Messiah Lutheran Church

Worship Service: November 22
Order of Worship: November 22

Dear Messiah Lutheran and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church family,

Due to community spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Council of Messiah Lutheran Church has prayerfully decided in a unanimous decision to suspend in-person worship at Messiah effective immediately.

There will be no in-person worship at Messiah Lutheran Church beginning this Sunday, November 22.

Plans are being made to provide resources for families to use for worship at home.

A prayer in time of sickness:
Almighty and merciful God, you are the only source of health and healing; you alone can bring calmness and peace. Grant to us, your children, an awareness of your presence and a strong confidence in you. In our pain, our weariness, and our anxiety, surround us with your care, protect us by your loving might, and permit us once more to enjoy health and strength and peace; through Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Sincerely,
Messiah Lutheran Council

COVID-19 Response*

With the outbreaks of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the United States and around the world, our church and its leaders continue to minister to its members, to those who are hurting and searching for peace, and to those in need. You can help the ministries of the ELCA by supporting your local congregation and making a gift to the ELCA’s COVID-19 Response Fund. Your donation will provide funds to the ministries of the ELCA most in need and best positioned to help. This includes our congregations as well as local and churchwide ministries capable of reaching and assisting those in need. Additional resources for congregations and members regarding worship, stewardship and assistance programs are available at ELCA.org/PublicHealth.

*Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. “Re: [Seeds Monthly] Churches responding to COVID-19 .” Message to Laura Gregory. 23 April 2020. Email.

Messiah Church Monthly Messenger: November

Messiah Lutheran Church Picture Book

Volunteer for Saturday Suppers Sign-up

Coat Drive Begins November 14

We are still welcoming your donations of men’s and women’s coats. Messiah’s Coat Drive will take place during the Saturday Supper serving hour (3:00-4:00 p.m.) beginning on November 14^th, and continuing until we run out of coats.

Thank you for your generosity!

Gifts of Hope
Collecting Donations for Hope Harbor
Cold Medicine & Washable Toys
There will be a box labeled “Gifts of Hope”
in the narthex through November 29^th
Thank You for Your Generosity!

Life Line Screening December 2

Register for a Wellness Package: 4 vascular tests and osteoporosis screening from $149 ($139 with our member discount). All five screenings take 60-90 minutes to complete.

There are three ways to register for this event and to receive a $10 discount off any package priced above $129:
please call 1-888-653-6441 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com/communitycircle or text the word circle to 797979

Youth / Faith Formation
Faith 5 Meetings

Every Sunday at 7:00-7:45 pm via Zoom

This program is designed for all ages, and will include times of guided discussion and prayer.

Discussion:
*Highs for the week
*Lows for the week
*A Bible verse & how that verse relates to us
Prayer:
*Pray for One Another
*Bless One Another

We’re looking into ways to keep our youth connected during these difficult times. Please contact Pastor Steven, Father John, or Courtney Berg if you have any questions or concerns, or would like ideas on faith practices you could use at home.

Faith Lens Meetings
11:30 am, 2^nd Sunday of every month

This program is designed for middle/high school aged youth who want the challenge of connecting world events with the Bible & their faith. We will gather at a new location (spacious enough for us to comply with social distancing guidelins) for each meeting.

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Messiah!

Messiah Lutheran Church Sunday Service: 8:30AM

See what is happening at Messiah!

Messiah Lutheran Church Sunday Service: 8:30AM

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Messiah!