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Calendar Highlights
4/14 Retired Rostered Leaders Luncheon at Christ, Belvidere
6/18-19 Synod Assembly
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March Birthdays
1 Rev. Brent Dahlseng
2 Rev. Myron Bartell
4 Rev. Susie Hill
6 Rev. Arthur Stees
6 Rev. David Nygard
8 Rev. William Dahlberg
9 Rev. S. Kim Lee-Brown
10 Rev. Amy Nyman
13 Rev. Kendall Koenig
15 Rev. Kamphou Sisouphanthong
15 Mrs. Karin Graddy
16 Rev. Thomas Jacoby
18 Rev. Robert L. Hansen
19 Rev. Jamie Wallace
20 Rev. Nichole Johnson
20 Rev. Gerald Peterson
20 Rev. Sarah Schaffner
23 Rev. Pat Esker
23 Rev. Patricia Woods
23 Rev. Terry Dufur
26 Rev. Ralph Radloff
27 Rev. John Leaf
27 Rev. Barbara Melaas-Swanson
27 Rev. Carol Gates
28 Rev. John Swanson
29 Ms. Jane Atteberry
30 Rev. Paul Johnson
31 Rev. Mark Juliot
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The Foods Resource Bank Chicago Area Regional Gathering will be Saturday, March 27 beginning at 9 am at St John's, Somonauk, IL. The event will include an overview for those new to FRB, growing project sharing, an update from FRB President Marv Baldwin , advocacy for small farmer agricultural development, roundtable discussions , networking, and more. A free will offering will be invited to cover the cost of lunch. RSVP to Jerry and Toni Lundeen at 815-498-1948
Visit www.nisynod.org/lent  every day for a devotion written by a rostered or lay leader of the Northern Illinois Synod.
Online registration for the Congregational Resourcing Event is now open. Workshop topics will include: Christian education, companion congregations, conflict, diakonia, economy, endowments, evangelism, global missions, greening, hospitality, hunger, immigration, justice, leadership, mission trips, missional leaders, multi-generational ministry, older adults, outreach, prayer, sabbaticals, science, social justice, social media, spirituality, stewardship, treasurers, veterans ministry, visual media, women's ministry, creative worship ideas, worship music, and youth ministry (whew!). Many groups, agencies, and institutions will have displays. Find out more. |
Captive Free, a relational music ministry team sponsored by Youth Encounter, will be performing at Faith Lutheran Church in Rochelle on Thursday, March 18 at 6:45pm. People of all ages are invited to an inspiring time of Christian music and personal sharing. Faith Lutheran Church, 14206 E. Flagg Road, Rochelle, 815-562-7575
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| Churchwide News & Resources |
 ELCA Health Plan members, say "I'll be the one, the 65th percentile, our 2% discount hero." Then take the assessment. www.elcaforwellness.org
Fast Facts March 8 was International Women's Day. Investment in women and girls yields high development returns. When women and girls earn income, they reinvest 90 percent of it into their families, as compared to only 30 to 40 percent for a man. Learn more amazing facts about women at www.girleffect.org.
This week at The Lutheran
Lament:(image at right) Where two realities collide.
Keeping a good Lent: Piety, practices and pilgrimage.
The way we were: 1955.
White walls, beware: Artist leaves her signature in her church, community.
Also: 2 readings produce different views.
Also: Significant films of '09.
Also: Wittenberg Center moves.
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News from Other Organizations
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The Illowa Lutheran Coalition invites all High School aged students and their friends to the IGNITE Youth Event. Spark your faith at Ignite on March 13 from 7-11 pm. Entertainment includes a live band, sports recreation, games, inspiration and food. Augustana College Pepsi Co Center, 30th Street, Rock Island, Illinois 61201. For more information please contact Pastor Janet Lepp at pastorlepp@stjameslutheranri.org.
Havoc in Haiti: A three part Katie's Cup Conversation at Katie's Cup, 502 Seventh St. in Rockford - March 30, April 9, and April 13. On 3/19 - The Church' s Response: Catholics in Haiti. Father David Beauvais will bring information about Project Hope, a 12-year-old Catholic mission effort in Haiti. 4/9 - The Church' s Response: Lutherans in Haiti. Louis O. Dorvilier, himself Haitian, currently serves as Director for International Development and Disaster Response in the ELCA Global Mission Unit. 4/13 - The Church' s Response: Heartland in Haiti. Dustin Waller, a professional photographer will share Heartland's efforts and photographs of his experiences there. Program & Lunch: $10 Program only: $5 Reservations - both for lunch and for program only - should be made with the Rockford Area Lutheran Ministries office by the Monday prior to each luncheon. Call 815.962.4279 or email: RALMmail@aol.com for reservations and information. www.katiescup.com
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A retired pastor in Rockford has commentaries and other related books such as the Interpreter's Bible and other pastor books such as book of Jeremiah, study of psalms, etc. that he would like to give away. Contact richardhorst@gmail.com .
Christ, Belvidere has three part-time positions open: Ministry Assistant for Finance; Ministry Assistant for Administration; Ministry Assistant for Communication and Programs. Each position is expected to be about 15-20 hours a week. More information at www.makingchristknown.org/clc/leadership
Piano stage truck for sale. It's in like new condition and the price is $250. Contact Glen Rittmeyer grrittmeyer@comcast.net |
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