The Gloria dei
Gazette
OCTOBER 2014
“Excited about God and
doing His work”
Pastor’s Pen ···············································Pages 2-3
Upcoming Events at Gloria Dei ··························· Page 3
Council Notes and Sanctuary Renovation ····· Pages 4-5, 9
Preparing for Worship ·································· Pages 6-7
Ministry Opportunities ······································· Page 8
Calendar ··············································· Pages 10-11
Outreach Opportunities ····························· Pages 12-13
Choir Practice and Bible Study ························· Page 14
Youth Sunday School ····································· Page 15
Upcoming Youth Events and Luther’s Seal ········· Page 16
Celebrations ················································· Page 17
Prayer List ··················································· Page 18
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Pastor’s Pen
Along with the cooling of fall temperatures comes the
cooling of our schedules. The children are back in school, Sunday
school classes have resumed in full, choir rehearsals are back on
the schedule and attendance is back to normal following our summer vacations. If we have been away, this is the time to “catch up”
our offerings and our volunteer commitments to church committees.
Have we made the necessary changes to our schedules that put
our priorities back in place? October seems to be the perfect time
to make this transition in our faith lives.
Our church leaders have been leading us with this transition
in a helpful way. The finance committee has in place a budget proposal for next year that has already been reviewed by church council. The budget will be in your hands in mid-month in a packet from
the stewardship committee. This packet will help us consider growing the congregation through careful planning to use our time and
talents for God’s Kingdom. Are there new ministries that you are
dreaming about or praying over that we could try at Gloria Dei?
What are they? What would you like to see us doing in the name of
Jesus Christ?
Our lessons in October will focus on the parables of Jesus.
The Kingdom of Heaven… will be talked about from many angles so
that we might get a better handle on God’s plan for daily life. God’s
wisdom is offered regarding: a vineyard, a wedding banquet, paying
taxes, and justification. The questions for us come around to issues
of priorities-do we truly desire God’s Kingdom to come? Are we
ready for his arrival in our hearts and this community? Is there any
work we have left undone, that needs our devoted attention?
Continued on next page
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As October comes to a close we find ourselves celebrating
the Festival of Reformation. Martin Luther offered up his list of 95
things that needed to change in the church. When and if these 95
statements or thesis were corrected, then the church would be
more in line with its governing documents. What resulted was the
split of God’s Kingdom and the formation of Protestant churches.
The church became reformed-changed forever to celebrate the justification that is ours via the sacrifice and death of the Savior. We
need to know that God’s kingdom includes us and by our Baptism,
we have that assurance. We want to know if we have been forgiven
of our shortcomings, through Holy Communion this promise is ours.
Jesus did not die on the cross to reform a church, he died to reform
his followers that we might be called and learn to see ourselves as
his Saints empowered to continue changing and forgiving the community one person at a time. Let us be busy with God’s work, in October! I look forward to seeing you in church.
Pastor John
Upcoming Events at Gloria Dei
Monday, October 6, the Stewardship Committee will meet at Christine Lent’s house
Sunday, October 12, The Rowan County Crop Walk at the City
Park beginning at 3 p.m. Registration will begin at 2 p.m.
Christian Education Committee will meet at the church at 7 p.m. on
Monday, October 20.
Saturday, December 13, Soup Meal at 5 p.m. followed by Christmas caroling to nursing home residents and shut-ins.
Sunday, December 14, Christmas Dinner at 5 p.m. Turkey will be
provided. Please bring a side dish to share. Children’s Christmas
play to follow in the sanctuary.
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Council Notes
The congregational council met Sunday, September
14, following the worship service. The devotions were led
by Dave Hibbard on forgiveness.. During the devotions,
prayer concerns were offered for the people of Africa during the Ebola virus outbreak, Doug and Judy Schenk,
Chris Rosario (Carrie Parker’s son) and Dick Lapham.
Members present were: Kathy Budny, Jim White, Dick
Lapham, Pastor John Tucker, Carrie Parker, David Sides,
Carla Mallinson, Christine Lentz, Dave Hibbard, Jan Roseman, and Peggy Mangold. Albert Watson and Judy
Schenk were absent. Jim Mallinson, chair of the Finance
Committee, was a guest.
Minutes from July and August—Minutes from the July
and August meetings were reviewed. July’s minutes were
passed as is and two amendments were added to the August’s minutes with Jim White making the motion and David Sides seconding the motion. The motions were
passed.
Treasurer’s Report: The treasurer’s report distributed and
reviewed. Motion to accept the report was made by David
Sides and Carla Mallinson seconded the motion. The motion was passed.
Pastor’s Report: Pastor Tucker distributed and presented
his report. Motion to accept his report was made by Dave
Hibbard and seconded by Kathy Budny. The motion
passed.
Committee Reports:
Christian Education—Plans are being made to go on a
whitewater rafting in October. This had been put on hold at
one time time.
.Evangelism—No Report.
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Finance— The Endowment Investment Fund has earned
$1,406.31 so far. The Finance Committee requests council
to delegate a committee to incorporate the vacant property
lot for church activities. This would classify the property
functioning as non-profit. Jim Mallinson presented two budget proposals for council to review. The Congregational
Council voted unanimously to present the second proposed
budget to the congregation to review on October 12. The
Stewardship will begin and go for eight weeks. The congregation will vote on the budget in December at the congregational meeting.
Property—No report and nothing new on the drains.
Social Ministry—The school supply drive went very well.
They are focusing on the food drive for Rowan Helping Ministries at this time. The Star Tree for One Church One Child
will be offered again this Christmas season.
Worship and Music—The council discussed the purchase
of choir robes. Jan made a motion to purchase the robes
and also add $1,000 to purchase new robes for acolytes.
Money to purchase all of the robes will be taken from memorial funds.
Old Business—No Old Business.
New Business: Pastor Tucker recommended a new
member for membership, Mr. Richard (Ricky) Betke. Mr.
Betke would like to transfer his membership from his former
church in Toledo, Ohio. He has some health issues and
would need assistance with transportation to and from
church activities. Motion to accept Mr. Betke into membersip
was made by Jim White and seconded by Dave Hibbard.
Pastor also mentioned another couple who is interested but
are still discussing their decision to join.
Council Notes continue on page 9
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Preparing for worship
October 5—17th Sunday after Pentecost
Holy Communion—World Communion Sunday
In today's gospel reading, Jesus tells a parable of the
vineyard, an image of Israel, the prophets' mission, and
Christ's death. For Christians, the vineyard also speaks of
God's love poured out in the blood of Christ, given to us for
the forgiveness of sin. Grafted onto Christ the vine at baptism,
we are nourished with wine and bread, that we may share
Christ's sufferings and know the power of his resurrection.
Readings: Isaiah 5:1-7
Psalm 80-7-15
Philippians 3:4b-14
Matthew 21:33-46
Hymns 729 The Church of Christ in Every Age
576 We All are One in Mission
550 On What Has Now Been Sown
October 12—18th Sunday after Pentecost
In Isaiah we are given a vision of the great feast to come,
when God will wipe away death forever. In Jesus' parable
about a great banquet, those invited do not come, so the
invitation is extended to others. In our liturgy God spreads a
table before us. Even amid anxiety and hardship we rejoice in
the peace of God that surpasses all understanding. With great
joy we feast at the table of the Lord, and we go forth to share
the wonderful invitation with others hungering and thirsting
for the abundant life of God.
Readings: Isaiah 25:6-9
Psalm 23
Philippians 4:1-9
Matthew 22:1-14
Hymns: To Be Announced
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October 19—19th Sunday after Pentecost
Holy Communion
When the Pharisees try to trap Jesus, he tells them to
give the emperor what belongs to him and to God what
belongs to God. To gather for worship reminds us that
our ultimate allegiance is to God rather than to any
earthly authority. Created in the image of God, we offer
our entire selves in the service of God and for the sake of
the world.
Readings: Isaiah 45:1-7
Psalms 96:1-9(10-13)
1Thessalonians 1:1-10 Matthew 22:15-22
Hymns: To be announced
October 26 —Reformation Sunday
Holy Communion
Today, we celebrate the heart of our faith, the gospel of
Jesus Christ , that we are free!
Readings: Jeremiah 31:31-34
Psalms 46
Romans 3:19-28
John 8:31-36
Readers for October
5 Mark Crossley
12 Albert Watson
19 Jan Roseman
26 Carla Mallinson
Altar Guild
Julia and Dave Hibbard
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Ministry opportunities
A Ton of Food is
our goal for 2014!
We are on our way to collecting a TON of food—literally. So
far we have donated 1,530 lbs. and collected 96 lbs in September alone. Let’s push on and not only reach our goal, but
able to put food on a lot of tables.
WELCA
WELCA will have a “Mad Hatter’s Tea Party” following
worship on Sunday, October 19 in the fellowship building.
Peggy Mangold and Juanita House will serve as our hostesses. Bring a dish to share for lunch and wear your favorite hat!
You will not want to miss this!
On Saturday, November 1, the Gloria Dei WELCA is
sponsoring a day trip to Charlotte to see two places of interest:
the Billy Graham Library and the nationally-recognized artwork
at Christ Lutheran Church. ALL church members are invited to
come. We will carpool, leaving from the back parking lot of
the church at 9:30 a.m. We will drive to Charlotte, tour the
Billy Graham Library and museum, and have lunch at the café
on site. Next, we will caravan to Christ Lutheran Church where
Pastor Scott Suskovic will give us a guided tour of the artwork
featured in the February issue of The Lutheran, representing
46 stories of the Old and New Testaments.
We should be back at the church by 4 p.m. There is no
charge at either place, so the only cost will be for lunch. We
have a number of folks willing to drive, so you are welcome to
ride along if you rather not drive yourself. Mark your calendar
now to attend!
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Pastor received a letter from the synod about a workshop on
building membership and growth within the church. The workshop will be on Saturday, October 18 from 9:30 a.m.—3:30
p.m. with lunch provided. Pastor would like for two other volunteers to attend with him. He needs to register by October
15 so the host can plan for lunch. Carla Mallinson announced that WELCA will start up this month.
The meeting adjourned with prayer. Next meeting will be
Sunday, October 12, following the worship service.
Sanctuary Renovation Update - We have collected $1,675.00 as of 9/26/14 to help flooring
and be more wheel chair accessible.
Ben Gregory has already begun work on making
space for the wheel chairs and hardwood floor
in the middle aisle.
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Outreach Opportunities
The last project of the year for Rowan One Church One
Child is the annual Star Tree. Each Star on the tree will
have a child’s name and their Christmas wishes. Be on
the look out in early November to pick-up a star.
This year the social ministry committee is planning to
adopt a family through Lutheran family services and provide them with gifts for Christmas. We will do a “Mission
Trip” on Sunday, December 21 after church to deliver our
gifts. More info about this will be forthcoming.
Crop Walk
Sunday,
October 12
The CROP WALK will be held on October 12, 2014, at City Park. Registration
begins at 2pm and the walk begins at
3pm. It is a 3.1 mile course around City
Park. If you are interested in walking or
pledging support for our youth participants, either monetarily or in canned
goods for Rowan Helping Ministries,
please see Brad Kluttz for more information.
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Grace Church’s Lutheran Men in Mission is
sponsoring a fish fry on Saturday, October 11 from 5 p.m.
—8 pm. They will also be serving hot dogs if you are not a
fish eater. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children.
The fish fry’s proceeds goes to a local person who is in
need. Thrivent Financial has supplemented the money
raised by Grace’s Lutheran Men in Mission.
This year, the fundraiser will help Mr. Ray Rivers, a
member of Grace’s congregation and a retired educator in
the Rowan and Cabarrus County School systems. He was
severely injured in an accident in June and has been at
WakeMed Rehabilitation Hospital since July for ongoing
medical care and rehabilitation. His degree of recovery is
unknown at this time.
Entertainment includes outdoor activities for children
and a local band performing. There will be drawing of prizes which have been donated by local businesses.
Grace Lutheran Church is located at 3020 Grace
Church Road in Salisbury. For more information, you can
contact the church at 704-857-8641.
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serving opportunity
The choir is practicing at 7:30 p.m. We invite you to assist us
in leading worship and learn new anthems to worship God.
Join us to make a joyful noise to
the Lord !
Learning Opportunity
JOIN US FOR WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY
as we study the Gospel of John. We invite you to bring a
sandwich for a time of fellowship at 6 p.m. in the fellowship
building and the study will begin at 6:30 p.m.
The Healing Service will be October 22 at 6:45 p.m. with
a potluck supper at 6 p.m. in the fellowship building.
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Youth Sunday School
October 5 – Today Jesus teaches us about the greed within our
hearts. People want control situations and people
and they want this so badly, that their personal
greed turned them against the Vinedresser’s son
who was a reference to Jesus’ own death. I pray that
we have all learned our lesson and can act in ways
of peace to care for those around us.
October12 – Weddings are time of great celebration. In today’s
parable, Jesus teaches us about the wedding banquet that God has prepared for us if we allow Jesus
to be our partner in life. If you and I do not let Jesus
into our hearts, God will offer this gift to the needy
around us who will say “YES” to God’s gifts. Let us
not miss this opportunity to become closer with God.
October 19 – Taxes are something that children do not have to
focus on just yet. That time will come, soon enough.
Jesus is helping the Pharisees to set priorities in
their lives. Jesus says that we should give the things
around us to their proper owner, or to someone who
will use them. What things that are around you could
you share with someone else? Jesus tells us that we
are to only give our hearts to God – no one else.
October 26 – Today is the FESTIVAL OF REFORMATION. Today Jesus teaches us about how we are set free
from the consequences of our sin. We could never
repay Jesus for all that hid did you us when He died
on the cross. His sacrifice set us free so that we do
not have to worry about sin. We are free to worry
about taking care of our neighbor and forgiving each
other as we have been forgiven. Happy Reformation
Sunday!
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Upcoming Youth Events
Youth Camp Out— Friday night, October 17 and Saturday
morning, October 18, at the Kluttz’s house. Time is to be
announced.
Friday, November 21 Youth Night Out—Dinner and a movie.
Saturday, December 13—Children’s Christmas program at
11 a.m. followed by a pizza luncheon.
Sunday, December 14—Christmas Dinner and the Christmas
play following.
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Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
1908 Statesville Blvd., Salisbury, NC 28144
Church Office 704-636-8354
[email protected]
The Rev. John Tucker
704-798-3102 (Cell)
Pastor
704-636-5299 (Home)
Tony Lippard
Charles Fulton
Albert Watson
Parish Secretary
Organist/Choir Director
Sexton
2014 Officers
Christine Lentz
Jan Roseman
Carrie Parker
Kathy Budny
Vice-Chair
Secretary
Financial Secretary
Treasurer
2014 Congregation Council
Kathy Budny
Christine Lentz
Carrie Parker
David Sides
Dave Hibbard
Carla Mallinson
Jan Roseman
Albert Watson
Dick Lapham
Peggy Mangold
Judy Schenk
Jim White
2014 Committee Chairmen
Yvonne Gullett
Christian Education
Bryan Lentz
Columbarium
Janice Lentz
Evangelism
Jim Mallinson
Finance
Albert Watson
Property
Marcia Smith
Social Ministry
Bryan Lentz
Stewardship
Julia Hibbard
Worship and Music
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Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
1908 Statesville Boulevard
Salisbury, NC 28144
Sundays:
9:45 a.m. Sunday School
11 a.m. Worship
Holy Communion is celebrated on
the first and third Sundays of
the month
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October 2014
SUN
MON
TUES
Newsletter deadline Oct. 26!
WED
THURS
FRI
SAT
1
1 p.m.. AA
6 p.m. Bring Your Own
Meal
6:30 p.m. Bible Study
7:30 p.m. Choir Practice
2
3
4
1 p.m. AA
7 p.m. Webelos
1 p.m. AA
6:15 p.m. Piedmont
Singles
1 p.m. AA
6
7
1 p.m. AA
1 p.m. AA
7 p.m. Cub Scouts 7 p.m. Cub Scouts
Stewardship Com- 7 p.m. NAMI
mittee meet at
Christine Lentz’s
house
8
1 p.m.. AA
6 p.m. Bring Your Own
Meal
6:30 p.m. Bible Study
7:30 p.m. Choir Practice
9
1 p.m. AA
7 p.m. Webelos
10
1 p.m. AA
6:15 p.m. Piedmont
Singles
11
1 p.m. AA
12
13
14
1
p.m.
AA
1 p.m. AA
Pentecost 18
7
p.m.
Cub
Scouts
7 p.m. Cub Scouts
9:45 a.m. SS
11 a.m. Worship
12:15 p.m. Council
Meeting
2:30-4:30 p.m. Girl
Scouts
3 p.m. Crop Walk
15
1 p.m.. AA
6 p.m. Bring Your Own
Meal
6:30 p.m. Bible Study
7:30 p.m. Choir Practice
16
1 p.m. AA
7 p.m. Webelos
17
1 p.m. AA
6:15 p.m. Piedmont
Singles
Youth Camp Out at
the Kluttz’s
18
1 p.m. AA
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Pentecost 19
9:45 a.m. SS
11 a.m. Holy Communion
12:15 p.m. WELCA
Mad Hatter’s Tea
2:30 p.m. Girl
Scouts
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21
1 p.m. AA
1 p.m. AA
7 p.m. Cub Scouts 7 p.m. Cub Scouts
7 p.m. Christian
7 p.m. NAMI
Education Committee
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1 p.m. AA
6 p.m. Potluck Supper
6:45 p.m. Healing
Service in Sanctuary
7:30 p.m. Choir Practice
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1 p.m. AA
7 p.m. Webelos
24
1 p.m. AA
6:15 p.m. Piedmont
Singles
25
1 p.m. AA
26 Reformation 27
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1
p.m.
AA
1 p.m. AA
Sunday
7
p.m.
Cub
Scouts
7 p.m. Cub Scouts
9:45 a.m. SS
11 a.m. Holy Communion
2:30 p.m. Girl
Scouts
10
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1 p.m.. AA
6 p.m. Bring Your Own
Meal
6:30 p.m. Bible Study
7:30 p.m. Choir Practice
30
1 p.m. AA
7 p.m. Webelos
31
1 p.m. AA
6:15 p.m. Piedmont
Singles
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Pentecost 17
9:45 a.m. SS
11 a.m. Holy Communion
2 p.m. Blessing of
the Animals
Happy Halloween
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