NANCY ANDEEL SAYS GOODBYE

Help us say farewell & honor her
on Sunday January 30
at both services with a reception
after the 10:15am service

"It is with a heavy heart that I am writing to let you know I will be stepping down from my position as Director of Worship at Messiah Lutheran, effective January 31. After months of prayerful consideration and wise counsel, I believe it is time for me to move forward into a new chapter of life.
 
I have spent a majority of my adult ministry life at Messiah and have a deep love for the church, my co-workers, and the many wonderful people who have been and currently are a part of Messiah.
 
Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of and lead God’s people at Messiah. I count it a privilege to have been in ministry leadership at Messiah for 19 years. When I started at Messiah, my oldest son was 6 months old. He’s now a freshman in college! This place has allowed me the opportunity to grow in the gifts God has given me and also have the flexibility as a wife and mother. Who can forget my big pregnant belly with our second son almost 18 years ago?!
 
Thank you for accepting me for who I am; gifts, faults and all. Messiah will always hold a special place in my heart. Our family has grown up together here. I will be praying that God brings the perfect person to lead Messiah musically in the direction the pastors and council choose.
 
I humbly request that you keep me and my family in your prayers for direction and wisdom as we seek God’s new purpose for our family."
 
Sincerely in Christ,
Nancy Andeel
January 27, 2022
JOIN US ON SUNDAY
Join us this Sunday, January 30 at 8:30am or 10:15am at Messiah to hear the next message in our series: Messy Spirituality.
Messiah Kids meet at 10am in the Life Center for pre-K through 5th grade.
Jr. High Students meet at 10am in the Youth Center.
Child Care is available in the Life Center during both services for children under 5 years old.
Adult Forum meets at 10am in the Fellowship Room.

We look forward to seeing you!
SNOW DAY
Our preschoolers had tons of fun this week playing in the snow!
LET'S PLAY
BEGINS ON SUNDAY!
Each can/item of food or $1 count as 1 point for your favorite team or the commercials. Let's have some fun and see who wins our "Souper" Bowl games at Messiah. No matter who wins, we know the real winner each year is the hungry people we'll feed through Caring Hands Food Pantry. Bring donations on Sundays or Mondays to our Drive Thru between 9-11am. On Sunday, February 13th wear your favorite team jersey to church! Any sport, any team!
NEW GROUP FOR PARENTS
BEGINS ON SUNDAY!
JANUARY 30 at 3pm
All parents with children ages 0 through elementary school age are invited to a new group study on the last Sunday of each month for four months between 3-4:30pm beginning January 30. Pastor Bob will be leading a study based on Bob Goff's "Love Does." Child Care is included.
THIN SPACES WOMEN'S STUDY
BEGINS NEXT WEEK!
TUESDAY, FEB 1
Thin Spaces Women's Group will be discussing a new book, "He Calls You Beautiful" by Dee Brestin. This lovely, powerful book will be a great reminder of who we are to God and how beloved each of us truly is! Brestin's writing examines and reflects on the meaning in Song of Solomon. Meet on Tuesdays at 7pm beginning February 1. If you are already in the Thin Spaces Group, you should have received an email. If you are NOT already in the group, but would like to join, click here.
DRIVE THRU MONDAYS
Thanks to our RELAY FOR LIFE for hosting our Drive Thru this week. Your ongoing support with donations for Caring Hands Food Panty helps to feed hundreds of people each week!


Come see us Monday, January 31 between 9-11am. Our animal ministry ALL GOD'S CREATURES will be hosting! Stop by and say hi. Grab a donut while you're at it! We hope see many of you. You can also play in our Souper Bowl games for the next three Mondays! Choose your favorite team or the Commercials. Each can or $1 count as 1 point.
SUNDAY ALTAR FLOWERS
Provide a beautiful arrangement of flowers on a Sunday in honor of a special date. Your message will be displayed on our screens during both services and also shared in our "Sunday Reminders" email. You may take the flowers home following the 10:15am service or pick them up during the week at the Church Office. Lock in your special dates for the new year now!
LEARN MORE ABOUT MESSIAH!
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 6
Cornerstones is one-day experience designed for anyone new to Messiah, new to Christianity or anyone wanting a deeper connection and that "next step." Touch upon key scriptures, the holy sacraments, spiritual gifts and next steps for you as a Partner in Ministry. All are welcome to attend. If you were never confirmed, please feel encouraged to attend and re-affirm your faith. Join us on February 6, 11:15am-1:30pm. Lunch will be served and Child Care is available.
"Beautiful flowers are everywhere! Found these special blooms on a walk through the neighborhood!"