Weekend of February 2-4, 2019 W Welcome! It is a joy to have you with us today and it is our prayer that you are strengthened and uplifted through our worship and fellowship. We especially welcome those visiting. Please pick up information about our church at the kiosk located in the entry. Also, please take time after the service to introduce yourself to our pastor. We would like to get to know you better. A Prayer in Preparation for Worship Lord of life, of love, of peace, of time itself, we stand in awe of your eternal presence and resurrection power. We open our lives, once again, to your involvement. Come, Lord Jesus. As you sit in heaven, be seated here on the throne of our hearts. Forgive us our sin, and enter in. Amen. Current Sermon Series: The Ultimate Humanitarian GOD: THE ULTIMATE HUMANITARIAN is a book written by Rev. Mark Cares. In his book, Pastor Cares gives example after example of how God is truly THE ultimate humanitarian. This sermon series, based on God s Word, will help us once again realize how God truly loves and shows it, even though we are undeserving of that love. The series will also equip us to share with others the love of God and how he is their ultimate humanitarian. In His Service, Rev. Scott Spaulding
THIS WEEK Please check the calendar on the back of this folder for all Bible classes and other events over the next three weeks. Sunday, February 3 Christian Education at BLC Monday, February 4 7:00 p.m. Board of Education Meeting at BLS 7:00 p.m. MOPS & MOMSnext Meeting at LH Tuesday, February 5 10:00 am OWLS Monthly Meeting at BLC 5:00-6:30 pm Ruby s Pantry Distribution at BLC 7:00 p.m. R.I.N.G. Handbell Practice at BLC Wednesday, February 6 5:30-6:45 p.m. 7 th 8 th Gr. Confirmation Class at LH 5:30-6:30 p.m. 5 th -8 th Gr. Confirmation Class at BLC 5:45-6:45 p.m. 5 th 6 th Gr. Confirmation Class at LH 7:00 p.m. Voices in Praise Choir at BLC 7:00 p.m. Adult Information Class at LH Thursday, February 7 6:30 p.m. Financial Peace University Class at LH 6:30 p.m. Financial Peace University Class at BLC LOVE IN ACTION SERVERS Living Hope Bloomington This Weekend Ezekiel Jude Next Weekend Ezra Hebrews UPCOMING MESSAGES Current Series: The Ultimate Humanitarian By Giving Us Proof of Christ s Resurrection February 3 ~ John 10:17-18; Acts 17:31 By Giving Us a Wonderful Life Now February 10 ~ John 10:10 By Giving Us a Spectacular Eternity February 17 ~ Psalm 16:11 We Celebrate the Number of Worshipers in God s House Last Weekend OUR GIFTS TO THE LORD Bloomington Living Hope Lutheran Church Weekend of Jan. 27, 2019 Received Amount Budgeted Amount 699 over/ (under) Plate & Envelope $14,997 $31,609 ($16,612) Year-to-Date $744,704 $863,999 ($119,295) Altar Flower Chart for 2019 has been posted on the bulletin board at Bloomington Lutheran Church and in the 3-ring binder on the info table at Living Hope. Purchasing altar flowers is a beautiful way to celebrate, remember, and honor people and events in our lives. I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. ~John 16:33 ALL CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS Attend a Play by BLH Kindergarten Students The BLH Kindergarten classes will perform The Little Red Hen on Thursday, February 7 at 7:00 p.m. at Living Hope. Don't miss out on this cute production. New Member Orientation Class This class is the final step in becoming a member of Bloomington Living Hope Lutheran Church. Our next class is Wednesday, February 20 at 7:00 p.m. at Living Hope Lutheran Church. If you have completed your membership paperwork and have not received an invitation to this class, please contact the Bloomington church office at blc@bllh.org or 952-888-2475. Attention Christian Adults! We are gathering a group for an 8 session study of the book Quick to Listen. This book will challenge us to listen well to people who hold beliefs that conflict with our understanding of Biblical truth. It does not focus on arguing or even answering all the questions that people have. Instead, we will use this time to learn how to be compassionate and open-hearted as individuals and as a church. We will meet on the following Monday nights at Living Hope from 7:00-8:30 p.m. February 11 February 25 March 11 March 25 April 8 April 22 May 6 May 20 Fill out the form at bllh.org/quick to let us know if you are interested in attending and if we should order you a copy of the book. Please email joel.hansen@mybllh.org with questions. OWLS Organization of WELS Lutheran Seniors, 55+ We welcome everyone to attend our events! Tuesday, February 5 at 10:00 a.m. For our February meeting at Bloomington Lutheran Church. We will have a speaker from Hennepin County on Recycling. Monday, March 4 at 10:00 a.m. For our March meeting at Bloomington Lutheran Church. Pastor Mark Liesener will be speaking and sharing a history of Bloomington Living Hope Lutheran Church and School. 2018 Contribution Statements are available for pick up in the church entry. If you have questions, please call the church office at 952-888-2475.
FOR OUR YOUTH There is a one-time sign up for 2019 youth programs. Please complete the form at bllh.org/youthregistration. Jr. High Empower (Grades 6-8) Bible Study Every Sunday BLC at 9:15 a.m. and Living Hope at 9:00 a.m. This is a chance for 6 th 8 th graders to connect, talk about relevant issues, and learn how to live out their faith. Register at bllh.org/ssconfreg. Ruby s Pantry Tuesday, February 5 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Bloomington Lutheran Our congregation is undertaking a new ministry to help our community get inexpensive food. This started in October 2018, and is held on the first Tuesday of every month. Students and adults can gather to join us to volunteer. Famine Bash Friday, March 8 5:30-9:00 p.m. at Living Hope We will join the High School Ministry to kick off their 30 Hour Famine Event. We will eat dinner, and learn about world hunger through games and activities. The 8 th graders can stay overnight for the whole famine. Bring your gym shoes! Schedule of Jr. High events at bllh.org/empower. Sr. High Youth (Grades 9-12) Horizon High School Ministry 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Living Hope This is a great time to connect with other Christian teens. There will be snacks, games, and discussion of issues looming large in our lives. We do our best to blend in solid Biblical study with real-life applications on the topics in front of us each week. Upcoming Dates: February 10, 17 30 Hour Famine March 8-9 5:30p.m at Living Hope We will grow closer to Christ and each other as we fast together for 30 hours and raise funds to fight hunger. Team challenges, videos, and discussion and the thought-provoking Poverty Simulation all add up to an unforgettable overnighter. More info at bllh.org/horizon. If you have questions regarding youth events, please email joel.hansen@mybllh.org. New Member Photos Needed for Picture Board Any recent new members at BLH (within the past year) are welcome to submit their family photo to Discipleship Elder John Dvorak via email at john.dvorak@blc.edu. Thanks for your participation! Jesus Cares Ministry at BLC This special ministry reaches out to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by having Bible classes and fellowship on the 2 nd and 4 th Thursdays of each month from 6:30 7:30 p.m. The next class is February 14. See you there! Prayer and Care Ministry Whatever your need might be, our prayer ministry stands ready to pray. Contact Diane Walters (952-233-5427 or blhpray@yahoo.com) or write your request and place it in the box at the Bloomington church. Please let us know how God answers our prayers so we can thank him. St. Croix Lutheran Academy Events Night to Shine Prom Event at St. Croix School is an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs. It will be hosted on Friday, February 8 at St. Croix Lutheran Academy. Registration is now open at StCroixLutheran.org/NTS. Registration Open for Camp Croix! There are four, one-week sessions of Bible Camp for students entering 4 th 9 th grades. Register early, because the sessions fill up quickly! Learn more and register at campcroix.org. Session Dates for 2019: July 7-13 July 21-27 July 14-20 July 28-Aug. 3 If you register by April 1, you will receive an early bird rate of $260. After April 1, the rate for camp is $285. Attend Camp Phillip in Wautoma, WI! The kind and caring staff at Camp Phillip are ready to welcome you! There are 27 different camps for various ages of students starting with Kindergarten-8 th grade. The staff undergoes intense training to insure kids have a fun, safe, and memorable camp experience, full of Christ-centered activities and solid role models. Find out about the programming at campphillip.com or by picking up a brochure in the church entry.
COLLEGE CARE PACKAGE ITEMS NEEDED Some suggestions include INDIVIDUALLY PACKAGED/WRAPPED: Microwave popcorn Snacks and candy Microwave Easy Mac Pens or pencils Instant oatmeal or instant soup Instant coffee or instant hot chocolate Please have your donations in by February 17. There is a drop box in the church entry. Addresses Needed for College Care Packages College Care Packages will be sent out in February. Parents, please share your college student s address with the church office by emailing BLC@BLLH.org or by calling 952-888-2475. Wednesday, February 13 5:30-8:30 PM / Children ages 3-11 Living Hope Lutheran Church We challenge you to have more fun than we do! We will take good care of your kids so you can have a great night out. Take some time for yourself, and come back at 8:30 PM. The children will enjoy a free dinner, and a night of good, safe fun. We need a lot of volunteers to help make this evening safe and fun for everyone. We need students 6th grade and up as well as adults to help out. Sign-up at BLLH.org/family to let us know if you can help.
Pinewood Derby Car Design Day Sunday, February 10 1-3 PM Living Hope Join us for a fun family event. Children can come with a parent or grandparent to pick up their car kit, design their car, and get their unique shape cut out. Go to BLLH.org/family to ORDER a car kit ($10) and to REGISTER for the derby. Pinewood Derby race-day will be on Sunday, March 17 at 2:00 PM Looking to help on Sundays but don t know how? Getting involved with a Love In Action (LIA) team here at church is a simple way to serve. Greet, serve donuts, and get to know others in the congregation! We can connect you with a LIA group today. Additional Love In Action coordinators and servers are needed at both BLH locations. Help just once every couple months. Please contact Discipleship Elder John Dvorak at john.dvorak@blc.edu with any questions. Tuesday, February 5 5-6:30 PM (Registration opens at 4:30 PM) Everyone is welcome to donate $20 and receive a share! There are no income or residency requirements. An online sign up outlining the shifts and volunteer needs will be sent to all registered volunteers later in the month. If you have questions, please contact carrie.orvik@yahoo.com. If you are interested in helping in any way, go to BLLH.org/rp and complete the volunteer registration form, which MUST be completed before you can volunteer. Children 12 and under are welcome to serve, one-on-one with an adult who brings them. Both the adult and the child MUST complete the volunteer registration form in advance. Ruby s Pantry is held on the first Tuesday of each month.