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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous
March 5-12, 2017
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Upcoming Events at a glance (and quick links)
Check out...
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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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We had a great turn out for Ash Wednesday!
I look forward to seeing you as we continue our series "Let It Go", using the movie "Frozen to spark our imagination and help us think about our faith journey.
For those who haven't seen the movie and would like to, we will screen the movie this Wednesday starting at 4:30pm.
One of the things that struck me on Wednesday was the real cross-generational feel to the worship. I encourage you to take advantage on Wednesdays to reach out to someone from a different generation as just say, "Thanks for being here". It is only together that can become what Jesus was talking about when he talked about being the kingdom of God.
For the next 5 weeks we will be gathering on
Wednesdays for a special mid-week worship at 6:30pm.
The evening will start with a wonderful meal (free will offering) prepared by our wonderful chef Kelly. Then we will move into the sanctuary for worship out theme this year will be:
This family-friendly service will start at 6:30 pm and be about 45 minutes long. Each week we will look at the characters and themes from the movie "Frozen", and use them to help us think creatively about our faith journey. Hope you can join us...invite a friend to join you. |
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New FaithU course "Awesome Relationships" Continues
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:
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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March 5th-26th, Pastor Carol Peterson Teaching "Treasures of the Catechism"
During Faith Formation time every Sunday in March, you have the choice of 2 different learning experiences. Pastor Carol, speaking on "Treasures of the Catechism" or FaithU, "Awesome Relationships". Plan to attend one of these interesting and thought provoking learning experiences!
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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 Faith Formation Video
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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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Joy to host a Passover Seder Meal
On
Maundy Thursday (April 13) 6:30pm we will offer a special worship experience called a Seder Meal. The roots of our Holy Communion celebration are in the last supper of Jesus with his disciples, which was a celebration of the Passover or Seder Meal.
We will gather around tables in the fellowship hall for this special interactive, family friendly worship experience.
The meal is more of a symbolic meal so if you are hungry go ahead and eat before you come...as part of the meal we will tell the story of passover and taste the traditional foods, lamb, herbs, haroseth, wine/grape juice, matzah bread, etc. As part of the meal we will also celebrate our Christian Holy Communion.
There is no cost for the Seder, but you will need to register so we know how many places to set..
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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! Deadline to register is Sunday, March 5th!! This is a great one day event with over 40 workshops covering all aspects of congregational life (a listing of the workshops are available 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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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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***VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!*** Thursday, March 9th at 9:00 AM.
The Thursday Cleaning Crew kindly asks for assistance to help clean the tables and chairs in the Narthex & Fellowship Hall. There will be delicious treats and coffee provided to all who come to help out!!
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JWELCA Planning Meeting, Tuesday, March 7th at 7:00 PM in the Fireside Room at Church.
All women are invited to come to this meeting to help plan the Spring Banquet which will be held on Sunday, April 30. We will also discuss the upcoming Triennial Gathering to be held in Minneapolis July 13-16. Devotions will be given by Hope Olson and dessert provided by Charlotte Burgeson. Please plan to join us for this important planning meeting!
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Benefit for Breanna Kinneman
"Standing for Bree"
Saturday, April 8th, 2 PM
Confluence Center "Old Ptaceks"
Auction items and volunteers are needed for this special event. If you have an item you would like to donate for the auction, please bring it to Joy Lutheran Church. We will be collecting items here for the benefit. If you would like to volunteer, please call or email the Joy Office. Thank you!!
Click Here for more information on the benefit!
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Colleen Raye in Concert
Sunday, March 5th at 3 PM.
Colleen Raye and The Sirens of the 60's will perform at 3 pm at the Prescott High School Auditorium. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Prescott Food Pantry!
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Joy Welcomes and Gives Congratulations To...
Alison, Andy, Brahm, Aubryn, Emilyn and Angel Ellery on their new baby girl, Bryar Ellery Ennenga. Baby Bryar was born a healthy 10lbs 2 oz., 21 1/4 in. baby on 2/22/17. Alison and Bryar are doing very well!
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The Women of Joy participated in the Ecumenical World Day of Prayer Service, March 3rd, at Prescott UCC. Special thanks to Diane Meyer, Cathy Martin, Georgia Freidel and Joan Schaack and the Joy Women who participated in the Service. Very special thanks to Emilie Horken and Cathy Martin who helped to plan the Service.
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JOY YOUTH
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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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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. 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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Feb. 19
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59
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78
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137
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Feb. 26
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52
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78
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130
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Giving
| Week Of: |
Regular Giving |
Electronic Giving |
Other Income |
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Total
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| Jan. 22 |
$2,047.56
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$1,180.00
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$326.34
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$3,553.90
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| Jan. 29 |
$1,928.00 |
$8,092.75
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$367.00
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$10,387.75 |
| Feb. 5 |
$593.00
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$1,942.50 |
$1,280.82 |
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$3,816.32 |
| Feb. 12 |
$1,690.00 |
$3,764.50
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$822.60
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$6,277.10 |
| Average |
$1,564.64
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$3,744.94 |
$699.19 |
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$6,008.77 |
Budgeted weekly income $5,780
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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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WiFi Joy Guest Password: WelcomeToJoy!73
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Wednesday Night Suppers at Joy!
March Menu
March 8 ~ Chicken Ala King
March 15 ~ Irish Stew
March 22 ~ Pizza Hotdish
March 29 ~ Tater Tot 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 March
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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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MARCH USHERS
(ALL MONTH)
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March 5
8:15
Bill & Sandy Satchell
10:15
The Tibayan Family
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March 5
8:15
Tom Peterson
10:15
Sophia Tibayan
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March 5
10:15
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March 5
8:15
Ken Roen, Jim & Bobbie Flatz
10:15
Tom Peterson, Cathy Martin
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MARCH
8:15
The Heltne
Family
10:15
The Kleinschmidt
Family
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March 12
8:15
Ken & Linda Wilson
10:15
Vicki & Emily Bowen
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March 12
8:15
Russell Jensen
10:15
Cathy Martin
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March 12
10:15 |
March 12
8:15
Phyllis Hoffmann, Carol Peterson, Jim Flatz
10:15
Hope Olson
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MARCH
8:15
The Heltne 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
6 Monday
5:30-6pm Sing4Joy Rehearsal
6-6:45pm Joy Unlimited Rehearsal
7-8pm Joyful Bells Rehearsal
7 Tuesday
7pm JWELCA General Meeting
8 Wednesday
NO JOY CHOIR REHEARSAL
9:00am Joyful Quilters
5:15-6:30pm Wednesday Night Supper
6-6:30pm Guitar Camp
6-6:45pm High School Youth Band Practice
6:30-7:30 Wednesday Lenten Worship Service
Shift 6/7 & Confirmation Class-Small Groups Meet After Worship Service
9 Thursday
7:00pm Spirit of Joy Band Practice
10 Friday
Prescott Schools Half Day-Professional Development Day
11 Saturday
***TURN YOUR CLOCKS AHEAD ONE HOUR
BEFORE GOING TO BED!***
7:30am Men's Bible Study
9am Joy Card Ministry Meets
12 Sunday
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS
8:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15am Sunday School
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