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Happenings At
Lord Of Life Lutheran Church
1 Winchester Court
Tabernacle, NJ 08088
609-268-0262
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Seasons Of:
Pentecost
And
Advent
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Issue Of: November 1, 2026 | |
"O come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation! Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!"
Psalm 95:1-2 (NRSVue)
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Lord Of Life's Mission Statement:
Joyfully Reaching Out In Love As God's People!
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The Four Core Values Of Lord Of Life:
~~Care And Nurture Of The Congregation~~
~~Compassion For Those In Need~~
~~To Make Disciples For Christ~~
~~Joyfully Worship~~
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Worship With Us
Saturday Evening At 5:00 PM
Sunday Morning At 9:30 AM
Join us on either Saturday evening for our 5:00 PM Word, Song, and Sacrament service or Sunday morning for our 9:30 AM Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving service. Holy Communion will be celebrated at both services.
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Previous Sunday Services On YouTube
Our previous Sunday Worship Service videos are available on the Lord Of Life YouTube website. Links are below to both the Lord Of Life YouTube website and Facebook page.
View Church Service on YouTube - Click Here
Find Information On Facebook - Click Here
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Live-Stream Service On YouTube
There will be a live-stream of our Sunday 9:30 AM service. You are welcome to use the link below for access to the live-stream service when it is broadcast. As a reminder, the Lord of Life YouTube channel can be found at this link:
https://www.youtube.com/@lordoflifelutheranchurchof5027
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Coffee Hour Fellowship
Every Sunday
Join us for Coffee Hour every Sunday following the 9:30 AM service. Be with us in Fellowship Hall to socialize, catch up with church friends, enjoy some treats, and, of course, sip our "heavenly" coffee!
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Coffee Hour Hosts For November
November 1st - Choir
November 8th - Tea For Three
November 15th - Church Council
November 22nd - Quilt Ministry
November 29th - Open
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From The Pastor's Desk:
With gratitude and excitement I thank God for my new call as pastor of Lord of Life!
I am deeply grateful for the warm welcome I and my family have received in our first weeks here at Lord of Life. We are thankful for the prayers, introductions, conversations, and many other signs of joyful welcome. My office door bears many of the beautiful welcome cards and drawings from some of the children of Lord of Life and Grace Place!
I was particularly touched by the congregation’s ordination gift of a green pastor’s stole! It was made by the Quilt Ministry group and presented to me on Sunday, October 18th - the day I was ordained. It is beautiful and clearly made with great skill and dedication. Thank you to all who were a part of this very special gift. I look forward to wearing it for many years to come both as a sign of my calling to serve God’s people as pastor and as a reminder of the generosity of the people of Lord of Life.
I have loved the beginnings of my work with the wonderful staff and volunteer leaders at Lord of Life. In less than a month I have already found joy in leading worship, learning with the adult Bible study group, shared food and friendship with the Lunch Bunch, shared popcorn and prayer with our confirmation students, handed out candy and bananas to the trunk-or-treat kids, made messy tacos with the 4th & 5th graders, and celebrated the 1st Holy Communion with Keshav and Theo (with Julia on the way!). I can’t wait for all of the serving, learning, exploring, playing, praying, eating, and singing to come!
We know that the Spirit will continue to knit together this beloved community of faith with grace and love. I am eager to experience God’s loving presence in all the seasons of our lives together and explore new ways we are called to love our neighbor as we work for God’s justice and peace in our own lives and in all the world!
I invite you to share with me your stories of God showing up in your lives. Please feel free to reach out to me as your pastor and co-equal member of the body of Christ. May we continue to look forward to living and serving as God’s people gathered together at Lord of Life.
In God’s peace,
Pastor Jason Reed
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All Saints Sunday
At Lord Of Life
November 1st, 9:30 AM
We will remember our church members, family members, and loved ones who have entered eternal rest this past year. Candles will be at the altar for you to light as a special remembrance of them. In addition to the Praise Team, our New Life Choir and Celebration Ringers will participate in the Sunday service.
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Community Thanksgiving Service
Sunday, November 22nd, At 1:30 PM
For many years, Lord of Life and other houses of worship in our area have been holding a special ecumenical Thanksgiving service. Local area clergy have an ecumenical group called The Fellowship of Religious Leaders who organize this service, and Lord of Life is part of this group. For the second year in a row, it will be held at the Medford Friends Meeting House, 14 Union Street, Medford. Clergy from various faiths will participate in the service. The Lord of Life Choir will join with other choirs to sing the anthem. All are welcome to attend!
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Lord Of Life Thanksgiving Service
Tuesday, November 24th, At 7:00 PM
Church members will gather at Lord of Life for our annual Thanksgiving church service. We invite all to offer thanks for the many blessings God has given us.
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The Greening
Of The Church
Sunday, November 29th
Following The Church Service
Immediately after the Sunday morning church service, congregation members are invited to help with the "Greening of the Church." The Christmas trees will be placed and decorated, garland hung, and Christmas lighting strung. There is a task with which you will be able to help, and help is needed! Please join us on November 29th to prepare our church to celebrate the birth of our Savior.
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Family Advent
Event
Sunday, November 29th,
At 2:00 PM
"Carols, Cookies, Appetizers, And Crafts"
Mark your calendars for this annual family event in Fellowship Hall. There will be several different projects available that you can view in the Narthex. Please sign up in advance for the craft of your choice on the sheets provided in the Narthex. Sign-ups will be available for several weeks prior to the event.
If you have any questions, contact Breanne Tomlinson.
To Email Breanne - Click Here
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Christmas Poinsettias
Saturday, November 28th
Through
Sunday, December 13th
We will again offer the opportunity for congregation members to purchase and dedicate poinsettias which will adorn our Sanctuary for Christmas Eve Services. The cost is $10.00 per plant. See the display on the bulletin board in the Narthex to place your order.
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Volunteers Needed!
Fall 2026 Cleanup Day!
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Beginning At 8:30 AM
A Message From Keith Lerner,
Property Care Ministry
Our Lord of Life Church Grounds Fall Cleanup Day will be held on
Saturday, November 7, 2026 beginning at 8:30 AM (No rain date).
I am asking for all volunteers to meet in the church parking lot by 8:15 AM on the scheduled date. Plan on approximately 4 hours of work, but any
amount of time you can devote will be greatly appreciated.
Please bring chainsaws, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers and weed whackers if you can.
Plan To Help? Let Keith Know:
jklerner@comcast.net
We appreciate and thank you for any time you can spare to volunteer for this project!
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Thanksgiving Basket Collection
Last Day:
Sunday, November 15th
Our Thanksgiving Basket Collection is currently in progress. The final day for bringing your donations to Lord of Life is Sunday, November 15th.
Food items can be left in the entryway "Giving Room."
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Volunteers Needed!
People who would like to volunteer with food sorting and car loading at Christian Caring Center may do so on Monday or Tuesday, November 23rd and 24th. For more information about the sorting and loading, you should contact Sue Dreisbach. A link to her email is below.
To Email Sue - Click Here
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Winter Clothing Drive
Saturday, November 7th
Through
Sunday, January 17th
Lord of Life will have a new or gently used coat, hat, glove, and blanket collection for the Christian Caring Center and Bridge of Peace starting on Saturday, November 7th, and running through Sunday, January 17th. Your donations should be placed in the church entryway “giving room” in the designated area.
If you have any questions, you can contact Sue Dreisbach. A link to her email is below.
To Email Sue - Click Here
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Giving Tree
Collection From:
Saturday, November 21st
Through
Sunday, December 13th
Will Benefit The Children Of Both
Bridge Of Peace And
The Christian Caring Center
Lord of Life's Giving Tree will be in the church entryway Giving Room, once again, this year. Select one or more tags from it and then purchase a gift. Return your unwrapped gift to the area near the tree in the entryway. All gifts must be at the church no later than Sunday, December 13th. Please do not wrap your gifts. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
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Tabernacle
Tree Lighting
Friday, December 4th,
At 7:00 PM
Join members of Lord of Life at the annual tree lighting at Tabernacle Old Town Hall. Our church will have a booth for giving out information to attendees and a craft for kids. Pastor Jason will deliver the Invocation at the start of the evening. We will also have Choir and Praise Team members providing some of the entertainment. The event is free and includes free refreshments and a visit from Santa!
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Singers Needed!
The Tabernacle Township organizing committee has invited Lord of Life members to lead the crowd in a few Christmas songs. WE NEED SINGERS FOR THIS YEAR'S EVENT! If you are interested in helping, please see Rick Krause as soon as possible.
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Lord of Life Presents:
ChildrenSong of New Jersey
Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 6th At 4:00 PM
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Women's Ministry Christmas Party
Friday, December 11th,
At 6:00 PM
Lord of Life's Women's Ministry Christmas Party will be held on Friday evening, December 11th, beginning at 6:00 PM in Fellowship Hall. Please bring a wrapped Christmas ornament ($10 maximum) for the fun exchange and an appetizer or dessert to share. Friends are welcome to attend!
If you have any questions, you should contact Sara King. A link to her email is below.
To Email Sara - Click Here
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Christmas Cookie Sale
Saturday, December 12th
And
Sunday, December 13th
To Benefit The Scholarship Fund
The Lord of Life Scholarship Fund Committee will be holding a Christmas Cookie Sale on the weekend of December 12th and 13th. All monies received will be placed into the Scholarship Fund.
We need bakers to help us make cookies. Any help is greatly appreciated!
Sign up sheets for pre-orders and for bakers will be in the Narthex. If you are baking cookies, please have them at the church by 9:00 AM on Saturday morning December 12th. Packaging will be different this year to, hopefully, maintain the different flavors of the cookies.
Thank you, in advance, for all your support of the Scholarship Fund!
(If you have any questions, contact Sheri Perkins. A link to her email is below.)
To Email Sheri - Click Here
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This Month's Focus:
Lord Of Life’s Bookkeeper
As you will recall, our long-time Treasurer, Debbie Chromeck, retired from dealing with the money matters of the church in January. In order to keep the business side of the church up and running, your Church Council chose to hire a bookkeeper to pay our staff and process the invoices received by the church.
Brenda Hartmann has been with us at Lord of Life since February 1st. Brenda lives in Bordentown, NJ. She travels to the church once a week to process paperwork – usually on Sunday morning. When you see her during the Sunday coffee hour time, please introduce yourself and say, "Hello." You can reach Brenda via email by clicking on the link below:
bookkeeper@LordLife.us
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Attention All LOL Thrivent Members!
Turn Thrivent Benefits Into
Ministry Blessings!
Thrivent is a financial services organization that supports charitable organizations and churches. It is also the current mortgage holder for Lord of Life Lutheran Church. Many church members have Thrivent financial products.
Through Thrivent Choice, eligible members can direct charitable funding to
organizations they care about. Lord of Life has received thousands of dollars through this program over the years.
The Thrivent Action Teams program provides up to $250 in seed money for approved fundraisers, educational events, and service projects. Eligible members may apply to lead up to two Action Teams each calendar year. With more than ten eligible members, Lord of Life could potentially access $5,000 or more annually to support ministry activities and community outreach. What a wonderful opportunity to expand our ministry!
To help maximize these resources, the Church Council has established a volunteer Thrivent Coordinator position. Cynthia Tait has volunteered to serve as our first coordinator. She will help ministries develop potential projects, guide members through the application process, and coordinate and celebrate our partnership with Thrivent.
Do you have qualifying Thrivent products? Please let Cynthia know! You may be able to help support Lord of Life’s ministries at no additional cost to you or the church. Contact Cynthia to learn more about Thrivent Choice and Action Teams.
Email: Cynthia@LordLife.us
Phone: (602) 708-6997
Together, we can make the most of our partnership with Thrivent and strengthen our ministry in the church and community!
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2026 Vacation Challenge:
Visit Another Congregation
A Note From Janell Reich:
We had planned to announce a winner of our Vacation Challenge, but it proved to be too difficult to pick just one. Instead we would like to share the entries we received. Enjoy!
Participants & All Winners!
Nancy DiYenno- Christ Church Christiana Hundred, Wilmington Del.; "Traditional “British style” service led by a 32 voice choir!"
· Holy Eucharist Rite II Church of the Advent, Nashville, TN; "attended with my sister. Learned how the goodness of some saved the food pantry after the ice storm"
Ed Harding – Christ Lutheran Church, Hilo, HI while on vacation (visiting son) Mission Statement: As a Family of Faith, we are committed to knowing Christ, growing in Christ, serving Christ, sharing Christ. I love that in their newsletter, there is a short bio of one of the kids and there are pictures of members hiking craters and lava flows.
Cheryl & Ray Kucklinca – Our Lady Star of the Sea, Cape May, NJ; (probably while planning their October 3rd wedding!); Their creative Mission Statement begins: Swept by the waves of Christ’s love and guided by the Holy Spirit.
Keith and Judy Lerner – Our Lady of the Isle, Nantucket Island, Mass.; Looking at their bulletin, “Come Share Our Hope” is on their front page and on the back are business sponsors!
Barbara Ma, Penny Miller, & Sheri Perkins – Flight 93 Memorial Chapel, Friedens, PA; We visited this Lutheran Church which is now a Flight 93 Memorial
Cynthia & Tom Tait – Fantoft Stavkirke [pronounced: FAHN-toft STAHV-cheer-keh], Bergen Norway; built around year 1200 and served as a church until the end of the 19th Century
· Rosslyn Chapel, United Kingdom; founded 1484; became famous through The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
Amy Wilmot – First Baptist Church of Montour Falls, NC; Sent a video of a baptism at a waterfall she saw while hiking; "Funny cause we walked into it all happening. We had no idea!"
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Haiti Update
A Message From Penny Miller:
The civil unrest in Haiti, unfortunately, is still going on. The gangs have control which makes everyday life difficult and dangerous, but for twelve young women with a strong determination there is hope. They are hoping and praying for an opportunity to learn a trade, something that will help them feed their family and themselves.
The end of August, twelve students graduated from Penny Millers Sewing Academy in Mariani, Haiti. The students completed one full year of hands on learning. They can now create and sew children's clothing, skirts, and dresses.
Some have made handbags to match their outfits. They have an amazing talent and a strong desire to succeed given the opportunity.
The school has been operating for 15 years. Each year they receive a sewing kit to hold the tools they need. The kit includes scissors (large and small), tape measure, pins, needles, pin cushion, etc. This year I am asking for donations of these items to help defray the cost.
If you would like to help please leave the items in the basket in the giving room.
As always thank you for your help, support and prayers!
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Youth Night At
Bridge Of Peace
Held OnTuesday, October 20th
What a grand night we had as we returned to enjoy Youth Night with our ministry partner, Bridge of Peace Community Church, in Camden! From pumpkin picking in their garden, to enjoying a meal together, and pumpkin decorating, it was a wonderful night of sharing in God’s joy and love together with our sisters and brothers in Christ!
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Sneaker Impact Collection Begins!
MORE Athletic Shoe Collection Ends!
We have chosen a new sneaker recycling program, Sneaker Impact, since the previous one, More Foundation, has closed.
We will still use the same collection box, but smaller boxes to ship the shoes. Sneaker Impact provides us with free FedEx shipment.
According to Sneaker Impact, all the reusable sneakers they collect are shipped outside of the United States, where they're eventually resold by mom-and-pop shops in the developing world in nations such as Haiti, Honduras, Guatemala, and Bolivia. They create micro-business opportunities.
Sneakers that are not shipped out for resale by Sneaker Impact are crushed and given a second life as foam, rubber, or textiles.
Donated sneakers at Lord of Life find a second life and are kept out of landfills.
If you have any questions, please contact Janell Reich. A link to her email is below.
To Email Janell - Click Here
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Bible Study This Month:
Wednesdays,
November 4th, 11th, And 18th
At 10:00 AM
(Meeting In Fellowship Hall)
4 Keys Of Passing On Faith
Our next Bible Study topic will center around a discussion of the "4 Keys of Passing on Faith.” Pastor Jason will lead the study which will cite and explore Biblical references relating to how our faith can be expressed to others in our family, church, and community.
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Children's Church
Ages 3 Years To 5th Grade
Are Welcome To Attend!
Every Sunday
9:30 AM Church Service
Every Sunday, we hold a Children's Church program at Lord of Life. Children will attend the beginning part of our regular Sunday morning 9:30 AM worship service. Following the children's message and song, the group will leave the Sanctuary for our Children's Church program. Friends are always welcome!
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Our Children's Church Program
For November Through The End Of Pentecost
Verse of the Month: “He died for us so that, whether we are awake or asleep, we may live together with him. Therefore, encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing." 1 Thessalonians 5:10-11
November 1st – Matthew 23:1-12/ Humility
November 8th – Matthew 25:1–13/ Prepare
November 15th – Matthew 25:14–30/ Talents
November 22nd – Matthew 25:31-46/Service
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Confirmation Classes
Lord of Life's Confirmation instruction is open to all youth in grades 6, 7, and 8. Tom Bettner will be the instructor, once again, this school year. We will use the Colaborate Curriculum as in the past. The link below will provide information about this course of study.
For Information About The Colaborate Curriculum - Click Here
Confirmation Schedule For November
Thursday, November 12th, 6:00 PM
Sunday, November 29th, 9:30 AM
If you have any questions about Lord of Life's Confirmation instruction, you can contact Breanne Tomlinson or Tom Bettner.
To Email Tom - Click Here
To Email Breanne - Click Here
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Kids' Activity Bags
Available
Hey toddlers! Check out the Kids' Activity Bags at church. Some nice ladies from our church filled them with toys and crayons for you to use during the service. Make sure you put everything back in the bag after church and return it to the rack in the Narthex.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Children's Ministry can't happen without you! We are looking for volunteers for our Children's Church and Nursery staff so that we can continue to have these wonderful programs. If you can volunteer for one Sunday a month, it would go a long way to building our children's programs! If you are able and interested in being part of our children's program, contact Breanne Tomlinson!
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Can You Help With Singing During The Children's Message?
If any adults would like to help lead our children during the Children's Message on Sunday mornings, please contact Janell Reich or Sue Dreisbach. You do not have to commit to every week, but any help would be appreciated.
To Email Janell - Click Here
To Email Sue - Click Here
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If you have questions about Youth Ministry or would like to volunteer as a Children's Church teacher or in any other program, please contact Breanne Tomlinson. A link to her email is below.
To Email Breanne - Click Here
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Wiley Ministry
Thursday, November 5th
At 10:00 AM
On the first Thursday of each month, Lord Of Life presents a program, Songs Of Joy and Scriptures, to the Wiley residents in Marlton. Just your being there is a gift to the residents. Our November program at Wiley will be "Praise And Thanksgiving."
If you would like to participate, please contact Sue Dreisbach.
To Email Sue - Click Here
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Time For Talents
Friday, November 6th
At 10:00 AM
This month we will be making Thanksgiving cards and ornaments for the Christian Caring Center and Bridge of Peace.
Come join the fun! This is a relaxed group for blessing others with our creativity and enjoying time together. We meet in Fellowship Hall. All projects are easy and materials will be provided. All are welcome!
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Book Club
Below is information for both our November and December Book Club.
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Tuesday, November 17th
Meeting In Dory's Cafe,
Village At Taunton Forge
At 11:00 AM
Horse
By Geraldine Brooks
Based on the remarkable true story of the record-breaking thoroughbred Lexington, Horse is a novel of art and science, love and obsession, and our unfinished reckoning with racism.
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Tuesday, December 15th
Meeting In Dory's Cafe,
Village At Taunton Forge
At 11:00 AM
Comfort & Joy
By Kristin Hannah
In this modern-day fairy tale, New York Times bestselling author Kristin Hannah gives us a very special gift: the heartwarming story of a woman at a crossroads, caught between two lives, who finds a second chance at happiness. The book is about 250 pages in length, and there are 9 copies in the library.
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Lunch Bunch
Wednesday,
November 11th,
At 11:45 AM
Mission Barbeque
545 Route 73 N, Marlton, NJ 08053
Celebrating Veterans' Day
For our November lunch get together, we’ll be dining at Mission BBQ for felllowship, fun, and terrific barbeque, but we will also celebrate, remember, and honor our veterans since this is Veteran's Day.
Upon arriving at the restaurant at 11:45 AM, we will sing the National Anthem.
A link to their menu is below.
For The Menu - Click Here
Join us for some outstanding food, fun, and fellowship. Both women and men are welcome, and bring a friend as well.
A sign up sheet is in the Narthex or let Janell know. If you have any questions please contact Janell.
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People Enjoying People
(PEP)
Giving Thanks
And
Giving Tree
Thursday, November 19th
At Noon
Come join us in Giving Thanks! We will enjoy good food, wonderful time together, a few songs led by Ohana Ukulele Group, and we will also be setting up our Christmas Giving Tree. Friends are always welcome. Look for a sign-up sheet in the Narthex
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Devotion And Walk
Blueberry Hill Trail
Gibbsboro
Friday, November 20th
At 10:00 AM
We will be meeting at the parking lot for Pole Hill Park / Blueberry Hill Conservation Area, 100 Pole Hill Park Dr, Gibbsboro, NJ (park behind the Senior Center on your left). All are welcome and bring a friend. Please contact Janell Reich if you have any questions.
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Monday Message:
Sign Up!
Each Monday, Janell is emailing weekly encouraging messages. If you would like to receive them, please contact Janell.
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If you have questions about Adult Ministry, please contact the Adult Ministry Director, Janell Reich. A link to her email is below.
To Email Janell-Click Here
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Stepping-Stones
To Health
Ministry
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November Health Focus:
Hearing Health
Protect This Important Body Sense
Hearing helps us communicate, connect with others, and enjoy everyday life. However, loud noise, aging, and certain health conditions can affect our hearing. This month, we focus on protecting our hearing by keeping headphone volumes at safe levels, taking breaks from noisy environments, and wearing earplugs or earmuffs around loud sounds. Learn the warning signs for hearing loss such as difficulty following conversations, frequently asking others to repeat themselves, or ringing in the ears. Regular hearing checks can help identify changes early.
Take action today: protect your ears, recognize the signs of hearing loss, and seek out professional hearing assessment, if indicated, and make hearing health a priority.
Stop by the Focus on Health Table in Fellowship Hall to learn more. The Stepping Stones to Health Committee encourages you to pick up our free monthly handouts and/or speak to one of our members, including Joan Molnar, Lu Hourihan, Janell Reich, Heather Cosper, Barbara Ma, or Cynthia Tait. Also, please share with anyone on our committee health topics you are interested in and/or consider joining our team.
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Strong Bones And Balance Fitness Classes
Together we can improve our health and wellness through movement and exercise. These classes are free and open to all adults, so bring a friend and join us! The next sessions will be held at the church in Fellowship Hall on Tuesdays, November 3rd and 17th at 3:00 PM.
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Cynthia Tait - Click Here
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Worship And
Music Ministry "Notes"
From Director Rick Krause
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Seasonal Choir
Singers Needed!
All Are Welcome!
Would you like to sing with the choir but can't commit to weekly practices on Wednesday nights? Please consider singing with the choir for special occasions such as Thanksgiving, Advent (4 weeks), or Christmas Eve. You will receive the music and recordings of the songs weeks in advance so you can listen and learn at your convenience. If interested, please see Rick Krause or any choir member for details.
To Email Rick - Click Here
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Worship And Music Committee:
November Meeting Change
November's Worship & Music Committee meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 10th at 7:00 PM. If you would like to join the committee or would like more information, please see Pastor Jason or Rick Krause
New participants are welcome. The meetings are open to all church members.
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Pick A Hymn Or Song
What hymn or song would you like to hear and sing at worship? Now is the time to suggest it! Please email Rick Krause, (3rick@lordlife.us), or see him at church to let him know your suggestions.
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Registration For The
2026-2027 School Year
We’re Still Enrolling!
Are you looking for a loving, faith-based preschool for your little one? We would love to meet your family! Contact us to schedule a tour and come see what makes Grace Place Preschool so special.
For enrolling your child, arranging a tour, and any other questions you might have, contact the Grace Place Director, Amy Wilmot. A link to her email is below:
To Email Amy - Click Here
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November Happenings
At The Grace Place Preschool
We have a wonderful month ahead filled with learning, growing, and giving thanks!
Chapel Time
"Chapel with Ms. Donna" has been such a special part of our school year. The children are learning, growing, and discovering what it means to live in God’s love. We are so grateful for these meaningful moments together!
Breaksgiving Celebration
Tuesday, November 24th will be a special time for our preschool family to celebrate and give thanks together!
November School Closed Dates
Thursday and Friday, November 5th and 6th - Teachers' Convention
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, November 25th, 26th, and 27th - Thanksgiving Recess
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Volunteer Opportunities
Parent Board Volunteer: We are looking for a parent volunteer whose child currently attends Grace Place Preschool to join our Board and help support our school and ministry.
Bookkeeper: We are also looking for someone who may be willing to volunteer their time to help us with bookkeeping. If you have bookkeeping experience and would like to help, we would love to hear from you!
If you are interested in either opportunity, please reach out to Amy. We are so grateful for the support of our preschool families and community!
To Email Amy - Click Here
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Lord of Life has several ongoing ministries in which all members are welcome to participate. There is something for everyone! We have groups that enrich our church service experience, we have programs that provide help in a variety of ways to church members and those in the nearby community, and we even have projects that reach across the globe.
The first link following each brief description will give more information, and the second link is to the ministry point of contact.
All special announcements for any Ministry in this listing will be found in articles at the beginning of the newsletter.
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Care And Nurture Team Ministry
If you have a heart for caring for your church family, please come join us.
We send cards, make calls, bring communion to shut-ins and provide meals. Rides and “handy-man” help are offered.The SPLASH program supplies faith development materials for parents with kids under 3 years old. In June, we deliver handmade scarves to High School Graduates as they head off to college. We normally meet once each month. For more information, contact Janell Reich.
To Email Janell - Click Here
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Holy Eucharist Ministry
Any church member who is unable to receive Holy Communion at church can request to receive the Sacrament at home. Call the church office (609-268-0262) or contact Marybeth Goldberg to make arrangements.
To Email Marybeth - Click Here
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New Life Choir
Practices during November will be on Wednesdays, November 4th, 11th, and 18th at 7:00 PM and on Tuesday, November 24th at 6:00 PM. Besides singing at our Sunday church services, the Choir will sing at the Community Thanksgiving service and the Lord of Life Thanks giving service.
The New Life Choir sings at the 9:30 AM Sunday service during the months of September through June and at special church services throughout the church year. Practices are held on most Wednesday evenings and prior to each service at which the choir sings. If you enjoy singing, you are welcome to join our choir!
To Contact The Choir Director, Rick Krause - Click Here
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Ohana Ukuleles
Our next practices will be on Tuesday, November 10th and Monday, November 30th both at 10:30 AM. We will be playing The Thankfulness Song at the PEP gathering on November 19th.
The Ohana Ukuleles play at selected church services and other church events throughout the year. We have also occasionally visited with our outreach team at Wiley. Whether you are a novice or skilled musician, you are welcome to join us! There are ukuleles available for beginners of any age. Janell Reich is available after Sunday services to help you get started. Please contact her if you are interested.
Come join our Music Ministry ukulele group!
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Janell Reich- Click Here
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Celebration Ringers Handbell Choir
Our handbell choir plays during special church services throughout the church year. Practices are held in the weeks prior to those services. Whether you are a veteran musician or someone who would like to play music, you will certainly enjoy being part of this group.
To Contact The Bell Choir Director, Sue Dreisbach - Click Here
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Quilt Ministry
The next meeting is on Thursday, November 12th, from 10:00 AM until noon. It will be a "Quilt Ministry Work Morning" at which a variety of quilting related tasks will be accomplished.
Friends are always welcome to join us!
Our quilters make quilts which are donated to Lutheran World Relief who distributes them to people in need in the United States and around the world. Both experienced and non-experienced sewers can join us! There is a job for all skill levels.
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| | Quilters took a break from usual activities at the October 8th session to make lap and fidget blankets for Wiley Care Center and Lutheran Social Ministry. The photos below show our crew at work. | | | | |
Collection Of Food And Other Needed Items For:
Bridge Of Peace
And
The Christian Caring Center
Place your donations into the shopping carts which are located in the church entryway. For ongoing needs of both organizations, click on the information link below. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
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To Email Janell Reich - Click Here
Christian Caring Center Newsletter
The current Christian Caring Center Newsletter can be found on the home page of their website. The link below will take you there.
To Read The Newsletter - Click Here
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Helping Hands Sandwiches
Each month, the Ministry makes sandwiches for the Christrian Caring Center. It normally meets on the last Wednesday of the month. This month, our session is on Wednesday, October 28th at 9:00 AM. Please let Sue Dreisbach know if you are coming or if you have any questions.
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To Email Sue - Click Here
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“Joy, compassion, a fun day, generosity, thankfulness, love, fulfilling, lifted, blessed.” Those are the words our Helping Hands crew used to describe their experience of helping to feed our sisters and brothers in Christ served by the Christian Caring Center. Thank you to all 19 of our sandwich makers, supply buyers, transporters, and financial supporters and to our whole Lord of Life family for your prayers and daily support of our church that enables all of our Social Ministry outreach!
The photos below are from our September 30th Helping Hands session. 192 sandwiches and a carload of donated items were delivered to the Christian Caring Center.
| | Here are photos from our October 28th session at which another 192 sandwiches were made and then delivered to the Christian Caring Center! | | |
Servant Sunday
One Sunday Each Month
At 10:45 AM
Lord of Life volunteers make and package nutritious, protein rich snack bars for those served by the Christian Caring Center. The group meets in Fellowship Hall about once a month following the Sunday morning church service to package the snacks that were made beforehand.
The next session is Sunday, November 1th.
All church members are welcome to participate in this project. For more information about how you can become involved with our Servant Sunday Ministry, contact Sue Dreisbach.
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| | Continuing Your Contributions: | | |
Your continuing financial support is essential to maintain the Ministries of Lord Of Life. Offerings are being collected at all church services. If you are still not attending services at our church building, your contribution can be mailed to the church (1 Winchester Court, Tabernacle, NJ 08088). Both Simply Giving and Tithe.ly remain in place for all to use.
You can also contribute to Lord of Life using your cell phone! Simply scan the QR code below with your cell phone, and you will be able to make a donation using Tithe.ly.
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(More information about these electronic ways to contribute can be found on the church's website. The link is below.)
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Tithe.ly Options
Using Tithe.ly on your cell phone or computer has a new added feature. You are now able to pick a particular fund for your contribution to Lord of Life. The photo below shows the catagories of giving. We will update what appears on the list if a new catagory comes about or if one ends. The image below is of the most recent update: April 2026.
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November Meeting Schedule
November 1st, Sunday
Scholarship Committee Cookie Sale Planning Meeting - 10:45 AM
November 4th, Wednesday
Social Ministry - 11:30 AM
November 9th, Monday
Church Council - 7:00 PM
November 10th, Tuesday
Staff Meeting - 1:00 PM
Worship And Music Team - 7:00 PM
November 12th, Thursday
Grace Place Board - 3:30 PM
November 16th, Monday
Mutual Ministry - 3:00 PM (If necessary.)
November 17th, Tuesday
Discipleship, Evangelism, and Communications Committee - 7:00 PM
November 18th, Wednesday
Care And Nurture Team - 11:15 AM (Following Bible Study)
November 19th, Thursday
Stepping Stones To Health Committee - 10:00 AM
November 24th, Tuesday
Staff Meeting - 1:00 PM
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Photos From October Events
At Lord Of Life
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Celebration
And
Blessing Of The Pets
Saturday, October 3rd
Arf, meow, chirp! This translates into the following:
Humans and their canine buddies had a great time on October 3rd during our Celebration and Blessing of the Pets held onsite at Lord of Life. Special thanks to
Tabernacle Animal Hospital (Dr. Sue Jarman and Lisa), Ohana Pet Sitting Service and Out of the Woods Animal Rescue (Ashelee), Coastal Pines K9 (Emily, Jess, and Melissa), Tri-State Canine Response Team (Traci), and our own Sara King with therapy dogs Max and Zelda. The Ohana Ukelele musicians (Janell, Barbara, Trish, Penny, and Judy) along with Rick Krause on keyboard, entertained those attending with a fun-filled program that featured animal songs including “How Much is That Doggie in the Window”
and many more. Thank you to Pastor Barry Scott for blessing the many canine friends present, photos of cats, and even a photo of a horse! We also appreciated the donation of pet food and supplies to Out of the Woods Animal Rescue. Together we are making life a little better for God’s beautiful creatures and, in return, they are enriching our lives!
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Pastor Barry's
Last Service As Interim
Sunday, October 4th
Pastor Barry presided as our Interim Pastor at Sunday worship for the final time. Lord of Life thanked him for all he did with kind words, a gift, and a special cake at Coffee Hour.
Below a message to all from both Pastor Barry and Julie:
To our friends at Lord of Life Lutheran Church:
Julie and I thank you sincerely for the warm and kind sendoff you gave us on Sunday, October 4th! We were overwhelmed at the gracious words from Judy Lerner, Sue Dreisbach, and Rick Krause. We are surprised and thankful for your generous gifts, the beautiful “Tree Of Life”, the wonderful cake, and the loving hugs and words of so many friends! We are thankful for each and every one of you, and we look forward to the day when we return as active members of the church. Thanks once again!
Pastor Barry and Julie Scott
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Scholarship Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, October 4th
The Lord of Life Scholarship Committee would like to thank all who attended the breakfast and generously donated to our Scholarship Fund. In total, $ 1,016 was contributed.
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Lunch Bunch
Wednesday, October 14th
It was Oktoberfest at Sebastian's and our group dined on outstanding German food and had a wonderful fellowship experience!
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Ordination Sunday
Sunday, October 18th
This was a full day of activities for our new pastor and our Lord of Life family! At the 9:30 AM church service, Pastor Jason’s family was present to worship with us. Pastor’s friends, Larry Olson and Karol Baer, sang and led the Children’s Song. Later, they sang during the collection of the Offering. Many in our congregation know their professional name of Dakota Road and their music.
During the service, Church Council President, Bill Reich, presented Pastor Jason with a stole that was hand-made by members of our Quilting Ministry. This is a welcoming gift to him from our congregation.
After the church service, PEP hosted a Tailgate Coffee Fellowship Hour at which a variety of food was served and some football songs were sung led by Rick Krause.
The day’s activities concluded at Pastor Jason’s Ordination Service at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hainesport. Bishop Compton presided and was joined by Lutheran pastors from across the New Jersey Synod. May God bless Pastor Jason in his ministry and the congregation of Lord of Life
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Church Annual
Financial Audit
Thursday, October 22nd
Each year, members of Lord of Lfe perform an audit of our financial records. Amounts of contributions recorded by tellers are matched against envelope numbers, teller records are matched with bank deposit statements, and payments written out are checked againsts vouchers requesting that payment for dollar amounts, proper authorization, and the financial ledger.
Thanks to Alan Dennision for leading the audit and to all those who volunteered to help!
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Truck Or Treat
Saturday, October 24th
Church members decorated their cars in Halloween adornments and had sweet treats for our Lord of Life youth in our church parking lot. This provided a fun and safe Halloween event for them. Thanks to all our volunteers for their help in making our Trunk Or Treat possible!
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Reformation
And
First Communion Sunday
Sunday, October 25th
Lutherans recognize the beginning of the Protestant Reformation each year on the Sunday on or before October 31st. The start day of the Reformation was October 31, 1517, which is the day on which Martin Luther posted his ninety-five theses to door of the cathedral in Wittenberg, Germany.
Each Reformation Sunday, we hang banners in the Sanctury stating three principles of the Reformation: Faith Alone, Grace Alone, and Scripture Alone. During our church service, our Celebration Handbells accompanied several hymns.
We also picked this special Sunday as First Communion Sunday for our youth. Keshav Bernhofer and Theodore Tucker were with their families as they received Holy Communion for the first time. May God be with them and bless them always!
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Devotion And Walk
Friday, October 30th
It was a beautiful fall day for our Devotion and Walk at the Black Run Preserve in Marlton. We hope you can join us next month when we meet at the Blueberry Hill Trail in Gibbsboro on Friday, November 20th.
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November Birthdays
Nov. 1: Tom Larson and Anna Yannessa
Nov. 3: Malin Jasinski
Nov. 4: Katelyn Pummer
Nov. 5: Nick Kulina and John Lupnacca
Nov. 7: Beverly Evans and Nadia Strobl
Nov. 9: Sandy O'Neal and Noel Quinn
Nov. 11: Chris Kulina
Nov. 12: Noah Bencivengo, Tina Leach, Dean Morales, Eileen Mullen,
and Tracy Sander
Nov. 13: Graceanna Rogers
Nov. 14: Paul Rickershauser and Dick Schaeffer
Nov. 16: Cheryl Dennison and Winnie Grosser
Nov. 17: Athena Beneventano and Lawrence Burke
Nov. 19: Tait Christianson, Jeffrey Grosser, and Dennis Yates
Nov. 20: Cameron Buchler
Nov. 21: Dawn Heinrich and Marie Lamb
Nov. 26: Luke Repsher
Nov. 27: Joe Snodgrass
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November Wedding Anniversaries
Nov. 7: Dawn & Bruce Heinrich, Bonnie & Paul Horner,
and Michele & Frederick Nisula
Nov. 11: Krista & Pastor Jason Reed
Nov. 12: Cathy & Jeffrey Shepard
Nov, 14: Marie & David Lamb
Nov. 15: Courtney & Charles Ghegan, Jr.
Nov. 18: Debbie & Mike Chromeck
and Barbara & Jim Wence (Celebrating 59 years!)
Nov. 19: Noel & Bob Quinn (Celebrating 60 years!)
Nov. 20: Cindy & Bill Keenan
Nov. 21: Carly & Andy Wright
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November Baptismal Anniversaries
Nov. 1: Emily Miller
Nov: 2: Dan Rinck and Paul Rogers
Nov. 3: Kirsten Granfors
Nov. 4: Sheri Perkins
Nov. 7: Bonnie Rohner
Nov. 8: Chad Allen, Joshua Allen, Stacy Allen, and Fran Bubeck
Nov. 10: Jamie Wagner
Nov. 11: Bruce Rohner
Nov. 15: Vickie Tower
Nov. 18: Massimo DeCristofaro
Nov. 19: Logan Barnes and Grace Heinold
Nov. 23: William Reich and Eric Rickershauser
Nov. 25: Janell Reich and Brett Thomas
Nov. 27: Josephine Grosser and Max Tomlinson
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All Are Welcome At Lord Of Life!
"Joyfully Reaching Out In Love As God's People!"
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Contact Information For
Pastor Jason Reed
For general inquiries or pastoral emergencies when the church office is open, please call the church office: 609-268-0262.
To reach Pastor Jason directly (including pastoral emergencies), you may email him at: pastor@lordlife.us or call or text him at: 609-234-8405.
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GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION
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The Lord of Life campus will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 26th and 27th.
Have a Blessed Thanksgiving!
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