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June 2018

Our Vision: To forever change lives through the Gospel of Jesus by becoming an equipping, empowering, and mobilizing church in our community that displays the love of Christ and connects with people of all walks of life through worship, communion, service, fellowship, and compassion, led by the Holy Spirit and focused on the Great Commission (Mt 28.18-20).

Table of Contents

Mission Page Worship 7 Growth & Learning 9 Care & Nurture 19 Outreach & In Touch 21 Operations 25 Vision Statement 27

Our Mission To help people grow a faith in Jesus Christ that works in real life.

Our Vision To forever change lives through the Gospel of Jesus by becoming an equipping, empowering, and mobilizing church in our community that displays the love of Christ and connects with people of all walks of life through worship, communion, service, fellowship, and compassion, led by the Holy Spirit and focused on the Great Com- mission (Mt 28.18-20).

Our Values for Ministry 1) To lift high in prayer the name of Jesus Christ in all we say and do; 2) To enable all persons to experience a worshipful relationship with Jesus Christ; 3) To nurture and empower all persons to be disciples through a small group centered ministry that includes learning, service, fellowship, and spiritual growth; 4) To help every Christian discover her/his spiritual gifts for ministry; 5) To assist in the care of a hurting world.

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CONGREGATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sun., June 3 – Graduate Recognition Sunday Sun., June 10 – Noisy Offering for Riley Hospital 10:15— Mental Health Ministry Meeting (Narthex) 10:00 — Couples Mission Retreat (Library) VBS – Monday, June 11 – Friday, June 15 Sun., June 17 – Father’s Day Sun., June 24 – National Youth Gathering Sending

SAVE THE DATES Sun., July 8 — CIA Mission Trip Sending Sat., July 14 — ***Rock N Praise Block Party*** Sun., July 15 — Austin French Sun., July 22 — National Youth Gathering Presentation Sun., July 29 — CIA Mission Trip Presentation Sun., August 5 — Backpack Blessings Sun., August 19 — 9am-12pm — Day of Outreach Comedian/Musician Tony Wolf (time still to be determined)

The Messenger June 2018 3 Getting to Know You Meme and I have shared wonderful occasions with families from Messi- ah. Laughter and smiles have dominated these gatherings. It has been a joy “getting to know” these families and we look forward to the opportunity for more of these occasions. I have also shared some lunch experiences with people at their jobs which I will report in July’s Messenger. Call the office and let Karla get you on the schedule! Here’s a quick recap of our recent dinner experiences.

Eric & Pam Easterday • Ate at Salvatori’s on March 3, 2018 • Daughter-in-Law is Pam Easterday, too (two)! Son is Patrick. • Cory Dold’s in-laws, Erica’s parents • Grandchildren – Lainey, Noah, Hunter, Aiden (and another grandson in the oven from Erica!) • Love Florida, go to the same vacation spot for years • Enjoy camping

Grace Reed: • Ate at The Factory on March 10, 2018 • Showed us several family photos and heir- looms • Son, John, and family, in California • Has lived in her current residence for over 50 years! • Loves her church and church family • Thankful for Dave and Jaci Beard and others for helping with transportation

4 June 2018 The Messenger The Van WynGardens • Don and Karen, with son Steve and daughter-in- law Kacey • Ate at their home on April 14, 2018 • Don & Karen met in Chicago, neat story! • Enjoy traveling to Hilton Head, tennis, and playing games with family • We played “Sequence” with males vs. females, and the females won! Meme and I have since pur- chased the game. • Don has served on Council and Finance; Karen has taught Sunday School and participates in Bible studies.

Barb and Rich Franklin • Ate at their home on May 5, 2018 • Rich smoked a pot roast on the grill and made homemade cheesecake • Two sons: Tony (Samantha), in Seymour, and Jeff, in Lafayette. • Nancy J. Berry is Barb’s mom. • They love visiting their sons when their sons’ schedules permit • Looking forward to downsizing • Rich participates in Hand Bells (started with sons’ participation even though he didn’t know how to read sheet music at first). Barb has led small groups. Both Rich and Barb have helped in the sound booth

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Summer Worship

Summer is here, but that doesn’t mean that the church is on vacation. We are still busy doing God’s work, and every week brings new adventures. Here is a preview of what is happening in worship during this month.

June 3 — Recognition of graduates. Kayla Reidenbach, one of our youth, will be preaching. June 10 — Riley Hospital Sunday. Ann and Justin Verba will share with us some of God’s healing work at Riley Children’s Hospital. June 17 — Fathers Day, with recognition of the roles that men play in God’s work here on earth. June 24 — Sending and blessing of our youth and adults who will be attending the Youth Gathering in Houston that week. By the way. . .Sanctuary Choir mid-week rehearsals are over for the season, but we will still be singing until the end of June. If you would like to sing with us, join us on Sunday mornings at 8:15 to learn the anthem that we will be singing during the first service that day. All are welcome!

Soli Deo gloria! Glory be to God alone! For Messiah’s ministry of worship and music,

Stan Engle

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Rock n Praise Our next Rock N’ Praise service coincides with our 2018 Block Party. Our bands will include Isaiah’s Vision, Amanda Baugh Band, and national recording artist, Austin French. In addition, Austin French will lead us in worship on Sunday, July 15th. Please plan on joining us for the Rock N’ Praise Block Party, July 14th, 4-8 PM.

June 2018 Sunday Servers June 3 Acolytes 8:45 Sally Kissner; 11:15 Nursery Asst. 8:45 11:15 Assisting Minister Bill Marker Communion Asst. 8:45 Beth Crilly, Cory Dold 11:15 Deb Bruick, Kathy Johnsonbaugh, Richelle Rush Fellowship Host Prayerful and Loving Sisters (PALS) Lectors 8:45 Cindy Riebersal; 11:15 Aaron Diers Tellers Roger & Heidi Griebel, Vivian Lemmon Ushers 8:45 Denny & Kathy Ruprecht; 11:15 Dave Beard, Justin Beard Altar Flowers John & Donna Howard

June 10 Acolytes 8:45 11:15 Emma Gernhardt Nursery Asst. 8:45 11:15 Assisting Minister Garry Pook Communion Asst. 8:45 Dick Ellison, Craig Hooker 11:15 Kent & Janet Hartman, Michelle Miller Fellowship Host PALS Lectors 8:45 Jan Johnson; 11:15 Jeff Gernhardt Tellers Frank & Lisa Feichter, Judy Klemm, Cali Edwards, Emily Keltner Ushers 8:45 Denny & Kathy Ruprecht; 11:15 Dave Beard, Justin Beard Altar Flowers Don Wiesenberg

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June 17 Acolytes 8:45 11:15 Mason Crum Nursery Asst. 8:45 11:15 Dominic Crum Assisting Minister Garry Pook Communion Asst. 8:45 Kristy Huffine, Jan Johnson 11:15 Karen Pannkuk, Bobbi Pearce, Richelle Rush Fellowship Host PALS Lectors 8:45 Joe Kinder; 11:15 Marlie Gernhardt Tellers Debbie Branfield, Cindy Wortman, Ann Verba Ushers 8:45 Denny & Kathy Ruprecht; 11:15 Dave Beard, Justin Beard Altar Flowers Nancy A. Berry

June 24 Acolytes 8:45 Sally Kissner; 11:15 Nursery Asst. 8:45 11:15 Assisting Minister Garry Pook Communion Asst. 8:45 Sofia Gonzalez, Kim Murphy 11:15 Deb Bruick, Garry & Jean Pook Fellowship Host PALS Lectors 8:45 Kristy Huffine; 11:15 Michelle Miller Tellers Frank Feichter, Barb Franklin, Warren Harris Ushers 8:45 Denny & Kathy Ruprecht; 11:15 Dave Beard, Justin Beard Altar Flowers Kelli Bergan

8 June 2018 The Messenger GROWTH & LEARNING Getting to Know You

This is in place! I’ve have been able to “Get to Know” some people recently and it has been very exciting. There are two ways this is taking place. Either “Lunch with PT” or “Dinner with Meme & PT.” Here are some dates for both occasions:

Lunch w/PT Dinner w/Meme & PT 1. Tues, June 5-Fri, June 8 1. Sat, July 28 2. Wed, June 20-Fri, June 22 2. Sat, August 25 3. Sat, September 8

So, think about it. Please call Karla in the office (485-8716) to set a date for lunch or dinner according to the available dates. Looking forward to getting to know you! Peace, pt

New Members @ Messiah We highly anticipate welcoming new members into our worshipping community. At Mes- siah, we believe joining a worship community is a serious commitment to follow Jesus as well as to the community. If you have an interest, please keep reading below. What does it mean to join the Messiah worshipping community? 1. Attend worship on a “regular” basis as a sign of faith in Jesus. 2. Participate in the life of our worshipping community, i.e. Bible study, small groups, family and student ministries, outreach, etc., to live out our faith in Jesus. 3. Incorporate the generosity of time and gifts as a practice of living faithfully in Jesus. 4. Participate in the pursuit of our Mission and Vision as we help people grow a faith in Jesus Christ that works in real life.

Classes will be offered on in July and August (dates to still be determined), with installa- tion taking place on Sunday, August 26th, at the service of your preference. Please contact the office to register or ask additional questions.

The Messenger June 2018 9 GROWTH & LEARNING, cont. Journey and EDGE News Journey and EDGE are on break for the summer! Mark your calendars and join us on Sun- day, September 9, for Rally Sunday! Watch your July Messenger for more details. Have a great summer!

Bible Bucks The garage sale season is upon us! While you are out, please consider our Bible Bucks Market. The kids love movies, cars, toys, games…thank you!

Vacation Bible School Mark your calendars!!! Messiah’s Vacation Bible School will be held Monday, June 11- Friday, June 15, 9:00am-noon for ages 3 through 5th grade (Fall 2018). This summer will be ELECTRIFYINGLY fun! Join us as we get AMPED about why God wants each of us to be OVERLOAD- ED with CONFIDENCE! “I have come so that they may have life. I want them to have it in the fullest possible way.” John 10:10 Registration is open! Forms can be picked up in church office, preschool office, Welcome Center, Facebook and on our website! Contact Heidi at heidijok- [email protected] to volunteer, with any questions, or to register. Registration is $10 per child, $25 max per family. Cost includes t-shirt, cd, and a week full of fun, snacks and Christ-centered activities for your children. Check out our donation display! Please consider taking an item and donating it to our VBS to help offset the costs. We are planning for a big crowd this year as last year we had over 100 kids!! Donations are due Sunday, June 3, unless otherwise noted on your donation card. VBS Workdays: Saturday, June 2, 9:00am-noon; Saturday, June 9, 9:00am-noon; Sunday, June 10, 12:30-3:00p (lunch provided for volunteers). Please pray for all coordinators and volunteers as we begin this exciting and rewarding experience for Messiah and its community’s children.

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Rummage & Bake Sale Thank you to all those who volunteered (approx. 50), those that donated items, and those that shopped. We had a very successful sale, making around $3,500. The youth are blessed to have all of you support their mission trip to Houston, TX, this summer. Thanks - Fran Dager & Jaci Beard and. . . Thank you to Dave & Jaci Beard and Mike & Fran Dager who practically lived at the church for those few days!! We couldn’t do this without you!

LOMIK Summer Camp Schedule Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Indiana-Kentucky (LOMIK), and its 3 camps – Lutheran Hills, Lutherwald, and Lake Luther – provides summer camp opportunities where kids can grow a faith and gain new life experiences in a fun and safe environment with caring leaders. They provide camps for all ages from day camps to week long camps. Saturday, April 21, is the Spring Work Day at Lutherwald beginning at 9:00am. They provide everything – even lunch!! (And they have really good meals!) Get more information at www.lomik.org, or attend the Camp Open House on Saturday, June 9, from 1:00p-3:00p at each location.

Graduation Celebration Sunday, June 3 Come celebrate and support our students graduating from high school, college, grad school, and vocational school as we will be recognizing them at both services on Sunday, June 3. Kayla Reidenbach will be our special guest giving the Message!

ELCA Youth Gathering Sending Please join us at both services on June 24 as we have a special blessing in sending some of our PULSE students to the ELCA Youth Gathering. They will be leaving on June 26 and re- turning July 2. Special prayers of safety and open hearts to our traveling students: Char- lie Alderdice, Emilia Bergan, Adaline Smith, Audrey Smith, Lily Kissner, Arianna Williams, Collin Fletcher, Abbie Janes, Nyla Anderson, Jacob Crum, Noah Harris, Mariah James,

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Ethan Verba, Katelyn VanWyngarden, Gloria Jackson, Alex Alderdice, Katie Engle, Shakiya Collier, Trevor Woenkhaus and Savantrae Williams; and 3 fearless adults: Pastor Tim, Dave Beard and Lori Dunham.

Kenosha Mission Trip There will be a brief meeting for all going on the Kenosha mission trip on Sunday, June 24, in between services at 10:30a in the library.

Riley Sunday June 10 Please join us on Sunday, June 10, as we take a moment during the service to recognize Riley Children’s Hospital, as they have been an important part of many of our Messiah families throughout the years. Noisy Offering this Sunday will be donated to Riley.

CIA and PULSE Summer Schedule Mark your calendars! By popular youth request, CIA and PULSE will continue to meet with PT and your other youth leaders throughout the summer! CIA will meet on Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27 and July 25 from 6:00p-8:00p. We WILL NOT be having dinner so please feed your kids before they come. PULSE will meet on Sundays, June 3, 10, 17, 24, and July 15, 22, and 29.

Good News Study Group Schedule GNSG classes have resumed on Thursdays, 6:30 PM, in the Library. We are studying the letter to the Philippians. Here’s the upcoming schedule, with a tentative agenda: June 7 – Philippians 3 June 21—Philippians 4 June 14 – Philippians 4 June 28—summer break; resume 8/16

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Quest Bible Study The Quest groups meets on Tuesdays, 9:30 AM, in the Library. We are currently working on study about Mental Health. Here’s the upcoming schedule: June 5 – Mental Health June 12 – Mental Health June 19 – Mental Health June 26 – Summer Break; resume August 14

PALS (Prayerful and Loving Sisters) PALS is an opportunity for all women to enjoy Christian fellowship. There are Bible Stud- ies, Outreach/Service Activities, and Social Activities. Prayer cards done every month for those who are homebound or have ongoing prayer concerns. “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together…but let us encourage one another.” (Hebrews 10: 24-25) ***Please join us for any or all of the scheduled events and don't forget to invite a friend! Spouses and other family members are welcome to attend any of our outreach/service or social activities. Prayer Cards: Contact Karen Strange, 483-1824 or [email protected], to RSVP if you plan to attend or have any questions. June 3 - PALS Meeting and Prayer Cards in Library immediately following the 11:15 AM service. Please bring a dish to share. If you are unable to attend but would like us to send a card to someone, please send his or her name and address! Outreach/Service Activities: Contact Shirley Craven, 415-0429 or [email protected], if you would like to participate or have questions. June 3, 10, 17, and 24 – PALS is hosting Hospitality in Satre Hall for the month of June. Cookbooks will be available for purchase. If you are interested in assisting, please contact Shirley.

The Messenger June 2018 15 GROWTH & LEARNING, cont. Preschool/Childcare News “Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.” Another preschool year has come to an end already! This time of the year always seems so bittersweet for me and for my staff members. We have watched these children grow physically, spiritually, and academically. Some will return to us in the fall, but some are off to bigger and better things in Kindergarten. We love them all, and wish them a safe, fun summer. Our summer session is beginning, and the kiddos are excited about spending some time outside. Although it is summer, the learning never ends. We are looking forward to a fun time of learning and playing. Thank you to those who have continually contributed to the preschool and childcare, either with your time or with a financial contribution. We are so ap- preciative of the support for our ministry. Enjoy the sunshine and warm weather! God’s peace, Karen Haines, Preschool and Childcare Director

Preschool/Childcare June Needs Sunscreen 5 oz Paper Cups Baby Wipes Small Paper Plates Paper Bowls

16 June 2018 The Messenger CARE & NURTURE From The Parish Nurses... We are seeing God’s renewal through spring – leaves reappearing on trees, grass turning green again and beautiful explosion of different colors of flowers. It is also our chance at renewal. As we move into summer and more outdoor activity, it is the perfect time to work on improving our health habits. Eating better is easier with the increased availability of local fresh fruits and vegetables. You can increase your level of activity with outdoor walks and exercise. It is a perfect time to dust off the bike. Get outside and play catch, frisbee or hide and seek with your kids or grandkids. Stay hydrated with water. If you are inclined to flavored water, try flavoring your water bottle with a couple mashed berries or melon instead of sweetened drinks (sugar or artificial). Get out and enjoy the beautiful world of wonder that God has provided for us. By enjoy- ing the scenery and foods that are provided, we improve our health as well. Don’t forget the sunscreen as you enjoy the outdoors. See you outside. Your Parish Nurses

Messiah Quilters We will meet again on June 5 from 9-3 pm for an all day sewing session. We will talk and sew and eat (bring a snack to share) and sew some more in the community room at Mes- siah as we continue to finish and tie quilts for Lutheran World Relief. We would love to have you join us! Remember there are many non-sewing jobs also. Questions or more information, please contact [email protected] or 485-4100. Many hands make light work.

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I am thankful, loving Father,

1. For this beautiful day. Help me to use it to your glory. 20¢ 2. For making me worthy of your love and mercy, through Jesus Christ my Lord. 10¢ 3. For all the people who work to make this church a place where you are glorified. 25¢ 4. For the healing spirit of Jesus in our lives. Please heal and comfort those in need. 25¢ 5. For all the blessings you bestow on us. 10¢ 6. For peace around the world today, Lord. Help us strive to achieve this. 20¢ 7. That I know you and I pray for those who don’t. 5¢ 8. For giving me such a wonderful family of faith in Christ. 25¢ 9. For caregivers of disabled people. Grant them love and peace through Christ. 10¢ 10. For opening my eyes to see you in the unexpected events this day. 10¢ 11. For our ministry to our children this week in Vacation Bible School. 50¢ 12. For our graduating seniors. Help them to continue to use their education and talents for the glory of God. 25¢ 13. For the sun which helps plants to grow to feed us. 5¢ 14. For our flag that flies today reminding us of the liberties we enjoy in our land and God’s blessings on us as a nation. 10¢ 15. For the stars that show your magnitude. 5¢ 16. For being faithfully by my side through all things through Christ. 10¢ 17. For our earthly fathers and one true Father, God Almighty. 25¢ 18. For the light of God’s glory, Jesus Christ, which gives us hope for the future. 10¢ 19. For this growing season to appreciate the beauty of nature. We are thankful. 10¢ 20. As we journey through life, help us to continue to grow and learn of your love, through Jesus Christ. 5¢ 21. For the gift of prayer and I pray I use it wisely. 20¢ 22. For our children; that we love and nurture them in love for you. 10¢ 23. That you start me out with a clean slate each day. Help me to remember that when relating to others. 20¢ 24. For your acceptance of us and the love you give. 5¢ 25. That your words may continue to guide and inspire me. 10¢ 26. For the men and women in our armed forces throughout the world. Grant them love and pro- tection from harm. 25¢ 27. For the beauty around me. Help me to see God’s creation. 5¢ 28. For your holy book, the Bible. Help me to listen and hear the holy words. 10¢ 29. For making us your witnesses to everyone whom we minister. 20¢ 30. For challenging us to believe you can change everything, even when we don’t feel free. 25¢

** Please bring offering to church on June 24

18 June 2018 The Messenger OUTREACH & IN TOUCH Light of the Cross Food Bank Pantry Report Reporting April, 2018 Activity The LOTC Pantry provided 12,540 meals in April. Clients included 836 individuals resid- ing in 213 households of which 105 were classified as being “Female Head of Household.” Client families, 351 first time and 178 repeats, included 60 children age 5 or younger, 209 kids ages 6 to 17, 100 disabled individuals, 85 persons 60 and older, and 26 veterans. In serving clients in April, 24 volunteers donated 211 hours of their time. Resources in April included 232 pounds of food donated by partner churches, 1,250 pounds provided by the Associated Churches Food Bank Network, and the purchase of an additional 1,627 pounds of food at a cost of $256.46. TEFAP provided no assistance again in April. This month we recognize the Friday volunteers; Judy Baumgarter, Ruth Karrau, and Terry Bodine from Gethsemane, Bob Shaw from Faith, and Norma Driver-Wehrle from Messiah. These, and all of the LOTC volunteers, are truly appreciated. Thank you, one and all, for your dedication to serving others.

LOTC Pantry Operations to Close! The last day for the Pantry to be in operation is June 29, 2018. However, the Pantry will continue to serve client households during the month of June. Your continued support is very important. Most food items are in sufficient supply to meet June needs. Those items listed below are needed. Please continue to donate these items through your congregation so those in need can be served through June. Thank you so much for your support.

Food items needed for June Boxed Cereal Noodles Pasta and Pasta Sauce Boxed Macaroni and Cheese

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Rock ‘n Praise Summer Block Party Messiah Lutheran Church Fort Wayne would like to invite you and your family to the 2018 Rock ‘N Praise Summer Block Party on July 14th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, located on the northeast side of Fort Wayne at the corner of Stellhorn and Lahmeyer roads. This FREE family event is open for all ages and will include games, prizes, food vendors (Ziffles Zip N Go, Whip & Chill, Wicked Good Cupcakes, and Bandidos Mexican Restaurant will have food and snacks available for purchase) plus, live music presented by Isaiah's Vision, Amanda Baugh Band, and national recording artist Austin French. Thanks to our friends at Parkview Health, Grote Automotive, Thrivent, American Senior Communities, and STAR 88.3 for their generous support of this Three Rivers Festival affiliated event! Come join us for an awesome time that will bring our community together to enjoy a time of fellowship, fun, inspiration, and encouragement!

Couples Mission Retreat Attention all couples!!! Messiah is planning a Couples Mission Retreat for January of 2020! This adventure will give couples a chance to spend time with their significant other while focusing on strengthening their relationship alongside serving our Lord through mission work. We will be travelling to Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic and staying at a luxury resort on the beach! We are hoping to have Pastors Wade and Heather Apel lead the marriage retreat, and we will be working with Mission TwentyFive 35 (the same mis- sionaries the youth group worked with in the summer of 2017) to coordinate our social impact projects for the trip. Space is limited to only 20 couples, so signup early. If you are interested in learning more, please attend the informational meeting on Sunday, June 10th at 10:05am between services in the library. A light brunch will be provided at the meeting. Please contact Cory at [email protected] or (260) 485-8716 if you have any questions.

20 June 2018 The Messenger Messiah Outreach Day Please mark your calendars! We will be serving the community around Messiah Lutheran Church on August 19, 2018. We will also be assembling “Bags of Grace” and doing other projects at church. Please let Dave Beard, [email protected], know if you would be willing to lead a team.

You can WIN a 2017 Chevy Camaro Convertible! Summer is here, and Messiah has partnered with Grote Automotive to give away a 2017 Chevy Camaro at this year’s Rock 'n Praise Summer Block Party on July 14th. Raffle tickets are only $25.00, 3 for $50.00, or 7 for $100! Get you tickets NOW! This car raffle has the potential to raise a significant amount of money to help support the roof/building fund! We are asking that EVERY Messiah Family sells 15-20 raffle tickets. If we have 250 families sell just 20 tickets, we could raise over $100,000.00! We need your help to make this a success. If you can take the time to reach out to your friends, family, and coworkers this fundraiser alone could produce the funds needed to replace our roof. Visit www.messiahlc.com for official rules and ticket order forms!

Rock ‘n Praise Summer Block Party Volunteer Meeting Help Wanted! We need volunteers for this year’s Rock ‘n Praise Summer Block Party. Join us on Wednesday, June 6th at 6:30pm in the sanctuary to get ready for this awesome event! We have lots of exciting announcements to share and a long list of items to-do’s that need checked off before the big day. If you are willing to help, please join us.

Our Cup Runneth Over Campaign For Sale! We have Aluminum Tumblers ($20) and Coffee Mugs ($10) available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the Roof/Building Fund. See Cory Dold with questions or if you would like to purchase yours TODAY!

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Lutheran Night with the Fort Wayne Tincaps! Join us for Lutheran Night with the Fort Wayne Tincaps! The game will be Monday, Au- gust 6th at 7:05pm. Tickets are only $8.00 each. Ticket order forms can be found in the church office, on the welcome, center or at www.messiahlc.com. Please make reserva- tions by Monday July 2nd with checks payable to Messiah Lutheran Church.

Summertime Giving! Summertime is fun and the living is easy, but often the giving is not. Summer attendance and offering contributions often drop significantly in our congregation. This is because of vacation travel, lake life, sports schedules, and other activities that keep members away from worship. If you would like to make your giving easy and consistent this summer, please consider our electronic giving options. Many of our members are already using this simple and secure way to make and track their giving. If you would like to learn more, please contact Cory Dold in the church office or check out our website at www.messiahlc.com and click on the Giving Button!

Missionary News Missionary Kathleen Lutz spent most of the month of May traveling to Indiana, being reju- venated in the rural home of a friend and mourning with her family the recent death of her ninety-plus year old father in Auburn. His memorial service was May 20, and Kathleen returned to a huge city in Kenya on May 22 to continue her service to fellow Christians and others in the slums of that large city under the sponsorship of the World Mission Prayer League. Please pray that our God will continue to give her physical and spiritual strength as she has dedicated her life to carrying out His work in a faraway area of the world. If you are interested in providing financial assistance to Kathleen, please indicate such on a pew envelope.

22 June 2018 The Messenger Forever Young Canal Boat Tour on the Sweetbreeze. This is an overview tour of Ft. Wayne’s three rivers—St. Marys, St Joseph and Maumee—with river basics such as water quality, points of interest, and riverfront development. SDI is sponsoring free trips on 6-9-18; possible dates of either 6-14-18 at 5 PM or 6-23-18 at 6:30 PM with a cost of $30.00. Contact Sharon Clark at 637-6180 or [email protected] with any questions.

OPERATIONS

Staff Updates Stan Engle will be moving from a full-time to part-time role in his position as Messiah’s Traditional Worship Organist/Director. He will continue accompanying our traditional liturgical worship as well as directing the Choir and Hand Bells. Dave Beard has accepted the opportunity to serve as our Community Outreach Director. This is a volunteer position. Dave will work to lead Messiah’s outreach efforts in the community, including the Day of Outreach on Sunday, August 19th. Haley Matthias will be working in Messiah’s office this summer to provide additional ad- ministrative help as we update our church software. Part of her efforts will focus on devel- oping our volunteer data base for outreach ministry. Lastly, we will be looking to add some additional persons to Messiah’s staff, including a visitation pastor, contemporary worship leader, and a young adult ministry director. We will keep you informed as these efforts evolve.

Messenger Deadline Articles must be emailed to [email protected] by the 20th of the month or placed in the Editor Mailbox by the 3rd Saturday of the month for publication in the next newsletter.

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Church Staff Email Addresses Pastor Tim Graham: [email protected] Executive Administrator Cory Dold: [email protected] Director of Music Stan Engle: [email protected] Children, Youth, and Family Ministries Heidi Kissner: [email protected] Director, Outreach Ministry Dave Beard: [email protected] Director, Preschool and ChildCare Karen Haines: [email protected] Office Administrator Karla Myers: [email protected] Sexton Dave Mould: [email protected] Newsletter Editor: [email protected]

SPECIAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING RESULTS On Sunday, May 20, at our Special Congregational Meeting, the proposed amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws passed. What happens next: The proposed amendments will need to be ratified at the Annual Congregational Meeting in November. The nominating team will form a slate of candidates for the Board of Directors. The Board will be elected at the Annual Congregation in November and begin leader- ship in January 2019. The current Congregational Council will fulfill its term through December 2018. In the meantime, they will work on establishing the guiding principles. Thank you to Steve Van Wyngarden, Jena Rejak, and Roger McDannold for the tedious yet diligent effort in implementing the proposed amendments for the Constitution and Bylaws.

24 June 2018 The Messenger Messiah Lutheran Church Vision Statement Our Vision: To forever change lives through the Gospel of Jesus by becoming an equipping, empowering, and mobilizing church in our community that displays the love of Christ and connects with people of all walks of life through worship, communion, service, fellowship, and compassion, led by the Holy Spirit and focused on the Great Commission (Mt 28.18-20).

Our vision of 2017 includes a 3-5-year focus on…

Singles and Starters (ages 17-32) We desire to broaden our scope of ministry to meet the practical spiritual needs of single, young adults. Messiah Lutheran Church will commit resources to expand hospitality and engage- ment to single, young adults. In the next year, we will develop a social media ministry to engage young adults in meaningful issues of faith and life. We will also create a physical space on our premises that will foster hospitable and authentic conversations.

Families with Young Children Messiah Lutheran Church desires to partner in worship and ministry with families with young children. Through our preschool and childcare ministry (Preschool/Childcare), we can meet the needs of this group, which comprises a large portion of the community sur- rounding the church. It is of utmost importance to connect with these families because youth are the lifeblood and future of our church. We will build and strengthen our relationships to families with young children through the Preschool/Childcare ministry. In the next five years, we dream of growing church membership within the Preschool/ Childcare program from 10% to 60%. Furthermore, we desire to increase attendance and inclusion of the congregation at Preschool/Childcare events and Preschool/Childcare families at congregational events.

Forever Young Messiah Lutheran Church is called by God to reach those who are Forever Young, who are nearing retirement or are already retired, with the Good News of abundant life through Jesus Christ. The skills and experiences of these adults are a rich resource for our community. We will offer them new opportunities for worship, for fellowship among themselves and within our congregation, seminars and personal services to maintain and improve their quality of life, and avenues for them to be of service to the community. In each of the next 5 years, we will offer 4-6 meaningful outreach activities for personal growth, fellowship, and service.

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Ministers The People of Messiah

Senior Pastor Timothy Graham, M. Div.

Pastor Emeritus Carl H. Satre, D.D.

* Sunday Services 8:45 & 11:15 AM

Growing In Faith Together 10:05 AM

Nursery Provided