This Week at Advent The Weekly Pastor—Jim Lewis

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Sunday, May 23 Worship Service (Morning Prayer & Praise) 9:00 am 05.23.2010 Family Life Minister—Dana Lewis
Education Hour 9:45 am 9 am / 11 am 440.554.7919
Worship Service (ELW 4) 11:00 am Music Director—R. David Walters
Monday, May 24 Ministry Board 7:00 pm Advent Lutheran Church
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Tuesday, May 25 5525 Harper Road · Solon OH 44139
Administrative Assistant—Marlene Cramer
Wednesday, May 26 440.248.6904
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Thursday, May 27 Lectionary Lunch noon advent@adventsolon.org
www.adventsolon.org Custodian—Tom Ballard
Friday, May 28 440.248.6904
Saturday, May 29
Sunday, May 30 Worship Service (Morning Prayer & Praise) 9:00 am Mission Statement: In response to God’s love and grace, we:
Education Hour/Family Fifths 9:45 am Celebrate word and sacrament, Minister to all people, and Nurture growth in Christ Jesus.
Confirmation Milestone Worship Service (ELW 4) 11:00 am
Welcome to Advent
We are so glad to have you join us in worship today!
In worship we encounter the God who created us and all that is. We pray, sing, listen to the word of
God found in the Bible and explore in sermons how that word fits with our daily lives. We receive in this
place the gifts of God’s grace as Jesus offers us himself, body and blood, forgiving us and restoring the
relationship between God and humanity. And we respond to this extravagant love by offering what we
have, our selves, our time, and our possessions, to love and serve others in the name of our Lord
Serving in Worship Today Jesus Christ .
9:00 am 11:00 am If you are new to worship at Advent please know that we want to help you worship with us today, if you
Lay Assistant/Reader Jason Clifford Doug Burchard have questions please ask someone near you, we’ll be happy to help you.
Communion Server Marge Everhart Lori Burchard
 Children of all ages are always welcome in worship. However, nursery care is available for pre-
Acolyte Terry Scott Brooke Marrer school children during the 11:00 am service. The nursery is located in the last room on the left in
Usher Terry Scott Jack Hageman the hallway proceeding from the door to our worship space.
Usher Joan Hageman
Usher Daniel Moentmann  We use Evangelical Lutheran Worship (ELW), the red books, located in your pews for songs at the
Usher Merriam Balint 11am gathering. The songs and readings are projected during the 9am gathering.
Greeters Terry Scott Jim & Mary Ann Sima  Be sure to sign the Guest Register next to the church office door and please provide a mailing
PowerPoint Operator Joe Kravetz address so that we can thank you for your presence with us in worship today.
Nursery Attendant SS Cheryl Kravetz
Nursery Attendant Linda Dideon & Brooke Fadeley Please keep in your prayers...
Altar Guild Laura Sheridan & Cheryl Kravetz
Louise Olson, Ruth Burke, Ruth Ungar, Galen Swab and the Paul Miller family.
And our homebound... Doris Singer, Linda Woods, Marie Johanson, Doris Wahl, Henrietta Fawcett,
Marie Swab and Art Ungar.

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Weekly Attendance
Last Sunday’s Attendance (May 9, 2010)
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Classes & Learning Events News & Announcements
DEEPEN YOUR FAITH AT EVERY AGE Each Sunday morning from 9:45-10:45 we offer a time of spiritual RECOGNITION SUNDAY—JUNE 6
formation for all ages. Nursery care for children under 2 years old is available during this time in the Graduation Milestone Celebration—Join us in recognizing our graduates and their families as
Nursery room. Other classes are listed below. they celebrate this milestone of faith in life.
CLASS Topic Today Topic Next Sunday Recognition of Volunteers—We are proud of the many people that call Advent their church
Pre-school (2-5 year olds) [Pre-school room] Fruits of the Spirit Family Fifths home and regularly give of their time and talents to make the many ministries of Advent
Elementary (K-6th grade) [Room A] Fruits of the Spirit Family Fifths possible. Come, see and celebrate the many people that make Advent’s many ministries work.
Confirmation (Middle School) [Room E] CONFIRMATION SUNDAY Family Fifths Installation of Officers & Board Members—We are excited to see the way God will use the
REVERB (High School) [Room F] The Confidence of Certainty Family Fifths gifts, talents, and leadership of our elected Officers and Board Members as they assume their
Adult Christian Education (Adults) [Rooms C & D] The Book of Acts Family Fifths positions this month. Join us in prayer and celebration as they are installed during worship.
LECTIONARY AT LUNCH Bring your own lunch each Thursday from noon to 1 pm. Join us in the library WEB-SITE CHANGES ARE UNDERWAY We are in the process of updating the content of our church
for conversation, prayer and study of the lessons for the upcoming Sunday led by Pastor Jim. website. The goal is to continue to provide a welcome and basic information to visitors so that they can
FAMILY FIFTHS INTERGENERATIONAL LEARNING EVENT: FOUR KEYS FOR VIBRANT FAITH Next Sunday find us and connect with us in worship and ministry while also improving our ability to communicate
during the Sunday school hour, our second Family Fifths Intergenerational Sunday School Event will quickly and effectively with those who regularly attend Advent and are familiar with our congregation.
take place and will focus on the 4 Keys of Caring Conversation, Devotions, Service, and Rituals & We have updated the calendar so that our office staff can more easily edit events. We have also added
Traditions and how they can be practiced in our homes and in our lives. Don’t miss out on this event that two blog pages that will post special announcements, videos, invitations, the Weekly and the
could make an impact on how you DO and PASS ON faith in your daily life. ADVENTure newsletter and more. Plus these blogs will be visible on the main website and connected to
Facebook and Twitter, so if you already use Facebook or Twitter look up Advent Lutheran—Solon, OH
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CONFIRMANDS With great joy we join in celebrating this milestone of and get connected.
faith as our confirmands say “yes” to the promises of Baptism and commit to living out their Christian
faith daily as young adults. This year’s class includes… THE 2010 ALTAR FLOWER CHART is in the narthex. You may want to reserve your dates in advance.
Please include payment with the order form when you sign-up.
Myla Hodgson—daughter of Guy and Kathryn Hodgson
Emily Moentmann—daughter of Paul and Sandy Moentmann
Servant Opportunities
Michael Moentmann—son of Paul and Sandy Moentmann
Amanda Sutherland—daughter of Don and Lisa Sutherland DONATIONS NEEDED FOR SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL During Summer Sunday School all children will
meet together around the Baobab tree to learn what it means to be in community with God, family,
friends, and the greater world through crafts, games, stories, and science experiments. In order to make
Building Community through Relationships this a great summer of learning we need your help. A list of needed supplies can be found on the
Spiritual Growth board near the kitchen. Please take a look at it and sign your name next to the items
PLAY AND PRAISE WEDNESDAY NIGHTS BEGINNING JUNE 16 Play & Praise will provide a simple way to you can donate. All supplies are needed before June 6.
get together each Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 pm for games, food, and a brief time of worship. Get GARAGE SALE Ministry Board is planning to have a garage sale to support our furniture ministry. As you
outside, get moving and get together with friends new and old. Make plans to attend and invite your do your spring house cleaning, please save items for the sale. A change of date has become necessary.
friends and neighbors throughout the summer. Want to help? Consider providing refreshments, game The new date will be announced soon. If you are interested in helping with the sale, we will welcome
equipment, leading children’s activities, or helping with skits or music. Talk with Pastor Jim or Dana your help. More information will follow.
Lewis if you’d like to help.
FURNITURE MINISTRY Advent Lutheran Furniture Ministry is taking on a new direction for the future.
YOUTH MINISTRY MEETING FOR ALL 7TH-11TH GRADERS AND PARENTS TO BE HELD JUNE 6 As we We want you to be a part of this important ministry to our community and the larger area. We are
look forward to the fall and explore ways to grow and improve on the Youth Ministry we already have, forming a sub-committee to establish a sustainable and effective plan for connecting the many willing
we are looking for YOUR input. On Sunday, June 6, after the 11AM worship service we will gather to donors in our communities with those in need of simple furnishings for a better life. Last year this
share ideas about what you want to see happening with our youth ministry and share a little about what ministry helped move 125 children off the floor onto a mattress, bed or crib along with numerous other
is already in the works for this fall. Come to this meeting ready to share your ideas. Questions? Talk to blessings Please pray for this ministry and your involvement with it. If you have questions please talk
Liz Chois, Dana Lewis, or Pastor Jim. with Joan Groening or a member of the Ministry Board (Doris Johanson, Fred Davis III, Dennis Terry,
Daniel Moentmann, & Kathy Pekarcik).