First Reminder

Mailed March 15, 2010

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We also took time to review and “deepen” our understanding and application of the recommendations from the Hand-in-Hand conference of one year ago. Pastor Leta Behrens summarized Dr. Paul Hill’s reflections and suggestions for action, that is, to make the “four keys” central to the experience of “church” both at 3^rd and Terry and in our households in daily life. The four keys are “caring conversation, devotions, rituals and traditions, and service.” 

 

What are some ways we can continue to grow our ministry?

 

1. Many people have started to study “Frogs Without Legs Can’t Hear,” a guidebook for nurturing faith in home and congregation. Just as we read “Giving to God” in 2009, it is good to have a common theological book being discussed by many different folks from First Lutheran. Call the church office if you want to order a copy.

2. Beginning in Lent, we are doing a congregational service project called “Plant a Row.” The purpose is to grow vegetables for a local food bank. The Sunday School children planted the seeds, which will be tended here throughout Lent and into the Easter season. Volunteer households can then take the plants home, grow them over the summer, and then harvest and donate the fresh produce. This is potentially a fine example of “cross-generational” ministry.

3. Another multi-generational opportunity is at Sky Ranch this summer. From Sunday, July 18, until Friday, July 23, all ages [children from 1^st grade to retired adults] are welcome to attend Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp, on the north side of Rocky Mountain National Park. (Children from 1^st to 4^th grade will do part of the week). Then our annual “household camp” weekend will be from Friday, July 23 – Sunday, July 25. Pick up a flyer at church and learn how to register on-line (all youth from FELC get special discounted rates).

 

Blessings to one and all as we continue to practice our discipleship in the various ages and stages of our lives. I’ll look forward to seeing you at Easter services, which begin on April 4, and extend through most of May!

                                                               In Christ,

 

 

 

 

                                                                                 Steve Berke, Pastor

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