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Concordia Newsletter July 2017 CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH AND CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Christ shaping us into community here… Empowering us to impact community there. Rev. A. Mark Schudde Mr. Kyle McClure DCE Chris Henze Senior Pastor Minister of Music Youth Minister Mr. David Beringer Mr. John Holland Mrs. Leslie Brown CCDS Principal Praise Service Leader Business Administration Mrs. Mary Canrobert Mrs. Betsy Murray Mrs. Vicki Shull Early Childhood Director Stephen Ministers Assistant Principal Ms. Susan Harman Mrs. Belinda Bost Administrative Assistant Mr. Phil Heath Children’s Ministry Praise Worship Leader Part-time Part-time

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Concordia Newsletter July 2017

CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH AND CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL

Christ shaping us into community here…

Empowering us to impact community there. Rev. A. Mark Schudde Mr. Kyle McClure DCE Chris Henze Senior Pastor Minister of Music Youth Minister Mr. David Beringer Mr. John Holland Mrs. Leslie Brown CCDS Principal Praise Service Leader Business Administration Mrs. Mary Canrobert Mrs. Betsy Murray Mrs. Vicki Shull Early Childhood Director Stephen Ministers Assistant Principal Ms. Susan Harman Mrs. Belinda Bost Administrative Assistant Mr. Phil Heath Children’s Ministry Praise Worship Leader Part-time Part-time

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Just These Lines, My Friends…

It’s Still All About Jesus. That’s the theme our Synod chose to celebrate this year’s 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. I like that theme, not only for our Synod’s emphasis, but for my parting words to you in this Newsletter. It’s Still All about Jesus! We certainly can and should celebrate some joyous events that pointed us to Jesus these past 7 ½ years.

Five Vicars grew while at Concordia and developed into very fine pastors. They now serve from Alabama to Maryland, from Texas to Missouri. I’m excited that the two in Maryland, James Kent and Steve Miller will be preaching and leading liturgy at my installation at St. Paul’s Glen Burnie on August 7th.

We sent off a “son of the congregation” to the Seminary in Mark Moretz. Concordia joined together to support him, and continues to support him and his family as they conclude their journey one year from now when Mark will be ordained into the ministry.

We welcomed Pastor Weaver as our first Pastor of Family Life, and soon Victoria Weaver became our first Children’s Minister. “Home Centered Ministry” is a phrase they developed and it continues to be used at Concordia, and now through their ministry also takes root at Gloria Dei, Houston, Texas.

We grew into a congregation that lives out Ephesians 4:12 where pastors “equip the saints for the work of the ministry.” You rose to the challenge. Elders became part of our ministry team to take church to the home-bound. Care Zone Ministers were added to make sure “the flock” of all ages was remembered with prayers and cards as they went through significant events.

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Concordia became “home” to our brothers and sisters of area ELCA churches when their church body left them stranded. We loved them when they were grieving their loss.

We celebrated baptisms—and for the first time in my ministry I was baptizing more youth and adults than infants, and sometimes entire families.

Our Youth Confirmation Classes these past seven years grew to an average size of 17 individuals who stood before God’s Altar in their red stoles to profess their faith.

More received the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper as we emphasized this gift of grace and welcomed Seventh Graders who had been instructed and received home visits from pastors and vicars.

Ninety-one in our community of faith at Concordia were called from “Saints below” to “Saints above,” and we celebrated that Jesus “wipes every tear from our eyes.”

It’s Still All about Jesus! Even through times that we as a congregation struggled with direction, and through times of disagreement. Not everything we tried succeeded, but God blessed us more than we deserved. Not every person added to our staff at the church and at the school partnered well in the values and the ways God has led Concordia to faithfully do its ministry. However, God has fields and places for these brothers and sisters in Christ to serve in His kingdom work. Because It’s All about Jesus we can let go of hurts, we ask forgiveness, we receive his grace, and we anticipate His blessings. Thank God it’s not about Pastor Schudde, or about individual members. When Concordia has gathered in the past, and will gather in the future may it always be All About Jesus. Pastor Schudde

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Patriotic Service... Concordia will honor God's blessing of

our nation's Independence Day on Sunday, July 2nd.

Please join us as we gather at 8:00am and 10:45am in the main

sanctuary for two special services of songs and readings

celebrating and giving thanks to God for the freedoms we

enjoy.

PrimeTimers meet July 10th…..

Join us for our July potluck in the Emmaus Room. Come at 11:30am and bring your favorite dish to share. Mr. Dave Beringer, our new Principal, will join us for this time of fellowship and fun. He will share information about his ministry…both past and present.

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News from Children’s Minister, Belinda Bost: Children’s Ministry News Belinda Bost, Children’s Minister

Thanks to all you volunteered and donated to our VBS, A Mighty Fortress. What a privilege we had to share the love of Jesus each night to children and their families in our community and our congregation. During VBS week we collected flip flops for Operation Christmas Child and worked on projects for Nanny’s Korner Day Care Center in Lumberton, NC as part of our mission outreach. See the pictures on the church website and around the church on various boards.

Kindness Rocks for Summer Sunday School

During July, Power Hour Kids will be painting rocks with words and pictures of love and encouragement to hide for others to find. Look around the church grounds as you are coming and going; you may find one. If you find one, take a picture of it and send it to Mrs. Bost or let her know that you found it. Take the Kindness Rock with you to hide for someone else to find. Follow this project on Facebook and Instagram #concordiakidsrock.

Help Needed! We are seeking a Nursery workers for the 8:00, 10:30 or 10:45 services. This would be a great opportunity for a college student wanting to earn some extra income.

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Stewardship Corner… “I will bless you …, so that you will be a blessing” (Gen. 12:2). The Lord

blessed Abraham so that he would be a blessing. How did He bless

Abraham? He promised that from His seed would come the savior of

the nations. And Abraham believed that promise, trusted that the Lord

would provide it just as He had promised. Thus, everything Abraham did

was colored by that promise. He willingly gave of himself and his

household in service to the Lord in view of that promise.

Our Father in heaven has richly blessed us. Not only has He given us

everything that we need to support this body and life, but He has also

provided, that promised seed in His Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ. He is the

savior of the nations. He is the redeemer of the world. He is the one

who has conquered sin, death, and the power of the devil by His death,

resurrection, and ascension.

Just as we are richly blessed, we are also thereby freed to be a blessing.

Since God has endowed us with His gifts, we are set to endow others.

Thus, we give of the blessings we have received so that others may be

blessed. We do this in our homes, our communities, and our churches.

We press the blessings God has lavished upon us in service to those

around us. We use our time, our talents, and our treasures to be a

blessing even as they have been a blessing to us.

The Lord blesses us. And He enlists us to be a blessing to others. So,

whenever you put that envelope in the collection plate, when you set

out to serve at the local food pantry, when you sit down to help your

kids with homework, think of this: The Lord has blessed you, so that you

will be a blessing.

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Did you know? Membership directories are available anytime during the year. They can be found within an arm’s reach of the church office window. Pick one up! To subscribe to announcements from the church, go to our website at http://concordianc.org/home.php Near the bottom of the page, you will see a blue box that says "Sign Up." Enter your email address in the box and click on the "Subscribe" button. You will begin receiving announcements from the church office. You can do the same for CCDS! Go to their website at http://school.concordianc.org/ and look for the same "Sign Up" box. The school sends out a newsletter each week. Keep informed about what our school is doing. Concordia Highlights are sent out each week from the church office from a private email list that is maintained by the staff. If you would like to receive the highlights each week, please let the church office know by emailing your intention to Susan Harman at [email protected]. Don't forget that we have a Facebook page! Is your church group active in the community? Is your small group working on a project? Would you like to have it posted on Facebook? Send the information about your event/activity to [email protected] and we will share it with our Facebook followers! If you have not had a chance to sign up with our Bible Study provider, RightNow Media, you can do so by going to:

https://www.RightNow.org/Account/Invite/ConcordiaLutheran . There are movies you can watch on family movie night as well as Bible studies for adults and youth. Children will also enjoy Veggie tales as well as many other resources made just for them. No cost to join!

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ALL IN THE FAMILY

(This is an update of the happenings in the Life of Concordia since the last Newsletter)

Hospital/Out Patient Tina Loftin, George Deal, Leigh Ann Charles, John Garcia,

Billy Hoke, Abby Hayes, Doris Kaylor, Brenda Garcia

Sympathy To Brenda Fulbright & family upon the deth of her sister, Raenelle Prevette

Kristen Dwiggins upon the death of her grandmother The family of Vernice Sittmann

Deanna Moore and family upon the death of her grandfather Beth Bolick upon the death of her sister, Mary Ann Bolick

Other Prayer Needs Our church and school staff and students

The unchurched in our area and throughout the world Our church, school, and leadership

Our national and world leaders Pastor and Kris Schudde as they transition to Glen Burnie, MD

The Beringer Family as they settle in Catawba County

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Emmaus Room-Sundays @ 9:15 – “The Bible on Trial”- Led by Steve Bost Adult Room #1-Sundays @ 9:15 – Led by Cindy Sigmon Youth Central –Sundays @ 9:15- Pre-Teens, Jr. Youth and Sr. Youth-Led by the Youth Ministry Team Weekday Bible Studies: Mondays: 6-7:30pm-July 11th and 25th-Young Adults 20-35 Brian Long Center Tuesdays: 6:30pm-“The Bible on Trial”-Led by Steve Bost Emmaus Room Wednesdays: 7am Ladies’ Bible Study –Adult Room #1-Led by Kim Hauser 10am – Bible Study – First & Third Wednesdays Thursdays: 7am Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study –Book of Luke Led by David Isenhower. AHEC 105 CVMC

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Mission & Ministry Volunteer Opportunities † Highways & Hedges: Needs help the 1st & 3rd Mondays from 4-7pm. Concordia is scheduled to serve on July 3rd and 17th at 4pm. Call Smitty Bolick at 828-310-9589 if you are interested in helping with this ministry. † The Corner Table Serving Groups: Souper Stars and Sonshiners. More people are needed to serve on these team. If you are interested in helping with this ministry, contact Betty Heavner at 828-234-2898. Serving dates for July are as follows:

Wednesday, July 19th - Souper Stars Thursday, July 27th- The Sonshiners

During the month of July the ECCCM Van will be at Concordia for donations of clothes, small household items and other (such as books, pictures, games, shoes, etc.)

Hope for Our Heroes!

The July- 5th Sunday Offering on July 30th will be used to provide Bible Sticks for the Military – through "Faith Comes By Hearing".

Just $25 provides a Military BibleStick (the Audio Drama New Testament and selected Psalms) for one of the Troops who protect our nation and preserve our freedoms.

“This has been the most useful thing I’ve ever had. Every day I listen — and it has brought me closer to God,” says a Navy pilot.

Thanks for giving a life-changing gift to the Troops!

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July 2017

July 2 "Serving in the Power of the Spirit"

Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz

Because Christ has paid our debt, we are no longer captive to sin but are

free to live for others, in His name.

(Romans 7:1-13)

July 9 "Living as Christ's Person in Repentance and Faith"

Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz

Life out of control? Turn to God in repentance and faith. Let Him act

before you do.

(Romans 7:14-25)

July 16 "The Power of a Spirit-Given Adoption!"

Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz

God provides for your adoption into His family, by grace through faith in

Jesus and by the power of the Holy Spirit.

(Romans 8:18-25)

July 23 "Overcoming This World's Obstacles"

Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz

Despite all the world's brokenness, God has something better in store for

us, through Christ.

(Romans 8:18-25)

July 30 "Confidence to Face Whatever Comes Our Way "

Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz

No matter what life throws our way, God promises that His eternal

purposes can never be thwarted.

(Romans 8:28-39)

SUNDAY BROADCASTS WAIZ 630AM – 10:30am WNNC 1230AM – 8:00am WXRC 95.7 – 6:30am

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Concordia Christian Day School

NEW PRINCIPAL MESSAGE

Dear Friends, I feel extremely blessed to serve as your new principal. Let me introduce my family to you. My wife Chris and I will be married 33 years this summer. Chris will also serve at Concordia Christian Day School as one of our teachers. We have six children; Drew 31 (Brianna), Scott 30 (Stephanie), Faith 27 (Jon and grandson Archer), Shea 12, Avery 11, and Jude 5. Thank you so very much for your warm welcome at my installation on June 18th. We are truly humbled by your generosity. I’m so excited for our 2017-2018 school year and watching our Concordia Christian Day School family grow in their intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Our Theme this year is “Peace of Christ”. This is based on Colossians 3:15, “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” This verse reminds us that in all of our relationships the peace of Christ needs to always be present. Please join me as we serve the Master Teacher.

Peace of Christ be with you, David Beringer, Principal

2017-2018 OPENINGS AVAILABLE At this time we have openings available in a number of classes for the 2017-2018 school year. Concordia offers a highly academic program in a caring, safe and Christian environment. Our graduates are well prepared for Honors and AP classes in high school. If you have any friends or family that may be interested, please have them contact the school office or email [email protected].

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END OF YEAR AWARDS The highest award that Concordia Christian Day School presents each year is the Gilbert Pingel Award. This award is given to the eighth grader who best exemplifies the Christian Spirit of Love. The recipient must be honest, a model to underclass students, willing to help in many circumstances, and proud to be a child of God. This year’s award was given to John Colton.

Last year a new award, the “U” Award was created in honor of Mr. Bill Unverfehrt. This award is given to a student in grades 6-8 who is visibly Living the Faith, mentoring and caring of other students, demonstrating a strong passion to serve others, goes above and beyond what is expected, has a strong work ethic in all areas, shows compassionate heart for others and is dedicated to their personal family and the Concordia family. This year the “U” award was given to Sophia Mozgala.

SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAMS It's that time of year again! We offer two types of camps here at

Concordia, a Preschool Program for rising PS-3 thru Kindergarten and a School Age Program for rising 1st Graders -12 years old. Our programs this year are 8 weeks and begin on Monday,

June 12 and end on Friday, August 11. We will be closed the week of the 4th of July (July 3 - July 7). Application for all programs requires a non-refundable registration fee of $60.00 per child.

Please return all forms to the school office as soon as possible to reserve your child's spot this summer!

SPORTS CAMPS CANCELLED Concordia’s Sports Camps for Soccer and Basketball the week of July 25-27 has been cancelled.

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DATES TO REMEMBER

Preschool – Kindergarten Students On Thursday, August 17th, PS and Kindergarten students and parents are to come anytime from 10:00am – 12:00pm to meet the teacher and see their new classrooms.

Tell Me More Day All parents are required to meet with their homeroom teacher to talk about their child for 10-15 minutes on August 17 or 18. No other business will take place but the parent helping the teacher to better understand their child.

Preschool – 6th Grade and new 7th & 8th Grade Parents On Monday, August 21, there will be Mandatory Orientation Meetings. There will be several meeting times. Sixth grade and new 7th and 8th grade students and parents will be attending an iPad Orientation. PS – Gr. 5 parents will be meeting with their child’s teacher so students are not expected to attend. More detailed information will be sent home later this month.

First Day of School School begins on Wednesday, August 23, with an Opening Chapel Service at 8:30 am and dismissal at 11:45am.

Middle School Students & Parents On Thursday, August 24, at 6:00 pm there is a Mandatory Middle School Orientation Meeting. Parents will be visiting each classroom and meeting with all of their child’s teachers. Students are not required to attend.

REMEMBER THE SCHOOL ENDOWMENT AND SCHOLARSHIP FUND IN YOUR WILL!

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ANNUAL ASSOCIATION MEETING

The annual meeting of the UCHS Association was held on Thursday, June 15. Principal

Unverfehrt presented his “state of the school” address providing highlights from the

2017-18 school year. Board Chair, Laurie Urland, reported on the excellent progress

being made on the new building. Rick Bare and Meaghan Texer were re-elected, and

new member, Gil Brauch, was elected to the Board.

DON’T WAIT!

There are still a few openings in our 9th and 10th grade classes for this year. If you are

interested in learning more about UCHS, please contact us now. It is important to

remember that we start school earlier (August 9) than the public schools. Get the

enrollment process started now so you don’t risk missing part of the beginning of

school! Students entering 11th grade are encouraged to apply as well.

OPENING CHAPEL & RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY

UCHS students will have their Opening Chapel service on Thursday, August 10,

beginning at 10:00 am in Grace Chapel on the LRU campus. During the service new

called teacher, Jessica Fowls, will be installed; and our new and returning teachers

commissioned for service. Following the service will be a Ribbon-Cutting

Ceremony for the new North Campus building. Members of Association churches

are invited to attend these special events.

COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE

We are going to take the opportunity to “show off” our North Campus building in a

Community Open House on Sunday, August 20, from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. Student

Ambassadors will provide tours of the new facility and school officials will be on hand

to answer questions about the school and its programs.

CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2017!

University Christian High School graduated 26 seniors on Friday, May 26, at Holy Trinity

Lutheran Church. Mrs. Sally Hiller, from the LC-MS Southeast District Office, was the

Guest Speaker. Miss Kasey Mull (Wake Forest University) was Valedictorian, and

Miss Trinity Morrow (Duke University) was Salutatorian.

For more news about UCHS or information about applying, check out our website at www.uchigh.com or call us at 828-855-2995.

UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN

HIGH SCHOOL

July 2017

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Independence Day Prayer

There is no greater feeling of liberty than to experience freedom from sin and death that you provided for me through Jesus Christ. Today my heart and my soul are free to praise you. For this, I am very thankful.

On this Independence Day, I am reminded of all those who have sacrificed for my freedom, following the example of your Son, Jesus Christ.

Let me not take my freedom, both physical and spiritual, for granted. May I always remember that a very high price was paid for my freedom. My freedom cost others their very lives.

Lord, today, bless those who have served and continue to give their lives for my freedom. With favor and bounty, meet their needs and watch over their families.

Dear Father, I am so thankful for this nation. For all the sacrifices others have made to build and defend this country, I am grateful. Thank you for the opportunities and freedoms we have in the United States of America. Help me never to take these blessings for granted.

Help me to live my life in a way that glorifies you, Lord. Give me the strength to be a blessing in someone's life today, and grant me the opportunity to lead others into the freedom that can be found in knowing Jesus Christ.

In your name I pray.

Amen

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Reformation…2017…”It’s Still All About Jesus” The Reformation was not about anything new, but about returning to the unchanged and unchanging truth. So it is still today. This time leading up to the celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation is not a time for novelty. It is a time to return: to the truth, to the basics, to the foundation. Do you remember the Small Catechism? Many of us were made to memorize the catechism (or at least part of it) during our Confirmation classes. Some of us might have even suffered through a public examination over its contents. How much do you remember? Say it with me: “I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him…” Can you finish? Do you remember where that is found? (It’s in Luther’s explanation of the Third Article of the Apostles’ Creed.) It’s time to return. Luther wrote the Small Catechism for the instruction of laypeople. Luther intended the Small Catechism to be used at church and in the home to instruct children in the faith and to reinforce the faith in the hearts and minds of adults. There is no better time than in this year of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation to review the catechism. Read it for yourself. Refresh the theology in your mind. Pray the catechism daily. Memorize it. But even more, teach it. If you are a parent, teach it to your children. As you have opportunity, share it with your friends and peers. The catechism teaches the fundamentals of the Christian faith: the Ten Commandments, the Lord’s Prayer, the Apostles’ Creed, the Sacrament of Baptism, the Sacrament of the Altar and the Office of the Keys and Confession. This small book is well worth your time and study. May this be a time when we return to the Word and Sacraments, when we turn to Christ and His love. It’s still all about Jesus.

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Youth Ministry Excitement for July 2017

High School Graduate Recognition (June 4th)

Youth Pool Party @ Conover Pool on June 7th

Youth Ministry Excitement for July 2017

Florida National High Adventure Sea Base

Our boys and leaders go on this high adventure trek from July 13-24. We

will be sailing in the Florida Keys while observing coral, wildlife and nature.

Daily fishing, snorkeling, swimming, and sailing responsibilities (while

living on the boat) will make this a grand adventure. Thanks for your help in

getting us here. Please keep us in your prayers!

New Youth Ministry Team Training for 2017-2019

We are organizing the new YMT. To serve on the team you must attend this

“Group” overnight training retreat on Friday, September 29-Saturday,

September 30, 2017 in Apex, NC! If you are interested in serving on the

YMT, then speak with Chris to register for the training! All expenses but

food will be paid!

Keep in mind, this new YMT will lead Concordia’s 2019 LCMS National

Youth Gathering troupe to…..

DCE Chris L. Henze - Youth Minister

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8am Worship & Communion 9:15am Power Hour/Bible Study/Youth SS 10:45am Worship & Communion in the Sanctuary

1:30pm Quilt Tacking 4pm Highways and Hedges 6:30pm Young Adult Small Group - BLCFM

Church Office Closed Independence Day

7am Ladies Bible Study - A#1 10am Bible Study - EM 11am Tai Chi - Cub Scout Room 8pm Praise Group

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 8am Worship & Communion 9:15am Power Hour/Bible Study/Youth SS 10:30am Worship 10:45am Praise Service & Communion 3pm Eagle Scout Court of Honor 3pm Rev. Jim Kent's Installation in Huntingtown, MD

11:30am PrimeTimers – Covered Dish & "The Whistling Woman" Preforms - EM 6:30pm B/C Scouts 6:30pm Stewardship - EM

8:35am Staff Devotion & Weekly Meeting - EM 6:30pm All Boards meet 6:30pm Steve Bost - EM

7am Ladies Bible Study - A#1 11am Tai Chi - Cub Scout Room 8pm Praise Group

7am Men's Breakfast Bible Study - AHEC 105 7am Sea Base Participants leave 6:00pm Trustees

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Pastor Schudde's Last Sermon 8am Worship & Communion 8am LLL 9:15am Power Hour/Bible Study/Youth SS 10:30am Worship & Communion 10:45am Praise Service

1:30pm Quilt Tacking 4pm Concordia Serves at Highways & Hedges 6:30pm Young Adult Small Group - BLCFM

8:35am Staff Devotion & Weekly Meeting - EM 6:30pm Assimilation - A#1 6:30pm Steve Bost - EM

7am Ladies Bible Study - A#1 10am Bible Study - EM 10am Souper Stars serve at Corner Table 11am Tai Chi - Cub Scout Room 8pm Praise Group

7am Men's Breakfast Bible Study - AHEC 105

12:00pm Newsletter Deadline

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 8am Worship & Communion 9:15am Power Hour/Bible Study/Youth SS 10:30am Worship 10:45am Praise Service & Communion

7pm Dorcas – LWML

8:35am Staff Devotion & Weekly Meeting - EM 6:30pm Steve Bost - EM

7am Ladies Bible Study - A#1 11am Tai Chi - Cub Scout Room 8pm Praise Group

7am Men's Breakfast Bible Study - AHEC 105 10am Sonshiners serve at Corner Table

10am FaithBooking EM

30 31 8am Worship & Communion 10am Worship & Communion 9:15am Power Hour/Bible Study/Youth SS 10:45am Worship & Communion 12pm Boy Scout PLC Planning 12pm Youth Ministry Team

6:30pm Young Adult Small Group - BLCFM

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July Birthdays and Anniversaries

Ketha Benfield 7/1

Mark Robinson 7/1

Hannah Starnes 7/2

Ed Coletti 7/3

Donna Lacicer 7/3

Becky Rhyne 7/3

Alan Spencer 7/3

Hunter Rudisill 7/4

Matthew Kaylor 7/5

Sandy Von Rentzell 7/6

Bryan Elrod 7/7

Ernest Herman 7/7

Katrina Garrison 7/8

Andrea Miller 7/8

Ginger Rink 7/8

Matthew Smith 7/8

Kristen Carlton 7/9

Parker Edwards 7/9

Anderson Reid 7/9

Ann Sigmon 7/9

Nathan Von Dohlen 7/10

Adele Roseman 7/11

Brayton Vetter 7/11

Kelsey Isenhower 7/12

Todd Sipe 7/12

Jessica Teague 7/13

Greg Terry 7/13

Kennedy Hill 7/14

Patsy Kaylor 7/15

Scott Watts 7/15

Jennifer Franscella 7/16

Katie Green 7/16

Raegan Hayman 7/16

Josie Munday 7/16

Jennifer Pendley 7/16

Paul Von Rentzell 7/16

Victoria Weaver 7/16

Glenn Hunsucker 7/17

Elisa Reid 7/17

David N. Smith 7/17

Tracy Abernethy 7/18

Eric Boston 7/18

Sadie Flowers 7/18

Katie Perry 7/18

Tim Settlemyre 7/19

Steve Turner 7/19

Kristen Dwiggins 7/20

Hilda Price 7/20

Lorraine Yount 7/21

George Deal Jr. 7/22

Eric Galloway 7/22

Amanda Welch 7/22

Kimberly Hill 7/23

Hallie Keil 7/23

Miranda Bost 7/24

Martha Ajazi 7/25

Wilson Elliott 7/25

Donna Jarrett 7/25

Alice Christian 7/26

Cody Harrelson 7/26

Samantha Hawn 7/26

Bernice Holler 7/26

Sherri Isenhower 7/27

Cayla Miller 7/27

Trinity Allman 7/28

Hadlie Morrow 7/28

Stuart Allen 7/29

Paula Brown 7/30

Zoe Finch 7/30

Helen Murray 7/30

James Schlie 7/30

Cristina Boston 7/31

Amanda Campbell 7/31

Raylee Galloway 7/31

Andy Henze 7/31

Ashley & Keith Lindsay 7/2 Todd & Erica Sipe 7/2 Mike & Kristen Carlton 7/4 Carl & Nadine Seitz 7/5 William & Ann Holt 7/7 Abe & Martha Ajazi 7/9 David & Mary Hartsoe 7/12 Brent & Melissa Hayes 7/14 Mary Ann & Jack Power 7/14 H.Y. & Sandi Chi 7/17 Roy & Cindy Sigmon 7/17 Dale & Debbie Spencer 7/20 Donald & Judy Parris Brown 7/23 Micheal & Lesa Spake 7/24 Andy & Nicole Hass 7/25 Barry & Ashley Huss 7/26 Sonny & Adele Roseman Jr. 7/28

If your name is missing from any

of these lists, please let the church

office know. 828-464-3324 or

[email protected].

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July 2 July 9 July 16 July 23 July 30

ACOLYTES: (8:00) Open Open Open Open Open

(10:30) ******* Open Open Open Open

(10:45) Open Open Open Open Open

(Combined Service-Sanctuary)

GREETERS: (8:00) Eric & Diana Hicks Carla Hafer & Annette Henry & Lester & Priscilla Sigmon Arden & Lois Hintzmann

Cindy Spears David Bright

(10:30) ****** Ronald & Frieda Williams Roger & Vicki Shull Fred & Pamela Farmer Steve & Maggie Hamm

(10:45) (Combined Service-Sanctuary) Jenny Eckard Roy & Cindy Sigmon Andy Matthews Family Charles & Nancy Bolick

Clarence & Shirley Canrobert

READERS: (8:00) Gina Sigmon Bret Graff Shelby Graff Corey Christians Paul Karre

(10:30) ******* Nicole Hass Susan Harman Cristal Rager Lori Bedder

(10:45) (Combined Service-Sanctuary) Susan Harman Kelly Adams Jill Graff Jill Adair

Andy Hass

ELDERS: (8:00) Open Open Open Open Open

Open Open

(10:30) ******* Fred Farmer Steve Bost Open Don Beal

Fred Farmer Tim Settlemyre

Vicki Shull Vicki Shull

(10:45) (Combined Service-Sanctuary) David Hartsoe Open Steve Bost David Hartsoe

Fred Farmer David Hartsoe

Tim Settlemyre

Vicki Shull

FELLOWSHIP: 9:00am Assimilation Assimilation Geri Halma Jeri Alice Carter Shirley Watts

10:00am Combined Service-Sanctuary Brian & Nicole Hefner Leigh Ann Charles Jenny Eckard Elisa Redi

ALTAR GUILD: Pat Moser and Sandy Smith 10:45-Susan Harman

USHERS: (8:00) Ted and Paul Karre

(10:30) Alan Hefner-Captain, Tom Considine, David Isenhower and Randy Isenhower

TRUSTEES: Steve Brewer and Donny Setzer