ANNOUNCEMENTS
Join us for worship each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. We are excited to make our worship more accessible to those who want to worship with us at Gloria Dei who are not physically able to be with us in the nave. All worship services are offered in person in the Nave and virtually via our website at https://gloriadeilutheranchurch.net/livestream/
2025 Flower Calendar--The 2025 flower calendar is posted on the bulletin board just outside the church office suite for those wishing to give the flowers for our Sunday worship services. These flowers cost approximately $63.00. You may designate your flowers in celebration of something, in memory of someone, in honor of someone, to the glory of God, etc. You will be billed directly by Jeff’s Flowers, Of Course. Thank you!
Blood Drive--Sunday, January 19th, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please register to donate. Register here
Prayer Shawl Ministry--On Sunday, January 12, we will make tie blankets instead of our usual needlework. These blankets will go to a hospice ministry that the youth groups have been supporting for years.
You are invited to join us in the endeavor. If you've not made a tie blanket before, this is a great opportunity to learn. All supplies will be available. All it takes is a willing spirit and some time. The technique is simple and can be used to make pillows, curtains, etc. Your imagination would be the limiting factor.
As always, we'll head to Capri Restaurant when we're finished. Again, you are welcome to join us. If you have any questions, ask Rita Foringer.
Wonderful Wednesdays--Wonderful Wednesdays meets beginning at 5:45 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday is a program for children in grades Kindergarten-High School.
Community Bible Study--Our weekly Community Bible Study, held at H.E.L.P., 329 Buckroe Avenue, is held on Wednesdays at noon. All are invited to attend. This is a great opportunity for us to learn the needs of our community and help us to become more outreach-oriented.
Fellowship Bible Study--You are invited to join us in Bible study every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. We are meeting in the Simeon Center and using the Augsburg Adult Bible Study Series. This is a small group study, where you will find fellowship and a relaxed atmosphere. For information, email Sharon Padula at slpadula1@gmail.com.
Pastor Dave Helping St. Paul's--As many of you are aware, our sister congregation, St. Paul’s, Hampton, is without a pastor. I have agreed to be their Vice Pastor during their vacancy. As Vice Pastor my role is to attend their council meetings, visit during emergency or crisis situations, and provide pastoral oversight. It will not take away from my time at Gloria Dei. I will not be leading worship at St. Paul’s; they have supply preachers for that. If you have any questions, just ask me. I ask that you pray for St. Paul’s as they plan for their future.
Watterton Fund--Kevin Watterton, spouse of Amy Watterton (long-time teacher at Gloria Dei), has been diagnosed with a rare and terminal cancer. If you would like to support the Watterton family, you may send a contribution to the church office through one of our payment methods. Please add “Watterton Fund” to the memo area of your chosen payment method.
Little Library Donations--Our Little Library, located at the middle set of doors, gets a lot of action from parents as they are dropping off or picking up their children. We are asking that you please consider donating any children’s books by placing them on the back counter at the Information Desk. These books will be used to refill when the Little Library gets low on books. Thank you for your generosity.
Clothes Dryer Donation for School--Our School is in need of a clothes dryer. If you have a gently used or new one to donate, please call Lisa Dadez, 757-851-6292.
NexTrex Recycling Challenge-Round Three!--Gloria Dei is participating in the NexTrex Recycling Challenge…again! We will collect a minimum of 1000 lbs. of plastic film, which will be exchanged for a third NexTrex bench for our school. A donation bin is located in the Atrium for your clean, dry plastic.
School Employment Opportunities--Gloria Dei Lutheran School has the following positions available:
*Bus Drivers
*Substitutes
*Kitchen Staff
*Afternoon Childcare Aides
*Instructional Aide FT
*Maintenance Director
*Transportation Coordinator
If you are interested in applying, you can find an application online at http://www.gdlshamptonva.com/school-forms. Once completed, you may turn it in to the School Office at 250 Fox Hill Rd., Hampton, VA 23669, attention: Lisa Dadez.
Harris Teeter School Fundraiser--You can help Gloria Dei Lutheran School raise funds by shopping at Harris Teeter. Once you ask for and receive your VIC card, you can go to https://www.harristeeter.com/together-in-education, click on “Link your school today,” log in or register, then go to “My Account,” and scroll down to “Together in Education,” and click to link a school. You will then enter our School code, 6528, and click on Gloria Dei Lutheran School. Thank you!
Papa John School Fundraiser--You can help Gloria Dei Lutheran School raise funds by shopping at www.papajohns.com or on their mobile app. Simply apply the promo code “GDLS” and 20% of your order will benefit our school. This offer applies to delivery or carryout orders year-round. All proceeds will be donated for the new playground equipment.
Altar Guild--Have you ever wondered what it is that we do to prepare the church for weekly services and special events? If you are interested in being a part of the Altar Guild or if you would like to be the Lead Sacristan, please contact Renee Wells, 757-749-4425. Training will be provided.
H.E.L.P. Food Pantry Donations--Please, join us in filling up the red wagon to feed the hungry in our community. The following are items on their most needed list:
- Peanut Butter
- Mac & Cheese
- Shelf-stable milk-single-serve pkgs.
- Canned Veggies - corn, beans, green beans
- Individually wrapped bars of soap
- Canned or Boxed Potatoes
- Toilet Paper
- Crackers
- Juice (individual size)
Cereal Offering--Running late? Short on time? We will have milk and a small selection of cereals available before worship each Sunday morning, beginning in September. Please visit the Coffee Bar for available cereal choices.
Cross and Crown is a wonderful ministry enabling youth to participate and serve in worship, and there are always opportunities available. Please contact the church office if you would like to serve.
Make a Joyful Noise!--If you are interested in singing with the choir, singing in a small ensemble or solo, or playing an instrument on Sunday mornings, please contact Brandon Spence, bspence@gloriadei.net. Choir rehearsals are now on Sundays at 11:00 a.m.
The coffee bar is open before and after services and is in need of coffee creators! Please contact the church office if you would like to serve!
Lay Assistants, Readers, Ushers, Greeters, and Altar Guild are all in need of extra help. Please contact the church office if you would like to serve!
Deadline for Weekly Articles--The deadline for articles to be added to the Weekly is Tuesday by noon of each week.
