Upcoming Events -- April 30, 2008

The headlines (details down below)

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Thu 5/1: KARAOKE AT THE LAMB CENTER

Thu 5/1: TABLE TALK - United College Ministries

Fri 5/2: GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS

Mon 5/5: WORSHIP PLANNING MEETING

Mon 5/5: NOVALCM ANNUAL MEETING

Sat 5/10: SAMARITAN WOMEN

Sun 5/11: PENTECOST WORSHIP

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We are in the early stages of co-planning a student-led weekly worship service for next year.  I find myself curious about what it will look like.  We are looking at ways that it might be fully interactive and engaging to all of our senses.  We are starting basically from scratch, but will be using building blocks that are both extremely ancient and completely new.  God has blessed us each with different gifts, and we hope to creatively tap the endless possibilities to experience how the spirit is moving through our community.  I'm bubbling over with excitement at what ideas you might bring to the table!  A prayer...

 

I begin with a prayer of gratitude for all that is holy in my life.
God needs no words, no English or Hebrew, no semantics and no services.
But I need them.
Through prayer, I can sense my inner Strength, my inner purpose,
my inner joy, my capacity to love.
As I reach upward in prayer,
I sense these qualities in my Creator.
To love God is to love each other,
to work to make our lives better.
To love God is to love the world God created and to work to perfect it.
To love God is to love dreams of peace and joy that illume all of us,
and to bring that vision to life.
(Kabbalat Panim for Shabbat p. 8(126))

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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 expected or 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.) 
 

 

KARAOKE NIGHT AT THE LAMB CENTER:  Serving others is more than just essential needs (food, clothing, shelter).  It's also important to share in comraderie with those on the fringes of society.  Meet me at SUB1 room 207 at 6pm on Thursday, May 1st for a ride to join with others for a night of listening, singing, laughing, and friendship with the poor and homeless at the Lamb Center.  We'll return to campus around 8:15pm.   See http://thelambcenter.org/  Let me know if you'd rather drive yourself so I can tell them you're coming -- RSVP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=12706824563 (or by email to bbuss [at] gmu.edu)

 

 

GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS: We'll watch an episode of the Simpsons and discuss -- see the article in Connect Mason: http://www.connect2mason.com/gospel_simpsons08          Friday, May 2 at 3pm-4pm on the 3rd floor of the Johnson Center (meeting room B) -- EVERYONE is welcome -- we mean that!  RSVP on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=15754302618 (or just show up).

 

 

WORSHIP PLANNING MEETING:  We are co-planning (with United College Ministries) a *new* weekly creative student-led worship service to be held on campus on Wednesday evenings beginning Fall semester.  We would love to have more students involved in this process - meet at 2:30pm in Patriots Lounge in SUB1 near room 207.  Facebook event to help you remember: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=19464190637 (or just show up).

 

 

NOVALCM ANNUAL MEETING:  Northern Virginia Lutheran Campus Minsitries, Inc. (http://novalcm.org) is the non-profit formed by members of several local congregations to support our ministry here on campus.  The annual meeting is when we give the public a summary of this ministry for the past year, talk about plans for next year, elect officers for the Board, renew/replace Board members whose terms have expired, and more.  This year, the meeting will be at 7pm on Monday, May 5th at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 5114 Twinbrook Road, Fairfax, VA 22032 (http://www.lordoflifelutheran.com/lordoflife/map.html -- but head EAST on Braddock from campus).
 

 

SAMARITAN WOMEN: We'll join other young adults from the region on Saturday, May 10th 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.  I highly recommend this event! (It should be a great break from Exams!  RSVP on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10413942444  Also, if you want a ride, email me (bbuss [at] gmu.edu) to let me know to expect you and then show up on Saturday, May 10th at the SUB1 loading dock (near the 20 minutes parking) at 7:30am -- we'll return by 4pm.

 

 

PENTECOST WORSHIP: If you are interested in trying something different, join me on Pentecost Sunday, May 11th as we join some of my friends from 3 different local communities (The Church of the Common Table, Convergence, and Holy Grounds / Fairlington Presbyterian), at the worship lab at Convergence in Alexandria. It promises to be a great time of mass collaboration as we celebrate the somewhat chaotic coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts chapter 2.  Meet me at on Sunday, May 11th at 4:15pm outside the Campus Ministry Office (SUB1 room 207) to carpool.  RSVP on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=12089659094 (or by email to bbuss [at] gmu.edu)

 

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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).
 

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God is loose in the world!

Love is loose in the world!

Upcoming Events -- April 21, 2008

The headlines (details down below)

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Thu 4/24: DRUM CIRCLE

Thu 4/24: TABLE TALK - United College Ministries

Fri 4/25: GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS

Fri 4/25: NOVACO Gala

Sat 4/26: NOVACO Family Moving

Mon 4/28: PROJECT CONNECT

Thu 5/1: KARAOKE AT THE LAMB CENTER

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Martin Luther talked about how every encounter with water was an opportunity to remember the gift of baptism.  When you take your daily shower, you could think of this -- rededicating yourself to God each day.  When the rains pour down leaving everything soaked, remember that God uses water to replenish life, to wash our Sin away, to quench our thirst, and to nourish the flowers that are blooming all around campus.

 

O God, thank you for the rain that soaks us to the bone.  Thank you for the joy that wells up within us.  Thank you for life, resurrection, forgiveness, and grace.  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 expected or 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.) 
 

 

DRUM CIRCLE:  I'll bring some extra bongos, djembes, and shakers to the SUB1 Quad (as long as the ground is dry) on Thursday, April 24th from 5pm-6pm -- feel free to come join me -- No experience needed!  NOTE: Any changes to the time, or cancelation of this event, well be found on our website and by updates to the Facebook event.  Oh, and here's the Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=15848949574

 

 

GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS: We'll watch an episode of the Simpsons and discuss -- see the article in Connect Mason: http://www.connect2mason.com/gospel_simpsons08          Friday, April 21th at 3pm-4pm on the 3rd floor of the Johnson Center (meeting room C -- EVERYONE is welcome -- we mean that!  RSVP on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=17912022596 (or just show up).

 

 

NOVACO GALA:  NOVACO is a ministry that helps women escape domestic violence.  College students are needed this Friday evening, April 25th, to monitor the Silent Auction items, shuttle Life Auction items in and out of the ball room, and assiste with checkout.  Please contact me ASAP for more information if you are interested.

 

 

NOVACO FAMILY MOVING:  NOVACO is a ministry that helps women escape domestic violence.  If you are interested and available to help move a family out of transitional housing and into their permanent residence on Saturday, April 26th, please let me know ASAP and I'll get you more information.

 

 

PROJECT CONNECT:  Monthly discernment meetings for anyone even mildly interested in ministry careers.  This month, Dr. Rick Carlson, New Testament Professor at LTSG, will be our guest to talk about theological education and answer any theological questions about God, faith, the church, Bible, etc. that you might have.  Please invite anyone interested in discernment to come along!  Dessert and coffee will be served. On Monday, April 28th at 7:30pm in DC near the Farragut West Metro Station. Let me know if you are interested and I'll get you more info / transportation help!

 

 

KARAOKE NIGHT AT THE LAMB CENTER:  Serving others is more than just essential needs (food, clothing, shelter).  It's also important to share in comraderie with those on the fringes of society.  On Thursday, May 1st from 6:30pm-8pm, we'll be joining with others for a night of listening, singing, laughing, and friendship with the poor and homeless at the Lamb Center.  It's located at 3220 Old Lee Highway (off of Fairfax Circle, next to the 7-11), Fairfax, VA 22030.  See http://thelambcenter.org/
  

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HOSTED BY OTHERS:
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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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God is loose in the world!

Love is loose in the world!

Upcoming Events -- April 14, 2008

The headlines (details down below)

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Wednesday 4/16: KIOSK (also a small drum circle)

Thursday 4/17: KARAOKE AT THE LAMB CENTER

Thursday 4/17: TABLE TALK - United College Ministries

Friday 4/18: GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS

Friday 4/18:  WHERE DO I GO NOW GOD - United College Ministries

Saturday 4/19: RETREAT INTO GRACE with Episcopal/Lutheran Ministry at Howard University

Sunday 4/20:  READING ROMANS with the Church of the Common Table 

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The weather is getting warmer in fits and starts.  I'll be on campus most of the day tomorrow -- in and out of meetings.  Between meetings, you might find me playing some handdrums in the grass -- feel free to come join me (more info below)  There is something powerful about drumming in community - or making music of any kind for that matter.  The creative energies of each person intertwine, and we connect to each other and to something beyond us -- sometimes in unexpected ways.  Sometimes, a drum circle seems to be a time of communal prayer...

 

...I don't have a good transition here.  Sometimes that's the way life is.  I wanted to share that there are many exciting things afoot.  We'll be partnering with United College Ministries next year on several things: weekly worship on/near campus, a fall retreat, an alternative spring breat trip, and more!  If you would like to be part of this exciting planning, please let me know.

Dear God, thanks for opportunities, friends, and all the other wonderful blessings you pour over us.  May we always be open to noticing that you are walking beside us.  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 expected or 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.) 
 

 

DRUM CIRCLE:  I'll spend some time on Wednesday, April 16th handdrumming in the grassy area between SUB1 and the library -- feel free to come join me -- I'll have extras!  I don't know exactly what time yet because I'm still scheduling meetings, but check our calendar at http://gmu.edu/org/lutheran/calendar.html in the morning to find out. 

 

 

KIOSK: On Wednesday April 16th I'll be at Kiosk H in the Johnson Center, 4pm-8pm.  Please drop by to chat -- I've love to spend some time with you.  A Facebook event to help you remember: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=11361536157

 

 

KARAOKE NIGHT AT THE LAMB CENTER:  Serving others is more than just essential needs (food, clothing, shelter).  It's also important to share in comraderie with those on the fringes of society.  On Thursday, April 17th from 6:30pm-8pm, we'll be joining with others for a night of listening, singing, laughing, and friendship with the poor and homeless at the Lamb Center.  It's located at 3220 Old Lee Highway (off of Fairfax Circle, next to the 7-11), Fairfax, VA 22030.  See http://thelambcenter.org/
 

 

GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS: We'll watch an episode of the Simpsons and discuss -- see the article in Connect Mason: http://www.connect2mason.com/gospel_simpsons08          Friday, April 18th at 3pm-4pm on the 3rd floor of the Johnson Center (meeting room C -- EVERYONE is welcome -- we mean that!  RSVP on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=37012225216 (or just show up).

 

 

RETREAT INTO GRACE:  The The Anglican/Episcopal Chaplaincy and Lutheran Student Ministry at Howard University is hosting this silent retreat at First Trinity Lutheran Church in DC ( http://www.firsttrinitydc.org ) -- roughly a block from the Judiciary Square Metro stop.  It's this Saturday, April 19th fom 10am-4pm.  I think it's free, and lunch is provided.  Silence might sound scary, but it can be quite rewarding -- try it!  RSVP at gmuLutherans@bbuss.com  and I'll let them know, plus I can give you a ride from GMU (we might use Metro part of the way).  The official flyer is on the "GMU Lutherans" Facebook group (as a photo) and posted to my Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=12465405

 

 

DIFFERENT WORSHIP:  Do you ever wonder what it might have been like when the early Christians received one of Paul's letters.  We understand that the letters were read to the community.  Can you imagine it?  Join me at the Church of the Common Table as they continue a dramatic reading of Romans (the middle third of the letter this week).  There will be some singing, the reading, and communion.  No sermon.  Afterward, you are welcome to join the community as they discuss the reading over the feast of your choice at a Chipotle next door.  Sunday, April 20th at 10am at Jammin' Java (231 Maple Avenue E., Vienna, VA 22180  -- From campus, take VA-123 North 6.2 miles -- Jammin' Java will be on your right in Glyndon Shopping Center just after the Safeway.)  Let me know if you need a ride picking you up around 9:40am -- gmuLutherans@bbuss.com

 

 

MASON DAY:   Thursday, April 24th (and most of the week it looks like).  Let me know if you come up with something for us to do on campus during that time...

 

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.
 

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HOSTED BY OTHERS:
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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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God is loose in the world!

Love is loose in the world!

Upcoming Events -- April 8, 2008

The headlines (details down below)
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Tuesday 4/8: Pride Alliance discussing spirituality, religion, and meaning-making within the LGBTQA community
Thursday 4/10: PEER MINISTRY (student employment) applications DUE
Thursday 4/10: WITH ONE VOICE Christian unity event (FREE FOOD before)
Friday 4/11: GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS
Friday 4/12: WHERE DO I GO NOW GOD - United College Ministries
Thursday 4/17: TABLE TALK with United College Ministries
*** Friday 4/18 - Sunday 4/20: MALSM RETREAT -- FREE! ***
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I spent the weekend in Nashville with over 80 campus ministers, pastors, and chaplains from across the country. It was both exhilarating and exhausting -- and I'm excited to be back on campus. The weekend left an impression on me -- there are so many thoughts, memories, and lyrics dancing across my mind. I've heard more stories than I can recount of how God is loose in the world, and of how love and grace are powerful forces that are literally transforming the world. I'm excited about all the possibilities for this community at GMU. God is at work here.

Dear God, it's unsettling to think of how powerful love is. Be with us as we live out amidst our questions. Allow us to swim in your grace. Move us with your spirit. Transform us and use us to transform the world. 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.)


PEER MINISTRY APPLICATION: Are you motivated, creative, and interested in faith / spirituality? 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. Please contact me at gmuLutherans@bbuss.com if you have any questions. (If you need a time extension beyond 11:59pm on 4/10/2008, make sure you let me know!)


FREE DINNER WITH UNITED COLLEGE MINISTRIES: We're going to join our friends from United College Ministries on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 7pm at the outside tables behind the Bistro. Afterword, we'll walk over to the With One Voice event together (described next).


WITH ONE VOICE: After the dinner above, we'll walk over to this event, a night of Christian unity which we are co-sponsoring with many of the Christian ministries on campus -- including live praise music, inspiring testimony, and refreshments on Thursday April 10, 2008 at 7:30pm in Enterprise 80. Invite your friends along! RSVP on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=12995697690&ref=share (or just show up)


GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS: We'll watch an episode of the Simpsons and discuss -- see the article in Connect Mason: http://www.connect2mason.com/gospel_simpsons08
Friday, April 11th at 3pm-4pm on the 3rd floor of the Johnson Center (meeting room C -- we've moved over one room) -- EVERYONE is welcome -- we mean that! RSVP on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=37012225216 (or just show up).


KIOSK: On Wednesday April 16th I'll be at Kiosk H in the Johnson Center, 4pm-8pm. Please drop by to chat -- I've love to spend some time with you. A Facebook event to help you remember: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=11361536157


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.


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HOSTED BY OTHERS:
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PRIDE ALLIANCE - On Tuesday, April 8th at 7:30pm in Johnson Center meeting room E, Pride Alliance will be discussing spirituality, religion, and meaning-making within the LGBTQA community. I'll be going to listen and to show my support and to live amidst some of life's challenging questions with others. I invite you to join me in helping to share the abundant grace and love of God. If you'd like to join me, let me know, or just show up! See the Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=24219572168&ref=share

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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God is loose in the world!
Love is loose in the world!

Upcoming Events -- April 2, 2008

Top Billing:

• "Gospel According to the Simpsons" is cancelled this Friday while I'm in Nashville for a campus ministry conference.
• Our website has undergone a complete redesign: http://www.gmu.edu/org/lutheran/
• We're in the news: http://www.connect2mason.com/gospel_simpsons08
• Consider coming to a FREE retreat with us -- see MALSM retreat info below. We'll provide everything!

Keep reading for details on this and more:
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Thursday 4/3: TABLE TALK with United College Ministries
Friday 4/4: WHERE DO I GO NOW GOD - United College Ministries
Tuesday 4/8: Pride Alliance discussing spirituality, religion, and meaning-making within the LGBTQA community
Thursday 4/10: PEER MINISTRY (student employment) applications DUE
Thursday 4/10: Shared dinner with United College Ministries
Thursday 4/10: WITH ONE VOICE Christian unity event (FOOD before)
Friday 4/18 - Sunday 4/20: MALSM RETREAT
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I just finished spending a lot of time doing a long delayed redesign of our website (I'm still cleaning up the typos). Some of you haven't met me in person yet, so I'd like to share a quick blurb about myself: My name is Ben and I'm a sinner. I live a life full of high points and low points. I try to live in tune with God, but I often find myself marching to my own beat. Despite this, I live in the joy that I am loved and claimed by God and welcomed home by a wonderful wife who accepts me in all of my oddity. For more on me, explore the website.

Martin Luther described Christians as "simultaneously saint and sinner". As Lutherans, we believe that saints are forgiven sinners -- nothing more or less than that. Being a saint isn't about following all the rules, it is about who I am in the eyes of God -- is't about relationship to God. It doesn't mean that we aren't still sinners, but that our sins are covered with the righteousness of Christ. This is part of the context behind Martin Luther's saying "Be a sinner, and sin boldly, but believe and rejoice more boldly still!" (translations vary)

This doesn't mean we don't try to live in tune with God. We seek to love God and neighbor, to show mercy and forgiveness, to care for Creation, and more! Yet in all of that, we know that what we are doing isn't about being "good enough" to earn anything -- we are loved and accepted by God for being who we are. We are forgiven sinners.

Dear Lord, Thank you for loving and accepting us. We seek to do your will so that we might grow closer to you. Help us to listen for your voice -- to understand what you are calling us to do. 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.)


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. Please contact me at gmuLutherans@bbuss.com if you have any questions.

DINNER WITH UNITED COLLEGE MINISTRIES: We're going to join our friends from United College Ministries on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 7pm at the outside tables behind the Bistro. Afterword, we'll walk over to the With One Voice event below.

WITH ONE VOICE: After the dinner above, we'll walk over to this event, a night of Christian unity which we are co-sponsoring with many of the Christian ministries on campus -- including live praise music, inspiring testimony, and refreshments on Thursday April 10, 2008 at 7:30pm in Enterprise 80. Invite your friends along! RSVP on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=12995697690&ref=share


GOSPEL ACCORDING TO THE SIMPSONS: We will not be meeting this week, but we will meet again next Friday, April 11th at 3pm-4pm on the 3rd floor of the Johnson Center (meeting room B) to watch the Simpsons and discuss. Bring some friends along -- EVERYONE is welcome! RSVP on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=37012225216


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.


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HOSTED BY OTHERS:
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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.


PRIDE ALLIANCE - On Tuesday, April 8th at 7:30pm in Johnson Center meeting room E, Pride Alliance will be discussing spirituality, religion, and meaning-making within the LGBTQA community. I'll be going to listen and to show my support. If you'd like to join me, let me know, or just show up!

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May you experience God's presence in your life this week!