Our Vicarage Destination

Well, it is official.  This August Sarah and I will be heading to Wheaton Illinois.  That's right this is Adam and this is my first post here on "The Glory of our Pilgrimage."  It was a pretty intense night this past Monday.  As my fellow brothers went on before me to receive their vicarage assignments, I was praying that wherever I was sent it would be the best vicarage for me.  My prayer was answered when Prof. Nuffer announced that I would be serving at St. John Lutheran Church in Wheaton, Illinois.

So where is Wheaton you might ask.  Well its about 30 minutes west of Chicago but north of Joliet and Lockport.  From what my documents tell me there are 56,000 residents in Wheaton, but there are numerous towns that surround us.  The church itself is very large with over 1,000 members, and three pastors.  Pastor Scott Bruzek will be my supervisor.

There is a twist to this story though.  I know my supervising pastor.  Pastor Bruzek was the pastor at Our Savior Lutheran in Momence Illinois.  During his time there around 18 of my relatives passed away (yes I have a large family).  During that time I was under Pastor Bruzek's care, but now I will be under him as a vicar. I look forward to learning more from him now that I am twelve years older.

I will be writing here periodically, checking in with those who are following our vicarage and updating you all on our progress.  If you would like to hear more about where we are going check out: http://www.stjohnwheaton.org/

In Christ our Risen Lord and Savior,

Sem. Adam E. Jacobsen

One week!

One week away until the vicarage placement service!

And we're excited to see where the Lord sends us for this year long adventure.

I'm praying for our vicarage congregation as well as all congregations that will be receiving a vicar this year. My prayers are also for the vicars and their families - the vicars and families coming back to Fort Wayne and those leaving Fort Wayne. Transitions can be tough at times but I pray that all continue to look to our Heavenly Father for guidance and peace.

Psalm 29:11
The LORD gives strength to his people; 
   the LORD blesses his people with peace.



Toodly doo,
Sarah

Moving Organization - Box Labels and Moving Checklist

Hello, dear friends!

I am aware that many of you {i.e. seminary families} will be moving soon whether it be to vicarage, back to Fort Wayne, or to your call. Here are a couple handy dandy resources I've come across that I thought I'd pass along.  Happy packing! :-)

Box Labels
Take a peek at this link and read the comments - more helpful info.

Moving Checklist

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Vicarage Announcements

Take a peek at these modern vicarage announcements {created to match this blog}. Some of these vicarage  announcements will be sent to our supporting congregations.  The cards are currently blank, but with a little help from picnik.com here are some examples of what these vicarage announcements may look like after May 2nd, 2011:

 

Blessings, 

Sarah

An Encouragement of Fellowship

Today SWA (student wives association) hosted an informational event for wives of the seminary students. This event had great speakers (professors and placement directors) from the seminary who not only explained the vicarage and call process but also answered the wives' numerous questions. Everything from how the process begins to how it concludes, moving logistics to insurance, furnished vicarage to bringing a pony....

This event was informational and an encouragement from the placement directors to the wives. The meeting was also a wonderful fellowship opportunity for the wives as we prepare for yet another chapter of this seminary adventure.

Blessings,
Sarah

{Now where is my packing tape....}

Moving Tips

Hello there, fellow movers!

Whether you are moving to and from your vicarage or to your call, take a peek at these helpful moving links!

Everything from a moving timeline (what timeline? ;-)) to how to pack kitchen ware (don't forget that handy dandy pan from the co op!), this link's checklist is for you:

http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/moving-checklists#slide_1

 

Blessings,

Sarah

{P.S.As of today,  40 days until we know where we're moving.}

9 Boxes

As of today we have now packed 9 boxes.

We will lose count eventually as we excitedly get closer to May 2nd. May 2nd is when we will receive our year long vicarage assignment, which will direct us as to when and where we shall move beginning this summer.

Blessings in Christ,
Sarah