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A Monthly Publication of Shepherd of the Sea JUNE 2015 201 East Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, NC28512 www.soselca.org

Reflections on Bishop Bolick With the election of Tim Smith as the new bishop of the North Carolina

Synod, Leonard Bolick ends 18 years of serving the synod as bishop.

Bishop Bolick served during one of the most difficult times of this synod

and maintained a measure of poise and grace that I have rarely seen. He

has been a blessing and a mentor to me.

I wanted to share a couple of “encounters” I had with the bishop. The first time I met Leonard, he was not the bishop,

but “only” a parish pastor. I was in college working as a counselor at Lutheridge, and our CARE leader, who does a Bi-

ble study for the kids during the week, had some kind of emergency and could not come to camp. Leonard Bolick

stepped in at the last minute and led our group. Imagine trying to come up with a lesson plan for a week’s worth of ma-

terial in a day; this is what Pastor Bolick did, and he did it so well that the kids had no idea that he was a last minute fill-

in.

The next time I sat down and had a conversation with the bishop was when I was in seminary, preparing to graduate and

awaiting assignment to a synod. Now, I need to explain something here. When a student finishes seminary, he or she

enters what the seminarians lovingly refer to as, “the draft,” which is not unlike the NFL draft. Twice a year, all the

bishops of the ELCA gather together and “draft” graduating seminary students for their synod. Emily and I were wor-

ried that we might be sent somewhere like North Dakota. So in an effort to do what I could, I met with Bishop Bolick

for about an hour and we just talked. We talked about first call, we talked about my family’s hopes and dreams, and we

talked about the draft. I remember he was very pastoral, which is what you want in a bishop.

He, of course, could make no promises, but he asked me if another bishop thought they had a perfect call for me, would-

n’t I want to hear him or her out? And I agreed that ultimately it is the will of the Spirit, not my will, that counts.

As it turns out, I was called to North Carolina. Later, the Bishop told me that because North Carolina had so few open-

ings, they could only take one seminarian, and I was that one. Needless to say, I was and continue to be grateful that the

Spirit saw fit to send me back home and to Shepherd of the Sea!

And I am grateful for the work that Bishop Bolick has done over the years. May God bless him in his retirement as he

returns to his home in the mountains to fish and relax. Well done, good and faithful servant!

Grace + Peace,

Pastor Scott

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North Carolina Elects a New Bishop

The 2015 NC Synod Assembly elected a new bishop to replace retiring

bishop Leonard Bolick.

Timothy Marcus Smith

Married to: Wendy Smith

Born: 1/20/1960

Education:

B.A. Religion, UNC – Chapel Hill 1982

M.Div. Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg 1986

D.Min. Drew University Theological School 1992

Previous Calls:

Pastor, St. Paul Lutheran, Newton NC 1986-1993

Senior Pastor, Grace Lutheran, Boone NC 1993-2010

Senior Pastor, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Atlanta

GA 2010-2015

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON UPCOMING SERVICES

On June 21, Pastor Scott and the confirmands will be heading to Lutheridge. Since it

is a very long drive, our service time will be 8:30 am for that Sunday only.

July 5 will be our 3rd annual “throw back” service where will be using liturgy from the

early 20th century.

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Welcome New Members

Jeanie Best and Rich Donoghue

Jeanie and Rich are presently engaged to be married. Jeanie was born and raised in Bethlehem, Pa. She attended New-

berry College in SC to become an elementary school teacher. Jeanie has two grown boys and two grand boys . She has

resided in PKS for the last 15 years.

Rich was born in Yonkers, NY and grew up in Madison, CT. He graduated from the USAir Force Academy with a degree

in Electromechanical engineering. For the last fifteen years he was the Director of Service Operations for Eastman Kodak

Co. in Durham, NC. Upon retiring Rich has resided in PKS for the last year and a half.

Ford Heath

Ford grew up in upstate New York's Catskill Mountains. He is a Viet Nam era veteran. Ford retired from the North Caro-

lina Court System where he served as the courts Risk Manager. He currently is owner of Heath Mediation in Beaufort.

Ford loves to surf fish, read and volunteer for several local organizations. He has a daughter Tina and two beautiful grand

daughters, Helana and Brooke. Ford is married to Woody Shearin, the two have been together for 19 years. Ford loves

the folks at Shepherd of the Sea and would like to thank John and Polly for inviting him to worship with them.

Bottom Row L-R: Basher Family—Charlene, Hudson, Holden, Mike

Top Row L-R: Rich Donoghue, Jeanie Best, Ford Heath, Laura Gray

Laura Gray

Laura is a North Carolina native and raised in Asheville. She has seven children, 14 grandchildren, and 19 great-

grandchildren. Her first husband, Marvin Dawson, was a Marine and was stationed in Virginia, Hawaii, California, and

North Carolina during his 20 years in the service. He retired in1969 and he passed away in 1971. In 1977, Laura married

Carl Gray. Carl worked for AT&T and retired in 1991, and she retired from her position as secretary to the Chairman

and CE0 of Banc One Corporation in 1995. She and Carl spent much of the following two years in Beaufort, and then

moved here permanently in 1997. Carl passed away last year. Eastern North Carolina has truly become Laura’s home,

and she is delighted to be a new member of Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church.

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Picture Perfect

Emily Moles presents a check

to Martha’s Mission for over

$3000 to feed the hungry.

2015 NC Synod Assembly

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UPCOMING YOUTH EVENTS

June 17 Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA

June 21 – 27 Confirmation Camp, Lutheridge

July 6 – 10 VBS, contact Cheri Collins for more info

July 15 – 19 National Youth Gathering in Detroit, MI

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to our college graduates: Madison

Maxwell graduated from North Carolina State Uni-

versity with a B.S. in Sports Management, and

Daniel Collins graduated from the University of

North Carolina – Greensboro with a B.A. in Music

Education. May God bless you both in all your

endeavors!

Prayer lists can be picked up in the

Narthex. To add or remove a name,

complete a form and email it to in-

fo@soselca.org. or drop it in the offering plate.

You may also call the church office.

CHURCH HAPPENINGS AND UPCOMING EVENTS

WOMEN OF ELCA There will be a dutch treat luncheon on June 5th at Noon at the

Clamdigger Restaurant. Please call Linda Holden at 252-240-

1858 if you plan to attend.

PLEASE SIGN UP TO HOST THE FEL-LOWSHIP HOUR

Please sign up for the Coffee and Fellowship

Hour on the sheet on the kiosk in the narthex. It’s

easy. Pat Castagna or Lauren Herbst will be hap-

py to show you where everything is located and

how to set it up.

ALTAR FLOWERS The order for the altar flowers will be

placed the first of the month only! The sign up

sheet for flowers is on the new kiosk. The

cost is still $35.00 payable to the church.

LET US KNOW WHAT IS GOING ON

If you or a loved one, or even a friend is hospitalized or de-

ployed, please let the church office know so that we can pray or

visit as needed.

NEXT NEWSLETTER DEADLINE

The deadline for July SeaNotes submission is June 22nd. Please

call the church at 726-7465 or email to info@soleca.org to

submit articles you wish to be included.

PASTORAL EMERGENCIES Please contact the church office during office hours. At any other time, contact Pastor Scott Berry at 336-312-6276 or

252-777-3067.

JUNE LECTIONARY READINGS

6/7 Genesis 3:8-15 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 Mark 3:20-35

6/14 Ezekiel 17:22-24 2 Corinthians 5:6-17 Mark 4:26-34

6/21 Job 38:1-11 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 Mark 4:35-41

6/28 Lamentations 3:22-33 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Mark 5:21-43

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MARTHA’S BASKET TO FEED THE HUNGRY Save one family from hunger by donating food or cash during Martha’s Mission Cup-board’s annual Food-a-Thon. Needs:

Canned vegetables and fruits, peanut but-

ter, jams and jellies, cooking oil, cereal and crackers, dia-pers, toothbrushes and toothpaste, pasta and sauce, dressing mix, shampoo

$15 buys 12 packages of hot dogs or 24 boxes of mac and

cheese

$20 buys a case of jelly or 15 dozen eggs

$25 buys a case of peanut butter or applesauce

$30 can feed one parent and one child for one week. Save one family from hunger by donating food or cash during Martha’s Mission Cupboard’s annual Food-a-Thon.

CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS • BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION ALUMINUM CAN PULL TABS

Continue clipping and saving Campbell Soup UPC Codes from

the labels, Box Tops for Education labels and Aluminum Can

pull tabs. Collection boxes for these items are located in the

narthex.

PAY IT FOR CHANGE TO END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Pay it for Change was such a success in March and April for Martha’s Mission that our youth want to continue to challenge the congregation to help those in Carteret County in need. June will focus on the Carteret County Domestic Violence Program. “Pay it for Change” means the Change in your pocket for the purpose of Changing domestic violence in Carteret County. Drop your change and dollars into the container in the Narthex. Or, make a check to Shepherd of the Sea and write “Domestic Violence” in the memo section. Here are other ways to help fight Domestic Violence: • Collect your small hotel soaps, shampoos, toothbrushes and other toiletries you’ve collected and donate them to the Car-teret County Domestic Violence Program. Place your donations in the box in the Narthex or drop them off at Caroline’s Collecti-bles. • Donate your clothing and shop at Caroline’s Collectibles, an upscale resale outlet, at 3716 Arendell, Morehead City. This is your chance to be the Change you wish to see in the world.

EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF MINISTRY

We are looking for volunteers to serve Holy Communion to our homebound members. If you feel called to be a part of this wonderful ministry, contact Frank Gault. His email address is: liveoak@coastalnet.com

Missions of Grace

HOPE MISSION

We are looking for volunteers who would like to help serve a meal to the homeless at Hope Mission. If you are interested, please contact Marita Bretzke at maritabretzke@yahoo.com

CARTERET COUNTY DO-MESTIC VIOLENCE PRO-GRAM

The Carteret County Domestic Violence Program helps support happy, healthy,

safe, and strong families by helping women, men, and children rebuild their lives. Domestic Violence affects people from all walks of life and you can help stop the cycle. Services they provide include 24-Hour Crisis Lines, Safe Emergency Hous-ing, Case Management, Counseling, Safe Date Program, Caro-line’s Collectables, Food Program, Court Advocacy Program, Minority Outreach, Elder Abuse Awareness.

Their Hot Line is 252.728.3788 or 252.393.6361

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Letters and Notes Received

Greetings in Christ’s Holy Name,

The congregation of Shepherd of The Sea Lutheran Church was lifted up in prayer on the

Seventh Sunday of Easter by the congregation of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Lumberton,

N. C. We shall continue our prayers for the Shepherd of The Sea Lutheran Church - Atlan-

tic Beach Community throughout this week. As we seek greater unity among congregations

of the North Carolina Lutheran Synod and continue to follow the Spirit’s lead toward

shared mission, we shall lift up four Lutheran congregations each week during this year.

May the Lord bless you and keep you in His Grace,

The congregation of Saint Mark’s Lutheran Church

Lumberton, North Carolina

Winnie Maxine Julia Robert & Julie Larry Carol

CJ Sandra Mary C Danielle Shelia

Pastor Volley Shirley Cam Myra Jamie

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CHURCH COUNCIL Laurie Eudy, President (252) 726-8875 we3eudys@centurylink.net

Kerry Moles (252) 393-6685 kmoles@va.net

Kim Condie,

Council Secretary (252) 726-8687 kcondie@ec.rr.com

Pat Castagna, Fellowship (252) 504-3222 castagna_pat@yahoo.com

Judy Nelson, Christian Ed (252) 764-2754 jarlnelson@msn.com

Wayne Dabbs, Property (252) 241-4417 wedabbs@ec.rr.com

Karen Cartlidge, Evangelism (252) 726-6734 kampingkaren@gmail.com

Pastor Scott Berry (252) 777-3067 pastorscott@soselca.org

Pastor Scott Berry (cell) (336) 312-6276

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