Whose entrancing dance proved fatal to John the Baptist?

Who told Pilate to have nothing to do with Jesus?

What did a man at Jesus’ crucifixion
run to find for the dying Jesus?

Find out the answer to these questions,
as well as your own questions,
Wednesdays at 1 p.m. in the confirmation room.
It is then that we discuss The New Testament readings.

Please note there will be no discussion on February 9th.

Spending more consistent daily time with God
in personal Bible reading could help.

Here are some ways to refresh your Bible study:

Nahum pronounced God’s judgment,
while Habakkuk proclaimed that God is still in control
of the world despite the apparent triumph of evil.

To learn more about these short prophecies
attend the discussion, Wednesday morning,
February 2nd at 10 a.m. in the confirmation room.

Every Thursday the sanctuary will be open from
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for you to enter for prayer.

At 9:30 a.m. Pastor Rich will lead a
30 minute service of prayer.

Jesus gave prayer high priority in His ministry
and life and expected his followers,
you and me, to do the same.

ALL SINGLE SENIORS are invited to a Valentine Dinner
on Saturday, February 12th at 3 p.m.

You can enjoy turkey dinner with all the trimmings
as well as wonderful fellowship
by simply calling the church office
828-0020 by February 6th.

Transportation will be provided if needed.

What is your goal in your approach to parenting?
What specifically do you hope to accomplish in your child’s life?

Have you ever screamed at your child,
"This is the last time.  I am telling you for the last time!"

Be a part of an informal conversation on
the joys and frustrations of being a parent.
Share your insights and your support, on
Tuesday, February 15th, at 9:30 a.m.

Child care is provided.

On three consecutive Tuesday evenings,
starting with February 15th at 7:30 p.m.
we will hold a discussion on the issues of death and dying.

health care proxies,
living wills,
funeral arrangements,
hospice care,
bereavement,

and anything that you would like to ask or bring up.

JUNIOR YOUTH GROUP

Sun. Feb. 6^th - Volunteering at Elijah’s Promise Soup Kitchen.
Meet in Church Parking lot at 3:00 p.m.
We will assist in serving meals from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Please bring $5.00, we will stop for dinner
either at McDonald’s or Pizza.

SENIOR YOUTH GROUP

Sun. Feb. 6th - Meeting about Retreat

EVERY YOUTH going on the retreat MUST ATTEND!!!!

IF you are not attending the retreat
you should attend as well,
because after final retreat preparations are settled
an exciting evening is planned.

Fri. Feb. 18th - 6 PM

DEPART church parking lot for retreat

Sun. Feb. 20th - 4 PM

arrive home from retreat

Sat. Feb. 26th 10 AM

Rehearsal for Youth Sunday

Sun. Feb. 27th 9 AM

Feb. is your last chance to attend a cottage meeting.
These informal gatherings of your church family
have been very helpful and informative.

Your concerns and suggestions will be discussed
at the consistory retreat in March.

Cottage meeting dates for Feb are:

3rd - 10 AM

23rd - 7:30 PM

24th - 10 AM

Money sends many different messages:

"Hold me and I will dry up the foundations
of benevolence in your soul."

"Hoard me, and I will destroy your sympathy
for others and your love for God."

"Spend for self-indulgences and I will make your soul
indifferent to anything other than your own pleasure."

"Give me away for the benefit of others and I will
return in the form of spiritual renewal to you."

Money speaks in different ways to different people.
It’s the listener who determines which message
is most persuasive.
(God’s Little Devotional Book)