Category: News (Page 37 of 102)
We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
Ephesians 2:10
LifeBridge has a strategic plan to help us focus our energies on how to fulfill our mission and serve the Lord and our community.
It includes a focus on “strong youth and family ministries,” having a welcoming, non-judgmental environment, serving “beyond our walls” and “growing in faith.”
Some of this we do better than others, but what a wonderful set of goals as we “love where we live” and “connect people to Jesus!”
SCRIPTURES
- Psalm 127
- Ephesians 2:8-10
Eat some great food and support the Sealy Christian Pantry at the same time at their drive-thru fundraiser!
Here are the details:
| DATE: | Sunday, November 5, 2023 |
| TIME: | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| DRIVE-THRU PICK UP LOCATION: | KC Hall #3313 1310 HWY 90W; Sealy |
| COST: | $10/Plate (Desserts extra.) |
| CONTACT: | Sue @ 713.314.7355 Patsy @ 979.571.5557 |
Help us, so we can help others. Proceeds are for our building fund for a new pantry to serve Sealy/Austin County.
Meal includes:
- Pulled Pork Sandwich
- Cole Slaw & Chips
- BBQ Sause
- Pickles
- Onions
- DESSERTS: Sold on the side.
You are cordially invited to the “Come & Go” social event and fundraiser of the Sealy Christian Pantry!
Here are the details:
| DATE: | Thursday, October 26, 2023 |
| TIME: | “Come and Go” between 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM |
| LOCATION: | San Felipe de Austin Historic Site 220 Second Street San Felipe, TX 77473 |
| CONTACT: | Mary Emerson @ 713.724.3622 |
Hors D’oeuvres, Beer & Wine, Silent Auction, Raffle, & Donations.
Learn more about the Pantry’s Mission, future plans, and needs!
“Teacher, which is the great commandment in the Law?” And He said to him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind…And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”
Matthew 22:36-37, 39
LifeBridge was founded with a mindset of reaching and serving this community where God placed us.
Our mission statement is “Connecting People to Jesus by: Reaching the Lost, Discipling the Saved & Sharing the Love of God with Everyone.”
Indeed, we “love where we live” – and the people who love around us!
SCRIPTURES
- Matthew 28:18-20
- Matthew 22:34-40
Is it time for a New Member Class at LifeBridge? (More information on the class/purpose/etc. here.)
You tell us!
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a member of LifeBridge through the New Member Class, let us know by filling out interest form here!
Once we get enough interest, well get in touch with the best dates for the class.
Normally we meet from in the LifeBridge Café from 1:00-3:00 PM on some Sundays over a ten week period.
Let us know if you want to get to know Jesus and other wonderful people at the same time!
Questions? Contact Pastor Scott.
Each year new officers of LifeBridge are needed due to vacancies.
This year the following positions are open and need to be filled:
- Congregational President (Position Description – President)
- Congregational Secretary (Position Description – Secretary)
- Four (4) members of the Board of Elders (Positions 1, 3, 5, 7) (Position Description – Elder)
Click to the right of each above for a description of the position, including duties, qualifications, limits, etc. Please read through those position descriptions prior to nominating someone for a position to make sure the person meets the requisites.
Any voting member of LifeBridge may nominate or be nominated for each of these positions (with the gender restriction for those serving on the Board of Elders), with the stipulation that the prior approval of the person being nominated must be secured. (That is, if you are going to nominate someone, talk to them first and get their approval.)
Self-nominations are acceptable.
You may nominate by filling in the form below. Or, if you would prefer to not do so via the form, please email both the LifeBridge President and Vice President your nominations.
On Sunday, October 29, 2023, following worship (around 11:15/11:30am), LifeBridge will hold its annual Congregational Voters’ Meeting.
Information and agenda items will appear below as they become available (so check back often).
AGENDA
Call to Order
Opening Prayer
Approval of Minutes
LifeBridge Special Voters’ Meeting Minutes
February 5, 2023
Call to Order – President Dale Leland called the meeting to order.
Opening Prayer – Pastor Scott Heitshusen opened the meeting with prayer.
Approval of Minutes Annual Meeting on October 30, 2022 – Jan Heitshusen made a motion to approve the October 30, 2022 Voters’ Meeting Minutes. Second by Jesus Sanchez. Motion passed.
Description and Explanation of Why We’re Here – Becky Jungklaus will soon complete her Deaconess program and will be ready for a call. LifeBridge Community Church could extend a call to Becky if approved by the congregation. There would be no funds associated with this call for LifeBridge. Becky would be raise her own funds. LifeBridge would be Becky’s home base; however, her ASL ministry could have her working as a missionary at large. A call by LifeBridge would put Becky on the list of LCMS trained ASL Deaconesses. A motion was made by Angie Wolfe that LifeBridge Community Church extend a call to Becky Jungklaus as a Deaconess. Second by Jason Wolfe. Motion passed.
“Open Ear”/Open Floor – President Leland asked if there were any topics not covered that needed to be discussed. None were presented.
Call for Adjournment – Mary Gray made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Second by Angie Wolfe. Motion passed.
Closing Prayer – Pastor Scott closed with the Doxology.
Sherri Santoro
Secretary,
LifeBridge Community Church
Nominating Task Force Presentation & Elections
Current Election Information
Current Nominees
- President: Vic Grisbee
{Has agreed to serve on an interim basis until someone else steps up.} - Secretary: Sherri Santoro (incumbent)
- Elder Position 1: Wayne Heitshusen (incumbent)
- Elder Position 3: Giles Montgomery (incumbent)
- Elder Position 5: Brad Biss (incumbent)
- Elder Position 7: Pastor Dale Leland
- {Treasurer: Mary is continuing to serve, but would still like to find a replacement!}
Nominations from the Floor
Staff & Ministry Reports
Pastor: The Rev. Scott Heitshusen
Deaconess Becky Jungklaus
Worship: Hannah Gibson
Children: Stephanie Reed
Youth: Giles Montgomery
Outreach: Angie Wolfe
Sealy Pregnancy Resource Center – Update
Sealy Christian Food Pantry – Update
Board Reports
President: The Rev. Dale Leland
Head Elder
Treasurer: Mary Abbott-Gray
15%
One of LifeBridge’s Foundational Principles is “to give 15% or more of the Church’s income for the advancement of the Kingdom of God.”
The following is a summary of what LifeBridge has given away for this effort since 2015!
We praise God for the honor and privileged of helping and serving others!
Remodeling // Renovations
Proposal for remodeling to the office area, paving, and a sound booth for the sanctuary.
Office Area
Crow’s Nest / Sanctuary Sound Booth
