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Marshall Bowen • Dec 15, 2023

Dear members of the Emmanuel and Laurel Hall Community,

I am sure all of you want to hear about the progress our Call Committee is making toward the calling of the new pastor for Emmanuel. As the elected chair of the Call Committee, I pledge to keep you up-to-date on all information which I can share. No doubt you can appreciate the reality that some of what we are doing and discussing must be kept confidential, as in any job-related hiring situation. The Call Committee is the group which will study the information about candidates, listen to sermon tapes, and schedule and conduct interviews. We will determine compensation, benefits, and related details to be recommended as part of the nomination of the final candidate. When a final decision is made, the Call Committee will provide you with descriptive information regarding the recommended candidate. Emmanuel congregation members will then have the option to choose or decline this candidate. At least two-thirds of the members present and voting at a meeting properly called for that purpose must vote for the candidate before the call can be issued.

But, along the way I will keep you informed on our progress and share with you as much information as possible. We have guidelines and definite steps to be followed under the direction of the Bishop and her staff. The Transition Committee has completed what is called the “Ministry Site Profile.” It was based on the information which was shared at our Cottage Meetings which took place earlier this year. It has now been approved by both the Call Committee and the Congregation Council. This will be used by the Committee, our Bishop and staff, and prospective candidates (pastors available for a call who are to be suggested to us by the Bishop). We have our first meeting with the Synod staff person assigned to our church coming up soon.

In my next article I will share with you information from the MSP (Ministry Site Profile). You can reach us via email at:

callcommittee@elcnoho.org

Marshall Bowen, Call Committee Chair

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Emmanuel Lutheran Foundation Announces Annual Scholarship Opportunity for Students Attending Lutheran Colleges and Universities

By Ancel Sitton • 02 May, 2024

The Emmanuel Lutheran Foundation is delighted to announce the availability of its annual $1,000 scholarships for the academic year starting in Fall 2024. These scholarships are offered to active members of the Emmanuel congregation who are confirmed, voting members for at least two years and have actively participated in church activities such as serving as an usher, worship assistant, or council committee member. Scholarships are intended for students planning to attend Lutheran colleges and universities and will be matched dollar for dollar by the respective institutions, effectively doubling the value of the award. This initiative is part of the Foundation's commitment to fostering education and service among its congregation's youth. Application Process: Interested applicants should contact John Clauss, Treasurer, at jclaussjr@aol.com for scholarship applications. Forms are also available on the Emmanuel website and at the reception desk in the Administration Building of Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Completed applications must be submitted to the Emmanuel Lutheran Foundation by June 15, 2024. It is crucial to submit applications by this date as many educational institutions close their scholarship application processes in July. About the Emmanuel Lutheran Foundation: The Emmanuel Lutheran Foundation thrives through the generous donations it receives, which are prudently invested and prayerfully dispersed to support the ministries of the Emmanuel Lutheran Church. A gift to the foundation is considered "The gift that keeps on giving," aiding in the continuous support and development of our church community and its members. For further information or to apply, please contact John Clauss at the email provided above. Release Date: Effective immediately through June 15, 2024. Application Form can be found here