May 1, 2025

Lord of Life's annual Pig Roast is Saturday, May 3. Get ready to roll the dice and stack the chips for a night of fun, fortune, and philanthropy at the Pig Roast Casino Night – no gambling skills required. Just come for a good time and to support Lord of Life’s Pastor’s Discretionary Fund.

This Sunday is Food Pantry Sunday

Bring groceries to fill local Food Pantries. Biggest needs: canned vegetables and apple sauce cups. No time to shop? Bring your change (or bills!) for Second Collection, especially for food-deficient families in Montgomery County.

Budget Roundtable

In preparation for the upcoming congregational meeting on May 18 (see below for more details), there will be two roundtable discussions. One is Sunday, May 4 at 9:45 am and the other is next Sunday, May 11 at 9:45 am. Both meetings are in Room 23 upstairs.

We will co-host a Book Bus event with the Champion Project on the morning of May 3. Our Book Bus volunteers need your help in providing breakfast for 25 girls in a group home. Items are due to the church kitchen by THIS SATURDAY, May 2.

We pray for the family and friends of Lord of Life member Bobby Blair, who died last week. We are especially praying for his wife, Tana, and his children, Martin and Rita. May they find comfort and strength in the days ahead. Bob's funeral service will take place at Lord of Life Lutheran Church on Saturday, May 10th at 11am.

Join us on Sunday, May 11, after either the 8:30 am or 11:00 am worship service, to participate in a meaningful initiative.

You have the opportunity to directly influence how your $400 in Kiva microloans will support mothers around the world! Come and learn about potential recipients and cast your vote to help us decide who will receive these vital funds.

Simply pick up a sticker after the service and make your selection. It's a wonderful way to be a part of empowering women and their communities.

Stitch and Sew - Every Saturday at 9:30am in the Library (Rm 21), upstairs. All skill levels are welcome. Learning opportunities available. Help create needlepoint blankets to celebrate life events, like baptisms, and prayer quilts for those who need healing.

RuthAnn's Remnants - Make quilts to send around the world for Lutheran World Relief. You can even work from home! All skill levels needed. 2nd and 3rd Thursday at 10am, Room 25 upstairs. This month: May 8 and May 15.

Hug-A-Bears Sew & stuff soft bears for Memorial Hermann Hospital & the Community Clinic. Those without basic sewing skills can buy fabric and cut patterns. Volunteers meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 9:30. This month: May 15.

Congregational Meeting - Sunday, May 18 at 9:45am in the Fellowship Hall. The congregational meeting is an opportunity to see and celebrate where God is at work in our midst. All are welcome. Only members can vote.

Lord of Life Cookbook

to benefit the Pastor's Discretionary Fund

Featuring a diverse range of appetizers to desserts, this cookbook promises something for everyone. Don't miss the chance to embark on a culinary adventure that benefits both your family and the wider community by ordering online or at the Welcome Center at Lord of Life.

Panther Creek Chorale Festival

Featuring the choirs of:

• Living Word Lutheran Church
• Lord of Life Lutheran Church
• The Woodlands Community Presbyterian Church
• Trinity Episcopal Church

Sunday, May 4 at 3pm at The Woodlands Community Presbyterian Church, 4881 West Panther Creek in The Woodlands. Entry is FREE.

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. This week: supper is served 5:45-7pm. All are welcome. 



LAST MMM UNTIL FALL: MAY 7

Loved the community at Music, Meals, and More? Keep the connection going this summer with our Small Groups! 🙌 Join us Wednesdays for food, fellowship, and a short Bible study. Click here to sign up for more info and to connect with new friends at Lord of Life!

Mother's Day Brunch

Sunday, May 11 at 9:45am at Lord of Life.

We believe that the church is a place for all people to feel connected and supported.

How can we pray for you today?

Safe Sanctuary Training: Sunday, May 18 from 5-7pm (dinner provided) or Wednesday, May 21 from 6-8pm. Safe Sanctuary training is required every 2 years for anyone 16 and older who works with children or at-risk groups at Lord of Life. This includes all Church Council members, VBS and Day Camp volunteers, Sunday School teachers, Nursery staff and additional volunteers. Register here for 5/18 OR Register here for 5/21. 

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

Join us for an End of Year Sunday School Celebration with a Family Picnic and Splash Pad at Sawmill Park (2200 Millpark Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380) on Sunday, May 4 at 12:15ish. Lord of Life will provide the pizza. Families are encouraged to bring chips or a dessert to share (if able).

Music, Meals, and More every Wednesday: All are welcome for dinner starting at 5:30pm with children’s music practice following at 6:20pm. There are opportunities for children from 4 years old to high school to participate in the music program (choir, chimes & handbells). Click Here to find out more information. LAST MMM UNTIL FALL: MAY 7

Summer Camps

True North VBS - REGISTER HERE to participate or volunteer: June 9-13, 9am-Noon Daily for children age 3 by Jan 1, 2025 & fully potty trained, through students completing 4th grade. All upcoming 6th graders through adults can volunteer (Free childcare is provided to volunteers with children too young to participate).

Lutherhill Day Camp - REGISTER HERE to participate or volunteer: June 23-27, 9am-3:30pm. For students who have completed kindergarten through students who have completed 5th grade are invited to participate. Volunteer opportunities for upcoming 7th graders through adults.

Don’t stop here, there’s more!

MADD (Music, Arts, Dance, Drama) Camp @ Trinity Episcopal – REGISTER HERE: June 16-20, 9:30am-2:30pm daily - Students who have completed first grade through students who have completed 5th grade are invited to participate.

Grab a gift for Mom! 

We are so excited about these beautiful tea towels, table runners, and napkins from THE MENDED COMPANY! Hand block printed by survivors of modern-day slavery, these 100% cotton sets add meaning and beauty to any gathering. 

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

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

Altar Flowers - Honor a loved one or a special occasion by purchasing a worship arrangement. Sign up for altar flowers in 2025 here.

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