What is 5th Sunday?

Nearly 50 members of our congregation participated in September's "5th Sunday" event, doing God's work in the city for good.

As Paul wrote to the Philippians and through whom God now speaks to you, “It is God who is at work in you, enabling you both to will and to work for his good pleasure.” ~ Philippians 2:13

Before heading into the community, the group was commissioned for service with prayer and support from the congregation.

"The Lord God has called you here this day to turn you around again and send you out to work in the city for good.  God’s work, your hands. May God grant you the wisdom, courage and strength to complete the tasks for which you have been called.

Go forth in the name of the Lord!"

Projects addressed in September:

• Cleaning and restocking shelves at the Lutheran Thrift Store, Hidden Treasures. Thrift store profits fund mission projects in the community.
• Cleaning and raking at Arrowhead park.
• Providing music and songs for the residents at Chandler Health Care.

Mark your calendar now for the next 5th Sunday work day: December 29, 2013. Planned efforts include placing beans and rice in plastic bags that will be forwarded to Chandler Care Center.  They in turn will be included in their weekly food distribution to friends in the community.

 

Plans are in place for a BIG 5th Sunday event on March 30, 2014. Just show up with a smile on your face, joy in your heart and a willingness to make a positive impact on the life of our community.
 What is planned?  After a brief worship service at 9am we will send our congregation into the community.  In partnership with the city of Chandler we will paint rooms, clean windows and yards, sing songs and package food for people in our community.

 

Consider your role in 5th Sunday efforts and look for updates in newsletters, bulletins, social media announcements, and right here on the church blog.