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Snow Days ​​

We’re now in the dead of winter, and we’re told this winter will see lots of snow. If it should be necessary to cancel worship because of the weather, you will be alerted by a “Calling Post” call as soon as possible. Please let Pastor know if you’ve changed your phone number or deleted your land line. Notices of cancellation will also be posted on the Faith Luther Facebook page and through blanket emails. Please remember: when we can’t get to church, the utility bills still manage to find their way here. Please try to stay current with your offering through these chilly months.

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Last Sunday of the Month Offering

With federal budget cuts, the federal government shutdown, and the state budget impasse, this is a very challenging year for many of our neighbors. Over the last few months, Feast of Justice has seen approximately 400 families each week. We have seen a significant increase in the number of families coming to us for the first time. These numbers will only increase. 

As the demand for food is increasing, food donations are decreasing. In the past, we relied upon federal government and Pennsylvania state programs. These programs are not here for us this year. To feed families at current demand levels, we need an average of 6000 lbs. of food donations per week. 

How can churches in the area help?  During November and December, could you collect food for our neighbors? We can provide collection boxes and other supplies. We are asking for your help in this time of need that impacts so many of our neighbors. 

All donations are appreciated, but we specifically need food items such as rice, pasta, tuna, cereal, beans, canned vegetables, fruits and soups. 

This situation did not happen overnight, and it will not be solved overnight. With your help, we can continue serving our more vulnerable neighbors in this season of joy and giving. 

Please contact Dave Speece at Dspeece@feastofjustice.org with any questions or for information about other ways you can help.

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Used Computers and Tablets 

Trinity Lutheran of Paynesville, Liberia can use your old desktop computer, laptop, or tablet. If you're planning to update your electronics, please contact Pastor Owen. These superannuated devices can be refurbished and used by the school children at Trinity.

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Caring for Friends

We met our challenge from Caring for Friends and cooked and delivered FIFTY frozen meals for elderly homebound people in our neighborhood last month. The meals were prepared on a Tuesday morning in the church kitchen. If you’d like to help make meals for next month, please volunteer by contacting Laura Duffield. If you can’t spare a Tuesday morning but would still like to be part of this ministry, you can make meals at home and bring them to church. Talk to Pastor about how you can do this.

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​​​Kids' Time

Just a reminder Faith has a Kids' Time every Sunday during the 10 o'clock worship. Miss Grace and Miss Emma tell stories to the tiny tots who may not be able to sit comfortably through our liturgy. The kids also do crafts and get a special message from Pastor. 

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Soup

Soup is back! As we enter into the autumn months and the days start to get colder and shorter, what could be more comfortable than enjoying a nice, warm bowl of home-made soup? Soup is again available for sale after church in the narthex for a modest donation of only $3 per bowl. You’ll be supporting your church and delighting your taste buds at the same time.

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