Grace Lutheran Evangelical Church

Just a reminder that St John's Bonnechere are having
their Annual Meeting Mar 21 after their service.

Worship Schedule for Mar 7

1) Drive-in and in-church worship at Augsburg starting at 9:00. Service of Holy Communion. 103.9FM

2) Drive-in and in-church worship at Grace starting at 10:30. Service of Holy Communion. 103.7FM

Reminder that Bonnechere will hold their annual meeting on Sunday March 21st immediately after worship.

Rev. Ralph Weigold
Pastor of Grace Eganville, St. John's Bonnechere and St. John's Augsburg
241 Bonnechere St. E; PO Box 394,
Eganville, ON
K0J 1T0

613-628-2867

Third Sunday in Lent Sunday, March 7, 2021

INTRODUCTION OF THE DAY

The third covenant in this year’s Lenten readings is the central one of Israel’s history: the gift of the law to those God freed from slavery. The commandments begin with the statement that because God alone has freed us from the powers that oppressed us, we are to let nothing else claim first place in our lives. When Jesus throws the merchants out of the temple, he is defending the worship of God alone and rejecting the ways commerce and profit-making can become our gods. The Ten Commandments are essential to our baptismal call: centered first in God’s liberating love, we strive to live out justice and mercy in our communities and the world.

In the midst of a seemingly stable religious center, Jesus suggests that the center itself has changed.

PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION

Relying on the promises of God, we pray boldly for the church, the world, and all in need.

There is no God before you. Purify the faith of your church, that your people place their trust in nothing beside you. Your name is holy. Guide your church, that in every situation your people’s words and actions honor your name. Hear us, O God.
YOUR MERCY IS GREAT

The heavens declare your glory. Renew your creation. Provide leaders in the struggle for clean air and water; protect creatures and crops that rely on healthy ecosystems; give all people the willingness to repent when our way of life pollutes the earth and skies. Hear us, O God.
YOUR MERCY IS GREAT

Your foolishness is wiser than human wisdom. Fill leaders with the foolishness of your peace and mercy. Your law defends the vulnerable. Work through legislators, judicial systems, and systems of law enforcement to protect the wellbeing and freedom of all. Hear us, O God.

YOUR MERCY IS GREAT

Your weakness is stronger than human strength. Protect those who are vulnerable and give courage to all who are suffering. Defend victims of crime and bring redemption to those who have harmed others. Give Sabbath rest to all who labor. We especially pray for We especially pray for: Natasha Gagnon-Burchat, Marion Wisotzke, Eileen Warlich, Karen Weigold, Sherwood Lett, Ernie Plotz, Keith Weckwerth, Ellie Sommerville, Myles Newman, Leah Pringle, Delroy Hein, Cyril Waito, Shirley Glickman, Marilyn Schneider, Donna Hoffman, Emily Rhode, Stephanie Yourth, Christopher Yourth, Matthew Bowers, Beatrice Verch, Otto Mittag, Linda Tremblay, Peter Howell, Tina Howell, Sharon Verch, Brad Green, Debbie Thom, Jean Lett, Wanda Neuman, and Lorraine Selle.

In this moment of silence, we name out loud or in the quiet of our hearts, those who need your healing touch. (Pause)
Hear us, O God.
YOUR MERCY IS GREAT

You call us to proclaim Christ crucified. Give clarity to this congregation and our leaders, so that we might follow Christ beyond our own habits and comfort. Clear out anything in our common life that would obscure the gospel or that serves our own interests. Hear us, O God.
YOUR MERCY IS GREAT

The cross of Christ is your power for all who are being saved. Thank you for all the martyrs whose witness reveals the power of the cross. We also remember Ken Roesner who now rests with you and all the saints. Give us the same trust in life and in death. Hear us, O God.
YOUR MERCY IS GREAT

We entrust ourselves and all our prayers to you, O faithful God, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

BLESSING

The Lord bless you and keep you.
The Lord’s face shine on you with grace and mercy.
The Lord look upon you with favor and ☩ give you peace.

AMEN

Friends,

Here is a mid-week Lenten series that will be on ZOOM starting Feb 24th.

I highly recommend watching and participating on this series. I have met with Rev. David Maginley a couple of years ago and he is a excellent presenter.

The access information to ZOOM are provided.

Please mark this event on your calendars.

Rev. Ralph Weigold

Pastor of Grace Eganville, St. John's Bonnechere and St. John's Augsburg

241 Bonnechere St. E; PO Box 394,

Eganville, ON

K0J 1T0

613-628-2867

Here is the link to our weekly video of prayers and homily.

https://youtu.be/XbVmQPaOu8A

Rev. Ralph Weigold
Pastor of Grace Eganville, St. John's Bonnechere and St. John's Augsburg
241 Bonnechere St. E; PO Box 394,
Eganville, ON
K0J 1T0

613-628-2867

Reminder of our weekly Bible Study tomorrow (Thursday) starting at 10:30. Here is the access link:

Ralph Weigold is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Bible Study

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88637674114?pwd=VVhUVU9sbTlMbmxndEtkUWgyWHE5Zz09

Meeting ID: 886 3767 4114
Passcode: 690588
Dial by your location

+1 647 374 4685 Canada

+1 647 558 0588 Canada

Rev. Ralph Weigold
Pastor of Grace Eganville, St. John's Bonnechere and St. John's Augsburg
241 Bonnechere St. E; PO Box 394,
Eganville, ON
K0J 1T0

613-628-2867

I have decided that I will hold a "virtual Bible Study" every Thursday starting at 10:30. This group will meet via ZOOM, which can be accessed through the link provided. I will attach the lesson each week so that you can prepare for the study.

Ralph Weigold is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Bible Study

Join Zoom Meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88637674114?pwd=VVhUVU9sbTlMbmxndEtkUWgyWHE5Zz09

Meeting ID: 886 3767 4114
Passcode: 690588

Rev. Ralph Weigold

Pastor of Grace Eganville, St. John's Bonnechere and St. John's Augsburg
241 Bonnechere St. E; PO Box 394,
Eganville, ON
K0J 1T0

613-628-2867

1. Lenten Resources
2. Diaconal Sunday
3. Luther League Legacy Fund
4. Lutherans, Anglicans
5. Climate Justice
6. Treasurer Information
7. ELCJHL Scholarship Appeal
8. Bible Book Club
9. One Body Working Together
10. Reconciled Relationships
11. Lutheran Theological Seminary
12. Instagram Takeover
13. Share These Resources

ELCIC, ACC, More
February 28
Applications Now Open Until March 1
CLAY 2021 Registration
Calling All Youth
Update on COVID-19 Support for Congregations
Supporting our Global Mission Partner
February Resources Available
Cycle of Prayer
CCC Event, Greening Faith Communities, More
Continuing Education Courses Online
@CanadianLutherans
Resources

1. 2021 Lenten Resources

Daily Lenten Hymn and Prayer
Join Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC)'s National Bishop Susan Johnson each day through Lent as she shares a hymn and prayer, inviting you to sing and pray with her. The daily hymn and prayer are available on ELCIC's Facebook and Twitter pages. You can also sign up to receive the hymns and prayers each morning in your inbox.

Resources from across the ELCIC
ELCIC Synods have created a number of resources for this Lenten season. For full information on Lenten resources offered by the ELCIC Synods, you may also check on their respective websites.

2021 Lenten Mid-Week Worship Opportunities are available in the Synod of Alberta and the Territories From weekly morning Bible Study via Zoom, daily devotions to Lenten poetry. Please check out the synod website for more details.
The Manitoba-Northwestern Ontario Synod provides Devotions and Faith Formation Resources for Lent. Find out more about this and other resources, please check on the synod website.
The Eastern Synod has developed worship resources for Lent. In addition to liturgical texts, there are musical, education, as well as children and family resources. Be sure to check the synod website for further resources for Lent.
The British Columbia Synod has created a Lent 2021 calendar which is an invitation to care for creation through a Lenten journey.
The Saskatchewan Synod has shared a prayer series from Pastor Bruce Ehlert. Receive a prayer and photo each day via email.

Anglican Church of Canada
Our Full Communion partner, the

Anglican Church of Canada offers resources for this year's Lenten season. Christians around the world observe Lent through prayer, fasting and reflection. It is meant as a time to meditate on the life, death and resurrection of Jesus preceding the celebration of Easter. A number of resources for the season of Lent are available online for study, prayer and action. To view these resources, please

click here.

Lutherans Connect: Retelling the Stories
In Lent, we mark the journey the Jesus in the wilderness.

Lutherans Connect invites you to make space for that journey, by joining us from Monday to Saturday until Palm Sunday and every day in Holy Week. Lutherans Connect brings together scripture readings, poetry, music, reflections, and images from a wide range of ecumenical traditions in a daily online devotion.

This year, the Lenten project focuses on how we tell and retell the stories of our religious and cultural traditions. In this year when the ELCIC has been called to read the Bible more intentionally, Lutherans Connect explores how the biblical people told and retold their stories. To start reading and reflecting on this devotional for Lent and Easter, please check on the Lutherans Connect on the following link:

https://retellingthestories.blogspot.com/ .

Not Counting Sundays - A Lenten Journey of 40 Days
Retired Pastor David Kaiser has created a collection of poems for each day in Lent. The poems were written while working at The Lutheran Seminary in Hong Kong in 2002 and in collaboration with ELCIC Pastor Frank Armistead a few years later, to create the illustrations.

This book combines Frank's artwork and David's poetry in a meditative journey through the 40 days of Lent, reflecting the 40-year journey of the Israelites through the wilderness. It is a rather unique resource for the Lenten season. While this book is for sale, David would like as many people as possible to have access to it. To download a PDF copy,

please click here. When you open the PDF in a PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat, the book displays best if you set the View to Page View, then to Two-Page View and turn on Show Cover Page in Two-Page View. Printed copies are available at a reduced cost by sending an email to

David.Solheim@sasktel.net or

DavidKaiser@hotmail.com. Books can also be ordered through

Blurb.ca at any of the following links for shorter shipping times:

softcover NCS or

hardcover NCS.

2. Diaconal Sunday - February 28

Sunday, February 28 is Diaconal Sunday - the day ELCIC celebrates the witness expressed through service (diakonia). Through our baptism, all Christians are called to share God's word and to serve our neighbours in Christ's name. It is also a day to recognize and give thanks to God for all who serve in official calls as deacons in our church. Resources can be found

here.

3. Luther League Legacy Fund: Applications Due March 1

If you are a young person in the ELCIC or someone who is looking to offer a training program that would directly benefit youth under the age of 25, then the

Luther League Legacy Fund (LLLF)

is for you.

LLLF is here to develop leaders in the church and for the world. It provides grants and bursaries to enable young people to participate in leadership training and development activities. In the past, $500 grants have been awarded. Leadership training can include online education and training events.

Not sure what the LLLF is all about?

Read more about the program here!

Find out more about who and which projects can apply for funding, and for application information, visit:

https://www.elcic.ca/Youth/LuthernLeagueLegacyFund.cfm. Deadline is on March 1.

4. CLAY 2021 Registration Opens in April

Registration for CLAY 2021 begins in April. The National Planning Committee has been hard at work developing a one-of-a-kind online CLAY experience. Here are some of the highlights:

Registration and Cost
Registration opens April 2021.
In an effort to make CLAY 2021 as accessible as possible, the cost of participating will be pay-what-you-can. The suggested amount per participant is $45.

Home teams that can pay beyond the suggested amount are encouraged to, in order to help assist with costs stemming from those who may not be able to afford the registration fee.

What will online CLAY be like?
Our National Planning Committee is committed to making this CLAY the absolute best it can be! It will be a gathering of hundreds of Anglican and Lutheran youth happening at the same time across the country.

There will be a three-hour group gathering time each day featuring: worship, workshops, and a large group gathering with the CLAY band, drama team, and our keynote speaker, Melanie Delva.

There will also be the Late Night Spots every day (a CLAY participant favourite) plus activities engaging with our National Youth Project happening outside of the group gathering times.

Home Teams will be encouraged to gather in-person if it is safe to do so, in accordance with local public health guidelines or participate online as a group. For more information and to read this on our website, please

click here.

5. Climate Justice - Call to Action

The ELCIC is building a network of young adults and youth who would like to engage the church in some climate discussion and assist the ELCIC in working towards the goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. If you are a youth (children and families are welcome, too!) or young adult who is passionate about the environment and climate change, please see the infographic below and

click here to participate in a brief survey.

Come and join the conversation! If you have any questions, please send an email to:

climate@elcic.ca .

6. COVID-19 Support for Congregations

ELCIC National and Synod Treasurers have prepared an

update on COVID-19 support available from the Government of Canada for congregations. The update includes information on the Temporary Wage Subsidy (TWS), Form PD27 (part of the TWS reporting), Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS), 2020 T4 reporting, Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA), Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance (CECRA), Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS), and T3010 Registered Charity Information Return. As always, if you have any questions about COVID-19 support, please contact the National Office or your Synod Treasurers.

7. Supporting Students in Schools of the ELCJHL

Supporting students at schools of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land
As schools around the world are now into the second half of the 2020-21 academic year in very challenging circumstances, so too are the students at schools of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land (ELCJHL). Earlier in the COVID-19 pandemic, the schools dealt with closures and lock down periods by embracing digital technology and distance learning. Sadly, the continued lock downs have impacted families served by the schools in many different ways. COVID-19 restrictions have meant further barricade closures and a significant loss of tourism for the region resulting in job loss and substantial reduction in income to household. Many families are now facing significant difficulties with paying tuition for the 2020-21 school year, which is on average $1,600/year per student.

In a recent video message, ELCIC National Bishop Susan Johnson invites you to participate in the ELCJHL Scholarship Appeal.

Donate toda

y and also consider how you can get your congregation and community involved.

8. March Bible Book Club Resources Available

Plan to participate in our March selection of the Living our Faith - Bible Book Club.

Interested members are encouraged to gather together for a Bible Book Club once a month - either online or together as it is safe to do so - for discussion on the chosen monthly Bible book selection. Questions for the book club gathering are provided, which makes it even easier for the group leader.

For more information and resources on the ELCIC Living Our Faith - Bible Book Club, please

click here.

9. One Body Working Together

Anglican-Lutheran Cycle of Prayer The following are the prayer petitions for Sunday, February 28.

ACC: The Rt. Rev. John Organ, Bishop, and the clergy and people of the Diocese of Western Newfoundland.
ELCIC: The dean, council, and congregations of the Georgian, Huronia and Bay Areas of the Eastern Synod.

10. Reconciled Relationships

Greening Faith Communities
Congregations, organizations and various ministries are invited to register as a Greening Faith Community, in order to identify annual stewardship of creation goal and to encourage each other in seeking climate justice. For more information, please

click here.

Greening Your Church - Free Mini-Course
The year 2021 can start positively for many churchgoers if a focus is put towards a project to help both the church and on improving the environment. Learn the 10 steps to inspire your faith community towards sustainability. Enroll for free when you visit:

https://creationcare.teachable.com/p/10-steps-to-greening-your-church/ .

11. LTS: Continuing Education Courses Online

The

Lutheran Theological Seminary Saskatoon (LTS) is offering Continuing Education courses online. The courses being offered are the following:

"Queer Theologies" (SL349DL) - April 12-16 by the Rev. Dr. Kayko Driedger Hesslein
The last forty years had seen a rise in theologies from Christian LGBTQ+ communities. This course will study the works of lesbian, gay and trans theologians, and will explore their contributions to the proclamation of the gospel.

"Creation and sub-creation: Social and Religious Themes in J.R.R. Tolkien's Fiction" (SL331) - May 10-21 by the Rev. Dr. William Harrison.
Are you a Tolkien fan? Or interested in why everyone reads him and sees the movies? J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings is among the most famous English-language literary works of the 20h century. Intriguingly, Tolkien was an active and committed Christian, but his longest and bestselling work shows almost no sign of religion. We will read a variety of Tolkien's fiction and his own reflection on the work of writing, in order to investigate the ways he related religion to fiction. This course will be of special interest to people who are interested in addressing faith issues in a secular world.

To register for these courses, please visit the

"Occasional Non-Program" page of the LTS website. The link to the application form is at the bottom of the page.

12. ELCIC Instagram Takeover!

Are you following the ELCIC's Instagram account (

@CanadianLutherans) yet? If not, be sure to tune in as ELCIC congregations and individuals participate in Instagram takeovers of our main account and provide a behind the scenes look into their worship services and other events.

Interesting in helping us out by having your congregation highlighted? Email

tgallop@elcic.ca for more information.

13. Share These Resources

Help others connect with your congregation this 2021:

The ELCIC website offers a listing of live streaming and pre-recorded worship from across our church. Make sure your listing is up-to-date by checking here.
Have you checked your information on the ELCIC/Anglican Church of Canada Find a Church resource? It is most important to make sure the contact information for your congregation is current. Find your congregation, review the information, and if there are updates that you'd like to make please scroll to the bottom of your congregation's page and click on the link that says "Is this your congregation? Update and correct."

ELCIC Synod Resources:

British Columbia Synod

The British Columbia Synod brings you The Morning Brew via Zoom. It is a regular meeting where rostered leaders connect and engage. Find out more when you visit their synod website.

Synod of Alberta and The Territories

The Synod of Alberta and The Territories has published Bishop Larry Kochendorfer's March 2021 Message to Congregations and Lay and Rostered Leaders. Bishop Larry also has a Lenten Video Greeting. Please view these and more under Upcoming Events & Activities on their synod website.

Manitoba-Northwestern Ontario Synod

The Manitoba-Northwestern Ontario Synod provides Devotions and Faith Formation Resources for Lent. One of these resources include Reflections for Lent from St. George's College, Jerusalem, where it offers six sessions for groups and individuals exploring the geography of the Holy Land, following Jesus from Galilee to Golgotha. Each session will reflect on the theme with questions for exploration. There are links to short films from the Holy Land. To find out more about this and other resources, please check on the synod website.

Saskatchewan Synod

The Saskatchewan Synod Council met for their semi-annual board meeting (video conference), welcoming guests Bishop Susan Johnson and Harold Hesje, and staff Jerry Borkowsky, Judy Parker, and Dennis Serfas. To read the Synod Council Meeting Communique, please click here.
The Saskatchewan Synod provides Guidelines for Conducting a Virtual Annual General Meeting to their congregations. Bishop Sid Haugen encourages congregations in the synod to refer to the guidelines on their synod website as congregations plan for their annual general meetings during these challenging times. To view and download the guidelines, please click here.

Eastern Synod

The Racial Justice Advisory Committee urges you to also observe February as a commemoration of Black History Month. The members of this Committee are inviting you to a Synod-wide challenge where you will have access to a list of resources; pick something from the list and invite a friend to do it together; engage, make comments, ask questions, dialogue; and tell the Committee how you did! For more details, please click on this link.
Mount Zion Lutheran Church in Waterloo, Ont. will be holding an event Demystifying Dying and Death - conversations we need to have on March 4th, 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. via Zoom. This event will also be attended by three professionals including John Lougheed, Jamie Foley and Christine Ramseyer. A Q&A will also be part of the event. For more information and to register, please click here.

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G.A.B. GUIDEPOST - MAR. 2020

The Monthly NEWSLETTER OF:

(Grace, Augsburg, Bonnechere)

14 Bonnechere St. W., P.O. Box 129,

Eganville, Ontario. K0J 1T0

Office: 613-628-1392 Fax 613-628-9534

Pastor Ralph Weigold 613-628-2867

Office Hours: Wed. & Fri. 9 a.m. to 3 pm

E-mail: gracelutheran @nrtco.net

Website: gracelutheraneganville.ca

Facebook: Three in the Valley Grace Augsburg Bonnechere

March, 2020 Readings

Mar. 1^st: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7, Psalm 32

Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11

Mar. 8^th: Genesis 12:1-4a, Psalm 121

Romans 4:1-5, 13-17, John 3:1-17

Mar. 15^th: Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 95

Romans 5:1-11, John 4:5-42 Mar. 22^nd:1 Samuel 16:1-13, Psalm 23

Ephesians 5:8-14, John 9:1-41

Mar. 29^th: Ezekiel 37:1-14, Psalm 130

Romans 8:6-11, John 11:1-45

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

FRIDAY MARCH 6^TH

“Rise! Take up your Mat and Walk” is the theme for the World Day of Prayer this year. Zimbabwe, has prepared the service which shares a little about their country and the injustice obstacles the women of Zimbabwe face, and the hopes they have for the future. This is an Ecumenical Prayer Service inviting all people to join together in prayer and solidarity.

Service @ 2 PM followed

by light refreshments.

Reminder!!

Pastor Ralph is in the Office Wed. & Fri. 9AM – 3PM. Come in for a visit, if you are not available at those times you also could call to set up a convenient time.

Also, in case of sickness, or hospitalization please call and let him know, especially if prayers or a visit are required.

You are important and he would like to get to know you better. He cares for you.

GRATITUDE Did you know that writing down 3 things you’re grateful for everyday has been scientifically proven to improve your mental health? For the season of Lent there is a calendar on the back table in the Narthex to help you with your thoughts.

SUNDAY SCHOOL reaches out with “Coins for Lent”. The monies collected will go to “Tiny Hearts” a CLWR project. If you would like to participate, calendars will be available on the table in the narthex.

Nursing Home Services

Pastor Ralph will have Services at the following Nursing Homes in March, if you can volunteer to help let Pastor Ralph know.

Sun Mar 8 – Bonnechere Manor – Renfrew 2:30PM

Thurs Mar 19 – Pinewood – Pembroke 10 AM

Lenten Bible Study

Come and join the Bible study group during Lent. They meet each Thursday evening at 7 PM or Friday morning at 10 AM. They will be looking at the following parables:

· The Pharisee and the Tax Collector

· The Sower and the Seed

· The Hidden Treasure and the Priceless Pearl

· The Good Samaritan

· The workers in the Vineyard

Come, Discover how these parables relate to Lent!

Easter Service Times

Palm Sunday April 5^th

· Augsburg 9:00 AM with Holy Communion

· Grace 10:30 AM with Holy Communion

Maundy Thursday April 9^th

· Augsburg – 7:00 PM with Holy Communion

Good Friday April 10^th

· Bonnechere – 7:00 PM

Easter Services April 12^th

Easter Breakfast 8:30 – 10:00 AM @ Grace

CLWR

Mar 28^th 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Lunch Provided

Your Ottawa Valley Ministry Team is excited to have The Rev. Carla Blakely, Director of Community Relations for CLWR to be the guest Presenter at St Timothy’s Lutheran Church in Pembroke. Join us to hear more about CLWR and their current projects. Please contact the church office if planning to attend by Mar. 20^th so food preparations can be made.

PASTOR'S MESSAGES