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September 2013 | Volume 13, Issue 8 CONCORDIA Lutheran Church’s Monthly Mini st r y Shar ing & Update
Fall is Here! from Pastor Tim
Fall is here and we are ready to welcome thousands of people through our doors. Here is a snapshot of what is coming this fall:
New and exciting ways to “reach people” you live, work, and play with
New youth ministries for junior and senior high students
Our “3 C’s”: Classes, Care Groups & Communities help you to grow in God’s Word and make a difference in our community
Worship Center updates (sound system, etc.)
Red bags for your guests are available in the Visitor’s Center
Healthy food & snack options between services
A new website and online database system to help you stay connected to your Concordia family
You can stay connected with your weekly Concordia Connections. I encourage you to be a part of the exciting things God is doing here at Concordia and beyond as we make disciples who share grace with each other, the community, and the world!
Changed Lives Impact Parents I love a good research project, and when the time came to choose a preschool for our eldest daughter, Lilah, I dove right into the search. I talked to friends, visited schools, and read reviews online. We’re lucky in this community to have so many wonderful schools to choose from but I admit I found the number of choices a bit daunting. Each one I visited had most of the qualities I was looking for, but all seemed to be missing “something.” One day at my mom’s group I was discussing my dilemma with some friends when someone asked, “have you considered Concordia?” Well no, I hadn’t even heard of it! And after one visit I knew we had found the right school for us. The teachers and volunteers are dedicated to the academic and creative development of our children. They are equally
devoted to their spiritual growth. That is what made Concordia the perfect school for our family.
Lilah attended CLP for two years. In that time we watched her mature from a sweet, impulsive toddler to a thoughtful, caring, intelligent “big” girl. Under the loving care and guidance of Mrs. Krantz and Mrs. Barrington, she developed a love for learning.
See HAMILITON, page 4
Love God: Everyday in Everyway Experience Community: Belong & Become Reach People: Engaging Neighbors & Nations
Concordia Connections
Lilah (6), Vivian (4), and Dorothy (1 ½)
Page 2
Middle School & High School Ministry
Young people’s faith becomes more durable with the presence of formative religious experiences early in their lives, even in the absence of religious parents or congregational ties. Most teenagers who commit to God do so before age 14. (Christian Smith, Souls in Transition) Quality, safe, fun, and deep experiences for Middle School students (6th-8th grade) begin on Sept. 8 at 9:30 a.m. and they will meet weekly. High school students begin their fall season on Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. at Zeppos in Pullman. They will meet the 1st Wednesdays of each month at 7 p.m. High school leaders are Eric Bouma & Levi O’Loughlin. Middle School leaders are Jerry Hein and Eric & Trish Bechtl. All students are encouraged to invite and bring their friends.
Today’s young people are the least likely to be connected with
any church. (Barna, 2013)
Greatest (62%) (born before 1928) Silent (44%) (1928-1945) Boomer (32%) (1946-1964) Gen X (14%) (1965-1980) Millenial (3%) (1981 or later)
Financial Update (through 8/18)
YTD Expenses: $168.930 YTD Actual: $164,238 Over/(Under): ($4,692)
Elevator Loan Remaining Debt $70,346* *LCEF loan & amount borrowed from savings
Expenses have been higher due to:
2 pastors’ salary & benefits in July
New web site design (launching fall 2013)
Print materials for fall ministries
Sunday School Curriculum for the year
Combined, these expenses are approximately $15,000
Questions? Contact Kasey Schertenleib [email protected] | 509.334.2573
Properties Update Church Exterior painted Sewer system replaced Stove and dishwasher replaced Repair concrete entry steps (contracted fall 2013) Paint exterior hand rails (fall 2013) Parsonage Oak floors refurbished & carpet cleaned Paint exterior & garage (volunteers, spring 2014) Paint deck (volunteers, fall 2013/spring 2014) Paint interior* (contracted, fall 2013) Replace wall paper in kitchen* (volunteers) Replace kitchen cabinets & linoleum* (contracted fall 2013) Refurbish main bathroom* (contracted) * indicates unapproved expenses, available upon funding Contact George Mount at 509.338.0545 for more details.
Guatemala Mission Trip March 14-22, 2014
Deadline: October 31
Contact: [email protected]
Questions? Concerns? Contact Becky at [email protected] | 509.332.2830.
Check out our blog clppullman.blogspot.com
September 2013 |
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL nurturing vibrant, active and growing children –
spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, socially and physically
September Opportunities PRAY for the preschoolers
and their families
Donate craft items, paper and envelopes
Work behind the scenes cutting, laminating and
helping with prep
Plan on volunteering in the classroom starting October
Mark Oct. 30 Pumpkin Party on your calendar and plan to
run a booth!
SCHOLARSHIP NEED… This year, we have $500 per month in scholarship need. There are several ways to fill this need. Donate to our scholarship fund or chat with Becky about monthly sponsorship of a child.
Get Involved!
Lutheran Student Fellowship
Having lived in Pullman for decades, I have driven Stadium Way literally thousands of times. I’ve dodged students with cell phones glued to their ears and enjoyed hot, summer days with no students. I have marveled at falling leaves, falling snow and everything in between. It is a completely familiar route, but variety abounds with each trip. A new academic year in campus ministry is very similar. The course is relatively established, but each new year brings
amazing gifts to share! New students attend LSF and worship for the first time. New leaders emerge. New energy is infused into the Tuesday night lineup. God has a lovely way of instilling freshness into the familiar, and for that I am grateful! I pray that He is doing the same for you in whatever area of life most needs a boost.
Blessings, Ann
Oh sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth! Psalm 96:1
Things to Note: Tuesday nights, 6:00 - singing, prayer, discussion and home cooked meals Retreat upcoming in October Guatemala Mission Trip preparation
Questions? Contact Ann at [email protected] | 509.332.2830.
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Pullman, Washington 99163 509.332.2830 |concordiapullman.org
Our Mission Giving glory to God by making disciples who
share grace with each other, the community,
and the world.
Meet the
Family
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Coming
This Fall
HAMILTON (cont. from p. 1) Not only that, her understanding of Jesus and His love for her has flourished. This year we are sending her to kindergarten with the confidence that she can accomplish anything. As a parent, that is a great feeling. Our second daughter, Vivian started preschool last year and Dorothy (1 ½) eagerly awaits her turn! We are proud to be a part of the Concordia family. Our children receive a wonderful learning experience and are truly loved and nurtured by their teachers. My husband and I are grateful to Becky, Sue, and all the good people of Concordia who serve our children. We thank God that our children have such a wonderful place to grow and learn.
Lynda and Dan Hamilton live in Pullman and have experienced the life change Concordia Lutheran Preschool can bring to kids and families.
