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Prepared to enjoy the game? This week many find themselves instinctively preparing to watch the ‘Big Game’, yet with precautions too. The restrictions we face are minor compared to those which faced Daniel and his 3 fellow exiles from Judah. Let us rejoice amid restrictions and cheer on the teams as they bring their best to the game. This is what Daniel and the remnant of Judah did during the 70 years of exile; practiced their faith, daily keeping their eye on God. We too are blessed with confidence grounded in faith so we can face everyday game challenges.
We pray you are blessed to worship with this service. Emmanuel Lutheran, Shenandoah, Iowa. PastorKurt@Yahoo.com call or text 515-850-7670
EMMANUEL ANNOUNCEMENTS – February 7, 2021
The following is the normal schedule; all gatherings/events are subject to change. REMEMBER: Social Distancing at all functions will be observed. Masks (adults & children) are in the foyer for your safety and the safety of the congregation.
TODAY, SUNDAY – FEBRUARY 7, 2021 5th Sunday after Epiphany
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
9:15-10:10 a.m. Day’s lessons, discussion with Coffee social distancing observed in Fellowship Hall.
10:30 a.m. Worship/Holy Communion
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8
9:00 a.m. Quilting
5:30 p.m. Deacons Meeting
6:30 p.m. Council Meeting
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Transfiguration Sunday
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
9:15-10:10 a.m. Day’s lessons, discussion with Coffee social distancing observed in Fellowship Hall.
10:30 a.m. Worship/Annual Meeting following: in-person & separate Zoom link.
3:00-7:00 p.m. Fellowship Hall reserved for Clover Kids and 4-H Club
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15
6:00 p.m. Worship and Music Committee Meeting
7:00 p.m. Membership Committee Meeting (if needed)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17
2:00 p.m. WELCA Bible Study/Business Meeting at Church – Mary Schumacher
7:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service with Holy Communion/Ashes
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 1st Sunday in Lent
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
9:15-10:10 a.m. Day’s lessons, discussion with Coffee social distancing observed in Fellowship Hall.
10:30 a.m. Worship
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22 9:00 a.m. Quilting
Our sincere sympathy to Tiffany Kruse and Tyler Kruse on the passing of their mother, Terri Kruse on Saturday, January 30 at her home. Her visitation at the Nishna Valley Funeral and Cremation was held on Friday, February 5. Terri will not only be missed by her Emmanuel family but by those in Shenandoah and surrounding areas. She touched so many lives during her 27 years in Shenandoah. Our prayers are with her family and friends.
In accordance with Chapter 10, (Congregational Meeting) C10.01 and C10.03 of the Emmanuel Lutheran Constitution, the Church Council has set next Sunday, February 14, 2021 following the 10:30 a.m. Worship Service as the date for the Emmanuel Lutheran Annual Meeting. This meeting will be in-person and a Zoom meeting, which will be held simultaneously in accordance to the Model Constitution, Chapter 10 (Congregational Meeting) C10.08 and adopted by the Emmanuel Lutheran Church Council by Consent Agreement. Social distancing and masks will be observed.
Thank You to everyone who has written their report for the Annual Meeting Booklet! If you have any questions, contact the office (712-246-3287 or emmlutheran@yahoo.com)
An opportunity to serve the LORD and Your Church! 1 Council Member is needed to serve a 3-year term. If you are interested in learning how the Emmanuel Church is governed, consider volunteering. If you have served on the Church Council in the past and would like see what’s new…welcome back!! Also needed are 2 Deacons. Contact the office or a Council Member or the Pastor if you are willing to serve your Church in these ways.
The “Noisy Offering” collection can is be on the Foyer Table. The Church Council has designated the offering to go to The Shenandoah Police Department to help purchase a new Police Dog for the K-9 Program. The collection can is on the foyer table and it will be there for the entire month of February. (refer to the insert on this program)
OFFERING ENVELOPES CAN BE FOUND ON THE USHER’S CABINET IN
THE NARTHEX OR ON THE CONSOLE OUTSIDE THE CHURCH OFFICE.
Thanks to a generous donation, we are assured of having the funds to finish the Steeple project, so we are also receiving contributions to the much needed Church Sign which was put on hold this spring. If you are donating to either of these funds, please clearly note “STEEPLE FUND” or “CHURCH SIGN” on your envelope and on the memo line. You can place your donation in the offering plate OR in the collection can on the foyer table.
The 2021 YEARBOOK is now being organized. If you have any changes i.e. address, telephone number, no land line, cell phone number, family members, e-mail address, etc. PLEASE let the Church Office know so they can be placed correctly in the YEARBOOK. It will be published following the Annual Meeting on February 14.
Readers are needed for Sunday, February 21 and Sunday, February 28. A special THANKS to all who have signed up to read. With many choosing to view the taped and on-line services, our list of readers has dwindled. If you are coming to in-person Church and would like to read, the sign-up sheet is on the foyer table OR contact the office246-3287 or emmlutheran@yahoo.com to find out what dates are still open for you to read. Thank You!
Serving Today:
Pastor: Kurt Hoover Organist: Steve Richardson
Reader: Karla Koval Acolytes: Evan Holmes and Ali Hansen
Ushers/Greeters: undesignated
February Altar Committee: Carla Morrow and Becky DeWild
The Altar Flowers are from John and Rose Walter IN HONOR of their 40th Anniversary.
Pastor Kurt’s contacts: 1-515-850-7670 kurtshoover@ymail.com
Please like us on Facebook: elcShenandoah
Please share along with our webpage: emmanuel-lutheran.com
Next Sunday’s (February 14, 2021) Scriptures/Psalm:
First Reading: Ezra 1:1-11; Psalm 111:1-10;
Second Reading: Zechariah 8:14-23; The Gospel: Mark 9:2-9;
The Story Readings, Chapter 17: “The Return Home”
Ezra chapters 1-6; Haggai chapters 1-2; Zechariah chapters 1 and 8
OFFERING: Weekly Budget $_________ Last Sunday’s Offering $2055.00
2021 Budget (to be determined at the Annual Meeting) Offering to Date $9368.50
PRAYER LIST/PRAYER CONCERNS:
For those in the Military; For those serving overseas;
For Law Enforcement, Fire Crews and First Responders;
For those who have been quarantined due to the COVID-19 virus;
For the residents of the Care Centers;
For the nurses and employees of the Care Centers;
For Allen Holmes who has health issues;
For the Terri Kruse family on the passing of Terri Kurse;
In these times many are feeling overwhelmed, depressed, and out of sorts with concern for you and yours we offer these resources for you or to refer a loved one to Several agencies are available to help:
Reach Pastor Kurt : 1-515-850-7670; pastorkurt@yahoo.com
or these resources listed below:
Hope4Iowa (844-673-4469) is a line for confidential Mental Health and disabilities connection.
Rural Issues and Agriculture (800-447-1985) 24 hour/7 days a week a counselor available.
Iowa Warm Line (844-775-9276) to get in touch with a COVID Recovery Iowa counselor.
Family activities and resources are available thru www.COVIDrecoveryiowa.org complete a confidential form to access family resources or request a counselor to contact you.
Call 211 and a United Way representative can connect you with assistance in your area.
Also: Southwest Iowa Families (712-542-3051) OR Southwestiowafamilies.com
Waubonsie Mental Health Center: Clarinda (712-542-2388) Shenandoah (712- 581-7900).
Addiction: Zion Recovery Services (246-4832)
Suicide Prevention (1-800-273-8255)
For updated information: Iowa Coronavirus Information or you can go to the website to schedule a test, with or without symptoms.
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