The Tidings. December A newsletter of Central Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity

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1 The Tidings December 2014 A newsletter of Central Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions ~ Dalai Lama As I think about what makes people happy, I can t help but think of music and Pharrell William s single Happy! Defined as a midtempo soul song on which Williams falsetto voice has been compared to Curtis Mayfield by critics. The song has been highly successful, peaking at number one in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and 19 other countries. It has sold over 5.6 million copies in the United States [3][4] and over 1.65 million copies in the United Kingdom, [5] and has reached number one in the latter on a record three separate occasions. With worldwide sales of 10 million copies, [6] it has become one of the best-selling singles of all time. ( If you want to hear the song on repeat you can go to and watch different people walk up and down the street to the song with plenty of smiles and snazzy moves. Music is one way in which we as humans experience happiness, but there is a little more to being happy than just listening to a catchy song. As I read article after article and watched a couple of documentaries ( and I came to a realization that happiness is most definitely linked to relationships and empathy for others. Not surprisingly, the message is that money, social status, and power don t make us happy. Study after study shows that humans are social creatures and find joy, love, and all those feel good emotions through a deep connection with others. Technically defined as intrinsic goals, when people focus on actions that result in personal growth, relationship with others, and helping the community they are more likely to experience happiness. continued on page 3...

2 December 2014/ Page 2 Central Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity 1710 Eleventh Avenue Seattle, Washington phone: fax: Fall/Winter Schedule Choir: 9:00 am Sunday School: 9:45 am Forum for Faith Formation: 9:45 am Worship: 11:00 am Pastors: Cindy Salo pastor@loveiscentral.org By appointment on Tues. through Thurs. Home phone in emergency: Verlon Brown office hours by appointment, please call the office, Office Manager: Sandy Kraegel office@loveiscentral.org Office hours: 10 am - 5 pm Tuesday-Friday Thank you to November volunteers! ACOLYTES: Hope Y., Ella Johnson, Brodie Myka, and Siri Donlea ALTAR GUILD: Lynn Rauch, Kristine Knutson, and Christa ASSISTING MINISTERS: Lynn Rauch, Jackie Brolsma, Rachel Rauch, Steven Chapman, and Jeff Roberts COFFEE HOUR: Kevin Urdahl, Maria Busch, Chang Choi, Kari Oversvee-Choi, Julia Maywald, Tom Donlea, Andrea Langeland, and Ossa Mojarad COMMUNION BREAD: Ossa Mojarad TELLERS: Sarah Tranum, Jeff Roberts, Adam Rauch, Steve Gibson, Jamie Pedersen, Cathy Woods, Kari Oversvee-Choi, Chris Kealy, and Jeff Cook USHERS: Erica Hieggelke and Daniel Kaiser Coordinator of Intergenerational Ministries (CIM) David De Block cim@loveiscentral.org Sunday through Thursday & as needed Music Director: James Jelasic musicdirector@loveiscentral.org Custodian/Caretaker: Steve Scheurich custodian@loveiscentral.org Nursery: Fall hours: Sunday 9:45 am - 12:45 pm For children ages five and under We are an open and affirming congregation, which in Lutheran churches is called Reconciling in Christ. We seek to share God s love with all people regardless of race, age, gender or sexual orientation. All are welcome. Receive the readings via Many people find it helpful to read the Sunday readings ahead of time. If you would like to receive a weekly with the upcoming Sunday s readings, please let Sandy know at office@loveiscentral.org.

3 December 2014/ Page 3 News from CIM continued from the front page... I bring up this topic, because a) I ve been thinking a lot lately about what makes me happy and b) I think December can be a stressful month with the seemingly endless list of obligations. Considering these two things, the Dalai Lama quote at the top of the article and all I ve learned in my research, I plan to do a few things this December. 1. Volunteer alongside as many Central folks as my schedule allows with the Community Lunch on Capitol Hill. 2. Have fun decorating cookies at Christmas Camp with people of all ages on December 13 th! 3. Find out what makes people hopeful during the season of Advent on Sunday mornings. 4. Be intentional about spending time with my friends and having shared experiences! Since Advent is a season of hope and knowing that I am only a flawed human being, I will ask God for the grace, guidance, and patience to be present and loving in all of my good intentions. May all of us at Central be happy and hopeful as we anticipate Christ s birth! Blessings, David De Block Coordinator of Intergenerational Ministries

4 December 2014/ Page 4 News from Church Council The days are getting shorter and the weather less appealing, which naturally leads us to a time of reflection on who we are, where we are, and what we ve got to be proud of and thankful for. Luckily for us at Central, there has been much to celebrate this year: this summer s mission trip to Mexico, our new sign, another fantastic year of spiritual growth through Sunday school, faith formation forum, confirmation and youth group, and the theology book group, the passage of I-594, and the continued opportunity to come together as members both new and not-so-new. I have no doubt that December will bring other opportunities for us to celebrate our vibrant and bright community (and I m sure I ve missed plenty of exciting things that have happened this year!) However, the darkness that we encounter during the season of Advent reminds us that although we often would prefer to stay in the light and warmth, darkness is also an important part of our spiritual journey and growth. God is with us, even when we face difficult times - especially when we face difficult times. At this month s council meeting, we spent a significant amount of time discussing the 2015 budget. We are facing another year of significant deficit in our budget and we will need to make some tough decisions about how we would like to fund our ministry in the coming years. These discussions aren t easy; it is tempting to ignore these questions and hope that it will take care of itself. However, this conversation affords us a great opportunity to grow as a community. What is important for us to fund as a community? What is meaningful for us to offer? We can believe that everything will work out (and we do believe that it will) but still engage in these difficult talks - they will help us know each other better and grow in a way that feels right for us as a congregation. There will be plenty of opportunities to come together as a community and celebrate who we are as Central: the Christmas pageant and the evening variety show event are two coming up in December. In January we ll get to business talking a little more about the budget, and we ll try to make sure that we can focus the conversation so that we are really getting at what matters: what do we want our community to look like in 2015 and beyond? And how should we get there? Erica Hieggelke and Chris Kealy, Congregational Co-Presidents

5 December 2014/ Page 5 Kids At Central Sunday Central (SS@C) Schedule for December 2014 Gather Time ~ Oasis Room ~ 9:30 to 9:45 am See KAC Article for Pageant Costume Fittings & Rehearsals Schedule Dec. 7 ~ Class ~ Curriculum ~ Lesson ~ (Costume Fitting TIMES) ~ Carpenters ~ Feasting on the Word ~ 2 nd Sunday of Advent ~ (9:45-10:00 am) Weavers ~ Godly Play ~ Advent I & II ~ (10:05-10:20 am) Potters ~ Godly Play ~ Advent II ~ (10:25-10:40 am) Dec. 14 ~ Class ~ Curriculum ~ Lesson ~ Dress Rehearsal TIME ~ Carpenters ~ NO LESSON ~ Meet in 9:45 am ~ Weavers ~ Godly Play ~ Advent III & IV ~ Meet in Sanctuary after lesson ~ Potters ~ Godly Play ~ Advent III & IV ~ Meet in Sanctuary after lesson ~ Dec. 21 ~ Dress Rehearsal 9:30-10:50 am ~ Pageant offered during 11 am Worship ~ Dec. 24 ~ Christmas Eve ~ Candlelight Service with Communion & Children s Sermon Dec. 28 ~ Christmas Break ~ No Sunday School ~ SUNDAI SCI-100{

6 December 2014/ Page 6 Kids At Central Sunday Central (SS@C) Christmas Pageant Preparation is in Full Swing! Dear Centralities, Thank you for all the times you listen to the pageant CD in the car, brought your kids to practice, and stayed to help Jonna Farley with the Pageant singing time. The annual Christmas Pageant is around the corner. Below you ll find the last logistics for the month. Pageant Schedule for December: Dec. 7 Sunday School Costume Fitting: (Fireside Room & Purple Floor Room) o o o Potters Fitting from 9:45-10:00 am Weavers Fitting from 10:05-10:20 am Carpenters Fitting from 10:25-10:40 am Dec. 14 Christmas Pageant Dress Rehearsal in Sanctuary 9:30-10:50 am o o Potters and Weavers (Kindergarten-3 rd Grade) meet in Sanctuary after lesson. Advent Lesson taught from 9:45 10:00 am in classrooms Carpenters meet in Sanctuary at 9:30 am Dec. 21 Christmas Pageant Dress Rehearsal (ALL CLASSES) in Sanctuary 9:30-10:50 am o Performance during worship service at 11:00 am Additionally, the KAC Committee has been discussing ways in which we can add onto the many ways we keep our children safe in our Sunday School, Confirmation and Youth Group programs. Some of the things we ve discussed involve making sure that we do background checks annually, replace the Fireside Room door with a glass one, and have healthy relationship trainings with our Confirmands and Youth Group with a Planned Parenthood Educator. We d also like to know if there is parental interest where parents of young children can come together and share ideas/language they use to teach their children about their bodies and selves. How do we teach our kids in a Christian context about the gifts God has given them? If you have ideas or would like to learn more, please feel free to contact any of the members of the KAC Committee! Blessings, KAC Committee Fievel Gordon Carl Kaiser Miranda Anderson Brooke Powers Angela Oberdeck David De Block Sarah Tranum Pastor Cindy Salo

7 December 2014/ Page 7 Kids At Central Save the DATE! Christmas Camp RETURNS! What: A time to celebrate the season of Advent outside of worship and take a breather from the hustle and bustle of the Christmas Consumerism. This is a fun event that was created especially for young kids and families, but is open to ANYONE who would like to attend and celebrate the holiday season with crafts, singing, and baking! Instead of spending the morning buying more stuff, come invest in the relationships that make Love is Central our catchphrase! Kids At Central has invited Immanuel Lutheran & Columbia City Church of Hope to participate. Feel free to invite your friends! When: Who: Where: December 13, 2014 from 10 am - 2 pm Kids from 0-6 th Grade! (for those 0-kindergarten the accompaniment of one parent is requested!) BIG KIDS welcome TOO! Central Lutheran Church, Parish Hall Please bring your own lunch and a snack to share! RSVP to cim@loveiscentral.org by Dec. 10 th or on our Facebook Page!

8 December 2014/ Page 8 Kids At Central Elementary Lutherwood Overnight Putting it on your Radar! For the last couple of years a group of Parents and Elementary Kids have been going to Lutherwood for a 24 hour retreat. Open to 1 st through 6 th graders, this opportunity has been a great introduction to camp and chance to bond with fellow Centralities outside of the weekly ritual of Sunday School and Worship. Typically this event has been organized by a parent with kids in this age range. Not only enriching for the elementary students, parents have found that this 24 hours is a way to bond with fellow parents. Please prayerfully consider putting this on your agenda and let me know if you d like more information. You can me at cim@loveiscentral.org. Blessings, David De Block Coordinator of Intergenerational Ministries

9 December 2014/ Page 9 Kids At Central Carriers of the Light Central s Christmas Pageant Our Sunday School children and youth will perform Carriers of the Light by Anna Laura Page and Jean Anne Shafferman. This Pageant is a children s Christmas musical inspired by scriptural passages from Isaiah, Matthew, and Luke focusing on Jesus as the Light of Salvation. It celebrates the passing of God s Light, from Mary to Joseph to the animals in the manger, from the shepherds in the countryside to the wise men in the east. An annual highlight of the Advent season, please join us on December 21, 2014 during 11 am Worship. Invite your friends and family to this event and share the joy of seeing our kids present the Christmas Story under the direction of our Pageant Director Jonna Farley.

10 December 2014/ Page 10 Kids At Central Central (C@C) Schedule for December 2014 Sundays at 9:30-10:45 am (Fireside Room) *unless otherwise indicated Dec. 7 ~ 2 nd Sunday of Advent ~ (Join Youth Group in Basement) Family Discussion (Talking Points led by parents*) *Where and when the Spirit moves you Dec. 14 ~ Bible re:form ~ (Led by Pastor Verlon in Fireside Room) Please bring Bibles, Anti-workbooks & Small Catechisms if they re not already in the Fireside Room Dec. 21 ~ 4 th Sunday of Advent ~ Help out with Christmas Pageant in Sanctuary Family Discussion (Talking Points Led by Parents*) *Where and when the Spirit moves you Dec. 24 ~ Christmas Eve ~ Candlelight Service with Communion & Children s Sermon Dec. 28 ~ 1 st Sunday of Christmas ~ No Confirmation ~ Christmas Break ~

11 December 2014/ Page 11 Kids At Central Dec. 7 ~ Y@C ~ 2 nd Sunday of Advent ~ Intergenerational Faith Story Central (Y@C) Schedule for December 2014 Youth Room in the Church Basement from 9:45 to 10:50 am (*unless otherwise indicated) Dec. 14 ~ Y@C ~ 3 rd Sunday of Advent ~ Leader: Bjorn Payne and/or Lee White Highs and Lows Help with the Christmas Pageant Rehearsal Dec. 21 ~ Y@C ~ 4 th Sunday of Advent ~ Leader: Bjorn Payne and/or Lee White Highs and Lows Help with the Christmas Pageant Rehearsal Dec. 24 ~ Christmas Eve ~ Candlelight Service with Communion & Children s Sermon Dec. 28 ~ Y@C ~ 1 st Sunday of Christmas ~ No Youth Group ~ Christmas Break ~ Lessons & Carols Sunday

12 December 2014/ Page 12 Kids At Central We re Celebrating Epiphany Sunday, January 4, 2015 Three things to Know! 1. Costumes! Epiphany, the 12th day after Christmas, (Technically January 6 th, 2015) celebrates the visit of the three wise men to the Christ Child. We invite the children to dress up as a king or queen for a procession into worship. 2. Cake! Following worship we ll have a King s cake with a small baby Jesus hidden inside. The lucky person who gets the slice of cake containing the baby gets to make the King s cake for next year s Epiphany event. 3. Wack the Star! During coffee hour there will be star piñata for kids 12 and under to strike and enjoy.

13 a December 2014/ Page 13. Faith Formation Forum Schedule Our Sunday mornings are a good time to come together to learn and share with one another. Please join us at 9:45 am in the Parish Hall and we ll have the coffee on. December 7 - As Central once again provides volunteers to serve the Community Lunch on Capitol Hill this December, we will be joined by CLCH Executive Director Don Jensen who will update us on all things Community Lunch. We will also have an opportunity to discuss some of the latest news involving hunger in our community and see how Central's long-standing commitment to serving those in need is helping struggling folks in our neighborhood. December 14 & 21 - Join us for a two part Advent devotional and book study using Barbara Brown Taylor's Learning to Walk in the Dark. Advent provides us with an opportunity to learn from the darkness that surrounds us. Taylor's book plunges headlong into that dark space, looking for the spiritual lessons that we miss when we immerse ourselves exclusively in the light. As usual, no need to read the book ahead of time! December 28 - Café Central - Join us for hot coffee and cool conversations in the Parish Hall. It s hard to believe that 2015 is just around the corner! If you would like to sign up to bring communion bread for a month in 2015, please let Sandy know. You can either bring a fresh loaf each Sunday or bring enough loaves for the month and put them in the freezer. Sandy will then make sure a loaf is thawed for each Sunday. You can either call the office or e- mail Sandy at office@loveiscentral.org. There will also be a sign-up sheet at coffee hour. Thanks for your consideration!

14 December 2014/ Page 14 Faith in Action Dear Faithful Central Servants, Central s Community Lunch Month Serving up Love in December! December is Central s month to roll up our sleeves, scrub our hands and arms, and prepare and serve a good hot meal each Tuesday and Friday for our neighbors who look forward to the Community Lunch on Capitol Hill each week. A brief overview of what we need in December: 8-15 volunteers every Tuesday and Friday (total of 9 days) Tasks: o Prep food starting at 9 am o Serve food starting at 12 pm o Clean-up starting at 1 pm Sign-up sheets are in the Parish Hall on the main hall bulletin board. Shifts start at 9, 10, or 11 am and go until about 2 pm. Look for the board with the red glitter that says, Serving Up Love. David at cim@loveiscentral.org with questions, concerns or to volunteer!

15 December 2014/ Page 15 a Special Thanks Grounds Clean-Up Work Party THANK YOU! On November 23 rd, Central members and friends gathered after worship and helped to clear the fallen organic matter from the grounds. We filled several bags and really spruced up the property right before Advent begins! THANK YOU! Many hands make light the work and we had fun doing it! Property Committee David Johnson Tom Donlea Jeff Cook PLEASE JOIN US Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Wednesday, December 24 7:00 pm Central s sanctuary is a beautiful place at night and Christmas Eve worship is a magical experience.

16 December 2014/ Page 16 Introducing Central s new Music Director James Jelasic Now an International Steinway Artist, James Jelasic, by the age of nineteen, had twice been featured as a concerto soloist with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. He received his Master of Music degree in piano accompanying/vocal coaching from the University of Michigan. James resided and performed for a year in Munich under the gracious patronage of the Richard Strauss Family. He then moved to Paris as a Fulbright Scholar. The BBC, Radio France, WGMS in Washington, D.C., and PBS Television have broadcast several of his performances live. His recordings (WatersEdgeRecords.com) have garnered three semi-final GRAMMY nominations. While classically grounded, James musical interests extend to traditional American Ballroom Dance Music with his Society Dance Band and as a soloist nationally. He was formerly the Minister of Music at the Historic Falls Church Episcopal in Virginia, where George Washington was on the original vestry. James husband, tenor, Jon Lackey, is the Minister of Music at Peace Lutheran in West Seattle. Currently residing in metropolitan Seattle, James is active as a performer, accompanist/vocal coach, and piano teacher. He is looking forward to working at Central Lutheran with the church staff, the choirs and the welcoming congregation!

17 December 2014/ Page 17 Space for the Spirit Acknowledgements Acknowledgements say thank you For buttonholes and buttercups And tender thoughts expressed in Wordless actions That knit up factions Smoothing scowling brows And turning them into smiles. Acknowledgements say I remember you And what you do Or did for me And that alone is a soliloquy Nancy Tuininga WE WANT YOU! Central is bringing back our annual variety show Thursday, December 18th. Do you have a special talent you would like to share? An awesome cookie recipe that begs to be baked? Come join us for an evening of celebration, entertainment, and fellowship as we get together to witness all that you Centralites have to offer. We will gather at 6:30 pm for dinner and the program will start around 7:00 pm. We'll bring soup for dinner, you bring cookies and your unique talents. Reach out to Tom Donlea if you'd like to be part of the program. If you have any interest in helping set up or bring card tables, tablecloths, etc. talk to Erica Hieggelke. Looking forward to seeing you there!

18 December 2014/ Page 18 For Your Consideration A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM COLUMBIA CITY CHURCH OF HOPE: Columbia City Church of Hope: Winter Retreat: Soul-Tending in Times of Transition Where: Columbia City Church of Hope 3818 S Angeline St. Seattle, WA When: Saturday, December 6, :30 am to 4 pm (half-day option: 8:30 to noon) What: Do you find yourself in the midst of transition and in need of some direction? Transition is the process we undergo when we encounter change. Changes such as: starting a new job or school, moving to a new place, making a commitment to a life partner, welcoming a new member into our family, or grieving some loss. In between the letting go of the old and taking hold of the new, we find ourselves in the neutral zone which can be chaotic, but can also provide an opportunity for us to look at our lives through a new lens. Join Dr. Joe Sherman, pediatrician and veteran retreat leader, and Philip Pascual, a new counselling psychology student at The Seattle School, as we explore how to tend to our souls while we navigate these transitions and come to know ourselves more fully. Details: A light continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. This is a free offering with a suggested donation of $20. Please RSVP to Philip (pjpascual.ccch@gmail.com)!

19 December 2014/ Page 19 Community LUNCH on Capitol Hill Since Community Lunch is celebrating 30 years of serving, we thought it would be fun to take a look back. Did you know that in A gallon on gas was.$1.10 A movie ticket cost...$2.50 The average monthly rent was.....$350 The average home price was...$72,400 The Dow ended 1984 at...1,211! Big movies that year? Ghostbusters, Gremlins, The Terminator, Terms of Endearment The first meal Community Lunch actually served was at Good Shepherd Lutheran (on Thursdays), but it was moved to Central in 1985 because it was more accessible, and it s been there ever since. There were 9 people at the first meal, and by the time it moved to Central Lutheran it was averaging 50 people. Today, the average is 245! Phone nfo@comrriu nityl unch.org Address: 60910th Ave East Seattle, WA 96102

20 Community LUNCH on Capitol Hill December 2014/ Page 20 Join Community Lunch at the Central Forum for Faith Formation on December 7 th at 9:45 to learn more about our shared history, to see the new video, and to talk about Community Lunch plans for the future. We are looking forward to working with Central members each year during December. If you haven t had a chance to sign up yet, the sheets are on the board outside the office. We welcome everyone to help prepare and serve meals to vulnerable men, women and children, especially as the weather has turned into winter (ahead of time). It is always a treat to have a new crew share their talents in making hot, nutritious lunches. We train everyone, and promise a rewarding experience. Central member and Community Lunch Board member Chang Choi encourages everyone to join in! Fresh, organic produce from the Broadway Farmers Market will be available for the meal. It is a smorgasbord of vegetables and fruits grown here in western Washington to make a feast for our guests. The Soul Food: The Nourishing Power of Music and Word benefit concert was held on Sunday, November 23 rd at All Pilgrims Christian Church. It was a beautiful event with both instrumental and vocal music presentations. A good crowd of approximately 100 persons enjoyed the event, with an estimated $1,000 donated to Community Lunch. Many thanks to Tim Coglin for his masterful orchestration. Don Jensen, Director Phony info@communityluneh.arg Address: 509 foth Ave East Seattle, WA 98102

21 December 2014/ Page 21 Happy Birthday October Attendance Below, you ll find the names of Centralites celebrating their birthday this month. Share a birthday wish with them and help make it a special day! October 5 79 October October October Juni Nelson 12/02 Charlotte E. 12/04 Hope Y. 12/06 Katie Bell 12/12 Melissa Ford Shah 12/12 Cynthia Wold 12/14 Ossa Mojarad 12/14 Willa Brunsman Barnett 12/17 Dena Hedegaard 12/18 Anika Joshi 12/19 Grant Keeney 12/19 Savannah Daniels 12/21 Karen Hoven 12/21 Susan M. 12/21 Emily Samario 12/26 Sam R. 12/28 Elena Samario 12/29 Danielle Joyce 12/30 Winn Oxford 12/30 Natalie Tews 12/31 DiEw. This n That The Theology Book Group is taking a break in December, but will resume in January. Check the January Tidings for information on the next Theology Book Group. Mark your calendars Please be advised that Pastor Cindy will be on vacation beginning Thursday December 25 until Tuesday December 30.

22 December 2014/ Page 22 w,. For Prayer Central does have a Prayer Chain. If you are interested in joining it or have a concern you would like to have the Prayer Chain pray for, please contact Pastor Cindy ( ; pastor@loveiscentral.org). We pray for the following this month: Ill and recovering: Kathy Twohig Yada Hartmann Julie Mattson Jennifer Evan s mom Becky Evans Don Firth Karen Sy s sister Janice Karen Sy s brother-in-law Darrell Deanna Chavez, Steven Chapman s sister Willa Brunsman Barnett Madisyn Vrem Brown, cousin of Siri Miller Brooke Powers Grandma Tillie Sandy Kraegel s sister-in-law Patty Kraegel Katie Bell s stepmother Mrs. Ruth Schnepp Glen Gersmehl Tom Donlea s cousin Jake Gaffney Cori Myka s uncle Larry Pastor Verlon Brown

23 December 2014 December 2014 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa January 2015 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Nov 30 Dec I 6:00pm CLCH Food Delivery 6:00pm NA meeting (Parish Hall) i I 9:00am Community Lunch (Parish hall) 11:00am Staff Meeting (Pastor Cindy's office) 6:30pm AA Meeting (Parish Hall) 9:00am Community Lunch (Parish hall) 10:00am CLCH Food Delivery I 9:00am Choir (Church) 6:00pm NA meeting (Parish 9:00am Community Lunch 12:00pm Staff Training 6:00pm CLCH Food Delivery 9:00am Community Lunch I 9:45am Forum for faith Hall) (Parish hall) I (Fireside Room) (Parish hall) I 9:45am Sunday School 1:00pm Staff Meeting (Pastor 6:30pm AA Meeting (Parish I 11:00am Worship (Church) Cindy's office) Hall) I 12:30pm Committee Sunday 6:15pm Council Dinner (Parish I 1:00pm CLCH Food Delivery Hall) I 2:30pm St. Olaf Alumni Event 7:00pm Council Meeting I 9:00am Choir (Church) 6:00pm NA meeting (Parish 9:00am Community Lunch I 6:30pm AA Meeting (Parish I 6:00pm CLCH Food Delivery I 9:00am Community Lunch 9:30am Confirmation class [I Hall) (Parish hall) Hall) 6:30pm Christmas Variety (Parish hall) I (Fireside Room) r 11:00am Staff Meeting (Pastor F Show (Parish Hall) I 9:45am Forum for faith Cindy's office) I 9:45am Sunday School I 11:00am Worship (Church) I 1:00pm CLCH Food Delivery u Christmas Pageant 6:00pm NA meeting (Parish 9:00am Community Lunch Christmas Eve - OFFICE u Pastor Cindy on vacation I 9:00am Choir (Church) Hall) (Parish hall) CLOSED u Christmas - OFFICE CLOSED 9:00am Community Lunch I 9:45am Forum for faith 11:00am Staff Meeting (Pastor 7:00pm Christmas Eve Christmas meal (All Pilgrims (Parish hall) I 9:45am Sunday School 1 Cindy's office) Candlelight Communion Christian Church) I 11:00am Worship (Church) (Church) I 6:00pm CLCH Food Delivery I 1:00pm CLCH Food Delivery I 3:30pm CLCH Food Delivery I I I I Jan 1, Lessons & Carols Service 9:00am Choir (Church) 9:45am Café Central (Parish Hall) 11:00am Worship (Church) 1:00pm CLCH Food Delivery Pastor Cindy on vacation 6:00pm NA meeting (Parish Hall) P 9:00am Community Lunch (Parish hall) I 1:00pm Staff Meeting (Pastor Cindy's office) 6:30pm AA Meeting (Parish Hall) 10:00am Christmas Camp (Parish Hall) 10:00am CLCH Food Delivery 10:00am CLCH Food Delivery 10:00am CLCH Food Delivery

24 December 2014/ Page 24 M ark y our calend ars De c e m b e r 7 De c e m b e r 13 De c e m b e r 18 De c e m b e r 21 De c e m b e r 24 C om m it t e e Sunday C hrist m as C am p from 10am 2pm C e nt ralv arie t y Show C hrist m as Page ant during worship C hrist m as Eve C andle light C om m union at 7pm C e nt rallut he ran C hurc h Following C hrist ; sharing God s love for all pe ople. Mission St at e m e nt