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NEWSLETTER OF FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH (PENFIELD) MARCH 2018
2576 Browncroft Boulevard, Rochester, New York 14625 Phone: (585) 381-3970 Web: www.faithpenfield.org
Mid-week Lenten Sermon Series: “Doors of the Bible” Join us as we look at the “Doors of the Bible”. From the door to the Ark to the door to Heaven, we have
the opportunity to grow in our relationship with Christ, through the doors He opens. Parents and
children---we will be having a special art craft that you will be able to do as we journey through the
Lenten season. Each week you will be given a different part of a door which will help you build a
reminder of the doors God opens for you. We look forward to celebrating with you!
As we have done in previous years, this year we will have Wednesday evening worship throughout the
season of Lent. We’ll gather for dinner and fellowship at 5:45, followed by worship at 6:30. Nursery
care will be available during Lenten worship on March 7 and 14.
March 7, 14, 21 – Lenten Dinner (5:45 p.m.) and Lenten Worship (6:30 p.m.)
We hope you’ll join us and will invite your friends to join you!
SUNDAY MORNINGS
8:30 AM Traditional Worship (Music provided by organ/piano and Senior Choir)
10:45 AM Contemporary Worship (Music led by the Praise Team)
• Nursery Care for children birth to age 3 available all
morning • Nursing Lounge available for mothers of little ones • Holy Communion celebrated on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays
For your convenience If you are a guest here at Faith or relatively new to our community, you may not be aware that we live stream all of our Sunday morning worship services. We stream our worship services not only for the benefit of those who cannot join us on Sunday mornings, but also for anyone who may need to step out of the sanctuary for whatever reason. Our services are streamed in both the Concourse and the Nursery to accommodate this need of those worshiping here. Click below to watch Sunday morning worship
https://livestream.com/flcpenfield
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH
FAITH CHILD CARE AND NURSERY SCHOOL 2576 Browncroft Boulevard
Rochester, New York 14625
(585) 381-3970 FAX: (585) 381-6407
www.faithpenfield.org
Church Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.)
Faith Child Care Office Hours: 6:30 a.m–6:00 p.m. (Mon-Fri.)
CHURCH STAFF
REV. BEN BRAUN, PASTOR 381-3970 EXT. 13 [email protected]
LYLE HEGGEMEIER, DCE, ADULT MINISTRIES EXT. 14 [email protected]
PETER JOHNSON, DCE, YOUTH MINISTER AND COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR EXT. 16 [email protected]
CARRIE AND STEVE FORD, DIRECTORS, CHILDREN’S AND FAMILY MINISTRIES EXT. 18 [email protected]
DIANNE CHRISTENSEN, DIR. OF MUSIC / ORGANIST EXT. 17 [email protected]
ELIZABETH BALENTINE, DIRECTOR OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC/ SECRETARY EXT. 11 [email protected]
KAY GERLACH, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR EXT. 12 [email protected]
CAROL KEELER, SECRETARY EXT. 10 [email protected]
FAITH CHILD CARE AND NURSERY SCHOOL Direct Phone: (585) 385-2360
SHARON DAVENPORT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR [email protected]
LORI CONNOLLY, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & OPERATIONS [email protected]
Pastor Ben’s Corner “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the
Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to
the end of the Age.” Matthew 28:19-20 I want to start off by saying thank you. Thank you for giving me the blessing of being a part of our community of faith at Faith Lutheran Church. As I was sitting in our Annual Voters Meeting last month, I couldn’t help but be overwhelmed by all that the Lord is doing in and through Faith Lutheran Church.
Whether it be through the abundance of Christ’s blessings that He poured out on our congregation through your generosity, overcoming an anticipated significant budget deficit only to go above and beyond for our mission and ministry here at Faith, or through consistent offerings of your time and energy to further the Word of Christ. I am overjoyed, and humbled, that God has allowed me to be a part of this community of faith. For this I say thank you.
I am inspired how each of you has shown you’ve heard God’s call to “Go and make disciples of all nations.” Over the past year, the Lord has worked through His Word and through your involvement to make more disciples. Here are some numbers which show the Lord is at work in and through each of you: In 2017 the Lord celebrated 14 baptisms, 4 adult confirmations, 10 youth confirmations, and 2 more additions to membership. In addition to those whom the Lord has called to be part of our local congregation, the Lord has also granted us the opportunity to support missionaries around the world, including Indonesia and Mexico. For making this possible, I want to say thank you, and, well done, good and faithful servants!
What’s next? We keep our eyes open. The call to make disciples of all nations does not end! As a community of faith we need to know that the mission of the Lord is not done! There are still countless people who have not yet come to know of the saving work of Jesus Christ. And so our call continues.
The Lord has blessed each of us with gifts and He did it on purpose. You have a purpose, you have abilities, and Christ’s kingdom needs them all! Never underestimate what the Lord is doing through you, for He created you with intention and purpose. You are His, and I know He will accomplish His will through you.
Over the next year, the Natural Church Development (NCD) team and I want to help enable each of you to use the skills which God gave to you in order to spread His name through all nations. In order to do this, we as a congregation will be committing ourselves to focus on three areas through which God will work. As a congregation we will proclaim Christ through: • Prayer – Lifting up all things and people to the
Lord in prayer. We pray for those who do not have faith, we pray for those in trials, we pray for those in need. The Lord works through prayer to touch all nations.
• Care – We will seek to care for others. Showering our community, our neighbors, and the world with the love of Christ! Through that care the nations will be touched.
• Share – Whether through words or actions God’s Word has effect, and you are His mouthpiece. As a congregation we share the story of Christ, for He is the one whom we proclaim and He DOES change the nations.
In conclusion, we praise God for all that He has done and look forward to all He will do for the nations in the year before us.
Your brother in Christ, ><>Pastor Ben
Lyle’s Lines
Sunday Morning Bible Classes Classes continuing throughout March John: The Gospel of Light and Life Many of the Gospel readings in the next few months will be from the Gospel of John. With this in mind, one of the 2 Sunday morning adult Bible classes focuses upon John. The class utilizes video content with Adam Hamilton, as well as discussion and study on some of the major themes of John. Themes include “the Word made flesh” and “The Miraculous Signs” and “The I AM Sayings of Jesus.” This class meets in the Auditorium and is led by Lyle Heggemeier. So You’re a Christian – Why? In this class participants discuss reasons to be a Christian. The goal of the course is to better equip participants to be able to share their faith with un-churched people, fitting with the Church's theme of Prayer, Share, and Care. Jannai will tailor the second half of the course to the reasons that participants express strong interest in learning more about. This class will meet in the Music Room.
Monday Evening Bible Class Feasts of the Bible This Monday evening class will begin studying this new topic on March 5, and will meet March 5, 12, & 19 and then again on April 9, 16, & 23. We’ll study and learn about the Sabbath, Passover, Pentecost, Trumpets, Tabernacles, and the Day of Atonement. We’ll learn about the symbolism of each feast, how Jesus is the fulfillment of it, and what it says to us TODAY! We meet each Monday evening from 7:00-8:15. This class is led by Lyle Heggemeier and meets in the Community Room. This class is open to all!
Passover Meal (Seder) Faith Lutheran Church will host a Passover Meal on Tuesday, March 27, beginning at 6:00. This Passover is comparable to the Passover that Jesus celebrated with His disciples at the Last Supper. We will enjoy lamb and unleavened bread, as well as bitter herbs, haroseth, and wine. You’ll learn about the symbolism of the Passover but will also receive a full meal, followed by Holy Communion – just like Jesus did with the disciples. The evening is fun, but also worshipful! You MUST sign up if you intend to attend so that we have enough food and a place for you to sit. The cost for the meal is $7 per person with a maximum of $20 per family. Please sign up in the Concourse or call the church office if you intend to attend! Volunteers Needed – In order to have the Passover meal, volunteers are needed to do a number of different jobs. We need help in preparing the soup, getting food ready that day, setting up the room, serving the meal, and cleaning up after the meal is over. If you can assist with any of these jobs, please signup in the Concourse, call the church office (381-3970), or indicate you can help on your Connection Card.
You are invited to come hear your friends in concert on Friday evening, March 2. The music that evening will include sacred, secular, Broadway, Celtic, and more. Please come out and
support your fellow members of Faith!
UPCOMING CONCERTS IN THE 2017-2018 SERIES April 21, 7:30 p.m. – “Send off” concert for the Italy Trip – come hear the music that we will perform at the historic church
of St. Ignatius in Rome May 18, 7:30 p.m. – Piano and Organ Concert by Elizabeth and Dianne
When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Some hymnologists call When I Survey the Wondrous Cross by Isaac Watts the finest hymn in the English language. This hymn can be found in almost all mainline Christian hymnals and is treasured by many traditions. It has also been reworked as a praise song by Chris Tomlin, who added a chorus to Watts’ traditional hymn text. Isaac Watts (1674-1748) is frequently referred to as the “Father of English Hymnody.” He sought to personalize and enrich the slow, ponderous Psalm texts that were being used for song in English churches during this time. He wanted to give the congregations texts that would be captivatingly strong statements of their Christian faith. Even from an early age, Watts was a quick learner and amazingly mastered the Latin, Greek, French, and Hebrew languages all by the time he was thirteen. He was also writing good poetry when he was quite young. Through his lifetime, he composed more than 600 hymns, which include well known titles such as O God, Our Help in Ages Past, Joy to the World, Nearer My God to Thee, and My Faith Looks Up to Thee, to name a few. When I Survey the Wondrous Cross is an important hymn for Christian worship at all times of the year, but especially during Lent. This gripping text points to the dying Savior in a vivid and memorable way. It is a very personal and moving expression of gratitude for the amazing love that Christ showed for us on the cross. As the last verse points out, we are confronted by the necessity of a response when we see the horror of the cross and the love that moved Christ to go through this for us. On March 4, we will sing the traditional version of When I Survey the Wondrous Cross at the 8:30 service, and the praise team will lead the 10:45 worshippers in Tomlin’s rendition of this famous hymn, The Wonderful Cross. I invite you to use the text for your personal devotion during this Lenten season.
When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of glory died, My richest gain I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride.
Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast, save in the death of Christ, my God; All the vain things that charm me most – I sacrifice them to His blood.
See, from His head, His hands, His feet, sorrow and love flow mingled down;
Did e’er such love and sorrow meet, or thorns compose so rich a crown?
Were the whole realm of nature mine, that were a present far too small: Love so amazing, so divine, demands my soul, my life, my all
March Worship Assistants Altar Guild: Rhea Oaks, Mary Versprille, Debbie Heggemeier
SUNDAY, MARCH 4 Exodus 20:1-17, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, John 2:13-22 8:30 AM 10:45 AM
Elders Barb Riethmeier Cheryl Speisman
Acolyte & Crucifer Erin Wolfanger, Seth Trojian Erin Testa, Taylor Alberti
Nursery Care TBA Maria Gerbasi
Eucharist Assistants Sharon Finkbeiner, Bob Freitag Esther Ostberg, Liz Wood
Eucharists to the Pews Jackie Johnson, Christie Pichan Charlene Annese
Lay Reader Stella Reschke Mari-Beth Schembri
Offering Counters Jennifer Kelly-Rogers, Chita McKinney, Janet Miles, Barbara Price
Powerpoint Barbara Price
Webcam Operators Bryce Longhenry Oliver Doty
Concourse Greeters Joyce Hermanson Ann McEwen
Sanctuary Door Greeters Lis Mangerian Alan & Noreen Crouse
Ushers Team 2 – Kurt Finkbeiner Team 4- Mari-Beth Schembri
SUNDAY, MARCH 11 Numbers 21:4-9, Ephesians 2:1-10, John 3:14-21 8:30 AM 10:45 AM
Elders Ginny Supranowitz Noreen Crouse
Acolyte & Crucifer Leslie McDonough, Danny Gregory Alex Aloi, Robbie Schembri
Nursery Care TBA TBA
Lay Reader Beth Camann Lisa Sykes
Offering Counters Karen Linton, Penny & Terry Wheeler, Ida Stiner
Powerpoint Chelsea Muller
Webcam Operators David Young Ellie Vogl
Concourse Greeters Carol Letky Penny & Terry Wheeler
Sanctuary Door Greeters Ed & Marsha Freeman Bill & Sara Love
Ushers Team 3 – Bill Wendland Team 5- Dave Banning
SUNDAY, MARCH 18 Jeremiah 31:31-34, Hebrews 5:5-10, John 12:20-33 8:30 AM 10:45 AM
Elders Rae Usinger Matt & Deb Kime
Acolyte & Crucifer Katy Schultz, David Young Irene Alello, Maria Gerbasi
Nursery Care TBA TBA
Eucharist Assistants Connie Humphries, Hans Kurzik Kevin Ledermann, Lynne Leinenbach
Eucharists to the Pews Nancy Hammond, Jackie Welk Peter Schultz
Lay Reader Diann Berndt Liz Wood
Offering Counters Tracey Testa, Cheryl Speisman
Powerpoint A Ledermann
Webcam Operators Amanda Longhenry Ryan Ledermann
Concourse Greeters Kurt & Sharon Finkbeiner Mark & Liz Wood
Sanctuary Door Greeters Doris Florance Gaylord & Lynne Leinenbach
Ushers Team 1 – Ed Freeman Team 4 – Mari-Beth Schembri
March Worship Assistants Altar Guild: Rhea Oaks, Mary Versprille, Debbie Heggemeier
SUNDAY, MARCH 25 – PALM SUNDAY Isaiah 50:4-9, Philippians 2:5-11, Mark 11:1-11 8:30 AM 10:45 AM
Elders Bill Wendland Roxanne Leschhorn
Acolyte & Crucifer Chris McLean, Emily McLean Samantha Osovski, Ellie Vogl
Nursery Care TBA Mickayla Rath
Lay Reader Beth D’Ambrosio Christian Alberti
Offering Counters Ida Stiner, Karen Linton, Richard Reitz
Powerpoint Genevieve Foster
Webcam Operators Jacob Wilson Katy Schultz
Concourse Greeters Neil & Laurie Ebbecke Cheryl Speisman
Sanctuary Door Greeters Marv & Lois Jacob Ruth Feasel
Ushers Team 2 – Kurt Finkbeiner Team 5 – Dave Banning
MAUNDY THURSDAY, MARCH 29 7:00 PM
Altar Guild Laurie Ebbecke, Kris Messner, Rhea Oaks Elder Beth D’Ambrosio
Acolyte & Crucifer Robbie Schembri, Ellie Vogl
Eucharist Assistants Deb Kime, Mari-Beth Schembri
Eucharist to the Pews Nancy Hammond
Lay Reader Heidi Gregory
Concourse Greeters Tom & Nancy Hammond
Sanctuary Door Greeters Barb Riethmeier
Ushers Bill Wendland, TJ McEwen, Jeff Bartocci, Jim & Nancy DiBella, Ryan Wilson
GOOD FRIDAY, MARCH 30 12:00 PM 7:00 PM
Elders ------ Ed & Karen Wright
Lay Reader TBA TBA
Ushers Team 5 – Dave Banning Team 4 – Mari-Beth Schembri
SUNDAY, APRIL 1 – EASTER SUNDAY Isaiah 25:6-9, 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, John 20:1-18 8:30 AM 10:45 AM
Elders Jim & Nancy DiBella Stacy Ledermann
Acolyte & Crucifer Jacob Wilson, Bryce Longhenry Erin Testa, Taylor Albert
Nursery Care TBA Katie Aloi
Lay Reader Fred Mason Jon Allen
Eucharist Assistants Michael Trojian, Mary Versprille John Gerlach, Esther Ostberg
Eucharists to the Pews Christie Pichan, Jackie Welk Deb Kime
Powerpoint Barbara Price
Webcam Operators Bryce Longhenry Oliver Doty
Concourse Greeters Bob & Sandie Freitag Christian Alberti, Robbie Schembri
Sanctuary Door Greeters Fred & Kathy Mason Joseph & Suzanne Giangreco
Ushers Team 3 – Bill Wendland Team 4- Mari-Beth Schembri
Thank you… -To everyone who donated $376.62 for Salem Nutrition Center (Rochester) through our Souper Bowl of Caring program! -To everyone who ate spaghetti, volunteered, and supported FLY at our annual Spaghetti Dinner! Money raised will support our 2018 work campers! Sunday Night FLY – “Guest Speaker” – Mar. 11 Come discover who our guest speaker will be! It’ll be a night filled with stories of hope and joy! Bring a friend to this great event! Sunday Night FLY – “Leadership 101” – Mar. 25 Everyone has the potential to be a great leader! Learn some principles, set some goals, and discover how you can be a Christian leader today and throughout your life! Get ready for large and small group discussions and some crazy games throughout the night! Youth will begin to plan the Apr. 22 Sunday Night FLY that they will be LEADING! *About Sunday Night FLY Youth in grades 7-12 meet on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month in the FLY Room from 7-8:45pm! We read God’s Word, talk in small groups, play large group games, eat lots of food, and more! The FLY Café is open from 6:30-9 where youth can buy candy, t-shirts, and soda. (Popcorn is always FREE!) The Xbox, air hockey, and foosball games can be played before and after Sunday Night FLY. Spin the Birthday Wheel for a fun birthday surprise! Friends are always welcome!
2018 Sr. FLY Winter Retreat – “Unshakeable” at Camp Casowasco – Mar. 2-4 King David was passionate about knowing God AND making Him known. Youth will be stretched and challenged not just to love God more deeply, but to talk about this unshakeable love with others who don’t know God. Our group will be staying at the beautiful Camp Casowasco and enjoying an EPIC tubing hill, outdoor games, in-depth Bible studies, and delicious food! It’s going to be an AWESOME Winter Retreat! *Please meet at Faith by 6pm on Mar. 2. We’ll arrive back at Faith by 3pm on Mar. 4.
First Communion Class (Feb. 25-Mar. 25) All 6th graders and their parents are invited to attend this 5-week class focusing on Holy Communion. The class meets in the Community Room and Pastor Ben and Peter Johnson are leading the class during Education Hour on Sundays (9:45-10:40am). This class will prepare 6th graders to receive Holy Communion for the first time on Maundy Thursday (Mar. 29). Please talk to Peter if you have any questions.
March Jr. FLY Confirmation Class is on Tuesday evenings (6:30-7:30) in the Community Room! Mar. 18 – Flower City Work Camp Meeting All youth attending Flower City Work Camp are invited to a pizza lunch and informational meeting on Sunday, Mar. 18 in the Youth Room after the late service. We’ll go over the work camp schedule, packing list, expectations, and answer any questions you may have. Flower City Work Camp – Apr. 2-6 9 youth and many adults from Faith will be joining hundreds of other youth from around Rochester to serve others with the love of Christ! Please keep all of the youth and adults in your prayers as they serve, grow, teach, and worship! FLY Work Campers: Irene Alello, Liz Alvut, Genevieve Foster, Owen Ledermann, Sophie Richiusa, Robbie Schembri, Seth Trojian, Henry Trojian, and David Young Sunday Morning FLY – 9:45-10:40am Mar. 4 – Jr. & Sr. FLY in Room 201 for a NOOMA Bible Study Mar. 11-25 – Jr. & Sr. FLY in Room 201 for a series on Spiritual Gifts Mark Your Calendars… Apr. 2-6 – FLOWER CITY WORK CAMP Apr. 8 – Sunday Night FLY REMIX Apr. 13 – Jr. FLY Activity Night Apr. 22 – Youth-led Sunday Night FLY Apr. 27-28 – Sr. FLY Cookies for College Students Overnight Event
Did you know… You can watch Coffee House videos, FLY promos, and more on our YouTube page?! www.youtube.com/faithlutheranyouth Connect with FLY on Facebook! Join our group today! Search for “Faith Lutheran Youth (FLY)” on Facebook or type out this link… https://www.facebook.com/groups/flypenfield/
Calling all Easter Egg Hunters! Faith will once again be holding an Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday, April 1 at 10:00 a.m. Some eggs will contain non-food items, and all the food items will be peanut-free. Kids will be divided into two groups for fairness and safety. One group will be up to age 3 and the other group will be age 4 and up (contents of the eggs will be age appropriate). In the event of poor weather, the Easter egg hunt will be held indoors. We hope to see you there. Friends are welcome! If you are a Thrivent member and would like to use your Thrivent Action Grant funds to help support a Children’s Ministry event then please see Carrie or Steve Ford. Each Thrivent member with a qualifying account has two $250 action grants that are able to use each year. Grants take just minutes to apply for and are great outreach opportunities. If you have a qualifying account, you can apply for an Action Team Grant here: https://www.thrivent.com/making-a-difference/living-generously/thrivent-action-teams/ Events/Items we are currently looking for a Thrivent grant to help offset the cost for (if you have an idea of your own, contact Steve and Carrie Ford): Bibles for 6th grade graduation Easter Egg Hunt 4th-6th grade Fun Night Bible Sunday (3 year olds and 3rd graders receive their
Bibles) Trunk or Treat VBS kickoff Sunday VBS Ice Cream Social Gingerbread House Event Items handed out to all children at Christmas Eve worship Bring a Friend Sunday FLC Children’s Ministry shirts (to promote Faith’s Ministries) VBS shirts
Rise Against Hunger: All families are invited to participate in the upcoming Rise Against Hunger Event on March 17 at the Penfield Community Center from 9-11 or 11-1. The requested donation is $20 per person or $50 a family to help cover the cost of supplies, transportation and delivery of the meals. If the cost is a hardship, please still come and donate your time. Any age participant is welcome. The website to donate/register is: http:/events.stophungernow.org/RAHPenfield2018 Save the date – VBS 2018 will be July 30-August 3. This year’s theme: WVBS Live! Our Faith Newsroom will report on Breaking News, Weather, Traffic, Cooking, Tourism, Sports and much more! If you would like to volunteer, please let us know and we will help you find a role. Be on the look-out for volunteer and child registrations during the month of April. VBS “Wish List”: We have created an Amazon wish list for decorations, crafts, and supplies for this year’s VBS. This list will be updated as lesson plans are finalized and enrollment numbers increase. If you would like to purchase any of these supplies and have an Amazon account, you may access the wish list here: Link: http://a.co/b2lzA9x If you purchase items off the wish list, the default option for them should send them to us at church, but if you have any questions, please let us know.
Steve and Carrie Ford Directors of Children’s and Family Ministries [email protected]
NEWS FROM THE MISSION BOARD Marguerite McKee, Chair, (585) 506-6174, [email protected]
Rise Against Hunger Event – March 17 Our second Rise Against Hunger event is scheduled for March 17 at the Penfield Community Center. There are two shifts available this time: from 9:00-11:00 a.m., and from 11:00 a.m.-1:00
p.m. You may register any time for this event at http://events.stophungernow.org/RAHPenfield2018. We are asking $20 per person or $50 per family to help cover the costs of supplies, transportation, and delivery of the meals. Also, there are invitation letters in the church office which may be given to area churches and businesses encouraging them to participate and sponsor this event. Stop by and pick one up. Many thanks to our Christmas Sponsors: Tad & Beth D’Ambrosio, Dominick & Charlene Annese, Matt & Heather Hoad, Bill & Marguerite McKee, and Ida Stiner. Please prayerfully consider being part of this marvelous event. Contact Marguerite McKee for more information or with any questions. ***********************************************************************************************************
Easter Food Baskets The Mission Board is asking for your help to fill baskets of food for Easter dinner for the needy. The poster in the Concourse will detail the following information. Filled baskets will be delivered on March 25 to Willow (formerly ABW), Grace House, and Eastern Service
Workers Association. Food Items Needed (you can purchase and bring to church on March 25 by 10:45 AM)
• Sweet Potatoes (2 cans) • White Potatoes (5 lbs.) • Fruit (2 cans) • Corn (2 cans) • Green Beans (2 cans)
• Salad + Dressing • Juice (2 Liters) • Rice (2 boxes) • Cheese + Crackers • Rolls + Butter
You may also choose to contribute toward the cost of a meal. If paying by check, please make it payable to Faith Lutheran Church, and note “Easter Food Baskets” on the memo line.
• Full Meal - $52.00 • Half Meal - $26.00 • Easter Ham - $20.00 (Mission Board will purchase) • Easter Candy - $5.00 (Mission Board will purchase)
ALL ITEMS ARE DUE BEFORE 10:45 A.M. ON SUNDAY, MARCH 25. Help is needed the week of March 18 to shop for food items, and on March 25 to deliver the baskets. Please sign up on the poster or call the church office if you can assist. THANK YOU for helping make Easter extra special for Rochester families!
February Meeting Report Annerose Eberhardt came with two shawls she made. Carol Letky brought in three shawls, Sue Hutchings, one shawl. Good work, ladies! Marie Ferner brought in a donation to our treasury. Sue Hutchings presented the Treasurer’s Report. Lots of knitting, crocheting, and chatting was done and ideas were shared. A possible display in April was discussed. The meeting closed with the blessing of our new shawls. Our next meeting will be Monday, March 2, 7:00 p.m. at church in Room 204. All are welcome. Knit or Crochet a Prayer Shawl If you would like to help us by knitting or crocheting a shawl but can’t make our meetings, patterns are available so that you can knit or crochet at home. They are located at the bottom of the middle bulletin board across from the church office. Completed shawls may be left in the church office (be sure to note your name on the bag). We appreciate your help! A Lovely Gift of Comfort and Warmth If you know of someone you would like to receive a prayer shawl, simply call Doris Florance (236-1597) or someone else in the Prayer Shawl Ministry and she would happy to help you select one. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Thursday Night Men’s Bible Study Join us as we continue to study the book of James to connect the Bible with our secular and spiritual lives. While our studies will be geared towards working-age men, all interested men are welcome to join. Our hour-long meetings will be March 1 and 15 starting at 6:45 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in the Community Room. See Jannai Shields or Larry Johnson for more information.
Dorcas Circle February Meeting Report The Dorcas Circle had a productive meeting in February. Karen Wright sent in 10 hats and frames she had made. Lois Jacob sent in favors to be assembled. Liane Bartsch brought in ribbon for our hearts. Doris Florance came with blankets and capes she had serged, along with four dresses. Laurie Ebbecke brought in four walker bags she made. Sue Hutchings came with lots of hats she had cut out. Our help is not needed for Mary Cariola’s move. The hospital has enough hats for now so we will wait until next month to complete more hats. During the meeting, favors were made for St. Patrick’s Day. Shirt savers and walker bags were cut out. Five walker bags, eight shirt savers and five pillows were completed. Ten grieving packages were assembled. Lois Jacob will deliver the favors to Woodside Manor. Laurie Ebbecke will take the pillows and walker bags to St. John’s. Jackie Johnson will take the grieving packages to Rochester General Hospital. Doris Florance will deliver the shirt savers to Mary Cariola. Our next meeting will be Thursday, March 8, 11:30 a.m. at church in Room 204. All are welcome. Bring your lunch and join us for work and fellowship. Any questions call Doris Florance.
L.I.F.T. EVENT FOR MARCH
Movie Night & St. Patrick’s Day Dinner All are invited to go see “I Can Only Imagine,” on Saturday, March 17, for the 4:10 pm showing at the Regal Henrietta Stadium 18, 525 Marketplace Drive, Rochester. Based on the incredible true-life story that inspired the beloved, chart-topping song, I Can Only Imagine, a song that brings ultimate hope to so many, often in the midst of life's most challenging moments. Amazingly, the song was written in mere minutes by MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard. In reality, those lyrics took a lifetime to craft. Starring Dennis Quaid and Cloris Leachman. Tickets are $11/adult or $8.50/seniors. After the movie, we’re invited to the Cook’s residence, 20 County Clare Crescent, Fairport, for a St. Patrick’s Day themed dinner. Please sign up at the Information Center for the movie and dinner by March 11. Contact info: Patsy Cook, 585-377-3439.
DEATHS Our sincere sympathy to those who have lost loved ones in death recently. Alan Carey (1/22), friend of Doris Florance Franz Baudisch (1/28), friend of Doris Laitenberger Ron Byrns (2/19), husband of Darlene Byrns, father of Ryan Byrns, brother-in-law of Laurie & Neil Ebbecke, uncle of Kim Ebbecke, Matt & Amanda Ebbecke, son-in-law of Arline Schane Ruth Cordingley (1/23), mother of Karen Ryan John Helling (2/14), former Faith member Philip Howlett (1/15), uncle of Matt Kime Stephanie Inguaggiato (2/9), dear friend of Paula Reitz Lyla Johnson (1/26), grandmother of Peter Johnson Lana Leschhorn (2/3), sister-in-law of Dick & Roxanne Leschhorn Ginny Lima (1/27), mother of Rich Testa Loretta Lundy (2/3), great-aunt of Peter Johnson Richard Matusiak (2/11), father of Karen Griffin, grandfather of Jacob and Anna Griffin Laura Mueller (1/5), mother of Leta Mueller Beverly Neumann (2/16), mother of FCCNS Director Lori Connolly Therese O’Connor (1/31), mother of Marguerite McKee, grandmother of Stephanie Johnson and Peter McKee Claire Provencher (2/21), grandmother of Michael Gerlach’s fiancé Emily Provencher Les Renner (1/26), grandcousin of Wayne & Bonnie Samuels Robert Spindler (1/22), cousin of Hubert Velepec Ned Thomas (1/25), father of Sara Love Dr. Clay Wellborn (1/23), family friend of the Arcieris BIRTH Maisie Rae Usinger (1/30), daughter of Michael & Kaitlin Usinger, granddaughter of Edward & Rae Usinger BAPTISM Mason Michael Lach, son of Michael & Amanda Lach, 2/25 WORSHIP WHILE AWAY Bulletins received from members and friends who have traveled and/or worshiped in other Christian communities Lyle & Debbie Heggemeier Abiding Savior Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO, 1/28
Ascension Lutheran Church, Wichita, KS, 2/4 Dick & Sharon Phillips Redeemer Lutheran Church, Nixa, MO, 12/31/17
Happy March Birthday! 1 Sharon Stivers 2 Mitchell Krenzer, Michael Mack, Katy Schultz 4 Lynn Agor, Aiden Doty, Rachel Maschoff, Herb Stohr 5 Beth Harstad 6 Ted Riethmeier, Karen Wright 7 Christian Mangerian, Nicholas Mangerian 8 Nicholas Carson, Reggie Hynes 9 Ron Bohn 10 Cris Alello, Tad D’Ambrosio 11 Michael Dehmler, Andrew Lindskoog, Michael Lindskoog, Doug Rogers 12 Richard McDonough 13 Madelyn Ebbecke, Natalie Ford, Ben Hoffman, Corinne Mazzochetti, Peter Schultz 14 Hannah Bell, Robert Schrack, Maria Sykes, Robert Wagner 15 Margo Natemeier, Arline Schane 16 Alex Aloi 17 Deb Alberty, Jacquelyn Hammond, Donna Kaser, Jacob Schrack, Christina Taillie, Steven VanDerMallie 18 Irene Alello, Christine August, Aubrey Hardisky, Samantha Peeso 19 Steve Spiwak 20 Rand Reithel, Jeanne Shiao, Anne Thompson 21 Marla Friedrich, Simon Phillips 22 Liam Smith 24 Jackie Kuipers 26 Shirley Buckingham, Christopher Rogers, Jackie Welk 27 Noreen Crouse 28 Norah Ostberg 30 Stephanie Johnson, Peter McKee, Dominic Peeso, Mike Riethmeier, Mari-Beth Schembri Happy March Anniversary! 1 Howard & Carol Graffrath 13 Larry Arnone & Robin Wagstrom-Arnone 15 Thomas & Linda Hanss 16 Larry & Marie Ferner, Kurt & Sharon Finkbeiner 22 Samuel & Marilyn Falzone 25 Guy & Sue Brown 27 Jim & Kris Canessa
Easter Flower Order Form
ORDER DEADLINE: March 25, 2018. Orders accepted after this date may not appear in the printed dedications.
SEND FORM AND PAYMENT TO: Faith Lutheran Church, Attn: Carol
Keeler, 2576 Browncroft Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14625
Please allow us to enjoy the plants for all Easter Services. Plants may be picked up following the 10:45am Easter Service. All dedications received by March 25 will be printed in the Easter Sunday worship bulletins.
Name(s)____________________________________________
(Circle color and indicate number)
Mums (6” pot 15 or more buds and blooms) ______ x $8.00 = $______________
Daffodils (6” pot 5 or more blooms) ______ x $7.00 = $______________
Easter Lilies (6” pot 5-7 blooms) ______ x $7.00 = $______________
Tulips (6” pot 5 or more blooms) ______ x $7.00 = $______________
TOTAL $______________
Plant dedication is: in honor of in memory of in celebration of
I will be taking my plant(s) home. I will not be taking my plant(s) home.
Questions? Contact Carol Keeler ([email protected] or 381-3970)
Holy Week Worship Schedule
Palm Sunday, March 25 Traditional Worship 8:30 AM, Contemporary Worship 10:45 AM
Maundy Thursday, March 29
Worship & Holy Communion 7:00 PM
Good Friday, March 30
Worship, 12:00 & 7:00 PM
EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 1 – THE RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD Special Music featuring Jr. and Sr. Choirs, Festival Brass, & Timpani
Traditional Worship & Holy Communion – 8:30 AM
Easter Brunch – 9:45 AM
Easter Egg Hunt (for kids age 3 through grade 5) – 10:00 AM
Contemporary Worship & Holy Communion
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH 2576 Browncroft Blvd Rochester New York 14625-1530 CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED
TIME DATED MATERIAL
Special Days in MARCH SUNDAY WORSHIP: Traditional Worship, 8:30 am ................................................................................................................ 4, 11, 18, 25 Contemporary Worship, 10:45 am ........................................................................................................ 4, 11, 18, 25 Holy Communion celebrated ........................................................................................................................... 4, 18 WEDNESDAYS DURING LENT: Lenten Dinner & Worship, Dinner @ 5:45 PM, Worship @ 6:30 PM............................................................ 7, 14, 21 Musicians of Faith Concert ..................................................................................................................... 2, 7:30 PM Sr. FLY Winter Retreat @ Camp Casowasco ..................................................................................................... 2-4 Prime Time Luncheon & Program .............................................................................................................. 5, 12PM Women’s Retreat @ Camp Casowasco ........................................................................................................ 910,11 Rise Against Hunger Event @ Penfield Community Center .................................................................. 17, 9:00 AM L.I.F.T. Event – Movie & Dinner ............................................................................................................ 17, 4:00 PM Passover (Seder) Meal .......................................................................................................................... 27, 6:00 PM
TUESDAYS: Faith Child Care & Nursery School Chapel, Narthex, 10:45 am