Notes & News

·          Nursery available during church services.  The nursery is staffed the entire 10:30 a.m. church service only.  Parents are welcomed to use the nursery during the 8:00 a.m. service.  The service may be viewed by video while in the nursery. 

 

·          Please join us for coffee, juice, milk, and breakfast snacks each Sunday between Sunday school and the second Worship service.  This is a great time for catching up on what God is doing in others’ lives.  Come join the fun and fellowship!

 

·          Adult Bible Study.  Pastor Aaron continues his series of studies on the book of Revelation.  The study, “Alpha & Omega,” is an in-depth examination of the Revelation of John.  Probably the most feared and most misinterpreted book of the scriptures, Revelation is a mystery for many Christians.  Join Pastor and others as we seek to remove the mystery and develop an understanding of this last Word of the Lord.  Class begins every Sunday at 9:20am.

 

·          Fall Congregational Elections are fast approaching.  These elections take place during the fall congregational meeting which will be held on November 9, 2008.  Officer positions up for election this year are: President, Secretary, Chairperson of the Vision Planning Board and one At-Large Officer.  Each carries a two year term.  A description of duties, required qualifications, and anticipated time commitments for each position is available on the green table at the Walnut Street entrance, or visit our website: www.seymourpeacelutheran.com and click on the 2008 Elections tab.  If you would like to run for one of these open offices, please contact Max Goecker, Roger Vehslage, Digger Franke, Barb Schuley or any member of the Administrative Board with your intentions by September 10.

 

·          No 2^nd Service at Peace Ministry Facility on September 7^th -  Due to the Church Picnic / RALLY Day at Camp Lakeview on September 7^th , there will not be a second service in the St. Paul sanctuary on that day.  Instead, 2^nd service will be held at the Camp Lakeview amphitheater beginning at its normal time of 10:30.  First service, 8:00 a.m., will be held as normal in the St. Paul sanctuary.  We will not have Sunday School this day.    We will have a potluck lunch and activies following the service at Camp Lakeview .  Fried Chicken, drinks, and table service will be provided.  Please bring a dish to share.  We will have activities following lunch including cornhole, a pie eating contest, tug of war in the mud pit, pass the pig, water balloons, and swimming.  Bring your swimsuits, towels, and sunscreen if you are going to swim and a change of clothes if you are planning on participating in tug of war .  We also have a sign up sheet in the entrance for the pies.  If you have any questions please contact Leeann Friend 528-3815, Jennifer Hendrix 525-9438 or Tammy Hiester 528-0434.  For those interested in going to Camp Lakeview but not wanting to drive, please contact the office so arrangements can be made to help all members and friends of Peace attend this festive event.

 

·          “Surf’s Up” Preparedness Retreat – Tim Krupski, Pastor of Lord of Life Lutheran in Westfield and experienced church planter, will be here on Friday, September 5^th and Saturday, September 6^th to lead our time of planning.  We hope to firm up a set of core values that drive our congregation’s decisions, explore the goals for our future ministry facility, and establish a set of strategies for shaping our ministry efforts over the next 1-2 years.

 

·          It’s School Time! – It is that time of year again and that means the regular Sunday School classes will begin soon.  All children are invited to attend Sunday School!  Our regular classes will begin September 14^th at 9:20 a.m.  Anyone interested in teaching or helping in any way should contact Kim Ellerman at 523-3475.

 

·          Church Directory:  A church directory will be published in September containing Peace members’ names, addresses and phone numbers.  As we wish to respect your right of privacy, please contact the church office at 523-3838 if you DO NOT want your address and/or phone number published and we will kindly omit it from the directory.

 

·          Way To Go! -  In recent congregational appeals and efforts, the Red Cross was sent $1849.77 as a result of the Spring Fling and accompanying Thrivent match.  The Pregnancy Care Center was sent $719.59 as a result of the baby bottle campaign.  Through these efforts, our congregation continues to show a caring spirit for the community and a desire to care for others as Christ would by helping to meet their needs in times of change.  Thank you for giving generously of your time, talents and treasure.

 

·          Shoes for the Needy – “The Fitted Foot”, & “Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Center ” in conjunction with the Indiana Podiatric Medical Association are again sponsoring a “Shoes for the Needy” campaign.  Please go through your closets and gather shoes you do not wear anymore that are still in good condition.  All types, i.e. children’s, athletic, dress shoes and new socks are needed.  A collection box is located at the Walnut St entrance.  The collection runs through September 7^th .

 

·          Join us for AEROBICS at Peace Lutheran Church every Monday at 7:00 p.m.  Fellowship with others while getting your body in shape to serve our Lord.  Call Carolyn Rosenau with any questions at 530-1602.

 

·          Pregnancy Care Center ’s Annual Walk for Life – The Pregnancy Care Center is  a ministry dedicated to helping women and men facing unplanned pregnancies by offering life-affirming options.  You are invited to take a stand with the body of Christ in Jackson County by taking part in the Walk for Life.  Registration at Immanuel Lutheran School begins at 8:30 a.m. with the Walk following at 9 a.m.  The goal is to raise $10,000 for the Jackson County Center .  For more information on how you can participate and make a difference in the lives of women, men and their unborn children, call Pregnancy Care Center at 524-1900 or see Carol Onken for a pledge form.  You can also download a copy at www.affirminglifeonline.org.  Let’s not just talk the talk…let’s all Walk the Walk!

 

·          Trinity Lutheran High School invites students and their families to an open house on Saturday, September 27 from 8:00 to 10:00 A.M.  All seventh and eighth grade students in attendance will receive one free admission to the Cougar Invitational Tournament scheduled for the same day from 9:00 A.M. until noon.  Interested eighth grade students will also receive a $75 voucher that covers registration costs at Trinity for the 2009-2010 school year.  Please enter through the gymnasium.  We hope to see you there!

 

·          Immanuel 7^th Grade Fundraisers - Mum sales have begun; colors available are yellow, white, red, pink/purple, bronze/orange for $6.50 each.  The students will be selling mums until August 28^th with delivery the week of September 7th.  Car wash tickets are also being sold for $5.00.  The car wash will take place September 6^th at the Jay C Store on the west end of Seymour from 9am to 4pm.  If members are interested in mums or car wash tickets, please contact one of the 7^th grade students from Immanuel Lutheran School .

 

·          ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL TEACHER AIDE POSITION OPENING – Zion Lutheran School has an opening for a part-time Preschool 3 Teacher Aide.  This position is for two mornings per week (Tuesday & Thursday, approximately 8:00 – 11:15 a.m. each day).  Please contact Roy Stuckwisch at Zion Lutheran School (522-5911, Ext. 13) if you have any questions.  Anyone wishing to apply for the position should turn in a letter of application and resume to the Zion Lutheran Church office by no later than Sunday, August 31.

 

·          The Board of Human Care at Redeemer Lutheran Church is requesting a joint effort of the Seymour and Brownstown Circuits in sending camouflage bandanas with the 91^st Psalm printed on them to Pastor Craig Muhlbach and Pastor Matthew Prince.  Monetary donations may be given to Redeemer Lutheran Church until the end of August.

 

·          Parking Courtesy - Please leave some of the parking spaces in the north parking lot, as well as several of the spaces on the side of the church open for those members and guests who have a special need to park closely.

 

·          Bible Study on DVD.  If you wish you could attend the adult Bible class but are unable to, or if you miss a session, you can pick up a copy of the previous weeks’ lessons in the entryway.  Each Sunday’s DVD contains the worship service followed by the video of the class.  Keep the copy or pass it on to a friend.

 

·          Make a Joyful Noise!  Do you have the gift of singing, playing an instrument, piano, etc.?  Please consider offering your special talents at our worship services during the offering and / or communion.  Please contact Debbie Risser at 523-8089 for more information.  Music is available or you may use your own music.

 

·          Peace Lutheran Church conducts Adult Bible Class and Sunday school on a regular basis.  Sunday school runs from 9:20 – 10:05 am.  We currently have classes throughout the summer for three age groups: youth through 8^th grade, high school, and the adult class.

Last Week (8-17-08)

 

Worship Attendance:                            179

Sunday School:                                       30

Adult Bible Class:                                               25

General Fund Offering:             $5,548.25

Land Fund:                                  $1,145.00

Building Fund:                                     $5.00

 

Calendar of Upcoming Events

 

Aug 24   ~noon        First Communion Class

Aug 25   7 pm           Aerobics

Aug 29   4 pm           PITTY Committee Meeting

Sep 5-6      “Surf’s Up Preparedness Retreat”

Sep. 7    10:30 am   Camp Lakeview service, etc.

Sep. 19-20                    Jr. High Youth Rally in Greensburg