"COME TO THE WATERS" This summer, join us in a 3-session bible study, "Come to the Waters", by Karen Bockelman. We will explore the rich images and meanings of baptism and how that sacrament shapes our lives and vocations. "Come to the Waters" is an invitation to "walk wet" - to remember, affirm and celebrate baptism throughout life. We will meet with author, Karen, at Gloria Dei on June 18, July 16, and August 20 at 6:30pm for dessert, beverages and food for the soul. If you would like more information or would like a copy of the bible study prior to the study contact Carol K. at 525-6098. This bible study is available in the June/July and August issue of the Lutheran Woman or you can download them at: http://www.lutheranwomantoday.org/bible/
FIRST WORD BIBLE STUDY ON TUESDAYS AT NOON
Bring a bag lunch and join us in the Hillside Room (lower area of church) for a study and discussions of the texts for the next Sunday. All are welcome!
NEW! .... Not available to attend the Tuesday text study? YOU can be part of a discussion of the texts online. Click here: http://groups.google.com/group/gdlc-weekly-textsand choose Join this group. We look forward to hearing from you online.
THANKS TO SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS June 1st is the last Sunday School session of this year. Gloria Dei is blessed with the dedication and energy of our Sunday School teachers. Please take a moment to thank Barb Renick, Steve & Sherry Dalager, Adrienne Meyer, Marlaine Wilms, Scott Norr and Tanner Hall. We had a good year exploring the Bible as well as learning new songs. A special thanks to Steve for his music and to the children for their wonderful faith.Have a great summer! I'm looking forward to you on Rally Sunday, September 7th. Patti
You need not be a member of Gloria Dei to take part in our Sunday School or any other activities at the church. Visitors are always welcome!
If you have questions regarding the
Christian faith, becoming a member of Gloria Dei, or would like to talk
to the Pastor, please call: 722-3381 or email Pastor Carlson at pastor@gloriadeiduluth.org. We would love to have you join
our Gloria Dei Family! (Click here to read about upcoming new member classes.)
BOOK OF FAITH An Overview of the Book of Faith Initiative.
What
is the Book of Faith? The Book of Faith is an initiative of the ELCA
that invites the whole church to become more fluent in the language of
Scripture, in order that we might live into our calling as a people
renewed, enlivened, and empowered by the Word.
The Bible is a book of faith. The
Bible is the written Word of God that creates and nurtures faith
through the work of the Holy Spirit and points us to Christ, the
incarnate Word and center of our faith. The Bible invites us into a
relationship with God, making demands on our lives and promising us
life in Christ. The Bible tells the stories of people living their
faith over the centuries and, through its demands and promises, forms
us as a people of faith.
Congregational Prayer - Submitted by Pastor Carlson
Congregational
Prayer is listed in our calendar for every Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m.
Originally initiated by the team that attended the synod program Journey into Prayer with
Normajean Strommen, it is intended to remind all members to pray
regularly. Each Sunday, wherever you are, we invite you to pray. Click here for prayer ideas.
Please join us on Sunday mornings... all are welcome! ADULT FORUM Please
join us for our discussions on the interaction of faith and society
each Sunday morning (year round) in the Hillside Room from 8:45-9:45 a.m.
STUDENT CLASSES are also held on Sunday mornings from 8:45-9:30 a.m. during the months September through May.
Experienced and caring congregational members teach classes. We offer
classes for children pre-school through High School.
ALL CHILDREN AND ADULTS ARE WELCOME... JOIN US!
NEW GROUP.... “JOURNEY THROUGH THE BIBLE”
Join Pastor Carlson for
Bible study Wednesdays 5-6 p.m. in the Hillside Room.Can’t attend the Tuesday noon Bible
study?Occupied during Adult Forum with
choir or Sunday school?This may be for
you!
Track the growth of God’s
family from Creation to the establishment of the Church.Discover which 14 books of the Bible tell the
story and how the other 59 books fit in.See Bible history in the context of contemporary world events.Keeping a larger framework in mind, we will
begin with Genesis and go at our own pace.Bibles will be on hand, but bring your bible if you have one.
Stop by on your way home
from work.All are welcome to join us!
AUG 4-8 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Mark your calendars for
VBS!This year, we are collaborating
with Trinity Lutheran and Peace UCC (at Trinity).All are welcome!For more information, contact Tanner Hall,
Sherry Dalager, or Patti Maguire.
Confirmation class meets Wednesday evenings during the school year. Please contact Pastor David (pastor@gloriadeiduluth.org) if you would like more information regarding the confirmation process.
BOOK OF FAITH ... continued
The language of Scripture is our first language of faith. The Bible teaches us about God, about the world, and about ourselves. We become renewed, enlivened, and empowered as the language of Scripture forms our hearts, our minds, our community conversation, and our commitments.
We have a calling as people of God. Part of our calling is to know, hear, share, and be rooted in Scripture.
We are renewed, enlivened, and empowered by the Word. As we live into our calling as people who are formed by Scripture, we become renewed in our faith, enlivened through the Spirit, and empowered through the cross of Christ to serve God and neighbor. Visit www.elca.org/bookoffaith.
