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Peace Lutheran Church FREMONT, INDIANA July Newsletter, 2014 Set Free! Professor MacDonald, a professor of a university in Glasgow, Scotland, and a Scottish chaplain were captured by the Germans in World War II. For some reason, MacDonald was put into the American compound, while the Scottish chaplain was put in the British compound. A high wire fence separated the two compounds. Unknown to the German guards, the Americans had constructed a little home-made radio by which they were able to get news from the outside. Every day, MacDonald would listen to the news on the radio, then go to the fence and share it with the chaplain in the ancient Gaelic language, which none of the Germans could under-stand. One day, news came over the little radio that the German high command had surrendered to the Allies and that the war was over. MacDonald took the news to his friend – and then watched him disappear into the barracks. A moment later, a roar of celebration resounded from the barracks. Life in that camp was transformed. The prisoners walked around, singing and shouting joyfully. They waved at the guards and even laughed at the guard dogs. Three nights later – when the German guards finally heard the news, the guards fled in the dark, leaving the gates unlocked. The next morning, the British and American POW’s walked out as free men, but they were truly set free three days earlier by the news that the war was over. We are told in Hebrews 2:14-15, “Since the children have flesh and blood, He, too, shared in their humanity so that by His death, He might destroy him who holds the power of death – that is, the devil – and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death.” The Christian is already free from the power of death and the fear of death – and therefore is free to serve the Lord Jesus Christ – without any fear of what Satan might do. The devil is a defeated enemy – and death is an empty threat for the one who is in Christ. And even though we aren’t in heaven yet, we know the outcome of the war. So let’s continue to celebrate each day at home – and each week together at church – the victory is ours and NOTHING can ever take that fact away from us.
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Peace Lutheran Church
FREMONT, INDIANA
July Newsletter, 2014
Set Free! Professor MacDonald, a professor of a university in Glasgow, Scotland, and a Scottish chaplain were captured by the Germans in World War II. For some reason, MacDonald was put into the American compound, while the Scottish chaplain was put in the British compound. A high wire fence separated the two compounds.
Unknown to the German guards, the Americans had constructed a little home-made radio by which they were able to get news from the outside. Every day, MacDonald would listen to the news on the radio, then go to the fence and share it with the chaplain in the ancient Gaelic language, which none of the Germans could under-stand.
One day, news came over the little radio that the German high command had surrendered to the Allies and that the war was over. MacDonald took the news to his friend – and then watched him disappear into the barracks. A moment later, a roar of celebration resounded from the barracks.
Life in that camp was transformed. The prisoners walked around, singing and shouting joyfully. They waved at the guards and even laughed at the guard dogs. Three nights later – when the German guards finally heard the news, the guards fled in the dark, leaving the gates unlocked. The next morning, the British and American POW’s walked out as free men, but they were truly set free three days earlier by the news that the war was over.
We are told in Hebrews 2:14-15, “Since the children have flesh and blood, He, too, shared in their humanity so that by His death, He might destroy him who holds the power of death – that is, the devil – and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death.”
The Christian is already free from the power of death and the fear of death – and therefore is free to serve the Lord Jesus Christ – without any fear of what Satan might do. The devil is a defeated enemy – and death is an empty threat for the one who is in Christ. And even though we aren’t in heaven yet, we know the outcome of the war.
So let’s continue to celebrate each day at home – and each week together at church – the victory is ours and NOTHING can ever take that fact away from us.
PEACE NEWS
The Peace Newsletter is available:
• online at plcms.org
• or you may pick up a paper copy in the Narthex.
The birthday/anniversary page is not available online and will continue to be placed in your church mailbox.
GREETERS, USHERS & LECTORS: Are needed for all services. Please sign up at the Information Desk.
Contact our head Deacon, Gloria Winans, 260-833-2779, with any questions. USHERS – If you have children or grandchildren who would like to help (and you feel are capable), feel free to let them help you with ushering. Their participation will make them feel a part of the worship service. Please note: If you are unable to serve, please try to find a replacement or contact our head Deacon, Gloria Winans, 260-833-2779. If you do find a replacement, please notify the church office A.S.A.P. for the bulletin. ACOLYTES: 8 AM 10 AM NURSERY: 7/6 Luke Honer/Austin Sievers Staffed by a 7/13 Autumn Godwin/Natileigh Mann certified caregiver 7/20 Ryan Purkey Cole Thomas/Nick Biddle (7:45-11:15 AM) 7/27 Riley Graber/Grant Korte ALTAR GUILD: Anna Roembke, Meg Roemke, Lynn Reed
WINGS
OUTREACH Supplies are being collected for the Seminary in Fort Wayne during the month of July:
Peanut butter Jelly Soups Crackers
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Join us at
Fremont
Music Fest Saturday, July 12th
CONGRATULATIONS! High School Graduates – 2014 Hayley Beckwith – Angola High School – plans to attend Kent State University to study Psychology. She received scholarships from the Angola Classroom Teachers Association, Association of Professional and Business Women, along with French Honor Society (Co-President) and National Honor Society cords, and the Academic Honors Diploma. From Kent State she received the Presidential Scholarship, Trustee Scholarship and the University Award. Paige Emke – Angola High School – plans to attend Ball State University to study nursing. She has received her CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) endorsement and played #1 doubles on the Angola Sectional Championship Team. Kathleen Mann – Edon High School and the Four County Career Center – with a degree in Medical Office Technology. She plans to attend Ivy Teach to study for a degree in Human Services. She receive a special medical office honor in the use of Microsoft Office. Riley McCrea – Fremont High School – plans to attend Manchester University to study Special Education. She has received the Manchester University Founders Scholarship and the Angola Rotary Scholarship. Riley received the Daughters of the American Revolution Citizen Award, Trine Cords, was a 4-year student council member - serving as secretary this past year, and a member of the National Honor Society. Leeah Reidenbach – Fremont High School – plans to attend Purdue University to study Biology and Pre-Med. She is the Salutatorian of her class (Academic Honors Diploma, 8-Semester “All-A” Honor Roll. Leeah received scholarships from Steuben Woman’s Club, the Red Cross Blood Drive, the Presidential Scholar Award and also a member of the National Honor Society. Marcy Sweeney – Angola High School – will continue working at RISE in Angola. Andrew Thomas – Fremont High School – plans to attend IUPUI and major in Philanthropic Studies. He received the Andy Mauk Memorial Scholarship, the Clear Lake Lions Club Scholarship, and the Senior FIST Member Award. College Graduates – 2014 Paige Beckwith – Capital University (“Summa Cum Laude”) - with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. She majored in Art Therapy and minored in Psychology and Studio Art. Paige will be attending graduate school at Seton Hill University to pursue a Masters Degree in Art Therapy. David Jones – Indiana-Purdue Fort Wayne (IPFW) - with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology. He’s currently looking for a position in Computer Information Technology with an emphasis in Broadcast Engineering. Allison Hall – Cornerstone University - with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education. She is looking for an elementary education position. Kendall Kobelak – Trine University – with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education. She was on the President’s List for Academic Achievement during her college years and she is looking for an elementary education position. Linsy Reidenbach – University of Evansville (“Cum Laude”) – with a Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing. She is looking forward to passing the National Nurses Exam and then looking for a position in one of the local hospitals. Post College Graduates – 2014 Molly Sweeney – Purdue University - with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She is looking for a position with United States Department of Agriculture, working in Logansport, IN with the pork producers to help keep our food supply safe!
Thank you, friends of Peace! The summer of 2014 has already been a whirlwind...or maybe I
should say...a tumbleweed. My 40-day wandering in the Texas wilderness
was challenging, educational, encouraging, enlightening and profitable.
Here are some aspects of each: Challenging: ◊ I missed Michelle, Zeke, JJ, Noah, Seth, Bella, and Mae each and every day! ◊ The often approx. 16-hour work days became quite exhausting... Educational ◊ I was able to receive many neat ideas on how to approach youth and young adult ministry after
participating in a 3-day Millennial Conference. ◊ I learned much of the challenges our Military and Chaplains are facing due to new regulations. Encouraging ◊ I was excited to see the valuable Christian Military Ministries that are still thriving despite the
hostilities to conservative Christianity within our contemporary context. Enlightening: ◊ I learned much of how the conservative members of the Chaplain Corps are Biblically handling
the challenges of pluralism and the consequences of the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell (DADT). Profitable: ◊ I received 2 boxes of supplies from a VBS we conducted at JBSA—Randolph that we can use
for VBX at Peace. ◊ I was able to preach, lead liturgy and teach Bible study for the Traditional Service and help lead
the Contemporary Service with musical worship each weekend. And so with that brief synopsis, I thank you for allowing me to participate and be a missionary to the military as part of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod’s World Missions. Please continue to pray for our Military Chaplains as they are on the “front lines” of the spiritual battle that is occurring.
Sunday, July 13 — Commissioned at 10:30 a.m.; Leave approx. 12:30 p.m. Monday, July 14 — St. Louis Seminary & Zoo; Arrive in Oswego, KS Tuesday, July 15 — Friday July 18 — Evangelism/Community Service Sat. July 19 — White-Water Rafting/R&R Sun. July 20 — Worship (2 Churches); Depart for Meramac Mon. July 21 — Cavern Tour; Arrive back in Fremont approx. 8:00 p.m.
See Pam Hall or
Scott Miller
for details
