Greetings From Pastor Lyn
Letter for the week of September 24, 2020
Dear People,
This past week another pastor asked me if I had started to prepare for Advent. I had to laugh because even in a year where time often feels suspended or lost - the answer is “yes.” In any year church staff and pastors always are planning at least one season ahead. It’s good to have some planning done well in advance. One reason is if we’ve done the majority of thinking about a season early on we can enjoy the season we are actually in to the fullest. It’s too early to give away the theme for Advent but it is formulating and will be the topic of a future letter.
Speaking of seasons changing….the annual Walnut Picking event is getting close. The walnut trees still produced and need picking up from the Kraft’s pasture. Kristine will have a full article in the October Echoes which will be out next week but save the date: October 17th. It’s a wonderful opportunity for families, couples or singles to get out of the house and enjoy the crisp fall air (or late summer tempsJ).
A “gifted” someone left a beautiful handmade pumpkin decoration in my office last week! It’s very whimsical and a cute reminder of the season. It is gracing my dining table. Thank you to whomever the “pumpkin fairy” may be!
Reminders: 1) Food for Faith Sunday is coming up. The first Sunday in October, the 4th we will collect non-perishable donations for Interfaith Ministries. 2) Halloween goodies to make “family party packs” for Family Promise. Things like wrapped candy & other things to make a party such as Dollar Store games, decorations, light sticks, masks, etc. Families will be able to have their own Halloween party in their motel rooms. A collection box is available on Sunday mornings in the parking lot or you can drop donations off during the week in the narthex. 3) Quilts: In addition to the scrap quilt kits there are now 6 MPD kid’s quilt kits ready to pick up, take home and put together. Finished quilt tops can be brought to the church and placed in the quilt box.
Scripture lessons for Sunday, September 27th
Ezekiel 18:1-4,25-32 Ezekiel challenges those who think they are irredeemable due to their past.
Psalm 25:1-9 A psalm that focuses on God’s teaching and forgiveness.
Philippians 2:1-13 A very early Christian hymn that focuses on harmony rather than self-seeking.
Matthew 21: 23:32 Jesus’ authority is questioned by religious leaders in charge of the Temple.
New PRAYER REQUESTS: Prayers of comfort & peace for the Loeffler family at the recent death of Robert’s father. Prayers of healing for Kaete Loeffler. Prayers of comfort & strong sense of God’s presence for Susan Hayes & family at the death of Susan’s sister, Judy. Please see the bulletin for the list of on-going prayer requests.
Keep well sisters and brothers,
In Christ,
Pastor Lyn
Dear People,
This past week another pastor asked me if I had started to prepare for Advent. I had to laugh because even in a year where time often feels suspended or lost - the answer is “yes.” In any year church staff and pastors always are planning at least one season ahead. It’s good to have some planning done well in advance. One reason is if we’ve done the majority of thinking about a season early on we can enjoy the season we are actually in to the fullest. It’s too early to give away the theme for Advent but it is formulating and will be the topic of a future letter.
Speaking of seasons changing….the annual Walnut Picking event is getting close. The walnut trees still produced and need picking up from the Kraft’s pasture. Kristine will have a full article in the October Echoes which will be out next week but save the date: October 17th. It’s a wonderful opportunity for families, couples or singles to get out of the house and enjoy the crisp fall air (or late summer tempsJ).
A “gifted” someone left a beautiful handmade pumpkin decoration in my office last week! It’s very whimsical and a cute reminder of the season. It is gracing my dining table. Thank you to whomever the “pumpkin fairy” may be!
Reminders: 1) Food for Faith Sunday is coming up. The first Sunday in October, the 4th we will collect non-perishable donations for Interfaith Ministries. 2) Halloween goodies to make “family party packs” for Family Promise. Things like wrapped candy & other things to make a party such as Dollar Store games, decorations, light sticks, masks, etc. Families will be able to have their own Halloween party in their motel rooms. A collection box is available on Sunday mornings in the parking lot or you can drop donations off during the week in the narthex. 3) Quilts: In addition to the scrap quilt kits there are now 6 MPD kid’s quilt kits ready to pick up, take home and put together. Finished quilt tops can be brought to the church and placed in the quilt box.
Scripture lessons for Sunday, September 27th
Ezekiel 18:1-4,25-32 Ezekiel challenges those who think they are irredeemable due to their past.
Psalm 25:1-9 A psalm that focuses on God’s teaching and forgiveness.
Philippians 2:1-13 A very early Christian hymn that focuses on harmony rather than self-seeking.
Matthew 21: 23:32 Jesus’ authority is questioned by religious leaders in charge of the Temple.
New PRAYER REQUESTS: Prayers of comfort & peace for the Loeffler family at the recent death of Robert’s father. Prayers of healing for Kaete Loeffler. Prayers of comfort & strong sense of God’s presence for Susan Hayes & family at the death of Susan’s sister, Judy. Please see the bulletin for the list of on-going prayer requests.
Keep well sisters and brothers,
In Christ,
Pastor Lyn