CONFIRMATION - MAY 1ST

Faith Formation for Life

Jesus said to his disciples: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” – Matthew 28:10-20

Congratulations to this wonderful group of 9th Grade Confirmands

who affirmed their Baptism on May 1st!

Deerfield Lutheran’s Confirmation Ministry is intended and designed to supplement and complement the Christian education and faith nurturing that parents have been doing in the home. This time of preparation is to learn more about Christianity and grow in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Relationships are a strong focus of our program – relationships between students and God, between students and their parents and leaders, and among students and their Christian peers.

What has traditionally been a two-year Confirmation ministry has been spread out Over four-years to give faith-questioning teens many opportunities to learn and experience the love of God in a way that is age-appropriate, family-centered, and is meaningful and relevant to young people’s lives.

Students in 9^th grade focus on becoming disciples of Jesus Christ through their lifestyles, beliefs, values, and involvement in the church and greater community. This stage of confirmation is a time of growth and deeper commitment. Students are matched with an adult “Mentor/FRIEND” during the spring of 8^th grade. Mentors are members of Deerfield Lutheran who are committed to sharing their faith journey and guiding students through activities and discussions that focus on Christian discipleship. Through Wednesday night sessions with mentors, students will explore their personal faith in Jesus Christ and prepare to affirm their Baptism. A mentor supports parents and is an advocate for youth in the congregation. THANK YOU to our mentors for 2011 class!

HOLY WEEK

The Schedule for Holy Week:

Maundy Thursday - April 21st - Worship at 7:00 pm

Good Friday Worship -April 22nd - Worship at 1:30 pm (joint service held at St. Paul Liberty Lutheran on Oak Park Road)

EASTER SUNDAY - April 24th

7:30 am Worship/Communion

9:00 am Worship/ Communion

K.A.I.R. - Helping Others

The Kids Active In Religion- K.A.I.R Group helped with racking on the 17th. It is important to learn the joy in helping and caring for others as our Mission Statement says:

Called in Worship to care for others by sharing Christ's love!

Sunday School Family Fellowship Sunday

Remembering the Bible Stories.

Families of the Sunday School kids were invited to attend Sunday School on the 17th and celebrate the Bible lessons that had been learned throughout the year. They decorated eggs and had various treats. Then in each family basket, items were placed that represented the bible verse or story they had studied. Thank you to Jen and Jenn for planning the successful event!

Jelly Bean Prayer

RED IS FOR THE BLOOD HE GAVE.

GREEN IS FOR THE GRASS HE MADE.

YELLOW IS FOR THE SUN SO BRIGHT.

ORANGE IS FOR THE EDGE OF NIGHT.

BLACK IS FOR THE SINS WE MADE.

WHITE IS FOR THE GRACE HE GAVE.

PURPLE IS FOR HIS HOUR OF SORROW.

PINK IS FOR OUR NEW TOMORROW.

A BAG FULL OF JELLY BEANS
COLORFUL AND SWEET,
IS A PRAYER, IS A PROMISE,
IS A SPECIAL TREAT
MAY THE JOY OF CHRIST'S RESURRECTION
FILL YOUR HEART AND BLESS YOUR LIFE.

Palm Sunday-April 17th

Palm Sunday worship April 17th began in the Narthex as the Sunday School sang "Hosanna" and waved palm branched. This Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. It is remembering when Jesus entered Jerusalem and the crowds greeted him with celebration. The Handbell Choir played as some in the congregation processed in.

It will be five days later that the same crowd will shout to "crucify Him'!

Confirmation Retreat

The Confirmation Class this year is small but mighty. They had a retreat held at the Church on Saturday, April 16th. The students and their mentors completed an Emmaus Walk as they prepared for their Confirmation Day on May 1st.

CHICKEN AND BISCUIT

The Women of Deerfield Lutheran held its Chicken and Biscuit Dinner on April 14, 2011. This event helped raise funds for a lift at that church with construction to begin the middle of May and completion early this summer. The biscuits and gravy making was overseen by Jerry and Don.

Women of the DLC dished up the delicious chicken and biscuits. This time for sharing and visiting with friends was much enjoyed on the cold April evening. Helping serve the tables and clean up were younger members of the church. It took many helping hands and feet to make this event a success; the Women of Deerfield Lutheran thank all who attended this annual event and who ordered carry-outs.

*There is also a Raffle to take place at the Summer Ice Cream Social in June--

Tickets on Sale Now.

Lenten Soup Suppers and Worship

Lent brings with it the Wednesday night Soup Suppers: soup, bread and dessert. There is always plenty!

The 2011 Lenten Midweek Services focused on the ways to pray..a prayer bowl, body movement, beads, with friends, over a cup of coffee. Prayer can be done in various forms and any place.


The evening ended with the Holden Evening Service... the Final Blessing:

May God, Creator bless us and keep us,

May Christ be every light for our lives,

May the Spirit of Love be our guide and path, for all of our days.

AMEN

K.A.I.R. Group Fundraiser

The K.A.I.R. Group had Chili Dinner following worship to raise funds for the lift fund.