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Living Lent as People of the Resurrection
Join us for Living Lent, a special series of services for the season of Lent. Each service in this series focuses on a word to consider while living Lent as Easter people. Ash Wednesday, February 10th at 7pm The Ash Wednesday service on February 10th, is based on the word PONDER and reminds us that Lent is a time to ponder our relationship with God and with one another and to discover the love of God seen in the cross and empty tomb. Mid-Week Lenten Service Wednesday, February 17th at 7pm Week One, February 17th, is based on the word PURPOSE and reminds us that Lent is a time to find God’s purpose for our lives, fulfilled in our redemption by Jesus, who seeks and saves the lost and gives us new life. Mid-Week Lenten Service Wednesday, February 24th at 7pm Week Two, February 24th, is based on the word PEOPLE and reminds us that we are called to be among people in this world. People matter to God; He sent Jesus to save them. People should matter to us; we are sent to love them. Mid-Week Lenten Service Wednesday, March 2nd at 7pm Week Three, March 2nd, is based on the word PROCLAIM and reminds us that our proclamation of the Savior brings faith to life. Mid-Week Lenten Service Wednesday, March 9th at 7pm Week Four, March 9th, is based on the word PRAISE and reminds us that even in the midst of sorrow, we are called to celebrate the love of God and the joy that can be found only in Christ crucified, who reigns in glory now. Mid-Week Lenten Service Wednesday, March 16th at 7pm Week Five, March 16th, is based on the word PAIN and reminds us that the pain of rejection and the pain of a father when a son leaves demonstrate the reckless love of God revealed in Jesus, who wipes every tear from our eyes. Palm Sunday Service, March 20th, at 9am On Palm Sunday, January 20th, there will be a special service based on the word PALMS. While we know the resurrection is on the horizon, we will welcome with palms in our hands the King of glory, now humbly riding a donkey. Maundy Thursday Service March 24th at 7pm On Maundy Thursday, March 24th, there will be a special service based on the word PRAYER. We watch as Jesus prays in anguish that this cup might pass from Him, aware that God’s plan for Him is glorious. Good Friday Service March 25th at 7pm On Good Friday, March 25th, there will be a special service based on the word PASSION, We witness the passion and death of Christ on the cross, knowing that by His death we have life everlasting. Easter Sunday Services at 8am & 10am And on Easter Sunday, March 27th, there will be a special service based on the word PARADISE. As Easter people, we rejoice in the end of the story: paradise is ours through the resurrection of Christ. Blessings Pastor David Hahn
By Michele Lukanen
Preschool News
During the month of February I will be attending a couple conferences. The first conference, on February 12, will be in Janesville, MN. The conference is targeted for early childhood educators. The conference is titled Joining Jesus In and Through Our Schools. The next conference will be the Early Childhood Conference at Concordia, St. Paul, on February 19 and 20. As an early childhood consultant I am involved directly with the conference but I also get to attend the sectionals. The theme for the conference is Teaching Heart and Mind. The preschool will be closed both Fridays. REGISTRATION Registration for the 2016-2017 academic year is now open. The following is a description of the classes and cost: Tuesday/Thursday morning ($135 per month) 9:15-11:45 am This class is meant for children who are at least 33 months by September 1 st. In this class the children will be introduced to colors, shapes, letters of the alphabet, and numbers. The class focuses on helping children with their social skills through small group activities along with large group activities. *NEW* Tuesday/Thursday Extended Day ($165 per month) 9:15 am - 1:15 pm Children will bring a lunch from home and participate in an extra activity in the afternoon. Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning ($165 per month) 9:15-11:45 am This class is meant for children who are 4-years-old by September 1st. Special consideration can be made for children who turn 4 during the months of September and October. In this class the children will review colors, shapes, and numbers. The children will also work on letter recognition, along with the sound that each letter makes. It is the goal of this program to ready children for kindergarten the following year. Monday/Wednesday/Friday Extended Day ($330 per month) 9:15 am – 3:15 pm Children will participate in the activities with the morning class but stay for further academic and fun activities in the afternoon. A daily bag lunch, blanket, and pillow are needed. Letter Mania Mondays ($100) 11:45 am - 3:15 pm This is an add-on to the morning class. Children will participate in pre-reading skills every Monday. Number Wonder Wednesdays ($100) 11:45 am – 3:15 pm This is an add-on to the morning class. Children will participate in math skills every Wednesday. Science Frenzy Fridays ($100) 11:45 am – 3:15 pm This is an add-on to the morning class. Children will participate in science activities every Friday. Readers wanted! Do you have a favorite childhood story? Do you love to read to children? If so, we would love to have you as one of our guest readers! Guest readers are needed Thursdays and Fridays at 11:15 am. A sign-up sheet is available on the preschool bulletin board. Please see Michele Lukanen if you have any questions.
This & That Keep Updated: The weekly News and Announcements is now a digital publication sent out via email each week. If you would like to be added to the email list please either write your email on an attendace card or send an email to christlutheraneagan@outlook.com . If you do not use email the News and Announcements is available in the Narthex and placed on tables during Fellowship Hour. For Your Information: At the Voter’s Meeting on Sunday, January 17th, voters passed a motion granting a $10,000 gift to Larry Johnson for his 10 years of service to the church and a $4,000 gift to Deaconess Kris Hansen for her 4 years of service to the church. Know Your elder: With all of the changes happening in the church, the Board of Elders wants you to know they are here to guide you through these transitions. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns refer to the list below to contact your Elder. They are happy to help! Last Names
Aballa-Bongard: Dennis Miller Boomgarden-Gregory: Robin Fink Grensth-Hultquist: Curt Hartog Isaak-Marstad: Jim Struck Matschinner-Rowe: Dick Bielenberg Ruchtaeschel-Studer: Curt Hartog Sullwold-Zahnow: David Hasche
Pack Meals for the Hungry through the Feed My Starving Children Organization Join volunteers from the South Metro in packing meals for starving children around the world. They would like to pack 4 million meals during the dates of February 1-6, 2016. The packing will be done at the old Rainbow Food building, 15125 Cedar Ave (Cedar Avenue and County Road 42) in Apple Valley. Each shift is two hours long. To sign up as a volunteer go to the following link: http://volunteer.fmsc.org/Register/ mobilepack/event.aspx?event=1602-191EA Our very own Hannah Hartog will be taking a mission trip to Budapest, Hungary with Habitat for Humanity and Thrivent, June 30-July 8, 2016. Hannah is the daughter of Curt and Karra Hartog and is a junior at Concordia University, St. Paul. Hannah is asking for donations to help fund her trip. To donate or to find out more about Hannah’s trip, go to https://share.habitat.org/Hannah-hartog-gvt17604. Way to go Hannah! We are so proud of you!
Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. (Ephesians 4:2) & Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins (1 Peter 4:8)
By Joyce Swedean
LWML Corner
I begin my article by sharing a poem written by Lenore Settlemire, a LWML sister in Christ from Phoenix, Arizona. “BLESS I THE LORD” I tried the straight and narrow way, The Lord accounted it for good; I often slipped to my dismay But He ever understood. “Sufficient is my strength,” said He, And so I took Him at His word; His nail-pierced hand reached out to me, His answered promise then I heard, The strength He gave was marvelous, My lighted heart began to sing, My path no longer arduous, Now to Thy rugged cross I cling. Our next meeting will be Saturday, February 13, at 9:30 a.m. in the East Room. We will continue our study of “Living a Chocolate Life” and we will focus on the words SAVORING GOD’S GRACE! Bev Feil and Janet Linkert will be our hostesses. REMEMBER to bring your Bible and your Mite offering. All women are invited and are encouraged to bring a friend. Speaking of MITES! If you can’t make our meetings and would like to contribute MITES for MISSIONS please put your donation in the wooden box marked MITES which you will find on the LWML table in the narthex. There is also another wooden box on that table for donations to the Open Door(formerly the Eagan Resource Center) and these donations are used to buy food for those in need that the Open Door serves. The LWML national organization publishes a magazine 4 times a year. The Lutheran Woman’s Quarterly features Bible Studies, wonderful articles written by women, and information on the organization itself. The Winter magazine is entitled “Then Sings My Soul” and features women who are using their God-given talents to manifest His joy and to extend His kingdom-they are artistic expressions of faith. Please pick up a copy on the LWML table, and hen you are done share it with someone. Once again we begin our Lenten journey and not only during this journey but always may we cling to the old rugged cross.
Sunday School
By Joyce Swedean
What’s happening in Sunday School! During February the Sunday morning and Anyuak afternoon classes continue their study of the New Testament. Our lessons are taken from Matthew and Luke and are titled: “The Visit of the Magi”; “The Boy Jesus in the Temple”; “John Prepares the Way”; and “The Baptism of Jesus”. It is a joy to hear the children sing of the love of Jesus and to hear them participate in each lesson. The Sunday School Teacher’s Meeting will be at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, February 7 th in the lower level of church. Coming up: On Palm Sunday, March 20th the children will meet at 8:30 am for Bible Story and get ready to participate in the processional of palms. They will also sing some special songs during the service. After the service we will enjoy the Pancake Breakfast served by the Board of Education and Board of Youth. We hope you will join us for this special day in the church year. There will not be Sunday School on Easter Sunday. Do you know a child that should be attending Sunday School? Invite them! Encourage them! Bring them! We want children to “Grow in Christ”.
L.I.F.E Groups L.I.F.E. Groups are focused within a purpose statement: To relationally connect people to one another so that group members become more fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ by extending hope, transforming lives, and empowering people. They meet once a week for Bible Study, fellowship, prayer, and service to church and community. Always looking to grow by inviting others to fill our “Open Chair” which is an ongoing prayer. We look for opportunities to serve wherever needed, at funerals, be greeters, do pew maintenance, work at Feed my starving children, collecting food for the charities, as well as helping with fundraisers and many other God given opportunities. In our Bible Studies each group selects what they will focus on. It might be a Book of the Old or New Testament, a topic or other Christian books. Living In Faith Everyday is all about trusting God and His Word. Here are some scriptures about faith: When you say:
God’s answer: “It’s impossible”
All things are possible (Luke18:27)
“I’m not able”
I AM able (II Cor. 9:8)
“I’m too tired”
I will give you rest (Matt:. 11: 28-30
“Nobody really loves me”
I love you (John 3:16 & 3:35)
“I can’t go on”
My Grace is sufficient (II Cor. 12:9 & Ps. 91:15)
“I can’t figure things out “
I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3: 5-6)
“I can’t forgive myself”
I forgive you (1 John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
“I can’t do it”
You can do all things (Phil. 4:13)
“It’s not worth it”
It will be worth it (Rom. 8:28)
“I can’t manage”
I will supply all your needs (Phil. 4:19)
“I’m afraid”
I will not give you a spirit of fear (II Tim. 1:7)
“I’m always worried and frustrated”
Cast all your cares on me (I Peter 5:7)
“I’m not smart enough”
I give you wisdom (I Cor. 1:30)
“I feel all alone”
I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5) TO GOD BE ALL GLORY Sharonlee
Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends. As for prophecies, they will pass away; as for tongues, they will cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away.
1 Corinthians 13:4–8
Prayer Requests
Cancer - Steve Brennan, Carol Brown (mother of Christa Brown-Switzer), Cynthia Cotton (daughter of Dale & Judy Peters), Keith Feickert, Karl Kruggel (son of Dave Kruggel), Bob Manthei (Father of Rebecca Hahn), Lucy Roemhildt, Don Wolf. Having surgery, recovering from surgery, illness, or other Sandra Ferguson (daughter of Florence Hanson),Richard Hanson (son of Florence Hanson), Steven Hennon (Marian Neujahr's cousin's husband) Ben Kothe, Antonina Kopcheve (mother-in-law of Alex Mezeritski), Judy Lebahn, Ioannis Madzaris (friend of Alex Mezeritski), Mary Marlow, Zhanna Mezeritski, (mother of Alex Mezeritski) Tatyana Mezeritski, Louise Neil, Jackson Peterson (infant son of Mike and Nicole Peterson), Jerry Studer (Husband of Marianne Studer). Homebound – Adona Braun, Waltraud Bundt, Sherrill Champion, Norman Discher, Lori Dolney, Jim & Shirley Eilola, Vicki Groenke, Hubert Heggen (Pastor Heggen's father), Lucille Jung, Ed & Elaine Klamm, Iona Kruger, Dorothy Lueck, Marlys Lund, Sidney & Lois Mollenhauer, Marian Neujahr, Heinz Rother, Gladys Wachter, Guy Westphal Those in the military and their families - PFC Cody Klinksiek who was deployed to Iraq, and SH Cole Klinksiek, (nephews of Julie Lefebvre), SR Jennifer Adelmann, (Granddaughter of Marylou Adelman), Apilo Ojullu (of our Anyuak community), and Jake Anderson, Kyle Anderson, and David Hernandez (grandsons of Dick and Joyce Swedean). The Anyuak ministry at Christ Lutheran Church, the Anyuak people back home in Ethiopia and Sudan. Persecuted Christians in 53 countries around the world. Our nation.
Birthdays February 1: Tyler Albertson, Hailey Jubera, & Cosette Switzer February 2: Blain Borchardt, Elsie Olson, & Sue Sisk February 3: Jennifer Lacy & Clark Nordeen February 4: Norma Nesheim February 5: Stephani Griffin & Delmond Huck February 6: Eponine Switzer February 7: Ashley Comstock & Amanda Rekdal February 8: Heather Steffen & Linda Yetzer February 9: Marcella Schindeldecker February 10: Sherrill Champion & Alan Roloff February 11: Kelsey Flink February 12: Jodi Bauer, Grace Johnson, Katherine Kaltenbach, & Marc Medland February 13: Tayci Gustafson February 14: Donald Johnson February 15: Jon Baumgartner & Gayle Johnson February 17: Nathan Jamison & Kathleen Nasr February 18: Kenneth Derosier, Alec Johnson, & Brittney Sjulstad February 19: Joseph Flugaur, Jeffery Isaak, & Corey Schulz February 20: Bob Biggs February 21: Jennifer Baune & David Jarnagin February 23: Joan Franklin, Brittany Scherbel, Donn Schrader, & Gordy Schramm February 24: Dennis Miller & Madison Nystel February 25: Jeremiah Flink & Michael Paul February 26: Kevin Bork, Edison Hartman, & Chris Ries February 27: Maynard Ohm, Ryan Schramm, & Gladys Watcher
Looking Forward
Sunday
Monday Tuesday
2. 9am– Bible Study at Eagan Point
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Wednesday Thursday
Friday
Saturday
3. 6pm– Confirmation 4. 6:15pm—Youth Choir 7pm– Adult Choir
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6. 4pm– Praise Jam Practice
10. 5pm– Lenten Supper
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5pm– Worship
6pm– Boy Scouts
7. 9am– Worship
9. 9am– Bible Study at Eagan Point
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10:15am– Fellloship & Education Hour
6pm– All Boards/ Council Meting
2pm– Anyuak Worship
11. 6:15pm—Youth Choir
13. 9:30am—LWML Meeting 4pm– Praise Jam Practice
6pm- Confirmation 7pm– Ash Wednesday Service
5pm– Worship
6pm– Boy Scouts 16. 9am– Bible Study at Eagan Point
14. Valentine’s Day
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9am– Worship
No Preschool
10:15am– Fellloship & Education Hour
6pm– Dakota Ramblers 4H
6pm– Boy Scouts
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23. 9am– Bible Study at Eagan Point
17. 5pm– Lenten Supper
18. 6:15pm—Youth Choir
6pm- Confirmation
19. No Preschool
20. 4pm– Praise Jam Practice 5pm– Worship
7pm– Lenten Service
2pm– Anyuak Worship
21. 9am– Worship 10:15am– Fellloship & Education Hour
6pm– Boy Scouts
2pm– Anyuak Worship
28. 9am– Worship
7pm– Trustees Meeting
24. 5pm– Lenten Supper
25. 6:15pm—Youth Choir
26.
6pm- Confirmation 7pm– Lenten Service
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10:15am– Fellloship & Education Hour 2pm– Anyuak Worship
February 2016
27. 4pm– Praise Jam Practice 5pm– Worship