NEWS AND NOTES FROM

PEACE WITH CHRIST

1412 W. Swallow Road

Fort Collins, CO 80526
970-226-4721
Pastor Ralph Patrick
www.pwchrist-fc.org
November 15, 2009
Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost

WELCOME TO PEACE WITH CHRIST

LUTHERAN CHURCH!

We give thanks to God that you are joining us today!

Many of our guests are seeking a home church where they
can be part of the Fellowship of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Peace with Christ is a congregation that is a family not an
“organization”. We are small enough to allow people to
know each other by name, and yet large enough to offer
opportunities for growth and service. What we “specialize”
in is not programs or productions, but simply The Gospel
of Our Lord Jesus. Christ, His Word, and the Cross are
what provide the foundation for faith and ministry. If you
are interested in learning more about Peace With Christ
Lutheran Church, please call the church office at 226-4721.
Pastor Patrick would welcome the opportunity to visit with
you personally.
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THE TIME before the service may be used for prayer and preparation.
Read through the worship bulletin and familiarize yourself with the service.
A few moments spent this way will help make the service more meaningful.

NEXT WEEK’S LUTHERAN HOUR MESSAGE:

“Thankful for What You Don’t Have” Speaker: Rev.
Dr. Ken Klaus. We can also thank God for the pains and
illnesses we don’t have, the disasters that were averted,
the punishment for sin that Christ took upon Himself.
(Mark 13:13) Listen to The Lutheran Hour Message on
KOA, Denver (AM850) at 6:00 a.m. and KFKA, Greeley (AM1310) at
9:30 a.m.

Peace With Christ Radio Broadcast: KCOL (600AM), at 9:00 AM

Sundays. **Please note that the radio broadcast will not be aired on
the following dates due to Bronco football: November 1 & 15 and
December 6, 13 & 27.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
A congregational meeting will be held on Sunday, November
22nd at 1:00pm. There will be a full agenda; a few of the
major items of Church business are the 2010 Budget,
Election of Officers, and By-Law changes. Please plan to
attend.

The freewill offering for Wednesday’s FED meal was $130.00. This
total was applied to the Chancel furnishings fund (Altar, Pulpit &
Baptismal font). Thanks! Pastor & Lynn, Scott & Natalie Boehnke

Men: We live in a culture that seeks to enslave us in

many ways, even to seemingly 'good' pastimes. The Kings
Men study group will consider how to be a man of mod-
eration as we discuss Chapter 9 of 'The Measure of a
Man'. We consider God's word and share our own in-
sights and experience, and we'd love to benefit from
yours as well, whether you have studied with us before
or not. 6pm Wednesday in Pastor's office.
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LWML December Christmas Party

LWML will meet Sunday, December 13th, at 2pm at the home of
Norma Thaemert for the annual Christmas Party. We’ll carpool from
the church at 1:30 pm. Remember to bring your Christmas “Dime
Stocking” money, your mites, and a plate of cookies. Dime stocking
money will support Crossroads Safehouse. Extra cookies will be used
to make up holiday plates for shut-ins. All ladies of the congregation
are invited to share this special afternoon. Plan on attending!
♦ Let’s talk turkey! Pick up an extra bird and deliver to PWC’s
kitchen ON Sunday, November 22nd by 12pm. Your donations will
be delivered to the hungry folks at Open Door Mission for Thanks-
giving. What a great opportunity to share your blessings with oth-
ers during the holidays!
♦ THANK YOU to everyone who joined us yesterday at LWML’s
Craft Fair and Soup & Pie Luncheon. We are grateful to everyone
who worked so hard to make this mission fundraiser a success. If
you missed it , don’t despair! You can still shop in the Sunshine
Room TODAY! Stop by and check out the beautiful, functional
crafts handmade by members of PWC. LWML’s goal is to reach
$5k in proceeds. With Thrivent’s generous supplement of $1,250,
we could send Stephen Heimer a total of $6,250!
♦ LWML will be hosting the December 2nd Advent soup supper. Pro-
ceeds will benefit the Heiliger’s work in Turkey. The sign-up sheet
for food and kitchen help is posted on our bulletin board.
♦ The next regular LWML’s Executive Board meeting is Monday,
November 30th beginning at 6pm in the home of Bev Russman. All
ladies are welcome!

TAG - November 17th at 1:00pm

Harry Krueckeberg will do a presentation on Iceland.
The country and its culture and Lutheranism. Come and
enjoy a relaxing afternoon.
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES

“Surprise Outing”: TODAY is the last day to sign-up, you can-

not attend if you do not sign-up. Meet at PWC at 6pm next Sat-
urday, EAT before arriving. Cost is $10.00.

Happy Thanksgiving to all! I will be out of town from Novem-

ber 20 - November 26 - Marilyn

College and Young Adult Group

DIVINE SERVICE AT CSU: Pastor will be leading Divine

Service at CSU on November 17 at 5:00pm. Meet at the Lory
Student Center Information Desk or at the Danforth Chapel.
All Members of the congregation are welcome to join the Col-
lege and Young Adult group.

Parents & Twos - A Sunday School class for two - three

year old children and their parents will begin on Novem-
ber 29. Plan to attend the Sunday School Opening at
9:30 am in the sanctuary, class will be held in the Nurs-
ery. If you have any questions, see Chad Hamilton, Robin
Hamilton, Reena Linke or Marilyn Lasich.

“Rocky lunch fund raiser”

The Rocky lunch serving crew will be providing
Sloppy Joes for FED night on November 18 as a
fund raiser. Please join us for supper and stay
for Bible class. Thrivent will provide a supplement to the
funds that are raised that evening.

Youth and Children’s Christmas Service: A sign-up

sheet for volunteers is posted on the bulletin board.
Feel free to look it over and sign-up where you would
like to serve. Our next meeting to discuss the service
will be November 30 at 6:30pm.
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Nominations for 2010 for Council & Elders

Below - you will find a list of Peace With Christ members who
have consented to the various positions which will be presented
next week at the congregational meeting. This list will be pre-
sented by the nominating committee for your approval but addi-
tional nominations can still be made from the floor before voting
occurs. If you have any questions, please contact Larry Sieg-
fried, Vice President

President - 1 year: Larry Siegfried

Vice President - 1 year: Brian Lacey
Secretary - 2 years: Ernestine Munsey (has served as secretary for 2
years, eligible for another 2 year term)
Evangelism Chairman - 2 years: Rhonda Kaiser (has served as
chair for 11/2 years, eligible for another 2 year term)
Fellowship Chairman - 2 years: Martha Pforr
Education Board Member - 2 years: Renee Hein
Education Board Member - 2 years: Andi Lechman
Missions and Ministry Chairman - 2 years: Open
Trustee - 1 year: Mark Leising
Trustee - 2 years: Stony Achziger
Trustee - 2 years: Bill Roth
Elder - 1 year: Art Pforr
Elder - 2 years: NEED TO ELECT THREE (3) ELDERS FROM
THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS
A. Dan Krueckeberg - Has served for 2 years
as staff elder - eligible for another 2 yr. term.
B. Mike Allison
C. John Pennington
D. Chad Hamilton
E. Ron Thaemert

NOTE: Larry Siegfried, Art Pforr and Mark Leising were appointed
by church council - need to be elected to finish out the term which
they were appointed.
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Operation Christmas Child - Please return your
filled box, items and donations for the boxes today
through Wed., November 18! We will be delivering
the boxes on Nov. 19 - Thank you for your support!

2009 Season’s Opener will be held on Saturday,

December 5th from 4 - 5:30pm. Please plan to
help welcome in the Advent Season by attending
PWC traditional Season’s Opener. This gather-
ing is meant for young & old alike and all those in
-betweeners. More information coming.
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Pledge Cards: Please put your pledge card into the offering
plate this morning. If you forget your card, you can bring it
next week or ask an usher for another one.
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Peace with Christ Library Book of the Week-

NEW BOOK!

Christ Have Mercy

By Rev. Matthew C. Harrison

For two millennia Christians have echoed the pleas of

blind men and beggars “Christ have mercy!” But
what does it mean to ask our Lord and Savior for mercy? And what
about Christ's command to be merciful, even as God has been merciful
to us? Through Scripture study, real-life experiences, and the writings
of the Lutheran Church fathers, Christ Have Mercy urges Christians to
consider the innumerable opportunities we have to show mercy, to fel-
low Christians and to anyone God places in our path.

Rev. Matthew C. Harrison is Executive Director of LCMS World Re-

lief and Human Care.
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CHRISTMAS CHOIR

As our choir director, Kelley, will be out of

town for Christmas, we will have a “pick-
up” choir. If you would like to join in
singing with choir for Christmas Eve and
Christmas Day, please sign-up on the bul-
letin board in the Narthex. Youth are
welcome too. The more the merrier!

We have several services between the two

days with choral pieces at each service:
♦ December 24 - 4pm and 7pm. Lessons
and carols, 10pm Divine Service
♦ December 25 - 9am Divine Service.
Contact Reena if you have any questions
or if you would like to have the music
early - reena@pwchrist-fc.org

Rehearsals

Wednesday, December 2 - after the Ad-

vent service.

Wednesday, December 9 - after the Ad-

vent Service.

Sunday, December 20 - after 2nd service.

Wednesday, December 23 - 6:00pm

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Our Prayers: We remember-

Those who are ill, hospitalized, or recovering from surgery:

Bernice Nansel, Gene Frank, Mac & Iris Bergen, Helen Leben,
Arv Witt, Art Pforr, Louise Tuchenhagen, Emily Irvine (great-niece
of Angela Myers), Linda Groeling, , Zoe Jones (Infant daughter of Josh
and Jamie Jones), Kevin Rodenbeck, Marilyn Craig, Marilyn Hud-
son, Evelyn Marweg, Jason Shedd and family

Those who are not able to attend church: Margaret Ziehm,

Carolyn Brown, Arline Young, June Schwarck, Marie Rubel, Jean
Upham.

The families of Peace With Christ

The President and world leaders.

U.S. Soldiers throughout the world.

The families of the Soldiers at Fort Hood.

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ACOLYTES: The Lord’s Supper is celebrated

every Sunday from Reformation until Trinity
Sunday. In order for everyone to be “assigned”
only once a month I will continue to schedule a
Crucifer only the second and fourth Sunday.
Pastor is fine with only an acolyte on commun-
ion Sundays, however, if you are here and a Crucifer is
needed please volunteer to serve.
Thank you - Marcy
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Church Rests on Word, Not Word on Church It is not the Word
of God because the church says so; but that the Word of God might be
spoken, therefore the church comes into being. The church does not
make the Word, but it is made by the Word.
What Luther Says Compiled by Ewald M. Plass
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SHOPPING” with the Youth!! Did you know

that the Scrip program is a fund-raiser for the PWC
Youth Group? It is! We have gift cards available
for groceries, restaurants, department stores, mov-
ies, candy - just check out what we have or see if we can order
cards for you for your favorite store! You receive the full amount
of the card - the youth receive a percentage of the total from
each retailer. Thanks for your support.

The Gift of a Green Christmas Ministry: This is

our 6th year of partnering with local Lutheran Congre-
gations to provide families in ned with Christmas
Trees and Decorations. This need is dependent on the
generous donations and support of our church mem-
bers. As our service continues to grow, so is our need
for new and used decorations, artificial trees or cash donations to
buy supplies. If you have extra Christmas items that you can do-
nate or would like to purchase lights and decorations, please drop
them off to the Church office by Friday, December 12th.
Here is an idea of the local impact this project has on families in
need. Last year we cut and delivered over 100 Christmas trees
and decorations to those who otherwise would not have had a
decorated tree. This really is an outreach ministry for area Lu-
theran churches. Along with the delivery of the trees and decora-
tions, we will be handing out a schedule of Christmas and Sunday
services for all the churches and personally invite them to wor-
ship with those churches that participate in this ministry.
If you or your family would like to help cut and/or deliver Christ-
mas trees and decorations to the families, please contact Ryan
Behm 222-5678 or ryanbehm@yahoo.com.
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The Elderberries of St. John’s Lutheran in Ft. Collins would like
to invite the TAG folks to our annual Pre-Thanksgiving dinner
on Thursday, November 19th at noon. Just bring your appetites
and join us for turkey and all the trimmings. We would appreci-
ate your RSVP by Monday, Nov. 16. Please call St. John’s at 482-
5316 to sign-up.
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A READING FROM THE BOOK OF CONCORD

FORMULA OF CONCORD, EPITOME
ARTICLE I: ORIGINAL SIN
TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

Christ redeemed human nature as His work, sanctifies it,

raises it from the dead, and gloriously adorns it as His work.
But original sin He has not created, received, redeemed, or
sanctified. He will not raise it, adorn it, or save it in the elect.
In the resurrection original sin will be entirely destroyed [1 Co-
rinthians 15:51-57].

On the other hand, we believe, teach, and confess that original

sin is not a minor corruption. It is so deep a corruption of hu-
man nature that nothing healthy or uncorrupt remains in
man's body or soul, in his inward or outward powers [Romans
3:10-12]. As the Church sings:

"Through Adam's fall is all corrupt, Nature and essence hu-

man."

This damage cannot be fully described [Psalm 19:12]. It can-

not be understood by reason, but only from God's Word. We
affirm that no one but God alone can separate human nature
and this corruption of human nature from each other. This will
fully come to pass through death, in the resurrection. At that
time our nature, which we now bear, will rise and live eternally
without original sin and be separated and divided from it.

As written in Job 19:26-27, "After my skin has been thus de-

stroyed, yet in my flesh I shall see God, whom I shall see for
myself, and my eyes shall behold." (paragraphs 6, 8-10)

Condensed from CONCORDIA: THE LUTHERAN CONFESSIONS, copyright

2005,2006 by Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. All rights reserved. To
purchase a copy of CONCORDIA, call 800-325-3040.
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ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK
Today Worship Services 8:00 am &
November 15 (Communion) 10:45 am
Education Hour 9:30 am
Hands in Harmony 12:00 pm
Broadcast Articles Due

Monday Evangelism & Worship 6:00 pm

November 16

Tuesday TAG 1:00 pm

November 17 Christ on Campus Bible 5:00 pm
Study - Divine Service

Wednesday Bible Study 8:45 am

November 18 FED Meal 5:15 pm
FED Classes 6:00 pm
King’s Men’s Bible Study 6:00 pm
Adult/Youth Choir 7:00 pm

Thursday Morning Doves 9:00 am

November 19 RMHS 10:50 am

Friday
November 20

Saturday Youth - 6:00 pm

November 21 “Surprise Outing”

Sunday Worship Services 8:00 am &

November 22 (Communion) 10:45 am
Education Hour 9:30 am
Congregational Meeting 1:00 pm
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THOSE SERVING TODAY

November 15 8:00 am 10:45 am
Materials: Niermans
Greeters: Moores Jan Achziger
Guest Book: Teri Frerichs
Reader: Wes Nierman Dan Prevedel
Ushers: Chad Hamilton Stony Achziger
Harry Krueckeberg Larry Siegfried
Cliff Buchholz Terry Fox
Bill Roth
Nursery: Lauren Roth Colleen Rohlfs
Acolytes: Julie Roth Rachael Bernhardt
Crucifer:
Audio Support: Judy Dahlgren David Nierman
Organist: Shawna Prevedel
Youth Choir Director: Reena Linke
Elder of the Month: Dan Prevedel

Flowers on the Altar in Loving Memory

of Marj Hamill’s birthday

THOSE SERVING NEXT SUNDAY

November 22 8:00 am 10:45 am
Materials: Niermans
Greeters: Buchholtz CJ Muth
Guest Book: Eunice Nierman Pat Stegner
Reader: Dan Krueckeberg Dan Prevedel
Ushers: Daniel Cerman Dave Muth
Wes Nierman Ted Anderson
Ray Kaiser Ned Daugherty
Larry Siegfried
Nursery: Robin Hamilton Colleen Rohlfs
Acolytes: Libby Hoy Tiffany Wiginton
Crucifer: Krissy Petago Taylor Wiginton
Audio Support: Ron Pichel David Nierman
Organist: Jennifer Musgrave
Choir Director: Kelley Pichel
Elder of the Month: Dan Prevedel
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Prayer and Study

Date: November 15 - November 21

Luther Quote: “Bible in a Class by Itself After all, no book,

teaching, or word is able to comfort in troubles, fear, misery,
death, yea, in the midst of devils and in hell, except this book,
which teaches us God’s Word and in which God Himself speaks
with us as a man speaks with his friend”

Bible readings for the week:

Sunday: Psalm 135; Zechariah 11-14

Monday: Psalm 136; Malachi
Tuesday: Psalm 137; Matthew 1-2
Wednesday: Psalm 138; Matthew 3-4
Thursday: Psalm 139; Matthew 5-6
Friday: Psalm 140; Matthew 7-8
Saturday: Psalm 141; Matthew 9-10

Nigeria – Nov. 1-15

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod began work in Nigeria in
1936. Today, LCMS World Mission supports theological educa-
tion programs and partners with the Lutheran Church of Nigeria
to do mission work in The Gambia.

Daily Prayers:

Sunday: With thanksgiving for the partnership of Jesus is Lord Mis-

sion Society in Nigeria - they have faithfully supported the theological
education of many students at Jonathan Ekong Memorial Seminary.
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Urban mission work in the United States - Nov. 18-30

With the third-largest population in the world, and the world
coming to its cities, the United States is indeed a vast mission
field. These missionaries work in some of the urban centers of
the United States to coordinate mission work and train future
leaders.

Monday: For urban mission strategist Rev. Jim Buckman and his
work of encouraging and training house church leaders of various cul-
tural backgrounds in the Newark, NJ metro area. Pray also for his fam-
ily as they transition to life in New Jersey.
Tuesday: For urban mission strategist Rev. Kenety Gee in Chicago,
IL, as he encourages and challenges congregations and mission starts to
reach out to those around them with the Gospel, disciple new believers
in their faith, and work together to strengthen the Lutheran Christian
community.
Wednesday: For Rev. Dr. George Naeem in Denver, CO as he
leads the ministry of Biblical Orthodox Lutheran Mission, which
reaches out to Arabic-speaking immigrants and others around the
world with the Gospel of Jesus. George also helps to train new
Christian leaders around the world.
Thursday: For urban mission strategist Rev. E. Johnson Rethin-
samy, who serves the New York City metro area. He identifies
new mission opportunities among recent immigrants, helps to
start new mission stations, and identifies mission leaders.
Friday: For Rev. Phillip Saywrayne, who serves as the north-
eastern facilitator for African Immigrant Ministry. He identifies
and trains leaders, develops new missions, conducts Bible classes,
preaches, and counsels.
Saturday: For urban mission strategist Re. Landon Schkade,
who serves in the Boston metro area. Landon’s work includes
identifying potential leaders and mission opportunities, sharing
the Gospel with unreached or uncommitted people, discipling and
training leaders, building partnerships and developing plans for
planting new churches, and facilitating the planting of daughter
churches.

www.lcmsworldmission
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November 8 ATTENDANCE

Worship Attendance: Total

159(8:00) 101(10:45 am) 260

Education Hour Attendance:

Not recorded

Financial Update
As of September 30, 2009

Budget - 2009 Income Expenses Net Income

$359,000.00 $249,467.22 $257,482.95 -$8,015.73

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION HOUR: 9:30-10:30 a.m.

ADULT BIBLE CLASS. .. Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall

NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN . . . . Preschool Rooms
GRADES 1- 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Peter
GRADES 3-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Abraham
GRADE 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Isaac
JR. HIGH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jacob
SR. HIGH . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . Youth Room

NEXT WEEK'S PRESS DEADLINES

SCRIPTURE READINGS (ESV)
Green sheet articles are due by
First Lesson: Isaiah 51:4-6 3:00 p.m. Wednesday
Second Lesson: Jude 20-25 afternoon.
Gospel: Mark 13:24-37 Broadcast articles are due
TODAY