Bulletin and Weekly 9:30 a.m.
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Bulletin and Weekly 9:30 a.m.
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church June 5, 2016 GATHERING SONG ELW 886 CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS (Stand) Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, abounding in steadfast love toward us, healing the sick and raising the dead, showering us with every good gift. Amen. 9:30 a.m., Third Sunday after Pentecost Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Just and gracious God, we come to you for healing and life. Our sins hurt others and diminish us; we confess them to you. Our lives bear the scars of sin; we bring these also to you. Show us your mercy, O God. Bind up our wounds, forgive us our sins, and free us to love, for the sake of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen. The apostle Paul assures us: “When we were dead in our trespasses, God made us alive together with Christ, nailing the record of our sins to the cross.” Jesus says to you, ☩ “Your sins are forgiven.” Be at peace, and tell everyone how much God has done for you. Amen. A WORD FOR THE CHILDREN (Sit) KYRIE (Stand) PRAYER OF THE DAY (Stand) Compassionate God, you have assured the human family of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Deliver us from the death of sin, and raise us to new life in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. FIRST READING: 1 Kings 17:17-24 17 After this the son of the woman, the mistress of the house, became ill; his illness was so severe that there was no breath left in him. 18She then said to Elijah, “What have you against me, O man of God? You have come to me to bring my sin to remembrance, and to cause the death of my son!” 19But he said to her, “Give me your son.” He took him from her bosom, carried him up into the upper chamber where he was lodging, and laid him on his own bed. 20He cried out to the LORD, “O LORD my God, have you brought calamity even upon the widow with whom I am staying, by killing her son?” 21Then he stretched himself upon the child three times, and cried out to the LORD, “O LORD my God, let this child’s life come into him again.” 22The LORD listened to the voice of Elijah; the life of the child came into him again, and he revived. 23Elijah took the child, brought him down from the upper chamber into the house, and gave him to his mother; then Elijah said, “See, your son is alive.” 24So the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the LORD in your mouth is truth.” The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. PSALM 146 1 Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD, O my soul! 2 I will praise the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God all my life long. 3 Do not put your trust in princes, in mortals, in whom there is no help. 4 When their breath departs, they return to the earth; on that very day their plans perish. 5 Happy are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the LORD their God, 6 who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them; who keeps faith forever; 7 who executes justice for the oppressed; who gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free; 8 the LORD opens the eyes of the blind. The LORD lifts up those who are bowed down; the LORD loves the righteous. 9 The LORD watches over the strangers; he upholds the orphan and the widow, but the way of the wicked he brings to ruin. 10 The LORD will reign forever, your God, O Zion, for all generations. Praise the LORD! GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Stand) GOSPEL: Luke 7:11-17 The holy gospel according to the seventh chapter of Luke. Glory to you, O Lord. 11 Soon afterwards [Jesus] went to a town called Nain, and his disciples and a large crowd went with him. 12As he approached the gate of the town, a man who had died was being carried out. He was his mother’s only son, and she was a widow; and with her was a large crowd from the town. 13When the Lord saw her, he had compassion for her and said to her, “Do not weep.” 14Then he came forward and touched the bier, and the bearers stood still. And he said, “Young man, I say to you, rise!” 15The dead man sat up and began to speak, and Jesus gave him to his mother. 16Fear seized all of them; and they glorified God, saying, “A great prophet has risen among us!” and “God has looked favorably on his people!” 17This word about him spread throughout Judea and all the surrounding country. The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. SERMON (Sit) The Rev. Dr. Phyllis B. Milton THE HYMN ELW 612 THE PRAYERS (Sit or kneel; the response to each prayer will be “Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.”) SHARING OF THE PEACE (Stand) The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you ANNOUNCEMENTS SONG (Sit) The Joy of the Lord Verse 1 Though the tears may fall my song will rise My song will rise to You Though my heart may fail my song will rise My song will rise to You While there’s breath in my lungs I will praise You Lord Verse 2 In the dead of night I’ll lift my eyes I’ll lift my eyes to You When the waters rise I’ll lift my eyes I’ll lift my eyes to You While there’s hope in this heart I will praise You Lord Chorus 1 The joy of the Lord is my strength The joy of the Lord is my strength In the darkness I’ll dance In the shadows I’ll sing The joy of the Lord is my strength Verse 3 When I cannot see You with my eyes Let faith arise to You When I cannot feel Your hand in mine Let faith arise to You God of mercy and love I will praise You Lord Verse 4 Oh You shine with glory Lord of light I feel alive with You In Your presence now I come alive I am alive with You There is strength when I say I will praise You Lord (Bridge) When sorrow comes my way You are the shield around me Always You remain Like courage in the fight I hear You call my name Jesus I am coming Walking on the waves reaching for Your light CCLI Song # 7047091 Ed Cash | Rend Collective © 2015 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Alletrop Music (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.) For use solely with the SongSelect Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 11139025 THE COMMUNION DIALOGUE (Stand) The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. PREFACE (Stand) It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through our Savior Jesus Christ. who on this day overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: THE THANKSGIVING (Stand) In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. Let us proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. Amen. THE LORD'S PRAYER (Stand) Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. THE OFFERING In this worship service, offerings may be given on your way to the altar for communion and placed in the offering plate, as well as visitor cards. COMMUNION All those who believe that in the Eucharist our Lord Jesus Christ offers us his gifts of love and forgiveness are welcome at the Lord’s Table. If you wish to receive by Common Cup, please extend hands—palms up. If you wish to intinct (dip), cross one arm across your chest. LAMB OF GOD (Sit) COMMUNION SONG Mighty to Save Verse 1 Ev’ryone needs compassion Love that's never failing Let mercy fall on me Ev’ryone needs forgiveness The kindness of a Saviour The hope of nations Chorus Saviour He can move the mountains My God is mighty to save He is mighty to save Forever Author of salvation He rose and conquered the grave Jesus conquered the grave Verse 2 So take me as You find me All my fears and failures Fill my life again I give my life to follow Ev’rything I believe in Now I surrender (Bridge) Shine your light and let the whole world see We're singing For the glory of the risen King Jesus Shine your light and let the whole world see We're singing For the glory of the risen King CCLI Song # 4591782 Ben Fielding | Reuben Morgan © 2006 Hillsong Music Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) For use solely with the SongSelect Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 11139025 PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION (Stand) The Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Amen. POST-COMMUNION CANTICLE ELW 483 (Stand) To verse 2. To refrain. To refrain. BLESSING (Stand) The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord's face shine on you with grace and mercy. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. In the name of the Father, the + Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen. SENDING HYMN ELW 860 (Stand) DISMISSAL (Stand) Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. GLORIA DEI WEEKLY 250 Fox Hill Road, Hampton, Virginia 23669-1793 Telephone (757) 851-2838 FAX (757) 850-3935 Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday www.gloriadeilutheranchurch.net e-mail: [email protected] Sunrise House: (757) 896-0800 www.sunrisehouse.net The flowers today are given to the Glory of God by Pastors Nathan and Phyllis Milton in celebration of their 42nd wedding anniversary. BIBLE BEGINNER BULLETINS are available for each Sunday’s service on the table in the Atrium. INDIVIDUAL HEARING AIDS are available from the ushers. Please return them to an usher after the service. SUPERVISED CARE for young children through age five is available in Room 115. RESTROOMS are located in the Atrium. PARENTS: If your children need to write or draw, please use the “For Little Lutherans” papers located in the pew racks #1—Serving Today USHERS: GREETERS: COMMUNION ASSISTANTS: READERS: CROSS & CROWN: NURSERY: SOUND TECH: 8:00 a.m. Kent Morgan, Don Padula Anita Hamilton, Debbi Ortiz Reverie Rowlett Matt Cousins Miles Campbell, Cam Fyfe, Mackenzie Grimm, Jacob Hutchison, Jonah Hutchison Maddy Cunningham, Miranda Venable Barry Hutchison 9:30 a.m. Jason Green Trish Glaab Anne Perry Pastor Wayne Harrison Josh Glaab 11:00 a.m. Stephen Dumesnil, Paul St. Pierre Ann Myers, Richard Peebles Ross Miller Kevin Morse Jordan Wheatley, Maddy Cunningham, Miranda Venable, Gabriella Newsome, Grant Cunningham, Cassy Todd Alexis Pfahl, Natalie Pfahl Bob Hess Alexis Pfahl, Natalie Pfahl Lynn Curtis #2—Ways in Which You Can Serve Please feel free to call the church office, 851-2838, if you have any questions about ways in which you can serve. This year’s Surf Shack VBS needs volunteers! Check out the opportunities at the bottom of the registration form on the back page of the Weekly and item #14. The Youth Yard Sale will be held August 13, so please save your reusable items to donate. See item #18. Did you know that our church can benefit from your shopping through Amazon Smile? See item #22. #3—Notice of Annual Congregational Meeting #6—Sunday School There will be only one worship service on June 26, at 10:00 a.m. followed by Gloria Dei’s annual congregational meeting. This year’s agenda includes election of three Trustees, one council member running for an additional term, and one new council member. See you there! 9:30 a.m. - Youth Sunday School Ages 3 - 1st Grade Leader - Julie Hutchison 2nd - 5th Grade Leader - Jack Adams Location: Children's Library Youth Sunday School End of the Year Celebration June 12 will be the last day of Sunday School for this school year. To celebrate, we will be hosting an End-of-the-Year Celebration during the 9:30 am Sunday School hour. All youth from both the 9:30 and 11am sessions are invited to join us for ice cream and sweet treats. There will be no 11am Sunday School that day. 9:30 a.m. Middle School Sunday School Leader: Vicki Venable; Asst. Leader: Carolyn Campbell Location: Room 132 A teen-driven bible study in an open discussion format. Using "Talking Points" books. 9:30 a.m. Senior High Youth Sunday School Senior High Youth meet for devotions, conversation, and donuts. Leaders: Bob & Peggy Sipes Location: Luther Library 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School Leader: Paula Jones Location: Conference Room (Room 103) #4—The Rose on the Altar The rose on the altar today is in celebration of the birth of Isabelle Thomas Dunn on May 19, 2016, in White Marsh, Maryland. Her parents are Jason and Jennie Dunn, and uncle is Ryan Dunn. Proud grandparents are Sandy Dunn and Kevin Morse, and great-grandmother is Young Judy. #5—Congregational Sympathy Congregational sympathy is extended to Gordon Robertson and family on the death of his brother, Alexander Victor Robertson, who died Tuesday, May 31, 2016, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Condolences may be sent to 1051 Clipper Drive, Hampton 23669. 9:30 a.m. Gloria Dei Designing Women Leader: Jill Ruhl Location: Simeon Center 11 a.m. Children's Church Leader: Cassie Curtis Location: Children's Library Ages 3-5th Grade featuring a video-based lesson, snacks, & fun! #7—Attention, Grads! If you are graduating from college or high school this year, please notify the church office with your name, school, future plans, and phone number. We will list you in our July/August newsletter and a Weekly, as well as invite you to our Baccalaureate service. Call 851-2838, or email [email protected]. Thank you! #8—Wanted: Scholarship Applications The Gloria Dei Men’s Breakfast Bible Study Group is accepting applications from Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Members for a $500 scholarship to be awarded for use in the study for higher learning. 1. Your name and address. 2. School you will be attending. Submit your application to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church C/O Scholarship Committee, Leonard Mayo 250 Fox Hill Road Hampton, VA 23669 or email [email protected] by today, June 5. #9—Tuesday Morning Bible Study If you’re looking for a Bible study that’s friendly, inquisitive, and led by the Spirit, come join us. We meet from 10 am to 11:30 am Tuesday mornings in the Simeon Center. Call Paula Jones, 850-2372, with any questions. #13—Our Love and Prayers go out to... Our members: *Joann Morrison, Jacob Hutchison, Laura Fox, Mitzi Siefers, Joan Hudgins, Tricia Moody, Margot Hooks, Eddie Freeman, Betty Crawford, Jill Dair We thank you for sharing your prayer concerns with the congregation. All names below will remain on the prayer list for the current month. Should you wish your loved one to continue on this list for another month, please call the church office the first week of each month to have them added. Our families and friends: Harry Hart, husband of Tiiu Hart Joe Morring, husband of Kim Morring, Gloria Dei School employee Matthew Nisbet, nephew of Brenda Nisbet, Gloria Dei School employee Lon Howell, brother of Jane Milan Hazel Fritz, relative of Ross and Kim Miller Debbie Gonzales, sister of Karen Igel Members and friends serving in the military who have asked for our prayers: David Black, USN Member of Gloria Dei Nate Borden, USN Friend of Jim and Jeane Fullen Mark Bradford, USN Husband of Marilyn Bradford Mo Calabrese, USA Member of Gloria Dei Trevor Carpenter, USN Friend of Gloria Dei Nicholas Griese, USAF Son of Vivian Griese Stephanie Griese, USPHS Daughter of Vivian Griese Joshua Hussey, USA Friend of Karen and Lauren-Grey Igel Benjamin Lee Leimgruber, USN Father of Kristin Leimgruber Paul Melton, USN Nephew of Ginny Melton Matthew Morse, USMC Son of Kevin Morse Robert Peebles, USN Son of Richard and Rosella Peebles Michael Roark, USAF Son of Vickie and Danny Roark Marc St. Pierre, USMC Son of Paul and Judy St. Pierre Paul St. Pierre II, USCG/FSO Son of Paul and Judy St. Pierre Sam White, USN Son of Andi White Richard Williams, USAF Son of Gerry and Joan Ehlers #10—Daybreakers Breakfast Bible Study The Daybreakers Breakfast Bible Study meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month, 8:00 a.m., at Crabtown, 1405 E. Pembroke Avenue in Hampton. We are studying Exodus. See you there! #11—Men’s Breakfast Bible Study The Men’s Breakfast Bible Study meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 a.m. at Vancosta’s Restaurant, 3830 Kecoughtan Road in Hampton. We are studying the Gospel of Mark. See you there! #12—Senior High Youth Group Today, June 5 - Progressive Dinner Begin in the Luther Library at 4:30 p.m. The youth will be solving puzzles to help them figure out what house they will be having their appetizer, salad, entrée, dessert. They will travel by bus, progressing their way through dinner. #14—VBS Volunteers Needed VBS will be held June 26 - 30 from 5pm-7:30pm. We are in great need of volunteers overall, but especially to fill three lead adult positions. We need a Games Co-leader with Julie Hutchison and one Preschool Team Co-Leader. Please contact Alison Phillips at (757) 788-9833 or [email protected] if you are interested. #15—JOY Luncheons Scheduled Come join us for some pleasant company, conversation, and the delight of a satisfying meal. Luncheons are scheduled on the following Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. Please call Joan Hudgins, 851-3532, by the Monday evening prior to the luncheon date if you cannot attend. July 6 August 3 Good Fortune Olive Garden #16—Diaconate Ministry The Diaconate Ministry is in need of more members to prepare and deliver food to those in need, such as recovering from surgery or illness. If you can help, please contact Lynn Graves at 753-5651 or [email protected] #17—WELCA - Women of the ELCA At Gloria Dei all women of college age and older are a part of Women of the ELCA. WELCA is an avenue to shared growth in spiritual development, women-centered Bible study, engagement in social ministry and social justice, and nurturing friendships rooted in our Christian faith. We also like having a good time while we do good stuff! Please feel free to get involved in any way your schedule will allow; there are no formal memberships or meetings. Great news for our support of Lutheran World Relief! We have assembled 41 Personal Care Kits thus far. We have just learned that the Virginia Synodical Women's Organization is gathering LWR kits at its Convention in August. Gloria Dei's WELCA Unit will continue to gather supplies to make Personal Care Kits for Lutheran World Relief. Last year we assembled 75 kits. Our goal this year is 100 kits!!! Your support makes a huge difference! “When LWR distributes Personal Care Kits, it’s often to people who have lost everything. In the wake of an earthquake, or having fled from violence as their homes were overtaken, they clasp a towel from a faraway place, with a bar of soap, a toothbrush…and washing up, they know that they have not been forsaken by the world. The very simple gesture of giving a Personal Care Kit can give someone the encouragement to start anew, starting with a bath. You can share God’s grace and love by providing that simple comfort.” #20—This Week at Gloria Dei Today .............. THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 a.m. WORSHIP 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 12:30 p.m. New Member Reception 4:30 p.m. Senior High Youth Event Tuesday........... 8:00 a.m. Daybreakers Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Worship Band Wednesday ..... 6:30 p.m. Midweek Bible Study 7:00 p.m. AA Next Sunday .... FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 a.m. WORSHIP 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 2:00 p.m. Needlework Ministries 7:00 p.m. Baccalaureate #21—Needleworkers Next Week The Needlework Ministry will meet Sunday, June 12, at 2:00 p.m. to continue our projects. We meet in the Atrium, and all are welcome. If you don't want to make the drive home following church, several of us go to Capri for lunch. Come join us; we'll be there about 12:45. Please contribute any of the following to reach our goal of 100 kits: We will collect items through June 30. 59 light-weight bath-size towel (between 20"×40" & 52"×27"), dark color recommended 104 bath-size bars (4-5 oz.) of soap, any brand, in original wrapping 52 sturdy full-sized combs 56 metal nail clippers [We have enough toothbrushes. ☺] WELCA Book Group: will meet Monday evening, June 6, 7:00 PM, at the home of Patty Kaufmann, 106 Mitchell’s Method, Yorktown. The book selection for this month is: The Gilded Hour by Sara Donati. Please contact Patty to let her know if you plan to attend. 868 6229, [email protected] Monday, June 20, Celebrate Sensational Sisterhood: Meet at Paradise Ocean Beach Club at Fort Monroe, 6:30 P.M. We will be "Sitting on the dock by the Bay." [Note it is the third Monday so we do not conflict with VBS.] Please contact Deb Bang or Judy Wagner St. Pierre to reserve your seat. #18—Yard Sale Yes, there will be a Gloria Dei Youth yard sale this year, on Saturday, August 13. So, hold onto your reusable items to donate. Collection dates, places, and time, will be advertised. #19—2016 Power in the Spirit By God’s Grace; this is most certainly TRUE. July 14-16, Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia. Please contact the church office for a complete brochure and registration forms if you are interested in attending. #22—Amazon Smile Link Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19. Shop at smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Use the link below in your email, or your website, and in social media to be directed to great Father’s Day gift ideas. http://smile.amazon.com/gp/charity/homepage.html?orig=%2Fg p%2Fbrowse.html%3Fnode%3D502661011&ein=54-109706 #23—Birthdays 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Karly Mayo, Blake Sexton, Lesa Shannon, Max Vanpelt, Stephen Via Rowena Cornwell, Sylvie Shannon Lynn Graves, Jay Hart, Katrina Krause Michael Kilgore Ryan Saloka, Mary Via Wade Brown, Jake Davis, Jen Fisher, Page Kremp Dylan Campbell, Mia Fuentes Vivian Reynolds, Madalyn Scherrer #24—Anniversaries 5 7 12 Melvin and Donna Lanning Mark and Dianne Congrove Oscar and Carol Godley Ron and Pam Hughes #25—Newsletter Opportunities Save Postage and Paper! Go Green! You are invited to receive your newsletter by email by notifying the church office, [email protected]. If your household is receiving multiple copies, you may also request some of the copies not be mailed to you. The deadline for the July/August issue is Wednesday, June 15, to [email protected]. Thank you!! #26—Notes to Gloria Dei #27—Flamingo Flocking Fundraiser Thank you so much for sharing some of the mementos for the 50 th anniversary celebration. Although Pam and I weren’t able to be with you in person, we enjoyed a taste of the festivities through these items. A great way to support the future youth retreats is to have someone “flocked.” The cost is $1.00 for each flamingo. Your first step is to contact Vicki Venable ([email protected]), 281-9468, or Peggy Sipes ([email protected]), 288-5689, to check on availability of the flock. Please complete a flocking form, located at the Information Desk, and include your check for payment. Dear Friends, May God continue to bless Gloria Dei’s ministry and mission for many years to come! You are indeed a chosen people, a royal priesthood. Peace, Tim and Pam Spring Dear Friends, ♥ ♥ ♥ Thank you for everything you did for me during my recovery. I am so glad to be a member of Gloria Dei. The meals were absolutely delicious! Love, Viola Board #28—Summer Worship Schedule June 26, one Service at 10 AM – followed by annual congregational meeting (no Sunday School). July 3 – September 4, two services, 8 AM and 10 AM, Sunday School at 9 AM. September 11, one Service at 10 AM – Rally Day and all installations (no Sunday School). Gloria Dei Lutheran Church 250 Fox Hill Road, Hampton, Virginia 23669-1793 Telephone (757)851-2838 FAX (757)850-3935 www.gloriadeilutheranchurch.net e-mail: [email protected] Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday Sunrise House: (757) 896-0800; [email protected] Gloria Dei is a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Congregational Council President .................................................................................................................................... Ernie Atkins Vice President ............................................................................................................................ Jason Green Council Members .................... Lynn Curtis, Rita Foringer, Todd Pfahl, Alison Phillips, Aaron Sutherland, Jenna Turner, Garth Wallis, Pastor Charles Bang, Pastor Phyllis Milton Treasurer .................................................................................................................................. Dawn Lomax Congregational Secretary ............................................................................................................. Ann Myers Trustees ....................... Fred Bradley, Jim Fullen, Paula Jones, Anne Perry, Mike Riley, Wayne Sutherland Mutual Ministry Committees Pastor Bang ................................................................................... Derry Mace, Joe Morrison, Pam Robnett Pastor Milton........................................................................... Dianne Congrove, Pam Hess, Leonard Mayo Staff The Reverend Dr. Charles D. Bang ...................................................................... Senior Pastor/Headmaster The Reverend Dr. Phyllis B. Milton ....................................................................................Associate Pastor Ms. Linda K. Robinson ................................................................................................................... Principal Mr. Richard C. Graves ............................................................................................... Director of Operations Mrs. Andi White .................................................................................................................... Music Director The Reverend Wayne C. Harrison ................................... Pastoral Director, Sunrise House Adult Day Care Mrs. Peggy R. Sipes ....................................................................... Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor Ms. A. Ann Myers ............................................................................................................. Church Secretary Mrs. Kim S. Miller ............................................................................................ Financial Records Secretary Mrs. Ann Riley .............................................................................................................. Child Care Director Mrs. Kelly Wilson......................................................................................................... Nursery Coordinator Mr. Craig Whitney .................................................................................. Director of Buildings and Grounds Mr. Kenny Hurt....................................................................................... Steward of Buildings and Grounds From the Virginia Synod’s Weekly Update The Village of Gloria Dei Lutheran School As Gloria Dei Lutheran School nears the end of their current school year, they show no signs of slowing in their mission to foster community through education and worship. Located in Hampton, VA, Gloria Dei has served as an educational ministry of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church for 43 years. From the start, Gloria Dei has excelled in providing its students opportunities to grow academically and spiritually. The hallmark of the school is its ministry that surrounds families, teachers, students, and staff. Linda Robinson, Principal of Gloria Dei Lutheran School, is a proud champion of the ministry her school has created over years, sharing that she finds her school lives and breathes the proverb, "it takes a village", and the Gloria Dei village is one unlike any other. "We are rather unique in that we are a church that has a school, and so we do consider our whole school program to be a ministry of the church," Principal Robinson explained of the school's Christian learning environment. Senior Pastor and Headmaster The Rev. Dr. Charles Bang as well as Associate Pastor The Rev. Dr. Phyllis Milton serve as a bridge between Gloria Dei's ministry within church and school. Pastor Milton is an especially recognizable face within the school as she leads students in chapel. Gloria Dei's ministry serves as both an expression of God's loving care and an example of how education and childcare are best implemented. The impact of ministry noticeably makes a difference in every aspect of the school. Principal Robinson said, "We're told over and over by families that tour our school that when they walk in the door there is a feeling of peace and happiness, and they feel welcome. In today's society, people are really looking for that." For the teachers and staff at Gloria Dei, their position is not simply a job to them, but a personal ministry in education with a foundation in the teachings of the church. "I think our teachers have a different mindset in the way they interact with the world and in how they care for others." Principal Robinson said. It's this mentality that makes all the difference in creating ties that last between students and staff far beyond the classroom. Gloria Dei Lutheran School serves a wide range of students, from preschoolers all the way through 8th graders readying themselves for the transition to high school. Making a change from middle school to high school can be challenging for anyone, but moving away from a school community that a student has known, potentially since preschool age, is something else entirely. The teachers and staff at Gloria Dei rise to this challenge year after year, working in partnership with parents to find the best fit for what's next for each and every graduating 8th grader. "We're very open with parents about their choices, and usually parents will narrow it down to a couple of schools and receive input from teachers and staff on what do we feel is the best for their children." The school also works hard to put parents in contact with former Gloria Dei students and their families that are now enrolled in area high schools. "That gives parents a chance to find someone to talk to and to answer any questions about how their child adjusted, as well as what the school is like." Students and families are guided through this big transition with the continued support and community of Gloria Dei surrounding them. The bond between student and school remains long after students depart. Principal Robinson shared that it's not uncommon for graduated students of Gloria Dei to return during big school events such as the school's Christmas programs. With these homecomings bring hugs between former students and teachers, and a reunion to a school where spirituality and education work hand in hand. The village of Gloria Dei Lutheran School is one that will live on well after students and teachers depart for the summer. The strong academic base and spiritual foundation each student receives at Gloria Dei is carried in students' hearts and minds for their lifetime. For the current 8th grade class there is assurance that, in the years following graduation, they will always be welcomed back into the halls and classrooms of Gloria Dei with open arms. You may register online at the following Website: http://2016.cokesburyvbs.com/gloriadei. If you have already registered, you do not need to re-register.