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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous March 3-10, 2019
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Upcoming Events at a glance (and quick links)
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Ash Wednesday is March 6th
join us for supper starting at 5:15
Lenten Worship Services are Wednesdays,
6:30-7:15pm through April 10th.
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Theme for Lent - Messy Spirituality
If you really have your act together...you may not find this series helpful. B
ut if you ever feel like...you don't pray, or read Bible as much as you should
...that you're not spiritual enough...could be for you
The theme is based on a book by Mike Yaconelli... "Messy Spirituality". Most books on spirituality are written by people who are really good at. Mike is not one of them, at least in the traditional sense. Mike died a few years back
and never pastored a successful megachurch, in fact he
isn't terribly religious. He got kicked out of Bible College twice but he loves Jesus to beat the band.
If you look at the people who first followed Jesus, the disciples, they were not perfect in any sense of the word, yet Jesus used them
Jesus doesn't just tolerate burned out believers, moral misfits and religious incompetents (people whose lives are messy): he loves them. The subtitle for his book is "God's Annoying Love for Imperfect People", the working title was "Spirituality for the rest of us".
We will spend the next 6 weeks exploring what messy spirituality looks like, experiencing some grace
learning and practicing some spiritual practices that work in the real world
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MOM'S GROUP, SUNDAYS AT JOY!!!
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Do you struggle with making or maintaining friendships with other moms? Are you new in town and would like to meet other moms just like you? JOY Church is starting up a new mom's group with a book/bible study just for you! The first book we study will be "Better Together: Because You're Not Meant to Mom Alone" by Jill Savage. With this study you will be encouraged to cultivate existing friendships, make new ones and be the friend you wish you had. Come be renewed and refreshed with other moms just like you!
Whether you are the mom of a little one, tween, teen or even adult (after all, parenting doesn't end when your kids are grown, it just evolves, right?) this group is for you. Stay-at-home mom? Working mom? Work-from-home mom? It doesn't matter, this group is for ALL moms.
This group Starts Sunday March 3 at 9:15am and runs for 10 weeks. Child care will be provided. If you can't make some of the dates no worries, we would love to see you when you can make it.
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Men's Breakfast and Bible Study
Men's Breakfast and Bible Study this Saturday morning at Joy Lutheran Church.
Jim and Tom P. will be providing the food.
When:
Saturday, March 2 @ 7:30 am
Where:
Joy Church
Scriptures:
Matthew 16:24-17:8 "Transfiguration"
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JWELCA General Meeting
All women are welcome to come and help plan JWELCA events on
Tuesday, March 5th at 6:30 pm:
-Spring Banquet
-Review Treats and Treasures
-Decide on expenditures for JWELCA Treasury
Devotion provided by Em Horken. Dessert provided by Charlotte Burgeson.
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Dinner Groups to start soon
Sign up to be part of a dinner group...deadline is Sunday
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Walking Together Event March 9
Come and join us for the 10th annual Walking Together event! This day of learning and workshops is designed for people around the synod to collaborate, hear about best practices in congregations, get inspired and experiment with new and creative ministries, and gain some helpful tools to use in their congregations.
35+ Workshops for: Worship, Social Justice, Faith Formation, Congregational Vitality & Stewardship, Local & Global Mission, Leadership, Technology, and Experimentation.
$25 Per Participant (includes lunch).
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Special Thrivent Meeting
Thrivent Activities: During the last 2 years Thrivent Financial has donated
$38,361 to Joy Lutheran Church through Thrivent Action Teams and Thrivent Choice Dollars. We would not have received any of this money if Thrivent members of Joy did not request them. We thank all the 60+ members of Joy who have taken the time to apply for Action Team seed money and direct Choice Dollars for Joy activities.
Last year Joy received an award for outstanding participation and accomplishments with Thrivent activities. We were 1 of 3 organizations in the eastern MN and western WI area to receive this award.
To all members of Joy who are currently Thrivent members and anyone who would like to become an associate member, we are having a special meeting on
Sunday, March 3rd during the Faith Formation time (9:25 - 10:10) between 1st and 2nd services.
This meeting is very important to discuss changes that are taking place with Joy and Thrivent and urge all to attend.
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During the last snowstorm, Joy's mailbox was blown open by the high winds and our mail was blowing around outside. If you mailed Joy a check or any other correspondence, please check with the office to make sure we received what you sent!
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New JWELCA Mission Project: Our Neighbors' Place
During all of March, all people in our congregation are invited to help donate supplies for Our Neighbors Place in River Falls, WI.
Since 2009, Our Neighbors' Place has been a leading social service provider in St. Croix and Pierce Counties, delivering positive outcomes for clients in need of shelter, food, security, housing, and a variety of other services.
At Joy, we will be collecting these much needed supplies for Our Neighbors' Place: Women's panties, men's boxers, fuel only gas cards ($20), food for backpacks; small boxes of cereal, fruit cups, soup with pop-tops, peanut butter, crackers, ramen noodles, ravioli, and other items such as: Hand warmers, baby wipes, laundry soap, diapers (sizes 4-5-6).
Please donate any of these items by placing your donations in the container provided in the narthex. Thank you for helping with this special mission project that reaches beyond the walls of our Joy church!
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Welcome To Joy:
Caitlin Sparer
I was raised in Kasson, MN at South Zumbro Lutheran Church.
After graduating high school, I went up to Concordia College Moorhead and studied Psychology and Sociology. I did my masters program down in Denver and graduated with a Mental Health Counseling degree.
Currently, I work up in Columbia Heights Middle School, where I do group counseling.
In July, 2017, I moved to Prescott and enjoy being a part of the community!
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2019 Joy Picture Directory
~ We will be printing a new picture directory in 2019. If you have not already done so, please submit your pictures to the office.
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Wednesday Night Supper
Bring your friends and neighbors to Joy for a new year of Wednesday Night Suppers!
A vegetarian option or hot dogs and chips are also offered. We appreciate a free will donation. All are welcome at Joy's table. Suppertime is 5:15 to 6:30.
March Menu
6th ~ Spaghetti and Garlic Toast
13th ~ Irish Stew
20th ~ Chicken Noodle Hotdish
27th ~ Cheesy Potato Soup and Sandwiches
Wednesday Night Supper Crew
March 6th ~ Early (4:30-6) Georgia Freidel & Hope Olson, Late (6-7:30) Kris Swanson & Krista Mitzuk
March 13th ~ Early (4:30-6) Hope Olson, Late (6-7:30) Ed Glaubitz & Krista Mitzuk
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Annual Giving Statements
The Annual Giving Statements have all been mailed.
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Joy Lutheran Annual Report
Joy's Annual Report is now available on Joy's Web Page,
www.joy-church.org, or by clicking the link below or, we also have printed copies at the Information Center.
Amendments to 2019 Annual Report
Page 1-The 2018 Nominating Committee has been updated to show the following: Hope Olson, Mandy Bernick, Tammy Orf, Karen Lehman, Tom Gujer, and Tom Peterson.
Page 2-Michael Jacob Dosdoll has been removed from Confirmation 5/6/18.
Page 30-Bobbie Flatz was added to Worship & Music Team Members.
Page 30-Point "Continued one Sunday worship service...", Second sentence updated to read, "
Wednesday Campfire Worship centered on the various areas of the Bible."
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From Joy's Library Committee
Members of Joy are kindly asked to please return any books, movies, CD's, etc. that have been checked out over 2 months.
If you wish to keep the material for a longer period of time, please indicate that you would like to extend the use of Joy's property by filling out the library card again.
Thank You!
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Offering Envelope Changes
In an effort to be better stewards of the resources you entrust to Joy, we making a change to the way we use offering envelopes in 2019. We can save hundreds of dollars by not having to buy envelopes that don't get used.
We will be "recycling" unused envelopes (we have blocked out the date and number so they can be used by anyone, on any date. Because it will not be restricted to any one envelope number, it will be important that you
put your name on the envelope to ensure that you get credit for your gift (especially if you give cash).
Just pick up envelopes from the information desk as you need them. If you have questions or concerns about this, visit with the office and we can customize envelopes for you or if you would like assistance with moving to electronic giving we can help with that as well. Thank you for your generous support of our ministry.
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Amazon Smile
If you shop on Amazon, please consider supporting Joy Lutheran Church by shopping at Amazon Smile! When you shop at
smile.amazon.com, Amazon donates to your favorite charitable organization!
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Smartphone?
If you enjoy the convenience of a smartphone there are a couple of apps you may want to consider;
One is the
Give+
app (which is a free download wherever to get your downloads) w
hich allows you to make a electronic gift from your bank account instead of swiping a credit card (the handlin
g charges are significantly less, so more of your gifts gets to us). You can us it for one time gifts or managed giving, and it is all integrated into your regular electronic
giving to Joy. click here for instructions.
You also now have the ability to set up a
member portal
with our church database. This portal can be made into an app so you can have instant access to your data (with the ability to make changes and give permissions, view the church photo directory, and
see and print your giving statement whenever you want). To create a portal, click
here. If you want to make your login into an app just check with the office.
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WELCOME TO JOY!
Oh Look! The chair is empty at the Information Center! We would love to have folks volunteer to staff the Center at each service. It's easy! There is a sign up sheet at the desk. If you have questions, check with Pastor Steve or Hope Olson.
Thank You!!
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Joy Vision Council Meeting Minutes
To read the minutes from the latest Vision Council Meeting, please
CLICK HERE. The minutes can also be found in Joy's web page under 'Leadership'.
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Who is that?
It continues to be important that we wear name tags to help us get to know each other.
We have disposable stick on name tags available, or sign up to have a more permanent name tag made for you.
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2020 Passion Play Tour
Join Elizabeth Bartsch, Assistant to the Bishop of the NW Synod, and travel to Germany and Austria. See Martin Luther sites, concentration camp, Sound or Music sites and the Passion Play. To see the complete itinerary and more info go to Joy's information desk or click
here. (This 11 day incredible trip has a March deposit deadline.)
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JOY YOUTH
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CANADA MISSION TRIP, JUNE 17-24
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SUMMER MISSION TRIP
Thunder Bay, Canada June 17th - 24th
Cost $300 includes transportation, camping fees, meals, service sites, and entrance fees.
(Passport or Pass card fees not included..Students 18 and under only need a birth certificate)
Deposit due at sign up.
We will do 2 fundraisers to help with the cost.
Several students last year were able pay for their entire trip with fundraisers.
If assistance is needed please let Christy know ASAP.
We will be camping at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park near Thunder Bay 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, digging trails, or hauling fire wood.
We will also have some FUN hiking, swimming, campfires, visiting tourist attractions, fishing, canoeing, learning about God's creation and much more.
This trip is for students going into 9th grade to adult.
Space is limited so sign up online or text Christy at 715-441-6366.
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Vacation Bible School at Joy!
Vacation Bible School will take place at Joy Lutheran Church in Prescott, WI June 24-28. 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!
June 24-28, 2019
Transportation will be provided from summer school for those that request in their registration.
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.
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Church Directory
**Updated as of August 2018, 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.
**If you would like to
update or add your picture, please send it to the office at any time. It will be included in the next print!**
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Did You Know...
Joy's Worship Services are broadcast live on 88.7 FM??? If you are having trouble hearing the service as it happens or just want to listen along, you can bring in a small radio with a headset or ear buds. Or, please feel free to speak with Lee Northouse, we have them available for use at Joy!
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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
Date
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8:15 AM Traditional
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10:15 AM Contemporary
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10:15 AM Sunday School
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TOTAL
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January 27
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32
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70
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14
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102
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February 3
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43
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73
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23
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116
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February 10
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32
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46
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10
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78
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February 17
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53
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75
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22
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128
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February 24
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Cancelled
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46
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46
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Week Of
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Regular
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Electronic
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Total
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Other
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January 27
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$2,183.25
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$1,737.75
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$3,921.00
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$458.25
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February 3
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$3,927.69
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$9,897.94*
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$13,825.63
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$553.50
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February 10
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$3,488.00
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$2,642.00
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$6,130.00
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$1,134.00
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February 17
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$1,258.00
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$4,025.00
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$5,283.00
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$820.00
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February 24
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$622.73
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$2,419.00
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$3,041.73
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$572.00
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N/A=Not Available *=Updated Information
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ELCA Estate Planning & Giving
Mr. Tim Knutson, of the ELCA Gift Planning Foundation, was here at Joy and gave an informational program on Gift Giving & Estate Planning. He is still available for any questions or information you may want. He can be reached by mail, email or phone:
Tim Knutson, 2625 N. 65th St., Wauwatosa, WI, 53213. (414) 477-9979. Email: Timothy.Knutson@elca.org
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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 March 8:15 & 10:15 AM Worship Services
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GREETERS
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READERS
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COFFEE CUPS
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WELCOME DESK
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USHERS-All Month
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March 3
8:15 AM
Dave & Karen Gunnes
10:15 AM
Julie Wood
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March 3
8:15 AM
Marv Lindseth
10:15 AM
Krista Mitzuk
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March 3
Krista Mitzuk
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March 3
Joan Northouse
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8:15 AM
Barry Heltne & Family
10:15 AM
The Kleinschmidt Family
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March 10
8:15 AM
Craig & Tammy Orf
10:15 AM
Hope Olson
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March 10
8:15 AM
Jim Flatz
10:15 AM
Krista Mitzuk
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March 10
OPEN
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March 10
OPEN
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8:15 AM
Barry Heltne & Family
10:15 AM
The Kleinschmidt Family
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Weekly Calendar
3 Sunday
8:15-9:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:15-10am FIRST Mom's Group!-Fireside Room
9:25-10:10am Thrivent Informational Meeting
10:15-11:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15-11:15am Sunday School
11:15-12:15pm Fellowship Time
4 Monday
SPRING BREAK-March 4-8 (NO SCHOOL)
NO Joyful Bells
6pm Property & Grounds Meeting
5 Tuesday
2:00pm Staff Meeting
6:30pm JWELCA General Meeting-All Women Welcome
6 Wednesday
9-12 Joyful Quilters
5:15-6:30pm Wednesday Night Supper-Spaghetti & Garlic Toast
6:30pm Ash Wednesday Worship Service
NO Guitar Camp, Confirmation, Shift 6/7 or Joy Choir
7 Thursday
9-11am Joy Cleaning Crew
8 Friday
9 Saturday
TURN YOUR CLOCK FORWARD 1 HOUR BEFORE YOU GO TO BED
Walking Together Event at UW Eau Claire Davies Center
10 Sunday
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS
NO Sunday School
8:15-9:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:15-10am Mom's Group-Fireside Room
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
11:15-12:15pm Fellowship Time
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