LifeLines

Happenings At

Lord Of Life Lutheran Church

"Where everybody is somebody, and Jesus is Lord!"

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Season Of:

Pentecost

Issue Of: July 1, 2024

"God bless America! Land that I love. Stand beside her, and guide her through the night with a light from above."

From "God Bless America," by Irving Berlin

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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July And August Coffee Hour Treats

Coffee Hour will be held during the summer months, but no group will be assigned as hosts. Please consider signing up to contribute baked goods, a casserole, fruit, or something of your choice. There is a sign up sheet in Fellowship Hall on the beverage table at each Coffee Hour. Thank you in advance!

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

Haiti Relief Quilt

Silent Auction

"Stitches Of Hope"

(A quilt finished by church member

Gloria Brosious)

Our friends in Haiti need help. The nation continues to be in turmoil. This situation has caused much hardship for Hope Alive Clinic and the Penny Miller Sewing Academy. We are auctioning a magnificent quilt, and the proceeds will be donated to Hope Alive Ministries. The quilt measures 60"x70." You can view the quilt in the Narthex and can place your bid in the box provided at the display. As of June 24th, the highest bid is $160. Bidding ends at 11:00 AM on Sunday, July 7th. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support.

To learn more about the horrific situation in Haiti, click on the link below to read a message from the Hope Alive directors.

 To Read The Message - Click Here

Jersey Shore BlueClaws Baseball Game

Thursday, August 15th, At 7:00 PM

Faith And Family Night

Shoretown Ballpark, Lakewood, NJ

Ticket Sales End On

Sunday July 28th!



We have a block of tickets reserved for our annual baseball game outing for Faith and Family Night and fireworks after the game at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws! They are the Class A+ minor league team of the Philadelphia Phillies. Tickets cost $13.00 each. If you are paying by check, make the check payable to James Cuviello.

Ticket sales will occur prior to each Saturday night service and before and after the Sunday service. There will be no ticket sales on Saturday, July 13th. Ticket sales must end on the weekend of July 27th and 28th in order to provide a headcount to the BlueClaws.

If you have any questions, the point of contact is James Cuviello. His email is provided below.

To Email Jim - Click Here

Bible Study To Resume

In September

Our next Bible Study sessions will be on Wednesday, September 18th at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall and Thursday, September19th at 7:00 PM on ZOOM. We will begin with the Book of Luke using BibleProject. To get a preview of our Luke sessions, click on the link below.

For A Preview - Click Here

Special Church Services In July

Saturday, July 6th And Sunday, July 7th

Freedom In Christ Service

Sunday, July 14th

9:30 AM Worship Service With

Blessing of the Vacation Bible School Volunteers and Staff

And

Worden Family Baptism

Saturday, July 20th

Christmas In July Service

Sunday, July 21st

Christmas In July Service With

Blessing of the Adult Mission Trip Team

Saturday, July 27th

5:00 PM Worship Service With

Luke Narang Baptism

Sunday, July 28th

9:30 AM Worship Service With

Lord Of Life Scholarship Awards

2024 Vacation

Bible School

Registration Closed!

Monday July 15th - Thursday, July 18th

All God's Creatures

All available slots for this year's VBS have been filled! But we can still use some help with a couple things mentioned below.

VBS Decorating will occur on Sunday, July 14th following the church service. If you can help with this, please let Breanne know.

VBS Snacks are always needed. If you can provide some, please contact Breanne as soon as possible.

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New "Quiet Bags"

Now Available

Hey toddlers! Check out the new quiet bags at church. Some nice ladies from our church filled them with new 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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Bible, Faith, & Fellowship

(Age 3 - 4th Grade)

Join us at our Sunday worship service on June 9th as we celebrate our BFF program.

The Summer BFF program will begin on Sunday, June 16th.

All children ages 3 to 4th grade are invited to join us at Bible, Faith, & Fellowship. Children will attend the first part of our Sunday morning 9:30 AM service. Following the children's sermon, the group will leave the Sanctuary for Christian learning and other BFF activities. Friends are always welcome!

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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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Nursery Volunteers

Sign Up

On the third Sunday of each month, Lord Of Life will be having a "staffed" nursery during our 9:30 AM Sunday church service. We need to have 2 persons for each date. Orientation training will be provided prior to your first assigned date. If you are able to help, sign up by contacting Breanne.

If you have questions about Youth Ministry or would like to volunteer as a BFF teacher or in any other program, please contact Breanne Tomlinson. A link to her email is below.

To Email Breanne - Click Here

Wiley Ministry, Time For Talents, Book Club, And P.E.P. Will Not Meet In July.

Thank You Time For Talents Members!

To the group at Time for Talents June 7th

Trish Macri-Dainis, Nancy DiYenno, Sara King, Elle Brockington, and Barbara Ma created beautiful banners for VBS (See photo below of the banner images.). And thanks to Barbara Wagner and Penny Miller who encouraged and shared fellowship with us. These banners will be used to lead the children’s groups from one activity to the next.

Lap Robe

Blanket Ministry

Kits Available

Barbara Urban has again supplied us with beautiful knit squares. Your help is requested to assemble them into lap robe blankets for Wiley Care Center. The residents truly appreciate the warmth during air conditioner season and the cheery patterns brighten their day.

Kits contain 16 squares for you to create a pattern of your own design. On the “blanket table” beside Pastor’s office, there are hooks, needles and yarn available. Please crochet or sew squares together in 4 rows with 4 squares in each row. There are instructions on the table.

Completed blankets may be placed back on the table. If you have any question or need instructions, please contact Janell Reich.

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Lunch Bunch

Wednesday, July 24th,

At Noon

Rustic Grille

519 Stokes Road, Medford

We share good food and enjoy spending a relaxed, supportive time together. All are welcome: women, men, family, and friends!

A sign up sheet is on the church bulletin board in the Narthex. For questions, contact Barbara Wagner. A link to her email is below.

To Email Barbara - Click Here

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Devotion And Walk

Tuesday, July 30th,

At 10:00 AM

Black Run Preserve

(Marlton)

(Weather Permitting!)

Join us for a brief devotion and picturesque walk. We will meet at the Borton's Road entrance in Marlton. We share a short devotion and explore God's creation. You never know what we'll spot. All ages are welcome and bring a friend! This is an easy, unpaved trail. How far we walk depends on the group's preference. You can sign up by contacting Janell Reich or on the sheet posted to the bulletin board by the Church Office. Please contact Janell if you have questions.

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Summer Surprise Events!

A Note From Janell

Watch for emails from me or announcements at worship about some special, summertime events that are still "in the works." We will be scheduling "Pop-Up Events." When the weather allows, I will send out an email invitation to meet at Johnson's Farm on a Tuesday evening for half-price ice cream night, or for an Evergreen Dairy Bar Car Cruise and ice cream night, or a gathering at The Original Banana Company in Laurel Springs. We hope you will be able to join us!

A "Note" From Rick Krause:

Cartoon Christmas Trio Coming To Lord Of Life

It may be the middle of summer, but Lord of Life is already planning for the Christmas season! We will be hosting the Cartoon Christmas Trio for a free concert at the church on Saturday, December 7th.  The group plays music from classic Christmas cartoons--especially the music of Vince Guaraldi (the composer of the "Peanuts" soundtracks).  

We are currently reaching out to families with children in grades 2-6 to see if they would be interested in singing, but if other age children and youth would like to participate, they would be more than welcome. Do you know of any children who might like to participate? 

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Rick Krause. You can see him at church, send him an e-mail, or text/call him at your convenience. (3rick@lordlife.us; (856) 287-5328) 

If you would like to find out more about the Cartoon Christmas Trio, please visit their website at https://cartoonchristmastrio.com/home.

Messages From Sandy O'Neal,

Women's Ministry Coordinator

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Suggestions?

If you have any suggestions for what you would like to see this ministry do and possible events or get togethers, please email me, Sandy O'Neal. A link to my email is below.

To Email Sandy - Click Here

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Women's Ministry Email List

We are updating our email list to ensure all women at Lord of Life receive announcements and invitations for Women's Ministry events. Please email me to have your name added to our notifications mailing list. A link to my email is below.

To Email Sandy - Click Here

"Stepping-stones To Health"At Lord Of Life:

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Focus On Health Corner

(Located In Fellowship Hall)

The Stepping-Stones to Health Committee has developed a new program to provide more information about important topics in health and illness. Using the monthly health/illness topic, we will offer a “Focus on Health Corner” in the Fellowship Hall. Each month, the table will share information and resources on significant health issues that affect many in our community and beyond.

Please let us know if there is a topic that you would like to have highlighted. The committee includes Lu and Ed Hourihan, Barbara Ma, Joan Molnar, Janell Reich, and Cynthia Tait.

Strong Bones And Balance Fitness Program

Tuesdays,

July 23rd and 30th at 6:30 PM.

Join us at our next program offering, Strong Bones and Balance Fitness, which meets in Fellowship Hall. This video class is open to all ages, with exercises that can be adjusted for nearly any ability level. Come as you are in comfortable clothes.

If you have questions, please get in touch with Cynthia Tait by email carussell1@comcast.net or phone 602-708-6997.

Stepping Stones Planning Meetings

We would like to invite congregation members to be a part of our Stepping Stones Ministry. No meeting is scheduled in July.

For more information, contact Cynthia Tait. A link to her email is below.

To Email Cynthia - Click Here

Quilt Ministry

Thursday, July 11th

At 10:00 AM

The next meeting of the Quilters will be on Thursday, July 11th at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall. We have recently received 5 large shopping bags full of beautiful quilting material. Our quilts will be dedicated on September 8th. The pick-up date has not been announced. So we have lots of time to complete enough quilts to go over 1,000 quilts that we made and have sent to many needy countries.

If you are unable to be with us at our meetings and want to make quilts, kits are available in the Narthex on the quilting display table, and pre-cut batting pieces and backings can be found in the quilting closet in Fellowship Hall.

Bed Sheets!!!

Bed sheets make great backings for the quilts. You can use any size and cut them to the correct size as needed. We welcome donations of new or lightly used bed sheets. They can be dropped off on the quilting table or in the Fellowship Hall closet. Label them for “Quilting Ministry.” Thank you in advance!

Remember:

Quilt Ministry is open to everyone! There are many simple tasks that you can do. The only cost to join our group is your time!

There are simple jobs that anyone can do. They are:

Sort donated material.

Cut squares of material, pieces of batting or backing.

Put 48 squares together to make a kit.

Sew 48 squares together.

Pin a quilt top, batting, backing together.

Tie a quilt together.

Sew the edge of a quilt.

Gloria Brosious leads our group and will provide instruction. Hope to see you on the 11th!

To Email Gloria - Click Here

Grace Place Registration

For 2024-2025

We are continuing to accept registrations for next school year through the end of August. If you wish to have your child attend Grace Place in 2024-2025, please contact the Director, Amy Wilmot. The phone number to call is 609-268-2756 and a link to her email is below.

To Email The Director - Click Here

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Grace Place Seeking A Bookkeeper

Term To Begin September 2024

Grace Place is seeking to have a bookkeeper for the next school year. This is a volunteer position that someone from the congregation can fill. It is helpful for this church member to have a background in accounting and managing budgets, but it is not a requirement.

Here is the job description for Grace Place Bookkeeper: 

The Bookkeeper is responsible for keeping the financial records of the preschool program in order. They will look at income and expenses of the program and compare them to projected budgets. He or she is also responsible for approving checks needed for the program. They will need to attend one Grace Place Board meeting a month.

If you wish to be considered for this volunteer position, please contact Grace Place Director, Amy Wilmot.

Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall Organ Tour

Friday, August 9th,

At 10:00 AM

Have you ever seen or heard the world's largest and loudest musical instrument? It is the Midmer-Losh pipe organ in Atlantic City's Boardwalk Hall. We will have an opportunity to tour the famous building and hear a half-hour concert by Scott Breiner (Organist at Grace Lutheran Church, Somers Point) on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM. The tour cost is $10. Lunch (optional) will follow at the Rainforest Cafe. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the Narthex. For more information, please see or contact Rick Krause (3rick@lordlife.us or 856-287-5328).

Special Tour Of Citizen's Bank Park

Tuesday, August 13th

At 1:00 PM

Once again, Lord of Life is organizing a tour of Citizens Bank Park this summer. Rick Krause will be leading the tour on Tuesday, August 13th at 1:00 PM.  Tour guests will be treated to a brief audio/visual presentation of Citizens Bank Park, followed by an up-close look at the ballpark. Tour stops include the field, dugouts, CP Rankin Club, Hall of Fame Club, Broadcast Booths, and Media Room.

The 90-minute tour is a lot of walking, but it is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Wheelchairs are available by request.

The cost is:

Adult $13

Child (14 & under) $8

Student $8

Senior (55+) $8

Children (3 & under) FREE

If interested, please sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex of the church. If you would like more information, please contact Rick Krause (3rick@lordlife.us or 856-287-5328).

Lord Of Life

Church Family

Beach Party

At Mimosa Lakes

Save The Date!

Saturday, August 24th,

From 1:00 PM To 5:00 PM

Who?: Lord of Life Family members of all ages.

Why?: For Fun!

What?: Swimming, canoeing, paddle boating, games (corn hole, volley ball, badminton…).

Where?: Mimosa Lakes Beach at the corner of Shanty Dam Road and Pontiac Drive in Medford.

What To Bring?: Your own snacks, drinks, water toys, chairs, towels, and beach stuff.

We hope you will join your church family friends as we say good-bye to the summer. See you there on August 24th!

Can You Help Mow

The Church Lawn?

Thanks to all who have signed up to mow our lawn! BUT, we still have two open dates that need to be filled. The dates are for an individual week beginning:

September: 29th

October: 13th

If you are able to help out with one or both of these dates, please contact Keith Lerner. Training will be given to all volunteers. A link to Keith's email is below.

To Email Keith - Click Here

Ohana Ukuleles

There will be practice on Monday, July 22nd at 1:30 PM.

Summer is a great time for new members to join us! This is a relaxed, supportive group that has found joy in playing together. Come share God's peace and the gift off music with us!

Please contact Janell Reich for more information.

To Email Janell - Click Here

Holy Eucharist Ministry

Any church member who is unable to be at our services and would like to receive Holy Communion at their home should contact either the church office (609-268-0262) or Penny Miller (609-726-1698). A time for a visit will then be planned.

Soup Ministry

If you make a meal or soup and have leftovers, please consider donating them. We are asking you to store food in a disposable deli container, label the contents, and place it in the large, upright freezer in the church kitchen which is located next to the stove. The food will be distributed to those of the congregation who are in need. Please contact Bettie Lohman or Barbara Ma with names of folks who could use a delivery.

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Prayer

Have you ever truly thought about prayer and its importance in your life? Generally, prayers are centered around 4 basic themes:

• Adoration -- Giving glory & praise to God.
• Confession -- Explaining to God your sins and asking for forgiveness.
• Thanksgiving -- Thanking God for good things (big and small).
• Supplication -- Asking God for what we need and to help us.

As Lutherans, prayer is a big part of our faith. So, how do Lutherans pray?

Please check out a video created by Pastor Emily Hartman, Assistant to the Bishop of the South Carolina Synod.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsc19zwDQlA&list=PLZapPS4bCOJAfmpPbKi4z48LlzS5CQLJm&index=21

You can also read a letter that Martin Luther wrote to his barber about prayer. It is entitled “A Simple Way to Pray.”

https://beresolute.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Simple-Way-to-Pray-by-Martin-Luther.pdf

Thank you Rick Krause for sharing this!

Ongoing Collection For

The Christian Caring Center

And

Bridge Of Peace

Please drop off your items for both the Christian Caring Center and Bridge Of Peace into the appropriate shopping cart located in the church entry hallway. Thank you in advance for your generosity!

Needs List For

The Christian Caring Center

FOOD PANTRY:                                       

peanut butter & jelly

tuna

soups

instant potatoes

mac & cheese

cereal, breakfast bars, Nutri-Grain bars

juice

shelf milk

pasta & sauce

CLOTHING:

warm sweatshirts and sweatpants

jeans of all sizes, but especially waist sizes 32 to 36

sneakers

tee shirts

hygiene items (filled with small size items)

sleeping bags

SHELTERS:

twin Sheets

new comforters

gently used or new pots and pans

cleaning supplies (Dawn, bathroom cleaner, etc)

gently used or new towels & washcloths

zippered plastic sheet protectors for twin beds

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Christian Caring Center Newsletter

The link below will lead to the most current Christrian Caring Newsletter which is May 2024.

To Read The May Newsletter - Click Here

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Needs List For Bridge Of Peace Food Pantry

The food pantry at BOP could use several items that are currently in low supply. Here is the list of these groceries. Donations can be placed in the shopping cart in the church entryway.

Peanut Butter

Canned Tomato Sauce

Canned Fruit

Boxed Pasta

Boxed Macaroni And Cheese

Helping Hands Ministry

Wednesday, July 24th,

At 9:00 AM

(Sandwiches For The Christian Caring Center)

Helping Hands is a monthly ministry to make sandwiches for the homeless served by Christian Caring Center. It usually meets the last Wednesday of each month, but this month we are meeting one week sooner, on July 24th. We form an assembly line and make about 200 sandwiches in an hour. Jobs are easy – putting meat and cheese on a roll, placing sandwiches in a baggie, counting the sandwiches, and putting them in a grocery bag. Everyone gets a small, easy task and a lot gets done quickly while we share some time together. We keep everyone safe by wearing gloves and masks, spacing ourselves, and venting the room. All are invited to join us!

It would be good to know in advance how many people can help each time we meet to make sandwiches. Some months we have a lot of help, but others not enough. Please sign up on the bulletin board in the Narthex or contact Janell Reich.

To Email Janell - Click Here

MORE Athletic Shoe Collection

MORE stands for Modular Organic Regenerative Environments. The group is 100% funded by recycling athletic shoes, keeping them out of landfills. Donated shoes are sold to participating vendors in developing countries. Proceeds regenerate forests and jump start small farming co-ops in needy regions. This creates retail jobs while stimulating free enterprise. MORE provides basic supplies, tools, seeds (fruit-bearing mango, papaya, avocado and income producing mahogany), and agroforestry training to poor farming families, school children and rural villages.

You can contribute your used sneakers or athletic shoes by placing them in the collection box located in the church entryway. Please sneaker-type used footwear only, no dress or other shoes.

For Information About MORE - Click Here

Summer Camp

A Message From Cross Roads:

At Cross Roads, we believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where young people can grow, explore, and discover their true potential. Our summer camp programs are designed to foster personal growth, build lasting friendships, and instill a sense of community and belonging. Through a diverse range of activities, from outdoor adventures to creative arts, campers learn valuable life skills, develop self-confidence, and grow in their faith.

Here are just a few reasons why summer camp at Cross Roads is so special:

Personal Development: Campers are encouraged to step out of their comfort zones, try new things, and gain a deeper understanding of themselves.

Lifelong Friendships: The bonds formed at camp often turn into lifelong friendships, built on shared experiences and mutual support.

Connection with Nature: Our beautiful natural setting provides the perfect backdrop for campers to disconnect from technology and connect with the great outdoors.

Faith and Reflection: Campers have the opportunity to grow spiritually, explore their faith, and reflect on their personal journeys in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Fun and Adventure: From hiking and swimming to arts and crafts, every day at camp is filled with fun, adventure, and new discoveries.

We invite you to watch the video (the link is below) and see for yourself the transformative power of summer camp at Cross Roads. Whether you are a returning family, a new camper, or a supporter of our mission, your involvement helps us continue to provide these life-changing experiences for all who come to Cross Roads.

To Watch The Video - Click Here

To register for summer camp, click on the link below.

To Register - Click Here

American Red Cross

Blood Drive At Lord Of Life

A Note From Bill Dreisbach:

Thanks to all for another successful blood drive. Although we didn't make my elusive goal of 30 pints, we did come close with 26 (including 2 walk-ins).

This is always a tough time of year, and this blood will be used to save lives. Thanks to all of you for your help on this event!

Stay Connected To The New Jersey Synod

Lord of Life is one of 146 congregations of the New Jersey Synod. Our Synod is one of 65 within the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Our Synod has a website and a newsletter that you can access. It also is on Facebook and other social media websites. The links below will take you to the main website, a webpage from which you can sign up for the bi-weekly newsletter, Jersey Jottings, and for you to view the Synod Facebook page.

For The Synod Website Homepage - Click Here

To Learn About And Sign Up For Jersey Jottings - Click Here

For The Synod Facebook Page - Click Here

Join Lutheran Summer Music 2024

In Person Or Online!

Lutheran Summer Music (LSM) announces its 42nd season, offering over 30 free and open-to-the-public concerts and recitals. All events take place this July at Valparaiso University, and most will be live streamed. Performances and services are shared by over 250 students, faculty, fellows, worship staff, and guest artists who come together to create a vibrant community of music-makers. The LSM 2024 season will culminate during Festival Week (July 21st-28th), featuring the LSM Festival Band, Choir, and Orchestra, a Festival of Hymns, and closing each day with sung Evening Prayer. Of special note, the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians (ALCM) will join this year’s LSM community and offer an intergenerational performance of J.S. Bach’s St. John Passion. Visit LSMacademy.org/2024 for a complete listing of events and to access the livestream.

Taxpayers who are 70 1/2 or older can transfer up to $100,000 from a

traditional IRA tax-free to charity each year. The "qualified charitable

distribution" will count as your required minimum distribution without being added to your adjusted gross income! One of our Lord of Life church members is already taking advantage of this. Read all about it in the links

below, and consult your tax advisor.

To Read Link 1 - Click Here

To Read Link 2 - Click Here

To Read Link 3 - Click Here

To Read Link 4 - Click Here

Save The Date!

It's never too early to announce some upcoming events that we have planned at Lord of Life. We will have details on all of these as time gets closer. Hope you will be able to join us!

Saturday, August 24th - LOL Beach Day At Mimosa Lakes, Medford (See the article in this issue of LifeLines!)

Saturday, September 7th - LOL Drive-In Movie Night In Our Church Parking Lot

Sunday, September 8th - God's Work , Our Hands Sunday

Sunday, September 15th - LOL Church Picnic

Saturday, December 7th - Special Christmas Program Featuring The Christmas Trio (See the article in this issue of LifeLines!)

Photos From June Events

At Lord Of Life

Blessing Of The Quilts

Sunday, June 2nd

The quilts received a blessing from Pastor prior to their distribution to children in South America.

Ice Cream Cruise

Sunday, June 2nd

After a scenic drive through the Pinelands, our group of 26 church members and friends enjoyed food, fellowship, and, of course, ice cream at Stewarts in Tuckerton.

Lap Robe Delivery

Thursday, June 6th

More beautiful lap robes and shawls for Wiley were delivered on June 6th. Thanks to all who created them. You are much appreciated!

Time For Talents

Friday, June 7th

Our group created banners for Vacation Bible School. There was a particular animal image for each one.

Blessing And Honor

Service

Sunday, June 9th

Our graduates were recognized, Grace Place Director, Amy Wilmot, addressed the congregation, and we welcomed new members: Joe Crockrell, Carol & Peter Fucci, and Alyssa Wilmot.

PEP Ballpark Picnic

June 12, 2024

Our People Enjoying People group had a wonderful time at the Dreisbach's for a picnic at the ballpark. There were hot dogs, hamburgers, salads, and tasty desserts. Thanks to Sue and Bill Dreisbach for hosting the gathering.

Quilters At Work

Thursday, June 13th

Photos show Gloria Brosious cutting material into quilt squares, Carolyn Cuviello holding a donated quilt, and Tina Leach making up kits for church members to assemble into a quilt top.

Dine And Donate

Wednesday, June 19th

It was a fun night at PJ's for the mission trip fundraiser dinner. Ten percent of the bill was donated to Lord of Life by the restaurant. The funds will be applied to mission trip expenses. Thanks to all who participated!

Financial Audits For

2021, 2022, And 2023

(Photos From Thursday, June 20th During The 2023 Audit)

Financial Audits Completed!

For those of you at the annual meeting this year, you heard Bill Reich note that the audit for the past 3 years had not been completed, and he asked for a volunteer to lead the effort. Knowing I got a C in Accounting I figured I was qualified to volunteer. My strategy was to recruit other knowledgeable volunteers to do the heavy lifting, and we completed all 3 audits over the past 3 months. It goes to show you it’s not what you know, but who you know! Nothing remarkable was found (that’s a good thing) which is testament to the outstanding accurate efforts of our Treasurer Debbie Chromeck, our Financial Secretary Carol Ebersberger and all of our Tellers who volunteer throughout the year! I also want to publicly recognize and thank the great team of volunteering for their Time and Talent so that you, too, can thank them and, if interested, ask what they thought about it and see if you might want to volunteer next year (There’s a great instruction manual to follow, and Debbie was around to help with any questions.). Many thanks to Penny Miller, Lu Hourihan, Bettie Lohman, Bill and Tina Leach, Ed Harding, Tom Tait, and Barbara Godfrey! Well done good and faithful servants!

MORE Shoebox Delivery

Monday, June 24th

One of our collection boxes was sent to MORE. As you can see in the photo, it was full! The used sneakers will either be passed on to be worn as is or recycled. Thanks to all who donated to this cause!

Below is a message from the MORE staff:

Keeping a running tally of carbon pulled by your trees is our pleasure. Every pair you send us becomes five trees pulling down 5,000 pounds of carbon in 20 years. One pair of used athletic shoes weighing 1.6 pounds pulls down well over 5,000 pounds of carbon in only two decades with 5 trees. And average of 50 pounds a year for each tree.

Your gift of shoes also feeds millions of people with over a million trees planted by students since January 2023. Most of the trees planted are also food producers. 1/ 3 of all food comes from trees in the tropics.

It is also worth mentioning that we upcycle one pound of plastic waste for every pair of shoes donated.

We greatly appreciate your continuous support and please do not hesitate to reach out to us if there's any questions or concerns.

Regards,

Carole Bender, MORE Foundation Group

Helping Hands

Wednesday, June 26

Our crew made 192 sandwiches for the clients of the Christian Caring Center. Thank you to our helpers: Sue Dreisbach, Jim Ernst, Carol Fucci, Kirsten & Harry Granfors, Ed Hourihan, Judy Lerner, Bettie Lohman, Janell & Bill Reich, Joan & Jesse Roberts, and Cynthia Tait.

Thanks so much for again accomplishing so much. Thanks to Sue and Lu & Ed for purchasing supplies. Thanks to Bettie Lohman for setting up the tables. Thanks to all for making and bagging sandwiches. Thanks to Jim Ernst for delivering the food and supplies to Christian Caring Center. What a wonderful effort in feeding our neighbors in need. And on top of it all, it is a great time together, chatting and catching up on each other's lives.

You are a blessing,

Janell

Air Victory Museum Tour

Wednesday, June 26th

Our group of eighteen were given a special tour of the Air Victory Museum. Special thanks to Tony Bencivengo and Keith Lerner for leading the tour and providing in depth information about the displays.

July Birthdays

July 4: Carol Flood

July 5: Robert Brosious, Charlene Jennings, and Pat Macri

July 7: Priscilla Faucett

July 8: Josephine Grosser

July 10: Stacy Allen

July 12: John Evans and Florence Nicklas

July 13: Janell Reich

July 16: Samantha Schultheis

July 18: Craig Baechler

July 19: Marita Malone, Summer Snodgrass, and Alexander Tomlinson

July 20: Al Schultheis, Julie Scott, and Elizabeth Shiplee 

July 21: Zachary Tomlinson

July 22: Ed Hourihan

July 23: Brian Miller and Paul Rogers

July 26: Anthony Mocci

July 28: Brett Thomas

July 30: John Schwarzmann

July 31: Dan Rinck

July Wedding Anniversaries

July 3:  Sarah & Matthew Michaleski

July 6: Donna & William, Jr. Rudderow

July 8: Chris & Nick Kulina (Celebrating 52 years!)

July 10: Emily & Jeffrey Grosser

July 11: Beth & Jim Hopkins and Michele & Gene Ingrao

July 14: Mary & Andrew Roppoli (Celebrating 45 years!) and

Leslie & Craig Schmauder

July 15: Judy & Anthony Bencivengo (Celebrating 52 years!)

July 16: Linda Nardi & Steven Hansen

July 18: Carolyn & James Cuviello (Celebrating 54 years!)

July 24: Melissa & John DeAngelis

July 26: Deborah & Robert Donahue and

Amy & Donald Wilmot (Celebrating 30 years!)

July Baptismal Anniversaries

July: Merle Brown

July 2: Athena Beneventano

July 5: Kaitlin Murray

July 7: Anthony Bencivengo and Chance Heinhold

July 8: Olivia Murray and Kelsey Sarnecki

July 9: Benjamin Murray

July 10: Kristy Godfrey and Grace Grosser

July 12: Lauren Barnes, Nicholas Gallagher, and Charles Ghegan, Jr.

July 13: Alexys Vernier and Madasyn Vernier

July 20: Gillian Ingrao

July 21: Tyler Reich

July 22: Bethany Beneventano and Abigail Cosper

July 30: Grace Ingrao

Please note that the church office will be closed on Independance Day, Thursday, July 4th.

Going Wild At Lord of Life

The Pinelands is home to 39 species of mammals, 299 bird species, 59 reptile and amphibian species, and 91 fish species. This includes 43 animal species that are listed as threatened or endangered by the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife. It is not unusual to see some of these creatures visiting or living on our church grounds. We have deer and wild turkeys stopping by on a regular basis, and there was at least one American Bald Eagle perched on the cell phone tower.

This past Wednesday, one animal resident was relocated to a more animal friendly spot. It was a groundhog that was living near the Grace Place fenced in playground. Thank you Keith Lerner for arranging its trip to greener pastures.

LifeLines Ending Song:

This is ELW hymn #891. It uses the music of the British National Anthem which is somewhat ironic. Let us all continue to ask that God will remain by the side of our nation and bless us.

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Here's a bonus piece of music to celebrate our Independance.

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