MESSIAH MESSENGER - AUG 2017 PAGE 1 PASTOR’S PAGE by Pastor Scott Peterson [email protected]Dear Friends of the Living Messiah, WHAT A SUMMER THIS HAS BEEN AT MLC!!! In June and July… Music Camp was seasoned by the ten children with us from the Christ Kiswahili Lutheran mission in Nashville. Lots of other guest children joined in rocking to a new musical based on Acts 1-10, entitled Rockin' with the Rock. LEAP ACADEMY, a mission in Horizon Elementary School in Madison, began this summer helped by the initiative and support of MLC. LEAP builds a foundation of supporting relationships helping students develop their potential for leadership. Vacation Bible School: Bible stories, crafts, singing, mission projects, and games delivered the theme of God's Gifts of Love to 20 energetic kids Pre-K to Grade 5. Wedding: William Strand (son of Stephen & Claire) married Kayla Cornwell on July 8. The Baptism of Ashlyn Juul Palmer, granddaughter of Don and Lizzie, was July 16. Senior Youth Mission Trip: Members of the Senior Youth traveled to Jacksonville, FL July 15 -21 under the leadership of Sara Galyon, MLC's new Director of Youth and Education Ministries. WHAT IS NEXT? In August… Rally Day is August 6. Sunday School classes will start again, the Senior Youth will tell about their mission trip, Sara Galyon will preach, and we will celebrate with the “best wurst” picnic lunch ever. Backpack Blessing will also be a part of both worship services on August 6. Confirmation Classes will start Wednesday, August 9. Nine students ages 13 -21 in the Second Year Class will prepare to affirm the Christian faith they entered in Baptism. Baptism: Helen Elissa Hopkin, daughter of Diedre and Daniel, will be Baptized on August 20. The Blessing of Kits and Quilts will also be celebrated on August 20 before they go out to people around the world. Did you know that MLC sends the most pounds of kits and quilts to Lutheran World Relief of any of the 161 congregations of the SE Synod? We do! WHAT'S MORE? This Fall... The 500th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation will be celebrated at MLC through adult classes based on these writings of Martin Luther: The Freedom of a Christian, The Babylonian Captivity of the Church, and Luther's Large Catechism. These classes will take place during the Sunday School hour (9:45- 10:45 a.m.) and on Wednesday evenings (6:30-7:30 p.m.). Let's learn what we believe as Lutherans so we can share God's good news through our lives. Our New Lunches for Learning School, Jesus Tadeo Flores in Honduras, will receive me as a visitor in September. MLC adopted this small school to provide daily lunches because they seemed to have the greatest needs. Thanks to your generosity, lunches have been provided since February! “WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?” is a frequent question in Luther's Small Catechism. Look at what is written above! I believe the clear message is that the Spirit of our risen Lord (AKA the Holy Spirit) is vibrantly at work among us and through us. Thanks be to God! Pastor Sct Peterson They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. Awe came upon everyone, because many wonders and signs were being done by the apostles. --Acts 2:42-43 Sundays at 8:30 a.m. August 6 Now the Feast w/LS August 13 LBW Setting 2 August 20 LBW Setting 1 w/LS August 27 WOV Service of Word & Prayer Sundays at 11:00 a.m. August 6 LBW Setting 2 w/LS August 13 Chicago Folk w/LS August 20 Contemporary Service August 27 WOV Bread of Life w/LS AUGUST SERVICES OF WORSHIP LBW = Lutheran Book of Worship | WOV = With One Voice ELW = Evangelical Lutheran Worship | LS = Lord’s Supper
WHAT A SUMMER THIS HAS BEEN AT MLC!!! In June and July…
Music Camp was seasoned by the ten children with us from the Christ Kiswahili Lutheran mission in Nashville. Lots of other guest children joined in rocking to a new musical based on Acts 1-10, entitled Rockin' with the Rock.
LEAP ACADEMY, a mission in Horizon Elementary School in Madison, began this summer helped by the initiative and support of MLC. LEAP builds a foundation of supporting relationships helping students develop their potential for leadership.
Vacation Bible School: Bible stories, crafts, singing, mission projects, and games delivered the theme of God's Gifts of Love to 20 energetic kids Pre-K to Grade 5.
Wedding: William Strand (son of Stephen & Claire) married Kayla Cornwell on July 8.
The Baptism of Ashlyn Juul Palmer, granddaughter of Don and Lizzie, was July 16.
Senior Youth Mission Trip: Members of the Senior Youth traveled to Jacksonville, FL July 15-21 under the leadership of Sara Galyon, MLC's new Director of Youth and Education Ministries.
WHAT IS NEXT? In August…
Rally Day is August 6. Sunday School classes will start again, the Senior Youth will tell about their mission trip, Sara Galyon will preach, and we will celebrate with the “best wurst” picnic lunch ever.
Backpack Blessing will also be a part of both worship services on August 6.
Confirmation Classes will start Wednesday, August 9. Nine students ages 13-21 in the Second Year Class will prepare to affirm the Christian faith they entered in Baptism.
Baptism: Helen Elissa Hopkin, daughter of Diedre and Daniel, will be Baptized on August 20.
The Blessing of Kits and Quilts will also be celebrated on August 20 before they go out to people around the world. Did you know that MLC sends the most pounds of kits and quilts to Lutheran World Relief of any of the 161 congregations of the SE Synod? We do!
WHAT'S MORE? This Fall...
The 500th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation will be celebrated at MLC through adult classes based on these writings of Martin Luther: The Freedom of a Christian, The Babylonian Captivity of the Church, and Luther's Large Catechism. These classes will take place during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) and on Wednesday evenings (6:30-7:30 p.m.). Let's learn what we believe as Lutherans so we can share God's good news through our lives.
Our New Lunches for Learning School, Jesus Tadeo Flores in Honduras, will receive me as a visitor in September. MLC adopted this small school to provide daily lunches because they seemed to have the greatest needs. Thanks to your generosity, lunches have been provided since February!
“WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?” is a frequent question in Luther's Small Catechism. Look at what is written above! I believe the clear message is that the Spirit of our risen Lord (AKA the Holy Spirit) is vibrantly at work among us and through us. Thanks be to God!
Pastor Scott Peterson
They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. Awe came upon everyone,
because many wonders and signs were being done by the apostles. --Acts 2:42-43
Sundays at 8:30 a.m. August 6 Now the Feast w/LS August 13 LBW Setting 2 August 20 LBW Setting 1 w/LS August 27 WOV Service of Word & Prayer
Sundays at 11:00 a.m. August 6 LBW Setting 2 w/LS August 13 Chicago Folk w/LS August 20 Contemporary Service August 27 WOV Bread of Life w/LS
AUGUST SERVICES OF WORSHIP LBW = Lutheran Book of Worship | WOV = With One Voice ELW = Evangelical Lutheran Worship | LS = Lord’s Supper
MESSIAH MESSENGER - AUG 2017 PAGE 2
LIFE PASSAGES Births (Redacted)
Baptisms Ashlyn Juul Palmer, 9-year-old daughter of Aaron Palmer and granddaughter
of Don and Lizzie Palmer, was Baptized on July 16.
Marriage William Strand and Kayla Cornwell were married on July 8th.
Contact Claire Strand if you would like to
announce significant transitions in the life of our community of faith, including birth, death, Baptism, gradu-
MINISTRY SPOTLIGHT: Sunday School Begins! by Devonee Woods
THIS MONTH
PANTRY ITEM
Instant Oatmeal
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KIT MINISTRY
70 Ct. Notebooks
M essiah's 2017-2018 Sunday School year kicks off with Rally Day on Sunday, August 6th at 9:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Come meet your teacher, see your class-room, and join us for games and treats!
Our Sunday School program always has room to grow, and you are always wel-come to bring a friend! Sunday School operates on open registration, so if you haven't already registered, no worries. The registration form can be found at the Welcome Center or online on mlutheran.org. Either drop off your completed form at the church office or scan/email it to: [email protected].
Sunday School will meet every Sunday from August 6th - May 20th, except on the following dates.
There will be no Sunday School on:
September 3rd - Labor Day
October 8th - Fall Break
November 26th - Thanksgiving Break
December 24th and 31st - Christmas Break
March 11th - Spring Break
April 1st - Easter (but there is a Senior Youth Pancake Breakfast during the Sunday School Hour, so please come to that!)
A huge thank you to all our Sunday School teachers!
Preschool will be led by Rebbecca Alferink in the Nursery.
Pre-K & Kindergarten will be led by Abby Woods in Room 6.
1st & 2nd Grade will be led by Michelle King & Christine Berry in Room 9.
3rd & 4th Grade will be led by Juanita Florio in Room 2.
5th & 6th Grade will be led by Glen Long in Room 7.
7th, 8th & 9th Grade will be led by Sara Galyon in Room 4.
10th - 12th Grade will be led by Kari Pitchko & Larry Ryan in the Senior Youth Room.
This information can also be found at http://mlutheran.org/learn/.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
SEE PAGE 7 FOR A
LISTING OF ADULT CLASSES
OFFERED ON
SUNDAY MORNING.
MESSIAH MESSENGER - AUG 2017 PAGE 3
MUSIC NOTES Sing with the Choir
During the summer months, choir re-hearsals are held on Sunday immedi-ately preceding the service of worship the choir will be singing at. Please come and enjoy singing and fellow-ship.
Replacement of Sanctuary Piano
At its June 8th
meeting the Church Council authorized setting up a fund to re-ceive gifts toward replacing the Sanctuary piano. (Rationale for Replacement vs. Refurbishment is in the July newsletter and posted on the bulletin board.) The cost of such an instrument will probably be on the order of $25 K, possibly more. We can attempt to sell the Baldwin and hope to recoup on the order of $3 - 5 K.
Offerings and pledges designated for “Sanctuary Piano” will go in this fund. This fund now totals over $14,200.00! If you have questions please talk to Lois Graff, John Shriver, or another member of the Church Council.
Proceeds from Messiah’s annual Dinner Theater Fundraiser on September 16th will support the Sanctuary Piano fund. So get a group together, purchase tick-ets, and enjoy a fun evening for a good cause! More information on page 7!
Music at Messiah Classical Concert Series 2017-2018 Season
Sunday, September 24, 2017 4 p.m. Gary Parks, oboe & Ingrid von Spakovsky, piano
Sunday, November 5, 2017 4 p.m. Samford String Quartet
“I USED TO PLAY” WORKSHOP RESUMES AUG 10TH! Thursdays @ 7 pm in Classroom 9-10 | Contact Larry Frakes or call the office for info.
August Choir Rehearsal Schedule
SUNDAYS
August 6: 8 a.m.
August 13: 10 a.m.
August 20: 8 a.m.
Hymn of the Month “Earth and All Stars”
The tune and text of this familiar hymn were written in the 20th
century. Tune composer David N. Johnson was an American organist, composer, educator, choral clinician, and lecturer. Educated at Wartburg Seminary and Trinity Lu-theran Seminary, Dr. Herbert Brokering was a Lutheran pastor, author, poet, playwright, hymn writer, and speaker. Pastor Brokering described the writing of the words in this way: “I tried to gather into a hymn of praise the many fac-ets of life which emerge in the life of community. So there are the references to building, nature, learning, family, war, festivity. Seasons, emotions, death and resurrection, bread, wine, water, wind, sun, spirit...have made great im-pressions on my imagination.”
[God] has done marvelous things. I too will praise him with a new song!
Coming up for Youth: Aug 6: Rally Day / Youth Sunday / Sr. Youth Meet Aug 12: Sr. Youth Serve at House of the Harvest Aug 13: 12-2 Tweens Trip to Shakalaka (w/parents) Aug 13: Junior & Senior Youth Meet Aug 20: Sr. Youth Meet Aug 30: Junior & Senior Youth Meet
YOUTH MEETING TIMES!*
TWEENS (Grades 3 –5)
Monthly as scheduled
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JUNIOR YOUTH (Grades 6–8)
2nd & 4th Sundays (5-6:30)
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SENIOR YOUTH (Grades 9-12)
Sundays, 6-7:30 pm Weekly
(Jr. & Sr. Youth will enjoy games & recreation
from 6:00 - 6:30)
*Actual meeting and event dates may vary based on holidays and other planned events.
Sr. Youth Find “God Moments” Through Work and Play at TEAMeffort in Jacksonville, Florida
Ten of Messiah’s senior high students went to the TEAMeffort youth ministry camp located in Jacksonville, Florida. Claire Strand and Larry Ryan attended as chaperones on the six day trip which was organized and led by Sara Galyon, MLC’s Youth and Christian Edu-cation Director. The group left Messiah on Saturday, July 15 and returned on Friday, July 21st. Several youth wrote about their experiences on the newly created MLC Sr. Youth blog. A few more will present a temple talk on their shared experiences on Rally Day (August 6th). Thank you to everyone who helped support this summer’s mis-sion trip! If you would like more information or have questions about Messi-ah’s youth programs, please email Sara Galyon at [email protected]
Florida Bound! Left to Right: Brendan Ryan, Andrew Seitz,
Sara Galyon, Zachary Armstrong, Shane Peterson, Bridie Ryan,
Dylan Irvin, Christina Zarazua, Danie Blue, William Armstrong, Anna
Flowers, Claire Strand, Larry Ryan Messiah youth worked hanging sheet rock in a shed at
one of the mission work sites.
...We talked about our theme for the summer which is “scaffolding.” Scaffolding is a temporary structure on the outside of a building used by workers when they’re building, repairing, or cleaning a building. This relates to God because God is strong and steady and we can lean on him whenever we need it. He surrounds us while he works on us. - Excerpt of Bridie Ryan’s 7/16 Blog Post
FOOTSTEPS OF PAUL AND JOHN: 11 DAY TOUR OF GREECE Pastor Scott Peterson will host a tour of Greece Oct. 10-20, 2017.
Payment deadline is August 10! A brochure describing the tour is at the Welcome Center in the narthex. Or, here
are links to the Website, Facebook page, and a two minute video introduction to the tour. www.pilgrimtours.com/groups/petersonfootsteps.html
mlutheran.org/connect/volunteer-sign-up-page/
EXPLORE AND SHARE YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS! Read the Spiritual Gifts Guide and return the survey to the
church office by Rally Day, August 6th.
AUGUST
BIRTHDAYS
COUNCIL NOTES Greg Kilby, Church Council Secretary [email protected]
July Council Notes
The Church Council met on July 13, 2017. Here are a
couple of highlights from the meeting:
Galyon Hired as Youth and Christian Education Director The council approved a motion to hire Sara Galyon as the Director of Youth and Christian Education Ministries effective July 1, 2017. In addition to her current responsibilities with the Sen-ior Youth, Sara will be picking up responsibilities with the Junior and Tween youth programs and in Christian Education. New Hearing Assist System Approved
The council approved to replace the “Hearing Assist”
system that is used in the sanctuary. Recently, those
using the system have had difficulties with the aging
equipment. The new hearing assist components will be
welcome!
The next regular council meeting is Thursday, August 10
th at 7:00 PM. If you wish to attend,
please do! Council meetings are open to all and you are welcome!
COMFORTERS The Comforters will meet on Saturday, August 19th at 9:15 a.m. to display quilts for the sending service on Sunday, August 20th and again on Tuesday, August 22nd at 10:00 a.m. to pack quilts for shipping at 10:00 a.m. Comforters will resume regular meetings on Tuesday, Sept 5th at 10:00 a.m. Come join the fun! No sewing skills required!
Whoomp! Here it is!
Join the Young Adult Lutheran
League (YALL) on
Saturday, August 5 at the
Burtons’ house
What’s the 411? Party starts at 4:00 p.m. Come
dressed in your best 90’s attire and be ready to remi-
nisce about the decade that gave us SURGE, the Apple
Newton, and an endless supply of AOL free trial CDs.
Don’t forget to feed your Tamagotchi before heading
to the party. And it’s cool to bring your iPhone to take
pictures in case you need to make a call because
someone may be on the Internet.
It's going to be all that and a bag of chips!
Quilt and Kit Dedication
Sunday is August 20! Donate supplies or dedicate offering to:
MLC Kit Ministries POC Rhonda Gaede
Kit Ministries will meet
August 3, 10, 17 & 24th!
The LWR Trailer is scheduled to be on-site at MLC on Sunday, August 27th
Messiah Lutheran Church is Walking to End Alzheimer's
on September 9th at Huntsville Botanical Gardens.
Registration at 8am | Ceremony at 9am | Walk at
9:15am Registration is free and includes entrance to
During this six week study we will consider the Six Chief Parts of Luther’s Small Catechism. Luther wrote the Small Cate-chism to help parents teach their children about what it means to be a Christian, or in other words, a primer on the Christian Faith. With this study we intend to grow the partici-pant’s faith through studying the Small Cate-chism and the Bible. Led by Dick Azzam. Lesson 1: The Ten Commandments – Law and
Outline for Living
Lesson 2: The Apostles' Creed – I Believe
Lesson 3: The Lord's Prayer – Teach Me
to Pray
Lesson 4: The Sacrament of Baptism –
Born into God’s Family
Lesson 5: Confession and Absolution – A Re-
sponse to God’s Love
Lesson 6: The Sacrament of the Altar – God’s
Grace Renewed
Conversation Café Now in Room 11 & 12
Starting at 9:50 - 9:55 a.m.
GET INVOLVED & CONNECTED THIS FALL AT MESSIAH THROUGH SERVING
PRAYER FAMILIES Please lift these MLC households in your daily prayers this August. On Sundays, prar for the group or organization listed. . Would you like to learn more about Messiah’s Prayer Ministry? Contact Claire Strand!
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
Why Adult Sunday School? The Bible is God’s Great Gift for mankind
to open, read and learn from, not just while one is school aged, or
going through confirmation, but for one’s whole life. From the cradle
to grave, studying God’s Wod in the company of others will be a
source of blessing!
Pastor Scott’s Class meets in the Parish Hall and will study the
writings of Martin Luther: The Freedom of a Christian, The Babylonian
Captivity of the Church, and Luther's Large Catechism.
Conversation Café is moving to Classroom 11 & 12! The year will
start with a six week study of Luther’s Small Catechism, led by Dick
Azzam. The group is also considering other curriculum in addition to
its The Wired Word topics which will be used periodically.
Dottie Hanson’s Class meets in Room 1 and will
continue the study of the book of Matthew.
Crafter’s Class meets in Room 3. Come enjoy faith and fellowship
while crafting, knitting and sewing in support of MLC’s missions and
outreach ministries.
Are you interested in attending or leading a young adult
class? Please call or email the church office or speak with Pastor
Scott.
Sara Galyon Hired As Messiah’s Dirctor of Youth & Christian Education Ministries
On Thursday, July 13th, the Messiah Lutheran Church Council approved Sara Galyon as Director of Youth and Christian Education Ministries effective July 1st. The council decision follows the recommendation made by MLC’s Personnel Committee.
Sara joined Messiah in June of 2016 after relocating to the area from
Memphis, TN where she completed her Masters of Arts in Youth
Ministry at Memphis Theological Seminary. Sara was hired as MLC's
Director of Sr. Youth at the end of January, 2017. Her expanded
responsibilities will include programs for Messiah's older elementary
students (grades 3 through 5) and Junior High youth (grades 6 through
8). In addition, she will provide supervision and administration to
Messiah's Sunday School and Vacation Bible School activities, working
in coordination with Sunday School Superintendent, Devonee Woods,
and MLC's Council Representative for Youth and Education, Janell
Zesinger.
"It is a gift to have Sara on staff. " says Zesinger, adding, "Our youth
programs are a vital part of Messiah’s ministries and we are already
seeing the benefit of Sara’s experience and leadership in our Senior
Youth program. We are excited that she will be expanding her work to
all of our youth, to help form and build upon a strong foundation in
Christ for all ages.”
Parents should note the new youth meeting times on page 4!
Bring your Backpack, computer tote or briefcase for the Backpack Blessing during both services.
Kids - Complete and bring the Summer Sunday School Packet and receive a prize.
Parents - Turn in Sunday School Registrations
Turn in your Gifts of the Spirit Form
Adults - Check out one of the Adult Sunday School Classes kicking off today (see pg. 7)
Enjoy the “Best Wurst” Rally Day Picnic at Noon!
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2 3
7:00 p.m. Kit Ministries
4
5 Y’ALL 90’s PARTY 4:00 p.m.
Burton Home
Details on Pg. 4
6 Rally Day 8:00 am Adult Choir
8:30 am Worship: Now
the Feast w/LS
9:45 a.m. Sunday
School for All Ages!
11:00 a.m. Worship: LBW Setting 2 w/LS 12:00 p.m. “The Best Wurst Rally Day Picnic Ever” 6:00 - 7:30 pm Sr. Youth Meet
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9 10 8:30 a.m. Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Council Meeting 7:00 p.m. Kit Ministries 7:00 p.m. I Used to Play Instrumental Workshop
11 7:00 p.m.
Bridge Club
12 8:00 - 12:00 a.m.
Sr. Youth
Serve at House
of the Harvest
13 8:30 am Worship: LBW Setting 2 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages! 11:00 am Worship: Chicago Folk Service Noon - 2 pm Tweens to Shakalaka 5:00 - 6:30 pm Jr. Youth Meets 6:00 - 7:30 pm Sr. Youth Meets
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Womens Book
Club
(Details to be
announced via
e-news)
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16
6:30 p.m. Guitar with Ric
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7:00 p.m. Kit Ministries 7:00 p.m. I Used to Play Instrumental Workshop
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19 9:15 a.m.
Comforters Prep
Sanctuary
20 Quilt & Kit Sunday 8:00 am Adult Choir 8:30 am Worship: LBW Setting 1 w/LS 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 11:00 am Worship: Contemporary Worship 6:00 - 7:30 pm Sr. Youth Meets
21 Solar Eclipse
Today! Huntsville Area Begins: Noon Max: 1:30 pm Ends: 2:56 pm Use proper eye-wear when viewing.
22
10:00 am
Comforters
Packing Day
6:30 pm Men of Messiah Meet (Details to be announced via e-news)
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6:30 p.m. Guitar with Ric
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7:00 p.m. Kit Ministries 7:00 p.m. I Used to Play Instrumental Workshop
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27 8:30 am Worship: WOV Service of Word & Prayer 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages 11:00 am Worship: WOV Bread of Life w/LS 5:00 - 6:30 pm Jr. Youth Meets 6:00 - 7:30 pm Sr. Youth Meets
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Wednesday Night Café Resumes Sep 6 ALZ Walk - Sep 9 @HBG Dinner Theater - Sep 16 Music at Messiah - Sep 24 Walk to Defeat ALS - Oct 14 Handmade Market Oct 21
BAKE SALE
FOR
ALZ WALK
Between
Services In
Narthex!
See pg 5.
Messenger MESSIAH LUTHERAN
Messiah Lutheran Church 7740 Highway 72 West Madison, Alabama 35758 Return Service Requested
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Messiah Lutheran Church (ELCA) is located at 7740 Highway 72 West, just east of Hughes Road. Sunday Services of Worship are at 8:30 am and 11:00 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:45 a.m. A nursery attendant and Children’s Church is provided. All are welcome. Our website is www.mlutheran.org. Church office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 pm, staffed by our Office
Managers. The Pastor is Rev. Scott Peterson. The Church telephone is (256) 721-0041. Email: [email protected]. Newsletter submissions may be sent to Rebecca Mast at [email protected]
Submissions are typically due the 3rd Sunday of every month! Submit photos to [email protected]
Contact Information Messiah Lutheran Church
7740 Highway 72 West Madison, AL 35758 Phone: (256) 721-0041
Office Hours: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm Monday – Friday Staff Rev. Scott Peterson……………………………….………..………...Pastor
Devonee Woods, Meredith Kilby…….….…….Office Managers Claire Strand………………....…...Director of Outreach Ministries
Lois Graff……………………….………..Director of Music Ministries Sara Galyon………..Director of Youth & Education Ministries
Randall Fields………………..…..…….………….Adult Choir Director Meredith Kilby… ………………………...Communications Director
