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The Holy Trinity
May 18
Bulletin Highlights
Christ is Risen! Alleluia! We are glad that you are
here. If you are visiting with us today, a warm welcome to you. We
pray that you will experience God’s grace today as we worship together.
Do you intend to continue in the covenant God made with
you in Holy Baptism:
To love among God’s faithful people,
To hear the word of God and share in the Lord’s
supper,
To proclaim the good news of God in Christ through
word and deed,
To serve all people, following the example of Jesus,
And to strive for justice and peace in all the
earth?
13 young men and women today come forth in the midst of
this faith community and answer this question with these words, ‘I do,
and I ask God to help and guide me.’ Today they make a commitment to
continue to live in the relationship that God established with them.
The first words of our 1st lesson this morning captures the essence of
this day. ‘In the beginning when God…’ Its God who first establishes a
relationship with us…whether you like it or not, God has a relationship
with you. How we choose to live in that relationship is our journey of
faith and discipleship. We all from time to time should look at this
question and affirm the relationship that God has with us…and then shape
our whole lives around this good news of God creating, redeeming, and
calling us to be his hands and feet to the world.
† Gathering for
Worship
Stimulate the Church, too…
From the Stewardship Committee
As was mentioned in the May newsletter, many of you will be soon
receiving a tax rebate as a result of the Congress and the President
agreeing to legislation earlier this year to help stimulate the
economy. While many may consider paying off some debts, making a
postponed purchase or putting it into savings, now is the a great
opportunity to practice the biblical principle of providing the first
fruits for God's work as well. As the article mentions, this tax rebate
is really a opportunity of stewardship for all of us. The Lord has
blessed us with extra income. What will you do with extra money?
Fulfill God's principles and sow generously! Practice the Old Testament
standard of tithing or the New Testament standard of a Gospel or love
response and stimulate God's work at Christ the King Lutheran Church.
This is a great opportunity to thank God with your first fruits. Give
this rebate gift prayerful consideration and enjoy the blessings that
God can bestow on each of you.
† Growing in
Faith
Adult Ed Series: Forgiveness (Continues
Sunday June 8)
Adults today – join in reception
honoring Confirmation Students
No SS next Sunday (Memorial Day
weekend)
Join others in Luther’s Lounge as we
continue our studies on “Forgiveness.” Using Jesus’ teaching on
“forgiveness” from the Bible, we will also use two recent movies “The
Power of Forgiveness” and “Crossroads: A Story of Forgiveness” to help
us explore this topic. Areas to be covered are “Forgiveness and
Justice,” “Forgiving Oneself,” “Forgiveness and Faith,” “Forgiveness and
Health.” Do you tend to be a forgiving person? Do you believe that
some misdeeds are so horrible that forgiveness is out of the question?
Come and share as we explore “Forgiveness.”
Teacher Appreciation Dinner - DATE
CHANGE
The Teacher Appreciation Dinner will be
held this year on June 28, 2008 at 6:00pm, at the Riffe’s home in Great
Falls. I will be needing two individuals to help with set-up and three
more for clean-up. If you or your child has benefited from attending
Sunday School or adult education classes, please consider assisting me
in this effort. The majority of our teachers have been teaching at
least for several years and this is one way we can show them our
gratitude. If you can assist or, if you have questions, please contact
me at 703-363-3044. Louise Babirak, Learning Chair.
Small Group
Please join our Monday night Small Group,
as we study, Seven Spiritual Gifts of Waiting by Holly W. Whitcomb.
Whitcomb explores patience, loss of control, living in the present,
compassion, gratitude, humility and trust in God as spiritual offerings
that we frequently overlook in our daily lives. She quotes Jesuit
Pierre Teilhard de Chardin who advised: “Trust the slow work of God”.
The author challenges us to quit worrying and relax into the grace of
God (doesn’t that sound inviting!) We will meet on the 2nd and 4th
Mondays at 7:00pm during the months of April – July. Please call Amy or
Mike at 703-481-6488 (evenings) or Mike at 703-759-6068 (day) for more
information or to purchase a book ($8).
New Small Group
CTK is starting a new small group for
exercise enthusiasts. Each month a member of the group will organize a
special event for the rest of the group. One month, we might go for a
run around the Mall in DC, the next we may hike the trails in Great
Falls. Another month we may ride our bikes along the Reston Triathlon
Course. The point is to provide fellowship for those interested in
being fit and healthy. All levels of fitness are welcome as we will
arrange it so that any and everyone can participate!
We’ve created a web site on ‘Yahoo
Groups’ that allows everyone to share information. If you are
interested in joining the Yahoo Group, please email Tom Kalka at
Tom.Kalka@CustomFitnessConcetps.com
or mark the response sheet, and he will send you an invitation to join.
You can also get to it by searching the Yahoo Groups directory.
Lutheran Women’s Retreat
Interested in attending an all Lutheran
Women’s Retreat at the Ramada Inn 1776 in Williamsburg, October 17-19?
The theme is “Hearing With The Heart.” Registration is $90 which
includes all retreat materials and meals, plus lodging ($67 per nigh and
can be with a roommate). Deadline for registration is September 20.
More details to follow. Contact LaVonne Gysan at 703-757-7207 if
interested or
lavonnegysan@verizon.net Wouldn’t it be fun to go with a group of
Christ the King women?
Summer Music Class
I have often heard people say, “I would
love to sing in the choir, but I can’t read music.” So, I would like to
give you the opportunity to learn. I am considering offering a class in
basic Music Theory this summer at 9:45am each Sunday, starting June
22nd.
The class would cover note duration, time
signatures, melodic & harmonic intervals, sight singing, ear training,
and hands-on experience with the language of music. There will be
handouts with exercises to be written in class and taken home for
review. There will not be any required reading or homework assigned.
The class will be open to adults and kids from 4th grade up and a
materials fee of $10 per student will apply.
This class is also an excellent review
for those people who already participate in a vocal or instrumental
choir, or someone who used to play an instrument and is considering
taking it up again. Learning something new is living life to the
fullest! Come, learn the language of music! Contact: Jane Cooper,
703-759-3919.
YOU H
and Family Ministry
ELCA Youth Gathering Summer 2009 - New
Orleans
If you will be in high school the year of
08-09 then you need to come to an informational meeting on Sunday, June
1st, in the youth room about the National Youth Gathering held every
three years. Next summer it will be in New Orleans. The theme is
Jesus, Justice, Jazz. The meeting will be after the 11:00am service.
Registration for this event is due in September! This is a great
opportunity. Imagine filling the Superdome with youth coming to learn
about their faith! Please email Kara if you are interested in attending
at kara.haug@verizon.net.
DRIVEN and Middle School Car Wash
Saturday, June 7th, at 9:00am will be the
first car wash of the summer to help fund our youth ministry programs
and summer trips. The car wash will be held at the Exxon on Georgetown
Pike. We have the trip Heifer this summer, but we also need to start
planning now for next summer’s trip to New Orleans for the 2009 national
youth gathering! Please check the response sheet if you would like to
help. For all of those going on the trips helping is necessary!
Graduates (High School & College)
On June 8th, at the 11:00 am Service, we
want to recognize our graduates. High School grads, please share with
Kara Haug, the Pastors, or the church office your post-HS plans for the
future, so we can include them in the bulletin and newsletter. College
grads, please share your post-college plans also. Info can also be
shared via the “Ministry Opportunities” insert in the bulletin.
Wednesday Movie Nights
Beginning on June 4th, we will be having
Wednesday movie nights through out the summer. This is a chance for us
to hang out together and watch inspirational movies. The evening will
always start at 7:00 pm. Friends are welcomed. June 11th will be the
only night in June that we won’t have it, since Kara will be out of
town. The events will take place in the youth room.
† Evangelizing
the Gospel
Please check the “Evangelism Bulletin Board” for
pictures of those who just joined, along with information about them.
What a joy it was to welcome them last Sunday into the fellowship. On
June 22nd we will welcome new members into the fellowship, with three
orientation classes preceding this Sunday. Interested in receiving more
information about joining? Please check the Response Sheet.
† Serving Others
NOVACO UPDATE
Our NOVACO mom is in need of a used car.
If you have a car to donate please consider this worthy cause. We are
also looking for a volunteer to give her driving lessons. If you can
help with the car donation and/or the driving lessons, please contact
Susan Boruff by email -
susanbherenow@hotmail.com or Tracey Shenk - email -
Tracey@shenkfamily.com.
Professional Clothing Drive – (Ends –
May 25)
We’ve received wonderful gifts of
business suits and professional attire! Thank you! CTK is holding a
“Professional Clothing Drive” to benefit Bread for the City – an
organization in Washington DC that provides those in need with
comprehensive services including clothing for clients with new jobs or
job interviews. Men and women’s business suits and professional
clothing is needed! The clothing should be clean (dry cleaning
suggested) and in good condition. Shoes, handbags, and briefcases are
also needed. The clothing can be put on a rack in the narthex. If
you have any questions or require further information please contact
Tracey Shenk (703) 438-8989.
Cedars
The April Cedars Luncheon is this
Tuesday, at 11:00 am, at Great Fall United Methodist Church. If you can
come and/or help, please mark the response sheet!
† Community Life
Church Picnic – Mark your Calendar
for June 22nd!
Be sure to mark your calendars now for
the annual church picnic - Sunday, June 22nd, at Area “D” in Lake
Fairfax Park in Reston, following the 11:00am outdoor worship service
held in the same location. We will be welcoming new members into the
fellowship at this service as well. Please bring your chairs/blankets,
and a side dish or dessert to share. In an effort to be environmentally
friendly, we ask that you consider bringing your own cup or water
bottle, or use the recycling receptacle provided. Chicken and beverages
will be provided! See the response sheet for sign up information, and
mark if you can help with set-up, clean-up, and what dish you will
provide.
Memorial Day Service
Monday, May 26th is Memorial Day. You
are invited to gather at 11:00am at Great Falls Freedom Memorial (next
to GF Library). The Keynote Speaker will be Stephen Maguire, Capt.,
U.S. Army, Retired. He has written two books “Jungle in Black,” and
“Mekong Meridian,” both relating to his wartime experiences in Vietnam.
He was on the Board of Directors of the US Army Ranger Association for
10 years, serving as president until 2006. Critically wounded on Nov.
6, 1969 (including being totally blinded for life) he retired from the
Army. Participants from our congregation include Sheryl McEwan, Bill
Canis and Scout Troop 55, and Pastor Gysan.
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