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We Care Because He Cares!
2401 S. Tamiami Trail
Venice, Florida 34293
(941) 493-5102
www.LakesideLutheranChurch.net
MAY 2016 EDITION
BOARD OF ELDERS ADJUST SERVICE TIMES
Lakeside Church had an increase in attendance this past season. With the increase in attendance and the unusual amount of rain this past winter, parking was a challenge. The Board of Elders heard stories of people coming to
worship and leaving as they could not find a parking space. We are thankful for our neighbor “Classic Creations”
for allowing us to use their parking lot. Beginning on October 16th, we will hold three worship services. The
first will be a traditional service at 7:45 a.m. The second will be a contemporary service at 9:00 a.m. The
third service will be a traditional worship service at 10:30. The shift in start times should allow the parking lot
to empty out after each service. We are announcing the change in advance as we will need to change our signage, bulletins and advertising. The summer schedule for 2016 is a contemporary service at 9:15 and a traditional service at 10:30. Both services this summer will be held in the sanctuary. Holy Communion will be offered
at both services on the first and third Sundays of the month.
SUMMER FINANCIAL SITUATION
We have had a good financial season with additional support for the Summer Fund. The only unknown is
when we have a major building expense that would drain our Summer Fund. Hopefully we will be free from
major repairs and please no lighting strikes! The 2016 Summer Fund is always open if you would like to make
a contribution.
MEMORIAL GARDEN
This ministry of our church has been a blessing to many families. The garden receives the earthly cremains of our
members who have expressed the desire to be placed there at their death. The only cost is for the marker and
the number medallion of the place of interment. Please stop by the church office for more information. Thank you
to Ray and Barbara Steinwehe for keeping the records and maintaining the garden. It looks beautiful!
SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Traditional
10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary
Contemporary
9:15 a.m. in the Sanctuary
MISSION STATEMENT
“United by the all-embracing love of the Triune
God, our purpose is to know and share
Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and
through the enabling power of the Holy
Spirit become more active, responsible,
caring members of this church, carrying out
our part of His mission.”
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
Monday—Wednesday
8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Thursday
8:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.
Closed on Fridays
Our ushers do a great job! The ushers help our worship in many
ways. From greeting, to collecting the offering and guiding us to the
communion rail they are the best. The Easter attendance was
1,050! The ushers guided so many to have a great worship experience that day. We are now in need of a new Lead Usher and
other ushers to fill out our teams. Please speak to Pastor Winkel
or lead usher Bruce Fenton, (941) 485-8532, if you would be willing
to serve. We will train you!
THANK YOU TO JOE LEHNER
We want to thank our lead trustee, Joe Lehner, for his great service to the ministry at Lakeside Church and Preschool. Many of
you have commented how nice our buildings and grounds are
looking. This and many more out of sight items were accomplished
under his leadership. Joe will finish his service on May 9th. Thank
you Joe for all you have done!
We have begun our summer office schedule. The church
office will be open on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
from 8:00 to 4:00. On Thursday we will open at 8:00 and
close at 2:00. The office is closed on Fridays. The church
has a good telephone system with a lot of information options when you call. There is also a voice mail system for
the staff.
SUMMER CONFIRMATION CLASSES
Confirmation is an opportunity to learn the basics of our Christian faith.
This opportunity will be offered June 13 through 17 for students entering at least the six grade in the fall. Please telephone the church office
at (941) 493-5102 or email the office at llc@lakesidelutheran.net by
May 15th if you would like to attend.
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Submitted by Donna Smith
CHOIR REHEARSAL
Resumes October 12th
PRAISE BAND REHEARSAL
Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
MUSIC NOTES
Thank you to everyone who helped in the music program this season. It was a
very good year.
Summer is a time for planning the next year. We have begun by scheduling a
few people to present special music at the traditional service during the summer months. Tasha Scott, the Venice Symphony harpist, is bringing her harp
ensemble to play. For those who are in the choir and are here during the summer - Gloria Deo (a choral reading session) will be held in Sarasota on Saturday, August 20. This is a great opportunity to hear choir anthems for the upcoming season, to meet new people, and to enjoy the day with other Lakeside
choir members. Choir resumes on October 12th, so mark your calendars.
Donna Smith
drsmith90@comcast.net, (941) 468-6096
Happenings at our Preschool
Summers at the Preschool is a time of continuing education: first aid/CPR
updates for the team, a time of freshening up the building as all the items from
the classrooms are moved into the hallway and the floors are buffed and
waxed. During this time, we continue to provide quality child care and learning
activities for our children.
Effective June 1st, the recycling of cans program will be terminated. This
program was started up a few years ago for the purpose of being able to
provide a bit of spending money for the teachers who attended education
conferences. Over $50 has been collected from the recycled cans.
Continue to keep our families, our teaching team and office team in your
prayers.
Blessings,
Ms. Dorothy
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PRE-TEEN BIBLE STUDY
Sundays, 9:15-10:15 a.m.
With Ms. Sharon, Youth Bldg
LLC Youth Mission is to serve our
church and community as we grow in Christ.
TEEN BIBLE STUDY
Sundays, 9:15-10:15 a.m.
With Ms. Claudia, CER
The Lakeside Youth have worked hard toward fulfilling their mission statement for the 2015-2016 year … “to grow in Christ as they serve their church
and community and have a little fun.”
M.S. YOUTH GROUP
Wednesdays, 5:45-6:45 p.m.
The students began their year by attending the FL/GA District Middle School
Youth Gathering that was held at the Lake Yale Baptist Convention Center.
They delivered tokens of love to the LLC Shut-ins and have stepped in where
they have been needed. They have enjoyed learning about who they are in
Christ and being an extension of His love and grace.
H.S. YOUTH GROUP
Wednesdays, 7:00-8:25 p.m.
As the school year comes to an end, students are looking forward to summer fun. Cookouts, beach parties and movie
nights are just a couple of ways we plan to spend a few long summer days. As we look forward to summer fun and relaxation, the students are also planning to continue their visits with the Lakeside Lutheran shut-ins and help with vacation
Bible school, as well as partner with the Lakeside Lutheran Social Concerns committee to host our Annual Summer Picnic on August 21st, immediately following the 10:30 service. Be sure to mark your calendars and look for additional information in the bulletins. We look forward to seeing you there.
The LLC youth will continue to meet at church in the Childrens and Youth
building through the end of June. During July and August the students
have numerous activities they will be involved in and our weekly fellowship
will be off site. If you are connected to Facebook, check out the youth
page, our user name is facebook.com/LLCYouth or contact Claudia for
additional information or schedule of events, (941) 468-7721.
Claudia Albert
Youth Ministry Director
“…To those who have been called,
who are loved in God the Father and kept
for Jesus Christ: Mercy, peace and love be
yours in abundance.”
Jude 1:1-2
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ATTENTION LAKESIDE LADIES!
UPCOMING WOMEN’S GUILD EVENTS
May 12 at 11:30
Day of Prayer Luncheon by Rev. Dr. Randy Winkel at Olde World Restaurant.
“MIGHTY MITES” are needed more now than ever. People
everywhere including Florida need help. Just one penny given
by everyone can help many who are in need. The Mites
(money) are given to support the FL-GA District Mission Outreach (see list below). The large
Mite box will be in the Narthex on the following Sundays during the Summer: May 1st, June
5th, July 3rd and August 7th. Remember the Widow who gave of her mites to help others
(Mark 12:41-43). Coins, dollars and checks (made out to Lakeside Lutheran Women’s Guild).
Thank you from the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. Any questions, see Pat Wilcoxen, Lakeside Lutheran Women’s Guild Treasurer.
2014-2016 FL-GA Mission Grants (MITES)
as adopted in Jacksonville, FL
Grant
Concordia Seminary, (CSL) Food Bank St. Louis
Concordia Theological Seminary, Ft. Wayne Food Co-op
Trinity/HOPE
Church Bus for The Lutheran Church of Nassau
Feed My Sheep
Stepping Stone Mission
Brevard Rescue Mission (Melbourne, FL)
Muslim Mission Society
Bread of Life Food Pantry (Melbourne, FL)
Pastoral Scholarships
Non-Pastoral Scholarships
$10,000 PAID
$10,000 PAID
$5,000 PAID
$10,000
$5,000 PAID
$10,000 PAID
$10,000 PAID
$7,500
$4,257.38PAID
$15,000
$15,000
Grant Total
$101,757.38
SOCIAL MEDIA
Are you a Facebooker? Do you Tweet? How about Pin? Search for
Lakeside Lutheran Church on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest to
stay connected to the latest news and fun happenings!
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AMAZON GIVES TO LAKESIDE!
DO YOU SHOP ONLINE? When you shop
online using AMAZON SMILE you will also be
making a donation to Lakeside Lutheran
Church! Amazon Smile is the same trusted company as Amazon, however this is their charitable site.
It’s a simple and automatic way to support Lakeside. When you shop smile.amazon.com, .5% of the
purchase price will be donated to Lakeside. Simply register Lakeside as your charity on your first visit to
AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com) on your Amazon account and we will receive a donation every time
you shop!
The Social Concerns committee will be teaming up with the LLC
Youth to sponsor our annual Church Picnic! Mark your calendars
for Sunday, August 21st. Following the 10:30 service, join your
Lakeside family for food, fun and fellowship! Fun for the whole
family!!
FARM FRESH FUN!
Summer is fast approaching and that means Vacation Bible
School planning has begun. We still need a few more volunteers, so if you are available June 20 to June 24, please call
Phyllis Hoffman at (941) 488-7337. Our first VBS staff meeting
will be Friday, April 8 at 10 a.m. in Meyer Hall. Please join us if at
all possible for this vital youth ministry and community outreach!
MAY PRAYER CHAIN
Neita Andersen - (941) 492-5733
wayneita@comcast.net
is the prayer chain contact for the month of May.
HURRICANE/SEVERE WEATHER CLOSING
JUNE 1—NOVEMBER 30
The 2016 Hurricane Season begins on June 1st. If there is a need
to close the office or cancel a program/worship service, the information will be broadcasted on KIX COUNTRY 92.9 FM, THE JOY
88.1 FM, SNN Channel 6, ABC Channel 7 and on our website.
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