Parish News October 11, 2009
Altar
Flowers for
October 11, 2009. One altar vase has been given
in
memory of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Puckhaber and John J.
Skuhra by
Doris Skuhra. One altar vase has been given
in celebration of the 59th
Wedding Anniversary of Harry & Anne
O’Neal.
If
you desire prayer for any reason, our Prayer Partners will
receive you in the Chapel after you have communed.
Parking
- The
curbside parking spots in front of St. Matthew’s church
buildings are now reserved parking each Sunday
morning. In particular we make these spaces available
for those who have special need to park closer to the
builder – e.g. the handicapped, those who find walking
difficult, the parent handling infants and other small
children.
The Church Council has authorized the receipt of a special
offering to support relief efforts in
Georgia. The unprecedented
flooding has taken lives, ruined homes, destroyed
businesses and schools, devastated communities, and left
thousands of people in need. Money contributed
will go to the Lutheran Services of Georgia and checks
should be made out to this agency. Team Lutheran
Disaster Response and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans are
providing leadership for the relief efforts. An
offering plate is in the back of the sanctuary to receive
your gift. You may also send your contribution
directly: Lutheran Services of Georgia, 1330 West
Peachtree St, Ste 300, Atlanta. GA, 30339.
XYZ Single’s Lunch Today: All single ladies 55 and over
are invited to join this monthly luncheon today at the
Holiday Inn Riverview Restaurant.
Last Chance to Register for XYZ Event: On Thursday afternoon October
29, 2009 we will travel to Georgetown, South Carolina, for
dinner at the Dock House Tavern on Front Street, followed
by a production of “DOUBT” at the Swamp Fox Theatre. For
complete details, cost, etc. check the October Messenger or
the XYZ Board in the Education Building across from the
auditorium.
Pastor Wallace is holding a
Pre-baptism instruction on Saturday morning, October 31
at 11:00 am in the church library (located in the office
area) at the Vanderhorst Street entrance. This
session is for parents and, if possible, baptismal sponsor
who would like to have their child baptized in November or
December. Please call Debarah in the church office
(723-1611) prior to October 29 to register.
An
Oyster Roast / Silent Auction to benefit our Outreach
Center is to
be held on November 22nd. The planning committee is looking
for your help to procure useful, fun or interesting
items. Any help is appreciated in acquiring
donations. Call the center if you need a packet of
information to share with a business or to share a
donation. Thank you for your support. 579-0420
October Nursery Schedule for childcare:
All Sundays 8:00AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesdays
Together! – 5:30 – 9:00PM
SPARK!
ACTIVATE FAITH FOR CHILDREN
Classes meet in the
Education Building – Sundays, 9:45AM
FAITH FORMATION FOR YOUTH
Classes Grades 5-8
meet Sundays, 9:45AM
Outreach Learning Center
JUMP 56 – Grades 5-6 – OLC Room 201
Confirmation
Class - Grade
7 – OLC Room 302
Journey
of Faith – Grade 8 – OLC Room 301
Senior
High -
Meets
Sundays, 9:45AM in the Youth Room on the third floor of the
Education Building
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP OPPORTUNITIES
See Through the Scriptures with Pastor Robert Wallace
Adult Class held in
the Auditorium- Sundays - 9:45AM
Discover St. Matthew’s
Class meets in the
Outreach Learning Center, First Floor, Sundays - 9:45AM (10
Sessions). Bev & Ed Blanton, Becky
& Pastor Dick Campbell.
New Member Sunday –
December 6.
Wednesdays Together!
Join us for a time for sharing a
meal, fellowship, choir rehearsals, activities and
learning. See the Week at a Glance for the schedule. Please
make your dinner reservations today on the Sunday Record or
call the Church Office 723-1611 by noon on Monday. $6 per
person 12 years old and above, $3 for kids 3 to 12, Free
for kids under the age of 3
We Care for Our Troops
Care Kits - We’re collecting items for the
Care Kits which will be assembled October 21, 7pm. A list
of needed items is by the Donation Box in the Education
Hallway.
Prayer
Wall - Please add names, addresses and
pictures of anyone you know who is serving in the military
to the Prayer Wall on the first floor of the Education
Building by the elevator. Sondra Pfaehler and John Burbage
are team leaders. Contact Sondra or John for updates and
interest.
Kindergarten
– Grade 5
Sign up
in the Education Hallway for your home visit and to be “In
the Spotlight.”
THE WEEK AT A GLANCE
Sunday,
October 11– 19th
Sunday after Pentecost
8:30am Holy Communion
9:45am Faith Formation – All Ages
9:45am Discover St. Matthew’s
11:00am Holy Communion
12:30pm 1st Communion Instruction
12:30pm XYZ (Older Adults) Singles Lunch
Monday,
October 12
9:30am Food Pantry (until noon)
OLC
10:00am Respite Care
3:00pm AS Kids – OLC
5:30pm Getting Ahead – OLC
5:30pm GED - OLC
5:45pm St. Matthew’s Ringers
6:30pm Cemetery Committee
6:30pm Circle 1
6:30pm Circle 2
6:30pm ESL - OLC
Tuesday,
October 13
8:00am Men’s Work Crew
9:30am ESL – OLC
10:00am Staff Meeting
10:00am Women’s Bible Study
3:00pm AS Kids – OLC
7:30pm Circle 8
Wednesday,
October 14
9:30am Food Pantry (until noon)
OLC
9:30am ESL – OLC
3:00pm As Kids - OLC
6:30pm ESL – OLC
Wednesdays
Together!
4:45pm Alleluia Choir K-5
5:30pm Alleluia Kids (Fun activities) K-5
5:30pm Youth Choir
5:30pm Childcare (until 9:00pm)
6:00pm Dinner Served –Smart Cooking with Shannon
6:25pm Blessing & Music
6:30pm Radio Drama Rehearsal
7:00pm 8th Grade Confirmation Class
7:00pm Adult Bible Study
7:30pm Gallery Choir
Thursday,
October 15 – Messenger Deadline
9:30am ESL – OLC
10:00am Respite Care
3:00pm AS Kids – OLC
5:45pm GED - OLC
Friday, October 16
10:00am Respite Care
5:00pm Wedding Rehearsal (Smith/Watkins)
Saturday,
October 17
11:00am Women’s AA
5:00pm Wedding (Smith/Watkins)
Sunday,
October 18 – 20th
Sunday after Pentecost
Senior Adults at Lutheridge
8:30am Holy Communion
9:45am Faith Formation – All Ages
9:45am Discover St. Matthew’s
11:00am Holy Communion
THOSE SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY
Preacher/Celebrant:
Pastor Robert Wallace
Organist/Director
of Music: W.
Douglas Ludlum
Cantors:
8:30am
Mary Moser
11:00am Claire Teuber
Lay
Readers
8:30am
Teddy Mappus
11:00am Arnie Metz
Welcome
Tent
8:30am
Nell Postell
11:00am Stuart & Sarah Saunders
Prayer
Partners
8:30am
Rudy Matzner
11:00am Nancy Romness
Oblation
Bearers
8:30am
Richie & Krisi Johnson
11:00am Larry & Cynthia Amick
Acolytes
8:30am
Kendall Joyner Candlelighter
Claire Moore Candlelighter
11:00am George Geils Candlelighter
Walter Moser Candlelighter
Council
Members
8:30am
Lisa DeHaven
Kerry Koon
11:00am Gene Brown
Ernie Weatherholtz
Upcoming Events
Sunday, October 25
Reformation Sunday
First Communion
Stewardship & Gathering
Sunday,
November 1-
10:00 am Service – Feast of All Saints
Requiem
by Gabriel Faure
Gallery Choir and Orchestra
2:30 pm –
Re-interment - Bethany Cemetery
Sunday, December 20
9:45 am
– SS Christmas Program
7:00 pm – Lessons & Carols
(Candlelight)