Friday, February 26, 2010

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Celebrating Birthdays This Week:

February 29th:
Tim Freeze
Alexis Sutton

March 1st:
Haley Matson

March 2nd:
Jimmy Parker
Jody Pallanti
Lyall Shroeder
Barbara Kukor

March 4th:
David Voit

March 5th:
J. Clay Baker

March 6th:
Eva Rose Cole
Jeff Cook
Donald Salhoff

Celebrating Anniversaries This Week:

March 1st:
Bill and Barbara Kite

March 2nd:
Clark and Deb Harm

Announcements Week of February 28, 2010

Special Congregational Meeting + Annual Meeting

Feb 28, after 11am Worship. Two important meetings + Potluck

SECOND & THIRD "WAVE" DONATIONS
Did you forget to put together a Wave donation for Valentine Sunday? Well this is the last Sunday to donate!

Technical Presentation Team + Volunteers Needed

Operate the sound system & worship display projectors during worship. Training provided by our expert crew already performing these duties. Sign-up sheet on the systems room door. Contact Tom Zielke for info.

Church Council Nominations

Nominate leaders of faith to represent us on this coming year’s council. Submit to Keith Kelleher kelleherfamily@earthlink.net

Annual Reports + Available on table in Narthex

Loaves and Fishes

March 14, Bring food for less fortunate

Poverty Simulation
Sunday, March 14, 5-7pm
Could you survive a month in poverty? Assume a role in a family.
More info in the Narthex.
RSVP by March 1
Mary & John Hejka 704-846-4426 or Bill Roberts 704-821-1894

All Committees Night
March 15, 6:30pm
Everyone is encouraged to be part of a committee.
Worship 1st- then split into committees.


Community Health Screening
Fri March 19 @ SOJ
Pre-registration is required.
Ultrasound tests conducted by Life Line Screening will be held to determine risk of stroke (due to carotid artery blockage), abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease, & atrial fibrillation & osteoporosis.
Call 1-888-653-6441 to set your required appointment.
Individual tests: $45 Carotid, AAA, PAD, & AFib: All 4 tests $139
Contact Mary Cleveland 704-291-9988


Stephen Ministry Workshop

Sat, March 20, Register at 8am, Workshop 9am-1pm Minister to those experiencing grief. Free for Spirit of Joy members. To register contact Michele Bender 704-882-7806 or michelebender@carolina.rr.com

Annual Barbecue

Fri March 26, 11:00AM - 7PM & Sat the 27th, 10AM – to 2pm

Eat at church & take orders at your work place & we deliver!


Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14 - May 16

Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC

Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex. Fellowship, Bible study & activities. We have 12 ladies signed up to attend. The max we can hold is 40 - only 28 spots left! Sharon Eichler 704.821.2088 SEichler@carolina.rr.com


Mission Trip to West Virginia + July 2010

If you are interested in going please contact Gary & Lissa Roseman, 704.849.0699 or Dan & Janie Owens 704.843.1280.

Friday, February 19, 2010

Stroke Screening at Spirit of Joy

LifeLine Screening will be providing stroke screening at Spirit of Joy.

Friday, March 19th.

Here are four facts that you need to know about stroke prevention:

  • 80% of stroke victims had no apparent warning signs
  • Ultrasound screenings can help you avoid a stroke
  • Stroke is the leading cause of death and permanent disability
  • Screenings are fast, painless, affordable and convenient

If you would like more information, please contact Mary Cleveland.

Pre-registration is required for stroke screening at Spirit of Joy.
To register, call 1-800-324-1851

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Announcements Week of February 21, 2010

Informational Meeting

Feb 21, During Sunday School hour – If you have questions, concerns or suggestions for Congregational Meeting

Special Congregational Meeting + Annual Meeting

Feb 28, after 11am Worship. Two important meetings + Potluck

SECOND & THIRD "WAVE" DONATIONS
Did you forget to put together a Wave donation for Valentine Sunday? We will continue to collect wave donations @ both Worship Services on Sun, Feb 21 & Sun, Feb 28. Flyers are in the Narthex with info on what to bring & how to donate.

Technical Presentation Team + Volunteers Needed

To operate the sound system & worship display projectors during worship. Training provided by our expert crew already performing these duties. Sign-up sheet on the systems room door. Contact Tom Zielke for info.

Church Council Nominations

Nominate leaders of faith to represent us on this coming year’s council. Submit to Keith Kelleher kelleherfamily@earthlink.net

Stephen Ministry Workshop

Sat, March 20, Register at 8am, Workshop 9am-1pm Minister to those experiencing grief. Free for Spirit of Joy members. To register contact Michele Bender 704-882-7806 or michelebender@carolina.rr.com

Annual Barbecue

Fri March 26, 11:00AM - 7PM & Sat the 27th, 10AM – to 2pm

Eat at church & take orders at your work place and we deliver!


Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14- May 16

Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC

Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex. Fellowship, Bible study & activities. We have 12 ladies signed up to attend. The max we can hold is 40 - only 28 spots left! Sharon Eichler 704.821.2088 SEichler@carolina.rr.com


Mission Trip to West Virginia + July 2010

If you are interested in going please contact Gary & Lissa Roseman, 704.849.0699 or Dan & Janie Owens 704.843.1280.


Adult Sunday School Opportunities
The Blessing (A Parents’ Study)

Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center Learn how to give your children the gift of unconditional love & acceptance. Book by Dr. John Trent & Gary Smalley. Karen Matson 704.238.0772


Coupon Clippers: Saving Money, Saving Faith
Bring scissors and Sunday paper (optional). Share a little life and a little faith, and save money!

Paula Aulisi paulisi@carolina.rr.com 704.256.4484


Crazy Love
God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with Himself. Once you encounter His love, you will never be the same. LeAnn Rice leann@proverbs31.org 704.218.3251

Friday, February 12, 2010

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Birthday Blessings this week to:

February 14:
Thomas Burris

February 15:
Jennevieve Flanigan

February 16:
Michale Bovi

February 17:
Ernesto Bustamente
Mary Tymann

February 18:
David Casper

February 20:
Matthew Carney

Anniversary Blessings this week to:

February 14:
Bill and Sandy Wright

February 16:
Ken and Tawny Morrison

Friday, February 5, 2010

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Celebrating Birthdays This Week:

February 8th
William Ladd
Zachary Leonard

February 9th
Marcelino Pallanti
Marlene Anderson

February 10th
Doug Pierotti

February 11th
Brian Gaffrey

February 12th
Jordan Freeze

February 13th
Renee DiFabion
Janie Owens
Gabriella Sperduto

Celebrating Anniversaries This Week:

February 8th
Jim and Marilyn Peterson

February 9th:
Ed and Tammy Vanerstrom

February 10th:
Rick and Rachel Moore

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Announcements Week of February 7, 2010

Youth Souper Bowl Party

TODAY 6pm Youth Souper Bowl Party @ the Roseman’s. A-L brings a sweet, M-Z a salty, & everyone brings a drink. Alexa Roseman 704.995.7434

Inquirers’ Class

Begins TODAY 10am, Interested in learning more about SOJ and Lutherans? Thinking of joining the church? Meet with Pastor Ed on Sunday mornings throughout February.

Congregational Potluck + A Story Feast

Feb 21 after 11:00 Service, Bring soup or sandwiches to share for your family & another. Sponsored by Fellowship Team.

Secret Sister Valentine’s Party

Feb 12 @ 7pm: Annual Valentine's party & unveiling of identities. Bring final Secret Sister gift, completed Secret Sister form & a goodie to share. If you’ve never been a Secret Sister, come to the party to find out about us. All ladies @ SOJ are welcome. Sharon Eichler @ (704) 821-2088.

Lost & Found Items

Several unclaimed items are on the cart outside the kitchen. Please check to see if any are yours. Items left on 2/15/10 will be removed & donated.

Church Council Nominations

Nominate leaders of faith to represent us on this coming year’s council. Submit to Keith Kelleher kelleherfamily@earthlink.net

Wave Offering
Feb 14, Donations of broken, unwanted gold & sterling silver jewelry, semi-precious & precious stones, coins, serving pieces, etc. as an offering to our Lord. They’ll be sold & funds will be used for the beautification & repair of our SOJ building-new pew pads, HVAC replacements, etc. (See pink flyer for info)

Loaves & Fishes + 2nd Sunday of every month

Sun, Feb 14, Help the less fortunate by donating food items. See list in narthex for needed items.

All Committees Night

Feb 15, 6:30pm Everyone is encouraged to be part of a committee. Worship 1st- then split into committees.

Men’s Conference + “Iron Sharpens Iron”

Sat, Feb 20 Park Ministries, 6029 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte: 20 different equipping seminars for men 13 & up. $39 if 10 or more register 10 days before, $48 individually if not. After 10 days $55/person. Full-time students (13-22): $29. Lunch $8 if you pre-register. For more info: http://ironsharpensiron.net/conference-details.php?conference=148 To attend-Dan Owens 704.843.1280

Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14- May 16

Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC

Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex. Fellowship, Bible study & activities. Limited space, so sign up now!

Sharon Eichler 704.821.2088 SEichler@carolina.rr.com