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Volume 17, Issue 12 1 CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH The Clarion The Clarion Mission Statement: Christ Lutheran Church exists to “...continue to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with members, community & the world”. Volume 17, Issue 12 December 1, 2014 “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” Colossians 3:15-17 CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM You will definitely want to be in Worship on Sunday, December 21 st , as our children (K-8 th grade) present the Christmas program, “Comfort and Joy.” CHILDREN’S PROGRAM REHEARSALS AND A BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR JESUS The Children’s Christmas Program rehearsals will follow the Wednesday night services on the fol- lowing nights: December 3 rd ; and December 10 th . They will also have a dress rehearsal at 9:30 A.M. on Saturday, December 20 th , and then a Birthday Party for Jesus at 11:30 A.M. that morning with cake and a craft. The final rehearsal will be, Wednesday, December 17 th , following the Advent Service. All children, Kindergarten-8th grade, are encouraged to attend these practices. Dear Friends in Christ, I want to share what I believe to be great wisdom that I heard from a friend. When you are truly grateful for something, you don’t just tell people that you are thankful, but you actually do stuff to take care of it. If you are grateful for your car, you change the oil, check the res, and wash it. If all you do is talk about how thank- ful you are, but never take acon, your car will eventually fall apart. What other examples of taking steps to show gratude and value of something could you think of? In Colossians 3:15, Paul encourages us to take care of the peace that Christ delivers to us through faith. He concludes verse 15 with the encouragement to be thankful. Verses 16-17, if you are watching for it, are nothing more than steps to take in order to take care of the peace that comes with knowing Christ. It is not enough to just talk about it! Instead, dwell in the Word and let it dwell in you. Don’t go to church, read the Bible, think of someone to pray for, and then forget about it. Take acon to let those things soak in and impact your life. He reminds us that we should also be interacng with each other concerning the Word. It is mighty difficult to teach and admonish one another in regard to the Word if we don’t know it. So, Paul adds that we could be singing the Word via hymns, the Psalms and other Spiritual songs. Finally, we can enjoy lots of pracce with taking steps to protect and foster our peace, because we can do it with what- ever we are doing! It’s as if God really expects our habits, rounes, preferences, and lives to change when we know Jesus. He does. And those things will change. Can you imagine what would happen to our congregaon if we all took steps to take care of the peace that God has given to us? I’m sure it would be more than we could ask or imagine. That is just how good God is, and how perfectly He delivers His giſts! May you take steps to take excellent care of the peace and salvaon that God has given to you through faith in Jesus! Yours in Christ, Pastor Grunklee
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Volume 17, Issue 12 1
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCHCHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH
The ClarionThe Clarion
Mission Statement: Christ Lutheran Church exists to
“...continue to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with
members, community & the world”.
Volume 17, Issue 12
December 1, 2014
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the Word of
Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs
with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving
thanks to God the Father through Him.” Colossians 3:15-17
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
You will definitely want to be in Worship on Sunday, December 21st, as our children (K-8th grade)
present the Christmas program, “Comfort and Joy.”
CHILDREN’S PROGRAM REHEARSALS
AND
A BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR JESUS
The Children’s Christmas Program rehearsals will follow the Wednesday night services on the fol-
lowing nights: December 3rd; and December 10th. They will also have a dress rehearsal at 9:30
A.M. on Saturday, December 20th, and then a Birthday Party for Jesus at 11:30 A.M. that morning with cake and a
craft.
The final rehearsal will be, Wednesday, December 17th, following the Advent Service. All children, Kindergarten-8th
grade, are encouraged to attend these practices.
Dear Friends in Christ,
I want to share what I believe to be great wisdom that I heard from a friend. When you are truly grateful for
something, you don’t just tell people that you are thankful, but you actually do stuff to take care of it. If you
are grateful for your car, you change the oil, check the tires, and wash it. If all you do is talk about how thank-
ful you are, but never take action, your car will eventually fall apart. What other examples of taking steps to
show gratitude and value of something could you think of?
In Colossians 3:15, Paul encourages us to take care of the peace that Christ delivers to us through faith. He concludes verse 15 with the
encouragement to be thankful. Verses 16-17, if you are watching for it, are nothing more than steps to take in order to take care of the
peace that comes with knowing Christ. It is not enough to just talk about it! Instead, dwell in the Word and let it dwell in you. Don’t go
to church, read the Bible, think of someone to pray for, and then forget about it. Take action to let those things soak in and impact your
life. He reminds us that we should also be interacting with each other concerning the Word. It is mighty difficult to teach and admonish
one another in regard to the Word if we don’t know it. So, Paul adds that we could be singing the Word via hymns, the Psalms and other
Spiritual songs. Finally, we can enjoy lots of practice with taking steps to protect and foster our peace, because we can do it with what-
ever we are doing!
It’s as if God really expects our habits, routines, preferences, and lives to change when we know Jesus. He does. And those things will
change. Can you imagine what would happen to our congregation if we all took steps to take care of the peace that God has given to us?
I’m sure it would be more than we could ask or imagine. That is just how good God is, and how perfectly He delivers His gifts!
May you take steps to take excellent care of the peace and salvation that God has given to you through faith in Jesus!
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Grunklee
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DECEMBER'S DECEMBER'S
SERVANTSSERVANTS
December 1, Michele Rogers December 4, Dorothy Wuensche December 8, Jessica Donahue December 8, Caleigh Hoffman December 8, Jerry Weaver December 9, Jennifer Wilson December 12, Annie Miller December 13, Melanie Feagan December 13, Hannah Weaver December 14, Janice Pamperin December 15, Amanda Lemon December 18, Chris Bryson December 18, Haylee Morgan
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! December 4, Tom and Lynn Jackson December 19, Bob and Christi Hinson December 19, Greg and Leann Elkins December 21, Herman and Irma Lorenz December 21, Dick and Wanda Seaberg
Altar Service Sue Huenergardt
Lay Readers Bob and Mary Lou Riley
Offering Tellers December 7 & 14: Lisa Morgan
and Kim Graham
December 21: Lisa Morgan and
Louise Reynolds
December 28: Lisa Morgan and
Joyce Kuhl
Kitchen Hostesses Barbara Merz and Annie Miller
Acolytes December 7: Audrey Meeks
December 14: Andy Jarrett
December 21: Bella Redd
December 28: Kendall Graham
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
December 20, Lynn Jackson December 20, Angela Kensing December 20, Bob Watkins December 22, Kim Jarrett December 22, Bruce Kennedy December 23, Vicki Sweetman December 24, Pat Bunyard December 25, Ken Albright December 25, Dentler Erdmann December 25, Bill Whitehead December 26, Tom Jackson December 29, Becky Bruning
December 22, Jim and Audrey McDonald December 27, Myron and Sharon Trang December 27, Steve and Chrystal Watson
PARENTS’ DAY PARENTS’ DAY PARENTS’ DAY
OUTOUTOUT
by Betsy Fischer,
Director
Wow! It is hard to believe 2014 is coming to an end. This
past year, PDO has been blessed in many ways. We have
wonderful members who continue to support us with mone-
tary donations and needed supplies. PDO has a special group
of church members who volunteer their time to read to our
students. (The students really enjoy this reading time!) Our
program is truly blessed with two caring, energetic, and lov-
ing teachers. (I am most thankful for this blessing!) What a
great way for our church to reach out to families with small
children. The students are also excited that Pastor Grunklee
continues to lead us in chapel and music. This is a great min-
istry that the church supports.
The teachers and I know that 2015 will bring just as many
blessings and more! We hope you have a safe and restful
holiday!
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NO GAMES
THIS MONTH
There will not
be a game day in
December.
we will resume
in January.
Merry
Christmas!
THRIVENT FINANCIAL NEWS
Greetings and God's peace to all from your Lubbock Chapter
Leadership Board for Thrivent Financial. As we approach
Thanksgiving and the Season of Advent, we extend our best
wishes for a safe and joyous celebration of the gifts we enjoy in
this Nation and even more importantly the gift of the tiny baby
born in Bethlehem whose life, death and resurrection brought
hope to all mankind who believe and trust in Him. We remind
all members of Thrivent to designate Choice Dollars to their
congregation, a school or other non-profit registered with
Thrivent. This is another of God's gifts to be used to help the organization you
choose. May His blessings overflow for you and your family throughout this special
time of year.
Marolyn Rinne, Communications Director
CHRISTIAN GROWTH NEWS
by Candy Schoppa & Jackie Watkins
1) Our compassion child offerings have increased.
2) Thanks to everyone who has donated!
2) We now have four regular teachers and four substitutes.
3) We are practicing our Christmas music during our Sunday School opening.
GOOD NEWS!
The Good News Bible Study group invites you to join
us as we continue our study called "The Vine Speaks",
by Cindy Steinbeck. We'll meet (only once this month)
on December 10th, at 1:30 P.M., in the southeast
corner room. Come and enjoy the conversation, hospi-
tality, and growth in God's word. See you there!
—Jackie Watkins
Prayers for Our Children
and Our Schools
"Father, we pray they will develop a great
love for You and a deep desire to have a personal rela-
tionship with You."
www.wendyblight.com
The Christ Lutheran
Church Adult Choir will
present the cantata, Night
of the Father’s Love, by
Pepper Choplin, on Sunday, December 14th,
during worship. Farrah and the choir have
been working very hard, so please be here as
the cantata beautifully guides the listener
through the Christmas story and expresses
the essence of Christmas: the gift of the Fa-
ther’s love.
The "Prepare Ye The Way" devotionals for Advent are now availa-
ble and on the tables in the narthex. Please take one per family.
Please pick up your 3rd Quarter Financial Statement in
the alphabetized box in the Narthex.
The Church Council will not meet in December
and will resume in
January.
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STUDENT CENTER NEWS
SUPPER ON SUNDAY (SOS): Supper on Sunday for students at the Lutheran Student Center (LSC), 2615 19th Street, is held each Sunday
evening with dinner beginning at 5:30, followed by Bible Study. Pastor Grunklee will lead the
Bible Study November 2nd, 9th and 16th. Stu-dents are invited and encouraged to attend. If
you have a group who would like to provide the meal a Sunday evening or two, please contact
our LSC Representative, Jan Harrison ([email protected], or 817-832-5228), so
she can schedule it with the LSC staff.
IN MEMORIAM
Condolences are extend-ed to the children and family of Pramila JES'son. Pramila died on November 1, 2014. She was an accomplished artist, and she held a bachelor's and a master's degree
in Economics and received a second bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. She is survived by her daughter, Sharmila JES'son of Lubbock; son, Satish Rayapudi of Lubbock; and daughter, Sharmista Siew of Queens, New York. She will be greatly missed.
HOLY LAND ON THE
HORIZON!
Only 134 days (from Dec. 1) until we leave on the trip of a life time! Several months ago I sent an invitation to join me on this trip. Now
it is time to really get in the mood. If you do not already have a passport, it is time to get the process going. Also, If you already have a passport, make sure it will be valid for 6 months from the date of departure (April 14, 2015). So far, all of the updates re-ceived from Educational Opportunities Travel (EO) on the situation in the Holy Land have indicated that there is no problems in the areas that we will be visiting. In fact, they have continued sending Tours since the current turmoil started. You must be registered by December 30, 2014 in order to take advantage of the travel protec-tion that EO offers. Final payment for the trip is due by February 13, 2015. If you are interested in going, please call me, Sherry Herzog, at 787-9460 or email me at [email protected]. I will get a brochure to you and keep you informed using the updates that I receive from EO on the situation and travel in the Holy Land. You can also obtain a brochure at www.EO.travel/mytrip , using the following: Tour = HL15 ; Date + 041415 ; Code = A ; ID# = 55590. Thanks! Sherry Herzog
2015 FLOWER CHART The 2015 flower chart has been
posted on the wall in the Narthex.
If you would like to honor someone
special, celebrate a child, marriage, anniver-
sary, or remember a loved one, sign up EARLY
to reserve the date. Flowers are $44.00 per
Sunday. You are welcome to take your flowers
home following the Worship Service.
2015 ALTAR GUILD SERVANTS
A list of 2015 Altar Guild Servants is now
being formed. The duties of the Altar
Guild can be taught to those who have no
experience. All that is needed is a willing-
ness to learn. Anyone who would like to
serve their Lord in the general work of the guild is
encouraged to contact Sue Huenergardt at (806)
797-2552.
BRAILLE WORK CENTER
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO THE BRAILLE WORKERS.
ENJOY YOUR HOLIDAY VACATION. WE WILL RE-
SUME OUR BRAILLE SESSIONS IN JANUARY AT
THE REGULAR TIME.
MARYLIN ORMSBY
BRAILLE WC #148
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH
ROSE BIBLE STUDY
The Rose Bible Study on “The Psalms &
Life in God’s Creation” will meet on Thursday, De-
cember 18, at 3 p.m. at 3701 69th Street. Please
come join us! For more information contact:
Midweek and Confirmation classes will resume January 7th. Please
note the Wednesday program rehearsal times on page 1.
Merry Christmas!
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Please pray for our children:
Almighty God, heavenly Father, You have blessed us with the joy and care of children. Give us calm strength and patient wisdom
that as they grow in years, we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior, Jesus
Christ, our Lord. Amen
CLC Kids’ Corner
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CROSSword Puzzle
You may need a King James Version of the Bible to complete this puzzle.
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CHRIST
LUTHERAN CHURCH
7801 Indiana Avenue
Lubbock TX 79423-1805
Pastor Corey Grunklee
Phone: 806-799-0162
Fax: 806-799-2273
Web site:
www.christ-lutheran.com
Email:
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
9:00 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASSES 10:15 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE
Holy Communion is celebrated on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month.
ADVENT WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Wednesday, December 3rd 6:00pm: Star of Hope
Wednesday, December 10th 6:00pm: Star of Unity
Wednesday, December 17th 6:00pm: Star of Joy
SPECIAL TIMES OF WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Sunday, December 7th: Christ Lutheran Church Choir Advent Cantata
Sunday, December 14th: Children’s Christmas Program
Tuesday, December 24th
6:00pm: Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship with Holy Communion
Tuesday, December 24th 11:00 pm: Midnight Candlelight Worship with Holy Communion
