Advent LC E-Newsletter July 2019

We are a community of faith that expresses itself through the views of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. We

strive to live out God’s grace by worshiping God, sharing time together in fellowship, and reaching out to our neighbors. We

have a place for you here in the mission and ministry of Advent Lutheran Church.

Sunday Worship8:45 am Contemporary 10:45 am

Traditional

Sunday School 9:45am

Sunday School taking a break for summer. Will resume in August.

Installation of new council members will be duringworship on Sunday, June 30th

Download the Advent 2018-2019 Annual Report at: https://theadventchurch.org/whats-happening/

Advent Book Club Luncheon Event

The Advent Book Club will host a FREE luncheon discussion on Monday, July 8, 2019, at 11:00am in the Fellowship Hall of Advent Lutheran Church. The book to be discussed is All Saints, by Michael Spurlock and Jeannette Windle. It is the true story of All Saints Episcopal Church in Smyrna, TN and its ministry to Karen refugees from Myanmar. Special guests will include Dr. Michael Williams, Vicar’s Assistant at All Saints, and one or more members of the Karen community. All are welcome to attend. Please RSVP to the church office by July 1.

Guest Pastor, Sunday July 14,Pastor Debra Church & Family Promise

On Sunday, July 14, at both worship services, Pr. Debra Church will be preaching the Gospel message with us. She will share a Gospel message with us that will include lectionary texts from our Sunday lectionary, as well as sharing in some stories of the Family Promise movement, which is a family shelter that helps folks to get back on their feet.We look forward to hearing God’s Word from Pr. Debra Church.

Pastor Michael's Message

A season of growth!

Ever wonder why the “time after Pentecost” is GREEN? To show that our earthly realm is in a season of GROWTH! (Well, at least for the northern hemisphere!)

The altar linens and the background to the Encounter slides are green, representing the color of the church season. This season is also sometimes

called “Ordinary Time.” What’s so great about“ordinary”? Why recognize it?

The wonderful news is that even in the midst of the ordinary-ness of life, God is ever-present. We see God in the beautiful places where we vacation, or in our backyards as the dratted grass keeps growing : ) We see God in the pruning and cutting back of hedges, getting them ready for new growth in the months to come. The unwieldy nature of things around us is a beautiful mess created by God, and nurtured by our hands as stewards of God’s beautiful self revealed in creation.

As we prune and cut back the natural vegetation around us, so, too, do we prune and cut back things from our lives. Public schools take a break, allowing teachers to rest and fresh paint to be added to the hallways and classrooms. People take time off from work to rest and enjoy time together as family or friends. These renewals occur in a natural rhythm, for they are a Sabbath rest encouraged by the Christ that is in all of us.

We all carry in us the image of God, Christ with us. As we embrace what God has imbued in us - Christ in us - may we enjoy this season of rest andrenewal. May God spring forth wonderful growth in your spirit this day and throughout this season of ordinary time.

Peace, Pr. Michael

Scripture ReadingsSunday, July 7, 2019

Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Isaiah 66:10-14Psalm 66:1-9

Galatians 6:[1-6] 7-16Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Sunday, July 14, 2019Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Deuteronomy 30:9-14Psalm 25:1-10

Colossians 1:1-14Luke 10:25-37

Sunday, July 21, 2019Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

Genesis 18:1-10aPsalm 15

Colossians 1:15-28Luke 10:38-42

Sunday, July 28, 2019Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Genesis 18:20-32Psalm 138

Colossians 2:6-15 [16-19]Luke 11:1-13

Summertime is when Sunday School takes a break. Watch for SS to start back up in the fall!

For children, youth, and adults!Sundays 9:45 am Any questions please see Deanna Mazur

(dee133@hotmail.com).

Children (4yo – 5th grade): We will gather in our classrooms and continue to work with our Sparkhoues materials.

Middle School (6th – 8th grade): We will meet in our assigned classroom andcontinue to work on our Re:FORM New Testament curriculum to discover who God is and who God is calling us to be.

High School (9th – 12th grade): We will gather for our weekly faithtalks. Typically, this means a trip to McDonald’s

Adult Sunday School: Animate! Faith is the series we left off with back in May. We will continue to use lessons from this program to guide this forum which focuses on faith formation for adults.

August 18-Special Rally Day CelebrationsOn Sunday morning, August 18, during worship, we will lift up our Faith Formation leaders, and

generally celebrate the beginning of another year of faith formation through Sunday School, Confirmation, and Adult Education.

Rally Day Picnic, Barfield Park Pavilion 1At 3pm-8pm, come and join us to kick off the start of our Sunday school year. We will have a picnic in

the park giving our families time to fellowship. More information to come!

Wednesday Bible Study

Each week, on Wednesdays, ourBible Study meets at Advent in the Parlor from 10:30-11:30 am. We will gather to discuss the

upcoming Sunday Gospel reading. After bible study, lunch is at a local restaurant. All are welcome.

Small Group MinistryAs a congregation we have several ways for folks to connect and build relationships. We have Young Retirees, Inbetweeners, Advent Wine Club, Theology on Tap, Sunday School and so much more! Now, we are adding more ways to connect “to help us to discover the path God has chosen for each of us” (excerpt from the Advent LC vision statement). Watch for the topic & dates of the next Small Group Ministry soon!

Minutes from the Annual Meeting 6/23/201953 people were in attendance for the Annual Meeting, meeting our quorum. New Business:Election of Council Members

Voting of Council Members - split into three parts per recommendation by parliamentarian.President - Terry Tewell - UnanimousVice President - Judy Williams - UnanimousAt-Large Members - Lori Sultzer, Jack Nelson, Craig Summers, David Anderson & Amanda Nowlin - Unanimous

Motion to authorize council to expend up to $35000 on audio and video upgrades once they have funds secured.Voice vote. Ayes have it. Motion approved.

The complete minutes are available on our website: https://theadventchurch.org/annual-meeting-minutes-6-23-2019/

Prayer RequestsHealing & Support: Please pray for All Caregivers as they daily give their time & energy to care for loved ones.Members: Terry Tewell, recovering from surgery; Linda Tewell, knee pain; Hailey Summers, hip pain; Inge Troster, pelvis fracture, Marilyn Kronsbein, hip replacement surgery; Theresa Molgren, blood clots in leg, surgery; Lori Sultzer; Grace Hatcher, surgery; Brian Olsen, shoulder pain; Jack Nelson; Anna MoranHomebound & Continuing Prayer Needs – Geri Trepczyk; Norm & Marilyn Kronsbein.Friends & Relatives of Members: Michael Sakulich, Theresa Molgren’s nephew, Peace Corp in Benin; Virginia Gaither & daughter, friends of Barbara Silk, homebound with multiple health issues, Helen Williams, grandmother of Kelly Jannett, suffered seizures, Sue Moore, friend of Allen & Shirley Cruea, stroke; Phil Isaacson, relative of Theresa Molgren, heart problems; Nancy, Medical Issues; David Miller, surgery, friend of Shirley & Allen Cruea; Ella, 9 years old, open heart surgery, daughter of co-worker of Pati Ferrie; Ryan, stroke, nephew of friend of Pati Ferrie; Karen Williamson, firend of Darla Molloy in rehab for surgery and staph infection; Frank Kinion, health issues; Bonnie Frazier, friend of Judy Williams in hospice care; Don Ferrie, Pati Ferrie’s Father-In-Law, internal bleeding; Chris Schmidt, friend of Pati Ferrie, heart surgery caused by infection; Lizzie, friend of Izzy Lysyczyn, a difficult move; Frank Brown, Ness family friend, health issues; Jeff Gade, friend of Amy Lysyczyn, open heart surgery; Dene Fjelstad, daughter-in-law of Joyce & Tom Fjelstad, broken ankle; Linda & Dale Magnuson, former Advent members, shingles; Elaine Berfield, Grandmother of Kelly Jannett, heath issues; Janet Kull, Linda Tewell’s friend, back surgery; Ed Russell, Matthew Mills’ stepfather, heart attack.

Prayer Needs – Cancer: Inez Sandusky, cousin of Heather Mills, hospice care; Martha VanDervort, Carol Hawkins’ mother, breast cancer surgery, Garrie Andrews, father-in-law of Lynn Andrews, hospice; Emily Bromberg, friend of Molly Boland, lesions on the brain; Laura Lazenby, Helen Johnson’s cousin; Charlie Finnigan, Brigid Whitaker’s father; Chris Zelasko, friend of Brian & Jaime Olsen, cancer surgery; Heino Kerner, nephew of Chris Kokemueller, lymph node cancer. James Irving, Pam Sites’ B-I-L, jaw & mouth surgery; Kelly Armour, friend of Barbara Simpson, aggressive brain tumor; Patti, friend of Lori Sultzer, biopsy results; Keith Jannett, brother of Pr Michael, facial melanoma surgery; Dawn Fritz, daughter of Linda Fritz, cancer in the chest wall & shoulder; Father Randy, friend of Judy Williams; Mary Shaw, neighbor of the Cruea’s, treatment for breast cancer; Connie Mills, mother-in-law of Judy Williams’ friend; Gene Maupin, Linda Tewell’s father, treatments; Adele Krans, Nicole Stegner’s aunt; Mitch, Judy Williams’ colleague; Wayne Neu, treatments; Jan Davis, Judy Williams’s friend; Doug Thompson, Alison Ness’ father.Continuing Prayer Needs: Norma Greer, Eva Evan’s mother, head injury from a fall; Windsor, infant son of Judy Williams’ friend, diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome; Christy Stephens, Heather Mill’s friend spinal injury; Tom Williams, friend of Amy Lysyczyn’s, health issues; Melissa Turpin, friend of Linda Tewell, kidney transplant recipient and Nick Turpin, Melissa’s husband, kidney donor; Charlie Carr, friend of the Cruea’s and former Advent member, health issues; Jeff Harvey, Jaime Olsen;s brother, missing & has an addiction; Aunt of Kevin Compton, anxiety & depression; Julene Ignacio, friend of Carolyn Taylor, lives close to HI volcano; The Ervin Family, neighbors of the Lysyczyn’s, brutal murder of daughter Katelyn; Fred Perella, Judy Williams’ cousin, health issues; Trudy Neu; Dale, Judy Williams’ friend; Connor, Pati Ferrie’s nephew; Ernie Stump & wife, Imogene, parents of Linda Tewell’s friend; Christine Yost, Troy Yost’s mother; Trey Johnson, Helen Johnson’s son, seizures; Michael Williams, Judy’s husband.Prayers for Comfort: Friends & Family of Lou Alverides, friend of Kevin Compton; Friends & Family of Sheri Horton, sister of Amy Lysyczyn’s friend Michael HortonPray for Our Military on Active Duty: Kevin Carter, Army Reserve; Cody Collins, TN National Guard; Logan Dunaway, Sean Duncan, tinker AFB in OK; Ericka Lysyczyn, Altus AFB in OK; Drew Metelka,Mike Orton, Navy; Laura Ann Taylor, Glenn Taylor’s niece, US Navy; Steven Wiser, Glenn Taylor’s nephew, US Army.

The Adventures of Flat Jesus

“Flat Jesus” was created from the basis of a children’s book called Flat Stanley,(written by Jeff Brown). In the book, a boy named Stanley becomes flattened and is able to be mailed to different places, having all kinds of exciting adventures. “Flat Jesus” is a way to keep our church family connected as we enter the summer traveling season. Color “Flat Jesus” and take him with you as you travel…or to whatever you do this summer. Take a picture of him doing lots of different things: going out to dinner, having fun at the beach or the mountains, hanging out with friends or cousins, or whatever you are doing! It will be an amazing adventure! It is a great way to remember that Jesus is always with us, wherever we go. And it just might start up a conversation with someone about what you are doing…and why!

HOW TO CREATE YOUR VERY OWN “FLAT JESUS”:

1. Take a printed “Flat Jesus” from the narthex or the office, or print out the template (on cardstock, if possible).2. Decorate your “Flat Jesus.” Be creative! You can make one for yourself and one for a friend!

SHARE HOW JESUS IS ON THE MOVE!When you have taken photos of “Flat Jesus,” you can share your “Flat Jesus” pictures:

1. By emailing photos tooffice@theadventchurch.com2. By uploading your picture directly to Facebook and Instagram. Tag Advent Lutheran Church, TheAdventChurch Share on Twitter with @lutheran_advent Add the hashtag #AdventLC, #flatJesus and/or #jesusisonthemoveIt will be so exciting to see where Jesus is on the move this summer as you share your adventures!And remember, Jesus is with you ALWAYS

Download Your Own Flat Jesus athttps://theadventchurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Flat-Jesus-1.pdf

A Few Pictures from AFFIRM 2019

WhenMonday, July 22, 2019 at 6:30 PM CDT-to-Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at 10:30 AM CDT

WhereSt. John's Lutheran Church3258 McGavock PikeNashville, TN 37214

Ann Bassettannbassett@peace-lutheran-springhill.org931-486-0762

Nights Alive is an affordable (only $40) summer mini-camp that is close to home and just for middle schoolers.

We will stay up late with a variety of events . All the while learning about how Jesus and his followers responded to storms and what it means to encounter God when the waves of life are crashing all around us. Register Now at https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eg8v5x6l515043ef&oseq=&c=09888590-f61e-11e2-ae19-d4ae52806b34&ch=098b6bc0-f61e-11e2-ae19-d4ae52806b34If you're questions aren't answered at our website, below is the contact information for our go-to-person.

NIGHTS ALIVE

Theology on Tap @ Pucketts' Grocery

CHANGING LOCATIONS THIS MONTH!Tuesday, July 16th @ 6:30pm, Pucketts Grocery, 114 N. Church Street.Join us for food, fellowship and good conversation. This month our discussion topic is "Christ isn't Jesus' Last Name" Part 2We know Jesus was the son of Mary and Joseph. We Jesus' name quite often listed as "Jesus Christ." Yet Christ is not Jesus' last name.So what or who is "Christ"? Why is that tagged on to Jesus' name? Are Jesus and Christ synonymous?

Advent Wine ClubSaturday, July 13th @ 1pm Hosted by Lynn & Brian Andrews Bring your favorite wine and an outside friendly snack to share!there are plenty of floats, towels, mats & noodles for those who need them.

This is a family friendly event!

Address: 2410 Briar Bend Dr., MurfreesboroPlease RSVP to andrewslynn9@gmail.com or

615-401-1940

Thrivent Grant PartyAre You a Thrivent Member?

Sunday, July 14, 9:45am@ Advent LCThrivent Members please join us to see how you can assist us in funding various educational and outreach ministries as we learn about the plethora of $250 grants just waiting to be used!!!

Thrivent Community Engagement specialist, Isaac Jones, will be present to show us how easy the process is. Free coffee and donuts!!!

Even if you aren't a ThriventMember, you are welcome tolearn more about theprogram.

Young Retirees

Saturday, July 20th, 11:30am

Place TBA as of this newsletter. Watch for details in the upcoming weeks either in the Announcement sheet, email or website.

Every time Advent's Young Retirees group gathers together for fun and faith-formation, we grow a little closer to one another and take a step closer to realizing part of our vision at Advent LC: To help each other discover the gifts God has chosen for each of us. We are all gifted! This is open to all Advent disciples & their guests.

For the YouthKeep Up with the News at AdventStay in touch, sign up for our E-News, Follow us

on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube &Twitter. Many things are repeated on all of

these platforms as well as the weekly announcement sheets. Don’t miss out!

Can't make it to church? On vacation or out of town? Watch our Facebook Live videos of

the Encounter Service on Sundays @ 8:45am. Let us know you're watching by leaving

a comment. https://www.facebook.com/TheAdve ntChurch/

Would you like to help video theservice? Contact the church office.

L.Y.F.E. (Lutheran Youth for Everyone) High & Middle School youth& their friends are welcome! LYFE meets the 3rd Sunday of the month at 3:03pm. For more information, please contact Janette Walker(justjani@comcast.net) or Ali Clark(ali@TheAdventChurch.com)

SUNDAY SCHOOL—Sunday School is taking a break for summerConfirmation—Taking a break for Summer

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The quilting ministry meets onTuesdays @ 9:30am in one of theclassrooms off the fellowship hall.This ministry is taking a break for

the summer.

Safety Team Updates

Safety Team met on Tuesday, June 25th. The ministry received a memorial gift of $1000 to use for the safety of our disciples and guests.The team has purchased:

a Knox Box (a special box mounted outside that holds the keys to the building for first responders to use in an emergency).A larger First Aid Kit for mounting on the wall.A Defibrillator (purchased by a disciple, not using the memorial funds).

Still in the works:new locks for all outer doorsevacuation mapsSafe Gatherings training for LYFE leaders & Sunday SchoolTeacherstraining for Ushers/Greeters.

Name BirthdateMark Duncan July 01 Rachel Gehrke July 02 Elizabeth Hawkins July 02Dorothy Miller July 03Bonnie Kinion July 04Alexis Marshall July 04Jonathan Evans July 06Matt Lively July 06Amy Richardson July 07Grace Hatcher July 08Carol Hawkins July 08Eva Evans July 09Pr Michael Jannett July 10Norm Kronsbein July 10Anna Moran July 10Pauline Perefege July 12Andrew Roberts July 12Debra Boland July 13

Ethan Maxwell July 21Colin Ribar July 21Amy Ellis July 22Samuel Roberts July 23Allen Cruea July 26Timothy Hawkins July 26Kurt Anderson July 28Carson Smotherman July 28Victoria Fritz July 29Patrick Ribar July 29David Hood July 30

Name Wedding DateEric & Karen Diring 07/28/1990Anna Dean & Don Heiney 07/02/1966 David & Jo Hood 07/01/1972Marilyn & Norm Kronsbein 07/15/1956 Brian & Peggy Smotherman 07/26/1997

WorshipWorshipAttendanceAttendance

Averages AprilAverages April

MONTH YTD2019 May 139 1312018 May 148 138

Financial Report 2019Financial Report 2019

May 2019 YTDTotal Revenue $18,721.29 $101,768.75Total Expenses $ 22,173.85 $107,867.39

Amount Owed toHouse of GodThrough May.

01/01/19 $776.50

02/01/19 $992.34

03/25/19 $817.50

04/14/19 $751.50

05/14/19 $953.50

Benevolence Pledged/Paidfor First Quarter 2019:

1Q 2019 Benevolence pledged: $ 4,6601Q 2019 Benevolence paid: $ 425(designated funds)

Congregational Council MembersCongregational Council Members

Name

As of June 30, 2019

Officers Terms end Terry Tewell President 2021Judy Williams Vice Pres. 2021Angie Haston Treasurer 2019Karen Diring Secretary 2020

At-Large MembersPati Ferrie Property - 2020 (2nd Term) Craig Summers - 2021Lori Sultzer - 2021David Anderson - 2020Amanda Nowlin - 2020Jack Nelson - 2021Glen Kincheloe Youth - 2020

Committee Chairpersons Evangelism OpenProperty Brian OlsenWorship & Music Jon Evans Christian Ed Deanna Mazur Fellowship OpenStewardship OpenYouth Open

Sponsorships for Events inSponsorships for Events inMurfreesboro:Murfreesboro:

Three opportunities for Event Sponsorshipseither through a Thrivent Grant or personalgiving. If you are a Thrivent Member andwould like to use your grant for one ofthese sponsorships, OR would like topersonally give, please contact PastorMichael.

· Boro Pride—social media shout out/boothspace etc (Saturday, September 7, 5-7pm—$500

· Family Promise—We have provided a$250 Thrivent Grant.

Inspiritus Annual Charity Golf Scramble

Family & Parenting Ed Classes in JulyRaising children andnurturing our families isa challenge. So join usfor tools to help meet thechallenge. StillWaters and The UTExtension Agency isexcited to offer the highlyacclaimed instructionalseries:

TOGETHER WE CANLessons include:

Stress and conflict management strategiesParental InvolvementMoney ManagementHealthy decisions about relationships

THIS CLASS IS FREE! CHILDCARE IS PROVIDED

When: 6:30 pm Monday evenings in July (July 1,8,15, 22, & 29)

Where: UT Extension Building, John Rice Blvd, Mboro

All are welcome. But please RSVP to let us know you will be there and your childcare needs. RSVP to still.waters.cp@gmail.com

Love Your Neighbor Picnic

The Murfreesboro Cold Patrol & Murfreesboro Muslim Youth cordially invites you to Love Your Neighbor Potluck Picnic.

WW HH AA TTLove your neighbor is an event meant to bring our Murfreesboro community together, regardless of faith, color, ethnicity or anything else.We want to show everyone that love and peace are the faces of our Murfreesboro community.

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SS UU PP PP OO RR TTBoth organizers are nonprofit organizations, we have created a fundraiser to support these events. We welcome any contributions to offset the expenses.

https://www.facebook.com/donate/736429 880061973/Looking forward to seeing all of you.

Community Helpers

This agency in our area helps those who need emergency assistance for shelter, warmth and health. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance. Please visit there website www.chorctn.org or give them a call at 615-898-0617

Family Promise

Please make yourself aware of this ministry. we will be discussing this opportunity to serve at our June congregational meeting. https://familypromise.org/

You can drop off donations and supplies at their office which is located at: 800 Park AvenueSuite P, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 If you’re unable to take items to Cold Patrol, you can dropoff at the church, in the Narthex. Please call to schedule drop off. Or visit their website for more information. Some items that they regularly need.

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· Office supplies· Tents· Sleeping bags· Backpacks· Rover tickets· Fast food gift cards· Under wear· Socks· Tarps

We are so grateful for your support aswe work to make Murfreesboro a betterplace to live for ALL of our neighbors!

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That’s right…even with new paper envelopes in hand (or in your church mailbox), we also have online, app, and text giving options available. To give via TEXT, send a text with a dollar amount you wish to give to 615-552-1462. The first time you give via text, instructions will follow. To give via the Give+ app, simply download the free Give+ app to your smartphone and setup your account. To give via our website, go to https://theadventchurch.org/give/ No checkbook? No problem!

Weekly Facebook Live Video Encounter Worship Service

Can't make it to church? On vacation or out oftown? Watch our Facebook Live videos of theEncounter Service onSundays @ 8:45am. Let us know you're watchingby leaving a comment. Would you like to helpvideo the service?Contact the church office! https://www.facebook.com/TheAdventChurch/You can also access the videos on ourYoutube ChannelBelow is a sample of what our Encounter Serviceis like.

Advent Lutheran Church1700 Irby Lane

Murfreesboro, TN 37127615-893-9705

Office@TheAdventChurch.comwww.TheAdventChurch.com

RReegguullaarr OOffffiiccee HHoouurrssThe office is open 8am-1pm Monday-Thursday

Pr. Michael Jannett, Pastor Pastor@TheAdventChurch.comPr. Gretchen Person, Organist /

Pastoral Assistant GretchenPerson@gmail.com

Mrs. Debra Boland, Office AdminOffice@TheAdventChurch.com

Ms. Ali Clark, LYFE Coordinator Ali@TheAdventChurch.com

Mrs. Kelly Jannett, Music Director Kelly@TheAdventChurch.com

Mr. Troy Yost, Encounter Band Leader Troy@TheAdventChurch.com

Staff