Today’s Prayer

Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, 'He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust. —Psalm 91:1,2 (NIV)

Heavenly Father, bring me into your presence.  I want to dwell in your shelter and rest in your shadow.  I want to stay there 24/7.  Then, even if harm came my way, I would not be afraid since your presence will overshadow any fear or concern I may have.  Become my refuge, my fortress and my Savior, my all; not just when in hard times, but always, all the time. Amen.

 

October Newsletter

Please pick up your October newsletter in the narthex.

 

Trunk or Treat Festival

Would you like to help reach out to families in our area? What if reaching out to families was as simple as serving donuts and apple cider or helping kids carve pumpkins?  Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 27 from 1:00-3:30 pm.  Many volunteers are needed to make this outreach event happen; sign up in the narthex to help out in a variety of ways.  Various donations are also needed; please see the bulletin board in the narthex. Donations of candy can be put in the bin in the narthex.

 

Mission & Ministry Sunday

We will celebrate the mission work that we do as a synod on Sunday, October 14.  Pastor Tim Dolan will serve as our guest preacher.  He is the Dean of Students at Luther Preparatory School but also serves as the chairman of the Native American Mission Administrative Committee.

 

Save the Date

Mark your calendars for Fall Clean Up work day on Saturday, October 13.  More details to come.

 

Children’s Choir

Children’s Choir is beginning rehearsals today.  We will rehearse on Sundays from 8:15-8:45 am until Sunday, October 21.  Any child who enjoys singing and can read (1st-2nd grade) through 8th grade is welcome to join us!  Contact Janeen Roska for more information.

 

Scrip Order

With some advance planning, you can raise funds for our Tuition Assistance Fund by using scrip.   Scrip is a program where you buy gift cards at face value.  A percentage of that gift card is donated to Living Water.  Those funds are added to our Tuition Assistance Fund. Order forms are available in the narthex.  Orders are due next Sunday, October 7. You can also order Scrip cards online.

 

THANK YOU FOR SERVING

TODAY
     Organist: Sue Gawrisch
     Greeters:  Duane & Ida Pfaff
     Fellowship Host: Mark & Colleen Schneider
     Ushers:  Team 1: Duane Cleven, Bob Leverenz, Ryan Moldenhauer, Art Plautz

NEXT SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7
     Greeter: Bob Leverenz
     Flowers:  Diane Kordus
     Fellowship Host:  Needed
     Cleaning: Duane & Ida Pfaff
     Ushers: Team 2: Dennis Banaszak, Steve Shantz, Noah Shantz, Wade Wollermann

 

 

 

AROUND THE WELS

 

Lutheran Volunteer Connect

Lutheran Volunteer Connect is an opportunity to match volunteers with churches.  By connecting the right gifts to the right organizations, we can witness God’s grace work through new avenues. Even though Vacation Bible School and canvassing don’t always seem glamorous, they bring the gospel to people, and there is nothing more important.   For more information, please visit www.lutheranvolunteerconnect.com or speak to Neil Hankwitz.

 

Keeping Pastor Brug in Prayer

The Shoreland Lutheran HS family is keeping Pastor Paul Brug and his family in prayer.  Pastor Brug was recently diagnosed with a malignant, fast growing brain tumer.  After a successful surgery, he has begun his chemo and radiation therapy. Pastor Brug started a blog, and you can follow it at http://nothingcanseparate.com/.  

 

Luther Prep Presents

Romeo and Juliet TOGETHER (and alive!) AT LAST
A comedy sure to please all! Saturday October 20, 7pm and  Sunday, October 21, 2:30pm; Luther Prep Auditorium 1300 Western Ave Watertown, WI.  Seats are $6 general admission-no RSVP (free ages 6 and under).  Saturday also has a dining option at 5:30pm. Must RSVP by Oct 5 online: lps.wels.net/page/performing-arts/ fall-play or by calling Sue at 920-262-8104.

 

Workplace Contributions to WLCFS

Did you know you may be able to help grow the ministries of Wisconsin Lutheran Child & Family Service through your workplace? The 2018-2019 charitable workplace giving programs begin this month. Many communities and corporations have a donor choice program in which you may designate a qualified 501(c) (3) agency to receive your donation. WLCFS qualified in these programs as a 501(c)(3) non-profit social service agency. If you have questions about your participation in such a program, check your employer’s guidelines, or call Jeff at WLCFS at 888.685.9522 or e-mail info@wlcfs.org for more information.