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Wednesday, November 19th, 2014
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"The Beginning of an End"
Dear Church~
Sunday is the last day of the church year. We begin the new church year on Sunday, November 30 with the first Sunday in Advent. Sunday's text announces that Jesus is King. The surprise of the text is that Jesus shows himself as King in a far different manner then when we think of earthly royalty. There were many in Jesus' day who wanted a king to rule with power. There were those who wanted Jesus to show that kind of leadership. Jesus talked about serving, caring, giving. Sunday's Gospel lesson is Matthew 25:31-46 and is the basis for Christ the King Sunday.
Please remember to bring your pledges for 2015 and your time and talent sheets. We will receive them as you bring them to the altar along with your regular offering for the day. The Stewardship Committee has agreed that they will consider each time and talent sheet turned in and contact those persons. They will also make sure that our time and talent sheets will go to those people leading our particular area of interest.
You have received the letter from the church under the heading of "Give Thanks With a Grateful Heart." It provides an opportunity to share in giving a year-end gift to the church to help in meeting our 2014 budget. We are truly thankful for your consideration and response to this request.
You are invited to worship on Wednesday, November 26 at 7:00 pm for our Thanksgiving Eve Service and pie social which follows. A great time to remember all the good reasons for us to be thankful. Have a blessed holiday with family and loved ones.
See you in Church!
~Pastor Keith Lentz
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| Worship & Music this Week
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Wednesday, November 19th - The Story
"David and Goliath" by: Pastor Dawn Alitz
Text: 1 Samuel 17:4-11, 32-50
5:00 pm Community dinner: Crispy Chicken Tenders, Mac N' Cheese, Greens Salad, Assorted Bars and Cookies
5:30 pm Contemporary Worship & Faith Formation
6:30 pm Confirmation Chill Time
7:00 pm Pre-Confirmation
7:00 pm Confirmation
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Sunday, November 23th - Celebration Sunday
"Who, me?" by: Pastor Keith Lentz
Text: Ephesians 1:15-23, Matthew 25:31-46
8:00 am Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
9:30 am Blended Worship in the CLC
Special Music (8:00 & 9:30): JuBellate
Childcare available at all services
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Welcome Pastor Dale Stiles!
We are very excited to announce that Pastor Dale Stiles will be joining our staff on December 1st! Visit our website for his full family biography.
Thanksgiving Eve Worship
Thanksgiving Eve Worship will be at 7:00pm on November 26th, followed by a pie social. Gratitude Containers
Many of us picked up a "Gratitude Container" in February and during the year when we have felt gratitude we have placed a coin or two in that container. Those containers will now be collected. On Nov. 23 as we place our offerings, pledge cards, and time and talent sheets on the altar, we will also place our gratitude containers. Our coins will go to three locations. Locally, we will be giving to Shobi's Table, a food truck ministry of the Saint Paul Area Synod, nationally the money will go to Women of the ELCA and internationally to women's ministry of the Lutheran Church in Guatemala. If a check is what you prefer to write, please write "Gratitude" on the memo line. You may designate if you wish your coins to go to one of the three ministries.
"Gratitude begins in our hearts and then dovetails into behavior. It almost always makes you willing to be of service, which is where the joy resides" - Anne Lamott Alternative Gift Market coming Nov. 22-23!
Shop & Share at First Presbyterian Church of Stillwater for fairly-traded handicrafts, foods, gifts of donations to non-profit organizations, and eco-friendly fabric gift bags. Market is open Nov. 22 from 10 am - 4 pm and Nov. 23 from 11 am - 2 pm at 6201 Osgood Ave N in Stillwater. For more info, visit www.fpcstillwateragm.wordpress.com. Mission and Outreach
The M&O committee reserves 5% of M&O funds for local or global disaster aid. This year the committee has chosen to donate $2,334 through Lutheran Disaster Response for on-the-ground relief efforts for the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. As we focus on stewardship this season, know that your offerings are always looking for not just "Good Works," but "Best Works!" Quilters' Boutique
Thank you to all who purchased items at the Quilters' Boutique. The winners of the raffle were: cardinal wall hanging went to Dave Colburn and the quilted throw went to Ellie Zaniewski.
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Staying Healthy in 2015
Are you in need of health insurance beginning in 2015? Open enrollment in the Health Insurance Marketplace begins on November 11, 2014. Click on the link below and enter your zip code to see what plans are available in our area. Find a plan that fits your needs and your budget. Take the first step toward a healthier new year!
See 2015 plans and premium estimates now.
Advent Teas
This Sunday began sign up for the ADvent eVENT teas for women. Five teas will be held the first week in December at various homes and at various times so every woman should be able to find a time. This is a great opportunity to meet with others in a small group setting, to share an Advent story as well as some treats. And, it will help us remember the reason for the season before getting into that Christmas rush. Check out the times and dates at the table in the gathering area today. Or, you can sign up during the week with the church office.
Humanity is not the owner but a steward of God's creation.
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| Early Childhood/Children & Family Ministry News
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Christmas Program
The Elementary Christmas Program "Christmas Time" has started rehearsals! It's not too late to join the choir. You can sign up in the Gathering Area or show up to the next rehearsal. The Preschool Christmas Program "A Night Like No Other" will practice during their faith formation time. These will both be presented at 10:30 on Sunday, December 14. On the 14th, practice will begin at 9:15am. Attendance at faith formation in the coming weeks will be important as we prepare for our Christmas program!
Pictures!
Preschool/elementary parents: please put your children's nametags on the bottom of their shirts for Facebook picture purposes.Also, make sure to "Like" us on Facebook to see pictures of your children and events at OSLC.
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| Youth & Family Ministry News
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Youth Winter Wipe Out- now open!Our annual Winter Wipe Out is coming up, January 16-18th. Registration is now open. Forms are due by December 17th and the cost is $99. Check out the Youth Board for more information and sign up.
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| Help Wanted
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I can provide a pie! We are looking for people that are willing to provide a pie for Thanksgiving Eve. Email: [email protected] Cookies! Yes, I can provide two dozen Christmas cookies (gluten free, peanut free, egg free and dairy free cookies are also welcomed) to be served at the Children's Christmas Program . Please deliver to the church kitchen by December 12th. Any questions, contact Sue Ortman at 651-439-6741. Come Ring Those Bells!
Our Savior's will again ring bells for the Salvation Army Red Kettle at Cub Foods. You may sign up for a one-hour shift in the Gathering Area or email the office. The dates are Friday & Saturday, December 5 & 6. Thank you for giving your time to help others!
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Our Savior's Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1616 W. Olive St.
Stillwater, MN 55082
651-439-5704
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