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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous
September 24-October 1, 2017
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FALL SCHEDULE
8:15 AM Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10 AM Faith Formation
10:15 AM Contemporary Worship Service
10:15 AM Sunday School
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Upcoming Events at a glance (and quick links)
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Faith Formation
As part of our Faith Formation time I offer a classes that is between worship services (9:25-10:00). The current class is "Our Neighbor's Faith". Last week we compared the Abrahamic faiths (Christianity, Islam and Judaism). This coming Sunday we will focus on other world religions and the week after we will look that the variety of Christian denominations and where we are alike and where we differ.
Hope you can join us.
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Jacob and Esau are twins who didn't get along. Even though they made mistakes, they're both a part of God's Story. You can read about them in Genesis 25 and 27.
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Weekly Home Devotion Resource
God's Story...Our Story
5 simple steps to help bring your household closer to God and each other.
Click here
for this week's home devotion.
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FAITH FORMATION
Faith Formation
is a life-long process that we approach in a number of ways. First and foremost the home is the primary place where faith formation happens. The home is where priorities and values are modeled and reinforced. As a worshipping community we want to help support the work that you are doing at home.
One of the ways we do that is to provide a resource for home devotional use called
"God's Story Our Story"
. It explores the theme that we focus on at worship each week and is available as a bulletin insert (also available on our web page).
We also offer a resource we call Sunday School each week at 10:15.
Sunday School
starts in worship because it is important for our young people to have the experience of worshipping with family. During this time we model the devotional Faith5 time the bulletin insert is there to encourage. Then the youth (preschool- 5th grade) go to a class to focus on learning and applying faith to life, returning to worship for Holy Communion and time with their families.
Another option for
Faith Formation
is offered between the worship services (at 9:25-10:05) to provide an educational experience which is separate from worship, so parents who want to worship the whole hour as families have that opportunity.
There are two elements: The first element is
Faith U
(faith university) which is geared for adults. We are never too old to learn something new and you can't pass on a living faith if you are not nurturing it in yourself. There will be a variety of topics offered, dealing with both life application, as well as Bible and theology topics in short series. The other element is a
Cross Generational Class
designed for both adults and kids. Having these two options allows parents and kids to have separate focused classes if they wish, or they could attend the cross generational class together as whole families to enhance their faith formation.
In addition we offer two opportunities on Wednesday nights. For our 6-7th graders we have a pre-confirmation program called
Shift 67
and for our 8-9th graders our
Confirmation ministry.
Questions ? Talk to Christy or Pastor Steve.
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Looking for a few good people
with "Joy" in their hearts
who don't mind getting their hands wet
Our
Wednesday Night Supper is one of our ministries that is at the core of what we are about. We are blessed to have a great cook to prepare the food (thank you Kelly) but preparing the food is only part of providing a meal.
We also need people willing to help with the set up and clean up.
This is where we need your help. Many hands make light work. If we can get 8 dish team organized, then no one would need to work more than once a month for 1 1/2 hour. We are looking to have 2 shifts (early 4:30-6:00 and late 6:00-7:30). Teams would be 3-4 people and could be families or any kind of group. You can form your own team, or indicate your willing to help and we will form the teams. Thank you for your support of this important ministry.
click here to indicate your willingness to help
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Wednesday Suppers
SEPTEMBER MENU
September 27th ~ Chicken Fajita Hotdish over Rice
OCTOBER MENU
4th ~ Baked Potato Bar
11th ~ Chicken Noodle Casserole
18th ~ Chili
25th ~ Hungarian Goulash
All are welcome to enjoy a delicious meal and wonderful fellowship at Joy. Supper time is from 5:15 to 6:30 pm. A vegetarian option is also offered as an alternative at each meal.
Bring your friends and neighbors to the table and experience JOY!
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Joy's Wednesday Night Supper Achieves Record Breaking Attendance 8/20/17 with 157 People! Watch the video below.
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JOY YOUTH
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BIBLE SUNDAY-OCTOBER 22ND!!!
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- 3rd grade parent and child Bible class is Sunday October 15 at 9:25am.
- 3rd grade Bible Sunday will be October 22 at 8:15 or 10:15am Worship Service.
3rd Grade Parents!! It is time to select a Bible for your child!! The Women's Group from Joy Church will be purchasing Bible to give to 3rd grade students....please select a Bible for your child before October 15th.
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First Communion Class will be offered for students in the 4th grade and older. Class will be on Sunday, November 12th, 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Please note this class is for students and parents please bring a dish to share. The First Communion Worship Service will be on Sunday, November 19th, at the 8:15 or 10:15 AM Worship Service. Please note if these times don't work for you Pastor Steve will meet with you at a different time.
Information and sign up links for Bible Sunday and First Communion are also available on Joy's Webpage under 'Children/Youth' tab.
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Kids 4 years - 5th Grade meet Sunday mornings at 10:15 AM
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8th & 9th Grade Students meet on Wednesday nights 6:30-7:45 PM
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6th & 7th Grade Students meet Wednesday nights 6:30-7:45
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Reformation 500 Bookstore at Joy
The 500th Anniversary of the Reformation is fast approaching! Do you want to learn more about Martin Luther, his writings and their impact on Christianity? Do you want to reflect on the ongoing impact of the Reformation today? Stop by our Reformation 500 Bookstore to shop for engaging books on the Reformation for readers of all ages and interests! Save up to 50% plus receive free shipping on all Bookstore titles. Stop by the table in the Narthex from Sept. 24th through Oct. 8th to browse the available titles and fill out your order form. Our bookstore is sponsored by Augsburg Fortress, the publishing ministry of the ELCA. For more information, please visit:
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An Invitation from the Mission Committee
Please join us to make apple pies on Saturday, October 14, 2017, In Joy's Fellowship Hall, 9:00 A.M. - 12 Noon. (Bring your apple peelers and help donate needed supplies - see poster in narthex) Apple Pies will be sold after each service on Sunday, October 15, 2017. $10.00 per pie.
All proceeds will go to benefit our Companion Synod Relationship in Malawi!
Please Plan to Buy A Delicious Pie!
Reserve yours on Sundays (10/1, and 10/8) by signing the sheets in the Narthex.
You may also reserve and pay for pies through our Pay Pal kiosk at church.
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All Saints Sunday is Nov. 5th
Please send pictures and names of Saints to Pastor Steve or the Joy Office for this upcoming special day.
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Coffee Cup Helpers September
September 24 - Cathy Martin & Hope Olson
If you have 15 minutes to spare after Worship Service, please sign up to help with coffee cups!
Sign up on the 'Worship Helpers' sheet in the Narthex. Thank You!
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Do You Have A Couch For Joy?
Joy is looking for the donation of a couch for the newly expanded youth area. Color is not important but it should be clean and in good condition. Please let the office know if you have a sofa, loveseat, couch or ottoman that you would like to donate to Joy. Thank You!
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WELCA Worthy . . . . . . .
Note these dates for noteworthy JWELCA activities coming this fall . . . .Plan to participate!
- Wednesday, September 6 - Quilting begins again - join the quilters each Wednesday, 9 AM - Noon, in the church Fellowship Hall. All are welcome, regardless of skills! Contact Karen Lundgaard or Joan Schaack for more information.
- Tuesday, October 3, 7:00 P.M. - General Meeting to plan "Treats and Treasures" sale. Contact Cathy Martin for more information.
- All of October - Fall Mission Project - Start buying items for the Operation Christmas Child Gift Boxes. Contact Hope Olson for more information or look for information to come soon.
- October 10 & November 14 - Fall Bible Study on The Apostles' Creed, 1:30 P.M., Fireside Room. Contact Emilie Horken for more information. Join us for inspiring and informative study.
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Responding to the needs left by natural disasters
As we have been overwhelmed with images of the disasters that have recently hit our nation, many are wondering how we can help with the recovery? Lutherans are good at helping and we are committed for the long haul. There are few better relief organizations than Lutheran Disaster Relief. We pay for the administration out of our regular offerings so when you give a special gift, all of it goes to meeting the needs. Click the link below for ways you can help.
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Church Directory
The directories (both picture and address) are ready to pick up...they are also available on the church web page on a password protected page (please call the office for the password).
If you have corrections please let the office know.
Name Tag
s... are a great way to help people remember your name. We are working on a system to have more permanent name tags available, but for now any time you can wear one helps the rest of us get to know you. Thank you.
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If you miss a sermon...
and want to catch up or share it with someone who might appreciate it. We record our worship each week and post it on our web page as well as the bottom of this weekly electronic newsletter. Just click on the
YouTube button.
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Worship Attendance
Week Of
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Sunday
9:30 am
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Wednesday
6:30 pm
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Total
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August
27/30
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79
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22 People +
7 Dogs
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108
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Sept. 3rd
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75
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75
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Sept. 10th
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75
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75
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Sept. 17th
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8:15-56
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10:15-109
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165
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Weekly Giving Summary
| Week Of: |
Regular Giving |
Electronic Giving |
Offering Total |
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Other Income |
Capital Appeal
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| Aug 13 |
$1,375.00 |
$4,392.50 |
$5,767.50 |
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$5,576.90 |
$295.00 |
| Aug 20 |
$3,745.00 |
$1,302.50 |
$5,047.50 |
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$151.73 |
$25.00 |
| Aug 27* |
$1,425.00* |
$7,965.25* |
$9,390.25* |
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$418.00* |
$30.00* |
| Sept 3 |
$2,345.00 |
$1,272.50 |
$3,617.50 |
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$147.50 |
$0 |
| Sept 10 |
$2,202.00 |
$4,357.50 |
$6,559.50 |
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$749.00 |
$0 |
Average Offering Income to meet projected expenses $5966
An additional $641 is needed each week to address the budget shortfall
*=UPDATED, +=NOT AVAILABLE
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If you have a QR reader on your phone you can also access the page by scanning here
If you don't have a QR reader and still would like the convenience of working from your phone.
We also have a church giving app called Give+ available as a free download.
How it works
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WiFi Joy Guest Password: WelcomeToJoy!73
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Sign Up To Be a Worship Service Leader
Joy is searching for Greeters, Readers, Communion Assistants and Coffee Cup Helpers. Sign up on the clipboard in the Narthex for the month of October. No experience is necessary, just the devotion to your church!
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Worship Leaders for September/October, 8:15 & 10:15 AM Worship Services
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GREETERS
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READER
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COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
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USHERS-All Month
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September 24
8:15 Ken & Linda Wilson
10:15 Vicki & Emily Bowen
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September 24
8:15 Russ Jensen
10:15 Cathy Martin
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September 24
8:15 Jim & Bobbie Flatz, OPEN
10:15 Hope Olson, Cathy Martin, OPEN
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8:15 Ed Glaubitz
10:15 The Kleinschmidt's
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October 1
8:15
10:15
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October 1
8:15
10:15
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October 1
8:15
10:15
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8:15 Jack Reichert & John Culhane
10:15 The
Kleinschmidt's
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October 8
8:15
10:15
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October 8
8:15
10:15
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October 8
8:15
10:15
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8:15 Jack Reichert & John Culhane
10:15 The
Kleinschmidt's
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Weekly Calendar
24 Sunday
Card Ministry Retreat to Roen's Cabin Returns
8:15-9:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10 Faith Formation
10:15-11:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15-11:15am Sunday School
25 Monday
Pastor at Retreat
2:15-3:15pm Prescott HS Youth Cleaning Crew
7-8pm Joyful Bells Rehearsal
26 Tuesday
Pastor at Retreat
27 Wednesday
9am-12 Noon Joyful Quilters
5-6pm Joy Unlimited Rehearsal
5:15-6:30pm Wednesday Night Supper
6-6:30 Sing 4 Joy Rehearsal
6:30-7:45pm Shift 6/7
6:30-7:45pm Confirmation
7-8pm Joy Choir Rehearsal
28 Thursday
1:30-2:30pm Joy Cleaning Crew
3-8pm Prescott Flying P Football Club Spaghetti Dinner
7-8pm Spirit of Joy Band Practice
29 Friday
10:00-Noon Piano Tuning-Sanctuary & Blue Room
1:00-3:00 Visitation and Funeral Service at Joy for Betty Tynes
30 Saturday
Satchell-Koehler Baby Shower-Fellowship Hall/Kitchen at Joy
OCTOBER
1 Sunday
8:15-9:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10 Faith Formation
10:15-11:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15-11:15am Sunday School
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