Pastor Russ’ Reflections…

Dear CLC Friends,
Just as the farmers and vineyard owners around us complete their harvest of grain and grape, apples and avocados, so we also, with thanksgiving, bring the fruits of our labors to the Lord.
This coming Sunday, Nov. 9th, at worship and at the Stewardship luncheon following, we will be emphasizing the blessings we have received from the hand of God this past year as well as God’s dreams for Christ Lutheran in 2009.  We will also be hearing from our presiding Bishop, Mark Hanson via DVD.  And the Stewardship packets will be distributed at the luncheon.  Our pledges of time, talent and treasure will be received the next Sunday, Nov. 16th.
Despite the recent global economic downturn, it is important to continue our strong support for the church, both financially and with our time.  Christ Lutheran has been exceptionally blessed with active and generous members.   Remember how we raised over $20,000 in a matter of a few months for our new organ?  We have just launched a $3000 fundraiser for a new roof for the Ark and to replace tile on the sanctuary and I have no doubt those monies will be in before Christmas.  Members are answering the call to assist with our children’s ministry, our property and worship needs, and our expanded cooperative ministry through SALT.  Several new proposals are in the works for the coming year.  You are invited to be a part of God’s growing work among us.
So, I hope to see you this Sunday.  It’s harvest time!
Pastor Russ

Older Kids” (55+) - Thanksgiving Potluck – Wed. Nov. 5th   @ 10:30am to play games.
The bird is provided. Everyone bring your favorite holiday side dish to share!
An All New 9am Sunday Adult Class            Beginning This Sunday, Nov. 9th
“The Jesus I Never Knew”

Philip Yancey offers a new perspective on the life and work of Jesus – his teachings, miracles, death and resurrection – and ultimately who Jesus was and why he came in his best-selling book “The Jesus I Never Knew”, voted Best Book of the Year.  Copies have been ordered and should be here this Sunday.  Get a book, read ahead, and join us to meet a Jesus who is brilliant, creative, challenging, fearless, unpredictable, and ultimately satisfying.
Sun. Nov. 9th       Introduction to The Jesus I Never Knew.  Get your book.
Sun. Nov. 16th     1)  The Jesus I Thought I Knew
Sun. Nov. 23rd     2)  Birth:  The Visited Planet
Sun. Nov. 30th     3)  Background:  Jewish Roots and Soil
(The rest of the schedule will evolve over the weeks)

Stewardship Luncheon * After Worship * Sunday, November 9th
Every member is invited to the annual Stewardship Luncheon on Sunday, November 9th after worship.  Sandwiches and salad will be served.  The brief agenda includes:
•  Giving thanks for God’s goodness to us in 2008.
•  Looking ahead to plans and goals for 2009!
•  A special 10-minute DVD message from Presiding Bishop Mark Hanson
•  Distribution of the 2009 Commitment Packet

You won’t want to miss this wonderful time of fellowship under the theme, “Blessed Be The Lord God.”

Re-Roofing Fundraisers
Keep the rain out of the ark - - help our little critters stay dry!

Noah had only 40 days and 40 nights of rain to worry about.  We want to keep our Ark Sunday School classrooms water tight for years to come!  Be a part of our fundraiser to re-roof the ark and replace broken tile on the sanctuary.
$3000 goal
905 raised to date
$2095 to go!

Simply make a check out to Christ Lutheran and note:  New Roof Fund.
Thank you!  Thank you!   Thank you!

CELEBRATION SUNDAY, November 9
We celebrate Lucy & Rich Hughes’ wedding anniversary and the birthdays of Flo Almcrantz, Karen Tapphorn, Ted Frech, Hanna Nolan and Giordan Garcia with a cake provided by Janie Yanos.  HAPPY CELEBRATION DAY EVERYONE!!!!!
November Mission Basket * Lutheran Campus Ministry at UCSB
Under Pastor Darcy Jensen’s leadership, Lutheran Campus Minstry has gained a reputation for compassion and caring not only to students, faculty and staff at UCSB but also to the residents of Isla Vista.  Let us be generous in our 2nd basket gifts to this important local ministry.

Campus Ministry Facts & Figures.  Did You Know???…
Lutheran Campus Ministries across the U.S. have…
…3800 students at weekly worship.
…contacted more than 25,000 students before and during the fall of 2008.
…performed 70 baptisms, 31 of which were adult.
…more than 2200 participating in Christian education classes.
…nearly 5000 students involved in service opportunities.
…232 campus ministry graduates in seminary now with 219 additional candidates applying.
…149 students involved with Lutheran Volunteer Corps, AmeriCorps, or the Peace Corps.
…2400 students volunteer in leadership roles in ELCA congregations and synods.
Walter Capps Center Lecture – Hans Kung
Hans Kung, President of Foundation for a Global Ethic, and Emeritus Professor, Ecumenical Theology, University of Tubingen, Germany, will give a free lecture about “Global Ethics and the World’s Religions” Monday, November 17, 2008 at 8pm at UCSB Campbell Hall.  Among his many accomplishments, from 1962-1965, he served as official theological consultant to the Second Vatican Council appointed by Pope John XXIII.  In 1979, the Vatican withdrew Kung’s ecclesiastical teaching permission because of his opposition against the doctrine of papal infallibility.
Upcoming Events to Add to Your Calendar
Tues.Nov. 25th  Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service - 7:00pm
First United Methodist Church of Santa Barbara -  305 E. Anapamu
Sat. Dec. 6th  (time)  Advent Adventure
Sun. Dec. 7th   Annual Meeting of the Congregation
Sun. Dec. 14th  Christmas Caroling in the late afternoon
Sun. Dec. 21st  The Children’s Christmas Program as part of the 10am service.

Fall Westmont Chamber Orchestra Concert
November 7 - 8pm  - Halm Hall- Music Academy of the West
November 9 - 3pm  - First Presbyterian Church
$10 admission, students free.

A Note from Kelly
The children’s Bible Study, now fondly called “BFF” standing for “Being Faithful Followers” is this Tuesday at 5:00pm, not 6:30 this week only.  We will continue studying the story of Joseph.  Bible study is canceled the following Tuesday, Nov. 11, due to Veterans Day.

LOL youth group is from 6-8pm Sunday for high school and junior high at Trinity Lutheran.  Come join us for worship, games, snacks, a Bible study topic, and confirmation for the junior highers,

Roof Repair Fundraiser/Bake Sale. Sunday, November 16
Bring a “pocket full of change” and “check” out the tables full of baked goods for sale.  The holidays are fast approaching – get a couple of extra goodies for the freezer for those unexpected guests.  Nothing will be
priced -  your generous donations will all go toward a “dry” winter in the “Ark”.  A total of $3,000 is needed to do the repairs.

Please plan on bringing your contributions of baked goods on Saturday 11/15 or before the service on 11/16.

“Fair Trade” Christmas Sale
Get that little something extra gift for family or friend from CLC’s stash of Fair Trade items:
COFFEE
TEA
HOT CHOCOLATE
CHOCOLATE BARS
Everything will be attractively wrapped to save you that step.  NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 21.
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“Go And Do Likewise”
Luke 10:37

A Four-Part Outreach by CLC to Address Local and World Poverty Needs
Through Involvement and Education

It’s Time For The Harvest!!

Sunday, November 9th –     Bring back the Shoe Boxes and more food for the Grace
Lutheran Food Bank.
Sunday, November 16th –     The Harvest of our Commitments of Time, Talent and
Treasure.  AND, bring food for the Food Bank.
Sunday, November 23rd –     More food for the Food Bank.
Sunday, November 30th –    Bring in items for the people of New Beginnings
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The Social Justice Discussion and Action group will be reading the book,Take This Bread for it’s Nov.meeting  It is the story of “an unexpected and terribly inconvenient Christian conversion, told by a very unlikely convert, it is not only a spiritual memoir but a call to action.” Buy a book and join us for a good discussion. Nov.16th, 7:00 p.m. at Trinity. Questions? Call Frank Renda at 968-3913.

“Don’t cry because it’s over—-smile because it happened.”
Advent Adventure!!!!
Calling All crafters! We need people to sign up to sponsor craft tables for Advent Adventure on December  6
for those who were unable to participate last year, Advent Adventure is an event where we make ornaments that we will give, along with a tree, to needy families in the community so they can decorate their homes for the holidays. By sponsoring a table you are responsible for providing the supplies for one craft and helping others make that craft at Advent Adventure. If you would like to sponsor a table and or need craft ideas please contact Elizabeth Shasberger at eshasberger@cox.net.

Coming soon—THE BOOK OF FAITH:  Open The Bible and Join the Conversation
The Book of Faith Initiative (BFI) is a major effort by the ELCA “to invite the whole church to become more fluent in the first language of faith, the language of Scripture, in order that we might live out our calling as a people renewed, enlivened, empowered, and sent by the Word.”  The BFI is embraced by SALT (Serving As Lutherans Together) and endorsed by the CLC Parish Planning Council.
Let’s face it:  many of us don’t know our Bibles very well.  And yet, the Bible is central to the faith of all Christians.  The language of the Bible shapes how we think and speak about God, the world, and ourselves.  We are renewed, enlivened, and empowered as Scripture forms and shapes our hearts, our minds, and our mission to our community and the world.
Help is on the way!  The ELCA has recently produced several new Bible Study resources.  This January, Pastors Truls Person (Trinity), Lynn Bruer (Grace), and Russ Gordon will team teach a study entitled “Rediscovering the Book of Faith” in round-robin style at each congregation.  “Rediscovering” explores how the Bible came to be, with sessions on the Old Testament, the New Testament, and translations of the Bible.

and, look for a first-ever Lutheran Study Bible available in Spring, 2009.
Save the date of Saturday, February 7 when Dr. Diane Jacobson, Professor of Biblical Studies at Luther Seminary and Director of the BFI for the ELCA, will be with us to present a review of the Old Testament.  Our goal is then to form numerous small Bible Study groups throughout Goleta/Santa Barbara made up of members and friends of Christ, Grace, and Trinity Lutheran congregations. We will be seeking and training small group leaders for this ambitious yet important effort.
Watch for further information over the next month and prayerfully plan on being a part of the Book of Faith Initiative!

More details:  http://www.bookoffaith.org.  Open Scripture…Join the Conversation!

—Mark D’Evelyn, SALT Book of Faith Team Co-Chair
Holy Land & Egypt Tour – November 2009
Eight CLC members and friends have already registered to accompany Pastor Russ on a 17-day Holy Land tour and Nile Cruise departing November 3, 2009.  Walk where Jesus walked.  Visit the lands of the Bible stories.  Grow in faith.  Brochures and a DVD are available.  Our friends from Grace and Trinity Lutheran will also be joining us.  Let’s fill a bus with Lutherans!  See Pastor Russ for more details.

Oberammergau/Germany Tour in September, 2010
Even though 2010 seems far away, the tickets for the Passion Play and the Germany tour are selling fast.  In fact, only 30 seats remain for the tour leaving from LAX on August 31, 2010.  If you are interested in a tour of Austria, Bavaria, the Passion Play and retracing Luther’s footsteps in Germany, see Pastor Russ.  Brochures and a DVD are available.
WHEN YOU NEED A PASTOR DURING TIMES OF EMERGENCY
….please contact Pastor Russ either at the church 964-2267 or his cell phone number 805 704-2199.
On the days when Pastor Russ is not in Goleta, Pastors Darcy Jensen and Lynn Bruer have graciously agreed to be “on call” for our members.  They can be contacted at: Pastor Darcy   968-3164 (work #)       Pastor Lynn    687-2628 (church # Jan, our church secretary, has Pastor Lynn’s home phone number, if she cannot be reached at the office.

If YOU cannot serve on Sunday, please exchange with someone else on the schedule and let Jan know of the change for the bulletin.
THANK YOU SERVERS for November 9
Ushers:        Tori Blunt and Lorry Mylly
Greeters:         Karen and Ralph Tapphorn
Assistant:        Marsha Honnold
Acolyte:        Kanani Honnold
Reader:        Marji Burnight
Presenter:        Honnold family
Coffee:            Sue Deweese
Counters:        Tori Blunt and Lynette Trowbridge
Communion:          Jan Rosendahl
Cleaning:        Rendas
Flowers:        Anne Burggraf
CAKE:        Janie Yanos

If YOU cannot serve on your assigned week, please exchange with someone else on the schedule and let Jan know of the change for the bulletin.

Sunday Servers     Nov. 2    Nov. 9    Nov. 16    Nov. 23    Nov. 30
Ushers                  WE

Tori B./Lorry M.    Tori B./Lorry M.    Tori B./Lorry M.    Tori B./Lorry M.
Greeters                 WILL    Tapphorns    Knudsons    Baumanns    Shasbergers
Assisting Minister                  BE

Marsha Honnold    Greg Honnold    Dwain Vanderhoof    Russ Twedt
Acolyte              AT    A    Kim Almcrantz    Kanani Honnold    Karen Almcrantz    Kim Almcrantz
Offertory Present          COMBINED
Almcrantz family    Honnold family    Tori B./Lorry M.    Tori B./Lorry M.
Reader          ALL SAINTS    Marji Burnight    Arleen Twedt    Rebecca Shasberger    Ted Knudson
Nursery           CELEBRATION

Flowers           SERVICE        Schoepps    Lowes    Schoepps
Coffee Service                  AT    Sue Deweese    Vanderhoofs    Arleen Twedt    Kent Carlander
Counters           TRINITY    Tori B./Lynette T.    Tori B./Lynette T.    Tori B./Lynette T.    Tori B./Lynette T.
Cookies/Cake           LUTHERAN    CAKE/Janie Yanos    Marji B./Elizabeth S.    Catherine/Laverne    Karen C./Jan R.
Sacristan              SANTA    Jan Rosendahl    Jan Rosendahl    Lucy Hughes    Lucy Hughes
Cleaning             BARBARA    Rendas    Allen Hove    Twedts    Baumanns

2, ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
9:30 Worship at Trinity
SALT meeting & luncheon to follow
6-8 LOL, Pumpkin Olympics    3    4
ELECTION DAY

5:00  Noah’s Ark    5
10:30 OLDER
KIDS
Thanksgiving
Feast Potluck    6
LCM Tri-Synod Board    7    8
9, 26th Sunday after Pentecost
9:00 Sun. School for all ages
10:00 Worship Service
11:30 Stewardship Luncheon
Celebration Sunday
FOOD BASKET SUNDAY    10    11
6:30 Noah’s Ark
7:00 PPC    12    13    14    15
16, 27th Sund after Pentecost
9:00 Sun. School for all ages
10:00 Worship Service
CONSECRATION SUNDAY
FOOD BASKET SUNDAY
11:30 CHOIR PRACTICE    17    18

6:30 Noah’s Ark    19    20    21    22
23, Christ the King Sunday
9:00 Sun. School for all ages
10:00 Worship Service
11:30 CHOIR PRACTICE    24    25    26    27    28    29