June 23-27

But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness. – 2 Timothy 3:14-16

WEDNESDAY:
5:30 pm – Annual Voters BBQ
6:30 pm – Annual Voters Meeting

SUNDAY:
9:00 am – Divine Service
10:45 am – Christianity 101

MONDAY:
6:30 pm – Vespers Service / Communion

THOSE SERVING US THIS WEEK: 07/26
Ushers: David Kreienbrink, Mike O’Neill, Rob Easley, & Jon Kvale

Organist: Albert Harris
Vespers Accompanist: Mallory Daniels
Live Stream: Matt Kopf
Acolyte: Norin Sundby

THOSE SERVING US NEXT WEEK: 08/02
Ushers: David Kreienbrink, Mike O’Neill, Rob Easley, & Jon Kvale

Altar Guild: Katarina Bleasdale

Organist: Michelle Minton
Vespers Accompanist: Mallory Daniels
Live Stream: Abel Gullixson
Acolyte: Abel Gullixson

ALTAR FLOWERS: The Buck’s, in thanksgiving to God for His blessing on our marriage.

Please contact the church office at office@parklandlutheran.org if you would like to supply flowers. We will ask for the date you would like to give flowers and the reason (if there is one). These upcoming dates are available/reserved:

Aug. 2 (Trinity 9 – paraments are green) – Available
Aug. 9 (Trinity 10 – paraments are green) – Available
Aug. 16 (Trinity11 – paraments are green) – Reserved
Aug. 23 (Trinity 12 – paraments are green) – Available

Notes!

CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED:
The church office will be closed for two Fridays in July due to the church office staff vacation schedule, July 24 & 31. The staff thanks you in advance for your understanding of our time out of the office. Please feel free to email Carin at office@parklandlutheran.org or Carry at books@parklandlutheran.org, and we will get back to you the following week.

VOTERS MEETING 7/29:
On Wednesday, July 29, the voters are first meeting for a BBQ at 5:30 pm at the parsonage, followed by the meeting at 6:30 pm. Voters, please plan to attend. Bring a lawn chair.

DIANA AND JOE CUTBERTH MEMORIAL SERVICES:
In His unsearchable wisdom, the Lord called to Himself both Diana and Joe Cutberth on June 4th, 2026. The memorial services for Diana and Joe Cutberth are planned for August 2 (see schedule below). All are invited to attend these services to support and encourage Jennifer, Ryan, and Scott.

  • 1:00 pm @ PLC – Diana Cutberth Memorial Service
  • 2:15 pm @ PLCemetery – Diana Cutberth Committal Service
    • (510 136th St E, Tacoma, WA 98445)
  • 5:00 pm @ PLCemetery – Joe Cutberth Memorial Service
    • (510 136th St E, Tacoma, WA 98445)

PAINT AND “SIP”:
The Women’s Club is having a Paint and “Sip” event on August 20 from 6:00-8:00 pm in the PLC old main basement. We invite the women of the congregation to come join us for a landscape painting class with hors d’oeuvres and mocktails. No alcohol will be present. There will be a children’s supervisor if needed at the event and their craft is included with adult RSVP. Kathi Minton is doing the painting instruction. There is a $20 fee to offset the cost of supplies. Cash or check made out to Women’s Club will be collected at the door. Space is limited for painting, but feel free to attend for the social time. Please use this RSVP to sign up at: https://forms.gle/mqBQ9xtkzfScXCR37

PLC MATINS / PLS CHAPEL SERVICES IN 2026-2027:
After a recent visit to our congregation, one of our friends mentioned how much he enjoyed our PLS Chapel service. He said, “This is great! Do you invite the whole congregation to attend this?” Well, yes, we do, but we could certainly do more.

YOU are invited to join us for Chapel this year. You will see the days (usually, but not always on Wednesdays) printed in the color bulletin insert each week. We will also have coffee available before and after chapel, starting from 8:10 to 8:40 am, and then from 9:20 to 9:40 am. Please consider joining us for chapel each week.

PLC AUGUST CALENDAR:
Please visit the News/Events page of our website to view the PLS August Calendar.

JULY GIVING FOR BUDGET AND MORTGAGE:
Giving as of Sunday, July 19, 2026 = $26,316 ($8,3642 Weekly Requirement)

JUNE BUDGET REPORT:
Please see the Midweek Update to view the PLC June 2026 Financial Summary.

Reminder Notes!

PASTORAL FAMILY DAYS OFF CAMPUS:
Pastor Gullixson – Thursdays (during the summer)
Pastor Lehne – Fridays
Pastor Sparley – Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays

PASTORAL PLANNING CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
On Sunday, July 12, the Pastoral Planning Committee presented 3 options for the congregation to consider regarding our pastoral staffing possibilities in the future.

  • Option 1: Calling a third pastor for concentrated Graham Mission work with BHO partnership
  • Option 2: Call a third pastor and concentrate efforts at PLC & PLS
  • Option 3: Stay with our current pastors at PLC & PLS

There were good discussions and considerations at the meeting. Please take about an hour to watch/listen to the presentation recording so that you can be involved in this ongoing discussion. We are planning another congregational meeting in late September or early October for opportunity for more conversation. If we as a congregation are ready to make a decision, we will be able to at the October voters meeting. You can watch the recording at: https://vimeo.com/1210283022/6c4f6679ed?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci (you will need this link in order to watch it).

INSTALLATION SERVICE OF ELS PRESIDENT-ELECT AND VICE PRESIDENT-ELECT:
All congregation members are invited to watch the Installation Service of the ELS President, Michael Smith and Vice President, Peter Faugstad on Wednesday, August 5 at 6:30 pm (4:30 pm Pacific Time) in Trinity Chapel on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, Minnesota. The Service will be livestreamed at els.org/streams. See invitation attached.

SYNOD CONVENTION HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Election of President Michael Smith and Vice President Peter Faugstad
  • The new Board for World Outreach (BWO) Mission Counselor Rev. Jay Webber gave a presentation about the many changes that the BWO will be working on throughout the coming years.
  • BWO was expanded to include Australia and Kenya
  • BWO will expand the number of board members to better cover the numerous mission fields.

SEMI-ANNUAL OFFERING STATEMENT IN MEMBERSHIP BOXES:
The January-June 2026 offering statement has been put in your membership boxes for review.

CONFIRMATION INSTRUCTION TO BEGIN IN SEPTEMBER:
The pastors are currently seeking out those who would like to receive Confirmation instruction for the ’26-’27 school year. If you know of someone between the ages of 11 and 18 who would like to begin their catechism instruction, please speak to a pastor.

EMMAUS MUSIC ENRICHMENT CAMP AT PLC:
The Lord has given us a wonderful gift in music. We invite 3rd Graders through Seniors in high school to join us as we learn the beauty and joy of music, especially as we use it to confess our faith and praise our Lord! We will learn music and singing fundamentals, vocal harmony, bells/chimes, and more! No musical experience is required to join! See below for details.

  • Who: Students going into 3rd Grade through High School
  • When: August 10-14, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (Family Bible School is directly after!)
  • Where: PLS Basement (Extended Care Room)
  • Cost: $25 per Household

For more information or to register, please click here.
Questions? Email Pastor Gullixson at pastorgullixson@gmail.com.

PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH FAMILY BIBLE SCHOOL:
Please join Parkland Lutheran Church for Family Bible School on August 10-14, from 5:00 pm to 7:15 pm in the Ark (gym). Family Bible School is an opportunity for everyone, whether single or married, with or without children, to come and learn with the Family of God about their Savior and divine forgiveness.

Each evening begins with supper at 5:00 pm, followed by a devotion, a Bible lesson, fellowship, crafts, and activities for everyone. All are welcome to attend!

ELECTRONIC GIVING:
Parkland Lutheran Church has a convenient way to make your regular offerings. With our electronic giving program, you can easily set up a recurring giving schedule or make one-time contributions. Visit our church website for more information or go straight to it by clicking on this link

  1. This is optional; the old system of contributing by check and cash still works.
  2. Members can still set something up through their banks so that regular checks are mailed in.
  3. If members choose this new option, they might wish to consider still using their envelopes and indicate on them that contributions are given electronically (not necessary, but that way a young confirmation student sees regular contributions going into the offering plate).