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June 2005 Newsletter
    
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NEW WORSHIP SCHEDULE
NEW WORSHIP SCHEDULE BEGINS - JUNE 19, 2005
9:15 a.m., Traditional Worship - in the Sanctuary; 1:30 a.m., Contemporary Worship - in the Fellowship Hall; Coffee House - 9:15-10:10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall; 10:15-11:30 a.m. - in the Market Street Entryway
PARKING REQUEST
On June 19 the NEW worship schedule will begin at Faith Lutheran Church. Parking may be a bit tight, since there will be only 15 minutes between services, so the Church Council makes these suggestions.
PLEASE leave the first row of parking spaces, particularly those near the doors, for those with mobility challenges. WHY NOT get a bit of exercise by parking in the spaces in the far corners of the lot or in the bank parking lot to the east? REMEMBER, the West Market Street doors are unlocked; consider parking in front of the church (facing east) or in the parking lot across the street. LESS CONGESTION will occur if those attending the 9:15 a.m. service park on the west side of the lot and those attending 10:30 a.m. worship park on the east side.
We thank you in advance for your graciousness during this time of transition!!!
Worship Team
Worship Team Plans Liturgies for 9:15 a.m. service
When the new worship schedule begins on June 19 the liturgical (traditional) service will be held at 9:15 a.m. in the Sanctuary. The following format has been developed by the Worship Team for that service.
During all church seasons except Advent and Lent:
First, Second and Fourth Sundays – “Now the Feast and Celebration” Liturgy; Third and Fifth Sundays – Lutheran Book of Worship, Settings I and II; Holy Communion will be celebrated on the First and Third Sundays.
During the seasons of Advent and Lent: A new (to Faith) liturgy will be learned and used during both seasons.; Holy Communion will be celebrated weekly. Also, the Order of Service will be changed for special services and when there is a combined service. This format will be evaluated for continued use in June 2006.
Kinship Cafe
Introducing the Kinship Cafe
Coming to Faith Lutheran Church on Sunday, June 19th a café like no other. Create a connection over a cup of coffee or tea, and in the process turn a Faith acquaintance into a friend.
The café hours of operation are: Fellowship Hall - 9:15-10:10 am; Market St. Lobby - 10:15-11:30 am
We need your help in the following areas: baking, serving, and clean-up! Look for the sign up sheet in the Market St. Lobby and please give us a helping hand as we get this wonderful fellowship opportunity off the ground.
There is no need to go out for coffee any longer on Sunday mornings when you can get a wonderful cup of coffee in the Kinship Café. If you know anyone who enjoys a cup of coffee or tea, and a friendly chat, we would love to welcome them on Sunday morning from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m.
Explorer’s Club
Explorer’s Club Welcomes New “Captains”
After many years at the “helm” of Explorer’s Club, Dana Singer has asked to step down and use her gifts and talents to serve God in other areas. We thank Dana for the fun, creativity, and spontaneity she poured upon this program and wish her well as she continues to serve. Thanks, too, to Barb Hinderegger (a fairly new member of Faith) who helped Dana this year.
We are thrilled to say that after a time of prayer and discernment, two new people have stepped forward to fill these important ministry positions. Heather Stafford and Barry White will be leading Explorer’s Club into our new school year. Both are gifted and qualified for this important area of ministry. We ask your prayers and support for Barry and Heather as well as our entire Explorer’s Staff as they serve God in this way.
We need your help in the following areas: baking, serving, and clean-up! Look for the sign up sheet in the Market St. Lobby and please give us a helping hand as we get this wonderful fellowship opportunity off the ground.
Youth News
The Youth Auction has been rescheduled for Saturday, August 20. It will be held during the Faith Family Fun Day at the Boes Farm. June 5 - Contemporary service at 9:15 & Panera following. June 12 - Contemporary service at 9:15 with recognition of 2005 graduates. No Panera today. June 19 - Leo & Wendy out of town. June 22 - First High School Retreat of the summer! Meet at the Church at 3 p.m. Return to Church on Thursday at 4 p.m. You’ll need sleeping bags or blankets (something softer to sleep on besides our floor!), bathing suits if you want to swim in the pond, change of clothes, a snack to share, other necessities for an overnight stay.
Those four youth being confirmed in the Fall are welcome to join us for this retreat and all other high school activities from now on!
June 25 - Alive Fest at Clay’s Park in Canal Fulton. More info to come. June 26 - Contemporary service at 10:30 & Panera.
Congratulations Graduates!
Graduating from High School - Kelly Birdsell, Chris Garman will be attending the University of Akron; Dale Gsellman will be attending the Air Force Academy; Kylie Kotowski will be attending Furman University; Tammy Lightle will be attending Ohio State University; Ellen Mackall will be attending Baldwin Wallace; Adam McClish will be attending Virginia Military Institute; Evan Nelson; Heather Parker; Victoria Schnell will be attending St. Louis University, St. Louis; Cole Schwan; Lucy Schwan will be attending the University of Akron; Rebecca Schwarze will be attending Ohio State University
Graduating from College: Christopher Lee graduated from Ohio Northern University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Engineering.
July 4 Water Distribution:
Faith Lutheran Church will not be represented in the Fairlawn July 4 Parade this year due to a lack of response to the request for organizers.
HOWEVER . . . We will be distributing bottles of water along the parade route with a “Welcoming” label inviting parade goers to worship with us. This is a great family activity. Please contact Carolyn Wagar if you can help with the water distribution, and also if you can lend a wagon for this project. The parade is at 6:30 p.m. on July 4, along West Market Street between Fairlawn Towne Center and Summit Mall.
Synod Assembly
Northeastern Ohio Synod Assembly Summary
April 30, 2005 - John S. Knight Center—Akron
Bishop Marcus Miller presided and preached at the opening eucharist, reminding the assembly that there is too much death around us, but that as we are Easter people we are taught that Christ visits us in the midst of death. He is with us forever and there will be a reunion in heaven. In the midst of death we say “Christ Is risen! He is risen indeed, Alleluia!” The way to make the journey is to believe in Christ’s death and resurrection.
Special Event - Dr. Lance Masters, president of Thiel College, presented an honorary degree, Doctor of Divinity, to Bishop Marcus J. Miller on behalf of the college, thanking him for his compassionate leadership in ministry.
Recognized Anniversaries:
Congregations - 175th: Caanan, Creston; St. John, Lakeville (McZena); Oakland, Mansfield; St. Michael, Marshallville; Jerusalem, Seville. 50th: Faith, Fairlawn; Messiah, Newton Falls.
Sexuality Report. Three options (A,B, or C) were presented, discussed and voted on this subject. The assembly recommended that the NEOS memorialize the 2005 ELCA Churchwide Assembly to adopt the following resolution as a substitute for the ELCA Church Council recommendations: That the ELCA (1) Affirm and uphold current policy and practices consistent with past understandings of Visions and Expectations, Definitions and Guidelines for Discipline, and the social statements of the LCA and the ALC; (2) Admonish individuals, communities, congregations, and synods that any discipline that may result in response to actions contrary to those policies be undertaken with all humility in the knowledge that we see through the glass darkly. May we forgive as we wish to be forgiven. Remembering the log in in our own eye, may Christian charity guide our ways; and (3) Beseech individuals, communities, congregations, and synods, who for reasons of conscience will act contrary to the aforementioned policies, to graciously accept and endure the discipline of the church for the sake of peace, secure in the knowledge “that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.” (Romans 8:18)
The assembly closed with the installation of newly-elected persons, and the commissioning of the 23 youth and adult workers who will be traveling to our companion synod, the Northern Dioscese of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Southern Africa in June 2005.
Church Tablecloths
The tablecloths that are currently stored in the Bridal Room closet are available for church related events within the facility. They may be used by any Faith Lutheran Church member or member-group. The care and maintenance of these linens shall be the responsibility of the group or individual using them. There are specific instructions for their care. Any questions? Call Maxine Heldridge (330-836-3248.
Thank You’s
Dear Members, Your prayers, cards, and love have sustained me for the last five months. I appreciate the lovely prayer shawl and display it proudly. I hope to see all of you again soon now that my surgery is over and I am recuperating. Affectionately, Thelma Ottiger
I would like to thank all those who participated in our “Creation Choir”. I appreciate all the time you gave for our rehearsals and all your hard work. Sincerely, Lowell Unger
Space Report
The Space Utilization Task Force wishes to thank all members of Faith who attended the two “Space Forums” in April and who completed the Space Questionnaires at the church services on May 1st. The Task Force is now studying all of the information gleaned from this effort. Extensive notes have been compiled from the two Forums (attended by 50 people), six single-spaced pages of questionnaire comments have been collated, and an analysis of 185 questionnaires has been completed. Members of the Task Force are now writing summaries that will eventually be combined to form a report to the congregation. The completed report is anticipated by early summer. Members of the Task Force are: Wendy Boes, Dineen Dowling, DuWayne Hansen, Ole Latham, Garth McHenry, Rae Welker, Carrie Wells, and Pastor Jean Hansen.
SPRING CLEANUP DAY
A SUCCESS!
Many thanks to all those who worked this year to make our annual Spring Cleanup Day a success! Thirty-seven of Faith's faithful washed windows, hauled and spread mulch, filled in low places in the lawn, painted, beautified the courtyard, spread crushed stones, and so forth.
Patti White provided a filling lunch after the work ceased. A big "thanks" to those who helped organize the day's activities and to everyone who helped out!
Endowment
The Endowment Committee extends its sincere “THANKS” to the entire Faith congregation for the prayers and financial contributions in support of Endowment Sunday. So far this year, the Endowment Fund has received 25 cash contributions (totaling $29,100) and 7 planned gifts--- in pursuit of its goal of $50,000 and 50 planned gifts.
The current campaign continues through Faith’s 50th anniversary celebration in September. Since only income from the Fund is used for charitable purposes, a gift to the Endowment Fund “gives” year after year. If it is within your means, please consider a gift. Pamphlets are located outside of the Fellowship Hall or you can see any committee member for more information.
Your Endowment Committee: Bill Evans, Don Johnson, Ann Snyder Britton, Lowell Unger, Mark Watkins and Pastor Jean Hansen
Hello Friends!
On June 25, 2005 your friends Lunette and Bill Wessner will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. They will be on an Alaskan cruise with their family. (That’s us!) We would like to surprise them on that cruise with a “showering of good wishes from friends near and far”. Want to participate? Send us a card, a story, a picture, or other memento of your friendship. We will be traveling by air also, so please do not wrap anything - remember we have to answer the question: “Has anyone given you anything to take on this flight?”
Please send your greeting by June 20th in care of: Susan and Bill Wessner 3577 Stauton Road Youngstown, Ohio 44304-1937 You may reach us by phone at 330-759-3138 or email at susanandbeillwessner@prodigy.net
Peace,Pastor and Mrs. Bill Wessner - PS: Congratulations on your 50th Anniversary!
A Special Reception will be held from 10:15-10:45 a.m. on June 12 in the Fellowship Hall area to congratulate Faith staff member Carolyn Wagar and Kurt Heir on their marriage on May 27. Please plan to come and meet Kurt as we celebrate with them.
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
for KEN’S SOUPERS (Hospice Soup Cooks) on Saturday, June 18th 5:30 p.m. at the home of Lori & Jack VanAntwerp, 3730 Sweet Briar Drive, Medina
Whether you made soup for hospice on a regular basis or just cut up a carrot or a teary onion or helped with its delivery to Hospice you are invited to join us for dinner and fellowship. Your family is also welcome. RSVP: Lori (330 239 1849) or Sally (300 825 8477)
Summer Bible Study
June 22-July 27 Six Sessions 7:00-8:15 p.m. on Wednesdays OR 10:00-11:15 a.m. on Thursdays Fellowship Hall Pick the time that works for you; the same materials will be covered at each time! If the Apostle Paul was writing, “To the church of God that is in Fairlawn…” what would he have to say to us? We will study chapters 1-4, 12 and 13 of his first letter to “the church of God that is in Corinth” (I Corinthians) and apply his teaching to ministry at Faith Lutheran Church in 2005.
Annual Benefit
St. Luke 8th Annual Benefit
Raintree Country Club - Wednesday, June 29 - 10:00 a.m. (Registration begins at 9:00 a.m.) The event will feature a day of golf on the 18-hole championship course, cart, lunch, hole-in-one contests, raffle prizes and a buffet dinner in the club dining room. Proceeds will go to the St. Luke Foundation resident assistance program. Registration forms are available in the church office.
Faith Golf Outings
June 26, July 31, August 28, September 18 These are the dates scheduled for the Faith golf outings at Pine Valley Golf Course in Wadsworth. Anyone interested in hosting a lite supper after one of these outings should please contact Sally Hauth, 330-825-8477.
Faith Fun Day
Saturday, August 20 - 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. at the home of Leo and Wendy Boes
There will be food, fun, and fellowship for people of all ages. Reservations will be required for this event and guests are welcome. To reserve your spot, or for more information, call the church office or e-mail Carolyn at FaithMinistry@sbcglobal.net
50th Anniversary Celebration
Lifting High the Cross Yesterday, Today and Always - September 25, 2005 - Worship—10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary - Banquet—1:00 p.m. at the Fairlawn Hilton
Please plan to attend Faith’s 50th Anniversary Celebration luncheon featuring a full-course buffet menu. Families are encouraged to attend as this celebration is for everyone. Invitations will be forth coming. Mark you calendars now to attend this Special Event. The 50th Anniversary Committee Lois Chaffee, Chairperson
In Our Prayers:
Health Concerns: Faith member Bill Dobkin; Faith member Cherli Gsellman; Faith member Thelma Ottiger; Faith member Halle Schmidt;
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