Happy Birthday and Getting ready for Christmas

On Sunday, December 19, Augustana wished Pastor and a visitor a happy Birthday.  Marilyn and Karen give Christmas gifts to Father Louis Braxton. These were Father's own personal gifts. Augustana members have organized Christmas gifts for his homeless residents which will be distributed just before Christmas. Besides wishing birthday and Christmas greetings,  Augustana members decorated the church for Christmas. After decorating the church, members went Christmas Caroling to Flushing House and visited Eric. Eric recently had surgery on his foot so he is home bound.

Sunday Luncheon - November 21, 2010

Pictures from the Fall Harvest Hallelujah Evening - October 29, 2010

Games were played, jelly apples were made and all kinds of goodies were distributed. The children had a great time!

Hallelujah Evening - October 29

Hallelujah Evening - October 29
A Celebration For Our Youth!
Friday, October 29, 6:30 P.M.

Please RSVP by October 27, 2010.

There will be lots of food, games and fellowship.

•All children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

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Augustana Flea Market - October 23, 2010

It was a beautiful day for a flea market. People arrived before 9:00 to get in and search for treasures. By 11:00 there was a nice crowd and people were leaving with clothing, books, electronics, jewelry, cookware, glassware and other great finds.

Augustana Flea Market - October 23, 2010

Glenn Moore becomes a member of Augustana

On Sunday, October 3, 2010, at the 10:30 AM Service, Glenn Moore became a member of Augustana.

Glenn is Irish and German decent. He was raised German Methodist United Brotheran Church. For the past 35 years he has lived in Astoria. Glenn transferred his membership from St. John Lutheran Church in Greenpoint. What made him become a member? Glenn loves the architecture of Augustana, the warmth, love, and friendship that the members show to all who enter. It was a warm and loving welcome by Rev. Brathwaite.

We've Come This Far By Faith

On September 25, 2010 at 3:30 PM, Rev Rosalind Brathwaite was the guest speaker at First Reform Church of Astoria. This was the 38th year of Women Day Celebration. Pamela White, the president of the Women group of the church, welcomed everyone. Rosa Robinson gave the introduction to the guest speaker who was none other than our own Rev. Brathwaite.

The women all were dressed in white and wore blue scarves. Guest were able to purchase their own scarves as well. Rev. Dwayne Jackson, Pastor of the First Reform, gave the benediction and also stated how women are important in the work of the church.

No matter what the theme: Walking In Faith, Walking In The Light of God, We've Come This Faith-By God's Grace, or This Far By Faith (Women Walking Together in Faith), the message was loud and clear: Women walk and don't take small steps when it comes to their Faith.

Spread the word about Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church

One of the best ways to help support Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church is to spread the word.

On the home page of the Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church, at the bottom, are icons to share the church and school website with Google Buzz, Facebook and Twitter. It's easy enough to share the website by email, too. That function is built into every web browser.

In the AELC Weblog, below every post, there's a row of icons: email, Blogger, Twitter, Facebook and Google Buzz.

In the AELC Photo Albums there's share icons, too. You can share the pictures by email, Google Buzz, Blogger and Twitter. You can also download pictures and order prints (and all sorts of things).

You can share the AELC Calendar, too. These functions are built into the website. You can share the information in any other way you'd like, as well. The point is to spread the word.

Of course, if you have anything you'd like to share with the Augustana please send it in. You can use your email program or the form on the Contact AELC page.

If you have a website, a weblog, Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, or any other site of your own, please consider adding an Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church link. It all helps to get the message out.

Rally Sunday - September 12, 2010

Rally Sunday September 12, 2010

Blessing Of Teachers And Students

during the 10:30 AM Worship Service.

Light Refreshments Following The Service.

All Are Welcome!

Flea Market - Saturday, October 23 - 9AM to 3PM

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Flea Market

October 23, 2010 9 AM - 3 PM

Clean and New Items

Vendors and Volunteers Wanted!

For more information: augustanalc@gmail.com

Augustana Survey

Please take a few moments to complete the AELC Survey. The information we collect will be used to help Augustana grow!

• AELC Survey •

Urban Leaders Institute July 28-30, 2010

Yankee Baseball 2010 Tickets Available

Bronx Lions Club  (Rev. R. Brathwaite) member

Yankees
August 31st - vs. Oakland - 7pm
September 1st - vs. Oakland - 7pm
September 7th - vs. Baltimore - 7pm

All tickets only $15  (UPPER TIER SEATING)

Place Order By E-mail:  LionsBaseball@optonline.net
Bill Gumbel, Activity Chair

Intercessory Prayer

Everyone is welcomed to Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Chruch's Intercessory Prayer, on the phone; Tuesday's and Thurday's from  8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Please call 712-432-1699, access code 401030. You can join us to pray, share a prayer request or just listen.

For other Augustana Events please see the AELC Calendar.

Ms. Nicole George - Microsoft Certified Honor Student

Nicole George is a former student of the North Bronx Career Counseling & Outreach Center's Computer Literacy class where she became proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel 2003. She attended class everyday and worked very hard at achieving excellence.

But she did not stop there. Upon completion of the class, Nicole volunteered as a Teacher's aide in the ATTAIN Interactive computer lab.

When she heard about the opportunity to become Microsoft Word 2007 certified, she immediately enrolled in the MOAC class. She took instruction very well and was also very helpful to the other students. Nicole's perseverance paid off as she is Microsoft Word 2007 certified.

As a former Federal Correction officer, Nicole learned to work hard and pay attention to detail. She likes working with people bringing out the best in even those who may have poor life choices. Her people skills become evident whether she is helping the students in the ATTAIN Interactive Computer Lab, assisting the Teachers in the classroom, or providing support to the NBCCOC staff. She has a pleasent personality and her smile speaks volumes.

Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church is proud of Nicole George.

May 30, 2010 60th Anniversary of Svea & Bob Ashburn

On Sunday, May 30, 2010, during the 10:30 AM Service, Svea & Bob
Ashburn receive an anniversary blessing from Rev.Brathwaite assisted
by Marilyn Riviere. In attendance at this special occasion were Rev.
Dr. Bob Ashburn, his wife Jamie, their children Kris and Kyle. Rev.
Bob and Jamie will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary on
June 15.

The Ashburns were presented with a plant from members and friends of
Augustana. Bob & Svea have been members of Augustana since the
merger of Holy Trinity and Salem Lutheran Churches in 1954. Bob was
the church treasurer for over 30 years. Svea was the church
secretary and envelope secretary. Both were members of the Fellowship
League. Bob was a member of the Men's Club and Svea was a member of
the Ladies Aide Society.

60th Wedding Anniversary of Robert and Svea Ashburn

THE RITE OF HOLY BAPTISM

On Sunday, May 16, 2010, during the worship service, Frederick Ryan
Cartha was baptized and became the newest youngest member of
Augustana. Frederick was born on November 19, 2009. His Godparents
were Mike Smith and Kami Santos. Marilyn Riviere, his great aunt,
was his sponsor. Deacon Nina Hunt assisted Rev. Rosalind
Brathwaite. Ms. Samantha Argenzio was the acolyte. There was a
reception after the service at a local restaurant.

Park West Camera Club

Conrad Tinney, a member of Augustana, will have an exhibit of photography at the Park West Camera Club.

Jayne Skoog, Soprano, sings American Composers

On Friday, April 23, 2010, Jayne Skoog held her concert at LeFrak Concert Hall at Queens College.

Program:

• Samuel Barber - The Hermit Songs
• Joseph Bartolozzi - The Petrarca Songs
• Leonard Bernstein - I Hate Music: 5 Kid Songs for Soprano, What a Movie (from Trouble in Tahiti)
• Audrey Saint-Gil, Pianist

Ms. Skoog's Long Island City High School music students, attended the concert.

Ms. Jayne Skoog and Dr. Joseph Bartolozzi are on the faculty at Long Island City HS.

Thanks to all for a wonderful evening!

Jayne Skoog sings American Composers

On Friday, April 23, 2010 Ms. Skoog sang musical numbers from Samuel Barber, Joseph Bartolozzi, and Leonard Bernstein.

The concert was attended by Ms. Skoog's Long Island City High School music students and members and friends of Augustana Evangelical Lutheran Church where Ms. Skoog is the Choir Director/Organist. Many other friends and faculty were also in the audience. It was a fantastic performance and thanks also to Ms. Audrey Saint-Gil, pianist, who was her accompanist.

Knitting Club at Long Island City High School

Jayne Skoog and Nina Hunt have organized an after school program at Long Island City High School.  Jayne is the organist and Nina is a retired Jr. High Math teacher and a Deacon at Augustana.  The students are making these scarves and hats as a fund raiser in memory of a former Senior, Elaine Galindo who was killed in a automobile accident.  The money raised will go to Operation Smile in memory of Elaine.  The fund raiser is called Elaine's Smile.

Jayne Skoog sings American ComposersApril 23, 2010...

Friday, April 23, 2010 - 7:30 PM

LeFrak Concert Hall

Aaron Copland School of Music - Queens College - CUNY

65-30 Kissena Boulevard

Flushing, NY 11367

New for Augustana

The website and weblog have a new look and a new contact form has been added to the website. You can now send a message and photos and we'll get them into the photo albums and/or weblog. It's a great way to share. Enjoy.

Augustana website
Augustana weblog

Eric Svaigsen Memorial

Eric Svaigsen a long time member of Augustana died on March 23, 2009. Eric was a dedicated member and gave not only his time but he helped Augustana financially. These monetary gifts were his weekly envelopes and special donations when ever Augustana had a financial need.

His widow, Frances Svaigsen, requested a memorial in honor of Eric. This Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010, the altar will be decorated with new paraments in memory of Eric. He was much loved and honored as a great Lutheran. He is truly missed.

New Members - March 14, 2010

New member of Augustana!

Mid Week Lenten Dinner/Service

Left to Right: Rev. Alex Walbrodt, Atonement Lutheran, Rev. James Klockau, Grace Lutheran, Rev. Rosalind Brathwaite, Augustana Lutheran, and Rev. Dwayne Jacksonof Reform Church of Astoria. Four churches participating in the Lenten Dinner/Services.

Jayne Skoog sings American ComposersFebruary 26, 2010...

Friday, February 26, 2010 - 7PM
LeFrak Concert Hall
Aaron Copland School of Music - Queens College - CUNY
65-30 Kissena Boulevard
Flushing, NY 11367