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Relevant + Hopeful + Generous September 15-21, 2019
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Upcoming Events at a glance (and quick links)
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Fall Schedule begins this Sunday...September 15th
Traditional Worship Service 8:15-9:15 AM
Mom's Group/Faith Formation 9:15-10:00 AM
Contemporary Worship Service 10:15-11:15 AM
Sunday School 10:15-11:15 AM
Fellowship Time 11:15-12 Noon
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Joy Photo Booth
Stop by the Joy Photo Booth in the narthex on Sunday to get a picture celebrating "back-to-school" time of year!
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A BIG THANK YOU to those who have
volunteered to help teach Sunday school this year!
PREK/K Lana Craft
PREK/K Roxanna Strey
1/2Grade Maddie Tibayan
1/2 Grade Sophie Tibayan
1/2 Grade Theresa O'Reilly
3/4 Grade Mandy Bernick
3/4Grade Amanda Theis
3/4 Grade Macy Cleasby
5 Grade Charlie Canfield
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If you've ever forgotten to pick your kid up from soccer practice or accidentally worn two different shoes to the grocery store, this book is for you. Being a mother is not for those who display symptoms of the "Perfection Infection." There is simply no such thing as a perfect mom. And there are no such things as perfect kids, perfect homes, perfect bodies, perfect marriages, or even perfect meals.
Click the yellow link for more details
Click the blue link to sign up
Click the pink link for a video about the book
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Work beginning on Butterfly Memorial Garden at Joy
Thanks to your generous gifts we have started work on the memorial garden. We have places the big rocks and will pour the concrete soon. Questions? Visit with Pastor Steve
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Baptized into the family of God
Wednesday we celebrated the baptism of
Johnathan Dalton Jernigan, son of Katie Wawra and Samuel Jernigan.
Keep Johnathan in your prayers as he begins his faith journey as a Child of God.
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Free Informational Seminar
O'connell Benedict Funeral Home
in Prescott (1339 Orrin St)
on
Tuesday, Sept 24 10am
Guest presenters:
Attorney Jennifer O'Neill, Attorney Amy Greske and Attorney Jens Loberg, specializing in Estate Planning, Elder Law and Long Term Care Planning
Will also be offered
Tues. Sept 24 at 6pm in River Falls and Thurs. Sept 26 in Ellsworth
Questions and RSVP
715-273-4421
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You are Invites to participate in a "Virtual 5K & Scavenger Hunt"
When you go to the
registration page search for a "Join a Team" and you will find "Joy Lutheran" in the drop down menu. Have fun
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Prescott Daze
I want to extend a
gigantic thank you to those who helped with the float for Prescott Daze this year!!! Thanks to Tom Gujer for the wagon and sound hookups, Mark Olson and Ron Stanke for getting it to church. Thanks to Jana Lawton and Skye Hammond for helping get the t-shirts ready. Deven and Selah Stockwell did a great job handing out candy! Bobbie Flatz and Krista Mitzuk carried the Joy banners and handed out shirts and pencils. Kristen Gray helped with decorating and drove the truck for the float! Pastor was all over the place handing out pencils, candy and t-shirts!! Ella Brantner and Devin helped with decorating and Stefanie Brantner did great handing out t-shirts the whole parade route. It was
a fast moving parade -
but we did it and had a great time!!! Think about joining next year. - Hope Olson
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Wednesday Night Supper
Wednesday Night Supper time is 5:15-6:30 pm. A Vegan, Gluten-Free or Hot Dog/Chips option is always offered. Bring a friend or neighbor. A free will donation is gratefully accepted.
All are welcome here!
September Menu
September 18th ~ Fajita Chicken over Rice
September 25th ~ Spaghetti Dinner-Prescott Cross Country Team
Wednesday Night Super Supper Heroes
2-3 Per Shift. Early=4:30-6. Late=6-7:30. Sign up to be a Super Supper Hero on the Monthly Church Service Helpers List or by calling the Joy Office.
September 18th ~ Early=Andrew & DestiNae Sakschek. Late=Krista Mitzuk.
September 25th ~ Early=Andrew & DestiNae Sakschek. Late=Krista Mitzuk & Ed Glaubitz
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Joyful Quilters
Wednesday, September 11th, from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon for 10 weeks.
It's that time of year again and the Joyful Quilters invite anyone with an interest in helping with this amazing ministry to come and see what it's all about! No experience is necessary, they will teach you all you need to know!
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Joyful Bells!
BELLS, BELLS, BELLS!
If you ever sat in church and wondered how those bells are learned and played, it is no mystery.
We are looking for potential ringers to train as subs. The practices are on Monday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Joyful Bells play on the 3rd Sunday of each month.
If interested, please contact Deanna Roen 715-262-5904
Rehearsals start on Sept. 9th at 6:30 p.m.
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Joy Choir!
MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE TO THE LORD!
Joy invites all adults and high school students to join the Joy Choir as we sing the first Sunday of each month to praise God with joyful singing.
We welcome back all former members and all new members to join us on Wed. evening, Sept. 11th at 6:30 p.m.
All positions of Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass are open for you to share your talent.
The regular rehearsals are on Wed. at 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
WE NEED YOU THERE!
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Women Invited to Attend Annual Synodical Women's Organizations Day of Enrichment
All women are invited to attend a special Synod Women's Event from 9 AM - 1 PM on Saturday, September 21 at Osseo Lutheran Church in Osseo, WI, or on Saturday, September 28 at Long Lake Lutheran Church in Sarona, WI. Special features include a talk, "Be the Change You Want to See in the World," by Lori Wells, the President of our Synod's SWO, and guest speaker, Lisa McCormick, parent advocate for victims of trafficking who will speak about her personal journey of faith when her son became a victim of trafficking. This will be a morning of inspiration and fellowship with a focus on our commitment to grow in faith, to become engaged in our ministries, and to promote healing and wholeness. Lunch will be served. Cost is $20.00. Any woman who would like to attend this event should contact Marcia Lindseth (715-262-3498) or Cathy Martin (leave message at 715-262-3856) in order to register and carpool to Osseo or Sarona. (Please register no later than one week prior to the event.) For more information, note the flyer on the JWELCA bulletin board.
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THANK YOU to all who helped with Sharing and Caring Hands serving 250 meals to the homeless on Aug. 27th!!
Preparations:
Kelly Poff, Lee & Joan Northouse, Jim & Bobbie Flatz,
Chris Stanke, Georgia Freidel, Jayne Parmeter, Tracy Jennings, Marv Lindseth, Mike & Pauline Volkman, Tracy & Emily Banitt, Karen Lehman, Heather Williams, Ken Knight, and Christy Canfield.
Providing Cakes/Jello:
Carol Peterson, Karen Lehman, Mary Glaubitz, Gloria Sebion, Lynda Johnson, Pauline Volkman, Russ Jensen, Judy Hamann, Joyce Booth,
Jayne Parmeter, Marcia Lindseth, Lisa Kleinschmidt, Sandy Satchell, Donna Zerahn, John Culhane, Betty Pederson, Kelsie Most, Pat Erickson,
Jana Lawton, Loretta Knight, Chris Stanke and Georgia Freidel.
Drivers:
Tom Geistfeld, Bill Satchell and Fred Booth.
Servers:
Tom Geistfeld, Bill & Sandy Satchell, Fred Booth & grandson Teddy, Jim Flatz, Gloria Sebion, Georgia Freidel, Chris Stanke and Ed Glaubitz.
Thrivent dollars
($250) were also used to help with this project. Thank you to Jim Flatz.
Most importantly
, a huge thank you to Kelly Poff for all the work she puts into this and all the other cooking projects here at Joy. This was indeed a tremendous show of support for a wonderful event to help those in need. We arrived early enough with many volunteers to help serve breakfast and then clean-up after breakfast while others prepared for lunch. We then served lunch to a new group of homeless men, women and children, helped with clean-up and prepare leftovers for future use. Sharing & Caring was very thankful for Joy's involvement and we are looking forward to our next opportunity to serve again in February of 2020.
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ELCA Churchwide Assembly 2019
Aug 5-10, the ELCA Lutherans from around the country all gather together to worship and deliberate and help discern where God may be leading us.
For a good recap of what happened check out the
Highlights of Assembly
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Personal Reflections on the 2019 ELCA Churchwide Assembly
By Marcia Lindseth
It was my privilege to be a one of 900 voting delegates at the ELCA's Churchwide Assembly in Milwaukee August 5-10. I, along with about 18 others, represented the Northwest Synod of Wisconsin at the Assembly. Joy Lutheran Church is one of approximately 200 churches in the Northwest Synod of Wisconsin. Our Synod is one of 56 Synods in the USA. The ELCA is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, with nearly 3.5 million members in more than 9,100 worshiping communities across the 50 states and in the Caribbean region. The Churchwide Assembly is held every three years and it is the place where important decisions and actions are made concerning our church. We were "church together for the sake of the world."
Every day of the Assembly we gathered for worship and Holy Communion. We were a part of AMAZING worship experiences. We also had three excellent Bible Studies led by theologians from our "partner denominations." There were ten Plenary Sessions where the important "work" of the church was discussed and voted upon. I was excited about the decisions that the voting delegates made on behalf of the whole ELCA. Some of those decisions were as follows (in the words of our Synod Bishop):
- Passed an Inter-Religious Policy Statement while more than a dozen leaders from Jewish, Hindu, Islamic, African Episcopal Methodist (AME), Catholic, Moravian, Presbyterian, Episcopal, and Lutheran faith communities held hands on stage-what a powerful witness to the strength we have as faith communities together.
- Passed An Apology to People of African Descent - we apologized to our African American brothers and sisters who have been historic victims of slavery and racism. We pledged to address white privilege and work to confront attitudes of white supremacy. Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton said, after the declaration was read, "This recommitment means working toward a deeper understanding of slavery and its legacy, of institutional and structural racism, of white privilege, and of attitudes and foundations of white supremacy. It means praying for the renewal of this church as disciples of the living Christ."
- Passed the Social Statement on Faith, Sexism, and Justice a Lutheran Call to Action. This statement had been about ten years in the making. I had been a "Process Builder" working on this Statement in its early stages of development so I was happy to be among the voting delegates who almost unanimously voted to pass this Social Statement. It is an amazing witness to our church's stand against workplace discrimination, gender-based violence, patriarchy, and economic inequality.
- Re-elected on the first ballot the Rev. Elizabeth Eaton to a second six-year term as presiding bishop - the first time in the history of the ELCA that a presiding bishop has been elected, or re-elected, on a first ballot!
- Approved a resolution declaring the ELCA is a "sanctuary church body," encouraging participation in the ELCA AMMPARO initiative for migrant children, discernment of care for our immigrant neighbors in our context, and the promise of forthcoming resources for this work.
- Adopted a memorial that calls for the development of a social statement and social message on the relationship of church and state.
- Adopted a memorial to encourage all synods and congregations to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ordination of women in 2020, the 40th anniversary of the ordination of women of color in the Lutheran tradition, and the 10th anniversary of the ELCA's decision to remove barriers to ordination for people in same-gender relationships.
These are just highlights of some of the actions taken at this Churchwide Assembly. For more information, I encourage you to consult the ELCA website (elca.org) or talk to me about my very interesting experience as a delegate to the Churchwide Assembly.
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Joy Lutheran Averts the Sins of 'Thou Shalt Not Steal'
SOLVE THE MYSTERY
"WIN A FREE TRIP"
Fill in the blanks_ _ _ identifying the names of the mystery people.
While doing the Lord's work, preparing a meal for "Sharing and Caring Hands" in Minneapolis, an unsolved mystery evolved right outside the church...in the parking lot.
There were many people involved, so the cars weren't easily identifiable, but when one of the cars has a Florida license plate and is making a suspicious noise, it got the attention of at least one passerby.
As this person ____________ bumped into me ____________ , she inquired about the car making a loud, shrieking noise. I was unable to help her, so I suggested that she go into the kitchen of the church to find out who the car belonged to.
Getting no response, she informed ___________, who, in turn, called the police and proceeded to follow church mandated protocol...that of searching all the rooms for any suspicious looking characters. Finding none, she proceeded to cooperate with the police.
After identifying the owner of the car, and calling him in the Country of Norway, they were able to determine who was driving the car. The culprit, _____________, came running out of the church with a butcher knife in each hand. He had been cutting cabbage, and when notified that the police were looking for him...his over-exuberance got him carried away.
His explanation of driving his friend's car while he was visiting Norway seemed a bit far-fetched and only he could have convinced a policeman of the legitimacy of his story.
He is a storyteller by nature, but seldom has he had to use those skills in such a disarming situation, so discerning that only the good and faithful would have believed him.
The cook ____________ had never before encountered such a far-reaching exposure to her cooking ministry. So, in the future, we'll defer such unorthodox activity to Pastor __________ before it goes viral clear around the world. Such out-reach is the mission of the church; only to be accomplished by another hand, and the hands of a lot of willing workers...headed up by ____________.
Correctly identifying the people in this short story will win you a "free trip"to Sharing and Caring Hands.
THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING.
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Joy welcomes the Caregivers Support Group. Meeting on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the Fireside Room.
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Thrivent Update Aug. 15, 2019:
Action Teams:
2017:
60 projects for
$15,000
2018:
65 projects for $16,250
2019
: 41 projects for
$10,250
YTD Grand total of $41,500
Choice Dollars:
2017:
Dollars received
$3,093
2018:
Dollars received
$4,018
2019
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Dollars received
$2,166
YTD Grand total of $9,277
Total Thrivent Funds: $50,777
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Did you know you can make a gift to Joy electronically
(on your own from anywhere)
There are several ways you can give electronically for both your recurring gifts or one time gifts.
1) If you are at Joy, you can use the
giving kiosk (a tablet at the welcome desk ) and swipe your credit card.
2) You can access our
webpage (
www.joy-church.org) from anywhere you have internet access and click on the
online giving to set up or manage electronic gifts
3) you can download a free app called GIVE+ from wherever you get your apps which allow you to give from your
smart phone. Like many apps..
.it will take a little effort on the front end (creating a password, entering some data, etc.) but once it is set up you have simple one-click giving
questions or assistance? contact the church office
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 Weekly Calendar
15 Sunday-Begin Fall/Winter Schedule
8:15-9:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:15-10am Mom's Group-Fireside Room
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15-11:15am Contemporary Worship Service
10:15am Sunday School
11:15-12:15pm Fellowship Time
16 Monday
10am-1pm Joyful Seniors
17 Tuesday
2:00-3:00pm High School Cleaning Group
2-3pm Staff Meeting
7-8:30pm Joy Vision Council Meeting
18 Wednesday
9am-12 Noon Joyful Quilters
5:15-6:30pm Wednesday Night Supper-Fajita Chicken over Rice
6:30-7:45pm Confirmation Orientation-Parents & Students
6:30-7:30pm Joy Choir Practice
19 Thursday
9-11am Joy Cleaning Crew
20 Friday
21 Saturday
7:30-8:30am Men's Breakfast and Bible Study
9am-1pm Synod Women's Day of Enrichment.
Osseo Lutheran Church in Osseo, WI
22 Sunday
8:15-9:15am Traditional Worship Service
9:15-10am Mom's Group-Fireside Room
9:25-10:10am Faith Formation
10:15am Sunday School
10:15-11:15am Contemporary Worship Service
11:15-12:15pm Fellowship Time
Sunday afternoon -Tuesday Pastor at Fall Synod Retreat
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JOY YOUTH
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Sunday school starts Sunday, September 15 at 10:15 AM
Click the link below for PreK-5th Grade Registration and Details
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SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION
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September 18th | 7:30-7:45pm
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ONLINE REGISTRATION NOW OPEN Confirmation for 8th and 9th graders stars Wednesday September 18th with a parent and student meeting. Click the link for details and online registration
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CONFIRMATION REGISTRATION
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Registration now open for SHIFT 67
Meets Wednesday nights at Joy Church
6:30-7:30pm
6th and 7th grade students
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SHIFT 6/7 REGISTRATION
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3rd Grade BIBLES!!!
This year we are offering 4 different bibles for parents to choose from. Please click the button below so that we can order a Bible for your student to receive on Bible Sunday.
Note:
A Bible class will be offered for students and their parents on Sunday September 29th 9:25-10:05am.
Students will receive their Bible on Sunday October 6th at the 8:15am or 10:15am worship service....please note that students are welcome to receive their Bible on a different Sunday if you conflicts.
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CLICK TO CHOOSE A BIBLE AND REGISTER
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9th Grade Retreat, April 3-5. Save the date!
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Hey parents, it's not too early to start thinking about confirmation this fall. Please note we've been working really hard to plan our 9th grade retreat.
Please mark your calendar for April 3-5, as this is a great opportunity for your child.
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You have JOY in your heart, how about having JOY in your cup? Joy Lutheran travel mugs are now available at the Information Center for $10. Add an easy to use, dishwasher safe hot/cold mug to your collection today!
The mugs actually cost us about $5...but your gift of $10 allows us to give mugs away to visitors to our congregation
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NEW! Summer Webinar Series from Thrivent!!
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We know summer is a busy time, filled with BBQs, trips, and days at the lake. YourThrivent Member Network - Twin Cities Region is excited to announce a NEWsummer webinar series, beginning July 16th.
You can join us from work, the cabin, or the patio. Not able to join during the scheduled time? No problem! Register for the webinar and you will receive a recording of the live webinar presentation.
Links to more information and registration below.
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Tuesday, September 3rd | 12:00 PM
Tuesday, September 10th | 12:00 PM
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Meet the members of your 2019
Joy Vision Council
President-Peter Gray, Vice President-Chris Stanke, Secretary-Bobbie Flatz, Treasurer-Kristin Tibayan, Faith Ed-Renee Braun, Fellowship-Phil Wawra, Giving/JWELCA-Hope Olson, Outreach-Krista Mitzuk and Stefanie Brantner, Service-Connie Booth, Worship-Lana Craft
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Pictured L to R, First Row: Lana Craft, Hope Olson, Stefanie Brantner, Bobbie Flatz.
Second Row: Christy Canfield, Chris Stanke, Renee Braun, Kristin Tibayan, Krista Mitzuk.
Third Row: Peter Gray, Phil Wawra, Pastor Steve Meyer. Not Pictured: Connie Booth.
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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 ABOUT JOY then 'Leadership'.
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repeat
Joy Lutheran Church accepts many items for recycling...Eyeglasses, Ink/Toner Cartridges, Cell Phones, Plastic Bottles, Soup Cans, Pop Cans, etc.
The cans actually help raise funds for Joy's Bell Choir!!
Eyeglasses and cell phones assist others that could not otherwise afford them or do not have access to them!
Deposit any items in the front entryway or in the recycle bins by the kitchen area side door. Thank You!
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News from the Prayer Shawl Ministry-CALLING ALL CRAFTERS!
Time has come to replenish our supply of items for the Prayer Shawl Ministry. If you sew, crochet, knit, quilt or can tie a blanket, we could use your skills!
The cooler months are right on our doorstep and we will be doing projects indoors soon.
Some examples of items we could use: Shawls, scarves, lap blankets, small hand pillows, fleece children's blankets or your very own unique creation to share with those in need.
For more information. contact Emile Horken 715.262.4728 or Linda Wilson 715.262.0045
Shawls can be found on the Prayer Shawl Ladder in the Narthex. If you, or someone you know, is in need of a prayer shawl because of illness or other condition, please feel free to take a prayer shawl from the ladder.
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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!
Any Joy Member is welcome to staff the desk (no experience necessary
).
Sign up on the JLC Worship Service Helpers clipboard in the Narthex.
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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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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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Sunday 9:30 AM
Blended
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6:30 PM
Wednesday
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TOTAL
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August 11
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56
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6
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62
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August 18
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97
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11
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108
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August 25
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121
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13 people, 4 dogs and a caterpillar-18
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139
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September 1
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70
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N/A
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70
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| September 8 |
79 |
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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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July 28
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$2,741.00
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$7,989.00
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$10,730.00
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$1,185.00
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August 4
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$3,336.00
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$7,279.00
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$10,615.00
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$1,491.00
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August 11
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$1,994.00
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$5,297.00
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$7,291.00
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$477.00
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August 18
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$2,549.00
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$1,472.00
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$4,021.00
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$122.00
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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 September 9:30 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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Candles
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Prayer
Reader
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September 15
8:15 AM
Craig & Tammy Orf
10:15 AM
Hope Olson
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September 15
8:15 AM
Gloria Sebion
10:15 AM
Joan Northouse
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September 15
Krista Mitzuk
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September 15
Krista Mitzuk
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8:15 AM
Ed Glaubitz
10:15 AM
The Kleinschmidt's
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10:15 AM
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10:15 AM
Deven Stockwell
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September 22
8:15
C.L. and Karen Lehman
10:15
Susan Metcalf and Jean Setering
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8:15
Ken Roen
10:15
Tom Peterson |
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Krista Mitzuk
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