If There Is a Theme. Next Week s Scripture Readings. Amos 7:7-15, p. 748 Psalm 85:8-13, p. 473 Ephesians 1:3-14, p. 949 Mark 6: 14-29, p.

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Adam and Eve, barely clad in fig leaves, hear the Lord God, creator of the heavens and the earth, walking in the Garden of Eden in an evening breeze (Gen. 3:8).

Three unexpected visitors appear at Abraham s tent and stay for a dinnertime birth announcement that sets old lady Sarah laughing. One of the visitors was the Lord (Gen. 18:1-15).

1 Next Week s Scripture Readings Amos 7:7-15, p. 748 Psalm 85:8-13, p. 473 Ephesians 1:3-14, p. 949 Mark 6: 14-29, p. 817 If There Is a Theme If any theme is consistent in the New Testament it is this: to know Jesus is to know God. The mystery of God near us begins in the first books of the Bible. Adam and Eve, barely clad in fig leaves, hear the Lord God, creator of the heavens and the earth, walking in the Garden of Eden in an evening breeze (Gen. 3:8). Jacob, on the way to an uncertain reunion with his cheated brother, Esau, wrestles all night with an unnamed man. At dawn, Jacob says of him, I have seen God face to face (Gen. 32:30). Three unexpected visitors appear at Abraham s tent and stay for a dinnertime birth announcement that sets old lady Sarah laughing. One of the visitors was the Lord (Gen. 18:1-15). Moses faced a hidden God in the flames of a burning bush at Horeb (Exod. 3:1-6). And it goes on like that through the pages of scripture; curious revelations and partial glimpses of God, until... Jesus goes home. There, the way he teaches and the deeds of godlike power at first astound, but then quickly offend, the people. From the moment when a baby cried in a pile of Bethlehem straw and shabby shepherds ran to make known what they had seen, until the moment a withering body, nailed to a cross, cried out one last time and a Roman soldier shuddered with the recognition that Truly this man was God s Son! (Mark 15:39), the face of Jesus has scrambled and scandalized all the refined and suitable images of God. If any theme is consistent in the New Testament it is this: we meet the extraordinary God in the ordinariness of Jesus, whose power is made perfect in weakness, who is the great I AM, always the I-will-be-who-I-will-be God.

Celebrating Our Faith Journey Together 2 If you re visiting with us, we hope you... Relax and enjoy yourself. We re a come as you are kind of church.

Please fill out the Connection Card tear-off on the bulletin insert, check visitor and drop it in the offering plate, or give it to an usher.

Coffee Fellowship Opportunities Fellowship Hall, Downtown campus, following 9:00 worship During 10:30 worship, South campus 9:00 Sunday Worship Ushers Reader Marlene

6:00 Wednesday Worship If you are in need of a Bible, or you know someone who needs the Word of God, please feel free to take a black Bible. Pass on the Word!

Located in the lobby. Help us keep your contact info up-to-date.

Join our closed* Facebook group to receive updated information on activities and exciting things happening at Faith Journey! https://www.facebook.com/ groups/faithlutheran.

8255 Communion Assistant Sharon Schacher Suicide Awareness and Older Adults Did you know statistics indicate older adults are dying by suicide 4-5 times the rate of

2 Celebrating Our Faith Journey Together 2 If you re visiting with us, we hope you... Relax and enjoy yourself. We re a come as you are kind of church. So enjoy yourself and participate in our worship experience at a level that feels comfortable to you. Make a connection. We d love to stay connected with you. Please fill out the Connection Card tear-off on the bulletin insert, check visitor and drop it in the offering plate, or give it to an usher. If you have questions, the ushers are happy to assist you. If it is uncomfortable for you to stand during worship, please feel free to remain seated. Coffee Fellowship Opportunities Fellowship Hall, Downtown campus, following 9:00 worship During 10:30 worship, South campus 9:00 Sunday Worship Ushers Reader Marlene Batterberry Communion Assistant Marlene Batterberry 10:30 Sunday Worship Worship Lead Ginger Erickson Ushers Sherry Rude James Holmen WORSHIP ASSISTANTS Reader Jim Howard 6:00 Wednesday Worship If you are in need of a Bible, or you know someone who needs the Word of God, please feel free to take a black Bible. Pass on the Word! Burden Bears: Know someone experiencing problems physically, emotionally or spiritually? Consider taking them a bear wrapped in a quilt poem tucked inside. Located in the lobby. Help us keep your contact info up-to-date. Please indicate change of address/phone number/ on the Connection Card in the bulletin and place in the offering plate, or give to an usher. Join our closed* Facebook group to receive updated information on activities and exciting things happening at Faith Journey! groups/faithlutheran.journeyinfaith/ *Closed Group Site, must request to be a member National Suicide Prevention Hotline Communion Assistant Sharon Schacher Suicide Awareness and Older Adults Did you know statistics indicate older adults are dying by suicide 4-5 times the rate of teenagers? ~ Learn More ~ What are the statistics? Why? Who s vulnerable? There are things we can do to make a difference! Program presented by FirstLink Thursday, July 26, 6:30pm Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church 210 5th Ave W, West Fargo You are welcome to join us for Soup & More supper at 5:30pm (free of charge) and stay for the program. Supper seating is limited. For planning purposes, please RSVP for supper by July 19 call RSVP for the program at 6:30pm is NOT REQUIRED.

Celebrating Our Faith Journey Together 3 Part Time Custodian to w ork 10-15 hours per week (some weekends). Applications available for completion in the church office.

JULY CARE & SHARE OFFERING Offerings are received the first and third weeks of the month, and will be donated to: Great Plains Diaper Bank and YMCA Summer Lunch Program FRONT OFFICE MANAGER (new

Interested persons should send resume and cover letter to dhove@growinfaith.org. The successful candidate will exemplify Outstanding communication skills both verbal and written.

Guatemala Relief Efforts The erupting volcano has caused extensive damage, destruction and loss of life. Donations are being accepted through Lutheran World Relief to get aid to those in need.

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3 Celebrating Our Faith Journey Together 3 Part Time Custodian to w ork hours per week (some weekends). Applications available for completion in the church office. For information, call David Hove, Parish Administrator, at JULY CARE & SHARE OFFERING Offerings are received the first and third weeks of the month, and will be donated to: Great Plains Diaper Bank and YMCA Summer Lunch Program FRONT OFFICE MANAGER (new position) This person will be the face and the voice of the main office. This is a full time position. Health benefit package offered. Interested persons should send resume and cover letter to dhove@growinfaith.org. The successful candidate will exemplify Outstanding communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Leadership and have a "go getter" mentality. Guatemala Relief Efforts The erupting volcano has caused extensive damage, destruction and loss of life. Donations are being accepted through Lutheran World Relief to get aid to those in need. If you would like to donate, make your check payable to Lutheran World Relief and write Guatemala Relief in the memo portion. May God bless and protect those in danger... Your shopping makes a difference. Amazon donates to Faith Journey when you shop Prime Day deals at smile.amazon.com/ch/ Caregivers Café Meets every third Tuesday at 12:00 noon at the Fargo Fryin Pan For anyone caring for a loved one at home or in a facility. Building relationships for support and encouragement. Call with questions. Memory Café Wed, July 11 Panel Discussion TBA 1:00pm at Olivet Lutheran Church For more information about Memory Cafe, call Ellen Liddle, CONNECTION CARD/COMMUNION REGISTRATION (place in offering plate or hand to an usher) Date Attended: Service Attended: 9:00 10:30 6:00 Received Holy Communion 1st Time Guest How did you hear about Faith Journey? Desire pastoral contact 2nd Time Guest This is my church home I m looking for a church home Out of Area Guest Would like info about Info about youth programs Would like to receive newsletter by: mail Your Name(s) Address/City/Zip: Address Change? Home Phone: Cell Phone: Cell Phone: Phone Change? Change? Visitors: Home Church & City:

Celebrating Our Faith Journey Together 4 Thank you for your gracious support! If you have not already done so, please prayerfully consider pledging towards this three year capital campaign.

The whole family is invited to a picnic and RedHawks game hosted by the Thrivent Member Network Northland Region.

Please bring a guest you would like to introduce to Thrivent. Wednesday, August 1, 5:30pm Newman Outdoor Field For tickets go to https://bit.

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4 Celebrating Our Faith Journey Together 4 Thank you for your gracious support! If you have not already done so, please prayerfully consider pledging towards this three year capital campaign. Pledge cards are available in the church office, as well as in the Lobby of each of our campuses. Questions, contact Ginnie in the church office. The whole family is invited to a picnic and RedHawks game hosted by the Thrivent Member Network Northland Region. The picnic begins at 5:30pm at the East entrance of the stadium with your choice of a pulled pork sandwich or hotdog with chips and pop. The game starts at 7:02pm. Tickets are $10 per person. Please bring a guest you would like to introduce to Thrivent. Wednesday, August 1, 5:30pm Newman Outdoor Field For tickets go to Garden Update of the Week The harvest is beginning! On July 8th we hope to have the following for sale after worship at both campuses. Lettuce Yellow Squash Carrots Basil HELP WANTED The job of your dreams just became available! Do you dream of... getting physically fit, acquiring a great suntan, receiving warm hugs, and gaining access to healthy food while on the job? Who needs a paycheck when you get these special benefits? For more information, your qualifications and availability to lwithey48@gmail.com THRIVE FEST NORTH Red River Valley Fairgrounds August Check out the sign up sheets/ticket information on the poster in the lobby. For information contact Scott Rortvedt, rortvedts@gmail.com Men s Bible Study meets Wednesdays at 6:00am at IHOP, th St, Fargo. Contact Jeff Watne with questions, or jlwatne@live.com. Prayer Requests to be given to: Staff Only Staff and Prayer Chain (All prayer requests, except designated staff only, are forwarded to the prayer chain as well as lifted up at each Tuesday staff meeting.) Thanksgiving for: Hospitalized/other:

5 Celebrating Our Faith Journey Together 5 FAITH FOUNDATION When considering your personal investment plans, please consider the Faith Foundation. While supporting ministries such as Faith Journey Lutheran Church, the Faith Foundation offers individuals the ability to leave a legacy to our church for generations to come. Contact the church office for more information. The following are recommendations from your congregation council: Meet Pastor Mike s challenge of increasing your giving by $10 per week. Sign up for our online giving program so when you are away your church can continue to do its work. Consider prepaying your capital campaign contribution, AND your annual general fund contribution. If your financial situation allows, consider a onetime contribution to help us retire the operating line debt that has been choking our cash flow. All of us have a responsibility and are accountable for the success of our church. Questions, please contact Pastor Mike or Tim LeClair. Church Council and staff thank you for your faithfulness. Make Offerings Online Throughout the year, many of you already support the congregation with your time, talent and financial contributions, but greater participation is always welcome. We encourage you to consider our electronic giving program. We accept donations made from your bank account, credit card or debit card. It takes just a few minutes to set up a recurring giving plan. Go to to locate the donation link. We thank you and all givers for supporting our mission! Est. June Monthly Financial Activity $100,000 $80,000 $60,000 $40,000 $20,000 $0 $54,788 $72,133 Ministry Ministry Resources Outlay Provided (expenses) (giving) $88,677 Monthly Budget PRAYERS FOR THE COMMUNITY Due to privacy laws, it is increasingly difficult to locate members when hospitalized, especially when they enter through the emergency room. Please notify the church office when a family member enters the hospital, a nursing home, moves to a different nursing home, or when a home visit is desired. Sympathies Eldon Johnson & Amy Christl-Johnson, Jacob, Isaac & Clara on the death of Eldon s cousin, Gayle Erickson Cathy Meyer & Theresa Johnson on the death of Cathy s father, Raymond Meyer Kyle & Anna Hettenbaugh, Drew and Luke on the death of Kyle s step-mother, Kathy Hettenbaugh Joe Huber on the death of his son We apologize for any omissions. Please call the church office with corrections. Prayer Concerns Gratitude to God for His grace and blessings Safe travel and a time of relaxation for all Safe travels and blessings for youth going to Bible Camp this summer Pastors, staff and leadership of our congregation Members of our Call Committee Peace that fills our hearts, our world, our universe Those who need God s healing touch spiritually, physically and emotionally Those struggling with addictions The many hungry and homeless in the world Broken relationships, that healing may restore them People in long term care facilities or homebound Men and women serving in the military Our sister parish in Tierra Nueva Uno, Chinautla, Guatemala The children we support in Tanzania - Anoti, Selewa, Samwel Our Companion Synod and its ministries in Central African Republic

6 Celebrating Our Faith Journey Together 6 SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE Downtown Campus 127 2nd Ave E Sunday, 9:00am Traditional Wednesday, 6:00pm South Campus th Ave S Sunday, 10:30am Outdoor Contemporary Worship 9:00 Worship Televised on Sunday at 11:45am Channel 57 on CableOne Channel 12 on Midco (WF Local Access) Offices located at Downtown Campus Summer Hours: Mon-Thurs, 8:30am-4:00pm Friday, 8:30am-1:00pm BUILDING HOURS AT FAITH JOURNEY LUTHERAN CHURCH During office hours at our Downtown Campus, ALL entrances will be locked except the West entrance. The South Campus is not staffed and is locked unless an activity is scheduled. To schedule an activity at either campus, contact the church office, Deadline for weekly bulletin information is MONDAY, 4:00pm. Bring information to the church office or gberge@growinfaith.org Our website contains links to the bulletin, newsletter, and church calendar. Food Pantry Needs Non-perishable food: Canned tuna, canned fruit, peanut butter, rice (1 lb bag), pasta/noodles Personal Items: individually wrapped bar soap, toilet paper Place donations in Food Pantry box by church office. YWCA Shelter Most Urgent Needs Children s swimwear, new/gently used; school supplies; infant/children s hygiene supplies (toothpaste, shampoo, body wash, diaper rash cream, etc) Place donations in YWCA box by church office. Faith Journey Happenings July 8 15, 2018 (Weekly activities posted on white board outside church office.) SUN, July 8 9:00 Worship with Holy Communion (DC) 10:00 Coffee Fellowship, Fellowship Hall (DC) 10:30 Outdoor Worship (SC) MON, July 9 8:00 AA, Fellowship Hall (DC) TUE, July 10 4:30 Stewardship Team, Room 101 (DC) WED, July 11 8:30 Pastors/Parish Administrator Meeting (DC) 9:30 Staff Meeting, Conference Room (DC) 12:30 Piecemakers, W1/2 Fellowship Hall (DC) 6:00 Worship (DC) THU, July 12 6:00 Call Committee, Conference Room (SC) 7:00 Compassionate Friends, W1/2 Fellowship Hall FRI, July 13 4:00 YOGA, Lobby (SC) 5:30 AA/TGIF, Lobby (SC) SAT, July 14 SUN, July 15 9:00 Worship with Holy Communion (DC) 10:00 Coffee Fellowship, Fellowship Hall (DC) 10:30 Outdoor Worship with Holy Communion (SC) The following groups meet on a regular basis: MONDAY-FRIDAY, 11:45am (excluding holidays) Valley Senior Services Senior Meals Fellowship Hall, Downtown Campus Call sign up by noon the previous day MONDAYS: 8:00pm Alcoholics Anonymous Fellowship Hall (East Half), Downtown Campus 7:15pm 1st Mon of each month, AA Group Conscious Mtg. 7:00pm 2nd Mon, even months, AA Potluck THIRD MONDAY: 6:00pm Pray for Gray (Brain Cancer) Support Group, Fireside Library (DC) SECOND THURSDAY: 7:00pm Compassionate Friends (Bereaved Parents) Fellowship Hall (West Half), Downtown Campus FRIDAYS: 5:30pm Alcoholics Anonymous Lobby, South Campus For information about AA, AlAnon or Compassionate Friends, call SEEK (7335)

Next Week s Scripture Readings. Ezekiel 2:1-5, p. 673 Psalm 123, p Corinthians 12:2-10, p. 943 Mark 6:1-13, p. 817

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