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The Parish Paper of Shepherd of the Glades Lutheran Church

6020 Rattlesnake Hammock Road (Corner of Santa Barbara)

Naples Florida 34113

JUNE/JULY, JUNE/JULY, JUNE/JULY, JUNE/JULY, 2015201520152015 Volume 8 Volume 8 Volume 8 Volume 8 –––– Issue Issue Issue Issue 6

Editor: Lynn Dickerman

SHEPHERD OF THE GLADES SHEPHERD OF THE GLADES SHEPHERD OF THE GLADES

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OUR INTERCONNECTEDNESS Back on Sunday, May 3rd, the Gospel for the 5th Sunday of Easter was from John 15:1-8 where Jesus gives the last of the “I Am” sayings. “I AM THE TRUE VINE.” John 15:1 A key aspect of our Christian life that this gospel story emphasizes is the necessity of our INTERCONNECTEDNESS with the rest of our human community. Certainly that idea was one of the many pleasures of our ecumenical service of ordination and installation of Pastor Omar on April 12th. Our connection to each other in our worship community SOTGEEEE begins with abiding in the true vine, our Lord Jesus Christ. To quote Kristen Johnson Largen from “Sundays and Seasons Preaching”: “No one part can exist without the whole; and so this image Jesus uses reminds the disciples that they are not only dependent on his life, but dependent on each other as well– and without the Christian community, no single individual can thrive.” This story also connects us to Holy Communion, as Jesus is the bread and true fruit of the vine. As I was preparing for the May 3rd service, I ran across the following story. I asked you where you were on Sunday, July 20, 1969 at 3:17 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. I was selling Hot Dogs on a Stick somewhere in Ohio that Sunday and left the hot dog stand just in time to enter a commercial building of the county fair and watch this unfold on a television:

“Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the first men to walk on the moon in the Apollo 11 space mission. Michael Collins, the third member of the group, was in charge of the command module, essential for their return to Earth. It circled the moon while Armstrong and Aldrin landed. The moon lander touched down at 3:17 Eastern Standard Time, Sunday, July 20, 1969.

Aldrin had brought with him a tiny communion kit, given him by his church, that had a silver chalice and wine vial about the size of the tip of his finger. During the morning he radioed, ‘Houston, this is Eagle . This is the LM pilot speaking. I would like to request a few moments of silence. I would like to invite each person listening in, whoever or wherever he may be, to contemplate for a moment the events of the last few hours, and to give thanks in his own individual way.’ In the radio blackout, he wrote later, I opened the little plastic packages which contained the bread and the wine. I poured the wine into the chalice our church had given me. In the one-sixth gravity of the moon, the wine slowly curled and gracefully came up the side of the cup. Then I read the Scripture, ‘I am the vine, you are the branches.

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PASTOR’S PAGES . . .

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PASTOR’S PAGES . . . Whosoever abides in me will bring forth much fruit.’ I had intended to read my communion passage back to Earth, but at the last minute Deke Slayton had requested that I not do this. NASA was already embroiled in a legal battle with Madalyn Murray O’Hare, the celebrated opponent of religion, over the Apollo 8 crew reading from Genesis while orbiting the moon at Christmas. I agreed reluctantly . . . Eagle’s metal body creaked, I ate the tiny host and swallowed the wine. I gave thanks for the intelligence and spirit that had brought two young pilots to the Sea of Tranquility. It was interesting for me to think: The very first liquid ever poured on the moon and the very first food eaten there were the communion elements.” Bill Carrell, godandscience.org/apologetics/communion.html. Retrieved November 27, 2008.

I am looking forward to being connected to the Lord Jesus Christ, to you the people of SOTGEEEE and OUR Associate Pastor Omar in the days, weeks, and months ahead.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Vacation Bible School, which we have done many times before here at SOTG (but not for the last few years), will take place Monday through Friday from 6:00-8:00 p.m., July 6-10. This is also the 4th phase of THE SHEPHERD’S TABLE. Pastor Omar will call us together for a planning meeting as soon as the materials arrive.

NEXT NEW MEMBER SUNDAY The next New Member Sunday will be July 19th. If you might be interested in joining and would benefit from a class on Christianity through Lutheran eyes, please let me know (239.687.6580).

I will be on vacation on the Sundays of July 26, where I will be leading worship at the 69th annual Wahlberg reunion, and August 2, 9, and 16. Pastor Omar will be leading us in worship for one service for all, held together in the Sanctuary on those Sundays.

Thank you for your partnership in the glorious Gospel of our Savior, the True Vine, Jesus Christ.

Peace,

Pastor Doug

“Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree.” “Beautiful music is the art of the prophets that can calm the agitations of the soul; it is one of the most magnificent and delightful presents God has given us.”

“There is no more lovely, friendly and charming relationship, communion or company than a good marriage.”

“Our Lord has written the promise of resurrection, not in books alone, but in every leaf in springtime.”

“To be a Christian without prayer is no more possible than to be alive without breathing.”

“Everything that is done in the world is done by hope.”

“Faith is a living, daring confidence in God's grace, so sure and certain that a man could stake his life on it a thousand times.”

Dear Pastor Wahlberg and the People of Shepherd of the Glades, Grace to you and peace! “For you know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich.” (2 Corinthians 8:9) Thank you for your generous gift to the ministry and mission of Christ, Cape Coral. Your gift is a sign of our partnership in the gospel, for that we are truly grateful. April has been an emotional one for many of us: celebrating Holy Week and the Great Paschal Triduum for the last time on our campus. We joined together for a banquet giving thanks to God for the ministry we have accomplished here. On April 19 we celebrated our final liturgy in the nave that had served us for almost forty years. After taking leave of the building we processed via cars to the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, which will be our home for awhile. Thanks to your partnership we will have the time to heal and begin to refocus our mission and ministry. Blessings! Rev. Dr. William E. Bogholtz Pastor of Christ Lutheran Church Cape Coral, FL

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QUOTES FROM MARTIN LUTHER . . .

WE GET LETTERS . . .

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COUNCIL’S CORNER . . . MINUTES OF MAY 12, 2015 MEETING The meeting was called to order by Don Bassett, President. Devotions were conducted by Pastor Omar. April Council meeting minutes were reviewed and accepted.

The next New Member Sunday is scheduled for July 19, 2015. Pastor Omar is completing the paperwork required by the ELCA for the salary grant. He is meeting with those interested in helping with Vacation Bible School and making plans for VBS being held the evenings of July 6 thru 10th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Sunday School classes have started. On Sunday, May 24th, there will be a combined communion in Hanson Hall at which time the Chancel furnishings will be dedicated. (See page 9.) Council reviewed the financial report under the guidance of Tony Zeman, Treasurer. Property reported that the Memorial fountain is being painted with the possibility of coating the stones in the future. The Hooper Irrigation Company has been selected to maintain the sprinkler system. Stewardship reported that the newsletter will report that we operated below our income budget for the year to date. (See page 7.) On September 13, 2015, “God’s Work - Our Hands” Committee will be filling backpacks, coordinating this with the needs of the Shepherd’s Table. November 15, 2015 will be Volunteer Sunday. January 17, 2016 will be Commitment Sunday. Fellowship reported that the “Welcome Back Luncheon” be pot luck. It was also suggested that a collection be taken after each social function held in Hanson Hall. Youth reported that the Easter program was very successful. They are looking forward to VBS in July. (See page 12.) Worship and Music reported that Marilyn Barikmo will coordinate the usher schedule during the summer season. They are trying to coordinate a schedule for next year’s Advent, Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, and New Year’s Eve services. The plan is to return to two worship services on Sunday, January 3, 2016. Evangelism reported that an ad has been placed in EnCompass magazine. “Lead On, Lord” reported that pledge cards are coming in. They are looking to possibly find someone to write a grant request to the ELCA Mission Fund to offset some of the cost of our projects. Carole Graesser and Barb Keller have a draft for the “Safe Church Policy”. Council is waiting for an insurance quote from Arthur J. Gallagher & Company. The quote will include wind damage coverage.

Next Council meeting will be June 9, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. Meeting was closed with prayer.

SOTG EN ESPAÑOL . . .

CON LA FUERZA DEL ESPÍRITU.

Después de la Resurrección y de los acontecimientos de la

Pascua, Jesús quiso dejarnos su espíritu, ese maestro

interior, esa fuerza que mueve y resucita desde adentro. El

espíritu es esa presencia misteriosa que nos permite tener

memoria de los acontecimientos de Dios, de los eventos de

Dios; la memoria de nuestra propia historia de salvación.

El espíritu santo es la presencia activa de un Dios que

sigue creando, que continúa salvando, que se comunica y

que inspira al hombre, desde su conciencia más profunda, a la fe. La misma

energía del día de la creación, la vehemencia de los mares y de los vientos que

acompañaron al pueblo de Israel por el desierto, la brisa de las alturas del

Hermón; la fuerza demoledora de Jericó y el torbellino que arrebató a Elías.

Esa misma fuerza creadora, esa energía que renueva, es el poder de Dios en

acción, poder que resucita y que despierta a los profetas, que da vista a los

ciegos y hace testimoniar a la creación entera. Ese mismo espíritu se nos ha

dado. Ese mismo espíritu se ha quedado entre nosotros. Nuestra respuesta de

fe es también la firme convicción de que el espíritu de Jesús tiene el poder de

renovar nuestras vidas; de resucitarnos cada día del sueño, de la rutina y de la

mediocridad. La resurrección de Jesús nos enseña que vale la pena vivir

intensamente y superar las barreras de la enfermedad y de la misma muerte.

Su Espíritu nos garantiza de que no estamos solos, de que nuestra vida tiene

sentido cuando se dona, cuando se entrega, cuando muere para dar vida; pero

sobretodo, cuando resucita cada día para darle paso a la alegría de vivir por

Cristo y de hacerlo todo por amor.

If you are the least bit handy and or trainable, the Property Committee could

really use your help. If you are a full time Floridian and are able to lend your

muscle to keep our physical plant looking pristine and in good running order,

please contact Hank Beers at 239.776.7625.

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HAVE WE GOT A JOB FOR YOU . . .

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SOTG EN ESPAÑOL . . .

WITH THE POWER OF THE SPIRIT.

After the resurrection and the events of Easter, Jesus wanted to leave us his

Spirit, that inner master, that force that moves and rises from the inside. The

Spirit is that mysterious presence that allows us to have memory of the events

of God, the memory of our own history of salvation. The Holy Spirit is the

active presence of a God that continues to create, who continues saving, who

communicates and inspires men and women, from his deepest conscience, to

faith, to belief. This is the same energy as on the day of the creation, the

vehemence of the seas and the winds that accompanied the people of Israel

through the wilderness, the heights of Hermon breeze, the devastating strength

of Jericho and the whirlwind that snatched Elijah. That same creative force, that

energy, that is the power of God in action, power that resurrects and arouses

the prophets, who gives sight to the blind and bears witness to the whole

creation. This same spirit has been given us. This same spirit has been among

us. Our response of faith is also the firm conviction that the spirit of Jesus has

the power to renew our lives; revive us every day from routine and mediocrity.

The resurrection of Jesus teaches us to find it worthwhile to live intensely and

overcome the barriers of disease and death itself. His spirit guarantees us that

we are not alone, that our life makes sense when we give ourselves, when we

deliver love, when we die to give life; but above all, when we rise every day to

make way for the joy of living for Christ and doing everything for love.

Congratulations! For April, we took in offerings slightly over budget:

$33,971 vs. $33,800. However, we have hardly made a dent in our four month

SHORTFALL, which is $10,220 as of April 30, 2015. Please prayerfully consider

your response to this need. Even though many of us have returned north, we

need to remember Shepherd of the Glades in our monthly giving plans. Even a

little would go a long way in achieving the programs to which we feel the Holy

Spirit calling. There is Vacation Bible School coming up in July and a new

project for the Shepherd’s Table to be held on September 13th as part of the

churchwide “God’s Work, Our Hands” call to service. Thank you for your

participation in this community of faith.

STEWARDSHIP REPORT . . .

Synod Assembly, 2015 is right around the corner! We are pleased to have 15 members of the Global Team from ELCA Churchwide with us this year! We will have an array of talented and knowledgeable people for 3 keynotes during plenary sessions and for workshops on Thursday evening -- plus gifted musicians to lead us in singing and worship.

Our Keynoters include:

Accompaniment PresentationAccompaniment PresentationAccompaniment PresentationAccompaniment Presentation: Rev. Dr. Marjorie Lewis, President of the United Theological College of the West Indies in Kingston, Jamaica – one of our companions. She teaches Religious Education, Intro to Psychology, Pastoral Care and Christian Worship. Worldview: Bridges and BarriersWorldview: Bridges and BarriersWorldview: Bridges and BarriersWorldview: Bridges and Barriers: Rev. Sunitha Mortha, who was ordained through the Andhra Evangelical Lutheran Church in India and serves as Director for Mission Formation at the ELCA churchwide offices in Chicago. Landing AccompanimentLanding AccompanimentLanding AccompanimentLanding Accompaniment: Migration & Immigration:Migration & Immigration:Migration & Immigration:Migration & Immigration: Rev. Stephen Bouman, Executive Director for Congregational and Synodical Mission. He has most recently made trips to the border between Mexico and the United States and to El Salvador to encourage those working with the unaccompanied migrant children.

Workshop leaders include: Becoming a Multicultural ChurchBecoming a Multicultural ChurchBecoming a Multicultural ChurchBecoming a Multicultural Church – Judith Roberts serves as ELCA Program Director for Racial Justice. Lutheran Immigration and Refugee ServiceLutheran Immigration and Refugee ServiceLutheran Immigration and Refugee ServiceLutheran Immigration and Refugee Service -- Matt Herzberg is the Manager of Congregational Outreach for Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services. On the Move: Conversation on Faith and MigrationOn the Move: Conversation on Faith and MigrationOn the Move: Conversation on Faith and MigrationOn the Move: Conversation on Faith and Migration – Joseph Chu works as Associate Program Director, Lutheran Disaster Response. Global Relationships 201: Companions! Companions! Companions!Global Relationships 201: Companions! Companions! Companions!Global Relationships 201: Companions! Companions! Companions!Global Relationships 201: Companions! Companions! Companions! – Mary Campbell is a member of the Division for Global Mission staff with the Latin America desk working on companion synod relationships, education and advocacy. Music Music Music Music –––– A Language that Speaks VolumesA Language that Speaks VolumesA Language that Speaks VolumesA Language that Speaks Volumes – The Glocal Music Team Florida Coalition on ImmigrationFlorida Coalition on ImmigrationFlorida Coalition on ImmigrationFlorida Coalition on Immigration – Several Members of the Florida Immigrant Coalition, a statewide alliance of more than 50 member organizations, including farmworkers, students, service providers, grassroots organizations and legal advocates, who come together for the fair treatment of all people, including immigrants.

Musicians: • Kevin Anderson • Ryan Hostler • Brittany Betts • Jen DeLeon • Yukiyoshi Mineoi • Christian Stenslie • Kevin (KC) Frazier • Cherub Philip

ELCA Global Missions Staff: Sunitha Mortha and Dina Tannous

SYNOD ASSEMBLY COMING UP-JUNE 18-20 . . .

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ANNOUNCEMENT ALLEY . . . Office hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ONE Sunday worship service time at 9:30 a.m. starting May 3, 2015: English in the Sanctuary and Español in Hanson Hall.

A CALL FOR ACTIONA CALL FOR ACTIONA CALL FOR ACTIONA CALL FOR ACTION: : : :

Every week, Shepherd of the Glades collects and donates canned and boxed food to help persons in need at St. Matthew’s House, Grace Place, and Immokalee Friendship House. Suggested items are canned food of all kinds, powdered milk, peanut butter, jellies/jams, cereals, soups, rice, pasta, etc. Items need to be within code date and unopened. Just bring your donations to the church and give to the ushers or place at the altar each and every Sunday morning. All items are delivered the end of each month. We extend our thanks to all who faithfully give food items for our local need organizations. The last donations were just delivered to St. Matthew’s House.

The Hanson Hall Chancel furniture was formally dedicated on Sunday, May 24, 2015 with the entire congregation of SOTG together having communion in Hanson Hall. The Shepherd/Thrivent Action Team has given $2,016 for the construction of the

altar, pulpit, candle stand, and baptismal font to be used by the Hispanic ministry and Pastor Omar Vila. Special thanks to Jorge Pinedo for the excellent craftsmanship making these chancel furnishings possible. Jorge does carpentry on a contract basis, and can be contacted at 239-384-8790. The funds for this project came from our share of the Paul Todd Christmas Concert in December, 2014. The Shepherd/Thrivent Action Team (comprised of Rod & Marilyn Barikmo and Pastor Peter & Carol Lyberg) raises funds from the Christmas Concert for partial match from Thrivent and the Thrivent Choice Dollars program. Our prayers, encouragement and thoughts go to Pastor Omar and the Hispanic ministry as part of the Shepherd of the Glades sharing of the Gospel in word and deed.

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EN ESPAÑ0L WORSHIP SPACE DEDICATION . . .

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June 1 Kent Adams

June 1 Stephanie Eliason

June 1 Whitney Mann

June 2 June Pittman

June 5 Maureen Drum

June 6 Yanisleys Del Sol

June 9 Debra Addams

June 9 Jan Bishop

June 15 Erin Olson

June 16 Marilyn Malinowski

June 17 Paul Hashagen

June 18 Joe Novotny

June 20 Karen Ganzo-Soto

June 20 Jeff Woods

June 21 Gordon Skrede

June 22 Gail Buboltz

June 23 Josue Palacios

June 23 Susan Wynn

June 24 Tom Connell

June 24 Debra McWaters

June 25 John Burgbacher

June 27 Jeramy Buboltz

June 28 Richard Lofthouse

June 29 Tony Zeman

June 30 Tom Dunlop

July 1 Dee Lipe

July 2 Barbara Glaser

July 4 Kyleigh Fernandez

July 4 Nancy Larrabee

July 5 Bailey Tait

July 6 Heidi Dziubla

July 8 Ann Hashagen

July 8 Anna Wood

July 9 Roland Cumor, Sr.

July 10 Mike Boyd

NEWS IN THE SHEEPFOLD. . .

June 1 Ron & Sharon Eickhoff

June 2 Daniel & Carolyn Malinowski

June 4 David & Barbara Ettinger

June 5 Kent & Beverly Adams

June 13 Rev. Bob & Ginny Trendel

June 14 Alan & Shirley Rowold

June 16 Gary & Elaine Mart

June 17 Jim & Nan Brooks

June 17 Carl & Jean Zirk

June 21 Phil & Elizabeth Kalbaugh

June 24 Nick & Anita Lehr

June 25 Bill & Ginny MacDonald

June 26 David & Christine Willits

June 27 Bill & Sheila Strenkert

June 28 Leo & Marilyn Malinowski

If we have missed your birthday or anniversary, please call the office so we can update our information and not miss you next time! YOU are special to us!

HAPPY JUNE/JULY BIRTHDAYS TO . . .

JUNE/JULY ANNIVERSARIES . . .

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO:

July 10 Vicki Ramirez

July 12 Vera Stegmaier

July 13 Linda Dean

July 14 Bruce Erickson

July 17 Jim Lee

July 18 Chuck Keller

July 20 Holden Bernabei

July 20 Lisa Douglass

July 21 Emma Woods

July 22 Karen Puerner

July 23 Paula Sieber

July 25 Bruce Kobs

July 25 Pat Spanitz

July 25 Steve Taylor

July 26 William Douglass

July 26 Chris Quinton

July 27 David Ettinger

July 29 Patricia Hatwell

July 29 Joanne Hogan

July 29 Jeanne Jones

July 29 Anthony Siciliano, Sr.

July 30 Foster Darby

June 28 James & Kathryn Winters

June 29 Michael & Karen Cox

June 29 Harlan & Kristin Slack

July 6 Virgil & Shirley Herrick

July 10 Erwin & Vera Stegmaier

July 12 Thomas & Beverley Cook

July 12 Frank & Janet Kren

July 18 Robert & Pam Koger

July 24 Bruce & Judy Kobs

July 26 David & Patricia Hatwell

July 29 Rev. Peter & Carol Lyberg

July 30 Paul & Beverly Smith

July 31 Jim & Marcella Montgomery

July 31 Steve & Pam Taylor

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CARING CONNECTIONS . . .

REMEMBER THOSE IN SERVICE TO THEIR COUNTRY . . .

Billie Adams Deb Fennessy Lisa Mesana

Tom Archard Luke Freeze Mark Nessen

Lee Arendt Elaine Gieschen Sixto Vila Núñez

Lynn Arbeiter & Family Sue Haberkorn Family & friends of Kevin O’Berry

“Arthur” Shane Hackethal Katrina Oceant

Kristina Barclay Peggy Haden Jacqueline Orr

Vincent Bebb Pat Hall Warren Osborn & family

Pam Bedrossian Family of Harley Hilger June Pittman

“Billy” Family of Ken Hoge Pastor Saeed Rabadini

Rev. David Birnbaum Donald Holmes Connor Ruisz

“Bobby” “Jerry, Nick, and Allie” Lourdes & Luis Sanchez

Family of Connie Adams-Boemer John Kaneski Max Schoolmaster

Mary Curtis Braun “Katarina” Larry Segerlind

Betty Brisky Rose Maki Murdo Smih

Jean Byassee Leo Malinowski Ryan Smith

Ada Carmona Mary & Drew Terry Smith

Mia Cervoni Family of Dee Mann Phil Snoberger

Chrissie & Joshua Berniece Kratz Michelle Spiegel & family

A.B. Crass Al Lane Vera Stegmaier

Roland & Pat Cumor Carrie Linstrom Pastor Summer

Family of Norman Dery Richard “Doc” Lofthouse Linda Tidmore

Carol Dieterichs Matthew Marderosian Family of Harriet Viohl

Larry Dube “Matthew” Norma Westerfeld

Susan Evans Viva McVicker

PRAYER LIST Please keep the following people in your thoughts and prayers:

Please let us know when someone should be added or removed from the Prayer List.

Dear Dr. Wahlberg & Congregation, Thank you for keeping me on the SOTG prayer list. I need all the prayers I can get, so I am very appreciative. At this time I’m still on chemo, but my cancer numbers continue to rise. I have not been to church once this season as my immunity does not allow me to be in close contact with others. In Christ, Carol Dieterichs

Lt. Col. Paula Behrens Staff Sergeant Adam Crown Master Sergeant, Christopher Farnsworth Airman Corey Malinowski Enlisted Army, Kendra Schwenneker

THANKS FOR THE PRAYERS . . .

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LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE . . .

This year VBS will be July 6 - 10th,

from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Pastor Omar is

organizing VBS this year. So far, the

VBS team is composed of Megan

Cianflone, Yany Del Sol, Nadine

Kelly, Joe Novotny, and Diego

Pastor, in addition to Pastor Omar.

Group Publishing’s “Everest” is

providing the framework for this

year’s program. This is a program

for kids and adults. After supper,

while kids are enjoying and learning

from the Bible, adults will have the opportunity to have their own program with

Pastor Doug. At the end of the evening, kids and adults will gather together. If

you would like to be involved, please contact Pastor Omar at 239-537-6090.

Stay tuned for registration details.

A young boy had just gotten his driving permit. He asked his father who was a

minister, if they could discuss the use of the car. His father took him to his

study and said to him, "I'll make a deal with you. You bring your grades up,

study your Bible a little and get your hair cut and we'll talk about it." After about

a month the boy came back and again asked his father if they could discuss

use of the car. They again went to the father's study where his father said,

"Son, I've been real proud of you. You have brought your grades up, you've

studied your Bible diligently, but you didn't get your hair cut." The young man

waited a moment and replied, "You know Dad, I've been thinking about that.

You know, Samson had long hair, Moses had long hair, Noah had long hair, and

even Jesus had long hair!", to which his father replied, "Yes, you're right, and

they also WALKED everywhere they went!"

GET READY FOR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL . . .

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2015 MINNESTOTA REUNION

If you’re in the Minnesota vicinity, you are cordially invited to renew fellowship

with folks from SOTG! By August you will be missing us, so pencil in on your

calendar: Monday, August 3, 2015 - Annual Minnesota Reunion at Gabe’s By

The Park at 1:00 p.m. Gabe’s is at 991 Lexington Parkway N., St. Paul, MN

55108. (Phone-651-646-3066) Please RSVP by July 27, 2015 to Judy and

Bruce Kobs at 612-207-7209 or [email protected]

LUNCH BUNCH

The Lunch Bunch will resume every Sunday after church at the Royal Palm

Country Club. Please sign in on the list in the courtyard BEFORE the worship

service so we can call ahead for seating.

BROADWAY PALM DINNER THEATER

Tickets are available for our church to attend “Church Basement Ladies”

matinee on Thursday, July 2. The buffet seating begins at 11:45 a.m., and the

show starts at 1:15 p.m. Tickets are $47 per person. Sign up in the courtyard

on Sunday morning or call Carol Lyberg at 774-5822.

“There is no tranquilizer in the world more effective than a few kind words.”

“Life’s heaviest burden is not having anything to carry.”

“When you flee temptation, be sure you don’t leave a forwarding address.”

“Life is 10 percent what happens to us and 90 percent how we respond.”

“Many things are opened by mistake, but none so frequently as the mouth.”

“Just because you are moving swiftly, it doesn’t mean you are going anywhere.”

“Every individual has a place to fill in the world and is important in some respect whether he chooses to be so or not.” Nathaniel Hawthorne

AH, SWEET FELLOWSHIP . . .

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CALENDAR NOTES: June 18-20, 2015, Synod Assembly in Orlando, FL Sunday, July 5, 2015, Patriotic Worship Celebration Monday thru Friday, July 6-10, 2015, 6:00-8:00 p.m. Vacation Bible School Friday, July 17, 2015, August Newsletter Deadline Sunday, July 19, 2015, New Member Sunday

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Naples, FL 34113 (239) 775.0696 FAX: (239) 793.2465

Web Page: http:www.sotgweb.org Email: [email protected]

Sunday Worship Service: 9:30 a.m. Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Rev. Dr. Douglas Wahlberg, Senior Pastor [cell phone: (239) 687.6580] Rev. S. Omar Vila, Associate Pastor [cell phone: (239) 537.6090] Megan Cianflone, Director of Music Don Bassett, Council President Lynn Dickerman, Administrative Assistant to the Pastor Rev. H. Peter Lyberg, Pastor Emeritus

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