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Join us Sundays at 10:00 AM
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We stream live on Facebook & on Zoom
Below is a NEW zoom link used every Sunday.
The provided information can also be inserted manually in Zoom...
Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82243552232?pwd=bSw5KNVVWRVPdH1AKj4aWuz4J4ItNb.1
Meeting ID: 822 4355 2232
Passcode: 623084
If you miss Worship live, the service may also be viewed later on
YouTube and our website at www.lambofgodchurch.net
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Steve and I met as teenagers, 22 years ago at a gas station in Fridley, MN. We have 3 amazing kids, Steven (24), RaeLeigh (14) and Cassanova (7). When I met Steve, Steven was 2 years old. I have loved and treated him just as my own. Although he doesn’t call me mom, he calls me every Mother’s Day so that tells me I did something right. Steven works and lives in Minnesota and now has a son of his own, our first grandchild, Nickolas.
Rae is an amazing young lady all around. She just graduated Middle School with exemplary excellence in reading / language arts and math and will start earning college credits next year! She is the first one to shout out a compliment and makes friends with everyone. In her free time, she likes hanging out with friends and going to the mall or movies. She is very involved with sports, cheering for her High School teams and excels in MMA – she is nationally recognized as a grey black belt in jujitsu and a grey belt in kickboxing. She has recently gotten Steve and I to join her on the mat and I can say, she makes it look easy!
Cass has such a sweet soul and so much energy! He also excels in school subjects, staying in the top 97% on all of his standardized tests. He loves books, building legos, driving his RC cars and riding his bike and has recently started playing video games with dad. Cass is also involved with Jujitsu, he has been training since he turned 5 and loves to compete in tournaments. He recently earned his 100 day consistency belt and was promoted to his orange belt, black stripe. He is excited to start second grade and to see all his friends and he will tell you that the only one he loves more than God, is his dog Irie.
Steve and I enjoyed our younger years together traveling and enjoying life. In 2017 we decided to make Florida our forever home. When we moved to San Carlos Park, Steve started working with Texas Roadhouse Estero before the building was even standing, so they call him the original roadie. I have been with my company, Summit Mortgage for a total of 20 years, starting as an intern when I was still in high school and now for the past 17 years.
We try to get back to MN at least once a year to visit, Cass just saw snow for the first time last February and you can usually find us on a cruise sometime in December. In our free time we enjoy hanging out together. We have a very small family so Steve and I try to do everything we can together with the kids. We enjoy family bike rides, camping, swimming, kayaking and listening to music on the highest setting (we are a loud family!) We have family dinners and play cards or board games together almost every night and we feed our community together every month. We encourage our kids to be themselves, pushing them to help others and teaching them to be great humans.
With love,
Righter Family
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Teacher Appreciation
We're Collecting Gift Cards!
In addition to Open House at San Carlos Park Elementary on Aug. 5th, for the remainder to the month, we will be collecting gift cards from anywhere for a year-long employee to the month effort.
Lamb of God will also include a teacher from Preschool at the Lamb to share our monthly gratitude for their love and devotion to our students.
$20-$25 Gift Cards go a long way!
Please place your gift cards in Sunday's collection basket or stop by the office.
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Walking the Mourner's Path Training
...Val Bridegam
Recently, I had the privilege of attending the Walking the Mourner's Path facilitator training at DaySpring Episcopal Conference Center in Parrish, Florida. As the Care and Connection Specialist at Lamb of God, I was excited for the opportunity to learn how we can better support those who are grieving. I returned with not only valuable resources and practical tools, but also a renewed appreciation for the importance of compassionate listening and Christ-centered care.
The experience was enriching both personally and spiritually. It deepened my understanding of the many emotions people face after the loss of a loved one and reinforced how important it is for the church to provide a safe, caring place where individuals can share their journey with others who understand.
If you or someone you know is struggling with the loss of a loved one, please know that you do not have to walk the journey alone. Walking the Mourner's Path is a Christ-centered grief support ministry that offers encouragement, understanding, and companionship as you move toward healing. We look forward to sharing more information about upcoming groups in the near future.
If you would like more information, you need a companion to sit with you, please contact me at val@lambofgodchurch.net or call the office at 239-267-3525 ext. 111.
Val Bridegam
Care & Connection Specialist
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Eva's Closet
Lamb of God is excited to deepen our partnership with Eva's Closet, providing a new drop site for donations. Eva's Closet does a phenomenal job serving people in need throughout the community. Donating lightly used items could not be easier for our families and the neighborhood... spread the word!!
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Larger Church
As Lutherpalians, we are a part of both the Lutheran and Episcopal Church. Locally, that's a combined total of 236 congregations. Nationally, that represents 15,136 congregations. Our influence has double the impact!
Following Worship on Aug. 9th, there will be a brief opportunity for everyone to meet our Bishops. From there, they will be invited into a working lunch with our Board of Trustees and our internal ecumenical team. Thank you for your prayers as our relationships continue to deepen. It'll be an inspiring morning!
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Monday, August 24th 9:00am-11:00am
Because our last opportunity was so transformational, we're serving again! We need a few people to serve food and few others to prepare a designated main dish. Let us know you're interest by August 10th. You'll then be given logistics and cooking instructions.
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Care Ministry
Sometimes, we just need a trusted someone to listen. Our Care & Connection Specialist would love to visit with you for emotional support, encouragement, or simply presence. If you'd appreciate a visit, reach out to Val Bridegam, who'd love to arrange a time to connect with you.
Email: val@lambofgodchurch.net
We are here for you. ❤️
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Saturday, Aug.15th - Come and join us for a fun night of dominoes! We will meet and dine together before playing. Please bring a dish to share.
If you've never come to dominoes night or you don't know how to play don't worry... we would love to have you join us and we will teach you how to play.
We always have a blast! If you have any questions,
please contact Barb Tvedt at btvedt6564@msn.com.
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WOMEN'S CONFERENCE
⏰ DATE & TIME:
Sat., August 29th
9am - 4pm
📍 LOCATION:
Summit Church-University Campus
19601 Ben Hill Griffin Parkway
Fort Myers, FL 33913
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✨USE CODE "EARLYBIRD" AT CHECKOUT FOR 15% OFF FROM NOW UNTIL JULY 18TH!
- Childcare will not be available.
- Your ticket includes a t-shirt and lunch.
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You're invited to join Pastor Lucas in participating in an ELCA-wide Bible Study, centered around the inclusion of all people. Held every third Thursday of the month at 4:00pm. Registration is required, you'll get more details once you express your interest.
August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, December 17
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Sunday Volunteers Needed!
#1. Tech Booth
Running slides, operating the camera, or assisting with Zoom during the service, please contact Mika at mikasflower1234@gmail.com.
#2. Welcome Desk
Greeting members and visitors, please contact Val at val@lambofgodchurch.net.
Thank you for enhancing our Worship and visiting experience!
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Prayer is central to our spiritual development and deepens our relationship with God. Members of our Prayer Team pray for those on our prayer list every day. It can be powerful to have someone else acknowledge what weighs on your heart. Know that confidentiality is extremely important to our team. If you know someone who needs our prayers or you would like to join our Prayer Team please contact Val Bridegam @ val@lambofgodchurch.net
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Seekers
Wednesdays, 10:30 am
Beginning July 1, the Seekers group will be discussing Cherished Belonging: The Healing Power of Love in Divided Times by Fr. Gregory Boyle, SJ. Boyle is the founder of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, the largest gang-intervention, rehabilitation and reentry program in the world.
From the dust jacket:
“Cherished Belonging invites us to nurture the connections that are all around us and live with radical kindness. Boyle believes that ‘the answer to every question is, indeed, compassion.’ Through colorful and profound stories brimming with wisdom, humor, and inspiration, we understand that love is the light inside everything.”
The Seekers group will discuss this book, chapter by chapter, on zoom. To join the discussion, contact Judy Frye at judyfrye608@gmail.com for the zoom link. All are welcome.
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Questions? Contact us
Phone: 1-239-267-3525
Physical Address: 19691 Cypress View Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33967
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 867, Estero, FL 33929
www.lambofgodchurch.net
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