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For the week before Sunday, February 11, 2007
Walking Together is a weekly e-mail newsletter
of the Northern Illinois Synod best viewed in html. Additional news and information can be found at the Walking Together Annex |
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If you have any households in your congregation who are
still dealing with issues related to the Labor Day
flooding, here is a
press release
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Pr. Suzanne Anderson-Hurdle, (Good Shepherd, Romeoville) recovering from surgery
Pr. Steve & Miriam Woita as they teach at the
Lutheran Bible College in Ustron, Poland in February and
March. They are also seeking God's will for future ministry Rostered leaders celebrating birthdays this week including: Rev. Robert Edlen 2/8, Ms. Irene Stangland 2/8, Rev. LaVern Johnson 2/11, and Rev. Kevin Weeks 2/15. (if we missed your birthday, please send it to Karin@nisynod.org)
Janet Lepp, Paul Malin, and the other NIS candidates for rostered ministry. Find the complete list of NIS Candidates at www.nisynod.org/candidates.htm .
Those not named here who need our prayers.
Send prayer requests to karin@nisynod.org.
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Living Together in the 21st Century In the second of three years of "Living Together" topics, evangelical and Roman Catholic theologians will address "The State of the Bible in North America" in this year's Hein-Fry lecture series on ELCA seminary campuses beginning this month. At each seminary Dr. Hagner and Dr. Senior will deliver lectures presenting their points of view about "the state of the Bible," followed by a response from a Lutheran theologian elected by that seminary.
Imagine funding your ministry far into the future! A mission endowment fund can enhance the ministry and outreach of your congregation by introducing members to "asset stewardship" and encouraging their growth in whole-life giving. The ELCA Foundation can help you establish such a fund. Check out the many resources available, including a 36 page booklet on creating an endowment, ideas to encourage gifts, and even free seminars by the staff of regional gift planners.
February 15 is
the deadline for application for a Women of the ELCA grant
or scholarship.
Grant applications must meet the criteria that support
Women of the ELCA's health
initiative: Raising Up Healthy Women and Girls. Opportunity scholarships are available to support ELCA laywomen who have had a break in their education and are now returning to school. A scholarship is also available for those seeking to enter the Word and Sacrament ministry of the ELCA. Learn more. If your
congregation participated in the 2007 Souper Bowl of
Caring Please send an email to Melissa Ramirez
Cooper,
March 4, 2007 Knute Ogren - Take a Breath Mark 6:37 It has been said before that, “If I am hungry, this is a physical problem. But if my neighbor is hungry, that is a spiritual problem.” The spiritual problem of people who live with insufficient food, or who are food insecure, has reached staggering proportions. Knute Ogren is a young church worker and musician who decided to record a couple of CDs and donate all of the proceeds to fight global hunger. Like so many others, his contribution is (on its way to) making a significant impact.March 11, 2007 Elizabeth Hausler - Earthquake Resistant Housing Zephaniah 3:20 The Bible does not say much about building houses, but it has many things to say about what makes for a home. Elizabeth Hausler is well qualified to speak about building houses. She is the founder and director of Build Change, an organization devoted to building earthquake-resistant homes, but she is also well attuned to the requirements for making a home, working hand in hand with the people of Banda Aceh, Indonesia, on their dreams for new life. March 18, 2007 Bill Davis - More Than a Bandage For the Poor Galatians 2:10 Mother Teresa is credited with saying, “It is a very great poverty to decide that children must die so that we might live as we wish.” Bill Davis has taken the striking power of this statement, posted it on his office wall, and decided it is the perfect inspiration to stop letting poor kids go without health care. He left his surgical practice almost 20 years ago to serve low-income people, and has never looked back. It’s a compelling story of faith ordering one’s deepest commitments. March 25, 2007 Murray Finck - Stretching Heart, Soul, and Mind Matthew 22:37-40 The fitness craze that is sweeping the country offers more benefit than just simply lowering weight, feeling energetic, and reducing the risk of diseases like diabetes and coronary blockage. As far as Murray Finck is concerned, a discipline of fitness can bring great spiritual blessing as well. This Evangelical Lutheran Church in America bishop cares about stretching the mind, body and spirit in ways that give serious attention to prayer.
Augsburg Fortress currently
has nearly 1,500 each of the Davey and Goliath puppets
from VBS05, and 750 of the Melvin puppets. Oh, Davey! To
move as many as possible in 2007 they've created a
Puppet Ministry Starter Pack that will include
one each of the three hand puppets as well as a copy of
the Puppets, Kids, and Christian Education book.
While on the topic of VBS - check out AF's #1 ranked Great Bible Reef at www.thevbsplace.org and feel free to contact David Schoenknecht, Central Midwest Field Representative - Augsburg Fortress Publishing for more information. Cell: 773-816-8848 Regional Retail Center: 800-627-8765.
Feb 10 @ 10AM -
Great Bible Reef VBS Overview - hosted by the Chicago
Store of Augsburg Fortress
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Bonhoeffer Study Group Meeting Saturday February 17, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 3300 Rural St., Rockford, IL (7 blocks west of Alpine & Guilford intersection, 1 block west of Fairview/Chelsea). Enter Corbridge Lane (north) facing main entrance door. Look for signs directing you to our location. Usually in the church office conference room to the left from the atrium. Find out more at: http://bonhoeffer.home.insightbb.com .Our next meeting will be a "Potluck". Each person is asked to bring a favorite Bonhoeffer thought from your reading. We should have a very relevant discussion as we explore different topics. Charles Sensel will also report on his recent activities with Patrick Kelley. Contact Peter Thomas, Convener, Rockford Bonhoeffer Study Group with questions.
Summit on the Unfinished Reformation: "Reclaiming the
Twin Doctrines of Grace and Vocation" April 20-21,
2007, Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN. Purpose: To bring
together lay, clergy and educators for inspiration,
encouragement and best practices on the topic of vocation
and to explore the unfinished reformation. Costs: Entire
event, $99 for 1 or $89 for 2 or more One day (pick Friday
or Saturday), $59 for 1 or $49 for 2 or more Please call
651-641-3429 (or send a note to
centered@luthersem.edu ) for details.
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News from the
National Council of Churches:
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A no-longer-used Altar
and Lectern suitable for a small church or the
chapel of a larger church building is available. The
preferred recipient would be a ministry in the Gulf
coast area, but others may inquire. The dimensions are
as follows: Altar: 59" wide, 36" high top, 51 " high
Back top, 30 1/2 " deep, Lectern: 35" high, 19" deep,
30" wide. A small matching plant stand is also
available. Address inquiries to Pastor Joanne Adrian,
Emmanuel, Oregon, 815-732-2424,
jadrianluth@aol.com
Do you know someone who could be the next big voice in
Christian or Gospel music? TLN TV51 is looking for the best
Rockford talent, ages 16-26, to compete in this
state-wide, LIVE television program. Rockford
Audition--Friday, February 23, 2006, 5:30pm First Assembly
of God Church, 5950 Spring Creek Rd. For rules and more
information, call TV51 at 815-877-5151 or visit
www.inspirationsensation.com . Send your bulletin board items to NISNews@comcast.net.
Find more Bulletin Board Items in the Annex
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Karin@NISynod.org
Rockford, IL 61101
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Interested
in India? Enthralled by Africa? Called to global mission?
Open for recruitment? Help build our NIS Synod-Companion
Teams Saturday, February 24, 10 am, Faith
Lutheran, Rochelle, Il. Host: Northern Illinois Synod Global
Mission Subcommittee. See pictures and displays. Hear how
GMS works: brief business meeting with current GMS members.
Discuss what Team India might do. Adjourn with light lunch.
Please RSVP to Art Milton 309-788-6157, 2926 27th Avenue,
Rock Island, IL 61201
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a bulletin insert for "
Grace
Matters March 2007 Text,
Titles and Topics
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