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HINDUISM FACTS Hinduism is the world's third largest religion with over 900 million followers. In the United States, there are over one million Hindus. Continued from page 4... The pastor spoke with the family and the Hindu neighbors respectfully to assure them that the unborn child would not become a demon. He also shared the gospel of Christ's resurrection and the comfort we have in the death of a loved one. He explained, "She is in heaven. She will not become a demon." Finally, the family and the neighbors came to an agreement. I, along with the men studying at the national seminary, were praying for the national pastor throughout this ordeal. I witnessed great concern on the faces of all the men. Local pastors have two issues to handle when a member dies, grief and loss along with the challenge of burying the deceased. While a complicated burial ritual in the earthly sense, God’s message is simple and His word was used to preach the saving gospel message to many who remain in darkness. BEGIN THE YEAR WITH PATIENCE AND GRACE By Rachel Blum As an early elementary school teacher, I was both nervous and eager to begin each school year. Every new school year held so much promise. Yet beginning something new took such patience and hard work. I always knew that by mid-October all of the hard work would start paying off as individual students became a classroom community, learning was evident throughout the day, and teachers and families were settled into their new routines and relationships. However, the first weeks can be tough, and how we all handle them sets the tone for the rest of the year. Parents, teachers, and students are very tired at the beginning of the school year. Be patient! It is exhausting to implement and learn new routines, recognize new faces, and memorize new names while also focusing on academic learning and homework. Give each other time to get everything running smoothly, and try not to make quick judgments based on information gathered in the first couple weeks of the school year. Choose a Bible verse, like Colossians 3:12, on which to focus as you interact with your children, other families, teachers, and administrators: “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.” Stressful times can give our sinful natures a foothold, but focusing on God’s Word supports us as we build and grow relationships at the beginning of the school year. Posting an encouraging verse in your car, on the fridge, or on your mirror can be a gentle reminder throughout the day of how you would like to treat others in this time of change. Just when it seems like things are going smoothly and it’s going to be a good year, a couple things often seem to set off a normally patient, kind, and gentle parent— homework and “mean” kids. Homework: Often schools have homework philosophies, and teachers need to follow what is required of them. Teachers work hard to give homework that is not too hard, not too easy, beneficial for every student, and that fits every family situation, but . . . this is tremendously hard to accomplish. The only way for a teacher to know if the homework is or is not working for your family is if you discuss it with him or her. If the amount, type, or content of homework is not working for your child or family, please ask to speak to the teacher privately and then share how homework is going. Continued on page 9...
Centennial Choir Begins Tuesday, September 12 7:00pm Our choir will begin their Fall season on Tuesday, September 12. It is at 7:00 pm and held in our church balcony each Tuesday. If you would like to join us, we would welcome anyone 8th grade and older, and anyone who would like to contribute their voice in praising the Lord. One of the first things we are preparing for is the Southeastern Wisconsin District Reformation Service, which will be held on November 5 at 3:30 in the afternoon at the 4000-seat Miller High Life Theatre (formally the Milwaukee Theater) in downtown Milwaukee. Our choir was asked to participate in this large service with several other church choirs from around the area. Please join us on September 12. We always welcome new voices. ~Cheryl Nolte, Music Director “But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.” Psalm 5:11
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