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This Church changes lives!
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News for the week of 2/20/2022
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Adult Faith Formation
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Covid Update
We have watched with great hope as the Covid infection and case rates have continued moving,
quickly, in such promising directions. We are grateful to see such good news and, as has been our pattern, are ready to make some adjustments in our worship and other planning:
- Starting this Sunday, February 27, masks are encouraged but optional during worship. Naturally if you prefer to stay masked throughout the service, you are of course welcome to do so. Everyone will still need a mask for singing (see below!).
- Starting this Sunday, and especially as we move Lent with our Ash Wednesday service March 2, we are returning singing to our worship services including hymns and liturgical music. We ask that everyone bring a mask, or use one we have provided, for the singing portions.
- For Sunday School, our expectation for students and teachers to wear masks will remain the same for the time
being.
As you can imagine we are excited by these developments and trust that you are too. We will continue to monitor developments in our ongoing pandemic and, should the need arise, we will adjust these as needed. For now though, we look forward to
singing together!
Pastor Tim & Pastor Erica
It is not too late to join the celebration of Live Bold 2022
You can fill out the Statement of Intent on-line (see below) or come by the office for a paper copy.
Please call the office if you have any questions.
For Children &
Families
Communion Conversations
Our young folks begin receiving communion at a variety of ages, whenever families determine that they are ready. If your child has not yet participated in our Communion Conversations class,
learning more about the sacrament, this year’s opportunity will be Saturday, February 26 from 9-10:30am at CLC.
Register for Communion Conversations here:
https://clcvalpo.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1164060
New Creation Men's Center and Resale Shop
Friends, you all have been very generous with your
donations and we are very grateful for each one.
We are currently in need of your generosity of
gently used re-sellable donations once again. When you're doing your Spring cleaning this year, please think of us and our mission to help homeless men in our community through your help. We are a non-profit organization that supports our Men's Center 100% through your donations to our Resale Shop. We are currently in need of all gently used re-sellable donations in every category: living room, dining room, and bedroom furniture; housewares; books; clothing; wall art; small appliances; etc.
We do offer a Pick-up service for furniture.
Please call (219) 286-7061 to schedule an
appointment for pick up. Our donation door is open Monday thru Friday, 10:00am to 4:30pm, and Saturday, 10:00am to 3:30pm.
As always, we are very grateful to all that donate
and shop at our Resale Shop. It's only because of your kindness and generosity that we are able to continue our mission to help homeless men in our community. Please remember that all proceeds of your donations stay within this community.
God
Bless.
Peter Gabel
Marketing Specialist
New Creation Men's Center and Resale Shop
Only a few days left to sign up
Monday, Feb 28 is the last day!!
NOTE: THE SCHEDULE IS NOT OPEN ON SATURDAY OR SUNDAY. PLEASE CALL GAIL ON MONDAY IF YOU STILL NEED A TIME SLOT.
Church Photo Directory
March 1 - March 5
ONLINE SCHEDULING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH
Go to our website, clcvalpo.org/Photos2022. This will lead you directly to the
sign-in.
· Log-in with Church code: in1764
· Password photos
· Click on the Enter button
· Click on your desired photography date
· Click on the Reserve Time button beside the desired photography
appointment time
· Enter the appropriate information in all required fields (indicated by the
asterisk)
· Enter your email address if a confirmation email is desired
· Click on the Schedule Appointment button at the bottom of the screen to reserve the photography appointment time in your family’s name
· If you have more than six family members being photographed, please reserve two appointments consecutively (such as 6:00 and 6:10)
· Print the next screen to use as a reminder of your family’s photography appointment
· Contact one of our church online scheduling administrators to change or cancel your photography appointment:
Gail Lutze 219-241-9862;
gaillutze@gmail.com
Jen Bias 219-462-6660; jen.bias@clcvalpo.org
Will you be the voice for a child in need?
There are children in Porter County who need your help!
Porter County CASA will be holding a Virtual Information Meeting for members of the community who are interested in learning more
about becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate.
The CASA program trains volunteers to advocate for the needs and best interests of abused and neglected children in the court system. The need for CASAs speaking up for children in the
court process has never been more vital than in these times.
The meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 2nd at 5:30pm on Zoom.
Interested potential volunteers can RSVP by emailing casainfo@fysb.org to receive a Zoom link to the Information Meeting.
Learn more at portercountycasa.org.
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Thank you for all your donations from the
LWR Quilters
Thrivent Choice
Dollars
Attention All Thrivent Financial
Members!
Do you have any Thrivent Choice Dollars that have not been directed to the charity of our choice?
Minimum and maximum Choice Dollars designations
Eligible clients will be designated a minimum of 25 Choice Dollars and a maximum of 5,000 Choice Dollars per eligibility period (Jan. 1 to Dec. 31).
Choice Dollars expiration date
Choice Dollars designated during the calendar year can be directed until March 31 of the following year.
There are two ways of directing Choice Dollars to Christ Lutheran Church:
Computer: Go to the Thrivent Financial web site (www.Thrivent.com) and
direct
the Choice Dollars on-line.
Phone: Call Thrivent Financial at 1-800-847-4836. When prompted by the
electronic answering system, say “Thrivent Choice.” Follow the remaining
prompts, and a representative will come on the line to assist you. You
will need
your Thrivent membership ID number and will need to answer some other personal
questions to verify that you are the Thrivent member who is on the
line.
AMOS
A Mission of Service (501c3, nonprofit organization)
Medical Mission Trip to GUATEMALA, MARCH 11-20,
2022
Taking donations until Wednesday, March
9
A request from Gail Mannington RN CEN, I am an AMOS Board Member and the Treasurer.
Monetary donations can be made to Gail Mannington and below is a list of medications, bold means high volumes needed, underlined means we run out quickly.
The following ointments: Neosporin, Hydrocortisone, Anti-itch cream, triple antibiotic, Diaper Rash, antifungals, muscle rub, Benadryl
Vitamins: Adult and Children
Chewable (NO GUMMIES PLEASE, they melt)
Children’s Pain and Fever
medications, cough syrups, Flu relief. (We run out each time)
Infant Pain and Fever medications. (We run out each time)
Benadryl, Tums/Antacid meds, Anti-diarrhea meds, Daytime and Nighttime multi-symptom meds, any
NSAIDS (Ibuprofen, Aleve, Naprosyn, Motrin, Advil, Aspirin)
Acetominophen/Tylenol, Pepcid, Zantac, Baby Aspirin, Urinary
health meds
Any orthopedic items:
ankle braces, arm slings, knee braces, ace wraps, etc. (These items can be gently used)
Taking donations until Wednesday, March 9.
CLC Social Ministry and Mission
February 2022
Speak up for people who cannot speak for themselves. Protect the rights of all who are helpless. (Proverbs 31:8)
Social Ministry Emphasis for February is Hilltop House https://www.hilltophouse.org
February’s emphasis is to provide monetary and volunteer support for Hilltop House and Hilltop Food Pantry. HH is located “on a hill” in a neighborhood west of Valparaiso U. where social service needs are real for the families and children living
there. HH can provide as a health care provider Medicare and Hoosier Healthwise benefits to those in Porter County living below the poverty level (estimated to be 9000 children and 4000 women in Porter County). A gift of $50 permits Hilltop to provide childcare, health care, and community improvement activities within a child’s own family setting (also contributions may qualify for Indiana’s Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit).
Help achieve our goal of $2500 in February (over and above giving combined with CLC’s budgeted amount of $1200). By achieving our goal CLC will help Hilltop House continue to thrive. Use your weekly worship giving envelope
mailed with check to CLC and indicate “Hilltop” or contribute through PushPay on the CLC website https://clcvalpo.org via the “Give” button. Thank you to members for supporting monthly social ministry emphases.
COWBOY UP! Hilltop’s SOUPS Dinner is back in 2022! Help support this fundraising event by attending on
March 1, 4—7:00 p.m. In the Valparaiso University Harre Union Ballroom.
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Men's Shelter Update
Northwest Indiana Lutheran Food and Supply Pantries Donations.
Men’s Shelter (and Resale Shop) https://newcreationresaleshop.com at 2102 Calumet Ave, 219-548-3548. You can help feed our neighbors experiencing homelessness: New Creations Men’s Center continues to be home base for both single men and women between homes, providing daily meals and a space to be during the day. Overnight shelter began at area churches on October 15. Christ Lutheran will
resume our hosting in April 2022.
In the meantime, you can help NCMS feed their guests. Lunch supplies can be dropped off at the resale shop counter during hours of operation (usually 10-5). Requests include: Lunch meat, Fruit, Individual juice, Snack cakes, and
Chips. Dinners are also appreciated; please call New Creations (219-548-3548) for more information about quantities and scheduling of dinners. Information to follow soon on our scheduled night to feed the men. Meanwhile please pray for those in our community living in cars, tents and on the streets. There is a basket inside door #3 for suggested food donations for Men's
Shelter.
Immanuel Food Pantry https://immanuelvalpo.org/food-pantry 1700 Monticello – drive up drop off items. Donations can be dropped at Immanuel, best done Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-3 pm, at entrance between
church and school. Contributions especially appreciated now are holiday food items such as gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, cake and cookie mixes. Also, cooking oil, salad dressing, ketchup, mustard, olives, pickles.
Hilltop Food Pantry https://www.hilltophouse.org/hilltop-food-pantry 606 Union St.
Housing Opportunities https://hoi.help/pantry 2001 Calumet Ave., 219-548-2800
There is a basket inside door #3 for food donations for Housing Opportunities.
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Sandy & Dave Keammerer are always collecting the following items for Lutheran World Relief (LWR). Please drop off at the church and put in white basket in Gathering Place and feel free to call the office if you have any
questions.
LWR Baby Care Kit Project
2022 Goal-500
Current Kits Packed-230
February Items Needed- 4 oz. Dial Soap- not yellow bars
LWR Fabric Kit Project
2022 Goal-150
Current Kits Packed-48
February Items Needed-cotton fabric in 3 yard lengths
BABY CARE KITS
All clothing items 6 months to 2T
(2) gowns or sleepers: long- or short-sleeved
(2) t-shirts: lightweight cotton
(1) jacket/sweater/sweatshirt: with hood, or include a baby cap
(2) pairs of socks
(2) receiving blankets: medium-weight cotton or flannel, or crocheted, or knitted with lightweight yarn, up to 52" square
(4) cloth diapers: flat fold preferred
(1) hand towel: dark color recommended
(2) gentle soap bars: 4oz., bath-size, in original wrapping
(2) diaper pins: or large safety pins
3-ply baby yarn and flannel fabric in increments of .75 yards.
Please indicate if items given are laundered.
FABRIC KITS
(2) spools of thread (250-300 yards)
(2) pieces of cotton/cotton blend fabric (3 yards)
PERSONAL CARE KITS
New and in original packaging
(1) bath towel: lightweight, dark color preferred (between 20' x 40" and 27" x 52")
(1) toothbrush: adult size
(1) nail clipper
(2) bars of soap (4 oz.)
(1) Sturdy comb
PRAYERS
For the country/citizens of Ukraine
For the state/citizens of Knoxville, TN - flooding, sinkholes, etc.
Grief:
- For the family of Hester “Jean” Mink, friend of Becky Bakalyar
- Prayers for her children, Christie and Christopher
Hospice:
Mindy (sister of a friend of Jerrie Walesh)
Bill Koehler (Sheila Burnside)
Clarence Moss (father of Barb Lieske)
Long-term/ongoing:
Jack Bigham
Connor Byrne
Collin (cousin of Clint Mullet)
Janet Scheuerman
Joyce
Pat (Dave Burnside’s sister) and her husband Lee
Carolyn (Lisa Jennings Mother)
Donald Reinhold
Gregg
Larry Leatz
Bob
Prayers for Members, Friends and Family
Janet & Suzi (friends of Becky B)
Jean (friend of Sheila Burnside)
Linda Simms
Ron and Steve (friends of Phil Hahn)
Betty, (sister of Chris Tressler)
William, Shot in line of duty (Grace Safrin)
Declan (Kristen M)
Darlette Mathisen (Kristen M)
Karalyn Burnside
Rich (family friend of Holly Knauff)
Chad Boettcher
Sherri Nord (friend of Sonja)
Ron Lawson (friend of Becky Fry)
Bruce (submitted by Doc Knauff)
Jan Bowman (friend of Dot Ruuksa)
Kurt (friend of Marla Tiebert)
Phil (Pastor Tim’s Uncle)
Chris (Katy Byrne’s friend
Joanne Johnson (SIL of Dot Ruuska)
Phyllis Kersten (Phyllis Schroeder)
Linda Davis (Vickie Copeland)
Stacy (friend of Phyllis Schroeder)
Tom Lutze
Deaconess Brenda Bauer
MILITARY: Justine, Joe and all of those serving in the military, especially in the time of a pandemic.
For all those affected and infected by COVID
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