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
Friday, February 26, 2010
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
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
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!
Mission Trip to
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.
Here are four facts that you need to know about stroke prevention:
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
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
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
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!
Mission Trip to
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
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
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,
Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14- May 16
Coastal
Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex. Fellowship, Bible study & activities. Limited space, so sign up now!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)