October 09, 2010:
"SAVE THE DATE"
GIFT GALA 2010
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Worship with us this weekend!
Laguna Woods (LW) Sat. 5pm, Sun. 8, 9 and 10:30am
Aliso Viejo (AV) Sun. 9am
Galatians 5:22-23; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Matthew 4:1-11
As we get ready to send our children back to school this fall, you’ll be involved with shopping and preparations. Here’s a fun reminder of what we need to survive everyday life.
A SURVIVAL KIT FOR EVERY DAY LIVING
Items Needed: Toothpick, Rubber Band, Band Aid, Pencil, Eraser, Chewing Gum, Mint, Candy Kiss, Tea Bag
Why???
1. TOOTHPICK - to remind you to pick out the good qualities in others.
2. RUBBER BAND - to remind you to be flexible, things might not always go the way you want, but it will work out.
3. BAND AID - to remind you to heal hurt feelings, yours or someone else's.
4. PENCIL - to remind you to list your blessings every day.
5. ERASER - To remind you that everyone makes mistakes, and it's OK.
6. CHEWING GUM - to remind you to stick with it and you can accomplish anything.
7. MINT - to remind you that you are worth a mint.
8. CANDY KISS - to remind you that everyone needs a kiss or a hug every day.
9. TEA BAG - to remind you to relax daily and reflect on all the positive things in your life.
God never told us that life would be easy, but He did tell us that no matter what happens in life He will be with us. Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." – Deuteronomy 31:6
Blessings on this new school year!
Kim Butz, Director of Children’s Ministries
Special Announcement – AV worship time is changing to 9:30am beginning Rally Day, September 12, 2010.
Upcoming Events:
· Angel Food Ministries: Pick up order this Saturday, August 28, 10:30am-12pm @ LW
· Mission ImPossible THIS Saturday: August 28, 6pm @ LW Celebrating (w/carne asada meal) the new Miracle Ranch girl’s dorm, African missions & exciting opportunities
· Red Cross Blood Drive THIS Sunday: August 29, 7am-1pm @ LW – Drop-ins welcomed!
· Beach Baptism Celebration/BBQ Potluck/Worship Service THIS Sunday: August 29, 4pm @ Salt Creek Beach. Call Pastor Leland 837-4673 if interested in being baptized
· Rally Day: September 12 @ both campuses; AV has brunch following the new worship time
· Harvest Hoedown & Chili Cook-Off: September 25, 6pm @ LW (Benefit for Beneath His Wings)
· 3rd Annual G.I.F.T. Gala: October 9, 6-10pm @ Arroyo Trabuco Country Club
Children's Ministries - Kim Butz
Can you believe the summer is over and it’s already “Back to School” time? There has been so much going on over the summer with construction at both campuses, Worship, Bible study, Time-out Tuesdays, VBS and many other ministry programs.
Now it’s time to begin thinking about the Fall Ministry season, and I am happy to announce several exciting events that I hope your children and your whole family will participate in.
1. Just a reminder – SON seekers (5pm Saturday Evening and 9am Sunday Morning) will NOT be meeting the next two weekends (August 29th and September 5th). I encourage you to Worship together as a family these weeks.
2. SON seekers begins a brand new year on Sunday, September 12th. Our year will begin with a series called “Who’s your hero?” The whole church will be traveling through the book of Hebrews together and our Pastor’s sermons, Bible study and SON seeker time will be following the same themes each week.
3. A brand new Children’s Choir will begin this fall (the end of September). Rehearsals will take place on Sunday mornings from 11:00-11:30am at the AV campus. If your child is interested in participating, please contact me (kim@lcotc.org or 949-837-4673).
4. Beginning this Fall there will NO LONGER be Children’s Ministry Wednesday evenings (child-care will be available for parents who would like to participate in the Wednesday evening Bible study). We are beginning Nite LIFE, a brand new program on Saturday evening @LW for Children and FAMILIES. The evening begins at 5pm with a 45 minute time of Worship for ALL AGES followed by a light dinner and 45 minutes of fun and learning in age appropriate groups for the ENTIRE FAMILY. The whole evening would be complete by 7pm and families can be on their way home. Nite LIFE begins with a family BBQ following Worship on September 11th
We are moving to this format for several reasons:
a. We have found midweek evenings are difficult for children and families to attend because of homework, sports or the lateness of the evening (especially for our PS children who have to get up for school the next morning)
b. Our hope and desire is for the WHOLE FAMILY to be able to grow as God’s children. So we will be offering parenting classes, Bible studies, etc which are relevant to living as a Christian in the world today
c. This format and evening allows us to program activities and events that will bring the family of God – all members of LCC – together for fun, fellowship, and learning
I pray that you and your family will join us for Nite LIFE on Saturday evenings and/or Worship and SON seekers on Sunday morning. Attached you will find the Fall Children’s Ministries calendar, please mark your calendar with all these activities and events and participate when you can.
If you have any questions about any of the activities or events please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me.
Blessings on your Fall!
Kim
If you have questions or would like more
information regarding any Children’s Ministries activity or event, please contact Kim Butz at 949-837-4673 or kim@lcotc.org.
Youth News by Jamin Goggin
This summer is shaping up to be a great time of fellowship and fun for the youth group. Our Wednesday night youth group this summer is undergoing a change of address. We will still have our off site night events the first Wednesday of July and August, but the remainder of the weeks we will have youth group in youth family homes. In July we will be meeting at the Hand’s residence (1 Alisal, Laguna Hills 92653). In August we will be meeting at the DeMars’ residence (1 Satinbush, Aliso Viejo 92656). We will meet from 6-8pm with an hour of swimming, eating and fun followed by an hour of worship and Bible study. So, come join us this summer and bring your bathing suit!
A couple other reminders for the summer…
- Every Tuesday in July and August - Beach Day from 11-2 @ Salt Creek Beach
- High School summer retreat - August 12th-15th @ San Onofre State Beach; cost $75
I pray that God will continue to move in the lives of our students this summer. It is such a blessing to be a part of how He is moving in their lives.
In Christ,
Jamin Goggin, Youth Pastor
Summer Youth Intern
Andy Stratton will working as a Youth Intern at LCC this summer. He is a student at Concordia University, Irvine working towards a Director of Christian Education certification. Andy obtained his BA in Business and MA in Coaching from Concordia. He has taught in local Lutheran Schools for several years as well as coached at Capo Valley High School .
Andy has been married to Kristi for 8 years and they
have two wonderful children, Dylan - 7 and Sage - 4.
Andy is grateful for the opportunity to work with the
youth and to continue to grow in the ways that God has called him.
Promise Keepers Saturday Men’s Group
Men of any age are encouraged to join our Saturday Men’s Group—Promise Keepers. We are using a devotional series entitled “Men of Integrity.” The men’s group meets every Saturday at our Laguna Woods campus at 7am. For more information call Ken Whitney at 949-472-8002 or just come to one of our meetings.
Miracle Ranch Love Abounds
Construction on the girls’ dorm at Miracle Ranch continues with great progress. If you are interested in helping please contact Pastor Leland at 949-837-4673 or Scott Dawson at 949-249-4917.
Men’s Surf Group meets Saturdays
“Mightier than the breakers of the sea – the Lord on high is mighty.” (Psalm 93:4)
Our men’s surf group meets on Saturday mornings at
various locations at 7:00 am. Please contact Pastor John (389-0300, john@lcotc.org) or Troy LeGrande (521-0261) for more info. We plan to meet each Saturday through the spring and summer. See you on the waves!
The next Rockem 2 Sockem event coming up in August
Coming up in August 2010. Please check back for more information.
Christian Church, Christian Preschool, & Christian K-8 School in Orange County, CA
The Christian churches, preschool and K-8 school of Lutheran Church of the Cross and Aliso Viejo Church of the Cross serve the communities of Aliso Viejo (AV), Laguna Woods (LW), Laguna Hills (LH), Lake Forest (LF), Laguna Beach (LB), Laguna Niguel (LN), Irvine, East Irvine, Tustin, Tustin Ranch, Newport Beach (NB), Corona Del Mar, Costa Mesa, Mission Viejo (MV), Ladera Ranch, Rancho Santa Margarita (RSM), Coto De Caza, Dove Canyon, Trabuco Canyon, Portola Hills, Foothill Ranch, Anaheim, Anaheim Hills, San Joaquin Hills, San Juan Capistrano (SJC), Capistrano Beach, Dana Point (DP), San Clemente (SC), and the Surrounding Areas of beautiful South Orange County (OC), California.