COMING UP THIS WEEK. . .                                                         September 4, 2022

The Sunday, September 4, 2022 service will be live-streamed at 10:00 AM

This Sunday is the Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Lessons: Deuteronomy 30:15–20; Psalm 1:1–6; Luke 14:25–35; Philemon 1–21

Collect of the Day

O merciful Lord, You did not spare Your only Son but delivered Him up for us all. Grant us courage and strength to take up the cross and follow Him, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Keep up with Concordia’s events and services at home or on the go with our online calendar! You can even follow Concordia’s calendar on your own Google Calendar. Click here to see a step-by-step guide if you need help.

Sunday Morning Bible Study

Pastor's Bible 9 AM Class is studying Paul's letter to the Galatians.

Wednesday Bible Studies

After conferring with many of the the regular attendees the Wednesday Bible Studies have elected to take a summer break. The Women's Bible Study will begin meeting again on Wednesday September 7th and the Evening Bible Study will resume on Wednesday October 5th.

DCE and Capital Reserve Fund Campaign Update

We have currently raised $20,290.00 for the DCE Fund and $28,247.00 for the Capital Reserve Fund. Thank you to everyone who has donated. Please continue to consider and support these initiatives.

Lutheran Talk and Music Mobile App

GENESIS BIBLE STUDY… The Word of the Lord Endures Forever is a daily 15-minute verse-by-verse Bible study produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Will Weedon. Pastor Weedon recently started a study on The Book of Genesis. You can listen on-demand at thewordendures.org, the LPR mobile app and your favorite podcast provider.

A brief Committal Service for Joyce Beatty will be held on Friday September 2nd at Zachary Taylor Cemetery at 10:00 AM, Pastor Estes presiding. Joyce's family invites any Concordia members who desire to attend the service.

September Family Fellowship

Saturday, September 10, 8:00 AM – Noon: Join us at the New Albany Farmers Market. See all that local vendors have to offer from homemade baked goods and fresh produce, meat, and eggs to jewelry, soaps, and candles. Be sure to stop by and see Heather Brandt at her booth, Wordsmith Bakery! Those who wish to eat lunch together can meet in front of Heather's booth at 11:00 AM.

Kentuckiana Lutheran Youth: Bible Bootcamp

Bible Bootcamp for middle and high school youth - get ready for some serious learning packed into just one hour, twice a month. The first meeting is 6 PM on September 11th at Faith Lutheran Church. Click here to see a flyer with more information.

BsideU for Life - Pregnancy Center Tour

Located at 701 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd., BsideU For Life is a local pregnancy care center that provides free resources and support to women and families in a crisis pregnancy. Pastor Estes, Lydia and Grace will be touring their facility to learn more about their ministry on September 12 at 12:00 PM (arriving at 11:45 AM). A lunch will be served followed by a tour and presentation on the work that BsideU does for the community. If you are interested in joining the tour or have any questions, you can contact Lydia in the office at 502-585-4459 or Pastor Estes at 706-615-7982.

For a reading schedule and book purchase options, click here. Contact Grace Conrad ([email protected]) for more information.

Adult Membership Class and Refresher for Members

We are forming a new adult membership class. It will start Saturday, September 17th at 10:00 AM. Whether you have questions about Christ or want to deepen your faith in Him, this class will explore what the Bible says about our God, and how His love gives direction and meaning to your life today and forever. This class is designed for those who are interested in learning or reviewing the foundations of the Christian faith. Attendance at the class may lead to membership in our church, but there are no obligations. Watch an introductory video at www.lhm.org/GodConnects.

Indiana District Jr. High Rally

6th-8th grade students, join us for a weekend of fellowship, Bible study, worship, and fun at Camp Lakeview! The annual Indiana District Jr. High Rally will take place October 14-15. We'll meet at church at 5pm on Friday (10/14) to ride together to camp, and we'll return to church around 5:30pm on Saturday (10/15). Registration is free; please sign up by September 25. Please contact Grace Conrad ([email protected]) for more information or if you're interested in driving or chaperoning.

Men's Group Chili Cookoff

Doug Shultz will host the Concordia Men's Group at his home for our 8th annual chili cookoff on Monday, September 19. We will start at 6 pm, dinner around 7 pm.

Pickle Ball Clinic

Ready to learn the fastest growing sport in America? You’re invited to attend the Beginner Pickleball Clinic at Pickleball Euphoria! We’ll cover all the basics to get you ready for open play – and we’ll even provide the equipment! This clinic is also a launching point for a Pickleball league that will be offered this fall to our area Lutherans and other close friends (more to come about the league). Monday September 19^th from 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm at Pickleball Euphoria. (4209 Gardiner View Avenue – Resurrection’s gym). RSVP to [email protected]

Saturday, September 10

Family Fun Outing: New Albany Farmers’ Market

8 AM – Noon | Lunch at 11

Sunday, September 11

Fellowship Meal after the late service

Usher Training | 1 PM

Kentuckiana Lutheran Youth: Bible Bootcamp | 6 PM

Monday, September 12

Tour at BsideU For Life | 11:45 AM

Thursday, September 15

Young Adult Bible Study | 8:30 PM

Saturday, September 17

Church Work Day with lunch to follow | 9 AM

God Connects Class | 10 AM

Sunday, September 18

Youth Group | 4:00 PM

Monday, September 19-Tues., Sept. 20

Louisville Orchestra Auditions

Monday, September 19

Church Ladies’ Dinner at Mussel & Burger Bar | 6 PM

Men's Group Chili Cookoff | 6 PM

Pickle Ball Clinic at Resurrection | 7:30 PM

The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.

Numbers 6:24-26