Monday, March 23, 2009

(3/23) Theology Pub / Faith Discussion / Worship / Relay for Life / More!

Greetings friends!

Our next Theology Pub is tomorrow, and Pastor Jeffrey Wilson will be joining us for beer and half-price burgers.  Join us and we'll see where the conversation goes!  Also, join our Relay for Life team at http://main.acsevents.org/goto/gmulutherans 

If you aren't receiving our daily Lenten devotions, and would like to, check out the "Lenten Devotions" group and/or subscribe at http://lentendevotions.blogspot.com.

Let me know if you have thoughts for future events, or if you just want to say "hi".

Lord God, work within us today and help us to notice those in need around us.  Friends who are hurting; strangers who are struggling; people who serve us food who we've never really met.  Help us to share your love with all we encounter.  In Jesus name, AMEN.

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THEOLOGY PUB:  Gather at Brion's Grille in University Mall (across Braddock from GMU) to eat, drink, and talk about God, faith, religion, and how they intersect life in our world.  This is a safe, open conversation.  Bring your questions!  No one will imply they have the truth and you don't.  All are welcome, so bring a friend, order yourself food & beverage, and join us for some great conversation!  5:15pm at Brion's Grille on Tuesday 3/24, 4/14, and 5/5.  Facebook it.  Rides leave from SUB I room 207 at 5pm.  For more info, email lutheran@gmu.edu 


DISCUSSION GROUP ON FAITH:  Share an afternoon snack and explore some of the challenges of our hearts and the beliefs of the Christian faith.  We discuss our thoughts, experiences, and questions as Pastor Lisa Hufford guides us through ideas of various Christian thinkers while staying rooted in scripture.  Last chance to attend:  Wed 3/25 at 4:30pm in SUB 1 Patriot's Lounge (2nd floor on the blue couches) 


747 -- WEEKLY CREATIVE WORSHIP:  We gather each week to worship, discuss, sing, pray, and more!  Wednesday 3/25 in SUB I room B (3rd floor).  Rededicate yourself to God this Lent by making the sacrifice of giving, and gifting, your time in prayer, reflection, and worship.  When we journey in Lent, we journey together.  Bring a friend!  Every week is a different experience.  See http://GMU747.org for future locations and other information -- or check out the Facebook group


RELAY FOR LIFE:  Lutheran Campus Ministry is joining the fight against cancer by participating in Relay for Life here at GMU.  The relay will be on Saturday 4/18 -- details TBA soon!  Being Lutheran is never a requirement - everyone is welcome to join our team by following this link and clicking the "Join our Team" button:  http://main.acsevents.org/goto/gmulutherans 


LENTEN DEVOTIONS:  We're sending out daily devotions until Easter, each including a scripture passage, brief thoughts, and a short prayer.  They are sent as messages to the "Lenten Devotions" group and/or you can view them online and/or subscribe by email/RSS at http://lentendevotions.blogspot.com.


A GLIMPSE OF THINGS TO COME:
+ Carpool to Maundy Thursday (4/9) and/or Good Friday (4/10) services at local congregations
+ Mason Day - Thursday 4/23
+ End of year picnic - Saturday 4/25 
+ MORE!


WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS SUMMER?  HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT SUMMER CAMP?
You think I'm joking?  Nope -- being a camp counselor was one of the most powerful summers of my life.  Summer camp changes lives -- both for the campers and the counselors.  I would love it if our dedicated faithful students spent this summer in the daily lives of young people.  Have I wet your appetite?  Drop me a line and we can chat about great places to spend your summer!