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Thursday, September 27, 2018

News from Glendale Lutheran Church

 
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Glimpses of Glendale
Glendale Lutheran Church NewsletterSeptember 27, 2018
In This Issue
WEEKLY CALENDAR
Sunday, September 30
  9:15am -- Worship
10:45am -- Sunday School/Bible Class
Monday, October 1
  6:30am-6:00pm -- CCLS Preschool
  3:00pm-6:00pm -- LFCS Counselor
Tuesday, October 2
  6:30am-6:00pm -- CCLS Preschool
  9:15am -- Women's Bible Study
Wednesday, October 3
  6:30am-6:00pm -- CCLS Preschool
  9:00am-7:00pm -- LFCS Counselor
  6:00pm -- Elders' Meeting
  6:30pm -- L'Arche Meeting - Fellowship Room
  7:00pm -- Choir
Thursday, October 4
  6:30am-6:00pm -- CCLS Preschool
  9:00am-5:00pm -- LFCS Counselor
  7:00pm -- AA - Mixed - FLC
Friday, October 5
  6:30am-6:00pm -- CCLS Preschool
  9:00am-5:00pm -- LFCS Counselor
  6:15pm -- AA Women - FLC
  8:00pm -- AA Men - FLC
Saturday, October 6
10:00am-12:00pm -- Lightroom Fundamentals - FLC
  5:00pm -- Worship
Sunday, October 7
  9:15am -- Worship
10:45am -- Sunday School/Bible Class
Pastor Scott's Message
   Two weeks ago, Principal Masa Massenburg of North Glendale Elementary graciously came to our church and received a check for $2500 towards their summer reading program. The money will be used to buy prizes as an incentive to read. I was very grateful that Dr. Massenburg came. I was surprised when she began her remarks with "Greetings in the name of the Lord." I was proud when our congregation gave her an extended ovation, making her feel very welcome.
   Then one week later, I saw Dr. Massenburg again. She was greeting families on a weekday morning on Sappington. I parked and went up and thanked her. She said she had something for our church. We went inside and pulled out two large envelopes filled with Thank you notes from the kids and teachers. I've posted some of them on the bulletin board in the hallway.
   Here are some excerpts from the teachers. "Thank you for your wonderful and generous donation." "Words can't even begin to express how thankful we are and how important summer reading is to our students." Here are some excerpts from the kids.  "First place goes to you!" "Dear all priests, Thank you for all you have ever given to us! Such as hope, kindness and so much more!" "I really like to read because I don't have much to do. I don't like what my brothers play." "Reading makes the world a better place." "I hope you will do more good things in the community." "You guys are the real stars. (their mascot is the super stars) I know that sounds like it is from a cheesy movie but I really mean it." "The prizes weren't really good last year." "Thank you so much for your very humble deed." 
   Kids drew pictures of rainbows, a dancing church, a reading rabbit and a lot of crosses.  Coincidentally, Paul Robinson shared how Martin Luther advocated for the first truly public schools in Europe. He believed that is helped children to read the Bible but also be productive citizens who lived a good life. Gratefully, we got to promote literacy in our own backyard. Dear Lord, bless these kids through reading. Help us to reach them with the Gospel. Also, watch for an article in the Kirkwood times about our connection with North Glendale Elementary.

Daily Bible Readings

Upcoming Pancake Breakfast
Glendale Lutheran will be hosting our annual pancake breakfast (normally held in the spring!) for our CCLS Preschool families on Wednesday, October 3 from 7:30am-9:00am. If you would like to help flip pancakes or even just enjoy meeting some of our preschool families, please contact Sue Schultz (314-304-0556). Thank you!
Hands on Kirkwood - Thank You!
The items collected here for the 8th annual "Free Winter Clothing Store" will be distributed to those in need on October 6. Thank you again to all who donated!
Next Potluck!
The next potluck dinner is scheduled for October 17, with fellowship at 6:00pm and dinner at 6:30pm.
LWML Event
Lutheran Women in Mission present Sing Fest with Rev. Terry Dittmer. The event will take place at Mount Calvary Lutheran in Brentwood, 8:30am to 11:30am, during the LWML St. Louis West Zone Rally on Saturday, October 20. A freewill offering will be taken for LWML treasury and event expenses. Please RSVP by October 12 (for food count) to Annette at amt14405@gmail.com.
Faith Support for Individuals with Loved Ones in Jail
Through his role as Chaplain for the St. Louis County Jail, Pastor Vince Stanley has recognized the emotional stress placed on individuals when a loved one is in jail. Pastor Stanley has formed a faith-based and confidential support group for individuals who have loved ones currently or formerly incarcerated. The group will meet monthly on the third Thursday of each month at 7:00pm at Concordia Lutheran Church in Kirkwood. If you are dealing with this stressful situation or have experiences to share, please join this group.
Notes from the Music Director
   Our choir has had an excellent beginning. The words of each anthem are printed in the bulletin. I have chosen some wonderful anthems and songs between now and January.   
   All new voices are needed, however...four to five new sopranos would surely complete a well-balanced choir. Please consider joining the choir as we sing to the glory of God in a beautiful sanctuary.
   Please read Psalm 150.

In Christ,
Jim Thielker (314-487-6942 or 314-537-7691)
Glimpses from the Homefront
 
June 27, 1945

Dear Inkiers...Received another copy of InkLinks and find every one I get seems to be better...Glad to read that my twin brother letter in this last copy...back living in a tent, much rather have the barn in Germany, I expect to see my twin where he is very soon...so long till next month...he wrote again in September of 1944...just sent 43 days in a banana boat and now the other side of the world...in the Philippines, pretty nice here, raining straight for about 33 hours. Just made land and boy I was never so glad to get on land in my life! Went thru the Panama Canal, picked up mail, lots of natives around the tents selling coconuts and bananas, very good...time to knock off for chow. Hope to get another InkLinks soon!
 
Harvey Schneider
Tracking Our Building Mortgage
   We have posted the result of the funds that continue to be specified weekly for principal reduction. We will continue to accumulate these funds until each month end and then send to LCEF in addition to our regular contracted monthly principal and interest payment.
   $19,000 of additional principal was sent in August. This reduced our 20 year term by 8 months and will save us over $29,000 in interest.
   This information will be updated monthly and posted on the LCEF bulletin board in the hallway toward the Parish House.
   If we can sign up 8 more accounts with LCEF, we will qualify for a mortgage interest reduction for the next FIVE years. If you have not already done so, please consider this win win activity. Accounts can be opened for as little as 25 dollars. Youth accounts are paying a nice rate of interest and are a good way to introduce this worthwhile organization and saving activity to your grandchild.
Yard Work Volunteer Wanted
We are looking for a volunteer to maintain the boxwood bushes on our campus. Bushes should be trimmed as necessary (2 to 3 times per year). It is estimated to take two to three hours to trim. We will provide a cordless trimmer unless you prefer to use you own. Please let Michelle know if you are willing to take responsibility for this seasonal task.
Community Events
 
LHSS Carnival
Come one, Come all! Lutheran South is hosting a Homecoming Carnival on Friday, September 28 from 5:00-10:00pm and Saturday, September 29 from 11:00am-9:00pm. This community event will include rides, games, funnel cakes and more! Enjoy the football game Friday night and live music Saturday while your kids are entertained riding the scrambler or racing the pigs. Bring the entire family for a weekend of fun! Wristbands for unlimited rides are available for Saturday only from 11:00am-6:00pm. These can be purchased at lhssstl.org/carnival. Regular ride tickets, as well as tickets for food and games, can be purchased at the event.

The Word Within the Word   by John Wehmueller

Worship Leaders                    

This Sunday (9/30)
Next Sunday (10/7)
Preacher/Celebrant
Pastor ScottPastor Scott
Liturgist
Pastor ScottPastor Scott
Lector
Tim CosbyTracey Ortstadt
Children's Message
Pastor ScottJanet Leet
Communion AssistantNate McCartyNate McCarty
Lay Assistants
Steve PhelpsGreg & Karen Frimel
Greeters
Ken & Jeanne Clark
Bill & Judy George
Sound/Video
Jerry & Beth NicolausKen Clark
UshersRon Froesel, Frank Moret, Gary Riley, Ken ClarkTony Petzoldt, Frank Moret, Gary Riley, Gerry Lucas
Pianist (Saturday)
Jim ThielkerCarol Benninghoff
Organist (Sunday)
Jim ThielkerJim Thielker
Bible Class Video Support
Tony PetzoldtTony Petzoldt
  
Next Sunday's Bible Readings
Prepare for next week's worship through a careful, prayerful reading of the appointed lessons for the day:
Genesis 2:18-25; Hebrews 10:1-22; Mark 10:2-16
October Birthdays & Anniversaries                    
5 -  Bettie Welch
 
6 - Gloria Nobis
        Grace Jonas
 
7 - LaVerne Eifert
 
8 - Steve Brugere
        Lisa Grossenheider
 
9 -  Ben Haskenhoff
 
11 -  Janet Hurley
 
14 - Howard Finley
 
15 - Bruce Hartung
         Grant Lee
 
19 - Josh Schultz
 
20 - Maggie McClanahan
 
21 - Jeanne Clark
 
22 - Janet Leet

 
23 - Phyllis Phelps
 
24 - Magnus Hempel
 
25 - Karen Raterman           
 
26 - Kelly Climer
 
27 - Sally Dobrunz
 
28 - Molly Ryan


2 - Devin & Marilee Sauer
 
4 - Justin & Candace Lane
 
14 - Jules & Mary Bush
 
17 - Sue & Doug Schmidt
 
22 - Rick & Sandy Faeth

  
Glendale Lutheran Church, 1365 North Sappington Road, Glendale, MO 63122
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