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Social Concerns Committee:
Bread for the World Campaign to Be Held June 22 and 23rd
On Saturday and Sunday, June 22nd and 23rd, congregational members will have the opportunity following services to sign letters directed to our Congressional representatives. This has traditionally been done to combat hunger here in the United States and also the world. This year’s letter has particular significance in the fact that our representatives are currently debating the New Farm Bill which has a number of programs related to the problem of hunger. The letter will encourage supporting the current Farm Bill before Congress.
First Fruits and Garden Market to Begin June 29and 30th at First Lutheran
Beginning Saturday and Sunday June 29th and 30th and continuing throughout the rest of the growing seasons, gardeners from First Lutheran Church will have a chance to contribute to the Fresh Fruits and Garden Market. During this time, gardeners are encouraged to bring in their excess vegetables, fruits and baked goods. These products will then be made available to First Lutheran members prior to and after the services on Saturday evening and Sunday mornings. Those members obtaining these products are then asked to provide a free-will donation with the funds going to the Lutheran World Relief.
Gardeners will be able to bring their products in on Friday during the day or on Saturday Afternoon prior to the 5:00 p.m. church service. Produce can also be brought in on Sunday prior to the 8:15 or 10:15 service. Donated products can be placed on a cart in the narthex of the church Products should be clean and neatly placed as would be done for a regular Farmer’s Market.
We are looking forward to a wonderful garden market this summer.
Ingathering for the Bridge to be Held During the Month of July
Due to the devastation caused by the Arbor Day Tornado, the ingathering for the Bridge to be held throughout May was postponed so that First Lutheran staff and members could focus on providing assistance to those who were affected by the storm.
For this reason, the Ingathering for the Bridge has been rescheduled to be held throughout the month of July. During this month, the Social Concerns Committee invites members of the church to contribute to the Bridge through an ingathering of support. This will culminate in the next Courageous Conversation on Saturday July 28th which will feature a presentation by Suzanne Smith, the Bridge’s Executive Director.
The Bridge is committed to providing survivors of domestic violence with resources needed to heal and rebuild. Among needed items are: Fast Food Gift Cards, Gas Gift Cards, Old Cellphones, Copy Paper, Laundry Detergent, Plastic Utensils, Stamps, Baby Wipes (especially Size 5+), Pocket Folders, Spiral Notebooks, Snacks (Granola Bars, Pretzels, Cookies, Crackers) Financial Donations are also welcome. (The Bridge is not taking clothing donations at this time.) Members of the congregation may bring items and place them in the Welcome Center.
Courageous Conversations Rescheduled for Sunday, July 28th
In connection with the Bridge, the rescheduled Courageous Conversations Program will now be held on Sunday, July 28th beginning at 5:00 at the Fellowship Hall. As was the case in April, the topic of this program will be “A Conversation on Domestic Violence”. Suzanne Smith, the Bridge’s Director will be the speaker for this program. Please see the article on the Bridge for further information.
The Social Concerns Committee members will provide sloppy joes and drinks. Participants are asked to bring a side dish or a dessert. Please indicate your intent to participate by signing the signup sheet on the desk in the Welcome Center.
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