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Elim is awarded grant from ELCA World Hunger

April 13, 2020 · by elimmediamusic

We did it!

We raised $645 through online giving and checks given to Elim to support the critical work of feeding the hungry in our community during this exceptional time of need. These gifts – along with the $500 ELCA Daily Bread grant we were awarded – will enhance Elim’s community garden and extend aid to the hungry through Helpline and Coffee Oasis. THANK YOU for your generosity and support during this campaign. To stay connected with this ministry of feeding the hungry, please watch for our garden planning meeting. Also, check out the work of Helpline by clicking here and Coffee Oasis by clicking here.

Again, THANK YOU. Your gifts are making a difference.

(Elim received a Daily Bread Matching Grant of $500 from ELCA World Hunger to help us with our outreach through our garden. We were one of only 200 congregations or agencies in the ELCA (which has over 9,100 congregations) to receive this grant. This is a wonderful opportunity set before us to expand our mission of feeding people. This grant will help our ministry serve our neighbors and truly provide daily bread. Read more about the work of the ELCA World Hunger: https://www.elca.org/hunger)

Pastor Chris is available during these days of physical distance

April 13, 2020 · by elimmediamusic

Yes, we are all following the “stay at home” order and will continue to do so until we have been advised that it is safe to once again gather physically. In these days you may be experiencing a need to talk about where God is in the midst of all this and to be assured of God’s presence. Pastor Chris welcomes the opportunity to journey through this with you. You may call him at any time at 360-907-4289 or email him at prnolte@gmail.com.

Pastor Chris is also available at the church office on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon. In order to best practice safe physical distancing, conversations will be held by appointment in the church entrance area (or outside, weather permitting) with chairs spaced at least 12 feet apart. Please call/text Pastor Chris at 360-907-4289 or email him at prnolte@gmail.com to schedule an appointment. He looks forward to sharing this time with you.

Food on the 1st – our mission continues even during the COVID-19 pandemic

April 2, 2020 · by elimmediamusic

Helpline is still open and distributing food to those in need. We can continue to support our mission of feeding the hungry of our community and at the same time do the safe practice of physical distancing.

The best way to help in these days is to make a financial donation online. Go to https://skhelpline.org/give/. (Information is also included for sending a check or making a donation with your credit card over the phone.) On the giving page, there is a box labeled “write a comment.” Elim can be entered as a way for our congregation to receive the credit for your donation.

Most importantly, receive the thanks of a grateful community!

Coffee and conversation – Wednesdays at 9 a.m. – on hold during COVID-19 pandemic

February 11, 2019 · by elimmediamusic

You are invited to join us for Coffee and Conversation on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. This gathering is open to all and is a wonderful way to continue Sunday morning fellowship conversations, catch up on happenings in and around the building, and discuss life in general. We meet in the Fireside Room for hot coffee and warming conversation. We look forward to welcoming you!

Come sing with us – on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic

February 8, 2018 · by elimmediamusic

The Last Sunday Singers, our one-rehearsal choir, will gather at 8 am on a Sunday-to-be-determined to practice a song to be sung during our morning worship. This choir is for all who want to sing – no prior choir experience is needed and there are no try-outs. Simply show up and be ready to sing. All ages are welcome.

Looking forward to singing with you. Feel free to bring a friend or two – grandparents, invite your grandkids to come sing with you!