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KING’S HERALD JANUARY 2017

Volume 57, Issue 01

GOOD NEWS!

Based on recommendations from Pacifica Synod and King of King's Call Committee, the church has entered into an agreement with Pastor Timothy Eichler to become our pastor under a Three Year Term Call. We are excited to be able to take this step, using a somewhat different approach to the traditional calling of a pastor.

The Synod identified Pastor Tim as a uniquely qualified candidate for us. Given his situation--and ours-- they thought that the Three-Year Term Call concept should be applied here, since it allows us to take advantage of his availability without going through the lengthier process of a traditional Call.

So, what is a Three Year Term Call? Basically, the Synod calls Pastor Tim, and we make a three-year contract with him. After the first year. and anytime thereafter, we, as a congregation, can extend a Full Call to him. This gives us the chance to get to know each other well before making that important long-term decision.

Pastor Tim is a Captain in the Navy. He will begin with us half time, starting February 1 and will go to full time July 1, which coincides with his retirement. He lives in Escondido, so moving and relocation expenses are not required. (This eliminates one of the main obstacles in bringing a pastor into our rather expensive housing market area.) And, finally, with our proximity to Camp Pendleton, his experience should be extremely beneficial to our congregation in helping us reach out to the military community. (Pastor Eichler's bio follows.)

A reception to meet and greet the Pastor and his family is in the planning. Time and date will be determined, so look for announcements and please plan on attending. It has been a long journey and this is an exciting step for our future!

-- Peter Aadland, President Congregational Council

Pastor Eichler Bio

Pastor Tim Eichler comes to King of Kings Lutheran Church after serving on the Church's behalf as a chaplain in the U.S. Navy for 30-years. He was raised in the Church where his faith has been nurtured as it is a way of life. He likes to walk, bike, swim, read, and enjoy God's creation. In August 2016 he was invited to address the ELCA Church wide Assembly on behalf of Federal Chaplains. As a chaplain he has served on aircraft carriers, with Marines at Camp Pendleton and Okinawa, and in the Pentagon. He is a life-long learner as he has continued his education since graduating from Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN completing Joint Professional Military Education phase I in 1998 through the Naval War College Non-resident program; earned his Doctor of Ministry at Luther Seminary in 2001; in 2007 was awarded a Master of Arts in International Relations from Salve Regina University, Newport, Rhode Island; currently he is enrolled in the St. Stephen's Program, Antiochian House of Studies, Applied Orthodox Theology. He and his wife (Cindy) have three daughters, Elizabeth, Rachel, and Rebekah.

Adult Forum Bible Study

Sunday at 9:30 am in the Lounge

Bible studies for January with Pastor Dave Kupka will focus on the second Scripture reading for that day:

Jan. 1: NO Class - New Year’s Day

Jan. 8: Acts 10:34-43

Jan. 15: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Jan. 22: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Jan. 29: NO Class - Annual Meeting

Annual Meeting—JANUARY 29, 17

By the time you receive this newsletter it will be 2017 and that mean’s it’s time for our “second” annual congregational meeting. ALL REPORTS ARE DUE IN THE CHURCH

OFFICE BY JAN. 15th!!!!!!!!! The Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, January 29th at 9:30 am in The Sanctuary. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

Holiday Office Schedule

The church office will be closed on Monday, January 1, 2017 in observance of New Yea’s Day and also on January 16, 2017 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. birthday. If you have

an emergency, please feel free to call Jan Osborne at (517) 902-2902. The office will re-open with normal office hours on Tuesday Jan. 17 at 9 AM.

OPPORTUNITIES for SERVICE IN WORSHIP

Coffee Hour Hosts - Signups are in the Narthex. This ministry provides for the coffee and treats that say “Welcome, stick around and share!” Our thanks to all who have shared in this “Welcome Ministry”. Let’s EVERY FAMILY take a Sunday so this doesn’t always fall on the same few.

Usher/Greeters - Church members and visitors receive their first impres-sion of worship from the Usher/Greeters. The responsibilities are simple. Hospitality, a warm smile, a ready hand-shake.

Lay Assistants and Lectors/Readers - We would like to also open up another area of service that you may be interested in. A Lay Assistant serves alongside the pastor as a worship leader, offering prayers and serving communion. Lay Lectors/Readers read the first and second Bible lessons during the service of worship. See either Howard Whitlock (first service) or Koni Robinson (Contemporary Service) to be put on the rotation.

Men’s Prayer Breakfast

Please join us on Wednesday, January 11th at 8:00 am in the back room at Grandma’s Restaurant, 539 Vista Bella, in Oceanside. Enjoy good food and discussion of John 1:29-42, the gospel reading for the following Sunday. All men are welcome!!

ESPECIALLY FOR WOMEN AT KINGS

CIRCLE BIBLE STUDY & FELLOWSHIP

January will begin a 2 month study of Paul’s letter to the Galatians. We will attempt to gain a clearer under-standing of faith in Christ alone as the heart of the Gospel. As Lutheran’s, this concept is not new but do we understand it completely? Also in the mix will be the relationship between Paul and the Christians in Galatia.

If you don’t already belong to a circle, and wish to join us for study, fellowship and usually a yummy dessert the leaders, their telephone numbers and the dates circles meet are as follows:

Lydia Circle: 2nd Monday of month @ 1:00 pm Leader: Nancy Groth - 760-754-9646

Ruth Circle: 2nd Monday of month @ 7:00 pm Leader: Faye Cieslinski - 760-690-2540

Naomi Circle: 2nd Tuesday of month @ 9:30 am Leader: Donna Miller - 760-433-2988

PIECEMAKERS

The history of quilts goes back at least a few thousand years. The ancient peoples of Russia, China and our own American Indians wore quilted cloth-ing for warmth. When the crusaders returned to Europe, they brought

home the idea of quilted fabrics. The Europeans soon adapted quilts for undergarments and sleepwear. And of course, quilted blankets were used on the beds by our colonists to keep warm. In modern times, quilts have become as much an art as it is a craft. Our quilters use their gift of quilting to give aid, comfort and love to those in need as a result of world catastrophic events; be it drought, deluge, earthquakes or wars. It is Jesus asking us to care for others, to see his face in the face of those hurting. Thank you quilters. We invite those of you looking for a cause to

join them each Thursday morning at 9 AM n TGP.

WOMEN’S WIT and WISDOM

On Wealth and Money

“Adversity is solitary, while prosperity dwells

in a crowd.”

--By Marguerite of Valoisk, 1553-1615

In Memoirs (1628)

CALENDER – STANDING DATES

Bookies: The book selection for January is “March” by Geraldine Brooks. This is a Civil War saga. Brooks has taken the absent father from Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women and has placed him in the war where his lofty principals are scorched by his failings during the war. This authoress is one of the best in historical fiction through her research and story telling. We meet in the church lounge January 23rd at 1 PM.

Past and UP COMING DATES

A Special Thanks: Thank you Loretta for arranging and coordinating the Christmas luncheon. From all reports, you should count it a success. From the fresh Caesar salad to the absolutely decadent chocolate cake, all were pleased. We know how much time, effort and creativity that goes into such a project. Thank you from all the women that attended.

January 7: We will have our annual Epiphany

Breakfast at 10 a.m. All are invited. You don’t have to be a mem-ber of a circle to attend. This is for YOU. It will be a time to celebrate. Did you know that this celebration has many names throughout history? You may know it as the 12th day of Christmas; or The Three Kings Day (we actually don’t know how many kings were there but we do know there were 3 gifts), or the Baptism of Jesus. In any event, it is a completion of the Advent season to be celebrated.

Bring your favorite Christmas ornament to hang upon our communal tree. This is temporary, you will get the ornament back after the celebration. If you wish, you may tell us why it is your favorite. This celebra-tion starts our new year and is a chance to share memories and perhaps ideas for the new year. Bring a friend.

Interfaith Community Services 4700 North River Road, Suite C

Food Pantry Desperately Needs:

Top food needs:

Breakfast foods: cereal, powdered milk, juice, fruit/granola bars, jam/jelly, bisquick/pancake/muffin mix, syrup

Cooking Staples: salt, flour, granu-lated sugar in 1-lb BOXES (please, no bags or powdered sugar), cooking oil

Pasta & Rice: mac’n cheese, ramen, canned pasta (ravioli or spaghetti), rice, pasta

Soups & Sauces: all kinds of soup and spaghetti sauces

Meats & Protein: chili or stew, canned meals or all kinds, peanut butter, dry beans

MEAL DAY FIRST THURSDAYS

Feed homeless teens.

Meal sign ups: Sunday, Jan. 1

This Month’s Meal: THUR. Jan. 5 Bring food donations to church by 5 pm.

Next Month’s Meal: THUR. Feb. 2 Meal sign-ups: Sun. Jan. 29

Support Fair Trade

Support Fair Trade and help small farmers and craftsmen all over the world support their families!

You can purchase Fair Trade chocolate, coffee, tea, & cocoa at King of Kings! Find one of the two self-serve kiosks in the narthex hall outside the church office or in the Gathering Place.

InferFaith Shelter Happy New Year to every-one! As I write this article, we are eagerly anticipating Christmas. As we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Savior, there is so much to do! Gifts to be bought, decorations to be hung, and parties to attend, etc.. Then

we celebrate the New Year, and of course, Epiphany. But let’s take a look at the circumstances surrounding the birth of Jesus, focusing on the Nativity scene. It took an angelic visit for Joseph to decide against discreetly ending his betrothal to Mary because she was “with child”. Joseph and Mary had a harsh journey to Bethlehem. The only lodging available was in a stable, so Jesus was born where the livestock lived. And after the visit of the Magi, the family had to flee into Egypt to avoid the Massacre of the Innocents. Yes, Jesus was homeless for part of his young life. If you follow the news at all, you’ll see that there are too many people in the world today, homeless and in harrowing living situations. On Sunday, January 15, (through January 29) we start our stint as hosts of the Interfaith Shelter Network. We’ll be receiving up to 12 people. The families have been screened and admitted to the program because they are likely to succeed in getting back on their feet if some of their worries (a place to live, for example) are taken care of. We have a great chance to make a difference in the lives of our guests. As of this moment, we don’t have the support of an LDS congregation, as we did in the past. I’m asking the people of King of Kings to prayerfully consider what gifts they have to offer. We need volunteers to set up, welcome the guests, to provide meals, and to stay overnight. If you’re interested in volunteering, you can sign up at both services, and you can always reach me at (760) 271-4490, and [email protected].

Talked with Pastor Tim Eichler and Pastor Terry Tuvey-Allen, from the Synod, regarding an agreement to have Pastor Eichler serve a Three Year Term Call from the Pacifica Synod. Pastor Eichler had been recommended by the Synod and the King of Kings Call Committee. Terms of the agreement had been negotiated by the Executive Team and agreed to by Pastor Eichler. Council reviewed the document and voted to have the agreement signed by the President and the Secretary.

Clarification from November's meeting to allow the allocation of the Garmin Funds to be used for maintenance projects.

Finances are tracking as per predictions and budget.

A slight increase in the 10:30 attendance was noted.

Marketing efforts and flyers were produced to promote "All About That Baby."

Cracked tiles have been replaced around the baptismal font.

It was suggested that we have a detailed asset list prepared next year, as it has been awhile since one was completed.

The Draft 2017 budget was reviewed and some minor adjustments will be made by Treasurer, Don Miller and the Finance Committee prior to the Annual Meeting.

It was reported that we have received 44 pledges, totaling $189,000.

Reminder to Committee liaisons that annual reports are due to the church office by January 15th.

Personnel Committee will begin to conduct a search for a new Music Director. The job description will be reviewed and altered if needed.

COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS for DECEMBER

Congratulations to the cast and crew for an excellent show. A big “thank you” goes to everyone involved, for dedicating many hours of practice and preparation to making this a truly magical production. NOTE: A video recording is available to purchase. For more information, please contact Elaine Aadland at [email protected].

SEE PAGE 10 for

PICTURES OF THE MUSICAL

ALL ABOUT THAT BABY WAS A HUGE, LOVE-FILLED,

ADORABLE SUCCESS!

The King’s Players, consisting of nearly 40 members and friends of King of Kings, put on a delightful show for the community, December 17 and 18, when they took to the stage to present All About That Baby, a “sheepishly clever story about a bunch of sheep, a bunch of shepherds, and one very special Baby.” It was an ambitious production, with acting, singing and dancing by talented performers ranging in age from 3 to 70. Kudos to everyone involved:

The Creative Team: Elaine Aadland, who wrote the script and directed the production; Julia Huff, music director; JoAnn Crawley, production manager, who costumed the entire company; Mindy Stewart, choreography; Glenn Groth, who created the set, complete with shining star and burning campfire.

The Performers: Whit Aadland (Bellwether, the head sheep); Lauren Aadland (the shepherd Jody); Toni Jaime, Jacob Bowman and Samuel Cadavid (young shepherds Bekah, Nate and Seth); Peter Aadland and Steven Huff (sheep-hands Zeke and Jed); Deniell Hornyak (Mary); Jordan McKinley (Joseph); Corina Krause (the villager Judith, and Angel Gabby); Rebekah Cadavid and Faye Cieslinski (Innkeepers Abby and Bertha); DJ Jaime (the Lost Sheep); VILLAGERS/ANGELS: Nancy Clancy, Sandy Darrow, Julia Huff and Diane Robertson; LITTLE SHEEP: Benjamin Cadavid, Beck Hardy, DJ Jaime, Myka Lema; LITTLE ANGELS: Addison Armean, Brooke Bowman, JoJo Hardy and Sela McKinley.

The Crew: Behind the scenes, these folks worked their magic: Jeremy Grasz (sound); Jeff Grasz (lighting); Robert Johnson (lighting assistance); Howard Whitlock (set construction and stage assistance); Owen Corso (stage assistance); Diane Robertson (makeup); Lauren and Lisa Halling-Aadland (photography and videography).

Let’s Be Good Stewards

A Reminder about lights/locking up - We are getting very lax about turning off lights and locking doors, so after every meeting or event would you please close/lock all windows and doors, and turn off lights!!!!

—— Thank You ——-

Thank You For Helping

Thank you to everyone who helped with the Ad-vent Soup Suppers!! A spe-cial thank you to Adam Almaraz and Clark and Judy Hove for setting up and to everyone who helped with the clean up.

Thank you to everyone who brought soup, bread, and desserts to share. Each week we had a wonderful selection of several soups to choose from. Some of us even tried more than one each week. There were ALL DELICIOUS!!!!!!

A Special Thank You….

...to all of the Christmas Mice that have so will-ing worked to decorate our Chancel and The Gathering Place. It takes many hands to decorate and we thank you very much. It looks beautiful.

A special thank you to Bonnie Jeffers and her crew of helpers, for coordinating the Sanctuary tree decorating; Virginia Cunha for arranging and picking up our Poinsettia's; Sandy Darrow and her grand children for helping Virginia Cunha with the Manager scene; and to Nancy Whitlock for keeping our Poinsettia plants watered weekly so they still like nice for Christmas.

Thank You A sincere, heartfelt thank you to Lynn Hieb. Lynn has directed the music program at King of Kings for about 20 years. Through mutual agreement, Lynn is leaving us to attend to personal issues. We will forever hear those classical guitar strings making beautiful music and adding so much to our worship experience. May God bless and be with Lynn on his life journey.

New Arrival… ...Ava Rose Gonzales, born December 8, 2016 to Tyra Darrow-Jaime and Joe Gonzales. Ava weighed in at 6’15oz and 19 3/4 “ long. Proud great grandparents are Sandy and Bruce Darrow.

Thank you to…

...My family and I wish to thank everyone at King of Kings Lutheran Church who have shown us such love and support over the last few weeks since Dick’s passing. This sad time was made more bearable by the outpouring of love expressed in your cards and gifts, hugs and hope-filled words. We’ve survived it all because of your thoughtfulness, caring, offers of help and your continuing prayers. God has surely blessed us through each and everyone of you. -- Sandy Schulze

...A special thank you to Faye Cieslinski, Sandy Darrow and her grandchildren, Toni and D.J., for their help in decorating the church and Jeff Grasz for finding the supplies. --Virginia Cunha

...Thank you all who helped make my families Thanksgiving a special one. We can’t thank you enough, and the Christmas basket was great! --Brandy Stark and family

2017 ALTAR FLOWERS

Each year we offer an opportunity to place altar flowers on a specified Sunday in memory or honor of someone or for a special occasion. The flower sheets for 2017 are now available at the information kiosk in the narthex. Sign up for that special Sunday on the sheets, drop a check for $30 in the offering plate (made out to the church) along with your sheet, and we will take care of the rest. You may also share a Sunday with someone else and split the $30 cost. You may take your flowers home with you following the contemporary service.

1 Chris Craft

11 Emmy Oren

13 John Grebetz

17 Bill Cunha

23 Serena Whitlock

25 Curt Spiller

29 Millie Bobleter Angela Grebetz Nancy Groth Mary Schuler Howard Whitlock

30 Joan Bassett George Harris

31 Melody Grasz

2ne Chris Thorne and Amy Mortensen - 24 yrs.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

JANUARY

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE

ATTENTION: the deadline for the FEBRUARY newsletter is Monday, January 16, 2017 at 9:00 am. If you have an upcoming event for FEBRUARY or early MARCH, make sure you get your article in so it can be included in the monthly newsletter.

8:00 am 10:30 am

ASSISTANT MINISTERS

1 Koni Robinson Only (1) Service 9:30 am

8 Michael Mistriel Koni Robinson

15 Harold Pirlot Sandy Darrow

22 Howard Whitlock Joan Bockman

29 Sandy Darrow Lori Grasz

LECTORS

1 Margi Knebel Only (1) Service at 9:30 am

8 Bonnie Jeffers Asst. Minister

15 Lew Harley Asst. Minister

22 David Wilcox Asst. Minister

29 Sandy Rubicz Asst. Minister

USHERS

1 Don Miller Donna Miller

8 Lew Harley Don Bunger




GREETERS

1 Geneva Loyland

8 Geneva Loyland

15 Joan Bassett Geneva Loyland

22 Geneva Loyland

29

COFFEE HOSTS

1

8

15 Lydia Circle Lydia Circle

22

29 Piecemakers Piecemakers

JANUARY SERVICE HELPERS

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 New Year’s

9:30 New Year’s Day Worship

12:30 Eun Sung Ch

5:00 Morning View

2

6:15 District AA Meeting

8:00 Evening AA Mtg

3

11:00 AL anon

6:00 HOA

6:00 Friends of El Corazon

4

7:00 Morning View Christian

7:45 Worship & Music Cmt.

5

9:00 Piecemakers

9:00 WELCA Brd

5:30 Cong. Life

5:30 Girl Scout’s

6:30 Bell Reh.

7:30 Choir Reh.

6

7:00 Morning AA Mtg

Church Office Closed

7 10:00 WELCA EPIPHANY Breakfast

8

8:00 Trad. Worship

9:15 Sunday Kids’ Time

9:30 Adult Bible Study

10:30 Contemporary Worship Sanctuary

12:30 Eun Sung Ch 5:00 Morning View

9

1:00 Lydia Circle

7:00 Ruth Circle

8:00 Evening AA Mtg.

10

9:30 Naomi Circle

11:00 AL anon

7:00 Church Council

7:00 Women's AGLOW

11

8:00 Men’s Prayer Breakfast


12

9:00 Piecemakers

6:30 Bell Reh.

7:30 Choir Reh.

13

7:00 Morning AA Mtg

9:00 Life Line Screening


14

12:00 Emmy Oren 100th Birthday Party

15 SHELTER 8:00 Trad. Worship


9:30 Adult Bible Std

10:30 Contemporary

Worship Sanctuary

12:30 Eun Sung Ch

5:00 Morning View

16

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE

OFFICE CLOSED

8:00 Evening AA Mtg.

17

11:00 AL anon

1:30 AVON

18


19

6:30 DAV

6:30 Bell Reh.

7:30 Choir Reh.

20

7:00 Morning AA Mtg


21

22 SHELTER 8:00 Trad. Worship




12:30 Eun Sung Ch

5:00 Morning View

23

1:00 Bookies

8:00 Evening AA Mtg

24

11:00 AL anon

25


7:00 Girl Scout Leaders

26

1:00 Social Action

6:00 Personnel

6:30 Bell Reh.

7:30 Choir Reh

27

7:00 Morning AA Mtg

Church

Office Closed

28

29 SHELTER

8:00 Trad. Worship




12:30 Eun Sung Ch

2:00 Musical

5:00 Morning View

30

8:00 Evening AA Mtg

31

11:00 AL anon

1:30 Endowment Committee

Interfai th Homeless Shelter

Interfai th Homeless Shelter

PICTURES FROM THE MUSICAL “All About That Baby”

The cast of "All About That Baby." Kids (from left): Jacob Bowman, Toni Jaime, Finn Armean, Selah McKinley, Brooke Bowman, Addison Armean, DJ Jaime, Benjamin Cadavid, Beck Hardy, Samuel Cadavid, Myka Lema; Row 2: Steven Huff, Sandy Darrow, Lauren Aadland, Whit Aadland, Deniell Hornyak, Faye Cieslinski, Diane Robertson, Peter Aadland; Row 3:

Julia Huff, Nancy Clancy, Corina Krause, Jordan McKinley.

The shepherd Jody hesitates outside the stable. "I can't go in there. It's too crowded."

From left: Steven Huff, Sandy Darrow, Brooke Bowman, Jacob Bowman, Addison Armean, Selah McKinley, Jordan McKinley,

Deniell Hornyak, Lauren Aadland, Whit Aadland.

"Hey shepherds, get up! Your Messiah has been born!" Corina Krause as the Angel Gabby.

Jody tries to understand the meaning of the star. "What do you think it could mean, Bellwether?"

Whit Aadland, Lauren Aadland.

Angels scare the shepherds with their enthusiastic "glorias." Little angels: Addison Armean, JoJo Hardy, Brooke Bowman,

Selah McKinley; Row two: Sandy Darrow, Nancy Clancy, Diane Robertson, Corina Krause, Julia Huff.

NON-PROFIT ORG.

U.S. POSTAGE PAID

OCEANSIDE, CA PERMIT NO. 26

Address Service Requested

Mark Grebetz, Jr., US Army John Grebetz, USMC Chaplain Lori Kleppe, US Navy Jeffery Kleppe, US Navy Joydyn Spiller, US Army Andrew Rohret, US Navy Logan Wakefield, USMC Kyle Hayhurst, USMC Jansen Hayhurst, USMC Greg Szabados, US Army

Please keep all of our military and their families in your prayers thoughts.

Military Ministry

Fall/Winter Worship Schedule

Adult Forum Bible Study 9:30 am - Lounge

Sunday Kids’ Time 9:15 am - TGP South Room

Winter Worship Services at 8:00 am - Traditional Service

10:30 am - Contemporary Service

Fellowship Gathering Time 9:15 am - TGP Patio Room

KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN CHURCH

2993 MacDonald Street Oceanside, CA 92054

Phone:760-757-2525 E-mail: [email protected] www.kingofkingslc.org

The King’s Herald is published monthly by King of Kings Lutheran Church of Oceanside

PARISH STAFF

Bridge Pastor: Joel Martyn

Council President: Peter Aadland

Council Vice-President: Joan Bockman

Council Secretary: Tom Powers

Treasurer: Don Miller

Music Director:

Organist: Dr. Chris Craft

Office Administrator: Janice Osborne

Financial Secretary: Nancy Whitlock

Part-Time Custodian: Brandy Stark

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