Items of Interest for 2008
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Dear Friends, If these walls
could talk, oh, the stories they could tell! People have been blessed through
the ministry of Christ Lutheran Church at 780 Ashbury Avenue. For sixty years, God has blessed us to
be a blessing to others. It is good to celebrate and give thanks to God for
all the people who have faithfully lived out their calling in this place and
the places where they are sent. In our
celebrating, we will reflect on our past, rejoice in the present moment, and
move into the future knowing that God will continue to open opportunities for
ministry. We also want to continue be good stewards of this place where
people have gathered to worship for 60 years. It is our hope to accomplish
the following projects that will enhance our worship life and expand our
outreach opportunities.
Project One –
Narthex improvement project, first suggested by Mildred Bradfield, Charter
Member, to honor those who first dedicated the church. At that time the small
“Lamb” stain glass window above the door of the church was of
special significance. This project will restore the original ceiling and
expose this historic window.
Project Two – To further honor the original entrance to the
church and the All Saints Stain Glass window, the area in the front of the
church will have new landscaping and a new church sign.
Project Three –
Chancel improvements will enhance worship by lowering the platform for easier
accessibility for all; placing the new, moveable altar closer to the
community; offer kneeling at a removable rail as a posture for prayers and
communion; and offer an intimate worship setting for small groups through a
riser design, which can also serve as choir seating.
Project Four – Making plans for better lighting and sound
equipment for the sanctuary.
Project Five –
Christ Lutheran continues in our commitment to mission outside our walls: The
Quilt Project of Lutheran World Relief provides opportunities for us to give
generously in tangible ways to people in need throughout the world. If you would like
to join us in making our 60th Anniversary Projects a reality, a
gift of any size would be greatly appreciated. Checks may be made out to
Christ Lutheran Church-noted 60th Anniversary Projects. You are a part of our history. Your presence and
your gifts to our community have blessed us in many ways through the years.
We do want you to be a part of our celebration. The following activities are
being planned to celebrate these 60 years of living God’s grace:
Hoping you can
join us for this important celebration! Sincerely in
Christ, Pastor Sharon D.
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God calls us to live and share the amazing love and grace of Jesus Christ with all people.