REFORMATION LUTHERAN CHURCH
Beginning April 15, 2010
SPRING CHURCH SCHEDULE:
Sunday: 9:15 a.m. – Holy Communion Service and Sunday Church School
Sunday: 10:45 a.m. – Bible Study
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Service
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. – Eucharist; this 10-minute Holy Communion Service with a short meditation is open to those who wish to receive Holy Communion mid-week. On the 1st Wednesday of the month there will be an opportunity for anointing after Eucharist.
Wednesday: 8:00 p.m. –Vespers Service
Saturday: 5:00 p.m. – Holy Communion Service
WORSHIP FOR THIS WEEK – Third Sunday of Easter
Saturday, April 17: 5:00 p.m. – Holy Communion Service
Sunday, April 18: 9:15 a.m. – Holy Communion Service and Sunday Church School
Sunday, April 18: 10:30 a.m. – Bible Study
Sunday, April 18: 11:00 a.m. – Holy Communion Service
Wednesday, April 21: 10 a.m. – Eucharist; 8:00 p.m. Vespers Service
Holy Communion: We welcome all baptized Christians who believe in the presence of Christ in the sacrament and have received First Holy Communion in their tradition to our table, as directed by the ushers. We invite those worshippers who would prefer not to receive communion to our altar for a blessing.
CONGREGATION IS INVITED TO DISCUSSION OF SURVEY RESULTS
The results of the congregational survey are in! Please join the Call Committee for an evening of fellowship and discussion as we share with everyone the results from our recent survey. We will be meeting on Monday, May 3 from 7:30-9:00PM in the Great Room. All are welcome!
STEWARDSHIP BIBLE VERSE FOR April:
Psalm 118:24
“This is the day that the LORD has made;
let us rejoice and be glad in it
ALTAR GUILD
The 2010 Flower and Bulletin Sponsor Calendar is up on the wall outside the choir room. There are still lots of open dates! Flower and Bulletin Sponsorship is a way of honoring and/or remembering a loved one throughout the year. The cost remains the same at $20.00 for either the bulletin or the flower sponsorship. If paying by check for flowers, bulletin sponsorship, or any other special item, please make checks payable to Reformation Lutheran Church and please don’t forget your envelope number. Thank you
PRAYER REQUESTS
Betty Bisti, Lesley Bommer, Jack Brandle, Lottie Brown, Tony Cerra, Norma Cook, Melissa DaLonzo, Robert Diederich Sr., Bob Gasperini, Renato Gasperini, Edward Golej, Sheldon Goodman, Erik Gutleber, Dick Hallliday, Hal Hamrick, Walter Heer, Robert Hutting, Ann Jamison, Trish Jamison, Eleanor Kacala, Jean Kuleva, Lillian & Wayne Larsen, The Lynch Family, John Machemeiner, Toni Matson, Bill McBride, Richard Rivetz Gerry Robinson, Richie Sambucci, Jim Scheibner, Bob Schenck, Vivian Schiro, Doris Schlegel, Helen and Ray Smurro, Kaitlyn Sudowski, Matthew Vazano, Benjamin Walker
Prayer Chain
John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you.”
The Prayer Chain is composed of those who are committed to praying for personal emergencies of members and friends.
We welcome anyone to this ministry.
You may be included by calling the church office at 732-229-9180.
If you have an emergency prayer request, please call the church office.
Meditation for the Week
“Come and have breakfast.” John 21:12
Breakfast is said to be the most important meal of the day. We don’t always treat it as such, but many tell me it’s their favorite. Maybe it’s the maple syrup. J
Jesus’ third appearance to his disciples after Easter happened at breakfast time. He grilled fish and toasted bread.
The disciples were going about business as usual, while their risen Lord stood and cooked for them! It took them three tries before they recognized him, before they could believe he had risen.
Each morning at breakfast, before going about business as usual, spend time with your risen Lord. Recognize the love he has for you, the strength he wishes to give you for the day ahead.
Easter blessings,
Pastor Orling
PRAYER GROUPS
TUESDAY MORNING CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER GROUP
Modeled after our current Wednesday Morning Prayer Group, this group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 10-10:30 a.m. for prayer. Since there are many styles of prayer, the Tuesday group uses a different form of prayer, which is contemplative: quiet time in community. We begin with formal prayer and scripture, continue with silence and meditation, and conclude with the Lord’s Prayer and Benediction. The Eucharist is offered periodically. Prayer resources are available, including the psalms. The congregational prayer list is also available to pray for those in need. Everyone is invited to attend Tuesday prayers, which will work alongside of the Wednesday prayer group. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 732-229-9180.
WEDNESDAY MORNING PRAYER GROUP
Come and join the Wednesday Prayer Group. We continue to meet Wednesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. for a Eucharist service. Following the 10 minute Eucharist Service, we have our regular pray group meeting.
WEDNESDAY MORNING PRAYER GROUP PRAYER REQUESTS
Members and/or Friends of our congregation are encouraged to submit their prayer request for the Wednesday Prayer Group. Please write down your request on the slips provided on the table in the gathering area and place them in the Prayer Request box on the table next to the show case. All requests are kept confidential. If you wish a card to be sent, please provide the persons name and address on the prayer request slip. You may also call the church office with your request at 732-229-9180, email it to reformationwlb@verizon.net, or contact one of the Prayer Group members.
Prayer Request
If you would like to request a prayer be made on your behalf, please submit the information below.
Please keep this request private.
Please contact me to discuss further.
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Please email your request to: reformationwlb@verizon.net or Norma Beaty at nbeaty@dlbassociates.com
HELPING HANDS
“Helping Hands” is a group of mostly women who meet (usually) on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 9:00 a.m. to assist the church office in getting the monthly messenger ready for mailing. Many hands make for light work so if you have a spare ½-1 hour on the 4th Wednesday of the month, please call the church office to volunteer. Our next “Helping Hands” will be on April 28th.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS WALK-A-THON
Bob Yamello is participating in the MS Walk-a-Thon this Sunday, April 18th. Anyone who would like to sponsor Bob can do so by writing a check payable to the National MS Society in any amount. Either mail the check directly to Bob at 11 Community Dr., West Long Branch, NJ 07764 or leave it in his church mailbox. Thank you for your support!
Attention, College Students: Application Materials for 2010-2011 Wurffel Fund College Scholarship Loan/Grants are now available on the Synod website – www.njsynod.org. Click on the Congregation Resources button on the lower right. OR you can pick up a copy of the application in the church office
CALLING ALL YOUTH
All youth are invited to design canvas bags for the children in Bosnia this Sunday, April 11th, following the 9:15 service in the great room. The bags will be filled with gifts and delivered to the children during the NJ Synod’s Bosnia servant trip in the summer.
SUNDAY SCHOOL NEWS
“Bible Dramatization Day” is this Sunday, April 18th. Our Sunday School Students will be participating in the Three Faiths Event at Monmouth University on Sunday, May 23rd by creating a square for a quilt that will be displayed that day. Youth throughout Monmouth County have been invited to depict art in the theme “Charity & Giving”. Our Sunday School Students created their squares and they been mailed to the Three Faiths Event coordinators! Please plan to attend the Three Faiths Event and see the finished project.
MINISTRY MINUTES
This year we began featuring the many ministries of Reformation’s congregation with a brief presentation during worship and a descriptive bulletin insert each Sunday. Look for the continuation of the ministry minutes next week!
FOOD PANTRY
For several months now we have been able to get most of what we need from the food bank. Unfortunately, we are now running out of canned vegetables especially corn and green beans and we also need jelly. If you are out shopping, please think of the food pantry and pick up an item or two. Thank you
COMMUNITY CLOTHES CLOSET
The Community Clothes Closet (CCC) has clothes, shoes, and accessories for all ages, male and female. We are open the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., and are located in the Sunday school wing up the stairs on the second floor alcove. We always need donations, especially children’s clothes, with a special request for blankets in these winter months. Please leave them at the door of the CCC or bring them during our open hours. Anyone who wants to volunteer to sort clothes during the week or work during our Saturday hours, please contact Sue Homza (susanhomza1@verizon.net) or Barb Miller at (barbmiller_slp@yahoo.com).
OPENING THE BOOK OF FAITH
The Opening the Book of Faith bible study will NOT be meeting in March. The next meetings will be on April 24th.
So, if you think you’d like to join up and share the conversation around the Bible, just let me, Pastor Tupy, know by sending me an email at rtupy@comcast.net, calling the church office at 732-229-9180, or sending the church an email at reformationwlb@verizon.net.
MARCH OF DIMES: WALK A THON APRIL 25TH
The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality.
On April 25th, Les and Darlene Cadigan will be walking in the March of Dimes walk for premature babies in Ocean Grove. This organization has helped countless babies and their families succeed in overcoming the obstacles one encounters when a baby is born prematurely. Please help the march of dimes by sponsoring them on their walk.
After their grandson, Kyle, was born prematurely, they and Kyle’s parents felt compelled to get involved in the March of Dimes
To learn more about March for Babies, visit the Web site at: www.marchforbabies.org.
If you would like to see what March for Babies is and why we are walking, type the following into your URL address box : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5P_dFD0J47I
To make your donation. Our team is called "Caddies' 4 Kyle". This page will also give you the info on time and place. You may also sign up to walk. If you do, find our team (Caddies’ 4 Kyle) and sign up there.
Type the following into your URL address box: http://www.marchforbabies.org/darlenecadigan
Note from Tim Cadigan..
Our son, Kyle, was born premature so Jill and I felt compelled to do something to support babies and families in similar situations. The March for Dimes is at the forefront of research to give premature babies like Kyle the best opportunity to grow and thrive. We have already begun reflecting on the past three months and thinking I can't believe he was that small! We are so grateful for all of the support and love both, we, and more importantly he, has received from our friends and family. If you would like to participate please join us for a nice walk at the "Jersey Shore", if you are unable to participate and instead would be willing or able to offer a small donation it will go to a great cause.
Your gift will fund March of Dimes research and programs that help moms have full-term pregnancies and babies begin healthy lives. And it will be used to bring comfort and information to families with a baby in newborn intensive care.
Please support this important work. You can make a donation with your credit card, or if you prefer, cash or a check is fine, too.
Thank you for helping give all babies a healthy start!
Love,
Tim, Jill and Kyle Cadigan
To make a donation, visit my personal Web page at: http://www.marchforbabies.org/timothyjcadigan
ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA
Has someone you love been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia? Are you feeling lost and unsure of where to go for help? Check out www.BettysLove.org - The website was started by Maureen Gavan after her mother, Betty, died of Alzheimer’s. She formed Betty’s Love, an organization to offer advocacy and support for Alzheimer’s patients and caregivers in LaGrange, Illinois. Maureen’s website offers a wealth of information and guidance for both the Alzheimer patient and the caregiver’s. We also have available in the church office copies of the winter/spring 2010 New Lifestyles – The source for Seniors – a guide to senior housing and care.
Monmouth Medical Center announces the launch of THE MEMORY INSTITUTE. Patients who show signs of dementia can now be evaluated at the new Memory Institute at Monmouth Medical Center’s Greenwall Geriatric Health Center. The institute’s multidisciplinary team includes two fellowship-trained geriatricians, a registered nurse and a social worker, and consultations are available with a neurologist and psychiatrist when appropriate. The team specializes in screening, diagnosis, treatment and support for patients by applying professional resources, cutting-edge therapies and caregiver assistance.
CROSSROADS SUMMER CAMP 2010
Crossroads is a welcoming ministry of the Episcopal Dioceses of Newark and the NJ Synod of the ELCA located in Port Murray NJ. They offer exciting summer camp opportunities for children of all ages. Please see the color brochures in the gathering area or visit their website for more information at www.crossroadsretreat.com - An opportunity to visit the camp and get a taste of what it’s all about is to attend their Annual Volunteer Day on May 22 from 10-4 for a fun day of community-building and service
LUTHERAN MEN IN MISSION GOLF OUTING
EVERYONE is invited to join us at our Third Annual Golf Outing! It will be held at either Pebble Creek in Colts Neck or at Old Orchard in West Long Branch on Saturday June 12th. There will be a barbecue including beverages at Craig Munson’s house following the outing. Greens fees and cart will probably be around $60.00 depending on where we play. The barbecue and beverages will be provided by the Lutheran Men in Mission. There is a sign u sheet on the Kiosk in the gathering area. Further details will be provided as soon as we decide which golf course we will be playing. For more information, please contact Craig Munson at 732-918-2058 or Curt Aussicker at 732-222-7376
ADVOCACY
The Synod Immigration Task Force will meet on April 21 at 12:30 at the Synod office to firm up plans for the Rally to support immigration reform on May 22. Elaine Tupy plans to drive. If you’d like to go, please let Elaine know and you can meet in the church parking lot at 11:15 a.m.
JOURNEY TO JUSTICE
Working for a just and humane immigration policy The Immigration Task Force of the NJ Synod invites you for a day of information, advocacy, demonstration, and worship on Saturday, May 22nd at St. Stephan Grace Community Lutheran Church, 7 Wilson Ave., Newark, NJ 07105. Activities begin at 10:30 a.m. – You are welcome to join us for any or all of the day’s activities. Please RSVP by May 17th. Please wear red – the color of Pentecost! To register or for more information, contact the Lutheran Office of Governmental Ministry bdavidson@njsynod.org or 609-396-4071
BROWN BAG LUNCHES
Thank you to everyone who helps supply food for our “Brown Bag Lunches”. The 2nd Wednesday of every month we make 65 brown bag lunches for the hungry and distribute them at Second Baptist Church on Liberty Street in Long Branch. The lunches consist of a homemade sandwich, fruit, homemade cookies or brownies and a beverage. Two teams make the 65 sandwiches for now. The next date for us is: May 12. If you would like to help with donations of desserts or fruit please call: Norma Beaty at 741-2833 or Lynn Olsen at 544-1478
CAP TEAM: The CAP Team is ready to serve you! Do you or a family member have an addiction? Is it disrupting your life and your family? The CAP team can help. “CAP” means “Congregational Assistance Program” and is a substance abuse education, referral and resource ministry within our congregation. Please know all inquiries are completely confidential. Team members are: Angela Brathovde, Kailey Brathovde, Carol Wright and Paul Wright.
~ REMINDER ~
If paying by check (e.g. flowers, special charities, flood victims, etc.) ALL checks are to be made payable to: Reformation Lutheran Church. Don't forget your to include your envelope number as well.
Thank you for your support!
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
BENEFIT CHORAL CONCERT FOR INTERFAITH NEIGHBORS: April 25th at 3 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 503 Asbury Ave, Asbury Park, NJ - Interfaith neighbors makes a difference in the lives of the working poor, the elderly, shut-ins, disadvantaged youth and neighborhoods in need of revitalization in Monmouth County. The concert will feature sacred, secular, inspirational, and broadway music. Free will donations will be accepted. Choir members are needed and if you would like to join, please contact Richard Start at 732-500-1392. See the flyer on the kiosk for full details.
GREENPOINTS FROM FOODTOWN: Foodtown is eliminating greenpoints and you may redeem online for up to 2 years. Please see the flyer on the kiosk with more information.
CENTRAL JERSEY FILM PREMIERE: The Holocaust, Genocide & Human Rights Education Center at Brookdale Community College presents “The Annual Armenian Genocide Remembrance Program on Thursday, April 22 at 7 p.m.. Please see the flyer on the kiosk for full details.
SPAGHETTI FOR THE SOUL: An invitation to a one-day women’s conference at the First Presbyterian Church, Rt. 34 Matawan scheduled for Saturday, October 2, 2010 9am-4pm. The flyer and letter with all the information is on the kiosk
WEST LONG BRANCH COMMUNITY CENTER: There will be a PASTA DINNER at the WLB Community Center on Wednesday, April 21st at 6:00 p.m. – cost is 7:50
PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Give mom the morning off and come support the WLB Fire Department on May 2 from 8:30-12:30 at Firehouse #1, 379 Monmouth Rd (right behind the BP Gas Station) Adults: $7; Seniors $6; Kids 5-12 $4; Kids under 5 free – includes pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee – ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKES!
AXELROD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER: Jerusalem Forever! Sunday May 2nd at 3 p.m. This riveting dance troupe from Israel comes to us directly from their engagement in Las Vegas. Jerusalem Forever is a thrilling stage show with sensational dancers, lighting and music! The ensemble has reached unprecedented success in Israel and abroad. $30 adults; $25 seniors; $10 students; $72 family package for 5 seats; Also plan to visit the Art Gallery in the lobby open from 2-3 p.m. For Tickets Call the Axelrod Performing Arts Center Box Office: 732.531.9100 X 142
Axelrod Performing Arts Center, 100 Grant Avenue, Deal Park, NJ 07723
THE MONMOUTH CIVIC CHORUS PRESENTS: AMERICAN FOLK – A portrait of America in music , theater, and history on Saturday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday May 2 at 4:00 p.m. at the Middletwon Arts Center, 36 Church Street, Middletown, NJ - call 732-933-9333 for reservations or visit their website at www.monmouthcivicchorus.org
Look what's happening around the synod!
April 11, 2010, 4PM: Haiti relief musical event. Held at Martin Luther Chapel in Pennsauken (LC/MS). More information coming soon.
4th annual REST, REFRESHMENT and RENEWAL: A RETREAT for WOMEN, to be held April 24, 2010, at The Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. This year's theme is "Creation and Creativity" and the day will allow participants to explore the meaning of creation and creativity in their lives. The seminary is located at 7301 Germantown Avenue. The event is open to all women.
Participants will join in gatherings on a number of subjects, have holy time to rest, pray or walk the seminary labyrinth, and be able to join in fellowship with other participants. More information, including a schedule for the day and registration, can be found online: www.Ltsp.edu/restrefresh.
June 19, 2010: Diakonia Graduation at Grace Lutheran Church, River Edge NJ
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Thank you.
Debbie Keszler, Office Administrator
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A gentle reminder, please remember Debbie is not at work on Sunday mornings. There is a black notebook on her desk; please feel free to leave her any notes, questions, or jobs to do, and she promises to check it first thing Monday morning!