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November 18, 2007
Walking Together is a weekly e-mail newsletter
of the Northern Illinois Synod best viewed in html. If you cannot see the graphics, go to
www.nisynod.org/pubs/wt .
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Assistant to the Bishop and Stewardship Specialist, Pr. Jeffrey Clements' 3rd quarter stewardship thank you letter to congregations is online along with many more ideas for congregational stewardship.
Retreat features kinetic spirituality. The day retreat
for rostered leaders on December 3 will emphasize
spiritual growth through physical movement and touch.
Aspects of the retreat will include “Stretch and Pray”
exercises, a “Rabbinical Reading” that involves walking and
guidance in “Slow Walk” spirituality. Provision will also be
made to allow those at the retreat to walk the labyrinth,
experience chair massage and hike in the woods. Free time
will also allow for more tradition spiritual practices of
reading, meditating and napping. This 9 am to 4 pm retreat
will be held at the Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center and
is sponsored by the Northern Illinois Synod’s Spiritual
Formation Committee.
More information
and a registration form here
On Saturday, February 16, 2008 the Greening of the Synod Task Force of the Social Ministry Committee will host a training event for congregational Green Teams offering practical and inspirational guidance and resources for the process of bringing "care of creation" into congregations. The event, under the leadership of David Rhoads (LSTC Director of the Green Congregation Program) will take place from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm at Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center, Oregon, IL. Anyone interested in "greening" your congregation is encouraged to attend. Congregational teams of 3-5 people would be ideal. There is no charge for the workshop. However, in order to adequately plan for set-up and food, please register your congregation and the approximate number of participants through Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center at 815-732-2220. Questions may be directed to LOMC or Pastor Don Knowles at 815-246-9642.
Zion, Rockford is hosting a Spanish language Fellowship event this Sunday afternoon Nov. 11 at 3 pm. Everyone is invited. Martin Cesneros will provide music and Mary Castro and an immigration lawyer will discuss immigration issues. Refreshment to follow.
St. John's, Mendota invites you to an organ recital
featuring Jason Alden on November 18 at 3 pm.
Download a
flyer
Joyful Harvest, Johnsburg invites you to their 4th annual Jazz Christmas Service December 23 at 8:15 and 10:45 am. There will be a Jazz quartet drums, bass, guitar and saxophone. There will be a variety of Jazz styles: Bop, Swing, Latin etc. Students of Jazz and Pop will enjoy Christmas Carols with a new twist as will nonstudents, all are welcome. |
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Pr. Jane McChesney (Calvary, New Windsor) and family at the death of her mother Verle Wallin on November 3.
Pr. David Miley (retired, Rock Island) as he prepares for a stem cell transplant. Find out more or post a note of encouragement on his CarePage.
Christine Bergren, wife of Pr. Lynn Bergren (Augustana, Andover), facing shoulder replacement surgery.
Rostered leaders celebrating birthdays in November including:
Amanda Whittaker, Sarah Wilson, 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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Called To Be a Public Church:
2008 ELCA Voting and Civic Participation Guide
is a resource guide to encourage, empower, and equip
Lutherans to engage responsibly in the 2008 election
cycle. This week's front page features from The Lutheran magazine
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LSTC announces dates for its three Youth in Mission
programs, Serving Christ in the World, Beyond Belief,
and Outdoor Ministry Ambassadors.
Urban youth workers, pastors, and seminarians will look at the gifts and challenges of urban youth ministry during a one-week intensive course at the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, January 6 – 11, 2008. The Rev. Lawrence J. Clark, a veteran of urban youth ministry, and the Rev. Joy McDonald Coltvet will team teach “Urban Youth Ministry.” Guest speakers from urban ministry settings will share their experiences and insights throughout the week. For more information on the Urban Youth Ministry course contact the Rev. Joy McDonald Coltvet at 800-635-1116 ext. 727 or by email at jmcdonal@lstc.edu .
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The Divorce Dilemma - How do I deal? How do I heal?
Dealing & Healing: Emotions! The second in a new series of
Divorce Recovery Workshops Saturday, December 1, 10
am, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 3300 Rural Street,
Rockford, Cost: $10. This 2-hour workshop will address the
rollercoaster of emotions involved in divorce - the feelings
of loss, anger, grief, and more - which can be magnified as
the holiday season gets underway. Sheryl Andreasen, MSW,
LCSW, will lead participants for this session. Also join us
for our future workshops (dates to be announced): Finances,
Understanding oneself, Spiritual Dynamics, Family Systems,
Building community, Planning for a New Future. Open to all
separated and divorced persons, regardless of any religious
affiliation. Sponsored by Rockford Area Lutheran Ministries.
For more information and to pre-register, call 815/962-4279
or contact
RALMmail@aol.com . |
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ELCA Global Mission has some
immediate positions that need to be filled.
Asia/Pacific: REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE
(Theological Education)
Check details about these and other
many opportunities at
www.elca.org/globalserve 800-638-3522, ext. 2648 Send your bulletin board items to NISNews@comcast.net.
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...were updated 10/22/2007
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Karin@NISynod.org
Rockford, IL 61101
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