Thursday, October 6, 2011

Oct 9 - Announcements

Deeper Faith
Congregational Study Not in a small group but interested in reading & reflecting on the topics Pastor Ed is speaking about each Sunday? Get a copy of the study Discovering Spirit, Uncovering Joy to do on your own! See Kristen Sigmon or fill out a sheet on the Narthex bulletin board.


Adult Sunday School for Fall 2011 Attend any class you'd like. Classes in Family Life Center. 

  • Christ in Culture Examine today's culture & challenges Christians face in light of God's Word.
  • Forgiving & Overcoming Learn how to forgive and overcome anger & resentment from book Bait of Satan by John Bevere.
  • Gospel of John Look in-depth at Jesus' life & ministry through the eyes of his disciple, John. 
  • New Testament [Bible in a Year] Writings of Jesus' apostles & their relevance for us today.



Joyful Community
Fish, Feast, Fun & Fellowship Fundraiser, October 15, 5-9pm Halibut flown in from Alaska, plus an auction (please donate items to auction). Benefits Belize trip. Accepting payments and reservations suggested donation $10+ per adult. Hot dogs for kids; child care provided. Craig or Michele Bender, 704-882-7806 for information.


Trunk or Treat, October 29, 6-7:30pm - hosted by the Student Leadership Team. Join us for a wholesome night of fun for kids of all ages. Come out and be a part of a fun family event, prizes awarded for the best costume and best trunk! Everyone meets in the Family Life Center. If you are a youth and are interested in helping out, grab a Student Leader and ask how you can help!


Youth Party, Appetizer Potluck and Lock-in, October 29, 8pm to October 30, 8am - Last names starting with A-L bring a salty appetizer and a drink to share, M-Z bring a sweet appetizer or dessert and a drink to share. Bring your sleeping bag.



Reaching More
Flu Shot Clinic Sunday, Oct 9 - 11:30am-12:30pm in the Family Life Center, $25/person.


Coats & Sweaters Missions is collecting new and gently used coats & sweaters throughout the month of October. Please consider donating one to those less fortunate. 

Breaking News!!!!

A contingent went to Washington DC to plea Pastor Ed's case!  

Unfortunately, they were told that due to recent budget cuts, they would not be able to help. It will be up to Pastor Ed's church family to raise his bail to release him from jail.  

So, Spirit of Joy family, we are relying on YOU to come out Saturday night and help raise the bail we need to free Pastor Ed.  The monies will go to help get our mission team to Belize to build a house for a family who is currently does not have a roof over their head!  

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Fall Fiesta

Bail Pastor Ed Out!!!
Join us this Saturday Evening for a Tex-Mex flavored potluck.
Corn Hole Games + Country Music + Bake Walk
Best West Dress + Best Cowboy Hat + Face Painting 
And to support missions, help "bail out" Pastor Ed
5-8pm at the church

Monday, October 3, 2011

NEWS ALERT!!!

Pastor Ed Thomas being escorted out in handcuffs. 

Officer Hyland arresting Pastor Ed Thomas in front of his congregation.

Pastor Ed Thomas covering his head in shame. What are the charges? What is he guilty of?  
Alert!!! Pator Ed Thomas was arrested Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Weddington, NC.  Charges are not known at this time.  However, rumor has it that the missions team is collecting money for bail and one representative is in Washington DC to get this overturned.  We will post updates as they come available!