Hoosiers of all faiths will gather at noon on Saturday, March 5, to celebrate God’s creation and issue a call to reduce energy use in our homes and congregations.
You are invited to join Lutherans and other people of faith on Saturday March 5 (Noon – 3:10 p.m.) at First Baptist Church, 8600 N. College Ave., Indianapolis, for the first statewide gathering of Indiana clergy and lay people committed to acting as more responsible stewards of God’s Earth. This event will launch Hoosier Interfaith Power and Light (H-IPL). Pastor McKee represents the Indiana-Kentucky Synod on the H-IPL Board of Directors.
The program will include:
• an interfaith worship service
• choral music celebrating the beauty and wonder of creation (all singers are invited to participate)
• presentations on three programs that equip congregations to inspire and enable their members to significantly reduce energy use
• breakout sessions for clergy and lay leaders interested in beginning faith-based energy conservation initiatives in their communities and denominations
To register, go to www.HoosierIPL.org or call the church office (332-5252). Those interested in joining the choir are asked to indicate this on the registration form and arrive by 11 a.m. to practice.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Websites to Help our Light Grow
During this winter season which we refer to as the season of growing light, I have found many websites useful in keeping my internal flame going and growing. I thought I would share them here for others, in case you might find some useful too. Some are Lutheran and others are ecumenical. Enjoy and may your light glow and grow!
Lutheran:
A blog of blogs and videos produced by the ELCA:
http://www.livinglutheran.com
A blog of top Lutheran blogs:
http://theologydegreesonline.com/the-top-50-lutheran-blogs
A website targeted for young adult women:
http://www.elca.org/Growing-In-Faith/Ministry/Women-of-the-ELCA/Cafe-Stirring-the-Spirit-Within.aspx
Ecumenical:
By the authors of Spiritual Literacy, a site packed with tons of prayers, music, video and more:
http://www.spiritualityandpractice.com
Another site packed with prayers, art, music, meditation and more:
http://www.explorefaith.org/Index.php
A site that focuses on cultivating an attitude of gratitude. Look for the light a candle link on the side:
http://www.gratefulness.org/index.htm
A site developed by and for female clergy who share prayers with each other:
http://revgalprayerpals.blogspot.com/search?updated-min=2011-01-01T00%3A00%3A00-05%3A00&updated-max=2012-01-01T00%3A00%3A00-05%3A00&max-results=10
Downloadable audio prayers for MP3 players or on your computer:
http://www.pray-as-you-go.org
Links to different types of prayers:
http://slu.edu/prayerbook/find-a-prayer
Daily meditation/prayer from Ireland:
http://sacredspace.ie
Lutheran:
A blog of blogs and videos produced by the ELCA:
http://www.livinglutheran.com
A blog of top Lutheran blogs:
http://theologydegreesonline.com/the-top-50-lutheran-blogs
A website targeted for young adult women:
http://www.elca.org/Growing-In-Faith/Ministry/Women-of-the-ELCA/Cafe-Stirring-the-Spirit-Within.aspx
Ecumenical:
By the authors of Spiritual Literacy, a site packed with tons of prayers, music, video and more:
http://www.spiritualityandpractice.com
Another site packed with prayers, art, music, meditation and more:
http://www.explorefaith.org/Index.php
A site that focuses on cultivating an attitude of gratitude. Look for the light a candle link on the side:
http://www.gratefulness.org/index.htm
A site developed by and for female clergy who share prayers with each other:
http://revgalprayerpals.blogspot.com/search?updated-min=2011-01-01T00%3A00%3A00-05%3A00&updated-max=2012-01-01T00%3A00%3A00-05%3A00&max-results=10
Downloadable audio prayers for MP3 players or on your computer:
http://www.pray-as-you-go.org
Links to different types of prayers:
http://slu.edu/prayerbook/find-a-prayer
Daily meditation/prayer from Ireland:
http://sacredspace.ie
Thursday, February 3, 2011
February Prayers Near and Far
Living God,
Be with those without electricity and warmth,
Help others reach out in community,
To help keep them safe and warm.
Be with those providing care and support;
Wrap all involved in your love and light.
Amen.
God of All People,
Shine your light and wisdom on Egypt,
Comfort those who have lost loved ones,
Guide all parties to seek peaceful solutions,
Quicken the process to preserve lives and provide stability,
For the people in the region and the world.
Amen.
by Shari Rogge-Fidler
Be with those without electricity and warmth,
Help others reach out in community,
To help keep them safe and warm.
Be with those providing care and support;
Wrap all involved in your love and light.
Amen.
God of All People,
Shine your light and wisdom on Egypt,
Comfort those who have lost loved ones,
Guide all parties to seek peaceful solutions,
Quicken the process to preserve lives and provide stability,
For the people in the region and the world.
Amen.
by Shari Rogge-Fidler
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Native American Indian Event at St. Thomas
Come join us on Sunday, February 20 for a very special event at church after the second service! We will gather for lunch and to watch the video, "Native Nations: Standing Together for Civil Rights." Liz Gaskins will be hosting this event with the support of the Mission Committee. The Mission Committee is hoping that we can learn more about Native American Indians together during this and some potential future events. Please bring a brown bag lunch and/or some food to share - Liz will be bringing some of her very own special native dishes from her tribe to share with us!
Native Nations: Standing Together for Civil Rights
Native Nations, hosted by Peter Coyote, chronicles the American Indians’ struggle for civil rights, and the creation of the National Indian Lutheran Board to raise funds and awareness for that struggle. From the controversy surrounding the 1862 trial when 38 Dakota Sioux were executed in the largest single-day mass hanging in United States history, to the confrontation of the 1960s when many Indian tribes joined together to speak out with a unified voice, Native Nations tells the story of standing together for sovereignty, justice and civil rights. ~ summary from ELCA website
Native Nations: Standing Together for Civil Rights
Native Nations, hosted by Peter Coyote, chronicles the American Indians’ struggle for civil rights, and the creation of the National Indian Lutheran Board to raise funds and awareness for that struggle. From the controversy surrounding the 1862 trial when 38 Dakota Sioux were executed in the largest single-day mass hanging in United States history, to the confrontation of the 1960s when many Indian tribes joined together to speak out with a unified voice, Native Nations tells the story of standing together for sovereignty, justice and civil rights. ~ summary from ELCA website
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Mission Media Series: Book Chat this Wednesday, January 26
Come join us on Wednesday, January 26 at Carol Seaman's condo to reflect on the book and issues surrounding, "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind." This is about a boy in Malawi who invented a windmill and the ripple effects that occurred. As the book cover says, "It will inspire anyone who doubts the power of one individual's ability to change his community and better the lives of those around him."
Please join us even if you didn't get a chance to read the book. If you want, you can watch a short video online about the book and/or visit the website at www.movingwindmills.com. You can meet at church at 6:30 pm if you would like help finding the way to her condo or to car pool. Otherwise, there is enough parking there if you would like to go directly to 3820 E. Cobblecreek, (complex called Stella Ridge) just off Smith Road south of the church close to Moore's Pike. We will begin at about 6:45 and go until about 8:15 pm. We look forward to seeing you there for a time of reflection, discussion and fellowship!
Please join us even if you didn't get a chance to read the book. If you want, you can watch a short video online about the book and/or visit the website at www.movingwindmills.com. You can meet at church at 6:30 pm if you would like help finding the way to her condo or to car pool. Otherwise, there is enough parking there if you would like to go directly to 3820 E. Cobblecreek, (complex called Stella Ridge) just off Smith Road south of the church close to Moore's Pike. We will begin at about 6:45 and go until about 8:15 pm. We look forward to seeing you there for a time of reflection, discussion and fellowship!
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
ELCA and Haiti: Generosity and Need
CHICAGO (ELCA) --The ELCA continues to be engaged in Haiti, concentrating its efforts on a multiyear rebuild-
ing effort one year after a devastating earthquake. Efforts include meeting human needs by providing food, wa-
ter, temporary shelter and medical supplies while focusing on longer-term efforts such as responding to housing
needs, and providing educational and income-generating opportunities.
Members of the ELCA gave more than $12.6 million for relief and recovery in Haiti after the earthquake and
about $4.2 million has been spent for work in Haiti and for Haitians who were sent to the United States for medi-
cal care.
On January 12, 2010, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake hit the island in the south-central part of the country near
Port-au-Prince. The quake resulted in the deaths of nearly 250,000 people, injured 300,000 people and resulted
in more than 1.5 million displaced people, most of whom are still living in camps.
The ELCA provided relief through the Lutheran Church in Haiti; The Lutheran World Federation-Haiti; the
ACT Alliance, Geneva; Church World Service, New York; and Lutheran World Relief, Baltimore. Funds provided
health kits, mosquito nets, blankets, tents, tarps, quilts, clean water systems and sanitation equipment. Truck con-
voys brought in medical supplies during the fi rst few weeks after the disaster.
The challenges ahead are monumental. “Giving for work in Haiti has been generous, and every penny given
will be used for the response,” said the Rev. Daniel Rift, director of the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. Information
about the ELCA’s response to the disaster is at www.ELCA.org/Our-Faith-In-Action/Responding-to-the-World/
~from IK Synod February newsletter
Please continue to keep the people of Haiti and those working for and beside them in your prayers.
ing effort one year after a devastating earthquake. Efforts include meeting human needs by providing food, wa-
ter, temporary shelter and medical supplies while focusing on longer-term efforts such as responding to housing
needs, and providing educational and income-generating opportunities.
Members of the ELCA gave more than $12.6 million for relief and recovery in Haiti after the earthquake and
about $4.2 million has been spent for work in Haiti and for Haitians who were sent to the United States for medi-
cal care.
On January 12, 2010, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake hit the island in the south-central part of the country near
Port-au-Prince. The quake resulted in the deaths of nearly 250,000 people, injured 300,000 people and resulted
in more than 1.5 million displaced people, most of whom are still living in camps.
The ELCA provided relief through the Lutheran Church in Haiti; The Lutheran World Federation-Haiti; the
ACT Alliance, Geneva; Church World Service, New York; and Lutheran World Relief, Baltimore. Funds provided
health kits, mosquito nets, blankets, tents, tarps, quilts, clean water systems and sanitation equipment. Truck con-
voys brought in medical supplies during the fi rst few weeks after the disaster.
The challenges ahead are monumental. “Giving for work in Haiti has been generous, and every penny given
will be used for the response,” said the Rev. Daniel Rift, director of the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. Information
about the ELCA’s response to the disaster is at www.ELCA.org/Our-Faith-In-Action/Responding-to-the-World/
~from IK Synod February newsletter
Please continue to keep the people of Haiti and those working for and beside them in your prayers.
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Mission Media Series: January Book Discussion
Carol has invited us to join her in reading and discussing a book she loves called, "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" by William Kakwamba (aka the boy) and Bryan Mealer. This is a great way to start the new year with the subtitle of "Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope."
Carol suggests we meet at church at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, January 26 and car pool to her house since there is limited parking near her home. The gathering will go roughly from 6:45 pm until 8:15 pm. Please see the weekly bulletin for more information and her email address or check the church directory to contact her.
The first link below describes the boy from Malawi and his amazing story, then the second link is to the book itself.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8257153.stm
http://www.amazon.com/Boy-Who-Harnessed-Wind-Electricity/dp/0061730327
We hope to see you there!
Carol suggests we meet at church at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, January 26 and car pool to her house since there is limited parking near her home. The gathering will go roughly from 6:45 pm until 8:15 pm. Please see the weekly bulletin for more information and her email address or check the church directory to contact her.
The first link below describes the boy from Malawi and his amazing story, then the second link is to the book itself.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8257153.stm
http://www.amazon.com/Boy-Who-Harnessed-Wind-Electricity/dp/0061730327
We hope to see you there!
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