LCM Weekly News THE LUTHERAN CHURCH OF MAHOMET
June 20, 2014 Weekly Online Newsletter
LCM News and Events
We're Open!
Pastor: Tue and Thu, Pastor Vic Baderschneider
8:00am to 5:00pm Randa Plotner, Office Manager Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. 
Daily Devotional Booklets for April – June, 2014 are available at the Greeter’s Station in the Narthex.
New Church Directories
The long awaited new Church Directories are available in the Narthex. They have been placed in envelopes with your names on them. Please pick yours up at your earliest convenience
Candlewood Free Luncheon Program
LCM will participate in the Candlewood Free Luncheon Program again this summer. Our week will be July 14—18 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. We will meet to organize menus on Sunday, June 29 at the Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions, please contact Amy McDonald at 217-586-3944.
Needed—Meal Assistance Coordinator
Our church family needs a caring volunteer to serve on the Congregational Life committee as meal assistance coordinator on an ongoing basis. In this role, you would field periodic member requests for meals, talk with families about their needs, set up the meal plan, and recruit additional members to prepare and deliver the meals. You would not have to cook and deliver the meals, just coordinate the effort. This is a very important care giving ministry for our congregation. This could be a great service opportunity for a home-bound member. If you are interested, please call Laura Bottorff at 217-778-7351 or Bill Moehring at 312-560-7044.
Ladies Night Out
Ladies Nite Out will be at JT's in Mahomet at 6:00 on Monday,
June 30. New Signs Posted
You have all probably seen by now a similar sign posted on all entry doors to our church and All God’s Children pre-school. This has been done in accordance with the new Illinois Public Safety Code (430 ILCS 66/65, par. 2) which states: Prohibited areas for concealed carry – any building, real property, and parking area under the control of a pre-school or child care facility, including any room or portion of a building under the control of a pre-school or child care facility. Since we have All God’s Children pre-school within our church building, we must comply with Illinois Law. Therefore, even if you possess a valid Concealed Carry Illinois Permit, you may not enter our grounds or buildings with a firearm. Please note that law enforcement officials are exempt from this law and may carry their firearm within and on our property. If you have any questions, please let me know.
Bill Taylor, Building & Grounds Chairperson. YOUTH CHAIR PERSON WANTED
Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer position? Do you enjoy spending time with youth and planning activities and special events for them? Do you enjoy sharing God’s love and grace with young people? If you said to yes to those questions, the position of Youth Chairperson might be just what you have been looking for! Duties include planning programs and education for all youth, working with and supervising the LOGOS team, and working with the church council in this two-year position. If you feel called to serve the youth of our congregation in this way, please contact President Bill Moehring at billmoehring@yahoo.com or Secretary Sherri Reifsteck at mrsr1974@mchsi.com.
Do you think you have a green thumb?
Would you like to develop a green thumb? Boy do we have an opportunity for you. The LCM is looking for volunteers to help with the planting, pruning, weeding and general upkeep of our Church grounds. This is an opportunity to provide a valuable service to our congregation as well as achieving personal satisfaction that everyone will be able to benefit from the fruits of your labor. If interested, please contact Laura Bottorff by email at gardendog@mchsi.com or phone 778.7351.
LCM is saddened to hear of the passing of Mary Ellen Lawler. Christian sympathy and prayers are with her husband Harold and her family on the loss of their loved one.
Christian prayers and sympathy are extended to Margery Johnson on the loss of her sister, Barbara J. Kelly. |
Church Doors Locked
Church entrance doors are locked while the Pre-School is in session. Please push the doorbell at the North Entrance to be admitted.
NEW LOOK FOR LCM WEEKLY NEWS LETTER!!!
Why the change? –
LCM Virtual Quad Board Available!
A new feature has been added to the LCM Website called "LCM Virtual Quad Board". http://lcofm.org/lcm-virtual-quad-board.html This is a place for all committees/groups discussion boards related to a specific topic in real time. You would use this discussion board similar to anything you would want to put on the existing "physical" Quad Board in the Narthex. Each LCM Committee has a discussion board where anyone can post comments/discussion. To view the comments on a board, click on the title of the board. If you have something you want to post to one of the existing boards, simply click on the Add Comment" under the existing board. Other boards/categories can be created upon request via the "Request a Discussion Board" link in the right column. The LCM Virtual Quad Board is also compatible with RSS readers for your Smartphone or tablet such that you can get real-time posts sent directly to your device. For more information, contact Larry Gibson via email at lpgibson.gcs@gmail.com Assistance Needed:
The Nuesmeyers need meals twice a week for the immediate future while Dennis is recovering from surgery. If you would like to bring a meal, please contact Brenda Lindsey htslindsey@mchsi.com .
Crisis Nursery Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed for the Crisis Nursery Ministry Team. Our team covers volunteer shifts at Crisis Nursery every Saturday from 4-8 pm. We have had difficulty covering all our shifts and a few more volunteers would give us flexibility to respond to the needs each week. Volunteering at the Nursery is fun and rewarding. Please consider serving God in this way. For more information, contact Brenda Lindsey at htslindsey@mchsi.com.
Care Notes
The Care Notes on the display rack have been changed. They are currently located on a table right outside the entry doors to the sanctuary, to the left as you enter. Please take any you are interested in. Other Care Notes are also displayed on the bulletin board near the main office, to the right of the church mailboxes. If you see one that interests you that is not in the display case, please take it from the bulletin board and write the number of the Care Note (which is on the bottom of the Care Note) on the pink pad in the parish nurse mailbox. A parish nurse will replace what has been taken from the bulletin board. It is not necessary to return any Care Notes—they are yours!
Potluck:
LCM will have a congregational potluck brunch on Sunday, June 29 after the service to welcome new members. Main dish will be provided; please bring a side dish, salad, or dessert. Large Print Bulletins A small number of Large Print Bulletins will be available for Sunday Services upon request. Please let your usher or greeter know if you would like to have a bulletin with larger print. If more are needed in the coming Sundays, please let the church office know.
Worship Attendance
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SYNOD and ELCA News and Events
SYNOD ASSEMBLY COMING UP IN JUNE!
The 27th Annual Central/Southern Illinois Synod Assembly is scheduled for June 5-7 in Springfield. Our theme this year is: “Promise, Prayer, and Pentecost!” The Assembly allows us to take time from our busy lives to assess how our faith fills our days and gives guidance and meaning to our actions. It is a time for reflection, for discussion, for learning---a mix of learning and living. Additional information has been posted on our quad-board.
As in the past, LCM will send delegates to the Assembly. We are entitled to send three lay voting members; two adults (one male and one female) and one youth or young adult (age 21 or below). LCM pays your expenses while at the Assembly. If you are interested in attending the Assembly as an LCM delegate, please contact Bill Moehring at 586-7036 or by email at: billmoehring@yahoo.com. Please let Bill know by April 30 if you are interested in serving as a delegate. If more than the allowed number of delegates wish to attend, we will pull names from a hat. Bill Moehring (312) 560-7044 |
Tornado Relief Update from Bishop Roth
I have been keeping in touch with our pastors in areas directly affected by the tornadoes where we have churches: Pastor Stephen Barnes (Our Savior, Pekin), Pastor John Bates (St. Mark, Washington), Pastor David Deem (Lutheran Church of the Cross, Metropolis), and Pastor John Rothfusz (Faith, Washington). Let me comment on each of those situations. But first let me explain Lutheran Disaster Response's role in such events...Read More
Lutherans, Anglicans, Episcopalians call for peace, prayer in Ukraine
ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton and other Christian leaders have issued a call to peace and prayer for Ukraine. Click here to learn more.
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SMALL GROUPS and ADULT EDUCATION
Small Group Sign-UpSee the RALLY ROUND SMALL GROUPS poster in the Narthex. Pick up a BROCHURE that describes course content. Decide on one or more groups and sign the sheet. The group leader will contact you and others on the group's list about a meeting time and place. These lists will not reflect all of the signers since others may have signed up on the February 9 Kickoff Sunday. Meet people, serve the Lord, grow spiritually and have fun! Margaret Rinkel--Adult Ed/Small Groups
The Craft Card Ministry Group
will be creating Patriotic and Thinking of You Cards to send to the From Our Hearts project. We will be making cards from 9 am--12 pm,
Saturday, May 3 in the fellowship hall .
Come join us as we make cards to be shipped to service men and women in
Afghanistan and Iraq for them to send to family members around the world. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring
any supplies you would like to donate or use.
Please RSVP to Denise Dalton, dldalton86@gmail.com or Leslie
Knicl, lknicl@gmail.com so we can plan
accordingly. Even if you can only come
for an hour or two, come join the fun. We
mailed 225 cards to From Our Hearts on April 15th.
Thank You, Leslie and Denise. Adult Sunday School
Note meeting areas with the women in the Adult class room and the men at a corner table in the Fellowship Hall. The classes begin at 10:30 a.m. for approximately 45 minutes. Each class is centered on Biblical application to issues common to women and men respectively. Both groups have sparked interest in their subject matters, the women are led by Karen Ickstadt, the men are led by Alex Paul. You will not want to miss these lively discussions. --Margaret Rinkel, Adult Ed co-chair
The Military Family Prayer Support Group
meets the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8 pm at in the Adult Sunday School Room at the Lutheran Church of Mahomet. This group is open to anyone who is a family member or friend of a soldier serving in the military. Soldiers are expected to serve our country in long and dangerous missions. The impact on families can be stressful. The goal of this group is to create a caring community that can walk alongside you. For more information, contact the
Lutheran Church of Mahomet office at lcmoffice@lcofm.org or call (217) 586-4786 |
Sharing the Faith With Friends
Sharing the Faith Meeting:will be held, Tuesday, June 24th, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the DeReus home, 1701 Whisper Meadow Lane, Mahomet. We should finish up Rob Bell's book, Love Wins this summer, continuing with Chapter 6, "There are Rocks Everywhere" and hopefully starting Chapter 7, "The Good News is Better Than That". Please let Barb know if you are unable to come: 778-6546 orbardereus@mchsi.com.
The study of Worship: Our Highest Calling
The study of Worship: Our Highest Calling is a booklet/video course that emphasizes the Biblical model of worship and aids in a deeper understanding of the worship experience. The what, why and how of worship point to the attributes of God, direct attention anew to His love and sacrifice for humanity, and require the involvement of every Christian. Thoughtful questions and practical helps are features that will resonate with Christians of any denomination. This five-week course, prepared by nationally recognized Bible teacher, Tom Kraeuter, will be taught by Group leader Kat Downs. The group will meet at 7:00 PM in the Adult Education Room on Mondays, April 21, May 5, May 19, June 2, June 16 and June 23. Contact Kat Downs at 586-4786 or musikat00@hotmail.com
Adult Inquiry Class
An adult inquirer’s class will begin soon. This class is open to all adults who want to know more about the Christian Faith and what it is that Lutheran Christians teach and believe. There is no obligation other than to come and participate. If after one has completed the class, he/she desires to become a member of the congregation, they are most welcome. Attendees may be persons who want to better understand their spouse’s faith; persons who desire baptism; those who want a refresher course of the catechism; spouses who accompany a class attendee; etc. There are usually 6 sessions and the meeting time and dates are arranged to fit the schedules of those who register. Pastor Baderschneider and Pastor Blobaum, who will be teaching the class, welcome your questions. Sign-up forms are available in the Narthex or email the church office at lcmoffice@lcofm.org
Donations are needed for military care packages.
The Military Family Small Group is collecting donations to send to our troops. Suggested items: Single size servings of canned fruit, chicken or tuna; granola bars; beef jerky (must be labeled USDA beef); nuts; hard candy; Girl Scout Cookies (no chocolate because it can melt in heat); single size powdered drink mixes (anything that can be mixed with water); single serving boxes of cold or hot cereal; travel size personal care products; lip balm; toothpaste; roll-on deodorant; dental floss; lotion; aspirin or other pain reliever; razors; individual packets of moist towelettes; foot powder; blank greeting cards; stationary; Ramen Noodles, non-perishable beef jerky or beef summer sausage (Meat must be labeled USDA beef) stationery; small hard containers of chips and pretzels (no bags because they can burst under pressure); books, magazines, comic books crossword puzzles, word searches, jigsaw puzzles; playing cards; reminders of home such as personal notes or other reminder of home such as photos, children’s art work, drawing, issues of News-Gazette or Mahomet Citizen. |
YOUTH NEWS
WANT AD - Youth Chairperson
Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer position? Do you enjoy spending time with youth and planning activities and special events for them? Do you enjoy sharing God’s love and grace with young people? If you said yes to those questions, the position of Youth Chairperson might be just what you have been looking for! Duties include planning programs and education for all youth, working with and supervising the LOGOS team, and working with the church council in this two-year position. If you feel called to serve the youth of our congregation in this way, please contact President Bill Moehring at billmoehring@yahoo.com or Secretary Sherri Reifsteck at mrsr1974@mchsi.com.
LOGOSLogos is taking a break over the summer.
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Openings for Fall - All God's Children
Preschool would like to thank the church for your prayers and support. We shared wonderful Easter celebrations in the classroom with the families last week. There was so much joy to be shared with the children! Thank you so much for the blessings of the All God's Children program. It means so much to our Faith Community.We currently have openings for the Fall in our afternoon 3 year old and Pre-K classes. Our best advertisement has always been our faithful friends, families and church members! If you have a friend or neighbor in need of a program, please share the news of our openings. Blessings to you all this Easter season! Sincerely in Christ~ WendyTomashek,
All God's Children Director 586-6147 Agcdirector@lcofm.org All God’s Children Pre-school RegistrationPublic Registration is now open. Please contact pre-school director, Wendy Tomashek for more information at 217-586-6147 or by e-mail to Tomashek@gmail.com.
Confirmation Class |
WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS
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ACOLYTES BREADMAKER ALTER GUILD ASSISTING MINISTRY CELEBRATION LEADER COMMUNION ASSISTANT READER GREETERS USHERS SUNDAY SHEPHERD OFFERING COUNTERS FELLOWSHIP HOSTS |
June 22
Zach Schnepper Alicia Ekhoff Pat Moehring and Amy McDonald Theresa Edmonds Alex Paul Jon LeGrant John Bottorff Charlotte Hitchins Tim Koller Family Laura Bottorff David Alderks, Scott Kingery Jon and Barb LeGrant Sheila Kingry |
June 29
Noah Schnepper Alicia Ekhoff Pat Moehring, Amy McDonald Mark Reifsteck Alicia Ekhoff Barb LeGrant Pam Atwood John Sapp Family Cory Mitchell Family Gene Rinkel Sherri Reifsteck, Sharon Yeakel, and Susie Johnston Laura Bottorff |
CONGREGATION INTERCESSIONS
Prayer Chain Guidelines
In an effort to keep the prayer list more current, the guidelines for the prayer chain and prayer list have been updated. This information will be provided in the newsletters and bulletins for the next several weeks. The prayer chain is an email list and a phone call chain, for those members who don’t have email. Please continue to contact Linda Vogel at lindasv101@gmail.com or 217-590-0093for all prayer chain requests.
The prayer list guidelines are written on top of the “Congregational Intercessions.” If you want someone to be added to the prayer list and prayed for during our church service, please ask to have them added to the prayer list Please contact the Church Office at 217-586-4786 or by e-mail to lcmoffice@lcofm.org for requests for additions, changes, continuation or removal prior to end of two weeks of names. All requests will be forwarded to the Pastor for approval.
Please be considerate of confidentiality issues. Before adding someone to email, the written list or spoken prayer, please ask to be sure you have their permission.
The prayer list guidelines are written on top of the “Congregational Intercessions.” If you want someone to be added to the prayer list and prayed for during our church service, please ask to have them added to the prayer list Please contact the Church Office at 217-586-4786 or by e-mail to lcmoffice@lcofm.org for requests for additions, changes, continuation or removal prior to end of two weeks of names. All requests will be forwarded to the Pastor for approval.
Please be considerate of confidentiality issues. Before adding someone to email, the written list or spoken prayer, please ask to be sure you have their permission.
In an effort to keep the prayer list more current, the guidelines for the prayer chain and prayer list have been updated. This information will be provided in the newsletters and bulletins for the next several weeks.
The prayer chain is an email list and a phone call chain, for those members who don’t have email. Please continue to contact Linda Vogel at lindasv101@gmail.com or 217-590-0093for all prayer chain requests.
The prayer list guidelines are written on top of the “Congregational Intercessions.” If you want someone to be added to the prayer list and prayed for during our church service, please ask to have them added to the prayer list Please contact the Church Office at 217-586-4786 or by e-mail to lcmoffice@lcofm.org for requests for additions, changes, continuation or removal prior to end of two weeks of names. All requests will be forwarded to the Pastor for approval.
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Please be considerate of confidentiality issues. Before adding someone to email, the written list or spoken prayer, please ask to be sure you have their permission.
The prayer chain is an email list and a phone call chain, for those members who don’t have email. Please continue to contact Linda Vogel at lindasv101@gmail.com or 217-590-0093for all prayer chain requests.
The prayer list guidelines are written on top of the “Congregational Intercessions.” If you want someone to be added to the prayer list and prayed for during our church service, please ask to have them added to the prayer list Please contact the Church Office at 217-586-4786 or by e-mail to lcmoffice@lcofm.org for requests for additions, changes, continuation or removal prior to end of two weeks of names. All requests will be forwarded to the Pastor for approval.
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Please be considerate of confidentiality issues. Before adding someone to email, the written list or spoken prayer, please ask to be sure you have their permission.
