Abiding Presence Lutheran Church
Where every member is a minister
Affirmation of Baptism (Confirmation) at the 8:30 service. These young people will make public affirmation of their baptism:
A dessert reception in their honor, for the entire congregation, will follow between services. Desserts have been provided by the 6th and 7th grade families.
How Lutherans Interpret the Bible – 7 Sessions
April 17th through May 29th – 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Led by Pastor Jeffrey Ingold
Register on the table in the Narthex near the Pastor’s office, or
Email Pastor Jeffrey at: jeffreyingold@doveandcross.org
May 5 – Final Sunday School of the year
May 12 – Youth/Mother’s Day Service at both services
We will be having a combined “end of SS”/Mother’s Day reception in between the services. What a wonderful way to celebrate our Sunday School Team. Everyone is invited.
May 19 – Regular 2 service format, AoB Confirmation at 1st service followed by a potluck brunch in their honor, for the entire congregation, between services. Please bring a brunch item to share and join us in the Affirmation of Baptism celebration.
How Lutherans Interpret the Bible – 7 Sessions
Beginning April 17th through May 29th – 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Led by Pastor Jeffrey Ingold
Register on the table in the Narthex near the Pastor’s office, or Email Pastor Jeffrey at: jeffreyingold@doveandcross.org
Charlie Klusman is leading a review and conversation on provocative episodes from the popular video series, NOOMA, featuring Pastor Rob Bell. These videos will help the viewer engage in a refreshing look at faith against the backdrop of every day life. The class meets in the music room during the Sunday School hour.
Every Christmas we celebrate God’s greatest gift, Jesus. Jesus lived a perfect life of service, was crucified, and rose from the dead to proclaim that nothing, not even sin and death, can separate us from God’s loving presence. The Holy Spirit has given each of us unique gifts that God uses to help others see and experience Jesus’ love. Many of us, however, have never discovered or used our spiritual gifts. That’s why our congregation is offering the course Discovering God’s Vision for Your Life: You and Your Spiritual Gifts. This course is biblically based and answers questions such as these:
The course will meet on two consecutive Saturdays in January – the 19th & 26th – from 8:30am until approximately 2:30pm. Pastor Ingold and Jim Nelson will lead the discussions. A registration fee of $17 will cover the cost of course materials. Each session will build on previous sessions, so faithful attendance at all sessions is necessary. Registration indicates a participant’s commitment to attend all sessions. A sign up sheet is available on the table in the narthex. You may also register by calling the church office. For additional information, please contact Jim Nelson (919-900-7751)
To whom are spiritual gifts given? What is the purpose of spiritual gifts? How can I be sure which particular spiritual gifts I have? Are spiritual gifts perma-nent or temporary? What does the Bible say about each of the spiritual gifts?
The above questions are just a few of the ones a new course to be offered in our congregation will answer. The course will meet on two consecutive Saturdays in January – the 19th & 26th – from 8:30am until approximately 2:30pm. Pastor Ingold and Jim Nelson will lead the discussions. A registration fee of $17 will cover the cost of course materials. Each session will build on previous sessions, so faithful attendance at all sessions is necessary. Registration indicates a participant’s commitment to attend all sessions. A sign up sheet is available on the table in the narthex. You may also register by calling the church office. For additional information, please contact Jim Nelson (919-900-7751
SPIRITUAL GIFTS QUIZ (True/False)
The answers to this quiz are all false! Here’s how you can discover the truth:
Sign up for a new course – Discovering God’s Vision for Your Life: You and Your Spiritual Gifts. The course will meet on two consecutive Saturdays in January – the 19th & 26th – from 8:30am until approximately 2:30pm. Pastor Ingold and Jim Nelson will lead the discussions. A registration fee of $17 will cover the cost of course materials. Each session will build on previous ses- sions, so faithful attendance at all sessions is necessary. Registration indi- cates a participant’s commitment to attend all sessions. A sign up sheet is available on the table in the narthex. You may also register by calling the church office. For additional information, please contact Jim Nelson (919-900-7751).
Please join us during the Sunday School hour for a six week session entitled “Down+Out.” This centered life series helps all of us as God’s people rediscover what Martin Luther uncovered five centuries ago. There are two simple ideas, Justification and Vocation, so evident throughout Scripture, that are the foundation of the Christian Life. Down and out: it’s the life God gives us, the life to which God calls us. This series reintroduces us to the life-changing reality of God’s promises, and points the way to a completely different view of life in the light of where grace takes you. We will meet each Sunday through October 14.
Thank you! We are almost completely staffed for the upcoming Sunday School Year! We are still looking for a few willing volunteers:
• 1 more Teaching Assistant: for 5yr old-Kindergarten Class
• 1 more Teaching Assistant: for Grade 1 & 2 Class
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