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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous April 10-17, 2016
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| I am so thankful for the large number of volunteers who give of their time and talents to bless the ministry of Joy Lutheran. It is not just that nice things get done, they are the roots of our faith community that keep us grounded, that keep us connected with God and neighbor. Thank you, Pastor Steve |
We are continuing our process of searching for a part time Administrative Assistant
for Joy Lutheran. If you are interested or know someone who may interested please visit our web page for the
job description and send a cover letter and resume to
[email protected] We have received a number of resumes which we are reviewing and will start interviewing soon.
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Next Bold Café April 10
Bold Café is the name we give to our monthly gathering of young adult women. It is an informal time for women to gather to talk about faith and things that matter. If you missed our last meeting, check out the
Bold Cafe E-zine to check out the topic of "Envy". Our next gathering will be Sunday, April 10 at 8am in the fireside room.
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Women's Bible Study April 12
This month we complete our 4 part study on the book of Philippians "Christian Citizenship 101" We meet in the Fireside Room Tuesday, April 12, 1:30pm lead by Wilma Timm and 7pm led by Marcia Lindseth.
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Choir Concert April 10
Mark your Calendar
for the
Pierce County Ecumenical Choir Concert
here at Joy on Sun. April 10 at 7pm. This 30 member choir will sing a variety of songs ranging from familiar hymns to praise and worship and gospel music.
The name of this year's concert is "Hallelujah". The free will donation will be used to support the local food pantry and local ministries.
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 Saturday, April 16: St. Croix Conference
WELCA
Morning of Renewal, Bethel Lutheran Church, 920 Third Street, Hudson, 8:15 AM - Noon. Theme: "Be Still and Know That I Am God: Finding God in the Midst of our Active Lives." Pastor Amelia Houdek, associate pastor at First Lutheran Church in New Richmond, will be speaking on seeing God at work in our daily lives and in the world around us. Registration fee of $5 will be paid by JWELCA. Contact Emilie Horken or Marcia Lindseth if you'd like to attend this morning of inspiration and fellowship.
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Time for a Painting Party!
BRUSH STROKES PAINT PARTY!
Join us on
Sunday, April 17th
at Joy from 11:00-1:00; $35 per person.
($15 from each painter will be donated to
the Youth Mission Trip).
We will be painting Star Light, Star Bright
...pictured here
Register online at www.brushstrokesparty.com or call/text Kayleen at 515-333-8363.
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Sunday, April 24:
JWELCA Spring Banquet, 5:00 pm.
All women and children are invited for an evening of good food, fellowship, and fun. This year's theme is "Garden Party: Seeds of Kindness." Meal prepared by Doug Keyport and served by the men of Joy. Tickets available for sale on Sundays, April 3, 10, and 17. Adult tickets are $10.00;
tickets for children 5 and under are $5.00.
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Education Series
Join us on Tuesdays at 12 noon for information and support. Lunch provided. Seating is limited. RSVP 715-262-5661
Prescott Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
April 19 Pulmonary Disease and COPD
April 26 Parkinson's Disease
May 3 Understanding Dementia
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Annual Plant Market
Get ready to get your hands dirty and add some color to your yard. Yep, the 8th annual Joy Plant Market is
Saturday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Proceeds going to the Prescott Food Shelf, St. Croix Habitat for Humanity, ELCA Missions, and Joy Worship Enhancements. You can help by:
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Donating perennial, annual, and vegetable plants
(need to be clearly marked with provided plant markers listing plant name, sun/shade and bloom color, and perennials need to be in 1 gallon pots or larger). Plant drop-off is Friday, May 13, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Joy.
*Volunteering
for Saturday and/or Sunday activities
*Donating money
towards the Plant Market (place donation in offering plate).
*Getting the word out
to neighbors and friends
Please call one of this year's co-chairs: Bobbie Flatz (715-262-5960) or Joan Northouse (715-262-4884) with questions, donations, or comments.
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Youth Events
Pizza and Nerf Nite
CA
LLING ALL KIDS!!!
MUSIC ...
CRAFTS... GAMES... FRIENDS ...
AND THE BEST PART....LEARNING ABOUT GOD
Vacation Bible School is
June 13-17
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Register today!!
click here
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Luther Park
Have you taken time to look at the summer camp programs offered at Luther Park and Luther Woods? While June and July may seem a long way off, the staff at Luther Park is already gearing up for another exciting summer filled with fun and spiritual growth. Luther Park offers a variety of programs for campers who have completed Kindergarten-12th grades. Whether you are a first-time camper or a veteran senior high, there is something for everyone at Luther Park! If you register and pay in full before May 1st you will receive the Early Bird Discount. To sign up for camp, pick up a brochure and send in your registration today or visit www.lutherpark.org to register online. Make your plans now to have camp be a part of your summer. Camp brochures can be found at the church or contact the Luther Park office at [email protected] or (715) 859-2215.
JWELCA is pleased to be able to offer camperships
to anyone needing financial assistance to be able to go to camp. Talk with Christy.
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More WELCA News
Friday-Saturday, April 29-30: NW Wisconsin Biennial Synod Women's Convention, Plaza Inn and Suites, Eau Claire. Theme: "Ordinary Women Serving an Extraordinary God." Registration begins at 4 PM on Friday and concludes with lunch on Saturday. Cost is $60 until April 13 and $70 thereafter. JWELCA will pay the $60 registration fee for any Joy women wanting to attend. (Contact Emilie Horken if you are planning to attend.) Hotel accommodations are available for $99/room for up to 4 persons, including a continental breakfast. Reservations should be made directly with the Plaza hotel by calling 800-482-7829. Entertainment will be the King's Countrymen, a bluegrass gospel group from Mondovi, and keynote speaker is Michelle Rayburn. Patti Austin, President of the churchwide Women of the ELCA will be the convention guest. Several Awareness Workshop Sessions will be offered. For more information check out convention information in the Synod Women's newsletter or the convention poster on the JWELCA bulletin board in the narthex or on the Synod Women's website: www.nwswiswo.org.
If you are interested in what is going on with our NW Wisconsin Synod Women's Organization, take a look at the latest Northwester newsletter hanging on the bulletin board in the narthex hallway. You can read articles on homelessness, exploring Epiphany, human trafficking, etc. You can receive this newsletter for FREE by sharing your name and email address with the newsletter editor, Eleanor Johnson, at [email protected].
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Card Ministry
Check out the card rack for new cards. The card ministry met on Saturday March 12th and made about 140 new cards. These include cards for Easter and Mother's Day. Thank you to all who support our ministry.
At $2 a card it is a bargain for a fine handcrafted card, plus it supports a great ministry.
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Wednesday Supper Menu
- Apr. 13 Baked Potato Bar
- Apr. 20 Ham Balls
- Apr. 27 Picnic
April 27th will be the last dinner until we come back Sept.7th.
Join us each Wed. for a meal in the fellowship hall. 5:15-6:30pm Free Will donation
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Worship Leaders for March-April
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GREETERS
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READERS
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COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
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April 10
8:15 Mike & Pauline Volkman
10:00 Susan Metcalf
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April 10
8:15 Carol Peterson
10:00 Erica Keezer
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April 10
8:15 Carol Peterson
Phyllis Hoffmann
Marv Lindseth
10:00 Susan Metcalf
Diane Meyer
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April 17
8:15 Al & Sue Klein
10:00 Josh & Brandon Pender
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April 17
8:15 Joan Northouse
10:00 Vicki & Emily Bowen
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April 17
8:15 Joan Northouse
Mary Jonikas
Al Klein
10:00 Wayne Lundgaard
Hope Olson
Diane Meyer
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| Vision Council 2016 Back row: Kristen Gray, Tom Gujer (VP), Donna Boatman (Secretary), Wayne Lundgaard, Steve Meyer (Pastor), Christy Canfield (Dir. of Ed. & Youth), Front row: Kristin Tibayan (Treasure), Marcia Lindseth (JWELCA), Bobbie Flatz, Phyllis Hoffman, Hope Olson, Joan Northouse, Tom Peterson (President) |
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Weekly Calendar
10 Sunday
8:00am Bold Women Cafe
8:15am Traditional Worship
10:00am Contemporary Worship
10:00am Sunday School
1-4pm TEC Team meet at Bethel
*7:00pm Pierce County Ecumenical
Choir Concert
11 Monday
5:30pm Sing4Joy
6:00pm Joy Unlimited
7:00pm Spirit of Joy
7:00pm Joyful Bells
12 Tuesday
1:30pm Women's Bible Study
6:00pm Team Leaders' Meeting
7:00pm Women's Bible Study
7:00pm Executive Team Meeting
13 Wednesday
7:30am High School Prayer Group @Joy
5:15-6:30pm Wednesday Supper:
Baked Potato Bar
5:45pm Guitar Camp
5:45pm High School Praise Band
6:30pm Worship Service
7:00pm Confirmation Class
7:00pm Shift 6/7
7:00pm Joy Choir
14 Thursday
15 Friday
16 Saturday
7:30am Men's Bible Study
#8:15am WELCA St. Croix Valley Conference Morning of Renewal in Hudson
11:00am Baby shower at Joy - Dawn Linder
17 Sunday
8:15am Traditional Worship
10:00am Contemporary Worship
10:00am Sunday School
11:00am Painting Party at Joy
#1-4pm TEC Team meet at Bethel in Hudson
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