MARKER MARKER MARKER MARKER St. Mark’s Lutheran Church St. Mark’s Lutheran Church St. Mark’s Lutheran Church St. Mark’s Lutheran Church 454 Fieldstone Road, Mooresville, NC 454 Fieldstone Road, Mooresville, NC 454 Fieldstone Road, Mooresville, NC 454 Fieldstone Road, Mooresville, NC 704 704 704 704-664 664 664 664-5474 ~ www.saintmarkslutheran.com 5474 ~ www.saintmarkslutheran.com 5474 ~ www.saintmarkslutheran.com 5474 ~ www.saintmarkslutheran.com Volume 37, Issue 2 July 2019 Pastor Dave Keck The Acts of God in July "I'm their leader, which way did they go?" Did you ever feel like? I think back to working at Lutheridge as a counselor, when the campers outpaced me back down the mountain from the cafeteria to the cabin or to the next event. There is an element of "Acts" in the New Testament that feels that way. God is always out in front of the early church community. Just when Peter or Paul or James or any of the other apostles think they are leading, they realize that they are trailing the Spirit already at work among persons and communities. There is so much change happening, so many new people (Jew and Greek, slave and free, rich and poor) joining this Jesus movement that it is hard for those who think they are the "leaders" to keep up. We continue our Summer Sermon Series in July from Acts. In June we read of bold and frightening chapters in the saga of the People of God. The apostles have wrestled with who is welcome to be part of the Jesus movement, who can be part of their "table fellowship," and what laws or restrictions, if any, should everyone live by (circumcision?, love?, sharing their possessions?). The real "hero" of the story, the "star" of the drama is not Peter or Philip or an Ethiopian eunuch or Cornelius the military commander; rather the star is the gracious and prodding One who keeps leading, resurrecting, saving, helping, challenging and showing no partiality between persons (Acts 10:34). The series continues with UNIFY IN JULY with 10:00AM worship in St. Mark's Family Life Center. Acts of God in July with St. Mark's includes: Sanctuary Repair/Renovation work; Youth Mission Trip to Tennessee; Lutheridge trips for Music, Confirmation, and other Camps; summer vacations for many families; our church reaching out to others in need due to grief, pain, hunger, loneliness; our church in worship and work, fellowship and faith. I suspect, no matter what we have planned in July, God is already going ahead of us to either guard and guide us; or to disrupt what we think are our plans and redirect us according to "Thy will be done." The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the unity of the Holy Spirit be with you all, Pastor Dave Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
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"I'm their leader, which way did they go?" Did you ever feel like? I think back to working at Lutheridge as a counselor, when the campers outpaced me back down the mountain from the cafeteria to the cabin or to the next event.
There is an element of "Acts" in the New Testament that feels that way. God is always out in front of the early church community. Just when Peter or Paul or James or any of the other apostles think they are leading, they realize that they are trailing the Spirit already at work among persons and communities. There is so much change happening, so many new people (Jew and Greek, slave and free, rich and poor)
joining this Jesus movement that it is hard for those who think they are the "leaders" to keep up.
We continue our Summer Sermon Series in July from Acts. In June we read of bold and frightening chapters in the saga of the People of God. The apostles have wrestled with who is welcome to be part of the Jesus movement, who can be part of their "table fellowship," and what laws or restrictions, if any, should everyone live by (circumcision?, love?, sharing their possessions?). The real "hero" of the story, the "star" of the drama is not Peter or Philip or an Ethiopian eunuch or Cornelius the military commander; rather the star is the gracious and prodding One who keeps leading, resurrecting, saving, helping, challenging and showing no partiality between persons (Acts 10:34).
The series continues with UNIFY IN JULY with 10:00AM worship in St. Mark's Family Life Center.
Acts of God in July with St. Mark's includes: Sanctuary Repair/Renovation work; Youth Mission Trip to Tennessee; Lutheridge trips for Music, Confirmation, and other Camps; summer vacations for many families; our church reaching out to others in need due to grief, pain, hunger, loneliness; our church in worship and work, fellowship and faith.
I suspect, no matter what we have planned in July, God is already going ahead of us to either guard and guide us; or to disrupt what we think are our plans and redirect us according to "Thy will be done."
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the unity of the Holy Spirit be with you all, Pastor Dave
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
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Summer of Psalms
Join us for the NC Synod summer online Bible study sponsored by the synod's Engage the Bible Task Group (a Book of Faith ministry). This summer's study--Summer of Psalms--begins Sunday, July 7th. For additional information, pick up a flyer in the Narthex or side hallway or go to www.nclutheran.org.
Lutheran Men in Mission
LMM will meet at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, July 11th. We will gather at Barcelona Burgers, 500 South Main Street, Mooresville. Join us for a fun evening, bring a friend!
Thanks to everyone who helped serve ice cream for Vacation Bible School on June 21st.
Unify in July, one Worship Service at 10:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center each Sunday.
July 7-12 Floor Waxing & Carpet Cleaning
July 7-13 Sr LYNCs Mission Trip
July 7-13 Music Week @ Lutheridge
July 14-20 Confirmation Camp @ Lutheridge
July 28 ~ The Lake Norman Big Band @ 10:00 a.m.
November 24 Thanksgiving Feast
As a Gods Work. Our hands project we collected shoes for the Back 2 School Bash 19. Thanks for participating, we donated 25 pairs of shoes!
If you would like to volunteer to help with the bash on Saturday, July 13th, register at the website http://www.b2sb.org/ Thanks for your caring support! Social Ministry
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Social Ministry
The Social Ministry Committee will not meet in July.
If you would like additional information contact: John Kline at [email protected] or 704-360-4505.
January: Chewy Granola Bars
February: Pudding Cups
March: Juice Boxes/Pouches
April: Beans & Franks-8 oz
May: Ravioli (flip top cans) June: Oatmeal, variety pack
Let’s get a JUMP START on supporting our Backpack children at Park View School! It seems school just got out, but the 2019-20 school year will be starting on August 6th.
The need is as great or greater then nine years ago when the program began. Social ministry depends on the caring hearts of our congregation to support FOOD FOR DAYS MINISTRY and other programs that we support. We have heard many stories of how the children depend on this food to get through the weekend. This problem is not going away. In Iredell County we have over 400 students that have NO ADDRESS.
COST FOR ONE CHILD FOR SCHOOL YEAR $250.00 OR
ANY AMOUNT YOUR HEART DICTATES
Please keep this ministry in your hearts and minds and pray for these children and the children all over the nation that need assistance.
You may use a pew envelop indicating FOOD FOR DAYS on the envelope and on your check or use form below.
I am interested in sponsoring a child that needs backpack meals _______
Any donation will be a blessing $____________
Sponsor a child for the school year @ $250.00 $____________ (can be paid monthly)
Sponsor a child for one month @ $25.00 $__________
I am interested in volunteering to pack food bags ______Yes ______No
If you are interested in volunteering, please add your name and best way to contact you.
Name ________________________________________
Phone or email _______________________________________________
Please return to the office or drop in the offering plate.
Thank you for your generous support!
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Sympathy
We extend our Christian compassion and prayers to:
Bobbi Beattie in the death of her brother, Hal Hooper, who died May 30th.
Rob Ward and family in the death of his father, Robert Ward on June 18th.
The family of Laura Little who passed away June 26th
The family of Bob Rhyne who passed away June 28th.
The family of Julian D’Amico who passed away June 29th. .
Stewardship for All Seasons (also known as SAS)
Every faculty you have, your power of thinking or of moving your limbs from moment to moment, is given you by God. If you devoted every moment of your
whole life exclusively to His service, you could not give Him anything that was not in a sense His own already.
– C. S. Lewis, Mere Christianity
A steward is one who manages the possessions of another. We are all stewards of the resources, abilities and opportunities that God has entrusted to our care, and one day each one of us will be called to give an account for how we have managed what God has given us.
How have we administered everything we have been given, including our time, money, abilities, information, wisdom, relationships, and authority.
How can we become good stewards of these gifts? Plan your giving, know your purpose and let it motivate you, and stay balanced in life. Being a good steward is a lifelong process. Start small and work your way up. If you start small, there is a better chance for success.
Congratulations
We rejoice with Easton & Kim DeVerna in the birth of their daughter, Delilah Brooklyn who was born on April 5th.
We rejoice with Raymond and Sharon Leatherman in the birth of their daughter, Oaklyn Rae who was born June 6th.
Thank You
Cindy's mother passed away peacefully on May 12, Mothers Day. We thank all of you here at St. Marks for the many prayers you sent to us over the past several years and especially those of the past couple of weeks. Your support and love is deeply appreciated. Mike and Cindy LeBaron
Thank you so much for all the prayers cards and phone calls during the last month with the passing of my parents. Sabrina Fesperman
A Guide for Giving
I do not believe one can settle how much we ought to give. I am afraid the only safe rule is to give more than we can spare. In other words, if our expenditure on comforts, luxuries, amusements, etc. is up to the standard common among those with the same income as our own, we are probably giving away too little. If our charities do not at all pinch or hamper us, I should say they are too small. There ought to be things we should like to do and cannot do because our charitable expenditures exclude them.
—C.S. Lewis
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Shepherd of the Week July
7 Kathy McLean
14 Bobbie Meadows
21 Debbie Rice
28 Betsy Roseman
July Altar Flowers
7 Mark & Cindy Ridenhour 14 ** OPEN **
21 Susie Gido
28 Glenn & Carol Feiste
The flower calendar is posted on the bulletin board in the side hallway. Open dates include July 14 .
Providing flowers on the Altar is a great way to remember or honor a loved one or special occasion.
Remember you can share the same week with someone or share flowers two weeks in a row. Sign-up on the flower calendar or call the church office, 704-664-5474.
May Attendance
Date 8:30 11:00 6:30 Total
6-2 132 119 24 275
6-9 104 108 21 233
6-16 140 97 20 257
6-23 110 112 23 245
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Prayer Concerns
We change the prayer list each month with updates and name changes from Pastor Dave and office staff. To be faithful, prayers should be fresh and active, and so we remind you to keep us informed of health situation changes at least every 30 days. Please notify the office of any changes or updates to the prayer list;
Please remember all our homebound and nursing home residents; caregivers of those who are ill; those searching for employment; and all who serve in the military: Aaron Whitlow, Drew Jones, Erik Crowder, Matthew Barone, Michael Blinn, Charles Blinn and Thomas Blinn.
Members: Jimmy Arthurs (tests, biopsy 7-1); Joan Ell (LNRMC); Carol Martz (lung biopsy 7-17); Margaret Kennerly (fall, broken pelvis. #508 Accordius Health); Alice Lee (strength & healing); Ann Thomas; John Earnhardt (chemo); Floyd Witherspoon (Maple Leaf, strength & healing); Elaine Stevens (strength & healing).
Friends & Family: Iann Booze (tests, son of Jack & Lisa Russell); Lonny Janes (lung cancer, husband of Margaret Boardman's granddaughter); Helen & Tom Wilson (death of their 50 year old son, David, friends of David Keck, Sr.); Len Lockwood (stroke, father of Lorri Monterose); Tara Gander & family (healing, friend of Marsha & Robert Rhyne); Alice Ternent (mother of Mindy Arndt); Charles Kincaid (pancreatic cancer, cousin of Barbara Erskine); Myles Preston (cancer, 6 mo. old, friend of Debby Johnson); Christine Mease Longueira (cancer, daughter of Don Mease); Mark Morton (stem cell treatment, scleroderma, brother of Greg Morton); Ernie Sides (Multiple Myeloma, friend of Suthers); Charleston Knox (terminal illness, 1 year old granddaughter of Kurt & Cathy Quade); Jon Locklin (preparation for lung transplant, son of Shirley Locklin); Phyllis Monterose (Hospice Care, mother of Tommy Monterose); David Kruk (bladder cancer, cousin of Linda Melin & Donna Enroth); Stacey Montelongo (cancer, cousin of Kathy McLean).
Finance Report Update
Thru May 31 2018 2019
Offerings 222,363 229,795
Budget 249,198 249,198
Expense 218,069 232,271
Checking Acct Balance
184,082 108,065
Congratulations
Congratulations to Colin Davis III and Karla Acana! They were married on Saturday, May 18th in Zamboanga, Philippines. They are living in London England. Colin III is the son of Colin Davis.
WELCA Circles Will not meet in July
www.ncwelca.org
www.womenoftheelca.org
www.boldcafe.org
www.gathermagazine.org
The Gather Magazine includes Bible Studies, articles and a newsletter. All helpful information for your circle programs. Everything you need is available online.
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A Prayer for the Fourth
Loving God, we thank you — the
true Father of our country — for the
blessings of this land and the gifts of
cultures around the world. Prompt us
to strive for justice for all, at home
and abroad. Remind us, in the words
of the hymn, that “this is our Father's
world” and that your goodness
prevails. Amid tragedies and
conflicts, guard us against despair.
Help us focus on the kindness evident
daily: from generous neighbors to
conscientious public servants
(because most are). On Independence
Day and every day, “O let [us] ne’er
forget that though the wrong seems
oft so strong, God is the Ruler yet.”
Amen.
—Sandy Hyland
Date: Wednesday, July 10th
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Place: Blu Star Grill, 140-A Marketplace Ave, 28117
Donations: Please br ing donations of Lance Crackers (variety pack) for Food for Days.
Reply to: Brenda Joyce, 704-663-5907 or [email protected] by Tuesday, July 9th
Ladies Lunch Bunch
Now Forming August-November Dinner Groups
If you would like to be part of a once-a-month adult dinner church group please fill out the form below and return it to the church office or email your answers to Pastor Dave by Wednesday, July 24. Groups would consist of up to 8 persons and meet one time a month for 4 months. Pastor Dave will put dinner groups together and let groups know by July 31. You may request others to be in your group.
_______ Prefer to host and/or meet in homes with a shared meal (host would be responsible for contacting guests, deciding on date/time, and providing main dish while guests would bring side items; potential to meet in 4 different host homes.)
_______ I/We can host up to (4, 6, 8)______________ total persons (including host).
_______ Prefer to meet at a restaurant (the group decides the restaurant and the date/time)
Billy Beck Sunday School Class, Haven Lutheran Church
Billy & Gloria Beck
Sylvia Wiseman
In Memory of Mike Mittler Memorial Fund
John & Betsy Roseman
In Memory of Ted Mills
Shirley Mills Memorial Fund
John & Betsy Roseman
In Memory of Laura Little
Memorial Fund
Martha Scruggs & Family
In Honor of Pastor Dave Keck
World Hunger Charlie & Dawn Barone & family
Memorial Fund
Mark Kutnowsky
In Honor of Glenn & Carol Feiste
Food for Days
Adult I Sunday School
God is Everywhere
We are living in a world that is absolutely transparent, and God is shining through it all the time. This is not just a fable or a nice story. It is true. If we abandon ourselves to God and forget ourselves, we see it sometimes, and we see it maybe frequently. God shows himself everywhere, in everything — in people and in things and in nature and in events. It becomes very obvious that God is everywhere and in everything and we cannot be without him. It’s impossible. The only thing is that we don’t see it.
—Thomas Merton
HANDS On Hands Are Needed for Devoted Service Meets Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. in the FLC
Hands On will resume on Tuesday, July 9th at 12:30 p.m. in the CONFERENCE ROOM. We will begin working on different items for fall and winter. If you can crochet we could use your help with much needed plastic sleeping mats, our homeless population can always use this item. Fleece blankets are quick
and easy to make and we will deliver them to several places. Priscilla is gathering information about a Bandage Project for much needed medical supplies in other countries.
VBS Team…Thank you so for much collecting toothpaste during VBS week for Living Water’s Lutheran Church pantry. We are happy to have a lot to deliver!
We will be heading to Cherokee in early August. Items needed at Living Water's are linens and men’s shoes. Ketchup and mustard are not necessary items, but they were on Living Water’s wish list. I’m thinking children would enjoy some ketchup or mustard! If you have items that you would like to donate please let a Hands member know. If you would like to help us pack and travel with us to Living Waters Lutheran Church in Cherokee you are welcome! We will keep you posted of the date and time.
We welcome back The Lake Norman Big Band and "Pastor" Jody to lead worship on July 28 at 10:00 a.m. in the Family Life Center. Following worship we’ll remain in the Family Life Center for a covered dish lunch and fellowship.
AUGUST WORSHIPAUGUST WORSHIPAUGUST WORSHIPAUGUST WORSHIP Back to regular worship schedule
8:30 & 11:00 a.m. with Holy Communion
(Check the bulletin for location.)
6:30 p.m. Evening Worship, FLC
Ten adult musicians will be attending Music Week at Lutheridge July 7-13. This is a special week each year for these musicians to lift their voices, ring handbells, and play instruments, making music to God alone. They attend inspirational worship in the beauty of the mountains, learn creative and meaningful ways to worship, share meals, catch up with old friends, and get to know new friends. Please remember all of our St. Mark's campers in your prayers as they travel and throughout the week.
Music Week Campers
Mindy Arndt, Virginia Buckley, Amy Elkin, Katie Elkin, Robbie Pearson, Kristin Sakamoto, Susan Suther,
CHANCEL CHOIR—Adults and High School Rehearsals are on Wednesdays at 7:15
Start Date: August 21
~ COME GROW YOUNG WITH US ~
Join an Intergenerational Handbell Choir
~ Share God’s Word and your faith through music ~
Celebrate joys ~ Share concerns ~ Pray and support one
another ~ Have fellowship and develop relationships with
Christian musicians of all ages ~ Share your gifts and
experiences with one another
ALLELUIA RINGERS (Beginning Handbells) Grade 3 through Adults of All Ages
Weekly Rehearsals on Wednesdays 5:15 to 5:45 Start Date: August 14
~ Beginning handbells ~ No previous music or handbell experience required ~ Will learn basic music skills and
handbell ringing techniques
FAITH RINGERS (Intermediate Handbells & Chimes) – Grade 6 through Adults of All Ages
Weekly Rehearsals on Sundays 2:30 to 3:15
Start Date: August 18
~ Intermediate handbells ~ Some music experience very helpful ~ Little or no handbell experience needed ~ Learn intermediate music skills and handbell ringing techniques
LUTHER RINGERS (Advanced Handbells and Chimes) – Grade 9 through Adults of All Ages
Weekly Rehearsals on Tuesdays 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Start Date: August 20
Please contact the Director of Music Ministries for current openings in Luther Ringers.
~ Advanced handbells ~ Music experience needed ~ Handbell experience preferred ~ Continue to master
advanced music skills and handbell ringing techniques
A commitment to weekly rehearsal attendance
is needed for all handbell choirs.
For questions or additional information contact: [email protected]; 704-664-5474
Joyful Noise Men's Ensemble and Instrumental Ensemble rehearsals will begin in early September.
Check the August newsletter for start dates.
WWWWorship, orship, orship, orship, MMMMusic, and usic, and usic, and usic, and AAAArtsrtsrtsrts We are all one in Christ, we are one body, all one people out of many. There is one God, and only one Lord; there is one faith, one holy love. There is one baptism; there is one Spirit, who is God the comforter. ..."We Are All One in Christ" - ELW 643
UNIFY IN JULY 2019UNIFY IN JULY 2019UNIFY IN JULY 2019UNIFY IN JULY 2019
United in Faith and Fellowship
LUTHERIDGE MUSIC WEEKLUTHERIDGE MUSIC WEEKLUTHERIDGE MUSIC WEEKLUTHERIDGE MUSIC WEEK
Soli Deo Gloria
We thank Kristin Sakamoto for her service at St. Mark’s as our Non-Traditional Worship Service Leader. Kristin is relocating and we are looking for someone to fill this position. If you know of anyone who might be interested, please share the information below and have them contact Pastor Dave.
Worship Leader/MusicianWorship Leader/MusicianWorship Leader/MusicianWorship Leader/Musician Saint Mark’s Lutheran ChurchSaint Mark’s Lutheran ChurchSaint Mark’s Lutheran ChurchSaint Mark’s Lutheran Church
MINISTRY POSITION DESCRIPTIONMINISTRY POSITION DESCRIPTIONMINISTRY POSITION DESCRIPTIONMINISTRY POSITION DESCRIPTION ♦ Responsible for developing and leading contemporary/alternative worship service ♦ Part-time position reporting to pastor DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ♦ Plan and lead weekly contemporary/alternative worship service (currently held Sundays, 6:30pm). ♦ Work closely with Pastor, staff, and worship team to ensure an ongoing positive, inspirational, quality worship
experience. ♦ Work with audio technician and others regarding maintenance and updates of instruments and systems. ♦ Serve on Worship & Music Committee and meet with staff as needed. HOURS REQUIREDHOURS REQUIREDHOURS REQUIREDHOURS REQUIRED Regular Worship/Rehearsal HoursRegular Worship/Rehearsal HoursRegular Worship/Rehearsal HoursRegular Worship/Rehearsal Hours ♦ Weekly Worship (Sundays) – 1-2 hours per week ♦ Planning/Setup/Meetings – 10-12 hours per week ♦ Regular Rehearsals – 2-3 hours per week
ADDITIONAL HOURSADDITIONAL HOURSADDITIONAL HOURSADDITIONAL HOURS ♦ Special services, programs, rehearsals as needed
QUALIFICATIONSQUALIFICATIONSQUALIFICATIONSQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Required QualificationsMinimum Required QualificationsMinimum Required QualificationsMinimum Required Qualifications ♦ Must possess a commitment to Jesus Christ in his/her life. ♦ Possess good interpersonal skills, positive and Christ-like attitude, spirit of cooperation in a team environment,
ability to lead others. ♦ Trained musician with contemporary and traditional worship leadership experience. ♦ Leadership, recruitment, communication, and organizational skills. ♦ Reliable and disciplined. ♦ Be knowledgeable of, understand, and adhere to copyright laws. ♦ Be committed to on-going learning and continuing education DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSDESIRED QUALIFICATIONSDESIRED QUALIFICATIONSDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS ♦ Some understanding of Lutheran worship. ♦ Possess the ability to envision future needs. This ministry description outlines the general work accountabilities and responsibilities of this position and may not describe all expectations of the position. Exact assignments and duties to fulfill expectations should be discussed with supervisor when additional clarity or information is needed or when job duties and accountabilities change significantly. Ministry description and evaluation to be reviewed during the last quarter of the year.
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Kairos Confirmation Camp
Kairos means “God’s Time” and we’re excited that some of St. Mark’s Confirmation students will be taking a week of their summertime to attend this unique confirmation camp together at Lutheridge where they will learn what living for Jesus is all about. Please keep Charlie Cline, Jacob Grace, Jadyn Johnson, Audra Nottestad, and Liam Tulbert in your prayers as they attend Kairos Camp along with Pastor Dave and other confirmation campers and leaders July 14-20.
Serve Boldly ~ High School Youth Mission Trip
On Sunday, July 7th, we will commission Lily Elkin, Haley Gill, Tim Gill, Cole Hatch, Brantley Lyons, Sam Nottestad, and Matthew Wolff as they leave with adult leaders Bill Elkin and Carissa Abraham for the 2019 youth mission trip.
We’ve connected with SERVE BOLDLY to do mission work in Nashville, TN, where they recently received a Hunger Education and Networking Grant through ELCA World Hunger. Our group will be housed at First Lutheran Church in downtown Nashville and will be empowered to serve in many ways with some of the following ministry partners: Soles 4 Souls, Second Harvest Food Bank, Nashville Food Project, Buena Vista Elementary, and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
We’re excited for this experience and look forward to sharing more about it!
Ramping Up for Children, Youth and Family Ministries
Throughout August, Christian Education will be promoting 2019-20 program-ming and registrations with information and interest meetings to be held be-tween worship services for children, youth, and family ministries - including Sunday School, Confirmation, Youth Groups, Small Groups for Parents, Trips & Retreats for the Year, Milestone Ministry, Library Ministry, and all major events hosted by Christian Education (think Fall Festival, Thanksgiving Feast, Advent Fair, VBS, etc.). Look for more details in the August Marker and make plans to get more connected at St. Mark’s this year!
Backpack & Briefcase Blessing
Sunday, August 4th
At all worship services: All are invited to bring backpacks, briefcases, and anything used to manage your work and lives to receive a blessing for this new season of change – at school, work, home, and church – as we all begin falling into new routines and programs.
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Summer Rain
Oh, what is so pure as the glad summer rain, That falls on the grass where the sunlight has lain?
And what is so fair as the flowers that lie All bathed in the tears of the soft summer sky?
The blue of the heavens is dimmed by the rain That wears away sorrow and washes out pain;
But we know that the flowers we cherish would die Were it not for the tears of the cloud-laden sky.
The rose is the sweeter when kissed by the rain, And hearts are the dearer where sorrow has lain; The sky is the fairer that rain-clouds have swept,
And no eyes are so bright as the eyes that have wept.
Fannie Sherrick
July Children’s Church
Through the month of July, we will offer Children’s Church as a breakout option for Ages 4 through rising Grade 4 to learn about each week’s scripture lessons in an age-appropriate setting during the Sermon time. Children’s Church will be held July 7, 14, and 21. After the children’s sermon, kids will be escorted to the Old Fellowship Hall with Carissa and other volunteers who will host an interactive time of fun and Biblical learning until returning during the sharing of the peace.
Children’s Church Volunteers
Youth and adults interested in assisting with Children’s Church should contact Carissa in the church office at 704-664-5474 or [email protected]. This would be a great opportunity for those who aren’t regularly involved with our children to help share scripture with them in a fun way! Background check required for adults. Contact Carissa to help one Sunday!
Bible Quiz
At the burning bush, Moses asks God’s name. What is God’s answer?
A. The Lord B. I AM C. The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob D. All of the above
Answer: D (See Exodus 3:14-15.)
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2 Kurt & Cathy Quade, 42 yrs.
6 Dean & Kimberlee Koehler 17 yrs.
8 Luke & Karyn Hays, 14 yrs.
13 Dave & Melissa Stahlman, 23 yrs.
13 David & Nell Rivera, 17 yrs.
13 Zack & Brittany Young, 5 yrs.
14 Donnie & Del Meadows Jr., 45 yrs.
16 Brian & Chanda McCoy, 14 yrs.
17 Jeff & Teresa Brewer, 37 yrs.
17 Gary & Judy Rains, 54 yrs.
21 Charlie & Dawn Barone, 35 yrs.
22 Tom & Lory Hans, 30 yrs.
24 Roger & Linda Castoral, 54 yrs.
26 Ed & Dana Conklin, 33 yrs.
29 Robert & Judy Bost, 57 yrs.
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1 Roger Moore
2 Judy Aro
2 Maddox Bell 3 Ruth Beeston 3 Kelly Bostian
3 Bill Hadlock
3 Jimmy McFarland
4 Olivia Clark
5 Robert Gregory Jr. 6 Alex Stahlman
7 Jacob Grace
7 Susan Suther 8 Betty D’Amico
8 Adam Howser 8 Ginger Martin
8 Audrey Surinaga
8 Mackenzie Volin
9 Tony Arndt 9 Paul Brodland
9 Karyn Hays
9 Phyllis Witherspoon
10 Marilyn Boardman
10 Ron Boardman
10 Dana Meadows
10 Melissa Stahlman
11 Chase Cummins
11 Hayden Gido
12 Gary Archie
12 Jennifer Hays
12 Audra Nottestad
13 Anna Hansen
13 Bruce Harwell 15 Marion Bricker 15 Chris Grace
15 Adam Loucks
15 Mary Speer 15 Declan Zangara
16 Andrew Goethals
17 McKenna Hays
18 Dale Wolff 19 Charles Blinn
19 Thomas Blinn
19 Robert Bost 19 John Kerhoulas
19 Brenda Motrie
19 Mary Van Horn
20 Gary Faulkes
20 Bobby Little
20 Vivien Martin
20 L.W. Miller 21 Maxine Burrell 21 Fred Folkerts
21 Gina Graham
21 Lori Smith
21 Martha Smith
22 Dan Markley
22 Benjamin Pless
24 Jeff Cole
25 Mark Morefield
26 Crystal Darden
26 Donnie Meadows Jr. 27 Meredith Brodland
27 Patty Clark
27 Sally Hansen
27 Morgan Morefield
28 Wyatt Kraft 28 Carol Feiste
28 Greg Hans
29 Erik Crowder 30 Virginia Buckley
31 Bobby Bost 31 Sarah Breinich
31 William Breinich
31 Danny Fields
31 Gracie Meadows
July 7 July 14 July 21 July 28
The Lake Norman Big
Band
Open Church Chick Pless
Close Church Mitch Abraham
Usher Chick Pless, Mike Schmid, Charlie Barone
Kauko Aro, Dave Finger & Chuck Pless
Greeter Ed & Gail Walther John & Betsy Roseman Wayne & Shelby Westmoreland
Worship Servants are vital to the ministry of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. If you are unable to fill your worship servant roll, please arrange for a substitute to take your place and notify the office.
Please note, all worship services during July will take place in the Family Life Center
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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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Back to School Bash Shoes Due today!
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7:00 Men’s Bible Study
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Independence Day
Church Office Closed
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7
10:00 Worship ~ FLC
8 9
11:00 Prayer Group 12:30 HANDS On
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11:30 Lunch Bunch
11
7:00 Lutheran Men in Mission @ Barcelona Burger
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10:00 Worship ~ FLC
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7:00 Boy Scouts
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11:00 Prayer Group 12:30 HANDS On 6:30 Christian Edu. 7:00 Men’s Bible Study
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7:00 Basketball
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6:30 Communication & Technology
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7:00 Movie Night for Women ~ Steel Magnolias
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10:00 Worship ~ FLC
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7:00 Boy Scouts
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11:00 Prayer Group 12:30 HANDS On
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7:00 Basketball Newsletter Deadline
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10:00 Worship ~ FLC The Lake Norman Big Band
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11:00 Prayer Group 12:30 HANDS On
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7:00 Basketball
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7:00 Movie Night for Adults ~ Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid
