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Schedule Updates, Event Reminders, Weekly E-News
SCHEDULE CHANGE ANNOUNCEMENTS
Schedule change announcements will be posted on KCRG-TV's closings, on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, and on LCRMarion.org.
Anyone subscribed to our ENews or text notifications will receive a message.
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Highlights & Upcoming Events:
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In Our Prayers
With Our Sympathy
Due to privacy concerns, we will not publish our full prayer list in this e-newsletter.
However, we DO encourage you to stay connected to our church family and lift the needs of the congregation up in prayer. Please consider adding your email address to the prayer concern distribution list. Prayer concerns are emailed out to the list upon receiving permission from the person in need. To be added to the distribution for prayer requests, please send a request to office@lcrmarion.org. If you or a loved one needs prayer, again, please contact the church office - office@lcrmarion.org or 319-377-4689.
The prayer list is also kept on a password protected page of our website. Please email the church office for the link and password.
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Celebrations
Happy Anniversary!
John & Elizabeth Buckeridge will be celebrating their Ruby Wedding Anniversary on Sept 18th. They were married in St Andrews Church, Sonning-on-Thames, Oxfordshire UK on a glorious sunny afternoon. The reception was held at the White Hart on the banks of the River Thames & they honeymooned on the Island of Cyprus.
Let us know if you have something you'd like us to celebrate with you! Email the church office: office@LCRMarion.org.
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NEW! LCR Mom's Group
 NEW! Starts Sunday, September 18th
Calling all mothers! Mothers of young children, grown children, and every age in between. The LCR Outreach Committee is starting a group to support mothers at every stage of motherhood. This group will meet once a month on the third Sunday between worship services. Please join us for our first gathering at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, September 18th, in the room with the fireplace. Come enjoy coffee, pastries, and fellowship with other mothers. We hope to see you there!
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NEW! LCR Walking Group
 NEW! Walking Group Organizational Meeting - Sunday, September 18th
Anyone who is interested in part of a walking club is invited to meet this Sunday, September 18th, between services, in the front area of the fellowship hall. We will discuss what people are interested in as we establish meeting times, walking locations, etc. Hope to see you there!
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Youth Ministry
Visit our Youth Ministry Page to stay up-to-date!
https://lcrmarion.org/ministries/youth-ministry.html
High Ropes Course Day - 8th - 12th Grade Students
Sunday, October 16 (Rain Date - October 23)
$25/person
We will leave LCR at 11:30 am!
Two-hour session at Team Building Blocks in Dubuque, from 1-3 pm
- Rock climbing wall
- Zip line
- Giant swing
- Moving logs
- High ropes course
 
REGISTER NOW for Sunday School and Wednesday Night Live!
Register online at https://lcrmarion.org/ministries/youth-ministry.html or contact the church office.
Sunday School - Pre-K through 5th Grade
Sundays at 9:40 am
Sunday School Open House - Rally Day, September 11 @ 9:40 am
First Day of Sunday School - September 18
Wednesday Night Live - 4th - 6th Grade
Wednesdays at 6 pm
First Night of Wednesday Night Live - September 14
Sunday School and Wednesday Night Live Volunteers Needed!
Are you looking for just the right way to get involved at our church?! Do you like learning about the bible? Do you like playing with blocks and play-doh or doing arts and crafts? We have the perfect role for you! Join us as a Sunday School volunteer! Sunday School leaders help instruct our Pre-K - 5 th grade students from 9:40-10:25 on Sunday mornings and are such a valued part of ministry here at LCR!
You do not have to have kids in the program or any experience teaching Sunday School! Our students love to get to know new adults and learn right alongside you as we study our way through both old and new testament stories using games, crafts, experiments, and other adventures to guide our learning! Sunday School starts officially on Sep 18 th and runs every week from 9:40 to 10:25. Weekly volunteers, or those interested on a rotating basis would all be welcome!
Wednesday Night Live volunteers are also needed! We have a great group of kids to hang out with on Wednesday evenings, and we look forward to having a lot of fun together!
Reach out to Jessi for more details.
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Neighborhood Nights
NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHTS!
Saturday, September 24
Join us for FREE FOOD AND FREE FUN on Saturday, September 24th!
**NOTE: The fun will start a little earlier, at 5 pm, and we will end at sunset.
Stay up to date at our Neighborhood Nights website: https://neighborhood-nights.com/
WAYS TO HELP WITH NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHTS!
SIGN UP TO HELP!
We need help with food, set-up and tear-down, and bounce house supervision!!
Sign up at the link below, or contact the church office!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044ca8ad2ea7fa7-neighborhood2
SHARE OUR FACEBOOK EVENT: Invite your friends and family on Facebook!
https://fb.me/e/2h6qzMD1U
PUT OUT YOUR YARD SIGN! If you saved your Neighborhood Nights sign from last year, please put it out to help us invite the community!
THRIVENT ACTION GRANTS: Thrivent Members - We would be grateful to have sponsors for our Neighborhood Nights meals! You can apply for a $250 Thrivent Action Teams Grant, which will help us cover the cost of the meal.
THANK YOU for helping us reach out to the community with this fun event!
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Activity and Ministry Fair
 Sunday, September 25 at 9:30 am
LEARN MORE ABOUT ACTIVITIES AND MINISTRIES AT LCR!
Mark your calendar for Sunday, September 25th between services! We will have representatives from many of our activities and ministries available, so you can ask questions and learn about the many opportunities we have to participate at LCR!
BRING YOUR APPETITE, as the tables will feature bite-sized treats!! Hope to see you there!
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Blessing of the Animals
 Sunday, October 9 at 1:30 pm
BRING YOUR "OTHER FAMILY" TO CHURCH TO BE BLESSED!
In the Lutheran Church, one way we celebrate St. Francis of Assisi, who believed that nature and all of its creatures is a reflection of God, is to bless the animals. It is a time to remember how animals are a blessing in our lives, and that we have a responsibility to care for them and the environment.
All animals are welcome!
Invite your family and friends!
https://fb.me/e/25x6Guby8
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New Member Sessions - October 16 or 23
 Interested in learning more about membership at LCR?
We will be hosting two sessions - attend one - on October 16 and October 23. Register to attend by contacting the church office or emailing office@LCRMarion.org!
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Activity Updates
Many of our Adult Study Groups are also re-starting!
Get the current list at https://lcrmarion.org/ministries/adult-ministry.html.
MONDAY
Comforting Hands Quilters
The Comforting Hands Quilters meet on Mondays from 9-11:30 am.
**THE QUILTERS WILL NOT MEET ON MONDAY, 9/19
TUESDAY
Book Club - Tuesday, September 20
This month's selection is Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver. Books are available in the church office! We will meet to talk about the book on Tuesday, September 20th at 6:30 pm
WEDNESDAY
Galileans Women's Choir
The Galileans rehearse on Wednesday evenings at 6:15 pm.
Resurrection Choir
Resurrection Choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 7:15 pm.
*CHOIR WILL NOT REHEARSE ON WEDNESDAY, 9/21
THURSDAY
Woodcarvers
The Woodcarvers meet on Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm in the Art Room (Education Wing)
Resurrection Ringers
Our handbell choir, the Resurrection Ringers rehearse on Thursday evenings at 6:30 pm.
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FRIDAY
Gatherings Discussion Group- Next Meeting on September 23
Join us on the second and fourth Fridays at noon for Gatherings (formerly LifeTree Cafe)! Light refreshments will be served.
Gatherings is a place and time to hear stories, share stories, and connect with others in our community. We welcome your thoughts and want you to feel safe to share what you really think or feel without being judged or rejected.
Cribbage - Friday, September 23
Join us for a few hands of cards on the second and fourth Fridays at 1:15 pm. All are welcome!
COMING UP
P.E.P. 55+ Group - Sunday, October 2
Get Acquainted with P.E.P., our group for church family 55 and over! PEP has a simple goal – People Enjoying People. Each year about 25-40 of us gather at our monthly events to enjoy friendships—old friendships or brand new ones.
We are kicking off the new year with a meal on Sunday, October 2, at 5 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Pulled Pork will be provided. Bring your favorite side dish or dessert to share.
There will be plenty of time to visit before we do some organizational duties. Then your committee will ask that you help plan the year by indicating your preferences from a long list of choices.
To new members and “visiting” folk, this is a perfect time to Get Acquainted with P.E.P.! Hope to see you there.
Train Dominoes - Friday, October 7
We will be playing Train Dominoes, a fun and easy-to-learn game, on the first and third Fridays of the month at 1:15 pm. Join us in the fellowship hall!
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Biblical Potpourri - Adult Education - Sunday Mornings and Wednesday Evenings
 BIBLICAL POTPOURRI WILL RESUME ON SEPTEMBER 18
Sundays at 9:45 and Wednesdays at 7 pm, Pastor Jeff will be offering "Biblical Potpourri," a journey through Scripture. Each week, he will introduce one verse or theme in a new book of the Bible, going through 66 weeks - one for each book. You can join the class any time; please meet in the conference room.
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Serving Opportunities & Mission Partners
September/October Mission Envelopes - ELCA World Hunger
Sep & Oct Mission Envelopes are going to ELCA World Hunger, working towards a just world where all are fed. More information is available at https://www.elca.org/hunger
Mission of Hope - Can You Help?
The Mission of Hope meal organizers are looking for new people who will help with coordinating these meals! LCR serves every other month. Please contact the church office if you are interested in learning more!
Camp EWALU Quilt Auction
All are invited to Ewalu’s 35th Annual Fall Festival & Quilt Auction! This year’s event will use a hybrid auction format like last year. More than 120 quilts will be available for auction on-site during the camp’s traditional Fall Festival & Quilt Auction event on Saturday, Sept. 24, and participants can bid on an additional 100-plus quilts and items in the online auction Sept. 19-25; go to www.ewalu.org/fall-festival-quilt-auction for the online auction link. 
Central Furniture Rescue
Downsizing? Central Furniture Rescue helps homeless furnish apartments with beds, living room furniture, and basic household items. Interested in volunteering or donating? Please contact Michelle Shaw or the church office. More information at CentralFurnitureRescue.org.
Willis Dady Amazon Wishlist
Willis Dady maintains an Amazon wishlist of their most needed items on a week-to-week basis. If you are interested in donating, please visit this link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WXSRWP0N4SN6/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex?blm_aid=26287
If you know of a way to help our community, please email the church office.
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Stephen Ministry
 Do You Need Someone to Talk To?
Stephen Ministers are members of our congregation who receive special training to provide one-on-one Christian care to people who are experiencing challenges in life - grief, loneliness, divorce, hospitalization, disability, job loss, and many other life difficulties. Stephen Ministers listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. Contact the church office if you would like to be put in contact with a Stephen Minister.
Stephen Ministry Training
Taking Stephen Ministry classes is a great way to learn strategies for coping with life's challenges, as well as equipping people to help other people. We would like to kick-off a new training session at LCR in October. If you are interested, please contact the church office.
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Walk to Emmaus - October
 ‘Walk to Emmaus’ retreat weekends are coming up in October (dates below). If you are interested, have questions, or would like to be sponsored (sponsorship is required), please contact Donna Dennis (donnakdennis88@gmail.com) or Tom Lillevig (Lillevig@outlook.com). More information can be found at - https://www.cedarrapidsemmaus.com/
Men's Walk Dates: October 13-16
Women's Walk Dates: October 27-30
Walk Weekends are held at: Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca @ 3271 Sandy Beach Rd NE, Solon, IA 52333
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On the Blog! Rally Day 2022
RALLY DAY 2022 - THANK YOU to everyone who came and made this a truly special day!
See More Pictures! https://lcrmarion.org/blog/rally-day-2022.html
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LCR Weekly Calendar
More Information:
All Events: https://lcrmarion.org/events.html
Adult Education (Studies, Classes): http://www.lcrmarion.org/ministries/adult-ministry.html
Fellowship: https://lcrmarion.org/home/fellowship.html
Handicrafts (Quilting, Woodcarvers, etc.): https://lcrmarion.org/ministries/handicrafts.html
- 8:00 am - Fellowship - Cafe
- 8:30 am - Traditional Worship - Sanctuary
- 9:30 am - Biblical Potpourri - Conference Room
- 9:30 am - Fellowship - Cafe
- 9:30 am - NEW - Mom's Group - Fireplace Room
- 9:30 am - NEW - Walking Group Organizational Meeting - Fellowship Hall (front)
- 9:30 am - Confirmation Prep Session - Fellowship Hall (back)
- 9:40 am - Sunday School - Education Wing
- 10:30 am - Contemporary Worship - Sanctuary
- 1:00 pm - Golf Outing - Indian Creek Country Club
- 6:30 pm - AA Group Meeting - Conference Room
Monday, September 19
- Quilters will not meet this week
- 10:00 am - Mary Schoop Visitation
- 11:00 am - Mary School Memorial Service
- 7:00 pm - Wednesday Evening Worship Team Rehearsal - Sanctuary
Tuesday, September 20
- 1:00 pm - Loaves, Fishes, and Faith Study Group - Fireplace Room
- 1:30 pm - Dementia Caregivers Support Group - Conference Room
- 6:30 pm - Church Council Meeting - Conference Room
- 6:30 pm - Book Club- Fellowship Hall
Wednesday, September 21
- 11:00 am - Pastor's Scripture Study - Fellowship Hall
- 5:30 pm - Fellowship - Cafe
- 6:00 pm - Wednesday Evening Worship
- 6:00 pm - Wednesday Night Live - Fellowship Hall
- 6:15 pm - Galileans Women's Choir Rehearsal - Orange Room (Ed Wing)
- 7:00 pm - Biblical Potpourri - Conference Room
- 7:15 pm - Confirmation - Fellowship Hall
- Resurrection Choir will not meet this week
- 7:30 pm - EDGE High School Group - Youth Activities Center (Y.A.C.) - Ed Wing
Thursday, September 22
- 10:30 am - Social Concerns Team Meeting - Fellowship Hall
- 6:00 pm - Woodcarvers - Art Room (Ed Wing)
- 6:30 pm - Resurrection Ringers Rehearsal - Sanctuary
- 7:00 pm - Donna Dennis Small Group - Conference Room
- 8:00 pm - Bethany Mast Bible Study (home-based group)
Friday, September 23
- 12:00 pm - Gatherings - Cafe
- 1:15 pm - Cribbage - Cafe
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Collection For Ukraine Relief
 The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has launched a call for donations to support the churches and people of Ukraine, who are fleeing their homes and seeking shelter, basic necessities such as food and water, following Russia’s military invasion of the country.
LWF General Secretary Rev. Anne Burghardt said this “support is vital for people desperately seeking shelter from the gunfire and bombing. Every donation counts.”
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection will collect donations and forward them to Lutheran World Federation. Check and cash donations can be dropped off at the church - please mark "Ukraine" in the memo. You can also donate online using our "Donate" button - select "Ukraine" in the dropdown, or Venmo to @resurrectionlutheran; comment "Ukraine."
Since we started collecting money, our congregation has raised $10,000 for Ukraine relief. Thank you for your kindness and generosity. You can stay up to date on Lutheran World Federation Activities by following their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/lutheranworld
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LCR Job Opportunity
 Lutheran Church of the Resurrection is currently looking to hire a Contemporary Worship Leader. |
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Volunteer Opportunities
WE NEED TECH BOOTH VOLUNTEERS!!!
We are still very much in need of volunteers, especially for the 8:30 am Sunday service. Send a message to Cari@LCRMarion.org if you would like to learn more about running the slides, operating the camera, or working with the soundboard.
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Sign Up to Share Your Gifts at LCR!
Time and Talent 2022
The 2022 Time and Talent Catalog and Sign-Up is now available!
We are SO GRATEFUL for the many talents and gifts in our church family! EVERYONE has something to they can share, and we are EXCITED to find new ways to CONNECT as a congregation, and to also share the love of God throughout our community.
Please prayerfully explore the Time & Talent catalog, and then sign up for the things you are interested in as soon as you can.
Click HERE to download the catalog: https://lcrmarion.org/downloads/time-and-talent.html
You can sign up using the online form at the above link, or use the paper forms at church, or download & print a form at home: https://lcrmarion.org/mt-content/uploads/2022/02/tt-response-form-2022-update.pdf. Please submit one form PER PERSON in your family.
Let us know if you have any questions! THANK YOU for sharing your gifts!
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Pastor Jeff's Video Series - Minute Devotionals
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Venmo For Giving
 You are now able to "Venmo" money to LCR for special projects (juice box drive, backpacks, organ fund) or give to the church's general fund! Find us - @lcrmarion (Resurrection Lutheran) or, scan the QR Code:
Please designate what you would like your donation to go toward in the "notes."
Venmo is a smart phone app that allows users to send money to others. Find out more here: https://venmo.com/ |
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LCR Living Legacy Fund
(LCR Trust Fund)
 The purpose of the Living Legacy Fund is to enhance the work of Lutheran Church of the Resurrection by providing ministry, education, and stewardship opportunities for the church that is in addition and apart from the general operation of the church.
Learn more at our new Living Legacy webpage:
lcrmarion.org/giving/livinglegacy.html
Brochures are available on the gathering space kiosk, as well as information about Charitable Giving Through Your IRA - Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). You can download both information pieces from the website.
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Ways to Give
If you are looking for information about how to financially support Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, please go to http://lcrmarion.org/giving/. We are very grateful for your continued faithfulness to the ministries of Lutheran Church of the Resurrection!
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Social Media
We provide many opportunities to connect on our social media platforms. Here are the links:
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