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Happenings At
Lord Of Life Lutheran Church
1 Winchester Court
Tabernacle, NJ 08088
609-268-0262
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Season Of:
Time After Pentecost
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“Happy is the nation whose God is the Lord! Happy the people chosen to be God's heritage.”
Psalm 33:12 (NRSV)
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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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Summer Coffee Hour
Coffee Hour will be held on all Sundays following our 9:30 AM church service during the summer months, but no Host Groups will be assigned. Instead, everyone is welcome to bring a baked good or other treat for all to enjoy. A sign-up sheet will be in Fellowship Hall at each Coffee Hour.
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From The Pastor's Desk:
Generosity
I’ve been thinking about generosity lately. On the weekend of July 19th and 20th, we were able to once again worship in the sanctuary - the air conditioning being partially restored. This is due to the generosity of members of the congregation - like you. Generosity is central to our Core Values: Care and Nurture of the congregation, Compassion for those in need, Making Disciples for Christ, and Joyful Worship.
Generosity is profoundly important for us. It is rooted deeply in biblical teachings and reflects the very nature of God. God is inherently generous, starting with creation itself and culminating in the ultimate gift of Jesus Christ (John 3:16). We are called to imitate God's character, and generosity is a key aspect of that. (Ephesians 5:1).
Recently I have witnessed many acts of generosity at Lord of Life. VBS only happens because members give of their time and resources, not just in being with students, but also in preparation. A team of members gathers regularly to stay in contact with and care for members who are homebound or in care facilities. Last week many of us donated food items to help our partner congregation Bridge of Peace, and more food will be asked for to help those in need. We continue to help in many ways our friends at Christian Caring Center. I could go on, but it’s obvious that generosity is in our DNA as God’s faithful people.
Jesus himself lived a life of ultimate generosity, culminating in His sacrifice on the cross. In our baptisms we receive an outpouring of gifts from our Lord: forgiveness, hope, the family of God, life eternal, the many gifts of the Spirit, and the freedom to live a life filled with purpose and meaning.
In essence, generosity is for us, the Body of Christ, not merely an obligation but a privilege and a pathway to a deeper relationship with God, personal transformation, and a powerful witness to the world.
I experience being a part of our congregation as a joyful gift from God’s gracious heart. I hope you do as well. From our own hearts, filled with God’s grace, may we too be a gift to our church, community, and world.
May God’s richest blessings be yours!
Pastor Barry
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All Church Services
Back In The Sanctuary
New Air Conditioners Are Installed
On Saturday, July19th, weekend worship services returned to our church Sanctuary. One side of the Sanctuary had the new air conditioners fully installed and running. The new system was able to have the Sanctuary cool enough to hold church services. The replacement of the second unit was completed on July 29th.
Thanks to Craig Baechler for coordinating our air conditioner replacement project and to Keith Lerner for assisting.
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Fellow Congregants:
The Call Committee recently received from the Synod the Rostered Minister Profile (RMP) of our first candidate for the position as pastor of Lord of Life. The RMP lays out in detail the education, experience, and competencies of the candidate. Additional information is provided on the candidate’s accomplishments in ministry, and theological and personal insights into the candidate’s journey in ministry.
The next step is for the Call Committee to evaluate the information in the RMP in light of the Lord of Life profile and vision for mission in the Ministry Site Profile (MSP) submitted to the Synod by our Church Council. Should we decide this candidate has the potential to successfully fulfill the role of Pastor at Lord of Life, the Call Committee will schedule an interview with the candidate.
We of the Call Committee are all anxious to have a permanent pastor at Lord of Life, and we are sure you are too, but we will take as much time as necessary to do this job carefully and to the best of our abilities. We all desire to conduct this interview in a serious, relaxed, and Spirit-led manner, and we ask for your patience and prayerful support.
Faithfully,
Alan Dennison
Sue Dreisbach
Kristy Godfrey
Ed Hourihan
Judy Lerner
Paul Molnar
Ed Harding, Committee Chairman
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August Baptisms
Join us as we celebrate two Baptisms during the month of August at our 9:30 AM Sunday services. Welcome, children of God!
Sunday, August 3rd - Virgil Sarnecki
Sunday, August 24th - Alexandra Havas
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Diapers For Solace Thank You
During the past Lenten Season, Lord of Life members generously donated money to HopeAlive to buy diapers for their Solace Clinic. The funds were sent to Haiti and a thank you letter and donation receipt were sent to our church. The enlarged text of the letter is below along with the receipt we received.
Dear Friends of Hope Alive:
Hope Alive! Haiti would like to express our deepest gratitude for your continued
financial support. Your donation is helping us to continue to meet the many needs
that come through the doors at Hope Alive! Clinics. We truly appreciate your belief in our mission in Haiti. Together we can be the hands and feet of Jesus in a place that is desperate for His touch. Pray for continued safety for our Haitian staff and children in our programs, for justice to be served, and for the peace of God to reign in the land.
May God bless you,
Pastor Don and Josie Jagers
Renaud Civil, Haitian Administrator
Rev. Frank and Leslee Jacobs (Founders)
Donation: $2,590 for Solace
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Care And Nurture
Ministry
The Care & Nurture Team is a ministry of Lord of Life that cares for the members of our congregation. We work with Pastor Barry in supporting those having difficult times as well as recognizing joyful events. Activities include phone calls, visits, sending cards, and sharing bulletins and LifeLines copies to those at home. Recently, we began pursuing an emergency contact list for those living alone.
The team is also on the lookout for those who may need a meal, a ride to church or help with odd jobs around the house.
Another part of this ministry is our SPLASH Program which is a “cradle roll.” Each month, the family of children from birth to 36 months receive a mailing of faith formation resources which include newsletters, music CDs, and Bible stories.
To recognize high school graduates, beautiful, comforting scarves are crocheted for them with a note from Lord of Life.
(The photo below shows Tom Tait visiting Tom Larson.)
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Care And Nurture Provides
Help For Our Members
Need A Ride To Church?
If you need a ride, or know a member, friend or neighbor that would like a ride to attend church services at Lord of Life, our Care And Nurture Ministry will try to provide one. Please contact Tom Tait to make arrangements. (856-725-2450)
Need Help Around The House?
Do you need some help with an odd job around the house? The Care And Nurture Ministry is ready to pitch in and assist. Please contact Tom Tait for help.(856-725-2450)
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Card Care Ministry At Lord Of Life
Have you had a birthday, wedding anniversary, or a more serious illness recently? You probably should remember receiving a card in the mail from Lord of Life sent by our Card Care Ministry.
Throughout the year, church member, Priscilla Faucett, sends out cards for joyous events in your life, like birthdays or wedding anniversaries, but she will also mail get-well cards to our members who are experiencing a more serious illness, and sympathy cards to families who have lost loved ones.
Before the cards are mailed, Priscilla will say a prayer over each one. She hopes that every card will bring the recipient joy, peace, comfort, or hope.
Several congregation members have anonymously donated postage stamps to support this Ministry, and Priscilla appreciates this greatly.
Priscilla normally attends the Saturday evening church service. If you are at this service, please thank her for making this wonderful Ministry possible.
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Lord Of Life
Summer Photo Contest
Are you traveling this summer or just staying in the local area? Either way, you can submit up to 5 photos per family to our LOL Photo Contest.
The contest is for members (any age!) to take pictures with the LOL logo during their summer activities and travels. Copies of the logo are on the sign-in table in the Narthex. Pictures can be submitted to Janell Reich (janellot@comcast.net) and should include the photographer's name and a description of the photo. Submissions are limited to 5 photos per family. The winner will be announced on Sunday, September 21st during the church service.
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Music Ministry "Notes"
From Director Rick Krause
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New Bishop Installation Service:
Join The Choir!
The Rev. Dr. Christa M. Compton was elected as the fourth Bishop of the New Jersey Synod. She will be installed on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM. Details are below.
Unlike the previous Bishop’s installation, our church choir will not participate as a group. However, you will be able to participate in the installation choir for the service. Just click on the link below to sign up.
To Sign Up For The Installation Choir - Click Here
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Summer Church Music
With summer now in full swing, there is an opportunity to share special music at our worship services. It could be an instrumental or vocal offering. It can also be shared as a solo or with others. If interested, please contact Rick Krause.
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Worship And Music Committee Meeting
Sunday, August 10th,
At 10:30 AM
The next meeting for our Worship And Music Committee will be on Sunday, August 10th following the church service.
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Hymn Suggestions
What is your favorite church hymn or song? Have you heard it recently? Now is the time to suggest it! Please contact me, Rick Krause, (3rick@lordlife.us), and let me know. I will try to incorporate it into our worship services in the near future.
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Backpack
And
School Supplies
Collection For:
Bridge Of Peace
And
The Christian Caring Center
Collection Ends Sunday, August 10th
During the summer, we will be collecting backpacks and school supplies to benefit Bridge of Peace and The Christian Caring Center. Please put your donated items in the labeled box found in the church entry. The collection will end on Sunday, August 10th.
Here are some suggestions for school supplies:
Lunch kit, Water bottle, No. 2 Pencils, Erasers,
Pens, Colored pencils, Markers, Highlighters, Crayons,
Pencil case, Sharpener, Scissors, Glue sticks, All-purpose glue,
Ruler, Index cards, Construction paper, Note books,
Note book paper, Three ring binder, Composition books,
Plastic folders, Book cover/ book sock, Calculator,
Protractor, Graph paper, Three-hole punch, Post-its,
Subject dividers, Copy paper, White out, Small tissue packs,
Personal organizer/calendar, Hand sanitizers, Snack bars, Juice boxes
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Save The Date:
God's Work,
Our Hands
Sunday,
September 7th
This annual event will be an opportunity for the members of Lord of Life to participate in community outreach activities. Planning is ongoing, and the list of opportunities will be announced as time approaches. A road clean up is on our schedule, and Janell Reich is asking church members for additional suggestions. You can contact Janell with your ideas by clicking on the link below.
To Email Janell - Click Here
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The "Crew Cutters"
It's that time of year again when our lawn will need a weekly trim. Thanks to all of our members who have already signed up to help, but there are dates still open. If you are able to help out on one or more of them, contact Ed Hourihan who is the coordinator for our team.
Open Dates (Week Beginning Monday):
September 8, 15, 29
October 6, 13, 20, 27
Equipment And Training Available:
Lord of Life has a riding and self-propelled push mower, and a battery powered line trimmer and blower which are used to do the lawn work. A training session can be arranged through Ed for anyone who would like one.
Thank You August Volunteers! (Week Beginning Monday):
8/4: Tom Tait
8/11: John Schwarzmann
8/18: Tom Tait
8/25: Jim Ebersberger
To Email Ed - Click Here
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Plastic Bag Recycling At Lord Of Life
Next time you are in Fellowship Hall, look for a large white box near the back outside doors. Above the box, you will see the sign pictured here. It explains what types of plastic bags, wrap, and film can be deposited into the box for recyling. These are some of the materials that cannot be placed in your curbside recyling containers. Our church is providing a way for you to recyle these plastic materials.
Click on the link to see a better picture of what types of plastic materials can be placed into the mesh bag.
To Learn More - Click Here
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View The Church Directory
For the last several months, Lord of Life has been using a digital, on-line church pictorial directory. Many of our church members have installed the software on their home computers and cell phones to access it.
You can now also see it by clicking on the link below.
To View The Directory - Click Here
Please take a look at your listing in the directory. Did you notice that your photo or your family photo is missing or out of date? If so, you can send the church an updated photo that will be placed into this directory by sending an email to photos@lordlife.us containing the attachment of your photo. Remember that we are more interested in seeing your faces rather than beautiful background scenes!
Contact Tom Tait (856-725-2450 or tom.tait@comcast.net) if you would like more information, or would like to have this church photo directory installed onto your cell phone.
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Weekly Bible Study
Bible Study resumes on Wednesday, September 17th at 10:00 AM in Fellowship Hall and at 7:00 PM on ZOOM. More information about signing-up and purchasing books will come later in the summer. ZOOM sign-in codes will be provided as well. Below is information about our fall Bible Study.
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Unafraid: Living with Courage and Hope in Uncertain Times
By Adam Hamilton
As the senior pastor of a large, diverse church in America’s heartland, Adam Hamilton has seen the cost of fear up close. When he surveyed his congregation on how fear affects them, 2,400 people responded, and what they said was eye-opening. Eighty percent admitted to living with moderate or significant levels of fear.
Unafraid is Hamilton’s insightful and impassioned response. Drawing on recent research, inspiring real-life examples, and fresh biblical insight, Hamilton uses a mixture of facts and faith to help readers understand and counter fears related to such outsize perils as death and illness, as well as the everyday anxieties all of us encounter. He invites us to:
Face our fears with a bias of hope
Examine our fears in light of the facts
Attack our anxieties with action
Release our cares to God
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Children's Church
Children's Church will not meet during the summer months. Our program will resume in September.
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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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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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Time For Talents
Bookmarks For School
Supplies Drive
TODAY!
Friday, August 1st, At 10:00 AM
We will be making inspirational bookmarks to accompany our school supply collection. No artistic talent is needed. Color-in bookmarks, stencils, markers, colored pencils, paper, and sample bookmarks will be supplied.
Completed bookmarks will be given to children served by Bridge of
Peace Lutheran Church in Camden and Christian Caring Center in
Browns Mills.
If you have any questions, please contact Janell Reich.
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Wiley Ministry
Thursday, August 7th,
At 10:00 AM
Lord of Life returns to Wiley on Thursday, August 7th for a summertime themed session.
On the first Thursday of each month, Lord Of Life presents a program, Songs Of Joy and Scriptures, to the Wiley residents in Marlton. If you would like to participate by either singing, playing an instrument, doing a scripture reading, handing out song sheets, or just being there to greet the residents, please contact Janell Reich or Sue Dreisbach. You do not have to commit to every month. Please consider joining us to bring joy to Wiley!
Let Janell know if you are planning to be with us. We may be restricted as to the number of visitors that are permitted. Also, the use of masks will depend on their status. They may or may not be needed.
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Book Club
Below is the listing for the book we will discuss in September. Book Club will not meet during August.
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Tuesday, September 9th
At 1:00 PM
The Covenant Of Water
By Abraham Verghese
Spanning the years 1900 to 1977, The Covenant of Water is set in Kerala, on South India's Malabar Coast, and follows three generations of a family that suffers a peculiar affliction: in every generation, at least one person dies by drowning - and in Kerala, water is everywhere.
This is a popular book, but there are a lot of copies in the library. You may want to read it during our break during the summer since it is 724 pages in length.
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Lunch Bunch
Wednesday,
August 13th, At 12:30 PM
Jasmine Oriental Cuisine
For our August gathering we will meet at Jasmine Oriental Cuisine restaurant located near the ACME in Sharps Run Plaza (175 NJ-70, Medford). Come enjoy Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese fare. Plus, a lunch menu is available. Both women and men are welcome, and bring a friend as well.
A sign up sheet is in the Narthex. For questions, contact Janell.
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People Enjoying People (PEP)
PEP will not meet during August but will return in the fall.
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Devotion And Walk
Friday, August 15, At 10:00 AM Pennington Park
801 Creek Road, Delanco
This month's walk is scheduled for Pennington Park in Delanco. Come join us for an easy walk along the paved Greenway Trail. This park has views of Rancocas Creek, is pet friendly, and has a variety of facilities including a playground, picnic tables and restrooms. Please let Janell know if you would like to car pool.
Directions: From Route 38, take Creek Road North. Turn right onto
Route 130 North. Cross over the Rancocas Creek. Then take the jug
handle on your right to turn left onto Bridgeboro Road. Immediately
turn left onto Creek Road. The park entrance is ½ mile on your left.
We will meet in the parking lot.
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Quilting And Blanket Ministry Table
The Quilting Ministry and Blanket Ministry table has a variety of projects available: quilts tops and canvas bags to sew; knitted squares to join into lap robes; and patterns, needles and yarn to crochet or knit hats, scarves, and prayer shawls. Completed items will benefit Lutheran World Relief, The Christian Caring Center, Wiley Care Center, The Seamen's Church Institute, and Burlington County Newborns in Need. The table is located next to Pastor's office in the Narthex.
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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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August Focus On Health:
Summer Season Health
With summer upon us, the Stepping-Stones to Health Committee is
dedicating the month of August to various health topics related to the season. Did you know that according to the American Cancer Society, 3.5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed each year? So, in addition to sun safety, we will discuss such topics as water safety, heat-related illnesses, insect bites, picnic safety, and sports injuries. New information about tick-borne diseases will now be available.
Stop by the Focus on Health Table in the 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.
Have a health topic of interest? Please share with a member of our committee.
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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, August 12th and August 26th at 3:00 PM.
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Cynthia Tait - Click Here
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September 2025 Registration
Open enrollment continues during the month of August for our September 2025 - June 2026 school year. Please complete your registration as soon as possible.
Tours of the Grace Place facility will be available. If you have questions or wish to schedule a tour, contact the Grace Place Director, Amy Wilmot.
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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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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
Our practices will begin again in September on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM. 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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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, September 11th, at 10:00 AM.
Our quilters make quilts which are donated to Lutheran World Relief. Both experienced and non-experienced sewers can join us! There is a job for all skill levels.
For More Information - Click Here
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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!
For More Information - Click Here
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, we will meet on Wednesday, August 27th at 9:00 AM. Please let Sue Dreisbach know if you are coming or if you have any questions.
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Sue - Click Here
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MORE Athletic Shoe Collection
If you have old, used sneakers, please donate them to this ecology advocate organization. Some shoes will also benefit the Christian Caring Center. The location of the collection box changes. It is either in the church entryway or the Faith Development Center entry door hallway. No shoes please!
For More Information - Click Here
To Email Janell Reich- Click Here
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Join Our Teller Team!
We are looking to increase our Teller Team membership. The Tellers count the weekly contributions generally on Sunday mornings. The Team members coordinate the day and time to count; it is preferably done by Monday. We currently have 3 Teller Teams and we would like to add new members to the teams. Currently, the Teams are counting every other week, so each team counts once in a six week period. Training will be done prior to an assignment. If you can help with this vital and necessary task, please contact the church Financial Secretary, Carol Ebersberger. A link to her email is below.
To Email Carol - Click Here
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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.
Something new has been added to make it easier for you to 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 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.
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August Meeting Schedule
August 5th, Tuesday
Staff Meeting - 9:30 AM
August 6th, Wednesday
Grace Place Board - 10:00 AM
Finance Team – 3:00 PM
August 10th, Sunday
Worship & Music - 10:30 AM
(Following the church service.)
August 11th - Monday
Church Council - 7:00 PM
August 13th, Wednesday
Care & Nurture - 10:30 AM
August 18th, Monday
Mutual Ministry - 3:00 PM (If necessary.)
August 19th, Tuesday
Staff Meeting - 9:30 AM
Discipleship, Evangelism, & Communications Team - 7:00 PM
August 21st, Thursday
Stepping-Stones To Health - 3:30 PM
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Photos From July Events
At Lord Of Life
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Pastor Stoner
Sunday, July 6th
While Pastor Barry was on vacation, long time friend of Lord of Life, Pastor Stoner, led our worship services on the weekend of July 5th and 6th. During the Sunday service, he announced that it would be his final service as he fully retires from being an actively serving pastor.
We thank you, Pastor Stoner, for all you have accomplished during your ministry, and we ask God's continued Blessing on you!
(The photos are of Pastor leading the children's song, Deep and Wide, at the Sunday service.)
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Memorial Garden Path Repair
Wednesday, July 9th
After many years of service, the paver block pathway around the Memorial Garden needed maintenance. Gaps between the blocks and edging had widened, and a trip hazzard began to exist. A.Z. Lawncare of Tabernacle was hired to do the work. The pathway is now back to new!
Photos show before (right) and after images and the work in progress.Thanks to Keith Lerner for coordinating this project and to a generous congregation member whose donation helped us pay for the repair.
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Lunch Bunch
Wednesday, July 9th
Another excellent meal and wonderful fellowship was had by all who joined us at Marquez Mexican Grill in Hammonton. Be sure to plan on being with us for our August gathering!
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Vacation Bible School Staff Blessing
Sunday, July 13th
During the church service, those church members who were staffing our VBS were asked to stand as they received a pastoral blessing. Thank you to all who helped to make our VBS a success!
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Vacation Bible School
July 14th-July 17th
It was wet and wild at VBS 2025 as we experienced "Washed Anew." There were daily activites that included bible stories, singing, outdoor fun, and a Bible story craft which was a felt paged book with a new page decorated each day by the children. Each page depicted a story from the Bible related to the VBS theme. The photos show a variety of activities and our amazing volunteer staff members.
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Cars And Coffee
Saturday, July 19th
An impressive assortment of classic vehicles were on display in our church parking lot while sounds of the 1950's and 1960's filled the air. And let's not forget the coffee, pretzels, and donuts that all could enjoy!
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Scholarship Awards
Sunday, July 20th
Four Lord of Life college students received a monetary scholarship award to help them pay for school expenses. The recipients are: Vincent Gallagher, Lyndsey Millere, Meghan Safier, and Ryan Safier. Congratulations!
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Bridge Of Peace
Youth Picnic
Thursday, July 24th
The youth of Bridge Of Peace had a fun time at Atsion Lake for their summer outing. Lord of Life and its members provided all the picnic food for the event. Thanks to all who helped!
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Helping Hands
Wednesday, July 30th
Our crew put together another 192 Sandwiches for the clients of the Christian Caring Center. Thank you to our amazing helpers!
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Trip To The Chocolatrium
Wednesday, July 30th
We were able to learn all about the chocolate making process from our guide, Jaque, but, better yet, we got to sample some special chocolate treats. Shown below are the raw cocoa bean and finished chocolate samples along with our group. (l to r: Sara King, Bettie Lohman, Sandy O’Neal, Penny Miller, Sheri Perkins, friend Betty Ann Beck, Barbara Ma, Sue & Bill Dreisbach)
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August Birthdays
Aug. 1: Carly Wright
Aug. 3: AnneMarie Morales
Aug. 4: Linda Schwarzmann
Aug. 6: Ramona Dehoff and Frederick Nisula
Aug. 7: Diane Hoffman and Cindy Keenan
Aug. 8: Mark Malone
Aug. 9: Logan Barnes
Aug. 10: Bettie Lohman and Eric Mattson
Aug. 13: Peyton Christianson
Aug. 14: Joanne Rogers
Aug. 15: Grace Heinhold and Tom Tait
Aug. 17: Anita Rickershauser
Aug. 19: Emily Miller
Aug. 20: Michael Godfrey, Brian Quinn, and Bettyjane Watkins
Aug. 22: Kim Mattson and Jake Miller
Aug. 23: Daniel Millere and Meghan Safier
Aug. 27: Ting Cosper
Aug. 28: Karen Lupnacca
Aug. 29: Patricia Andrews
Aug. 31: Gene Ingrao, Breanne Tomlinson, and Maxwell Tomlinson
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August Wedding Anniversaries
Aug. 1: Kristy & Michael Godfrey and
Bonnie & Bruce Rohner (Celebrating 55 years!)
Aug. 4: Tammy & Brian Miller
Aug. 10: Joyce & Bob Harper (Celebrating 51 years!)
Aug. 12: Linda & Alexander Sarnecki
Aug. 13: Marita & Mark Malone
Aug. 16: Carol & Peter Fucci (Celebrating 45 years!)
Aug. 23: Robin & Wayne Mocci
Aug. 26: Stefanie & Wallace Pickard (Celebrating 25 years!)
Aug. 29: Lucia & Ed Hourihan and
Linda & Karl Russ (Celebrating 60 years!)
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August Baptismal Anniversaries
August: Julie Scott
Aug. 3: Nancy Grover
Aug. 5: Stella Friedman
Aug: 7: Linda Nardi
Aug. 8: Anna Yannessa
Aug. 11: Brian Miller and Javier Morales
Aug. 12: Carol Fucci
Aug. 14: Heather Barger
Aug. 22: Dean Morales
Aug. 27: Bettie Lohman
Aug. 29: Debbie Chromeck
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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
Interim Pastor Barry Scott
For general inquiries or pastoral emergencies when the church office is open, please call the church office: 609-268-0262.
For pastoral emergencies when the church office is closed, please call: 937-243-2777.
To email Pastor, please use: pastor@lordlife.us
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GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION
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This song was played as a postlude following the conclusion of our Freedom In Christ services. The Editor thought you might enjoy hearing it again. The rendition is by the US Army Field Band and Chorus.
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