The Chapeline

“Flipping A Coin”

Beginning today, half of everyone will be upset. No matter which candidate wins the elections, half of us will be losers. That’s not a guess. It’s a guarantee.

Maybe I’m a bit more optimistic than most people, but it’s my opinion that most people really want to live in peace and harmony with their family, friends, and neighbors. Most people don’t want to be at odds with one another. Still, given that elections are often decided by the thinnest of margins, we should recognize that if our candidate wins, someone else’s candidate loses.

This doesn’t mean the sky is falling. The last president to win 100% of the popular vote was George Washington. But guess what? No other candidate was available, so of course, he was going to win. But even then, it doesn’t mean that everyone was happy with the result.

It’s important for us to recognize that no matter what, all of us live in this world together. God created us because God values each of us and each of us has something to offer. In addition to that, God wants us to experience the joy and happiness that the world provides, especially through each other.

Beginning today, half of my family and friends will be upset. I recognize that part of my job is to help people work through their challenges, but this is different. Elections are a great blessing and we should always be praying for our elected officials, no matter who (or what) they are. So if half of my peeps are upset, maybe I can help if and when the opportunity allows. I can also include them in my prayers, recognizing that God loves them just as much as me.

Will you win? Will you lose? Flip a coin. George Washington may have won 100% of the popular vote, but even his quarter has a Tails.

See you this week at the Chapel!

God Bless, Brock

Worship Service on Sunday, November 10

10:00 a.m.

Online Worship and in Shook Fellowship Hall this week

"Lemons and Lemonade"

Rev. Brock Patterson

 Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17



Watch Sunday Worship LIVE at 10 am (EST) on our website.

Prayer shawls, handmade and provided by the Prayer Shawl Ministry are available in the Sanctuary during worship services on Sundays.

There are some shawls draped over the ends of the pews for your use and comfort.

If it feels chilly, please use one during worship.

Longboat Island Chapel

“Share the Light” Capital Campaign

Our Capital Campaign is in full swing to raise funds for expanding and upgrading our facilities. By donating to our campaign during 2024, you will be investing in our future and helping all of us achieve our long-term goals.

The tree at the front of the sanctuary

will “light up” with one white light

for every $1,000 received.

Individual Donations Totaling:

$10,000; a green light is lit

$25,000; a blue light is lit

$50,000; red light is lit

Bright yellow envelopes at the Welcome desk and also on our event sign-up table are designated for our “Share the Light” donations may be used for your contributions.

Are you away from LBK and wish to make a donation? Contact the Chapel Offices and we will make it happen! We can accept cash, checks, credit/debit cards, investment transfers, IRA/SEP contributions, etc.

Contact Susan Schaefer at (941) 383-6491.

Chapel Goal: $640,000

Donations to Date: $232,480

It's Coming! Christmas in the Garden 2024!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Kickoff is Sunday, November 10 at 11:30 a.m.

(directly following Worship Service)

Lesley Rife and Kelly Shrout and the crew are busy getting organized for Christmas in the Garden this year! And we need volunteers to help us get items from the Chapel to the garden. We will also be setting up the Chapel trees in the garden and decorating them,

We are looking for volunteers for every aspect of this endeavor.

We will fit you in where you are able to help.



Please contact Lesley Rife at: lesleyrife@att.net or Kelly Shrout at kelly.shrout@gmail.com.

You may also contact the chapel office at 941-383-6491 (admin@longboatislandchapel.org).

Chapel Book Club is Back!

Monday, November 18

Noon at the Lazy Lobster-Center Shops Plaza (LBK)

Selection: Finding Margaret Fuller

by Allison Pataki

June Hessel will be leading the discussion.

Please sign up at the Chapel or email June at junehessel@live.com.

Sponsor Sanctuary Flowers for November/December

Now is the time to let us know if you would like to sponsor flowers for our Worship services during the holiday season. Include your own special message!

Sign up in the Welcome Center or contact the office at 941-383-6491. Don't forget to include any special colors you might like too.

Pictures of the Week

A big THANK YOU to all our volunteers who came out last Tuesday to help do more brush cleanup!

And a big thank you for all who have helped with the Lord's Warehouse cleanup and organization.

The Lord's Warehouse had its lower drywall areas cut out and is ready for the next restoration step.

Many thanks to Robbie and Bob Mazurek and crew for picking up shelving and a table for the Lord's Warehouse storage project.

Volunteers cleared more brush and debris from the north side of the building.

The Pods are here to store what the Lord's Warehouse can salvage.

Lord's Warehouse getting drywall cut out.

More Lord's Warehouse

This Conch bike "blew in" from the storms to our parking lot. Anyone know who might be the owner?

Important REMINDERS

Giving to The Chapel

• Checks and/or money orders written out to Longboat Island Chapel.

• Direct withdrawal from your bank to ours. Call the Chapel office at (941) 383-6491 for our routing and account numbers.

• All major credit cards are accepted. Simply contact the Chapel office at (941) 383-6491 to charge your one-time gift.

• Ongoing monthly support via your credit card. Office staff will be happy to debit your card at the beginning of each month in an amount established by you.

• Support the Longboat Island Chapel via the "donate" button, located on our website at www.longboatislandchapel.org. This may be a one time or ongoing contribution, whichever you prefer!



Thank you for your generosity!