The Visitor

September 26-October 3

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Reconciliation Offering will be received September 26 and October 3.

Jenn’s Welcome Home Party Sunday, September 26, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Chanhassen Rec. Center, 2310 Coulter Blvd. in Chanhassen. Please bring a dish to share if you can.

Bell Choir Wednesday, September 29, 6:45 p.m.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday, September 29, 6:45 p.m. LHCC offers a place of sanctuary for prayer and quiet meditation.

Circle of Prayer Wednesday, September 29, 7:45 p.m. Join us for fellowship, special and sacred readings and prayers.

Lectionary Group Thursday, September 30, 7:45 a.m. Light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

We are collecting gently used coats now and through October for Minnesota Council of Churches Refugee Services to give to newly arrived refugees. We especially need smaller adult sizes and coats for children. We also accept hats, mittens, and scarves in all sizes. Bring them to the collection bin in the hall.

September 12-19

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Kickoff Sunday Potluck - Immediately after worship Sunday, September 12, we will have a short coffee fellowship, followed by a kickoff event "I've Got a Parable for That." Potluck lunch will begin at about 11:45 - Please come and share the meal.

Finance Meeting Monday, September 13, 7:30 p.m. at Don Wray’s.

Bell Choir Wednesday, September 15 6:45 p.m. You are welcome to join!

Open Sanctuary Wednesday, September 15 6:45 p.m. LHCC offers a place of sanctuary for prayer and quiet meditation.

Circle of Prayer and Card Writing Wednesday, September 15 7:45 p.m. Join us as we deepen our lives spiritually through fellowship, sharing special and sacred readings and prayers.

Lectionary Group Thursday, September 16, 7:45 a.m. Light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

2010-08-26T10:59:00.000-07:00

The September LHCC Visitor will be coming out a bit late this month, but here are a few important dates you might want to know about as the new season arrives:

Kickoff Sunday will be September 12. We will have a potluck following worship that day, so please sign up to bring food on the bulletin board by the kitchenette, or email to howard@lakeharriet.cc.

Circle of Prayer and Open Sanctuary will resume the regular weekly schedule starting Wednesday, September 15. That means the 15th will be card writing day.

Other events coming up include:

Women’s Book Group Tuesday, August 31, 7:30 p.m. at Linda Smith’s.

Lectionary Group Thursday, September 2, 7:45 a.m.

Finance Meeting Monday, September 13, 7:30 p.m. at Don Wray’s.

Aug 22-29

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Live Oaks August Outing Sunday, Aug 22, 2 p.m. “City of Angels” at the Bloomington Civic Theater.

Newsletter articles due Tuesday, August 24.

LHCC Council of Ministry Tuesday, August 24,
6:45 p.m. in the Adult Sunday School room. Anyone interested in planning and coordinating any of the various ministries of the church is encouraged to come to this meeting. Dessert will be provided.

Lectionary Group Thursday, August 26, 7:45 a.m. Light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

School for Congregational Learning Saturday,
August 28, at West Des Moines Christian Church.

LOOKING AHEAD
Women’s Book Group Tuesday, August 31, 7:30 p.m. at Linda Smith’s. Movie night!

Circle of Prayer will resume its regular weekly schedule starting Wednesday, August 8.

July 18-25

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Newsletter articles due Tuesday, July 20.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday, July 21, 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday, July 21, 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Communion Vespers Wednesday, July 21, 7:45 p.m. Join us in the minister’s office for fellowship and prayer.

Lectionary Group Thursday, July 22, 7:45 a.m.

June 7-13

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Finance Meeting Monday, June 7, 7:30 p.m., at Don Wray’s.

Lectionary Group Tuesday, June 8, 7:45 a.m.

Board Meeting Tuesday, June 8, 6:45 p.m.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday, June 9, 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday, June 9, 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Card Writing Wednesday, June 9, 7:45 p.m. Join us in the minister’s office for fellowship and prayer.

TRUST Car Wash Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran, 4100 Lyndale, and Lutheran Church of Christ the Redeemer, 5440 Penn Ave S.

LOOKING AHEAD
Live Oaks Meeting Sunday, June 13, 11:30 a.m.

Child Care Board Meeting Tuesday, June 15, 5:45 p.m.

June 1-6

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Lectionary Group Tuesday, June 1, 7:45 a.m. Light breakfast and discussion based on weekly scriptures.

No Bell Choir, Open Sanctuary, and Circle of Prayer this week. During the summer, we will be having those Wednesday night activities every other week.

Live Oaks Outing Thursday, June 3, 12:30 p.m. Lunch and History of Pioneer and Soldiers’ Cemetery, with Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. Talk to Lorna if you want to attend.

TRUST Car Wash Saturday, June 5 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran, 4100 Lyndale; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Christ the Redeemer, 5440 Penn Ave S.

Graduation Recognition Sunday, June 6.

LOOKING AHEAD
Finance Meeting Monday, June 7, 7:30 p.m., at Don Wray’s.

Board Meeting Tuesday, June 8, 6:45 p.m.

May 24-31

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Lectionary Group Tuesday, May 25, 7:45 a.m. Light breakfast and discussion based on weekly scriptures.

Women’s Book Group cancelled this week.

Bell Choir End of Year Dinner Wednesday 6:30 p.m. at P.F.Chang's.

Java and Jam Saturday, May 29, 7:30 p.m. at the church.

LOOKING AHEAD
Live Oaks Outing Thursday, June 3, 12:30 p.m. Lunch and History of Pioneer and Soldiers’ Cemetery, with Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. Talk to Lorna if you want to attend.

TRUST Car Wash Saturday, June 5 and Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Bethlehem Lutheran, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lutheran Church of the Redeemer.

Graduation Recognition Sunday, June 6.

May 10-16

2010-05-10T10:45:00.000-07:00

Finance Meeting Monday 5/10 – 7:30 p.m. at Don Wray’s

Lectionary Group Tuesday 5/11 - 7:45 a.m. Light breakfast and discussion based on weekly scriptures.

Board Meeting Tuesday 5/11 - 6:45 p.m.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 5/12 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 5/12 - 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Hymn-sing Wednesday 5/12 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

LHCC Annual Meeting will be on Sunday, May 16, following worship. The purpose of the meeting is to elect the Trustee and board officers for the new church year beginning on July 1, 2010, and to approve the budget. We encourage all members and friends to participate in this important dialogue.

May 3-9

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 5/4 - 7:45 a.m. Light breakfast and discussion based on weekly scriptures.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 5/5 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 5/5 - 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Card Writing Wednesday 5/5 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

TRUST Plant Sale/Swap Saturday 5/8 - 8 a.m.-noon at Bethlehem Lutheran.

CWF Meeting Saturday 5/8 -10 a.m. at Mary Bensman’s.

LOOKING AHEAD
Live Oaks Outing to “The King and I” Sunday, May 9. Lunch at Denny’s after worship, 2 p.m. show at Bloomington Civic Theater.

LHCC Annual Meeting will be on Sunday, May 16, following worship.

April 26 - May 2

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 4/27 - 7:45 a.m.

Women’s Book Group Tuesday 4/27 – 7:30 p.m. at Linda Smith’s. Discussing Joni by Joni Eareckson

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 4/28 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday.4/28 - 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer Wednesday 4/28 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

Dining Out for Life Thursday 4/29. Sign up on the board by the kitchenette, for more information talk to Milt Floyd.

LOOKING AHEAD
Live Oaks Outing to “The King and I” Sunday, May 9. Lunch at Denny’s after worship, 2 p.m. show at Bloomington Civic Theater.

LHCC Annual Meeting will be on Sunday, May 16, following worship.

April 19-25

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 4/20 - 7:45 a.m.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 4/21 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday.4/21 - 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Communion Vespers
Wednesday 4/21 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

Child Care Spring Program Thursday 4/22.

LOOKING AHEAD
Live Oaks Outing to “The King and I” Sunday, May 9. Lunch at Denny's before the 2 p.m. show at Bloomington Civic Theater.

Dining Out for Life Thursday, April 29. Sign up on the board by the kitchenette, for more information talk to Milt Floyd.

LHCC Annual Meeting will be on Sunday, May 16, following worship.

April 12-18

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Finance Meeting Monday 4/12 – 7:30 p.m. at Don Wray’s.

Lectionary Group Tuesday 4/13 - 7:45 a.m.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 4/14 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday.4/14 - 5:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Hymn-sing Wednesday 4/14 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

Child Care Board Meeting Thursday 4/15 – 5:45 p.m.

LOOKING AHEAD
Child Care Spring Program Thursday 4/22.

Live Oaks April Outing Sunday, April 25, 2 p.m. “The King and I” at Bloomington Civic Theater.

Dining Out for Life Thursday, April 29. Sign up on the board by the kitchenette, for more information talk to Milt Floyd.

April 5-11

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 4/6- 7:45 a.m.

No Bell Choir Wednesday.

Circle of Prayer/Card Writing Wednesday 4/7 – 6:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

CWF Meeting Saturday 4/10 – 10 a.m. at Barb Rhea’s.

LOOKING AHEAD
Wedding Celebration for Betsy Wray and Gary Hittle
Sunday, April 11, after worship service.

Joyce Food-shelf Fundraiser Sunday, April 11,
4-7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church

Live Oaks April Outing Sunday, April 25, 2 p.m. “The King and I” at Bloomington Civic Theater.

Dining Out for Life Thursday, April 29. Sign up on the board by the kitchenette, check with Milt Floyd about destination and other information.

March 29-April 4

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 3/30- 7:45 a.m.

No Open Sanctuary or Prayer Circle this Wednesday

Bell Choir Wednesday 3/31- 6:45 p.m.

Maundy Thursday Service Thursday 4/1 Light supper begins at 6:30 p.m., service at 7 p.m.

Good Friday Prayer Vigil Friday 4/2 - 6 a.m-6 p.m. Sign up for a time on the board by the kitchenette.

LOOKING AHEAD
Easter Breakfast Sunday, April 4, 9 a.m. Sign up on the bulletin board by the kitchenette to bring food to share.

Easter Service ‘Walking a Resurrection Way of Life with Jesus” Sunday, April 4, 10 a.m.

Wedding Celebration for Betsy Wray and Gary Hittle
Sunday, April 11, after worship service.

Dining Out for Life Thursday, April 29. Sign up on the board by the kitchenette, check with Milt Floyd about destination and other information.

March 22-28

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 3/23- 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 3/24 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 3/24- 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer Wednesday 3/24 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

LOOKING AHEAD
Easter Special Offering will be received on Palm Sunday 3/28 and Easter Sunday 4/4

Palm Sunday Service “A Joyous Parade Came First” Sunday, March 28, 10 p.m.

Maundy Thursday Service Thursday, April 1. Light supper begins at 6:30 p.m., service at 7 p.m.

Good Friday Prayer Vigil Friday, April 2, 6 a.m-6 p.m. Sign up for a time on the board by the kitchenette.

Easter Breakfast Sunday, April 4, 9 p.m. Sign up on the bulletin board by the kitchenette to bring food to share.

Live Oaks April Outing Sunday, April 25, 2 p.m. “The King and I” at Bloomington Civic Theater.

Easter Service ‘Walking a Resurrection Way of Life with Jesus” Sunday, April 4, 10 p.m.

March 15-21

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 3/16- 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 3/17 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 3/17- 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Communion Vespers Wednesday 3/17 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

Newsletter Articles Due Thursday 3/18. We hope to get the April edition out a bit early.

LOOKING AHEAD
Bowling for Beans Sunday, March 21, 12:30 p.m.
Sign up on the board or contact Paul Rottschaefer.

Maundy Thursday Service Thursday, April 1. Light supper begins at 6:30 p.m., service at 7 p.m.

Good Friday Prayer Vigil Friday, April 2, 6 a.m-6 p.m. Sign up for a time on the board by the kitchenette.

Easter Breakfast Sunday, April 4, 9 p.m. Sign up on the bulletin board by the kitchenette to bring food to share.

April 8-14

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Finance Meeting Monday 3/8 - 7:30 p.m. at Don Wray’s.

Lectionary Group Tuesday 3/9- 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Board Meeting Tuesday 3/9 – 6:45 p.m.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 3/10 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 3/10- 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Hymn-sing Wednesday 3/10 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for fellowship and prayer.

Live Oaks Dinner and Concert Thursday 3/11.
5 p.m. dinner at Perkins’ (494 & France), 7 p.m. Concert Band at Normandale College.

LOOKING AHEAD
Live Oaks Meeting Sunday, March 14, 12:30 p.m.

Caritas Concert for TRUST Parish Nursing Sunday, March 14. 4 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran.

Bowling for Beans Sunday, March 21, 12:30 p.m.
Sign up on the board or contact Paul Rottschaefer.

Maundy Thursday Service Thursday, April 1. Light supper begins at 6:30 p.m., service at 7 p.m.

Good Friday Prayer Vigil Friday, April 2, 6 a.m-6 p.m. Sign up for a time on the board by the kitchenette.

Easter Breakfast Sunday, April 4, 9 p.m. Sign up on the bulletin board by the kitchenette to bring food to share.

Week of March 1-7

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 3/2- 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 3/3 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 3/3- 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Card writing Wednesday 3/3 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary to share fellowship, devotions and prayer.

LOOKING AHEAD
Finance Meeting Monday 3/8 - 7:30 p.m.
at Don Wray’s.

Board Meeting Tuesday 3/9 – 6:45 p.m.

Live Oaks Dinner and Concert Thursday, March 11.
5 p.m. dinner at Perkins’ (494 & France), 7 p.m. Concert Band at Normandale College.

Maundy Thursday Service Thursday, April 1. Light supper begins at 6:30 p.m., service at 7 p.m.

Good Friday Vigil Friday, April 2, 6 a.m-6 p.m. Sign up for a time on the board by the kitchenette or call office, 612-926-2592.

Easter Breakfast Sunday, April 4, 9 p.m. Sign up on the bulletin board by the kitchenette to bring food to share, or call office 612-926-2592.

Week of February 22-28

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Cooperative Adult Ministries (CoAm) Lunch & Game Day Monday 2/22 - Noon to 1:30 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church.See TRUST bulletin board for info.

Lectionary Group Tuesday 2/23- 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Women’s Book Group Tuesday 2/23 - 7:30 p.m. at Linda Smith’s.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 2/24 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 2/24- 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Communion Vespers Wednesday 2/24 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary to share fellowship, devotions and prayer.
Disciple-Ship All-Church Planning Meeting Saturday2/27 – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please sign up on the list by the kitchenette.

LOOKING AHEAD
Live Oaks Dinner and Concert Thursday, March 11. 5 p.m. dinner at Perkins’ (494 & France), 7 p.m. Concert Band at Normandale College.

Week of Feb 14-21

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Live Oaks Meeting Sunday 2/14 12:30 p.m.

Newsletter articles due Tuesday 2/16.

Lectionary Group Tuesday 2/16- 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Bell Choir Wednesday 2/17- 6:45 p.m.

Ash Wednesday Service Wednesday 2/17 - 7:30 p.m.

Java & Jam Saturday 2/20 7-9 p.m. Bring an instrument and gather to make music. Beginners are expecially encouraged.

LOOKING AHEAD
Week of Compassion Special Offering February 21 and 28.

CoAm Lunch & Game Day Monday 2/22 - Noon to 1:30 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church.

The Second Disciple-Ship All-Church Planning Meeting Saturday. February 27,
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Week of February 8-14

2010-02-08T11:16:00.000-08:00

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 2/10 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 2/10- 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Hymn-sing Wednesday 2/10 –
7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary to share fellowship, devotions and prayer.

TRUST Annual Meeting Thursday 2/11 – 7 p.m. at Mayflower UCC.

LOOKING AHEAD
Live Oaks Meeting Sunday 2/14 – 12:30 p.m.

Ash Wednesday Service Wednesday, February 17, 7:30 p.m.

Week of February 1-7

2010-02-01T07:18:00.000-08:00

Lectionary Group Tuesday 2/2- 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 2/3 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 2/3- 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Card Writing Wednesday 2/3 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary to share fellowship, devotions and prayer.

Live Oaks Lunch Thursday 2/4- 12:30 p.m. together with the Golden Shepherds at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. The program features Belinda Jensen of KARE-11 Weather.

Elders Meeting Thursday 2/4 - 7 p.m. in the parlor.

LOOKING AHEAD
CWS Blanket Sunday will be on February 7.

Souper Sundays February will be a month of collecting SOUPS of all kinds for donation to Joyce Foodshelf. Bring your soups and other donations to the shopping cart in the hall.

TRUST Youth Sledding Sunday 2/7 12:30 p.m. Meet at Linden Hills UCC.

Finance Meeting Monday 2/8 - 7:30 p.m. at Don Wray’s

TRUST Annual Meeting Thursday 2/11 – 7 p.m. at Mayflower UCC.

Week of January 25-31

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Lectionary Group Tuesday 1/26 - 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Women’s Book Group Tuesday 1/26 – 7:30 p.m. at Linda Smith’s.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 1/27 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 1/27 - 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer Wednesday 1/27 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary to share fellowship, devotions and prayer.

“Disciple Ship” All-Church Planning Retreat Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Please sign up on the registration list outside the kitchenette or contact the church office to let us know of your plans to attend.

LOOKING AHEAD
Finance Meeting Monday 2/1 - 7:30 p.m. at Don Wray’s

Elders Meeting Thursday 2/4 - 7 p.m. in the parlor.

TRUST Youth Sledding Sunday 2/7 12:30 p.m. Meet at Linden Hills UCC.

Live Oaks Lunch Tuesday 2/9 - 12:30 p.m. together with the Golden Shepherds at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. The program features Belinda Jensen of KARE-11 Weather.

Week of January 17-24

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TRUST Martin Luther King Day Service Sunday 1/17 - 5 p.m. at Living Spirit UMC, 4501 Bloomington Ave S. Followed by soup and sandwich supper.

Richfield Symphonic Band Concert Sinday 1/17 - 7 p.m. at Edinborough Park, with timpanist Lorna Livingston. Come and hear this variety concert in a nice setting.

Newsletter articles due Tuesday 1/19.

Lectionary Group Tuesday 1/19 - 7:45 a.m. Fellowship, light breakfast and discussion based on scriptures.

Open Sanctuary Wednesday 1/20 - 6:45 p.m. The sanctuary is open for prayer for all who wish to come.

Bell Choir Wednesday 1/20 - 6:45 p.m.

Circle of Prayer/Communion Vespers Wednesday 1/20 – 7:45 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary to share fellowship, devotions and prayer.

“Entertainment Surprise” Live Oaks Lunch and Party Saturday 1/23 11 a.m. at LHCC.

Java & Jam Saturday 1/23, 7 p.m. Evening of music and treats at LHCC – everyone is welcome to come and play, learn or listen. Let us know if you’re coming; there’s a signup sheet by the kitchenette.

LOOKING AHEAD
“Disciple Ship” All-Church Planning Retreat Saturday, January 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Please sign up on the registration list outside the kitchenette or contact the church office to let us know of your plans to attend.