Good News Christ Memorial Lutheran Church & School February 2019 “TOUGH LOVE” Some people have mixed feelings about February be- cause of a certain holiday. You know the one, with all the hearts and the flowers and the romance. Of course you know that I am talking about Valennes Day. Now, there are people who love Valennes Day, but others feel like it’s impossible to make the day a per- fect, romanc experience. The problem is that our world encourages an almost fairytale-level expectaon. But is there something deeper? I think that this holiday can be a reminder as to the true meaning of love. Let’s face it, for most guys, Valennes Day might seem to be a bit too flowery and soſt. Yet, I believe that true love is anything but flowery and soſt. True love gives and sacrifices. True love is even willing to lose its' life to save another. True love is tough - it’s tough love. Far too oſten, the love that Valennes Day tries to sell is based on what love we might receive in return. So, the expectaon is to love as long as the other person loves us. God has something far superior. Our Heavenly Fa- ther sent His Son, Jesus to give His life so that we might love. This is the definion of love. In John 15:13, Jesus said: “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” Also in Romans 5:8, Paul writes: “8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were sll sinners, Christ died for us. “ the truth is that we could never earn Gods love and yet in Jesus we have Gods perfect love as a giſt. It’s love that brought Jesus to the Cross, where He bled and died to show us Gods love!!!! This Valennes Day, lets show each Gods kind of love - tough love. This love looks for ways to give, especially when the other person is unable to love in return. This is the ulmate in love - to love because God first loved us. Let's make TOUGH LOVE the only message worth hearing! In Christ, Pastor Fred From the Pastor’s Desk MARK YOUR CALENDAR VOTER’S MEETING NEW DATE - Sunday, February 24th after Late Service PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND (lunch will be provided)
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Good News
Christ Memorial Lutheran Church & School
February 2019
“TOUGH LOVE”
Some people have mixed feelings about February be-cause of a certain holiday. You know the one, with all the hearts and the flowers and the romance. Of course you know that I am talking about Valentines Day.
Now, there are people who love Valentines Day, but others feel like it’s impossible to make the day a per-fect, romantic experience. The problem is that our world encourages an almost fairytale-level expectation. But is there something deeper? I think that this holiday can be a reminder as to the true meaning of love.
Let’s face it, for most guys, Valentines Day might seem to be a bit too flowery and soft. Yet, I believe that true love is anything but flowery and soft. True love gives and sacrifices. True love is even willing to lose its' life to save another. True love is tough - it’s tough love.
Far too often, the love that Valentines Day tries to sell is based on what love we might receive in return. So, the expectation is to love as long as the other person loves us. God has something far superior. Our Heavenly Fa-ther sent His Son, Jesus to give His life so that we might love. This is the definition of love.
In John 15:13, Jesus said: “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” Also
in Romans 5:8, Paul writes: “8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. “ the truth is that we could never earn Gods love and yet in Jesus we have Gods perfect love as a gift. It’s love that brought Jesus to the Cross, where He bled and died to show us Gods love!!!!
This Valentines Day, lets show each Gods kind of love - tough love. This love looks for ways to give, especially when the other person is unable to love in return. This is the ultimate in love - to love because God first loved us. Let's make TOUGH LOVE the only message worth hearing!
In Christ, Pastor Fred
From the Pastor’s Desk
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
VOTER’S MEETING
NEW DATE - Sunday, February 24th after Late Service
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND
(lunch will be provided)
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President Report Joel McFadden
Last month I shared some information regarding Christ
Memorial’s Constitution and governing principles.
This month I will give you a snapshot of how the
church is managed on a regular basis.
We have meetings as a congregation, infrequently.
There are two Voters meetings each year. There are
special congregational meetings for Calling a Pastor or
major financial decisions. The Winter meeting of
Voters elects the slate of officers and committees put
forth by the Nominating Committee. The Summer
meeting of Voters approves the Budget which is
prepared by the Finance Committee.
The church government is set up with elected and
appointed Officers, Boards and Committees. These
meet to manage the affairs of the church according to
the budget and any other instructions from the Voters.
The Boards and Committees include: Elders, Pre-
School, Youth, Finance, Community Service, Parish
Education, Stewardship, Missions and Trustees. Each
of these groups meet on their own schedule as needed.
A representative of each makes a report at our Church
Council and Voters Meetings.
Church Council meets monthly and is made up of
the leaders of these groups and our officers, President,
Vice President, Treasurer, Financial Secretary and
Congregational Secretary.
As President I chair the meeting, using a standard
agenda along with room for special discussions. Pastor
gives a report and a devotion. Each officer and Board or
Committee Representative makes a report as well.
Topics which require Congregational action are
presented, initiated and reviewed in Council before
sending on to Voters for action.
Our Constitution describes the authority which is vested
in Pastor, Officers, Boards, Committees, Council,
Voters and Congregational Meetings.
A new state-of-the-art wireless network has been installed throughout the entire church facility! Members and guests can access the network through their smartphone, tablet or computer by selecting CLMC_GUEST_NETWORK as your wireless network. You will be able to use the network for three hours before you are required to sign back in. If you need to use the network for a longer period, you can select “CMLC” as your network. You will also need a password. Please contact the church office for the password. Please do not share the password for the network outside of the church family. Password is subject to change. A special thank you to Steve Schumm, Ron Niesen, Jeff Walker, Rob Hall, Randy Quinn and Mark Hassenplug for making this happen.
NEW WIRELESS NETWORK
Snapshot of Church Management
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Stewardship Corner
God’s Love A pastor visited a member of his congregation
who was a farmer. He noticed that the farmer had a
weathervane on top of his new barn with the
inscription, "God is
love." What do you
mean by putting those
words on your weath-
ervane?" he asked. "Do
you mean that God's
love is as changeable as
the wind?"
"Oh, no, just the oppo-
site," the farmer replied.
"I mean that God's love
is the same no matter
which way the wind
blows."
Very likely the farmer had in mind the verse from
Hebrews 13:8 which reads, "Jesus Christ is the same
yesterday and today and forever." This is a good
verse for all of us to remember. Maybe the past year
wasn't such a great one for you. All kinds of things
happen that can make us doubt God's love for us.
Maybe you lost your job. Maybe you failed that
important test you spent hours studying for. Maybe
your best friend betrayed you. Maybe someone you
were close to died. Life can be very confusing and
frightening. Sometimes it's hard to admit to another
person that we're scared or worried, that we don't
"have it all together." God knows, and His love for
you remains constant even though your emotions may
run from very high to very low.
As painful as some of these experiences are, you can
really learn from them. Best of all, they serve to help
you mature in faith. Furthermore, they teach you about
other people. If you have these problems, don't you
think others may too, even if they don't talk about
them? The Apostle Paul knew what it was like to have
problems, and he found a purpose in them: "Praise be
to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the
Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, Who
comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort
those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves
have received from God" (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
First, you should praise God for the comfort He gives
you. He is the Father of all compassion! Then, Paul
says, you should comfort others just as God has
comforted you. How can you do this? By listening,
by being patient when friends don't act as they should
as a result of their emotional pain, and, most of all, by
sharing your experience with them and telling them of
the comfort God brings. Doing these things is
practicing good stewardship of the gifts God has given
you.
You don't know what will happen, but you do know
that God will not change, even though everything
around you may. Keep your eyes looking up at God.
Prayer: Dear heavenly Father, thank You for Your
presence in my life, even when I forget You. Help me
to learn to trust in You and to cast my cares on You
(1 Peter 5:7). Help me to tell others that they have a
changeless Friend in Jesus. In His name I pray, amen.
Blessings on your Journey as a Steward!
LOVE IS A FIRSTFRUIT OF FAITH.
“As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in My love. If you keep my commandments, you will abide in His love.”
(John 15:9)
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Pre-School & Kindergarten News Jodie Merow
VALENTINE, REGISTRATION & STAFF
One of my favorite months of our Pre-
school / Kindergarten is February!
Children love Valentine’s Day and they
are so careful and purposeful to make
sure just the right card, picture or piece
of candy gets to the person it was intended for. To
adults, all of those Valentines may look the same, but
to a child, each one is unique! I believe God sees each
of us that way. He loves each one as if there was only
one! It is a great privilege to watch these little children
grow in their love for the Lord each day!
February is the month in which we open registration
for the 2019-2020 school year. Please pray for the
registration process and for all of the families God will
bring to our doors. Registration for all CMLC members
will be held on Thursday, February 7th! You can come
to the school office anytime between the hours of 9:00-
3:00. Any members with children the ages of
Pre-school through Kindergarten should have received
information in the mail. If we missed you, please
accept my apologies and feel free to call me at (610)
296-0650!
I would like to take this
opportunity to introduce
you to some of our very
special staff members! I
will start off with Mrs.
Donna O’Lone. Donna
has been on our staff since
2001. Donna has three
grown daughters, three wonderful sons-in-law and 5
beautiful grandchildren, including the newest additions,
twin boys! Donna and her husband Ed live in
Coatesville. Donna teaches one of our M/W 3’s
classes, a Monday afternoon 3’s Enrichment class and
she serves as our librarian! Donna is blessed to have
one of her grandchildren in her class this year! Donna
has a heart for all people and her caring nature blesses
all of us!
Next is Mrs. Elaine Thompson. Believe it or not, Christ
Memorial Lutheran School has been blessed to have
Mrs. Thompson on staff since 1992! Elaine is the mom
of two grown children, the mom-in-law of two and the
grandmom or “Nona” of a new little granddaughter!
Elaine and her husband Ed live in West Chester. Elaine
has taught many classes in her tenure here, but this year
she is teaching a 3’s Enrichment class and working
with the M/W 3’s children. Elaine is sweet and kind
and truly a peaceful person. She is a great gift to all of
us!
The next staff member I would like to tell you about is
Mrs. Amy Waters. Amy has been on staff since 2007. I
first noticed Amy when she served as a nanny for one
of our school families and couldn’t wait for her to join
us! Amy has twin 8 year old boys at home. Both her
boys came to CMLS from Young 3’s through
Kindergarten! Amy and her husband, Bob, live in
Coatesville and they also have a dog named, “Jazzie”.
Amy is a cheerful, loving person and she is always
smiling! She teaches Pre-K in both the morning and
afternoon. What a joy she is to all of us!
Next is Mrs. Elaine Grauch. Elaine has been on staff
since 1997. Elaine is the mom of four grown children
Preschool &
MEET OUR STAFF
Donna O’Lone and Elaine Thompson
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and the mom-in-law of their four spouses. Elaine and
her husband, Jack, live in West Chester and they are
the grandparents of nine grandchildren from VA to
CA! Elaine also spends her weekends caring for
her mom. Elaine is a sweet and kind person with a
wonderful, positive outlook on life! Elaine has taught
Young 3’s in the past, but now teaches our 3’s classes
four days a week. She is a ray of sunshine to all of us!
The last person I would like to tell you about is Mrs.
Trish Carrozza. Ms. Trish, as she is lovingly referred to
by the children, is the mom of two grown children. She
and her husband, Ralph, live in Broomall. Ms. Trish
has been on staff since 2002. Ms. Trish stopped by
looking for directions one day, and we never let her
leave! Trish is a very talented artist and you have seen
her work many times at our school events. Ms. Trish is
a woman who loves the Lord and enjoys bringing the
Gospel message to the children each day. Trish works
with the Pre-K, both morning and afternoon. We are all
so blessed to share Trish’s gifts and talents and the gift
of her presence here at CMLS.
I hope, during this Valentine month, you will know
how much we at CMLS appreciate and love you, the
congregation of Christ Memorial Lutheran Church.
You are the prayer covering for our children and
families. That is a gift that can only be measured in our
hearts. Thank you!
Amy Waters, Elaine Grauch and Trish Carrozza
Pre-School & Kindergarten News continued
YOUTH/FAMILY Events
Join us on First Friday Fun Night, for Movie Night! There will be food (pizza, hot dogs and drinks) and of course a MOVIE! You don’t need to sign-up but if you think you are coming, please indicate on the sheet on the bulletin board across from the school’s office. We hope to see you there!
Our movie will be “Horton Hears a Who.” An elephant named Horton finds a speck of dust floating in the Jungle of Nool. Upon investigation of the speck, Horton discovers the tiny city of Who-ville and its residents, the Whos, which he
can hear but cannot see. Horton forms a friendship with the mayor of Who-ville, Ned McDodd, and promises to transport Who-ville to safety. However, Horton encounters opposition from his jungle neighbors, who don't want to believe in the existence of Who-ville.
For 6th Grade through High Schoolers, there will be a movie in the Youth Room.
FIRST FRIDAY FUN March 1st, 6:00 - 8:30 pm
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Greetings from the Women’s Guild!
Sunday, January 13th Meeting:
We gathered together on Sunday, Jan. 13th following late service for an afternoon of devotion, food, fun, fellowship, and quilts!
Our hostesses were Susan Bell, and Linda Knoll.
After the meeting was adjourned, we worked on finishing off the quilts to go to OGT.
Sunday, February 10th from noon to 2 pm
Come and enjoy lunch and learn about this nearby wonderful museum. Hagley features indoor and outdoor exhibitions, including restored mills, workers community, and the ancestral home and garden of the du Pont family. This is open to all so bring your spouses and friends. Admission passes for all in attendance.
March - no meeting - Along with the school, in March we celebrate Lutheran School Week. On Monday, March 4th and Tuesday, March 5th at 9 am in the Great Room, the Guild provides an open house brunch for the preschool parents and families. It’s a wonderful time for our church family to mingle with the school family. All are invited. Look for a sign-up sheet to bring items to the brunch.
Tuesday, April 8th Meeting at 7 pm
Our hostesses will be Dottie Buerger and Diane Scherzer. Our program will be led by Brittany Osteen on the topic, Art Therapy. Be prepared to learn about this and even experience a bit of painting.
Saturday, April 27th LWML Philadelphia Zone Spring Rally - Please mark your calendar for the Spring Rally. Watch for more information to be coming.
June 20-23, 2019, LWML 38th Biennial Convention will be in Mobile Alabama. The theme is “In Praise to the LORD!” and the scripture verse is: “Sing to the Lord, all the earth! Tell of His salvation from day to day. Declare His glory
among the nations.” (1 Chronicles 16:23–24a) Information can be found in the winter issue of The Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly and on the LWML-ED website!
LWML, Women’s Guild All women High School age and up are
invited to Women Guild. Come join us in
Christian service and fellowship.
January Luncheon, Quilting & Sewing
Susan, Linda and Carol working on a quilt!
Dorothy, Dottie and Susanne busy tying knots
CMLC WOMEN’S GUILD MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Women’s Guild of Christ
Memorial Lutheran Church is to give women of our
congregation opportunities to:
Unite with Christ to Serve,
Support and promote the objectives and programs of the
Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) and CMLC,
Participate in Christian Service, and
Foster Christian fellowship.
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Luncheon and Hagley Museum Lecture Sunday, Feb. 10th from noon to 2 pm
Open to the Congregation
Located on 235 acres along the banks of the Brandywine in Wilmington, Delaware, Hagley is the site of the gunpowder works founded by E. I. du Pont in 1802. This example of early American industry includes restored mills, a workers' community, and the ancestral home and gardens of the du Pont family. Open to the whole congregation.
Come and enjoy lunch and learn about the Hagley Museum. This nearby wonderful museum features indoor and outdoor exhibitions. While sponsored by Women Guild, this is open to all so bring your spouses, family and friends. Admission passes for all in attendance.
Any questions, please contact Linda Knoll or Susan Bell or the church office at email: [email protected] or 610-644-4508. While not required, if you think you are attending, please let the church office so we can make sure we have enough passes.
Elders John Grobe TOTAL INVOLVEMENT
Our Savior commands us in Matthew 28 to “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
This passage of Christ’s Sermon on the Mount known as The Great Commission clearly defines the purpose of our life and church. Please ask yourself how can you and Christ Memorial better perform this critical charge?
ChurchGrowth.org published a study of how people started attending church finding:
86% - A friend invited me 6% - Organized Visitation 6% - Invited by the pastor 2% - Advertising
Those stats shocked me, but think about. In the modern era, we become so jaded by advertising, and many times select avenues to avoid them: DVR, satellite radio, etc. A pastor can only be at one place at any given time, and his duties so often are driven by current ministries and parishioners. We can make a positive impact on those around us while strengthening CMLC.
The Board of Elders has sanctioned a Communications Working Group to reach the local community. The Group will form and execute a multimedia plan to raise CMLC’s awareness in the local area. Please note this is a working group – not a formal committee. Please contact me at [email protected] or 610.462.4545 if you are interested in participating. In Christ,
On Sunday, January 20th during the early service, we welcomed into the Lord’s family and The Christ Memorial family Tyler James Harkins. Tyler is the son of Bradley and Amy Harkins. His sponsors are Nathan Bohler and Meghan Paul.
On Sunday, January 27th during the late service, we welcomed into the Lord’s family and The Christ Memorial family Terry Lee Conrad III. Terry is the son of Terry Genevieve Conrad. His sponsors are his grandparents, Terry Lee Conrad Sr. and Joyce Conrad.
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In Memoriam Clarence H. Schatz
September 8, 1925 - December 28, 2018
Clarence H. Schatz, 93, died Friday, December 28,
2018, at Freedom Village.
Clarence was born in Souderton, Pennsylvania on
September 8, 1925, the son of Clarence Landes and
Amelia (Guertler) Schatz. Clarence was preceded in
death by his beloved wife, Mary Sue, whom he shared
nearly 58 years of marriage, a brother Erwin and all of
his generational family. He is survived by three
children; Stephanie Hallock (the late John Osipowicz)
of Coatesville, Cindy Schatz (Kevin Maschhoff) of
Wakefield, Ma., and John Schatz (Linda Young) of
Walnut Creek, Ca.; six grandchildren - Jenifer Laslo of
Exton, Stacey Hallock of Coatesville, Paul Maschhoff
of Boston,Ma., PFC. Rachel Schatz, Jonathan Schatz
of Walnut Creek, Ca., Skylar Schatz of Walnut Creek,
Ca; four great-grandchildren – James Stallard, Colin
Stallard, Alexander Laslo, Maddox Laslo; Sister-in-
law Dorothy Ruggless and niece Kathy Ruggless, both
from Pennsauken, N.J. In addition to his home in West
Chester, Clarence and Mary Sue owned a house in the
Florida Keys, where he would spend some of the
winter with friends.
Due to family moves, Clarence attended public schools
in Souderton, Red Lion, Pa., and Merchantville, N.J.
Later he attended The Williamson Trade School,
where his technical training was interrupted when he
volunteered for the US Air Force, during World War
II.
During his period as an Aviation Cadet, in addition to
college training, he was privileged to serve at various
bases in Indiana, Ohio, and Texas. Later he became a
member of tow-target crews off the coast of Texas,
training foreign fighter pilots in simulated attack
situations. His training continued at the B29 Engineer-
ing School, which he completed just as the war ended.
Shortly thereafter, he returned to complete his training
at Williamson.
Immediately upon graduation
from Williamson he began
employment as a machinist
with Scott Paper Company.
The same year he began his
education at Drexel night
school where after fifteen
years he earned both B.S in
engineering and MBA
degrees. His career with
Scott Paper prospered during
this time and he advanced
through various managerial
positions in maintenance operations to Staff
Engineering. Later he was chosen to manage areas in
Engineering Development in Research before joining
New Product Development as a technical manager.
His forty-plus years with Scott Paper Company
brought much personal satisfaction through the many
relationships developed at all levels of employee
involvement.
Following retirement, Clarence volunteered his time
with Score, RSVP, the Chester County Office of
Aging and Chester County Development. Above all he
was dedicated to the service of His Lord and took an
active role in his church, Christ Memorial Lutheran
Church in Malvern. In addition to serving in many
leadership positions during his 55-plus years in the
congregation, he felt most privileged to lead bible
studies, both at church and as part of the small group
ministry. He knew that teaching was the best way to
learn.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Adult
Bible Study at Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, 89
Line Road, Malvern, Pa.
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish
but have eternal life.”
(John 3:16 ESV)
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In Memoriam
Edward A Barrow
February 3, 1928 to January 4, 2019
Edward A. Barrow, 90 of Downingtown, PA, peacefully passed on January 4, 2019 with his beloved wife of 67 years at his side.
Born in Bronx, NY – son of the late Albert Barrow and Ruth Schmidt Barrow, and raised in New Hyde Park, Long Island. He graduated from Sewanhaka High School, attended Julliard, served in the US Army – 1946-1948, attained Bachelor and Master degrees from University of Rochester, Eastman School of Music, and Doctorate of Music Composition from West Virginia University.
Dr. Barrow came to West Chester State Teachers’ College (WCU) in 1956 as Associate Professor of Mu-sic, then Professor, Chair of Instrumental Dept. and prior to his retirement in 1994 – Interim Dean of the School of Music.
Edward arranged, composed and published music for children, adult and handbell church choirs. His was one of five original families who founded Christ Memorial Lutheran Church in Malvern. He served as Trustee, Elder and for 55 years, served as the Choir and Handbell Director.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brother, Donald Barrow and granddaughter, Michele Lesher (nee Blundin). He is survived by his wife, Naomi Barrow (nee Degen), daughters: Ruth Blundin (Brent), Althea Kotroba (Steven), and Janet Reynolds (Scott). He also is survived by 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Christ Memorial Lutheran Church.
Christ Memorial and Ed Barrow
When Ed and Naomi, with baby Ruth came to this area in 1956, Line Road was just an empty field. Ed was hired to be an associate Professor of Music at West Chester State Teachers’ College (which is now known as West Chester University). He was one of the five
original families in the Malvern and Paoli area that felt there was a need of a Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod here.
The first service was held on May 12, 1957 at the Monday Afternoon Club. On August 18, 1957, Pastor Heilman accepted a call as a missionary-in-large. Out of the Monday Afternoon Club, Christ Memorial Lutheran Church was formed.
When the first election of the church was held after ratifying the constitution, Ed Barrow was one of the first Trustees and Elders. He and his family have been here throughout the years. Two more girls were born to Ed and Naomi, Thea and Janet; Janet being the last child to be baptized in 1961 at the Monday Afternoon Club. The new church building at 89 Line Road was dedicated on April 1, 1962.
While Ed served the church in many capacities, he was best known as the Choir and Handbell Director. In March of 1959, Ed Barrow offered to direct a Junior Choir. In 1962, the Senior Choir (now known as the Adult Choir) was formed. Around 1977, Ed and Naomi, along with Sherry Snelling, went to Ephrata to look at handbells. Two Octaves were purchased and the Handbell Choir was established.
Over the years, the choirs have performed not only at Sunday services but for weddings, funerals, baptisms, installations, and confirmations.
Ed obtained his doctoral degree in music in 1970 and used his expertise in arranging and composing music for both the Adult Choir and the Handbell Choir. One of his earlier Handbell piece was “O Perfect Love” written especially for the wedding ceremony of Sherry Snelling to Tony Gallucci in 1979. Other Handbell pieces included “God, Himself is Present”, “Immortal Invisible” along with many Christmas songs.
For the Adult Choir, the all-time favorite song that Ed composed was “Noah,” which has been preformed many times here at CMLC. Like Noah, Ed was a “righteous man.”
In 2012, Ed retired as CMLC Choir and Handbell Director. For 55 years, Ed was the backbone of the music ministry. He was truly a blessing to this church.
Ed directing the Adult Choir
Parish Ed
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WINTER ADULT BIBLE CLASSES - starting January 6th BOUNDARIES: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life
Drawing on principles from the Bible, the Boundaries DVD video study features
Doctors Henry Cloud and John Townsend, who uncover the secrets to setting
healthy boundaries that provide the framework for rich, productive relationships. As
a participant, you’ll learn how to live your life more fully, display truth, and love more
freely through a journey of discovery and practical application. Leader: Beth Quinn
(Rm 5)
The Lutheran Difference - A Comparison of Christian Denominations
So, you’re a Lutheran – but as you interact with other Christians, you
struggle to explain your beliefs and practices. You have learned
the “what” of the doctrines of the Church, but you may not have a full
scriptural foundation to share the “why.” You struggle to clearly state your
faith – much less understand the differences. Because of this insecurity,
you may avoid opportunities to share what you have learned from Christ
and His Word. If this sounds familiar, this course is for you! The
class is structured around the Nicene Creed, to help you learn, The
Lutheran Difference – how we differ biblical from other Christian
denominations – preparing you to share your faith clearly, and help non-
Lutherans understand our faith. Leader: Mark B. Hassenplug (Rm 7)
The Book of Ephesians (J.D. Greear) Has it ever dawned on you
that nothing has ever dawned on God? He knew before the world
began that His people would face hardship, so He gave us His Word.
The Book of Ephesians is a survival manual - it equips believers to
thrive in a world that hates the message of Jesus Christ. Paul the
Apostle writes to encourage believers to live well - we've been lifted
from the graveyard of sin and called to shout the gospel into the dark-
ened world. In this video-based study the class will discuss in depth the application of Paul’s
letter to our witness today. Leader: Ron Niesen (Rm 8)
LifeLight: Wilderness Wandering This class is an in-depth study of the Old
Testament books of Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Its topics
include: How Did We Get Here?, Making Offerings, Priestly Ministry, Clean
and Unclean, Atonement, Holiness, Festivals, By the "Numbers",
and Planning to Settle. These final three books of the Torah provide essential
prophesies given to the 'Children of God' to guide them then and us now.
Leaders: Jim Bell & Dave Dornseif (Library)
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Bible Studies
LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League)
LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League) - Our Bible study
Where Love Abides, will continue through February, completing
lessons seven and eight.
The LWML Bible Study meets Thursday morning in the church library at 9:30am for
fellowship and 10:00-11:30am for study and prayer. We welcome all women. Please
join us. For additional information please call Dorothy Koschmann 484-887-0623 or
Diane Scherzer 610-738-4821.
M.I.G.H.T. (Men in God’s Hands Together)
(Men’s Saturday Bible Study; 8am-9:30am Saturday’s in the Library) – Please join us for a dynamic
discussion of books of the Bible and Christian topics. Our studies range from 3-4 weeks video-based
studies from sources such as Luther Hour Ministries, Concordia Publishing, and Right
Now Media to reading books of the Bible together and discussing what they means to
us. There is never a bad time to join so please take this opportunity to be in fellowship
with Christian men who each have their own unique experiences and questions about
scripture to share with each other to gain deeper understanding. You need not be a
member of our church; you and any friend(s) you choose to bring are always welcome.
L.I.G.H.T. (Ladies in God’s Hands Together) This small group LIGHT Bible class is from 9:00 am to 11:30 am in the church
library. The class is open to ALL women. For more information, contact Cindy
One is “Motherwise”, a 20-week Bible study for mothers, grandmothers and those
who are not yet mothers who are searching for answers to good mothering. This study
will help you to go through the scripture and apply it to you daily life.
The second study is for those who wanted to read the Bible from Genesis to Revelation.
The “Bible Study Together” will guide you through the Bible, finding answers an new
discoveries in the Word of God.
The cost is $ 20. Childcare is covered by free will offering.
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Celebrating with YOU!!!
Name Date
Tom Ferro 2/1 Rob Hall 2/4 Mark Koschmann 2/4 Jennifer Ramirez 2/6 Seneca Beaver 2/7 Jennifer Hallock 2/7 Betty Heimlich 2/7 Stacey Hallock 2/11 Megan Noble 2/13 Sandhya Devarapalli 2/15 Grace Furey 2/14 Lauren Brauer 2/19 Conrad Ramirez 2/19 Carol Wildauer 2/20 Leon Chou 2/21 Arnold Ziccardi 2/21 Hannah Hofmeister 2/22 Johanna Hantel 2/25 Christelle Shelton 2/25 Everett Chou 2/26 Tina Deliberato 2/28 Charlotte Granzow 2/28 Rebecca Purnell 2/28
So Sorry… if we missed your special day.
We would appreciate it if you
would let the church office know
so we can update our records. Thanks!
Name Date Years Barbara & David Read 2/1/1975 44 Ron & Carla Niesen 2/9/1991 28 Christine & Doug Coluccio 2/10/2007 12 Suresh & Sandhya Devarapalli 2/19/2009 10 Edward & Edna Aharonian 2/21/1960 59
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY...
January - March Portal of Prayer
Are now in!
Pick one up in the Great Room, the Church Entrance or the School
Entrance.
SONG BASKET
Do you have a suggestion for a song? Write the name of the song and the singer or composer on a piece of paper and place it in the song basket at the back of the Great Room. Maybe we will sing your suggestion!
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Friday, February 1st NO SCHOOL - Winter Break 6 pm Parent Night Out
Saturday, February 2nd Groundhog Day 8:00 am M.I.G.H.T. (Library) Sunday, February 3rd Fourth Sunday after Epiphany 8:30 am Traditional Worship 9:45 am Bible Study for Adult & Children 9:45 am Confirmation Class (FH) 11:00 am Contemporary Worship
Wednesday, February 6th 9:30 am LIGHT (Library) 6:30 pm Handbells (Lib) 7:30 pm Adult Choir (Loft)
Thursday, February 7th Registration for CMLCS 9:30 am LWML Bible Study (Library) Friday, February 8th Registration for CMLCS 9:30 am Pre-School Chapel 10:30 am K-Spanish Class (GR) 1:00 pm Pre-School Chapel Saturday, February 9th Good Works 8:00 am M.I.G.H.T. (Library)
Sunday, February 10th Fifth Sunday after Epiphany 8:30 am Traditional Worship 9:45 am Bible Study for Adult & Children 9:45 am Confirmation Class (FH) 11:00 am Contemporary Worship After late service - Luncheon and Hagley Museum Talk (FH)
Monday, February 11th 7:00 pm ALANON (FH) 7:00 pm School Board Mtg (Lib) Tuesday, February 12th 6:30 pm Cadette Troop 4364 (Lib) Wednesday, February 13th Registration for CMLCS open to the community 9:30 am LIGHT (Library) 6:30 pm Handbells (Lib) 6:30 pm Junior Troop 435 (Rm 8) 7:30 pm Adult Choir (Loft)
Thursday, February 14th Valentine’s Day 9:30 am LWML Bible Study (Library)
Friday, February 15th
Saturday, February 16th 8:00 am M.I.G.H.T. (Library)
Sunday, February 17th Sixth Sunday after Epiphany 8:30 am Traditional Worship 9:45 am Bible Study for Adult & Children 9:45 am Confirmation Class (FH) 11:00 am Contemporary Worship Baptism of Cassandra & Savannah Bannan
Monday, February 18th President’s Day Office Closed/ School Closed 7:00 pm ALANON (FH)
Thursday, February 21st 9:30 am LWML Bible Study (Library)
Friday, February 22nd 9:30 am Pre-School Chapel 1:00 pm Pre-School Chapel
Saturday, February 23rd 8:00 am M.I.G.H.T. (Library)
Sunday, February 24th Seventh Sunday after Epiphany 8:30 am Traditional Worship 9:45 am Bible Study for Adult & Children 9:45 am Confirmation Class (FH) 11:00 am Contemporary Worship Voters Meeting after late service (FH)
Monday, February 25th 7:00 pm ALANON (FH) 7:00 pm Council (Lib)
Tuesday, February 26th 6:30 pm Cadette Troop 4364 (Lib)
Wednesday, February 27th 9:30 am LIGHT (Library) 6:30 pm Handbells (Lib) 7:30 pm Adult Choir (Loft)
Thursday, February 28th 9:30 am LWML Bible Study (Library)
Sunday, February 10th from noon to 2 pm Open to the Congregation
Come and enjoy lunch and learn about the Hagley Museum. This nearby wonderful museum features indoor and outdoor exhibitions, including restored mills, a workers community, and the ancestral home and garden of the du Pont family. Sponsor by Women Guild, but this is open to all so bring your spouses and friends. Admission passes for all in attendance.
Any questions, please contact Linda Knoll or Susan Bell or the church office at 610-644-4508, email: [email protected].
COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, Feb. 25th 7 PM
CMLCS Registration
Feb. 7th - Open to CMLC members, Kindergarten & siblings as well as 2x2, Young 3s, PM 3s and PM PreK. Feb 8th - Open to AM 3’s and AM PreK
