CORNERSTONE Volume 32, No. 4 April 2015 COMMUNICATOR · 2019. 5. 14. · Elders: Josh, Leo, Lee, Mike, Richard, Roger, and Paul 27 Pastor Search Team April Dakota Cloward Rickie Crandall

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I Thought I Was Going to Die!

by Pastor Roger

It started over a year ago. Whenever I would try to walk in the heat of the day, I would get a sharp pain in my shoulders, upper arms and up into my jaw. I told my doctor about it. She ordered a cardiac stress test. But it never happened. Slipped through the cracks of the VA Hospital administration, perhaps. A year later I told her again. “It’s worse now”, I told her, “Most of the time after I eat I get this awful pain in my shoulders, upper arms and up into my jaw”. She ordered a cardiac stress test. This time it worked! But the test revealed “some abnormalities in the heart under stress”.

“You need to undergo heart catheterization,” they said. “We’ll get a camera up in there, get some pictures of the inside of your heart — then we’ll know for sure what’s going on!”

And that’s what they did.

They found that three of the arteries serving the heart were “significantly blocked”.

Maybe it was the drugs they gave me; maybe I was only half listening. During the procedure the doctor spoke in a soft voice. I assumed he was talking to the doctor he was training. I thought I heard something like, “Heart disease. Three of the arteries to the heart are affected”. Then, quick as a wink, the procedure was over and the doctor left to talk to my wife and daughter. I saw him talking to them

in the waiting room as they wheeled me back to my room. They looked concerned.

Later, my wife said to me, “They couldn’t put stents in. You have to see a cardiac surgeon.”

I was scared. Heart surgery!

Then the nurse said, “But you may not be a candidate for surgery. Your blood doesn’t clot the way it should. And if they can’t do something about that, there’s no way you could have heart surgery”.

I said, “So, what happens then?”

She said, “Well, that’s all there is. There isn’t anything else that can be done.”

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Sundays (11:00 am) ~ Worship Service; Jr. Church for age 3 through High SchoolSundays (5:00 pm) ~ Templo Worship ServiceMondays (6:30 pm) ~ Women’s Bible StudyWednesdays (6:45 pm) ~ Kids Club and RESPECTThursdays (7:00 pm) ~ Templo Service

1st ~ NO Kids Club or Youth Group 2nd ~ Maundy Thursday service at Good Shepherd (7 pm)3rd ~ Good Friday Service at Good Shepherd (7 pm)4th ~ Elder’s Meeting (8 am)

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5th ~ EASTER SUNDAY Easter Breakfast (9:30 am) Worship Service (11 am)7th ~ Prayer Meeting (7 pm)11th ~ Food & Clothing Distribution (10 am)11th ~ Mexico Workday (10 am)12th ~ Prayer Small Group Meeting (1 pm)17th ~ Templo Prayer Vigil (8 pm) 18th ~ Church Cleanup (10 am)18th ~ SPI Team Meeting (1 pm) 26th ~ Birthday celebrations 26th ~ Mexico Team Meeting (1 pm)24th ~ Deacon’s Meeting (7 pm)

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And that’s when I became pretty sure that I was going to die.

On the way home I asked my wife, “So, what did the doctor say to you?”

She said, “He said not to let you do anything”.

I thought to myself, “My gosh! –it’s worse than I thought! The heart doctor is afraid that if I do anything – anything the least bit strenuous — I’m going to have a heart attack! I’m going to die!”

And then I began to wonder what death would be like! I had a million questions.

What would it be like to be dead?

Would I go to be with Jesus right away? Or, were the people who teach “soul sleep” right? Would my soul just lie in peaceful slumber until Jesus comes again?

Would I see my mother? Would I be part of a family in heaven? Is there some kind of orientation class? Would I be like a baby born into this world? — helpless and totally dependent on others to take care of me? What if I got into a not-so-good family? What if I never saw my sweet wife again? Not that she’s not going to heaven, but what if in heaven we’re just assigned to different groups or families that live in different places

and do different things, and she gets assigned to a different group?

Fear of the unknown can be a cruel tyrant.

In time, this verse came into my head: “To be absent from the body is to be with Christ!” “Yes!”, I said to myself, “In my panic I had clean forgotten that verse!”

Then these verses came to mind: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.”

And slowly, I began to calm down. In time I realized that things couldn’t be as bad as I thought they were or they would never have let me leave the hospital!

I only tell you all of this in an attempt to say to you that it’s easy to “believe” when death seems faraway. Because at that time, we’re not really concerned with all of the “nuts and bolts” – all of the tiny details concerning how this is going to happen or what that will be like. But when it comes a bit closer (even if it’s only in your over-active imagination!), it is natural for

people – even for devout Christians – to wonder what it will really be like when . . .

And now, for what it’s worth, I will tell you what I learned thus far through all of this. Faith.

Faith in God – faith in Jesus-- means that I don’t have to know how everything is going to work out. Jesus knows.

And He says that it’s all good! And, I trust Him!

Now, I know that a good number of you are way ahead of me when it comes to figuring this stuff out. But I thought it might be good for those who haven’t yet had to struggle with “end of life issues” to be reminded that it’s all about faith — trusting Jesus to take care of us! We may not know what lies ahead for us, but Jesus does! And He says, “It’s all good!”

And we trust Him!


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LOVING CHILDREN

Gift Highlights for Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Ministry—Becky SpeuldaI am overflowing with pride, joy and excitement in our efforts to collect items to put in our shoebox gifts. As I write this article, we’re so close to meeting the goals set for March. Our remaining needs for last month’s items include: 1 large bag of non-melting candy, 3 picture books (for children ages 2-4), 5 standard pillowcases, and 3 king size pillowcases (secondhand pillowcases in good condition are acceptable!). If you can help us cross these items off our list it would be much appreciated. We’re starting a new month and a new list of goals. Please watch for sales on these items and purchase what you can, when you can. If you tell me about great deals I’ll pass the word along in hopes that we meet our April goals. Items we’re highlighting this month are: hygiene items and small toys. A few examples include:Hygiene items Toothbrushes (42) Toothpaste (42)Washcloths (26) Bars of soap (42)Hair combs (42 Nail manicure sets (32)Deoderant (16) Chapsticks

Please remember that Samaritan’s Purse requests no liquid or flammable items (like nail polish) and no toys resembling war items or weaponry. Your love donations may be placed in the collection crate located in the church foyer. Any financial gifts may be designated as “OCC” and placed in the offering plate on any Sunday; spare change and dollars may be dropped in the tin located on the fellowship table. Questions about this mission may be directed to Becky Speulda.

P.S. Coming in May (May 23rd) we will have our pillowcase transformation party. We’ll work together one afternoon to convert the pillowcase donations into tote bags for our shoeboxes. Mark your calendars and join us. There is something for everyone to do!

ToysJacks, Slinky, Puzzles, Yo-yos, Jump ropes, Cars, Stickers, Card games, Hacky Sacks, Inflatables, Balls with pumps, Matching games, Connect 4 (mini-sets), Flashlights with batteries, Inflatables, Musical instruments (small size or can be broken down), Mini paint sets (Zurcher’s, $3.50/6-pack)

Kids Club Needs SnacksOur Kids Club ministry is in need of snacks for our weekly meetings.

We need about four weeks’ worth of individually wrapped snacks for 50 kids. Snack ideas include: chips, cookies, rice crisipies, fruit snacks or fruit roll ups, and cups of ice cream or ice cream sandwiches. Due to severe allergies, please nothing containing peanuts.

Please see Becky Speulda if you have questions about the needs in our ministry.


Sharing in StewardshipIt’s that time of year – time to show our building and property some TLC! Please join us on Saturday, April 18th at 10:00 a.m. to work together to care for the blessings God has entrusted to us. There is plenty to be done and work for every skill level. Wear your grubbies, bring your best pair of gloves and your favorite cleaning supplies and lend a hand.

LIFE TOGETHERHoly Week Events

This year we will celebrate Holy Week with Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (located at 8575 South 700 East). They offer a Maundy Thursday and Good Friday service, both services begin at 7:00 p.m. On Resurrection Sunday we’ll begin our celebration with a breakfast at 9:30 a.m. We have invited our neighbors to join us so please be sure to bring something for the breakfast. We’re requesting breakfast items such as breakfast/egg casseroles, danishes, muffins, potato/hashbrown dishes, fruit salads, and drinks. Please bring what you are able and be sure to invite your friends and family to join us for breakfast! Questions? Contact Rickie Crandall.

Prayer at CornerstonePrayer is the heart of our growing relationship with God, guidance in our actions as a church, and loving each other.

• Monthly Prayer Meeting: Join us to pray together Tuesday, April 7, at 7 pm, at the church. If you have questions about the prayer meetings, please talk with any Elder (Josh, Leo, Lee, Mike, Richard, Roger, or Paul).

• Prayer Small Group: This group is praying about and discussing God’s guidance for our prayer ministries. The group meets April 12 at 1 pm after the church service, in the sanctuary.

If you’re interested and can attend these two meetings, please join us!


CLASSIFIEDS...

Sandy Arana is taking orders for Avon if anyone is interested.

She will provide books as needed or requested.

Call 801-330-5212 or e-mail [email protected]

Donations for Worship CDsWe encourage you to donate $1 per CD copy of the

Worship service. Please designate gifts as “Worship.” Contact Marty Lopez with questions. Thank you!

“Blessed Home”

Do You Need Home Cleaning Services? Elda can help!

Call Elda Davila at 818-612-8129 for Free Estimates.

(Elda uses eco-friendly products.)

Hosting a get-together or looking to surprise someone with a yummy treat? Rickie Crandall is looking to raise money for their “Adoption Account” by selling her amazing cupcakes. Purchase cupcakes from her for your next event and your guests will be delighted with your treats — and the money you spend will go to a great cause. Contact Rickie at 801-891-4170 to order your cupcakes today!

Questions? Talk to Carol Austin (801-272-7166).

Please bring donations on a Sunday or call the church office (801-568-0954) to be sure someone will be available to let you in.

Can You Help the Food Pantry?(If you can, PLACE DONATIONS IN THE BLUE TUBS at the front entrance.)

For April, no later than Tues, April 7th.For May, no later than Tues, May 5th.

The following items are needed: . Good-condition, clean clothing . Clean & polished shoes (with laces if appropriate) . Clean bedding

Suggested donations include: pants, socks, shirts, skirts, blouses, sweatshirts, sweaters, coats, jackets,

shoes, work boots, & bedding. We especially need children’s and babies’ clothing.

Donations are due by April 7th for the April distribution, and

by May 5th for the May distribution.

Please be sure your donations are washed and in good condition before placing them in the bins in the

northwest corner of the gym. We thank you for your gifts — and your giving heart.

NEEDED: SPRING CLOTHING DONATIONS

Items needed include those listed below:Bath soap barsCanned fruitCanned tunaCanned veggiesDish soapMac & cheesePinto beansRamen noodles

ShampooSpaghetti pastaToilet paperToothbrushesToothpasteTomato paste & sauceWhite rice

Want to advertise in the classifieds? Just send an e-mail to Sherri at [email protected].

Financial contributions are always appreciated!Just mark your donation as “Food Pantry” and put it in the offering.

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CORNERSTONE Volume 32, No. 4 April 2015 COMMUNICATOR · 2019. 5. 14. · Elders: Josh, Leo, Lee, Mike, Richard, Roger, and Paul 27 Pastor Search Team April Dakota Cloward Rickie Crandall