Weekly Bulletin Announcements

February 5

2012-02-02T12:03:00.000-05:00

Fifth Sunday of Epiphany

February 5, 2012

WELCOME

In Isaiah it is the one God who sits above the earth and numbers the stars—it is that God who strengthens the powerless. So in Jesus' healing work we see the hand of the creator God, lifting up the sick woman to health and service (diakonia). Like Simon's mother-in-law, we are lifted up to health and diakonia. Following Jesus, we strengthen the powerless; like Jesus, we seek to renew our own strength in quiet times of prayer.

PRAYER SHAWL KNITTERS

We need your help! The prayer shawl supply has been diminished and we are anxious to keep this ministry active. If you are a knitter and are willing to provide a shawl/s, please let Vi Price know at viprice@rochester.rr.com or by phone at 617-4261. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!

ADULT FORUM

Erma Perkins is a hospice nurse and educator. Her employer, Lifetime Care Hospice, was partnered with Zululand Hospice in 2003 when it requested a "twin" through the Foundation for Hospices of Sub-Saharan Africa. Erma coordinates annual visits. The organization raises funds throughout the year and takes a check, medical supplies, and gifts for the staff and orphans.

Zululand Hospice cares for several hundred HIV+ patients and children affected and infected by HIV. They receive no government funds and their patients do not have insurance. Many live in hovels without plumbing. The funds raised are a result of those working in the hospice shopping in South Africa and bringing back beaded jewelry, carvings, baskets, etc. They buy fabric there and make placemats, purses, and tote bags. Two days are spent in a game reserve where pictures are taken which hospice volunteer, Gail, mats and frames beautifully.

Bible Study Opportunity

We will begin a five week study session entitled “Embracing An Adult Faith” by Marcus Borg and Tim Scorer. “Embracing an Adult Faith is an exciting, five-session adult-formation resource for those seeking a richer understanding of issues in contemporary Christian practice and theology: Who is Jesus: Who is God? What is salvation? How do we practice our faith? How do we live in community?. Making use of a DVD and small group discussion we will ask the questions and learn from one another as we grow in our understanding of God and faith. Evening sessions will take place on Monday evenings, February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 5 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Day sessions will take place on Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 beginning at 10 a.m.

Member Information Classes

Interested in learning more about Atonement and its ministry? Wondering how and when and if its time to become a member? Looking to refresh the faith and understanding? Then you have come to the right place. For those interested we will gather for two evenings to focus on the Lutheran Church, Atonement’s ministry, basic theological concepts and focal points and other questions and concerns that may arise around the opportunity to become a member of Atonement. See Pastor Macholz for further details. In the meantime please plan on joining with him on February 8^th and 15^th at 7:30 p.m. in the library. There’s a sign up sheet in the Narthex if you’d like to announce your intentions. Please feel free to invite a friend.

Brighton Coalition Spring Candy Sale

The annual fundraiser for the Brighton Churches Habitat Coalition will begin today and continue until Feb. 19. There is a good variety of items to choose from.......milk, dark and sugar-free chocolate, jelly beans, plus some non-candy items as well. Payment is due when you place the order. Proceeds will benefit the next BCHC-sponsored house built with Flower City Habitat for Humanity. Delivery will be March 25. Your support is appreciated

OFFICE NOTES

Don’t forget to check the sign up sheet in the Narthex to see when you can help us keep the sidewalks clear for worship services - Thank you!

There’s also a sign-up sheet to help host the coffee and bagels between services on Sunday mornings… It involves making the coffee, setting out the bagels and cream cheese, and cleaning up afterwards. One of the “regulars” would be happy to show you the ropes.

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UPCOMING

Monday, February 6 Bible Study 7:30 PM

Wednesday, February 8 Bible Study 10 AM

Member Information Class 7:30 PM

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 2/5

Assistant Minister: Margaret Kaminsky

Communion Asst: Vi Price

Children’s Moment: Andra/ Alyssa

Reader: Jean Seager

Acolyte 8:45: Annie Bartlett

Acolyte 11:15: Femi Thompson

Host 8:45: Carol Pearson

Host 11:15: Rebecca/ Kevin Thompson

Usher 8:45: Jack Teter

Usher 11:15: Karan Thompson

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Barb Seils

Counter: Stew Stover

Altar Care: J. Karsten/ J. Seager

Coffee and bagels: Heinigs

Snow Shoveling: Macholz

January 29

2012-01-26T14:25:00.000-05:00

Fourth Sunday of Epiphany

January 29, 2012

WELCOME

In Deuteronomy God promises to raise up a prophet like Moses, who will speak for God; in Psalm 111 God shows the people the power of God's works. For the church these are ways of pointing to the unique authority people sensed in Jesus' actions and words. We encounter that authority in God's word, around which we gather, the word that trumps any lesser spirit that would claim power over us, freeing us to follow Jesus.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

Join us this morning between services for our Annual Congregational meeting. Your input is valued.

OFFICE NOTES

Don’t forget to check the sign up sheet in the Narthex to see when you can help us keep the sidewalks clear for worship services - Thank you!

Bible Study Opportunity

We will begin a five week study session entitled “Embracing An Adult Faith” by Marcus Borg and Tim Scorer. This will take place during both evening and day sessions, offering folks the opportunity at a time helpful for them.; the classes being identical. “Embracing an Adult Faith is an exciting, five-session adult-formation resource for those seeking a richer understanding of issues in contemporary Christian practice and theology: Who is Jesus: Who is God? What is salvation? How do we practice our faith? How do we live in community?. Making use of a DVD and small group discussion we will ask the questions and learn from one another as well as the authors as we grow in our understanding of God and faith. Evening sessions will take place on Monday evenings, February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 5 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Day sessions will take place on Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 beginning at 10 a.m.

PRAYER SHAWL KNITTERS

We need your help! The prayer shawl supply has been diminished and we are anxious to keep this ministry active. If you are a knitter and are willing to provide a shawl/s, please let Vi Price know. Vi can be reached at viprice@rochester.rr.com or by phone at 617-4261. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!

Member Information Classes

RECYCLE THOSE CHRISTMAS CARDS

Be green and bring in your Christmas cards. There will be a box in the Narthex to collect them and they will be put to good use in a future craft project.

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UPCOMING

Wednesday, February 1 Bible Study 10 AM

Thursday, February 2 Chime Choir 6 PM

Contemporary Worship Ensemble Rehearsal 7:15 pm

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 1/29

Assistant Minister: Karen Grover

Communion Asst: Vi Price

Children’s Moment: Margaret Kaminsky

Reader: Jack Teter

Acolyte 8:45: Katie Krapf

Acolyte 11:15: Regan Potter

Host 8:45: Betty Middlebrook

Host 11:15: Marion Ginegaw

Usher 8:45: Bob Heinig

Usher 11:15:

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Bryan Howe

Counter: Roberta Paul

Altar Care: L. Macholz/ T. Klassen

Coffee and bagels: Sanko/Goodyear

Snow Shoveling: Heinig

week of January 15

2012-01-12T14:43:00.001-05:00

Second Sunday of Epiphany

January 15, 2012

WELCOME

All the baptized have a calling in God's world. God calls not just the clergy but also the youngest child, like Samuel. The story of the calling of Nathanael plays with the idea of place. Nathanael initially dismisses Jesus because he comes from Nazareth. But where we come from isn't important; it's where—or rather whom—we come to. Jesus refers to the story of the vision of Jacob, who called the place of his vision "the house of God, and ... the gate of heaven" (Gen. 28:17). Jesus says he himself is the place where Nathanael will meet God.
Martin Luther King Jr., renewer of society, martyr, died 1968
An American prophet of justice among races and nations, King was an eloquent preacher, a leader of the nonviolent resistance to race-segregated society, and recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964. Born on this date, he was assassinated on April 4, 1968.

MEN’S BREAKFAST

We will gather again on January 21st at 8 AM. Sign up in the Narthex to attend. Coffee and conversation will follow breakfast in the form of a Bible Study and we’ll wrap up the morning at 9:30 at the latest. All are welcome.

OFFICE NOTES

The deadline for news and dates to be included in the February edition of the Tidings is today, January 15th. Thank you.
If you’ve moved or changed your email or phone number, please be sure to let the office know. Also, please let us know if you are hospitalized or have any prayer requests.

Don’t forget to check the sign up sheet in the Narthex to see when you can help us keep the sidewalks clear for worship services - Thank you!

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

Mark your calendars for our Annual Congregational meeting on Sunday, January 29th at 10 AM, between services.

YOUTH GROUP

Pageantry for the Festival of Epiphany, tonight at Incarnate Word Lutheran Church. A magical mystical feast for the senses! Starts @ 7:00 PM We will leave Atonement at 6:30 p.m. Friends and family welcome.

YOUNG FAMILIES

Next Sunday, January 22, from 5:30-7:00 PM - Young Families group will gather for dinner and play games. Please bring a dish to share. We will eat together as families from 5:30- 6:00 and will then have games and fun afterwards.

RECYCLE THOSE CHRISTMAS CARDS

Be green and bring in your Christmas cards. There will be a box in the Narthex to collect them and they will be put to good use in a future craft project.

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UPCOMING

Sunday, January 15 Deadline for Tidings

Youth group meet at 6:30 to go to Epiphany festival

Monday, January 16 Martin Luther King Day - Office Closed

Thursday, January 19 Chime Choir 6 PM

Contemporary Ensemble Rehearsal 7:15 PM

Friday, January 20 Discovery Kids 6:30 PM

Saturday, January 21 Men’s Breakfast 8 AM

Sunday, January 22 Young Families 5 PM

Monday, January 23 BoM Meeting 6 PM

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 1/15

Assistant Minister: Deb Johnson

Communion Asst: Judy Lazenby

Children’s Moment: John Macholz

Reader: Linda Krapf

Acolyte 8:45: Carrie Bartlett

Acolyte 11:15: Michael Kruidenier

Host 8:45: Carol Pearson

Host 11:15: Karan Thompson

Usher 8:45: Ken Klassen

Usher 11:15: Tom Thompson

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Bryan Howe

Counter: John Kruidenier

Altar Care: L. Macholz/ T. Klassen

Coffee and bagels: Heinigs

Week of January 8

2012-01-05T20:46:00.001-05:00

Baptism of Our Lord

January 8, 2012

WELCOME

Our re-creation in baptism is an image of the Genesis creation, where the Spirit/wind moved over the waters. Both Mark's gospel and the story in Acts make clear that it is the Spirit's movement that distinguishes Jesus’ baptism from John's. The Spirit has come upon us as upon Jesus and the Ephesians, calling us God’s beloved children and setting us on Jesus’ mission to re-create the world in the image of God’s vision of justice and peace.

SNOW SHOVELING

Don’t forget to check the sign up sheet in the Narthex to see when you can help us keep the sidewalks clear for worship services - Thank you!

MEN’S BREAKFAST

OFFICE NOTES

Annual Reports from Directors and Team Leaders are due this Sunday, January 8th. Please email them to Kristin at office@atonementrochester.org.

The deadline for news and dates to be included in the February edition of the Tidings is Sunday, January 15th. Thank you.
If you’ve moved or changed your email or phone number, please be sure to let the office know. Also, please let us know if you are hospitalized or have any prayer requests.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

Mark your calendars for our Annual Congregational meeting on Sunday, January 29th at 10 AM, between services.

UPCOMING

Sunday, January 8 Deadline for Annual Report submissions

Thursday, January 12 Chime Choir 6 PM

Friday, January 13 Family Fun Night 6:30 PM

Sunday, January 15 Deadline for Tidings

Monday, January 16 Martin Luther King Day - Office Closed

Thursday, January 19 Chime Choir 6 PM

Contemporary Ensemble Rehearsal 7:15 PM

Friday, January 20 Discovery Kids 6:30 PM

Saturday, January 21 Men’s Breakfast 8 AM

Sunday, January 22 Young Families 5 PM

Monday, January 23 BoM Meeting 6 PM

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 1/8

Assistant Minister: Eric Domroes

Communion Asst: Sue Hauck

Children’s Moment: Gary Lazenby

Reader: Norm Karsten

Acolyte 8:45: Annie Bartlett

Acolyte 11:15: Kevin Thompson

Host 8:45: Judy Karsten

Host 11:15: Karen Goodyear

Usher 8:45: Norm Karsten

Usher 11:15: Karan Thompson

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Barb Seils

Counter: Tom Thompson

Altar Care: L. Macholz/ T. Klassen

Coffee and bagels: D. Johnson/K. Goodyear

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Additional information for visitors can be found on the back inside cover of the hymnal

December 18

2011-12-15T14:31:00.001-05:00

Fourth Sunday in Advent

December 18th, 2011

WELCOME

God keeps the promise made to David, to give him an everlasting throne. The angel tells Mary that God will give David's throne to her son Jesus. She is perplexed by Gabriel's greeting and by the news of her coming pregnancy, but she is able still to say, "Count me in." We who know that Jesus is called king only as he is executed still find it a mystery hard to fathom, but with Mary today we hear the news of what God is up to and say, "Count us in."

POINSETTIAS

This morning is the last day to order a poinsettia in memory or honor of a loved one. The plants will decorate the altar on Christmas Eve and may be picked up after the 9:00 PM service. Order forms are available on the table in the Narthex.

OFFERING ENVELOPES

2012 offering envelopes are now available. Check your Narthex or Church Office mailbox and save the church from having to mail them to you.

SUNDAY SCHOOOL PAGEANT

Please join us this morning between worship services (approximately 10:15 AM) Come; hear and see the Christmas story through the eyes and hearts of our young people.

Advent Collections

Thank you for your generosity in supporting our weekly collections.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Brighton Coalition of Churches Habitat for Humanity is building at 91 Orchard Street. We are having an Atonement Day on January 21^st at 8:45 AM. Sign up to work with Pastor Macholz and others from Atonement! The work at that point will be mostly indoor “finishing” work – painting, trim work, etc. If you can’t make it that day, we need volunteers on Tuesdays, Thursdays or Saturdays at least through January. There is a sign-up sheet in the hallway next to the nursery or you can E-Mail Nancy Beeley (NancyBob11@AOL.com) or call her at 586-5736 if interested in participating.

SNOW SHOVELING

Don’t forget to check the sign up sheet in the Narthex to see when you can help us keep the sidewalks clear for worship services - including Christmas Eve. Thank you!

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 12/18

Assistant Minister: Eric Domroes

Communion Asst: Jim Krapf

Children’s Moment: Brother Christopher

Reader: Skip Waterstreet

Acolyte 8:45: David Wilkinson

Acolyte 11:15: Femi Thompson

Host 8:45: Barb Goodrich

Host 11:15: Rebecca /Kevin Thompson

Usher 8:45: Skip Waterstreet

Usher 11:15: Karan Thompson

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Bob Touhsaent

Counter: Roberta Paul

Altar Care: J. Lazenby/ K. Grover

offee and bagels: Sanko

December 11

2011-12-08T13:28:00.000-05:00

Third Sunday in Advent

December 11th, 2011

WELCOME

"Rejoice always," begins the reading from First Thessalonians. Isaiah and the psalmist make clear that God is turning our mourning into laughter and shouts of joy. "All God's children got a robe," go the words of the spiritual. It is not so much a stately, formal, pressed outfit as it is a set of party clothes, clothes that make us feel happy just to put on. We receive that robe in baptism, and in worship we gather for a foretaste of God's party.

ADULT FORUM

Muffy Meisenzahl is back to talk about disaster response. As the name implies this session will focus on how we respond to disasters, what we can expect and what are ways that we can be of help. We’ll talk about organizations that offer opportunities and other options available.

POINSETTIAS

Orders will be taken until Sunday, December 19th. The plants will decorate the altar on Christmas Eve and may be picked up after the 9:00 PM service. Order forms are available on the table in the Narthex.

OFFERING ENVELOPES

2012 offering envelopes are now available. Check your Narthex or Church Office mailbox and save the church from having to mail them to you.

Advent Collections

On Sundays during Advent we will have the opportunity to bring gifts for non-profit agencies: Next Sunday - December 18: St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center: Liquid laundry and dishwashing detergent, 2012 Calendars, Personal toiletries: soap, lotion, shampoo, razors, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes

Men’s Breakfast Club

We will gather again on December 17th at 8 AM. Sign up in the Narthex to attend. Coffee and conversation will follow breakfast in the form of a Bible Study and we’ll wrap up the morning at 9:30 at the latest. All are welcome.

SUNDAY SCHOOOL PAGEANT

The pageant will be presented next Sunday, December 18^th between worship services (approximately 10:15 AM) The dress rehearsal is Saturday, December 17^th from 9:30 AM to 11 AM. All Sunday School Students, Youth assistants and teachers should plan to attend dress rehearsal for the Sunday School Christmas Program. Come; hear and see the Christmas story through the eyes and hearts of our young people.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Carol and John Condemi Gift of Music Fund Deadline

The deadline for the submission of project ideas for potential funding from the 2012 Condemi Fund disbursement is December 15. Application forms can be found on the bulletin board across from the library or online at www.atonementrochester.org. Submit forms to Joshua Brown, Director of Music Ministries (jhbrown@atonementrochester.org) or Liz Ovando (ovege720@gmail.com) for further information.

CHRISTMAS OFFERING ENVELOPES

The Christmas offering envelopes that are usually included in the mailing of the Tidings are available on the table in the narthex for those of you reading the newsletter on the web or in email.

SNOW SHOVELING

We are in need of your help! Please sign up to help keep the sidewalks free of snow and ice on Sunday mornings. You can sign up for one Sunday or more. All tools necessary to complete the task are supplied. The latest in snow removal implements and ice melting substances come free with the job.

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 12/11

Assistant Minister: Karen Grover

Communion Asst: Vi Price

Children’s Moment: Margaret Kaminsky

Reader: Jean Seager

Acolyte 8:45: CeCe Tassone

Acolyte 11:15: Regan Potter

Host 8:45: Teddy Klassen

Host 11:15: Tom Thompson

Usher 8:45: Ken Klassen

Usher 11:15: Karen Goodyear

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Bryan Howe

ounter: John Kruidenier

Altar Care: J. Lazenby/ K. Grover

Coffee and bagels: Macholz

December 4

2011-12-01T11:51:00.000-05:00

Second Sunday in Advent

December 4th, 2011

WELCOME

John called people to repent, to clear the decks, to completely reorder their lives so that nothing would get in the way of the Lord's coming. The reading from Isaiah gives the context for this radical call: the assurance of forgiveness that encourages us to repent; the promise that the coming one will be gentle with the little ones. Isaiah calls us all to be heralds with John, to lift up our voices fearlessly and say, "See, your God is coming!" We say it to one another in worship, in order to say it with our lives in a world in need of justice and peace.

John of Damascus, theologian and hymnwriter, died around 749. A monk in an abbey near Jerusalem, John wrote many hymns as well as theological works. One of his works, The Fount of Wisdom, remained influential for centuries.

ADULT FORUM

Mary Louise “Muffy” Meisenzahl, former Administrator of the Monroe County Office of Emergency Management, will be with us on this Sunday to focus on Disaster Preparedness. What do we need to do in order to be ready for a disaster in our homes? What items should we have on hand? How many days worth of water or food should we possess? What is essential to the process? Muffy will speak on these questions and more.

RIT CAMPUS MINISTRY

Atonement will be hosting a dinner for RIT Lutheran Campus Ministry on Sun. Dec 11th. We need some assistance with food, serving and clean-up. As meal providers, we are also welcome to join the students for their worship service. The service is at 6:00 with dinner following at 7:00. Please sign up on the bulletin board in the Narthex or see Jean Seager for details.

Advent Collections

On Sundays during Advent we will have the opportunity to bring gifts for non-profit agencies.

Next Sunday - December 11: DayStar residents:

Baby Diapers, in sizes 4 & 5

Baby Wipes

Clorox Wipes

Paper Towels

Donations may be placed in the box in the Narthex.

Last week your generosity allowed us to take over 42 bags of food to the Brighton Food Depot. The gentleman who received them was thrilled. Thanks for your generosity!

ADVENT ADVENTURES

Children in grades K-5 are invited to join us this Saturday, December 10^th from 10 AM to 1 PM for a morning of crafts and gift making, song and stories, watching “The Little Drummer Boy”, games, fun and a birthday party for Jesus! A hot lunch is included. Cost is $5.00. Please contact Br. Christopher, Youth & Family Minister at yfm@atonementrochester.org or by phone at 585-355-1406

AROUND TOWN

Messiah Sing Along, December 10th, 7:00 PM, Reformation Lutheran Church, 111 North Chestnut Street in Downtown Rochester, 14604; 585-454-3367. Handicap accessible. Led by student singers and instrumentalists from the Eastman School of Music. Bring your own score of Handel's MESSIAH or rent one for a nominal fee. All are most welcome to join in singing this beloved work!

Thank You!

Black Friday’s weather was like a beautiful early fall day and 11 folks spent several hours cleaning up leaves and other debris around Atonement’s property. Three large piles of their “handiwork” were picked up by the Brighton Highway Dept. early the next week. Many thanks to the workers: Bob Heinig, Dave Irish, Judy Karsten, Judy & Gary Lazenby, John Macholz, Milt Pearson, Richard Phelps, Barb Sanko, and Stew Stover.

Norm Karsten, Coordinator

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UPCOMING

Thursday, December 8 Chime Choir 6 PM

Contemporary Ensemble rehearsal 7:15 PM

Saturday, December 10 Advent Adventures 10 AM

Sunday, December 11 Youth group 6 PM

RIT Dinner 6 PM

Monday, December 12 BoM meeting 6 PM (Lazenby home)

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 12/4

Assistant Minister: Margaret Kaminsky

Communion Asst: Judy Lazenby

Children’s Moment: Gary Lazenby

Reader: Kathy Wilkinson

Acolyte 8:45: Branwyn Wilkinson

Acolyte 11:15: Rebecca Thompson

Host 8:45: Jean Seager

Host 11:15: Marion Ginegaw

Usher 8:45: Norm Karsten

Usher 11:15:

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Bryan Howe

Counter: John Kruidenier

Altar Care: J. Lazenby/ K. Grover

Coffee and bagels: Betti

November 27

2011-11-23T12:56:00.001-05:00

First Sunday in Advent

November 27th, 2011

WELCOME

Stir up your power, and come! The psalmist's plea in Psalm 80:2 has become familiar to us in the Advent prayers. Isaiah wants God to rip the heavens open. Both cry out for an apparently distant, angry God to show up, to save, to restore. When we hear Jesus describing the coming of the Son of Man with stars falling from heaven, it can sound dire and horrible, not like anything we would ever hope for. But when we really look at the suffering of people God loves, we can share the hope that God would tear open the heavens and come.

RIT CAMPUS MINISTRY

Advent Collections

There will be four Advent Sundays when we will have the opportunity to bring gifts for non-profit agencies: Next Sunday - December 4: Salvation Army (our Labors of Love recipient):

Toothbrushes

toothpaste deodorant

men's razors

men's and women's socks

boxer shorts

Combs shampoo

Thank you for your support!

Advent Lessons and Carols with

Mitzie Collins and Striking Strings

This year’s Advent Lessons and Carols service on Friday, December 2nd will feature Striking Strings, the Eastman Community Music School Hammered Dulcimer Ensemble. The evening’s music will also include a Latvian Advent carol arranged for the group by Striking Strings member Linda Sniedze Taggart.

Come early for a potluck dinner at 6 PM, concert at 7 PM. A free-will offering will support the Brighton Food Cupboard.

ADVENT ADVENTURES

Children in grades K-5 are invited to join us on Saturday, December 10^th from 10 AM to 1 PM for a morning of crafts and gift making, song and stories, watching “The Little Drummer Boy”, games, fun and a birthday party for Jesus! A hot lunch is included. Cost is $5.00. Please contact Br. Christopher, Youth & Family Minister at yfm@atonementrochester.org or by phone at 585-355-1406

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 11/27

Assistant Minister: Deb Johnson

Communion Asst: Jim Krapf

Children’s Moment: Pastor Macholz

Reader: Kathy Heinig

Acolyte 8:45: Regan Potter

Acolyte 11:15: Kevin Thompson

Host 8:45: Barb Goodrich

Host 11:15: Karan Thompson

Usher 8:45:

Usher 11:15: Tom Thompson

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Jim Krapf

Counter: Tom Thompson

Altar Care: J. Karsten/ J. Seager

Coffee and bagels: Deb Johnson

November 20

2011-11-16T13:50:00.001-05:00

Christ the King Sunday

WELCOME

On this final Sunday of the church year our gospel is Jesus' great story of judgment. In the end, the faithful are those who served Christ by ministering to those who are poor, hungry, naked, sick, or estranged. In the first reading God is the shepherd who seeks the lost, weak, and injured and feeds them with justice. We gather this day to celebrate the reign of Christ and his victory over death, yet awaiting the consummation of all things yet to come. Acknowledging Christ as our merciful ruler, we go forth that his reign may be known in our loving words and deeds.

THANKSGIVING EVE WORSHIP

Come, You Thankful People Come!

Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Fairport and Atonement Lutheran Church will join for worship on Thanksgiving Eve at 7:30 pm at Bethlehem, 48 Perrin Street in Fairport. Pastors from both congregations are working together on the service and preaching tasks for the evening as we give thanks for our many blessings and gifts.

Commitment Sunday

Today is Commitment Sunday. We are requesting that Commitment Cards be placed in the offering plate. Today we are not focusing on simply increasing member donations to the church. We are celebrating the wonderful ministries provided by our Atonement family. We are grateful for Atonement and the good works that are done. Each year we should look again at our commitment of our time, talents, and finances to the Lord’s work at Atonement and see if they need changing. Prayerfully consider your commitments to Atonement for 2012 to support our various ministries.

RIT CAMPUS MINISTRY

Advent Collections

There will be four Advent Sundays when we will have the opportunity to bring gifts for non-profit agencies. 1st Sunday - November 27th: Brighton Food Depot:

Soup Cereal Canned vegetables and beans

Canned meat/tuna fish Canned fruits Mac and cheese

Peanut butter and jelly Pasta Boxed or canned entrée

Tomato sauce Side dish (rice, potatoes)

Wegman’s gift cards so they can buy turkeys or hams.

Advent Lessons and Carols with Mitzie Collins and Striking Strings

Come early for a potluck dinner at 6 PM, concert at 7 PM. A free-will offering will support the Brighton Food Cupboard.

Thanksgiving Pie Sale

Today is the last day to order a delicious pie from Kelly's Farm Market in Hilton. All proceeds will go toward the Habitat house our coalition is currently building. See Barb Sanko if you have questions.

Alternative to Shopping on Black Friday

You may have noticed that a lot of leaves have fallen on Atonement property. On Friday, Nov. 25^th at 9:00 AM you are encouraged to join a gathering to rake and blow the leaves into piles for town pickup. This is a big job for a few or a small job for many. Bring rakes, blowers and tarps. If you don’t have these items, come anyway as we will have extras. Contact Norm Karsten 223-1431 with questions. We will work as long as there isn’t more than a dusting of snow or a light rain.

ADVENT ADVENTURES

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 11/20

Assistant Minister: Karen Grover

Communion Asst: Sue Hauck

Children’s Moment: Margaret Kaminsky

Reader: Susan Touhsaent

Acolyte 8:45: Katie Krapf

Acolyte 11:15: Michael Kruidenier

Host 8:45: Pat Foucht

Host 11:15: Tom Thompson

Usher 8:45: Carl Foucht

Usher 11:15: Karen Goodyear

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Jim Krapf

Counter: Nancy Beeley

Altar Care: J. Karsten/ J. Seager

Coffee and bagels: Sanko

November 13

2011-11-10T15:21:00.000-05:00

22nd Sunday After Pentecost

November 13th, 2011

WELCOME

Our readings during November speak of the end times. Zephaniah proclaims that the coming day of the Lord will be filled with wrath and distress. Paul says it will come like a thief in the night and urges us to be awake and sober. Jesus tells the parable of the talents, calling us to use our gifts, while we still have time, for the greater and common good. In a world filled with violence and despair, we gather around signs of hope—word, water, bread and wine—eager to welcome the good news of Christ's coming among us.

This morning we welcome Lauren Cauley, a violin performance major at the Eastman School of Music where she studies with Charles Castleman. At Eastman, Lauren is the recipient of the four-year Howard Hanson Scholarship, the George Eastman Grant, and Harold & Edith Smith Frank Scholarship. Ms. Cauley began her violin studies at the age of eight as a student of Joana Genova Rudiakov in Manchester, Vermont. She continued her studies at the Michael Rudiakov Music Academy until the age of 17 when she became a student of Deborah Buck (Lark Quartet). She has attended summer programs at Kinhaven Music School, the Meadowmount School of Music, Chautauqua Institution Music School and the Castleman Quartet Program. In addition, Ms. Cauley has performed around the world. We give thanks this morning for the Carol and John Condemi Gift of Music Fund which has made this musical offering possible.

Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study

We will gather again on November 19th at 8 AM. Sign up in the Narthex to attend. Coffee and conversation will follow breakfast in the form of a Bible Study and we’ll wrap up the morning at 9:30 at the latest. All are welcome.

Thanksgiving Pie Sale

Orders can be placed from now until 20; forms will be placed on a table in the Narthex. The fresh pies are made by Kelly's Farm Market in Hilton and are available in: Apple Crumb, Apple Raspberry, Apple Cranberry & Pumpkin, and cost $14.50 each. A smaller pan of Apple Crisp is also being offered at $11.00. Pies will be delivered to church on Tuesday, Nov. 22 and you may pick up your order between 4 & 6PM in Reissig Hall. All proceeds will go toward the Habitat house our coalition is currently building. See Barb Sanko if you have questions

DISCIPLESHIP

Apple pie makers needed Fri., Nov. 18 to make 24 pies for Community Lutheran Ministries Thanksgiving Dinner. Join us at 9:00 in Founders Hall. Please bring your favorite apple peeler.

We would also like to help provide canned jellied cranberry and turkey gravy to help with their dinner. A collection tote is located in the narthex.

These are great opportunities to serve our Lord through feeding the less fortunate.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Brighton Coalition of Churches Habitat for Humanity has started a build at 91 Orchard Street. Atonement is seeking volunteers to assist with the work on Tuesdays, Thursdays or Saturdays from November to January. There’s a sign-up sheet in the hallway or you can e-mail Nancy Beeley (NancyBob11@AOL.com) or call her at 586-5736 if interested in participating in the build or if you need more information.

THANKSGIVING EVE WORSHIP

Come, You Thankful People Come!

Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Fairport and Atonement Lutheran Church will join for worship on Thanksgiving Eve at 7:30 pm at Bethlehem. Pastors from both congregations are working together on the service and preaching tasks for the evening as we give thanks for our many blessings and gifts. Join with others to raise your voice in song and prayer and thanksgiving that together we might make known our gratitude and thanks.

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UPCOMING

Sunday, November 13 Young Families 5:30 PM

Youth Group 6:30 PM

Monday, November 14 Adult Forum Meeting 7:30 PM

Wednesday, November 16 Adult Choir 7 PM

Thursday, November 17 Staff meeting 9 AM

Chime Choir 6 PM

Contemporary Ensemble 7:15 PM

Friday, November 18 Pie-making 9 AM

Faith Girlz 6:30 PM

Saturday, November 19 Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study 8 AM

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WORSHIP ASSISTANTS 11/13

Assistant Minister: Margaret Kaminsky

Communion Asst: Vi Price

Children’s Moment: Gary Lazenby

Reader: Skip Waterstreet

Acolyte 8:45: Cece Tassone

Acolyte 11:15: Ben Thompson

Host 8:45: Teddy Klassen

Host 11:15: Ann Patterson

Usher 8:45: Ken Klassen

Usher 11:15: John Tokoli

Asst. Fin. Sec.: Barb Seils

Counter: Stew Stover

Altar Care: B. Goodrich/C. Schmidt

Coffee and bagels: Heinigs

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Upcoming Condemi Fund Sponsored Events

Friday, December 2 – Advent Lessons and Carols

With guest artists Mitzie Collins and Striking Strings, The Eastman Community Music School Hammered Dulcimer Ensemble. 6:00 p.m. Potluck Dinner, 7:00 p.m. Service.