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!
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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.
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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.)
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
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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.
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- 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!
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Upcoming Events -- Oct. 9th Edition
Hello GMU Lutherans & friends!
Fall is being elusive...brown leaves seem to be falling off of trees more from lack of water than seasonal changes. Yet most of us don't really feel the effect of the drought. Most of the world isn't so blessed. When the rains don't come, wells run dry and crops don't grow. Bellies grumble with hunger. What can we do about it?
Sure, but problem is too big for one individual to fix, but as we learn, discuss, and are moved to action, our actions multiply through those acting around us. As Mother Teresa said, "We can do no great things -- only small things with great love. " I'm sure you're all quite busy, but I hope you take a moment to look over the events below. More service opportunities have been added at various times...and more are on the way!
Dear Lord, help us to see the world around us through your eyes. We thank you for all the blessings you pour out upon us. Help us to share them. Help us to love those who the world forgets about. Help us to do your will in our broken world. In Jesus name, Amen.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
747 TUESDAYS: Every Tuesday, we're meeting at the Crosspoint Ministry House at 7:47pm for FREE home-cooked food, table fellowship, and a devotion/discussion. Come & bring your friends! Directions:
- Walk through Presidents Park and back behind Jackson Hall.
- Follow the gravel road to Roberts Rd.
- Cross the street and the white house there to your right is the one.
- Enter side door near the parking lot. (It's about a 5 minute walk from SUB II.)
NOVACO: The Northern Virginia Coalition (NOVACO) helps homeless victims of domestic abuse become healthy, secure, and self-sufficient. We'll play with children on a some upcoming Monday nights while their mothers are in classes to equip them for the workforce. I can provide rides if needed, leaving the Crosspoint Ministry House near campus around 6pm and returning around 8:30pm. We'll be helping out on Monday October 15th. Let me know if you are interested by sending me an email (or by indicating your coming on Facebook)
Broken Bread on Capitol Hill: This event is sponsored by World Vision's college advocacy group, Acting on AIDS. The summary details: On Tuesday, October 16th (World Food Day) we'll meet at the George Mason Statue at 9:30am to carpool to the Metro. The event is near Union Station at the Russell Senate Office Building. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Gordon Smith (R-OR) will be sponsoring the event as well. We'll return to campus by 3:30pm. Get more details here. Also, watch the promo video:
Lamb Center Karaoke Night: I have some friends who are hosting a Karaoke Night for the homeless folks at the Lamb Center from 7:30-9pm on Wednesday, October 17th . They are seeking people to help contribute to the crowd, to share love with others, to make fools of themselves, and have a blast dancing and singing. Let me know if you are interested in helping out -- I know I am!
Katherine K. Hanley Family Shelter: This new family shelter run by Shelter House, Inc. provides temporary housing and supportive services to homeless families in order to enable them to tansition to permanent housing and a stable family life. We'll help serve food to the families and do whatever else they need help with. The tentative date for this is October 26th (or November 2nd) -- I'll let you know what date we get as soon as I can. We'll leave campus at 4:30pm, returning around 8pm.
Homelessness and Hunger Action Week: November 11-17. We'll probably partner up with another ministry on campus help raise awareness about this issue & provide help in whatever way we can. I'm working on helping plan the climax event for the week, which looks like it might be a sleep-out on campus on November 15th. If you want to help plan something for the week, just let me know.
Habitat for Humanity: Let's get our hands dirty building some affordable housing. Details coming soon!
Program Support: We want students involved as we plan our programs & events. Let me know if you want to set up a service opportunity, fellowship event, etc. Also let me know if you have ideas, but want me to set it up.
That's all for now. Feel free to share this information with your friends. Also, join the "GMU Lutherans" Facebook group to stay up to date on what is going on!
In God's grace,
Ben
gmulutherans [at] bbuss.com
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Update
Hello GMU Lutherans & friends!
Homework. Projects. Exams. Work. It's so easy to get buried in a list of things we have to do. Sometimes, we end up hiding from the world. I sometimes find myself struggling with the realization that the way I prioritize my time speaks volumes about the things I value. I spend hours toiling at menial tasks, sometimes shutting other people out. -- the figurative "DO NOT DISTURB" written across my face. What does this say concerning my love for my neighbor? What does this say about my view of community? Do my actions sometimes contradict my beliefs?
Dear Lord, we desire to help make your will be done here in our world, which is your world. We thank you for the generous abundance you surround us with, and seek to share that abundance with others. We know that we struggle to live out our faith sometimes, and we ask that you help us struggle through what it means to follow you. Please renew us and call us forth as your servant people. In Jesus name, Amen.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
747 TUESDAYS: Every Tuesday, we're meeting at the Crosspoint Ministry House at 7:47pm for FREE home-cooked food, table fellowship, and a devotion/discussion. Come & bring your friends! Directions:
Homework. Projects. Exams. Work. It's so easy to get buried in a list of things we have to do. Sometimes, we end up hiding from the world. I sometimes find myself struggling with the realization that the way I prioritize my time speaks volumes about the things I value. I spend hours toiling at menial tasks, sometimes shutting other people out. -- the figurative "DO NOT DISTURB" written across my face. What does this say concerning my love for my neighbor? What does this say about my view of community? Do my actions sometimes contradict my beliefs?
Dear Lord, we desire to help make your will be done here in our world, which is your world. We thank you for the generous abundance you surround us with, and seek to share that abundance with others. We know that we struggle to live out our faith sometimes, and we ask that you help us struggle through what it means to follow you. Please renew us and call us forth as your servant people. In Jesus name, Amen.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
747 TUESDAYS: Every Tuesday, we're meeting at the Crosspoint Ministry House at 7:47pm for FREE home-cooked food, table fellowship, and a devotion/discussion. Come & bring your friends! Directions:
- Walk through Presidents Park and back behind Jackson Hall.
- Follow the gravel road to Roberts Rd.
- Cross the street and the white house there to your right is the one.
- Enter side door near the parking lot. (It's about a 5 minute walk from SUB II.)
Mini-golf: We'll be going to Burke Lake Park for some mini-golf fun on Saturday October 6th at 2pm! Meeting location for a carpool to the park will be announced soon.
NOVACO: The Northern Virginia Coalition (NOVACO) helps homeless victims of domestic abuse become healthy, secure, and self-sufficient. We'll play with children on a some upcoming Monday nights while their mothers are in classes to equip them for the workforce. We'd need to be at King of Kings Lutheran from 6:30pm-8pm. I can provide rides if needed, leaving campus around 6pm. Let me know if you are interested. We'll be helping out on Monday October 15th.
Homelessness and Hunger Action Week: November 11-17. We'll probably partner up with another ministry on campus help raise awareness about this issue & provide help in whatever way we can.
Habitat for Humanity: Let's get our hands dirty building some affordable housing. Details coming soon!
Program Support: We want students involved as we plan our programs & events. Let me know if you want to set up a service opportunity, fellowship event, etc. Also let me know if you have ideas, but want me to set it up.
That's all for now. Feel free to share this information with your friends. Also, join the "GMU Lutherans" Facebook group to stay up to date on what is going on!
In God's grace,
Ben
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Upcoming Events
Hello GMU Lutherans & friends!
Cooler temperatures ... leaves falling from the trees ... it's starting to feel like fall! Before we know it, the trees on campus will be exploding into color! Many changes will be occurring for us too, as servant opportunities and fellowship events start bubbling up, and as our "747 Tuesdays" grow & evolve! Check out the listing below to be in the know.
Dear Lord, we thank you for the wonderful opportunities we are given each day. Please help us to wrestle with the questions in life, to grow deeper in community, to make a difference in the world, and to know you more. In Jesus name, Amen.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Game Night: We'll be having a game night this Friday night (9/21/2007) at 7pm in SUB I room C. Bring your favorite game(s) and some friends & I'll bring some games too -- it'll be fun!
Carpool to worship: I'll be at the Lutheran Church of the Abiding Presence this weekend hyping GMU Lutheran Campus Ministry. It would be awesome if some of you could carpool to one of their services too! If you'd like a ride to the service on Saturday (9/22/2007) at 6pm, contact Katie Kane at kkane1@gmu.edu to arrange a meeting time/place. If anyone wants to offer a ride to people for Sunday morning, let me know. Service times:
Cooler temperatures ... leaves falling from the trees ... it's starting to feel like fall! Before we know it, the trees on campus will be exploding into color! Many changes will be occurring for us too, as servant opportunities and fellowship events start bubbling up, and as our "747 Tuesdays" grow & evolve! Check out the listing below to be in the know.
Dear Lord, we thank you for the wonderful opportunities we are given each day. Please help us to wrestle with the questions in life, to grow deeper in community, to make a difference in the world, and to know you more. In Jesus name, Amen.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Game Night: We'll be having a game night this Friday night (9/21/2007) at 7pm in SUB I room C. Bring your favorite game(s) and some friends & I'll bring some games too -- it'll be fun!
Carpool to worship: I'll be at the Lutheran Church of the Abiding Presence this weekend hyping GMU Lutheran Campus Ministry. It would be awesome if some of you could carpool to one of their services too! If you'd like a ride to the service on Saturday (9/22/2007) at 6pm, contact Katie Kane at kkane1@gmu.edu to arrange a meeting time/place. If anyone wants to offer a ride to people for Sunday morning, let me know. Service times:
- Saturday, September 22nd at 6pm ("vespers" = Holden Evening Prayer)
- Sunday, September 23rd at 8:30am ("contemporary" service)
- Sunday, September 23rd at 11am ("traditional" service)
- Walk through Presidents Park and back behind Jackson Hall.
- Follow the gravel road to Roberts Rd.
- Cross the street and the white house there to your right is the one.
- Enter side door near the parking lot. (It's about a 5 minute walk from SUB II.)
NOVACO: The Northern Virginia Coalition (NOVACO) helps homeless victims of domestic abuse become healthy, secure, and self-sufficient. We'll play with children on a some upcoming Monday nights while their mothers are in classes to equip them for the workforce. We'd need to be at King of Kings Lutheran from 6:30pm-8pm. I can provide rides if needed, leaving campus around 6pm. Let me know if you are interested. We'll be helping out on these dates:
- Monday October 15th
- Monday November 19th
Mini-golf: We'll be going to Burke Lake Park for some mini-golf fun on Saturday October 6th at 2pm! Time & date are tentative -- More details as the time draws closer.
Habitat for Humanity: Let's get our hands dirty building some affordable housing. Details coming soon!
MALSM Fall Retreat: The Mid-Atlantic Lutheran Student Movement will be holding their fall retreat October 19-21 -- mark your calendars now -- these are always a great experience!
Homelessness and Hunger Action Week: November 11-17. We'll probably partner up with another ministry on campus help raise awareness about this issue & provide help in whatever way we can.
Program Support: We want students involved as we plan our programs & events. Let me know if you want to set up a service opportunity, fellowship event, etc. Also let me know if you have ideas, but want me to set it up.
That's all the news for this week. Feel free to share this email with your friends!
In God's grace,
Ben
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