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Synod Prayers
David Nelsestuen, seminary graduate, assigned to our synod, awaiting call
Family and friends of Naomi Nelson, wife of Rev. Allen Nelson (who died April 22, 2007), who passed away on August 2, 2010
www.nisynod.org/prayers
NIS candidates for rostered ministry
See the whole prayer list.
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August Birthdays
1 Rev. Michel Clark
2 Rev. Herbert Priester
8 Rev. Howard Jacobson
10 Rev. John Heins
10 Rev. Robert Linstrom
12 Rev. Robert Kasperson
12 Rev. David Hedlin
14 Rev. Joshua Auchenbach
15 Rev. Randy Willers
17 Rev. Kathryn Whitney
17 Rev. Katharine Zimmerman
18 Rev. David Miley
19 Rev. Alfred Beck
22 Rev. Lowell Albee, Jr.
28 Rev. Harold Hoekstra
29 Rev. Dr. Linda Kersten
29 Rev. Dr. Robert Dealey |
Keyboard Musician Needed - LifeLIGHT Ministries is an outreach ministry of Christ Lutheran Church into the community of Poplar Grove, Illinois. LifeLIGHT Ministries will begin weekly worship on Sunday, October 3 at 10 am. Interested candidates should have competent keyboard skills and enthusiasm for helping to lead worship. Competitive salary is offered. Additional information is available by contacting Pastor Joy Alsop, Mission Developer 815-765-7082
Choir Director to lead a choir at a traditional Lutheran liturgical worship Service 9:00 am Sunday mornings. Grace Lutheran Church of Lily Lake is located one half mile from the intersection of State Highways 47 and 64. Please contact Pastor Ernie Rex at (630) 365-6751 or pastor@graceoflilylake.com
Contemporary Music Leader to help start a new Contemporary Worship Service at 10:30 am Sunday mornings. Grace Lutheran Church of Lily Lake is located one half mile from the intersection of State Highways 47 and 64. Please contact Pastor Ernie Rex at (630) 365-6751 or pastor@graceoflilylake.com
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 The Northern Illinois Synod diakonia committee invites you to consider enrolling in a transformational program of lay theological education this fall. Diakonia is a two-year program of faith formation which equips Christians to live out their baptismal calling as servants of Christ. Classes will be taught this fall in Cary, Moline, Peru, Rockford, and Sterling. For more information, go towww.nisynod.org/diakonia or contact Denise Rode, NIS diakonia chairperson, at 815-756-8321.
2010 Discipleship Gatherings:
The Faith Practices
The first Discipleship Gathering will be Thursday, September 9 at Christ Lutheran Church, 425 Riverside, Belvidere. Registration begins at 6:30 pm and the program begins at 7 pm. Pre-registration is not necessary. Find other dates and locations.
Find out more about the Discipleship Gatherings...and download a bulletin insert (pdf) here.
Companion Synod & Partner Parish Visit to India July 25 - August 5, 2011. 12-day trip with optional extension to Delhi & the Taj Mahal August 4-7, 2011. Rev. Gary Erickson, Synod Companion Parish Coordinator, will lead the group. Download a brochure here (pdf).
R egister online for the Professional Leaders Conference with Susan Briehl and Marty Haugen September 27-29, 2010 at Bishop Lane Retreat Center, Rockford.
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| Churchwide News & Resources |
 A gift from Women of the ELCA: New program: Living a Life of Daily Bread - a reflection on the phrase "Give us this day our daily bread" that explores what you can learn by baking bread: patience, community, how to be intentional and attentive, and the joy that comes from wide-eyed anticipation. Download your free copy. This resource can be used either for personal reflection or with a group. Since bread-making is a lost art in some places, you could use this as an opportunity for intergenerational sharing of skills and recipes.
Have you planned your women's programming for the coming year? Women of the ELCA has a short, easy-to-follow guide to planning that will help you get the most from your time together. Covered is who to invite, how to brainstorm, how to evaluate your ideas, and more in this practical, step-by-step plan.
Lutheran Men in Mission - One Year to Live Retreat - A retreat for men where hearts and souls can be strengthened by the call of Christ. September 17 - 19, 2010 MacKenzie Center, Poynette, WI. For more information, including video testimonies, go to www.lutheranmen.org Events/One Year to Live page or the Summer 2009 Foundations newsletter on the Resources page.
Grab a cup of coffee and pull up a chair! LivingLutheran.com, an ELCA online destination featuring a daily blend of stories, culture and community, is launching soon. We want to feature you and your congregation. Visit www.livinglutheran.com now to find out how.
Participate in one or more of Augsburg Fortress' upcoming free webinars. Visit augsburgfortress.webex.com to see the complete schedule.
Fast Facts Economic Research Service estimates that the number of food insecure people will not significantly decrease over the next decade, declining only 1 percent from 2010-2020.
This week at The Lutheran:
 It starts with 'Hodi': In Tanzania, Lutherans boldly invite people to church (photo at right).
Animal connections: Creatures large and small can link us to God's wonders.
The way we were: 1977: Navy chaplain prays for Marines in Parris Island, S.C.
It's blooper time.
Also: Let it rain.
Also: LVC receives grant.
Also: Reformed bodies merge at Michigan assembly.
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News from Other Organizations
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Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) and Lutheran Advocacy-Illinois will present a series of regional Community Forums on Tax Reform throughout the state in October. Watch for more information. The Rockford Area Community Forum on Tax Reform will be held on Saturday, October 16, at Salem Lutheran, 4405 Pinecrest Rd. in Rockford. The forum will be from 10 a.m. to Noon. Free registration.
Lutheran College Fairs
Come gain insight into the unique aspects of Lutheran higher education and a chance to meet representatives from some member colleges and universities. There is no charge for any of these events and no need to pre-register. In addition, students who attend will receive four application fee waivers for use at Lutheran colleges and universities.
Monday, September 20 - Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Celebration Community Life Center, 919 South Washington St., Naperville
Tuesday, September 21 - Grace Lutheran Church, 343 Grand Ave., Loves Park
Schedule for both events:
6:45 p.m. Registration Begins
7:00 p.m. Financial Aid Seminar
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. College Fair
More information about these events can be found at www.lutherancolleges.org, as can research about experiences at Lutheran colleges and universities and other information to help you in your college search.
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Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center
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 "Marks of a Christian," the 2010 LOMC Adult Retreat, will focus on Romans 12, and will be led by Rev. David Miller from St. Timothy Lutheran Church in Naperville, Illinois. In this chapter, the apostle Paul calls us to a new life in Christ and identifies marks of the Christian life. The deep reflections and insightful questions in his book will help you explore how your life is "marked" by Christ and consider how you live out that marked life for the sake of the world. Download a flyer for more information, and post the flyer in your congregation.
LOMC's Autumn Fest will be October 10, 2010 from 10 am - 4 pm. Come to the annual Open House and enjoy wagon rides, crafts, apple press, Lunch (free-will dontation) and more! Free! www.lomc.org
October 22-24, 2010 Jr. High Peder Eide Retreat
$135.00 per person $25.00 deposit per person
October 29-31, 2010 Sr. High Peder Eide Retreat
$135.00 per person $25.00 deposit per person
November 5-7, 2010 Fall Confirmation Retreat Theme - "Loraxerrific"
$104.00 per person $25.00 deposit per person
or pay $50 and participate in the fundraiser for ELCA World Hunger
December 3-4, 2010 Advent Retreat (4-6 grade)
$60.00 per person $25.00 deposit per person
January 7-9, 2011 Epiphany Retreat (Jr.High)
$105.00 per person $25.00 deposit per person
January 14-15, 2011 Epiphany Retreat (4-6th grade) $60.00 per person $25.00 deposit per person
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