The Scribe. Epiphany. New Adult Classes have begun. -New Member-in sanctuary -St. Nicholas-The Real Story-upstairs. The Great War

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1 Black Forest Lutheran Church January, 2019 Vol II The Scribe Epiphany Now that the wise men seeking Jesus have found him, we enter the season of Epiphany. The Greek word epiphany means appearing. It can refer to a star appearing in the sky like the one that led the wisemen. Or it can be someone standing in the dark who is revealed when the light suddenly shines on them. On Sunday mornings of this season, spanning January and February, the spot light shines on Jesus and we will see just who he is, as God s Son, the source of life, love, peace, and light. And because he is our Lord and we his followers, we'll see more clearly who we are, as he lives through us. New Adult Classes have begun. -New Member-in sanctuary -St. Nicholas-The Real Story-upstairs The Great War How did WWI effect individuals on both sides? What effects from the war still linger today? Mark Ewig, historian, teacher, and my good friend will give a presentation, The Great War, here at BFLC on Thursday, January 24 at 7:00p. Since this is free and open to the public, I encourage you to invite a friend or neighbor. Details on pg. 4. Annual Meeting Sunday, January 27 at 11:45a. Potluck

2 Book Stew 2019-Lots and lots of books!!! The Book Stew will go til Feb. 3. This year s proceeds will be donated to the Salvation Army s Support for Veterans. Thank you for your continued support and donations. New Lecture Series On Tuesdays at 11:30a we have begun a new lecture series for those that would like to join us for Lecture and Lunch. The last lecture series that we finished in Dec was about the history of the American West and we are going to continue with our study of different regions of the US with a new series on the South. The American South constantly appears in films, novels, music and television often in mythical form. The actual history of the South, it turns out, was more interesting than the mythology. The Thursday evening Ladies Bible Study will be reading Developing a Servant's Heart by Charles Stanley. We welcome anyone who would like to join us. We meet at church from 6:30-8:00p in the classroom upstairs. Questions, please contact Karen Gourley or Paige Summerfield.

3 Senior Social Starts up on January 23 at 1:00p in the fellowship hall! Join us for our monthly get together to socialize, play dominoes, or do crafts. There is no obligation to participate in the games. Individuals bring their own crafts to work on. Others use the opportunity to just sit and talk. Light snacks are provided. Annual Meeting Sunday, January 27 at 11:45a Potluck, bring a dish to share! Budget Forum this Sunday at 9:30a meeting upstairs. Post-Retirement Planning Once fully retired, sometimes things go on autopilot, and planning and adjusting for your family s unique situation is sometimes overlooked. Please join Melissa Devolve, CFP, on Thursday, January 24-11am - 1pm - for a conversation about planning for the later years. We will discuss what we have seen as best practices for individuals, couples, and families as their lives change during retirement, and how best to prepare for this season of your life. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP by January 21 to Mary Montie at maryemontie@yahoo.com.

4 The Great War A presentation on WWI by historian Mark Ewig Thursday, Jan. 24 at 7:00p Black Forest Lutheran Church Black Forest Road, Title: The Great War: How the FIVE As Alliances, Armaments, Attrition, America, and Armistice (and beyond) affected the lives of those who fought and the effects TODAY Summary: The presentation focuses on how naïve the participants were in that a series of alliances led to a war that no one expected. French and German preparations, as well as advancements in armaments, led to a gruesome war of attrition never seen before. Worldwide in scope, America entered late but still suffered severely more than the great battles of the Civil War and WWII. The results of the WWI armistice affected Europe and the world for the next 80 years, and some effects, especially in the Middle East, still cause tensions today. There will be individual stories of regular people who lives became entwined in this catastrophe. Biography: Mark Ewig has spent his life studying the world. With a B.S. degree from the AF Academy (International Affairs major) and a M.A. from the University of Utah in Middle Eastern Studies, Mark spent 26 years in the Air Force in the intelligence field having served in Thailand during the Vietnam War, Germany, United Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia. Upon his retirement, he went into public school teaching where he taught at both Lewis-Palmer and Palmer Ridge High Schools in Monument. His emphasis was on AP U.S. History. AP U.S. Government, and Micro and Macroeconomics. He received numerous local and state-wide awards in both history and economics. Mark retired after 20 years of public high school teaching this past May. Mark is married to the former Kristie Gates of Greeley, and they have 3 grown children and seven grandchildren. *In case of snow cancelation, the alternate date is Thursday, Jan. 31.

5 Growing Together is a time for parents of young children or teenagers to gather and discuss the joys and challenges of parenthood. This month, Growing Together will be on Friday the 25 th from 6:30-8pm. TRAVEL GROUP GATHERINGS SATURDAY, JANUARY 2:00p Hosted by Bart & Donna Ewers IF YOUR LAST NAME STARTS WITH: N through Z - Please bring a snack to share SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2:00P Hosted by George & Chris Cooper IF YOUR LAST NAME STARTS WITH: A through M we would like to suggest the following snacks for you to bring - Finger Sandwiches, deviled eggs, relish tray or chips

6 Date Set for Marriage Retreat at Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp March The cost is $200/couple which includes: -Lodging -All very delicious meals. -Archery -Hikes -Campfires Additional costs would be: Low Ropes $5.00 High Ropes $5.00 Wood Carving $4.25 Crafts $4.25 It really is going to be an amazing weekend with just you and your spouse away from all the craziness of our everyday lives. You all deserve to do this; it's time to invest in each other! Please let me know if you would like to sign-up! Blessings, Lisa Regennitter PS Let me know if you have any questions!

7 Line Dancing this Friday, Jan. 18 at 10:00a! Led by Chris Cooper Fun, Fun, Fun! Starting your Day With God Have a quiet interlude with God before you begin your full day can bring assurance of being prepared for what the day may hold. Martin Luther stressed the need for time and prayer with God before anything else. Our Portals of Prayer devotional booklets have a brief scripture and thought provoking devotion written for each day. Pick one up on the table in the narthex and take the time to give it a try as you continue to grow as a disciple of Christ. Choir-meets on Wednesday nights at 7:00p, we welcome new voices. Handbells-meets on Monday nights at 7:00p, we welcome new ringers Giving Envelopes are in your church mailbox.

8 Growing Together is a time for parents of young children or teenagers to gather and discuss the joys and challenges of parenthood. This month, Growing Together will be on Friday the 25 th from 6:30-8pm. Wiggle Worship: Occurring during the 10:30 am Sunday worship service, Wiggle Worship is a time where children are invited to join Jeremy in the Mountain Room following the Kids Chat for a time of singing, dancing, and playing. We ask that parents pick up their children at the beginning of the time of communion so that families may be together during the Eucharist.

9 Parish Coffee: Jeremy would love to have coffee with you and dive deeper into the nuts and bolts of the Youth and Family Parish Ministry. Call or text him a to set up a time in your area. Summit & Confirmation: Every Wednesday night from 6-8pm, middle and high school students gather for games, snacks and a talk from 6-7pm. Then from 7-8pm, we have a more in depth study time for our confirmation students although all students are welcome to attend. Black Forest Board Game Group: We meet every 2nd and 4th Thursday at Black Forest Brewery from 6:30-8pm to share and play board games together. All ages are welcome to join! This is a wonderful time to hang out and get to know some great people and share some of your favorite games!

10 February 3-Souper Bowl Souper Bowl of Caring is a national movement of young people working to fight hunger and poverty in their own communities around the time of Super Bowl football game. We will be collecting monetary donations and food for the people in need. Our donations will go to BF Cares. February 9-Sweetheart Dinner February 17-New Member Reception What the Book Group is Reading in February Homer s Odyssey: A Fearless Feline Tale, or How I learned About Love and Life With a Blind Wonder Cat By Gwen Cooper Join us at the church for discussion on Wed. Feb. 20th at 1 PM A pet rescue volunteer and literacy outreach coordinator describes her relationship with a three-pound blind cat whose daredevil character and affectionate personality saw the author through six moves, a burglary, and the healing of her broken heart. Copies of the book on loan from the Pikes Peak Library District Book Club Collection are available in the church office to be signed out. Please call Nancy Lord at with any questions.

11 Sweetheart Dinner: Make sure to mark your calendars for this years Sweetheart Dinner on Saturday, February 9th. Our four course dinner is one of the largest youth fundraisers of the year and as such, our students pull out all the stops to ensure you and your special someone have a magical night. This years theme will be I love you. I know: A Night Under the Star Wars and the cost is $25 per person. Childcare will be provided. Please , call or text Jeremy to make a reservation. TheGroveBFLC@BFLChurch.org, Stop the Bleed! The public is invited to attend a FREE session on how to stop accidental bleeding until emergency responders arrive. These first-aid techniques, provided by a UC Health team of paramedics, could save a life. The training will be given from 9:30-11 AM on 13 February in the Fellowship Hall at the Black Forest Lutheran Church, Black Forest Road. The session is open to the public. The training demonstrations will be provided to small groups, so please contact Ray at or Stan at for

12 Parish Ministers Needed! A huge thank you to those who ve stepped up and begun to serve! If you would like to get involved with caring for our young families by checking in with them once a month, then fill out the short form on the grove website (thegrovebflc.org) or chat with Jeremy over coffee about how to use your life to bless the young people of our congregation! With Great Power, Comes Great Responsibility. Let the Church Office know when You have a hospital visit coming up or have an emergency You have a new address or phone number You don t see your birthday or wedding date in the Scribe You have a new baby You are planning to get married You have a prayer need for the prayer chain There are lots of dishes left in the kitchen on the cart, please check if they are yours or they will be donated!

13 Black Forest Board Game Group: We meet every 2nd and 4th Thursday at Black Forest Brewery from 6:30-8pm to share and play board games together. All ages are welcome to join! This is a wonderful time to hang out and get to know some great people and share some of your favorite games! Recycle Your Cards What do you do with all those beautiful Christmas cards sent to you? What about all the sample cards from organizations wanting a donation? Do you feel sad throwing out lovely birthday and anniversary cards you ve received? Well, they can be recycled. BFLC will be collecting them (look for the basket in the fellowship hall) and sending them to St. Jude s Ranch for Children for its Recycled Card Program. St. Jude s turns the cards into new cards and sells them in packets. All occasion cards are accepted; birthday, anniversary, thank you, get well, holiday, etc. Social Ministry Committee

14 Dear Brothers in Christ: This is letter is acknowledge that Iglesia Luterana Cristo Rey received your blessed benevolence gift in the amount of $ We feel blessed by your support and generosity toward ministries including Dra. Mendoza s Clinic in Juarez. Thank you & May God Bless You. Ceci Herrera Dear BFLC, I am writing to thank you for the generous gift of $ to the Rocky Mountain Fischer House Foundation. Sincerely, Sara Morris Dear BFLC, Thank you so much for your recent gift of $ to RT Annual Fund. Yours in Christ, Dave Jarvis Dear Christian Friends of Orphan Grain Train, Thank you for your contribution of $500 to Orphan Grain Train Rocky Mountain Branch. Sincerely, Carolyn Kerschner

15 OUR STAFF Pastor - Kenneth D. Hohag Ministry Coordinator - Jeanette Gould Youth & Ed Director - Jeremy Ryan Administrative Assistant - Lisa Regennitter Organist - Barbara Gurnett Choir Director - Melanie Hohag Handbell Choir Director- Bill Fitzpatrick Ministers - All Members Weekday Hours 9:00am-2:00pm OUR HOURS Tuesday-Friday (Closed Mondays) Phone: Fax: bflc@bflchurch.org Web site: bflchurch.org Sunday Hours SUNDAY WORSHIP SUNDAY SCHOOL SUMMER WORSHIP 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. 9:30 am (September - May) 9:00 am (June August) OUR MISSION Black Forest Lutheran Church glorifies God through worship, prayer, education and service as ambassadors of Christ.