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           You're invited to join us for our Holy Week Services:
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           Maundy Thursday
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            (April 2nd) - 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary 
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            (April 3rd) - 12:00 and 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary 
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            (April 4th) - 7:30 pm at St. Paul's 
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            (April 5th) - 8:30 and 11:00 am in the Sanctuary
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           During the Lenten season, we'll gather for worship each Wednesday evening.
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           Dinner from 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. in the FLC 
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           Worship at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
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           Thank you to our ministry teams for providing the meals! 
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           February 25th - Fellowship Ministry 
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           March 4th - Women's Bible Study 
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           March 11th - Social Ministry
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           March 18th - Men's Wingz Group
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           March 25th - Worship and Music
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      <title>Invitation to Call Committee Input Event</title>
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           Congregation Event with the Call Committee
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           Sunday, February 22, at 4:00 p.m.
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           Family Life Center
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           Childcare and snacks provided
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           The call committee appreciates your trust, patience, and prayerful support as we continue this work of discernment together. If you have questions or would like to share thoughts, please feel free to reach out to any member of the committee.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:40:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Call Committee Update #2</title>
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           Since our first update, the winter storm caused a brief delay in meetings. However, the committee reconvened on February 9th more enthusiastic than ever and excited to continue moving forward in the call process.
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           Recently, the committee has focused on planning the all-congregation study event on February 22nd. We hope you have seen information about this event in the weekly emails and during worship services. The committee strongly encourages everyone to attend so we can gather broad input about the most important ministry tasks and gifts we seek in our next Associate Pastor.
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           Following the congregational event, the committee will carefully review and synthesize the feedback received in order to finalize the Ministry Site Profile, which will be submitted to the synod.
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           As always, please feel free to reach out to any member of the Call Committee with questions. We also ask that you continue to pray for discernment for all involved in this call process.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:36:19 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Call Committee Update #1</title>
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           Welcome to the Call Committee Corner!
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           Every few weeks, the call committee will share an update on the process of seeking and calling a new associate pastor. As a reminder, the call committee is made up of Dick DiBlasio (Chair), J.K. Curry, Anna Everhart, Dave Kline, Karen Kooken, Kent Reichert, Carol Thornton, and Pastor Paul.
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            The committee has met three times so far. The first meeting focused on getting to know one another and gaining an overview of the ELCA call process. For those interested in learning more, visit the
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           The second meeting centered on planning the process ahead. The committee was grateful to welcome Deacon Wendy Roberts, who oversees the call process for the NC Synod. She met with the committee to explain the Synod’s role, outline expectations, and share the support that will be provided throughout this journey.
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           The most recent meeting marked the beginning of one of the most exciting phases of the process: the congregational study. This is the phase where congregational involvement is especially important. Using a variety of methods, the call committee will gather input to help identify the gifts, qualities, and characteristics most needed in our next associate pastor.
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           With that in mind, you are invited to attend the upcoming event:
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      <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:36:27 GMT</pubDate>
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           Pastor Katie is hosting a "Tour of Love" each Tuesday in February!
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           Meet in the FLC at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesdays in February to learn more about our partnerships in the community and see for yourself many ways that God’s love is at work! Watch for weekly details.
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