THE CLARION CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH

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1 THE CLARION CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH FEBRUARY 2016 Volume 19, Issue 2 Mission Statement: Christ Lutheran Church exists to...continue to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with members, community & the world. Longer Days The Lenten Season (or Lent for short) is now before us. As the year progresses we see a lengthening of days, thus where we get the name lenten from its Old English origins. Though the name reflects the outward characteristics of the earth s seasons, the meaning of Lent in the Church itself is something quite different. Early on in the Church, Christians set aside the time leading up to holy week for deeper faith contemplation. As Christ s disciples they reflected on God s work in baptism and the hope that comes through our Lord s suffering, death and resurrection. Many observed this time with a 40 day fast. (But Pastor, Ash Wednesday to Easter is longer than 40 days. Why? That s true, but the Sundays are Festival days of Christ s resurrection, and are not counted. So the fasts were not observed on Sundays.) This fast varied greatly from region to region, and in some Catholic traditions we still see that Fridays bear a common element, such as the eating of meat to be restricted to fish. Many Christians around the world continue some sort of fast by intentionally going without, or depriving themselves from a personal want, in order to willingly embrace a sense of suffering as an aid to remember Christ s humility and work, and for their prayers. (For more information on fasting, see Matthew 6.) In the fast the focus is never on the work of the individual, but on Christ, and how man does not live by bread alone, but by every Word that comes from the mouth of the LORD. (Deuteronomy 8:3) If you choose to fast or not this Lenten Season is entirely between you and God. No doubt, fasting can make for some longer days, but typically they are well worth it. In order to help you get thinking about Lent, fasting, and the overall scope of this season in general, consider the following text from the book of Hebrews, Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that is, through his flesh, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. (Hebrews 10:19-25 ESV) Enjoy Lent. Listen intently to God s Word, remembering that He alone washes you clean and is with you all the way. In Christ s Service Pastor Vanderbush 1 Volume 19, Issue 2

2 February 1, Gary Franklin February 1, Mary Lee Franklin February 1, Rudi Rushing February 2, Ben Rushing February 2, Sharon Trang February 3, Renee Rittiluechai February 4, Cassandra Cassity February 5, Ken Schoppa February 6, Shane Gentry February 6, K.T. Kothmann February 6, Asher Redd February 7, Forrest Edwards February 7, Calvin Lemon February 7, Kevin Woelfel February 8, Sally Jarrett February 9, Austin Baxter February 10, Joyce Kuhl February 11, Adam Freeman February 11, Carter Greenwood February 11, Pam Kennedy February 12, James Holland February 14, Han Ratliff February 16, Eunice Korinek February 18, Wanda Seaberg February 19, Monica Arellano February 20, Debbie Hedgcoth February 20, Tate Woelfel February 22, Ryan Hedgcoth February 26, Ethan Morgan February 27, Kelly Kensing February 28, Jacob Holland February 29, Charlie Ray Hunsucker HAPPY ANNIVERSARY February 6, Roxie and Danny Sammons February 12, Jack and Rebecca Meeks February 14, Gary and Carolyn McCaleb February 14, Weldon and Dena Spears FEBRUARY'S SERVANTS ALTAR SERVICE ASSISTING MINISTER Holly and Abigail Vanderbush Forrest Edwards GREETERS February 7 & 14 February 21 & 28 KITCHEN HOSTESSES OFFERING TELLERS ACOLYTES SUNDAY, February 7 SUNDAY, February 14 SUNDAY, February 21 SUNDAY, February 28 Brad and Chris Larson Forrest & Marky Edwards Barbara Merz and Sharon Trang Mike Bunyard and Diana Schneider Liam Meeks Haylee Morgan Aden Vanderbush Ashleigh Hoffman Our next GAME DAY is WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 th at 1:00 P.M. in FELLOWSHIP HALL. 2 Volume 19, Issue 2

3 BRAILLE WORK CENTER SCHEDULE BRAILLE #1: Tuesday, February 16 th & Tuesday, February 23 rd at 9:00 A.M. BRAILLE #2: Tuesday, February 9 th & Tuesday, February 23 rd at 6:00 P.M. BRAILLE MAKE-UP SESSION: Thursday, February 25 th at 9:00 A.M. SPIRITUAL BOARD MEETING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3 rd, 7:00 P.M. CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 st, FOLLOWING WORSHIP. EDUCATION BOARD MEETING THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18th, 7:00 P.M. Solo Lunch Bunch Are you a solo lady among the pairs? We are a group of solo (for various reasons) ladies here at Christ Lutheran that meet once a month for lunch at a local restaurant. Whether you are solo for a short time or solo for a long time, we would like to invite you to join us on the second Thursday of the month for fun, fellowship, and food. This month, we will meet on February 11 th at 11:30 am at Crafthouse Gastropub, th St. Please let Sherry Herzog know of your interest so we can add you to our reminder list. (Phone: ; Herzfluffy@aol.com) 3 Volume 19, Issue 2

4 WHAT IS THE CHURCH COUNCIL DOING?? Church Council members installed by Pastor Vanderbush on First Council meeting, , after Worship Service Filled vacant positions of Vice-President (Chris Morgan) and Community Relations (Marky Edwards). Appointed Myron Trang Education Board Chairman --- all installed by Pastor at Worship Service Looking for volunteer to assume Kitchen Hostess position --- please contact church office if interested. Formed ad hoc committee to do financial review of committee composed of: Debbie Hedgcoth, Larry Franklin, Jared Cookston, and Brad Larson Erwin Merz investigating options and cost of parking lot repair Reviewing lease arrangements for property on South Quaker to maintain agricultural use application for tax purposes --- Ken Schoppa helping with this Discussion regarding CARE PROCESS report Pray for volunteer to fill VBS director position Next meeting --- SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 ST AFTER WORSHIP SERVICE GOOD NEWS BIBLE STUDY The Good News Bible Study will meet the 2 nd and 4 th Tuesday of every month at 1:00 P.M. in the southeast classroom. "The Vine Speaks" by Cindy Steinbeck is our subject of study. It is a wonderfully written and thought-provoking study. The author will be the main speaker for the LWML convention to be held in Lubbock this coming summer. All are welcome to come and enjoy. Thanks, Jackie Watkins PASTOR VANDERBUSH'S OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY AND AFTERNOONS: BY APPOINTMENT ONLY TUESDAY: 9AM-12PM WEDNESDAY: 9AM-12PM THURSDAY: 9AM-12PM FRIDAY: OFF CHURCH OFFICE HOURS MONDAY: CLOSED TUESDAY: 8AM-2:45 PM WEDNESDAY: 8AM-2:45 PM THURSDAY: 8AM-2:45 PM FRIDAY: 8AM-2:45PM 4 Volume 19, Issue 2

5 LUTHERAN STUDENT CENTER (LSC) NEWS The spring semester is rapidly approaching! If you would be interested in providing a Sunday evening meal during the spring semester, please let me know if you or your church group would like to sign up for one or more of the following dates: Feb 28, Apr 3, Apr 10, Apr 24, May 1, May 8, May 15. Bible Study is at 5:30, meal at 6:00 and fun and fellowship at 7:00.We can come pick up the food and deliver it to the Lutheran Student Center if you would prefer just to cook, (or if you want to freeze something ahead of time, that would work too). me at: monica_m_arellano@yahoo.com or call: *There is a sign-up sheet posted in the Fellowship Hall for the available dates. Thank you! WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY This year, we will be doing an in-depth study based on a Max Lucado book, He Chose the Nails. This study is 15 sessions long. In February, we will start meeting once a month on the second Wednesday of each month through May, from 10:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. Everyone is welcome. We will watch a couple of videos that go with the study and we might occasionally listen to some inspirational music that was especially written for this study. Yours in Christ, Barbara Merz, Volume 19, Issue 2

6 CROSSword Puzzle You may need a King James Version of the Bible to complete this puzzle. 6 Volume 19, Issue 2

7 CLC Kids Corner Please pray for our children: Almighty God, heavenly Father, You have blessed us with the joy and care of children. Give us calm strength and patient wisdom that as they grow in years, we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen 7 Volume 19, Issue 2

8 LUBBOCK UPBRING (THE NEW LSS) ADVISORY BOARD NEWS FOSTER KIDS (FIT) - The FIT offices will be moving by January 30 th to a new location on University just up from Target. At present they have 48 kids with 55 being the budget number. There will be four placements mid-january. State rules have changed and there will no longer be any homes with more than six kids. This new rule has affected five of their homes. FIT is working with Mary Lee Franklin and St. Paul Lutheran in Plainview to make birthday boxes so each foster kid will have something for their birthday. HEALTH FOR FRIENDS (HFF) Due to the move to our new facility and the snow, only 79 clients were seen in the clinic during December. However, over 7,000 clients were seen for the year. During 2016, there were 331 participants in the glucose test strip program and 43 glucometers were given out for just over $300. There were 253 people assisted during the year with their prescriptions for a total of $6,162. A grant for $3,500 for prescription assistance and $4,000 for the glucose strip program was received. The grant will assist the lowest income patients. Tami Washington, HFF, has been invited to speak again at Lubbock Christian. The United Way luncheon will be held January 28. NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE (NH) Utility assistance was given to 4,731 people for a total just under one million dollars. Nearly 17,000 individuals were assisted for a total value of 1.1 million dollars for NH received $6,500 for utility assistance from the Anderson Foundation and $1,000 for prescriptions and $6,000 for food vouchers from the Lubbock Area Foundation. This should take care of our food vouchers for the coming year. The CEAP grant should be coming soon so they can probably begin helping people around the first of February STATE BOARD The new representative on the UPBRING State Board from this area is Wood Franklin. SPRING FLING This will be the 25 th Annual Spring Fling on April 1, 2016 at the McKinzie- Merket Center on the Texas Tech campus. This will be a Dinner Dance event and Kenny Maines and Cary Banks will be playing. SAVE THE DATE! Marky Edwards, Community Relations 8 Volume 19, Issue 2

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10 CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH 7801 Indiana Avenue Lubbock, TX Phone: Fax: Website: WORSHIP SCHEDULE 9:00 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASSES 10:15 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE Holy Communion is celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 10th. February 10th, 6:30 pm - Ash Wednesday Service with Holy Communion Schedule for Worship on Wednesdays During Lent: February 10th - March 16th - Wednesday Evening Worship Services at 6:30 pm March 24th, 7:00 pm - Holy Thursday Service March 25th, 7:00 pm - Good Friday Service 10 Volume 19, Issue 2