the voice of third lutheran

THE VOICE OF
THIRD LUTHERAN
For Unto Us A Child is Born
Unto Us A Son Is Given
DECEMBER 2010
THE VOICE
OF
THIRD LUTHERAN
DECEMBER
From Our Pastor:
Dear Friends,
When I was growing up, one of my favorite Christmas songs was “Some
Children See Him.” Currently, my favorite versions is by Sixpence None
the Richer. Regardless of who sings it, you might know this classic.
Some children see Him lily white,
The baby Jesus born this night,
Some children see Him lily white,
With tresses soft and fair.
Some children see Him bronzed and brown,
The Lord of heav'n to earth come down.
Some children see Him bronzed and brown,
With dark and heavy hair.
As I talked to the children this morning, I realized that for Olivia, Laura
and Will, they might see the baby lily white. As Josie answered a question
I asked, I wondered if she saw him almond-eyed. One of the things I like
most of this community of faith is that each one of us can see the baby in
various hues with different types of hair and yet we all see him as the Son
of God.
As we begin the Advent season I am reminded that we love to see Jesus as
a baby in Mary’s arms. This might be the only way we want to see him,
remember him, love him. We probably don’t even mind it when he is 12
and tarrying in the temple too long.
Some children see Him almond-eyed,
This Savior whom we kneel beside.
Some children see Him almond-eyed,
With skin of yellow hue.
Some children see Him dark as they,
Sweet Mary's Son to whom we pray.
Some children see him dark as they,
And, ah! they love Him, too!
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From Our Pastor: - Continued
Of course, we love him as a baby. Can you imagine what might happen to most
pastors if the same number of people came to Good Friday Service as will be here
on Christmas Eve?
The children in each different place
Will see the baby Jesus' face
Like theirs, but bright with heavenly grace,
And filled with holy light.
O lay aside each earthly thing
And with thy heart as offering,
Come worship now the infant King.
'Tis love that's born tonight!
We know deep in our hearts that while we love to come and worship the infant
King, he will not and cannot remain a baby forever. He will grow up, begin his
ministry and face all of the temptations, troubles, fear, hatred, and problems we all
face in our lives. He even faces death and overcomes it so we will eternal life.
That is the rest of the story to holy light we see in a manger. It is the good news
that we all need to hear and that includes many of the people in your life. Think
about the people you come into contact with on a daily basis. Think about how the
good tidings they will hear on Christmas Eve and how that might resonate in their
lives in the months and years after. You owe it to yourself and you owe it to the
baby who grows up to be our Savior. So this Christmas, lay aside each earthly
thing including the fear of the response you might get and ask them to be your
guest at Christmas Eve because love is born tonight!
See you in church,
Steven
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DECEMBER NEWS BULLETIN
On Saturday, November 6th, Pastor Renner’s father, Ray and his Bride , Eva
Belle Green, were joined in Holy Matrimony in North Fort Meyers, Florida.
The ceremony was performed at Bethany Lutheran Church WELS (Wisconsin
Evangelical Lutheran Synod). Eva decided to keep her last name because at the
age of 90, who wants to change! Notice the lovely maid of honor? Her name is
Darlene Sue Kuhl and she is Eva’s daughter!
The newly married couple held their reception the next day at the Carriage Club
House for all their family and friends to join them in their happy celebration.
This only goes to prove that love can come at any age!
Left to Right– Steven Renner (Best Man), Ray
Renner (Groom), Eva Belle Green (Bride),
Darlene Sue Kuhl (Maid of Honor).
Left to Right– Steven Renner and dad.
MUSIC AND WORSHIP—Mary McCuen
MARY’S NOTES
The Third Lutheran Chimers rehearsals have begun for the upcoming
Advent/Christmas season. All ages are welcome to join and “chime
in.” Rehearsals will be held immediately after Sunday worship. Anyone who sings, plays an instrument, or recites a dramatic reading is
welcome to share their talents by participating in the Christmas Eve
Program. Please contact Mary McCuen if you are interested.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS
FLOWER BUDS—Patty Featherstone
One of the locations Flower Buds delivers flowers, is to the Veterans Medical
Center on Zorn Avenue in the Hospice Ward. They place a fresh vase of flowers
in each room of the patients there. Just recently, Rose Buds and TLC received a
very kind letter of appreciation from them. It reads:
―On behalf of the Louisville-Robley Rex VAMC patients and staff, we would like
to extend our appreciation to you for your donation of flowers for Hospice. Your
thoughtfulness reflects the concern that you feel for our Veterans and for the service they provided to all of us while in service to our country.
Without your support, we could not provide for the smaller niceties that make
hospitalization more bearable. Your thoughtfulness also reflects the concern and
compassion that our community feels for our Veterans. Thank you for your continued support.”
Mary Jane Crowder, CAVS
Chief , Voluntary Service
BUILDING COMMITTEE—Debbie Carter
RENOVATION AT TLC HAS BEGUN.
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T H E V O I C E O F T H I R D L U TH ER A N
PHOTO SECTION
“We just love havin’ our goul
friends join us for Halloween!‖
Peek-A-Boo! I see you!‖
TRUNK OR TREAT!! Olivia Beres
―Jenny Craig has done
wonders for our figures.‖
This year was the first annual “TRUNK
OR TREAT”. People pulled their cars
into the ally and gave candy from their
decorated trunks. Trunks included a
scary scene, a hay stack motif, a fog
bubble machine, and some happy
ghosts. We had 11 cars at the “TRUNK
OR TREAT” this year and many kids.
Thanks to all the people who attended.
Can’t wait to see it grow and develop
for next year.
―Let me introduce you to my
mummy!‖
A Safe ―HALLOWEEN‖ was
had by all!
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HEIFER INTERNATIONAL— Olivia Beres
The youth of Third have been collecting loose change for
Heifer International through “Noisy Sunday.” Heifer International is fighting world hunger all over the globe. They give
animals to families in need. These animals range from cows
to geese. Heifer’s mission is to allow impoverished families
to help themselves. Heifer gives animals that can produce
milk, wool, eggs, and cheese. The best thing about Heifer is it
keeps giving. When a given animal produces offspring the
family gives the new animal to another family in need in their
area. We have collected close to $500. This month the youth
had a meeting to decide what animals to buy with the raised
Hannelor Tretter
Holding Heifer Jar
money. The youth decided to continue saving money until
we have enough money to by the cheese basket. The cheese
basket includes animals that produce cheese. These would include goats, cows and
a water buffalo, plus all the instructions to make feta, goat and mozzarella cheese.
Not only will the cheese basket provide food for an extended family, but also
something to sell in the local market. The cheese basket costs less than $1,000 so
we are looking for gracious contributions from the congregation. We are hoping
to buy the cheese basket for Easter.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD— Olivia Beres
Sunday November 14, the children and youth
of Third Lutheran met to work on Operation
Christmas Child. This is an organization that
sends shoeboxes filled with Christmas gifts to
children who would not typically get gifts. The
organization sends boxes to 8 million children
in 130 different countries a year. The TLC
Youth gift wrapped the shoe boxes that were filled with toothpaste, toothbrushes,
hair clips, soap, jump ropes, crayons, coloring books, stuffed animals, and games.
This year we prepared 23 boxes. Special thanks to Betty and Kelly who organized
the day and Patty who donated toys.
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DECEMBER
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
DATE
TIME/EVENT
Dec 1 —Wednesday
7:00pm—AA Meeting
Dec 2—Thursday
6:00pm—Advent Soup —Third Lutheran
7:00pm—Advent Service—Third Lutheran
Dec 3— Friday
Dec 4— Saturday
Dec 5—Sunday
6:30pm—AA Meeting
10:00am—Olde Tyme Frankfort Ave Christmas
9:30am—Sunday School
10:30am—Worship Services/Chimes Rehearsal
11:30am—1st Sunday Potluck
Dec 6—Monday
9:00am—Flower Buds
8:00pm—AA Meeting
Dec 8—Wednesday
7:00pm —AA Meeting
Dec 9—Thursday
6:00pm—Advent Soup—Calvary Lutheran
7:00pm—Advent Service—Calvary Lutheran
Calvary Location: 1838 Bardstown Road
Dec 10—Friday
6:30pm—AAMeeting
Dec 12—Sunday
9:30am— Sunday School
10:30am—Worship Services/Chimes Rehearsal
Dec 13—Monday
9:00am—Flower Buds
8:00pm—AA Meeting
Dec 15—Wednesday
7:00pm—AA Meeting
Dec 16—Thursday
6:00pm—Advent Soup—Third Lutheran
7:00pm—Advent Service—Third Lutheran
Dec 17—Friday
6:30pm—AA Meeting
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DECEMBER
CALENDAR OF EVENTS– Continued
DATE
TIME/EVENT
Dec 19 —Sunday
9:30am—Sunday School
10:30am—Worship Services/Chimes Rehearsal
Dec 20—Monday
9:00am—Flower Buds
8:00pm—AA Meeting
Dec 21—Tuesday
7:00pm—Council Meeting
Dec 22—Wednesday
7:00pm—AA Meeting
Dec 24—Friday
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE
6:30pm—AA Meeting
Dec 25—Saturday
CHRISTMAS
Dec 26—Sunday
9:30am—Sunday School
10:30am—Worship Services/Chimes Rehearsal
Dec 27—Monday
9:00am—Flower Buds
8:00pm—AA Meeting
Dec 29—Wednesday
7:00pm—AA Meeting
Liturgical Thought for December:
The Will of God never takes you to where the
Grace of God will not protect you.
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THE JESSE TREE—Beth Roche΄
During the Advent season, Children’s Sunday School will be making ornaments for the Jesse Tree. The Jesse Tree is a thousand year old tradition using symbols to represent Old Testament scriptures that herald the
birth of Christ. In recent times, these symbols are used to make ornaments
and hang on a tree. The children will be receiving the scriptures and ornaments for the week. We will assemble at least one ornament during Sunday School. The remaining crafts to make the ornaments for the week
will be sent home with the children. Children of all ages are invited to
participate.
YOUTH
Date
Sunday #
Location
Leader
CHILDREN
December 5
1st
TLC
MUSIC
Jessie Tree
December 12
2nd
Grace
Jessie Tree
December 19
3rd
Java Brewing
Co.
TLC
Music
Jessie Tree
December 26
4th
NO
CLASSES
NO
CLASSES
NO
CLASSES
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Christmas Greetings from other nations represented by some of our congregation. You know who you are…
Africa:
Rehus-Beal-Ledeats!
Arabic:
Idah Saidan Wa Sanah Jadidah!
Chinese(Cantonese):
Gun Tso Sun Tan'Gung Haw Sun!
Chinese(Mandarin):
Kung His Hsin Nien bing Chu Shen Tan!
Dutch:
Zalig Kerstfeast!
English:
Merry Christmas!
French:
Joyeux Noel!
Gaelic:
Noliaig chridheil agus Bliadhna mhath ừr!
German:
Froehliche Weihnachten!
Italian:
Buone Feste Natalizie!
Russian:
Pozdreviyayu s prazdnikom Rozhdesiva is
Novim Godom!
Spanish:
Feliz Navidad!
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HIGHLIGHTS
This was a very special day for Olivia Beres. She celebrated her confirmation. Olivia delivered the sermon
along with the personal “creed” she wrote. Olivia actually took her instruction at St. John Lutheran on Breckinridge Lane because they had more young ladies her age
in the class than what TLC did. When she finished her
classes there, she requested to be confirmed at Third Lutheran because this is her “home” church and she wished
to share this special time with her TLC family. A reception immediately followed the ceremony.
Congratulations, Olivia!
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ADULT EDUCATION—MacMcCuen
The Adult Sunday School Class has been voting the past two weeks on the
subjects for study beginning with the Winter months. As a result of the voting
process, we decided on two biblical studies -- one Old Testament and one
New Testament study. (The vote was so close that we decided to do both
rather than one or the other.) This will mean that both courses will be slightly
shorter than originally planned, and that we will extend the study into the
Spring months.
The courses will be:
THE PSALMS OF ASCENT (Psalms 120-134): These are Psalms usually
associated with pilgrimages to Jerusalem for the high Jewish holidays.
THE CATHOLIC (GENERAL) EPISTLES (James through Jude): These
are short epistles. Some were not included in early lists of which books
should be included in the New Testament, and some of these were questioned
by reformers such as Martin Luther. The reasons for the controversial nature
of some of these books will be explained.
Please plan to join us in the Church Library beginning on January 9, 2011 at
9:30 AM each Sunday morning.
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T H E V O I CE O F T H IR D L U T H E RA N
The Little Church
TIMELESS STAR
Mac McCuen says he is a retired minister, but I don’t think that is totally accurate, If he were, he wouldn’t be the backbone of our Adult Education classes
each Sunday, Nor, would he be so active in maintaining the Church Library as
well as he does.
Mac has an amazing approach to the Epistle readings. Before he even begins
the readings, he gives us an historical background of the happenings of that
time period and a brief description of the apostle who wrote the Lesson. Then,
when he does deliver those passages, the congregation understands more
clearly about the full meaning of its message .
I’m not sure how long Mac has been a timeless star with Third Lutheran but it
really doesn’t matter. I am sure this star has shown brightly somewhere,
sometime, somehow, with the full impact of the love that he brings to Third
Lutheran . And, I can hardly wait to hear Mac give us some background on
Bethlehem and the true meaning of the birth of the Christ Child! My favorite
story of all times.
So, when you see this shining star smile your way...and he will, please honor
him with a return smile and the Love he deserves…
Note: Next month’s Newsletter will highlight two timeless stars that continue
to spread their influence with each of us in a very special way!
Pat Karem-Gramig
Merry Christmas from my Russian Family!
”Pozdreviyayu s prazdnikom Rozhdestva is Novim Godom‖
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OF
POINSETTA SALE—Beth Roche΄
A holiday poinsettia can do more than brighten our Church. It is a remembrance for someone special. Also, by purchasing a plant, you will benefit
the Kiwanis Club that strives to help children across the world.
Poinsettia plants are $10 for a 6.5 inch pot and they come in red, white, and
pink.
Orders are due by Sunday, December 9th. Poinsettias may be picked up
from the church after the Christmas Eve Service. Order forms are available
at TLC or contact Beth Roche΄ at the Church Office.
POINSETTIA ORDER FORM
PERSON ORDERING:_______________________________
NUMBER AND COLOR:
(state number of plants you want to order next to the color you wish.)
________Red
________White
________Pink
_______ TOTAL POINSETTIAS ORDERED
Please state amount due (Cash or Check) - Each Plant is $10each
$____________
(Optional)
In Memory of::________________________ or
In Honor Of:____________________
ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
All Saints Sunday was celebrated with
the remembrance of family and loved
ones who are now in their eternal rest.
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DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS
December 10th
Candice Holm
December 11th
Sean Patrick
December 12th
Libby Bopp
December 19th
Laura Garrett-Hovingh
December 20th
Patty Featherstone
December 22nd
Joyce Head
December 25th
Baby Jesus
December 26th
Grace Tretter
December 27th
Justin Bagby
DECEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
December 20th
Carolina and Steve Imhoff
December 21th
Patty and John Featherstone
Have a Blessed Christmas Season…
TLC Council and Staff!
Merry Christmas from my Irish Gaelic Family! - Beth Roche΄
Nollaig Shona”
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