SPRING 2021

Even in times of physical distancing, we can still engage in acts of Missional

Living. We will continue to offer safe options for service, advocacy, and

action. Please watch for the events in CONNECT, This Week at Living

Word, our Facebook page, and our website. All event links can be found at

www.LivingWordKaty.org/Events.

We do not just GO to church,

we ARE the church Spring

Ministries

• Sunday School

• Children’s Music

• Confirmation

• Youth Activities

• Youth Music

• Young Adult Activities

• Adult Bible Studies

• Adult Music

• Drama Ministry

DISCIPLESHIP THEMES Our new discipleship theme for 2021 is Connect! We will explore connections

locally, regionally, and globally. As always, our sermon series, adult and youth

studies, social media engagements, reading list, Spotify playlists, service

projects, and calls to action will all reflect this theme and help us to become

better engaged, equipped, and educated disciples.

THE LEARNING CENTER A ministry of Living Word Lutheran Church, The Learning Center seeks to provide

a safe place where children are nurtured and shown God's love. We are committed

to offering the best possible preschool program with Christian faith and values to our

church and community. Our center offers a developmentally appropriate program focusing on growth of the whole child,

physically, socially, emotionally, cognitively, and spiritually. We are thankful to be partners with parents in raising healthy,

happy, well-adjusted and faith-filled children.

TLC enrolls children from 6 weeks of age through 5 years old. We also offer transportation and before-and-after school care

for surrounding elementary schools. For a complete list, or if you have any questions, contact Director Emmy Khan at 281-

392-2273 or emmykhan@tlclivingwordkaty.org.

Adult Ministry

Upcoming Events

ADULT BIBLE STUDY Go to Living Word’s Facebook page and join Pastor

Emmanuel each Wednesday at 9:30am for an engaging

journey through scripture from the comfort of your

home, or on your phone, or computer. It’s so easy, even

Lutheran’s can do it!

ADULT VISIO DIVINA Join Pastor Ariel each Thursday at 10:00am for Visio

Divina! Visio Divina, Latin for “divine seeing,” is a

method of meditation, reflection, and prayer. This

exercise is an adaptation of the 6th century Benedictine

practice of iconography and illuminations. This spring

we are studying Women in the Bible, and have also

incorporated poetry and literature into our practice.

Meetings will take place via ZOOM. Check the church

events page for the link!

FAITH & FITNESS Join Pastor Emmanuel each Monday, Thursday and

Friday morning from 7:30-7:45am for inspiration and

exercise tips to stay in shape. Pastor Emmanuel will be

Live on Facebook at this time, or go to our Facebook

page at any time to watch the video.

PRAYER LABYRINTH Our Prayer Labyrinth has been revitalized. This Lent

we will have resources available to help you incorporate

this faith practice into your discipleship journey.

Prayers and litanies will be located near the labyrinth

and will be in the Spring Ministry Kit.

TASTE & SEE Connect virtually with Pastor Ariel and others in the

Living Word Community Tuesdays at 5:30pm. Pastor

Ariel will share a recipe and cook it in real-time while

streaming on Facebook Live. Each session includes a

devotion and opportunities for discussion and

contemplation as well as an opportunity to learn a new

meal or dish!

TEXT DEVOTIONS Each weekday during Lent, Pastor Ariel will text a brief

devotion to help start your day off with a moment with

God. All members we have cell phone numbers for will

receive the text messages. You can unsubscribe at

any time. If you do not receive the messages and

would like to, contact the church office so we can be

sure we have your correct number.

ASHES-TO-GO On Ash Wednesday, a blessing and ashes will be offered for any member who is interested in receiving them. Come pick-up

ashes to use at home as you follow along virtually with the Virtual Worship at 7:00pm, or use with an at-home litany. Pick up

times are: 6:00-7:00am, 12:00-2:00pm, 5:00-6:30pm.

DINNER CHURCH Join us this Lent for Wednesday Night Virtual Dinner Church from 6:30-7:15pm. Dinner Church is a worship experience

shared over a meal that includes communion, scripture, reflection, and prayers. Individuals and families of all ages are

invited to participate in this gathering modeled after the early church. Weekly recipe suggestions will be available every

Monday – provided by our own members! Create this meal or one of your own, and sit down at the table, log in online, and

join us for Virtual Dinner Church! Additional resources will be available in the Spring Ministry Kit! !

DRIVE-THRU STATIONS OF THE CROSS This Good Friday we will hold a Drive-Thru Stations of the Cross in the church parking lot. Come spend time in prayer and

contemplations while reflecting on the last 14 places Jesus was prior to his crucifixion. Resources will be passed out at the

entry to the stations.

Children’s Ministry

“Start children off on the way they

should go, and when they are old

they will not turn from it.” Proverbs 22:6

SUNDAY SCHOOL Join Pastor Ariel & Mr. Mark online each Sunday at 12:00pm for

Sunday School Chapel which includes Bible stories, music, and

prayer! This is a time for all ages to engage in faith & fun! Family

devotional resources are available each week on the church’s

website.

VIRTUAL JOURNEY TO THE CROSS Journey to the Cross will be virtual again this year. Listen to the

story of Jesus’ final days while reflecting on art created by our own

Living Word members!

Youth Ministry

CONFIRMATION Confirmation is the process of a youth transitioning from childhood to adulthood in the eyes of the church. At Baptism,

parents and godparents make promises on behalf of the child such as to bring them to the Lord’s Table, teach them the 10

Commandments and the Lord’s Prayer, and put scripture in their hands. During Confirmation, 6-8th grade youth learn

about the Bible, Lutheran theology, and how to live life as a disciple. After completing this 3-year journey, they Affirm their

Baptism and claim their Baptismal Promises and Faith Life as their own. Currently Confirmation is virtual. We will connect

each Sunday from 6:00pm-7:30pm via ZOOM.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP Although we cannot gather in-person at this time, we can still gather online! All high school students are invited to

participate in a ZOOM meeting Sunday afternoons at 4pm with Mark & Chelsea. We’ll check in with each other, talk about

what’s going on, engage in some Bible study, and end our time together in prayer.

Music & Arts Ministry ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL DRAMA CLUB

This drama club offers elementary and middle school aged kids a

chance to stretch their acting skills, learn monologues, play games

and perform in a safe environment amongst friends. No prior drama

experience required. Elementary & Middle School Drama Club will

meet on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 6pm via ZOOM.

HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA CLUB High School Drama Club is a group acting class for older students

where we will focus on advanced acting technique. While still

applying to beginners, this class will focus on technical skills involved

in monologues, character development, and group readings.

Everyone ages 13-18 is welcome.

MUSICAL MOMENTS Barry Sames, our Director of Music & Worship

Arts, comes to you LIVE from our sanctuary

every Tuesday from 11:00am – 12:00pm. He

will be at the piano playing hymns and taking

requests.

JEWELS The Jewels are a group of young singers, movers, and

shakers that enjoy learning fun and energetic music as

a group! Elementary-aged kiddos welcome. We will be

working on music that makes you think, feel, and move

as well as a little bit of beginner music reading. No

previous experience needed to join. Please join us

Tuesday’s live on ZOOM!

GRACE NOTES The Grace Notes are a group of kids that love to play

bells! Bells and music are color coded and simple.

Elementary school kiddos are welcome at all levels of

musical knowledge. A little bit of music theory will be

taught, and students will grow together! The Grace

Notes will be going live on ZOOM for rehearsals

Tuesday evenings.

DIAMONDS Stretch your vocal skills with the Diamonds singing

group! Middle school and high schoolers are welcome

to join. Every week, Ms. Chelsea will lead vocal

warmups, games and teach high energy, fun worship

music for you to sing at home and with family members

on Sunday mornings. So, come learn how to sing

solos, duets, and group vocal numbers with friends and

have fun with us every Tuesday evening from on

ZOOM.

GUITAR LESSONS Mark and a couple of other experienced guitarists will

be hosting a bi-monthly ZOOM Guitar Circle on the 2nd

& 4th Sundays of every month at 2pm. If you play

guitar or have been wanting to learn, this is for you.

During the ZOOM we will take turns sharing songs,

teaching songs and chords and just spend time talking

about music. During the ZOOM we also plan to break

into skill level appropriate groups.

ADULT CHOIR If you love to sing and learn music amongst friends,

please join the Adult Choir! No music reading skills are

necessary. CDs and music for practice will be available

for you to have at home.

HAPPY HOUR WITH THE HANDBELLS Join the ladies and gents of the Living Bells handbell

choir as we discuss handbell theory, technique, and

watch different and interesting performances via ZOOM

Thursdays from 7-8pm. This group is open to all adults

excited to learn more about music and connecting with

friends in a relaxed environment. Grab a snack, a drink,

and unwind with us