August Newsletter 2011 - Peace Lutheran Church

CONFIRMATION INSTRUCTION THIS FALL ����
Our children’s Christian education is not only fulfilling responsibilities and promises made at their
Baptism, but it is also vital for their future life in Christ. Students who are in 7 th or 8 th grade this Fall, or
High School students who have not been confirmed, along with their parents, are asked to meet with
Pastor Wandrey following the worship service on Sunday, August 14 th , for a brief planning meeting.
Confirmation instruction is preparation for responsible adult membership in our congregation and
learning what it means to be a believer and follower of our Lord Jesus Christ. If you are unable to be
present on Sunday, August 14 th , please contact Pastor Wandrey before that date.
NEW ENVELOPES AVAILABLE FOR TITHES & OFFERINGS ����
Beginning in August, envelopes will be available for members or guests at worship who prefer to put their
check or cash into an envelope. The envelopes have a line amount for Ministry Support (general fund),
Building Fund, or Special (designated) offering. It is not necessary to use these envelopes; they are simply
available, and may be picked up as you enter the sanctuary for worship, for those who prefer to use them.
*** PLANS ARE FOR WORSHIP TIME AT PEACE TO REMAIN AT 10:00 a.m. THIS FALL! ����
PEACE/ST MARK’S JOINT WORSHIP/PICNIC SUNDAY, AUGUST 21st at 10:00 a.m. ☺
As we did in June at St Mark’s Lutheran Church, so we will do again, this time at Peace. Their
congregation will join us for worship at our usual time of 10:00 a.m., followed by a picnic in our courtyard,
and time for fellowship and conversation with our nearest LCMC neighbor. There will again be signup
sheets for salads and desserts, as well as setup, serving and takedown. The Church Council will provide a
variety of meats and cheeses, breads and condiments to build your own sandwich. It was a great time
together at their church; let’s make it even better here at Peace!
VISIONING OUR CONGREGATION’S FUTURE ����
During the month of August, a small group of Peace’s members have been asked by the Church Council to
meet weekly to help guide our Church Council and congregation in discerning where God is leading us in
the ministries and mission of our congregation. They will help us identify the gifts and strengths of our
members, short term and long range goals, then submit the results of their brainstorming to the Church
Council’s September meeting. Your prayers are requested for this group every day during the month of
August, that the Holy Spirit will lead and direct them in their discussions.
“SEEKING HIM” BIBLE STUDY ����
The people who participated in the “Seeking Him” Bible Study were thoroughly impressed with their
growth in faith and their personal relationship with Jesus Christ, as well as getting to know others in our
congregation they didn’t know very well, including the pastor if they were in his group! Since the course
will be offered again this Fall, we asked a few of the participants to share their experience as a means of
encouragement for others to consider this 13-week study. Their comments are printed here. During the
month of August, a few others will share their comments at Sunday worship services.
SEE SOME COMMENTS REGARDING SEEKING HIM ON THE NEXT PAGE. ����