Peace Lutheran Church, March 7, 2010

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HOLY COMMUNION is served continuously.  Please follow the directions of the ushers.  All who are baptized and believe in the crucified and risen Lord Jesus Christ are welcome to receive.  The center ring of glasses is grape juice.  Children not receiving communion are encouraged to come forward for a blessing.

BLUE VISITOR/INFO CARDS - are available from the ushers.  They are for visitors who would like information about our church or members who would like to communicate with the office or pastor.

CALENDAR:  02/28/10 – 03/07/10

Sunday, March 7 - 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9:15 a.m. SS and Adult Bible Study; 11:30 a.m. Logos Team; 11:30 a.m. Hall and Kitchen in Use

Monday, March 8 – 6:30 p.m. Deacons

Tuesday, March 9 – 1:30 p.m. Faith-Patience Circle

Wednesday, March 10 –LOGOS; 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Soup Supper; 6:00 p.m. Celebration Singers; 6:45 p.m. Lenten Worship

Thursday, March 11 – 1:30 p.m. Joy Circle

Sunday, March 14 – 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Bible Study; One Step at Trinity in Boyceville; 3:35 p.m. Youth on Fire Progressive Dinner w/area churches 

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ASSISTANTS FOR THE WEEK OF SUNDAY, MARCH 7

8:00 a.m. - Greeting: Weiske Family.  Acolytes: Tyler & Bradley Knutson. Comm. Assts: Diane & Gary Timm; Barb Larson.  Lector: Lisa Knutson.  Ushers: Eric Kusilek & Gavin Emmert. Tape Ministry: Dee Campbell.

10:30 a.m. - Greeting: Dijkstra Family.  Acolytes: Brandon Serier & Jake Humphrey.  Comm. Assts: Joy Grognet; Starr White; Heather Serier. Lector: Tonya Bennis. Ushers: Stan Hanson & Tom Mosing.

6:45 p.m., Wednesday:  Acolytes:  Heather McGee & Kaylynn Serier.  Greeting:  Ed & Louise Miller.  Ushers:  Lisa & Tyler Knutson.

ASSISTANTS FOR THE WEEK OF SUNDAY, MARCH 14

8:00 a.m. - Greeting: Ashlin Family.  Acolytes: Lauren Russell & Courtney Smith.  Comm. Assts: Jane Erickson; Howard Baillargeon; ???. Lector: Sharon Hauschild. Ushers: Jeff Schulke & Jim Hauschild.  10:30 a.m. - Greeting: Driscoll Family.  Acolytes: Mara Hanson & Laurel Carlson.  Comm. Assts: Bonnie Braymen; Robert Rust; ???.  Lector: ???. Ushers: ???.  Tape Ministry: Stan & Carolyn Hanson.

6:45 p.m., Wednesday:  Acolytes:  Ezra & Emma Ostlie.  Greeting: Muellers.  Ushers: Shane Grinley & Leann Huston.

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~ Please note - people are removed from the prayer list after three months if no update is received. ~

PLEASE PRAY FOR:  Vanessa Achterhof, Hunter Campbell*, Jarvis Campbell, Scott Campbell*, Timothy Driscoll*, Hazel Eliason, Corey Felton*, Wayne Fields, Jill Germain, Marlene Goossens, Ronald & Shirley Goossens, Susan Irek, Gert Kersten, Derrick Nix*, Dave Omann, Kim Paul, Louise St. Germain, and Ryan Westforth.*  (* Service members).

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WE WELCOME Courtney Ann Snegosky into the Lord’s family through Holy Baptism.  Courtney is the daughter of Megan and Adam Snegosky.  Her sponsors are Nick Hetfeld and Christina Peterson.

BULLETIN SPONSOR Sometimes in life the real heroes don’t wear badges - they are the ones who take five minutes out of their lives to stop and help the ones in need.  Thank you to the O’Connells from the Seriers.

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LOGOS FUNDRAISER - Handcrafted frames for sale through March 10.  Order forms and samples are on the table by the Scrip info.  If you have questions, contact Jennica Driscoll at 715-441-1539.

DURING THE SEASON OF LENT - Soup suppers run from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. each Wednesday, and worship is at 6:45 p.m.  There are sign-up sheets in the entry and lots of ways to help, so please take some time to see what you can do, and then come and join us for this time of food and fellowship each week.

*** Board assigned to help this week:  Trustees.  Board assigned to help next week: Church Council ***

NEW MEMBER CLASSES – If you or someone you know is interested in joining Peace, we are having new member classes starting TODAY between services (9:30) and continuing on the 14^th and 21^st.  New members will be welcomed on Palm Sunday, March 28, at both services. Come and see what it means to be a member of Peace!  If you are not able to be here for one of the Sundays, please come for the others.

SCRIP ORDERS - The deadline for ordering Scrip this month is TODAY.  Your order will be ready for pick up next Sunday, March 14^th.  Simply complete your order form (blank forms at the Scrip station in the narthex) and place it in an envelope along with your cash or check.  Place envelope in the wooden Scrip box located in the middle office.  Thank you.  If you have any questions at all regarding the Scrip program and how easy it is to use, please contact either Nancy Rowe (715-688-2709) or Sharon Hauschild (715-426-3501).  Thank you!

EASTER LILIES - You are invited to assist with decorating our church for Easter Sunday, April 4^th.  You may remember or honor a family member, friend, or special occasion.  You may purchase Easter Lilies for $9.00 per plant. The plants will be displayed as living memorials at our Easter Sunday services.  You may take them home after the 10:30 a.m. Easter Sunday worship.  Forms can be found in the newsletter, at the usher stand, and in the office.  You may also call in your order to 684-2770 or email it to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

DATE CORRECTION – The date of Dennis Rud’s funeral was incorrectly listed in the newsletter as February 4, 2010.  The correct date is February 5, 2010.  We apologize for the error.

LENT SOUP LUNCHES FOR BIRCHWOOD APARMENT - Peace provides Lenten soup lunches for residents of Birchwood Apts.  We are looking for people to provide homemade bread, soup, or bars and/or also come to serve and visit with the residents from about 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.  If you are interested, please contact Sharon Hauschild at 715-426-3501 or just meet us there.  There is a sign-up sheet in the church entry. 

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I do not at all understand the mystery of grace -- only that it meets us where we are

but does not leave us where it found us.  - Anne Lamott, from her book, Traveling Mercies

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SISTER: There Goes My Heart - Music to help you build confidence, affirm intuition and fuel up your life! In concert at BW Performing Arts Center on Friday, April 30^th at 7:00 p.m. Use your brightest glitter pen and save the date! Tickets are available online at www.sisterproductions.com or by calling 952-200-1948. Tickets go on sale March 1^st. This would make a great Mother's Day gift for all the special women in your life!! (2/21)

INTERFAITH VOLUNTEERS - needed.  To volunteer contact Nancy at 715-381-4360 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   Volunteers determine their own schedule and receive orientation before beginning.  (3/7)

PANCAKE BREAKFAST - The Blackhawk Traveling Basketball Program (5th - 8th grade boys and girls) is having a Pancake Breakfast, Silent Auction, and Bake Sale fundraiser March 14th, from 8-12:30pm at the Baldwin American Legion.