Join Us for Book Club!

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by Cristi Minard

Puddy’s Pages book club, formerly the LCR book club, is named after our beloved leader Meribeth Cooper. Puddy was her nickname and after her passing, the book club wanted to remember Meribeth, her love of books and her ability to bring us together. She was the leader for 6 years and the book club has met for more than 20 years!

My favorite aspect of Puddy’s Pages is the casual setting where we discuss the books, and members share opinions as well as life experiences. Members have even shared memories and photos from travels in regions related to the books. Hearing their firsthand experiences makes for great discussion and provides a deeper perspective on a topic or setting. We even learned how an elephant chased a member!

The club meets every 6 weeks, and readers are welcome to bring food and drinks to share. At the end of the year, readers suggest books for the next reading season. We then vote on the books we would like to read. Each month, we ask a volunteer to lead that month’s book discussion which can be done either in-person or virtually using whatever format they prefer.

Puddy’s Pages will have their kick-off party in September for the 2024-25 reading season. A Zoom link is also available each month for anyone who cannot attend in person. Please join us for the season or even just a month. All are welcome!

Monday, September 16, 2024 @ 6:30 pm
LCR Youth Pavilion
Book discussion: The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese

2024-25 Book Club Meeting Dates

· September 16, 2024 @ 6:30 pm Kick-off Party

· October 28 @ 7:00 pm

· December 9 @ 6:30 pm: Christmas Celebration

· January 20, 2025 @ 7:00 pm

· March 3 @ 7:00 pm

· April 14 @ 7:00 pm

· May 26 @ 6:30 pm: Book End Celebration

Caring for Our Church Family: Extending Christ’s Love Through Shepherd Staff

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Shepherd Staff is a group of people caring for our church family through activities such as

  • sending cards, making phone calls, making in home visits
  • sending Journeying Through Grief booklets to those who have suffered a recent close loss
  • making and delivering Easter and Christmas care packages
  • preparing and delivering meals on a short term basis for those who need a little extra help
  • delivering donated altar flower arrangements to members or nearby facilities
  • welcoming new babies into the church family through a gift and a meal

It is one way of showing God’s love and compassion to each other and to be the hands and feet of Christ to each other and to the community. From the many cards and notes we get from recipients, we know it is very meaningful to them to be cared for and thought of, but it is also a great blessing to those who do this work. So we are blessed in both receiving and in giving!

For God’s Work, Our Hands Sunday, we have two activities planned: One is to make some LCR ornaments to go with our Christmas care packages. Both kids and adults are welcome to join us in crafting!

The second is that we are asking for help with the making of some meals for us to have on hand in the church freezer. These can then be brought to those who could use a meal following surgery, for example, or during an illness, during some type of crisis, for someone who is homebound, and for a variety of other reasons. There are times it is difficult for Shepherd Staff to get a meal made on short notice, so we would like to have some available at church to bring to folks.

On GWOH Sunday, we will have containers for soup/chili that you can bring home, fill, and bring back to church for us to put in the freezer, as well as some 8 x 8 foil containers for casseroles. And of course cookies to freeze are always welcome! There will be sign ups by month, so that we do not get overloaded with meals at any one time, so for example, if you chose January, you could pick up a container now, we’ll label it, and you can bring it back to us filled in January.

Look forward to seeing you September 8th!

Get Involved: Exciting Events to Support Our Outreach Partners

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It doesn’t take much time to notice that Lutheran Church of the Resurrection is incredibly engaged in our community through a number of amazing outreach partners! If you’ve been trying to find a way to get more involved with one of those organizations but don’t have the time to volunteer regularly or can’t do some of the manual work involved…don’t worry! We have three opportunities coming up to enjoy good food, drinks, and entertainment all in support of great causes!

Guatemala Gathering
Support the work of the Lutheran Church in Guatemala and the MILAGRO women’s empowerment center.
September 14 at 5 pm, Epiphany Lutheran, Suwannee

Taste of Habitat 
Join us on September 13th for the 20th Annual “Taste of Habitat” to enjoy great food and auctions while supporting affordable housing in metro-Atlanta.
September 13 at 7 pm, Phase Family Center, Alpharetta

Community Assistance Center Fall Gala
 Enjoy a night of food, fun, and philanthropy as you spend a night Under the Big Top for the annual gala of our mission partner, Community Assistance Center (CAC)!
October 26 at 6-10 pm, Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center

Good Fellowship Dinners – Sign Up by August 27!

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Looking to connect with others in our church community over a relaxed meal? Join the Good Fellowship Dinners, a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow members and build new friendships. Adults will gather in small groups at each other’s homes from September through December. If hosting isn’t feasible or if you can’t commit for all four months, you can still participate as a substitute.

How It Works:

  • Who: All adults are welcome! Whether you’re single or part of a couple, you can join in.
  • What: Monthly dinners with rotating hosts and guests, offering a chance to meet different people each time.
  • Where: Hosts will choose the location—be it their home or another venue. Creativity is encouraged!
  • When: Hosts will coordinate with their assigned guests about two weeks in advance to set the date and time.
  • Bring: Hosts provide the main entrée, while guests bring appetizers, sides, or desserts. Everyone is responsible for their own beverages.

If you need to cancel, let your host know as soon as possible so a substitute can be arranged. For any questions or to contact a host, reach out to Nancy Papp at nancy.papp@harrynorman.com or Jill Gadebusch at jillgadebusch@gmail.com.

Sign up here: Good Fellowship Dinners Sign-Up

Don’t miss this chance to enjoy great food and even better company!

Miracle of Milagro

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by Suzanne Demosthenes

Most of us I dare say have not experienced a miracle within our lifetime, nor probably have we entertained any expectation that we will. Yet when Pastor Karen Castillo envisioned a school for the girls of rural Guatemala, “Milagro”( miracle) was its given name. Girls in Guatemala have at most, access to a 6th grade education at the neighboring school. The expectation for their day is to help in the kitchen, assist in caring for younger siblings and their father, or assume the role of a wife. They are largely forgotten and are told “they can’t.” Their voices carry no authority, they have no rights, and they have no other options. Milagro was begun in 2018 with 3 young girls from the rural congregations that are members of ILAG ( Iglesia Luterana Agustina De Guatemala) our partners in ministry. We at LCR walked alongside as Milagro was conceived, the foundation laid, the beds built. As you pass the peace on Sundays at least one person you greet has probably participated in this ministry. The sweet songs of the student’s Friday evening practice voice their growing self worth and linger in our memories long after we have returned home.

“Blessed are those who love God.
God dwells in their heart night and day.
They serve the Lord with love,
like a tree along the edge of a river, which bears much fruit and never dries up.”

We have witnessed the school flourish from 3 to 15 young women, their initial downcast eyes now rise to meet your gaze as they confidently speak their dreams. We see the hope of spiritual leaders that will return to their communities to teach, exemplify, and inspire others. Is that not akin to Christ’s intent for His miracles, to strive to be our best person, Spirit led, impacting others to know their worth as God’s children?

Prayers for a New School Year

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As backpacks are packed with brand-new school supplies and pencils sharpened (wait, is that even a thing anymore?!) we wanted to share some prayers you can join us in praying in this back to school season. Use them with your household, pray them for Brumby and other local schools, pass them along to your friends and relatives.

May these words be a source of strength, guidance, and joy as we enter into this new season.

A Prayer for Students Going to School
Dear God, thank you for being with me always. As I start a new school year, bless my learning and growing. Help me be kind to others. Help me listen well. Help me have fun. Thank you for your love that embraces me completely. Amen.

A Prayer for High School and College Students
Gracious God, You are with me as I embark on my academic journey. Grant me well-being and the strength to overcome challenges. In all my actions and words, may I strive for kindness, compassion, and purpose. Guide me to fulfill my potential and embrace the path you have laid before me. Amen.

A Prayer for Parents
Almighty God, You are our guide through uncertainty and our protector in this journey of life. Grant us wisdom to navigate this new phase of life, courage to face our fears, and strength to overcome challenges. Fill us with peace as we entrust our children to your care. Amen.

A Prayer for Teachers, Staff and Administrators
God of grace, you offer wisdom to those who seek it. We pray for our school teachers, staff, and administrators. Grant them clarity, perseverance, and dedication. Bestow upon them wisdom and truth to guide them for the sake of all students and households in their care. Amen.

Prayers adapted from Rev. Dr. W. David O. Taylor

Bible Buffs (And Everybody Else) Wanted!

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Join us for an evening of good clean competition and fun with Bible Trivia Night on Saturday, July 27 at 6:00 pm! Put together a team of 2-4 players and bring a dish to share. Food and fellowship start at 6:00 pm, then we’ll get into our teams to kick off trivia at 6:30.

Rev. Rich Leseganich and Music Director Julian Calvin will host and emcee for the night and rumor has it there will be a prize for the winning team. You can sign up online with a team name, or if you don’t have a team we can find you one.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to test your knowledge, enjoy delicious food, and connect with community!

RSVP online today.

Coming Soon: Uncomfortable Questions

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Some people prefer their faith to be neatly organized and comfortable. Others prefer their faith to be messy and challenging. There is a space for both in vibrant faith communities. As Lutherans, much of our faith is paradoxical: saint/sinner, law/gospel, theology of the cross/theology of glory.

Join Pastor Rich and others from LCR to dive into the messy part of faith, where we will live and thrive in the question and paradox rather than in concrete answers. All participants should expect to be uncomfortable, messy, and open in a setting where all are welcomed and honored for their perspectives.

Classes will begin July 28 at 12:15pm. Lunch provided.

Sign-up here if interested.

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