HEARING ASSIST DEVICE AVAILABLE CONCORDIA STAFF FROM MT. CALVARY

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1 T Mt. Calvary News and Announcements T September 2, 2018 INTERESTED IN LUTHERANISM, MEMBERSHIP? If you or someone you know is interested in learning about the basics of the Christian faith as confessed by the Evangelical Lutheran Church, please contact Pastor Long he may be reached through the church office or by e- mail at PRBLong@aol.com. CONFESSION Private confession is available on Saturdays before a Sunday with Communion as a preparation for the Sacrament on those Saturdays between 1 and 2 pm or by request; just contact Pastor Long for an appointment. OFFICE HOURS Pastor Long is generally available at Mt. Calvary Tuesday through Friday mornings, or by appointment should you need or want to have conversation with him. You may reach him by at: PRBLong@aol.com. HOSPITAL CALLS If you or a loved one have an illness or hospitalization that needs to be brought to the attention of Pastor Long, please call the office as soon as possible so that he may visit you. Note: Be sure the hospital knows that you are a member of Mt. Calvary and that you wish to have Pastor Long visit you. However, the hospitals do not always call the church it is best if you let the office know. PRAYER CHAIN Please take advantage of this opportunity to pray for your needs and those of your friends and family. Cards are available in the pew rack. To activate the chain please call Ardeane at HEARING ASSIST DEVICE AVAILABLE The Multi-Media Committee has made available a hearing assist device for use by those who cannot hear the service clearly. You can call the office during the week ( ) or see Pastor Long or the elder for the day on Sundays if you are interested in using one. Please take advantage of this opportunity to hear clearly and plainly the means of grace offered in the services. CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Our congregation operates Concordia Lutheran School together with the congregations of Redeemer and Trinity. Call the Concordia School office at , or check their web site at for information. CONCORDIA STAFF FROM MT. CALVARY Brooke Barr - Grade 2 Jan Heien - Title I Reading Tutor Michele Keehner - 2 nd Grade Teacher s Aide Becky Garvey - Administrative Assistant SCRIPTURE LESSONS FOR NEXT SUNDAY: September 9 th 16 th Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 146 Isaiah 35:4-7a James 2:1-10 Mark 7:24-37 THIS WEEK S FLOWERS were given to the glory of God by Tim and Kim Carver in celebration of their son, Brady s birthday and in thanksgiving for their many blessings.. WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP UPDATE Our offering for the General Fund for August 26, 2018, was $4, Our weekly need for 2018 is $7, We started this fiscal year with a clean slate in terms of expenses vs. income. But we d still like to make up some of the ground we lost last year so please continue to give as generously as your means allow. WOMEN OF MT. CALVARY ARE COLLECTING MITES TODAY LWML MITES -- Each month, one of the LWML-CID mission grants will be featured. Our mission goal for is $95,000; $71,250 for district grants, $23,750 will be sent to LWML for national mission grant projects. Grants are paid in full in the order presented as funds become available. Updates are available at lwmlcid.org. GRANT #1: Student Aid for Church Workers ($30,000) -- Given the high cost of becoming a fulltime church worker, many students find it difficult to complete their schooling. This grant will provide partial funding to CID students so they may realize their dream of becoming full-time church workers. These funds will be distributed through the CID-LCMS Scholarship Committee. 1

2 What can I do? Pray that God would provide men and women willing to become church workers to spread the Gospel message. Support your church s LWML society by filling the designated large mite box with those pennies, nickels, dimes, or more. Contact any member of your church s LWML society for more information about this grant. MEETINGS THIS WEEK Board Meetings -- Tuesday, September 4 th, 6:30 pm Administrative Council Tuesday, September 4 th, 7:30 pm Bell Choir Thursday, September 6 th, 6:45 pm Adult Choir Thursday, September 6 th, 7:45 pm Senior Club Friday, September 7 th, 5:30 pm HOSPITALIZED THIS WEEK Carole Hoffman, Proctor room 463 SUNDAY SCHOOL No Sunday School today! However, the Adult Class will meet as usual. CALLING ALL JR. & SR. HIGH YOUTH (GRADES 6-12) -- We have an event coming up! So, mark your calendars for Sunday, September 30 th for Youth, Food, & Fun! We ll meet at church at 3:00 p.m. for a light dinner and some fun! Be sure to sign up on the bulletin board across from Pastor s office and bring a friend or two! SENIOR CLUB POTLUCK It s that time again Friday is the first Friday of September. We ll meet for a meal and good conversation. So find a friend, bring a dish to pass if you are able and meet us at 5:30 pm. You don t even need to be a senior we don t check Id s at the door. NEW MEN S BIBLE STUDY: 1 st Samuel: The men are jumping from Genesis to 1 st Samuel in order to consider God s work in establishing the kingdom. YHWH is faithful to His promises despite the weakness of the people, and provides for them by raising up Samuel, Saul, and finally David. Join us Wednesdays at 6:30 am. We meet at the Bob Evans on Allen Rd. near the Walmart. NEW THURSDAY AFTERNOON BIBLE STUDY: Deuteronomy: Join us as we finish reading the Five Books of Moses with the study of Deuteronomy. This is Moses farewell address to Israel as they prepare to cross into the Promised Land. But, more than that, this is a renewal of God s Covenant with a new generation, and an explanation of how the Law applies to their new lives. 2 Even though the book contains a lot of political and ceremonial law that doesn t apply to us the moral law still holds us. And the same God still calls us to live out love for Him and our neighbor in tangible ways. So, come learn with us. We meet Thursdays at 1:00 pm in the Parish Hall. CHOIR REHEARSALS BEGIN THIS WEEK -- Our choir season at Mt. Calvary will begin this Thursday, September 6 th with Bell Choir from 6:45 7:45 pm and Adult Choir from 7:45 9:00 pm. Both of these groups rehearse in the balcony of the church. Our men s group, the Anchormen, will begin their season on Sunday, September 9 th from 9:10 9:30 am. Please consider coming to join us for any or all of these opportunities to praise our Lord. If you have any questions about these groups or about solos, duets, or instrumental offerings, please call our Minister of Music, Bruce Tagge at FOOD PANTRY NEEDS During September our pantry will be in need of Canned Meals, pasta Sauce, and Frosting. If you can help out by bringing some, your donation can be placed in the baskets in either the Narthex or the Parish Hall or on the table in the Pantry room and will be greatly appreciated. CONCORDIA FAMILY MEETING -- The families of students who attend Concordia will be meeting on Sunday, September 23 rd, immediately following the 10:45 am service. The meeting should not last more than half an hour. Please plan to attend. (If you aren't available to meet at this time, please let Pastor or Tom Brosowske know, and they will arrange to meet with you at a later time.) 60 TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Harold and Carolyn Pauli invite you to their 60th Wedding Anniversary Open House on Sunday, September 16 th from 1:30 to 3:30 pm in the Mt. Calvary Parish Hall. FROM WOMEN OF MT. CALVARY Women of Mt. Calvary 1 st Meeting of Fall The first meeting of the fall season will be on Monday evening, September 10 th (to avoid the Labor Day weekend). We meet at 6:30 pm in the Parish Hall. Every woman is a member Join us for fun, food, and fellowship. LWML Fall Zone Rally The Fall Zone Rally of the LWML will be held at Bethel Lutheran Church, 325 E. Queenwood Rd. in Morton on Wednesday, September 26 th. Registration begins at 8:15 am, with the Rally

3 beginning at 9:00 am. Their theme this year is Ephesians 2:10, For we are God s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. The Gifts from the Heart collection will benefit the Bethel food pantry. They will accept canned goods or cash/checks. Registration forms are now available and can be picked up in the office Treats for Family House Family House offers a home away from home for the families of patients receiving medical treatment in Peoria. Women of Mt. Calvary have signed up to sponsor treats on the 4 th Monday of each month. These treats may be store bought or homemade, and do not have to be individually wrapped. Family House is also in need of laundry detergent and cleaning supplies. If you would like to donate, please sign the sheet on the bulletin board across from Pastor s office and bring your treats to church, leaving them in the kitchen marked Family House. Questions? Call LaVelle Borders, Postage Stamps The Women of Mt. Calvary are saving postage stamps for LWML. Please cut out your postage stamps from envelopes and place them in the striped box on the table in the parish hall. We will trim the stamps and send them to LWML to support their mission work. Thank you. FOOD & DRINK We understand that some folks and families need to bring beverages and food into the sanctuary to help keep everyone content and healthy during services. We would simply ask that you make sure crumbs, spills, and scraps are picked up before you go. Thanks! LOCK YOUR CARS! Please remember to lock your cars at all times when on our parking lot and do not leave anything of value in them. And, especially in the evenings, be aware of your surroundings. More lighting had been installed, and the security cameras have been put up. They are on a motion sensor and will record anyone or anything that crosses in front of them. New signs warning that the cameras are there are now posted and the police department knows about them also. HELP! PEOPLE TO STAFF NURSERY NEEDED! Women of Mt. Calvary would like to have at least two people in the nursery during the 10:45 am worship service every Sunday. Please consider helping with staffing the nursery and then sign the sheet indicating when you are available to serve. Sign-Up sheets are on the bulletin board through September CONCORDIA GOLF CLASSIC -- It s time for another day of fun, fellowship and fairways!!! Concordia Lutheran School is proud to announce that the Concordia Golf Classic 2018 will be held Monday, October 8th at the Country Club of Peoria. Registration forms and more information will be available soon. If you have any questions, please contact Christopher Craine at or christopher.craine@yahoo.com. We can t wait to see you there!!! Registration forms are now available in the church office. LUTHERANS FOR LIFE THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Life issues can present great temptations. The complications of surprise pregnancies pressure folks into adding to God s Word. Infertility and terminal illnesses steer many toward subtracting from the Lord s commands (Deuteronomy 4:2). Still, He who takes ownership of the inner life by His forgiveness also takes responsibility for the body s survival by His resurrection. His presence and promises arm and guard against every threat (Ephesians 6:11). Good Shepherd and Guardian, give security to us and through us in Your words. Amen. Peoria Area Lutherans for Life usually meets every 4th Monday of the month at 6:30 pm except during the summer. We welcome anyone who would like to attend and learn more about life issues. Please call Deb Lakamp at 309/ or her at lakamps@gmail.com if you have any questions. Our next meeting will be Monday, September 24, 2018, at 6:30 pm. Our new meeting place is Bethel Lutheran Church, 325 E. Queenwood Rd., Morton. ISSUES ETC. EQUIPPING THE PRIESTHOOD OF ALL BELIEVERS -- Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. This week s topics include: Miscarriage, Teaching Our Children the Christian Faith, The U.S. Constitution, Stealing, Moses, Jeremiah and more. You can listen live or at your convenience at and on the LPR mobile app. LISTEN TO WORLDWIDE KFUO.ORG, Listen to Worldwide KFUO.org, your radio station for practical Lutheran talk, daily Bible and Confession studies, daily worship opportunities, and current issues from a Lutheran worldview. Programs are archived at KFUO.org for 24/7 on-demand listening. You can also find our programming wherever you get your podcasts! Have a question or comment? Find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 3

4 This week on KFUO.org, we wish everyone a blessed and relaxing Labor Day! Dive into a new study on Sharper Iron on "Heroes of Faith Alone" based on Hebrews 11 with Rev. Jonathan Fisk and guest pastors (weekdays at 8:00 a.m. CT), begin studying Philippians on Thy Strong Word (weekdays at 11:00 a.m. CT), and join us for Daily Chapel each weekday at 10:00 a.m. CT. Find your favorite programs on demand at kfuo.org or wherever you get your podcasts! ENJOY A GOURMET BRUNCH AND HELP OTHERS! -- Lutheran Hillside Village is hosting its 6 th annual Benevolent Care Brunch Extraordinaire on Sat., Sept. 22 from 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Guests will be treated to your choice of delicious gourmet entrées prepared by our executive chef, Mark Shoopman, and his talented team. The cost is $50 per person ($25 is tax deductible.) Proceeds will benefit the Lutheran Hillside Village Benevolent Fund to support care center (nursing) residents who outlive their resources. Reservation forms will be available in August. Please call Lutheran Hillside Village Foundation; Phil King ( ) or Laurie Hahn ( ) for a form. Please consider inviting your family and friends. This is the foundation s biggest fundraiser of the year. We need your help to make it a success! If you are interested in scheduling a tour of the village on the day of the event, please call Stephanie Marchand ( ) by Sept. 14. Thank you for your continued support of Lutheran Hillside Village. CID-LLL RETREAT -- Dr. Joel Biermann, professor at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis will share on the topic of What Lutherans really believe about the Two Kingdoms. Many have not explored what Luther himself taught about these realms. Come for a lively discussion. This is the topic for a retreat sponsored by the CID LLL at Camp CILCA on September 8, The day will begin with registration at 8:30 and conclude around 3 P.M. The cost is $10 per person which includes the noon meal. Please contact Deloris Blessman by today Sept. 2 at ECR 1850N, Topeka, IL or at delorisblessman@yahoo.com in order to register. GIVE YOUR SPOUSE THE GIFT OF YOUR TIME AND ATTENTION on a Lutheran Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Weekend is scheduled in Peoria, IL on October 12-14, Apply now at GodLovesMarriage.org or contact Norm and Deb Lopez at peorialmereg@gmail.com for more information. Preregistration is required don t miss out! Registration deadline is Sept 13th. Registrations after that date will be on a space available basis. COLLEGE STUDENT ADDRESSES -- Parents, if you have a student attending college this fall, please give their address to the church office. We would like to be able to send them newsletters and devotion booklets. We use technology so much that sometimes it s fun to receive snail mail. Women of Mt. Calvary also use these addresses to send Valentine boxes to our college students in February. FROM CAMP CILCA -- Camp CILCA s Chicken Fry and Auction begins today at 11:30. $8 for adults and $5 for children aged The live auction beings at 1pm. The beach will be open from 1-4pm. See you there! 4

5 + Christian Education at Mt. Calvary+ Sunday: YOUTH: Sunday School: Ages 3-Grade 8 meet in the basement. There will be no Sunday School today over the Labor Day Week-End. Adults: A Man Named Martin -- Part 3: The Movement: As we take up the final video from Lutheran Hour Ministries (produced to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Luther nailing the 95 Theses to the church doors in Wittenberg), we will focus on the effects of the Lutheran Reformation -- what consequences it had and how it continues to grow today. The study has five sessions (or more, depending on how chatty we get). Meets in the Parish Hall at 9:30 am. Wednesday: Men s Bible Study: 1 Samuel: The men are jumping from Genesis to 1 Samuel in order to consider God s work in establishing the kingdom. YHWH is faithful to His promises despite the weakness of the people, and provides for them by raising up Samuel, Saul, and finally David. Join us Wednesdays at 6:30 am. We meet at the Bob Evans on Allen Rd. near the Walmart. Wednesday Evening Adult Bible Study: 1 Peter: How does one faithfully endure trouble and even mistreatment that comes because of faith? By clinging to Jesus! Join us as we read through the first letter of Peter and are strengthened in faith as we consider Jesus work for us. Meets Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm. The class is discussion format rather than lecture. Thursday: Afternoon Bible Study: Deuteronomy: Join us as we finish reading the Five Books of Moses with the study of Deuteronomy. This is Moses farewell address to Israel as they prepare to cross into the Promised Land. But, more than that, this is a renewal of God s Covenant with a new generation, and an explanation of how the Law applies to their new lives. Even though the book contains a lot of political and ceremonial law that doesn t apply to us the moral law still holds us. And the same God still calls us to live out love for Him and our neighbor in tangible ways. So, come learn with us. We meet Thursdays at 1:00 pm in the Parish Hall. 5

6 Sunday + This Week s Calendar + Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost 09/02/2018 Divine Service 8:00 a Fellowship Coffee 9:15 a Adult Bible Study Divine Service 9:30 a 10:45 a Monday Labor Day Office Closed Tuesday Food Pantry 9-11:00 a Board Meetings 6:30 p Administrative Council 7:30 p Wednesday Men s Bible Study 1 st Samuel 6:30 a Wednesday Study Group 1 st Peter 6:30 p Thursday Crafts and Conversation 10:00 a Bible Study Deuteronomy 1:00 p Divine Service Bell Choir Rehearsal Adult Choir Rehearsal 6:00 p 6:45 p 7:45 p Friday Senior Club 5:30 p Sunday Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost 09/09/2018 Worship 8:00 a Fellowship Coffee 9:15 a Anchormen Rehearsal Sunday School/Bible Class Worship Worship & Music Committee 9:15 a 9:30 a 10:45 a 12:00 p 6