Phone: (609) 268-0262
Hours:
Tuesday Through Friday
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Pastor Wendolyn Trozzo
Phone: (609) 268-0262
Ed Hourihan
Council President
lol_prez@lordlife.us
Debbie Chromeck
Church Secretary
Extension 301
Janell Reich
Adult Ministry
Extension 305
Breanne Tomlinson
Children, Youth &
Family Ministry
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Junior & Senior
High Ministry
Extension 302
Building And Grounds
Council Representative
Deborah DeMarco
Grace Place
Extension 306
(609) 268-2756
Carolyn & James Cuviello
LifeLines Editors
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MISSED A LIFELINES?
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From The Pastor's Desk...
"Dream Small."
It's the opposite of what we've been taught for sharing the Gospel. But in a pandemic, large groups are not the safest, kindest, or best. Yet what I am discovering at Lord of Life is that in dreaming small, like in individual drive-up communion or in outdoor Grace Place chapel time, there can be more room for connecting. While we long for large festive crowds and being surrounded by people who mean so much to us, for now we have the opportunity to try new things on an entirely different level than before. We can still dream and listen for God's will and seek to grow the Church - those haven't gone away. God still works through us! So as we face the "new now" - I invite you to dream with me, to imagine and envision how to reach our neighbors with God's presence and promise.
Here is a link to Josh Wilson's song "Dream Small" (Click Here), and you'll see here in my photo a sign that says "Communion and Blessings - All Are Welcome."
The Church isn't closed - we're just open in a new way. Open to God's working, open to possibility, and open to God's presence with us.
Peace,
Pastor Wendolyn
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Pastor's Contact Information:
-Cell phone: 856-242-0197 - available 24/7 though I do not answer while driving or visiting.
-Instagram: Wendofish - younger folks rely on this app, so please encourage them to connect with me here!
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Parking Lot Service:
Sundays At 9:00 AM
(Communion Will Be Available For All)
And
Pre-Recorded Service:
On YouTube Beginning
Sundays At 6:00 AM
Join us for our Sunday church services! Two options are now available. Our live Parking Lot Services are held Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM on the church campus. For those wishing to partake in Communion, individually wrapped "Communion Kits" (wafer and grape juice) will be given to parishioners as they enter the parking lot.
Our pre-recorded Sunday church service will be available for viewing starting at 6:00 AM on the Lord of Life YouTube website. The current Sunday service video and previous ones will remain on our YouTube site for viewing at any time.
Parking Lot Service Information:
All will receive an email prior to the weekend with a printable copy of the Worship Booklet, the Celebrate, and words of the hymns. Please print and bring them with you. For attendees without email or printers, you will be able to receive them from the parking lot attendants upon entering the parking lot. The same Worship Service Booklet will be used until the beginning of Advent for our regular worship services on Sundays. The service will be broadcast on FM radio station 88.7 which can be heard on your car radio anywhere in the parking lot (The station has a 1/4 mile range limit.).
Volunteers will direct traffic into the parking lot where smaller cars will be positioned closest to the church and larger vehicles will be in the back lot. Congregants will remain inside their cars during the service. Open air trucks and lawn chairs are not permitted in this stage of opening. Volunteers will ensure proper distancing and orderly compliance.
Viewing The Services On YouTube:
A direct link to this site will be posted, prior to the upcoming service, on the church's Facebook page. Links are provided below to that website and to view the video of the service.
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A New Bible Study Has Begun
Pastor Wendolyn will hold the remaining two ZOOM Bible Study sessions on the book of Jonah on Wednesday evenings, October 21st and 28th from 7:30 to 8:30 PM. ZOOM links will be emailed to all prior to each session.
Adult Ministry Bible Study Continues
Adult Ministry is having a bible study related to the book "Loving Jesus" by Mark Allan Powell in our church parking lot on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 A.M., weather permitting. For more information, please email Janell Reich. A link to her email is below.
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Bible, Fun, and Fellowship (BFF) and Confirmation classes will continue to be held outside on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM. In case of inclement weather, we will meet in Fellowship Hall. Masks are required and proper distancing procedures will be followed.
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There will be a Drive Thru Parade to celebrate our Confirmands on Sunday, October 25th from 12:00 Noon-12:30 PM. Please help us celebrate by stopping by to bless all of our Confirmands. Games and activities to celebrate Reformation Day will follow.
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If you have any questions, please email Breanne Tomlinson. A link to her email is below.
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Grace Place Update, October 16, 2020:
Additional Enrollment Available
The Grace Place still has a few openings available. To enroll your child or to get more information, please contact the Director, Deborah DeMarco. A link to her email is below.
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Stewardship 2021
Our Lord of Life Stewardship campaign for the upcoming year will begin on Sunday, November 8th. All members will receive the annual mailing shortly prior to that date. On Sunday, November 22nd, our Estimate Of Sharing Cards will be dedicated during the church service. Watch for the mailing and for an update in the next LifeLines on Friday, November 6th.
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Project LOL:
Fall Clean-Up Day Held
On Saturday, October 10th, a group of church members arrived at Lord of Life with rakes, leave blowers, cleaning supplies, furniture polish, shrub trimmers, and of course plenty of energy and elbow grease! The grass was cut, parking lot cleared of leaves and debris, shrubs trimmed, and fallen branches put on the curb for Fall township stick pick-up. Indoors, the Sanctuary area was given a thorough cleaning. The altar tile floor was washed, the woodwork polished, the pews cleaned, the carpet vacuumed, and all surfaces were dusted. Thank you to our volunteers!
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October 16th Update From Our Adult Ministry Leader, Janell Reich:
October Calendar Of Events:
(A Description Of The Events Follow Below The Calendar)
Tuesday, October 20th - 10 AM Book Club
Wednesday, October 21st - 10 AM Bible Study
Thursday, October 22nd - 10 AM Rain Date - En Plein Air Art
Monday, October 26th - Noon BYO Picnic
Tuesday, October 27th - 10 AM Rain Date - Book Club
Wednesday, October 28th - 10 AM Bible Study
Thursday, October 29th - 11 AM CCC Delivery And
Noon - BYO Picnic Rain Date
Bible Study - is having a discussion on "Loving Jesus" by Mark Allan Powell. You are welcome to join us on Wednesday mornings!
En Plein Air Art - is a time of creativity and fellowship. Celebrate our Savior by using your talents!
Book Club - will discuss Ruth Bader Ginsburg. There are a number of titles available at the library or at through online book distributors. It's your choice.
All BCLS branches are now open to the public.
Christian Caring Center Delivery - will be made.
Thank you all for your generosity!
If you have questions about Adult Ministry, email Janell Reich. A link is provided below.
If anyone has a tent or outdoor heater that can used during outdoor programs, please email Janell!
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October Event Being Planned
Another event is being planned for the latter part of October. Betty Mastrillo will email all women who are on her mailing list with details. If you would like your name added, please email Betty using the link provided below.
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Join Us At The Red Lion Diner!
The Men's Prayer Breakfast has started up again and is held each week at the Red Lion Diner at 8:00 AM on Wednesday mornings. All men of the church are welcome! (Please note that mask is required to enter the diner.) If you have any questions, email Craig Baechler at: crbaechler@aol.com
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Partners In Mission:
Support For:
Bridge Of Peace
And
The Christian Caring Center
Our regular collection of food, toiletries, clothing and other needed items is continuing. All food should be non-perishable and will not need refrigeration prior to opening. With the colder weather approaching food items like canned soups, tuna fish, and canned chicken will be in higher demand. Winter clothing items will also be needed as the temperature drops. Our collection bins remain located outside of the main building near the kitchen entrance.
A delivery of donated items was made to Bridge of Peace on Sunday, October 4th by Betty Mastrillo. It included 3 shopping bags of Halloween candy and a car load of food! A delivery to the Christian Caring Center was made yesterday, October 15th, by Paul Horner. The next delivery to the Christian Caring Center will be made on Thursday, October 29th. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
Thank you to all who have contributed!
Paul Horner Loading Donated Items For The Christian Caring Center Into His Car
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Update From Haiti
A Message From Penny Miller:
Haiti is not immune from the spread of Covid 19. Although many understand that they need to quarantine in their homes to be safe, many do not. They know to wear a mask and avoid crowds when outside, but that makes their daily life style difficult. Haitians need to work and shop for food daily. With little electricity available, most do not have refrigeration. Prices on food and fuel have skyrocketed. Rent for an apartment is up and many face living on the street. Schools delayed their opening, including the Sewing Academy. Our students began their new year in August instead of usually March. They have all they need and are able to get to the school for class. Things are going well at the Academy. We have 11 students this year.
Families are finding it more difficult to feed their children. This has affected the census in Solace Hospital where they feed malnourished children. Solace Hospital is the location of the Hope Alive Clinic. They are in desperate need of Pack 'N Play portacribs and also the sheets for them. And there is always a need for diapers and baby formula. They continue to make meals of natural peanut butter, dry milk, ground vitamins and clean water. The children get this 5 times a day. Their health improves, although slowly, and they do get stronger.
If anyone would like to contribute any of the needed items please call me, and I will gladly pick them up.
Please continue to pray for the people of Haiti. Your support means so much to them.
Peace,
Penny Miller
609-726-1698
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American Red Cross Blood Drive At Lord Of Life
Monday, November 23, 2020 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM Donations are always needed especially in our age of COVID-19. The Red Cross has protocols in place for the safety of our donors. Please attend if you can and help save a life! You will need to sign up in advance to donate blood. Use link provided below. Additional information will be forthcoming in the next issue of LifeLines.
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Have you ever been interested in taking piano or organ lessons?
Did you once take lessons and would like to try it again?
Now might be the perfect time to sign up! There are three instructors in the area that are looking for new students. In fact, the local chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) has a scholarship for pianists who are interested in trying the organ. It pays for the first 10-15 lessons. If you are interested, please contact Rick Krause by email or by phone (856-287-5328).
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Lutheran Summer Music 2021
Half Session: June 27-July 11
Full Session: June 27-July 25
Valparaiso University
Open To Students Grades 8-12
Applications Now Open!
Looking for a great way to spend a month of summer vacation? Why not consider attending the Lutheran Summer Music 2021 program at Valparaiso University! The links below are to the Brochure and Application Information. If you have any general questions about the program, please contact Rick Krause. His email is below.
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Congregational Tid-Bits:
A Note From Church Member
Betsy Carpenter
"Grandma, Would You Like To Have Ollie?"
This was an 80th birthday gift I didn't expect. Eight days later, on August 28, 2020, Ollie, a cockatiel, arrived at my home complete with elegant cage, toys, and food. The only thing he lacked was trust in me.
Ollie is a delightful social bird. Two years ago, my grandson purchased him at Bird Paradise, a shop filled with exotic birds that is located along Route 130 in Burlington. Sadly, the uncertainties of this new school year plus many extracurricular interests prevented my grandson from giving Ollie the attention he craves. Yes, Ollie delights in conversation and out-of-cage fun as in flying and helping me pay my credit card bill.
Wolf calls are Ollie's specialty. Often he sings along when I play my flute. "Amazing Grace" really swings when wolf calls are added!
A veteran bird watching friend of mine recommended I read poetry to Ollie so he could become accustomed to my voice. He listens intently when I read poems from Mary O'Neill's "Hailstones And Halibut Bones". He also likes poems from Shel Silverstein's "Where The Sidewalk Ends." A favorite in Silverstaien's book is titled, "The Toucan." Its rhyme and rhythm delight him.
I've also discovered that Ollie relaxes to a couple of my CD's, "P.M. Yoga Melodies" and "Musical Meditations." When I'm away from home, I leave one of these playing.
It's amazing to slowly but surely gain the trust of this beautiful bird, a bird who likes to have a night light left on and who may live to be 25 years old. Guess this means that I better stay healthy because Ollie is only two years old!
Yes, Ollie is training me well! He's the perfect antidote to the unusual time in which we live.
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Useful Information During The Pandemic
Do you have questions? Do you need information? Do you need help? The web-links, phone numbers, and information below may be of value to you during these COVID-19 times.
For COVID-19 Questions And To Access Trusted Information:
The New JerseyCOVID-19 Information Hub
For Life Threatening Emergencies:
Dial 911 to reach your local Police, Fire, and EMS services.
To Report Other Needs And To Connect With Help:
New Jersey 2-1-1 Partnership
Or by phone, Dial 211
Receive Text Information Or Assistance:
Text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive information and stay informed.
For live text assistance, text your zip code to 898-211
For Mental Health And Coping Concerns:
View the CDC website that provides information and a link to the Substance Abuse And Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) website.
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Continuing Your Contributions
Your continuing financial support is essential to maintain the Ministries of Lord Of Life. Your envelopes can be mailed to the church (1 Winchester Court, Tabernacle, NJ 08088) and Simply Giving remains in place.
Offerings can also be made via a secure website and cell phone app. More information about these ways to contribute can be found on the church's website. The link is below.
Despite our building being closed, the work of the church is going on. Our Pastor and staff are actively engaged, and the need to pay bills and the mortgage continue. Prayerfully consider continuing with your regular contributions.
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BIRTHDAYS
Oct. 16: Emily Grosser
Oct. 17: Rita Bergerson, Andrew Cosper, Edmund Vernier
Oct. 18: Mary Roppoli
Oct. 19: Bruce Bunning, Leo Michaleski, Fred Wilfrid
Oct. 20: Frances Fenton, Luke Godfrey, Lucia Hourihan,
Quinlyn Moll, Allison Safier
Oct. 22: James Schultz
Oct. 23: Katarina Humphreys, Gail Sibert
Oct. 24: Nancy DiYenno, Michael Safier, Ryan Safier
Oct. 25: Matthew Fennimore, Sean McMichael, Cole Troyano
Oct. 26: Justin Troyano
Oct. 27: Sheri Perkins, Marilyn Swing
Oct. 28: Maddox Kermoade, Michael Mottershead, Marie Patterson,
Woody Priester, Bob Quinn
Oct. 29: Matthew Michaleski
Oct. 31: Lars Branoff, Callan Schmauder
Nov. 1: Karen Kelly, Tom Larson, Anna Yannessa
Nov. 2: Wesley Evans
Nov. 3: Malin Jasinski, Cecile Schmidt, Erin Welling
Nov. 4: Katelyn Pummer
Nov. 5: Hannah Adamson, Nick Kulina, John Lupnacca
And Two Very Special Birthdays!
Ella Doel Fred Wilfrid
October 13th October 19th
If you wish to send belated birthday wishes to Ella and birthday wishes to Fred, their contact information is below.
Ella Doel Fred Wilfrid
Grace Assisted Living Grace Assisted Living
255 E. Main St. - Apt. 106 255 E. Main St. - Apt.124
Moorestown, NJ 08057 Moorestown, NJ 08057
P: 856-840-4606 P: 856-813-5875
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WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
Oct. 18: Denise & Martin Mozitis
Oct. 20: Joyce & Bill Schwab (Celebrating 30 Years!)
Oct. 21: Joan & Paul Molnar and
Renee & Joseph Thomas (Celebrating 25 Years!)
Oct. 22: Elizabeth & Michael Mottershead
Oct. 24: Heather & Ting Cosper
Oct. 26: Tracy & Todd Sander
Oct. 28: Jenna Ogilvie & Cory Poet
Nov. 5: Jill & Matthew Detwiler
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BAPTISMAL ANNIVERSARIES
Oct. 16: Rich Watson
Oct. 17: Tina Leach
Oct. 18: Cora Albinson, Ralph Schwab
Oct. 20: Jaklyn Kronenberger, Carly Rohner, Joanna Strobl
Oct. 21: Kevin Curl, Tyler Heinrich
Oct. 22: David Prouse, Madison Pummer
Oct. 23: Luciano Mazzotta
Oct. 25: Ed Hourihan, Don Lee, Devin Parker, Amanda Prouse
Oct. 26: Jeff Gibboni
Oct. 27: Rita Bergerson
Oct. 28: Christopher Willitts, Madison Willitts
Oct. 30: Michael Godfrey, Merlana Mottershead
Oct. 31: Doug Heinold, Lucia Hourihan
Nov. 1: Emily Miller
Nov: 2: Paul Rogers
Nov. 3: Kirsten Granfors, Fred Wilfrid
Nov. 4: Diane Knoell, Sheri Perkins
Welcoming Dante Christofaro! On Sunday October 18th our online worship will include the baptism of Dante DeChristofaro. As this is Dante's first welcome into our community, we will be collecting cards at church to pass "en masse" to the family. If you can send or drop off a card at the Church addressed to Dante and the Christofaro Family, we will share them with the family, the equivalent of our applause and smiles!
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Church member Birthday, Wedding Anniversary, and Baptismal Anniversary recognition will list names from the date of the current LifeLines edition to the day prior to the next scheduled edition. We will try our best to be accurate, but if there is an error or omission, please email the Editors. The link to our email is below. Thank you!
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Clock Change Coming Soon!:
Daylight Savings Time ends during the night of Saturday, October 31st to Sunday, November 1st. Remember to turn your clocks back 1 hour.
The Ending Hymn For This Issue Is ELW #733. The Lyrics Are There So Let's Join In Singing!
"The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."
Lamentations 3:22-23 NRSV
(LifeLines is published on the first and third Friday of each month. Please submit articles for upcoming editions of the LifeLines by the Monday prior to the issue date. To contact the LifeLines editors by email, click on the following link: lifelines@lordlife.us)
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