Pacific Hills Lutheran Church thanks Pastor JP Cima for sharing with us his mission in Cambodia. We celebrated with an Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, July 17th. PHLC has helped Pastor Cima and his family with Mission dollars, while they are serving in Southeast Asia, where they have been for 12 years. Pastor Cima travels throughout Cambodia to equip and empower the leaders of the Cambodia Lutheran Church with mentorship and formal theological education, that they might boldly announce and demonstrate the Gospel to the people of Cambodia. Pastor Cima's wife, Aimee, serves as the Mercy Manager for the Asia region. You can learn more about Pastor JP Cima's mission work at these websites
- The LCMS Website
- Mission Central
- The LCMS article Sharing the Gospel in the Waters of Cambodia
- The Cima Family Website
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- Published: 15 August 2019 15 August 2019
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A small active of kindness can go a long way to make someone’s day. Those smiles belong to Pacific Hills Lutheran Church members who participated in some recent acts of kindness.
Smiles at the Laundromat
Members offered to pay for loads of washers and dryers at a local laundromat and were met with appreciation. Why did we do this? Because Jesus loves you and so do the members of Pacific Hills Lutheran Church.
Drinks for Travelers
Church members handed out refreshing water and Cokes for travelers on their way home from work. In all they handed out 115 bottles of Coke/Diet Coke and about 180 bottles of water Tuesday afternoon, August 13th, at the intersection in front of Pacific Hills Lutheran Church (90th & Pacific). Commuters appreciated the act of kindness.
In Galatians 5:22-23 Paul writes, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” One fruit that Paul mentions specifically is – kindness. There are many ways one can express kindness, but essentially kindness is love in action.
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- Published: 14 August 2019 14 August 2019
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Change. No one likes change, especially not Lutherans. August is a month of change. Many children are ready to head back to school this next week. The laid back days of summer are re- placed with the more structured school day schedule. Children are starting in new schools or moving up to a different grade or classroom. The seasons are changing. Soon the temperatures will drop along with the leaves on the trees. Life at Pacific Hills is changing as we prepare to start our building projects. We can be grateful that as we go through changes in our lives we have a God who never changes. James 1:17 says, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” He is always there for us and blesses us and is a constant in our lives.
Our own Lamb of God Preschool starts the new school year on September 3. We have many new families in our midst. This year we start with about 20 children. Thanks be to God for this amazing mission field and these precious little ones and their
families! These children will spend this school year playing, learning, growing, and hearing about the love of Jesus every day. We are grateful for the support of Pacific Hills, and we ask you to keep our preschool and its families in your prayers.
Blessings,
Kay Storck
Director/Teacher
Lamb of God Preschool
Kay Storck is the Preschool Director at Lamb of God Preschool in Omaha Nebraska
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- Published: 11 August 2019 11 August 2019
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This past Sunday (07/14/2019) Pacific Hills Lutheran Church's courtyard was filled with the upbeat jazz of Robert Glaser & Urban Jazz. Pacific Hills and visitors were blessed with beautiful evening weather and good fellowship. Band members for this ensemble are:
- Upright bass - Michael Frederickson
- Guitar - Ron Cooley
- Drums - Gayland Prince
- Piano/ vocals - Robert Glaser
- Percussion - Joey Gulizia
For more information about Robert Glaser & Urban Jazz please visit the Robert Glaser website or Facebook page.
Even Pacific Hill's own Paul Shultz (trombone) joined the band for the last two songs.
Pacific Hills Lutheran Church is happy to sponsor this venue for three concerts this year. For about the last 20 years Pacific Hills has sponsored three summer evening jazz concerts on our courtyard. This year we are continuing to do the same as the series has been a wonderful outreach event into our community. If you would like to contribute to this effort, please contact the PHLC office.
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- Published: 21 July 2019 21 July 2019
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We are now in the heart of summer. This is a time of year when many people take some time to slow down their pace. They might take a vacation or spend more time at the pool or reading books. With teaching there is a natural ebb and flow to the year, and summer break tends to be a quieter time. I try to use the summer as a time to reflect on the past year, set goals for the next year, and also make time to be refreshed. I like to call it “filling my bucket.” If I pour out myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually on my ministry, my family, and my students without replenishing my own reserves, I will run out of re- sources to give. So if you see a bit less of me around church this month, I haven’t gone anywhere, I’m simply refilling my bucket. I’m reading books, resting, spending time with family, doing projects around my house, and spending extra time praying and meditating on God’s Word, so that I can come back to a new school year refreshed and renewed for service.
Please keep all church workers, including myself, in your prayers as we serve in our various ministry positions. You can even use the words of Paul to the Colossians (part of our Epistle lesson this week).
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- Published: 12 July 2019 12 July 2019
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This week we celebrated our nation's independence and the birth of our nation's freedom. I hope that you had some time to relax and be with family and thank God for the men and women who have given their lives that we might breathe free. Last week in this article I spoke to you about a resource from Lutheran Hour Ministries entitled: “The Intersection of Church & State.”
To be sure in the United States the relationship between church and state is an energetic one. Voices and viewpoints line up across the spectrum. Some would argue there should be a "wall of separation" between the two. Others maintain co-existence is not only necessary and inevitable, but can lead to positive results. This Coming Sunday, July 7th, during Adult Bible Class (9:15am – Acker Hall – Earlier Time), we are going to take a look at “The Intersection of Church and State.” This DVD resource features former Lutheran Hour Speaker, Rev. Gregory Seltz.
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- Published: 06 July 2019 06 July 2019
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Pacific Hills provided free lunches to the community on a steamy Saturday, June 29th. Volunteers cooked and served hot dogs, hamburgers, chips and cold water to anyone who stopped by. We enjoyed meeting neighbors, passers-by, and friends at this annual event.
Why did we do this? Because Jesus loves you and we do too!
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- Published: 30 June 2019 30 June 2019
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Something to think about as we prepare to Celebrate the Birth of our Nation
In the United States the relationship between church and state is an energetic one. Voices and viewpoints line up across the spectrum. Some would argue there should be a "wall of separation" between the two. Others maintain co-existence is not only necessary and inevitable, but can lead to positive results. Next Sunday, July 7, during Adult Bible Class (9:15 AM – Acker Hall – Earlier Time), we are going to take a look at a DVD resource by former Lutheran Hour Speaker, Rev. Gregory Seltz and Lutheran Hour Ministries entitled: “Intersection of Church & State.”
Throughout this study, tough questions are raised that help the Christian understand the demanding balance between Church and State. Politics and religion often separate people in sharp and defining ways, dividing a country along shifting lines. Yet, no matter one's perspective, for the Christian his or her citizenship is an opportunity to serve in both the affairs of earthly government and the mission of the Christian Church on earth, always remembering; however, that the latter is most important and our number one priority.
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- Published: 29 June 2019 29 June 2019
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We thank Rev. Bill Steinbauer for his visit to Pacific Hills Lutheran Church Sunday, June 23, 2019. Pastor Steinbauer shared information on the progress of improvements to University Lutheran Chapel in Lincoln, Nebraska. PHLC contributed $200,000 to the renovations to the University Lutheran Chapel. Located on the edge of UNL's campus, the chapel has a vital role connecting students to Jesus. This renovation will change the whole look and function of the chapel. Instead of a fortress, the street view will be friendly and inviting to those walking by, making it much easier for new students on Sunday morning.
Rev. Steinbauer's sermon from Sunday, June 23, 2019 can be heard from the link below:
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06/23/2019 Sermon - Rev Bill Steinbauer delivers the sermon for the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost , "How Do You Think About Yourself and Would Jesus Agree?" based on Luke 8:26-39. Rev Steinbauer is the Pastor at University Lutheran Chapel in Lincoln Nebraska.
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- Published: 23 June 2019 23 June 2019
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Lamb of God Preschool Enrollment for the 2019-20 School Year
Lamb of God Preschool is currently enrolling for the 2019- 20 school year. We have openings in all programs for children ages 3-5. Please spread the word about availability in this developmentally appropriate, Christian preschool. Contact Kay Storck, Lamb of God Director/Teacher with any questions at (402) 391-2288. The Lamb of God Preschool website is www.LambofGodPreschool.org
Lamb of God Nature Club
Lamb of God is offering a new summer enrichment opportunity. Started this June 13 Lamb of God offers the Tree House Adventures Nature Club on Thursday mornings. Every Thursday morning throughout the summer children can join them for a complete outdoor learning experience. From 9:30-11:30 each Thursday children will have the opportunity to spend the morning outside taking walks, playing on their wildlife habitat playground, and creating nature art.
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- Published: 23 June 2019 23 June 2019
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