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 LIFT
(Lutherans
in
Faith
Together)
 June 17-18, 2011
Muhlenberg College
2400 Chew Street
Allentown, Pa.
The 2011 LIFT (Lutherans in Faith Together) event has concluded.
The 2011 LIFT (Lutherans in Faith Together)
event was held in conjunction with the
synod assembly
and the LYF (Lutheran Youth Fellowship) assembly.
Click here to see a schedule of events that
took place at Muhlenberg College on Thursday, June 16,
Friday, June 17, and Saturday, June 18.
Read more about these LIFT 2011
experiences:
Click the links below for—
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The Presenter
 The
Rev. Dr. Jon Pahl
is Professor of the History of Christianity in North America and
Director of MA Programs at The Lutheran Theological Seminary at
Philadelphia.
Dr. Pahl has published dozens of articles, essays, columns, and reviews,
including Shopping Malls and Other Sacred Spaces: Putting God in
Place. Dr. Pahl also appeared, along with his son, Justin, in the
feature documentary film, Malls R Us. You can watch the
Malls R Us trailer on YouTube.
In addition to his presentation on Friday at 1:30 p.m. for all LIFT,
synod assembly, and LYF assembly participants, Dr. Pahl will present a
workshop, 5 Peace Principles
and Prosperous Mission, during Session 2 of the Friday
workshops. The Musicians
 Marty Haugen
Marty Haugen is a composer of liturgical music for
both Roman Catholic and Protestant congregations. He has over 400
compositions published by GIA, Augsburg Fortress, and other publishers.
For the past 25 years he has presented workshops and concerts across
North America and in Europe, the Pacific Rim, Asia, and Central America
for church musicians and anyone interested in the renewal of worship.
Mary Preus
 Mary Preus is a singer, song leader, and choir director. Her experience
ranges from church choirs (directing and singing) to jazz ensembles. She
focuses her current music research on diverse singing styles and on the
worship and singing life of justice centered communities of faith around
the world. Mary is music director at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in the
Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis. Mary's voice can be heard on
recordings by liturgical composers Ray Makeever and Marty Haugen.
Marty Haugen and Mary Preus will lead two workshops,
one for worship leaders and
musicians (Friday, Workshop Session 1, 2:45-3:45 p.m.) and one
for LIFT participants
(Saturday, Workshop Session 3, 9:15-10:15 a.m.
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LIFT Schedule
Below is the schedule for
LIFT. Click the links to read more about the activities and
events listed.
Time
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Activity
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Friday, June 17, 2011
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9:00 - |
1:00 pm |
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Registration (available
throughout the day)
The Augsburg Fortress bookstore and the display area will be open.
Coffee and tea will be available at the field house. |
1:30 - |
5:30 pm |
|
Children's Program |
1:30 - |
2:30 pm |
|
Presenter,
Jon Pahl: Shopping Malls and Other Sacred
Spaces: Putting God in Place |
2:45 - |
3:30 pm |
|
Chapel Concert: Covenant Brass Ensemble |
2:45 - |
3:45 pm |
|
Workshop Session 1
You are welcome to choose from many different workshops covering
mission and ministry in various ways. |
4:00 - |
4:45 pm |
|
Chapel Concert: Members of the Lehigh Valley
Charter High School for the Performing Arts Touring Choir,
directed by David MacBeth |
4:00 - |
5:00 pm |
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Workshop Session 2
You are welcome to choose from many different workshops covering
mission and ministry in various ways. |
5:00 - |
6:45 pm |
|
Dinner
The newly renovated Wood Dining Commons in Seeger's Union offers
an amazing variety of delicious entrees, salad bar, desserts, and
beverages. |
7:00 pm |
|
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Holden Evening Prayer
Join Marty Haugen, the composer of Holden Evening Prayer, with
Mary Preus as they lead evening worship in the chapel on the
Muhlenberg Campus. |
Saturday, June 18, 2011
|
8:00 - |
9:00 am |
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Registration |
9:15 - |
10:15 am |
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Workshop Session 3
You are welcome to choose from many different workshops covering
mission and ministry in various ways. |
9:15 - |
10:15 am |
|
Chapel Concert
Organ recital, Stephen Williams |
10:45 am |
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Festival Eucharist and Closing of the Synod Assembly
Join with the voting members from the synod assembly and LYF as we
celebrate Holy Communion, using Now the Feast and Celebration
led by its composer, Marty Haugen. |
Noon - |
1:15 pm |
|
Lunch
The newly renovated Wood Dining Commons in Seeger's Union offers
an amazing variety of delicious entrees, salad bar, desserts, and
beverages. |
1:30 - |
5:30 pm |
|
Children's Program |
1:30 - |
2:30 pm |
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Concert
Marty Haugen
will offer a concert of joyful praise, song and story. |
2:45 - |
3:30 pm |
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Chapel Concert
Heidelberg Handbell Choir, directed by Jackie Laudenslager |
2:45 - |
3:45 pm |
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Workshop Session 4
You are welcome to choose from many different workshops covering
mission and ministry in various ways. |
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Workshops
Workshops were held on Friday and Saturday.
Topics ranged from Haiti to Slovenia, from Flip to magic, from
partnerships to bullying.
Click here to go to the workshop page.
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