Glimpses of Glendale Glendale Lutheran Church Newsletter | | | There was an episode of “Everybody loves Raymond” that I love. Ray joins his dad as an usher. He realizes that his father volunteers to usher because then he can stand in the entranceway and avoid the worship service. He tells his father that ushering is a scam. That’s not how it is in our church. Actually, it’s quite the opposite. Ushers worship and fulfill their job simultaneously.
It’s a sacrifice. Ushers, like everyone else, want to focus on worshipping God during the service. But for certain times they set aside their preference so others can worship. This sacrifice is itself an act of worship. I thank Terry, Ken, Beverly, Derek, Laurel, Ron, Judy, Lisa, Becci, John and Mike for signing up and serving the Lord this way.
In 1 Corinthians 7, Paul says that the church needs, “to promote good order and to secure your undivided devotion to the Lord.” That is what ushers do. They help promote an orderly communion service by telling people when to go up to the rail. They also are the eyes and the ears of the pastor. They tell me if my microphone isn’t working, if there is visitors or if I missed a prayer request. I’ve even had ushers be the first to notice a medical situation. If your name wasn’t listed above, please sign up to be an usher. We need you. | | July Food Drive at Glendale
It has been six months since our Holiday Food Drive. As you will see, the table is set up in the hall waiting to be loaded with our generous contributions to be delivered to Kirk Care in our neighborhood. Many in our area are still struggling with food for their meals as well as paper products, cleaning products, hygiene needs and diapers. Keith Rawlings, Youth in Action, informed us that some of the greater current needs are fruit cups and fruit juices. Whatever you want to contribute is wonderful.
Dollar Tree is a good source for many things, especially cleaning products and dish soap in small sizes. Remember NO GLASS. Of course, any of the food items you bought last Christmas can be useful this time as well. If you would like to contribute but it is not convenient to bring food and/or paper products to church, you can give cash or checks to Marcia Hempel. Please make sure your name is attached to the monetary gift.
Collection began July 3 and will end July 31. | | Collecting Reading Material
If anyone has magazines within the last 6 months, or any devotionals or books you’re wanting to throw out, Lauren Mistler would love to take them off your hands. Many nursing home patients would love more reading materials! Please contact lu.mis@att.net. Thank you! | | Position Available
Gene Smith is looking for a weekday companion for his wife, Cindy, who has dementia. This would be a paid position and would be for five hours a day, Monday through Friday. If interested, please contact Pastor Scott. | | Rummage Sale Organizer
Interested in heading up the GLC rummage sale? Please contact Pastor Scott. | | Mortgage Update
Another major milestone has been achieved. Thanks to a recent significant donation earmarked for principal reduction our regular monthly obligation of $5,750 now funds more principal reduction than interest payment. This milestone has been accomplished within 4 years of an original 20 year note! Together with many members who have specified funds for our mortgage principal we have avoided over $130,000 in potential interest payments and our principal has been reduced by almost $200,000. In addition, the term of our loan has been shortened by almost 4 years. This is an amazing example of the stewardship of our members. We acknowledge all with thankfulness as God continues to bless us. | | Next Sunday's Bible Readings | | Genesis 9:8-17; Ephesians 3:14-21; Mark 6:45-56 | | This Sunday - 7/18 Lector: Joel Hempel Communion: John Steele S/V: Ken Clark Ushers: Mike Toney, Ron Froesel, Terry Buchholz Children's Message: Pastor Scott | | Next Sunday - 7/25 Lector: Steve Phelps Communion: Mike Toney S/V: Ken Clark Usher: Judy George, Jeanne Lipinski, Becci Sasser, Beverly Dixson Children's Message: Tim Cosby | | | Glendale Lutheran Church Monday-Thursday 8:00 am-4:30 pm (314) 966-3220 | | | | | | | |
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