FAITH at WORK. Whether or not the sun shines on Easter Sunday, we all know the Son shines every moment of everyday in and through each one of us.

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And, whether or not the sun shines on Easter Sunday, we all know the Son shines every moment of everyday in and through each one of us.

1 FAITH at WORK Faith Lutheran Church April 2015 Greetings, Sisters and Brothers in Christ Jesus! HEY! Christ is risen! Christ is risen, indeed! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia well, you get the picture. Finally, we can say Alleluia again. And, whether or not the sun shines on Easter Sunday, we all know the Son shines every moment of everyday in and through each one of us. Sometimes, it s hard to see him shine as we look around our country and our world and see the darkness that tries to overtake that Sonshine. The strife among and between people and cultures and beliefs can be confusing, and cause us to become disheartened. But, as we continue to live in God s grace and share the love of Jesus (the Risen Christ) with all, the Son shines ever (Continued on page 2) Holy Week and Easter Services Maundy Thursday: April 2, 7 pm Good Friday: April 3, 7 pm Whether or not the sun shines on Easter Sunday, we all know the Son shines every moment of everyday in and through each one of us. -Pastor Dawn Easter Sunday: April 5, 10:15 am Faith Lutheran Church 930 Queen Ave SW, Albany OR faithalbany@proaxis.com website: Pastor Dawn Gregg or In This Issue Events and Announcements Community Announcements Quilts People Calendars

2 (Continued from page 1) stronger in the world. And, as we continue to understand that each one of us is a child of God, worthy of love and respect, we grow in that Son shine and in our knowledge that each person is also a child of God, worthy of love and respect (whether we like them or not. Or, agree with them or not). And the Son shines ever brighter. Christ is risen!!! Christ is risen, indeed. Alleluia! And we are Easter people who have, over the past 40 days, followed Jesus on his way to Jerusalem and his death. This week, we joined him there as he rode in on a donkey, was turned over to the authorities, was tried, and sentenced to death. We watched as he died, and was buried. In a few days, we will be with the women as they go to the tomb to care for his body only to find the stone rolled away and the tomb empty. We know the end of that part of the story, we know that Christ is risen!!!... So now the question is: How is Christ risen in ME? How am I living out his resurrection in my life. And that s an important thing for followers of Jesus to ponder. After all, we ARE, as Luther said, little Christs wherever we find ourselves. That s our job, and it s a great job, too!! Happy, happy Easter, dear ones. Be sure to check out the rest of the newsletter for all of the many activities and events happening during April. Lots of things going on. One of those things is a 2 hour training session for listeners as the next step in our Vitality Study program. Please consider coming to the training to see if you might be one who is willing to learn and then listen to all the people of the congregation as they tell you a bit about their walk with Jesus at Faith Lutheran Church in minute listening post sessions. All of this is part of finding out how the Vitality of FLC should be focused. If you are interested, please let Carolyn or me know. I will be asking you, too. But, don t wait to be asked. Many of you are good listeners, and all of you care about FLC, so, just sign on. Thank you!!! I m glad spring is here, but mostly I m glad that Christ is risen!!! Your sister in Christ Jesus, Pr Dawn How does God call us to respond to Domestic Violence? Faith Lutheran will host presentations by Center against Rape and Domestic Violence (CARDV) and the Pastoral Counseling Center on Domestic Violence here, Saturday, April 18, from 2-4 pm. The entire community is invited. Childcare will be provided. To follow up and build on the Vitality Survey, we will need 12 to 15 volunteers to help interview everyone in our church community. Pastor Keys will meet with us April 22 for interviewer training. The goal is to interview everyone from little kids on up. Interviews will last 30 minutes or less, and will consist of only three questions. Contact Pastor Dawn or Carolyn if you are interested in volunteering.

Events and Announcements ALTAR GUILD will NOT meet in April CIRCLE OF FRIENDS meets on the third Saturday of each month for crafting, quilting, and fellowship.

.. Or pick up Faith at Work In glorious grayscale at the church each month. Skip the collection plate: Click Donate at http://faithalbany.org/ to tithe online.

Sponsored by Calapooia Boy Scouts, FLC, and Thrivent Financials. Special guest: the Easter Bunny!

3 Events and Announcements ALTAR GUILD will NOT meet in April CIRCLE OF FRIENDS meets on the third Saturday of each month for crafting, quilting, and fellowship. April 18 from 9 to 11:30; the quilt frame will be set up, the new sewing center for learners will be open, and tables for projects and crafts will be available. Everyone is welcome. The coffee pot will be on and you can bring snacks to share. SUBSCRIBE to NEWSLETTERS Would you like to receive the monthly Faith at Work in glorious color in your inbox? Please let Carolyn know. Send a request to the church office at faithalbany@proaxis.com, call , stop in, slide a note under the office door... Or pick up Faith at Work In glorious grayscale at the church each month. Skip the collection plate: Click Donate at to tithe online. Set up onetime or recurring donations, using your checking, savings, debit, or credit card account. Ask Treasurer Alice W. for more information. Saturday, April 4, at Grand Prairie Park. Sponsored by Calapooia Boy Scouts, FLC, and Thrivent Financials. Special guest: the Easter Bunny! Age group Start time am 3-4 9:30 am am :30 am :00 am will be served between 9:00 and 10:00 am Easter Sunday, before worship On the Menu: Breakfast Casserole Pancakes Fruit Coffee, Tea, Juice, Milk The cost is $6 per person or $18 per family. Proceeds will go toward our youth program. Save the Date Camp Lutherwood will lead our DAY CAMP July 19-24, for children in 1st through 6th grade. The theme is What Matters Most, and fun crafts will include beaded Bible bookmarks, prayer flags, and heart stones (collect clean, flat stones for painting). More information to come, or contact Dixie or Carolyn. -Visit or call to check out other Summer Camp opportunities for all ages at Camp Lutherwood

FLC 2015 Rummage Sale Friday April 10, 8 am - 4 pm & Saturday April 11, 8 am - 2 pm Dig deep into those closets and clean out the garage too!

We will offer plants again this year plus baked goods will be sold by the FLC Relay team.

com if you can help, or if you need pick up service for larger items. Little Sprouts Preschool & Extended Care OPEN HOUSE Friday, April 10 from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday April 11 from 9 a.

extended care Creative approach to learning taught by Oregon-certified teachers Very reasonable rates Morning & afternoon sessions available CALLING ALL BAKERS Relay for Life is having

4 FLC 2015 Rummage Sale Friday April 10, 8 am - 4 pm & Saturday April 11, 8 am - 2 pm Dig deep into those closets and clean out the garage too! Please bring your donations on Monday after Easter (April 6); we accept anything that s clean and in working order, but we cannot accept alcohol, meds and firearms. We will offer plants again this year plus baked goods will be sold by the FLC Relay team. Proceeds to complete fund for new chairs in our fellowship hall to be purchased this year, promise! Volunteers are needed-contact Peggy Preston (541) or PegPreston@aol.com if you can help, or if you need pick up service for larger items. Little Sprouts Preschool & Extended Care OPEN HOUSE Friday, April 10 from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday April 11 from 9 a.m. to noon located at Queen at Elm SW, near West Albany High School Open year round We welcome all children of any faith, 3 6 with more openings for kindergarten-age children in extended care Creative approach to learning taught by Oregon-certified teachers Very reasonable rates Morning & afternoon sessions available CALLING ALL BAKERS Relay for Life is having a bake sale April 10 and 11, 2015 (during the Rummage Sale). We need cookies (all kinds), brownies, pies, breads, etc. Please no cupcakes as they don't sell. Also we are accepting donations for our Silent Auction Dinner, May 16th. Our fundraising goal this year is $3, Thank you for supporting Relay for Life. Questions - contact a team member.

Family Fun Bowling Families and friends, we invite you to spend an afternoon bowling at Lakeshore Lanes with the rest of the congregation. This event will be held on April 12th at 1:00 pm.

Community Announcements and News LBCC s English Language & Culture Institute (ELCI) is looking for host families to share their homes, culture, and customs with international students for one to six

Attend Jackson Street Youth Shelter s free Spring Fundraising Reception April 16 from 5:30 to 7 pm. RSVP to http://www.jacksonstreet.

5 Family Fun Bowling Families and friends, we invite you to spend an afternoon bowling at Lakeshore Lanes with the rest of the congregation. This event will be held on April 12th at 1:00 pm. All children are Free. We ask adults to pay $5.00. This covers two hours of bowling and shoes. If you don t bowl, come anyway to eat, talk, and cheer. Please invite others! Community Announcements and News LBCC s English Language & Culture Institute (ELCI) is looking for host families to share their homes, culture, and customs with international students for one to six months. ELCI will pay each family $510 per month to house and feed each student. For more information, call , or see the announcement on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Attend Jackson Street Youth Shelter s free Spring Fundraising Reception April 16 from 5:30 to 7 pm. RSVP to for drinks, hors d oeuvres, and a short presentation at the Albany Golf & Event Center, 155 Country Club Lane. Bring your hammer and a friend to an old-fashioned barn raising at Mennonite Village. We are constructing a picnic shelter and need your help. The project will take place in two stages: On Saturday, April 11-8:00-12 noon we will prepare trusses and lumber On Saturday, June 13-8:00-4:00 we will raise the trusses and attach roof and siding; lunch will be provided. We are looking for 40 volunteers. The shelter is located next to Quail Run at th Ave SE, Albany Please RSVP during business hours to the Receptionist at (541) or after hours to Lisa Ebersole at (541) Check out the flyer on the bulletin board on the Fellowship Hall From Fish of Albany: Dear Friends: Thank you for your recent donation of paper and personal hygiene products to Fish of Albany! Your contributions are right on target to help us meet the needs of folks struggling to make ends meet. Over the past 40 years, Fish has developed new programs and evolved our services to keep up with everchanging needs. In 2014, fish helped over 25,100 people. The number of requests for assistance rises every year, and with support such as yours, we are able to address most of them. Fish staff and volunteers appreciate your sharing of your own resources to help others. It s gratifying to have community partners in our work indeed, your participation makes it possible. May God bless you, Annette Hobbs Executive Director Grief Support Benton Hospice Service offers a number of free programs to anyone in Linn and Benton counties, including grief support groups, individual counseling, and community education. Call or visit for more information. Samaritan Health Services also offers free grief education and support for people in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon and surrounding areas, including a seven-week group starting April 30 visit samhealth.org/ Hospice or call or Multiple thanks also from the Fellowship and Social Concerns Committee for the success of the drive

6 News from Luther House Leave a Lasting Legacy Thrivent Financial Representatives Ronald D. Mohr. ChFC, FIC and Charles Owen, CFP, FIC, in conjunction with InFaith Community Foundation, Lutheran Campus Ministry at Oregon State University and Camp Lutherwood Oregon invite you to an event that celebrates the Joy of Giving. Through the Foundation, thousands of individuals and families are expressing generosity and leaving legacies by giving to their favorite charities through a donor advised fund. Please join us to hear Chris Andersen from InFaith Community Foundation who will show us how, together, we can share our blessings in personal, faith-filled and creative ways.this is an opportunity to enjoy good company and learn how we can do more with what we have. There are two ways to participate a lunch gathering on Tuesday, May 5, in the Albany area or an early evening gathering on Wednesday, May 6, in West Salem. Exact times and locations will be released soon. Join us for this one and one-half hour conversation with tips on how to take the next steps toward fulfilling your life legacy goals. Welcome Ann Blegen Newly chosen Luther House Office and Hospitality Coordinator, Ann Blegen is often the first person you meet when visiting or calling Luther House. Her connection with Luther House began when she moved to Oregon to begin her social work career. Attending church one Sunday in 1988, she was greeted by several college students, among them her (unknown then) husband-to-be, Craig Massie. As time went on, Ann became involved in student activities, the Liturgical Arts Guild, the Luther House board, and now Office and Hospitality Coordinator. Ann is an active member of Good Samaritan Episcopal Church in Corvallis. She enjoys skiing, reading, and singing in the church choir. She is also a busy mom to two teenagers. Welcome Ann. We re glad you ve joined the Luther House staff. Lutherfest 2015 a Success Thanks to everyone who helped make the Luther House beer and cheese pairing fundraiser a huge success. $9,250 was raised to direct support ministry to students this year. We couldn t have done it without our sponsors and guests. The planning team has its eye on February 7 next year as the date for Lutherfest Tell your friends and plan to join us then. Pr. Jim Norlie QUILT SEASON the sanctuary is extra cozy and colorful until the quilts go on to those who need them most Community Rewards from Fred Meyer: Sign up for the Community Rewards program by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to Faith Lutheran Church at community rewards. You can search for us by our non-profit number (FLC 89935). Every time you shop, you help FLC earn donations that will be used towards special projects and kitchen supplies. You will still earn your Rewards Points, Fuel Points, and Rebates, just as you already do. -Fellowship & Social Concerns Committee

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH 2015 STAFF Pastor The Rev. Dawn Gregg Office Manager Carolyn D. Organist/Pianist Cheryl B. Custodian Teresa M. CHURCH COUNCIL President Claus S. Vice President John D.

7 FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH 2015 STAFF Pastor The Rev. Dawn Gregg Office Manager Carolyn D. Organist/Pianist Cheryl B. Custodian Teresa M. CHURCH COUNCIL President Claus S. Vice President John D. Secretary Cindy H. Treasurer Alice W. Financial Secretary Rose Mary A. Education Dixie D. Evangelism & Mission Beth H. Fellowship & Social Concerns Peggy P. Property Management Charles B. Stewardship & Resources Mary S. G. Worship & Music Bob B. Youth Jennifer H. REMEMBER OUR HOMEBOUND: Bob B. Bernice & Gene H. Jean L. Evelyn M. Evelyn M. Mission Endowment Fund Jon A. Preschool Board PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER THOSE NEEDING STRENGTH, GUIDANCE AND HEALING: Marian A. Julia H. Pat N. Lin W. OUR SYMPATHY & PRAYERS TO THOSE WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF LOVED ONES The Wogomon Family on the death of Melvin Wogomon Evelyn Monson on the death of her brother Dani B. Beth H. Scott P. Nicholas W. Frank B. Courney H. Jim P. Norah W. Jackye B. Arnold C. Gary C. Izzy C. Amanda F. Penny G. Joannie G. Bonnie K. Jean L. Marc M. Cher M. Vanessa M. Heidi M. Pamm N. Kathy R. Nona S. Randy S. Pr. Randy S. Rosi S. Alice V. Linda Gail V. Carl W. Cheryl W. Brandon Jamie Lou Nick Office hours I plan be in the church office: Mondays 11:30-4 Tuesdays 12-4 Wednesdays 8-11 Thursdays 8-4 Plus a few more hours here and there -Carolyn

8 APRIL Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 29 Passion/Palm Sunday - scarlet or purple Quilt Blessing 9:00 AM Christian Education 10:15 AM Worship Service 11:30 AM Fellowship & Social Concerns 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Confirmation/ FLY 5:00 PM Youth Committee Meeting 5 9:00 AM Easter Breakfast 10:15 AM Worship Service :00 PM Boy Scouts 6 Bring Rummage Sale Donations 7:00 PM Boy Scouts 7:00 PM Stewardship & Resources Meeting 13 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM LBCC Class 7:00 PM Boy Scouts :00 AM Quilting 3:30 PM Krafty Kids 5:30 PM Music & Worship Committee 7 8 Rummage Sale Setup 9:00 AM No Quilting 3:30 PM Krafty Kids 7:00 PM Council Meeting 14 1:00 PM Mary- Martha Circle 15 Newsletter Deadline 9:00 AM Quilting 3:30 PM Krafty Kids 2 10:15 AM Bible Study (Quail Run) 7:00 PM Maundy Thursday Service 9 10:15 AM Bible Study (Quail Run) 6:00 PM Preschool Board Meeting 16 10:15 AM Bible Study (Quail Run) 12:00 PM Hope Circle 3 4:00 PM NO First Friday Movie- Cancelled for April 6:00 PM NO First Friday Supper- Cancelled for April 7:00 PM Good Friday Service 10 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Rummage Sale 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM FLC Preschool Open House 4 9:00 AM Easter Egg Hunt 10:00 AM NO Altar Guild Meeting 11 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Rummage Sale 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM FLC Preschool Open House :00 AM - 11:30 AM Circle of Friends 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Presentation on Domestic Violence Consecration talks during worship 9:00 AM Christian Education 10:15 AM Worship Service 11:30 AM Evangelism & Mission Committee 11:30 AM Mission Endowment Committee 1:00 PM Family Fun Bowling 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Confirmation/FLY 19 Consecration talks during worship 9:00 AM Christian Education 10:15 AM Worship Service 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Confirmation/FLY 20 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM LBCC Class 7:00 PM Boy Scouts 21 1:30 PM Volunteer Caregivers 7:00 PM Education Committee 22 Volunteer Training- Vitality 9:00 AM Quilting 3:30 PM Krafty Kids 23 10:15 AM Bible Study (Quail Run) 24 Oregon Synod Assembly 25 Oregon Synod Assembly 26 Consecration talks during worship Oregon Synod Assembly 9:00 AM Christian Education 10:15 AM Worship Service 11:30 AM Fellowship & Social Concerns 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Confirmation/FLY 5:00 PM Youth Committee Mtg 27 Dessert meeting for Consecration Sunday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM LBCC Class 7:00 PM Boy Scouts :00 AM Quilting 10:00 AM Property Committee 3:30 PM Krafty Kids 30 10:15 AM Bible Study (Quail Run) 1 4:00 PM First Friday Movie 6:00 PM First Friday Supper 2 10:00 AM Altar Guild Meeting

Worship Leader Team April April 5 12 19 26 ASSISTING MINISTERS Shirley K Janice V Diane C Terry V LECTOR Jeff F Jackye B Carol O Charles B KID S WORSHIP Carol O Diane C Mary S G Pastor Dawn COMMUNION

9 Worship Leader Team April April ASSISTING MINISTERS Shirley K Janice V Diane C Terry V LECTOR Jeff F Jackye B Carol O Charles B KID S WORSHIP Carol O Diane C Mary S G Pastor Dawn COMMUNION CUP BASKET HOLDERS USHERS John/Paula D John B Wally O Claus/Kim S Dick O Al N ACOLYTES Emma L Dexter B Emma L Dexter B SOUND TECHNICIAN Zach H Stan B John B Isabella K READINGS Acts 10:34 43 Psalm 118:1 2, Corinthians 15:1 11 Mark 16:1 8 Acts 4:32 35 Psalm John 1:1 2:2 John 20:19 31 Acts 3:12 19 Psalm 4 1 John 3:1 7 Luke 24:36b 48 Acts 4:5 12 Psalm 23 1 John 3:16 24 John 10:11 18 "Spring, Spring, Spring!" sang the frog. "Spring!" said the groundhog. "Spring, Spring, Spring!" sang the robin. It was Spring. The leaves burst out, the flowers burst out, and robins burst out of their eggs. It was Spring. -Margaret Wise Brown, Home for a Bunny

Faith Lutheran Church 930 Queen Ave SW Albany Oregon 97321 Phone: 541-928-7660 SUNDAY mornings at 10:15 Sunday school classes meet at 9:00

10 Faith Lutheran Church 930 Queen Ave SW Albany Oregon Phone: SUNDAY mornings at 10:15 Sunday school classes meet at 9:00 Webpage: Faith at Work Faith Lutheran Church 930 Queen Ave SW Albany, OR PLACE STAMP HERE

FAITH at WORK. Faith Lutheran Church. Pastor Dawn Gregg. Greetings, Sisters and Brothers in Christ Jesus, In This Issue

FAITH at WORK. Faith Lutheran Church. Pastor Dawn Gregg. Greetings, Sisters and Brothers in Christ Jesus, In This Issue FAITH at WORK Faith Lutheran Church March 2015 Greetings, Sisters and Brothers in Christ Jesus, Well, here we are in the season of Lent a 40-day journey (not counting Sundays) when we hear again the story