Concordia Lutheran School
2300 Wilshire Road
Springfield, Illinois 62703
January 2008 Concordia Cares
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pastor Hennig Message
Mrs. Smith - 3rd & 4th Grade News
January Calendar
Scripture Lessons
Acolyte Schedule
Organist Schedule
Altar Guild/Elder Schedule
Usher Schedule
Parish News
Lutheran High School News
Lutheran Community News
Birthdays/Anniversaries
The following is a listing of the scripture lessons for the Worship Services
for the month of January. This list is provided so that you may have the opportunity to
reflect on the scripture passages in preparation for the Worship Services.
EPIPHANY
January 6, 2008
Isaiah 60:1-6 Psalm 72:1–1
Ephesians 3:1-12 Matthew 2:1-12
THE BAPTISM OF OUR LORD
January 13, 2008
Isaiah 42:1-9 Psalm 29
Romans 6:1-11 Matthew 3:13-17
SECOND SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY
January 20, 2008
Isaiah 49:1-7 Psalm 40:1–11
1 Corinthians 1:1-9 John 1:29-42a
THIRD SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY
January 27, 2008
Isaiah 9:1-4 Psalm 27:1–9
1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Matthew 4:12-25
ACOLYTE SCHEDULE – January 2008
Jan. 5th Angela G. Jan 6th Colin J.
Jan. 12th Aaron B. Jan. 13th Taylor R.
Jan. 19th ???? Jan. 20th Tyler B.
Jan. 26th ???? Jan. 27th Nick
S.
ORGANISTS
Jan. 5th Amy R. Jan 6th Amy R.
Jan. 12th Sally C. Jan. 13th Lisa K.
Jan. 19th Amy R. Jan. 20th Amy R.
Jan. 26th Sally C. Jan. 27th Sally C.
ALTAR GUILD/ELDER SCHEDULE
Jan. 6th Vicki J./Bob M.
Jan. 12th Jeannine M./Buddy N.
Dec. 20th Mary S./Dan H.
Dec. 26th Betty T./Mike B.
USHER SCHEDULE
Jan. 5th Vic M. Jan.
6th Bob M.
Jan. 12th Buddy N. Jan. 13th Dan H.
Jan. 19th Vic M. Jan. 20th Bob C.
Jan. 26th Mike B. Jan. 27th David B.
PARISH NEWS
EXPANDED HORIZON
Lord, guide me to be an expanded Christian… a believer who uses my God-given abilities and material resources for work here in my church and also throughout the world.
THANK YOU! – It is a blessing to be a part of the Concordia family. We thank you for your support and for the many Christmas greetings & gifts. We pray each of you had a Blessed Christmas and that you will have a Christ-filled New Year!
"Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling & to present you blameless before the presence of His glory with great joy, to the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority, before all time and now and forever! Amen." Pastor Jim, Denise & family
DAILY PRAYER
FOR INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIESPlease find enclosed in our monthly "Cares" a laminated tri-fold entitled "Daily Prayer for Individuals and Families". This folder is being provided to all families of Concordia to help encourage our daily prayer and devotional life. The inside front cover gives a brief explanation as to how to use this resource. Also included is a suggested pattern of daily and weekly prayer that offers specific topics or individuals to pray for on each day of the week. This could also include the use of "Portals of Prayer" or another devotional book.
There is no better gift given than that which God has given us in His Son. There is no better encouragement for daily being in God’s Word than the blessings God provides through His Word. There is no better life lived than one guided by God’s Holy Spirit- through His Word. As we daily pray for each other, study His Word, and grow in faith, we will indeed see how greatly blessed we are. God’s peace – now- and always.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
During the past year a great many things have been done by many members of our congregation to make the ministries of our church and school so effective and enjoyable. Many people have contributed sacrificially in money, time and service. Sometimes we remember to say thank you, other times efforts seem to go unnoticed. Yet God sees all, and bestows blessings for everything done in His service. If we have failed to thank you for some gift, work, or kindness done, please receive our sincere thank you now as we look forward to our mission and ministry opportunities for 2008.
10 for 10 for 10
Hey! What’s up with that 10, 10, 10 thing?
Well I’m glad you asked. 10 for 10 for 10 is a commitment we are making to give 10% of our income for 10 weeks and attend Bible class for those same 10 weeks.
Well that’s interesting but where did
the 10 come from?Again I am glad you asked. Throughout the Bible, especially in the Old Testament, God allowed, and at times demanded, the people give a tithe, 10% of all they owned and earned to the church. This was above and beyond their offerings given in church. Where as, yes in the New Testament it is not a requirement we are encouraged and given the Christian freedom to go beyond Old Testament Law as God has truly blessed us and given us more than we can return. The 10% is a guideline, a place to start considering all of the riches of God’s grace given to us.
So what about the 10 weeks
of Bible class?Again, I’m glad you asked. Stewardship starts with the heart. It is a response of faith to the goodness that God has given us. Through Bible study we grow in faith and we will see even more how and why we respond to God in all things. Without a Biblical focus and perspective our lives, our stewardship, is unclear and the only way to gain that proper focus—the focus God would have us see—is through the Holy Spirits guidance from Scripture.
Wow that sounds great. How do I get involved?
You are just full of great questions today, Thank you. That’s the easy part. Here at Concordia we have Bible classes offered on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 am., Thursday evenings at 7:00pm and on Sunday mornings at 9:00am. Just show up. Bring your Bible and let God lead and guide you as we look at God’s word together.
Well that sounds too good to be true
.I mean that sounds really easy.
True enough—all we need to do is live the faith God gives us—respond to the grace God gives us—realize that God is a good and gracious God—and see what He has done for us.Thanks I’ll be there.
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Discipleship Report for December 2007
Date / Worship / Gen. Fund Receipts
Dec. 2nd / 49 + 161 = 210 / $ 10,276.32
Dec. 9th / 43 + 71 = 114 / $ 8,673.75
Dec. 16th / 33
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LADIES AID—will hold their December meeting in the church basement at 1:00 pm on January 22nd. Please join us as we serve the Lord with gladness.
Concordia Youth News
The youth group enjoyed a noon meal at International Buffet on Dec. 9th and then shopped for Christmas presents for a local family. They enjoyed the afternoon and each youth took a present to wrap in their own decorated wrapping.
The youth also served the Advent supper on Dec. 12th. Thank you to all who donated & supported the youth in these events.
The youth group currently has Springfield Coupon Books for sale for $30. These are good through March 2009. Please see one of the high school youth or ask in the church office if you are interested in purchasing a book.
A MUSIC NOTE¯
"Christ the Savior is Born"! The strains of Christmas carols are now fading, but soon we enter the season of Epiphany, a time when we see Jesus as a light to the Gentiles and recognize God being manifested among the people. I would like to thank all those who participated with special music throughout the calendar year 2007. As we begin this New Year 2008, please consider how you might "Make a joyful noise unto the Lord!"
Denise Hennig
Choir Practice -- Adult Choir will meet on Wednesdays in January at 7 pm beginning on January 2nd.
All-DAY PRESCHOOL –has several openings for 3 & 4 year old children. If you know of a family whose child would like to be a part of our Christian fun and learning, please let us know and we will be happy to send them information about our program. If you would like more information or would like to arrange a visit to the Preschool classroom, p1ease call the church office at 529-3307.
SCHOOL NEWS
KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUP- will be held on Tuesday, January 29th. The Roundup will offer an opportunity to prospective Kindergarten students and their parents to meet the teacher and find out more about Concordia’s Kindergarten. Please help spread the word to any families who have a child who will be old enough to enter Kindergarten in fall 2008.
PTL NEWS – Join us for the January PTL Meeting at 5:45 pm on Monday January 7th.
- CHAPEL NEWS –
The January school Chapel offerings will go to Lutheran High School. We are blessed that our elementary students can continue their Christian Education at Lutheran High. The brunch, plays, musical performances, scholastic contests, and athletic events also create bonds in the Springfield area Lutherans. Donations are needed to help this important ministry. If you would like to make a gift you may put your gift in an envelope and mark it December Chapel Offering and send it to the church office or drop it in the offering plate.
CONGRATULATIONS! – Our Concordia Bible Bowl teams competed at Lutheran High School. Several area Lutheran Schools participated. A 1st place award was received by our Fifth grade team of Emily M., Michelle H., and Hanna W.. Also receiving a 1st place was the Sixth grade team of Kyle D., Michael H., Jordan B., and Josh H.. Seventh graders won 1st too, with Jared K., Dani N., and Deborah W. representing Concordia. Representing Concordia from the Eighth grade were Angela H., Blake W., and Olivia L.
ARTICLES SUBMITTED FOR PUBLICATION
The 2008 Flower Chart - is posted in the narthex. If you would like to reserve a date to put flowers on the altar please sign the flower chart. Ursula Bahlow arranges the delivery of the flowers from Enchanted Florist. Please note: Enchanted Florist has moved and is now located at 1049 W. Wabash. (ph. 529-7273) You will need to pay the florist by Tuesday prior to the Sunday for which you signed up to place the flowers on the altar. If you do not receive a call from Ursula by Wednesday of the week you have signed up for flowers or if you have any questions about the flower calendar please call Ursula B
.LISTED IN THE LUTHERAN HIGH LEDGER >>
November 8, 2007 Issue
GOOD DEEDS – The Good Deeds list is an attempt to identify those students who have been observed assisting other or the school. Students listed for Concordia: Bryan C. & Daniel F.
FIRST QUARTER HIGH HONOR ROLL
Quarter grade point average of 3.67 or higher
Jessica H.
FIRST QUARTER HONOR ROLL
Quarter grade point average of 3.01-3.66
Ashley H., Grace A., Karl L.,
Cody C., Daniel F. & Kasandra M.
LISTED IN THE "LEDGER"
November 29, 2007 Issue
GOOD DEEDS – The Good Deeds list is an attempt to identify those students who have been observed assisting other or the school. Students listed for Concordia:
Bryan C., Lewis A. & Cody C.
ACADEMIC SPOTLIGHT
For The week of November 12th – Stevie T. nominated for increased efforts in business Math. Also nominated were Amy R. & Jessica H.
LUTHERAN COMMUNITY NEWS
Part-Time Counseling Position at Lutheran High School- Lutheran High School is looking for a part-time (3-5 hours daily, M-F) ministry-minded school counselor, to work primarily with Freshman and Sophomore students. Hours are flexible. Interested parties should send resumes to Mr. Don Duensing, Lutheran High School, 3500 West Washington, Springfield, IL 62711, 546-6363 x 117.
- COMING EVENTS AT CAMP CILCA –
Men's Woodcutting Retreat at Camp CILCA
- February 1-3, 2008 --- 8 pm Friday – 2 pm Sunday - Get to know other Christian men like you from around the state. Pastor Rob Mrosko will lead the Bible Studies. A significant part of the retreat will be the service activity of cutting & trimming trees that were damaged in the recent ice storms. Go to www.cilca.org (or call 217-487-7497) for more details and to sign up.Scrapbooking Retreat for Women at Camp CILCA
- February 15-17, 2008 --- 7pm Friday - 2pm Sunday. Fellowship with other Christian women as you spend some dedicated time away to organize and preserve visual memories of your family and friends. Go to www.cilca.org (or call 217-487-7497) for more details and to sign up.
Jr High Retreat at Camp CILCA - April 4-5 - 7pm
Friday – 2pm Saturday. Join with other youth groups
High School Youth Retreat at Camp CILCA -
April 18-19 - 7pm Friday – 2pm Saturday. Join with other youth groups
for a time of fun, faith, and fellowship. Contact a youth leader or
go to
JANUARY BIRTHDAYS
JANUARY
BIRTHDAYS
01 Jody P.
02 Donald A., William C.
03 Jean H.
04 James C., Greg M.
05 Daniel H.
06 Jeannine M., Kyle N., Chris W.
09 Kyle H.
11 Cale N.
12 Robert M.
15 Buddy N.
16 Jennifer B.
17 Roland N.
20 Charlotte C., Donna L., Jacob W.
23 Allison K.
24 Kyle D.
26 Aaron B., Randi B.
28 Jay H.
29 Louise R.
JANUARY ANNIVERSARIES
06 Richard & Janet W.