Concordia Lutheran Church

"The wind blows where it wills..." John 3:8

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3705 Harwood Rd., Bedford, TX 76021 Sunday School: 10:00 a.m. Pastor: Rev Mark Lasch Office Phone: 817-283-3560 Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. www.concordialutheran.org

July 2016

Dreaming Out Loud So far this summer has been a summer of dreaming, and talking, and visioning about what God is doing at Concordia. As I sit behind my desk I’m thinking about the conversations John Miller and Roger Grummer had about these days. I wonder if Pastor Miller ever dreamed about what Concordia would be 50 years into the future. As Pastor Grummer celebrated his 25th year of ministry at Concordia did he ever wonder about 2017? I am just hours away from my family vacation. I’m looking forward to spending time resting with my two (not so) little boys, and my beautiful wife on the left coast. But I’m also looking forward to returning and planning, and praying about what God is doing here in and through us. When I return, hopefully rested and with restored energy and enthusiasm, I’ll be thinking about the year ahead. 2017 I pray will be a year of Bold Moves for the Kingdom of God at Concordia, and (not so) coincidently the 50th year of our ministry as a congregation of the Texas District of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod. I’ve often said that one of my greatest joys in ministry is trying to discern what God is doing in this place. I believe as the Scriptures teach that God by the power of the Holy Spirit calls, gathers, and equips His Church, His way, for His glory and our good. What that means is that when God has a ministry in mind for a congregation, He provides for its ability to accomplish its mission with the needed amount of resources, be that gifts and talents, financial feasibility, ect. Knowing that to be true, what would you like to see happen for God’s glory and our good in our 50th year? As I observe what God is doing here I am in awe about how much growth we’ve seen in our ministry. Our Sunday school rooms are, at times, bursting at the seams. Our adult Bible class is always well attended. Our fellowship events have out capacitated our fellowship hall. I know we are in need of more space if we hope to facilitate continued growth in our congregation. Is this one of the bold moves God is calling us toward in our 50th year together? I wonder what the pastor’s name will be as this congregation celebrates her 100th year. I wonder if he’s asking the same kinds of questions about me. What did I dream about at Concordia’s 50th year? I guess the short answer would be something I pray they continue to pray every Sunday: “Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done.” Yet for you and me I pray: “Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done…in us.”

Let’s make some

NOISE!!!! Noisy Offering has come

to Concordia! Start saving all of your

spare change now and see how much noise you can make as you pour it,

throw it and shake it into the “Noisy Offering Can”

Noisy offering will take place the last Sunday of each month and will occur at the conclusion of each Worship Service. The funds collected each month will be

used towards specified ministries or activities. Please watch the Windsock

each month to know what Noisy offering will be going to that Month!

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From the Board of Christian

Education... Our children enjoyed their day at “Barnyard Roundup” Vacation Bible School at Concordia. Our theme was “Jesus Gathers Us Together” with a focus on Psalm 23 with Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Thanks to all the parents and grandparents who brought their children and friends here for our special day of Christian fellowship together complete with Bible stories, crafts, games, music, and food. A big thank you to everyone who helped put our VBS together. Thanks to Dorothy Kennedy and Roni Scheibe who were the directors of VBS. Thank you to Katie Rosar and her Fellowship Board ladies who provided and served the snacks and lunch for everyone. Thanks to Pastor Mark for the opening and closing and to Tanya Debow for her wonderful music leadership. We enjoyed the children singing the two VBS songs on June 12th 11 pm worship service being led by Tanya. Katie Randermann and Ulana Ratley taught the two Bible story lessons for the VBS day. Crystal Schrader was in charge of the Utterly Cool Crafts, and Justin Randermann was in charge of the Bales of Fun Games. Thanks to them and to all the “Farmers” who led the children from station to station and all the other helpers that made this day possible. Mase Masalosalo created the most amazing barn set complete with a windmill, fence, and farm animals for the setting in our sanctuary. Thanks to the men who helped him by setting it up. A big thank you to everyone who helped make our “Barnyard Roundup” a successful VBS with the most children in attendance in five years. Remember we still have Sunday School this summer. The theme is “Pray, Praise & Give Thanks, Jesus Teaches Us to Pray.” Sunday School starts at 10 am and ends at 11 am everyone Sunday. Katie Randermann and Willie Silva teach the PreK Class and Crystal Schrader teaches the Elementary Class. Amie Jackowski teaches the Youth Class (Jr. High and High School). We are looking forward to seeing you in Sunday School and Church every Sunday.

Volunteers Needed!!!

We're looking for classroom volunteers for our new Sunday School program

which will start September 11. Please contact:

Dorothy Kennedy at 817.805.1697 or Roni Scheibe at 817.675.5947

as soon as possible if you're interested so we can include you in our exciting

new adventure!

JULY BIRTHDAYS 1— Kennedy Wilson

4— Jack Finder 5— Vanessa Thomas

6— Tiffany Heape 6— Nancy Sperry

10— Valerie Andersen 11— Gail Shepperd 12— Scott Western

14— Benjamin Bush 15— Mike Eskew

15— Peg Trowbridge 16— David Nelson

18— Noelani Hoffmann 20— Heather Finder

20— Susan Lindquist 21— Brian Vineyard 22— Wilfredo Silva 26— Ruth Donald 26— Conor Doyle

28—Susan Johnson 26— Jaron Lukenbill

“If we Missed your Important Date please let us know so

we can publish it next year”

N.E.E.D. Needs

July 3: Canned meat (tuna, spam, etc.), Ham-burger Helper, and Canned Vegetables.

July 10: Peanut Butter & Jelly, Rotel, and Refried Beans

July 17: Canned Vegetables & Fruits

July 24: Canned Tomatoes, Pasta, Rice, and Beans.

July 31: Flour, Sugar, Cooking Oil.

LAY MINISTERS: Justin Randermann and Brad Shepperd

LAY READERS

July 3—Alice Allison July 10—Heather Finder July 17—Gail Shepperd July 24— Kathy Nelson

July 31— Jim Wilson

JULY USHERS

Traditional Contemporary Ushers are needed for both services in June. If you are interested in serving in

this way please contact Justin Randermann at: randey1@aol.com

Serving Concordia in July

JULY ANNIVERSARIES

1— Justin and Katie Randermann 16— Richard and Stella Hlad 30— Marcos and Sarah Veloz

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! FOLLOW US ON TWITTER!

Concordia has a “New Look”…on our web page that is! If you have not had a chance check out

Concordia’s newly designed website (Much Thanks to Jim Wilson!) please do so. We have a fresh updated look that we think you will love. Announcements, pictures, sched-ules, and youth events are being updated weekly.

Plus Concordia is “getting social” with a fresh new Facebook page and a brand new Twitter account.

So go ahead and “like us”, “follow us”, or just check us out!

Web: www.concordialutheran.org, Facebook: Concordia Lutheran Church,

Twitter: Concordia.Lutheran@Concordia_LCMS

From the Board of Property...

As our Concordia Family Continues to grow so has the facilities schedule here at Concordia. There seems to always be “Something Happening” here at Concordia. From church sponsored events, to meet-ings and rehearsals, to private events, there is a lot of exciting life within our walls. In order to keep everything running smoothly Board of Property would like to take a moment to share a few key points of the facility/properties use policy here at Concordia. All Non-church sponsored facility use

requests must be directed to the Direc-tor of the Board of Properties John Find-er. John’s email address is

finderjohn@yahoo.com Any member requesting to use the facili-

ties for a non-church sponsored activity must complete, sign, and return a Facili-ties Use Form including a liability wavier within 5 days prior to the event date.

For effective scheduling a minimum of 10 days’ notice is required for non-church activity facility use requests.

All Church properties such as tables and chairs are only available for use at Concordia Facilities. Items may not be loaned out for use outside of Concordia Facilities. This policy is important to prevent excess wear and tear on items.

For all Church sponsored activities including events, meetings, rehearsals or any other activities please inform Secretary Heather Finder as early as possible regarding the dates and times of facilities use. Heather’s email address is hfinder@concordialutheran.org. This will allow for more accurate scheduling of all activities and minimize over booking. Thank you all for your help with these policies.

VBS 2016

CONCORDIA

ANNUAL

PATRIOTIC PICNIC

Sunday, July 3. Under Concordia’s mighty oaks.

Immediately following the Single Blended Worship Service.

Join us and enjoy Brisket, Burgers, Brats, and Hot Dogs, with all the trimmings, Cold

Drinks, and other treats! 2nd Annual Bags Tournament

Watermelon Eating Contest

Activities for the kids

Enjoy all the Great Food,

Fellowship and Games!!!

Mark your calendars NOW

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Contemporary Worship

Important June Sundays

3— Patriotic Picnic 10— Board of Lay Ministry Meeting

6:00pm Board of

Evangelism

9:00 am Traditional

Worship 10:00 am

Sunday School 11:00 am

Contemporary Worship

7:00 pm Board of Christian Education

7:00 pm Devine Praise

Rehearsal

7:00 pm Devine Praise

Rehearsal

5:30 pm Youth Band Rehearsal

7:00 pm Devine Praise

Rehearsal

6:15pm Women’s Group

Rehearsal

9:15 am Sunday School

10:30 am Blended Worship 11:45 am

Patriotic Picnic

9:00 am Traditional

Worship 10:00 am

Sunday School 11:00 am

Contemporary Worship

9:00 am Traditional

Worship 10:00 am

Sunday School 11:00 am

Contemporary Worship

5:30 pm Youth Band Rehearsal

6:15pm Women’s Group

Rehearsal

7:00 pm Devine Praise

Rehearsal

The Windsock is a monthly publication of Concordia Lutheran Church, 3705 Harwood Road, Bedford, Texas 76021-4013 entered as third class mail at the Bedford, Texas post office under permit number 37 as a non-profit organization.

Staff

Editor: Rev. Mark Lasch Publication Manager: Heather Finder Director of Distribution: Bruce Nelson Internet Webmaster: Heather Finder

Cartoonist: Richard Hlad

Concordia Lutheran Church 3705 Harwood Road

Bedford, Texas 76021-4013 Phone: (817) 283-3560

Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Worship - 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.

Concordia Lutheran Church 3705 Harwood Road Bedford, Texas 76021-4013

OUR MISSION AT CONCORDIA Living joyfully in friendship, love and ministry Openly reaching out with the Gospel Visibly sharing the life of Christ through Word & Sacrament Encouraging spiritual growth and development

SHARING GOD’S LOVE & TOUCHING PEOPLE’S LIVES

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