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Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost August 25, 2019

TAIZE Service Saturday, August 24

We will use the format of worship known as TAIZE for Saturday’s evening service at 6:00 pm.

This format includes a darkened setting of the worship space with more candles, the singing of short ostinato refrains of Biblical and liturgical phrases, periods of quiet for reflection, the celebration of communion, readings, and sermon.

Prayers of the Church: (*RLC Members)

Ongoing Prayers *Diane Cuper *Eve Sommers *David Brooks *Anne Altieri *Charlotte Raines Stephanie Samuels *Eric Hammergren *Wes Wyatt *John Whatley Ava Conklin *Joanne Schmitt *Helen Puza Frank Grace Helen Wolf *Anita Moore *Wilma Brown Elizabeth Smith Mike Zimmerman, Son of Mark and Sally, US Navy deployed, Spain

Ongoing Cancer Treatments *Susanne Mundorf Jeff Marshall Don Craig Carol & Frank Rachel Bill Rob *Mike Allen Anne Price Rene Beth Linda Gilson

Those Prayed For on August 18th For the Sick: Al Sandy Danny George Moczygemba Gaylon Liggon Randi Libby Martha Alicia Wiggs Tammy Whitman Larry Paula Rorey Jackson Anstey Ricky Carter Cheri Zain Brenda Charlie Fowler Tom Jacobs Jackie Jean Rosalind Ron Faison Jr. Jean Zeblo Dave Dar Bill Don Schautteet Justus Nikalao Dennis Donna Estelle Bob Bryan Tom Carr Keith June Jan Ron Van Haitsma Dave Rankine Barbara John Gloria Uncle Paul Aunt Joan Wilma Julia Fuad Rosemary Pastor Ralph Gavin Dasha Debbie Linda Joanne Janette Sharon Elijah Kendall Grace Duane Granny Arleen David Chris Hoppy Herbie Julie Josh Evelyn Mike Lynne Paula Surgery for Jerry

In Celebration of: Grayson Riley God’s Blessing of Good Health Our Many Blessings Reuniting of Mother and Daughter Daughter Birthday Sophia’s Continued Good Health Pastor Girma Alemu Retiring from Mekane Yesus and Returning to Ethiopia

For Those That Mourn: Tara, Los Mercer, Friend Tara, Desmond Jenkins, Friend

Other Requests: Persecuted Christians Oromo People Those in Prison Uganda Church, Pastors, Leaders Our Missionaries Employment Issues Safe Travels Good School Year Jimmy and Courtney Continued Healing Call Process - New Pastor Friend in Need of His Grace New School Year for RLP, RLS Garret Struggling with Meds Successful Surgery for Daughter Better Housing and Affordable

Missionaries: Mark and Megan Mantey, Uganda Shauen and Krista Trump, Kenya JP and Aimee Cima, Cambodia

There are two paths through life: the broad way, which seems easy; and the narrow way, which at times appears so difficult. But the latter path is the one in which God disciplines us, keeping us close to Him and entering Heaven through Jesus, the Narrow Door. Our Lord took the tortuous path to the cross so that we might enter the Eternal Banquet as His brothers and sisters. We pray that God will use Word and Sacrament to keep us on the narrow way to be with Him forever.

Prayer Vigil

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

6:15 to 6:45 pm in the Sanctuary

A time set aside to prepare our hearts and to ask for the Holy Spirit's guidance and covering

Senior Pastor Call Service

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

7:00 pm in the Sanctuary

Sanctuary doors will be closed during the Prayer Vigil. Please sign in for Call Service when entering for Prayer Vigil.

Childcare available. Must be present to vote.

ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

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Flowers placed on the altar by David and Leah Robison

in celebration of their 20th anniversary.

Notice of Senior Pastor Call Service Announcement

The Council met on Tuesday, July 30th, to discuss the next steps in our Call Process. Pastor Merker, our Circuit Visitor, came at our request to provide additional “Spiritual Guidance”.

At the start of the meeting, a recent communication from Pastor Morris was shared where he recommended that we move forward with the 2 Senior Pastor candidates due to the uncertainty of the length of his recovery.

The Senior Pastor Call Service will be held on Wednesday, August 28 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.

Sanctuary doors will be closed during the Prayer Vigil from 6:15-6:45 pm. Please sign in for Call Service when entering for Prayer Vigil.

Childcare available. Must be present to vote.

Pastor Merker provided an outline of the proposed Call Service. It is a formal worship service. The intention of the Call Service is for us to Take in the Holy Spirit and come together and allow the Holy Spirit to Work during our worship time. At the start of the service, the Council will review the voting procedure and answer questions only about the voting procedure. The votes will take place during the service.

After much discussion, our voting ballot will include Pastor Adle, Pastor Blanke, and an “Other” check box. The “Other” box is designed for members who do not wish to call either of the Senior Pastor candidates.

To call a new Senior Pastor requires, according to our Constitution, a super majority vote (2/3rds) of the members present. Per our legal documents, member must be present to vote (no proxy voting). The vote total is based on all the voting members that have signed in. The results of each ballot will be counted by Council members, and then announced. All ballots will be retained.

The procedure that will be used in the voting is as follows:

1. After the first vote, if a candidate or “Other” obtains a 2/3 vote, that person has been elected.

- If no candidate receives a 2/3 majority, an additional vote will take place.

- If a candidate or “Other” obtains less than 15% of the vote, this person or “Other” is removed from the next ballot.

2. We will take up to 3 ballots to obtain a 2/3rds vote for a new Senior Pastor. If, however, on the third vote one of the candidates or “Other” receives less than 15% of the vote, then a fourth ballot will be taken.

3. If the last vote does not produce a 2/3rd super majority, we have an impasse and no-vote is the outcome. No call can be issued. We would have to restart the Call Process. The Call Committee has advised that it would most likely be 6 weeks or more for them to fully vet another Senior Pastor candidate and have him available for a congregational visit. At this point, the Council will review next steps in the Call Process with the Call Committee.

At the conclusion of our meeting, the Council affirmed the Call Committee. We believe that the Call Committee is formed through the working of the Holy Spirit and that the Holy Spirit has brought insight into their work. Their continued due diligence is greatly appreciated.

If you have any questions, please contact Bob Shimmel, Council President, via his email at [email protected].

Continue to keep our Church in your prayers and trust that He is in charge and has already chosen the one to lead RLC forward.

If you are planning to attend the fall class on Luther's Small Catechism, feel free to bring your own copy. We will order some of the spiral bound editions if you want to purchase one of those. Please let [email protected] know if you want to purchase a copy.

I keep my eyes always on the LORD. With Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. – Psalm 16:8 Gracious Heavenly Father, in Your never-failing goodness and mercy, You have sustained us in our transition with blessings abundant. Thank You for every member of our church family and for the fellowship we share as believers in Jesus, our Savior. Thank You for those faithfully serving on our council and call committee and their dedication to seeking You in this decision-making process. Bless them, Lord God, in their obedience to answer the call to lead. And now, Father God, as we come together this week to decide on our next senior pastor, please clear our minds of all distractions, doubts, fears and

entanglements and establish in us a peaceful spirit as we listen for Your still small Voice. Impart in us a quiet confidence believing Your loving Presence is indeed among us, guiding and directing our decision. Breathe fresh upon us, Holy Spirit. May it be so in Jesus’ Precious Name, Amen.

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“Our Light” – Congregational Highlights Each month we seek to capture many of the highlights in our church, especially noting how we serve each other and our community. For the last month, some, but certainly not all, include the following:

1. WE WANTED TO TAKE THE OPPORTUNITY TO THANK EVERYONE WHO DIRECTLY OR BEHIND THE SCENES HAS

CONTRIBUTED TO HELP RLC MOVE FORWARD DURING OUR TRANSITION.

2. Our Call Committee has diligently worked to discern God’s Will in selecting potential Senior Pastor candidates. Thank you for your dedication.

3. Thanks to Jeff and Cheryl Fike for their efforts to support our Fall Music Ministry program Kick Off.

4. We will start our Confirmation program next month and are thankful for our Fall Teachers – Leah and David Robison, Sonja Striplin, and MaryAnn Unger.

5. Hope everyone got to hear/see the Senior High Youth congregational presentation following their trip to the National Youth Gathering.

6. Thanks to Bob Hirt and Tom Kolb for representing us at the recent LCMS National Convention. Bob also served as our Circuit 13 representative.

7. The Southeastern District recently held a session called “ROC – Reaching Others for Christ”. Ron and Carol Bostick, Jamee Thieme, and Vicar Alan Shaw attended.

8. We will complete our summer Adult Education this month. Thanks to all the volunteer teachers. Also, thanks for all our members who have stepped up to support our Fall Adult Education program.

9. The new Junior Kindergarten program enrollment continues to build. This program is another way for RLC to help share the “Good News”.

10. We completed the adoption of our new budget into our system. Thanks to Janet Bowling for all the great work “behind the scenes”.

11. John Wood has agreed to lead the upcoming Appalachia Service Project (ASP) program.

12. Thanks to those who have agreed to serve on our new RLS/RLP Marketing support team. Additionally, thanks to those who will be organizing our Fall Stewardship program.

To share a “Light” experience, please send your note to [email protected].


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Traveling this Summer and away from Resurrection? Access Lutheran Sermons, Bible Studies, Programs and music through these sources during your traveling times!

KFUO Radio comes to you from St. Louis, MO. Christ for you. Anytime. Anywhere. Hear Sacred Music & Prayer, Worship Services, Bible Studies, Lutheran Confessions and Practical talk. Visit: https://kfuo.org/

Lutheran Public Radio streams sacred music for the world. Hear instrumental and choral groups sing the music for the current season. Visit: http://lutheranpublicradio.org/

Lutheran Hour Ministries has been bringing the changeless Christ to a changing world for nearly 100 years. Check them out for Daily Devotions, Rev. Dr. Michael Ziegler's Sermon, or take a class! Visit: https://www.lhm.org/

All can be accessed through your Smartphone, iPhone, iPad or computer! Once you try them, you'll be hooked!

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Meet for a Play Date!

Saturday, August 24 at 10:30 am North Carolina Museum of Art

Family Friendly Tour: Heroes and Monsters

Stay in touch on Facebook at Moms Together - RLC!

Starting Friday, September 6, we will enjoy a Bible study twice a month with Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood by Melissa B. Kruger. Join us in the Fellowship Hall from 9:30-11:30 am on the following dates:

September 6 and 20 October 4 and 18

November 1 and 15 December 6 and 20

Join other moms for food, fun and fellowship!

Getting ready for college? Do you have your laptop, new clothes, dorm supplies? Do you have Jesus? All across the Southeastern District there are LCMS U chapters ready to help. LCMS U is an initiative to connect and support Lutheran students as you head off to college and face countless challenges to your Biblical worldview, doctrine, ethics and practices.

Each campus ministry is ready to welcome you into our community and provide a church family for you when away from home!

Find a campus ministry near you here: https://lcms.org/lcmsu

Come walk with us! The Emmaus Way walkers will meet for walking indoors at Cary Towne Center on Thursday, September 5 and Wednesday, September 18. Meet us in the food court at 9:30 am for a few laps around the mall followed by beverages and fellowship.

For more information, please contact Lyle/Sue Malotky ([email protected]) or Jamee Thieme ([email protected]).

LUTHERAN COALITION

2019 Build

September 7-November 9, 2019 Lutheran Coalition

Lutheran churches came together in 2006 to fund and build a Habitat Wake home in Raleigh. In partnership with Thrivent, Lutheran Coalition then built homes in 2007 (Raleigh), 2008 (Knightdale), 2009 (Cary), and 2015-2016 with the Building Independence project in Raleigh. The 2018 Build started an annual building effort. Lutheran Coalition Special Events

Wall Build and Wall-Raising: Saturday, September 7 at 8:15 AM at construction facility, 2615 Westinghouse Boulevard, and ending at construction site at 4:00 PM

Wall-Raising Ceremony: Saturday, September 7 at 11:00 AM at construction site

Church Staff Work Morning: Thursday, November 7 from 8:15 AM-11:30 AM

Dedication Ceremony: TBD

September 7 - Day 1 Wall Build and Raising: Starts at the Habitat Warehouse Resurrection Lutheran Work Days: (Sign Up at Habitat Volunteer Website Listed Below)

September 21 - Need 7-8 RLC Volunteers

October 19 - Need 7-8 RLC Volunteers

November 2 - Need 7-8 RLC Volunteers

Dedicated Volunteer Registration Link: http://vhub.at/lutheranbuild

For more information, contact Tim Hiteshew

at 919-454-6505 or [email protected].


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The Mediterranean Diet Made Simple and Tasty Have you heard about the Mediterranean Diet and wondered what it’s all about, or knew a little bit about it but worried that it might be too complicated or time-consuming? Join us to learn about the health and flavor benefits of this delicious and nutritious lifestyle. Meal preparation will be kept simple, with recipes focused on tasty, easily-prepared fresh produce, whole grains, and other healthy options. The foods will not necessarily be vegetarian, but will be “vegetable-forward,” while still hearty and familiar enough to appeal to the whole family. You’ll get good ideas for main course preparations as well as for side dishes, salads, breads, other baked goods, and even desserts! You’ll leave with booklet of weeknight-friendly recipes to inspire you to try something new.

The class will consist of one 2 1/2-hour session and will be offered on both Thursday, September 26 from 6:00-8:30 pm, and on Saturday, September 28 from 10:00 am-12:30 pm in the Family Life Center kitchen, so you can choose the class time that best suits your schedule. The class will be both demonstration and participation and includes snacks and recipes, so bring an apron and come ready to sample! The cost of the class is $25; the proceeds will be used to enhance the equipment in the kitchen, and a portion will also be donated to Meals on Wheels of Wake County as part of Resurrection’s community outreach ministry.

To sign up for the class, email Kim Otten at [email protected]. Your place will be guaranteed once we receive your registration and class fee; please make checks payable for $25 to Resurrection Lutheran Church with “cooking class” in the memo. If you have any questions, feel free to call me at 919-303-5044. Hope to see you there!

Chef Kim will prepare heavy hors d'oeuvres.

For planning purposes, we need RSVPs as soon as possible. Please RSVP if you know or think you will be attending the event.

Contributions for a gift is greatly appreciated. Please make payable to Mike Hahne and place in his church mailbox by the end of September.

Several Unger family members will be traveling to the celebration from out of state and flight miles donations are appreciated.

Contact MaryAnn directly for contributions at [email protected].

RSVPs and questions may be directed to Kristi Grabow.

Pictures of Bob in ministry are needed and should be given to Kristi Grabow for scanning or sent to Kristi at [email protected].

Children and Family Ministry


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Acolytes For rising 5th graders and older students that need acolyte training, which will take place in early September, please watch for the information and plan to attend. Dates for training will be sent through RCB email, as well as listed in the newsletter and announcements.

Being an acolyte allows our youth to be actively involved in serving at RLC. You are able to sign up online for dates and service times that work for your family.

For current acolytes, please continue to serve by signing up for services at www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0b48afa62c7-summer.

Children's Church for ages 3-6, is held weekly during the 10:45 worship service.

Children are dismissed before the sermon for 20 minutes to gather together for a short lesson or story about the theme of the day. They will work on a craft and/or sing a song that matches the story. This time will help grow their faith.

If you would like to help with Children's Church, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

Nursery Care Over the summer, we will have nursery coverage during the 9:30 am service only. We want all to know that children are welcome in all of our worship services! God loves the little children, and so do we! If there is ever a time that you feel your child needs a "break", feel free to use the nursery/preschool room during Sanctuary services and Room 151 in the Family Life Center during the praise and worship service.

There are rainbow bags available in both locations filled with books and other small items for the children to use during service. There are also books and often weekly hand-outs for the kids on the tables outside of the Sanctuary and Family Life Center. Please, help yourself!

Wednesday Night Workshop (WNW) We will begin on Wednesday, September 4 at 6:30 pm in the Family Life Center for an overview of the year, introduction of teachers and small group leaders. We will also be handing out this year’s Confirmation Handbook.

All students in grades 5-8 and their parents are invited. Fifth grade students will not be regularly meeting on Wednesdays, but it will be helpful to attend. The 10 Commandments materials will be given to parents, as well as information on this class.

Questions? Please email [email protected].

Kidz Live In past years, there has been the opportunity for kids to play and be supervised during Wednesday night classes. In order for this to happen, we need volunteers willing to plan some games/activities and to supervise the kids from 6:30-7:45 pm. With enough volunteers, you would only need to be there one or two Wednesdays each month. We are looking for high school students and adults.

Please reply to [email protected], if interested, have questions, or want to sign up!

We have the need for older teens and adults to be Sunday School teachers. We will provide training prior to the beginning of classes and supply all materials required. The more teachers we get, the

more opportunity we have to team teach, and to provide flexibility for teachers to share responsibilities and not have to be present every Sunday. Our Sunday School classes range from toddlers through 8th grade.

If you are interested in teaching or have questions, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

RLC Christmas Program This year, we are planning on having the children's program at the 3:00 pm Christmas Eve Service. Rehearsals will take place during Sunday School hour on December 5 and 12, as well as a couple of Saturdays for approximately an hour.

In order to plan, it would be extremely helpful to have an idea of how many kids will participate and what their ages are. Material will need to be chosen based on abilities.

Please reply to [email protected] with your child's name and age/grade if you would like to participate.

Student Ministry Ignite (6th-8th grades)

Welcome to IGNITE! Ignite is the RLC Youth Ministry for Middle Schoolers. We get together monthly for fun, faith, and fellowship as well as other events including service projects, mission trips, and lock-ins. The calendar for events is available on the bulletin board in the church hallway. I will also send out weekly updates and reminders via email.

Here are the first events Ignite has coming up....

Sunday, September 8 - Youth Ministry Kick Off (6th-12th grades) after 10:45 church to 3:00 pm for games and more. Bring $5 if you would like pizza lunch. Please let me know if you are joining us so we have enough pizza and supplies.

Sunday, September 22 - All Church Festival after 10:45 church to 3:00 pm. Fun for the whole family! This is also an opportunity to help out and get service hours. Signup Genius will be sent out soon.

Looking forward to an amazing year! JoyFully, Ms. LeAnn RLC Middle School Youth Director [email protected] Breakaway (9th-12th grades)

I love this time of the year! Such anticipation! School is starting with new classes and schedules with lots of promise of what’s to come. School supplies are purchased, maybe a new outfit or two, a new pair of sneakers, schedules are printed and compared, but the most exciting part is that Breakaway is starting up again!

Breakaway has something for EVERYONE… 9th through 12th grades that is! The schedule is available near our Bulletin Board (church building). All are welcome! Come serve, worship, sing, pray, play, and build friendships that last a lifetime!

September 8: Youth Kick Off for 6th–12th Grades from 12:00-3:00 pm We will have a pizza lunch (with drinks, chips, cookies) – Bring $5

Connection Café from 9:15-10:15 am (Sunday School Hour)

September 15: 1st Breakaway from 6:45-8:30 pm

1st Service Project – Veterans’ Home/BINGO

September 22: FALL FESTIVAL! 12:00-3:00 pm (lots of fun!)

Get Connected: Instagram: rlcbreakaway (request permission) Group Me: Breakaway (contact Ms. Jenny to be added)

Website: www.rlcary.org/ministries/student-ministry/

I am excited to spend this year growing and celebrating our faith in a very REAL and PRESENT GOD! Joyfully His, Ms. Jenny [email protected]

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Sunday 8:00am Worship 9:15am Adult Christian Ed 9:30am Worship/Holy Communion 10:30am Without Boundaries 10:45am Contemporary Worship 3:00pm Mekane Yesus Fellowship 6:30pm Christian Book Club 6:30pm Christian Ed Seminar Monday 3:00pm Resurrection Music School 6:30pm Christian Ed Seminar 6:30pm Old North State Brass Tuesday 11:30am Women’s Quilting/Craft Group 3:00pm Resurrection Music School 7:00pm Celebration Singers Wednesday 12:30pm Church Staff Meeting 3:00pm Resurrection Music School 6:15pm Prayer Vigil 7:00pm Senior Pastor Call Service Thursday 11:00am Meals on Wheels 3:00pm Resurrection Music School 7:00pm Reign! Rehearsal Friday 5:30pm Food and Fellowship for the Blind Saturday 7:00am Men’s VDC Reunion Group 6:00pm Worship/Holy Communion Sunday 8:00am Worship/Holy Communion 9:30am Worship 10:30am Without Boundaries 10:45am Contemporary Worship/Holy Communion 3:00pm Mekane Yesus Fellowship

Calendar for the Week of August 25-September 1

Attendance - August 17/18

Saturday 6:00 - 81 Sunday 8:00 - 75 Sunday 9:30 - 77 Sunday 10:45 - 175

Total = 408

Adult Bible Study - 27

General Fund Giving and Spending - July 2019

Current Month Year to Date

General Receipts $90,128.44 $90,128.44

Total Disbursements $92,733.46 $92,733.46

Receipts Less Disbursements -$2,605.02 -$2,605.02

Weekly Announcements Deadline: Thursday Submit to [email protected].


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In need of a recliner chair for approximately 2 months. Bob's mom is having knee replacement in September. We will return as soon as possible.

Thanks! Bob and MaryAnn Unger

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