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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous February 17-24, 2019
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Upcoming Events at a glance (and quick links)
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Bold Women and Thankoffering Sunday - February 17, 2019
Join us as we once again celebrate Bold Women's Sunday at Joy Lutheran Church. Traditionally held on the 3
rd or 4
th Sunday in February, this Sunday
celebrates all Lutheran women who have acted or are acting boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ.
The year's theme is "Ever and Anew." Our Joyful Bells will bring us the Musical Messages and women will serve as our worship helpers. Pastor Carol Peterson will officiate at the communion service and Lori Wells, President of the Northwest Wisconsin Synod Women's Organization, will deliver the message, "Are We Bold Enough?," based on the "Woman at the Well" Gospel, John 4:5-26. A Thankoffering will also be received for the life-changing ministries of the Women of the ELCA. Do join us next week for this special Sunday service!
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Men's Breakfast and Bible Study
When:
Saturday, Feb. 16 @ 7:30 am
Where:
Joy Church
Scriptures:
Matthew 13:24-43 "Sowing good seed"
Tim and Ed will be providing the food.
You can find more info on these scriptures at:
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COMING SOON...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. 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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Loaves of Love
February 17th and 24th. Bake your muffins, rolls, and bread and bring to the Fireside Room to be sold after services. Money raised will go toward the immediate needs of our sister church for Empowering Women and Girls in Malawi.
If you are interested in baking and need supplies, Joy has Thrivent Action Team funds available. Please contact Bobbie Flatz at 715-222-4547 for more information.
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February Women's Bible Study Rescheduled to February 18
Because of the bad weather this past week, the February Women's Bible Study had to be rescheduled. It will now meet on Monday, February 18 at 1:30 PM. All women are invited!
We will continue our new four-month study called "The Gospel of John: Meetings with Jesus." Throughout John's Gospel, Jesus engages people in honest and sometimes difficult conversations that lead to faith, renewal and transformation. Over the course of this four session study by Julie A. Kanarr, pastor of Christ Lutheran Church in Belfair, Washington, we will meet Jesus through his interactions with various characters within the gospel of John. Their conversations beckon us to explore and grow in faith. In our second session of this new study, "By Night and Day: Coming to Faith in Jesus," we will meet Nicodemus, who comes to Jesus at night with questions of faith. We also meet the Samaritan woman who talks with Jesus in the middle of the day about religious practice, we meet a royal official who seeks healing for his dying son, and we also meet a paralyzed man who has waited 38 years for healing. We also sit with the crowd that is fed by Jesus and struggles to understand his teaching, chewing on Jesus' words, "I am the bread of life." Through their encounters with Jesus, we reflect on how Jesus meets us in our spiritual hunger and thirst. This month's study will be led by Carol Peterson. Do join us on Monday, February 18, 1:30 PM in the Fireside Room at Church. All are welcome!
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Sharing and Caring Hands Event
Joy will be preparing and serving a noon meal for 250 - 300 homeless people in Minneapolis on Tuesday, February 26th.
We need volunteers to sign-up for the following activities:
- Help Kelly prepare the food on Mon. Feb. 25th - 9:00 am to 12:00 noon at Joy.
- Transporting and serving food on Tue. Feb 26th in downtown Minneapolis - leaving Joy at 9:30 a.m. and returning by 2:00 p.m.
- Making Jell-O in ice cream pails (10 pails needed, each made from 3 large boxes - pails available at Joy if you need them).
- Making cakes (15 to 20 cakes needed - cake pans available at Joy if you need them).
All food donations need to be at the church by 9:00 a.m. on serving day (Tue. Feb. 26th).
Please contact Kelly Poff at 715-262-4281 with any questions.
A love offering donation will be collected on February 17th.
Please sign-up on the clipboards in the narthex. Thank you!
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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 3
rd during the Faith Formation time (9:25 - 10:10) between 1
st and 2
nd 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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2018 was a great year! Thanks for your participation in God's ministry in and through us. If you weren't able to join us for the Annual Party last Sunday...here is the video recap of 2018!
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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.
February Menu
20th ~ Ham Potato Chowder
27th ~ Chicken Ala King
Wednesday Night Supper Crew
20th ~ Early (4:30-6) Hope Olson, Late (6-7:30) Krista Mitzuk
27th ~ Early (4:30-6) Joyce Booth, Mandy & Teddy Bernick, Late (6-7:30) Fred Booth, Rozzy & Shawn Bernick
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Annual Giving Statements
The Annual Giving Statements will be available for pick up in the Narthex. Please help Joy save money in postage and pick yours up!
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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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**LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP!!**
9th Grade retreat is March 21-23, 2019 at the Roen's cabin near Rice Lake, WI.
NOTE: (Prescott School District students have no School Friday March 22nd)
We will be meeting at Joy Church at 3:30pm for departure. Students can ride the bus from the High school to the intermediate and walk across the street to the Church. Parents may arrange to drop off students belongings at the church. We will return to Joy Church on Saturday March 23rd around 12noon.
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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 13
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48
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71
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18
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119
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January 20
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49
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67
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22
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116
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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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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 13
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$1,822.00
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$1,107.00
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$2,929.00
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$472.18
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January 20
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$1,368.01
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$3,875.00
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$5,243.01
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$394.00
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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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N/A=Not Available *=Updated Information
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Updated Thrivent Numbers...Year End Thrivent TOTALS!...
Action Teams-65 projects, totaling $16,500 and Choice Dollars-$4,018
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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 February 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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February 17-BOLD WOMEN
8:15 AM
10:15 AM
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February 17-BOLD WOMEN
8:15 AM
10:15 AM
Erica Keezer
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February 17-BOLD WOMEN
Krista Mitzuk
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February 17-BOLD WOMEN
OPEN
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8:15 AM
Bill Satchell & Family
10:15 AM
The Kleinschmidt Family
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February 24
8:15 AM
Dick & Em Horken
10:15 AM
Hope Olson
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February 24
8:15 AM
Sharyn Calton
10:15 AM
Krista Mitzuk
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February 24
Hope Olson
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February 24
OPEN
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8:15 AM
Bill Satchell & Family
10:15 AM
The Kleinschmidt Family
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Weekly Calendar
17 Sunday-BOLD WOMEN'S SUNDAY
Loaves of Love
8:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15am Sunday School
11:15am-12:15pm Fellowship Time
7pm Vespers Worship Service
18 Monday
10:00-12:00 Joyful Seniors
1:30-3pm Women's Bible Study
2pm Prescott HS Cleaning Crew
6:30-7:30 pm Joyful Bells Rehearsal
19 Tuesday
2:00pm Staff Meeting
6:30-7pm Executive Team Meeting
7-8pm Joy Vision Council Team Meeting
20 Wednesday
9-12 Noon Joyful Quilters
3:45-4:30pm Guitar Camp
4:45-5:45pm Guitar Camp
5:15-6:30pm Wednesday Night Supper-Ham Potato Chowder
6:30-7:45pm Confirmation
6:30-7:45pm Shift 6/7
NO Joy Choir Rehearsal
21 Thursday
9-11am Joy Cleaning Crew
7-8:00pm Spirit of Joy Band Practice
22 Friday
23 Saturday
24 Sunday
Loaves of Love
8:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15am Sunday School
11:15am-12:15pm Fellowship Time
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