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"Flat Jesus"

THE ADVENTURES OF FLAT JESUS

“Flat Jesus” was created from the basis of a children’s book called Flat Stanley, (written by Jeff Brown). In the book, a boy named Stanley becomes flattened and is able to be mailed to different places, having all kinds of exciting adventures. 

“Flat Jesus” is a way to keep our church family connected as we enter into the summer traveling season. Color “Flat Jesus” and take him with you as you travel…or to whatever you do this summer. Take a picture of him doing lots of different things: going out to dinner, having fun at the beach or the mountains, hanging out with friends or cousins, or whatever you are doing! It will be an amazing adventure! It is a great way to remember that Jesus is always with us, wherever we go. And it just might start up a conversation with someone about what you are doing…and why! 

HOW TO CREATE YOUR VERY OWN “FLAT JESUS”: 

1. Take a printed “Flat Jesus” from the narthex or the office, or print out the template (on cardstock, if possible). 

2. Decorate your “Flat Jesus.” Be creative! You can make one for yourself and one for a friend!

SHARE HOW JESUS IS ON THE MOVE!
When you have taken photos of “Flat Jesus,” you can share your “Flat Jesus” pictures:

1. By emailing photos to [email protected] 
or texting them to her (call the office for the number if you don't have it)

2. By uploading your picture directly to Facebook and Instagram. Tag Ascension Lutheran Church.
Share on Twitter with @alutheran 
Add the hashtag #flatJesus and/or #jesusisonthemove

It will be so exciting to see where Jesus is on the move this summer as you share your adventures! 
And remember, Jesus is with you ALWAYS!
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at work
at dinner
at a meeting
at graduation
at the pool
below Grandfather Mountain
on Confirmation on Pentecost
at Shelby Intermediate's 6th grade graduation
at an Emmaus Gathering
celebrating Father's Day with family
with Pastor Jan Huntley at St. Mark's, Blowing Rock
with the Smolzers' new arrival
On the Neuse River in New Bern
At a Car Show in Hendersonville
Making Slime at Camp
At Waffle House for breakfast
Cruising at the Classic Car Show
At family dinner

300 N Lafayette St, Shelby, NC 28152
(704) 487-5679
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  • Home
  • About
    • News & Events >
      • Response to COVID-19
    • What's a Lutheran?
    • Contact Us and Find Directions >
      • Columbarium and Memorial Wall
    • Contact the church office
    • Contact Pastor
    • Vision, Mission and Values
    • Congregation Policies
  • I'm New!
    • What to Expect
  • Ministries
    • Calendar
    • Worship and Music >
      • Worship Archive >
        • December 2021
        • November 2021
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    • Caring for Each Other >
      • Women of the ELCA (WELCA)
      • Adventurers' Group
    • Education and Faith Formation >
      • "Flat Jesus"
      • ELCA Youth Gathering
    • Strengthening Community >
      • "God's Work. Our Hands."
    • Prayer and Affirmation >
      • Praying the News
  • Give
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  • Connect Online
    • Live Stream