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Men's Mission Possible Project
We need a few good men to help one of our Word of Life members, a single mom, with some trailer repairs. Darren Osgood has agreed to serve as the project leader. He has determined what repairs are needed and will be buying materials. We need 3 guys to help replace boards, and 6 guys to help with painting and roof sealing on Saturday, May 29, 8:00 a.m. If you can help, let Pastor Ken know, Ken@WordofLife4u.com.
Confirmation Pictures
What a wonderful Confirmation Celebration last week! Here are pictures of those who publically professed their faith last Sunday.
God's Antidote for Hurt
You'll be hurt by enemies. You’ll be hurt by those close to you. Discover what God plans to do with your hurts this this Sunday, May 30, 10:45 a.m. at 101 Pecan Drive, Schertz. [map and directions]
Nursery (infant to age 4)A nursery is available for children infant – age 4 at any time during the worship service on Sundays in the Mother’s Room, to the left as you exit the worship area. The audio of the service is broadcast into the room. Interested in helping with Nursery? Sign up at the Info Table or contact Chris Stemmermann at 566-1401.
J.A.M. (ages 5-8)
Children ages 5-8 are invited to join us for J.A.M., our age appropriate worship/learning experience for children, just after the Children's message this Sunday! Interested in helping with J.A.M.? Contact David White at 650-3166.
Just for Tweens (ages 9-12)
Kids ages 9—12 are invited to be a part of Tweens, a group specially designed for them. Join them this Sunday during the LifeLesson portion of worship for this fun learning experience. Want to know more? Call Becky Peterson at 945-7952.
Grace Prayer Team
Know the miraculous power of prayer. Word of Life has a team of prayer warriors ready to pray for you. The team meets on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. [map and directions] to pray for the morning worship and other needs. Also, prayer partners will be available to pray with you or for you after worship. Just come to the right side of the worship area. If you would like the team to pray for you throughout the week, just let Pastor Ken know, 566-2237 or Ken@WordofLife4u.com. He will share your request with the team.
Building a Bigger Heaven in Brazil
In our prayers this week, we’re lifting up missionary pastor Elandro Gretschmann and the people of Cristo Redentor as they reach out to people in Chapeco, Brazil and beyond. We support this work through the gift of 10% of our Sunday morning offerings to Brazil Mission Society. To find out more, visit www.BrazilMissionSociety.com.
Join a Missional LifeGroup
Youth Group - Tuesdays
7:00 p.m. at the Weissmann's
108 Rustic Trail, Cibolo
Questions? 314-3754
Adult LifeGroup - Tuesdays
7:00 p.m. at the Goeke’s
21927 Paseo Corto, Garden Ridge
Questions? 651-3075
Women’s Group - Wednesday Mornings
9:00 a.m. at Sherri Smith’s home
3309 Dusty Crossing, Schertz
Questions? 659-2585
Reading Group - 3rd Wednesdays
Meets Wednesday, June 16 in a joint group with the UC book club to meet local author, Allison Pittman, and discuss her book, “Bridegrooms.” Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Universal City Library
100 Northview Drive, Universal City
Questions? 566-1650
NEW! Men’s Group - Thursdays
Ephesians, Resumes June 3
1531 Jasmine Dr, Schertz
7:00 p.m. at Mitschke's
Questions? 218-3685
Memorial Gifts
Recently, God saw fit to call Ms. Betty home to heaven. Betty was a wonderful friend and a loving member of our Word of Life family. Her body was laid to rest at Fort Sam National Cemetery, but her soul is celebrating in heaven with Jesus. The Tolsma family has indicated that gifts in Betty’s memory be made to the Word of Life Ministry Facility Fund. Memorial gift envelopes are available on top of the offering box. Please continue to remember the Tolsma family, and all who mourn Betty’s passing, in your prayers.
Baby Shower for Isabella White
You’re invited to celebrate the anticipated arrival of baby girl White. Join us on Saturday, June 19 from 11:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. at Shirley Goeke’s home, 21927 Paseo Corto Drive, Garden Ridge. Please RSVP to Becky Peterson, 945-7952. For directions, call Shirley at 651-3075.
Backyard Vacation Bible School
Think of kids laughing, playing and running around on a sunny day in the summer. Now, think about those same kids doing this in your own backyard. Why are they so happy? You are hosting a Backyard Vacation Bible School (VBS) where these kids are learning about Jesus and having the time of their lives while doing it.
If you thought having a VBS was only for churches, you're wrong! The idea of a Backyard VBS is becoming very popular throughout the world. It makes a great way to reach out to your un-churched neighbors through one of the best resources they have...their kids! When kids get excited about Jesus, parents get excited, too.
How can you get involved with a Backyard VBS this summer?
Pray. Ask God if hosting a Backyard VBS is right for you. Remember, you don’t have to have kids of your own to host a Backyard VBS.
Age Group. What age group will you target? Maybe you want to focus on preschool age (ages 3 to 5). Perhaps you want to try a mixed age group with age appropriate break out activities.
Curriculum. Be a part of the team reviewing readymade materials available from Christian publishers. They’re taking into consideration Bible truths, ease of use, fun ideas and cost in order to choose the best curriculum for use this summer.
Do some initial planning. How long will your VBS run? Will it be one hour a day for five days, three hours a day for three days, one night a month for each month of the summer? What month works best?
The unique thing about having a VBS in your backyard is that neighbors who do not normally attend church will feel more comfortable going to a neighbor's house than inside a church. While they are at VBS you can naturally share information about Word of Life. Don't be pushy. The idea is to get kids excited about Jesus, which in turn may get their parents excited as well. Ready to get started? Sign up on the RSVP form this Sunday or contact David White, 650-3166.
Word of Life Drill Team
The Schertz Fourth of July Jubilee is coming! The annual parade will take place on Saturday, July 3. This year will see a return of the “famous” Word of Life Drill Team! We need YOU to be part of the Team?
What does it take?
Do you own/can you borrow a light weight drill?
Are you willing to walk a few miles in the July, Texas heat?
Do you have a great sense of humor?
If so, you’re in! We’ll even provide your uniform (Word of Life t-shirt.) In addition to drill team members, we’ll also need someone to design/construct our drill team banner and someone to drive the drill team SAG wagon. Want to know more? Contact Mark Stemmermann, 508-2073, Toby Molina, 705-9578 or Patti Mitschke, 862-2075.
Concordia Info Night
Concordia University Texas will host an information night for prospective students on Thursday, June 3, 2010, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the University’s San Antonio Center, located at 8626 Tesoro Drive, Suite 112. The event gives prospective students an opportunity to learn about the various degree programs offered and apply onsite. The $25 application fee will be waived for those who apply this night.
Concordia’s program is designed for adults who want to complete their college degree, while they work and raise a family. Concordia offers an Associate of Arts in Behavioral Science, Bachelor of Arts degrees in Business, Healthcare Administration and Human Resource Management and Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences. For more info, contact Candace Guzman, ADP Admissions, at (210) 253-3258 or candace.guzman@concordia.edu
Camp Lone Star
What do you have planned for your favorite child/ren this summer? Does it include Christian role-model counselors, making memories for a lifetime and daily activities highlighting the theme “Mighty to Save”? Then you must have a Lutheran Outdoor Ministries of Texas (LOMT) summer camp session in mind! Camp Lone Star is located less than 2 hours away outside of LaGrange, TX. The camp offers summer programs for children, adults and families. Go to www.LOMT.com to register or learn more about Camp Lone Star or call the LOMT Registrar’s office at 800-362-2078 today! Summer camp programs run June 6—August 13.
Worship at Word of Life
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Online Calendar
You've read through the WordofLife4u. You sense what God wants you to do, but how do you keep track of events to invite your friends and neighbors to, groups where you can grow and ministries where you can use your gifts to make a real difference? Check out our online calendar at: www.WordofLife4u.com/calendar.
"Better Life" Links
When Our Kids Hurt - "She did her kids a disservice by always trying to protect them from trouble because, in reality, she could only do so for a short time and in certain situations..." [more]
Loving the One Who Hurt You - "You speak for many who remain in love with someone who is breaking their hearts..." [more]
Help Children Who Divorce Has Hurt - "Here are some ways you can help children - either your own or someone else's - who have been affected by divorce:..." [more]
Prayer Requests and Thanksgivings
We Thank God…
for protecting and providing for us, for treating us mercifully, for caring for us, for giving us healing oils, for giving us a superabundance of hope, love and joy
for the birth of a new granddaughter, Sophie Puller, to Wayne and Mary Flowers and for keeping mother and child safe
for the end of a wonderful school year
for our confirmands, their growth as Christ’s disciples and for their commitment to Christ and His Church
for all the gifts and opportunities that have come our way
for our nation and our leaders
for those who sacrificed their lives in service to their country
for standing guard over our troops and their families
for all the resources God has entrusted to our care
for His promise to multiply our tithes and offerings to help build a bigger heaven and better lives.
We Ask God…
to inspire and empower us to share our hurts with fellow Christians, to face our hurts and those who cause them, to let go of anger and bitterness, to forgive as we have been forgiven and to receive the justice, healing and overflow of the Good Shepherd
to bless missionary pastor Eleandro Gretschmann and the people of Cristo Redentor as they reach out to people in Chapecó and beyond
to comfort the victims of persecution, terrorism and disaster
to bless our leaders with godly wisdom and guidance that they would lead according to His will
to bless students as they work on papers and finals, tryout for sports teams and seek scholarships, aid and summer jobs
to bless David & Ana Koester, Paulita (Koester), Daniel & Cate (C. Stemmermann), Dave Goeke and Chuck Tolsma with employment, to bless Steven Krueger with a full-time Director of Christian Education position and to bless Jeff Conley with a working car and employment
to bless Tom Smith as he returns from Afghanistan
to bless and protect our troops abroad, especially Tom Hermel in Iraq and Juan Pizarro, Jason Leible (Leible), Elizabeth Grossart, Chuck Quist (Myers) & Jason Lieber in Afghanistan
to comfort the family and friends of Betty Tolsma, Patricia Moore (John), Rudy Sanchez, Ed Tomkow and Steve as they mourn their deaths
to heal Peggy Myers, John Bowden, Archie Wortham, Lisa Flowers, Tim Berg (Christiansen), Bob Townsley, and to heal those battling cancer: Joseph Moore (John), Dr. Sauri, Pastor Linderman, John Dury, Rachel Midgett, Kayla Nunnery, Sadie Norris, Matthew Provencio, Manuel Coloura, Zach Vangundy, Amanda Conniff, Pam Smith, Kurt Bickel, Susan Doering and to comfort and strengthen their families
to empower us to build a bigger heaven and better lives.
Join us in prayer wherever you are! You may leave prayer requests at 566-2237 or Ken@WordofLife4u.com.
Painful Fun
The crumbling, old church building needed remodeling, so the preacher made an impassioned appeal, looking directly at the richest man in town. At the end of the message, the rich man stood up and announced, "Pastor, I will contribute $1,000."
Just then, plaster fell from the ceiling and struck the rich man on the shoulder. He promptly stood again and shouted, "Pastor, I will increase my donation to $5,000."
Before he could sit back down, plaster fell on him again, and again he virtually screamed, "Pastor, I will double my last pledge."
He sat down, and an larger chunk of plaster fell hitting him on the head. He stood once more and hollered, "Pastor, I will give $20,000!"
This prompted a deacon to shout, "Hit him again, Lord! Hit him again!"
Just a Thought
"Dr. Andrew Bonar told me how, in the Highlands of Scotland, a sheep would often wander off into the rocks and get into places that they couldn't get out of. The grass on these mountains is very sweet and the sheep like it, and they will jump down ten or twelve feet, and then they can't jump back again, and the shepherd hears them bleating in distress. They may be there for days, until they have eaten all the grass. The shepherd will wait until they are so faint they cannot stand, and then they will put a rope around him, and he will go over and pull that sheep up out of the jaws of death. "Why don't they go down there when the sheep first gets there?" I asked. "Ah!" He said, "they are so very foolish they would dash right over the precipice and be killed if they did!" And that is the way with men; they won't go back to God till they have no friends and have lost everything. If you are a wanderer I tell you that the Good Shepherd will bring you back the moment you have given up trying to save yourself and are willing to let Him save you His own way." - Dwight Moody
Joy & Peace,
Pastor Ken Mitschke
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Word of Life Fellowship-LCMS
1531 Jasmine Dr
Schertz TX 78154-3738
www.WordofLife4u.com
210-566-2237
Ken@WordofLife4u.com
We're building a bigger heaven and better lives!
Word of Life Fellowship LCMS
1531 Jasmine Dr
Schertz TX 78154-3738
Pastor Ken Mitschke
210-566-2237
Ken@WordofLife4u.com