Happenings

WEEKLY E-blast news & updates

October 17, 2024

Sunday's gospel starts with disciples obsessing over who will be closest to Jesus, leading to Jesus teaching his followers about God’s take on importance and power. Here Jesus makes it explicit that the reversal of values in God’s community is a direct challenge to the values of the dominant culture, where wielding power over others is what makes you great. When we pray “your kingdom come” we are praying for an end to tyranny and oppression. We pray this gathered around the cross, a sign of great shame transformed to be the sign of great honor and service.

We seek and welcome all to connect, celebrate, and serve in God’s love.

WORSHIP THIS WEEK


Join us for worship this Sunday, Oct. 20 at 8:30 or 11am in-person, on Facebook or online at our website. It is the 22nd Sunday after Pentecost.

Club 5/6 will be packing the school kits for Lutheran World Relief this Sunday at 9:45am in the Fellowship Hall. Feel free to stop in and lend a hand.

God's Work, Our Hands
KIVA

Kiva Loans -Real people, real solutions. We'll be reviewing current Kiva loans and selecting new ones this Sunday, Oct. 20 in the Welcome Center. Since our last vote, four people have repaid their loans including Haydee, a general store owner in Peru, and Bavugayose, a salon owner in Rwanda. We have about $700 to lend, so look for your voting sticker!

Angel Reach - You can help youth aging out of foster care learn cooking skills with a sheet pan salmon dinner recipe. You supply the items. Due in the church kitchen on Thursday, Oct. 24 at 11am. Sign up here.

Trunk or Treat - Oh my Gourd! Trunk or Treat is in the parking lot at Lord of Life Sunday, Oct. 27 from 4-6pm. Over 400 children visited Lord of Life last year. Help us make Trunk or Treat a success by donating candy or signing up for a trunk space here. It will be a WHOPPER of a good time!

Holiday Market Volunteer Opportunities - Helpful hands needed to set up, welcome shoppers and support our fair-trade ministry in their biggest event of the year. Earn "Trader Bucks" and a chance to preview/purchase any of the fabulous items BEFORE the general public. Click here for dates and duties available.



Support our Veterans - Ice cream for sale to raise money for Tri-Country Behavioral Health's veterans work on Sunday, Nov. 10 at Lord of Life.


Blood Drive - Sunday, Nov. 17, 9am to 1pm at Lord of Life. Appreciation t-shirt, snacks & refreshments provided to all donors. Click here to sign up. Appointments are strongly encouraged. Sponsored by LOL Health Ministries. Questions? Email Brenda, our parish nurse.

Fellowship Opportunities

Music, Meals, and More - Every Wednesday at Lord of Life. Need a quick and easy meal option on Wednesday nights? Join us for food and fellowship. All are welcome. This week: CHILI DOGS, served 5:45-7pm.

PICTURE DAY - At Lord of Life, we believe that building connections and creating a sense of community is essential to spiritual growth. That's why we are excited to offer you the opportunity to add your picture to your Realm profile. By doing so, you'll be building relationships with your fellow members and strengthening the bonds that make our community so special. Join us on Sunday, Oct 20, and Nov. 17 from 9:30 to 11:30am at the Welcome Center to get your picture taken. Let's get connected and SMILE PRETTY!

Lord of Life Concert Series - Big Band in the Parking Lot

Join us for a fantastic evening of live music!

Sunday, Oct. 20 at 5pm in the Lord of Life Church Parking Lot

Admission: FREE to our community

Bring your friends, family, and lawn chairs. Enjoy a relaxing evening of big band tunes. BYOB or bring a picnic.

Don't miss this exciting event!

Bunco - Join us the 4th Thursday of every month in the Welcome Center for fellowship and fun centered around playing Bunco. You do not need to know how to play. We will teach you. Bring $5 and a snack to share Oct. 24 at 7pm.


Bingo Night - Sunday, Nov. 10 at 6pm. Sponsored by LOL Youth. - 7:30pm. $10 admission gets you 1 bingo card and dinner. ADMISSION IS FREE TO YOUTH STOCKHOLDERS. Food, games, and amazing prizes await you. Childcare is available. Sign up here.

Lunch & Learn: Aspects of Senior Living - Sunday, Nov. 10 at 12:15pm in the Fellowship Hall. Learn about aspects of senior life, like independent living, assisted living, memory care, and specific support systems like skilled nursing and long-term care. We will cover strategies for difficult conversations with loved ones about care. If you are a senior or if you care for someone in the senior community, then this Lunch & Learn is for you!

FaithsTogether of The Woodlands invites you to 26th annual community observance of Pathways to Peace Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7pm, Woodlands Community Presbyterian Church, 4881 W Panther Creek Dr. Experience the peace and gratitude through words and music of many local faith communities. Non-persishable food will be collected at the event for the Interfaith food pantry. Learn more at faithstogetherthewoodlands.com

Weekly Bible Studies/Discussions

We believe that the church is a place for all people to feel connected and supported. How can we pray for you today?

Submit a Prayer Request

Book Study - Starts Aug. 25. “Breathing Under Water: Spirituality and the Twelve Steps” by Richard Rohr. Sundays at 9:45am in the library/Rm. 21 upstairs.


Women of the Word - Sundays at 9:45am, Pastor David’s Office.

"When Heaven meets Earth" - seeing how we encounter heaven today.


Young-Ish Adult Bible Study - Sundays at 9:45am, upstairs, Rm. 25. The book of Exodus for normal people. A great way to get to know other people in their 20's-40's. 


The Breakfast Club - Men's Study/Discussion Sundays at 9:45am in the Conference Room. The Gospel of Mark.

STUDY ZOOM LINKS & MORE

Grief Group at Lord of Life - Experience support and connection at GriefShare. Mondays at 1pm, Upstairs, Rm 23 Register onlineQuestions? Call/text Beth Hall at 832-746-4293 or email here. 

Take your faith Beyond Sunday. Weekly conversations with Pastor David Bauser, Faith Formation director Patrick Nazaroff, and special guests. This week on the podcast: Are You Sure About That? The Role of Uncertainty in Faith. LISTEN NOW.

Chocolate with Jesus Bring your Bible. Eat chocolate. Led by Rev. Tammy Fincher - Mondays, 12:30pm in the conference room.

Pastor's Bible Study - every Tuesday at 11:30am in the conference room. In person or Zoom. Study the sermon texts with the Pastor.

Ladies Bible Study -Every Wednesday at 9:45 in the library (Rm 21) upstairs. Leader: Kirsten Beckler. To get on the email list, contact Mary Ross.

Music Opportunities

Children's Ministries at Lord of Life

Sing-for-Six with the Choir returns Wednesday, Oct. 23.

If you enjoy singing Christmas music and would like to make a short-term commitment with the Lord of Life Choir, you are invited to “Sing for Six.” Join us for our Wednesday night rehearsals for six weeks beginning Oct. 23 at 7:30 pm. (No rehearsal Nov. 27). We will prepare music for the fourth annual Ring & Sing Concert at 5pm, Dec. 8. (Final rehearsal with orchestra is Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10am) As always, the choir welcomes singers from high school age and above. for more info or to sign up, email Dan Fenn.

Family Orchestra Next Week

The next service with Family Orchestra (7th grade through adults, any instrument) is at 8:30 on Oct. 20 (3rd Sunday). One rehearsal on Wednesday Oct. 16 at 7pm. Contact Jeremy to sign up and receive music digitally.

For the Kids
Children's Ministries at Lord of Life

9:45am on Sundays - Join us for Club 56 & Sunday School

Pre-kindergarten-2nd grades gather in Kids of the Kingdom Rm 1

3rd & 4th grades gather in Kids of the Kingdom Rm 3

Club 56 for all 5th & 6th graders, upstairs in room 26

Music, Meals, and More every Wednesday @ 5:45pm: All are welcome for dinner starting at 5:45pm with children’s music practice following at 6:30pm. There are opportunities for children from 4 years old to high school to participate in choir, chimes & handbells.

MORE INFO

Second Grade Footsteps in Faith – Prayer: Second graders and their families are invited to learn about the importance of prayer and different ways to pray on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 9:45am in the Fellowship Hall. Our Footstep Program provides opportunities and tools for families to help deepen their faith and renew their commitment to faith education.

click to RSVP

Fall Acolyte Schedule for 3rd – 6th graders - Sign up here to reserve your child’s spot to acolyte for the fall.

KIDS CALENDAR AND BEYOND: visit our webpage

Fair Trade Ministry

Fair Trade Month raises awareness about the importance of the fair-trade movement to our global economy and promotes buying from businesses that are committed to fair trade in place of those which may harm the environment, the economy, communities, and individuals. Hands of Faith thanks you for supporting Fair Trade!

Holiday Market Volunteer Opportunities - Click here for dates and duties available.

Hands of Faith Fair Trade Ministry at Lord of Life

Change the world, one purchase at a time.

STORE HOURS:

Monday-Thursday 10-2:30

Closed Fridays 

Saturday 10-2:30

Read more here

BE THE FIRST TO SEE ALL OUR NEW ITEMS: Click here to Volunteer with Hands of Faith.

Let's be the church...together. Have you checked your Realm profile to make sure all your information is up-to-date? Visit the directory now at onrealm.org or the Realm app. We have helpful videos on our website at LOLonline.org/realm. Questions? Email Peggy Sloan

IMPORTANT DATES:

Mark your calendar to Connect, Celebrate and Serve!


October 20 - Big Band Concert, Realm photos

October 27 - Trunk or Treat

November 2 & 3: Hands of Faith Fair Trade Holiday Market

November 10 - Veteran's Day fundraiser, Lunch and Learn

November 14 – Grief Share “Surviving the Holidays”

November 17 - Blood Drive, Realm Photos

December 1 - Advent begins, Deck the Halls

December 7 - Parents’ Night Out

December 8 – Harvestwood Breakfast Fundraiser

December 8 – Christmas Concert

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Altar Flowers - Honor a loved one or a special occasion by purchasing a worship arrangement. Sign up for altar flowers here.

Do you want to feature your ministry or event in our weekly Happenings? We’d love to hear from you! Send your announcement to the office by Wednesday at 2pm.

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