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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous
February 5-12, 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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In our scripture reading on Sunday we will continue our look at the epiphanies of Jesus in the gospel of Luke (how Jesus reveals who he is through his words and actions). One of characteristics of Jesus' ministry we will see is compassion. For some who hold power, compassion is considered a weakness. For Jesus, compassion is a core value. We are having a national debate about how compassion is expressed. Regardless of what the policy ends up being, as followers of Jesus, compassion is something that should shape our life. So how do we express compassion? How do we model it and share it with our children? If you are looking for a resource to use with children check out
teaching compassion.
Updated Annual Report
The first printing of the Annual Report had a few typos and omissions, so we have made a few minor corrections and added the missing reports in a new edition of the Annual Report. An electronic version was sent out today and we will have the new addition in paper available on Sunday (along with a correction sheet for those who already picked up or printed a report)>
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Feb.5 we will have a
Annual Report Forum during the Faith Formation time
(9:25-10:05) instead of the Pastor's Bible Class in the Fireside room. At the Forum, we will have time to address any questions or concerns that you may have. The annual report will have an abbreviated version of the budget...if you want to see the full "line by line" please come to the forum. We also will be making an constitution change in response to some changes in the ELCA, again if you want see the detail on that, the forum is the place to be.
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Volunteers Needed Sunday February 5th 9:45am-12:30pm
Youth and Adult Volunteers are needed to help in the kitchen Sunday February 5th 9:45am - 12:30pm at Joy Church.
Volunteers will be helping prepare, serve, and clean up after the Annual Party meal.
Volunteers must wear closed toe shoes. Lunch will be provided.
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Church Directory
The directories will be available on Sunday to pick up. Of course as soon has it is printed it is out of date, so if you have corrections please let the office know. We are working on creating a password protected page on our web page where an updated copy will be posted.
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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Loves of Love
Feb. 5 and 12th. Bake your muffins, rolls and bread and bring to the Fireside Room to be sold after worship. Money raised will go toward the immediate needs of our sister church in Malawi.
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Joy Lutheran Card Ministry
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oy's Card Ministry will be getting together on Saturday, February 18th at 9:00 A.M. into the early afternoon to make cards to fill Joy's card rack. Crafty fun will be had by all who attend and there will be a potluck lunch. Please come and join the group and stay as long as you are able!!
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Help the Quilters!
The Joyful Quilters are busy quilting in the Fellowship Hall every Wednesday from 9 AM - Noon. All are welcome to join this group - no experience necessary! They are making quilts to send to Lutheran World Relief to help our brothers and sisters all around the world--providing warmth, comfort, and the knowledge that someone cares. If you can't quilt on Wednesdays, you can still help by donating material (4 yard pieces) or money so that the quilters can buy the batting and other materials they need to complete their quilts. If you can help in any way, please contact the co-chairs, Karen Lundgaard or Joan Schaack, and they will give you more information.
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Change in Nursery Hours
Because we have not had people making use of the nursery during the Faith Formation time between worship services we will save resources and not be offering child care at that time. If it becomes a need in the future we can reinstate it. But for now,
we will only be offering child care during the 10:15 worship.
Joy's Nursery is professionally staffed with experienced child caregivers who will look after your precious little ones as if they were their own.
Joy proudly introduces Melissa and Kyra Miller, our professional Mother-Daughter Nursery Team!
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Winter Coat Drive
We have a barrel in the Narthex for new or gently used and clean coats, mittens, hats, scarves, warm socks, long underwear, etc.
The barrel will be picked up on Feb. 10th, so now is the time to make a donation.
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 Faith Formation Video, Feb. 5th
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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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Joyful Seniors Celebrate Hoffmann's Birthdays
At their January gathering, the Joyful Seniors celebrated Dick and Phyllis Hoffmann's January birthdays. The Seniors meet monthly throughout the year, usually on the 3rd Monday of the month. All Seniors are welcome to join the group and have fun, fellowship, and lunch together. The Seniors are grateful for the leadership of Dick and Phyllis!
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JOY YOUTH
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NERF GAMES!! WEDNESDAY,
February 8th, 15th & 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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Looking for a Babysitter??
Hi, my name is Gabrielle Gujer.
I am 12 years old. I'm in 7th grade at Prescott Middle School.
I am a certified babysitter with the American Red Cross.
I love playing games, doing crafts, and reading with children.
Please call me at 715-262-3777
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Save the date for this great event sponsored by the synod
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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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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Ken Roen's Beautiful Work
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Thank You's
- Thank you to Ken and Linda Wilson for serving the January Birthday Party at the Prescott Nursing and Rehabilitation Care Center. They brought cupcakes to share with the residents. Thanks, too, to Charlotte Burgeson for donating fruit that was also shared with the residents at the party. Our church serves twice a year at the monthly birthday party at the Care Center.
- Thank you to Ken Roen who made all the table decorations found on tables in the Fellowship Hall. Thanks, Ken, for making the tables in the Fellowship Hall look so nice each season of the year!
- Thank you to everyone who helps clean up after each Wednesday's supper at the church, especially Ron and Chris Stanke and Ed and Mary Glaubitz who are faithfully washing dishes and wiping tables every week with the help of other volunteers. Thanks to Kelly Poff for preparing the delicious dinners we are served each Wednesday. Remember that ALL are welcome to enjoy dinner at the church each Wednesday, 5:15-6:30 P.M.
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THANK YOU FROM LUTHER PARK
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Worship Attendance
Week Of
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Sun. 8:15 |
Sun. 10:15 |
Total |
Dec. 25
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9:30 AM-30
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30 |
Jan. 1
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9:30 AM-65
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65
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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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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. 8th ~ Ham Balls
Feb. 15th ~ Baked Potato Bar
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.
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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 5
8:15
Jayne Parmeter
10:15
Hope Olson
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February 5
8:15
Tom Peterson
10:15
Kristen Gray
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February 5
10:15 |
February 5
8:15
Carol & Tom Peterson,
Jim Flatz
10:15
Hope Olson, Ron & Chris Stanke
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8:15
The Satchell
Family
10:15
The Kleinschmidt's
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February 12
8:15
Craig & Tammy Orf
10:15
The Canfield Family
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February 12
8:15
Russ Jensen
10:15
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February 12
10:15 |
February 12
8:15
Jim & Bobbie Flatz, Marv Lindseth
10:15
Wayne Lundgaard, Cathy Martin
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February
8:15
Bill Satchell Family
10:15
The Kleinschmidt Family
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Weekly Calendar
5 Sunday
8:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15am Sunday School
11:45-1pm Annual Meeting/Party
6 Monday
5:30-6pm Sing4Joy Rehearsal
6-6:45pm Joy Unlimited Rehearsal
7-8pm Joyful Bells Rehearsal
7 Tuesday
8 Wednesday
9:00am Joyful Quilters
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-Workshop #14
8-9:15pm Nerf Games at Joy-Students 6th-12th Grades
9 Thursday
7:00pm Spirit of Joy Band Practice
10 Friday
11 Saturday
7:30am Men's Bible Study
12 Sunday
8:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15am Sunday School
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