Immanuel's Choir will hold the first rehearsal of the new year on Sunday, September 12, at 8:30 a.m. Once again, with joy and thanksgiving we look forward to singing the praise of him who brought us out of darkness into his marvelous light! *************************************************************************************************************** Centering Prayer returns to its regular schedule beginning September 14. We will meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, at 5:30pm **************************************************************************************************************** Crossroads Bible Institute Elijah was one of the greatest prophets that God raised up to serve Him. On Mount Carmel he challenged the prophets of Baal to see whose God was more powerful and God showed His sign of strength. (1 Kings 18:16-40) et by chapter 19, Elijah was complaining about being the only one left. He replied, "I have been very zealous for the LORD God Almighty. The Israelites have rejected your covenant, broken down your altars, and put your prophets to death with the sword. I am the only one left, and now they are trying to kill me too." (I Kings 19:10) But God told Elijah that He had 7,000 people that had been faithful. How often do we feel we are the only ones serving God? God has blessed Crossroad Bible Institute with many helpful hands. Nearly 5,000 individuals donated 221,843 hours of service as volunteer Instructors for the prisoners enrolled in CBI’s Bible study and reentry education program in 2009, correcting students’ completed studies and responding with personal letters of encouragement. Another 655 volunteers contributed a total of 28,742 hours in the ten CBI distribution centers located worldwide, including the headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This had allowed CBI to help their 40,000 students learn more about the Bible and grow closer to God. Immanuel Lutheran Church has a team of 4 faithful instructors that regularly correct inmate's lessons and write letters of encouragement to these inmates. Our team consists of Sylvia Marshall, Christa Quandt, Rita Clarke, and Larry Baumgart. Feel free to ask any of our instructors about how God is working in their lives as they serve Him through this exciting ministry. If you would like to find out how you can join this ministry team, call Larry Baumgart. ****************************************************************************************************************************** The Lutheran Hour is broadcast every Sunday morning at 6:30 a.m. on 105.7 fm. or accessible anytime on the Web at www.lutheranhour.org, and also available on Podcast. If you prefer more modern music, with the Lutheran Hour message, a special broadcast has been developed for the AFN at www.lutheranhour.org/AFN. The Lutheran Hour Speaker is Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus unless otherwise noted. You can receive daily devotions by Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus at www.lhm.org September 5 - "Choose Life" Many today believe we live in a world where nothing is absolutely wrong or right all the time. But why do they only feel that way about spiritual and moral values? (Deuteronomy 30:15-20) September 12 - "Looking for the Lost" God wants you, but He wants you on His terms. The divine Shepherd is searching for His lost sheep, but that search will not go on forever. (Luke 15:1-7) September 19 - "Serve One Master" We have gone from serving one Master to serving two masters: God and ourselves-and we are well on our way to kicking God out of the picture altogether. (Luke 16:1-13) September 26 - "The Savior Takes a Sinner Home" Presenting a classic Lutheran Hour message by the Rev. Armin Oldsen, originally broadcast in 1952. (Luke 23:43) COFFEE HOUR Thank you to those who have helped with the coffee hour each Sunday. If you would be interested in joining the list of helpers, please let me know. There are different ways you may participate. Take responsibility for making coffee, bringing snacks for adults and children, and setting up in the Narthex Be responsible for making and setting up coffee Bringing snacks for adults and children If you would like to join the rotation beginning in September, please let me know. Jane Schley ALTAR FLOWERS If you would like flowers on the Altar, please sign-up on the Altar Flower Chart in the Narthex at least two weeks prior to the date you wish. Also, indicate by circling the "P" if you wish me to purchase the flowers for you OR "B" if you wish to bring your own flowers. The two week notice will give us time to make sure all arrangements are in place. |
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