Green Sheet - September 6, 2009

NEWS AND NOTES FROM PEACE WITH CHRIST 1412 W. Swallow Road Fort Collins, CO 80526 970-226-4721 Pastor Ralph Patrick www.pwchrist-fc.org

September 6, 2009 Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

WELCOME TO PEACE WITH CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH! We give thanks to God that you are joining us today! Many of our guests are seeking a home church where they can be part of the Fellowship of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Peace with Christ is a congregation that is a family not an “organization”. We are small enough to allow people to know each other by name, and yet large enough to offer opportunities for growth and service. What we “specialize” in is not programs or productions, but simply The Gospel of Our Lord Jesus. Christ, His Word, and the Cross are what provide the foundation for faith and ministry. If you are interested in learning more about Peace With Christ Lutheran Church, please call the church office at 226-4721. Pastor Patrick would welcome the opportunity to visit with you personally.

“In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” Proverbs 3:6

THE TIME before the service may be used for prayer and preparation. Read through the worship bulletin and familiarize yourself with the service. A few moments spent this way will help make the service more meaningful. NEXT WEEK’S LUTHERAN HOUR MESSAGE: “A Big Mouth” Speaker: Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus. Cruel words can wound and kill. The Word of Christ brings healing, forgiveness, and life. (James 3:8-10) Listen to The Lutheran Hour Message on KOA, Denver (AM850) at 6:00 a.m. and KFKA, Greeley (AM1310) at 9:30 a.m. Peace With Christ Radio Broadcast: KCOL (600AM), at 9:00 AM Sundays.

******************************************************* Peace With Christ has been blessed with three additional pastors who are part of our congregation. Today we welcome Rev. David Caspersen as our guest preacher. Rev. Caspersen and his wife Carol have served the Lord faithfully, most recently in Cheyenne Wyoming. God bless the Caspersens and the message of salvation that Rev. Caspersen brings to us today.

Sunday Bible Study: Beginning next week we will delve deeply into the book of Galatians. Please come and be fed, nourished, and equipped by God’s Word to do battle with sin, the world, and the devil!

This Wednesday morning you are invited to take part in a study of The Minor Prophets. We will begin with Matins at 8:45 with the bible study following. Come for prayer and study, stay for coffee and fellowship.

Marjean Carpenter will lead LWML’s September Program on Parish Nursing. All women of PWC are invited to join us Monday, September 14th at 7pm in the Fellowship Hall. Ann Rodenbeck will have devotions and mites. Hostesses will be Jodi Allison and Connie Jesser. ♦ LWML’s mite box for World Missions will be in the Narthex this morning. Thank you for your donations! ♦ Through mid-October, LWML will be accepting donations to support Roadrunners for Christ. A monetary gift equivalent to the cost of 1-2 gallons of gas ($3-6) would go a long way in helping Roadrunner to continue delivering their precious cargo and message of hope. Marked envelopes are available in the Sunshine Room. ♦ Kay’s Angels continue their work on denim quilts, pillows, and potholders for November’s craft fair. The “Angels” meet most Mondays at 1:30pm in Kay Rubel’s basement. Many hands make light work so please take your hands to Kay’s! ♦ LWML’s Executive Board will meet Monday, September 28th beginning at 6pm in the home of Bev Russman. Karen Buchleiter will hostess. All ladies are welcome.

TAG - Saturday, September 19 at 11:30am The activity this month will be lunch at Denny’s at 11:30am followed by a vintage baseball game at 1:30pm at the Bee Family Farm Museum. The Berthoud Blues will play a Wellington team using 1864 rules and uniforms. There will be a $5 charge. Meet at the church at 11:00am. Please sign up for these activities.

Next Sunday we will be back in the sanctuary. The services will begin with a brief order of dedication for the chancel area. Praise God for His goodness, and for the generosity of His people!

YOUTH ACTIVITIES PWC “Olympics II”: Plan to help with the Sunday School Kickoff September 13th. We will plan a BBQ and games for the Olympics. We will meet on September 9th at 5:30 & September 12 at 6:00 to plan and have a Bible Study. SIGN-UP!! PWC OLYMPICS II The Youth members invite everyone to the second annual Olympics! Please join us on Sunday, September 13 following second service. Sign-up for the BBQ and games. If you have questions, contact Marilyn at 226-4721 or 568-3701

Adult choir will have a short rehearsal at 7 p.m. THIS WEDNESDAY, followed by time for fellowship (a.k.a. cookies). Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience in singing or reading music. If you've never sung before, there's no better time than the present to start, and if you haven't sung in a while, maybe it's time to come back! Sign up in the Narthex. See you Wednesday!

Youth Choir This Wednesday, September 9 at 7pm we will begin meeting after bible study & confirmation classes. We will be learning more about singing, Lutheran music, and worship and how we can better participate. No music background necessary! Contact Reena [email protected]

Children’s Choir will begin meeting next Wednesday, September 9 at 6pm during FED night activities. We will learn about Lutheran hymnody and liturgy and how we can enhance worship through everyone’s participation. Contact Reena, [email protected] with any questions.

The college/young adult group will start meeting this coming Tuesday, September 8 at 5pm in the Lory Student Center. Meet in front of the information desk, and we’ll go from there. We will be studying denominations and welcome anyone to join us! Contact Reena, [email protected]. Family EDucation Night FED night begins this Wednesday! Plan to make this a regular part of your family’s schedule. We’ll start with a quick meal at 5:15 and class will follow from 6:00-7:00. There is something for everyone, from young to “mature” as well as our regular Confirmation classes. **If any of you have groups looking for good fund-raising activities our FED night meals are a great way to make some extra cash. Contact Lisa Bernhardt.

What kind of man are you anyway? What a question! But maybe a better question for us is “What kind of man does God call us to be?” The King’s Men study group will be considering what the apostle Paul wrote on this subject this as we work through Gene Getz’s book “The Measure of a Man”. We meet at 6pm on Wednesday, during FED study hour. If you are not already attending class, you are welcome to come consider this question with us. Contact John Pennington, Martin Sampson or Dan Prevedel.

The Lutheran Study Bible “…search the Scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life; and it is they that bear witness about me,…” (John 5:39) If you would like to order a copy of The Lutheran Study Bible at a special price, you can do so prior to Reformation Day. This new edition contains many helpful tools that can enhance your study of God’s Word. Please contact Wes Nierman (226-5936) to find out options available. Special price expires on October 31.

Phase one of the chancel remodel is near completion. The cost of phase one has been approximately $16,000.00. During construction we learned the ceiling was damaged due to last year’s lighting strike. The repairs have been completed. It was decided during this time that from a practical & financial stand point that we prepared for the ceiling lights. Congregational feedback has determined phase two will be lighting, carpeting, and chancel furniture. The cost will be approximately $21,000.00. The breakdown is as follows: 1. Lights: $3,852.32 2. Carpeting: estimate $8,400.– 9,000. 3. Chancel furniture: estimate $9,000. There has been a donation of $1,100. to the furniture. There will be posters in the Narthex to keep the congregation informed of phase two’s financial status as donations are received. Ray & Rhonda Kaiser +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Dr. Jan Lohmeyer, the professor doing the feasibility study for a early childhood education/daycare program will be here Sept. 19 –21. A sign-up is in the Narthex, if you would like to meet & discuss any questions/concerns with Dr. Lohmeyer one on one or as a group. Time slots are set up on a half hour basis but you may take two or more blocks of time. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

In Our Prayers: We rememberThose who are ill, hospitalized, or recovering from surgery: Adelaide Moellenhoff, Bill Smith, Rosalee Blumenshine, Zoe Jones (Infant daughter of Josh and Jamie Jones), Ann Ireland (mother of Lisa Bernhardt), Kevin Rodenbeck, Marilyn Craig, Marilyn Hudson, Evelyn Marweg Those who are not able to attend church: Margaret Ziehm, Carolyn Brown, Arline Young, June Schwarck, Marie Rubel, Jean Upham The homeless and those who are in need.

A READING FROM THE BOOK OF CONCORD APOLOGY OF THE AUGSBURG CONFESSION ARTICLE IV: JUSTIFICATION FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Christ's name is received only by faith. Therefore, we are saved by confidence in Christ's name, and not by confidence in our works. For "the name" here means the cause that is mentioned, because of which salvation is gained. To call upon Christ's name is to trust in His name as the cause, or price, because of which we are saved. Acts 15:9 says, "cleansed their hearts by faith." Therefore, the faith that the apostles speak about is not useless knowledge, but a reality. It receives the Holy Spirit and justifies us. Habakkuk 2:4 says, "The righteous shall live by his faith." People are just by faith. By faith they believe that God is favorable, and he adds that faith gives life because this faith produces peace and joy in the heart and eternal life. Isaiah 53:11 says, "By His knowledge shall the righteous one, My servant, make many to be accounted righteous." What is Christ's knowledge unless it means to know Christ's benefits, the promises He has scattered throughout the world by the Gospel? To know these benefits is properly and truly to believe in Christ, to believe that He will certainly fulfill what God has promised for Christ's sake. Scripture is full of such testimonies. For in some places it presents the Law, and in others it presents the promises about Christ, forgiveness of sins, and free acceptance of the sinner for Christ's sake. (paragraphs 98-102)

Condensed from CONCORDIA: THE LUTHERAN CONFESSIONS, copyright 2005,2006 by Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. All rights reserved. To purchase a copy of CONCORDIA, call 800-325-3040.

ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK Today September 6

Worship Services (Non-Communion) Education Hour

8:00 am & 10:45 am 9:30 am

Monday September 7

LABOR DAY Office Closed

Tuesday September 8

Youth Board

6:30 pm

Wednesday September 9

Bible Study FED Meal FED Classes King’s Men’s Bible Study Choir

8:45 am 5:15 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm

Thursday September 10

Morning Doves RMHS

9:00 am 10:50 am

Friday September 11 Saturday September 12

LWML Fall Rally Olympics Planning

Sunday September 13

Worship Services (Communion) Education Hour Rally Day - Olympics II

9:00 am 6:00 pm

8:00 am & 10:45 am 9:30 am 12:00 pm

THOSE SERVING TODAY September 6 Materials: Greeters:

8:00 am Muellers Joanne Kohler Farriers Evelyn Scheiwe Karen Carlson Brian Lacey Karen Carlson

Guest Book: Reader: Ushers:

Nursery: Acolytes: Crucifer: Audio Support: Organist: Elder of the Month:

Amanda Nierman Judy Dahlgren Ann Caspersen Wes Nierman

10:45 am Hazel Maiorka Jan Hudak David Nierman Martin Sampson Chuck Black Chelsie & Sierra Rachael Bernhardt David Nierman

Flowers placed on the Altar by The Fiscus Family THOSE SERVING NEXT SUNDAY September 13 Materials: Greeters: Guest Book: Reader: Ushers:

Nursery: Acolytes: Crucifer: Audio Support: Organist: Elder of the Month:

8:00 am Muellers Rita Sharp Farriers Art Pforr Brian Lacey Richard Lund Chris Dunker Barb Spanjer Libby Hoy Krissy Petago Ron Pichel Wes Nierman

10:45 am Hazel Maiorka Gladys Hulsebus Dan Prevedel David Nierman Martin Sampson Chuck Black Larry Siegfried Julie Eberhard Zach Diem Mackenzie C. David Nierman

Prayer and Study Date: September 6 - September 12 Luther Quote: “Christ teaches us that we should not be anxious about temporal food and about clothing but should think only of daily necessities. So He says (Matthew 6:34): Be satisfied with the care of each day, and do not add to the care of today that of tomorrow; for tomorrow will come with care of its own. It would certainly be a good exercise of faith to learn to pray God only for the bread of today, so that then one might trust in a greater God.” Bible readings for the week: Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday:

Psalm 90; Proverbs 4-7 Psalm 91; Proverbs 8-10 Psalm 92; Proverbs 11-13 Psalm 93; Proverbs 14-16 Psalm 94; Proverbs 17-19 Psalm 95; Proverbs 20-22 Psalm 96; Proverbs 23-25

Russia – September 1-15 LCMS work began in Russia in 1992, and LCMS World Mission is involved in theological education in Russia on various levels. LCMS World Mission also supports our partner church in Russia as it trains leaders for outreach in this vast land.

Daily Prayers: Sunday: For the HIV/AIDS outreach that is taking place throughout Russia through the cooperation of various partners. HIV/AIDS is a serious issue in Russian society and a great opportunity to share Christ’s love with others. Monday: For the faculty of the Lutheran seminary in Koltushi, Russia, as they train future leaders for the partner church—may they impart grace and wisdom to their students. Tuesday: For the recent graduates of the Seminary, as they begin their ministries in ELCIR congregations and missions across the country. Wednesday: For all of the pastors of the ECLIR. May God use them as they teach and train the members of their congregations and reach out to those in their communities with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Thursday: For the laypeople and non-ordained evangelists who are trained through special programs at the seminary in Koltushi. May the Lord guide them as they shine as lights in the darkness with the Gospel of Christ. Friday: For the members and leaders of the ELCIR as they reach out to diverse people groups in the less-evangelized areas of Russia. There are 120 different ethnic groups in Russia! Saturday: That God would use the Christian resources for children—supported by North American congregations, Sunday schools, and day schools—to build up faith in the readers’ hearts and minds.

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August 30 ATTENDANCE Worship Attendance: 140(8:00) 122(10:45 am)

Total 262

Education Hour Attendance: Adult Bible Study: 54 Sunday School: 23 Financial Update As of July 31, 2009 Budget - 2009

Income

Expenses

Net Income

$359,000.00

$190,249.20

$194,277.41

-$4,028.21

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION HOUR: 9:30-10:30 a.m. ADULT BIBLE CLASS. .. Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN . . . . Preschool Rooms GRADES 1- 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Peter GRADES 3-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Abraham GRADE 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Isaac JR. HIGH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jacob SR. HIGH . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . Youth Room

NEXT WEEK'S SCRIPTURE READINGS (ESV) First Lesson: Isaiah 50:4-10 Second Lesson: James 3:1-12 Gospel: Mark 9:14-29

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