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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous
September 17-24, 2017
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FALL SCHEDULE
Begins this Sunday, September 17th
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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Fall Schedule is starting
It always takes a while to shift gears between the seasons but a glance at the calendar shows that opportunities abound. We start our two worship times with Sunday School and Faith Formation Classes being offered this Sunday.
Its not that our calendars are not already full enough. Many of us are already meeting ourselves coming and going. The goal for our ministries is not to try to cram one more thing in, but to offer opportunities that are helpful to put or keep everything else that we do in perspective. In busy times we need experiences of sabbath more than ever.
UPDATE: The basement remodeling is still in process. We have got the electrical work done...but still need some carpenters and painters willing to help. Talk to Pastor or Christy.
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This week, we take a look at the story of Abraham. A long time ago, God asked Abram and his wife Sarai to go on an adventure. The kids (and some others) take it from there.
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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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Joy Unlimited rehearsals begin Wed. Sept 6 from 5-6pm
Sing For Joy rehearsals begin Wed. Sept 6 from 6-6:30pm
Joy Choir rehearsals begin Wed. Sept 6 from 7-8pm
Joyful Bells rehearsals begin Mon. Sept 11 from 7-8pm
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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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Kids 4 years - 5th Grade meet Sunday mornings at 10:15 AM
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8th & 9th Grade Students meet on Wednesday nights 6:30-8 PM
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6th & 7th Grade Students meet Wednesday nights 6:30-7:45
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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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Wednesday Suppers
September 20th ~ Spaghetti
September 27th ~ Chicken Fajita Hotdish over Rice
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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Coffee Cup Helpers September
September 17 - Lana Craft
September 24 - Cathy Martin
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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Joy Lutheran Float Awarded "Most Musical" for Prescott Daze
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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.
- Thursday-Sunday, September 22-24 - Card Ministry Retreat at Roen's Cabin (Note change of date as published in JWELCA Directory.) Contact Deanna Roen, Emilie Horken, or Sue Hood for more information.
- Saturday, September 16 - Synod Women's Organization Leadership Workshop, 8:30 AM, Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Chippewa Falls. Contact Emilie Horken for more information. All women on the JWELCA Steering Committee should try to attend.
- 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.
- September 12, 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.
***CORRECTION TO JWELCA DIRECTORY***
Ladies of Joy, please make note that there is a correction for the new directory. Page 7, JWELCA CALENDAR, First line should read: September 22-24, 2017-Card Ministry Retreat to Roen's Cabin.
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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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Where's Luther??? He has been VERY busy traveling...
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Flat Luther riding the JLC float at Prescott Daze
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| Flat Luther visiting Shoshone Falls, ID with The Lindseth's |
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| Flat Luther celebrating First Lutheran Church's Centennial Anniversary with The Calton's in Detroit Lakes |
In honor of the 500th Anniversary of The Reformation, we invite you to de
corate a paper Martin Luther cutout (available at Joy or on our web page)
an
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take a picture of Luther wherever you travel this summer. Sen
d back your photos and we will include them in the newsletter. Let's see how far Marty travels.
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From The Roen's and Joyful Bells
THANK YOU! Your contributions of cans just brought in $79.75.
Because of this, Joyful Bells is able to continue to purchase new music and supplies as needed.
Keep them coming as Ken keeps hauling them.
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Hudson Hometown Music Fest
Saturday, September 16th from 12 Noon to 9:00 PM. Hosted by St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Admission is FREE!
Proceeds from silent auction goes to Our Neighbors' Place.
For more information, please see the bulletin boards or
click here.
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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
20/23
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93
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6
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99
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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. 3
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75
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75
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Sept. 10
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75
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75
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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 6 |
$2,140.75 |
$1,206.19 |
$4,037.74* |
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$1,602.14 |
$175.00 |
| 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 |
+ |
$6,987.75 |
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$10.00 |
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| Sept 3 |
$2,345.00 |
$1,272.50 |
$3,617.50 |
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$147.50 |
$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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Worship Leaders for September, 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 17
8:15 Ken & Linda Wilson
10:15 Jean Setering & Susan Metcalf
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September 17
8:15 Carol Peterson
10:15 Erica Keezer
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September 17
8:15 Carol Peterson, Phyllis Hoffmann, OPEN
10:15 OPEN
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8:15 Ed Glaubitz
10:15 The Kleinschmidt's
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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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Weekly Calendar
17 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 First Day of Sunday School
18 Monday
10:00am-Noon Joyful Seniors
2:15-3:15pm Prescott HS Youth Cleaning Crew
7-8pm Joyful Bells Rehearsal
19 Tuesday
3:45pm Library Committee Meeting & set up for Book Fair
6-7pm Executive Team Meeting
7-8pm Joy Vision Council Meeting
20 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
6:30-8:00pm Confirmation-First Night Parents and Students
7-8pm Joy Choir Rehearsal
21 Thursday
9:00-11:00am Joy Cleaning Crew
3-8pm Prescott Flying P Football Club Spaghetti Dinner
7-8pm Spirit of Joy Band Practice
22 Friday
Card Ministry Retreat to Roen's Cabin
Departs
23 Saturday
Card Ministry Retreat to Roen's Cabin
7:30-8:30am Men's Bible Study
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
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