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Gloria Christi News
IN
THESE
LAST DAYS…
4 And Jesus answered and said to them: “Take heed that no one deceives you. 5 For many will come in My name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many. 6 And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not troubled; for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. 7 For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earth-quakes in various places. 8 All these are the beginning of sor-rows.9 “Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and kill you, and you will be hated by all nations for My name’s sake. 10 And then many will be offended, will betray one another, and will hate one another. 11 Then many false prophets will rise up and deceive many. 12 And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold. 13 But he who en-dures to the end shall be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come. Matthew 24:4-14
Dear fellow baptized pilgrims through the world in these end times,
In November we hear much of the end times or the last things, what the theologians call “eschatology.” What we need to remember is that this world will not go on forever. While it has been about 2,000 years since our Lord’s death and resurrection, He has said that He is coming quickly. Out of mercy our Lord holds off the last day, that more may repent and believe. Yet out of mercy He will not let it go on too long either. The church has her mission in this world “while it is day.” But the time of mission and repentance will come to an end.
Our Lord Jesus is clear that world history will not be a display of moral progress but rather, “as it was in the days of Noah, so it will be when the Son of Man comes again.” How was it in the days of Noah? Moses says, “Then the Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually.” That’s pretty bad.
Technology and such may “progress” but mankind will not. This is why God dispersed the people at the Tower of Babel. But still there may be those “elites” who want a technocracy of rule by experts and surveillance or a “new world order” that they consider “global governance” by international banks and such. But the LORD God is the Lord of history. Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega. Satan may be called a “prince” of this world but he is already defeated and his time is short. He will rage, deceive, enslave, and murder, but the kingdom ours remaineth.
Jesus has promised that the gates of hell will not prevail against His church. Christ’s church is to be found in this world wherever the gospel is purely preached and the holy sacraments are administered according to Christ’s institution. Yet this church is found under cross and suffering, not under worldly glory and popularity. Our call is to be faithful unto death, not to be “successful.” For we walk by faith, not by sight. In this we need to be like the wise virgins who keep their lamps full of oil and then some. This happens as we first of all are in the Divine Service regularly, paying close attention to our Lord’s words and receive our Lord’s body and blood. This also happens as we come and learn and grow in Bible study together so that we stay grounded in the unchanging faith that was once for all delivered to the saints. We are bold to confess the faith before the whole world and we seek to prepare for the storms and deceptions of the end times. We are always to “test the spirits” as we listen to the religious, spiritual, philosophical, and political speakers of our time, more so all the more “nice” they seem to us.
But our confidence and peace is in the One who was crucified and raised from the dead, Jesus Christ. He has won for us forgiveness of all our sins, and He will reveal what shall forever be on the Last Day in the resurrection of all flesh and the revealing of the new creation. Let us continue to gather together for the Divine Service and encourage one another in that all the more as we see the day approaching!
In Christ Jesus,
Pastor Frahm
Volume 12, Issue 11
October 16, 2012
Pastor’s Report: Youth Catechism classes are held every Sunday afternoon 1:30 - 3:00 PM. The Sunday morning Bible Study topic “The Divine Service: Its History and Theology” is now well under-way with good discussion. Pastor expressed his interested in attending the 2013 Symposia in Fort Wayne in January. He would also like to try and get our LWML society active again; watch for meeting time. Our elected delegates from Longs Peak Circuit to next year’s synod convention are Pastor Seth Clemmer (Estes Park) and Mr. Robert Kingsley. Pastor requested to increase his eligible housing allowance to a maximum of $35,000 per year. M/S/C
Preschool Director: Current enrollment is 22 total. Proceeds from the Spaghetti Dinner totaled $430. We have begun the Subway Coupon fundraiser. Pennie asked if we should add the same for Qdoba; decision was made to just do one at this time.
Financial Secretary: No Report
Treasurer’s Report: There will be a $225 correction shown in October (from one account to another) (See current balances on page 8.)
Elders: Rev. Allen Yount will join the Board of Elders. Meeting times will change to Friday mornings.
Trustees: No Report
Christian Education (PS/DC): Betty reviewed sever-al actions which have been put in place by the board to try and reverse the current financial crisis for the PS/DC. The current financial state is due primarily to low enrollment. The board intends to bring these matters directly to the Voters’ Assembly at the November meeting so that the congregation will be directly involved in decisions made regarding the future of the PS/DC.
Parish Education: Joy reported that the Sunday School Christmas Program will be held on Sunday, Dec. 16th at the 10:30 morning Service. Immediately following the service will be the annual Chili Lunch and Christmas Caroling to our shut-ins.
Evangelism No Report
Stewardship: Ron reported that all is in place for the Orphan Grain Train this coming Sunday and hosting the Fish Feed. OGT people will be arriving at 10:00 AM to begin set-up.
Youth: Jennifer reported that Janett Copeland will be joining the Board of Youth. A small group recently went to Fritzler’s Corn Maze for a fun outing. The board hopes to hold one more youth activity yet this year. Additionally, they intend to get the can shed emptied and cans recycled.
Parish Fellowship: Linda reported that plans are in place for the Nov. 10th Ladies’ Fall Brunch. The board will also provide beverages for the OGT Fish Feed on Sunday. Following the Thanksgiving Eve service there will be a pie social & coffee. The board will hold its November meeting on Nov. 6th at 6:30 PM. Financial report shows $660.09 in their checking account.
Finance: Galen reported that he will schedule a meeting for budget review. All boards must have a representative attend.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
50th Anniversary Committee: Joy reported that John 1:14, “The Glory of Christ shining forth” will be the theme for our 50th Anniversary next year. The com-mittee will present the congregation with a list of pos-sible improvement projects to adopt at the upcoming Voters’ Meeting. Next meeting will be on 10/24 and 11/7. Thrivent Bell Fund: No Report Personnel Committee - Tom reported that they have completed review of the Personnel Manual and will have copies available for the boards. The committee is also consolidating and relocating all personnel files.
2013 Council & Board Membership: The current slate still has some openings to fill.
NEW BUSINESS:
NEXT COUNCIL MEETING:
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 7:00 PM
November Voters’ Assembly Meeting: Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012 at 1:00 PM
Please make these changes in your church directory. Jaron & Lena Sorensen 422 Laurel Eaton, CO 80615
Valerie Taylor 2200 37th Street #68 Evans, CO 80620-2310 Phone Change: Bob & Renata Meusch (970) 515-7363
Church Council Highlights
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News from our Preschool/Daycare
Gloria Christi News
Dates to Remember . . . November 14th - Preschool Thanksgiving Lunch
November 21st - District 6 Schools closed; no
formal preschool class, Daycare OPEN
November 22nd - HOLIDAY, Preschool/Daycare
CLOSED
November 23rd - District 6 schools closed, no
formal preschool, Daycare open IF need is
established.
Chapel is on Thursday mornings at 9:15am.
Please join us.
November Chapel Themes: (Page numbers for stories refer to the beginning page
in the Story Bible.)
Nov. 1st:The Reformation & Martin Luther
(not in the story Bible.)
Nov. 8th: David Fights Goliath
1 Samuel 17 p. 182
Nov. 15th: Solomon Builds the Temple
1 Kings 5-6 p. 197
Nov. 21st: (Wednesday instead of Thursday)
About Thanksgiving (not in Bible)
Nov. 29th: Elijah and the Prophets of Baal
1 Kings 18 p. 221
Last Month We . . . . learned a lot about Moses. We were fascinated with
the baby in a basket! We were also very fortunate to
have a chance to see and learn about the pipe organ
many of us hadn’t ever heard played before; thank
you to Leah Hellerich for the impromptu demonstra-
tion! We learned and tasted a lot of apples to go with
the letter A, and we made a really cool rainbow in a
jar. We enjoyed lots of fall activities and a trip to
Tigges Pumpkin Patch.
This month we will . . . learn our letters B, O, and F. We will study taking
turns, types of transportation, and safety. We will
focus on being thankful.
FUNDRAISERS . . .
SPAGHETTI SUPPER - Thank you so much to all
who donated food items and to all who joined us for a
wonderful evening. The will offering brought in
$430.00, which is greatly appreciated! We again
thank Emil and Pearl for the night of amazing music!
SUBWAY COUPON CARDS - We have been sell-
ing Subway coupon cards to assist in the shortfall of
income. The cards sell for $10.00 each, and our profit
is 90%. Each set of coupons has a possible value of up
to $54.00! If you would like to take orders for these
cards, just let Pennie know how many you sell. We will
keep you posted on the results.
Thank you . . . The preschool and daycare want to express our sin-
cere thanks to all of Gloria Christi for your support.
As we struggle with enrollment and finances these
last few months we really appreciate the active in-
volvement of Church President Tom, the Church Coun-
cil, and the Board of Education. We are actively
working together and implementing as many cost-
saving methods as possible. We ask for your contin-
ued support, assistance, and mostly prayer for
increased enrollment.
Betty has printed bundles of preschool/daycare bro-
chures for distribution. Please stop by, and take a
few to distribute. They can be taken to your work
place and given to employees and/or customers, may-
be leave a few with your doctor’s office or grocery
store. Any help getting the word out there is greatly
appreciated!
K.I.D.S (Kids into Discipleship & Stewardship) -
This is an oldie but goodie -- it’s LCEF’s (Lutheran
Church Extension Fund) investment program for chil-
dren. Kids or their parents may buy stamps to fill a
stamp book, and when full, each book is worth $25.00.
It is then sent in as an investment fund for the child.
Stamps and books will be available at the SCRIP table
on Sunday mornings or in Pennie’s office. We also
have more information on LCEF if you are interested.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Just 8 more weeks until we celebrate Christ’s
Birthday. Come to the Christian Resource Center
Sunday, November 11th, and begin your Christmas
shopping and decorating. We will have many Christmas
gift items, jewelry, plaques, key chains, table
linens, etc, as well as a good
variety of boxed and individual
Christmas cards, gift bags, tree
decorations and home décor
items.
There will also be seasonal Autumn
and Thanksgiving items for
sale. Advent wreaths and advent
candles will be available for your
family devotions. (The Advent
Season will begin on Sunday, December 2nd.)
Don’t forget to check out the different translations
of Bibles, Bible covers, devotional books, children’s
books and other Christian reading materials. The
Concordia Children’s Story Bible is especially a must-
see, and we have a special introductory price. Books
always make a wonderful gift!
As always we would be glad to talk to you about
any special orders you may need. Thank you for your
continued support of the Christian Resource Center
– Marlene Selden and Joy Johnston
The Seventh Annual Presentation of
A SERVICE OF
ADVENT
LESSONS AND CAROLS
Sunday, December 2, 2012
4:00 p.m.
Dinner following the Service Mark the date today, and start inviting your family & friends!
THANKSGIVING
VESPERS SERVICE
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012
7:00 PM
A Pie Social will be held
in the Agape Center
immediately following the service.
“O give thanks unto the Lord for He is
good, and His mercies endure forever.”
Psalm 106:1
Plan now to
attend
the Annual
Voters’ Assembly
Meeeting!
Sunday, November 18, 2012
1:00 PM All communicant members of Gloria Christi, age 18
and over, are voting members and, as such, have
the responsibility to help make decisions for the
congregation. The agenda for this year’s meeting
is posted on the office window. If you have other
business that you would like to bring to the
assembly, please contact Tom Johnston, president,
at 506-1531.
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The Board of Fellowship at
Gloria Christi
cordially invites you to join us for a
Ladies Fall Brunch
November 10, 2012 ~ 10 AM
Gloria Christi Lutheran Church
1322 31st Avenue, Greeley
We will celebrate the life of Katie Luther
with a program
presented by Jennifer Frahm.
Please RSVP to 353-2554
by November 1st.
CURRENT FUNDRAISER
FOR
GLORIA CHRISTI PS/DC
Get a full sheet of coupons
worth $50 in savings
for just $10!
The best part is that each set of nine coupons costs the PS/DC only $1, so we make $9 for each sale. Coupons can be purchased at the SCRIP table on Sunday mornings or in the church office or PS/DC office during the week. If you would like to take a few sheets to sell for us, please see either Joleen Cary or Betty Monson, and we’ll check some out to you.
HOLIDAY VILLAGE
CRAFT FAIR
The LWML of Peace With Christ
Lutheran Church will host a Craft Fair
on Saturday, November 10th, from 9:00
AM - 2:00 PM. Come, and enjoy our
boutiques and coffee shop. Stay for lunch! Delicious
homemade Soup & Pie will be served from 11:00-
1:00. Shop for gifts, jewelry, ornaments, greeting
cards, krautburgers, delicious baked goods and custom
cookie trays. We would love to invite your entire
congregation to attend and bring a friend!
This annual Craft Fair is our largest event and all
proceeds will benefit Brandon Ross and Andrew
Walker. Both men have ties to Peace With Christ
and are students of Concordia Theological Seminary
studying to become pastors. We are grateful for your
support!
Peace With Christ Lutheran Church is located at 1412
West Swallow Road, Fort Collins (just west of Rocky
Mountain High School).
It’s TIME
for a New Beginning!
For many, many years Gloria Christi sponsored an LWML society. LWML - “Lutheran Women’s Missionary League” to many, now “Lutheran Women in Mission” - has been the primary women’s organization within the LCMS since 1942 and continues to work diligently in support of mission work, spreading the gospel of salvation through Jesus Christ!
Would you like to restart a society of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League of the LCMS in our congregation? What would you like it to be? How would we keep an outward focus on supporting Lutheran missions beyond our congregation? How could we involve women young, old and in-between? Pastor Frahm would like to invite you to an informational meeting to discuss this possibility and see if there is interest in starting afresh with an LWML society for Gloria Christi. Who might be interested in being leaders for perhaps a monthly meeting. Our first meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 27th at 7:00 PM. Bring your optimistic attitude for this conversation!
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Issues, Etc. 24 LIVE
Friday, Nov. 2 - Saturday, Nov. 3
(All times are Central.)
3-5 pm The Trinity Dr. Carl Fickenscher
5-7 pm Christ Dr. Ken Schurb
7-9 pm Original Sin, Free Will & Conversion
Pr. Peter Bender
9-11 pm Justification Pr. George Borghardt
11 pm-1 am Law & Gospel Pr. Bill Cwirla
1-3 am New Obedience & Good Works
Pr. Tom Baker
3-5 am The Ministry & The Keys
Pr. Jonathan Mumme
5-7 am The Church Dr. John Kleinig
7-9 am Baptism Pr. Brent Kuhlman
9-11 am The Lord's Supper Pr. Jonathan Fisk
11 am-1 pm Confession & Absolution Dr. Larry Rast
1-3 pm Christ's Return Dr. Laurence White
Listen LIVE or on demand at www.issuesetc.org
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Our latest designated mission gift of $300 was sent to
Lutheran Blind Mission, another RSO (Recognized
Service Organization) of the LCMS. Now working
together with and part of Lutheran Braille Workers,
this organization has been providing materials and
leadership for the blind and visually impaired for
many years. Their primary goal is to provide and
distribute material so that all may read and share the
light of salvation seen through the cross of Jesus.
Part of the overall work of Lutheran Blind Mission
is The Lutheran Library for the Blind (LLB), the
world's largest religious lending library for those who
are blind. The library is now housed in Jacksonville,
Florida and is run by many faithful volunteers.
Our donations will assist this important mission to not
only continue with their Gospel outreach, but will also
assist in future growth. Praise be to God!
TREASURER’S REPORT
September 2012 Current Month
Year to Date
Weekly Offerings $ 17,020.76 $ 135,076.82
Mortgage Offerings 2,270.00 11,754.00
Special Services 0 3,440.96
Non-Budgeted Income .93 2,349.10
Church Income $ 19,291.69 $ 152,620.88
Church Expenses 18,770.63 153,846.55
Net Church Activity $ 521.06 $ (1,225.67)
PS/DC Income $ 7,729.21 $ 77,493.98
PSNon-budget Income $ 3,718.93 15,615.37
PS/DC Expenses 8,051.15 89,007.70
Net PS/DC Activity $ 2,396.99 $ (5,898.35)
Net Activities $ 2,918.05 $ (7,124.02)
District Missions $ 425.52 $ 3,376.91
Other Missions 425.52 3,376.91
Lutheran Blind MissionLutheran Blind Mission
The Gospel outreach radio broadcast of Lutheran Hour Ministries can be heard each Sunday on the following radio stations: KOA (850 AM) 6:00 am KFKA (1310 AM) 9:30 am
XM Satellite - Family Talk (XM170)12:00pm
Broadcast sermons for November are:
November 4~"The ONE Vote That Changed the World" Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Gregory Seltz As important as the U.S. election is, there once was a much bigger vote that made an eternal difference. God cast that vote on your behalf. (Revelation 7:9-17)
November 11 ~ "The One Important Day" Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Gregory Seltz Victory at last! You can have faith that you will prevail in the end because Jesus paid the price of your eternal freedom. (Hebrews 9:24-28)
November 18 ~ "There is a Right Way to Live Life" Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Gregory Seltz By faith, the life of thanksgiving knows who God is, knows what God has done for us, and can trust in Him even when things seem uncertain at the moment. (1 Thessalonians 5:17-19)
November 25 ~ "Delivered" Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour: Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus Our deliverance came at the expense of another. (2 Timothy 4:18)
The JCPlayZone website is offered by Lutheran Hour
Ministries as a safe online play space for children ages
2-6 and their parents. Lutheran Hour Ministries offers
a wide variety of media programs and ministries to
reach millions of people around the world with the
saving message of Jesus Christ and connect them to the
church.
LHM maintains international ministry centers in over 30
countries, airs programming in more than 50 nations,
provides tools and workshops for congregational growth
and enrichment, and develops targeted programs to
help Lutheran congregation members around the world
to share their faith and reach the "lost."
www.jcplayzone.com
November 4 ~ All Saints’ Day (Observed) Revelation 7:9-17 1 John 3: 1-3
Matthew 5:1-12
November 11 ~ Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost 1 Kings 17:8-16 Hebrews 9:24-28
Mark 12:38-44
November 18 ~ Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost Daniel 12:1-3 Hebrews 10:11-25
Mark 13:1-13
November 25 ~ Last Sunday of the Church Year Isaiah 51:4-6 Jude 20-25
Mark 13:24-37
Please study these Scriptures each week to prepare
yourself for Sunday services. You are also encour-
aged to read the “Christian Questions and Answers”
for communicants in the Small Catechism to prepare
to receive the Lord’s body and blood faithfully in
the Divine Service (p.329,330 LSB).
For those who would like a daily Bible reading
schedule you are encouraged to use the one listed on
page 299 in our hymnal, Lutheran Service Book.
The Bible, the Catechism, and our hymnal are the
three key books for Lutherans to use in devotions.
Besides this, it is good to be familiar with our
Lutheran Confessions, the Book of Concord, which
includes the Catechisms. See Joy or Marlene. to get
a Bible, Catechism, Lutheran Service Book or the
Book of Concord.
“Your Word is a lamp
to my feet and
a light to my path.”
Psalm 119:105
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“So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially
to those who are of the household of faith . . . Galatians 6:10
We welcome and
encourage submissions
for our newsletter and
Sunday bulletin. Please
make all submissions in
writing, on disk, or by
e-mail. All material is subject to editing for
content, clarity, and style, as needed. The
deadline for the newsletter is the 15th of
every month. The deadline for the Sunday
bulletin is Wednesday at Noon.
Gloria Christi Lutheran Church (LC-MS)
1322 31st Avenue
Greeley, CO 80634
Phone: 353-2554 Fax: 353-6555
Website: www.gloriachristi.org
Return Service
Requested
Deadlines for Newsletter and Sunday Bulletin
Rev. John A. Frahm III
(970) 590-4745
Pennie Hoke, PS/DC Director
(970) 356-1620
Tom Johnston, President (970) 506-1531
George & Berlyn Clear,
Sunday School Superintendents
(970) 352-4325
Rachel Buchleiter (campus ministry)
(970) 231-5162
Betty Monson, Secretary and
Choir Director
(970) 352-2648 (H)
(970) 518-7917 (C)
2012
Before you go
to bed,
Saturday, Nov. 3rd
set your clocks
BACK 1 hour!