We won't be meeting for the "Gospel According to the Simpsons" this Friday. I'm out of town and I couldn't get a room anyway. It woudl be great if we could get a few more people to help out with NOVACO on Monday -- it will be so much better if you're there with us. Also, check out the MALSM retreat info -- are you interested in a free retreat that will be awesome? Finally, consider applying to be a Peer Minister next year -- talk to me about it if you are trying to figure out if it is a good fit for you.
Details on all this stuff below:
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Thursday 3/27: TABLE TALK with United College Ministries
Thursday 3/27: JESUS: PROPHET OF ISLAM - sponsored by GMU MSA
Friday 3/28: WHERE DO I GO NOW GOD - United College Ministries
Saturday 2/29: Fixing up an estate for SAMARITAN WOMEN
Monday 3/31: Playing with kids to serve NOVACO
Friday 4/4: Gospel According to the Simpsons
Thursday 4/10: Peer Ministry applications due
Thursday 4/10: With One Voice event on campus
Friday 4/18 - Sunday 4/20: MALSM retreat
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Sometimes, life feels crazy and hectic. We get so busy that we feel like we don't have time for God. Sometimes we have to make time. It's not that God won't love us either way, but that we won't feel whole and at peace while running around cut off from God. Both time alone with God and time together as a community are important as we seek to grow spiritually.
Dear God, please help us to find time to spend with you, away from the chaos of our daily lives, and help us to experience your presence abiding with us and moving among our community. AMEN.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
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(In general, ALL students, faculty, or staff at GMU or any other college in northern Virginia are invited and welcomed at our events. Being "Lutheran" is never required. All times, dates, and locations are subject to change. Check for updates at http://gmu.edu/org/lutheran or the "GMU Lutherans" Facebook group.)
NOVACO: The Northern Virginia Coalition (NOVACO -- http://www.novaco.org/) helps homeless victims of domestic abuse become healthy, secure, and self-sufficient. We'll play with children while their mothers are in classes to equip them for the workforce. We'll meet at the George Mason Statue on Monday, March 31st leaving campus at 6pm and returning by 8:30pm. RSVP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=9999426025
SAMARITAN WOMEN: We'll join other young adults from the region in continuing to fix up an old estate to be used for a transitional, residential program for young women (http://www.thesamaritanwomen.org/). Last time we worked in the yard. Who knows what we'll be doing this time. (Unfortunately, I can't go, but GMU student Erika Kummernuss has offered a ride for anyone who wants to go.) I highly recommend this event! March 29th leaving campus around 8am and returning by 4pm. RSVP on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10971570798 -- you can find Erika as a "Confirmed Guest" to ask for a ride.
GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS: We will not be meeting this week, but we will meet again Friday, April 4th at 3pm-4pm on the 3rd floor of the Johnson Center to watch the Simpsons and discuss. Bring some friends along -- EVERYONE is welcome! RSVP on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=7886169027
SPRING RETREAT with Mid-Atlantic Lutheran Student Movement (MALSM): (***Non-Lutherans Welcomed***) Students from northern VA, DC, MD, DE, NJ, PA, and WV will gather at Sequanota Camp in Jennerstown, PA under the theme "Roughing it with Jesus: Back to the Basics of our Faith". Cost is FREE if you tell me you are going, including a free ride! We'll leave campus Friday, April 18th at 4:30pm and return during the afternoon on Sunday, April 20th. Please contact me at gmuLutherans@bbuss.com for more details and the registration form. You don't want to miss this!
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP CARPOOL: Katie Kane leads the worship carpool If you want to go to worship on a Sunday morning, email her at kkane [at] gmu.edu to work out the details.
PEER MINISTRY APPLICATION: Are you motivated, creative, and interested in faith? Do you need a part-time job for next academic year? If you think you might be interested in a student employment position with our ministry at GMU, see the application available at http://novalcm.org/PeerMinistryApplication.pdf --- the application includes a rough job description. Applications are due by Thursday, April 10, 2008.
WITH ONE VOICE: This event is co-sponsored by many of the Christian ministries on campus on Thursday at 7:30pm. If you are interested in helping to plan this event, please let me know ASAP and I'll put you in touch with the people heading it up. Look forward to more information on this event soon!
SUMMER JOBS & MORE: This info can be found at http://gmulutherans.blogspot.com/2008/03/employment-opportunities-near-and-far.html
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HOSTED BY OTHERS:
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JESUS: PROPHET OF ISLAM - sponsored by GMU Muslim Students Association: "With this event, we hope to clearify some of the misconceptions of how Jesus (peace be upon him) is perceived in Islam. We would really appreciate it if you would be able to attend this event." RSVP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=14402662039 or visit http://gmu.edu/org/msa/ for more information Thursday, March 27 at 7:30pm in Enterprise room 80.
TABLE TALK - sponsored by United College Ministries: Free food and fellowship. All are welcome. Email dmay@gmu.edu for more information. Thursdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm at St. George's United Methodist Church (4910 Ox Rd, Fairfax).
"WHERE DO I GO NOW GOD" SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION - sponsored by United College Ministries: Explore life-direction / vocation with Pastor Herb. Email dmay@gmu.edu for more information. Fridays at 11:45am in SUB I outside the Campus Ministry office Fridays Noon. All are welcome.
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May you experience God's presence this week!
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Upcoming Events -- March 19, 2008
See below for information on:
This is "Holy Week" -- the time in the church calendar when we process the days leading up to and including the crucirfixion of Jesus the Christ and columinating in the celebration of his resurrection on Easter morning. Although we recognize through the whole process that we know the tomb is empty, it is important to also remember that there was a time when it wasn't. This is one of the ways that God shows us how deep his love for us is.
Lord, this week we stumble to the foot of the cross. We humble ourselves before you as Jesus humbled himself. We desire to be vessels of Your love to the world around us. AMEN.
====================
UPCOMING EVENTS:
====================
(In general, ALL students, faculty, or staff at GMU or any other college in northern Virginia are invited and welcomed at our events. Being "Lutheran" is never required. All times, dates, and locations are subject to change. Check for updates at http://gmu.edu/org/lutheran or the "GMU Lutherans" Facebook group.)
HOLY WEEK WORSHIP: Most Lutheran churches will be having worship this week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday following the chronology of the holy drama of the Passion of Christ. These congregations are close to campus and have worship times posted on their websites:
http://www.lordoflifelutheran.com/home.xml
http://blclife.org/
http://elcvienna.org/
GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS: Friday, March 21st at 3pm-4pm. We'll meet in Johnson Center meeting room B (3rd floor) to watch the Simpsons and discuss. Bring some friends along -- EVERYONE is welcome!
NOVACO: The Northern Virginia Coalition (NOVACO) helps homeless victims of domestic abuse become healthy, secure, and self-sufficient. We'll play with children while their mothers are in classes to equip them for the workforce. Monday, March 31st leaving campus at 6pm and returning by 8:30pm.
SAMARITAN WOMEN: We'll join other young adults from the region in continuing to fix up an old estate to be used for a transitional, residential program for young women (http://www.thesamaritanwomen.org/). Last time we worked in the yard. Who knows what we'll be doing this time. (Unfortunately, I can't go, but GMU student Erika Kummernuss has offered a ride for anyone who wants to go.) I highly recommend this event! March 29th leaving campus around 8am and returning by 4pm. RSVP on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10971570798 -- you can find Erika as a "Confirmed Guest" to ask for a ride.
SPRING RETREAT with Mid-Atlantic Lutheran Student Movement (MALSM): (***Non-Lutherans Welcomed***) Students from northern VA, DC, MD, DE, NJ, PA, and WV will gather at Sequanota Camp in Jennerstown, PA under the theme "Roughing it with Jesus: Back to the Basics of our Faith". Cost is only $5 if you tell me you are going, including a free ride! We'll leave campus Friday, April 18th at 4:30pm and return during the afternoon on Sunday, April 20th. Please contact me at gmuLutherans@bbuss.com for more details and the registration form. You don't want to miss this!
Sunday Morning Worship: Katie Kane leads the worship carpool If you want to go to worship on a Sunday morning, email her at kkane [at] gmu.edu to work out the details.
LENTEN DEVOTIONS: I've been providing a scripture-based devotion for you to read and pray with each day during Lent. Feel free to share them with any interested friends as well. There are only a few days left, but you can still get on the list any of these ways:
1. Join our "Lenten Devotions" Facebook group: http://gmu.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7958874287&ref=share
2. Send gmuLutherans@bbuss.com an E-mail message asking to receive the devotions by email.
3. Subscribe to the RSS feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/LentenDevotions
PEER MINISTRY APPLICATION: Are you motivated, creative, and interested in faith? Do you need a part-time job for next academic year? If you think you might be interested in a student employment position with our ministry at GMU, see the application available at http://novalcm.org/PeerMinistryApplication.pdf --- the application includes a rough job description. Applications are due by Thursday, April 10, 2008.
SUMMER JOBS & MORE: This info can be found at http://gmulutherans.blogspot.com/2008/03/employment-opportunities-near-and-far.html
====================
HOSTED BY OTHERS:
====================
AT THE CROSSROADS OF FAITH AND IDENTITY - part of Pride Week 2008
"Join us in an interfaith conversation in which persons of all faiths explore with Muslim, Jewish, and Christian speakers how our religious heritage and identities such as culture, race, gender, clas, and ability have shaped the way we perceive ourselves or others as members of the faith-affirming queer community." Call 703-993-2700 for more information. Tuesday, March 25 at 4:30pm-6:00pm in the Bistro.
JESUS: PROPHET OF ISLAM- sponsored by GMU Muslim Students Association
"With this event, we hope to clearify some of the misconceptions of how Jesus (peace be upon him) is perceived in Islam. We would really appreciate it if you would be able to attend this event." RSVP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=14402662039 or visit http://gmu.edu/org/msa/ for more information Thursday, March 27 at 7:30pm in Enterprise room 80.
TABLE TALK - sponsored by United College Ministries
Free food and fellowship. All are welcome. Email dmay@gmu.edu for more information. Thursdays at 7:00pm at St. George's United Methodist Church (4910 Ox Rd, Fairfax).
DISCUSSION: DIRECTION / VOCATION - sponsored by United College Ministries
Explore life-direction / vocation with Pastor Herb. Email dmay@gmu.edu for more information. Fridays at 11:45am in SUB I outside the Campus Ministry office Fridays 11:45 am. All are welcome.
====================
- The Gospel According to the Simpsons
- Playing with kids to serve NOVACO
- Helping fix up an old house for The Samaritan Women
- MALSM RETREAT for only $5
- Job: Peer Ministry
- Crossroads of Faith and Identity
- Jesus: Prophet of Islam
- and more!
This is "Holy Week" -- the time in the church calendar when we process the days leading up to and including the crucirfixion of Jesus the Christ and columinating in the celebration of his resurrection on Easter morning. Although we recognize through the whole process that we know the tomb is empty, it is important to also remember that there was a time when it wasn't. This is one of the ways that God shows us how deep his love for us is.
Lord, this week we stumble to the foot of the cross. We humble ourselves before you as Jesus humbled himself. We desire to be vessels of Your love to the world around us. AMEN.
====================
UPCOMING EVENTS:
====================
(In general, ALL students, faculty, or staff at GMU or any other college in northern Virginia are invited and welcomed at our events. Being "Lutheran" is never required. All times, dates, and locations are subject to change. Check for updates at http://gmu.edu/org/lutheran or the "GMU Lutherans" Facebook group.)
HOLY WEEK WORSHIP: Most Lutheran churches will be having worship this week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday following the chronology of the holy drama of the Passion of Christ. These congregations are close to campus and have worship times posted on their websites:
http://www.lordoflifelutheran.com/home.xml
http://blclife.org/
http://elcvienna.org/
GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS: Friday, March 21st at 3pm-4pm. We'll meet in Johnson Center meeting room B (3rd floor) to watch the Simpsons and discuss. Bring some friends along -- EVERYONE is welcome!
NOVACO: The Northern Virginia Coalition (NOVACO) helps homeless victims of domestic abuse become healthy, secure, and self-sufficient. We'll play with children while their mothers are in classes to equip them for the workforce. Monday, March 31st leaving campus at 6pm and returning by 8:30pm.
SAMARITAN WOMEN: We'll join other young adults from the region in continuing to fix up an old estate to be used for a transitional, residential program for young women (http://www.thesamaritanwomen.org/). Last time we worked in the yard. Who knows what we'll be doing this time. (Unfortunately, I can't go, but GMU student Erika Kummernuss has offered a ride for anyone who wants to go.) I highly recommend this event! March 29th leaving campus around 8am and returning by 4pm. RSVP on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10971570798 -- you can find Erika as a "Confirmed Guest" to ask for a ride.
SPRING RETREAT with Mid-Atlantic Lutheran Student Movement (MALSM): (***Non-Lutherans Welcomed***) Students from northern VA, DC, MD, DE, NJ, PA, and WV will gather at Sequanota Camp in Jennerstown, PA under the theme "Roughing it with Jesus: Back to the Basics of our Faith". Cost is only $5 if you tell me you are going, including a free ride! We'll leave campus Friday, April 18th at 4:30pm and return during the afternoon on Sunday, April 20th. Please contact me at gmuLutherans@bbuss.com for more details and the registration form. You don't want to miss this!
Sunday Morning Worship: Katie Kane leads the worship carpool If you want to go to worship on a Sunday morning, email her at kkane [at] gmu.edu to work out the details.
LENTEN DEVOTIONS: I've been providing a scripture-based devotion for you to read and pray with each day during Lent. Feel free to share them with any interested friends as well. There are only a few days left, but you can still get on the list any of these ways:
1. Join our "Lenten Devotions" Facebook group: http://gmu.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7958874287&ref=share
2. Send gmuLutherans@bbuss.com an E-mail message asking to receive the devotions by email.
3. Subscribe to the RSS feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/LentenDevotions
PEER MINISTRY APPLICATION: Are you motivated, creative, and interested in faith? Do you need a part-time job for next academic year? If you think you might be interested in a student employment position with our ministry at GMU, see the application available at http://novalcm.org/PeerMinistryApplication.pdf --- the application includes a rough job description. Applications are due by Thursday, April 10, 2008.
SUMMER JOBS & MORE: This info can be found at http://gmulutherans.blogspot.com/2008/03/employment-opportunities-near-and-far.html
====================
HOSTED BY OTHERS:
====================
AT THE CROSSROADS OF FAITH AND IDENTITY - part of Pride Week 2008
"Join us in an interfaith conversation in which persons of all faiths explore with Muslim, Jewish, and Christian speakers how our religious heritage and identities such as culture, race, gender, clas, and ability have shaped the way we perceive ourselves or others as members of the faith-affirming queer community." Call 703-993-2700 for more information. Tuesday, March 25 at 4:30pm-6:00pm in the Bistro.
JESUS: PROPHET OF ISLAM- sponsored by GMU Muslim Students Association
"With this event, we hope to clearify some of the misconceptions of how Jesus (peace be upon him) is perceived in Islam. We would really appreciate it if you would be able to attend this event." RSVP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=14402662039 or visit http://gmu.edu/org/msa/ for more information Thursday, March 27 at 7:30pm in Enterprise room 80.
TABLE TALK - sponsored by United College Ministries
Free food and fellowship. All are welcome. Email dmay@gmu.edu for more information. Thursdays at 7:00pm at St. George's United Methodist Church (4910 Ox Rd, Fairfax).
DISCUSSION: DIRECTION / VOCATION - sponsored by United College Ministries
Explore life-direction / vocation with Pastor Herb. Email dmay@gmu.edu for more information. Fridays at 11:45am in SUB I outside the Campus Ministry office Fridays 11:45 am. All are welcome.
====================
Have a great week!
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Employment Opportunities ... near and far / summer and fall ...
This is the official announcement of a student employment opportunity with our ministry!
We're accepting applications for the position of Peer Minister. Our Board has yet to decide if we are able to hire one or two students, but please apply if you are interested. Highlights from the job description:
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Other opportunities you might be interested in this year (or to start thinking about for the future) are below.
I have more information on all of these programs, so please contact me at gmuLutherans@bbuss.com if you want more information or contact information.
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SUMMER:
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Holden Village (http://www.holdenvillage.org/):
Tucked in the Cascade Mountains in central Washington state, Holden Village is a unique experience. All positions come with free room and board, but you wouldn't work here for the money. (Area heads get $300/month and everyone else volunteers.) Serve for a little as three weeks and you will remember it for the rest of your life. To get more information, click on "Work at Holden" then "Short Term".
Lutheran Outdoor Ministries (http://www.elca.org/camps/):
All across the country, camps hire counselors to run their summer programs. This is very rewarding experience. To find a camp in a specific state, go to http://www.elca.org/camps/search.asp -- don't enter a city unless you know exactly what you are looking for. Go to the individual camp website for more information and to apply. The closest camp to GMU is probably Mar-Lu-Ridge in Maryland: http://www.elca.org/offsite.asp?URL=http://www.mar-lu-ridge.org
ELCA Paid Summer Internships (in Chicago) - see http://www.elca.org/employment and scroll down half way to to the INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES box to see a complete listing and to apply by 3/15/2008. Examples include:
ALL YEAR:
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Lutheran Volunteer Corps (LVC):
LVC is looking for 108 talented and passionate adults to work full-time in social justice organizations and ministries. LVC is a full-time program that offers people a one-year opportunity for spiritual and personal exploration while working for social justice, living in intentional community and simplifying their lifestyles. Volunteers are matched with non-profit organizations in Baltimore, MD; Wilmington, DE; Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN; Seattle and Tacoma, WA; and the SF Bay Area, CA. Volunteers receive health insurance, time off for retreats and vacation, and a stipend to cover basic living and personal expenses. Most receive a $4700 Americorps Education Award, access to seminary and graduate school scholarships and helpful career development opportunities. Member of LVC unite their time and talents with the time and talents of society's marginalized people. (Volunteers must be at least 21 years old.) Application deadlines for the 2008-2009 program year are right around the corner! Applications are received on a rolling basis with the following deadlines: March 14 and May 1. Download an application today from www.LutheranVolunteerCorps.org/Volunteers.htm.
ELCA Global Mission:
Would you be interested in taking a year to do service ministry? Some examples of what this might include:
http://www.elca.org/globalserve/youngadults/
http://www.elca.org/globalserve/YAGM2008.pdf
http://www.elca.org/globalserve/explore-9-07-four.pdf
http://www.elca.org/globalserve
YOUTH ENCOUNTER:
Youth Encounter specializes in relational youth ministry, service ministry, and team-based music ministry. Get more information at http://www.youthencounter.org/
==========
If you don't see what you are looking for, contact me with what you want and I might be able to point you in the right direction.
We're accepting applications for the position of Peer Minister. Our Board has yet to decide if we are able to hire one or two students, but please apply if you are interested. Highlights from the job description:
- 6 - 10 hours each week while classes are in session at GMU;
- Community facilitation to help build our community and enable it to serve Christ;
- Helping to plan and coordinate activities (retreats, worship, fellowship events, service opportunities, etc.);
- Brainstorming new and creative ways our ministry can serve and/or reach out to the GMU community;
- Pay will be hourly at a rate competitive with other jobs on campus.
==========
Other opportunities you might be interested in this year (or to start thinking about for the future) are below.
I have more information on all of these programs, so please contact me at gmuLutherans@bbuss.com if you want more information or contact information.
==========
SUMMER:
==========
Holden Village (http://www.holdenvillage.org/):
Tucked in the Cascade Mountains in central Washington state, Holden Village is a unique experience. All positions come with free room and board, but you wouldn't work here for the money. (Area heads get $300/month and everyone else volunteers.) Serve for a little as three weeks and you will remember it for the rest of your life. To get more information, click on "Work at Holden" then "Short Term".
Lutheran Outdoor Ministries (http://www.elca.org/camps/):
All across the country, camps hire counselors to run their summer programs. This is very rewarding experience. To find a camp in a specific state, go to http://www.elca.org/camps/search.asp -- don't enter a city unless you know exactly what you are looking for. Go to the individual camp website for more information and to apply. The closest camp to GMU is probably Mar-Lu-Ridge in Maryland: http://www.elca.org/offsite.asp?URL=http://www.mar-lu-ridge.org
ELCA Paid Summer Internships (in Chicago) - see http://www.elca.org/employment and scroll down half way to to the INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES box to see a complete listing and to apply by 3/15/2008. Examples include:
- Development Services Intern - provide support to the Office for Global Mission Support through assistance with: sponsorship data-base entry, donor mailings, preparing packets for summer GM missionary events, miscellaneous clerical tasks, and other duties.
- Editing Intern with "The Lutheran" ( http://www.thelutheran.org/template/index.cfm ) - develop, write, edit and manage general news and feature stories, work with Art Committee to create photos/art to accompany stories.
- News Service Intern with ELCA Communications ( http://www.elca.org/communication/ ) - The intern will conduct interviews and write news stories related to ELCA ministries and its people. The intern will be considered a member of the ELCA news staff, and will attend staff meetings. Some travel.
- World Hunger Intern with ELCA Church In Society - Contribute to the significant work and mission of ELCA World Hunger (http://www.elca.org/hunger/whatwedo/guidelines.html), including conducting research for initiatives on topics such as: HIV and AIDS, malaria, and hunger education resources. Serve on the core planning team for the 2008 World Hunger Synod Leadership Gathering. Contribute to a number of World Hunger print and web resources. Work with experienced professionals, building and exploring your skills to work both within the ELCA and the wider anti-poverty community.
- Assistant to Studies Department and Justice for Women Intern with ELCA Church in Society ( http://www.elca.org/churchinsociety/ ) - Half-time in Studies and half-time in Justice for Women. The responsibilities in Justice for Women are in: conference planning support, communication, and curriculum development. Examples: assistance with electronic registration design; personal contact about a Lutheran feminist theology conference with seminaries and other stakeholders; dismantling sexism educational modules from young adult perspectives and discussion starters for youth. The responsibilities in Studies will be related mostly to cross referencing and proofing "Journal of Lutheran Ethics" (www.elca.org/jle) and working on publicity and awareness for "Faithful Journey" youth Web site.
- Web Intern with ELCA Communications - Web development for ELCA.org assisting with migratin of content to the Sitecore content management system (CMS).
ALL YEAR:
==========
Lutheran Volunteer Corps (LVC):
LVC is looking for 108 talented and passionate adults to work full-time in social justice organizations and ministries. LVC is a full-time program that offers people a one-year opportunity for spiritual and personal exploration while working for social justice, living in intentional community and simplifying their lifestyles. Volunteers are matched with non-profit organizations in Baltimore, MD; Wilmington, DE; Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN; Seattle and Tacoma, WA; and the SF Bay Area, CA. Volunteers receive health insurance, time off for retreats and vacation, and a stipend to cover basic living and personal expenses. Most receive a $4700 Americorps Education Award, access to seminary and graduate school scholarships and helpful career development opportunities. Member of LVC unite their time and talents with the time and talents of society's marginalized people. (Volunteers must be at least 21 years old.) Application deadlines for the 2008-2009 program year are right around the corner! Applications are received on a rolling basis with the following deadlines: March 14 and May 1. Download an application today from www.LutheranVolunteerCorps.org/Volunteers.htm.
ELCA Global Mission:
Would you be interested in taking a year to do service ministry? Some examples of what this might include:
- Community building and helping children and the homeless in Argentina or Uruguay;
- Minister the the "untouchables" in India;
- Work with churches or educational centers in Jerusalem and the West Bank;
- Help orphans and fight HIV/AIDS in South Africa; or
- Work with organizations dedicated to education and justice in Mexico City.
http://www.elca.org/globalserve/youngadults/
http://www.elca.org/globalserve/YAGM2008.pdf
http://www.elca.org/globalserve/explore-9-07-four.pdf
http://www.elca.org/globalserve
YOUTH ENCOUNTER:
Youth Encounter specializes in relational youth ministry, service ministry, and team-based music ministry. Get more information at http://www.youthencounter.org/
==========
If you don't see what you are looking for, contact me with what you want and I might be able to point you in the right direction.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Upcoming Events -- March 5, 2008
Next week is spring break. With how things fall, our usual Simpsons watching won't occur again until March 21st. As we take this break, I feel the tendency to want to look ahead. I'm excited for the rest of this year, and I'm starting to re-examine our ministry so that we can make changes for the year ahead.
If you are also looking ahead, you might be considering what you are doing this summer. Consider working for one of the Lutheran camps. It's a ton of fun and very fulfilling. Here are a couple camps in the region -- let me know if you want more ideas:
http://www.mar-lu-ridge.org/
http://www.carolinefurnace.org/
I'll send out some more "looking ahead" opportunities next week...
Dear Lord, we thank you that there is a season for taking a break from what we are doing. During this time, allow us to glimpse ahead, but also to experience the break. Help us to find some down time to spend with you. In Jesus name, AMEN.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
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(All times, dates, and locations are subject to change. Check for updates at http://gmu.edu/org/lutheran or the "GMU Lutherans" Facebook group.)
Kiosk: Monday, March 17th at 10:30am-2:30pm I'll be at a Kiosk in the JC atrium. Come join me to help represent us...or to learn more about us!
Gospel According to the Simpsons: Friday, March 21st at 3pm-4pm. We'll meet in Johnson Center meeting room B (3rd floor) to watch the Simpsons and discuss. Bring some friends along -- EVERYONE is welcome!
NOVACO: The Northern Virginia Coalition (NOVACO) helps homeless victims of domestic abuse become healthy, secure, and self-sufficient. We'll play with children while their mothers are in classes to equip them for the workforce. Monday, March 31st leaving campus at 6pm and returning by 8:30pm.
Sunday Morning Worship: Katie Kane leads the worship carpool If you want to go to worship on a Sunday morning, email her at kkane [at] gmu.edu to work out the details.
Lenten Devotions: Each day during Lent, I plan to provide a scripture-based devotion for you to read and pray with. I will commit to writing them if you commit to reading them. Feel free to share them with any interested friends as well. To get the devotions daily, do any of the following:
1. Join our "Lenten Devotions" Facebook group: http://gmu.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7958874287&ref=share
2. Send gmuLutherans@bbuss.com an E-mail message asking to receive the devotions by email.
3. Subscribe to the RSS feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/LentenDevotions
If you are also looking ahead, you might be considering what you are doing this summer. Consider working for one of the Lutheran camps. It's a ton of fun and very fulfilling. Here are a couple camps in the region -- let me know if you want more ideas:
http://www.mar-lu-ridge.org/
http://www.carolinefurnace.org/
I'll send out some more "looking ahead" opportunities next week...
Dear Lord, we thank you that there is a season for taking a break from what we are doing. During this time, allow us to glimpse ahead, but also to experience the break. Help us to find some down time to spend with you. In Jesus name, AMEN.
====================
UPCOMING EVENTS:
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(All times, dates, and locations are subject to change. Check for updates at http://gmu.edu/org/lutheran or the "GMU Lutherans" Facebook group.)
Kiosk: Monday, March 17th at 10:30am-2:30pm I'll be at a Kiosk in the JC atrium. Come join me to help represent us...or to learn more about us!
Gospel According to the Simpsons: Friday, March 21st at 3pm-4pm. We'll meet in Johnson Center meeting room B (3rd floor) to watch the Simpsons and discuss. Bring some friends along -- EVERYONE is welcome!
NOVACO: The Northern Virginia Coalition (NOVACO) helps homeless victims of domestic abuse become healthy, secure, and self-sufficient. We'll play with children while their mothers are in classes to equip them for the workforce. Monday, March 31st leaving campus at 6pm and returning by 8:30pm.
Sunday Morning Worship: Katie Kane leads the worship carpool If you want to go to worship on a Sunday morning, email her at kkane [at] gmu.edu to work out the details.
Lenten Devotions: Each day during Lent, I plan to provide a scripture-based devotion for you to read and pray with. I will commit to writing them if you commit to reading them. Feel free to share them with any interested friends as well. To get the devotions daily, do any of the following:
1. Join our "Lenten Devotions" Facebook group: http://gmu.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7958874287&ref=share
2. Send gmuLutherans@bbuss.com an E-mail message asking to receive the devotions by email.
3. Subscribe to the RSS feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/LentenDevotions
Service Opportunities:
I'm in the process of scheduling more opportunities with the Katherine K. Hanley Family Shelter, the FACETS/Fairfax County Hypothermia Shelter, and more! If you have particular dates or events that you are interested in, please let me know!
Other events of interest hosted by United College Ministries:
- Discussion on life-direction/vocation with Pastor Herb in SUB I outside the Campus Ministry office Fridays 11:45 am. All are welcome.
- Table Talk on Thursdays at 7:00 pm at St. George's United Methodist Church (4910 Ox Rd, Fairfax).
- Email dmay@gmu.edu for more information!
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