REFLECTIONS. OUR MISSION To welcome and lead all to Christ

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1 REFLECTIONS Lutheran Church of the Resurrection 525 Minutemen Causeway, Cocoa Beach, FL Phone: (321) Website: Follow us on Facebook October 2018 OUR MISSION To welcome and lead all to Christ

2 Dear Members and Friends of LCR, October is the month, if we ever lived up north, that we looked forward to brilliant fall colors adorning the trees. It was that magical time that we could admire their beauty, before they fell to earth and made work for us! It s a time, at least up there, when things begin to cool off. The evening breeze is crisp and we find ourselves wrapping a sweater around our shoulders. Here in Florida, we might put on socks! October also brings one of the most popular holidays of our time: Halloween. Growing up, my siblings and I always went trick-or-treating, and when we got home we were greeted by sticky candy apples served on special placemats that featured the image of a scary witch. It was all in good fun. And, as followers of Christ, victors with him over sin and death, we can enjoy this holiday without guilt. I remember my father donning a ghoul mask while wearing his clerics! I remember asking him if that was appropriate. He told me, Sure, the devil has been defeated! His comparison (you can get a sense of when I was young) was that if you wear a Richard Nixon Halloween mask, you re not honoring him, but mocking him. The devil can still cause us trouble, but he can t snatch us away from God. Make fun of Satan, he s the ultimate loser! Of course, we make a mistake when we dismiss the power of evil, but we also make a mistake when we take it too seriously. As Christians we proclaim Christ as victor over all the forces of evil. We also remember how the church long ago reinterpreted Halloween in light of Christ s victory. The name of the holiday itself comes from All Hallows Eve, the evening before All Saints Day. It was a day to visit the resting place of loved ones and to light candles on their graves. You can guess what the light of the candle symbolized: eternal life. As we trust in Christ, our future is assured. We will be taken to the place in heaven he has prepared for us (John 14:1-7). So, if God is for us, who can be against us? Who can separate us from the love of Christ and his plan for us? (Romans 8) answer: no one. So, cling to Christ and fear not! Pastor Jay

3 Council Members Dr. Michael Miller, President Jim Stark, Vice-President Ann Fosburr, Secretary Jenn Billingham, Fellowship Alfred Domschke, Property Angelika Domschke, Worship Bill Bond, Stewardship Marilyn Sorenson, Social Ministry Kathy Lueders, Evangelism Christian Education Debbie Rescott, Treasurer (Advisor) Michelle Davis, Financial Sec. (Advisor) The Church Council meeting was held on September 11th and here are some highlights of discussions and decisions. The meeting began with a devotion and prayer offered by the pastor. Minutes of the last meeting were reviewed, corrected and approved. - Pastor s report the reception of new members was delayed until October 13 th and 14 th. - Treasurer s report - $226,069 has been given toward the operating budget thus far this year. When asked whether that was covering expenses, Debbie assured us that it is. A full report is posted in the fellowship hall or available by mail upon request. - Evangelism Ann read Kathy s report. October and seasonal adds are being worked on. New directional signage is being designed and will soon be installed. Thanks to secretary, Sherry Farrell, for the design of the Children s Church yard signs. Church pens will soon be ordered to be clipped to the new pew cards. Worship Choir practice resumed on September 5 th, bells on September 10 th. December 16 th has been set as the date for the Christmas concert. Fellowship The small brown door leading into the kitchen will be kept locked on Sundays. A dangerous situation has been created as people move through the crowded kitchen to exit the fellowship hall. There are plenty of open spaces on the sign-up sheet to sponsor fellowship time. Pastor said that he will pass the sheet around during fellowship and ask for volunteers. Planning is underway for Homecoming Sunday. Social Ministry Four to eight bikes are given away each Saturday that the bike ministry is open. Many more are repaired. A volunteer is needed in the pantry on the 2 nd and 3 rd Saturdays of each month. The annual pantry Christmas party will be held Sunday, December 23 rd, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. The most popular gifts given out at last year s event were flashlights and playing cards. The doors on the pantry need to be replaced. Property Committee will get a bid from Home Depot to purchase and install. Another installer was recommended by a council member. Property Light fixtures were converted to LEDs. Faucet will be replaced in the sacristy. Old Business - Roof Update the roof was measured on Monday the 10 th and work is set to begin on the 17 th. - Windows in the food pantry it was suggested that instead of bricking in the old wall AC openings that impact glass be installed. Council was in favor of that idea. -Sanctuary lighting Alfred shared the contact information for a church lighting company with an office in Merritt Island. He will gather together a committee to determine what is available and the best options for LCR. Pastor Jay will reach out to the synod office to see if they have any suggestions. Continued on next page.

4 Continued from previous page. -AC repairs in the Ministry Center. Two units have been replaced and two were repaired. Future work will be needed as the two repaired and the unit in the loft are leaking coolant. New Business - It was suggested that the term for treasurer be returned to a 3 year term. Council will consider and decide at the next meeting. - The Nominating Committee reported nominees have been found for positions opening at the end of the year. A list of nominees was presented to the council for approval. - Committee chairs were asked to have their budgets prepared by the next council meeting. - A request was made to have a reception following the Christmas Concert on December 16 th. It was explained that such a reception leads to a very late night for the Fellowship Chair (after an early morning). Options, including holding the concert earlier in the day, will be considered. - For All Saints/Homecoming Sunday one service will be held at 10:00 a.m. followed by a reception and a congregational meeting. - The Evangelism Committee asked for input on the color for new t-shirts for the church. The council recommended that we stay with the green of the last batch. - A request was received to use the Community Room for a QiGong Tai Chi class. Council approved. - Once again this year, UPS asked if they could place a season POD on church property. Council approved. October Birthday 10/2 Jennifer Kirkpatrick 10/5 Lily Fosburr 10/7 Pete Godke Tim Karbler 10/8 Jean Heil 10/12 Jim Schneider 10/14 Emma Horne 10/15 Sarah Ott 10/16 Rick Kniseley 10/17 Kelsey Einboden 10/18 Carol Geiger Lisa McCann 10/19 Pat Bender 10/21 Cheryl Kemppanion 10/22 Rick Janke 10/23 Carol Dieruff 10/24 Phyllis Dannecker 10/31 Kara Wells October Anniversaries 10/2 David & Doris Kee 10/7 Gary & Alice Schneck John & Nancy Zastawney 10/11 Mitch & Jennifer Kirkpatrick 10/19 Jeremy Horne & Kathy Lueders-Horne 10/24 Gregg & Christy Galzerano 10/26 Denny & Debbie Fichthorn

5 The Saturday morning work crew keeps our property safe and beautiful. The time of service runs from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. If you would like to help out, just show up at the maintenance shed on the west side of our property. The morning concludes with donuts and coffee. You may also do tasks on your own schedule just call the office for details. Thanks! Open Invitation to Join Our Prayer Chain: The Prayer Chain is an excellent way for you to serve those in need, by praying for them. The duty of a Prayer Chain member is simply to converse with God on behalf of the person the prayer is requested for, and pass on the request to the next person on your Prayer Chain List. If interested please call Marge Hinds through the church office. Healing prayers with the laying on of hands and anointing is held immediately following 10:00 am worship on the third Sunday of the month for October. Ladies Fellowship will resume on Thursday, October 4th at 9:00 am. Please plan to meet us at Southern Charm Cafe at 8501 Astronaut Blvd., Port Canaveral to get reacquainted. All women of the church are invited, bring a friend! Please Libby VanZino at 3eatpraylove@gmail.com to RSVP or if you have questions. Resurrection at the Beach Clean-up. On October 27th the Resurrection at the Beach Clean up will be held from 8:00 until 10:00 a.m. This beach clean-up meets the 4th Saturday of every month. We begin at the Minuteman Causeway beach access (near the tikis). Buckets, grabbers, and gloves are provided. Service hours also can be earned with this project. If you have any questions please contact Bob Whittle through the church office. Almost High Noon Knitting: The Prayer Shawl Ministry will be held on Sunday, October 7th at 10:00 am in the Ministry Center. with their Almost High Noon Knitting instructional class. Contact Lynn Gray or the church office with any questions. Eat, Pray, Love! Women s Fellowship Group will be meeting on the following dates for the rest of October 25th, November 15th, and December 20th. We will be meeting in the Ministry Center Break room at 9:00. Coffee will be brewing. We will be discussing, It s Good To Be Queen: Becoming as Bold, Gracious and Wise as the Queen of Sheba, by Liz Curtis Higgs. The book is available at Amazon. If you would like me to order you a copy, please let me know. They are $14.99 plus tax. It is a paperback. You may pay me with a check or cash, Libby VanZino I can be reached at through the church office or 3eatpraylove@gmail.com. Connections There is no Juice n Java date for Connections in October.

6 SEPTEMBER MINISTRY CENTER EVENTS Compassionate Friends Tuesday, October 2nd A Special Occasion Music-Music Lessons Afternoons-By Appointment Greeting Card Ministry Saturday, October 20th J-Walkers Youth Group Sunday, October 7th (12:00 pm) Confirmation Review Friday, October 12th (7:00 pm) Confirmation Final Review & Dinner Saturday, October 20th (10:00 am to noon) Burger Bash Sunday, October 28th (11:00 am) Confirmation EFSC Lab School Tuesday, October 9th & 23rd Wednesday, October 10th Eat, Pray, Love Women s Fellowship Group Thursdays, October 25th Location: Community Room Contact: Church Office 6:00 p.m. Location: Ministry Center Contact: Joe & Lynn Gray Location: Ministry Center Contact: Heather Sisson/Church office 10:00 am Location: Ministry Center Contact: Sarah Davis Location: Ministry Center Community Room 6:30 pm Location: Ministry Center Contact: Libby VanZino 9:00 am Tiger Scouts & Weblos Location: Ministry Center-Rm #3 Wednesdays, October 10th & 24th Contact: Church Office Thursdays, October 11th & 25th 6:00 pm Women s Monday Morning Bible Study Mondays, October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, & 29th Location: Breakroom Contact: Marge Hinds 10:00 am Almost High Noon Knitting Location: Ministry Center-Rm #3 Sunday, October 7th Contact: Lynn Hughes 10:00 am Girl Scouts Locations: Ministry Center-Rm #3 Tuesday, October 2nd, 16th & 30th Contact: Church Office 6:00 pm

7 SOCIAL MINISTRIES AT LCR Food Pantry: The featured items for the Food Pantry are listed below: (Please bring them to the shopping cart in the Sanctuary or basket in the Fellowship Hall) 10/7 - Peanut Butter 10/14 - Spam 10/21 - Pasta Sauce 10/28 - Pasta Thank you for your gifts and would love to boost this month s donation. We are in need of razors, deodorant, bug spray, sunscreen and toothpaste. Please give from the heart. PANTRY HOURS: The first 4 Saturdays of each month from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. BIKE MINISTRY: 2nd and 3rd Saturday of every month. 10:00-12:00 noon. LCR does not accept clothing donations: If you have clothing donations we suggest Cocoa Beach Community Church Thrift Shop. Laundry Ministry - You will notice that laundry small change receptacles have been removed from the church narthex and fellowship hall. That is because of your generosity. We have funds necessary to do the laundry of our pantry clients. We re going to take a break for a few months. Thanks for your generosity! LCR is doing GREAT things! Thank you for your financial support now, but have you thought about leaving a legacy in your will after you leave this world? Contact your financial consultant or church office for ideas. If you would like Resurrection to be remembered after you go to be with the Lord, be sure to name us in your will. Sadly, we ve seen survivors not honor the known wishes of the deceased. Its hard to imagine, but it happens. Thank you!

8 Saturday, October 20 th - SAVE THE DATE for Living Green Field Trip 10 Join us for Living Green s next field trip with Good Natured River Tours as we tour the Indian River and Banana River aboard a 45-ft boat with both indoor and outdoor seating (and a clean restroom) while the captain shares the history and natural beauty of the area as we listen to Caribbean music. A dolphin encounter and manatee sightings are common on this tour. Go to online or call (321) for tickets which are $34 each for a 2-hr tour (reduced rates for children). Discount tickets may also be purchased at These tours fill up fast; the only tour available on 10/20 at the present time leaves at noon. Date/time of our tour may need to be adjusted as needed ( DianeStees@cfl.rr.com to check on final field trip date and time). We will dine after the tour at Grills Riverside in Melbourne next door--just north of the Pineda Causeway on US 1. If you miss this one, more field trips are coming! Upcoming Events Saturday, October 6 th Flotsam in Florida, 10 am 4 pm, Cocoa Beach Public Library. Curtis C. Ebbesmeyer, author of Flotsametrics and the Floating World and editor of The Beachcombers' Alert newsletter, will be at the library to present Flotsam in Florida, a lecture and slide show highlighting the origins of flotsam stranded along Eastern Florida from Miami to Cape Canaveral. Copies of the book and newsletter will be available for signing. Beachcombers are encouraged to bring beach treasures for possible inclusion in future Beachcombers' Alerts. The talk begins at 12 pm, and tables of flotsam will be on display all day. Stop by and share your beachcombing finds. Saturday, October 13 th 9 th Annual Landscaping With Florida Natives Tour, 10 am 4 pm, South Brevard. The Conradina Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society has five residential yards and two public facilities available for you to tour and learn about Florida native plants. Sites are located in Satellite Beach, Indialantic, Melbourne and Palm Bay. Native plants are important to preserve our wildlife, pollinators and local heritage as well as requiring much less maintenance, water, and fertilizer which benefits our local environment and the Indian River Lagoon. Purchase tickets at and a color brochure is ed to you within hours. Or pick up your tour book at Maple Street Natives Nursery on Fridays or Saturdays at 7619 Henry Ave, W. Melbourne, Fl Call if you have questions. Saturday, October 27 th - LCR Beach Cleanup, 8-10 am. Meet at the tall tikis at the end of Minutemen Causeway. Gloves, litter grabbers and buckets provided. Contact Bob Whittle through the church office or bigwhit72@yahoo.com for more information. If you are interested in future field trip plans, community events and other items of interest to Living Green, DianeStees@cfl.rr.com to be added to the Living Green distribution list.

9 Have you thought of joining our congregation? We d love to welcome you as an official member of Resurrection! If you are new to Lutheranism, Pastor Jay would be happy to discuss with you the unique features of Lutheran Christianity (a Christ-focused faith, founded and built on the Grace of God). We will be welcoming new members on Saturday, October 13th and Sunday, October 14th. Please let Pastor Jay know if you are interested in joining. SHIRT SIGN-UP! We are ordering shirts again and need an understanding of the shirt sizes we should be ordering. Please sign up on the sign up sheets in the narthex. We will have shirts for pick up. Wear your LCR shirt out and about during the day, or during LCR volunteer activities. These shirts will be made available at no cost to you, we simply need to know what size you would like us to order for you. Show LCR folks in action! LCR S Annual PET BLESSING Saturday, October 13th at 10:00 a.m. (under the trees on the east side of the property) Please bring your pet on a leash or in a pet carrier. Pet and human treats will be provided! (Please bring your own treats if your pet is other than a cat or dog) Resurrection Lutheran Church 525 Minutemen Cswy. Cocoa Beach, FL Website:

10 OCTOBER J-WALKER S NEWS! Sunday, October 7th (12:00 p.m.) Confirmation Review First and second year confirmation students will be meeting with Pastor Jay and Sarah after the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service in the Ministry Center breakroom to review what they learned over the past year. Friday, October 12th (7:00 p.m.) Confirmation Final Review and Dinner Second year confirmation students will be meeting at Pastor Jay and Lisa s house for a final review and dinner. Youth will also receive their confirmation capes this evening! Parent are welcome to stay if they choose. Saturday, October 20th (10:00 a.m. to Noon) J-Walker s Burger Bash Come out to serve lunch to our homeless friends and get service hours while you help! We need more youth to attend this event, so please plan to attend and make a difference in our community. We meet under the trees near the Ministry Center. Sunday, October 28th (11:00 a.m. Worship) Confirmation Youth: Please arrive by 10:30 a.m. with your confirmation cape! One of our youth has completed her catechetical studies and will be confirmed by Affirmation of Baptism on Reformation Sunday. This student has learned about Holy Baptism, The Lord s Supper, Confession, along with the Apostle s Creed, the Ten Commandments, and the Lord s Prayer. She has also completed a Bible Survey and is ready to be an adult member of the congregation! Affirmation of Baptism simply means saying yes to what God has already done. She will promise to continue in the covenant God made with her in Baptism - to live her life as his child. The student being confirmed in faith - Michelle Kirkpatrick. For your information: J-Walkers Instagram:

11 ALL SAINTS / HOMECOMING LUNCHEON There will be only one worship service at 10:00 a.m. on November 4th. Luncheon begins at 11:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall Meat and Drinks will be provided. There will be a sheet in the Fellowship Hall for you to sign up to bring your favorite side dishes. A brief congregational meeting will also be held (be sure to bring your proposed 2019 budget). Evangelism Thank you to my committee members, Libby VanZino and Nathan Montgomery for continuing to come up with new ways to get the word out about our church. Libby continues to push content on Facebook, letting people know the great things we are doing at LCR. Periodically check out the Facebook page and add comments about what LCR means to you on the page. Facebook is s great platform for us to show who we are at LCR. In addition, Nathan Montgomery has been working with Dee Galbreath to slightly refresh our website. Dee has done a great job with the website and Nathan is coming on to help with updating it. Please let Nathan or Libby know when there is new activities or pictures to add to our social media sites. In addition, don't forget Ruth Bleakley's ongoing campaign to create interest in our church through reviews on social media. Please keep the ideas and content coming. If you have new pictures, information, activities, or anything you think will help connect us together at LCR or into the community, we would love to hear about it. God bless you all, Kathy. Lekjhorne@gmail.com.

12 NEWS FROM SOCIAL MINISTRIES In the past, with help from Elaine at the First Christian Church of Cocoa Beach, and you, people of LCR, we have provided Thanksgiving bags to families in need. Each bag includes food for a family of 4 and a $20.00 Publix or Walmart gift card given by members of LCR. We will need 12 each of these gift cards for Thanksgiving and 12 for Christmas. We hope to have containers ready by mid-october for your donations for the coming holidays. Thank you for your help. Each year we celebrate with our Pantry and homeless Friends with a dinner and gifts. We will also need donations for 25 each being $20.00 for gifts for our homeless friends. We will purchase the gifts which will be the same as last year. These will be distributed at our Christmas party and dinner.