Welcome to worship at... January 20, 2019 509-483-4218 www.holycrosslcms.net 7307 N. Nevada, Spokane WA
As We Gather This Morning... The Lord s Supper is celebrated in our 8 a.m. service this morning. For those who prefer, non-alcoholic (white) Communion wine is in the center cups on the individual cup trays and gluten-free wafers are available. We believe in the real presence of Christ s body and blood in and with the bread and wine for the forgiveness of our sin in this meal. Visitors and guests who are baptized believers in Jesus, who share this belief in the body and blood of Jesus present in this meal, and who consider themselves in fellowship with us including what we believe and teach at Holy Cross are invited to join us in this Sacrament. For those who have not had opportunity to learn about this or who do not share this faith, we invite you to join us in song and prayer during that portion of the service. Youth and children are welcome to come to the rail for a blessing. We offer confirmation and early communion instruction to prepare them to receive this Sacrament. We also invite you to speak with Pastor Mike to learn more. The Lord s Supper is also served every week in our 7 p.m. service and the bread is gluten-free and homemade. Serving Holy Cross Are... Large-print worship folders and earphones are available from an usher. Please silence your cell phone prior to the service. Blue Prayer Request cards in the pews may be filled out and handed to an usher prior to our morning s prayers or placed in offering plate. All visitors are invited to complete a Guest Welcome Card also. Welcome, children! Child-friendly worship folders and Activity Bags are available from the ushers. Thank you for returning the bag and crayons for future use! We love having kids in the service, but if your little one needs attention, an usher can direct you to our Quiet Room (speakers and a window will help you follow the service) or to our unstaffed nursery. Pastor... Rev. Mike Von Behren Visitation Elder...Mark Werfelmann Accompanists...Debi McBride, Heather Selset, Linda Stein Choir Director...Sharon Rancour Bell Choir Director...Heather Selset Office Administrators...Susan Comi & Taresa Hackett Business Manager...Terry Whitney Son Shine Preschool Lead Teacher.. Katie Holtzheimer 2
Welcome to Worship... Our Worship Services This Week: 8 a.m. Divine 1 Service, with the Lord s Supper 11 a.m. Praise Team Led Service with a Children s Message 7 p.m. Spirit & Truth Service with the Lord s Supper Each week our worshippers normally participate in three distinct styles of worship. The 8 a.m. service is organ & piano led from the hymnal liturgies. The 11 a.m. service is piano or praise team led incorporating both hymnal and contemporary music. The 7 p.m. service is casual, contemporary, & non-liturgical. The same message from God s word is shared at all three. 9:30 a.m. Bible Studies and Sunday school for all ages. Adults: A Mind Set on Things Above meets in the Fellowship Hall. A small group study on the Book of Acts, led by David Snyder meets in the Adult Ed room. Junior and Senior High Youth meet in the youth room for Bible Study. Pre-school 6th grade: meet in the double classroom down by the Fellowship Hall for Sunday School opening before we split into our different age groups. Branches Young Adult Bible Study Group beginning today in the music room (this is a new time for this group). God For Us... New to Holy Cross? New to Faith? Come to God For Us! Tuesdays at 7-8:30 p.m. January 29, Feb 5, and 12. Meets in the Music Room (Just to the right of the Sanctuary, on the left side of the hall.) God for Us is what the Apostle Paul says about our God in Romans 8:31. He is actively engaged in working for us and our future with him. Come learn more about how He does that in this discussion oriented adult instruction class led by Pastor Mike. This is a great class for those new to faith in Jesus, for those wanting to know more about baptism or to join us in the Lord s supper, for experienced Christians looking to learn what s distinctive about Lutheran Christianity, or for long-time Lutherans desiring a refresher in the basics of faith. In our prayers... The missionaries we partner to support: James May in Kenya, Danelle Putman in the Dominican Republic and Todd Roeske in Alaska 3
Weekly Bible Studies... GLOW (God s Light on Women): This is koinonia group for women that meets on Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Come and share the journey with us! LifeLight started back up, but it s not to late to join: we began our new LifeLight Bible studies on the books of James & Jude. Classes are offered on Mondays at 7 p.m., Tusdays at 10 a.m., or Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Pick up a book from the round oak table in the narthex and come to a group. It s not too late to join! Sunday Morning Bible Study Options: Check out page 3. Son Shine Preschool A mission outreach of Holy Cross to our community. The Preschool is back in session. We currently have 16 students enrolled and there is still some space available. Pick up a registration form, call the office, or Check out our website: www.sonshineearlychildhoodcenter.com Friends of Son Shine Preschool is still looking for volunteers. Do you enjoy connecting with kids and families and being part of an exciting outreach to our community? We need a few volunteers to help with Son Shine, no more than an hour or two a week, prepping snacks, cutting projects or helping with special events. There is a sign-up sheet on the round table in the narthex if you are interested. Sunday January 20 Monday January 21 Tuesday January 22 Wednesday January 23 8 am: Worship (Children s Message) 9:30 am: Sunday School 11 am: Worship (Communion) 9 am: Quilters 9 am: Homeschool Group 10 am: LifeLight 9:10 am: Chapel 10:30 am: Royal Park Devotions 7 pm: Spirit & Truth Service (Communion) 7 pm: Life Light 6 pm: BSF 6 pm: Bells 6:30 pm: Confirmation 7 pm: LifeLight Bible Readings For This Week Psalm 48 Genesis 16-18 Psalm 49 Genesis 19-21 Psalm 50 Genesis 22-24 Psalm 51 Genesis 25-27 4
News this week... Support Group for Adoptee and Foster Families: led by Ben and Lindsay Anderson in partnership with A Child s HOPE Spokane. Their next meeting is March 9th, from 9:30-11 a.m. Thank you to all who have volunteered to care for the children during these gatherings. Questions about the group contact Ben Anderson at benjamin.r.anderson@gmail.com. Interested in helping with childcare email Pastor Mike at mvonbehren@holycrosslcms.net The DELLS (Dinner Early, Late Lunch Set) is a group that meets at 2:30 p.m. on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at Applebees and on the 4th Wednesday of each month at Olive Garden. All are welcome so join us. Craftopia is coming again to Holy Cross Fellowship Hall. Sunday, February 17 through Thursday, February 21, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Sunday will begin at 3 p.m. and Tuesday we will end at 8 p.m.) This is your chance to get some craft projects done alongside others. Be sure to bring any personal lighting, extension cord, and whatever tools and items needed for work on your project. Start a new project or finish up something that never quite got completed. This need not be a craft. Sort tax receipts, photos, sewing supplies from Grandma, any task that requires table space. It makes projects so much more fun in a group. Registration is open now. Cost: $15.00 per day. Preregister for all five days for $60.00 or three days for $40.00. Preregistration helps us plan for meals. You can register online at www.holycrosslcms.net or check the round oak table for forms. This event is a fund raiser to send kids to Camp Lutherhaven not just Holy Cross kids, but any kid that would enjoy a week at camp. If you do not have a project to complete and want to still help this fundraiser, stop by anytime during the above hours and check out our store, items for sale are available by suggested donation, 100% going to Camperships. Thursday January 24 Friday January 25 Saturday January 26 Sunday January 27 6 am: Men s Group 1:30 pm: College Moms Prayer Group 7 pm: Choir 9:30 am: GLOW 11 am: Homeschool Group 8 am: Worship (Communion) 9:30 am: Sunday School 11 am: Worship (Children s Message) 7 pm: Spirit & Truth Service (Communion) Confirmation Retreat at Lutherhaven Psalm 52 Genesis 28-30 Psalm 53 Genesis 31-33 Psalm 54 Genesis 34-36 Psalm 55 Genesis 37-39 5
Youth... Youth in Grades 7-12: We want to welcome you to join our Sunday morning Bible Class in the Youth Room & all of our upcoming activities. The 2019 LCMS National Youth Gathering is July 11-16, in Minneapolis. Call Ben (586)-612-8779 or Lindsay (614)-208-1639 with questions. First Night is February 10 for those in Jr. & Sr. High, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the youth room. Due to sub sandwich fundraiser we have switched to the second Sunday for February. We will be continuing our study of Hebrews, playing games, and eating a yummy dinner. Invite your friends! Super Sub Sunday, February 3: Mark your calendars, Saturday morning, Feb 2 for prepping and Sunday morning, Feb 3 for making and distributing Super Subs! There is a sign-up on the Youth Room Chalk Wall. Middle School Confirmation Retreat: Jan 25-27 at Lutherhaven. More information coming soon at Confirmation for those signed up. There may still be room, if you d like to sign up. Contact Pastor Mike, mvonbehren@holycross.net News for this Week... Cross My Art Schedule: Please be sure to pick up a 2018-2019 brochure and find a class and invite a friend to join you. Sign up online or through the church office. We have a fused glass Night Lights class in February; an Alcohol Ink Cards class and Watercolor Workshop both in March. And there are more. Check it out! Thank You For Serving in Worship... 8 a.m 11 a.m. Acolytes: Volunteer Needed Samantha Dunne & Kate Wilson Duty Assistant: ~~~~ John Gillette Lay Readers: Mike Faulkenberry Kay Hilt Ushers: Jerry & LeDonna Stacey Jim Martinson Dale & Pat Magart Greeters: Pat Thill Beverly Newell Sound System: John Rancour Marshall Tramp Organist/Pianist: Debi McBride Debi McBride 6
News for This Week... Snow Removal needs will be here before you know it. There is a sign-up sheet on the round table in the narthex. Sign up to take a week and see if we get snow on your week. If so, just come in the morning to clear all sidewalks around the church and preschool entrances. Say Cheese! If you worship with us and would like your picture on the wall, or if your family has changed a bit and you would like to update your current photo, our resident photographer, Mike Donahue will be taking pictures between services January 20 just outside the Fellowship hall. Super Sub Sunday is coming! Sunday, February 3: Super Bowl is not far off and neither are Super Sub Sandwiches as you make your plans for Super Bowl Sunday, plan to get your fare here from our youth. Order forms are in the narthex and your bulletins. Both six and twelve inch subs will be available. You decide what goes on them. Our youth will have them ready for you fresh on Super Sub Sunday morning. A suggested donation amount is on the order form. All donations will support the youth trip to the National Youth Gathering. There is also sheets with items to donate if you would like to help sign up and tear off the tab as a reminder. Book Club: is meeting on Monday, January 21, from 1:00-2:30 in the Youth Room. We will be reading Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. If have any questions, please contact Diane Zemke at 327-7145 or dianezemke@gmail.com CYT Spokane puts on a production of the musical: Aladdin Jr. CYT is a Christian based organization that does theater arts training for youth ages 4-18. Holy Cross partners with CYT and sometimes hold classes in our building and we have members that participate. This show is held at the Bing Crosby Theater in downtown Spokane. Tickets are on sale and advance ticket prices are $14 for Adults and $13 for Senior Citizens (65+) and Children (ages 12 and under). A special discount rate of $12 is available for groups of 10 or more. The ticket price at the door is $16. Visit www.cytspokane.org to purchase your tickets or speak with Jen Von Behren for a possible special ticket rate through her. Fri., March1, at 7 pm Sat., March 2, at 3 & 7 pm Friday, March 8, at 7 pm Sat., March 9, at 3 & 7 pm Sun., March 10, at 3 pm 7
Next Sunday, January 27... 8 am 11 am Acolytes: Selah & Abigail Spencer Margeaux Amdahl & Kayley Mutloob Duty Assistant: Jim Clay ~~~~ Lay Readers: Stan Key Brian McBride Ushers: Doug & Bev Myers Lon Lilla & Gary Honeyman Greeters: Bonnie Bechtel Pat Tolley Sound System: Bob Doran Lee Selset Organist: Linda Stein Heather Selset Readings: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Luke 4:16-30 The Lutheran Hour: "Surrender to Start New" Speaker: Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler Starting a new life involves surrender-a break with the past. In that surrender, the past can be restored. (John 2:1-25) Hear The Lutheran Hour on... KTBI 810 AM 8:00 a.m. Sundays KTRW 630 AM 8:00 am., Sundays Also online, MP3, podcast at www.lhm.org Our Response to God s Gracious Love... Last Sunday s Attendance (10am + 7pm= Total): 135+85+17=237 Last Sunday s Offering: $9,167.93 Last Sunday s Living Stones Offering: $565.00 2019 Flower Chart is now up in the narthex! Please check it out and sign up to bring flowers in memory or in honor of that special date or special someone. We will recognize that special event or person here. Contact Info... Phone: 509-483-4218 Pastor Mike Von Behren: mvonbehren@holycrosslcms.net Office Administrators, Office Hours Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. to 12 noon Susan Comi & Taresa Hackett: secretary@holycrosslcms.net or scomi@holycrosslcms.net Business Manager, Terry Whitney: finance@holycrosslcms.net Son Shine Preschool Teacher, Katie Holtzheimer: director.sonshine@holycrosslcms.net Prayer Chain, Barbara Ammons: 328-0213