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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous
February 19-26, 2017
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Upcoming Events at a glance (and quick links)
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Winter Schedule
8:15 Traditional Worship 9:25 Faith Formation 10:15 Contemporary Worship 10:15 Sunday School
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This Sunday we will be hearing about Luther Park Bible Camp. So think warm! ..Think summer!...if you have a tie-dye shirt wear it!
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Coming Soon...Bold Women Sunday!
Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 26th and plan to attend church services that day. We will be observing the annual Bold Women Sunday/Thank Offering Service at both the 8:15 a.m. and the 10:15 a.m. services. Guest preacher for the day will be Pastor Amelia Houdek, Pastor of Lifelong Faith Formation at First Lutheran Church in New Richmond, WI. Her responsibilities focus on Christian Faith Formation for every age, life stage, faith stage, and spiritual giftedness. She also supervises the direction of the Children Youth and Families ministry. Several of our Joy women heard her bring a message at a Conference WELCA event and liked her and her message so well, she was invited to be our preacher for this special service. You won't want to miss her message! We also will have the opportunity to make a special offering to support life-changing ministries of Women of the ELCA. Plan to join us in church on February 26th!
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New FaithU course "Awesome Relationships" to begin Feb.19
It takes time and intention to create awesome relationships. We all long for this genuine connection, but we're often frustrated with the state of our relationships. If you'd like to improve all of your relationships then you'll want to experience our new four week DVD study called, "Awesome Relationships." In this amazing study Pastor Rick Warren shows you how to be intentional about building up your relationships so you can experience the awesome relationships that you desire.
Through this 4-week study, we will teach you:
*Why marriage matters.
*Four traits of awesome families.
*Six golden rules of friendship.
*How to build a friendship with God.
Dates and session titles include:
Feb 19 Session 1: Fighting For An Awesome Marriage
Feb 26 Session 2: Fighting For An Awesome Family
March 5 Session 3: Fighting For Awesome Friendships
March 12 Session 4: Becoming Best Friends With God
All sessions start at 9:25 with warm beverages and introductions
and end by 10:10 AM in time to attend the 10:15 AM worship service.
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Mission Project for February/March
Personal Care Kits for Lutheran World Relief
All members and friends of Joy are asked to help furnish items for the Personal Care Kits that are being collected in the next several weeks to send to Lutheran World Relief to be shared with people who have lost everything from a natural disaster or life-threatening violence.
Each Care Kit contains the following:
ONE light-weight bath-size towel (between 20" x 40" and 52" x 27, dark color preferred)
TWO bath-size bars of soap equaling 8-9 oz., any brand, in original wrapping
ONE adult-size toothbrush in its original packaging
ONE sturdy comb, remove packaging
ONE metal nail clippers (attached file optional), remove packaging
Please donate new items and in good condition only. Do not donate any items with any religious symbols, messages, patriotic or military symbols, U.S. flags, or references to the armed forces, including camouflage. If you can donate all the contents for one Care Kit, that would be great! If not, donate items that you can easily find and we'll make Care Kits up from multiple donated items. Be assured, though, that everything you donate brings hope to the recipient. Reach out and help our brothers and sisters in need throughout the world.
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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.
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check out this great opportunity to learn and grow.
We received a grant from Thrivent to cover the cost so it will be free! This is a great one day event with over 40 workshops covering all aspects of congregational life ( a listing of the workshops are avaiable to look over). There is a registration form in the narthex where you indicate your interest in going...we will register together as a congregation
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| Our quilters taking a break from creating comfortable works of art. |
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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 you 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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Managing the Mischief with Love and Logic:
Mischief Managed, along with the Prescott Middle School Parent Group and The Prescott Area Churches Association (PACA) presents: Parenting the Love and Logic Way. America's most practical and entertaining parenting program. Saturday, March 11th and Saturday, March 18th from 9-2pm. Prescott Middle School, 125 N. Elm St., Prescott, WI, 54021.
You'll learn how to:
- Avoid un-winnable power-struggles and arguments
- Stay calm when your kids do incredibly upsetting things
- Set enforceable limits
- Avoid enabling and begin empowering
- Help your kids learn from mistakes rather than repeating them
- Raise kids who are family members rather than dictators
....And so much more
This parenting program is designed to give you practical skills that can be used immediately! Facilitated by: Leah D Corder, MA, LMFT. For questions, please call: 763-309-1005, email: leahcorder@hotmail.com, Or Click Here to visit the Website. Printed information is also available in the Narthex. Joy Lutheran Church will provide the registration fee for those who wish to attend!
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Thank You To Joy Lutheran From The Union Gospel Mission
Please thank the congregation for me and the Union Gospel Mission for their very generous contributions of warm clothing. From the picture you can see there was enough to fill at least 2 barrels. Disciples William Smit (left), Charlie Scott (right) helped me, Stephen (center) unload Saturday and send their thanks and God's Blessings to you and the congregation. Even though it is unusually warm now, it was below 0 just a week or so ago. They can always be used next year. Women & Children's items will be shipped over to the family housing unit (Naomi Family Residence).
For More Information About The Union Gospel Mission Click Here
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JOY YOUTH
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JOIN US FOR CAMP SUNDAY AT JOY!
Come to church and learn about all the great opportunities for all ages at Luther Park Bible Camp. PLUS Joy Church is so excited about helping families will be offering a registration code so you can get 1/2 off the price of Bible Camp.
Wear your tie dye or Camp shirt to church and get ready for some fun!
Questions please call or text
Christy 715.441.6366
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NERF GAMES!! WEDNESDAY,
February 22nd
8pm-9:15pm at JOY CHURCH.
For Students in 6th -12th grade.
INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!!
Please bring your own labeled Nerf toys. Put your initials on your darts.
EYE protection is required!
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9th GRADE RETREAT
Feb. 23-25, 2017
This year's retreat is scheduled for February 23, 24 and 25. We will be leaving Joy on Thursday, February 23rd at 3:30pm and return by 12noon on Saturday, February 25th. The retreat is an important part of Joy's Confirmation program, and we want to see all students attend!
The cost of the retreat is approximately $35 per person to cover food expenses. If $35 is too much for your family, no worries!! We have scholarship funds available!!
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Summer Youth Events
CANADA MISSION TRIP
JUNE 22-30
8th-12th grade
We Will be camping at sleeping giant provincial park near Thunderbay Canada. While at sleeping giant we will be spending time helping the park rangers care for God's creation. This may include painting tables, clearing brush, trimming trees, breaking trails, or hauling wood. We will also have some fun hiking, swimming, campfires, visiting tourist attractions, fishing, canoeing, learning about God and creation, and much more!
Cost $365 includes transportation, camping fees, meals, service sites, and entrance fees. (Students 18 and under only need a birth certificate to cross the US Canadian border while traveling with the church group.)
Register Here
MINNEAPOLIS MISSION TRIP
JULY 9-15
8th-12th grade
Students 8th through 12th grade will be staying at the Russ Ewald retreat center in Minneapolis and will be serving a variety of organizations that deal with homelessness and other social justice issues. This summer mission trip will include service opportunities during the day, learning, worship, and fellowship in the evening. This event challenges participants to think about others and to look at the world from the perspective of those living in poverty.
The cost is $365 that includes meals, transportation, lodging, and program fees.
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INNEAPOLIS MISSION TRIP
July 9-15
Students 6th through 7th grade will be staying at the Russ Ewald retreat center in Minneapolis and will be serving a variety of organizations that deal with homelessness and other social justice issues. This summer mission trip will include service opportunities during the day, learning, worship, and fellowship in the evening. This event challenges participants to think about others and to look at the world from the perspective of those living in poverty.
The cost is $365 that includes meals, transportation, lodging, and program fees.
VBS
JUNE 12-16
Vacation Bible School will take place at Joy Lutheran Church in Prescott, WI. This event is offered in partnership with Luther Park Bible Camp. Luther Park Counselors will essentially bring the camp program to us. All children from the community are invited to participate in this great event!
The Luther Park Staff will be leading the program along with some volunteers from Prescott. The children will be involved in crafts, games, singing, recreational activities, Bible study, and MORE!
Monday - Friday 12 noon -5pm for children going into 1st-6th grade,
Monday-Friday 12noon -3pm for children going into Kindergarten.
All children are asked to bring a sack lunch.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
CAMPING TRIP
JULY 16-18
Details TBA
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Applications are now open for new guitar students!!!
Guitar Camp ministry is offered FREE of charge to kids who are interested in learning how to play the guitar (a free guitar is also provided). As students progress through the camp they will be given opportunities to lead music in a group setting in and out of worship. This camp is intended to raise up and support music leaders in our community.
Guitar Camp Students meet Wednesday during the school year 6-6:30pm at Joy Church.
Click Here to Sign Up!
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Joy Lutheran Church has been re-keyed! If you need access to the church, please contact the office. Thank You!
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Be part of a Thrivent Action Team
Thousands of dollars are available for us to use projects in our congregation and community...come find out how you can be part of it.
It would be helpful for us to know who in the congregation are members of Thrivent.
Please click on the link below to let us know
Click Here
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Worship Attendance
Week Of
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Sun. 8:15 |
Sun. 10:15 |
Total |
Jan. 8
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70
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111
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181
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Jan. 15
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58
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79
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137
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Jan. 22
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73
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100
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173
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Jan. 29
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75
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80
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155
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Feb. 5
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55
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72
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127
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Feb. 12
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52
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81
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133
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Giving
| Week Of: |
Regular Giving |
Electronic Giving |
Other Income |
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Total
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| Jan. 1 |
$1,868.00
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$8,030.25
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$195.00
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$10,093.25
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| Jan. 8 |
$2,316.82 |
$1,187.50
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$765.65
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$4,269.97 |
| Jan. 15 |
$1,498.00
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$4,789.50 |
$397.00 |
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$6,684.50 |
| Jan. 22 |
$2,047.56 |
$1,180.00
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$326.34
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$3,553.90 |
| Average |
$1,932.60
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$3,796.81 |
$421.00 |
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$6,150.41 |
Budgeted weekly income $5,780
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2017 Giving Envelopes are ready for pick up in the Narthex. If you use Simply Giving, you will not receive any envelopes.
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If you 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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Wednesday Night Suppers at Joy!
February Menu
Feb. 22nd ~ Chicken Noodle Hotdish
Wednesday Suppers are a free will donation and all are welcome to Joy to enjoy delicious food and wonderful fellowship. There is always an vegetarian option a well. Supper time is 5:15 ~ 6:30 PM. Invited a friend and share the joy.
***Calling all Cooks! Wednesday, March 29th a cook is needed to prepare a light supper. If you are interested, please contact Kelly Poff at 715-262-4281***
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Worship Leaders for February
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GREETERS
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READERS
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CHILDREN
WORSHIP
LEADERS
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COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
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FEB. USHERS
(ALL MONTH)
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February 19
8:15
Kent & Gloria Sebion
10:15
Judy Hamann
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February 19
8:15
Gloria Sebion
10:15
Matthew McCarthy
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February 19
10:15 |
February 19
8:15
Carol & Tom Peterson, Phyllis Hoffmann
10:15
Stefanie Brantner, Cathy Martin
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8:15
The Satchell
Family
10:15
The Kleinschmidt's
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February 26
8:15 & 10:15
Bold Women's
Sunday
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February 26
8:15 & 10:15
Bold Women's
Sunday
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February 26
10:15 |
February 26
8:15 & 10:15
Bold Women's
Sunday |
February
8:15
The Satchell Family
10:15
The Kleinschmidt Family
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Weekly Calendar
Luther Park Camp Sunday
8:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15am Sunday School
20 Monday
10:00am Joyful Seniors
5:30-6pm Sing4Joy Rehearsal
6-6:45pm Joy Unlimited Rehearsal
7-8pm Joyful Bells Rehearsal
21 Tuesday
7:00pm Joy Vision Council Meeting
22 Wednesday
9:00am Joyful Quilters
1:00pm Worship & Music Meeting-Fireside Room
5:15-6:30pm Wednesday Night Supper
6-6:30pm Guitar Camp
6-6:45pm High School Youth Band Practice
6:30-7:30pm Joyful Choir Rehearsal
6:30-7:45pm Shift 6/7
6:30-8pm Confirmation Class-Muslim Student to share about Islam
8-9:15pm-Nerf Games-6th-12th Grade Students
23 Thursday
3:30pm 9th Grade Retreat to Roen's Cabin Departs
24 Friday
NO SCHOOL
TEC 107 Begins, Hopkins, MN
9th Grade Retreat to Roen's Cabin
TEC 107, Hopkins, MN
7:30am Men's Bible Study
Noon-9th Grade Retreat to Roen's Cabin
Returns
26 Sunday
BOLD WOMEN SUNDAY
NO SUNDAY SCHOOL
TEC 107 Ends, Hopkins, MN
8:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
4-5pm Cheryl Holmes Piano Recital
MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
- Friday, March 3, 2017, 11:00 A.M., World Day of Prayer Services, UCC Church, Prescott
- Tuesday, March 7, 2017, 7:00 P.M., General JWELCA Meeting, Fireside Room
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