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News and Announcements Christ Lutheran Church Eagan

October 22, 2017

Verse of the Week: John 20:21

Grant peace, we pray, in mercy, Lord; Peace in our time, O send us!

For there is none on earth but You, None other to defend us.

You only, Lord, can fight for us.

Amen.

LSB 777, Text: Latin c. 6th century; adapted by Martin Luther; Used by permission: LSB Hymn License .NET, number 100012578.

Created by Lutheran Service Builder Š 2006 Concordia Publishing House.

Thank you to Pastor James Fuchs for leading worship this weekend. We appreciate your sharing the Gospel with us!

There will be no Sunday School or Bible Class this Sunday.

October is Pastor Appreciation Month Be sure to let Pastor Hahn know how much you appreciate his ministry!

Stewardship Emphasis in October This month, we have the opportunity to hear more about God’s love and the gifts He gives. The theme, The Gift that Keeps on Giving, will help us focus more clearly on God’s love which is found in Jesus Christ, the greatest gift! The topic this week is Mission is the Heart of our Giving.

The Board of Human Care is updating their records of Veterans in our congregation. If you are a Veteran or know of a member who is a Veteran, we ask that you make sure the name is on the Veterans list found on the bulletin board located in the hallway leading to the Fellowship Hall. If the name isn't on there, please call the church office by November 1st so it can be added. Thank You!

The Fall Red Cross Blood Drive will be Thursday, November 9th, 12:00 – 6:00 PM. A sign-up sheet are in the Narthex.

Help the Minnesota South District pack 750,000 meals and feed 2,000+ children for one year!

Christ Lutheran is scheduled to work on Saturday, November 11, 2017 9:00 – 11:00 am At the Ganglehoff Center, 235 Hamline Ave. Concordia University, St. Paul Sign-up sheet in the narthex!

Contact Human Care Board members Joyce Swedean, Eileen or Glenn Gregory for more information.

“An American Portrait” – A Concert by Bells of the Lakes and the St. Olaf Handbell Ensemble Saturday, November 4th, 2017 at 7:30pm At Concordia - St. Paul’s Buetow Auditorium This is a remarkable combined concert featuring Aaron Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait,” performed by: Bells of the Lakes, St. Olaf Handbell Ensemble, and St. Olaf String Ensemble, with guest narrator Dr. Tom Ries from Concordia.

Tickets are available online (www.BellsoftheLakes.org) Adults $25, Groups (10+) $15 each, Students/Seniors $15

Our Gifts to the Lord Oct 14-15 General Fund Oct 9-13 Joyful Response Total

Attendance $4082.42 $ 410.00 $4492.42

Saturday, October 14 Sunday, October 15 Total

27 56 83

Celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation:

October 28 & 29 – Special Reformation Service at Christ!

Also, in the area: Annual Polka Service and German Dinner-Immanuel, Prior Lake On Sunday, October 29th at 10:30 am, Chuck Thiel and the Jolly Ramblers will lead the annual polka service at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Prior Lake, MN! The German dinner will be held from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm following the service. The meal will include: sauerkraut with pork, meatballs and gravy, mashed potatoes, German potato salad, red cabbage, corn and dinner rolls. Pastor P's famous homemade pie for dessert! $10 - Adults, $8 - Seniors 65 and older, $6 for kids 12 and under.

Contact Information: Kimberly Beck at 952-492-6010 or go to the church's website: www.immanuelfishlake.org.

Polka Service and Bavarian Dinner All are welcome to attend the 14th annual Polka Service and Bavarian Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 28th, 2017 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 4101 Washington Street NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421. The worship service begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the Bavarian Dinner at 6:30 p.m. in the church fellowship hall ($9 per person). The meal features authentic German cuisine including garlic roasted pork, hot German potato salad, sauerkraut, root beer, and extravagant desserts. Tickets must be purchased prior to the event. Please contact Carol Blase at 763-788-9427 for ticket information.

“Luther” – Concordia St. Paul Theatre Production October 26-29, 7:30 p.m LOCATION: E.M. Pearson Theatre, 312 Hamline Ave N, St. Paul TICKETS: $10 (Discounts available for students/seniors/children under 12) Church groups of 10 or more receive $5 tickets.

Tickets available at Ticketworks.com

Reformation 500 Worship Service at Concordia University October 29 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Reformation 500 weekend will be highlighted by a worship service in the Gangelhoff Center on Sunday, Oct. 29. The worship service will include a sermon from LCMS President Matthew Harrison, performances from mass youth and adult choirs (including members of our own choir), instrumental ensembles, and more.