3100 E. Evergreen Dr. Appleton, WI 54913 | 601 E. Glendale Ave. Appleton, WI 54911 ● 920-739-9191 ● www.faithfoxvalley.org A monthly publication to keep members and friends informed of the ministry of Faith. August 2015 Vol. 66 Issue 8 SUNDAY SERMON SERIES — “ OIKOS ” Building the Household of Faith “No Man is an Island” is the title of a popular Christian song by Tenth Avenue North. Its primary message: “we don’t have to do this alone.” We do not have to live our lives or fight our battles or struggle through pain in isolation. In fact, God did not create us to live alone, but to be in community. We are designed for family. “Oikos” — Greek for “house” or “household” — is a worship and teaching series on living out our faith together. What does it mean to be part of the household of Faith? What are the family benefits? What are the household obligations? Join us each weekend as we explore together on these themes: August 8-10 “Walking Together” Acts 2:42-47 August 15-17 “Comfort One Another” 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 August 22-24 “Build One Another Up” 1 Thessalonians 5:4-18 August 29-31 “Serve One Another” Galatians 5:13-18 September 5-6 “Spur One Another On” Hebrews 10:19-25 September 12-14 “Teach One Another” Colossians 3:15-17 CHURCH DIRECTORY If you haven’t signed up for the pictorial directory, there’s still time! Upcoming dates are: Faith Ministry Center Tuesday-Friday, August 25-28, 2-9 p.m. Saturday, August 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, September 8-11, 2-9 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Celebration Ministry Center Tuesday-Friday, August 18-21, 2-9 p.m. Saturday, August 22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. There is no sitting fee and you’ll receive a free 8 x 10 photo and directory just for participating. Sign up online at faithfoxvalley.org and receive $10 off your order. Bring in a canned good the day of your appointment and receive an additional $5 off. Church Picnic Following Pastor Kyle’s installation on August 2, the entire congregation is invited to celebrate with a congregational picnic at our Celebration Ministry Center. There will be games for the kids (including a bounce-house!) from 10:30-11:15 a.m. and a pot luck meal served at 11:30 a.m. The Board of Fellowship will be cooking brats and burgers and providing buns and condiments. The congregation is asked to bring their favorite picnic/pot luck food to share. Families with their last name starting with A – L are asked to bring a side dish/ salad and those with their last name starting with M-Z are asked to bring a dessert. Lemonade, orange drink, and water will be provided. In order to plan for enough grilling meat, please sign up for the picnic on the bulletin boards at either Ministry Center and online on the Pulse Portal. A Free-will offering will be collected to help cover the overall cost of the picnic with any remaining money going to Pastor Kyle to purchase needed items for little Elliot and their family. Please contact the church office with any questions.
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3100 E. Evergreen Dr. Appleton, WI 54913 | 601 E. Glendale Ave. Appleton, WI 54911 ● 920-739-9191 ● www.faithfoxvalley.org
A monthly publication to keep members and friends informed of the ministry of Faith. August 2015 Vol. 66 Issue 8
SUNDAY SERMON SERIES — “OIKOS” Building the Household of Faith “No Man is an Island” is the title of a popular Christian song by Tenth Avenue North. Its primary message: “we don’t have to do this alone.” We do not have to live our lives or fight our battles or struggle through pain in isolation. In fact, God did not create us to live alone, but to be in community. We are designed for family. “Oikos” — Greek for “house” or “household” — is a worship and teaching series on living out our faith together. What does it mean to be part of the household of Faith? What are the family benefits? What are the household obligations? Join us each weekend as we explore together on these themes:
August 8-10 “Walking Together” Acts 2:42-47 August 15-17 “Comfort One Another” 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 August 22-24 “Build One Another Up” 1 Thessalonians 5:4-18 August 29-31 “Serve One Another” Galatians 5:13-18 September 5-6 “Spur One Another On” Hebrews 10:19-25 September 12-14 “Teach One Another” Colossians 3:15-17
CHURCH DIRECTORY
If you haven’t signed up for the pictorial directory, there’s still time! Upcoming dates are: Faith Ministry Center Tuesday-Friday, August 25-28, 2-9 p.m. Saturday, August 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday, September 8-11, 2-9 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Celebration Ministry Center Tuesday-Friday, August 18-21, 2-9 p.m. Saturday, August 22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. There is no sitting fee and you’ll receive a free 8 x 10 photo and directory just for participating. Sign up online at faithfoxvalley.org and receive $10 off your order. Bring in a canned good the day of your appointment and receive an additional $5 off.
Church Picnic
Following Pastor Kyle’s installation on August 2, the entire congregation is invited to celebrate with a congregational picnic at our Celebration Ministry Center. There will be games for the kids (including a bounce-house!) from 10:30-11:15 a.m. and a pot luck meal served at 11:30 a.m. The Board of Fellowship will be cooking brats and burgers and providing buns and
condiments. The congregation is asked to bring their favorite picnic/pot luck food to share. Families with their last name starting with A – L are asked to bring a side dish/salad and those with their last name starting with M-Z are asked to bring a dessert. Lemonade, orange drink, and water will be provided. In order to plan for enough grilling meat, please sign up for the picnic on the bulletin boards at either Ministry Center and online on the Pulse Portal. A Free-will offering will be collected to help cover the overall cost of the picnic with any remaining money going to Pastor Kyle to purchase needed items for little Elliot and their family. Please contact the church office with any questions.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
TENDING THE TREASURE When I meet with parents who are planning to have their child baptized, we talk about the rich treasures that God gives through baptism—faith, forgiveness, eternal life and a place in His family. We then talk about the plan God has for tending those treasures for His new child. I use this simple picture to illustrate that plan.
The new little Christian is surrounded by a strong coalition of forces to look after his/her faith and cultivate the gifts given in baptism. God’s promises are sure. He gives the gifts and establishes the relationship in Baptism. He then uses the family and the church community to help the child become what was given in baptism. We provide the environment and monitor the process of children becoming faith people. One of my favorite kid quotes is from a big brother whose sister had just been baptized. He told me “She belongs to God now but we still have to take care of her.” He had the right idea. God is always present but He calls the family and church to care for the spiritual growth of His little ones. Parents, according to scripture, have the primary responsibility for bringing up their children in “the training and instruction of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4). Family prayer
time, devotions, Bible reading and “God talk” are all-important aspects of nurturing spiritual growth. Even more important is the faithful example provided by parents, grandparents and other caring adults. Children are nurtured as they watch adults and see what a life of faith looks like. Seeing adults pray, worship, forgive, serve and acknowledge God in joyful and challenging times is an invaluable part of faith development. Our church community has the privilege and responsibility for children, too. We do our “tending” by welcoming children in worship and church activities, appreciating their presence (even when they are noisy), praying for them, and providing Christian education opportunities. Our congregation is blessed to have the resources to offer quality children’s education through our day care centers, Celebration Lutheran School, Sunday School and Midweek School. We are especially blessed to have passionate and dedicated volunteers who lead children in their faith journey. (The next time you see a Sunday School or Midweek teacher, why not give a word of thanks?) We are now preparing for another year of Sunday School and Midweek School. Here are some ways these ministries “tend the treasure” and cultivate faith in the lives of our children.
GRACE. Each week students hear the Good News of Jesus and know that there is nothing that can change His love for them. They also experience grace as they are unconditionally welcomed, forgiven for any misdeeds and loved.
STORY. Students learn God’s story and see how He has worked since creation to rescue
them and all sinners. We teach the facts and concepts of Bible stories and lead children in discovering the God behind those stories.
FRIENDS. They experience Christ-centered, caring relationships with other learners and leaders. It’s fun to be part of a Christian community and to grow together.
MARKS. Our students learn the marks and disciplines of faithful living. They learn how to use the Bible, how to pray, how to manage and share God’s gifts, how to share the Good News. They are involved in serving and helping activities.
FAMILY. Each week students are given “God Talk at Home” leaflets. These are great resources for family faith-building conversations and activities. I’m happy to talk to you more about “tending the treasure” of faith for our young members. Give me a call or send an email if you have questions about our church children’s ministry, need Christian resources for home, or want to volunteer. Families can register for Sunday School and Midweek School by using the forms available in the lobbies and on our website at faithfoxvalley.org. Kathleen Lane
God
Family Church
Here’s an idea for families to bring God and faith into their conversation. It’s called GOD SIGHTINGS and is adapted from Children’s Ministry magazine. Use a fun container to store paper strips with conversation prompts to get kids talking about God sightings through their day. To make the strips more durable you can glue the paper strips to craft sticks. Have kids choose a stick at dinner or bedtime and talk about how God works in their world. Some ideas for the strips:
Today God helped me when… I showed someone God’s love today when I… I trusted God today when…
I know God loves me because today… Today I can thank God for… Something good I received from God today is…
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School Supplies! Wow, it's hard to believe summer is halfway over already! Don't get caught by surprise - order scrip for your back-to-school shopping soon so you don't miss out on any rebates.
Roundy’s Reloadable Card! Do you shop for groceries at Copps or Pick N’ Save with Scrip gift cards? They now offer a reloadable card so instead of tossing your gift card in the trash and stopping at the Scrip desk to buy another you can reload it! With ReloadNow, your reloaded funds will be available in minutes when you pay with PrestoPay™.* Order using MyScripWallet™, our mobile experience, and you could reload your card on-the-go. You need to register on ShopwithScrip.com to get started. If you have any questions on how to do this, please email Dawn Denis for help at [email protected].
Summer Scrip Hours: Faith Ministry Center: Sunday: 9 -10:45 a.m. Tuesday: 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Celebration Ministry Center: Saturday: 6 -6:30 p.m. Sunday: 10-10:30 a.m. Monday and Wednesday: 8:30- 11 a.m.** **Please call ahead (734-8218) to be sure someone is available.
“THE SIX” A Sunday Study at the Celebration Ministry Center We typically set aside one day each week for worshiping God at church. We receive God’s gifts. We sing. We learn. We pray. Then we go home. Home to live the other six days of the week. “The Six” is a Bible study, led by our pastors, on living the other six days of the week — living in a work environment that often challenges your Christian convictions, living in a neighborhood with people who embrace different values, living in a society that seems more and more distant from the ways of God. How are we to live? What do we say? How do we interact in times when Christians are a minority voice? “The Six” will explore topics such as …
The Supreme Court ruling on same sex marriage and its impact on the Church
How we engage our culture with love and truth
Principles for living out our faith in the age of social media
Addressing reasoned objections to God and our faith
Christian ethics Sunday Schedule for Celebration Ministry Center (starting September 13):
9:00-10:05 Worship 10:05-10:20 Fellowship Time (including refreshments in the gym) 10:20-10:30 Family Time (all ages together for prayer, announcements and a
song) 10:30-11:15 Learning Time (classes divide by age group, with adults in the gym)
WOMEN’S GUILD CORRECTIONS Together in Ministry included an interview with the Women’s Guild in July. There are a few corrections from that article. Karen Boeder’s email address is [email protected] and Kathleen Bowman’s email address is [email protected]. The Women’s Guild meets the 2nd Monday of the month during September, October, December (the Advent Celebration), January, March, April and June in the Fellowship Hall at the Faith Ministry Center at 7 p.m.
PLANNING A WEDDING? When choosing a date for your big day, be sure to check with the church on availability before booking your banquet hall. Dates and spaces are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please call the church office at (920) 739-9191 to reserve the space.
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CHILDRENʹS MINISTRY
PUTTING DOWN ROOTS AND GROWING AS CHRISTIANS
Get ready to dig into God’s Word and become more ROOTED IN FAITH as our new year of Sunday School, Midweek School and Bible Classes for youth and adults begins in September. Please take note of these start dates and watch for more details on the website and in the 2015-16 EDUCATION BROCHURE which will be available later in August. Sunday Classes for children, youth and adults begin on September 13. Classes at FMC are 9:20-10:20 a.m. At FMC, parents will accompany their Preschool-Grade 6 children to Sunday School on the first day to meet teachers and take part in some family activities. At CMC, children, youth and adults meet together in the gym at 10:20 a.m. for group singing, prayer and activities. Children and youth then go to their classrooms while adults stay in the gym for Bible study. Classes end at 11:15 a.m.
Midweek School begins on September 9 at FMC. Kindergarten-Grade 6 students are to be present 3:45-5:30 p.m. Parents are to join students for an Opening Worship at 5:00 p.m. and a 5:30-6:30 p.m. pizza supper. Grade 7-8 Confirmation students meet for class, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Advance registration and payment is needed for the supper. You can do that by returning the form below or by logging in to the Pulse Portal on faithfoxvalley.org (or on the app) and clicking on register next to the event. Midweek School Family Pizza Supper September 9, 2015, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Family Name_______________________________________ We’ll be serving Little Caesar’s pizza, bread sticks, sauce, soda and cookies. Number attending __________ x $2.50 = $___________ amount due. Please return form and payment to the Faith Church office by September 4, 2015.
TENDING THE TREASURE in CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
We want our children to know and appreciate the rich treasure of grace that is theirs because of their baptism. We are called to tend that treasure through our congregation’s children’s ministry. Our Sunday School, Midweek School and nursery need adults and youth who are willing to share their faith and gifts. Please consider these opportunities and contact Kathleen Lane at the church office to talk more about how you can be involved.
Sunday School teacher at either Ministry Center for preschool-grade 6 students on a full-time, part-time or substitute basis.
Midweek School teachers for Grade 3 at the Faith Ministry Center. Midweek is 3:45-5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. An education degree or equivalent experience is required. There is a per session remuneration given.
Sunday School office assistant at CMC to unlock doors, record attendance and count offerings.
Technicians to run sound and video for Sunday School large groups.
Caregivers for infants and toddlers in the church nursery at both locations during Sunday education hour and Wednesday Midweek School.
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STEPHEN MINISTRY
Our Stephen Ministers Are Ready to Care!
Stephen Ministers are members of Faith who have been through extensive training and provide confidential, one-to-one, Christian care to people who are experiencing a difficult time. They listen, care, encourage, pray, and provide weekly support for as long as the need persists. If someone you know is hurting, find out more about Stephen Ministry by talking with one of our Stephen
Leaders: Joan Klaas, Dick Lane, Mary Nimmer, Kris Smith, Bob Zuehlsdorf, Amy Cox ([email protected] or 840-6640), or Pastor Jim Wiebel ([email protected] or 277-4851). Our Stephen Ministers are ready to bring God’s love and care to those in need.
CHILD CARE CENTERS 3100 E. Evergreen Dr., Appleton • (920) 734-1414 www.appletondaycare.com The back-to-school picnic is August 25 at 3 p.m. Games begin at 3 p.m., with dinner being served at 5 p.m.
The bike path is completed outside our center! The kids are enjoying themselves moving along the concrete path.
601 E. Glendale Ave., Appleton • (920) 739-7772 • www.faithchildcare.com Faith Child Care is excited to have celebrated its 26-year anniversary on July 29. We have been so blessed during those years to be able to share God’s Word and His love with so many children and their families. Thank you to the members of Faith Lutheran Church for their ongoing prayers and support of our mission. The Center celebrated their anniversary with a potluck and games for their families.
ADULTS GROWING IN THE WORD
OJT = IMT
You hear a lot these days about on-the-job training or OJT. This is training that is very specific to the job one is going to do. Stephen Ministry offers IMT: in-ministry training. No matter what kind of training you’ve had before, Stephen Ministry will teach you what you need to know about how to do a good job of caring for others. Is God calling you to find out more about becoming a Stephen Minister? Contact Pastor Jim Wiebel ([email protected]) or Amy Cox ([email protected]) today for more information.
PRAYER NUGGETS Faith’s prayer nuggets can be used as a teaching tool or inspiration to pray more often. Martin Luther Prayer Stokes the Fire."If I should neglect prayer but a single day, I should lose a great deal of the fire of faith." Prayer is our Lifeblood "To be a Christian without prayer is no more possible than to be alive without breathing."
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Transfers out Colleen Swenson James and Cynthia Russler New Members Received Randy & Kerry Ahrens; Elyse, Sydney Kaleb & Kelly Collins; Tyler, Lilah Will Hartmann Andy & Judy Hintz; Charlie, Oliver Karen Krake Bob & Jodie Larsen; Abigail, Adam Nate & Kristin Lowe Kaya Lueck Terrence & Rachel Roloff Ben Scherbarth
Al Spoehr Mark & Sheila Stelzl; Samantha, Sheridan Sue Trams Todd & Jacque Warneke Chelsea Weinfurtner David & Elsa Westmark Shawn White Rachel Hosking
Weddings Robert Gresens and Marie Kettner Samantha Heeter and Benjamen Fischer Baptisms Mason Andrew Fulcer Owen Maxwell Scanlan Deaths Eva Kieffer Frank Nauschultz Marian Hitter Rick Raatz
JUNE 2015 RITES AND RECORDS
Worship Attendance: June 2015 Celebration Ministry Center Faith Ministry Center 5:00 pm 9:00 am 8:00 am 9:30 am 6:00 pm TOTAL
YEAR-TO-DATE OFFERINGS COMPARED TO BUDGET (DOWN) $27,599
Capital Campaign Update
June 30, 2015
Total pledges received: 464 Total amount pledged: $2,128,614 Total Received: $2,105,643 Maintenance Projects Paid: $500,000
Payments on Mortgage Principal: $1,517,877
Mo. Payments on Mortgage Principal: $87,767
Total Paid: $2,105,644 Available balance on remaining maintenance projects: $0
CELEBRATE IMAGINE September 26-28, 2015 At the end of June, we came to the end of our Imagine capital campaign — a three-year journey that saw generous, sacrificial gifts of over $2.125-million. To every person who gave in faith: THANK YOU!! Pastor Aaron Rosenau recently said to a group of our church leaders, “I took time to do a little math. Do you know that because of gifts offered through Imagine we have already saved our congregation nearly $1.5 million in interest over the next 25 years?! I believe that is good management of the resources God has entrusted to us. And I cannot say thank you enough for helping to put us in a better position for whatever God has ready for us over the next two decades! Your contributions have been huge!” We have saved the congregation nearly one and a half million dollars in interest payments alone! And the principal on the mortgage that was $2.4-million three years ago has been reduced to $700,000. Incredible! That is an achievement worth celebrating. That celebration is planned for the weekend of September 27. We have also heard overwhelming feedback from the people of Faith, expressing a desire to do what we can to further retire the debt. So the weekend of September 27, as we celebrate what God has done through Imagine, we will ask the people of Faith for a special THANK OFFERING, given directly to paying the principal on the loan. KEY CONCEPT: On September 27, we will collect a one-time gift from everyone who wishes to contribute toward the retiring of our mortgage. (This is sometimes called a “Miracle Sunday” offering.)
Some may wish to give a single gift. Others may want to give a larger gift, but they want to stretch that gift over a period of 6-12 months.
Did you give a one-time gift at the beginning of Imagine? Are you in a position to give again?
Did you give an annual gift in 2012-2014? Can you give one more time?
Did you give monthly or weekly and wish to extend that pledge for another 6-12 months?
Are you new to Faith or to the Imagine campaign? Can you give a special one-time gift? However you choose to give to Celebrate Imagine, please consider this as an “above-and-beyond” offering. Faith still
counts on the regular giving for operational expenses. Please give according to your regular plan first; if you are able, consider a special thank offering in addition for Celebrate Imagine. The leaders of Faith are already pledging their gifts for September 27. A combined gift amount from our staff and volunteer leaders will be announced the weekend of September 13. Thank offerings and pledges may be designated for debt retirement using the blue “Imagine” or blue “Special Funding Appeal” envelopes, available at both Ministry Centers.
“… we have
already saved our
congregation
nearly $1.5 million
in interest over the
next 25 years.”
LifeTeam CHALLENGE
The LifeTeam Challenge: Try a LifeTeam for just eight weeks. That simple.
ROOTED IN FAITH
Grow Deep. Live Tall Coming 9.20.15 to Faith
“As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught,
abounding in it with thanksgiving.” ~ Colossians 2:6-7 (NKJV)
Our world and our lives are always changing. For good or bad, much of what we experience in life is in constant flux. How can we stay grounded in the midst of an ever-changing world? What can we hold on to when we are discouraged by so many things shifting around us? That’s what Rooted in Faith is all about — connecting the people of Faith with what does not change. October 31, 2017 will be the 500th anniversary of the Reformation — half a millennium will have passed since the night Martin Luther nailed 95 theses on a church door in Wittenberg, sparking important reforms in the Church. This is the critical message of Luther and the reformers: Jesus saves. We have favor with God, not by our status or successes or sacrifices, not by our decision or dedication or determination, but simply by God’s divine mercy in Jesus Christ. We are saved by grace. That is our Lutheran heritage. Over the next two years, leading up the Reformation anniversary, we will explore the major teachings of the Church that Christians held to be true long before 1517 — the truths of God that do not change as everything else shifts around us. As we dig more deeply into those truths of God, we will find God always calling us to live with courage, conviction, grace, and generosity. Grow deep. Live tall. As we launch into the Rooted in Faith theme, we will also engage the congregation in a LIFE-
TEAM CHALLENGE for anyone who is not already part of a small group at Faith.
LifeTeams are the center of Faith’s small group ministry. They offer the opportunity to explore the truths of our faith and to walk through life with genuine, caring friends — to ‘team up’ with people of faith to face the challenges and triumphs of life together. NEW LifeTeams are forming to coincide with the start of our Rooted in Faith theme; they will run mid-September to mid-November.
COMMIT: If you’re not already a part of a small group, we encourage you to COMMIT to a LifeTeam for just eight weeks. SELECT a day and time that fits into your schedule, and join a Team in a foundational study of what is most important to us at Faith. EXPERIENCE why so many people already involved in LifeTeam ministry wouldn’t want to give it up. We believe you’ll want to continue; but there’s no obligation past the 8-week study. ENJOY friendships that challenge you to grow in faith and a study that will help you identify and strengthen you in your life purpose.
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The Lane LifeTeam meets throughout the year to study the Word and get together for fun. This past Spring the small group formed a Thrivent Action
Celebration Lutheran School introduces Mrs. Debbie Kline as principal of the school. Mrs. Kline is a graduate of Concordia University Mequon and received her Master of Science in Education from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. She has spent 12 years working in Lutheran education as both a Counselor and a Principal. Debbie is married to her husband Steve, a pastor at Shepherd of the Hills in Greenville. They have two children. We welcome Mrs. Kline to our Celebration Lutheran School family!
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Join us for the Babe Johnson Memorial Golf Scramble!
Sunday, August 30 at 12:30 p.m. (shotgun start) Winagamie Golf Course, County Road BB For more information about this event and for a registration form, please visit faithfoxvalley.org and click on the “Coming Up” tab.
Communion Setters
New communion setters (and those who'd like a refresher course or more information) are invited to a training session. This will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4 in the altar room at the Faith Ministry Center. Contact Karen Boeder ([email protected]) or Jeanne Braatz ([email protected]) with any questions.
Fox Valley Technical College Seeking Host Families for International Students
Fall 2015 Semester Mathias is a 20-year old male student from France who will be studying at FVTC for one academic year. Mathias is open-minded and sincere. He works during holidays as an animator for children. He loves to be around animals, enjoys computer games, crafting and listening to music. He has an interest in math, history and wants to study the history of the USA. Mathias will need to live with a family who is on the bus line or with a family willing to transport him to and from FVTC. Mathias is participating in the Youth for Understanding (YFU) program. He will study for one year at FVTC. A small stipend will be provided to host families which helps with the costs of hosting a student. Expected to arrive around 8/22/15. Contact Nancy Peters ASAP for additional information!([email protected] or (920) 735-4844)
THIRD WEEK OFFERING On the third weekend of each month, Faith is giving away all “loose plate” offerings to world mission partners, area charities and other non-profits. Offerings received August 15-17 will be given to Celebration Lutheran School. Celebration Lutheran School, a ministry partner of Faith Lutheran Church, serves the community by working with parents to educate and nurture children. All children are encouraged to develop their individual and collective God-given talents and abilities.
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Students entering grades 9-12 in September and their parents.
WHAT
Information about the trip, fundraising opportunities,
and the registration process will be discussed.
If you are interested at all in
the National Youth Gathering, this is the meeting to attend! This is the only registration
meeting for this event.
CONFIRMATION ORIENTATION
WHO All students entering grades 7 and 8 for the 2015-16 school year and their parents.
WHAT & WHY Orientation meeting to share impor-tant information about Faith’s Confir-mation and Sunday School Ministries. Materials and supplies will also be handed out to all students.
WHEN & WHERE Wednesday, August 26, 2015 6:30-7:30PM Faith Ministry Center Sanctuary
END-OF-SUMMER YOUTH NIGHT
WHO Students who just completed grades 7 through 12.
WHAT, WHY, & HOW MUCH End-of Summer FUN & FOOD for only $5/person.
WHEN & WHERE Wednesday, August 19, 2015 Location & Time TBA—watch the FLY Facebook group page and church bul-letin for details
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH CHRIST IAN GROWTH OPPORTUNIT IE S
Summer is here! It’s that time of year for summer vacations, sports camps/leagues, summer jobs, summer school, fun with friends, and many other summer opportunities. The Board of Youth Ministry understands the busy schedules and other commitments students have. However, the Board also understands the importance of staying connected with a faith community. That is why, even though schools take a summer break, our Youth Ministry keeps on going. There are plenty of opportunities to en-gage in Faith’s Youth Ministry throughout the summer months - Noah’s Ark, Camp Luther, Lifest, and plenty of activities and opportunities for faith growth that will take place at both of our Ministry Centers. Keep checking the church bulletin, church newsletter, church website, and the F.L.Y. Appleton, WI Facebook group for dates, locations, and times for all of the SWYN ministry opportunities.
DATES TO REMEMBER
August 5 - SWYN - 6:30-8:30PM 12 - No SWYN 16-18 - 8th Grd Confirmation Retreat @ Camp Luther 19 - SWYN - 6:30-8:30PM 26 - Confirmation Orientation 6:30- 7:30PM @ FMC - National Youth Gathering Registration meeting 7:30-8:15pm @ FMC September 9 - First night of Confirmation 6:30-8:00pm - First night of WYN - 6:30-8:30pm
