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THE MACEDONIAN
November 2007
We Are Inheritors!
The Bible says in Hebrews 12:1, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a
cloud of witnesses, let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us.”
There was a book that I wanted to read and I finally found it hidden in the stacks of Elon
University Library. It was not a new book, but it was a good work. To my surprise I
found that it had never before been checked out of the library. Apparently nobody had
ever thought it was worth reading.
How many other unknown treasures are there in our Christian heritage which have been
forgotten? How poor we may become if our Christian faith is only alert to what is new
and up-to-date.
The writer of Hebrews remembered the strong people of the past. Chapter 11 of
Hebrews is a catalog of the great witnesses to God who had lived long before his day.
The writer knew he was the inheritor of a rich past.
We too are surrounded by witnesses, more than the author of Hebrews knew. Let us
thank God for all who have gone before us. In worship and study, let us enrich our faith.
ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY is coming up for us on November 4. To delight in the Saints
of God is the way to Heaven. We remember those Saints of Macedonia who have died
since last All Saints’ Sunday. May they continue to rest in His peace and love as they have
now gone ever before us!
Sara Francis Norcom
Maxine Haith O’Kelley
Glenn Albin Peterson
George Allen Turner
Clarence Macon Jones
Theodosia Jane Frazier Rudisill
Douglas Lee Bearce
Shirley Higby Wachs
Etta Mae Williams King
Alpha Roberta Lindberg
Blanche Gowan Fowler
Mary Barbara Moser McClintock
Lena Belle Gobble Fisher
Wanda Dickens Sadler
Herbert Howard Gentry
Kathryn Bryan Metts
Lillian King Turbiville
We confess our faith is often shallow and weak. Help us, O Lord, to draw strength from
those of all times and denominations who stand with us. God bless you all!
In His Love & Peace,
Church Women United
World Community Day
November 2 at 10:00 a.m.
First Presbyterian Church
West Davis Street - John Knox Room
Rev. Genie Martin will present the program
Congratulations to Imogene Myers for being elected
President of Church Women United!
Chrismon Making Session
We will meet in Room 27,
upstairs in the education building, on
Saturday, November 3 at 10:00 a.m.
to continue our Chrismon projects.
If you have questions,
please call Yvonne White at 919-563-3351.
St. Olaf Christmas Festival
The 96th annual St. Olaf Christmas
Festival will be simulcast live in highdefinition and cinema surround sound
from Skoglund Center Auditorium on the
campus of St. Olaf College on
Sunday, December 2
at a movie theatre near you.
Go to www.stolaf.edu/christmasfest for
tickets and all event details.
We are bringing to Macedonia an exciting new
ministry, Prayer Shawl Ministry, that is open to
everyone, men as well as women, who would like
to share their knitting and/or crocheting talents with
us. The Prayer Shawl Ministry allows us to create
and craft prayer shawls to be distributed to those
who need to find peace, comfort and warmth
wrapped in God’s arms. If you are interested in
sharing your talents in this rewarding ministry,
please call the church office at 227-5554 or contact
Sandee Jackson at 329-8388 with your name and
number so that we can plan our “get started”
meeting. For those of you
who have not been
blessed with the talents of
knitting or crocheting, you
may also participate with
donations of yarn and of
course we will need your
prayers for the success of
this new ministry.
Schedules for November
Loaves and Fishes - For the month of November
bring saltine crackers, jelly & toilet paper.
Men of Macedonia, Men in Mission
will meet on Thursday, November 1, at 6:00 p.m. at
Mayflower Seafood Restaurant.
N&N’s will meet on Wednesday, November 21,
at 8:00 a.m. at Western Steak House for breakfast.
M&M’s will meet on Thursday, November 15,
at 11:00 a.m. at Two for Tea. (Please note time is
11:00 a.m. due to the scheduling of the private room.)
Macedonia’s turn for the Alamance County
Meals-on-Wheels is October 29 - November 2 and
November 26-30.
Circle #1 - will meet on Tuesday,
November 6, at 9:30 a.m.
Circle #2 - will meet on Thursday,
November 8, at 7:00 p.m. at the
home of Janet Meisenbach, 126
Coachlight Trail. Program by
Ruth Matkins.
Circle #3 - will meet on Wednesday, November 7, at
9:30 a.m. at the home of Marge LeBarron, 3926
Muhlenberg Court, Twin Lakes. Program by Sue
Watson.
Circle #4 - will meet on Monday, November 12, at 2:30
p.m. at the home of Betty Sigmon, 2156 Gardner-Holt
Road.
Circle #7 - will meet on Thursday, November 15, at 6:30
p.m. at Village Grill.
The WELCA Bible Study will meet on Tuesday,
November 20, at 9:00 a.m. at the church.
The WELCA Board will meet on Tuesday,
November 13, at 10:30 a.m. at the church.
Circle #6
The WELCA ladies are excited to announce that they
have started a new circle! Circle #6 consists of
younger women in the church and is lead by
Maria Helgeson. If you are interested in joining this
group or would like more information, please contact
Maria Helgeson at 919-304-2302 or email her at
[email protected]. Please check upcoming
bulletins and newsletters for meeting dates and times.
MACEDONIA LUTHERAN CHURCH
TREASURER'S REPORT
GENERAL FUND
September 30, 2007
Year
To Date
$ 100.00
TOTAL RECEIPTS
29,018.78
215,002.26
359,558.00 (144,555.74)
DISBURSEMENTS:
Benevolence
Total Staff Salaries
Total Property & Managing
Total Social Ministry
Total Worship & Music
Christian Education
Fellowship
Stewardship
Youth & Recreation
Evangelism
Total Unbudgeted Disbursements
Total Disbursements
1,908.16
15,526.04
5,086.81
1,391.38
(172.79)
(144.86)
23,594.74
21,598.19
145,262.85
58,612.72
17.88
6,610.40
2,686.86
524.40
810.38
(1,166.29)
234,957.39
30,000.00
204,433.00
91,750.00
600.00
17,650.00
5,900.00
500.00
1,450.00
4,725.00
2,550.00
8,401.81
59,170.15
33,137.28
582.12
11,039.60
3,213.14
500.00
925.60
3,914.62
2,550.00
359,558.00
123,434.32
ENDING BALANCE
(19,855.13)
(19,855.13)
BEGINNING BALANCE
Annual
Budget
(Over)
Under
Budget
Current
Month
(25,279.17)
If you would like to purchase Poinsettias for the beautification of
our Sanctuary, Nave and Narthex for Christmas services, you may
do so either in honor or in memory of loved ones. The cost is
$9.00 per plant. Please tear out this form, fill out the appropriate
information, include your payment and put everything in an
envelope and drop it in the offering plate or bring it by the church
office. Payment must accompany order, made payable to
Macedonia Lutheran Church and please mark that it is for
Poinsettias. The deadline is Sunday, November 11, 2007.
In honor of:
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In memory of:
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Below are listed gifts received since August 26, 2007.
Designated for the General Fund:
In memory of Mary Susan Howard by
Mr. & Mrs. Don Matkins
Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Bozeman
In memory of George Turner & Macon Jones by
Mrs. Pearl Way
11/01
11/05
11/06
11/07
11/08
11/09
11/10
11/11
11/14
11/15
11/16
11/17
11/23
11/24
11/25
11/26
11/27
11/28
11/29
Charles Honeycutt
Hayden Honeycutt
Miriam McFadyen
Kyleen Papadeas
Jerry Tolley
Kay Bowman
Anna Gagnon
Charlie Harris
Howard Waters
Larry Dettman
Don Honeycutt
Peter Gunyan
Shannon Lynch
R P Martin
Helen Frenke
Theresa Greene
Grover Moore
Angie Gilliam
Jessica Walker
Cheryl English
Jinx Kenan
Maren McDermott
Sylvia Wells
Hugh Parks
Marie Hambright
Ben Scott
Carylynn Willis
Jennifer Walker
Frank Rhue
Sylvia Crews
Ellen Greeson
Lettie Carlson
LeeAnn Neal
Martha Teague
In memory of Theo Rudisill by
Mrs. Lula Mae Gibson
Ms. Ursula Hughes
Designated for the Capital Improvement Fund:
In memory of Jenny Jennings by Mrs. Nancy Simpson
Designated for the Music Fund:
In honor of Rev. Dianne Dietz by
Dr. & Mrs. John Walker
Designated for the Chrismon Fund:
In honor of Maurice Stussy by
Mr. & Mrs. Wade Spencer & family
In memory of Carolyn Stussy by
Mr. & Mrs. Wade Spencer & family
In memory of Doug Bearce by
Circle #2
Mr. & Mrs. Bill Poovey
Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Page
Happiness is . . .
Happiness takes a conscious effort. These purposeful
actions are proved to increase happiness.
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Count your blessings.
Be kind to others.
View situations in a positive light.
Exercise regularly.
Volunteer.
Strengthen ties to family, friends,
neighbors and co-workers.
☺ Devote time to meaningful causes.
Middle School Retreat
The NC Synod is sponsoring a middle school retreat
at Camp Caraway in Asheboro on
November 16-17 and 17-18. Cost is $49 per person.
The Fri/Sat event begins at 7:00 p.m. on Friday and
ends Saturday at 3:00 p.m. The Sat/Sun event
follows the same time frame, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on
Saturday and ending Sunday at 3:00 p.m.
This event is for youth in grades 6-8.
Registration closes November 7, so you need to let
Greg know ASAP if you are interested in attending.
Upcoming Events . . .
♦ In October the Luther League made a visit to Twin Lakes
where we made surprise visits on 4 Macedonians. We hope
to do this on a monthly basis, so be on the lookout! We have
our next Twin Lakes visit scheduled for November 18.
♦ Mark your calendar for our annual Progressive Dinner, which
will be Sunday, December 2. We need 3 host families/
homes, one for appetizers, one for the main course and one
for dessert. Let us know if you can host one of the stops.
Elon University Ministry UPDATE!
There have been 4 worship services in Holt Chapel on
campus on Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m. The first
service had 7 students, and then we've had as many as
18! Add to that the 8-10 adults who come and worship
and provide a meal, and it's quite a nice group of folks!
We covet your prayers that this ministry will continue to
grow and flourish in God's love. Following each worship
service a meal is served to those in attendance; these
meals are being organized and provided by Macedonia
and Holy Comforter Episcopal Churches, with some help
from other Lutheran and Episcopal parishes as well. We
just recently learned that Thrivent Financial for
Lutherans has given this ministry some money to help
feed these young folks.
We are looking for Macedonians to help prepare meals
and see that they are at the Chapel by 6:30 p.m. At this
time "20-25" seems to be the target number for the
question "how much food do we prepare?" To volunteer
to help with the meals, please let Beverly Hiller, Yvonne
White, Joy Rust or the church office know of your
willingness to help and we will get you on the schedule,
sometime between October and May 2008. Macedonia's
first meal was provided by Yvonne White and Beverly
Hiller. Our next meal will be Sunday, November 4.
Please let any of these ladies know if you can help.
These meals can be provided by several families, or by a
ministry group (similar to what we do for a shelter meal).
Let us know if you can help!
“The Inspirations”
"The Inspirations," an auditioned choir consisting of 28
fourth and fifth graders from South Graham Elementary
School, will be on The Good Morning Show (CBS,
Channel 2) as part of the station's 50th anniversary on
Friday, November 2. "At the Hop" and "Rock Around
the Clock" are two of the songs they are working on to
display their singing and dancing talents. They will sing
several times between 6:30 and 8:00 a.m on the morning
news show, which will be live from the Holiday Market
at the Greensboro Coliseum. Our own Joy Rust directs
the group!
"Tips for Survival:
Technology in the Music Classroom"
Joy will also be presenting a 90 minute workshop
entitled "Tips for Survival: Technology in the Music
Classroom" at the NC State Music Educators Inservice
Conference in Winston-Salem November 10-13. Reid
Huffman has been selected as one of 35 high school
students in North Carolina to attend the "Young
Professionals" section of this same conference. A special
program has been set up for these high school musicians
from orchestras, bands and choruses across the state,
including sessions in conducting and preparing for
interviews and auditions. Reid, a senior at the NC School
of Science and Math, is in the middle of applying to
colleges and conservatories, so he really appreciates the
time he will get to spend with the music teachers and
professors leading the workshops, sessions, and
performances. Incidentally, another one of our musicians
will also be at this conference, Susan Rhue, who is a
middle school band director in Asheboro.
Special Music
On Sunday, November 4 we will have a guest violinist at
the 10:30 service. Janis Panzenhagen Puglisi from
Lewisville will be here to enhance our worship. Pastor
and Joy met Janis as a young Luther Leaguer when they
were at Nativity Lutheran Church in Palm Beach
Gardens, Florida; Janis and her sister and parents were
members at Nativity. A few weeks ago they were
reunited with them when they surprised Pastor and
called saying they were "in the area." Janis was (still is)
a serious violinist, and Joy accompanied her for her high
school recital in 1985. We are looking forward to
welcoming Janis and her family to Macedonia in
November.
Hymn Report
THANK YOU to those who took the time to complete
the “Favorite Five Hymns” ballot from the August
newsletter. We received 54 ballots, and 96 hymns were
listed. The range of the votes received was 1 vote to a
high of 15 votes. Below are “Macedonia’s Top 10:”
A special Thank You to the Brett Bass and Wade
Spencer families for donating 3 CD players to be used
for Sunday School. We appreciate your generosity!
A very special Thank You to
the following people who so
graciously helped out in the
office during my maternity
leave. I couldn’t have done it
without you!
Lift High the Cross ··································· 15 votes
Beautiful Savior ······································· 14 votes
A Mighty Fortress Is Our God ···················· 12 votes
Amazing Grace ········································ 12 votes
Borning Cry············································· 10 votes
How Great Thou Art ································· 10 votes
Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee ····················· 9 votes
Here I Am, Lord (I, the Lord of Sea and Sky) ·· 7 votes
It Is Well With My Soul······························ 7 votes
My Hope is Built on Nothing Less················ 6 votes
We also appreciate the many comments we received,
which we will use as we plan services in the future.
Thank you!
A special thank you to Roger Meisenbach for
compiling the information from all the ballots.
Alamance Medication Assistance Program
will be participating in the Food Lion Shop & Share
fundraising program this year. Each time you shop at
Food Lion & use your MVP card, a portion of the total
purchase will be donated to Alamance Medication
Assistance Program. Please help us out by linking your
MVP card & shopping at Food Lion. You can either
link the card yourself by visiting www.foodlion.com or
mail the information to LaVonne Rhue, 136 Westview
Drive, Elon, NC 27244 so that I may register for you:
12-digit MVP card # __________________________
First Name __________________________________
Last ____________________________ MI ________
Day Phone___________________________________
Remember to shop Food Lion & scan your MVP card.
This program does not interfere with the MVP
discounts and no MVP product has to be purchased to
participate. Thank you so much for your support!!!
Michele Fritch—Alamance Medication Assistance Program
Randi Dunn
Inez Honeycutt
Barbara Lilienthal
Don & Ruth Matkins
Roger & Janet Meisenbach
Sue Page
Bill Poovey
Sharon Walker
Thank you so much,
Tara Jernigan
Dear Macedonians,
Thank you for all the wonderful
cards and words of encouragement
you have provided for myself and my brother, Jeff. We
feel extremely blessed to have all of your support at this
difficult time of losing our mother. We truly appreciate
everything that you have done and continue to do for us.
In Christ’s love,
Sheila & Jeff Gibson
BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS
John Andrew McGee
was born on August 10,
2007 in Greenville, NC. He weighed 8 lbs 4 ozs and was
21 inches long. Parents are Krissy and Patrick McGee.
Proud grandparents are Nancy and Rune Simeonsson.
Lillian Davis Cary was born on October 9, 2007
at Wilford Hall Medical Center, Lackland AFB, San
Antonio, TX. She weighed 7 lbs 14 ozs and was 20 1/2
inches long. Parents are Amanda and Scott Cary. Proud
grandmother is Barbara Lilienthal.
Julian Ross Tolley
was born on October 10,
2007 in San Diego, CA. He weighed 7 lbs 15 ozs and was
20 1/2 inches long. Parents are Jay and Hope Tolley.
Proud grandparents are Joanie and Jerry Tolley.
Brunswick Stew & Bake Sale
Come join the fun and fellowship!!!
The Social Ministry Committee is sponsoring a Brunswick Stew and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 10.
Proceeds from the sale will go directly to local charity organizations. We are looking for lots of volunteers to help
cook the stew on Friday night, November 9. We are also asking for donations of home-baked goodies, as well as
monetary donations to help with the cost of the stew ingredients. If you would like to cook, bake, or make a
donation, please call Connie Poovey or Leah Bass, sign up on the posters in the narthex or fill out the form below
and put it in the offering plate or bring it by the church office. Pre-orders for the Brunswick Stew will be collected
through October 28. These will be available for pick up from 8-11 am on November 10. After pre-orders are filled,
any remaining stew will be available on a first-come, first served basis. Pre-order forms are included below, and
additional forms are available in the Educational Building. Order early so you won’t miss out!
I can help:
Friday, November 9
12:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
9:00 p.m.—Midnight
__________
__________
__________
__________
Saturday, November 10
Midnight—6:00 a.m.
6:00 a.m.—8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
__________
__________
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I can provide baked goods for sale
__________
I can donate money to help purchase ingredients
$ __________
Signed: ___________________________________________
Brunswick Stew Sale
Name: _______________________________
Phone: ______________________________
Brunswick Stew & Bake Sale
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Pick-up 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
Macedonia Lutheran Church
421 West Front Street, Burlington
Number of Quarts: _____________________
Number of quarts ordered: _______
$6.00 / quart
Return this portion to church office
Keep this portion for your records
Brunswick Stew Sale
Brunswick Stew & Bake Sale
Name: _______________________________
Phone: ______________________________
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Pick-up 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
Macedonia Lutheran Church
421 West Front Street, Burlington
Number of Quarts: _____________________
Number of quarts ordered: _______
$6.00 / quart
Return this portion to church office
Keep this portion for your records
Greetings brothers and sisters in Christ at Macedonia,
My first semester in seminary is over halfway completed, and I wanted to give you all an
update as to what I have been up to thus far at Duke Divinity School. Seminary is both a challenge
and a blessing, and since Macedonia is a congregation that supports people who wish to enter
ministry in their theological education and formation, I wanted to let you all know what that
formation looks like.
My coursework this semester consists of Church History I, Old Testament I, Intro to biblical
Hebrew, and Intro to the education of Christians. My Church History course seeks to portray the
witness of the church throughout history – as of now, we are not even to the Middle Ages yet! A lot
of reading and writing are required for this course. My Old Testament class is one of two I will be
taking on the Old Testament, and its aim is to understand how Christians can read the Old Testament
– the Hebrew Bible – faithfully. For this class, we read the Old Testament as well as some
secondary material dealing with how the biblical texts were shaped and how they ended up as the
text we have today. These two classes take the form of two lectures a week with 170 students, and
then smaller discussion groups of 14 students each. My Christian Education course seeks to look at
different models of Christian Education to try to find a faithful and theological way to educate the
people of the church. There are many reading and paper assignments for this class as well. The
purpose of the Hebrew class is to teach the ancient Hebrew language so that one can read the
Hebrew Bible (our Old Testament) in the original language. This class requires about twelve hours
of homework per week.
Needless to say, the academic schedule is very rigorous! Yet, part of my formation in
seminary is participation in worship. I am being formed both in the classroom and out of the
classroom – through worship practice, Scripture readings, prayer, and fellowship with other
Christians. But my theological education and formation did not start when I began at Duke Divinity
School. I was formed and educated from a very early age by my church – by participating in
worship, youth group, choir, Sunday School, confirmation, and by learning from the examples of the
faithful people of Macedonia. Your ministry as a congregation was extremely formative in leading
me to seminary, and I thank God for your continued support.
Some of you may be wondering if I am trying to become Methodist – I am at Duke Divinity
School, and Jonathan and I have a field-education church placement at Providence United Methodist
Church. I assure you, I am as Lutheran as ever! But I see my education at Duke Divinity School as
a lesson in ecumenism – a way that I can learn from faithful Christians in other denominations –
something I believe will be very helpful for the church in the future.
As I said before, I thank God for the ministry of Macedonia Lutheran Church. Just as you
were so instrumental in my faith formation, so you are even now supporting, shaping, and molding
others in the faith to carry out the tasks of their vocations faithfully. One way Macedonia has shown
its support for me is through supporting me financially in my seminary education. I am so blessed
to be a part of a congregation that so values the importance of theological education for ministry in
the church. By supporting me you are supporting the ministry of the church at large, and I cannot
express how privileged I feel to be a part of your ministry. Continue to pray for me, as I do for you.
Your prayers and words of encouragement mean a great deal to me as well. May the peace of Christ
be always with you.
In gratitude and love,
Laura Voelkert Weant
HOMECOMING 2007!
Macedonians gathered on September 30 to celebrate another
wonderful Homecoming Day in our church's history! Our guest
pastor for the day was Rev. Dr. Carl Ficken, as well as his family,
including his wife Anne, daughter Catherine, and her husband,
Dwayne Fink, and son, Jacob.
Both children choirs, the
Reformation Ringers and Chancel Choir combined with the
Cathedral Brass and Organist Emeritus Terry Woodings provided
glorious music to the glory of God. Following the covered dish
luncheon the Fickens shared memories with those in attendance.
Sara DeLoache also shared a memory from Sunday School days
that involved the Fickens' son, Mark, and his 3 elephants. It was
wonderful to welcome the Fickens back to Macedonia and
Burlington; they were grateful to return, and we were glad to have
them participate in the yearly tradition we know as Homecoming!
HOMECOMING 2007
Macedonia Evangelical Lutheran Church
421 West Front Street
Burlington, NC 27215
Telephone 336-227-5554
October 23, 2007
Dear Macedonians,
As many of you know, it’s our tradition to collaborate with Holy Comforter Episcopal
Church and Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church to provide Christmas presents for Alamance
County children living in foster homes.
For those of you who are new to this project, here’s a brief overview. The children on the
attached list are placed in foster homes for reasons of abuse, neglect, broken homes or parents who
are unable to care for them. Foster care is considered a temporary arrangement until such time as
families can be rehabilitated or until the child can be adopted or placed in a more permanent
situation. Minimal funds for their care are provided by the state, but no money is allotted for toys or
special occasions. Our three churches do our best to fill this void. These children truly need our love
and support.
The children’s wish lists are divided among the three churches. We are responsible for
providing a memorable Christmas for all the children on our list. Please review the enclosed list and
consider providing for one of the children or perhaps you may want to buy one or more items and
combine efforts with another family or group. No gift is too small when given with love.
Remember, this is a “WISH LIST” of things they WANT and like all children, they write them all
down and hope. We do for them as we do for our own—the best we can. It’s important however, to
tell us specifically what you plan to buy so we don’t duplicate efforts.
If you cannot shop, a cash donation is certainly appreciated. Any amount is gratefully
received and will be pooled with other contributions to provide for the children. If you have access
to special items such as socks, stocking stuffers or any items we can use, please let us know.
We ask that you make your selections by Sunday, November 18 and call Vicky Hunley at
584-3407 to confirm your selection. We have a sheet outlining the specifics about labeling, dates
and so forth. Just stop by and see one of us at the angel tree in the Narthex. We’ll be there before
and after the services the next few weeks. Gift Drop Off date by Nov. 30 (church office).
If you have questions, please feel free to call. Please mail checks payable to: “Foster
Children’s Christmas Fund” c/o Vicky Hunley, 406 Neese Drive, Burlington, NC 27215.
Donations are welcome anytime, but requested by December 1.
We are truly thankful for the generosity of our congregation who has supported this ministry
through the years. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Vicky Hunley, Kay Johnson, Connie Poovey & Stephanie Braxton
Foster Children’s Christmas Committee
“When I was in want...my needs were supplied
by the people who came from Macedonia.”
2 Corinthians 11:9
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10/18 Church
Name
Sibling below
Jeremy
Jurnee
For Jaylan &
Jaydus to
share
Sibling above
Jaylan
Jaydus
Sibling below
Jaydus
Jaylan
First Name
8/18/1999
9/1/2005
9/1/2005
D.O.B.
Foster Children’s Christmas Wish List 2007
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Sweatpant and sweatshirt outfit
Size Large (girls)
Size 14
Dress for church
Craft project
Size 14
Reading & Math
Fisher Price
Size/Description
Coat
Books (no chapter books)
Educational CD's for computer
Handheld electronic games
Creative Art Center w/ folding chair
Learn Through Music Plus
Any type cardboard book that has music or
sounds to press on the side
Step 2 Fire Engine for Two
My First Scooter by Radio Flyer
Easy Score Basketball Set
Fun 2 Learn Alpha Bus Doodle
John Deere Phone & Key Set
My First Scooter by Radio Flyer
V-Tech--Winnie the Pooh Call-N-Learn Phone
Fisher Price--Little People Doodle Pro
Special Requests
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M
M
M
4
5
6
10/18 Church
Name
Mi'Kaya
Tatiana
Sibling above
Jurnee
Jeremy
First Name
3/9/2004
8/7/2001
8/18/1999
D.O.B.
Foster Children’s Christmas Wish List 2007
3.61
6.20
8.17
Age
F
F
M
Sex
Size 2 1/2
Size 10
Sneakers
Church outfit
Size 12
Size 12/Large
Size 8
Size 8/9
Shoes
Coat
Panties
Socks
Size 4T
Jeans, sweat suits, long sleeve tops & jacket
Small/medium
Gown & robe 4T, Shoes 11
Size 4T
Bike helmet
Dora the Explorer gown, robe and slippers
Handheld games for using in the car/Dora
Magna Doodle
Dresses, slips, tights and socks for church
Learnng & educational toys, computer software
Small/medium
Dora the Explorer bed pillow
Any educational toy
Size 11/Medium
Shirts/Blouse
Dora dolls
Size 11
Size 10
Coat
Pants
Surf's Up
Reading & Math
Size/Description
Play Station game
Chapter books
Educational CD's for computer
Handheld electronic games (any kind)
Special Requests
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M
M
7
8
10/18 Church
Name
Sibling below
Damon
Anita
Tori
First Name
5/11/2003
10/4/2002
D.O.B.
Foster Children’s Christmas Wish List 2007
4.44
5.04
Age
F
F
Sex
Baby Alive
Cartoons
Baby dolls
DVD's
Size 9
Size 5T
Shoes
Clothing (loves anything Dora)
Earrings
Dora Blanket & Pillow
DVDs
Diego Rescue Pack
Hideaway Dora
V-Smile handheld w/ games
Style Dress Dora
Bratz dolls
Barbie dolls
Learning computer
Pink
Size 10 1/2 or 11
Shoes
Games
Size 5T
Size/Description
Jeans, long sleeve shirts, socks & underwear
Special Requests
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M
M
M
9
10
11
10/18 Church
Name
Sibling below
Isaiah
Catherine
Xavion
Sibling above
Anita
Damon
First Name
8/4/1989
8/1/2003
5/8/1998
D.O.B.
Foster Children’s Christmas Wish List 2007
18.22
4.22
9.45
Age
F
M
M
Sex
The kind that goes on the door
Size 10-12
Size 3-4
Tarheel basketball goal
Clothing
Shoes
Writing, matching, coloring
Educational workbooks
Ethnic hair products
Digital camera w/ docking station
Gold or silver necklaces, braclets, rings
TV w/ DVD player
Twin size bedding
Iron and ironing board
Ring size 5
Size 11 1/2
Tennis shoes
Flat iron, curling iron, blow dryer
Size 5
Size 5
Football, basketball
Socks, underwear (spongebob), t-shirts
Pants and shirts
Bicycle w/ training wheels
(He is a big Tarheel fan)
Size 3-4
Size/Description
UNC Tarheel blanket & pillow
Handheld portable Playstation w/ games
Portable DVD player w/ DVDs
Remote control car
Skates
Playstation II w/ games
Special Requests
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M
M
M
M
12
13
14
15
10/18 Church
Name
Benjamin
Sibling above
Mirona
Dwayne
Sibling below
Dwayne
Mirona
Sibling above
Catherine
Isaiah
First Name
4/6/2007
7/24/2005
6/14/2003
1/3/2007
D.O.B.
Foster Children’s Christmas Wish List 2007
0.53
2.24
4.35
0.79
Age
M
M
F
M
Sex
Size 8
Shoes
Diapers
Car seat
Footed pajamas
High chair
Play tools
Big truck
Toy cellphone
Bicycle
Size 16-28 lbs.
For infant over 8 months
Size 1
Size 7
Shoes
Spiderman toys
Size 3T
Clothes
Elmo or Backyardagins DVD
Books
Earrings
Size 5T
Clothes
Educational games
Radio w/ CD player
Red or pink
Size 18-24 months
Spring and summer clothes
Crib and bedding
Name plate necklace, bracelet
Ages 1-3
Ages 1-3
Size/Description
Leap Frog learning toys
Elmo learning toys
Special Requests
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M
M
M
M
16
17
18
19
10/18 Church
Name
Kris
Nelida
Serenity
Rebecca
First Name
6/25/1997
4/21/1989
7/17/2007
1/15/1993
D.O.B.
Foster Children’s Christmas Wish List 2007
10.32
18.50
0.25
14.76
Age
M
F
F
F
Sex
King Kong game for Playstation 2
Madden 8 Baseball game for Playstation 2
Football game for Playstation 2
Nike tennis shoes
Blue jeans
Shirts
Remote control car
Underwear--boxers
T-shirts
CD player stereo
Air Force tennis shoes
Padded bras
Panties
Jeans
Blouses or sweaters
Fisher Price Magic Touch n Crawl
Fisher Price Go Baby Go Kickin Bobbin Gym
Fisher Price Musical Acitivity Barnyard
Fisher Price Rain Forest Jumperoo
Fisher Price Amazing Animals Sing & Go Choo
Choo
Even Flo Smart Step Exersaucer
Fisher Price Little Superstar Sing Along Stage
Black/white hoodie
Gift certificate--Wal Mart
Gift certificate--Goody's
Gift certificate--Foot Locker
I-pod Nano
Gift certificate--Bath & Body Works
Radio w/ CD player
Special Requests
Size 14
Size 14
Size 7
Size 12
Size 12
at Wal Mart in red box
White, Size 7
Size 34B
Size 5
Size 7-8
Size L
Lime green
Size/Description
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M
M
M
M
20
21
22
23
10/18 Church
Name
Darian
Darius
Donovan
Deniquia
First Name
2/15/1994
7/25/2000
3/16/2006
5/20/1996
D.O.B.
Foster Children’s Christmas Wish List 2007
13.68
7.24
1.59
11.42
Age
M
M
M
F
Sex
PSP System
Skateboard
Shirts
Pants
Football
PSP games
CD player
Basketball
Skateboard
Crayola art kit
Wrestling men
Hot Wheels track
Clothes
Shoes
Tricycle
Blocks
Tickle Me Elmo
Clothes
Shoes
Cars
Underwear
Pajamas
Bike
I-pod or CD player
Jordan shoes
Movie tickets
CitiTrends gift certificates
Gift card for CDs
Clothing
Special Requests
Size L-XL (Mens)
Size 34-33 (Mens)
Size 8
Size 2 1/2
(especially Kane)
Size small
Size 24 months
Size 24 mo-2T
Size 6 toddler
Size 12
Size 7
Size/Description
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Honoring Veterans
Gary Kirkbride, LFS Carolinas
Coming home from war can be a difficult experience for veterans. Soldiers who experience combat are often changed in ways that most
civilians cannot comprehend. In a recent study conducted by the University of California, San Francisco and the San Francisco VA Medical
Center, it was found that 31 percent of soldiers returning from Iraq between 2001 and 2005 were diagnosed with mental health and/or
psychosocial challenges. The most common diagnoses include post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorder, adjustment disorder,
depression and substance abuse disorder.
Many soldiers return with war injuries—from lost limbs to blindness to brain damage and countless other disabilities—that can make even
simple, everyday tasks incredibly difficult. Often such injuries make finding and maintaining employment nearly impossible.
Even soldiers who return without health issues frequently find it difficult to return to their “normal” prewar life. They may meet with
misunderstanding and even fear and anger from their friends, families or other civilians. And yet, these are the men and women who have
willingly put their lives on the lie for their country. While civilians may not be able to fully understand what veterans have endured and
sacrificed for their country, you can show them the respect they deserve and accept them with the loving, open arms of Christ.
On November 11, millions of people across the U.S. will celebrate Veteran’s Day. There are many ways you can take part in honoring our
veterans, this day and any other:
Write a veteran a thank you note, or send a letter to an entire Veterans of Foreign War or American Legion post
Write a letter to a soldier currently serving in the Middle East
Talk to your children about who veterans are, what they do and what their service means to our country
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If you would like more information on how you can support veterans visit www.vfwfoundation.org
Allied Churches Ministry Needs
Allied Church Ministry is in great need
of any of the following items:
Bleach
Lemonade
Laundry Detergent
V8 Juice
Antibacterial Kitchen Cleaner
Tea Bags
Toilet Paper
Jell-O
Dinner Napkins
Vegetable Oil
14 oz. Styrofoam Cups
Baking Soda
Any Baked Desserts
Corn Muffin Mix
Sugar
Grape Jelly
Vegetable Spray
Salad Dressings
Coffee
Vanilla Wafers
Canned Foods (tuna, beets, yams, vegetable soup, fruit)
You may bring these items to church,
but please mark them: “Allied Church Ministry”.
There is a box in the narthex for collecting these items.
Thanksgiving Eve Worship
& Pie Fest
We gather in our sanctuary on
Wednesday, November 21 at 7:00 p.m.
to celebrate Holy Communion.
We ask each family who comes to bring a bag of
groceries to place in front of our sanctuary altar.
All foods will be donated to Loaves and Fishes!
At 8:00 p.m. we gather in Luther Hall after worship
to enjoy our 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Pie Fest.
Every family make your favorite pie or buy one
and bring it. We will have milk and coffee to drink
and cool whip and ice cream to add to your pie.
Come for great pie and super fellowship!
HELP ELIMINATE HUNGER
I want to help neighbors around the world and close to home fight hunger and poverty through a gift to
the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. Enclosed is a check made out to ELCA World Hunger Appeal. To
donate with a major credit card, call 800-638-3522, or go to www.elca.org/giving
I would like to learn more about major gifts and planned giving opportunities
Sign up to be an ELCA World Hunger contact at www.elca.org/hunger/contact
My address has changed:
Name ________________________________________________________
Street ________________________________________________________
City____________________________ State_______ Zip ______________
Mail this slip to: ELCA World Hunger Appeal, 8765 W. Higgins Road, Chicago, IL 60631
The Evangelism Committee asks
Macedonia members to remember
the following people and their
care-givers in their prayers.
Nursing or Assisted Living Facilities:
Members: Margaret Foster, Room 306B, Twin Lakes
Health Care; Rev. Frank Ebert, Room 304B, Twin Lakes
Health Care; Charlotte Bivens, Apt. 106A, Twin Lakes;
Elizabeth Pickard, Room 227, The Homeplace; Maurice
Peace, Room 258, Twin Lakes Health Care; Bunny Webb,
Room 264, Twin Lakes Health Care; Evelyn Apple, Room
331, Twin Lakes Health Care; Helen Hollingsworth, Room
276, Twin Lakes Health Care; Howard Waters, Twin Lakes
Health Care; Tut Davis, Room 211, Edgewood Place;
Virginia Simpson, Apt. 308, Twin Lakes; Dollie Horne,
Room 31, Burlington Manor.
Friends: Jodie Cook, Twin Lakes Health Care; Zola
Wright, Room 330, Twin Lakes Health Care; Shirley
Wachs, Room 333, Twin Lakes Health Care.
Visits would be enjoyed by many of these, but please
check before visiting.
If you know of those whose names should be added to
this list, please call the church office at 227-5554. Your
help would be appreciated.
Chapter Leader Election Invitation
Northern Piedmont Chapter
An Evening You Won’t Want to Miss!
Pianist Matt Thompson in Concert To benefit
Habitat for Humanities of Alamance County
Alamance Lutheran Church
Saturday, November 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the Northern Piedmont Chapter
of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
A reception to follow the concert at which time election for
the 2008 Northern Piedmont Thrivent Board will be held
A drawing will be held for all new Thrivent Members
The church of the winner will receive an LCD projector,
screen, DVD/VCR combination, and cart! This gift will
provide a turnkey system to show movies, presentations, etc.
CHAPTER LEADER VOTING MUST BE DONE IN PERSON
AT THE CHAPTER LEADER ELECTION MEETING.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
SERVICE SCHEDULES FOR NOVEMBER
Acolytes
11/04
11/11
11/18
11/25
Megan Turner
Melissa Reeger
Marisa Gibson
Hannah Black
Jeffrey Walker
Maddie Johnson
Paige Claypool
Maddie Johnson
Children’s Message
11/11
Nancy Hemric
11/25
Bayard De Loache
Communion Assistants (8:15)
11/04
Cheryl English
11/11
Estelle Petersen
11/18
Frank Rhue
11/25
Mel Petersen
Communion Preparers & Assistants (10:30)
11/04
Frank Rhue
Charles DeBoard
11/18
Dan Voelkert
Janet Meisenbach
Crucifers
11/04
Spencer Voelkert
11/11
Grey Hunley
11/18
Josh Gibbons
11/25
Jacob Ingle
Dust Covers
11/04
Lettie Carlson, Ruth Matkins
11/11 & 11/18 Ellen Greeson, Debbie Gunyan
11/25
Millie Miller, Beverly Hiller
Greeters
11/04
11/11
11/18
11/25
Vern & Patty Misenheimer, Marie Hambright, Alyse Tickle
Ellen Greeson, Elizabeth Murray, Max & Betty Sigmon
Pearl Way, Anna Bass, Jim & Elaine Ysteboe
Randi Dunn, Sadie Hatley, Phyllis Allison, Rosalind Bowling
Lay Readers 8:15
11/04
Cheryl English
11/11
Shannon Lynch
11/18
Sandee Jackson
11/25
Greg Myers
Nursery
11/04
11/11
11/18
11/25
10:30
Nancy Hemric
Nancy Hemric
Marinelle Peery
Dan Voelkert
Julie Russell, Ben Scott
Ruth Matkins, Marisa Gibson
Cortney Honeycutt, Grey Hunley
Heilig Barnwell, Paige Claypool
Sound System
11/04 & 11/11
11/18
11/25
Nancy Simeonsson
Frank Rhue
Danny Van Fleet
Ushers
Dale Greeson—Chief
Brett Bass—Ass’t
John Greeson, Harold Fogleman, Charlie Harris, Randy Hunley,
Frank Rhue, Danny Van Fleet, Ben Scott, Bill Jefferies
Office Manager: Mrs. Tara Jernigan
Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday
Senior Pastor: Rev. Stephen C. Rust
is available 24 hours/day, 7 days/week by
calling the church office (227-5554), or after hours,
his home phone at 585-0666.
Associate Pastor: Rev. Dr. Dianne Dietz (436-0104)
THE MACEDONIAN
Macedonia Lutheran Church
Macedonia Lutheran Church
421 West Front Street
Burlington, NC 27215 Ph. 336-227-5554
Website: www.MacedoniaLutheran.com
Church
Senior Pastor—Rev. Stephen C. Rust
Associate Pastor—Rev. Dr. Dianne Dietz
Twin Lakes Center
Executive Director—Mr. Charles Harris
Dir., Pastoral Services—Rev. Craven Ford
NOVEMBER, 2007
Deadline for December, 2007
Newsletter—11/15/07
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