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December 15, 2021 |
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Lutheran Disaster ResponseOn the night of Dec. 10 and early morning of Dec. 11, an outbreak of at least 30 tornadoes swept through six states. So far, 94 people are reported dead across five states, more than 80 of those in Kentucky. For those unaccounted for, search-and-rescue operations are underway. Homes and businesses were destroyed, and over 300,000 people were without electricity. Lutheran Disaster Response is collaborating with the Indiana-Kentucky Synod and other partners in the area to assess the damage and develop an immediate and a long-term response plan. Your gifts to support these response efforts will empower our partners to meet survivors’ immediate and long-term needs. Given the extent of the damage, recovery will take years as thousands of homes will need to be rebuilt or repaired. With your support, Lutheran Disaster Response can accompany survivors on the long road to recovery. Your gifts to “U.S. Tornadoes” will be used in full (100%) to help people impacted by the tornadoes until the response is complete. The season of Advent is a time of hope as we prepare to celebrate Christ's birth. Right now, we have an opportunity to share hope with our neighbors in their time of greatest need. Please join me in prayer and consider giving if you are able. (Do not send gifts for the Tornado Response to the SWT Synod. Please give directly to Lutheran Disaster Response.) |
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Leading in Anxious Times (Pandemic Edition)Hosted by St. Peter’s Lutheran Church We live in anxious times; congregational leaders need all the help they can get in navigating all of the anxiety and change as they lead into God’s future. Join us for an interactive workshop, which equips leaders to see the congregation in the system, and how their presence and functioning makes all the difference in faithful leadership for the sake of God’s mission. We will learn and practice new skills and behaviors. This will be an in person event. For the love and concern of yourself and others, masks may be required for those unvaccinated. |
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Service of Lessons & CarolsThe worship service is free to use anytime for the Christmas season, to supplement or replace a worship service. The service will feature an eclectic gathering of music including singer-song-writer style, a-cappella group, and world-class choral music by Cantus. We simply ask that you let us know when you plan to use it, so that the Church Anew team can hold you and your congregation in prayer. |
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2022 Vital Congregations Re-BOOT CampMARK YOUR CALENDARS! January 13th & 27th February 3rd & 17th You may choose the best time each day that works for you. ALL SESSIONS WILL BE RECORDED AND AVAILABLE TO ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS. |
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Spam & Spoof EmailsTis' the season to remind everyone to beware of spam and spoof emails. A quick way to spot a spam or spoof is to look at the actual email address that has sent the email. If it does not end with @swtsynod.org, it is NOT a legit synod email address. When in doubt, you can email info@swtsynod.org to inquire about an email you received. |
