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Happenings At
Lord Of Life Lutheran Church
1 Winchester Court
Tabernacle, NJ 08088
609-268-0262
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Seasons Of:
Easter
And
Pentecost
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"When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability."
Acts 2:1-4 (NRSVue)
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Lord Of Life's Mission Statement:
Joyfully Reaching Out In Love As God's People!
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The Four Core Values Of Lord Of Life:
~~Care And Nurture Of The Congregation~~
~~Compassion For Those In Need~~
~~To Make Disciples For Christ~~
~~Joyfully Worship~~
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Worship With Us
Saturday Evening At 5:00 PM
Sunday Morning At 9:30 AM
Join us on either Saturday evening for our 5:00 PM Word, Song, and Sacrament service or Sunday morning for our 9:30 AM Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving service. Holy Communion will be celebrated at both services.
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Previous Sunday Services On YouTube
Our previous Sunday Worship Service videos are available on the Lord Of Life YouTube website. Links are below to both the Lord Of Life YouTube website and Facebook page.
View Church Service on YouTube - Click Here
Find Information On Facebook - Click Here
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Live-Stream Service On YouTube
There will be a live-stream of our Sunday 9:30 AM service. You are welcome to use the link below for access to the live-stream service when it is broadcast. As a reminder, the Lord of Life YouTube channel can be found at this link:
https://www.youtube.com/@lordoflifelutheranchurchof5027
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Coffee Hour Fellowship
Every Sunday
Join us for Coffee Hour every Sunday following the 9:30 AM service. Be with us in Fellowship Hall to socialize, catch up with church friends, enjoy some treats, and, of course, sip our "heavenly" coffee!
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From The Pastor's Desk:
Dear Easter People,
We are still in the midst of Easter. I know, the day of Easter was weeks in the past, but the celebration of the resurrection of Christ is just too big for just one day. So, we celebrate for 50 days, all the way to Pentecost Sunday! Recently the Women of the Congregation hosted a retreat that included women from our community and our friends at the Christian Caring Center. We also celebrated as 2 young people received their first Holy Communion. In the meantime, our life together at Lord of Life keeps moving forward. In two weeks we will celebrate Mother's Day, giving God thanks for our Mom’s. The following week on May 17th, we will confirm 5 young people in their baptisms and faith. All the while we continue to serve our brothers and sisters in need in our community and the world. We continue to worship with joy, thankful for our faith and for God’s love for us in Christ. We continue to grow in membership and young families. And, we have been, and continue to grow in generosity, sharing the abundance of God’s grace poured out upon us.
As we anticipate calling a full time Pastor, we also anticipate growing ever stronger and deeper in our relationship with Jesus and with each other. We keeping moving forward in faith filled with the Holy Spirit, living out our mission as Lord of Life Lutheran Church - for we are “Joyfully reaching out in love as God’s people!”
May God’s richest blessing continue to fill your life, now and always!
Pastor Barry
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Special May Services
And
National Day Of Prayer
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National Day Of Prayer
Thursday, May 7th
All members of Lord of Life are encouraged to pause and pray as our nation observes its National Day of Prayer.
This annual event had its roots in 1775 when the Continental Congress passed a proclamation for all to observe a "day of prayer and fasting" during the Revolutionary War. The practice continued over the years, but was officially designated a national observance in 1952. In 1988, the date for our National Day of Prayer was set as the first Thursday in May.
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Confirmation Sunday
May 17th
9:30 AM Service
Join us at this service when our Confirmation students are Confirmed and become full members of Lord of Life. Our 2026 Confirmands are: Brooke Bettner, Stella Friedman. Lucille Grosser, Amelia Kucklinca, and Callan Schmauder.
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Singing Through
The Church Year Weekend
Saturday, May 30th,
5:00 PM Service
Sunday, May 31st,
9:30 AM Service
A message from Music Director, Rick Krause:
There is a rhythm in life. In January, new calendars are hung and resolutions are made. We huddle through the cold winter months, seeing snow accumulate on the ground, and look forward to lengthening days and color returning. Spring breaks open our hearts to more activities: weekend or vacation trips to the beach or mountains, and the dog days of summer. We gather together in autumn, glad for fall colors and family feasts. For all these things, we thank God. In our church year, there is a similar rhythm and progression.
At these special church services, we will be exploring the seasons of the church year, along with various hymns and songs for each season, on the weekend of May 30th and 31st. Mark your calendar! We hope you will be able to be there!
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Lord Of Life
New Pastor Fund
A note from Church Council President Bill Reich:
Your church council authorized at the end of March 2026 the creation of a “New Pastor Fund” to raise funds to support a new pastor. These funds will be used solely for the new pastor’s compensation. These funds will allow the pastor to begin his/her ministry with us on firm financial footing. This new money will provide a full time pastor with fair and just compensation (which includes health benefits for a family).
Members of the congregation were mailed pledge cards along with a letter regarding the details of the New Pastor Fund. Please prayerfully consider how much you and your family can share with Lord of Life for the New Pastor Fund. If you need another blue pledge card, extras are available at the church.
Please return the pledge card that you received by May 10, 2026. It may be placed into the offering plates or the "heart box". Money targeted for this fund needs to be received by the church on or before October 25, 2026. Please mark your contribution as “New Pastor Fund.”
Your church council has not been able to meet with the pastoral candidate as of now. This is due mostly to bad luck as the first planned meeting had to be rescheduled and is now scheduled for mid-May. Watch your email in the month of May for future updates.
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Christian Caring Center
Benefit Event:
Saturday, May 2nd,
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
In Fellowship Hall, Lord Of Life
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Book Exchange
Through June 28th
Lord of Life's Annual Book Exchange is underway and will continue until Sunday, June 28th. The table is in the "Giving Room" area of the main church entryway. Everyone is encouraged to drop off and take books for all ages. Stock up for your summer reading! Please just make sure they are gently used and church appropriate.
If you have any question, you should contact Janell Reich.
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Lord Of Life
Scholarship
Applications Now Available
Deadline: May 31st
Each year Lord of Life allows church member students to apply for a scholarship that assists the student in paying for college or trade school costs. The number of scholarships awarded is limited. Applications are due in the church office by May 31st of each year.
Application forms are available on the Lord of Life website. Use the link below to access them, print them, and for further information.
For Scholarship Forms And Information - Click Here
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Social Ministry Lenten Outreach Project:
“What You Can’t Buy”
Thank You Generous
Church Members!
We know you can’t buy love, but we certainly know that we can love our neighbors by buying things that are needed. You most certainly did that this Lenten Season! Thanks to all our church members and friends for your donations. We collected a total of 700 items! You helped make a difference to our neighbors in need.
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The "Crew Cutters"
It's that time of year again when our lawn will need a weekly trim. If you are able to help out on one or more weeks, contact Ed Hourihan who is the coordinator for our team.
Thanks to all our volunteers who have signed up already!
Our mowing week begins on the Monday of each week and ends on the following Saturday prior to our church service. This assures our property will look its best for our weekend worship.
Open Dates (Week Beginning Is Monday):
June 29
July 6, 13
August 10, 17, 24, 31
September 7, 14, 28
October 5, 12, 19
Volunteers For May (Week Beginning Is Monday):
5/4 Jim Ebersberger
5/11 Karl Tower
5/18 John Schwarzmann
5/25 Ed Hourihan
Equipment And Training Available:
Lord of Life has a riding and self-propelled push mower, and a battery powered line trimmer and blower which are used to do the lawn work. A training session can be arranged through Ed for anyone who would like one.
To Email Ed - Click Here
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Weekly Bible Study
Bible Study is held on Wednesdays, at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall.
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Bible Study:
John, The Gospel Of Light
By Adam Hamilton
Wednesdays At 10:00 AM
May 6th, 13th, And 20th
Bible Study resumes on Wednesday, May 6th, at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall using Adam Hamilton's book, John, The Gospel Of Light in our discussion of John's Gospel. Church members, their friends, and all from our commuities are invited to attend. Please consider joining us even if you missed the beginning sessions of this study.
Here are the remaining topics:
May 6th – Chapter 4, “The Farewell Discourse”
May 13th – Chapter 5, “The Arrest, Trial and Crucifixion of the King”
May 20th – Chapter 6, “Eternal Life”
Bible study participants will join Lunch Bunch for an End-of-Program -
Year Celebration at PJ Whelihan’s in Medford Lakes following our final session on Wednesday, May 20 at 11:30 AM.
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The Next Bible Study
The current Bible Study will have its final session on Wednesday, May 20th. Bible Study will resume again in the fall. Our tentative being date is Wednesday, September 16, 2026, and the current plan is to start our season with a study using The Holy Spirit: God’s Presence and Power at Work in Us by Adam Hamilton.
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Children's Church
Ages 3 Years To 5th Grade
Are Welcome To Attend!
Every Sunday
9:30 AM Church Service
Children's Church is held every Sunday. Children ages 3 years old to 5th grade are invited to attend. There will be varying themes throughout the year through the month of June. Children will attend the beginning part of our Sunday morning 9:30 AM service. Following the children's message, the group will leave the Sanctuary for Children's Church activities. Friends are always welcome! We hope your child will be with us each week to learn about God, Jesus, and what the Bible teaches us.
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Children’s Church Schedule
Through June
The Children's Church curriculum is lectionary based and follows the lessons we hear in church, but features crafts, songs, and Bible stories. Here is the schedule through the end of our school year in June. Our program will resume in September.
May 3rd - Cornerstone (1 Peter 2:2-10)
May 10th - Mothers' Day - Advocate (John 14:15-21)
May 17th - Announcement (John 17:1-11)
May 24th - Pentecost (Acts 2:1-21)
May 31st - Trinity (Matthew 28:16-20)
June 7th - Calling (Matthew 9:9-13)
June 17th - End of Year Celebration!
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Confirmation Classes
Confirmation instruction will be held in Fellowship Hall beginning at 9:30 AM on the scheduled Sundays. Youth in grades 6, 7, and 8 are invited to participate. The "Colaborate Curriculum" will be used as the base of instruction. Tom Bettner will be leading the class. A link to Tom's email is provided below.
If you want to learn more about the "Colaborate Curriculum," a link is below.
To Email Tom - Click Here
To Read About The Colaborate Curriculum - Click Here
May Confirmation Class Schedule
Sunday, May 3rd, 9:30 AM – Curriculum Lesson
Sunday, May 17th, 9:30 AM - Confirmation Sunday
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Vacation Bible School Dates Announced!
Registration Begins!
Lord of Life will hold its annual Vacation Bible School from Monday, July 20th through Thursday, July 23rd. Sessions will be from 9:30 AM through 12:30 PM daily. Registration is on going. Please contact Breanne for registration and additional information.
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Kids' Activity Bags
Available
Hey toddlers! Check out the Kids' Activity Bags at church. Some nice ladies from our church filled them with toys and crayons for you to use during the service. Make sure you put everything back in the bag after church and return it to the rack in the Narthex.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Children's Ministry can't happen without you! We are looking for volunteers for our Children's Church and Nursery staff so that we can continue to have these wonderful programs. If you can volunteer for one Sunday a month, it would go a long way to building our children's programs! If you are able and interested in being part of our children's program, contact Breanne Tomlinson!
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Can You Help With Singing During The Children's Message?
If any adults would like to help lead our children during the Children's Message on Sunday mornings, please contact Janell Reich or Sue Dreisbach. You do not have to commit to every week, but any help would be appreciated.
To Email Janell - Click Here
To Email Sue - Click Here
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If you have questions about Youth Ministry or would like to volunteer as a Children's Church teacher or in any other program, please contact Breanne Tomlinson. A link to her email is below.
To Email Breanne - Click Here
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Wiley Ministry
Thursday, May 7th
At 10:00 AM
On the first Thursday of each month, Lord Of Life presents a program, Songs Of Joy and Scriptures, to the Wiley residents in Marlton. Just your being there is a gift to the residents. For May, our theme focuses on Pentecost.
If you would like to participate, please contact Sue Dreisbach.
To Email Sue - Click Here
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Time For Talents
Friday, May 1st
At 10:00 AM
Our special project this month is for Vacation Bible School. We will make banners for leaders to assemble and lead the children. To make the banners, we will color outline pictures of animals and tape them poster board. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Come join the fun! This is a relaxed group for blessing others with our creativity and enjoying time together. We meet in Fellowship Hall. All projects are easy and materials will be provided. All are welcome!
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Book Club
Here are the books for May and June. Book Club will not meet during July and August, but will return in September.
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Tuesday, May 12th
At 11:00 AM
Book Club will meet in Dory's Cafe, Taunton Forge Shopping Center, Medford. The start time is 11:00 AM for this session.
A Dog's Purpose
By W. Bruce Cameron
A Dog's Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron is a bestselling novel about a dog who is reincarnated multiple times, experiencing different lives and owners while searching for his purpose, which ultimately revolves around his bond with a boy named Ethan. Told from the dog's perspective, the story follows his journey through various lives as a stray, a German Shepherd named Bailey, and others, learning about love, loyalty, and the meaning of life through his relationships with humans, particularly Ethan. The book is known for being heartwarming, humorous, and insightful, exploring themes of purpose, love, and the unbreakable bond between humans and dogs. (Library - 7 copies, Length - 335 pages, Rated 4.5 out of 5)
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Tuesday, June 9th
At 1:00 PM
The Glass Castle
By Jeanette Walls
The Glass Castle is a remarkable memoir of resilience and redemption, and a revelatory look into a family at once deeply dysfunctional and uniquely vibrant. The Walls children learned to take care of themselves and eventually found their way to New York. Their parents followed them, choosing to be homeless even as their children prospered. (Library - 8 copies, Length - 288 pages, Rated 4.7 out of 5)
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Lunch Bunch
Wednesday,
May 20th,
At 11:30 AM
PJ Whelihan's - Medford Lakes
For our May gathering we will meet at PJ Whelihans in Medford Lakes. It will be a celebration for the last day for Bible Study for this program year.
Join us for some outstanding food, fun, and fellowship. Both women and men are welcome, and bring a friend as well.
A sign up sheet is in the Narthex. For questions, contact Janell.
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Devotion And Walk
Friday, May 29th
At 10:00 AM
(Weather Permitting)
Whispering Pines
Patty Bowker Road, Tabernacle
Come join us for a brief devotion and then a one hour walk along the soft path trails. We will meet at the parking lot on Patty Bowker Road. The park is on the east side of Patty Bowker Road just before it ends at Chatsworth Road (Rt. 532).
If you need more information, please contact Janell Reich
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Save The Date!:
People Enjoying People
(P.E.P.)
Thursday, June 11th, At 12:00 Noon
(Rain Date: Friday, June 12th At 12:00 Noon)
You are invited to Camp Dreisbach! This will be a PEP picnic. Watch for sign up sheets and more information that will be coming soon.
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Monday Message:
Sign Up!
Each Monday, Janell is emailing weekly encouraging messages. If you would like to receive them, please contact Janell.
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If you have questions about Adult Ministry, please contact the Adult Ministry Director, Janell Reich. A link to her email is below.
To Email Janell-Click Here
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Stepping-Stones
To Health
Ministry
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May Health Focus:
Nutrition
FUEL YOUR BODY FOR SPRING
Eat Fresh, Feel Fresh in May!
This month’s theme connects nutrition with the renewal of spring—reminding us that just as God’s creation is refreshed and growing, we can care for our bodies through fresh, seasonal foods and simple healthy habits that support energy, joy, and overall wellness.
We’re highlighting vibrant seasonal foods such as strawberries, spinach, asparagus, peas, and radishes, along with gentle daily reminders to “power your plate”: enjoy a variety of colors, stay well hydrated, begin the day with breakfast, and choose whole foods over processed options whenever possible.
Be sure to stop by the Stepping Stones to Health display in the Fellowship Hall throughout the month of May for helpful nutrition tips and encouragement. The poster will also include fun nutrition facts, along with a “May Healthy Challenge” inviting everyone to try a new vegetable, drink more water, and make small, positive food swaps as a simple way to care for the bodies God has given us.
For more information, you may also speak to one of our members, including Joan Molnar, Lu Hourihan, Janell Reich, Heather Cosper, Barbara Ma, or Cynthia Tait. You are also invited to let us know the health topics that you would like as a focus in future months.
(Special thanks to Abby Cosper who provided the write up for the May Health Focus.)
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Strong Bones And Balance Fitness Classes
Together we can improve our health and wellness through movement and exercise. These classes are free and open to all adults, so bring a friend and join us! The next sessions will be held at the church in Fellowship Hall on Thursday, May 14th at 3:00 PM and Tuesday, May 26th at 3:00 PM.
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Cynthia Tait - Click Here
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Worship And
Music Ministry "Notes"
From Director Rick Krause
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Catholics And Lutherans
Many of us have friends who are Roman Catholic. With that in mind, what is the relationship between the Lutheran and Catholic Churches? The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has provided information about this topic. Click on the link below to find out!
To Read The Article - Click Here
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Hymn Suggestions
What is your favorite church hymn or song? Have you heard it recently? Now is the time to suggest it! Please contact me, Rick Krause, (3rick@lordlife.us), and let me know. I will try to incorporate it into our worship services in the near future.
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Preschool Happenings:
May At Grace Place
May is shaping up to be a joyful and busy month at Grace Place Preschool! We are so excited to celebrate our wonderful moms at our Mother’s Day Tea on May 8th. It’s always a special time filled with sweet moments, smiles, and memories we cherish.
Our students are also looking forward to our upcoming school trip to Muddy Paws Farm, where they will have the chance to feed the animals, enjoy a snack, and listen to a fun story together. Hands-on experiences like this make learning come alive!
As the school year begins to wind down, we will also start preparing for a big milestone: graduation for our Pre-K class. We can’t wait to celebrate how much they’ve grown!
We are grateful for these special moments and look forward to a beautiful month ahead!
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Registration For The
2026-2027 School Year
Registration is still open for the upcoming school year! We welcome new families to join our loving, faith-filled preschool community. Please complete your registration as soon as possible.
Tours of the Grace Place facility will be available. If you have questions or wish to schedule a tour, contact the Grace Place Director, Amy Wilmot.
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Save The Date!
Ice Cream Cruise!
Sunday, June 14th
At 10:45 AM
Stewart's Of Tuckerton
(102 W. Main Street, Tuckerton, NJ)
Get your cars polished up for our June Ice Cream Cruise! We will assemble in the church parking lot following the Sunday morning service and take a drive through the pines to Tuckerton. Watch for a sign up that is coming soon to table in the Narthex.
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Reformation:
Then and Now
October 26 - November 5, 2026
Celebrate Reformation Day 2026 With The NJ Synod
In Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Germany
The NJ Synod has arranged a special trip to Germany for Synod congregation members. Click on the link below for Bishop Compton's invitation, itinerary and registration information. The link also has the email information for you to contact the trip coordinator, Pastor Carol Lindsay.
www.njsynod.org/germanytrip
Travel with Synod friends, Bishop Compton, and our docent, The Rev. Dr. Kit Kleinhans, recently retired Dean of Trinity Lutheran Seminary.
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14th Annual
Bishop's Cup Golf Fund Raiser
Monday, June 15, 2026
Attention golfers! Cross Roads will once again hold their Bishop's Cup Golf Day in 2026. This event raises funds that will be applied to lower the cost for campers to attend summer sessions at Cross Roads. The event will be held at the Copper Hill Country Club in Ringoes, NJ.
For more information about the day of golf, click on the link below.
For More Information And To Register - Click Here
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Youth And Family Camps
And
Summer Employment Opportunities
At Cross Roads
Cross Roads has a variety of youth and family camps available during the summer months. They are also accepting applications for summer jobs at the camp.
To learn more, visit their website by clicking on the link below.
To Visit The Website - Click Here
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Save The Date!
Faith And Family Night At The Jersey Shore BlueClaws
Minor League Baseball At Its Best!
Thursday, August 27th, At 7:00 PM
Once again, Lord of Life has reserved a block of 30 seats for the Jersey Shore BlueClaws' Faith and Family Night baseball game. Church member, James Cuviello, is the event coordinator and will begin selling tickets in July. The cost of each ticket is $13.00. Tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis. Additional tickets over our reserved number may or may not be available, and there is no guarantee that those seats will be in our group area. We have reserved seats in the same location as last year, Section 111, Rows 15-17, with 10 seats in each row.
The Jersey Shore BlueClaws are the High Class A Minor League Affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies. The link below is to the BlueClaws website which has information about the team and stadium.
For The BlueClaws Website - Click Here
If you have any questions, please contact James Cuviello, event coordinator.
To Email Jim - Click Here
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Lord of Life has several ongoing ministries in which all members are welcome to participate. There is something for everyone! We have groups that enrich our church service experience, we have programs that provide help in a variety of ways to church members and those in the nearby community, and we even have projects that reach across the globe.
The first link following each brief description will give more information, and the second link is to the ministry point of contact.
All special announcements for any Ministry in this listing will be found in articles at the beginning of the newsletter.
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Holy Eucharist Ministry
Any church member who is unable to receive Holy Communion at church can request to receive the Sacrament at home. Call the church office (609-268-0262) or contact Marybeth Goldberg to make arrangements.
To Email Marybeth - Click Here
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New Life Choir
Our practices will be on every Wednesday in May at 7:00 PM.
The New Life Choir sings at the 9:30 AM Sunday service during the months of September through June and at special church services throughout the church year. Practices are held on most Wednesday evenings and prior to each service at which the choir sings. If you enjoy singing, you are welcome to join our choir!
To Contact The Choir Director, Rick Krause - Click Here
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Ohana Ukuleles
The Ohana Ukuleles play at selected church services and other church events throughout the year. We have also occasionally visited with our outreach team at Wiley. Whether you are a novice or skilled musician, you are welcome to join us!
Practice scheduled for this month is at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 4th. We will prepare for playing at the Farmstead in Medford on Monday, May 11th at 3:30 PM.
Come join our Music Ministry ukulele group!
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Janell Reich- Click Here
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Celebration Ringers Handbell Choir
Our handbell choir plays during special church services throughout the church year. Practices are held in the weeks prior to those services. Our next practice is on Monday, May 4th at 1:30 PM. Whether you are a veteran musician or someone who would like to play music, you will certainly enjoy being part of this group.
To Contact The Bell Choir Director, Sue Dreisbach - Click Here
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Quilt Ministry
The next meeting is on Thursday, May 14th, from 10:00 AM until noon. It will be a "Quilt Ministry Work Day." This meeting will focus on assembling quilts. We will put the 3 quilt layers together, pin and sew the edges, and finish by hand tying them. Other activities are: sorting donated material and putting 48 squares together to make a kit. They are all easy tasks, and there is something for everyone to do!
Our quilters make quilts which are donated to Lutheran World Relief who distributes them to people in need in the United States and around the world. Both experienced and non-experienced sewers can join us! There is a job for all skill levels.
For More Information - Click Here
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Collection Of Food And Other Needed Items For:
Bridge Of Peace
And
The Christian Caring Center
Place your donations into the shopping carts which are located in the church entryway. For ongoing needs of both organizations, click on the information link below. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Janell Reich - Click Here
Christian Caring Center Newsletter
The current Christian Caring Center Newsletter can be found on the home page of their website. The link below will take you there.
To Read The Newsletter - Click Here
| | The photo below, taken on April 13th, shows a car full of items donated by our church members that was being delivered to Bridge of Peace. Thank you all for your generosity! | | |
Helping Hands Sandwiches
Each month, the Ministry makes sandwiches for the Christrian Caring Center. It normally meets on the last Wednesday of the month. This month, our session is on Wednesday, May 27th at 9:00 AM. Please let Sue Dreisbach know if you are coming or if you have any questions.
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Sue - Click Here
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MORE Athletic Shoe Collection
If you have old, used sneakers, please donate them to this ecology advocate organization. Some shoes will also benefit the Christian Caring Center. The location of the collection box changes. It is either in the church entryway or the Faith Development Center entry door hallway. No shoes please!
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Janell Reich- Click Here
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Your continuing financial support is essential to maintain the Ministries of Lord Of Life. Offerings are being collected at all church services. If you are still not attending services at our church building, your contribution can be mailed to the church (1 Winchester Court, Tabernacle, NJ 08088). Both Simply Giving and Tithe.ly remain in place for all to use.
You can also contribute to Lord of Life using your cell phone! Simply scan the QR code below with your cell phone, and you will be able to make a donation using Tithe.ly.
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(More information about these electronic ways to contribute can be found on the church's website. The link is below.)
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Tithe.ly Options
NEW UPDATE!
Using Tithe.ly on your cell phone or computer has a new added feature. You are now able to pick a particular fund for your contribution to Lord of Life. The photo below shows the catagories of giving. We will update what appears on the list if a new catagory comes about or if one ends. The image below is of the most recent update: April 2026.
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May Meeting Schedule
May 4th, Monday
Worship And Music Team - 7:00 PM
May 5th, Tuesday
Staff Meeting - 9:30 AM
May 7th - Thursday
Grace Place Board - 3:30 PM
May 11th, Monday
Church Council - 7:00 PM
May 13th - Wednesday
Care & Nurture Team - 11:15 AM (Following Bible Study)
May 18th, Monday
Mutual Ministry - 3:00 PM (If necessary.)
May 19th, Tuesday
Staff Meeting - 9:30 AM
Discipleship, Evangelism, and Communications Committee - 7:00 PM
May 21st, Thursday
Stepping-Stones To Health Team - 3:30 PM
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Photos From April Events
At Lord Of Life
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Lunch Bunch
Wednesday, April 15th
Our group enjoyed some wonderful food and fellowship as we had lunch at the Avenue Diner. Shown enjoying their meal are: Bob and Gloria Brosious, Nancy Di Yenno, Janell and Bill Reich, Penny Miller, Barbara Ma, Bettie Lohman, Sara King, and Sheri Perkins.
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Quilt Ministry
Thursday, April 16th
Quilt Ministry members accomplished many tasks. Shown busy at work are: Bob Brosious, our "supervisor of operations," Nancy DeAngelis, Trish Macri-Dainis, Tina Leach, Joan Roberts, Carol Flood, Anne Marie Gallagher, Carolyn Cuviello, and Gloria Brosious,
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Confirmation Angels Dinner
Saturday, April 18th
The Confirmation students and their family gathered with their Confirmation Angels for dinner at which the Angels were revealed. Up to this point, the Angels have been supporting the students, but their identities were not known until at the dinner.
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Servant Sunday
Sunday, April 19th
After the Sunday morning church service, our volunteers packaged another round of home baked nutricious food bars for those in need served by the Christian Caring Center. Thanks to all who helped!
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Women's Retreat
Saturday, April 25th
The Director of the Christian Caring Center, Madelyn Sutton, was the keynote speaker for our Lord of Life Women's Minstry Retreat. Women from communities in our area along with Lord of Life members were invited to attend. As part of the program, Cynthia Tait led the group in stretching exercises, and the Ohana Ukuleles performed. The event was free to attend, but all who did were asked to bring canned food, household cleaning supplies, personal needs items, etc. as an offering. Participants donated 241 items for the Christian Caring Center's outreach ministries.
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First Communion Sunday
Sunday, April 26th
Church members, family, and friends celebrated the First Holy Communion of Winnie Grosser and Felice De Cristofaro during the worship service. A special prelude, Bruno Mars' song Count On Me, was performed by family members John De Angelis, Libero De Angelis, and Tracy De Cristofaro before the service. The banners made by Winnie and Felice were displayed at the altar, and a special cake in their honor was served at Coffee Hour Fellowship following the church service. May God's blessings be on both Winnie and Felice.
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Godspeed Mattson Family
Sunday, April 26th
Long time church and choir member Kim Mattson received a blessing from Pastor Barry at the end of the worship service. She and her husband Carl are moving to South Carolina. Church Choir Director, Rick Krause, additionally thanked her for being a faithful choir member and presented to her a gift from the choir. Godspeed Kim amd Carl!
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May Birthdays
May 3: Sara King and Craig Schmauder
May 4: Eleanor Brockington
May 7: Beth Hopkins and Diane Maurer
May 9: Bethany Beneventano and Abigail Cosper
May 11: Carole Vernon
May 12: Susan Jasinski, Andrew Leach, and Benjamin Michaleski
May 13: Carol Smith and Alyssa Wilmot
May 14: Colleen Welling
May 15: Ed Harding, Lynn Kronenberger, Grace Michaleski, Kaitlin Murray, Tyler Reich, and Christene Willitts
May 16: Harry Granfors and James Scheuermann
May 17: Caedmon Trozzo and Ashley Vorwerk
May 18: Carol Fucci
May 19: Carol Ebersberger
May 21: Chuck Bubeck and Linda Russ
May 22: Gillian Ingrao and Bobby Murray
May 23: Chad Allen
May 25: Neil Brown, Ed Graham, and Nicholas Yannessa
May 26: Kelsey Sarnecki
May 28: Larry Godfrey, Shelby Smith, and Daniel Snyder
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May Wedding Anniversaries
May 6: Aubrey Nichols & Dylan Shepard
May 7: Joanne & Paul Safier and Cynthia & Tom Tait
May 12: Julie & Barry Scott and Jodi & Bill Shover
May 14: Patricia & Robert Barnes
May 15: Colleen & John Welling
May 17: Barbara & Larry Godfrey (Celebrating 51 years!)
May 19: Judy & Keith Lerner (Celebrationg 25 years!)
May 26: Kelsie & Bill Jennings
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May Baptismal Anniversaries
May 2: Jenna Ingrao and Eric Mattson
May 5: Erin Gordon and Freyja Sarnecki
May 6: Nicole Sander
May 7: Charlotte Ghegan, Gwendolyn Ghegan, and Julia Ghegan
May 9: Denise Sunbury
May 12: Cliff Dehoff and Amelia Kucklinca
May 15: Dominic Gallagher
May 16: Joyce Harper
May 17: Tom Larson
May 20: Jim Ernst and Leslie Schmauder
May 23: Mitchell Bettner
May 24: Kim Mattson
May 25: Tom Harbora and Penny Miller
May 28: Judy Lerner
May 31: Lyndsey Millere
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All Are Welcome At Lord Of Life!
"Joyfully Reaching Out In Love As God's People!"
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Contact Information For
Interim Pastor Barry Scott
For general inquiries or pastoral emergencies when the church office is open, please call the church office: 609-268-0262.
For pastoral emergencies when the church office is closed, please call: 937-243-2777.
To email Pastor, please use: pastor@lordlife.us
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GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION
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Happy Mother's Day!
A special blessing be on all mothers as we celebrate them on Sunday, May 10th.
Click on the link below for a musical tribute to our mothers.
To Listen - Click Here
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Memorial Day:
Monday, May 25th
Remember those who gave their lives that we may be free and live in a nation in which we are able to worship our Lord. The link below will take you to video in which those who gave their lives for us are remembered.
To Watch The Video - Click Here
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Monday, June 1st
Please Submit News For This Edition By
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