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Call Committee, article #2

Marshall Bowen • Jan 04, 2024

Dear members of the Emmanuel and Laurel Hall Community,

This is the second in a continuing series of articles regarding the progress of our Call Committee. In a series of meetings which we called “Cottage Meetings” about a year ago, the congregation informed us about their requests for a new pastor. Here is a consolidated list in no particular order:

• Administration: Supervise senior and church staff promoting morale and development.

• Building a Sense of Community: Help Emmanuel and Laurel Hall grow closer together.

• Pastoral Care and Visitation: Get to know members of the congregation including the homebound

• Youth and Family Ministry: Develop a relationship with the Laurel Hall School children and families.

• Worship: Provide inspirational preaching (Sunday services, school chapels and additional life activities) and worship planning (with the Minister of Music).

• Arts: Support drama, music and the arts in our unique entertainment based community

• Development: Lead our community in developing a strategic mission plan and assist in its implementation.

In addition…

• Help people develop their spiritual life

• Build a sense of community among the people with whom he/she works

• Be an effective communicator

• Bring joy and good humor to relationships

• Be creative and innovative about his or her tasks

In my next article I will share with you more information from the MSP (Ministry Site Profile). Please keep us in your prayers as we begin our interview process. Back articles are on the web site https://www.elcnoho.org/call-committee383c96a4 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