Tallmadge  Lutheran Church

(A Stephen Ministry Congregation)

759 East Avenue, Tallmadge, Ohio 44278

Church Office Telephone 330-633-4775 ® Preschool/King’s Kids Telephone 330-633-4908

www.TallmadgeLutheranChurch.org

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"The mission of our church is to share the life-changing message of Jesus Christ."

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Midweek Ministry Notes  --  July 21, 2010

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The best gift a parent can give his / her child this summer: a seat in Sunday School!  “Sticking with God: Knowing His Love” is the theme for Summer Sunday School. Children Pre-K through 4^th grade will meet in Room #2.  Children who just finished grades 5^th-8^th will meet in Room #1.  Youth in 9^th-12^th will meet in the Youth Room (Room 7).

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A picnic for all teachers, assistants and their families who have helped with our Sunday Christian Education will be on Sunday, August 15 at 12:30 p.m.  We will meet at Happy Day School, 2500 Brady Lake Road in Ravenna.  Chicken, jojos, drinks, and tableware will be provided.  All who come are asked to bring a side dish or dessert to share.  For directions or to RSVP, please call Gail McAlister (330-798-0558) or Amber Styskal, DCE (330-633-4775).  We will have the picnic indoors or out depending on the weather.  There will be lots to do for the kids.

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Don’t Wait Till the Last Minute!

Register now!

KING’S KIDS SCHOOL AGE CHILDCARE CENTER is taking enrollment for 2010-2011 school year for children in full-time kindergarten through 6^th grade.  We offer before and after school care with a wide variety of activities, and provide an afterschool snack.  Hours of operation are 6:30 - 9:00 a.m. and 2:30 - 6:00 p.m.  For more information, please call Katie Bungard, Director, at 330-633-4908.

TALLMADGE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL is accepting applications for the Fall 2010 school year. Our classes start September 8. We have openings in two morning classes which are from 9:00 – 11:30 a.m., and also in the afternoon classes which are from 12:15 -2:45 p.m. The registration fee is $35. Please contact Kathy Stoops, Preschool Director, for more information.

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SUMMER GATHERING FOR FAMILIES IN FAITH: The members and friends of the Families in Faith group are invited to a get-together at Jim & Robin Bergmann’s house, 695 Longacre Drive, Akron, on Saturday, July 24^th at 4:00 p.m. This group meets weekly during the school year for study, fellowship, mission projects, and holiday events and then during the summer several times for fun and friendship. If you have young or school age children and you are interested in getting connected to others in our church, contact Linda Weyandt at 330-633-4285 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to find out more about the group and the July get-together. We would love to have you join us!

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THRIVENT FINANCIAL and HABITAT FOR HUMANITY are teaming up year to continue efforts in providing affordable housing for families in the greater Akron area. We are looking for volunteers for the following works dates: August 18, September 22, October 8, November 13, December 11, 2010, and January 15, 2011. Five to six volunteers are needed per date and are being coordinated by Rick Weyandt. A fund raising goal of  $10,000 has been set for the Summit/Portage Thrivent Chapter membership for continued support of this worthwhile organization. Thrivent Financial will offer matching funds. If you are interested in sponsoring a fundraising event, support and Habitat promotional ideas are available. For more information, contact Rick at 330-329-4735, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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PAINTERS NEEDED to help paint the youth room ceiling (rooms 6 & 7).  If you are willing to help, please call the church office (330-633-4775) or see Bill Such.

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This Week We Pray For

+    Those Celebrating Anniversaries: Jim & Robin Bergmann; Steve & Diane Staszak; Jon & Kathy Vanaman; Otto & Jeanette Scheler

+    Those in Need of God’s Healing Touch: Ruth Bailey; Jerry Young; Mary Carroll; Walter Ruggles; Marilyn Liggett; Linda Davis; Charlie Duncan; Charlie Kellar; Vera Buhalak

Please share your prayer requests with us.  Complete one of the prayer request cards in the hymn rack, call the church office, or speak to the Pastor or one of the Elders.

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Leadership Training Course to begin in August! A key component of our transforming congregation process is to train many men and women for leadership work on task forces and ministry teams (Youth, Education, Empty Nesters, etc).  A three-week course is in the final planning stages and is open to all.  Linda Weyandt and Sherry Kellar will be the primary instructors.  The course will provide an overview of how teams fit into TLC’s organization, leading small groups and the importance of co-leaders.  Please prayerfully consider being part of the group so that you are equipped to help lead one of our vital ministries.  For encouragement (and a Biblical reminder) please read Romans 12.  Dates & Times:  Wednesdays, August 11, 18, & 25; 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Questions?  Want more information?  Either send a reply email or call the church office (330-633-4775).  A sign-up sheet to register for the training class is by the church mailboxes.

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Coming Sunday, August 29^th: TLC’s Annual Church Picnic, Maca Park, Pavilion 1 One of the highlights of each year is our annual picnic. The food is plentiful and delicious. The fellowship is tops. The games are lots of fun. There is something for everyone – including our friends and neighbors.  Bring your lawn chairs and outdoor games for an afternoon of fun.  The church will provide meat and beverages; families A-L are asked to bring a salad; M-Z bring a dessert.  Please sign up by the mailboxes to help us make adequate preparations. Hope to you see you there.

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“… every dollar we have is currently working for the kingdom of God …” When our treasurer, Dave Graybeal gave his report to the Board of Directors this past Monday evening, Dave reported that all of our bills are current, but that we have used all of our reserve fund in the course of the summer.  There is no additional money to be used should an unexpected need arise.  The message was sobering to the Board; who wants to be broke?  But, when looked at in the phrase of Mark Ruesch, Senior Elder, quoted above, there is good in the midst of bad.  We are still doing the work of God’s kingdom.  As you plan for your offering this week and in the weeks to come, please give as the Lord has blessed you.  Let your money also do the work of God’s kingdom.