Redeemer Lutheran Church Week of 2-7-2010 Weekly Announcements and Highlights Special Prayer Opportunities: Health Concerns: Dick Rengstorf, Sharron Smith, Reuben Marzolf, Marlene Jacobson, Don Knick, and Barb Rohland. Rejoice: With the Boy Scouts as they celebrate their 100th anniversary on February 8. Courage: For those helping with the disaster in Haiti. Grieving: For the family of Charles Pralle, father of Diana Kling, who passed away this last week. PRAYER CHAIN Prayer is a powerful gift that is always available for us to use. If you have a prayer request, call June Hovland (288-7579) or Kitty Harders (289-4991) who will activate the chain. Anyone interested in becoming a part of this prayer ministry, please contact June or Kitty. E-MAIL PRAYER CHAIN - To request a prayer or to join the chain, send an email to Lori Hameister at littlebitmoo@hughes.net. PRAYER CARDS - Take a look in your pew rack and you ll see our prayer cards! These cards will be collected by one of the pastors during the offering time. FEBRUARY LUTHERAN WITNESS is now available in the narthex. SUPER BOWL SUBS - We do have a few extra subs. If you wish to purchase one or more, see one of the youth over by the nursery. Only $5.00 each for a delicious, foot-long sub. B.R.I.G.H.T. NIGHT STARTS AGAIN FEBRUARY 17 This session is a hands-on adventure with Betty Brand. Betty and her helpers will take the kids on adventures with the animals from the Bible. Find out how God uses camels, donkeys, fish and more in the Bible! There will be crafts, games, food, and Bible time. Don t miss out! Sign up on the counter in the Narthex and please do not be afraid to bring a friend or two! This session of B.R.I.G.H.T. Night is for kids in 1st through 6th grade and will take place for six Wednesday nights starting February 17. B.R.I.G.H.T. Night runs from 7-8 pm. FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY will meet this Sunday, February 7, 2010, from 3 5 pm in the North Fellowship Hall (a larger room was needed). If you would still like to check us out, please be our guest for one free class. Invite a friend! We are excited about this opportunity at Redeemer and welcome all to join us! 1 Week of 2-07-2010
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES - Sundays at 9:20 am The Way We Worship - Pastor Heining leads this class in the South Fellowship Hall. Every Man s Battle - Pastor Settle will lead this study in the North Fellowship Hall. Is This The Time? - Please join Dave Wood in the Choir Room. Dead Sea Scrolls -Discovered in the desert in 1947, these scrolls include the oldest copies of books of the Bible, dating to before the time of Christ. Starting Sunday, Pastor Heining and February 14 those in this class will consider the impact these old writings have had upon Christianity. Some may wish to participate in a trip to see the scrolls, which will be on display at the Science Museum in St. Paul this Spring. Gospel of Matthew - Join Pastor Settle as he will look at the very unique message that St. Matthew has to give to Christians today, and the unique perspective he gives us on our Savior. Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage - For those that missed the workshop last spring or those that need a refresher join us for a hilariously practical look at marriage and how to make yours stronger. This class will combine video clips from Mark Gungor and group discussion. You will laugh out loud and learn at the same time! MINNESOTA TO UGANDA YOU CAN HELP Thanks for those who have been bringing in donations. Details can be found at the display in the narthex. Lent begins with Ash Wednesday, February 17. For many years, Christians have used those forty days before Easter as a time to reflect upon their lives and to consider what our Lord has done for us. Our Lenten theme this year is The Sign of Jonah. Services will be each Wednesday at 4:15 pm and 7 pm. Holy communion and the imposition of ashes will be offered on Ash Wednesday. We are thankful for the several groups which will be serving supper each week from 5:00-6:30 pm. Any profits from this free-will offering will help to defray Pastor Settle s seminary expenses. Five out of six are covered, but we need a group for February 24. If your group might be willing to serve in this way, please contact the office as soon as possible. 2 Week of 2-07-2010
V ALENTINE S DAY DINNER - Have you bought your ticket yet? Only $25 per couple. Tickets are being sold by the nursery. Babysitting available Sunday Music Souvenir Valentine s Day Dinner Prepared & 5:30-7:30 Menu Salad & Bread Chicken Fettucini Alfredo or Fettucini Maninara and the Ultimate Valentine Dessert & Candy Bar Boy Scout Sunday This Sunday is Boy Scout Sunday! On February 8 th, 100 years ago, Scouting began. Since then thousands of young people have benefitted from this organization that promotes service, integrity, duty and reverence. This Sunday the Boy Scouts will be included in our prayers and some of the scouts in our congregation will be wearing their uniforms. Please give them words of encouragement! OUR RESPONSE TO GOD LAST WEEK: Weekend Worship Attendance: 573(141+179+253) Guests: 57 Sunday School / Bible Classes 212 (86+126) NEXT WEEKEND S READINGS Deuteronomy 34:1-12, Hebrews 3:1-6, and Luke 9:28-36 Theme: An Answer to Prayer THE FRIENDSHIP TREE -Sponsored by RLCW, the month of February is our annual ingathering of baby items for local charities. Items needed are sleepers, night -gowns, daytime wear, disposable diapers, receiving blankets, crib size quilts, blankets and sheets, onesies, socks, baby wipes, small baby toys, etc. Items in good and clean condition are welcomed also. Please remove a heart from the Friendship Tree, purchase the item, and place in the collection box near the tree. The baby items will be distributed to three charity organizations: The Lower Room - Margie Scruggs, Red Cross, and New Life Family Services. DPM, APRIL BECKMAN will be out of the office Thursday and Friday. She will be attending the MN Music Educators conference. 3 Week of 2-07-2010
PLAQUE: WHAT IS IT? Plaque is made up of invisible masses of harmful germs that live in the mouth and stick to the teeth. Some types of plaque cause tooth decay. Other types of plaque cause gum disease. Red, puffy or bleeding gums can be the first signs of gum disease. If gum disease is not treated, the tissues holding the teeth in place are destroyed and the teeth are eventually lost. Ways to control the buildup of plaque: Use dental floss to remove germs and food particles between teeth. Rinse. Brush teeth using any tooth brushing method that is comfortable, but do not scrub hard back and forth. Small circular motions and short back and forth motions work well. Rinse. Brush the tongue for a fresh feeling. Rinse again! Remember: Food residues, especially sweets, provide nutrients for the germs that cause tooth decay, as well as those that cause gum disease. That s why it is important to remove all food residues, as well as plaque, from teeth. Remove plaque at least once a day twice a day is better! If you brush and floss only once a day, do it before going to bed. (NIH - Oral Health Information) If you have questions about any of these events contact: Michael Harvey (319-4929) daharveys@msn.com or Lynora Miller (288-7219) millertwins2@charter.net UPCOMING Youth Events! February 14 Valentines Dinner This is a new and exciting youth service/fundraising event. There will be A LOT to do to get ready and make this happen. We need your help so clear the calendar and pitch in! Post cards will tell you what to bring. February 16 - Pizza Ranch Fund Raiser - Another night to serve pizza, clean off tables and earn some money for the trips we plan to go on. February 21 SHOUT! Shout! is moved back a week due to Valentine s Day but, oh yeah, we are going to have a Valentine s Shout! that you will not want to miss! February 26 Lock-IN! You guys have been doing a lot of work; kick back and enjoy a night of fun! Sign up will be up soon! 4 Week of 2-07-2010
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Super Bowl Sub Making - 10 am HOLY COMMUNION - 5:30 pm SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 HOLY COMMUNION - 8 and 10:40 am Blood Pressures - 9 am Adult Bible Class - 9:20 am Sunday School - 9:20 am Lutherans for Life - 7 pm Financial Peace - NFH - 3 pm MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Quilters - NFH - 9 am ChristCare Leadership Training - Upper Rm - 6:30 pm THIS WEEK AT REDEEMER February 6 through February 14, 2010 Youth Chimes (7-12) - Sanctuary - 5:47 pm Alleluia Singers (2-6) - Rm L-2-6 pm Cherub Choir (4-yrs -1 gr.) - Rm 100-6:05 pm Confirmation - 6:10 pm Angelic Chimes (2-6) - Sanctuary - 6:30 pm Sounds of Praise - Choir Rm - 7 pm 20 s Women Bible Study - 7 pm Rebecca Circle - FH - 7:30 pm Celebrating God s Grace - Rm 102-7:35 pm Celebration Practice - 8 pm THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Mission 2012-6:05 am Sarah Circle - FH - 9 am Circuit Conference - 9 am Financial Peace - NFH - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Men s Bible Study - Rm 102-9 am Ladies Bible Study - NFH - 9 am RLCW Executive Board - FH - 10:30 am Faithfully Fit Forever - NFH - 10:30 am Board of Trustees - 6:30 pm Stewardship Committee - 6:45 pm Youth Board - Youth Room - 7 pm Board of Education - 7 pm Church Council - Rm 102-8 pm WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Youth Choir - (7-12) - Chapel - 5:30 pm FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Library Committee - Library - 9:30 am SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 WORSHIP - 5:30 pm SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 WORSHIP - 8 and 10:40 am Blood Pressures - 9 am Adult Bible Class - 9:20 am Sunday School - 9:20 am Valentine s Dinner - 5:30 pm Sharing Their Talents Today Message... Pastor Rance Settle Liturgist... Pastor Jim Heining Organist... April Beckman Children s Message... Michael Harvey Elders 5:30 pm... Dean Jensen 8:00 am... Jeff Schoppers 10:40 am... Scott Brandt Lectors 5:30 pm... Lori Rehnelt 8:00 am... Marcia Cochran 10:40 am... Shari Kmett Blood Pressures... Kathy Zarling Acolytes 8:00 am... Libby Batterson / Carly Wilde 10:40 am...jonathan Dicke / Darin Horstmann Greeters 5:30 pm... Lyle and Kathy Voight 8:00 am... Bruce and Jan Ludwig, Thomas and Dory Moore, Dean and Mary Henkel 10:40 am... Caroline Ferdig, Krisanne Nelson, and Lorraine Fahrman Altar Guild... Angela Hanson, Ruth Vrieze, Susan Kuehn, Connie Harnack (Sat.), and Karen Dee Usher Coordinator...Roger Toomey Saturday, 5:30 pm... Dale Hass and Bob Sim Sunday, 8:00 am Jay Kurtz, Leon Larson, Dave Zarline, Dean Jensen, Michael Bosshart Sunday, 10:40 am....marv Reinecke, Mark Fister, Gordon Hinsch, Sam Hinsch, Samantha Carlson 5 Week of 2-07-2010