CTR Weekly Events: Nov. 7 – 13
THIS SUNDAY AT CTR:
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Kayla Kuehnert
Acolytes–early: Genevieve Gross- late: Luke Caspersen
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
Mom’s Bible Brunch: 1st & 3rd Fridays at 9:30
Stewardship Sunday – November 13 – 8:15 & 10:45 AM – Our Treasure is Given On Purpose:
FLU SHOTS will be given by Visiting Nurse Association at CTR during Fall Festival Sunday on November 6th. They are $10. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, show your card-they are free. Seniors, if you bring your Medicare card you can get a free flu and pneumonia vaccine.
ART CLASS FOR NOVEMBER is rescheduled for November 16 at 5:30. The cost of the class will be $5.00. There is a limit of 12 participants for this class. If you have a pair of fabric scissors, please bring them. Sign up and enjoy this banner as part of your home decorations over Christmas.
THANKSGIVING BASKETS will be given to CTR families in need. Donations of canned food, non-perishable items and household products are needed no later than November 13. We will also accept monetary donations to purchase gift cards so families can buy perishable items for their Thanksgiving meal. Place monetary donations in the offering plate with Thanksgiving basket on the memo line or dropped in the “little house” on the table in the narthex beginning next Sunday. Contact Diane Morlock with questions at 918-995-7142.
CHRISTMAS EVENT hosted by Parish Life will take place on December 11 at 5:00 at the Glenpool Convention Center. There will be dinner and entertainment by Tulsa Metro Sound. Childcare will be provided for children 10 and under. Parents are asked to provide a sack dinner for them. We are limited to 112 attendees. Tickets are $15 per person and go on sale in early November so mark your calendar now and plan to join us!
LWML CHRISTMAS DINNER for all women will be Tuesday, December 6 at 6:00 p.m. at CTR. The dinner, catered by Ludger’s, will cost $16.00/person. Tickets will go on sale in November. We will be “Unwrapping the Names of Jesus” and hope you will join us! Please bring a gift of diapers, wipes, or baby clothes (smaller than 4T) to be donated to Crisis Pregnancy Outreach.
MITE BOX SUNDAY: November 6.
BRAILLE WORKSHOP: November 14 at 9:00 at Our Savior.
BUNKO: November 15 at 7:00 at the home of Pat Bartley.
LWML: November 15 at 1:00.
SENIOR FRIENDS: November 20 at Zio’s (81st & Lewis).
OWLS will not meet in November/December/January.
LWML NEWS: They will be hosting a bake sale during Sunday services next week as well as during the Fall Festival. Donations of baked items would be greatly appreciated. All proceeds will go towards mites.
ACOLYTES: A new schedule is posted at the south entrance. Please sign up today!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Phyllis McKay turns 90 years old on November 9. You are invited to celebrate with her and her family on November 5 from 2-4 pm with cake and ice cream at the home of Cheryl & Dale Davison at 5726 E. 105th Street, Tulsa. If unable to attend, cards may be sent to her at that same address. Please no gifts as your presence is your gift.
FROM THE ELDERS: Joshua Brakhage has begun his studies for the pastoral ministry this Fall at Concordia Seminary in St Louis, Missouri. The Elders will be providing financial support to Joshua throughout the time of his studies to help defray the cost of his tuition, books and other expenses. The Outreach Ministry will also be providing “care packages” for Joshua and Suzy on a regular basis to help with things around the house and other needs. If you would like to provide financial support, please make a contribution to “Seminary Student Support” and place it in the offering or in the Elders drawer in the Volunteer Office. Please do not make specific reference to the Brakhage family for tax reasons. This money will be placed in a designated fund and sent to the Seminary to support Joshua. If you want to provide non-financial support for Joshua and Suzy, please contact Diane Morlock and the Outreach Ministry for ways that you may be able to help.
ADVENT SERVICES will begin November 30 at 7:00 with the Hanging of the Greens Service, Carols and Lessons on December 7 and the Children’s Christmas Program on December 14. Meals will be at 6:00. CTR-U will continue with the 5:30-6:30 activities.
CTR Youth Ministry
Jr High (6-8th Grade) – High School (9-12th Grade)
Sunday, November 13, 2016– SERVICE DAY (following the Stewardship Lunch)
Join together as youth and families by giving back to CTR on Stewardship Sunday through service. We will have opportunities for yard work, clean up, organization and more around the church.
November 18-20, 2016 – OK & KS High School District Gathering in Wichita, KS
Registration is no longer open for this event.
Sunday, December 4, 2016– Jr High Christmas Party
SOUTH TULSA COMMUNITY HOUSE: We are in great need of just about everything “canned,” as well as other proteins such as dried beans, peanut butter, meat based soups. We also need clean and labels removed prescription bottles which we use to distribute shampoo, body wash/soap and the like. They request that you not donate any Ramon noodles.
COLLECTION CENTER: Please remember to collect various ink cartridges and electronic equipment for the LWML; food and household supplies for South Tulsa Community House; various labels for ECC (check out the collection center for a list); various coupons for the military; eye glasses for MOST Ministries. All these items can be dropped off at the collection center at the south entrance.
**Faith Friends – Gym
CRAFT CLASS FOR NOVEMBER
CTR Weekly Events: Oct 31 – Nov 6
THIS SUNDAY AT CTR:
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Suzanne Watt
Acolytes–early: Camden Knutson- late: Faris Jackson
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
Mom’s Bible Brunch: 1st & 3rd Fridays at 9:30
CONFIRMATION SUNDAY
Stewardship Sunday – November 13 – 8:15 & 10:45 AM – Our Treasure is Given On Purpose:
FLU SHOTS
CHRISTMAS EVENT
LWML CHRISTMAS DINNER
SILLY SOCK COLLECTION: Final week to bring in socks.
HARVEST HOUSE FALL DRIVE: Final week for donations.
MITE BOX SUNDAY:
BRAILLE WORKSHOP:
BUNKO:
LWML:
SENIOR FRIENDS:
OWLS
LWML NEWS:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Phyllis McKay turns 90 years old on November 9. You are invited to celebrate with her and her family on November 5 from 2-4 pm with cake and ice cream at the home of Cheryl & Dale Davison at 5726 E. 105th
THANKSGIVING BASKETS
FROM THE ELDERS:
Several years ago, the Board of Directors and the Elders established a designated fund to assist Christ the Redeemer’s divinely-called church workers in paying off any of their existing student loans. The agreements that our congregation made with those called professionals is that, as long as they continued to serve our congregation and as long as there was money available in the fund, we would assist them by making payments on their behalf toward the balance owed on their student loans that arose from the time that they were receiving their education for the positions that they now hold. This program has truly been a blessing to those who have served us so well. We have now come to the point that the designated fund balance is running low and needs to be replenished. On behalf of the Ministry of Elders, I ask that you prayerfully consider making a donation to this fund before the end of this year. Any amount that you are moved to contribute will be most graciously appreciated. — John Meinders, Elder Chairman
**Children’s Chimes Choir Practice – Sanctuary
**Faith Friends – Gym
**Confirmation Class – Library – DCE Suzanne –
**INTEREST SESSION
Nov. 9: Lasagna, chicken alfredo, salad, dessert:
Nov. 16: Mac & Cheese, chicken strips, salad, dessert:
Nov. 23 NO CTR-U
CTR-U INTEREST SESSION
ART CLASS FOR NOVEMBER
CTR Youth Ministry
Jr High (6-8th Grade) – High School (9-12th Grade)
Sunday, November 13, 2016– SERVICE DAY (following the Stewardship Lunch)
Join together as youth and families by giving back to CTR on Stewardship Sunday through service. We will have opportunities for yard work, clean up, organization and more around the church.
November 18-20, 2016 – OK & KS High School District Gathering in Wichita, KS
Registration is no longer open for this event.
Sunday, December 4, 2016– Jr High Christmas Party
SOUTH TULSA COMMUNITY HOUSE:
COLLECTION CENTER:
CTR Weekly Events: Oct 10 – 16
THIS SUNDAY AT CTR:
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Pastor Burmeister
Acolytes–early: Camden Knutson/Giovanni Ellison- late: Luke Caspersen
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
Mom’s Bible Brunch: 1st & 3rd Fridays at 9:30
**Children’s Chimes Choir Practice – Sanctuary
**Faith Friends – Gym
**Confirmation Class – Library – DCE Suzanne –
**INTEREST SESSION
FLU SHOTS will be given by Visiting Nurse Association at CTR Sunday, October 9th 9 am-12:30 pm and during Fall Festival Sunday on November 6th. They are $10. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, show your card-they are free. Seniors, if you bring your Medicare card you can get a free flu and pneumonia vaccine.
SENIOR FRIENDS will meet for lunch at Houligans (4848 S Yale) on Sunday.
BRAILLE WORKSHOP is October 10 at 9:00 at Our Savior.
BUNKO is October 11 at 7:00 at church. There is a sign up.
OWLS will be held at the church on October 12 at 11:30. The program will be provided by CTR Endowment Fund. Topic of the program will be Estate Planning/Charitable Giving. Guest speaker will be a local attorney who specializes in estate planning. Estate planning is always evolving due to tax law changes and introduction of innovative alternatives. This is an opportunity to become informed and updated on this important topic. Additionally, the CTR Endowment Trustees will share information about the history and use of the Endowment Funds since its inception in 1991. A signup is required for a box lunch from Lambrusco’s at a cost of $10.00.
LWML will meet on October 11 at 8:30 to go to the Assistance League to help dress children.
ECC STORYTIME READERS are needed. Volunteers who would like to read to the preschoolers on Mondays at 10:00, please sign up on the sheet in the narthex. They are looking for about four readers each Monday.
MESSIAH solo and orchestra tryouts will be held on October 16 from 1:30-2:30. Contact Leon Boggs for further details 258-5201. Chorus singers are asked to contact Leon or Mary Ames for further information. Rehearsals begin October 30 at First Lutheran.
SILLY SOCK COLLECTION: In the month of October, Ministry of Outreach will be collecting new silly-looking socks for children and adults battling cancer. These socks will be collected and then delivered to The Cancer Center of Tulsa who is very excited that our church is doing this project. The socks can be placed on the clothesline or in the clothesbasket at the south entrance.
HARVEST HOUSE FALL DRIVE has begun so clean out your closets for clean and gently used, or brand new clothing and household items to bring to the church during October. Especially needed at this time are items for the cold weather ahead such as sweaters, long pants, coats, blankets. Drop off your items at the tables located at the south entrance.
OK/KS DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GATHERING: November 18-20. Registration opens on August 15. Schedules and registration information has been sent out. If you have questions, contact DCE Suzanne.
SOUTH TULSA COMMUNITY HOUSE:
COLLECTION CENTER:
Check out our website at www.CTRTulsa.org for a calendar of events,
the Sunday scripture readings, and full information.
Check us out on facebook and join our group at www.facebook.com/groups/2251343472
CTR Weekly Events: Oct 3 – 9
CTR-U CRAFT CLASS: Our next art class will be October 12 at 5:30. We will be making a fall topiary. All the supplies will be provided. There is a sign up available at the display table in the narthex. This class is for 6th grade (post-confirmation) and older. The cost of the class is $7.00. The money will be collected that night. You must be signed up to attend the class as supplies will only be available for those who sign up.
MITE BOX SUNDAY is Sunday.
SENIOR FRIENDS will meet for lunch at Houligans (4848 S Yale) on October 9.
BRAILLE WORKSHOP is October 10 at 9:00 at Our Savior.
BUNKO is October 11 at 7:00 at church. There is a sign up.
OWLS will be held at the church on October 12 at 11:30. The program will be provided by CTR Endowment Fund. Topic of the program will be Estate Planning/Charitable Giving. Guest speaker will be a local attorney who specializes in estate planning. Estate planning is always evolving due to tax law changes and introduction of innovative alternatives. This is an opportunity to become informed and updated on this important topic. Additionally, the CTR Endowment Trustees will share information about the history and use of the Endowment Funds since its inception in 1991. A signup is required for a box lunch from Lambrusco’s at a cost of $10.00.
ECC STORYTIME READERS are needed. Volunteers who would like to read to the preschoolers on Mondays at 10:00, please sign up on the sheet in the narthex. They are looking for about four readers each Monday.
MESSIAH solo and orchestra tryouts will be held on October 16 from 1:30-2:30. Contact Leon Boggs for further details 258-5201.
FLU SHOTS will be given by Visiting Nurse Association at CTR next Sunday, October 9th 9 am-12:30 pm and during Fall Festival Sunday on November 6th. They are $10. If you have Blue Cross Blue Shield, show your card-they are free. Seniors, if you bring your Medicare card you can get a free flu and pneumonia vaccine.
SILLY SOCK COLLECTION: In the month of October, Ministry of Outreach will be collecting new silly-looking socks for children and adults battling cancer. These socks will be collected and then delivered to The Cancer Center of Tulsa who is very excited that our church is doing this project. The socks can be placed on the clothesline at the south entrance.
HARVEST HOUSE FALL DRIVE has begun so clean out your closets for clean and gently used, or brand new clothing and household items to bring to the church during October. Especially needed at this time are items for the cold weather ahead such as sweaters, long pants, coats, blankets. Drop off your items at the tables located at the south entrance.
OK/KS DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GATHERING: November 18-20. Registration opens on August 15. Schedules and registration information has been sent out. If you have questions, contact DCE Suzanne.
SOUTH TULSA COMMUNITY HOUSE: We are in great need of just about everything “canned,” as well as other proteins such as dried beans, peanut butter, meat based soups. We also need clean and labels removed prescription bottles which we use to distribute shampoo, body wash/soap and the like. They request that you not donate any Ramon noodles.
COLLECTION CENTER: Please remember to collect various ink cartridges and electronic equipment for the LWML; food and household supplies for South Tulsa Community House; various labels for ECC (check out the collection center for a list); various coupons for the military; eye glasses for MOST Ministries. All these items can be dropped off at the collection center at the south entrance.
CTR Weekly Events: Sept 26 – Oct 2
DART BALL GATHERING: Men 18 years and older of CTR are invited to learn the basics of dart ball and compete with men from other area LCMS congregations. Food and beverages will be provided! Tuesday, September 27 at 6:00 PM at CTR. Please contact Deon Hull to reserve your space. 918-928-6641 or DLHull5@gmail.com. See you there!
BRAINSTORM OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES SESSION: Wednesday, September 28 from 4:30-5:30 in the Fellowship Hall Please join Outreach and Strategic Planning for a brainstorming session. We need your stewardship and time and talent. Current Lutheran Outreach Activities: Mission Support for Missionaries, nationally and internationally -Mercy Meals Current Tulsa Community Outreach Activities: -South Tulsa Community House -Harvest House -Thanksgiving food collection for church families -Christmas giving tree in support of MEND
How can you help? What other ideas do you have for Outreach activities? We need your help to prioritize these activities.
HARVEST HOUSE FALL DRIVE will begin in October so start now to clean out your closets for clean and gently used, or brand new clothing and household items to bring to the church during October. Especially needed at this time are items for the cold weather ahead such as sweaters, long pants, coats, blankets. A display table will be set up in the entry hallway area for more information and to drop off your items later this month.
MITE BOX SUNDAY is next Sunday.
SENIOR FRIENDS will meet for lunch at Houligans (4848 S Yale) on October 9.
BRAILLE WORKSHOP is October 10 at 9:00 at Our Savior.
BUNKO is October 11 at 7:00 at church. There is a sign up.
OWLS is October 12 at 11:30 at the church. Details to follow.
OK/KS DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GATHERING: November 18-20. Registration opens on August 15. Schedules and registration information has been sent out. If you have questions, contact DCE Suzanne.
SOUTH TULSA COMMUNITY HOUSE: We are in great need of just about everything “canned,” as well as other proteins such as dried beans, peanut butter, meat based soups. We also need clean and labels removed prescription bottles which we use to distribute shampoo, body wash/soap and the like. They request that you not donate any Ramon noodles.
COLLECTION CENTER: Please remember to collect various ink cartridges and electronic equipment for the LWML; food and household supplies for South Tulsa Community House; various labels for ECC (check out the collection center for a list); various coupons for the military; eye glasses for MOST Ministries. All these items can be dropped off at the collection center at the south entrance.
CTR-U ART CLASS: Our next art class will be October 12 at 5:30. We will be making a fall topiary. All the supplies will be provided. There is a sign up available at the display table in the narthex. This class is for 6th grade (post-confirmation) and older. The cost of the class is $7.00. The money will be collected that night. Should be fun. Sign up today!!
CTR WEEKLY EVENTS: Sept. 19 – 25
THIS SUNDAY AT CTR:
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Suzanne Watt
Acolytes–early: Caroline/Andrew King – late:
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
Mom’s Bible Brunch: 1st & 3rd Fridays at 9:30
THE CHURCH NURSERY is available for children during worship and Sunday school. Check out the announcement for further details in the bulletin cover.
DART BALL GATHERING: Men 18 years and older of CTR are invited to learn the basics of dart ball and compete with men from other area LCMS congregations. Food and beverages will be provided! Tuesday, September 27 at 6:00 PM at CTR. Please contact Deon Hull to reserve your space. 918-928-6641 or DLHull5@gmail.com. See you there!
BRAINSTORM OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES SESSION: Wednesday, September 28 from 4:30-5:30 in the Fellowship Hall Please join Outreach and Strategic Planning for a brainstorming session. We need your stewardship and time and talent.
Current Lutheran Outreach Activities:
-Mission Support for Missionaries, nationally and internationally -Mercy Meals Current Tulsa Community Outreach Activities: -South Tulsa Community House -Harvest House -Thanksgiving food collection for church families -Christmas giving tree in support of MEND
How can you help? What other ideas do you have for Outreach activities? We need your help to prioritize these activities.
BRAINSTORMING SESSION FOR CHILDREN, FAMILIES, AND TEACHERS AT CTR & ECC: Wednesday, September 21 from 4:30-5:30 in the Fellowship Hall. Please join Youth, Family & Children’s, ECC, Education and Strategic Planning for a brainstorming session. We need your stewardship and time and talent.
Current Children’s Activities/Programs: -Sunday School -Children’s Messages-Nursery-CTR-U -Confirmation-Children’s Chimes Choir -Vacation Bible School (VBS)-Summer Camps/Day Camp -Jr. High Youth Ministry-Sr. High Youth Ministry-ECC -Easter Program-Fall Festival-Sunday School Christmas Program -Father Daughter Dinner
How can you help? What other ideas do you have for Children activities or ways we can strengthen our current programs?
HARVEST HOUSE FALL DRIVE will begin in October so start now to clean out your closets for clean and gently used, or brand new clothing and household items to bring to the church during October. Especially needed at this time are items for the cold weather ahead such as sweaters, long pants, coats, blankets. A display table will be set up in the entry hallway area for more information and to drop off your items later this month.
OK/KS DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GATHERING: November 18-20. Registration opens on August 15. Schedules and registration information has been sent out. If you have questions, contact DCE Suzanne.
SOUTH TULSA COMMUNITY HOUSE: We are in great need of just about everything “canned,” as well as other proteins such as dried beans, peanut butter, meat based soups. We also need clean and labels removed prescription bottles which we use to distribute shampoo, body wash/soap and the like. They request that you not donate any Ramon noodles.
COLLECTION CENTER: Please remember to collect various ink cartridges and electronic equipment for the LWML; food and household supplies for South Tulsa Community House; various labels for ECC (check out the collection center for a list); various coupons for the military; eye glasses for MOST Ministries. All these items can be dropped off at the collection center at the south entrance.
CTR-U Weekly Schedule
INTEREST SESSION FOR OCTOBER 5
will be Pat’s Pens & Things/Uncanny Creations: Janet Collins has built a business on recycling alumi
num cans. She creates beautiful jewelry and magnets that she sells under the guise of Uncanny Creations. Pat is a wood turner who turns old tree cuttings into vases, bowls and pens. He’s been doing it for about six years through Pat’s Pens & Things. Janet and Pat will come and talk about their work and have pieces of their artwork for us to see. They will also have a display table of items that can be purchased. All members are invited to attend and then join us for dinner. This presentation will take place in the fellowship hall from 5:30-6:30.
CTR Weekly Events Sept. 12 – 18
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Mary Ames
Acolytes–early: Caroline/Andrew King – late: Isabella Nightingale/Luke Caspersen
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
5:00-5:30 PM
**Children’s Chimes Choir Practice – Sanctuary
**Faith Friends – Gym
**Confirmation Class – Library – DCE Suzanne –
Sept. 7-21: 105 First Article;
Sept. 14: Lasagna, chicken alfredo, salad, dessert:
Bernie & Norm Zanter (serve/clean up)
Sept. 21: Cane’s chicken strips, mac & cheese, salad, dessert:
Sandy Moeller/Lisa Bellmard (serve/clean up)
Sept. 28: Tomato soup, grilled cheese, salad, dessert:
Angela Lemons/Teri King (serve/clean up)
**Choir Practice with Craig Amendt – balcony
**Junior High fellowship time – DCE Suzanne – gym
**Men’s Small Group continues
**Colossians Adult Bible Study – Pastor Burmeister – fellowship hall
LWML will meet on September 12 to pack the quilts for shipping.
Check out our website at
www.ctrtulsa.org/calendar for a calendar of events, the Sunday
scripture readings, and full information.
Check us out on facebook and join our group at
www.facebook.com/groups/2251343472
EDUCATION & YOUTH MINISTRY
For questions or to volunteer, contact DCE Suzanne Watt at
918-492-6451 or
suzanne.watt@ctrtulsa.org
FAMILY & CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
For questions about Family & Children’s Ministry events or to volunteer,contact Kayla Kuehnert at 918-906-2650 or
families@ctrtulsa.org
CTR Weekly: September 5 -11
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Pastor Burmeister
Acolytes–early: …..- late: ……
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
Mom’s Bible Brunch: 1st & 3rd Fridays at 9:30
**Children’s Chimes Choir Practice – Sanctuary
5:30-6:30 PM
**Women’s Small Group – Stacey Curtis
**INTEREST SESSION- None in September
**Youth Bible Study (post-confirmation) – Pastor Burmeister – youth room
**Men’s Small Group – Bridal Room
September 14 – Painting Class – fellowship hall
September 21 – Recipe Roundup – kitchen
6:00-7:00 PM – Come & Go Dinner Menu and volunteers
Sept. 7: Sub sandwiches, salad, dessert:
Kathi Lohse/Judy Cook (serve); Courtney Nightingale (clean up)
Sept. 14: Lasagna, chicken alfredo, salad, dessert:
Bernie & Norm Zanter (serve/clean up)
Sept. 21: Cane’s chicken strips, mac & cheese, salad, dessert:
Sandy Moeller/Lisa Bellmard (serve/clean up)
Sept. 28: Tomato soup, grilled cheese, salad, dessert:
Angela Lemons/Teri King (serve/clean up)
7:00-8:00 PM
PAINTING CLASS
THE STORY BIBLE STUDY will begin September 11 and go through April. This Sunday school program is for adult, youth, and children each Sunday during this time. Wired Word and Life By His Word will continue to have their classes so adults can choose which class they would like to attend. If you are interested in taking part in The Story, you must order the books for your family no later than August 21. All the books are $5.00 for those participating in the classes. If you order after the program begins, adult, teen and kids versions will be $10 each. The little ones and children’s books will be $15 each. Even though the sale on these items has ended, the church is continuing to subsidize the final cost of these books. If you would like to order additional copies for someone not attending the classes, please contact DCE Suzanne. IF YOUR ORDER HAS ARRIVED, IT CAN BE FOUND IN THE NARTHEX WITH YOUR NAME ON IT.
LWML will meet on September 9 to set up quilts for Mission Sunday and on September 12 to pack the quilts for shipping.
ACOLYTE SCHEDULE is available at the south entrance. Acolytes are asked to sign up for 2-3 Sundays. The current schedule ends September 4 so please sign up as soon as possible.
OWLS will meet on September 14 at 11:30 at the church. The meal is catered from Schlotzsky’s. There is a signup sheet. The speakers will be 2 woman Naval officers who will talk about recruiting, training, etc. and opportunities for women in today’s Navy.
MISSION SUNDAY is September 11. Outreach Ministry will host a potluck following the late service. All families are asked to bring a dish to pass. Our speaker will be Rev. Bennai. He is a missionary-at-large here in Oklahoma ministering to the Muslims.
MITE BOX SUNDAY is Sunday.
BUNKO will meet on September 13 at Kathy Mathieu’s home at 7:00. There is a signup sheet.
BRAILLE WORKSHOP is September 12 at 9:00 at Our Savior.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING is September 18 at 12 pm. There will be a potluck prior to the meeting. All families are asked to bring a dish to pass. Child care is provided.
OK/KS DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GATHERING: November 18-20. Registration opens on August 15. Schedules and registration information has been sent out. If you have questions, contact DCE Suzanne.
OK DISTRICT JR HIGH YOUTH GATHERING: September 30-October 2 at Camp Lutherahoma. Registration forms must be turned in ASAP to reserve spots in the retreat cabins. If you have questions, contact DCE Suzanne.
CTR Weekly Events: August 22 – 28
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Kayla Kuehnert
Acolytes–early: Ainsley McFarlin/Blake Apfelbacher- late: Drew Mabrey
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
Mom’s Bible Brunch: 1st & 3rd Fridays at 9:30
EDUCATION SUNDAY is this week.
9:15-10:30 AM Breakfast will be served in the Fellowship Hall including pancakes, coffee cake, muffins, bacon, casseroles and more!
Gluten free and diabetic friendly items will be available as well.
Jupiter jumps will be available in the gym for students from 9AM-12PM.
Displays will be available in the Narthex all morning for you to:
- Purchase books for The Story if you have not already. The Story curriculum officially begins for all ages on September 11.
- Get more information on Adult Sunday School, Children’s and Youth Education, Women’s Ministries, Small Groups and CTR-U. You also will have the opportunity to register for adult and children’s Sunday School and update your information with the church.
- CTR students age 4- grade 12 can pick up their Faith Stepping Stones books for their current age or grade level. Parents and students, make sure you look for your books for your home library and take them home as a gift from the Lay Ministry of Education.
A Backpack Blessing will be at both the 8:15 and 10:45 AM services.
All students preschool-college are invited to come and bring their backpack to worship.
THE STORY BIBLE STUDY will begin September 11 and go through April. This Sunday school program is for adult, youth, and children each Sunday during this time. Wired Word and Life By His Word will continue to have their classes so adults can choose which class they would like to attend. If you are interested in taking part in The Story, you must order the books for your family no later than August 21. All the books are $5.00 for those participating in the classes. If you order after the program begins, adult, teen and kids versions will be $10 each. The little ones and children’s books will be $15 each. Even though the sale on these items has ended, the church is continuing to subsidize the final cost of these books. If you would like to order additional copies for someone not attending the classes, please contact DCE Suzanne. IF YOUR ORDER HAS ARRIVED, IT CAN BE FOUND IN THE NARTHEX WITH YOUR NAME ON IT.
LWML will meet on September 9 to set up quilts for Mission Sunday and on September 12 to pack the quilts for shipping.
COLLECTION CENTER: Please remember to collect various ink cartridges and electronic equipment for the LWML; food and household supplies for South Tulsa Community House; various labels for ECC (check out the collection center for a list); various coupons for the military; eye glasses for MOST Ministries. All these items can be dropped off at the collection center at the south entrance.
**Children’s Chimes Choir Practice – Sanctuary
5:30-6:30 PM
**Faith Friends – Gym
**Confirmation Class – Library – DCE Suzanne –
**Women’s Small Group – Stacey Curtis
**INTEREST SESSION- None in September
**Youth Bible Study (post-confirmation) – Pastor Burmeister – youth room
**Men’s Small Group – Bridal Room
September 14 – Painting Class – fellowship hall
September 21 – Recipe Roundup – kitchen
6:00-7:00 PM – Come & Go Dinner Menu and volunteers
Sept. 7: Sub sandwiches, salad, dessert:
Kathi Lohse/Judy Cook (serve); Courtney Nightingale (clean up)
Sept. 14: Lasagna, chicken alfredo, salad, dessert:
Bernie & Norm Zanter (serve/clean up)
Sept. 21: Cane’s chicken strips, mac & cheese, salad, dessert:
Sandy Moeller/Lisa Bellmard (serve/clean up)
Sept. 28: Tomato soup, grilled cheese, salad, dessert:
Angela Lemons/Teri King (serve/clean up)
7:00-8:00 PM
PAINTING CLASS will be offered on September 14 during CTR-U from 5:30-6:30 in the fellowship hall. Check out the display in the narthex for details. Cost of the class is $5.00 to be collected that evening. The class is open to adults and those 6th grade students (post-confirmation) and older. Sign up today!
CTR Weekly Events – August 15 – 21
Worship at 8:15 & 10:45 – Sunday School at 9:30
Children’s Message: Suzanne Watt
Acolytes–early: Camden Knutson – late: Addie Ross
Adult Bible Study in the Fellowship Hall and Kitchen & Conf. Rm behind the library
Women’s Bible Study on Fridays at 9:30 in the library
Mom’s Bible Brunch: 1st & 3rd Fridays at 9:30
CTR-U BEGINS SEPTEMBER 7
**Children’s Chimes Choir Practice – Sanctuary
5:30-6:30 PM
**Faith Friends – Gym
**Confirmation Class – Library – DCE Suzanne –
Sept. 7-21: 105 First Article;
**Women’s Small Group – Stacey Curtis
**INTEREST SESSION- None in September
**Youth Bible Study (post-confirmation) – Pastor Burmeister – youth room
**Men’s Small Group – Bridal Room
September 14 – Painting Class – fellowship hall
September 21 – Recipe Roundup – kitchen
6:00-7:00 PM – Come & Go Dinner Menu and volunteers
Sept. 7: Sub sandwiches, salad, dessert:
Kathi Lohse/Judy Cook (serve); Courtney Nightingale (clean up)
Sept. 14: Lasagna, chicken alfredo, salad, dessert:
Bernie & Norm Zanter (serve/clean up)
Sept. 21: Cane’s chicken strips, mac & cheese, salad, dessert:
Sandy Moeller/Lisa Bellmard (serve/clean up)
Sept. 28: Tomato soup, grilled cheese, salad, dessert:
Angela Lemons/Teri King (serve/clean up)
7:00-8:00 PM
**Choir Practice with Craig Amendt – balcony
STILL NEED SOME VOLUNTEERS FOR RECIPE ROUNDUP which is once a month at CTR-U and begins September 21 from 5:30-6:00. It will be a recipe tasting group. The theme for September is Mexican. Three volunteers will be needed to prepare one Mexican main course, side dish and dessert recipe. You will only be asked to prepare enough for everyone to have a 2-3 bite taste – not a whole serving. Recipes will be provided for those attending. This is your chance to try that new Pinterest recipe you’ve always wanted to try!! Please contact Connie Phillips at the church office or connie.phillips@ctrtulsa.org for questions or if you’d like to volunteer.
MUSIC STAFF UPDATE: Continuing this fall, children’s chime choir and adult handbells will be directed by current CTR choir director, Craig Amendt. Children’s chime choir practices will begin at their usual time on Wednesday nights with the start of CTR-U on September 7th. We are pleased that Craig has accepted these new responsibilities seamlessly from our music director, Norma Muller, as she steps back from some of her duties in preparation for retirement, and we look forward to continuing to share in the gifts of our CTR musicians young and old.
COLLEGE STUDENTS: Students are encouraged to take a moment to go to www.lcms.org/lcmsu/campuslink and fill in your contact information. The site will link you to the campus ministry near your college. Parents can also log in the information for their child. If you are attending OU, you can contact Vicar Eric Bednash (tlcnormanvicar@gmail.com or 405-429-9327) for upcoming events for the new fall semester which begin August 19.