The Season of LENT LENT begins on Ash Wednesday, February 14. Christians have observed this season of the Church Year since the fourth century. It’s traditionally a time of reflection, penitence and spiritual renewal before Easter. During Lent, some Christians give up something that hinders their relationship with God. Others do something extra for their spiritual growth or make a special sacrifice. The key is to make Lent a memorable season of sincere spiritual growth — a time that can set the tone for the rest of the year. Join us for worship on Ash Wednesday, February 14

at 6:15 PM as we begin our Lenten journey.

ASH WEDNESDAY PRAYER

Merciful God, you called us forth from the dust of the earth; you claimed us for Christ in the waters of baptism. Look upon us as we enter these Forty Days bearing the mark of ashes, and bless our journey through the desert of Lent to the font of rebirth. May our fasting be hunger for justice; our alms, a making of peace; our prayer, the chant of humble and grateful hearts. Amen.

FEBRUARY 2018 • VOLUME #23, ISSUE #2

A d o r a t i o n E v a n g e l i c a l L u t h e r a n C h u r c h

. . . O u r M i s s i o n C o n t i n u e s

ETCE ERA

PASTOR

Rev. Tim Singleton Office: 414-281-0414 Mobile: 414-345-7368 Email: adorationpastor@gmail.com STAFF

Lori Hamilton .................. Secretary Office: 414-281-0414 Email: adorationelca@hotmail.com Barb Regent..............Music Director Email: regent@execpc.com Janet McGinty...........Choir Director Email: smcginty@wi.rr.com OFFICE HOURS

Monday-Thursday ........... 9:00-2:00 PASTOR’S NORMAL WEEKDAY

OFFICE HOURS

Tuesday, Wednesday.......9:30-2:30 Thursday........................9:30-12:30 Friday.............................12:00-2:30 INSIDE THIS ISSUE

The Season of Lent .................. Pg 1

Ash Wednesday ....................... Pg 1

From the Pastor ........................ Pg 2

Church Council Highlights ...... Pg 3

Special Sundays ....................... Pg 4

Lenten Devotions ..................... Pg 4

Thrivent Choice Dollars .......... Pg 4

Our Adoration Family.............. Pg 5

Birthdays & Anniversaries ...... Pg 5

Love in Action ......................... Pg 6

Meru & Mulala ........................ Pg 7

Kid’s Page.................................Pg 8

February Calendar ................. Insert

Worship Assistants ................ Insert

ETCETERA …Our Mission Continues 2

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Here are some of the items discussed at the JANUARY Church Council meeting:

There was discussion about using the church facility for special parties. When you use the space for your own party, you are responsible to clean up after yourself and take out the garbage (including in the restrooms). You also need to bring your own kitchen supplies.

Men’s Breakfast Bible Study moved to the third Saturday in February because of the event “Together in Mission” at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church. This event is February 10, and Adoration people can register online at the Synod website. The cost is $10.

On February 27, the Church Council will be serving dinner to our homeless neighbors at Divine Intervention.

Ash Wednesday is February 14. Lenten midweek services will start February 21.

Sharon Anderson presented the financial report, Sean McGinty moved to accept the report, Sandy Eigner seconded the motion, motion carried.

Matthew Nichols will be donating the Knox box for the church and will be ordering it soon.

The cookie/bake sale raised $1,386. $346.50 was sent to Lutheran Social Services and the remainder went into the church operating fund. The rummage sale is scheduled for June 7-9, 2018.

Jim & Wendy Haas will not be doing the Adopt-A-Highway this year. If anyone is interested in taking over this task, they can contact Jim.

Larry Markiewicz reported the Christmas rummage generated over $1,100 for Mulala’s scholarship program. $120 will go to the Diocese Professional Education Fund.

Sean McGinty will do a temple talk on R.I.C. Sunday.

The Council will help the youth with a Spaghetti dinner (TBA) to help them raise money for their trip. Sandy has sent in the full balance for the conference in Texas. Four will be attending: two youth and two adults.

Tania Voigt stated another $2,000 in pledges were given, bringing the total received to 64 pledges.

Last month $750 dollars was approved by the council to buy new black chairs, someone also donated $1,000 dollars to be used to buy more chairs. We have approximately 140 new chairs. With these new chairs, we have 50 old folding chairs we would like to donate or ask if any congregational member would like any of these chairs. If no congregational members have any interest in the chairs, they will be donated to a new start-up church.

For more information on any or all of these items, please check the complete Council minutes

posted on the kiosk in the Gathering Space or contact one of your Council representatives.

CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS

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THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS

The deadline for designating your Choice Dollars is March 31, 2018

Eligible Thrivent members are designated choice dollars, based on insurance premiums, contract values and Thrivent Financial volunteer leadership. Members can direct their choice dollars to thousands of non-profit organizations nationwide, including Adoration Lutheran Church. Designation does not carry over and must be specified each year. If you have not already designated your choice dollars, we hope you would consider directing yours to Adoration. It is simple to do, Thrivent Direction Forms are available in the church office, or you can complete one online at www.Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or call Thrivent directly at 414-856-9900.

SUNDAYS IN FEBRUARY

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PRAISE WORSHIP SERVICE Come and Praise the Lord with joyful songs! Our instrument ensemble members will provide special music to enhance our worship service. Invite a friend to church to share this musical Sunday morning.

“SOUPER” BOWL SUNDAY In an effort to help support the Ascension Food Ministry, we are asking members to bring in cans of soup, canned goods and other non-perishable items to help replenish the food pantry. Monetary donations will also be accepted to help this worthwhile effort.

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LOVINGKINDESS SUNDAY Congregational members are asked to go out into the community and perform random acts of lovingkindness. This is a way to give back to our community and promote Adoration Lutheran Church with our invitation cards.

LENTEN DEVOTIONS “Hope For Our Times”

In keeping with the Outreach for Hope vision, “that strong, vibrant ministries will be centers of HOPE in the midst of every community challenged by poverty within the Greater Milwaukee Synod,” they are providing 40 devotions that both acknowledge some of our current challenges, while pointing out where we can see hope. Their intention is to offer hope by reflecting on the good we can, and are accomplishing through God’s grace. Daily devotions are available on the Outreach of Hope website: Outreachforhope.org. You can also sign up on the website to receive the devotions emailed directly to you.

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BIRTHDAYS

ANNIVERSARIES

2/01 Roxanne Wolfgram 2/01 Corina Worzolla 2/02 Kylie Pettke 2/05 Pierce Kuzminski 2/06 Lauren Bednar 2/06 Anneliese Ward 2/07 Wesley Zagorski 2/08 Sebastian Bunger 2/08 Camden Kujawa 2/08 John Sobieski 2/10 Ted Lazaris 2/12 Welton Dye 2/12 Caroline Schwoch 2/14 Jennine Dichard 2/16 Alissa Voegeli 2/16 Alexandra Willms 2/18 Kelly Kuzminski 2/19 Ingrid Lakich 2/20 Jenna Bednar 2/22 Sandy Young 2/23 Todd Fisher 2/23 Kanada Gavitt 2/23 Tom Nowakowski 2/24 Mark Glisch 2/25 Jeff Faltersack 2/26 Ashtin Kerlin 2/27 Craig Beyler 2/28 Russell Schwoch 2/28 Kristen Wallrath

2/11 Tom & Nancy Czarapata 2/15 Jeff & Brenda Schneider 2/22 Myron & Lori Wargolet 2/28 Donald & Joyce Weinert

DINERS CLUB Come One, Come All!

You are invited to join us for an evening of friendship, food, fellow-ship and fun. Our next dinner will be held at Habanero’s Mexican Restaurant on February 24. We will meet at 3:30 PM.

Please sign-up on the sheet in the gathering room so we know how many will be attending. See Kathy Albrecht for questions.

HOMEBOUND MEMBERS Consider sending a Valentine card to one of our homebound members to cheer them. A current list is on

the kiosk in the gathering room.

OUR SYMPATHY is extended to the family and friends of Shirley Delano. Shirley was called home to be with the Lord on January 5, 2018. A Memorial Service was held at Adoration Lutheran Church on January 13. We pray that God will continue to comfort all who mourn.

Let LOVE

guide your life.

Colossians 3:14

2018 OFFERING ENVELOPES If you have not picked up this years offering envelopes they are available in the church office. Please recycle 2017 envelopes. Do not use these as your offering number may have changed. Thank you!

WORSHIP & MUSIC COMMITTEE

Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 7, following worship.

CHURCH DIRECTORY If you have not had your picture taken for our church directory, or if you would like a new picture, please see Pastor Tim to have a picture taken.

END OF YEAR GIVING STATEMENTS

Tax statements are available in the gathering room for those who have made a recorded donation in 2017. If you need your statement mailed to you, please call the church office. Thank you.

SOUTHWEST INTERFAITH

SW Neighborhood Outreach Program is a non-profit organization for older adults over the age of 60. Their mission is to link older adults with a caring community. Volunteers provide, at no charge, rides to doctor appointments, shopping, and other transportation needs. Other services include minor household repairs and assistance with bills and paperwork. Although there is no charge for these services, individual donations play an integral part in running the program.

You can help support this outreach program by donating $5.00 and you will receive a Boston Store coupon book with 500.00 in coupons. Use your coupons starting March 1. See Judy Goodwin or Betty Wing, our SWI Representatives if you are interested in looking at or purchasing a coupon book.

SWI Board Member Needed - Judy Goodwin is looking for a partner to share Adoration’s volunteer board membership. The person does not have to presently be a volunteer for SWI. Duties include possibly attending up to 10 meetings a year and participating in various other activities supporting SWI. If your passion includes helping older adults to stay independent, this is an opportunity to realize that strength. See or call Judy Goodwin at 414-281-9368.

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DIVINE INTERVENTION MINSTRY

An interfaith ministry providing emergency overnight safe sanctuary to the homeless, respecting the dignity of all God’s adult children.

A special thank you to our Church Council Members for serving dinner to our homeless neighbors on February 27.

ELCA WORLD HUNGER God’s work. Our hands.

Year to Date Offerings of $193.00 Thank you!

ASCENSION FOOD MINISTRY

Your consistent donations of food items to our shopping cart are helping to keep the food pantry well supplied. Thank you for your generous hearts. Also a special thank you to Ted & Mardy Lazaris for delivering our food gifts each month.

BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

Research shows that volunteering leads to better health and volunteers are the most likely to receive physical and mental health benefits from their volunteer activities.

It gives you the ability to learn and develop skills that you might not normally get the chance to experience.

Builds self-esteem and self-confidence.

Allows you to meet new people. We have many great opportunities to volunteer your time and talent right here at Adoration. Here are a few suggestions:

Serve on a committee

Volunteer as a worship assistant

Participate in spring and fall clean-up of the church building and grounds

Help with maintaining of the church grounds, (lawn mowing, snow shoveling)

Get involved with VBS, the church picnic, the rummage sale, book sale, bake cookies for our cookie sale...

Help in the church office, help with bulk mailings, recycling...

Whatever your passion, however you get involved, volunteering offers a way to have a real and lasting impact!

YOU can make a Difference!

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MERU & MULALA ~ Our Partners in Ministry

Welcome Pastor Neema Akyoo

Rev. Neema Akyoo is the new pastor for Mulala Parish. She is married to Rev. Elilia Abel Seleu Sarakikya, former pastor of Kikatiti and one of the members of the 2016 delegation to the U.S. He is currently furthering his theological studies at Makumira University. They have five children: daughters, Mercy, 16 years; Sofia, 14 years; and Agape, 10 years. They also have 12 year old twin sons, Ferdnand and Fredrick.

Rev. Neema was an Evangelist at Mulala’s sub parish, Kyuta, from 2006-2007. She also served as an Evangelist for Nkoaranga Parish (2002-2005), Sura Parish (2008-2009) and Poli Parish (2010-2011). In 2012, she attended pastoral theological education at Mwika Bible School and graduated in 2015. Her first call was to Usa River Parish from 2015-2017, and she is now serving Mulala.

Rev. Neema was excited to learn of the strong partnership between Mulala and Adoration Church. She said the people of Mulala will continue to lift us up in prayer and that they look forward to the day, with God’s blessing, that we may greet one another in person.

Bwana Asifewe (Praise the Lord) Janet McGinty

Bible Quiz

Paul declares that nothing “will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus or Lord.” Which of the following does Paul specify as unable to block God’s love?

A. death; life

B. angels; demons

C. present; future

D. height; depth

E. All of the above

(Answer : See Romans 8:38-39)

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Mission Statement: Living in God’s love we share the good news of Jesus through spirited worship, serving God in our daily lives, creating a welcoming space to all, providing outreach, educating the young and old, and creating worldwide partnerships.

Reconciling in Christ: Adoration Evangelical Lutheran Church identifies itself as a “Reconciling in Christ” congregation and publicly welcomes all persons to full membership and participation in the ministry we share without regard to race, ethnicity, social status, ability, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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Sunday Morning……………………………………...9:00 AM

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