Christ the Christ the Redeemer Lutheran ChurchLutheran Church

8801 North 43rd Avenue Phoenix AZ 85051

623.934.3286

ctrlutheran.org ctrlutheran@ctr.phxcoxmail.com

September September 20172017

A View From the TowerA View From the Tower

SUNDAY WORSHIPSUNDAY WORSHIP 9:00am9:00am

Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays

SUNDAY LEARNING HOURSUNDAY LEARNING HOUR 10:30am10:30am

SUNDAY ADULT LEARNING HOUR SUNDAY ADULT LEARNING HOUR -- THE THREE THE THREE

BATTLEGROUNDS OF SPIBATTLEGROUNDS OF SPIRITUAL WARFARERITUAL WARFARE

The Mind, The Church, & The Heavenly PlacesThe Mind, The Church, & The Heavenly Places

CAFÉ CAFÉ -- 10:30 AM10:30 AM

September 17, 2017: The Battleground of the Mind (Part 2) Satan’s Strongholds & 3 Sources of Satan’s Strongholds

There are satanic strongholds over countries and communities, and there are strongholds which influence churches and individuals. Wherever a stronghold exists, it is a demonically induced pattern of thinking. Specifically, it is a “house made of thoughts” which has become a dwelling place for satanic activity.

September 24, 2017: The Battleground of the Mind (Part 3) The Armor of Christ’s Likeness & Peace in the Battle

The purpose of all aspects of spirituality, warfare included, is to bring us into the image of Christ. Nothing, not worship nor warfare, neither love nor deliverance, is truly attainable if we miss the singular objective of our faith: Christlikeness.

Prayer:

Lord of heaven and earth, we know

that You hold all things in Your hands.

In Your mercy, provide for the needs of

those who have been affected by Hur-

ricane Harvey and the rain that contin-

ues to fall, work through those who

bring relief and aid, and protect all

from any further harm. Draw all to the

cross of Christ, who is our salvation

now and always. We ask this in Jesus’

name. Amen.

HARVEY RELIEFHARVEY RELIEF

At least 161 LCMS congregations are in the areas affected by Hurricane Har-vey and the floods. The Synod stands with those in need through prayer and sup-port. “For the love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that one has died for all” (2 COR. 5:14). The love of Christ compels us to love everyone. Love flows from the cross in service to those in need, just as Christ came in the flesh to save. You can help those suffering from the effects of the storm and the floodwa-ters. LCMS World Relief and Human Care, through Disaster Response, is working with the Texas District to support relief efforts and to aid those in need.

To Give:

• Online — Visit lcms.org/harvey.

• By text — Text “LCMSHARVEY” to 41444.

• Over the phone — Call the LCMS toll-free gift line between 8 a.m. and 4:10 p.m. Central time at 888-930-4438 or the LCMS Church Information Center at 888-843-5267.

• By mail — Make checks payable to “The Lutheran Church— Missouri Synod” (or “LCMS”). On the memo line, write “Disaster Response/Relief,” and mail to the LCMS, P.O. Box 66861, St. Louis, MO, 63166-6861. Gifts also can be designated specifically for Hurricane Harvey and/or affected areas by stipulating in the memo line.

Gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law. Additional information about our LCMS response, and the impact your gifts are having, will be available over the weeks and months ahead at lcms.org, on the Synod’s social media outlets, and in our official periodicals and publications.

September 3 — "Finding Life in Jesus’ Steps" (Matthew 16:24-25) — Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz Take joy in the gift of being a follower of Christ who is willing to take His lead and be ordered by His steps.

September 10 — "Who’s the Greatest" (Matthew 18:1-20) — Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz Jesus redefined greatness. He came, not to be served, but to serve and to give His life as a ransom for many.

September 17 — "Unleash the Power of Forgiveness in Your Life" (Matthew 18:21-35) — Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz Life with God is not about keeping score; it’s about living for others in the grace Jesus earned for us.

September 24 — "The Latest Polls" (Matthew 21:8-11; Luke 23:23-25) — Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus Believing the latest public opinion poll is not the same thing as believing the truth.

The Lutheran Hour can be found on the Web at www.lutheranhour.org, on XM’s Family Talk Radio (170) Sundays at 1:00

pm (EST), and on KFNX (1100 AM) Sundays at 9:30am

THE LUTHERAN HOURTHE LUTHERAN HOUR

Ushers: Paul & Jane Wood

Greeters: Mel & Mary Runyon Allison Schoenback

Welcome Desk: Doris Milldebrandt

Video & Audio: Rick Fisk David Brewerton

Altar Guild: September 3 Candace & Sharen September 10 Terri September 17 Vicki & Mary September 24 Gerri

Comm. Asst Richard & Sharen Effertz Readers: September 3 & 17 Richard Effertz September 10 & 24 Gail Coulthard

Scripture Readings: September 3 Romans 12:9-21 September 10 Romans 13:1-10 September 17 Romans 14:1-12 September 24 Phil. 1:12-14,19-30

WORSHIP SUPPORT

BIRTHDAYS

Vicki Fisk 9/5 Sharen Effertz 9/6 Jerry Festa 9/6 Teri Tipton 9/9 Paul Wood II 9/9 Shirley Klein 9/10 Nicole Hellwig 9/14 Rosie Lundberg 9/17 Mary Runyon 9/19 Silvia Salazar-Nuñez 9/20 Robert Mincher 9/21 Robbie Massey 9/22 Jaine Moore 9/23

David & Gina Brewerton 9/18 John & Mary Holdman 9/21

ANNIVERSARIES

Men’s Bible Breakfast

Saturday, September

9th & 23rd 6:45-8am

Café

I Have a Friend...

Who Is Caught in Addiction 9/3

Whose Marriage Is Falling Apart 9/10

Who Talks About Suicide 9/17

Who Tells Me He’s Gay 9/24

View Time of Grace at: www.timeofgrace.org

QUILTERS

September 12, 2017 9am—3pm

Fellowship Hall

If you would like to join this ministry or have questions,

contact Sally Ackerman 623-930-0084

LIGHTING ARIZONA PURLIGHTING ARIZONA PURPLEPLE

In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Family will host the third annual Lighting Arizona Purple event at the State Capitol on October 2, 2017. During the event, Governor Ducey will light the Capitol Dome purple as a symbol of Arizona’s dedication to ending domestic violence and will launch the month long Lighting Arizona Purple campaign.

Arizona State Capitol, House Lawn 1700 W. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85007

Monday, October 2, 2017 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM MST

MSGMSG——MEN’S BIBLE STUDY BREAKFASTMEN’S BIBLE STUDY BREAKFAST——Saturday, September 9Saturday, September 9——6:456:45--8:00 am8:00 am——CafeCafe

September 9th MSG is starting up again. Meeting in the Café’ 6:45 am breakfast 7:00 to 8:00 am bible study. 2nd & 4th Saturdays unless noted otherwise. The title of the study is 1 Peter: Walk The Talk and our first

lesson will be on “The Battle for Holiness” Transformation-the process of becoming holy-begins in your mind. In 1 Peter we are challenged to live holy live, and Peter shows us that the process of holy living begins with

the way we think. Once we win that battle, we will begin to see changes in the way we live and the things we do. This study will explore how to begin

that process. Richard Effertz, 602.284.6639.

Aspire 2017 Tour is coming to Tempe! 1 night - 3 hours - Just for women, an evening full of laughter, learning, stories, and music.

We have a great lineup speaking that night with Anita Renfroe, Melissa Spoelstra, and Mia Koehne. Anita is the funny lady we

all know and love. Melissa will be bringing the Word as an amazing Bible Study teacher and author. Mia is one of the founders of Aspire and a great speaker and worship leader.

General Admission: $25 VIP: $35 Call the office anytime with questions 480-812-1100.

ASPIRE WOMEN’S 2017 ASPIRE WOMEN’S 2017 TOURTOUR

Friday, September 29, 2017

Sun Valley Commu-nity Church

6101 S River Rd - Tempe, AZ 85283

DECLARE 2017DECLARE 2017

We have an amazing evening full of music, worship and teaching for High School & College Age girls.

Shannon Hoffpauir is an Aspire speaker, but has tons of ex-perience teaching high school and college age young ladies.

Hee Sun Lee is a rapper from New York with a heart for young women.

Dianne Michelle is a traveling worship leader with amazing vocals.

Mia Koehne will host DECLARE, like she hosts the Aspire events.

Individual tickets are only $15.

Tickets & Info at www.ExtremeFaithProductions.com

September 22 (7:30-10:30pm) in Phoenix

Calvary Community Church 12612 N. Black Canyon Highway

Phoenix, AZ 85029

ENJOY REFRESHMENTS: Hot Dogs Potato Chips Beverages

September 10th! 10:30 am **Café & Courtyard**

REGISTER FOR CLASSES Sunday: Preschool — Adult Classes start September 17th

SCHOLASTIC BOOK SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIRFAIR

Sunday, September Sunday, September 10th during Sunday 10th during Sunday

School KickoffSchool Kickoff Only 14 Mondays til Christmas! Come and look for possible

Christmas gifts for families and friends. What a wonderful gift for a young child - a book to build their minds. Book fair held

Thursday September 7th through September 12th.

YOUTH CONFIRMATIONYOUTH CONFIRMATION

It’s time to get ready for this year’s confirma-tion classes. Our two-year Confirmation min-

istry is for students in 6th-12th grades. This Christian education process will prepare the student to be received as a confirmed mem-ber of the church through the Rite of Confir-

mation. Registration for confirmation stu-dents will be held at our Learning Hour Kick-Off, Sunday, September 10, 2017 from 10:30-

11:30 am in the Café.

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