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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous
May 21-28, 2017
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Upcoming Events at a glance (and quick links)
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Spring Schedule
8:15 Traditional Worship 9:25 Faith Formation 10:15 Contemporary Worship 10:15 Sunday School
The last week of Sunday School is May 21
and we move to our
summer schedule, of one worship service at 9:30am, on May 28
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Seasonal Shift
On Sunday we celebrate the last day of Sunday School for the season.
Thank you to all the teachers and helpers who have been part of this important ministry. A special
word of thanks as well to all of our music groups who have been bringing a musical message to worship each week.
During the summer (starting Memorial Day weekend, May 28) we will make our move to
one worship service at 9:30am which will have more of a blended style (some traditional and some contemporary). We are looking for people who are willing to help lead the music each week. We will run the songs an hour before worship (8:30am) so if you want to sing or play along join us then.
JOIN us this Sunday for Potluck dinner celebrating the seasonal shift!
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A Special Thank You To All Of Our Sunday School Teachers!!
Brittany Shelstad
Alexis Lahn
Lana Craft
Jan Canfield
Charlie Canfield
Renee Braun
Madison Hoika
Natalie Canfield
Mandy Bernick
Abbi Nawrocki
Julia Cleasby
Kjerstin Carlson
Mari Sommer
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Flat Luther hits the road this summer
In honor of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation we invite you to decorate a paper Martin Luther cutout (available at Joy or on our web page) and take a picture of Luther wherever you travel this summer. Send back your photos and we will include them in the newsletter. Let's see how far Marty travels.
Flat Luther
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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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Holy Baptism of Jacob Michael Dosdall
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Jacob Michael Dosdall, born May 10th, 2016, will be Baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit at Joy Lutheran Church Sunday, May 21st, at the 10:15 AM Worship Service! Proud parents to Jacob are Michael & Emily Dosdall. Big brother, Izaiah is a fantastic helper with Jacob. Joy Lutheran Church wishes The Dosdall Family great JOY as they bring their son into the love and grace of God's Family!
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Open House for Pastor Matt Schneider-Adams
Sunday, May 21st, at United Church of Christ, 206 Locust St. N. Prescott. Reception at 11:30 AM-1:30 PM. Program at 12:30 PM. Pastor Matt has accepted a call to a church in Iowa and will be leaving Prescott.
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Funeral for Brad Ryan
Please keep the family of Brad Ryan in your prayers. Brad's funeral will be on Saturday, May 20 at 11:00 with visitation from 9-11.
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10th Annual Kick-Off the
Summer Celebration ~
Friday, June 2nd - 5-8pm Public Square Park (across from Prescott Middle School)
We are excited to be celebrating the 10th Annual Kick-Off the Summer Friday, June 2nd, from 5-8pm! Bring your family and look forward to lots of food, games and booths! Be sure to stop by the Joy booth for some popcorn and smiles!!
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Lost and Found ~
There is a large box full of items on the top shelf of the coat rack area and also several items of clothing on hangers that need to be reunited with their owners. In addition to these items, several pieces of jewelry have been turned into the office. Please check the coat rack area to see if any of these items are yours or call the office if you are missing any jewelry. You may be reunited!! If these items are not claimed by June 15th, they will be donated to the local shelter.
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Help Collect In-Kind Gifts for the Tenth Triennial WELCA Gathering
The Women of the ELCA's Tenth Triennial Gathering will be held July 13-16, 2017 in Minneapolis. We are praying that many women from our church will be able to attend this inspiring Gathering. Check out the bulletin board in the narthex hallway for information on registration, speakers, workshops, tours, worship opportunities, and servant events. The Gathering theme,
All Anew,
calls us to look at life in a new way. Our Women of the ELCA purpose statement calls us to be there for each other. God call us to make a difference in the world.
Through in-kind gifts, we can do it all:
We can see into the lives of our gift recipients in Minneapolis and around the world. We can be there for them in relationship and in partnership, and we can make a difference in the world.
Our JWELCA would like to invite our Joy congregation to get involved with us as we make/collect the in-kind gifts we will take to the Gathering this summer.
The recipients of these gifts will be agencies and partners in Minneapolis and also oversees.
The In-Kind Gifts we will be collecting include the following:
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Quilt Kits (See directions for making these on flier on table in narthex)
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Gift Cards (to Target, Walmart, Home Depot, Ace Hardware, Visa)
- $10 minimum - give to Emilie Horken
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Hygiene Items (see list below - deposit in box in narthex)
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Clothing (Socks and Underwear in every size and color; white T-shirts for
women, children, men - deposit in box in narthex)
Please use the box in the narthex to deposit In-Kind gifts for the WELCA Triennial Gathering. We are collecting the following items: Ethnic hair products, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap, razors, and skin lotion for women, children, teens and men. Also needed are hand soap, toothbrushes, feminine hygiene items, towel sets (bath, hand washcloth), baby wipes and diapers in all sizes. Please deposit clothing items, also, in the box. Following clothing items are needed: white T-shirts for women, children, teens and men and socks and underwear in every size and color.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP IN THIS IMPORTANT MISSION OUTREACH!
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People Needed to Make Pairs of Hand-Warmers for the WELCA Triennial Gatherin
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At every Triennial Gathering of the Women of the ELCA, women attending from the various Synods hand out a "token" gift to new friends at the Triennial. The Synod Women's Board of Northwest Wisconsin is asking for people to make these hand-warmers as gifts. Many are needed so if you can help with this project, please note the direction sheets on the table in the narthex or on the Triennial Gathering bulletin board in the narthex hallway and make some hand-warmers that we can distribute at the Triennial Gathering in July. If you have questions about this project, contact Marcia Lindseth or Emilie Horken. Thanks for your 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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Rozzy Bernick had her 5th Birthday and instead of friends bringing gifts they were asked to bring items for the Prescott Food Pantry. Way to go Rozzy!!!
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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's 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's 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
Willow River State Park
3 days 2 nights of wilderness fun! July 16-18 at Willow River State Park near Hudson WI. Camping, fishing, hiking, good food, friends, and fun!! Cost is $65
This trip is for students going into 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.
Sunday, July 16th, we depart from Joy Church at 2pm and return to Joy Church Tuesday, July 18th at 2pm.
Contact Christy for additional details 715.441.6366.
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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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Sun. 8:15 |
Sun. 10:15 |
Total |
April 23
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65
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88 |
153
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April 30
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55
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74
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129
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May 7
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63
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70
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133
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May 14
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52
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78
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130
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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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| April 16 |
$3,076.78 |
$4,615.00 |
$7,691.78 |
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$2,871.65 |
$1,545.00 |
| April 23 |
$2,371.00 |
$1,157.50 |
$3,528.50 |
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$505.00 |
$1,675.00 |
| April 30* |
$3,057.51 |
$8,310.25 |
$11367.76 |
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$3,186.50 |
$575.00 |
| May 7 |
N/A+ |
$147.50 |
$147.50 |
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$1,761.01 |
$150.00 |
| Average |
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$5,683.89 |
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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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How are we doing financially?
We have had a very generous response to our capital appeal which exceeded our goal of $30,000 in just a few weeks. Thank you. Thank you. Unfortunately our giving for our general, day to day operating of our ministry has not been able to keep up with the challenging budget we set for ourselves. Since the beginning of the year we have had about $1000 more expense than income each month, which is starting to add up. If each of us do a little we can meet the need. If you are on the go this summer and not able to be with us, remember we still need your support. Thank you.
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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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GREETERS
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READERS
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CHILDREN
WORSHIP
LEADERS
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COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
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May USHERS
(ALL MONTH)
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May 21
8:15
Pete & Lynda French
10:15
Mike & Karen Flemming
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May 21
8:15
Marv Lindseth
10:15
Tom Peterson
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May 21
10:15
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May 21
8:15
Jim & Bobbie Flatz, Phyllis Hoffmann
10:15
Tom Peterson, Diane Meyer
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May
8:15
Ken Roen
10:15
The Kleinschmidt Family
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Weekly Calendar
20 Saturaday
11:00am Funeral Service for Brad Ryan at Joy (visitation 9-11)
21 Sunday
8:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
Jacob Dosdall Holy Baptism
10:15am Sunday School
11:15am Celebrate Joy Pot Luck
22 Monday
23 Tuesday
1:30-2:30pm Joy Cleaning Crew
24 Wednesday
25 Thursday
26 Friday
27 Saturday
NO Men's Bible Study
7:30pm Prescott Senior Commencement Ceremony PHS Gym
28 Sunday
9:30am Blended Worship Service
Holy Baptism of Aaron Walter Glood
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Video highlights from the first 3 months of 2017
In case you missed it or want to see it again. Here is the video Christy created to highlight some of the activities of the last 3 months... Thank-you for your generous support that makes this kind of ministry possible!
click here
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