11-04-2012 Announcements

IN OUR DAILY PRAYERS this week please remember Kermit and Darlene Schrag who were hospitalized this week and are now recovering at home, Keri Neuharth and her family who are mourning the death of Keri’s father, all others who are recovering from illness or surgery, those in cancer treatment programs, our shut-in and inactive members, and at least 2 of our friends and relatives who do not yet know Christ.

DR. PAUL MAIER, a well-known LC-MS pastor and author of about two dozen children’s books, non-fiction books on Biblical history and Biblical-character biographies, will be giving a free presentation for the general public at Zion Lutheran Church in Mitchell on Nov. 17^th at 7:30.  No RSVP is needed.

LARGE-PRINT HYMNALS – We have available a few large-print hymnals for those of us who need some assistance because of eyesight difficulties.  If you or someone you know would prefer to use a large-print hymnal, please ask any usher for assistance.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO VOTE – Millions of believers did not vote in the last election.  Another important election comes up soon.  Here is a truth:  There are millions of voters who strongly oppose our Christian views and our Christian way of life.  The issues are vital and they are many.  Who would ever have imagined a few years ago that today we would be debating the definition of marriage or that this country alone has about 1.2 million abortions each year or that this country would be 16 trillion dollars in debt?  Know what the national, state and local candidates’ positions are on these and other issues that concern you.  Then remember to vote so that your voice will be heard and, please, encourage others to vote, too.  This country, our children and their children need us not to be silent but to take a stand for what we believe in.

BAZAAR – Thank you to everyone who donated, worked and supported us on our successful day!  Please check the kitchen for your containers.  (s) Bazaar Committee

THRIVENT ANNUAL MEETING – Hutchinson County Thrivent members are invited to attend the annual meeting in Menno in the Grace Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall at 6:00 tonight.  A catered meal will be served followed with door prizes and entertainment.

LADIES AID – Coffee hour committee for Nov. 4^th is Lee Lagendyk, Mary Pfeiffer and Joan Dreessen.  Julie Huber is on Altar Guild; Pauline Walz and Marie Wrenn are Visiting Helpers for November.

LWML will meet Nov. 8^th at 2:00 p.m. Pastor will do the Bible study and Lee will serve lunch.

 

CHRISTMAS CANTATA – The choir will be presenting a Christmas cantata on Sunday, Dec. 23^rd during our regular morning service.  If you would like to sing with us, our rehearsal time is from 11:30 to 12:30 on Sunday mornings.  All ages are welcome!

CHILDREN’S XMAS EVE PROGRAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Sun., Nov. 11^th        12:30 - 2:30       (1^st to 8^th grade)

Wed., Nov. 14^th       5:00 - 6:00         (1^st to 8^th grade)

Wed., Nov 28^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 5^th        5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Sun., Dec. 9^th          11:30 - 1:45       (lunch provided) (all ages)

Wed., Dec. 12^th       5:00 - 6:00         (all ages)

Please watch the bulletin for practice dates beyond Dec. 12^th.

A SIGN UP SHEET is on the bulletin board if you would like to bring snacks for the midweek school and confirmation class on Wednesdays.  Please sign your name on the week you would like to bring a snack.  Thank you.

THE YOUTH GROUP will be raking leaves today at 12:30 p.m., weather permitting.

 

THE LUTHERAN HOUR is broadcast on Sunday mornings at 8:30 on 105.9 FM and at 9:30 on 570 AM.

MAIN STREET LIVING – Nov. 11^th – Kid’s Crossing will look at our dual citizenship … here on earth and in heaven.  The featured speaker will be Rev. Curtis Garland from First Lutheran Church in Wall. MSL may be seen on Sunday mornings at 10:00 on KDLT-NBC.