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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous
May 27-June 3, 2018
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4/17/18 The code for the lock box at the side door has been changed. Please call the office if you need access to this.
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Upcoming Events at a glance (and quick links)
Check out...
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Summer Schedule Begins this Week ..and more...
This Sunday we move to our summer schedule which means just
one worship service
on Sunday mornings at
9:30am
. It will be a blended style worship with the best from both traditional and contemporary settings.
With the move to one service we mix our early service crowd with the late service crowd. To help us get reacquainted everyone is encouraged to
wear a name tag. We have some permanent and some temporary ones available. If you want a more permanent one please add your name to the clipboard.
In a few weeks Diane and I head to Malawi...we would like to take a
banner to give to our sister congregation there. To help build a relationship we invite you to
sign your name and/or leave a message on the sheet of paper with our congregational picture (which we will laminate and attach to the banner).
On Friday night, some of us will be gathering at the Middle School for our community
Kick-off To Summer. We will be offering the gaga pit, free popcorn and information about Joy. If you want to
add your smiling face, we would love to have you join us (5-8pm).
This Saturday, our North Western Synod of Wisconsin will be gathering for our
Synod Assembly. One our main tasks is to choose a Bishop. Please keep the church in your prayers for this important decision. The event goes through Sunday and Pastor Steve will be helping lead worship at the assembly in Eau Claire, so for the sermon on June 3rd, we will be hearing a sermon by Bishop Hoyme.
Our
Wednesday Night Worship services will start the following week on
June 6th at 6:30pm with campfire, hot dogs and s'mores.
This weekend, we pause to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice as we observe
Memorial Day. Be sure to take moment to give thanks.
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***1st Quarter Statements are ready to be picked up in the Narthex.***
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From Joy's Library Committee
God touches each of us in many ways, but not everyone recognizes those times in their lives. During May and June, the library is promoting true stories, real life experiences, autobiographies and biographies. Check out the bulletin board for a few book and movie selections found in the library. There are many more excellent reads and movies on the library shelves. Enjoy! Joy Library Committee.
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I'm LOST! Where's My Family?
These mugs, many jackets, articles of clothing, jewelry and an inhaler have been waiting for their owners to claim them. Please stop by and take them home before the end of May or they will go to a new home.
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Joy Plant Market Thank You
The Joy Plant Market
has been held for 10 years, and the continued support is amazing...thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Despite the late spring, this year's Plant Market raised around $4,000 (to be divided between the Prescott Area Food Pantry, Luther Bible Camp Camperships, Missions in Malawi, and Joy Worship Enhancements).
The Plant Market Committee would like to thank those who donated cash and those who came to buy plants! We especially want to thank the following people (sorry if we missed anyone) who created and distributed advertising materials, helped out with setup/cleanup, and/or volunteered during the market.
Lana Craft, Al Klein, Ken Roen, Rosie Culhane, Wayne & Karen Lundgaard, Ernie, Patti & Ella Schultz, Jim & Bobbie Flatz, Lee & Joan Northouse, Ron & Chris Stanke, Sue Hood Hope Olson, Ken & Linda Wilson, Dick Horken, Craig & Tammy Orf, Dave & Kelly Johnson, Tom & Carol Peterson
Thank you again, and let's hope next year will be another success!!!
Joy Plant Market Committee
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Blood Drive at Joy
Thursday, June 21st, 2018
1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
To pre-register for this life saving event, please
click here. Use code: prescottwi. Or stop by Joy Thursday June 21st between the hours of 1-7 Pm to donate blood.
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JOY YOUTH
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Vacation Bible School will take place at Joy Lutheran Church in Prescott, WI, June 11-15. 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 11-15, 2018
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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Luther Park Bible Camp
June 10-August 10
Pick your week!
Time to sign up for BIBLE Camp!! Kids 1st-12th grade can sign up for Bible Camp and get 1/2 off the price of camp by using our Joy Church sponsorship coupon code.
JOYPRESCOTTFW-(FW = FULL WEEK)
JOYPRESCOTTHW-(HW = HALF WEEK)
*please note sponsorship code is LAST STEP for online registration.
Check out the link below for more details on dates and programs offered and to register.
Click Here
If you want to know who the other Joy kids are that are going, please contact Christy for a list of dates and programs Joy youth will be attending at 715.441.6366
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SUMMER MISSION TRIP TO CANADA
Thunder Bay, Canada June 15th - 21st Cost $325 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 $40 Non-refundable due March 15th.
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 on the youth Bulletin Board, online, or Text Christy 715-441-6366
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR CANADA MISSION TRIP 2018!
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Church Directory
**Updated as of April 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!**
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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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
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Date
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8:15 Traditional
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10:15 Contemporary
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6:30 Wednesday
Campfire
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TOTAL |
April 22
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52
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68
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120
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April 29
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44
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54
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98
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May 6
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50
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72
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Confirmation-138
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260
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May 13
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52
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65
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117
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May 20
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55
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68
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123
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Regular
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Electronic
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Total
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Other
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April 22
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$1,916.04
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$4,154.73
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$6,070.77
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$1,893.25
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April 29
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$1,665.00
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$8,210.75
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$9,875.75
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$554.86
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May 6
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$2,029.00
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$1,172.00
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$3,201.00
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$799.00
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May 13
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$2,434.00
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$5,016.20
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$7,450.20
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$4,680.90
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May 20
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$1,483.00
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$1,397.00
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$2,880.00
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$1,098.26
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N/A=Not Available *=Updated Information
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Updated Thrivent Numbers...YTD Thrivent updates as of May 10th: Action Teams-36 events, totaling $9,000 and Choice Dollars-$3,347
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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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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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WiFi Joy Guest Password: WelcomeToJoy!73
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Worship Leaders for May/June, 9:30 AM Worship Services
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GREETERS
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READERS
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COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
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USHERS-All Month
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May 27
9:30 AM
Jack & Karla Reichert
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May 27
9:30 AM
Cathy Martin
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May 27
9:30 AM
Jim & Bobbie Flatz, Hope Olson
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May
9:30 AM
Ken Roen |
June 3
9:30 AM
Craig & Tammy Orf
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June 3
9:30 AM
Tom Peterson
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June 3
9:30 AM
Tom Peterson, Jim & Bobbie Flatz
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June
9:30 AM
Norm Johnson & Jerry Pederson
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Coffee Cup Helpers: May 27th-Hope Olson, June 3rd-Lana Craft, June 10th-Joan Northouse, June 17th-Tim Booth, June 24th-Hope Olson
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Weekly Calendar
MAY
27 Sunday
9:30am
FIRST Blended Worship Service
28 Monday
MEMORIAL DAY
JOY OFFICE CLOSED
NO SCHOOL
29 Tuesday
30 Wednesday
5:30-7:30 Houston Youth Meeting
7:30-8:30 Houston Parent Meeting
31 Thursday
9-11am Joy Cleaning Crew
1 Friday
Kick Off to Summer
2 Saturday
Synod Assembly in Eau Claire (Sat-Sunday)
3 Sunday
9:30am Blended Worship Service
10:30am Fellowship Time
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