and she will see that a prayer request goes out to the group. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.) Philippians 4:6 says, Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. From the Board of Christian Education... December has been a busy month for the Sunday school children and teachers at Concordia! Christmas Pageant Concordia s Children s Christmas Pageant was once again a huge success! The Children had such a great time putting on their annual pageant for the congregation. They worked so very hard to prepare with practices every Saturday for four weeks in a row. We thank everyone who attended and supported all of the wonderful children who participated. We would like to give a special thank you as well to all of the adults who helped us make this years pageant a success. Thank you to Crystal Schrader and Mele Masalosalo for handling all of the children s costumes. Thank you to Katy Randermann and Ulana Ratley for helping direct the pageant and preparing the children. Thank you to Sam Cracchiolo, and Robert Holley for providing sound and projection support. Thank You to our two narrators Noe Hoffmann and Mary Webster. Thank You to Sherry Harlass for photographing our pageant this year (parents if you would like access to the pictures Sherry took please contact Heather). Thank you to Mase Masalosalo, Kalei Masalosalo, and Aaron Schrader for both the design and the construction of our incredible set. It truly transformed Concordia s sanctuary into that very special time and place in Bethlehem. And last but not least thank you to all of the parents for brining your children to our many practices and having them participate in this very special event. Concordia Christmas Corner Store The Children got to visit the Concordia Corner Christmas Store on December 9. The children had opportunity to use the Mouse Bucks that they have earned over the last few months to tithe, and to purchase gifts for their friends and family for Christmas! There was much joy for the kids to be able to pick out fun little gifts and wrap them in their class rooms so that they could make sure there was no peaking! Remember Mouse bucks can be purchased any time by seeing Heather. We encourage members to keep a few on hand to give to children of the congregation when you spot them behaving in ways that are exceptionally kind or helpful or any other way that you think displays their heart for Jesus. Children s Christmas Goodie Bags Thank you to everyone who made donations of goodies for the children s Christmas eve goodie bags. We were able to create 60 bags this year. The treats were handed out on Christmas eve at both the 5:00pm and service and brought giant smiles to many Children!

3 Concordia Secret Prayer Pal Reveal Party! Were you a secret Prayer Pal this year? If you were please join us Saturday January 5 at 12:00pm in fellowship hall Find out who your secret prayer pal was this year! Special Voter s Assembly Concordia Will have a special Voter s assembly on Sunday January 6 at 10:00am In Fellowship hall. The purpose of this specially assembly will be to discuss and approve the use of professional capital campaign services for our building needs. We will be having a potluck lunch so please bring your favorite dish to share! Concordia s Sunshine Care Club Group Just in case you didn t know and would like to be a part of Concordia s Sunshine Care Club, here is some information regarding what we do. The club list is maintained by Katy Roy-Rosar and she is the contact for this list. When one of our members is in need of help with food due to illnesses or family emergencies, we are here for you. Please make your need known to Pastor Mark or Heather Finder. What we primarily do is provide food for sick folks that are not able to get out of their house that has no one to help them. We also provide food for memorial services for our members if it is their wish. Once Katy gets a call to provide meals/snacks, she will send an message to her list of Sunshine Club members asking for food and will co-ordinate meals to be brought into one s home until they are able to get around. Katy will always make contact with the person in need to make sure they have no food allergies or dislikes. If you would like to volunteer to be a member of this club, please see the signup sheet on the bulletin board in the hallway at church. If you are on this list and wish to be removed, please let Katy know or you can her at misskatyrr@yahoo.com.

4 Lay Ministers 27th annual Chili Cook-off Join us for Concordia Lutheran s 27th Annual Lay Ministers Chili Cook-off on Sunday January 27. We will gather in fellowship hall immediately following the 11:000 a.m. blended worship service. Feast on bowls of delicious chili prepared by our own Lay Ministers for your enjoyment and judging. After you have tried them all cast your vote for your favorite. The Lay Minister whose chili is voted the best will receive a trophy and bragging rights. He must also share his winning recipe with the congregation. There will also be a congregation cook off so make plans now to bring your best pot of chili and join the competition. More details will be presented in the coming weeks. So please worship with us on January 27 and then join us for lots of fellowship, fun and chili. All you need to bring is your appetite. Hope to see you there!! 5th annual Congregation Dessert Cook-Off Join us for an exciting event the 5th annual congregation dessert cook-off. All members of the congregation are invited to join in the competition. This event will take place together with our annual lay minister s chili cook-off. Bring your best homemade dessert on January 27. The online rule is it must be homemade by you. After everyone has sampled the many delicious desserts they will vote for their favorite. At the end of the event the votes will be tallied, the winner will be announced and a prize will be awarded. The winner must share their winning recipe with the congregation. So please worship with us on January 27 and join us for lots of chili, delicious desserts, and great fellowship! Chili Cook-Off BoLM Winners 2019????? 2018 John Finder 2017 Russell Andrews 2016 Mase Masalsalo 2015 Mase Masalosalo 2014 Mase Masalosalo 2013 Mase Masalosalo 2012 Bruce Nelson 2011 Bruce Nelson 2010 Mase Masalosalo 2009 Michael McWithey 2008 Paul Moeller 2007 Kelly Westphal 2006 Robert Holley 2005 Bruce Nelson 2004 Robert Holley 2003 Robert Holley 2002 Bruce Nelson 2001 Bruce Nelson 2000 Bruce Nelson 1999 Bruce Nelson 1998 Paul Moeller 1997 ( no contest ) 1996 Bruce Nelson 1995 David Fojtasek 1994 Bruce Nelson 1993 Bruce Nelson 1992 Bruce Nelson The staff at Concordia and I are overwhelmed by the generosity and continued support of our members! We are so very grateful for the Christmas gift and for the continued prayers you have given and offered on our behalf. We are blessed in serving you. Thank you for the love you have given to us! May God continue to bless us in the New Year with His grace as we love one another in His name! Pastor Mark, Heather, Ruth, and Tanya

5 Serving Concordia in January LAY MINISTERS: Mike Eskew and Justin Randermann LAY READERS January 6 Gail Shepperd January 13 Dick Lasch January 20 Jeanice Gerlikovski January 27 Kathy Nelson JANUARY USHERS Traditional JoAnn Truelock TBA Contemporary Monica Lindquist Edzel Gattoc N.E.E.D. Needs January 6: Canned meat (tuna, spam, etc.), Hamburger Helper, Canned Vegetables, Toothpaste, and Deoderant. January 13: Peanut Butter & Jelly, Rotel, Refried Beans, and Toilet Paper January 20: Canned Vegetables & Fruits, Condiments (Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, BBQ Sauce), and Razors. January 27: Canned Tomatoes, Pasta, Rice, Beans, And Feminine Products. JANUARY ANNIVERSARIES JANUARY BIRTHDAYS 1 Patrick Foeday 4 Ronald Smith Sr. 10 Shirley Brady 11 Linda Provence 12 Emma Gattoc 14 Lorene Bush 18 Melissa Gattoc 20 Walt Zeller 21 Katy Rosar 22 Brendon Carroll 22 Christine Cracchiolo 22 Joel Lozzi 23 Aaliyah Hoffmann 25 Istvan Szucs 28 Dewitt Weaver 6 Michael and Rachel Stevenson If we missed your important date please let us know so we can have it for next year.

6 January 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Important January Sundays 6 Voter s Assembly 6 Un-hanging of the green 27 Chili Cook-off :00pm Prayer Pal Reveal Party 6 9:00am Traditional 10:00 am Voter s Assembly 11:00 am Contemporary 9:00am Traditional 10:00 am Sunday School 11:00 am Contemporary 20 9:00am Traditional 10:00 am Sunday School 11:00 am Contemporary :00 am Sunday School 11:00 am Blended 12:00pm Chili Cook-off Financial Peace University Financial Peace University Financial Peace University Board of Christian Education 10am & 7pmAdult Bible Study 6:30pm Confirmation Class 10am & 7pmAdult Bible Study 6:30pm Confirmation Class 10am & 7pmAdult Bible Study 6:30pm Confirmation Class 10am & 7pmAdult Bible Study 6:30pm Confirmation Class Church Council

7 Children s Christmas Pageant 2018

8 Concordia Lutheran Church 3705 Harwood Road Bedford, Texas RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED The Windsock is a monthly publication of Concordia Lutheran Church, 3705 Harwood Road, Bedford, Texas entered as third class mail at the Bedford, Texas post office under permit number 37 as a non-profit organization. Staff Editor: Rev. Mark Lasch Publication Manager: Heather Finder Director of Distribution: Bruce Nelson Internet Webmaster: Heather Finder Cartoonist: Richard Hlad Concordia Lutheran Church 3705 Harwood Road Bedford, Texas Phone: (817) Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. OUR MISSION AT CONCORDIA Living joyfully in friendship, love and ministry Openly reaching out with the Gospel Visibly sharing the life of Christ through Word & Sacrament Encouraging spiritual growth and development SHARING GOD S LOVE & TOUCHING PEOPLE S LIVES