messiah lutheran church information guide sunday, august ...summer. it will resume on september...

12
1 Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August 25, 2019 Messiah Lutheran Church *1801 W. Plano Pkwy. * Plano, TX * 972-398-7500 Rev. Dr. Victor J. Kollmann, Senior Pastor GROUP LEADER(S) TOPIC LOCATION Adults Pastor Kollmann Genesis Gymnasium The Upper Room Pastor Otte The Gospel of John: Witnessing to a Post Christian Culture E215S Focus Steve Sokolyk Ecclesiastes E237N Ask Anything Toby and Rachel Meeks Changes weekly E214S Growing Marriages in Christ (GMC) Paul Krizan Women in the Bible E110S Conf. Rm. Mosaics Melinda Kellerman and Alexis Maldonado God’s Influence on Daily Life E220S Meet Messiah Joan Konkel & Cathy Dalton Campus Tours Guest Desk Bible Class Opportunities GENESIS-A verse by verse study on this book of beginnings. THE UPPER ROOMis a lively, discussion based class. Thoughts, ideas and wisdom are shared each week. We are very pleased to share The Upper Room Bible Study via Podcast. Subscribe today at: messiahlutheranpodcast.com/subscribe FOCUSis a small group that goes through the Bible one book, one chapter, one verse at a time. Our mission is to lead a comprehensive understanding of the Word of God. ASK ANYTHING-this class centers around a box where you can submit your questions about anything! Each week we use the Bible to find biblically based answers to all of our questions. GMCThrough their courage, vision, hospitality, and spiritual gifts, women played a key role in God’s plan revealed in the Old and New Testaments. Join us as we take an in- depth look at women in the Bible to learn how extraordinary they were and the extraordinary way God used them to carry out His plan. MOSAICS-Messiah Mosaics is a class geared at anyone in their 30s or 40s, married or single. This is a discussion based class that examines how God's Word influences our daily walk with Christ. MEET MESSIAH-If you would like to know about Messiah, meet at the Guest Information Desk at 9:30am. A few of our members will take you on a tour of our campus and answer questions you may have about our church. Maps to the Education Building can be found at the Guest Information Desk in the Lobby.

Upload: others

Post on 11-Sep-2020

0 views

Category:

Documents


0 download

TRANSCRIPT

Page 1: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

1

Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August 25, 2019

Messiah Lutheran Church *1801 W. Plano Pkwy. * Plano, TX * 972-398-7500 Rev. Dr. Victor J. Kollmann, Senior Pastor

GROUP LEADER(S) TOPIC LOCATION

Adults Pastor Kollmann Genesis Gymnasium

The Upper Room Pastor Otte The Gospel of John: Witnessing to a Post

Christian Culture

E215S

Focus Steve Sokolyk Ecclesiastes E237N

Ask Anything Toby and Rachel Meeks Changes weekly E214S

Growing Marriages in Christ (GMC)

Paul Krizan Women in the Bible E110S Conf. Rm.

Mosaics Melinda Kellerman and Alexis Maldonado

God’s Influence on Daily Life E220S

Meet Messiah Joan Konkel & Cathy Dalton Campus Tours Guest Desk

Bible Class Opportunities

GENESIS-A verse by verse study on this book of beginnings. THE UPPER ROOM—is a lively, discussion based class. Thoughts, ideas and wisdom are shared each week. We are very pleased to share The Upper Room Bible Study via Podcast. Subscribe today at: messiahlutheranpodcast.com/subscribe FOCUS—is a small group that goes through the Bible one book, one chapter, one verse at a time. Our mission is to lead a comprehensive understanding of the Word of God. ASK ANYTHING-this class centers around a box where you can submit your questions about anything! Each week we use the Bible to find biblically based answers to all of our questions.

GMC–Through their courage, vision, hospitality, and spiritual gifts, women played a key role in God’s plan revealed in the Old and New Testaments. Join us as we take an in-depth look at women in the Bible to learn how extraordinary they were and the extraordinary way God used them to carry out His plan. MOSAICS-Messiah Mosaics is a class geared at anyone in their 30s or 40s, married or single. This is a discussion based class that examines how God's Word influences our daily walk with Christ. MEET MESSIAH-If you would like to know about Messiah, meet at the Guest Information Desk at 9:30am. A few of our members will take you on a tour of our campus and answer questions you may have about our church.

Maps to the Education Building can be found at the Guest Information Desk in the Lobby.

Page 2: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

2

Sunday School Opportunities

Youth Sunday School Openings: Grades 5-12 in Youth Room (E213S)

Messiah Lambs Early Childhood Center Amy Myers, Director

[email protected]/ 972-398-7560.

Messiah Lambs offers a nurturing, Christ filled learning environment for children who are 6 weeks old through 4 year old preschool. Registration is currently open for the new year. Please contact the Lambs office at 972-398-7560 to schedule a tour of our program and see what we have to offer.

Class/Grade Room Teachers 2 years Not meeting during the Summer.

3 years E131N Hallie Vogler and Barbara McCoy

4 years/Kindergarten E133N Autumn Knoernschild and Jakob Yandel

First/Second Grade E137N Dawn Johnson and Michelle Nelson

Third/Fourth Grade E135N Chris Price and Dave Woods

Fifth Grade E246N Matt Lee and Rose Babbitt Sixth Grade E244N Autumn Glass and Adrienne McGregor

Seventh Grade E242N Rev. Donald Welmer, Steven and Christina Knoernschild

Eighth Grade E214S Michael Neumann and Suzanne Wilson

Ninth-Twelfth Grade Youth Rm. Jodi Sorenson, Barb Coen, and Elizabeth Ledford

SUNDAY NURSERY-An attended nursery for infants until walking steadily is in the Education Building, E123N. Care for steady walkers through age 3 is in room E125N. Caregivers available from 8:00am – 12:15pm. We also have a cry room located at the back of the Sanctuary.

Are you the parent of a little one that is less than two years old? If so, we want to celebrate you! Please join us for a “Parents of Littles” celebration TODAY during the Sunday School hour (Room E245N). While you sip on coffee and enjoy a yummy breakfast, we will provide an encouraging message tailored just for you! We would love to have a heads up that you are coming, but we will be delighted to host you with or without an RSVP. This is super low pressure, you are parents of Littles and we know how exhausting that can be! Please RSVP via text to Jessica Gremmer (972) 896-7553.

Page 3: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

3

PASTOR KOLLMANN’S TUESDAY MORNING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets on Tuesdays from 9:30AM-11:00AM in the Conference Room. This class is going through the Lifelight study on the book of Isaiah.

PASTOR WELMER’S WEDNESDAY MEN'S LUNCH AND BIBLE STUDY-You are invited to join this weekly study on Wednesdays for an in depth look at Paul's letter to the Ephesians. Through our study we will discover how our faith is wrapped up in the mystery and revelation of

Jesus Christ. WOMEN’S THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY GROUP~9:30-11am. “Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted.” What do we do when God interrupts our lives? Many times, like Jonah, we run! In this Bible study, Priscilla Shirer redefines interruption and shows that interruption is actually God's invitation to do something beyond our wildest dreams. When Jonah was willing to allow God to interrupt his life, the result was revival in an entire city. Karrie Looney is facilitating this series. The cost for the class is $20. To reserve your study, e-mail [email protected]. We meet in Room E247N on the 2nd floor, down the back hallway. Free baby-sitting is offered with advanced notice to Amy Plenger, [email protected].

JOYFUL! (Join Other Young Families Uplifting the Lord) New Bible Study group for families with young children. We meet the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month from 3:30-5:30pm in Messiah’s Conference Room. Join us for a potluck meal and fellowship. Please feed your kiddo(s) prior to arrival. Childcare is provided! For more information, please contact leaders: Josh and Courtney Hamit, 214-507-9624, [email protected].

Mid-Week Bible Study Opportunities This class will take a break during the

summer. It will resume on September 24th.

Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins Monday, September 23rd from 7:00-8:30 pm, in the Reception Room. If you are interested in attending, please contact the Church Office, 972-398-7500. Notify us of any baby-sitting needs as well.

This class will take a break during August It will resume on September 4th.

Pick up a copy of the Red Letter Challenge book

in The Lamp Gift Shop! Suggested donation is $10.

On Sunday, September 15th, we will begin a 40-Day Life-Changing

Discipleship journey, called the “Red Letter Challenge”

By putting the words of Jesus into practice, you will find the life

you were made for!

Sign up to be a part of a RLC Small Group at the Guest Info Desk.

Page 4: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

4

General Announcements & Fellowship Opportunities

ALL ADULTS INVITED to hear Big in Vegas Band LIVE, $5 Cover

Friday, August 30th, 7:30pm

W.W. Fairfields

2001 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas 75023

RSVP to Chuck & Ellen Thorne, [email protected]

MLC NOT READY FOR PRIME TIME PLAYERS FELLOWSHIP Addison Oktoberfest, Thursday, September 19th, 6-11pm; Come when you can; leave when you must.

This annual event is an authentic re-creation of the Munich Oktoberfest! Thursdays are free! Located at Addison Circle Park For an FAQ, visit addisonoktoberfest.com Dan & Kathy Koeneman have been attending this event in past years and will lead the way as we attend Addison Oktoberfest. Watch for the evite or e-mail [email protected] to RSVP. SAVE THE DATE: On Saturday, October 26th, Barbara Janowski has arranged for us to go to the Dallas Culinary Arts School to cook and enjoy a 4-course meal. Cost will be around $25 a person.

DOWNTON ABBEY MOVIE EVENT Saturday, September 21st

Alamo Drafthouse in Richardson 6:30 PM Meet & Mingle in the Lobby. 7:15 PM Movie.

Cost is $11.50. E-mail [email protected] to sign up.

Seats are reserved. You’re welcome to dress for this 1920s themed event!

Doors will open 30 minutes before the showing!

CLASSIC DINNER & MOVIE MATINEE

IT’S FREE! Saturday, September 7th, 2nd Floor Multi-Purpose Room

Potluck, 12:30pm, Movie, 1:30pm

“Conflict” (1945), 7:15pm

A thriller starring Humphrey Bogart, Alexis Smith, and

Sydney Greenstreet To sign up, look for evite or e-mail

[email protected]

Make sure to join our closed FB groups of interest to keep up with what’s happening: Messiah Kingdom Women, MLC Line Dancers Club & MLC Not Ready for Prime Time Players.

Modern Market Eatery at City Line in Richardson (1419 East Renner Road) will host a fundraising dinner for Messiah Lambs on Wednesday, September 11th, from 5-8pm. 50% of your meal’s cost will be donated to the Lambs when you mention Messiah Lambs upon ordering. This event is open to everyone. We hope you will join us for a delicious dinner benefitting a great cause!

Page 5: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

5

BE A PART OF MESSIAH’S WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S TEAM! Join this cause in any way you are able: walk with us, pray for all who are affected by Alzheimer’s and Dementia, or make a donation. Messiah Marches for Memory Team will participate on Saturday, September 28th, at Nebraska Furniture Mart in The Colony. The walk starts at 9am with activities beforehand.

To join the team go to www.alz.org or ask Ellen for help with this. Click on “Find Your Walk” Click “Find a Team” We are listed under “Messiah Marches for Memory” Click “Join” and follow the instructions. Questions? Contact me at 972-398-7508 or [email protected] If you want to donate towards the team, go to the same website. Click on “Donate.” Enter a walker’s name, or the team name, to make your donation. Thank you.

Page 6: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

6

TUESDAYS WEDNESDAYS

Cherubs 6:00-6:50 p.m.

Choir Room-E201S

Starts September 4th

Choristers 6:00-6:50 p.m.

E214S

Starts September 4th

Joyful Ringers

6:00-7:00pm

Balcony

Starts September 3rd

Youth4Truth

6:00-6:50 p.m. E215S

Starts September 4th

Sanctuary Choir

7:00-8:30pm

Choir room-E201S

Starts August 27th

Praise Team

7:30-9:00pm

Balcony

Year-round

Sanctuary Orchestra

7:30-9:00 p.m. Choir room-E201S

Starts October 2nd

M

U

S

I

C

O

P

P

O

R

T

U

N

I

T

I

E

S

Time to sign up for the 2019 Men's Retreat!

When: Friday, October 4th Social Hour at 5PM Dinner 6PM Bon fire and star gazing after evening lesson Saturday October 5th, Breakfast 8 AM, wrap up at 4PM Where: Springhill Retreat Center 3991 Renner Road http://www.phpc.org/springhill/

Sign up at Church office or watch for sign up table on Sundays between services and after the late service beginning September 1st. Cost: $45 total includes meals, facility and book. Checks are to payable to Messiah Lutheran Church. Books are available at church. Reference Book – 1,2,3 John and Jude by Max Lucado 4 rooms have been reserved for overnight guests. Each room sleeps 2 persons. We can reserve more rooms if necessary so please indicate if you need a room when you sign up. This will be a great opportunity to study and reflect on the words of John, who walked with Jesus, and it will include rewarding fellowship. If you have any questions, please contact John Sweitzer at [email protected], 469-288-6884.

Page 7: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

7

“Having Fun Serving the Lord in the Prime of Life”

DATE/TIME EVENT / LOCATION/DETAILS SPONSOR

SEPTEMBER 17th

9:30 AM

Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, 2200 N. Pearl St. Guided tour at 10 AM - lunch following at El Fenix, 1601 McKinney Ave., Meet in the parking lot on the north side of the Federal Reserve Building at 9:30 AM

Chuck Hays

OCTOBER 24

7:00 AM-5:00 PM

1-Day Bus Trip to North Texas Hill Country

Wounded Warrior Gift Bags

starting 09/30 through 10/21

Paul & Nancy Kaufman

Cudly & Rystrom

NOVEMBER 7th

6:00 PM

NOVEMBER 10TH

Annual PrimeTimers Planning Meeting

Messiah Lutheran Church

Assist LWML with Veterans Luncheon

Hiser

Cudly & Rystrom

DECEMBER (TBD) Christmas Event DayTrippers Team

The PrimeTimers will be visiting the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. Our tour is scheduled at 10:00 AM. We will meet in the visitor parking lot on the north side of the Federal Reserve Building off Thomas Avenue at 9:30 AM. The Federal Reserve Bank is located at 2200 N. Pearl St., Dallas. Following the tour we will lunch at El Fenix, 1601 McKinney Ave., Dallas. Contact Chuck Hays at 214-535-

7572 if you have any questions.

ONE DAY TRIP Saint Jo, Muenster,

and Nocona OCTOBER 24

Highlights are:

A visit to Saint Jo to tour the Stonewall Saloon Museum-Largest Ordnance Museum in US, shopping around the square, Arche Winery and Lunch (beautiful scenery), Nocona-Huge Auto Museum in Nocona,and tour of Nocona, Supper at Rohmer’s German Restaurant in Muenster. If time permits, a trip to the German Market in Muenster!

Cost is $75 per person and sign-up sheets are at the Prime Timer’s Table Questions please contact Nancy Kaufman at 972-974-3257 or nlkaufman326hotmail.com or Judy Samuelson at 972-690-0989

Page 8: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

8

Messiah Serves: Our Social Ministries and Outreach Dawn Johnson – 972-948-8966 – [email protected]

COMMUNITY DAY OF SERVICE Our Community Day of Service is the weekend of September 7th! We have a great and fun opportunity to serve! You or your family can choose any time slot that will fit your schedule. We will be supporting the efforts of Feed My Starving Children located at 1680 N. Glenville Dr., Suite 300, Richardson, TX 75081. Founded in 1987, Feed My

Starving Children (FMSC) is a Christian non-profit that provides nutritionally complete meals specifically formulated for malnourished children. OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER AND HAND-PACK MEALS Kids and adults of all ages hand-pack nutritious MannaPack™ meals specifically designed to assist in reversing and preventing undernutrition. Schedule as of 8/20/2019… Thursday September 5, 2019 116 Spot(s) Available 9:30 AM - 11:30AM 119 Spot(s) Available 12:00 PM - 2:00PM 119 Spot(s) Available 2:30 PM – 4:30PM 65 Spot(s) Available 6:00 PM – 7:30PM 120 Spot(s) Available 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Friday September 6, 2019 86 Spot(s) Available 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM 117 Spot(s) Available 12:00 PM - 2:00PM 120 Spot(s) Available 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM 38 Spot(s) Available 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 115 Spot(s) Available 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Saturday September 7, 2019 4 Spot(s) Available 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM 12 Spot(s) Available 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM WHEN VOLUNTEERING PLEASE SIGN UP AT https://www.fmsc.org/volunteer-listing/?lid=11233&date=08%2F20%2F2019-11%2F18%2F2019&locationName=Richardson,%20TX. There are other days and hours available to sign up if the above days and times do not work. Details and important information regarding volunteering can be found at https://www.fmsc.org/get-involved/volunteer-info/volunteering-policies

ONGOING COLLECTION PROJECTS-Please note that all collection projects are located in the designated collection area next to the Family Room in the chapel building. Questions about any of our collection projects you can contact me at [email protected] or 972-948-8966. Details regarding our ongoing collections can be found at http://www.messiahlutheran.com/ministries/adult/social-ministries-outreach/

The mission of our Outreach Ministries is to be Jesus’ hands to our church, city, national, and international community. We do this through weekly opportunities for hands-on service such as those listed below and also through contributions to community charities such as Network of Community

Ministries and the Assistance Center of Collin Country, wonderful organizations who are equipped to deal with the long-term needs of struggling individuals.

Page 9: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

9

Children & Youth News Amy Plenger-972-398-7524 or [email protected]

Elizabeth Ledford-972-398-7509 or [email protected]

WITH COMBINED CLASSES for the 3s/4s and 1st/2nd grades, we are ready for Rally Day! Of course our prayer is that we have so many children that we need to expand and add more to the staff! Please consider where you might want to serve within Children’s Ministry. RALLY DAY SUNDAY is next Sunday. Children will gather in the Multi-Purpose room at 9:45am for a big rally to the new Sunday School year. There will be praise songs, prayer, games and crafts before a rally day parade through the building. Invite a friend! EVERGREEN FOOD PANTRY mission project continues this fall sponsored by the Sunday School. Kickoff the new school year by bringing in items on Rally Day to stock the pantry! • Small cracker snacks, with cheese or PB • Canned beans of any kind • Small cans of salmon, chicken, or spam • Boost or Ensure drinks • Single serve packets of Truvia or Splenda

• Small boxes of low sugar cereal -Cheerios, Wheat Chex, Raisin Bran

• Fruit cups in juice or light syrup • Small jars or bottles

¨ pasta sauce, tomato or alfredo ¨ Peanut, almond, or other nut butter ¨ Fruit juice, single or small servings

GRANDPARENTS DAY is September 8th. What better way to share your faith than to come to Sunday School with your grandchildren and read to them! Even if your grandchildren are not at Messiah, the Sunday School children would love to “adopt” you for the day and honor you. Looking for about 8 grandparents willing to read the Bible Story that morning, so that every class will have a special guest. FOOTPRINTS OF FAITH for new Kindergarten students will be September 15th. Emails have been sent. Please RSVP for the family breakfast through the Register option of the Church Life App, or this link: http://bit.ly/FootprintsFaithWalk

Stay tuned for a new youth ministry calendar! We have met with students and are in the process of getting it all figured out! Middle School Retreat at Briarwood - Your 5th through 8th grade students are invited to a Middle School retreat on

September 20-22 at Briarwood Retreat Center in Argyle, the same location that we use for Confirmation Camp! The cost for registration, food, and the weekend retreat program experience is only $45 per student! In order to sign up for this retreat, your student can either do that in Sunday School or you can contact Matt Lee. The deadline to pay and sign up is Sunday, September 8. JAM – 5th-8th graders are invited to JAM, our weekly junior high Bible study! Come hang out in the couch room from 6:30 to 7:30 on Tuesday evening! Mark your calendars for September 4th.

as JAM will be moving to Wednesday nights from 6:45 to 7:45 PM in room E247N, which is the same room that 8th graders have been using for Sunday School. MESH – High School students are invited to hang out at the Starbucks on 15th and Custer from 7 to 8:30 on Wednesday! See you there! Sunday School Rally Day – On September 1, we will celebrate the start of our Fall Sunday School classes. This is an exciting time because Junior High students will be able to have their own classes (divided by grade), teachers, and helpers. We hope that you can be there as we start our Sunday School time where we can read God’s Word and experience fellowship together! Looking Ahead – We know many of you might already be thinking ahead to next summer. Our Confirmation Camp will be June 1-4 this year, which means Confirmation Sunday will be June 7.

Page 10: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

10

Karl Cates, ex-husband, peace in his illness.

Pray for the beginning of the school year for parents and students. (Kathy and Richard Edwards)

Pray for friend, Thomas. May he have complete recovery from car accident and pain relief. (Mary and Glenn Cudly)

Thanksgiving that Cris has been blessed this week.

Pray for friend, Michael Rutledge. May the Lord bring him peace from his illness and may he come back to the Jesus. (Michael Barber)

Pray for Zack Woolston (grandson) to have a safe and wonderful sophomore year in college. (Kathy Woolston)

Pray for Jennifer (cousin) awaiting match for adoption. (Cheryl Meyer, Bob Sands)

Pray for Cherly Mensching (Aunt-in-law) for peace and healing after the passing of Barb Mensching. (John Fults)

Pray for Charles Howard (Brother-in-law) who has heart problems and other health problems in hospital. (Mel Huse)

Pray for Nick (son of friend) in rehab and doing well after brain surgery. Prayers for continued healing and strength. (Mary Jane Tobaben)

Pray for a wonderful school year for our children and grandchildren. (Norma Hernandez)

Pray for Bob to be peaceful in his last days. (Kay Ross)

Pray for Jay Friestad and John Rigg. Lift Jay and John up in prayer. Asking for healing, peace, and comfort that can only be found in faith in Christ. Be with them as they walk daily facing their health issues. God’ blessings on them both! (Jerry and Jane Baedke)

Pray for the Lothrop Family. Healing of their marriage. God’s hand to guide them. Forgiveness for themselves and each other. May God comfort their children during this time. (Sean and Jessica Gremmer)

Pray for Kim Cassady. Thanksgiving that she wasn’t hurt in an accident on her way to church. (Sandra Ward and Kristian Cassady)

Pray for safety and good decisions as Granddaughter, Shelby Hollcroft, ventures into college. (Tom and Gail Hollcroft)

Pray that on Tues. the oncologist will give us information regarding immune therapy for John. Please may the insurance cover it. Also, a prayer for Aunt Mabel who is on hospice-keep her pain free. (Dorothy Rigg)

Pray for sister, Merida Young, for strength in dealing with husband’s illness and peace in her heart in making decisions best for them. (Burr and Lana Fridge)

Pray for mother, Merida Young, moving from home of 34 years to senior apartment to be closer to the rest of family for help with taking care of stepfather, Walt Young. (Rick and Kim Callaway)

Pray for Fred (Tom’s brother) to have comfort, peace and healing. (Tom Zagaruyka)

God’s protection and comfort for Chuck and Ellen Thorne as they travel home from their uncle’s inurnment and memorial in Albuquerque.

Pray for One Another This Week

Page 11: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

11

RECOVERY: For Healing-Dennis Hooper, Bruce Danielson, Jim Nilmeier, Joyce Laux, John Devine, Kent Moore, Chris Andersen, Alan Schroeter, John Rigg, Jay Friestad, Burr Fridge, and Jimmy Walther. Margie Walther-shoulder, Barbara Copeland, Mary Wenschau, and Sandra Ward-back. Larry Plunkett-foot, Priscella Reid-leg, Peggy Schutza, Bob Sands-

knee,

SHUT-INS: Michael & Barbara Albert, Carol Avellanet, Jan Bender, Marian Collins, Lyle Dornbusch, Peggy Embler, Sue Fackler, John Fey, Rosella Frank, Kathleen Haarberg, Freda Hafeman, Mary Hook, Stu & Kris Johnson, Dorothy Koeneman, Karen Krejci, Jerry Krontz, Betty Ladishew, Tom & Jean McCutcheon, Ann Murphy, Jean Osburn, Tony Raines, Rich Tobaben, and Alma Zadow.

SAVE THE DATE Pure Desire Conference October 4-5, 2019 Northway Bible Church, Dallas, Texas

A solidly Biblical conference designed to raise awareness of the harmful impact of sexual addiction, as well as to inspire the fight for healthy, God-pleasing sexuality. Covered Topics are: Culture of Grace; Renewing the Mind; Establishing Sobriety; Group & Family Dynamics; Men’s and Women’s Breakouts; Healing Woundedness Designed for men and women; intended for addicts, spouses, pastors, church leaders, and students ages 14 and above. General admission is $99 ($129 after 9/19/19). Student admission is $49 ($69 after 9/19/19). Further information and registration is at Pure Desire’s website: www.puredesire.org/events or email at [email protected]. Phone (503) 489-0230. Messiah contacts include Pastor Otte or Fred Duchow ([email protected]) or Michelle Duchow ([email protected]).

Page 12: Messiah Lutheran Church Information Guide Sunday, August ...summer. It will resume on September 24th. It will resume on September 4th. Pastor Kollmann’s Adult Information Class begins

12

Together in the Lord This Week TODAY WEDNESDAY

Worship Service 8:30 AM Worship Service 7:00 PM

Bible Class/Sunday School 9:45 AM Praise Team 7:30 PM

Worship Service 11:00 AM

Kingdom Girls 12:30 PM THURSDAY

Visitation Team-Baedke 1:00 PM D Women’s Bible Class 9:30 AM

Grace Community Church 4:00 PM Open Gym 7:00 PM

S

MONDAY NEXT SUNDAY

Boy Scouts 7:00 PM Worship Service 8:30 AM

Bible Class/Sunday School 9:45 AM

TUESDAY Worship Service 11:00 AM

JAM (Youth) 6:30 PM Visitation Team-Dalton 1”00 PM

Sanctuary Choir 7:00 PM JOYFUL Bible Study 3:30 PM

Grace Community Church 4:00 PM

BELIZE MISSION TRIP

5 of our members will be traveling to Belize on October 19-26, 2019. They will work with other Lutheran churches to serve the people in Belize by providing food, construction, and dental care. Your donations to aid in this mission endeavor are greatly appreciated. Checks should be made out to Messiah Lutheran

with Belize mission trip in the comment section.

DINING OUT Outback Steakhouse

1509 N Central Expressway, Plano, TX Thursday, September 19th, @7PM

Arrive earlier to mingle. Hosted by Dorothy & John Rigg (972 943 0025). Sign up sheets will be at Information Desk and at

Pastor Kollmann's Bible Class.

Happy One Year Anniversary Triton Comfort Dog!

August 26, 2018

A reception will be planned to celebrate his one year anniversary sometime in September.