The Weekly Visitor
PacificHillsLutheranChurch
1110 South 90th Street, Omaha, Nebraska68124 402-391-9625
December 22, 2013
Eight of our campus ministry students, and I will be heading to Camp Restore in New Orleans for their annual service/mission trip on December 28, 2013, and returning on January 4, 2014. We are going at this time because of our current batch of student leaders are from multiple campuses in the Omaha area, and this was the one break from school that they all had in common. As we travel, we would request the prayers of the congregation for safety and many opportunities to serve.
CampRestore tells us that the victims of Katrina, who are the poorest of the poor, are in continuing need of help with finances for building materials. The Board of Elders has requested that the congregation take up an offering on Sunday, December 22, 2013 to help with these costs. We are asking that you prayerfully consider this giving opportunity. Thank you.
(The offering will be received as you exit the sanctuary at the end of the service.)
Blessings,
Don L. Bader, “Living H2O” Lutheran Campus Ministry Coordinator
Pacific Hills Events
In the wake of Pr Moorhead’s announced intention to request a release from his call, effective June 30, 2014, the Elders and Directors have scheduled a special meeting of the congregation to consider Pr Moorhead’s request. The meeting will be held on Sunday, January 19, after the second service. Nebraska District President Russell Sommerfeld will attend the meeting. Pr Moorhead’s request will be the sole agenda item. Other details concerning the meeting (specific start time, meal, etc.) will be appropriately communicated to all at a later date. For now, please save the date. Thanks, and blessings!!
This Week at Pacific Hills, December 22 through December 28.
Sunday8:00 amEucharist
9:15 amChoir Rehearsal
9:15 amEducation Hour
10:30 amEucharist
4:00 pmSunday School Christmas Program
5:00 pmYouth Advent Party
Monday, December 23Pastor Moorhead’s Day Off
Tuesday9:30 amAlanon (2nd Floor)
Noon Church Office Closes
5:00 pm Worship
10:30 pmEucharist
WednesdayChristmas Day
10:30 amEucharist
Church Office Closed
Merry Christmas
ThursdayChurch Office Closed
7:00 pmGamblers (Acker Hall)
FridayPastor Schneider’s Day Off
7:30 pmOmaha Philatelic Society (Acker Hall)
Sunday8:00 amEucharist
9:15 amChoir Rehearsal
9:15 amEducation Hour
10:30 amEucharist
My family and I would like to thank all of you for your heartfelt support during Ron’s illness and upon his death. Your many kindnesses, expressions of sympathy and, especially, your prayers have helped us through a very difficult time. Pacific Hills held a special place in Ron’s heart. Thank you for surrounding him and me with your love. May God bless you during this special season and in the coming year. Kristy Stave
The 2014 Flower Chart has been placed on the bulletin board in the coatroom. Please sign up early as sponsor or special occasion.
Warm Winter Woolies Wanted (And Needed)! Social Ministry Committee is now collecting hats, mittens, gloves, scarves, warm under-clothing, and socks for all ages of people in area shelters. Please place the donations in the bin in the narthex. Thank you cheerful Givers!
Lamb of God Preschool is participating in the Hy-Vee "Cash for Students" program. Save your Hy-Vee receipts between September 1 and December 31 and turn in your receipts to the specially marked envelope outside the preschool director's office.Hy-Vee donates $1 for every $200 of receipts collected.That's all there is to it: buy groceries and gas at Hy-Vee, turn in the receipts, and Lamb of God Preschool reaps the rewards. Thanks for your support of YOUR Lamb of God Preschool! If you have any questions, please contact Kay Storck (402-391-2288).
For any mother who wants to feed her infant, in the library there is a rocking chair and screen for you to use.
PARISH NURSE NOTES
The upcoming holidays for many are filled with joy and celebration but for some are reminders of grief, loneliness and loss. You are not alone. Several faith communities in the Omaha area offer services designed for those who have experienced loss and may be struggling this season.
- Annual Service of Remembering:Sunday, December 22, 3:30pm, in the Chapel at King of KingsChurch, 11615 “I” St in Omaha. A worship service with the opportunity to thank God for those who have passed on, and grieve alongside others who have also lost loved ones. Fellowship following the service.Call 402-333-6464 for more information.
Readings for Sunday, December 29: Isaiah 63:7-14; Psalm 111; Galatians 4:4-7; Matthew 2:13-23
Events of Other Congregations and Agencies
BethanyLutheranChurch will be celebrating its 75th Anniversary in 2014. Events are scheduled for January 19 and June 29. Please save the dates/mark your calendars, etc. Details of these events will be sent out as they are confirmed.
Prayer List, December 22 2013
(Family and friends: Please call the church office to add/remove names below.)
PHLC Members:
Evelyn Purdy, Donna Lee, Geraldine Rueter,Elinor Wehner, Judy Webster, Lois Eggers,
Ruth Northwall, Leon Siedlyk,Alfred Simonsen,Marilyn Walker, Philip Chawech,Sara Young,
Norma Skaug, Grady Chastain, Les Anderson,Steve Scarpello, Esther Handschuh,Joan Tanner,
Kay Barjenbruch,Chris Stastny, Louise Stevens, Linda Boehnke, Jeannine Fulner, Zachary Thurston, Marilyn Wegehaupt, Stephanie Kelly, Norma Payne, Dan Bredfeldt, Mike Lessmann, Mike Horton
Friends and Relatives:
Gavin Webster (grandson of Larry and Judy Webster)
Lora Salem (daughter of Ron Stave)
Elizabeth Grindle (mother of Dennis Grindle)
Margaret Mooney (aunt of Dennis Grindle)
Joan andLawrence Jacobson (Bladts)
Tom Krengel (brother of Barbara Fremder)
Marlin Petersen (brother of Donna Nelson)
Corrine Ritterbush
Celeste Von Feldt (mother of Raeann Zorko)
Mary Oleridge (sister of Mark Stastny)
Rick Jones (cousin of Dennis Grindle)
Corianna (friend of Barbara Fremder)
Jo Anna Perkins (friend of Dennis Grindle)
Annette Powell (niece of Marge Anderson)
Susan Northwall-Calusic (daughter of John and Ruth Northwall)
Colton Prince (friends of the Vierreggers)
Mallory Bell (friend of Barbara Fremder)
Corlee Bosch
Aidan Morrissey (grandson of Carla and Mike Horton)
Nyakuak Chuol (wife of James Gatluak)
Tom Horton (brother of Mike Horton)
Eunice Bird (friend of Helen Glanzer and Kae Stille)
Kerin Kresha (sister of Kristen Karl)
Reyna Jamis (aunt and godmother of Julissa and Anissa Nesler)
Paul Hebert (friend of Joan & Randy Workman)
Cheryl Leesley (sister of Linda Boehnke)
Don Bader, Sr. (father of Don Bader)
Carl Mumma (brother of John Mumma)
Norm Elvig (friend of Mike Horton)
Hazel Thies (mother of Gary Thies)
John Dale (father of Esther Scarpello)
Cynthia Mertz (sister-in-law of Dorothy Kiihne)
Sandy Bottrell (cousin of Barbara Fremder)
Cindy Kuntz & Family (ConcordiaAcademy Teacher)
Leslie Joy (friend of Jill Vierregger)
Jennifer Haar
Janet Souts (friend of Barbara Nelson)
Kate Rieke (aunt of Randy Workman)
Mark Pettit (friend of Workmans)
Erlene Horton (mother of Mike Horton)
Special Intercessions:
Those who travel and those who protect us
All who lead us politically and ecclesiastically
Missions/Missionaries of the Church
Our Campus Ministry program
Ministry of Concordia Lutheran Schools of Omaha
ConcordiaUniversity, Seward
Our Lamb of God Preschool
All Lutheran Schools
Mentally ill, their caregivers, and PHLC Care Ministries
The ill, hospitalized, dying, and grieving
Health and protection of all children, including the unborn
Unemployed/financial difficulties
End to terrorism and for justice and peace among all nations
The incarcerated
The men and women who serve in our military and their families:
Scott Bender, Steve Brick, Matt Cole, Ricky Cole, Paul Friday, Braden Hestermann, Aaron Isaacson, Austin Jackson, Nathan Kander, Philip Kander, Todd Mitchell, Martin Petersen, William Schlote, Jason Wollberg
In Care Facilities:
Lois Eggers,Esther Handschuh, Lenore Haynes, Erleen Horton, Karen Larson, Arlo Paeper,Norma Payne, Norma Skaug, Louise Stevens, Agnes Stuckenschmidt,Elinor Wehner, Dena Zak
Anniversaries
Hans & Betty Rath 12/22
Lei & Xianghong Fan12/25
Birthdays
Collin Bowling12/22
Dan Swan12/22
Arlo Paeper12/22
Luke Northwall12/24
Jerry Sayre12/24
Dwane Werblow12/27
Dennis Grindle12/28
Addison Wacheldorf12/28