Christus Victor Lutheran Church

During the month of September, the Social Ministries Committee will be collecting care package items that will be sent to military personnel who are currently serving our country overseas.

Monetary donations are also needed to pay for the mailing fees. Personal letters are very welcomed – never underestimate the value of a handwritten note. And, of course, prayers are always needed.

Last year, one of the soldiers wrote in her thank you note: “I wanted to say thank you to all the members of your congregation… for the box of goodies, the pictures and, of course, the prayers. It’s a good feeling to know that people are thinking about us. It’s people like yourselves that help keep us strong and stay positive. This package not only brought a smile to my face, but also others in my unit.”

This project is not just about collecting and sending ‘things’ to our troops, it’s about raising morale and letting the soldiers know we care about them.

Here’s how YOU can be a vital part of this service project:
 WRITE a personal note/letter/card (this is the number one request!)
 PRAY for their safety and speedy return home
 kids can DRAW OR COLOR PICTURES OR MAKE A SMALL GIFT
 DONATE money for shipping expenses (flat rate fee = approx $13/box)
 CONTRIBUTE one or more suggested items listed below:
* Peanut butter
* Kids drawings
* Hand-held games
* Energy bars
* Tuna pouches
* Hard candy/mints
* Chewing gum
* Canned fruit (single serving cans only)
* Dice
* Microwave popcorn
* Batteries (assorted sizes)
* Disposable razors
* Beef jerky
* White ankle socks
* DVD’s (movies, TV series)
* Playing cards Magazines (current)
* Energy drinks
* Foot powder
* Earbuds (for stereo/I-pod)
* Baby wipes (small packages)
* Flip-flops (for shower)
* Crossword/Sudoko/Word find puzzles
* Powdered drinks (eg. Crystal Light)
* Playing Cards

**Please – no home-made treats or anything that will melt

LOOK FOR THE FOOT LOCKER IN THE NARTHAX AREA DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER

Please direct questions and comments to Michele Iaria (952-891-1303 or miaria@charter.net) OR anyone on the Social Ministries Committee: Cindy Baubie, Nancy Colin, Barb Damlo (council rep), Alice McCammon, Brenda Kroeten, Lorna Peterson, Tina Reu, Audrey Smith, Peggy Sunwall, Alana Thureen
THANK YOU!

Did you know we have a daily e-devotional for the members and friends of CV? Everyday, more than 200 members and friends of CV receive e-mail devotion, prayer and short, special announcements. If you would like to get these daily e-mail devotions which have been so positively received, please email Pastor Kent at pastor.kent@christusvictor.org. If you do not want to get this daily email, please let Pastor Kent know and he will take you off the list. This is a great way to start your day in God’s Word and with prayer! Many people have been greatly blessed by this daily devotion.

Join Pastor Kent on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for 45 minutes of Tai Chi exercise.

Tai Chi is the oldest form of Chinese Martial Arts, focusing on stretching, balance and deep breathing. Tai Chi is also known as “moving meditation.” No experience is necessary. Just show up in loose, comfortable clothes, or call Pastor Kent for more information at 952-454-6927.

Join friends on Thursday mornings at 10:00 a.m. in the Art Room for a rousing journey into God’s Word and the life of faith. You don’t need to know anything about the Bible, just a willingness to read, ask questions, and learn. Just bring your Bible and show up! We’ll provide the coffee!

All third graders and their parents are invited to join the 3rd Grade Bible class, which will meet during the regular Faith Trek time on Sundays, Sept. 18th, Sept. 25, Oct. 2 and Oct. 9. On Sunday, Oct. 9th, your kids will be presented with their new Bible at the 11 a.m. worship service, so please do plan on being here for that. Contact Pastor Kent with any questions.

Let’s start the new year off right! Bring your backpack or work bag to worship on Sunday, Sept. 11 for a special blessing. This annual “Blessing of the Backpacks” will help you and your family get back into the school-year routine!

Newsletter September 2011