View Lutheran Church of Framingham history, wider church membership, and local structure including officers and committees.

1. The Lutheran Church
of Framingham
A Community of Faith
Dedicated
to Giving Glory to God in Christ
by
Worship, Service, Education, Fellowship
and Outreach

2. It is by grace that you have been
saved, through faith; not by anything of your
own, but by a gift from God… Ephesians
2:8
 As Lutherans, we believe that we are sinful and unable to
get in a good and right relationship with God on our own.
We are made right with God (saved from our sin) by
God’s gift of Jesus Christ – His Son and Our Savior – who
paid the price for what we do wrong. We cannot earn
God’s Love, for God already loves us. We
can, however, respond to this love by accepting it, giving
thanks for it, learning more about it and sharing it with
those around us.

3. “I have placed my rainbow in the clouds as a
sign of my promise until the end of time,
to you and to all the earth.” Genesis 9:13

4. A Brief History of LCF
• First Worship – Easter Sunday 1956 at the
Athenaeum Hall, Concord
Street, Saxonville
• Charter Signing 1958
• Edgell Road Facility built in 1960
• Early Years Rented Charlotte Dunning
School (Frost Street) for Sunday School
Classes

5.  Pastoral Leadership
 The Rev. Andrew Finger 1956-1991
 Pastor Emeritus
 Founding Pastor
 The Rev. David Cote’ 1992-1995
 The Rev. Richard Hurst, Sr., 1996-2011
 Open Call 2012

6. National Church Affiliation
Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod 1956-1976
Association of Evangelical Lutheran Churches
1976-1988
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America 1988-
The Rev. Mark Hansen, Presiding Bishop (Chicago, IL)
Baptized Members: 4,850,776
Congregations: 10,549
Synods: 65 in nine geographic regions

7. Regional Jurisdiction
• The New England Synod
– The Rev. Margaret Payne, Presiding Bishop
• 2000 - 2012
• 20 Upland Street, Worcester, MA 01607 )
– 68,000 Members
– 190 Congregations in 15 conferences
• LCF in Boston Metro Conference
• 2012 – Election Year

8. “We Are Simultaneously
Saints And Sinners..”
 The Lutheran Church teaches that the
“Saint” part is where we are made right
before God by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
 The “Sinner” part is the reminder that we
are imperfect beings who will mess things
up with God every chance we get!

9. Four Areas of Ministry to Each
Other and to the World
 1) Worship
 2) Christian Life & Service
 3) Education
 4) Administration

11. 1) Worship
– Covers all the areas that make every
opportunity to worship a special time!
 Worship & Music Committee Assists with
filling the various aspects of church service each week and
on special occasions. They help Pastor plan worship and
arrange for special music. It is also functional in taking care
of altar needs, making outdoor chapel service possible, and
coordinating the use of our two worship books.

12. Good Friday
Stations of the Cross
in the Outdoor Chapel

13. …Worship
 Ushers – These are the first people that you meet upon entering the Church on
Sunday, welcoming all to the worship service and handing out bulletins. Upon
arriving at church, ushers turn on the lights and set up and proofread the hymn
board. During the service, they take attendance, collect the offering and direct
communion.
 Lectors – Read the lessons every Sunday morning. Lessons are available for
practice prior to the service. Many lectors go on to read the prayers but that is not a
mandatory function of this position.
 Communion Servers – Assist in distributing communion at the Altar during the
Sunday morning service.
 Acolyte –They are responsible for lighting the candles at the beginning of the
service, extinguishing the candles at the end of the service, receiving the offering
plate and assisting Pastor as needed.
 Altar Guild – Sets up the altar for communion prior to service and cleaning up the
altar after service. This person also changes the banners when necessary.
 Gift Bearers – Bring up the gifts to the altar along side the ushers after the
offering is taken. This is a great opportunity for the young members of the
congregation to participate.

14. “Come to
me, all you who
labour and are
overburdened,
and I will give
you rest.” Matt 11:26

15. 2) Christian Life & Service
– This area of the church encourages fellowships and friendships within the
church and helps with sharing our joys with the communities around us.
 Outreach Committee – Spreads
the faith through out the congregation
and community.

16. Katie’s Quilters
Quilt Dedication
They are made with love
* Meet Wed Mornings
and sent with God’s
* Have made 1000’s of Quilts
Blessings! Warm for
*Given them to Lutheran World
Body & Soul
Relief, Lutheran Social
Services and Other
Programs

17. “He leads me beside still
waters;
He restores my soul…” Psalm 23

18. …Christian Life & Service…
 Parish Life Committee –Organizes
social events. This committee is not made up
of individuals who run every aspect of an
event, this committee is known for drawing
support and assistance from the whole
congregation.

19. LCF Supports the Outdoor Ministries of the
New England Synod at Camp Calumet in NH
Activities and Programs for Adults & Children

20. We also make good use of Calumet
– as individuals and as a congregation!
LCF Camping at Calumet

21. …Christian Life & Service…
 Christian Service Committee –
Visits shut ins and ill members of the
congregation. Kind words, thoughtful cards
and healing prayers frequently follow this
committee.

23. …Christian Life & Service…
 Stewardship Committee –
Works hard to assist in filling all the
volunteer positions with in the church
and helps members to strive to use the
gifts of God as lovingly and effectively as
possible.

25. …Christian Life & Service
 Katie’s Quilters – This group of women has completed an amazing number of quilts that
benefit Lutheran Social Services and Lutheran World Relief. They meet most Wednesday
mornings.
 Continental Breakfast – On the second Sunday of almost every month, volunteers team up
(2 or more) to host a simple coffee hour in the Narthex immediately following the Sunday morning
service.
 Salvation Army – On the 3rd Friday of every month, we assist with setting up, serving and
cleaning up a meal at the Salvation Army in downtown Framingham. The appropriate time
commitment is 4:30-6:30 pm.
 Thanksgiving Baskets – Members and youth alike are called to help with
shopping, assembling and delivering Thanksgiving baskets full of food to members of our
community. Shopping takes place on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Assembly takes place
the following day, Sunday.
 Chaperone/Volunteer Opportunities – Assisting & overseeing our youth for many of
the following activities: Eve of St. Nick, Spaghetti Dinner, Youth Quake, Sleepovers, Family Fun
Fair, Family & Friends Dinner, Annual Church Yard Sale.
 Angel Tree – Provide prayers and Christmas gifts for children who have a parent in prison.
 Veterans’ Brunch – Memorial Weekend brunch with Veterans and their families as our
special guests of honor.
 Family & Friends Dinner – 6th Wed Evening in Lent – a fellowship meal open to
everyone!

26. It starts with a gift. But it's so much more.
Every child has a story. For 1.5 million American children, that story is filled with the
abandonment, loneliness, and shame that comes from having a mom or dad in prison.
At Angel Tree, we find ways to reach out to these children, by sharing Christ's love
with them at Christmas and by developing year-round relationships. In the end, it's so
much more than giving Christmas gifts-it's about restoring families.
Every year LCF participates in the Angel Tree program.
After receiving the names of 3-10 children who have a parent who is in prison,
we contact the families to find out what the children would like and make
arrangements for further contacts.
People in the church give money to purchase gifts, volunteers go out to buy the items,
yet other people wrap them up and then we deliver them.

27. Thanksgiving Baskets for 50+ Families

28. 3) Education
– This area focuses on the educational enrichment of all our
members.
 Christian Education Committee –
Guides all the educational aspects of the
church; Sunday school, adult
discussions, Bible studies, and other special
programs.

29.  Each year the youth of LCF  The Greentree Homes
financially support two programs of
Lutheran Social Services of New  Making a difference in the lives of
England (LSSNE) adolescents is what the Greentree
Homes in Brockton, Massachusetts, are
all about.
 In June, we close the Sunday School
Year with a “Youth Walk”. One half
of the funds raised support the Green  Our goal is to provide professional help
Tree Homes of LSSNE and the other and programs which will enable our
half is used for youth activities and young residents, ages 12 to 17, to focus
programs at LCF. on the issues which brought about their
need for placement.
 Each November we have a Youth
Spaghetti Supper which raises money
 During a residents stay at Greentree they
for confirmation activities. A portion of
grow through self knowledge, and heal in
the proceeds (from 10-50%) are
the embrace of a caring community, as
donated to the Good News Garage. they begin to develop positive values and
attitudes.

30. Scout Sunday

31. …Education
 Sunday School Teacher– You can assist with the success of
Sunday school by volunteering your time or talents. You can
be a Sunday school teacher, aide or substitute.
 Good Friday Youth Event – On Good Friday, the youth of the
church are invited to the church for arts & crafts and “Stations
of the Cross”. The program takes place from 10:00 – 12:30 and
many volunteers are needed to assist with craft projects and
snacks.
 Christmas Pageant – Assist in the directing of the youth
Christmas pageant. Responsibilities could include helping the
youth with their lines, picking out the appropriate costume or
holding rehearsals.
 Special Programs – Assistance with teaching First
Communion class, Lenten programs, and other activities.

32. The “Eve of St. Nick”
Delivery Elves visit 100+ Children in 7 Communities!

33. 4) Administration…
– The Lutheran Church of Framingham is such a success
because of all the activities that go on behind the scenes.
There are many ways you can help.
 Properties Committee – This committee is
responsible for looking after the church, grounds and
the parsonage. Assistance with special work
projects & clean up days is of great help to this
committee.

34. …Administration…
 Finance Committee – Using the
congregation’s pledges and other sources of
income, all the foreseen expenses are
covered through this group’s efforts. This
group is responsible for compiling a yearly
budget.

35. …Administration
 Counters – Every week two volunteers count the
offering, prepare the bank deposit and drop the deposit off at
the bank immediately following the service. Anyone who can fill
out a deposit slip is capable of filling this position.
 Snow Shoveling – A volunteer to shovel snow is needed every
Sunday from November to April. Only the walkway needs to be
cleared by 9:00 am every Sunday.
 Council Officers – President, Vice
President, Secretary, Financial Secretary & Treasurer.
 Special Projects – Cleaning, planting, trimming, painting, &
fixing projects pop up all the time.

36. Look at the birds in the sky. They do
not sow or reap or gather into barns;
yet your heavenly Father feeds them.
Are you not worth much more than
they are? Matt 6:26

37. Congregational Structure &
Leadership
Voters’ Meetings
 Meets Once in June and Once in Dec
 Decides Budget and Policies
 Makes Decisions about Church Properties and
Capital Improvements
 Receives Reports from Committees
 Special Voters’ Meetings may be called to address
specific issues
 All active adult members are eligible to vote

38. Congregational Structure &
Leadership
Congregation Council
 President
 Vice President
 Secretary
 Financial Secretary (Records Income and Issues Financial
Statements)
 Treasurer (Pays Expenses and Files Tax Reports)
 Pastor is only permanent member
 Members elected at Semi-Annual Voters’ Meeting in December
Committee Chairs (Eight Standing Committees – These Council
Members are Elected as Chairs of Specific Committees

39. Standing Committees
 Worship and Music
 Outreach
 Parish Life
 Christian Service
 Stewardship
 Christian Education
 Properties
 Finance

40. “He leads me beside still
waters;
He restores my soul…” Psalm 23