FAITH at WORK “In and among

all of our

summer

activity, please

take time to

thank God for

sending Jesus

that we might

know the face

of God among

us.”

-Pastor Dawn

In This Issue

Church

Announcements and

Events

Community

Announcements and

Events

Missionary update

Calendars

Faith Lutheran Church

930 Queen Ave SW, Albany OR 97321

email: faithalbany@proaxis.com

website: www.faithalbany.org

Greetings, Sisters and Brothers in Christ Jesus,

Amazing things happening around FLC in the past couple of weeks.

Day Camp was a wonderful success with 27-28 1st-6th graders attending. We had to have three

great young adults from Camp Lutherwood lead us because we had so many children. One of the

leaders was our very own Brandie!! And then there were the bunch of our own budding young

adults who volunteered to help with all the wonderful children. I swear and declare: I think they

had more fun than the Campers.

And then there was the truly wonderful “Kitchen Crew,” who made the lunches and snacks for

probably 35 people every day, kept the water nice and cold, as well as the volunteers who were at

the front table for check in and check out of Campers. Everyone who participated was kind and

gracious (who is surprised at that?), and, (don’t tell then I told you this, but) I think they had just

about as much fun as the kids did!

And, I’ve heard a rumor that Lutherwood staff begs to get to come to FLC because of the food

and lodging provided by John and Paula D..

Please thank Dixie for all of her hard work putting together a team of volunteers to make this

Camp the best ever (to date, that is. Wait until next year!). Some of you may have learned that if

you see Alice W coming toward you, you might just as well say, “Yes, I’d be glad to volunteer.”

She’s pretty good at that.

Don’t be surprised if you are “forced” to learn the hippopotamus song we all learned at Day

Camp. You’ll love it, too!

As for me . . . well, I’m still riding high about Day Camp. It’s an amazing ministry of FLC, and it will

have an impact on more people than we can imagine. We plant the seeds, God provides the

increase.

If I have missed any mention of others, please forgive me. Everyone involved, from toilet-paper

roll and rock collectors, to all the mentions above, to those who prayed, dropped kids off, picked

up kids, had a positive attitude, etc., was needed and blessed the Day Camp in many ways.

(Continued on page 2)

Faith Lutheran Church August 2015

Pastor Dawn Gregg 541-928-7660

or

541-928-1049

Thank you.

Also, I’ve noticed there have been some gremlins around pulling weeds, clipping blackberries,

cleaning out flower beds, and generally helping TOMs keep up with keeping the church grounds

looking nice, even in this hot weather. Bless your weed-picking hearts!

What else? Perhaps you have other things that we could add to our list of thank yous. Just say

thank you to someone.

Oh, and, August 29th is my annual Backyard BBQ and Bash. This year, if I can afford it, you will

receive a little piece of rib steak as I/we celebrate my new dental implants and ability (FINALLY)

to chew real food.

So, bring a chair and something to share and come on over anytime after 4 pm or so. All are

invited. Bring the children. The Cool Pool is just across the street, as well as a basketball court,

and there’s always my backyard. (There will be soft drinks, water, and beer and wine. Feel free

to bring what you like.

Okay, that’s all I can think of and Carolyn is champing at the bit to get Faith at Work out.

In and among all of our summer activity, please take time to thank God for sending Jesus that

we might know the face of God among us. I thank God in every remembrance of you, because I

have you in my heart.

Peace and joy,

Pr Dawn

(Continued from page 1)

Have you taken a

good look at our sign

recently? Not only

are there enough

letters to write

messages (thank you

Council), but the

weeds growing

under the sign

have been

removed.

Lovely flowers

now grace the

bottom of the

sign. Well done

Pastor Dawn and

Nancy. Thank you for

spiffing up the

appearance of our

church.

-Dixie D.

The Joys of Living Assistance Dogs is deeply grateful for your generous donation of $259.89.

This donation will help us to continue to reach out to and support individuals living with physical

disabilities, Parkinson’s Disease and PTSD.

The money you provided will be used to continue our efforts to provide a skilled, devoted companion to

support and assist a person living with disabilities—creating a cohesive team focused on building a life

of greater freedom and independence.

It is because of the kindness and support of caring individuals such as you we are able to do the work

we do. We couldn’t do it without you. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Joy St. Peter, Director, The Joys of Living Assistance Dogs

Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:

Please accept our sincere thank you for your generous gift.

As you know, Mercy House International, Inc. relies on donations from kind and caring members of

the community such as Faith Lutheran Church. We appreciate your interest in and support of MHI!

Blessings to each of you!

In His Service,

Sharon Enger, Chief Operations Officer

~~~~~

Mailboxes—The church mailboxes have been redone—if you have been overlooked, let the office know you need one (see back page for contact info). If you haven’t checked your mailbox in a while, try to get in the habit! Found—one cell phone—contact the office (see back page for contact info)

September newsletter deadline August 15

Skip the collection plate: Click on “ Donate” at http://faithalbany.org/ to tithe online. Set up one-time or recurring donations, using your checking, savings, debit, or credit card account. Ask Treasurer Alice W. for more information or call 541-928-7660.

Church Announcements and Events Camping With the Youth

August 28th may seem far, but it is so close. That weekend the youth will be entangled within

God’s creation by going camping! The camping site will be at Yukwah Campground near Sweet

Home. We will need volunteers as chaperones, meal preparers, and any camping supplies. So,

please sign up on the bulletin board! We also encourage congregation members to show up and

spend that Saturday with us as a daytime activity. If there are any questions, concerns, or ideas

please contact Isabella K. at flcyouth@proaxis.com.

A Few Notes from the Youth!

We are looking for volunteers to make the Sunday night meals that take place during youth group. If interested, please

sign up on the bulletin board. If there are questions, please talk to Isabella K. or leave an e-mail at flcyouth@proaxis.com.

It’s time to begin our Annual School Supply Drive—Education is important for any

community, especially where poverty or disaster has limited the options for young people

to reach their potential. School Kits contain essential supplies to help children---and in

some cases, adults—continue learning despite the hardships they face. And that

learning leads to a better life for them, their families and their communities.

INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN EACH SCHOOL KIT:

Four 70-sheet notebooks of wide- or college-ruled

paper approximately 8 x 10 ½”; no loose-leaf paper

One 30-centimeter ruler, or a ruler with centimeters on

one side and inches on the other

One pencil sharpener

One blunt scissors (safety scissors with embedded

steel blades work well)

One 2 ½ inch eraser

Five unsharpened #2 pencils with erasers; secure

together with a rubber band

Five ballpoint pens (no gel ink); secure together with a

rubber band

One box of 16 or 24 crayons

One sturdy drawstring backpack-style cloth bag

approximately 14” x 17” with shoulder straps (no

standard backpacks); recommended fabrics include

heavy cotton, canvas, denim, and twill

Join us as we bid Farewell and Godspeed

to Eric, Marcia, Emma, and Kate on

August 16

The school supply sales have begun and we have 75 backpack style bags ready to be filled with the supplies listed. If we get more than

enough for the 75 bags, the extra will be used locally. The first 75 go for Lutheran World Relief.

PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER THOSE NEEDING STRENGTH, GUIDANCE AND HEALING:

REMEMBER OUR HOMEBOUND:

Bob B., Bernice & Gene H., Evelyn M.,

Evelyn M.

OUR SYMPATHY & PRAYERS TO THOSE

WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF LOVED ONES

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH 2015

STAFF

Pastor The Rev. Dawn Gregg

Office Manager Carolyn D.

Organist/Pianist Cheryl B.

Custodian Teresa M.

CHURCH COUNCIL

President Claus S.

Vice President John D.

Secretary Cindy H.

Treasurer Alice W.

Financial Secretary Rose Mary A.

Education Dixie D.

Evangelism & Mission Beth H.

Fellowship & Social Concerns Peggy P.

Property Management Charles B.

Stewardship & Resources Mary S. G.

Worship & Music Bob B.

Youth Committee Jennifer H.

Youth Facilitator Isabella K.

Mission Endowment Fund Jon A.

Preschool Board

Special Collection for August and September—We will be doing a special collection for FISH of

peanut butter and canned tuna. Other foods are always welcome, but we would like to

concentrate on these items for the next two months. Thanks, Fellowship and Social Concerns

First Friday August 7—Join family and friends for the movie “Secret World of Arrietty” at 4 pm, and chicken soup and fruit supper at 6 pm

Bazaar Work Party and Planning Event August 8 from 9 am to noon—The project is to fill quart jars with recipe ingredients. Easy and fun! Concert and mini-concert by acclaimed guitarist Jim Greeninger:

Special music and mini concert after church August 9th—Jim Greeninger will treat us to a sample of his music

Jim Greeninger Concert to benefit FISH—September 20th at 3 pm.

Tickets are $10 and will be available soon. For more information or tickets, contact the office (541-928-7660 or faithalbany@proaxis.com), John Berg, John Daniels, Kim Sass, or Jeff Fleischer.

Jim Greeninger played Carnegie and studied under Andres Segovia, and he designs and builds his own guitars.

Marian A

Dani B

Frank B

Eleanor B

Jackye B

Weldon B

Arnold C

Karen C

Gary C

Izzy C

Rita E

Amanda F

Joannie G

Julia H

Beth H

Courtney H

Bonnie K

Marc M

Judy and Colin M

Kay M

Cher M

Vanessa M

Heidi M

Pamm N

Pat N

Scott P

Jim P

Kathy R

Nona S

Randy S

Pr. Randy S

Helen S

Rosi S

Alice V

Linda Gail V

Nicholas W

Norah W

Carl W

Cheryl W

Brandon

Jamie

Susie & family

Camp Lutherwood

Family Camp—August 14-16 Oktoberfest 2015—October 3—Second annual Oktoberfest Celebration and Fundraiser, for more information email caitlin@lutherwoodoregon.org For more information, call 541-998-6444 or visit http://lutherwoodoregon.org/ Camp Lutherwood schedule: lutherwoodoregon.org/2015-schedule Register: lutherwoodoregon.org/registration

Community Announcements and News

Confronting Racism - ELCA Webcast—August 6 at 6:00 pm (PDT) with Presiding Bishop Eaton

The Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton, presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), invites

the 3.8 million member church to participate in a live webcast Thursday, Aug. 6 at 8 p.m. (CDT) [6:00 pm

PDT]

In an effort to continue understanding the complexity and implications of racism, the Rev. Elizabeth A. Eaton,

and William B. Horne II, a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Clearwater, Fla., and a member of the

ELCA Church Council, will have an on-camera conversation about the church's efforts in defining and

confronting racism, advancing racial justice and more.

Information about the webcast is available at www.ELCA.org/webcast, where a link to the live webcast will be

embedded.

A live stream also will be available at www.Facebook.com/Lutherans.

Grace and Peace,

The Oregon Synod Women of the ELCA needs your help. We are looking for women from the Vineyard

Cluster to serve on the Board. We are looking for women who are familiar with the Women of the ELCA, who

have demonstrated their faith through involvement in the congregation and community. We are looking for

women who want to make a difference.

Please contact me at oregonwelca@yahoo.com.

Please prayerfully consider sharing your giftedness with the women of the Oregon Synod by submitted a

nomination form to serve on the Board or as an Officer of the Board (President, Vice-President, or Secretary).

- Cathie M. Carlisle, SWO secretary, Grapevine editor, and contact person. Blessings!

http://www.orwelca.org/

Another Oregon Synod Holy Land Trip is happening in May of 2016. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please contact Pr. Nick Doversberger at 503-266-4061 or at ndoversb@gmail. com. The trip brochure is available on the Oregon Synod website, on the Fellowship Hall bulletin board, or through the church office (contact information on the back page).

Hey Gang,

We are going to have a Summer Court of Honor at Faith Lutheran

Church's backyard on Monday, August 10th, beginning at 6:00

p.m. with a hamburger cookout and finishing up with a

presentation of awards that should start around 7:00. Burgers

and buns will be provided, but everyone is asked to bring

accompanying goodies, such as salad, chips, cookies (I love

oatmeal cookies - just saying), and pickles.

Feel free to brings grandparents, cousins, brothers, sisters and

good friends to support our Scouts. We have to present over 50

merit badges, plus mile swim patches, 50-miler patches, and at

least 17 rank advancements!

The Scouts have worked really hard this Summer and this is the

time to show our support, so please join us.

Poole

Jackson Street Youth Shelter Grand

Opening Celebration—Thursday,

August 6, 12-2 pm—join Representative

Andy Olson, JSYSI Staff & Board, and

fellow community members to celebrate

the expansion of services for runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth

throughout Linn County.

Arrive at noon for light refreshments—Remarks from Rep. Andy

Olson at 12:30pm—Open House Tours from 1-2pm

Shelter Location: 1240 SE 7th Ave, Albany OR (across from

Eleanor Hackleman Park)

Samaritan Evergreen

Hospice and Benton

Hospice Service offer

free grief support groups

in Benton and Linn

counties.

See flyers on the

bulletin board in the

Fellowship Hall for schedules and more information.

Kids & Kritters Run

and Walk—

September 12 at the

WAHS track—sign up

for a 5K run or walk, a

10K run, or a Kid’s One

-Miler. Benefits Fish of

Albany, Snacks for

Packs, and SafeHaven

Humane Society. Registration forms available at Reid

Veterinary Hospital, Fish, and SafeHaven. Pre-

registration open until 5 pm August 28.

Runaway Pumpkin —register now for the October

17 half marathon benefiting ABC House. More info at

http://www.runawaypumpkinhalf.org/

Call for College Students Names

Your Lutheran Campus Ministry at Oregon State University is Luther House www.luther-house.org.

With the new Fall Term just around the corner, we’re collecting student names and contact info

from Lutheran congregations in Oregon so we can reach out to them, invite them to get involved at

Luther House, and nurture them spiritually during their college years. To do that, we need your

help. Please identify all those students from your congregation who will be attending OSU, Linn-

Benton Community College, or Western Oregon University this fall. Send us their name, address,

and email (we have no other means of knowing how to reach them) by email at info@luther-

house.org or by snail mail at 211 NW 23rd Street, Corvallis, OR 97330. We’ll make sure to contact

each and every one of them. As in years past, a special welcome goodie bag will be created just for them – a free gift from

Luther House to say “welcome” and “please join us.” Thanks for your help in keeping them connected.

Fall Term Starts September 24

For the first time in recent history, OSU Fall Term classes begin on a Thursday due to the addition of Veterans Day as a

university holiday. That same day, September 24, Luther House will host a display table in the MU Quad as part of the OSU

Beaver Community Fair celebration. Stop by between 11:30 and 3:30 to say hello and see what information and surprises

we have to share with you.

Student Leadership Team

The Luther House 2015-16 Student Leadership Team is comprised of Justin Honda (Simi Valley, CA), Erika Cook (OR),

Jonathan Marcotte (Madras, OR), Ben Post (Springfield, OR), and Kevin Bishop (Beaverton, OR). These five students will

plan and coordinate Luther House activities this year, assisted by Pr. Jim. What a great team!

Fall Football Parking

Once again Luther House is hosting game-day parking for every home football game – September 4, 19, 25, October 24,

November 7 and 21. For $10 you get a really fine place to park within walking distance of Reser Stadium. If you park with us

four times, the fifth time is free. And you get the joy of helping support Lutheran Campus Ministry at OSU. Spread the word.

Parking is limited. First come, first served. Go Beavs!

Third Annual Midsummer Arts at Montieth Park, Saturday, August 1st

Get your blanket and picnic basket ready then pack up friends and family for entertaining fun and a great

collection of talent at the Third Annual Midsummer Arts on Saturday, August 1st, 2015.

This free performing arts event will take place at Montieth Park from 10 am to 2pm on the first Saturday in

August. There will be performances of ballet, gymnastics, singing, drama, Hispanic dancers, and more. Cafe

Riviere will provide food and drinks for purchase.

Visit the covered picnic area (the “gazebo”) for several free arts & crafts activities for kids and families, and to

meet some of the directors, leaders, and performers from our main stage entertainment.

Midsummer Arts has received generous grant funding from the Linn County Cultural Coalition and Altrusa International of Albany. Without these

funds, the festival simply would not exist. Thank you.

Midsummer Arts is an all-volunteer, 501(c) 3 non-profit arts organization committed to engaging the communities of the mid-Willamette Valley

through greater access to local arts and cultural diversity, and exposure to historic downtown Albany.

For more information:

Contact: Michael Winder

Phone: 541-979-9840

Web Site: http://midsummerarts.org/

Email: midsummerarts@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midsummerarts

July 15

We leave tomorrow from O'Hare airport for South America. Details and prayer points are inside the attached letter.

As you may recall, we moved into an apartment and rented our house to five football players from the University of Sioux Falls This has been a good change. Leaving from an apartment made our trip preparations much easier. We’re thankful that the Lord prompted us to downsize and that He enabled us to move here during David’s busy graduation weekend! Our cozy apartment feels like home, and we’re able to enjoy easy access to bike trails. David’s work and classes are nearby so he goes to and fro independently.

We spent the week leading up to July 4th with Mike and Lindy in Minnesota. They were blessed with little Jada Hope on May 11th. She's even cuter up close than in this picture.

Most of our time was spent with her four big brothers: Tristen (7-1/2), Elisha (soon 6), Jeremiah (soon 4), and Jace (2). We had lots of fun visiting parks, even canoeing and fishing with the older two. This is the first summer in many when we haven't been teaching linguistics in Grand Forks. What a blessing it is to have time to enjoy God's beautiful creation! (In addition to these five grandkids, we also have three in Sioux Falls: Mara (10), Alli (8) and Smith (4-1/2). Inside the letter you can read a little about their plans.)

We have seen God's good hands at work in our lives and ministry. Thank you for interceding on our behalf!

Shedd and Kris

-check the bulletin board for more from Shedd and Kris

AUGUST

For the most up-to-date version, visit our online calendar

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1

2 9:00 AM Adult Christian Education 10:15 AM Worship Service 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM FLY (Faith Lutheran Youth Group)

3 6:00 PM Boy Scouts Court

of Honor 7:00 PM Ste

wardship & Resources

Meeting

4 5 9:00 AM Quilting 5:30 PM Music &

Worship Committee

6 8:00 AM Reports to Council Due

10:15 AM Bible Study (Quail Run)

7

4:00 PM First

Friday Movie 6:00 PM First

Friday Supper

8

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Baza

ar Planning and Work Party

9 9:00 AM Adult Christian Education

10:15 AM Worship Service

11:30 AM Evangelism & Mission Committee

11:30 AM Mini-Concert: Jim Greeninger

11:30 AM Mission Endowment Committee

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM FLY

(Faith Lutheran Youth Group)

10 7:00 PM Boy Scouts

11 1:00 PM Mary-Martha Circle

12 9:00 AM Quilting 7:00 PM Council

Meeting

13 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM A Time

Apart 10:15 AM Bible

Study (Quail Run)

14 15 Newsletter Deadline

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Circle

of Friends

16

Farewell to one of our families

9:00 AM Adult Christian Education

10:15 AM Worship Service

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM FLY (Faith Lutheran Youth

Group)

17 7:00 PM Boy Scouts

18 7:00 PM Edu-cation Committee

19 9:00 AM Quilting

20 10:15 AM Bible Study (Quail Run)

12:00 PM Hope Circle

21 22

23 9:00 AM Adult Christian Education

10:15 AM Worship Service

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM FLY (Faith Lutheran Youth

Group)

24 7:00 PM Boy Scouts

25 26 9:00 AM Quilting 10:00 AM Property

Committee 6:00 PM Preschool

Board Meeting

27 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM A Time

Apart 10:15 AM Bible

Study (Quail Run)

28

Youth

Camping Trip

29

30 9:00 AM Adult Christian

Education

10:15 AM Worship Service

11:30 AM Fellowship & Social Concerns

5:00 PM Youth Committee Meeting

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM FLY

(Faith Lutheran Youth

Group)

31 7:00 PM Boy

Scouts

1 2 9:00 AM Quilting 5:30 PM Music &

Worship Committee

3 8:00 AM Reports to Council Due

10:15 AM Bible Study (Quail Run)

4 4:00 PM First Friday Movie

6:00 PM First Friday Supper

5

Worship Leader Team – August

Community Rewards from Fred Meyer: Sign up for the Community Rewards program by linking your Fred

Meyer Rewards Card to Faith Lutheran Church at www.fredmeyer.com/community rewards. You can search for us by

our non-profit number (FLC 89935).

Every time you shop, you help FLC earn donations that will be used towards special projects and kitchen supplies. You

will still earn your Rewards Points, Fuel Points, and Rebates, just as you already do. It costs you nothing to participate!

-Fellowship & Social Concerns Committee

Currently 11 households participate in Community Rewards for Faith Lutheran Church—thank you!

Do you need a name

tag? Write your name

on the sign up sheet

posted on the name

tag display.

During the summer, I plan to be in the office

weekday afternoons and Wednesday mornings. I

will also post hours on the office door, and update

as necessary.

Thank you,

Carolyn

Save your returnable beverage

containers to benefit the youth

and/or Boy Scouts: drop them off

in the trash can just inside the

double doors from the parking lot

2 9 16 23 30

ASSISTING

MINISTERS

Terry V Diane C Janice V Terry V Diane C

LECTOR

Karen G Charles B Elaine W Wally O Vail P

KID’S WORSHIP

Pastor Dawn

Diane Collet Carol O Pastor Dawn

Diane C

COMMUNION CUP BASKET HOLDERS

USHERS

Jon/Rose Mary A

Claus/Kim S John/Paula D Al N

Dick O

John B

Wally O

ACOLYTES

Emma L Dexter B Dexter B Dexter B Dexter B

SOUND TECHNICIAN

John B Isabella K John B Isabella K Stan B

READINGS Exodus 16:2–4, 9–15 Psalm 78:23–29 Ephesians 4:1–16 John 6:24–35

1 Kings 19:4–8 Psalm 34:1–8 Ephesians 4:25—5:2 John 6:35, 41–51

Proverbs 9:1–6 Psalm 34:9–14 Ephesians 5:15–20 John 6:51–58

Joshua 24:1–2a, 14–18 Psalm 34:15–22 Ephesians 6:10–20 John 6:56–69

Deuteronomy 4:1–2, 6–9 Psalm 15 James 1:17–27 Mark 7:1–8, 14–15, 21–23

Faith

Lutheran

Church 930 Queen Ave SW

Albany Oregon

97321

Sunday School 9 am

Worship 10:15 am

Sundays

541-928-7660

www.faithalbany.org

faithalbany@proaxis.com

Summer Office Hours:

Weekday afternoons and

Wednesday mornings

Faith Lutheran Church

930 Queen Ave SW

Albany, OR 97321

PLACE STAMP HERE

Faith at Work

Calendar Highlights

August 7—First Friday Movie and Supper

returns

August 8 at 9 am—Bazaar Planning and

Work Party

August 9—Jim Greeninger mini-concert

after church

August 28—Youth Camping Trip

September 7—Labor Day

September 20 at 3 pm—Jim Greeninger

Concert

October 17—Fall Bazaar

Have any

updates or

corrections for

the latest

directory?

Contact the

office (contact

info to the right)