Issue Of: October 1, 2023

"Only fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart; for consider what great things he has done for you."

1 Samuel 12:24 NRSV

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!

From The Pastor's Desk:

Worship News For October:

October brings many exciting things to Lord of Life. Here is a week by summary. See you all in church!

Peace,

Pastor Wendolyn

Sunday, October 1st: Interfaith Refugees and Immigrants Support and Empowerment (IRISe) guest will greet us in the Narthex and at coffee hour for us to hear more about this program to provide new hope to many. Here is a link that briefly gives information about the organization.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Df1uoFGLfRMqeiNz4-zA7N_unOqhh7Y8/view?usp=drive_link

Also on this Sunday our Stewardship campaign will begin with a reminder to check for an email that will talk about this year's program.

Saturday/Sunday, October 7th/8th: Pastor will be on vacation to attend a Family Weekend at Dante's college, the Universitiy of Akron in Ohio. During the church services, a Temple Talk will be given about the word "Stewardship." (For pastoral emergencies, contact Pastor Eric Trozzo at 609-286-8972.)

Saturday/Sunday, October 14th/15th: During the church services, there will be a Stewardship Temple Talk on "Why to try Tithe.ly and use it during worship for your offering."

Saturday/Sunday, October 21st /22nd: We will pause from our Stewardship Campaign to focus on mental health. Church member Becky Christianson, a Christian Therapist from Rebellious Wellness Counseling in Evesham, will preach on mental health awareness and prepare us for Reformation weekend.

This is also the weekend of the "BREATHE" Women's Retreat. All the women at Lord of Life should consider joining Pastor and others from across New Jersey at this event. Pastor will return from the retreat to be at Lord of Life for Sunday worship.

Wednesday, October 25^th, At 7:00 PM: QPR training.  Just like CPR, QPR is an emergency response to someone in crisis and can save lives. QPR stands for "Question, Persuade, Refer." The training will give you the tools needed to engage in these three steps if you find yourself thinking, "I'm concerned, what should I do?" This course is for everyone; please sign up by emailing the Church office at: Lordlife@Lordlife.us

Saturday/Sunday, October 28th/29th, Reformation Weekend:  On Reformation Weekend, we will post our mental health version of the 95 theses, by signing and sharing the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Stigma-Free pledge, that our Church is a safe place to ask for help and to talk about mental health. The pledge says:  The congregation of Lord of Life, in the New Jersey Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, recognizes the community mental health needs and supports the efforts of all by designating Lord of Life as a Stigma-Free Zone and challenging each other to do likewise - be Stigma Free. Learn more at https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Pledge-to-Be-StigmaFree .  A Temple Talk is being planned as well.

A Request For Information:

Parents and grandparents, tell us about your children's or grandchildren's game schedules, recitals, school plays, etc. Just email the information to me at: pastor@lordlife.us

Contacting Pastor Wendolyn:

The Lord of Life website has information on contacting Pastor. Just click on the link provided below to access the site.

Contacting Pastor - Click Here

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Pastor's Contact Information:

Office Hours: Sundays, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Cell phone: 609-286-4533 - available 24/7 though I do not answer while driving or visiting.

Email: pastor@lordlife.us

Facebook: "Friend" me at Wen Trozzo or join me at @PastorWendolyn

Instagram: Wendofish

Tuesday Morning

Prayer Meeting

Tuesday, October 5th At 9:00 AM

Join us for a brief time (20-30 minutes) of guided prayer, which will be led by Pastor Wendolyn. When we did this for the National Day of Prayer in May, the response was so positive that we decided to continue it. So mark your calendars for 9:00 AM on the first Tuesday of every month! We will have a different theme/prayer focus each week and will also pray through the Lord of Life prayer list.

Adult Bible Study

"The Book of Psalms - Here, There, and Where to Look for God"

Next Session: Wednesday, October 4th

10:00 AM & 7:00 PM

Continuing On Wednesdays

10:00 AM & 7:00 PM  

Your Bible has 150 Psalms in it, but what do we do with this "Scriptural songbook?" Together, we will learn how some Psalms direct us to encounter God right here, or cry to a God who feels far away, or celebrate what God can do. Each week we will read 3 Psalms together, one focusing on God right here, one on God somewhere away from us, and one on where God might be moving us. We will also connect with some of the most well-known Psalms through hymns, poetry, and art.  

Even if you can't join in regularly, please come and see what our Bible studies are all about. Beginner or scholar, coming every week or just once, sitting with friends or people new to you: you will feel welcome and develop ways to live out your faith alongside other seekers and disciples. 

FALL Cleanup Day Scheduled!

Volunteers Needed!

A Message From Craig Baechler & Keith Lerner, Property Care Ministry

Our Lord of Life Church Grounds Fall Cleanup Day will be held on Saturday October 28, 2023 beginning at 8:30 AM. (No rain date). We are asking for all volunteers to meet us in the church parking lot by 8:30 AM on the scheduled date. Plan on approximately 4 hours of work, but any amount of time you can devote will be greatly appreciated.

Tasks:

We need help with weeding, raking/blowing off leaves, trimming of shrubs and tree branches, etc.

Please Bring;

It is recommended that you bring your own work gloves, hand sanitizer, water, and snacks. The church will provide tools, but you are welcome and encouraged to bring your own since we only have a limited number to hand out.

Plan To Help? Let Craig or Keith Know:

If you plan to help with our cleanup, please contact Keith or Craig to let them know if you will be helping.

To Email Craig - Click Here

To Email Keith - Click Here

We appreciate and thank you for any time you can spare to volunteer for this project!

Sign Up!

Lord of Life

"Welcoming All"

Lawn Signs Available

The Discipleship, Evangelism, and Communications Committee (DECC) has purchased brand new yard signs for a community outreach initiative! Please feel free to take one to display in your front yard, inviting all in your neighborhood to join us at Lord of Life. 

There is no cost to you for the signs, but a free-will offering will be welcome if you would like to contribute. We simply ask that the signs be returned to the church when you have finished displaying them as they can be used again in the future. Thank you for helping spread a warm welcome to our community!

If your have any questions about the initiative, contact Cynthia Tait. A link to her email is below.

To Email Cynthia - Click Here

New Ministry Possibilities

A Message From Council President Bill Reich

NJ Synod Grant Opportunity And New Ministry Ideas

Earlier this year members of Council participated in a Financial Education program offered by the Synod.  As a result, Lord of Life is eligible to participate in a Grant Program also offered by the New Jersey Synod.  The Grant provides $2,000 to a church initiating a new ministry.  There is also a further opportunity to garner an additional $5,000 in matching funds if the congregation is so inclined.  Your council has spent some time gathering ideas for new ministry opportunities.  Those ideas are as follows:

Stephen Ministry:  This ministry provides Christ centered care to individuals in the congregation and community experiencing a crisis such as a terminal illness, grief, job loss, etc.  Interested members of the congregation would be trained to provide this care and support.

LOL Scholarship Ministry:  Establish a scholarship program for members of Lord of Life.  Create a structure of requirements for eligibility and application (i.e., participation in LOL activities, acolyte, usher, choir, special music, etc.).  Consider tying this into ongoing communications and support from the congregation to our students.

The Daniel Plan:  The Daniel Plan provides a God centered approach to achieving a healthy lifestyle by optimizing five key essentials – Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus and Friends.  The ministry would provide a means, via small groups to strengthen our congregation and, the greater community.

Caregiver/Parent Night Out Ministry:  The ministry would provide respite to Caregivers and Parents of Special Needs children.  Providing structured care (learning, playing, and eating!), for a couple of hours once or twice a month to children in grades 1 through 12 with special needs, would minister to the child and the parent/caregiver.  The ministry would be provided to members and the greater community.  Holy Communion Lutheran Church in Berlin, NJ offers a similar program with great success.

Art Show Ministry:   Establish a permanent set up for Art installations in the hall leading into and on the walls around Fellowship Hall.  Host a “First Friday Art Show” with a feature local artist each month.  They would be encouraged to invite their circle of friends and family into our building for the show.  This could be paired with artist talks, open mic nights, book signings, coffee shop and/or art instruction events.  Art would be generally 2-dimensional art including paintings/drawings, quilts, photography, needlework, etc.

As with any ministry, there needs to be a team of people to oversee the work and sustain the ministry. We have these ideas, but we do not, today, have a team of people to guide any of them so that they may get off the ground.

Please consider whether you would like to be a part of any of these new ministry opportunities. If you have an interest in any of the above ideas, please send an email to council@lordlife.us to let us know.

Also, if you have an idea for a new ministry for Lord of Life that could make use of grant funds to get started, email your Church Council with the idea. Please share your thoughts on these topics with Council.

Bible, Faith, & Fellowship

(Age 3 - 4th Grade)

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. 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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Youth Group

(Grades 6-12)

Sunday, October 8th, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

And

Sunday, October 22nd, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Our Lord of Life Youth Group will be making bat boxes on Sunday, October 8th. The Sunday, October 22nd gathering will have "Exodus Bowling," a unique fun adventure. All youth grades 6 to 12 are invited to attend. Friends are always welcome.

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Confirmation Classes

Sunday, October 1st, At 4:00 PM

And

Sunday, October 15th, At 4:00 PM

Our 2023-2024 Confirmation Classes will begin today, Sunday, October 1st at 4:00 PM. We are looking forward to working together along your journey to grow in faith and Christ. The second session in October will be on Sunday, October 15th. Please make every effort to attend all of the scheduled Confirmation Classes.

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Trunk Or Treat

At

Lord of Life

Sunday, October 29th,

At 10:45 AM

Following our Sunday morning worship service, the annual Lord of Life Trunk Or Treat will take place in the church parking lot. Church youth and their friends are welcome!

2023 NJ Synod

Youth Retreat

Friday - Sunday

November 17th -19th

This year's NJ Synod Youth Retreat will be held at the Sheraton in Edison, NJ. All youth grades 6-12 and their adult leaders are invited to join us for a weekend of faith, fellowship, and fun! Our theme this year is Rejoice! 

Registration is open through October 30th.

Register on the NJ Synod website: www.njsynod.org/youth-events

We hope to see you there!

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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.

Wiley Ministry

Thursday, October 5th

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. We are very excited to share that Wiley has lifted visitation restrictions, and we will be able to bring as many people as we like. The folks at Wiley are quite welcoming and our music brings smiles to them. They look forward to seeing us each month. Our October program is themed around nature.

If you would like to participate by either singing, playing an instrument, doing a scripture reading, handing out song sheets, or just being there to greet the residents, please contact Janell Reich or Sue Dreisbach. You do not have to commit to every month. Please consider joining us to bring joy to Wiley!

To Email Sue - Click Here

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Time For Talents

Friday, October 6th,

At 10:00 AM

Join us for a time of creativity and fellowship! Fall themed craft projects are the focus of our October session. All materials will be provided. Friends are always welcome! Contact Janell if you have any questions.

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Book Club

During the next two months, we will be reading and discussing banned books.

Tuesday, October 10th,

At 1:00 PM

Speak

By Laurie Halse Anderson

A girl named Melinda is raped, calls the police, and is then ostracized, causing her to develop selective mutism. The story was based on Anderson's own life.

Tuesday, November 14th,

At 1:00 PM

Extremely Loud And

Incredibly Close

By Jonathan Safran Foer

This is a funny, uplifting novel about a boy's journey through New York in the aftermath of September 11th.

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Lunch Bunch

Wednesday, October 18th,

At 12:30 PM

Sebastian's Schnitzelhaus

43 Fort Dix Street, Wrightstown

The October Lunch Bunch meal will be at Sebastian's Schnitzelhaus in Wrightstown. Come and enjoy some wonderful German food. Come and enjoy some wonderful fellowship. All are welcome: women, men, family, and friends! A sign up sheet is on the church bulletin board in the Narthex. Contact Barbara Wagner if you have any questions. A link to her email is below.

To Email Barbara - Click Here

People Enjoying People

P.E.P.

Thursday, October 26th, At Noon

Please join us for a celebration of everything football. There will be food, fellowship…and other surprises! Wear your favorite team jersey. Sloppy Joes will be provided.

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Devotion And Walk

Tuesday, October 31st

At 1:30 PM

(Please Note The

New Start Time!)

Pennington Park

801 Creek Rd, Delanco

(Weather Permitting!)

Join us for a brief devotion and picturesque walk. The park, located along Creek Road, has a variety of facilities, is an easy walk, and has views of the Rancocas Creek. Please let Janell know if you would like to car pool. For more information about the park, click on the link below.

For More Information - Click Here

"Stepping-stones To Health"

At Lord Of Life:

Strong Bones And Balance Fitness Program

Monday, October 9th

And

Tuesday, October 24th

6:30 PM - 7:30 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.

Quilt Ministry

Thursday, October 12th

At 10:00 AM

A Message From Gloria Brosious:

The October meeting of the Quilters will be on Thursday, Octobert 12th at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall. We will be working on making quilts for Lutheran World Relief in our 2023 - 2024 church year.

There are so many people who are involved - I thank you all. This church year will be our 10th year! I would like to see us reach 1000 quilts. We are at 956 now so that means we should be over 1,000 and celebrate in our milestone year.

Quilt Delivery Made:

Our completed quilts from 2022 - 2023 were delivered to Redeemer Lutheran Church in Vineland, the local collection center, on September 21st. A total of 108 quilts were donated! From there, they will travel to Lutheran World Relief in Maryland for worldwide distribution. Thanks to everyone who was part of making these quilts. Thanks also to Lu and Ed Hourihan, Judy and Keith Lerner, and Carolyn and Jim Cuviello who helped Bob and I with the quilt delivery.

If you want to see what happens to the quilts once they arrive at the warehouse in Maryland, watch the video that shows the quilts processed for shipping to many places around the world.

To Watch The Video - Click Here

Remember:

Quilt Ministry is open to everyone! There are many simple tasks that you can do.

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 12th!

To Email Gloria - Click Here

Grace Place News

From Grace Place Director And Lord Of Life Member,

Amy Wilmot 

A few spots are still open for this year's school program. Tours of our facility can be arranged for those wishing to enroll their children. Please reach out to Amy Wilmot if you have questions, want more information, or wish to have a tour.

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We are always looking for volunteers to come in and read a story to our classes and or do a craft. Let Amy know if you wish to participate.

To Email Amy - Click Here

Two October

Events For

Bridge Of Peace

Women's Ministry is sponsoring two events at Bridge of Peace during the month of October. If you can help with either your presence, food donations, or a donation of treats, it would be greatly appreciated.

Youth Dinner, Tuesday, October 3rd:

We will be bringing dinner to BOP's youth group. The meal will be pizza, salad, fruit, dessert. and drinks. If you can help by donating money, fruit, salad ingredients, or drinks it will be greatly appreciated. Please let Barbara Wagner know if you can help out.

To Email Barbara - Click Here

Trunk Or Treat, Thursday, October 26th:

Bridge of Peace will be having their Trunk or Treat. Lord of Life Women's Ministry will be setting up a table and handing out candy and small toys. If you can donate any candy, please leave your candy in the Lord of Life kitchen and mark the bag "For BOP." Anyone is welcome to join us. This event is held inside their building so weather is not an issue. Please contact Betty Mastrillo if you have questions.

To Email Betty - Click Here

Schulmerich Handbell Factory Tour

Monday, October 2nd, At 10:00 AM

Cancelled

Tuesday, October 24th, At 10:00 AM

Is Still A "Go"

The Monday, October 2nd tour had to be cancelled, but we still have have the Tuesday, October 24th tour available. We will be going to the factory that built our handbells. Schulmerich is the world's largest and oldest producer of these musical instruments. Since 1935, their craftspeople have created and refurbished handbells and chimes for customers around the globe.

The tour is limited to around 10 people. Cost is $15 per person. There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board.

We will carpool from the church parking lot at 8:00 AM on the day of the tour.

New Jersey Women's Fall Retreat:

"BREATHE"

Friday, October 20th – Sunday, October 22nd

Join Pastor, her mom, and women from all over NJ for this year’s fall retreat, "BREATHE," at Cross Roads Camp And Retreat Center in Port Murray, NJ. The program, led by Rev. Laurie Matarazzo and Pastor Dale Selover, will invite us to breathe in the Spirit of the Living God.  Take time to catch your breath by exploring the spiritual gifts of prayer, scripture, song, conversation, and silence in a beautiful setting.

Carpool leaves Lord of Life at 2:00 PM on Friday, October 20th.

(Pastor will leave early to be at our Sunday worship services, but others are welcome to remain through Sunday noon.)

Cost: $195 for excellent meals and double-occupancy rooms with single beds and en-suite bathrooms. Bedding and towels are included. Use the link below to register for the event on the Cross Roads website.

To Register - Click Here

Invitation To: Conversations With

Bishop Tracie Bartholomew

And Staff

If you are a staff member or lay leader at Lord of Life, you are invited to join an online conversation session with the NJ Synod Bishop. To register, you can use the links provided below.

October 3 - Congregation Treasurers and Finance Committee Chairs - the online gathering will begin at 7:00 PM

Click HERE To Register

October 5 – Congregation Lay Leaders and Council Members - the online gathering will begin at 7:00 PM

Click HERE To Register

October 19 – Congregation Office Administrative Assistants and Secretaries - the online gathering will begin at 12:30 PM

Click HERE To Register

Ohana

Adult Ukulele Group

Monday, October 16th

And

Monday, October 30th

At 1:30 PM

Playing ukulele is easy and fun. And that’s what this group is, a fun time to learn and play easy music together.

If you would like to join us, we still have a couple of ukuleles available. 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 visit will then be planned.

Mission Trip:

Summary Presentation Video

Members of our Lord of Life Appalachia Service Project Team gave a summary of the work done on the mission trip in West Virginia during our God's Work, Our Hands Sunday church service. If you were not able to be at the service or wish to see it again, click on the link below.

To View The Video - Click Here

Walk Against Cancer

Sunday, October 8th, At 10:00 AM

Ocean City, NJ Boardwalk

The American Cancer Society's Making Strides Walk at Ocean City, NJ will be held Sunday, October 8th, beginning at 10:00 AM on the boardwalk. Lord of Life’s team in the 5K walk has raised $95 so far for this year's campaign. We had a few folks join us for the "American Cancer Society (ACS) Night at the Phillies" game in August and hope we'll have many more in Ocean City. Please consider making a donation of any amount to help put an end to this disease. In 2023 alone. approximately 290,560 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer. ACS has provided 124 million dollars in funding for breast cancer research. For cancer information, answers, and hope - available every minute of every day - call 800-227-2345.

Please click the link below to make a secure online donation (any amount) to support Lord of Life "LC’s Team." Thank you!

https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STRfr_id=105594&pg=team&team_id=2685573

Thanksgiving Baskets

Collection

For The

Christian Caring Center

October 21st - November 12th

The annual collection of food stuffs for our Thanksgiving food donation to the Christian Caring Center will take place from October 21^st until November 12^th. Bags for your food donation will be in the Narthex. The list of items needed are below (Cans with pop tops are best!):

Acme Gift Cards (For Purchasing Turkeys)

Stuffing

Instant Potatoes

Juice

Cranberry Sauce

Canned Vegetables

Canned Fruit

Canned Soup

Cereal

Healthy Snacks

Desserts

We can use some extra bags. If you have spare paper, plastic, or cloth bags, place them in the Christian Caring Center shopping cart. Thanks!

Helping Hands Ministry

Wednesday, October 25th,

At 9:00 AM

(Please Note The Time Change!)

(For The Christian Caring Center)

Helping Hands is a monthly ministry to make sandwiches for the homeless served by Christian Caring Center. It meets the last Wednesday of each month. 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! If you have any questions, please contact Janell Reich.

Christian Caring Center News

The Christian Caring Center publishes a newsletter for all to read. The link below can be used to access its most recent edition (August 2023).

To Read The August 2023 Newsletter - Click Here

World Singing Day Free Concert

Saturday, October 21st,

At 1:30 PM

Join the Jersey Sound Chorus and other singing groups at a free concert celebrating Word Singing Day 2023. The event will be held at the First Presyterian Church of Moorestown, 101 Bridgeboro Road, Moorestown, NJ. There is no charge to attend the concert, but donations will be accepted in support of the Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance, Inc.

Although summer youth programs have ended for 2023, it is not too early to think about attending one or being a staff memeber in the summer of 2024.

The link below is to a video from Cross Roads thanking those who supported its programs. It also provides some insight on the wonderful experience that campers had this past year.

To Watch The Video - Click Here



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Wednesdays Away:

(Next 3 Sessions: October 4th, November 1st, And December 6th)

Wednesdays Away is a time of spiritual renewal hosted by Cross Roads throughout the year. The sessions include prayer and conversation, led by a spiritual director and focusing on a different spiritual practice or theme each month. These retreats are open to all people interested in exploring new faith practices. Attend one or attend all—and be sure to invite friends to join you.

Learn more and register at: www.crossroadsretreat.com/wednesdays-away/

Hope Alive

Clinic Ministries Celebrates 25 Years

For the past 25 years, Hope Alive has provided much needed medical care to the needy in Haiti. Lord of Life continues to support their mission along with their partner, the Penny Miller Sewing Academy. Use the link below to access two of their most recent newsletters.

To Read The Newsletters - Click Here

Assignments To Ministries

Each Council member is designated to lead a specific Church Ministry. Congregation members with concerns, ideas, or who would like to be more involved with a particular aspect of church life, should reach out to the specific Council member assigned to that Ministry.

Property – Craig Baechler

Worship & Music – Barbara Wagner

Pastoral Care & Nurturing – Penny Miller

Support (Finance/Stewardship) - Bill Reich

Discipleship/Evangelism/Communications – Cynthia Tait

Learning 1 (Grace Place) – Merle Brown

Learning 2 (Church Proper) – Tammy Miller

We are Family – Jim Ernst

Photos From September Events

At Lord Of Life

Quilt Dedication

Sunday, September 10th

The photos show 108 quilts in the Sanctuary before the dedication. Thank you quilters for your magnificent accomplishment!

God's Work Our Hands Sunday

Sunday, September 10th

Quilts were gathered and boxed for shipment to Lutheran World Relief. Sandwiches were made for Cathedral Kitchen in Camden.

Church Picnic

Sunday, September 17th

It was a time for fun, food, fellowship, games, and a bake off contest at Lord of Life.

Quilt Delivery

September 21st

27 boxes containing a total of 108 quilts were delivered to the Lutheran World Relief collection center at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Vineland.

Helping Hands

September 27th

It could be a record! 203 sandwiches were made by our team for the Christian Caring Center.

Blessing Of The Animals

September 30th

The annual Blessing of the Animals service was held outdoors in the church parking lot. Music was provided by our Ohana Ukulele musicians.

October Birthdays

Oct. 2: Vivian Hollenbeck and Karl Russ

Oct. 4: Judy Bencivengo, Grant Christianson, and Anja Strobl

Oct. 6: Armando Dennis, Carl Mattson, Wallace Pickard,

and Robbie Sunbury

Oct. 7: Tracy DeCristofaro, Bill Dreisbach, and Amanda Leighton

Oct. 8: Michele Ingrao

Oct. 9: William Reich

Oct. 11: William Rudderow, Jr.

Oct. 12: Robert Barnes and Robin Mocci

Oct. 13: Joan Roberts

Oct. 14: Ryan Brown, Tammy Miller, and Jennifer Strobl  

Oct. 16: Emily Grosser

Oct. 17: Rita Bergerson, Andrew Cosper, and Edmund Vernier

Oct. 18: Mary Roppoli

Oct. 19: Leo Michaleski

Oct. 20: Luke Godfrey, Lucia Hourihan, Quinlyn Moll, and Allison Safier

Oct. 22: Charlotte Ghegan 

Oct. 23: Norman Bissinger and Katarina Humphreys

Oct. 24: Nancy DiYenno, Michael Safier, and Ryan Safier

Oct. 25: Sean McMichael

Oct. 27: Sheri Perkins and Marilyn Swing

Oct. 28: Bob Quinn

Oct. 29: Matthew Michaleski and Mason Morales

Oct. 31: Callan Schmauder

October Wedding Anniversaries

Oct. 8: Tina & William Leach (Celebrating 35 years!)

Oct. 10: Anne Marie & Javier Morales

Oct. 11: Kim & Carl Mattson

Oct. 12: Melissa & Tom Bettner

Oct. 14: Nancy & Libero DeAngelis (Celebrating 45 years!) and

Jamie Wagner & Jeff Wills

Oct. 21: Joan & Paul Molnar and Renee & Joseph Thomas

Oct. 24: Heather & Ting Cosper (Celebrating 25 years!)

Oct. 26: Tracy & Todd Sander

October Baptismal Anniversaries

October: Anne Marie Morales

Oct. 2: Gianna DeAngelis and Benjamin Michaleski

Oct. 5: Carolyn Cuviello

Oct. 6: Francesca Mazzotta

Oct. 7: Grace Michaleski

Oct. 8: Jake Miller

Oct. 9: Meghan Safier

Oct. 10: Dave Curl and Kristina Haugland

Oct. 13: Rocco DeAngelis and Keith Lerner

Oct. 14: Priscilla Faucett

Oct. 15: Dante DeCristofaro

Oct. 17: Tina Leach

Oct. 18: Alexander Tomlinson

Oct. 20: Jaklyn Kronenberger, Carly Rohner, and Johanna Strobl

Oct. 21: Tyler Heinrich and Zachary Tomlinson

Oct. 22: Madison Pummer

Oct. 23: Luciano Mazzotta and Anthony Mocci

Oct. 25: Ed Hourihan and Craig Schmauder

Oct. 27: Rita Bergerson

Oct. 28: Christopher Willitts and Madison Willitts

Oct. 30: Michael Godfrey

Oct. 31: Doug Heinold and Lucia Hourihan

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Our ending song is ELW # 629, "Abide With Me." The biblical link to the hymn is Luke 24:29 in which the disciples asked Jesus to abide with them "for it is toward evening and the day is spent." The music is the tune Eventide, which, ironically, marries up with the words that refer to the day's end. Years ago in my youth days, this hymn was sung as the final one during an evening service at our Lutheran church in Union City, NJ. Enjoy this oldie which remains a goodie.

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