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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church ECHO the love of Christ
We are a Christian community united in God’s call
to serve others by sharing the love of Christ.
A congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
JANUARY 2020
The Rev. Patrick J. Van De Motter Grace and peace to you as we wind our way into a new year.
The turning over of the calendar is an uneasy thing to do sometimes. We are now used to what the old
year has wrought. This New Year, however, is an unknown. People get unnerved and apprehensive at
the start of anything new. It’s normal. But, I would like to remind everyone that your record for getting
through iffy days, bad days, and catastrophic days is 100%.
We do not know what will happen in the new year. We do not know what will happen in the next day.
We do not know what will happen in the next ten minutes. By perseverance, we are allowed to look at
just the seconds that are coming immediately after this one.
We can, however, hope. This is our one true legacy of Christ: hope. Through all that we may suffer, we
know that we can persevere in hope.
Hebrews 12:1-2 …let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, 2 looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God.
We do not know where we go. We can only meet the result with love that Christ in us has nurtured.
And with that love we hope for the best outcome in any circumstance.
Romans 5:3-5 …suffering produces endurance, 4 and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, 5 and hope does not disappoint us, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us.
Wherever we may head, whatever direction we may take, let us take it in love with hope that that love
rules our every circumstance.
May God bless us all in this unknowable new year. Trust in God. Trust in Jesus. Trust in love and hope.
Blessings of peace in the new year,
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Good Shepherd Ministries All committees meet the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM
(For more information about our church ministries please call the church office)
Evangelism Property Social Ministry Worship & Music Christian Education
· Community Outreach · Promote Events · Maintain Website · Family Fun Night · Circus · D-Day Parking · Craft Fair · Back to School Rally · Support Other
Committees
· Maintain building and grounds
· Care for church rental properties
· Set up/tear down for events
· Men’s Maintenance Ministry (3 M’s) is a group of men who meet every Tuesday at 9:00 am for social time and to work on the maintenance of the church.
· Tree of Warmth · Cooks for Christ · Holy Communion
Home Visits · Card Ministry · BINGO at Ashtabula
County Home · Nisua Bakers · Turkey Box · Quilting
· Special Music · Ushers · Assisting Ministers · Altar Guild · Abiding Memorial · Pastoral Support · Acolytes
Sunday School Classes 9:45 am
Kindergarten to Adult September thru May
· Acolyte Training · First Holy
Communion · Bible Study · Confirmation · Vacation Bible
School · Youth Sunday · Mission Trips
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
876 Grove Street Conneaut, OH 44030
440-599-8908 / www.gslcc.org
Worship Times Sunday 8:30 Contemporary
Sunday 11:00 Traditional Holy Communion at all services
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday – 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Pastoral Staff Rev. Patrick Van De Motter, Pastor
A congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
The deadline for ECHO articles is the 20th of every month. Articles/notices received after the 20th will be saved for the following month. Submissions can be emailed to Kelly Anthony at [email protected].
Contents
Section I – Monthly Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Section II – Upcoming Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section III – Updates, News & Stories . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Section IV – Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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Monthly Prayer Calendar January
To initiate a prayer on the prayer chain for someone CALL: Nancy Sackett (440-593-3673)
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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For remem-brance of Jesus as our salvation whenever we hear, say or think his name
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For an end to human traffick-ing & healing for all who suffer its abuse
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For the cloud of faith-filled witnesses who surround & enrich us thru their example
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For the people & communities affected by the recent fires in California
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For those who question
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For the Epiphany & nurturing of our lives to better emulate Jesus
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For the gift of wisdom that comes from God
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In thankfulness that we are adopted & called children of God
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For our shut ins
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For the good news that forgiveness & eternal life is for all humanity
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For God’s acceptance of us just as we are in all our human endeavors
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For our daily cleansing & renewal through our baptism
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For those who struggle with substance abuse & addiction
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For the lonely
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For remem-brance of Martin Luther King Jr. & all saints, martyrs & leaders
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For sisters & brothers
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For the next person you see
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For the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
19 For the same curiosity, hope & faith that moved the first disciples of Jesus
20 For our church staff & volunteers
21 For the leaders of every nation, including our own
22 For mending of suspicion & hatred in our nation & around the world
23 For joy in following the will of God as revealed in Scripture
24 In thanks for our special relationship with the Presbyterian Church
25 For remem-brance of the Conversion of Paul & how God has trans-formed you
26 For the ill
27 For thanks for women in the early church, throughout history & today
28 For theologians & teachers in our church
29 For forgiveness for the conflicts that divide our church & congregations
30 For legislation that will protect the gift of life & honor the handiwork of our Creator
31 Praise God & shout with joy!
If you know of someone who is hospitalized, sick or needs a visit, please CALL the church office (440-599-8908) so that a visit can be arranged.
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January Birthdays
Robert Beagle Tina Beagle Gail Burlingham Kris Cameron Chase Carpenter Sydney Carpenter Wes Combs
Susan Diamond Alison Hathy Marilyn Hathy Kevin Manniko John Montagano Mark Owens Emily Pew
James Poff Joe Reed Carol Silis Deborah Sturtevant Beth Vendetti RaeAnn Wright
GENERAL FUND BALANCE AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2019 $7,054
MONTH OFFERING
INCOME YTD
INCOME
%ESTIMATE BUDGETED REVENUE
EXPENSE
YEAR TO DATE
% ESTIMATED OPERATING
COST January $ 15,232 $ 15,232 73.7% $ 26,125 $ 26,125 102.0% February $ 20,881 $ 36,113 87.3% $ 19,823 $ 45,948 92.3% March $ 17,081 $ 53,194 85.8% $ 19,992 $ 65,940 100.5%
April $ 16,220 $ 69,414 83.4% $ 21,391 $ 87,331 105.6% May $ 14,161 $ 83,610 82.5% $ 18,530 $ 105,861 100.0% June $ 16,824 $100,199 80.8% $ 19,126 $ 124,987 100.2% July $ 12,995 $113,194 78.2% $ 24,085 $ 149,072 100.0% August $ 13,599 $126,793 76.7% $ 17,813 $ 166,885 98.6%
September $ 16,677 $143,470 77.1% $ 18,936 $ 185,821 98.8% October $ 14,494 $157,964 76.4% $ 16,729 $ 202,550 97.6% November $ 14,228 $172,563 79.5% $ 13,021 $ 215,570 94.3%
ATTENDANCE
11/24 121 12/1 98 12/8 99 12/15 134 12/22 129 12/24 232 12/29 64
The Big Churchy Word this month is:
“Soteriology”
Soter means “savior” in Greek, making the word effectively savior-ology, which we think sounds much cooler since it states the straight-forward intent of the word: the study of the way your sinful self gets saved. A fancy word for the fancy study of salvation.
Adapted from: Jacobson, R.A., Editor, {Crazy Talk}: A Not-So-Stuffy Dictionary of Theological Terms, p. 164, Augsburg Books, (2008), Minneapolis.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Our annual Super Bowl Sub Sale will begin Sunday, January 5, and run thru January 26. The price is $5.00 for an Italian sub. Contact the youth for ordering or sign up at church. Members of our community can order subs and prepay through January 23, 2020 by calling the office at 599.8908.
ELCA Youth Gathering
June 29-July 3, 2021
Please join us for an informational meeting on January 19, 2020, immediately following the 11:00 service. This meeting is for youth and adults. Youth in 8th – 12th grade at the time of registration (Fall 2020) are eligible to attend.
BLOOD DRIVE
Wednesday, January 22, 1 - 6 p.m. in Fellowship Hall
Contact Stephanie for more information (440) 599-8908
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Can you find your way out?
Youth in grades 7-12 are invited to experience an escape house in Erie with their friends on January 26. A letter will be sent home with each student with all the information. For those who attend Sunday School regularly the cost is $6.00 (due to the cost of the event). For all others, the cost is $12.00. This fee includes the escape room experience and refreshments afterwards. We would like to have at least 11 signed up, then we can race each other through the two rooms. Sign-up sheets will be posted on the bulletin board. The deadline to sign up is January 18.
Mmmmm! Nisua!
The next Nisua bake will be February 22. Please place your order with Suzanne Malys or Jerry Lampela after Sunday worship services by February 15. The last day to place your order with the office is Thursday, February 13. Order yours soon! The next bake will be April 4.
Family Bowling February 16
2:00 PM
Our annual family bowling event at El Camp Lanes in Conneaut will be February 16. The event is free for those who attend Sunday School; $7.00 for those who don’t. Included are bowling, shoes, pizza and soda. We are asking that you bring an unwrapped toy to give to the Halo Toy Chest for next year's sharing day. Even if you don't bowl, please come and join us for fellowship, pizza and soda!
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Mission Sunday January 12
The Food Pantry item for January is paper towels. Please bring a roll and place it on the altar. If everybody brings just one, we should have a nice amount to take to the food pantry.
Thank you!
Turkey Box is Empty! Please look for the Turkey Box in the gathering space and drop in your spare change and bills. Money collected year-round then used for our Thanksgiving and Christmas families.
Thank you!
Please continue to save your box tops for Conneaut Schools. Watch for them on grocery items you purchase. You’ll find a collection box in the gathering space.
Looking for the perfect venue for your special event? Consider renting Fellowship Hall! Call the Church Office, (440) 599-8908, and speak with Stephanie to find out more.
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News & Updates
Christmas Trees to Donate
GSLC has two 8-foot artificial Christmas trees (non pre-lit) to donate to a family or organization who can use them. These trees were used on the chancel prior to the 10-foot trees we have now. Those interested, or know of someone who might be, please contact the church office or see Andy Chiodo.
Committee News
Evangelism
The Escape House experience and family bowling event are on tap for our youth, but also mark your calendars for the second annual Spa Day which will be held on May 16, 2020. Tickets will go on sale in April. A reminder for Sunday School kids – Every time you come to Sunday School your name will be entered into a drawing for gifts, candy and prizes. You also get to attend events at little or no cost. Serving Christ,
Michelle Logan
Chair, Evangelism
Keep Everyone Informed
Committees, groups, and ministries: Share your news here! Keep the congregation informed of all the wonderful things you’re planning, how past events went, and invite them to join in the fun. Submit information for this publication to Kelly Anthony by the 20th of each month; email [email protected].
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January 2020
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
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OFFICE CLOSED
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OFFICE CLOSED
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5 8:30 Service 11:00 Service 1:30 Service at the Villa
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9:00 3M’s 9:00 Quilters
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1:30 BINGO at ACNRC 6:00 Choir
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10 OFFICE CLOSED
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12 8:30 Service 11:00 Service
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9:00 3M’s 9:00 Quilters 6:00 Committees
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6:00 Choir
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17 OFFICE CLOSED
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19 8:30 Service 11:00 Service
20 Echo Articles Due
21 9:00 3M’s 9:00 Quilters 1:30 Comm. Svc. at Lake Pt. 1:30 Comm. Svc. at The Villa 6:00 Council
22 1:00-6:00 Blood Mobile 6:00 Choir
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24 OFFICE CLOSED
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26 8:30 Service 11:00 Service
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28 9:00 3M’s 9:00 Quilters
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6:00 Choir
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31 OFFICE CLOSED
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Lord, we are your servants . . .
DATE/ TIME
ASSISTING MINISTER
COMMUNION ASSISTANT USHERS GREETERS READER HOSPITALITY ACOLTYES PROJECTION
1/5/2020 8:30
Mary Vidmar Grace Patriarco Mike & Suzanne
Malys George & Nyla
Lindgren Tim Moga Heidi Parkomaki Tim Montagano Luke Patriarco
11:00 Shirley Harco Nickolas Mason Jerry & Faye
Lampela Rich & Pam
Herner Cindy Nelson Michelle Logan
Amelia Sanford Emma Van Norman
Taylor Racut
1/12/2020 8:30
Jasmine Steighner Rae Van De Motter Bud & Janet
Maenpaa Budd & Shirley Brookhouser
Susan McCarron Suzanne Malys Luke Patriarco Jennifer Best
11:00 Andy Chiodo Michelle Logan EJ Hybert
Cindy Nelson Ray & Gail
Burlingham Nickolas Mason Natalie Huya
Aurelia & Thaddaeus Huya
Stacy Racut
1/19/2020 8:30
Mike Malys Susan McCarron John & Sue
Chapin Bob & Joe
Reed Grace Patriarco Stephanie Patriarco Sofi Thompson Luke Patriarco
11:00 Shirley Harco Paul Mechling Stacy & Taylor
Racut Jerry & Faye
Lampela Paul Mechling Joanne Mechling
Emily McQueeney Natalie Wood
Michelle Logan
1/26/2020 8:30
Mary Vidmar Heidi Parkomaki Katrina Pavolino Grace Patriarco
Dolores Pelow Nancy Altman
John Chapin Sue Chapin Tim Montagano Jennifer Best
11:00 Andy Chiodo Taylor Racut Craig & Natalie
Huya Cindy Nelson Stacy Racut
Peggy & Shirley Harco
Ben Owens JR Hutchison
Michelle Logan
JANUARY ALTAR GUILD: Pearl Ann Curtis, Phyllis Waid, Heidi Parkomaki, Peggy Harco, and Shirley Harco
FEBRUARY ALTAR GUILD: Pearl Ann Curtis, Phyllis Waid, Heidi Parkomaki, Peggy Harco, and Shirley Harco
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