Episode 3: Loneliness

The podcast discusses the themes of mental and spiritual wellness, focusing on loneliness and its impact on church workers and the community. The conversation highlights the importance of vulnerability, authentic connections, and the role of technology in shaping relationships. The conversation explores the themes of loneliness, vulnerability, and the importance of community connections, particularly in the context of faith and personal relationships. The speakers share insights on managing loneliness, recognizing indicators of loneliness in others, and the significance of reaching out to build and maintain relationships.

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Make plans to attend the St. Paul’s Boutique on Saturday, November 7. Shop from a wonderful selection of local vendors featuring handcrafted gifts, jewelry, home décor, specialty foods, holiday items, and unique treasures.

Be sure to stop by our delicious Bake Sale, sponsored by the Women’s Ministry, featuring homemade baked goods and treats.

Vendor spaces are still available! Businesses, crafters, artisans, and direct sales representatives interested in participating are encouraged to contact the church office for information and registration details. 714-637-2640.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Santa Clarita, is looking to obtain LSB hymnals. If you have some, please contact Kalie Mattice at the church office at 661-252-0622 or at office@bethlehemscv.com.

Christ Lutheran Church, Yuma, AZ is hosting an Aspire Women's Conference on Sunday, October 25. Come be a part of an evening full of laughter, learning, stories and music from Melissa Spoelstra, Kay Dodd and Lindsay McCaul. Doors open at 4:00 pm. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets. For questions, contact Kimberly Meeks at kmeeks@christyuma.org.

All are welcome to join us for a fun and meaningful day of fellowship, learning, encouragement, and inspiration, featuring LHM’s own Polly Gregali!  Polly knows her neighbors—and she helps others get to know their neighbors, too!

Don’t know your neighbors? Embarrassed that you’ve lived in your neighborhood for 28 years and still don’t know them?

Come join the SoCal LLL on Saturday, November 14 at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Arcadia, CA. There is no cost for this event. Continental breakfast begins at 8:30 am. We will finish up by 2:00 pm. Come be refreshed, inspired, and encouraged as we discover practical ways to connect with the people God has place around us.

Register today at LHM.org/districtservices or use the QR code above.

Questions? Email LLLSoCal3@gmail.com. Let's CONNECT!

The documentary of Concordia University Irvine’s origin story features new interviews with Robert Holst and Martin Schramm from their last years among us, along with Shang Ik Moon, Dale Hartmann and Robert Dargatz. The film combines hundreds of original photos and documents from the campus archive, with firsthand accounts of the surprising story how Christ College Irvine opened and survived by the slimmest of margins, 50 years ago.

Ramona Lutheran Church, Ramona, CA has some items for sale.

• Curriculum - review list - most are new or gently used
• Furniture - student desks, chairs, tables
• Equipment - mobile science lab, Canon copier/scanner
• Technology - 44 student Chromebooks and computers

For more information and to discuss reasonable offers contact Julie Conkel at j.mconkel2@gmail.com.

The Songwriter Initiative (TSI) is pleased to announce the release of its latest single, “He Comes to Dwell,” available on all major streaming platforms this Friday, October 9.

Written by Kip Fox (AZ), Lisa Clark (MO), and Kyle Borchering (TX), He Comes to Dwell is the title track of TSI’s upcoming album, scheduled for release on November 20. The song is a

joyful Advent celebration of Jesus Christ making His home among His people, offering a dynamic look at how His saving presence redeems and transforms lives—from creation to today.

To streamline Sunday service preparation, resources for He Comes to Dwell are available directly through Weaveworship.com,

a doctrinally reviewed database curated by CWL at Concordia University Irvine. Weave helps planners select and integrate songs, scripture references, and liturgies with pastoral care, operating either as a standalone tool or synced seamlessly with Planning Center Services.

To explore the TSI catalog and stay updated on future releases from The Center for Worship Leadership, join the mailing list

or stream He Comes to Dwell on your preferred platform beginning October 9.

Hope Lutheran Church, San Diego, CA has a significant collection of sheet music currently in storage that we would like to offer to other LCMS churches and ministry organizations. If your church, choir, or music ministry is looking for additional sheet music, we would be happy to share what we have available.

Music Inventory - If you are interested in knowing more please contact us at kelseyparker@hope4sandiego.org.