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St. Mark's Lutheran

E-News

December 29, 2019
1st SUNDAY OF CHRISTMAS
Readings and Psalm
Isaiah 63: 7-9
Israel saved by God’s own presence
Psalm 148
The splendor of the Lord is over earth and heaven. (Ps. 148:13)
Hebews 2:10-18
Christ shares flesh and blood to free humankind
Matthew 2:13-23
The slaughter of innocent children
Those to Remember in our Prayers and Visits:
Adeline Adams, Renee Brickner (Chris Lewis’ friend), Eileen Chick, Martha Corzo (Daniel Corzo's mother), Roland Engel (Howard Engel’s father), Anne Grossman (Judy Grossman's mother), Mary Guarin, Becca Harris, Terry Hercus, Chris Hlady, Eleanor Janke, Louise Janke (Verle-Ann Irvine’s mother),  Esther Juce, Alma Juttner, Gunvor Larsson, Ron McFarlane (Rhonda Lorch's father), Michael Musser (nephew of Sheila Kaminsky), Fran McDonald (Lesley Graff’s cousin), Linda Palmer, Dorothy Penner (Kay Roman’s sister), Alma Pippy, Kay Roman, Don Ross (Kris Wegert's friend), Gordon Sachvie (David Sachvie’s father), Victor Santa (Lori Nelson's father), Larry Schultz, Debbie Siegel, Christina Taylor, Oliver Tooke, Gerald Toupin, Linda Turner, Joanne Yager. 


Pastor Rick will be away from December 26-January 4.  For Pastoral emergencies, please contact Rev. Ron Long (204) 489-6457 or randjlong@shaw.ca
Join us for our month end potluck lunch after service on Dec 29.  Bring a finger food to share and stay for some extra fellowship and good conversation!
Wishing you a blessed and peaceful Christmas from St. Mark’s Staff:
Pastor Rick Sauer, Melissa Gingrich, Lori Nelson, Jennifer Polet,
Donna Fiebelkorn, Shayna Bellingham, George and Gertrude Steciuk!
St. Mark's Holiday Office Hours:
Dec 25 - 30: CLOSED
Dec 31: 9am-12pm
Jan 1: CLOSED
Jan 2: 9am-4pm
Jan 3: 9am-12pm

Click HERE to view the January 2020 worship duty schedule.
Church Finance Update

For those unable to attend the December 8 congregational meeting, here is a brief synopsis of our financial position heading into December.
  • general offering receipts this year are ahead of last year but behind where we need to be to achieve the giving goal the congregation set for 2019
  • expenses so far this year are for the most part in line with what was laid out in the 2019 budget
  • as in past years, we will be relying on a surge in giving in December to fully fund our ministry objectives
  • assuming  December offerings including Christmas Eve offerings keep pace with what was given last year, we are projecting a modest operating deficit of $2,000
Thank you for your generous support so far this year. We look forward to seeing you at one of our Christmas Eve services.
HONK IF YOU LOVE JESUS!
The new LED sign out front of the church is now complete!  Traffic driving by will now be informed of service times, special events and the time & temperature.
The office staff will be able to load messages onto the screen from the comfort of their office chair - no more frozen fingers!
OTHER ADVENT/CHRISTMAS EVENTS:
ZOO LIGHTS FESTIVAL
Take a walk and check out some amazing lights at the Winnipeg Zoo!  The Zoo Lights Festival is on now until January 5.  Tickets can be purchased in advance at any Red River CO-OP store for a discount compared to buying tickets at the door. Click HERE for more ticket/event information.
New Years Eve @ Gloria Dei
Seventh Night Games Night & Christmas Cheer at Gloria Dei on New Years Eve from 8pm-12:30am!
Click HERE for facebook details. 
Click HERE for general events around the city at Christmas - there are too many to list!

The January - March 2020 Meals on Wheels schedule is availbale for viewing HERE.
Employment Opportunity at St. Mark’s

We are seeking a part-time custodian to extend our current custodial service. Responsibilities would include general cleaning of the church interior and seasonal care of our sidewalks and lawn.

For more information, please speak to Brian Lorch, Council Chair (204-489-1054 or councilchair@stmarklutheran.ca). The deadline for applications is January 6, 2020.
 
CLICK HERE to view the full page job posting.

Please share this with anyone you think may be interested in the position.
The next Sanctuary Service will be on Friday, Dec 27  - doors open at 7pm and guitar led service starts at 7:30pm.  All are welcome!
ON THE LIGHTER SIDE . . .
SEATS & FEETS
The Urban is in need of new socks and underwear. This includes adult & children’s sizes - there will be a box in the church hall marked "the Urban" for donations.  Also being collected: bar soap, unscented shampoo, deodorant, and women's socks.

We are currently looking for help in the following areas:
  • Drivers for Meals on Wheels - more info
  • Sunday School teachers for this year 2019/2020 
  • donations of new socks and underwear for the Urban
Our Worship & Support Statistics
Sunday December 22, 2019    Attendance:  60
General - $7,937;  CLWR - $80; Meals at the Urban $20;
Memorial Fund $150
Happening December 29  - January 5
1st Sunday in Christmas
Mark Your Calendars Please
CLICK HERE to view the full church calendar.
     
Day Time Event / Meeting
Sun Dec 29 10AM Sunday Worship Service (Service of the Word)
Mon Dec 30 ---- Office closed
Tues Dec 31 9AM-12PM Office open
Wed Jan 1 --- Office closed
Thur Jan 2 9AM-4PM Office open
Fri Jan 3 9AM-12Noon Office open
   7PM Friday Night Board Games Night
Sun Jan 5 10AM Sunday Worship Service
   5PM MNO Youth Service at St.Stephen & St. Bede

Serving this week and next  

Duty December 29 Service of the Word January 5
Lector Signe Jewett Mark Irvine
Ushers Mark & Verle-Ann Irvine Milt From & Amy Irvine
Worship Assistant  Brian Lorch Lesley Graff
Communion Prep  ---- Judy Long
Communion Assistant  ---- Verle-Ann Irvine
Acolyte Joshua Cook Caitlyn Gingrich
Greeter Hildegard Kohli Judy Grossman & Jeff Cook
PowerPoint ---- Janice Clarke
Sound Yuhko Kayama Marijus Timmerman
Counters Marijus Timmerman & Jennifer Moroz  Judy Grossman & Jennifer Moroz
Coffee Sheila Sachvie, Betty Schweitzer, Hilda Larson Wade Quehe

A friendly reminder -  if you are not able to serve in a role, please arrange your own substitute and inform the office staff of the change at assistant@stmarkslutheran.ca.  A complete roster list will be emailed to you each week within your "reminder" email. Click here to view the DECEMBER. Click here for the JANUARY 2020 schedule.

Thank you.

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You will find the current issue of this E-News printed on the bulletin board by the washrooms.
Fall / Winter Office Hours 
Mondays - 9:00 - Noon* (Pastor Rick usually in the office)
Tuesday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 4 PM
Fridays - Closed

* Please call ahead to confirm availability
HOW TO CONTACT US
Pastor Rick         pastor@stmarkslutheran.ca
Melissa Gingrich (Music Ministry)         music@stmarkslutheran.ca
Jennifer Polet (Admin. Assistant) assistant@stmarkslutheran.ca
Lori Nelson (Office Administrator) office@stmarkslutheran.ca
Brian Lorch (Council chairperson) councilchair@stmarkslutheran.ca
By telephone 204-452-4326
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