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An Instrument of God's Love for AllIn Person on Sundays - 10:00 a.m. Worship Online: njlc-fh.org
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Friday, April 18, 5:30 pmWe invite you to join us tonight for our Good Friday Worship as we come together to reflect on the profound love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. |
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The Art of Enduring
For Holy Saturday Image: Holy Saturday II © Jan Richardson This blessing
can wait as long
as you can. |
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Celebrate the resurrection with joyful songs and shouts of "Alleluia!" 🎶 The Altar Guild invites you to bring fresh flowers on Easter Sunday. To dedicate flowers "in memory," email Pastor Beth asap.
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On Easter Monday, Pastor Beth, Susan Brahs, and Jamie Asmus will be away from their desks in order to honor rest after Holy Week and Easter. In case of pastoral emergencies, please contact Pastor Beth on her personal cell: (623) 340-9956. |
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Dear people of the Journey, In early April, we expected to visit with Edison Brown in worship and to learn more about the impact of our ministry partnership in the greater Phoenix area with Native American Connection. Due to a medical situation, Edison was unable to be with us for the scheduled visit. He expressed his regrets over this, and offered to reschedule a visit with us. |
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In her Easter message, Bishop Eaton recalls the story of Mary anointing Jesus’ feet with a powerful, pungent substance used to offset the stench of death. But the substance also signified royalty. |
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For years, Roger and Beulah Westland, have stewarded the creation of name tags for New Journey’s members and friends. |
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On Sunday, April 6, twenty-six quilts crafted by Sew Journers were blessed. Sixteen of these beautiful quilts found new homes with Native American Connections, while 9 quilts and 11 baby blankets were delivered to LSS-SW. |
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Northeast Valley Consortium members celebrated the close of the Grand Canyon Synod 40-40-40 Lenten Challenge with a special Maundy Thursday worship service at Spirit of the Desert Retreat Center. |
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Mark your calendar for 8:30 am on Mondays, June 9 and 23, July 28, and August 4. |
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While it seems like we could write our legislators about something just about every day, our next 5th Sunday letter signing is June 29. If you would like to suggest a topic, please be in touch with New Journey’s Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona liaison, Kris Bartanen. |
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We invite you to read an inspiring article about the impact of your Mission Support on advocacy ministries in Arizona and Nevada. Every dollar shared strengthens ministry that transforms lives far beyond our sanctuaries. |
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We are excited to share the dates and times for upcoming ministry team meetings: These gatherings are a wonderful opportunity to come together, share our progress, and plan for the future. Your presence and input are invaluable as we continue to grow and serve our community. |
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On April 3, Rusty Kapela and Lynn McKesson were married! Join us in celebrating their union and pray for their joy and love. |
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Community & Fellowship News
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In light of the immense suffering faced by the people of Ukraine, we have decided to make a donation to Lutheran World Relief to provide much-needed aid and support. We hope that the members of New Journey will join us in this effort. With gratitude, Jan and Larry Tarnow |
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We pray for God's healing, protection
and love to be with us each day.Diane Percelay, the niece of Jo Maryinson, upon her death. We give thanks for her life, faith, and dedication to God's church. Please hold her husband, Steve, and their three adult children, Scott, Paul & Michael, in prayer as they grieve her death. For the families of these beloved: Lori Dahlstrom, Carl Nelson, and David Olson, recent deaths after various long health struggles. All former colleagues in ministry with Deb Bigley. Joyce Burlingame (former NJLC member) as she grieves the death of her son, Todd Jo Martinson's sister, Bunny, for restored health For our seasonal members who are traveling and returning to their summer residences, for traveling mercies and joy upon arrival.
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Long Term PrayersDaryl Bigley Deb Bigley Crystalle Ebbinga Karl Flormore Sharri Hackbarth The Jacobs family Nancy Johnson Joe & Jeannine Laderach Shirley Lundeen Janet McCullough Greg and Nancy McGarry June Ninnemann Bill Peterson, Pastor Adele’s brother-in-law and his wife Ruth Chuck Peterson Tibby and Dennis Neil Rosenthal Karl Sealand Merle and Jane Thompson Kathie Taylor, Carol Wilson's sister Kristelle Behle Ron Schwartau May we all be truly thankful for all of God's blessings. If you or anyone you know is ill or facing a challenging situation in the New Journey community, please fill out a prayer request on our website.
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Pastor’s Weekly ScheduleSunday - Worship and Office Hours Monday - Office Hours by appointment Tuesday - Office Hours by appointment Wednesday - Home Office Thursday - Sermon Writing & Worship Preparation Friday - Sabbath Saturday - Sabbath Pastor Beth makes herself available for pastoral emergencies and desires to provide spiritual support and pray with you. In case of emergencies, please call or text her cell phone at (623) 340-9956.
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Communications Weekly Schedule
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Sunday - Sabbath Monday - 9 am - Noon (PST) Tuesday - 9 am - Noon (PST) Wednesday - 9 am - Noon (PST) Thursday - 9 am - Noon (PST) Friday - 9 am - Noon (PST) Saturday - Sabbath |
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Susan Brahs can be contacted by phone at (602) 510-7916 or by email at communications@njlc-fh.org.
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Other OpportunitiesDon't forget about these other opportunities to Grow and Serve at New Journey. Coffee Hour: Tuesdays - 9:00 am via Zoom Sunday Spirit: On Summer Break until September Sew Journers: Thursdays - 1:00 pm at Church Fellowship: Sundays - 11:00 am at Church
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Check out what’s happening at New Journey! |
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Pastor Elizabeth Gallen Email: pastorbeth@njlc-fh.org Phone: (480) 761-9005 Address New Journey Lutheran Church PO Box 19652 Fountain Hills, AZ 85269 Website - njlc-fh.org Office Phone - (480) 761-9005 Email - communications@njlc-fh.org
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