Easter Flowers 2023
Now through March 22
Join us in beautifying the sanctuary for Easter Sunday this year! There are a variety of flowers to choose…pick your favorite or try something new! You may keep your arrangement and take it home after the 11am service on Easter, or you can leave it at church to be delivered to and enjoyed by one of our homebound members.
Lutheran Confirmation Course for Adults
March 13 – May 8, 2023 / Mondays 6:00-7:30pm
This 8-week course invites adult learners into a relaxed, collegial setting where you will be introduced to the central teachings of Scripture as expressed by the Lutheran confession of faith. This discussion-based course has as its goal a closer walk with Christ and a confident understanding of faith.
Middle School Trip Fundraiser
March 1 – March 28, 2023
In partnership with Our Redeemer BBQ, the 6th, 7th and 8th grade students are raising money for the April 17-19, 2023 Creation Museum and Ark Encounter school trip.
Order individual or family meals featuring tasty barbecue and all the sides. Profits from each order will go to support the trip cost. Place your order by Tuesday March 28 for HOT FOOD pick up on Sunday, April 2 between 10AM-12PM or refrigerated, prepackaged meals on Monday, April 3.
ENCOMPASS Education Event – “Building a Generous Business”
Thursday – March 30th | 8:00am-9:00am
“Your business is the most impactful tool you have to share Christi’s love with your employees, your customers, and your community. In this presentation you’ll learn about ways to build a culture of generosity, how to identify where God is calling you to give, and the most efficient ways to be charitable with your business.”
Join Ryan Klund of the National Christian Foundation to learn how generous businesses can be built. What are the earmarks and commonalities of such businesses? Join us to learn more!
2023 Family Seder Meal
Wednesday – April 5th | 6:00pm-9:00pm
The Seder meal was celebrated during Passover by Jews to remember the Exodus and how God led them into the Promised Land.
Jesus shared this meal with His disciples the night He was betrayed and handed over to be crucified. Christians have celebrated this meal to remember how Jesus served as our Paschal lamb, the perfect sacrifice, given to rescue us from captivity and deliver us into the freedom of life with God for eternity. Please join us to share in this rich and storied meal as we remember and once again tell the story of God’s faithfulness. This is a family friendly event – young families are also encouraged to attend.
Easter Processional
April 9, 2023
We gather at Easter as a body of believers to celebrate Christ’s resurrection and death’s defeat. As part of our joyful celebration, this year’s Easter worship will include a special procession. We are looking for students, age 3 through 5th grade, to help with the Easter procession for the 9 and 11AM worship services. Students will carry and wave lightweight poles with flags up the main aisle of the sanctuary as part of opening worship. Rehearsal is scheduled for Saturday, April 8, 10-10:45AM
ENCOMPASS After Hours April Event
Thursday – April 13th | 4:30pm-6:00pm
ENCOMPASS Christian Business Network is excited to gather Christian business professionals to share faith and life. Join us as we navigate the business world and support one another to represent Christ in our 24/7 opportunities to interact with others!
Door open at Lemberg Electric at 4:15 for networking, refreshments and opportunities to greet new attendees.
PLEASE INVITE A FRIEND or BUSINESS ASSOCIATE and register them to attend with you. That’s how we grow!
2023 Women’s Day Retreat
Saturday – May 6
“Pray Continually.”
Local author and Christian speaker Margo Fieseler will lead us on a journey to explore what God’s Word says about prayer and our personal relationship with Him. During our time you will be guided through a time of personal reflection and prayer.
Join us on Saturday, May 6 for a refreshing day to come together with other women in fellowship, worship, and prayer.
GriefShare
Saturdays 9:30-11:30AM – Cafeteria
Ministering to those mourning the loss of a loved one, meetings focus on stand-alone topics, inviting you to join at any time. GriefShare also offers one-session workshops throughout the year, including Loss of a Spouse and Surviving the Holidays. Visit griefshare.org to register for an upcoming class or workshop.
Confirmation Class
Sundays| 10:15AM
Confirmation is a faith formation program for all 7th and 8th grade youth. It prepares them to confidently live their faith out loud. With the support of their congregation, parents, and peers, each youth will experience life in the Body of Believers.
“Stellar” VBS
June 12-16
Stellar launches kids on a cosmic quest where they’ll have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. They will rocket on an out-of-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith building fun. Students, age 3 – grade 5 are invited to join us for a week of fun, fellowship, music, and lots of Jesus. We also invite students entering grades 6-8 to sign up as junior crew leaders, and high school students and adults to help with stations.
Vacation Bible School is an incredible week of Jesus-filled moments for kids. A group of dedicated volunteers is needed to make this week happen. There are a wide variety of roles, allowing each volunteer to utilize the unique gifts and talents God has given.
All Pro Dads
Monthly Wednesdays – 7:00-8:15am
All Pro Dad is a national organization whose mission is to help dads engage more with their children, and love and lead their family well. Our All Pro Dad chapter meets on the first Wednesday of each month, September through May. These breakfasts are a great way for fathers and kids to gather together, participate in an engaging presentation/discussion, and spend an hour of quality time celebrating the father-child relationship.
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
Tuesdays / September – May
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a group of moms who gather to encourage and support one another through all the moments of motherhood. Being a mom is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We gather to provide fellowship, support, and encouragement for one another. Join us on Tuesday mornings, September through May, to meet other moms and make new friendships as we walk through life together.
D.I.G. Sunday School!
Sundays| 9:00AM
Join us every Sunday beginning September 13th as we “DIG into Discipleship”. Students begin in worship with their family, are dismissed to D.I.G. following the Children’s Message, and return to their family before the end of the service. For more info click the registration button…registration is required!