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A Message from Pastor Brad
We are creatures of belonging. People formed to live in relationship with God and one another. One of our greatest fears is not belonging. This is why vulnerability is so difficult for us. We fear that if someone KNOWS us, they will find fault with us and reject us. This shame can keep us isolated and alone, preventing us from living as God intended. This is why God grants grace. Finding grace amidst shame is not about knowing God is good but rather letting our shame be seen. If we encounter another’s suffering or shame, we must remain silent until we have first listened with our heart and see the other as God sees them. We all need grace. Let us live in this broken world, as broken people, who live and believe in God’s acceptance of our brokenness.
-Pastor Brad
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Ladies Night Out
May 23
Adult ladies are invited to Ladies Night Out. The next event will be held at Lawrenceville Lawn on May 23. Bring your dinner, a drink, and a chair to sit on. The parking is off Luckie Street. RSVP to Robin Eggleston by email here or text 770-241-9123
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Agatha Christie's
The Mousetrap
Get Your Tickets Now
As news spreads of a murder in London, a group of seven strangers finds themselves snowed in at a remote countryside guesthouse. When a police sergeant arrives, the guests discover – to their horror – that a killer is in their midst! One by one, the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts.
Show Dates and Times
Friday, May 19, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 20, 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 20, 7:00 p.m.
Tickets Available On Our Website Here
$7 Preferred Seating
$5 General Admission
Tickets will be available at the door, cash only.
Enjoy the trailer below;
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Toilet Paper Drive Huge Success
Thank you for your support for the recent Toilet Paper Drive to benefit the Lawrenceville Co-op. We surpassed our goal and collected 2052 rolls of toilet paper. The Co-Op was very appreciative of the continued assistance from the “Toilet Paper Church”
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Book Club
The book club meets in room 7 on the second Friday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Email Kathy Friton if you want to join .
Upcoming Dates and Titles
June 9: If You Lived Here, I'd Know Your Name by Heather Lende
July 14: The Anomaly by Herve Le Tellier
August 11: The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down by Anne Fadiman
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Affirmation of Baptism Ceremony
We will be honoring our three eighth-grade confirmation students on Sunday, May 28 during the 9:00 service. These fine youth have studied the Bible and Luther's Small Catechism for the last three years. They are ready to affirm, for themselves, the promises that their parents, sponsors, and congregation made on their behalf at their baptism. There will be a reception in the fellowship hall following the service. Please help us celebrate this milestone achievement with our youth.
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Last Chance
Class of 2023
We would like to recognize the class of 2023 in an upcoming issue of our eNews. If you have a high school or college student graduating as the Class of 2023 email their name and the school they attended to Janice Aldridge in the church office by Monday 22, 2023 to be included in the next edition of the eNews.
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Sunday Morning Classes for Children and Youth
This Coming Sunday Ends the Faith Formation Year
Final classes for the elementary students, confirmation, and high school youth are this coming Sunday, May 14 at 10:00. We are grateful for our volunteer teachers who spent the year engaged with the children and youth on their spiritual journey. Their tireless dedication to our students is a shining example of God at work in our congregation. Thank you, Donna Anderson, Janice Johnson, Michael Johnson, Nancy Khashan, Amy Schroer, Sue Schroer, Rebekah Spratlin, and Amon Whitfield. Job well done good and faithful servants. We invite you to express your gratitude when you see them.
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Youth Summer Camp
Registration is Open
We will be hosting two weeklong servant camps for our youth this summer. Each gives the youth an opportunity to serve in the community every morning and then enjoy fellowship activities with the other campers in the afternoons. Both camps run 8:30 – 4:30. Both camps are $110 with scholarships available. Rising fifth, sixth, and seventh-grade students are invited to attend Preteen Servant Camp June 19 – 23. Youth rising eighth grade through twelfth go to Teen Servant Camp July 10 – 14. Registration information is available at a display in the Narthex. Contact Diane Thomas for more information.
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If you have any questions about Faith Formation Ministry and how you can be a part of it, contact Diane Thomas through the church office or by email (here)
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Adult Sunday Morning Faith Formation
10:00 a.m.
Room 7 in the Education Hallway
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Men's Tuesday Bible Study
Study of Job
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Email Richard Burgess for more information
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Thursday Morning Bible Study
The Gospels
All are Welcome
After a short break,
this class will resume on May 25
The class is an informal discussion of the Gospels. We are currently studying the Gospel of Matthew. Pr. Dale Sillik leads the discussion each Thursday at 10:00 a.m. in room #7. When time permits, Pastor Brad joins the group, so two Pastors for the price of one. All are welcome. We hope to see you there
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Ministry Opportunity
Gwinnett Pride Festival
June is national pride month. Christ the Lord Lutheran Church will have a table at this year's Gwinnett Pride event on June 10 at Thrasher Park in Norcross. We are seeking volunteers to participate.
Volunteers will be present at our table to engage with attendees at the event to share the love of God, what being Lutheran means, and our welcoming congregation.
The event is from 12:00-5:00 and we will split it into two shifts (unless someone wants to stay the whole time), from 12:00-2:30 and 2:30-5:00. We need about 5 people for each shift.
If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, please email Lori Leberman here Thank you!
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Join the Care Team
The Care Team is being rebuilt. This group of servants will be on call to provide meals, send cards, provide rides or sit with folks experiencing hardship. They will also help to stay connected with members who are unable to attend services in person. If you have served in the past or if you would like to join the team, please email Lori Leberman, Outreach Ministry Chairperson.
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PADV Workday Rescheduled
The May 16 boutique organizational project for the domestic violence shelter is being rescheduled. We hope to have a new date soon. Volunteers will be asked to execute a confidentiality agreement ahead of time. If you want to be on the volunteer team and be contacted as soon as a new date is set, please email Lori Leberman here.
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We support the Lawrenceville
Co-Op Food Bank
The Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry is a Christian organization providing food assistance for people in need in Lawrenceville and Dacula.
Most Needed Food Items
Green Beans, Corn
Mixed Vegetables, Oatmeal
Jelly, Canned Pasta, Macaroni, and Cheese
Pasta sauce, Laundry detergent
Shampoo
Visit the Co-Op Website (here) to learn all the ways to volunteer
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Make Christ the Lord Your Church Home
We would love for you and your family to become an active part of our congregation. If you have been visiting for some time and feel comfortable with joining, why not make it official? The process is easy. Simply complete a one-page membership form with your family profile (name, address. etc.) to be entered into the church database. Jenny Lanning, our Director of New Member Ministry, has the necessary forms at the welcome podium in the narthex. She would be happy to assist you.
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Spring Play - The Mousetrap
May 19 and 20
High School Senior Blessing
May 21 at the 11:00 service
9:45 Breakfast for HS Seniors and their families
Ladies Night Out
May 23
Confirmation Service
May 28 during the 9:00 service
*reception immediately after service
Vacation Bible School
June 5 - 9
AFFIRM Youth Camp
June 11 - 16
Preteen Servant Camp
June 19 - 23
Teen Servant Camp
July 10 - 14
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Google Calendar
Keep up to date on all the events and activities happening at Christ the Lord. Access the google calendar on our website by clicking on the icon on the left side of this article.
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Visitors, Want to Know More
About Our Congregation?
It’s easy…
Worship with us on Sunday mornings
Attend a monthly Meet the Pastor gathering
(generally held the 1st Sunday of the month at 10:00 a.m.)
The Next Session is this coming Sunday, May 14.
Visit the CTL website (www.ctllutheran.org)
Visit the Welcome Center for info on faith & ministries
Speak with Jenny Lanning, Director of New Member Ministries
Attend a Sunday morning or weekday Bible Study
Check out a book from the Church Library
Have a cup of Coffee & check out the Narthex Displays
Watch the PowerPoint presentation in the Narthex
Sign up to receive our e-newsletter
All Are Welcome!
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In Our Prayers
We continue to pray for these friends to feel God's presence during
their challenging times: You may submit prayers below:
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Donna Anderson
Carole Baldwin
Donna Byron
Kenny Clark
Jeff Dahlin
Charles Dispain
Mark Edwards
Jerry Ferguson
Jim Greene
Jon Lewis
Dottie Mack
Rozinka Family
Janet Schuman
Darlene Swaim
Jean Todd
Mariana Valcheva
LaVonne VanDeWalle
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You may mail checks to 1001 Duluth Highway, Lawrenceville, Ga 30043 |
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Set-up electronic funds transfer by emailing our Treasurer, Brandon Witt
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Reminder: No one on staff will ever contact you one-on-one through email or text for help with any ministry needs.... Be alert and vigilant to scammers' attempts to take advantage of our kind nature. We have had some reports of suspicious text. If you ever have questions we encourage you to call the church office.
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Christ the Lord Lutheran Church
1001 Duluth Highway, Lawrenceville, Ga 30043
770-963-4499 ctllutheran.org
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