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Sunday, October 11, 2026
Worship 10 a.m.
Parkside Lutheran Church
Rediscovering the radical love of Jesus.
Gathering All. Serving All. Caring for All.
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Many Are Called, Few Are Chosen
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
Philippians 4:8
This Sunday, October 11, Vicar Jake James, who is interning with our church for the academic year, will be preaching. By embracing and supporting his formation as a pastor, Parkside is living out our mission and multiplying our impact. Please give the vicar a warm welcome.
Vicar Jake will also lead Adult Bible Study right after worship. For the next few weeks we will be looking at what the Book of Revelation has to say. (It isn’t necessarily what you think.) Child care is available.
Visit the Parkside Lutheran Church website for this Sunday's worship bulletin.
Can't make it? Click here for Sunday's livestream of worship at the Parkside YouTube site.
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Finding Our Way
Dear Church,
This past Sunday we had confirmation class. Our middle schoolers joined in Bible Study, shared life updates over pizza, participated in a Bible scavenger hunt, and then they marched in place.
While techno dance music played, they were blindfolded and had to attempt to march in a one-foot-by-one-foot square. The timer was set for 60 seconds, but almost immediately they began to wander. When we lose our sight, everything goes off balance, and marching in place becomes an almost impossible task. You don't have to play this game to know how this feels. When have you felt as though you lost your way? What helped you get back on track?
In addition to lots of giggles, the kids shared that family, friends, and mentors have helped them in the past. I then challenged them to consider that the love of God we receive through church, Scripture, and the sacraments can help us find our way. In this community our goal is not to remain stagnant but, together, to love God and neighbor in response to the gift of God's grace.
When has faith been a resource for you? How might we share the Spirit's loving presence with others?
This Sunday we will read together Psalm 23.
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures;
he leads me beside still waters;
he restores my soul.
He leads me in right paths
for his name's sake.
Even though I walk through the darkest valley,
I fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD
my whole life long.
May the words remind us we are never alone, and that even when we feel blindfolded, love, grace, and mercy shall always follow us.
Peace,
Pastor Jeremiah
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It is almost here! On Friday, Oct. 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. we will hold the first Parkside Meat Raffle in Fellowship Hall.
Bring some friends and some drinks and win some meat. There also will be a basket raffle and 50-50. Proceeds benefit youth programming and the building fund.
Tickets are $15; table of eight, $100. Click here to get your tickets.
We still need some teen volunteers to help out at the Meat Raffle. (Money raised at this fun event will go youth programming at the church.) Contact raffle organizer Kristen Lenz or Youth Director Jenna Edwards to find out how to help.
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Also On The Calendar
Thursday Oct. 15, 6:30 p.m.: Meeting of the Christian Education Committee. We are interested in adding more voices to our committee. In particular, we are looking for input from parents of nursery-aged children and parents of middle/high school-aged youth, with the older children welcome to participate.
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m.: Brewing Theology. Join our monthly discussion group at the Nowhere Lounge, 3115 Delaware Ave., Kenmore. All are invited to share in a lively evening of faith and fellowship. Marlene Urban can tell you more about it.
Friday evening, Oct. 23, 7 p.m.: Middle School Game Night in the Stowell Lounge.
Saturday, Oct. 24, 9:30 a.m. to noon: Altar Guild Cleaning Day. Many hands make light work as we polish and clean our church home before the holidays. Consider volunteering -- helpers also get donuts!
Sunday Oct. 25, 11 a.m.: Sunday School Parent Meeting. Parents of children who attend Sunday School are encouraged to stay after church for a 10 minute meeting for updates regarding programming and our new “Safe Child Policy.”
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4:30 p.m. / 6 p.m.: Volunteer for the Buffalo Burrito Project, making burritos at church or delivering them to those in need downtown. Talk to Mike Miller or Alison Smith.
Friday, Oct. 30, 6:30 to 8 p.m.: Halloween Boo Bash. Volunteers are needed to help during the event, which moves indoors this year. If you are a teen (or know a teen) who can help decorate and dress up for the Boo Bash, see Emma Spronk or Jenna Edwards. (Adults are welcome, too.)
Also, we’re asking for treat donations, including cider, donuts, and candy. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
Visit our website for more information about these and other events at Parkside – www.parksidelutheran.org/events
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Parkside's Cub Scout Pack 5 is feeding our hungry neighbors! They collected a ton of nonperishable food items and $600 cash for the Food Pantry.
The Pantry Needs Helpful People
Our very own Kenmore/North Buffalo Food Pantry is recruiting volunteers to staff the pantry and/or pick up retail donations on Saturdays between 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.(shifts vary).
Interested or want to learn more?
Fill out the form at this link and we'll contact you about our New Volunteer Orientation scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
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International Thanksgiving Is Coming
Join the International Institute of Buffalo and Parkside Lutheran Church for our fifth annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 5:30 p.m.
In addition to preparing the meal, we are collecting donations of nonperishables RIGHT NOW to give out at the dinner. Items requested are rice, pasta, bread, Pita bread, flour, sugar, cornmeal, Vegetable or corn oil, tea, dried or canned beans (black, red, kidney, garbanzo, etc.), Dried lentils, canned fruits and vegetables, and tomato paste. Just drop them off at church.
If you would like to help prepare either a traditional American and or international dish for the dinner, or "sponsor" a dish by purchasing catered dishes from local ethnic restaurants, Sign up at this link.
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October Birthdays
Sue Stapell, 10/2; John Volpe, 10/3; Anne Dafchik, 10/8; James Budny, 10/8; Marlene Urban, 10/8; David Macro, 10/9; Krystal Griffa, 10/13; Chelsea Pascucci, 10/14; Michael Miller, 10/16; Kathryn Then, 10/18; Paul Witmer, 10/20; Carolyn Koons, 10/21; Alex Kosmowski, 10/22; Gail Petschke, 10/28; Gianna Gullo, 10/29.
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In Our Prayers
Congregation: Tani Birkman for health and healing; The Gaston family, for strength and healing; for Onda and her family as they mourn the passing of her brother-in-law, Tom; Barb Herman; Lori Griffa; health and healing for Jim Budny; Leigh Beenau, for healing; the Shchurowskys; Marilynn Horwood; Lorri Hagner; Janet Knoell; the Fiedler family; Beverly Hirtreiter; Donna Marie; and Cheryl Kinsman.
Friends & Family: For the Cendrowski family for healing and strength; health and healing for Donna H; for Allison Killeen and family; for Parkside painter Joe O'Grady; Maureen Dolata; Ann Klis; David Baker for healing and recovery; Leah V for healing and recovery; Tammy, Tara and the Root family; Anita Wooster; Louisa, Rick; Trish Litter; Clare N.; Diane; Deana; Mitchell Paradowski; Emil Lennert; Bill Ackley; Jennifer Jaap; Harmony; Tony Nigro; Hannah; and Sarah Slusher. We pray for the church, the world and all in need.
If you’d like to add or update a prayer, contact the office: parksidelutheran@gmail.com, 716-836-1361, or leave note in collection plate.
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Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything at all. Leave a voice mail on the number below and Pastor will call you back. Pastoral Emergency Number:
716-939-1909
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We are so grateful to those who have helped sustain our mission through their continued financial offerings via Tithe.ly and by mail! If you want to check out Tithe.ly, now is a great time to give online!
Link: https://tithe.ly/give?c=912288 or click on the link on our website parksidelutheran.org
Please be aware we will emailing 3rd Quarter donation statements rather than mailing them. Look for an email from the church this month.
Thank you to all who support Parkside financially and through acts of service!
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Church office
(716) 836-1361**
parksidelutheran@gmail.com
Pastor's email:
prjeremiahpsmith@gmail.com
Address:
Parkside Lutheran Church
2 Wallace Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214
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Parkside Lutheran Church Council: Pastor Jeremiah P. Smith; Tom Smith, president; Carolyn Case, vice president; Sue Stapell, secretary; Onda Simmons, treasurer; and James Jones, Magan Russ and Emma Spronk, members.
Council meets on the 4th Thursday of each month. Meeting minutes are available to Parkside members after they are approved by Council the following month. Contact the council secretary at sstapell@verizon.net to request a copy.
**Church Office Hours: M/ Tu /Th: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Our office staff is Kris Pope and Suzanne Gracie. Music director is Mike Hooker. Jenna Edwards is director of Christian Education, Youth and Family Ministry.
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Parkside Evangelical Lutheran Church Website
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