The Back Page - from February 9, 2014 Bulletin

PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Agnes O., Vivian F., marge C., Elrine B., Edna R., Ruth M., Gladys H., LouAnn B., June D., Homer L., Lecila M., Noah, Marlene L., Rich & Carolyn C., Pat R., Barbara K., Gloria R., Jim H., Joyce S., Anna O., and Raymond W.

NAME TAGS:  Just a friendly reminder to wear your name tags so the new families can say hello!  If you don't have a name tag, please contact the office and we will be happy to make you a new one!

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?  Bring your Small Catechism and your Bible and be ready to join us on Sunday, March 2nd for a new Bible class starting at 10:30 AM.  Pastor Schaaf will be going through Luther's Small Catechism side by side with the Scriptures.  So, if you want to have a refresher in the Small Catechism, or if you've never cracked it open, then please come and bring your questions! 

VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED:  To everyone who has signed up for the Installation reception, please note and remember there is a set menu.  We really need all the empty slots filled.  The sign-up sheets will be in the Narthex for another week.  Since it is a set menu, please only bring what is listed.  Thanks again!

RSVPs NEEDED:  Please be sure to RSVP for Pastor Schaaf's Installation Reception by calling the Office at 273-7043 or leave a note!

MORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:  LivingWell has an urgent need for Thrift Store volunteers.  Contact Dakina at 272-9318.

THANK YOU for the calls, cards, and prayers!  Your friend in Christ, Janice H.

COMING THIS MONTH

• Friday, 2/14 - Valentine's Day
• Friday, 2/14 - Lunch Bunch, 1 PM at Tuscany Gardens, GV
• Sunday, 2/16 - Mite Box Sunday
• Sunday, 2/16 - Articles due for March Newsletter
• Tuesday, 2/18 - Ladies Bible Study, 1 PM in the Library
• Wednesday, 2/19 - LWML Meeting, 10:30 AM in the Social Hall
• Thursday, 2/20 - Board & Elders Meeting, 5 PM in the Library
• Sunday, 2/23 - Installation Service, 3 PM in the Sanctuary; followed by a Reception in the Social Hall - PLEASE RSVP!

The Back Page - from February 2, 2014 Bulletin

PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Agnes O., Vivian F., Marge C., Elrine B., Edna R., Ruth M., Gladys H., LouAnn B., June D., Homer L.,  Lecila M., Noah, Marlene L., Rich & Carolyn C., Pat R., Barbara K., Gloria R., Jim H., Joyce S.
 
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?  Bring your Small Catechism and your Bible, and be ready to join us on Sunday, March 2nd for a new Bible Study class starting at 10:30 AM.  Pastor Schaaf will be going through Luther's Small Catechism side by side with the Scriptures.  So, if you want to have a refresher in the Small Catechism, or if you never cracked it open, then join us on March 2nd, and be sure to bring all of your questions!
 
Souper Bowl Sunday Today!!! The Bowl is in the Narthex.  Donations are for Interfaith Food Ministry.  Designated envelopes are available!

Tom & Sue wish to express their appreciation for the many kind thoughts, prayers and cards upon the death of Sue's Dad.  Thank you all for thinking of us.
 
Please see the pink sign-up sheet in the Narthex for the Sweetheart Brunch on Sunday, February 16th at about 10:15 AM.  (Immediately after the Worship Service.)
 
LivingWell has an urgent need for Thrift Store volunteers.  Contact Dakina Brown at 272-9318.

 

COMING UP IN FEBRUARY

 

• Friday, 2/14 - Lunch Bunch @ 1:00 PM, Tuscany Gardens on Sutton Way
• Saturday 2/15 - Men's Ministry Meeting @ 8:30 AM
• Sunday 2/16 - Worship Service @ 9:00 AM (Mite Box Sunday);  Newsletter articles DUE;  Sweetheart Brunch @ 10:15 AM (immediately following the Worship Service)
• Tuesday, 2/18 - Ladies Bible Study @ 1:00 PM in the Library
• Wednesday, 2/19 - LWML Meeting @ 10:30 AM:  Valentine's Party & $5 Gift Exchange, in the Social Hall
• Thursday, 2/20 - Executive Board and Elders Meeting @ 3:00 PM
• Sunday, 2/23 - Worship Service @ 9:00 AM; Adult Bible Study and Children's Sunday School @ 10:30 AM; Service of Installation @ 3:00 PM; Reception for the Schaafs @ 4:00 pm (after the Installation)

The Back Page - from January 19, 2014

PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Agnes O.; Barbara K.; Edna R.; Elrine B.; Gladys H.; Gloria R.; Homer L.; Jim H.; Joyce S.; June D.; Lecila M.; LouAnn B.; Marge C.; Marlene L.; Noah; Pat R.; Rich & Carolyn; Ruth M.; Vivian F.

OPEN HOUSE INVITATION!  LivingWell has moved to its beautiful new location at 105 Catherine Lane in Grass Valley.  On Friday, January 24th between 12 PM and 6:30 PM, they will be holding an Open House, and you are invited to come and tour the new facility.  Please join them for the Ribbon Cutting ceremony at 5:30 PM!

VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED!  The Saturday Maintenance Team sign-up sheet is in the Library.  Please volunteer to help keep our church looking and running its best!  Let's get ready for spring!

A FRIENDLY REMINDER - Please wear your name tags on Sundays, so visitors and new members  can say "Hi!".  If you don't have one or lost yours, please contact the office and we will be happy to make you one!

FLOWERS - The 2014 Flower Calendar is here!  Please come to the Office and claim your Sunday to contribute flowers in honor of, or in memory of someone's special day!

THANK YOU!  Thank you for the Christmas gift.  It was wonderful to be included in your staff appreciation.  You are a wonderful part of God's people!  Pastor Meyer

The Back Page - from December 29, 2013 Bulletin

PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Agnes O., Vivian F., Marge C., Elrine B., Edna R., Ruth M., Gladys H., LouAnn B., June D., Homer L., Lecila M., Noah, Marlene L., Rich & Carolyn C., Pat R., Barbara K., Diane H., Gloria R., and Jim H.

INSTALLATION TODAY!
Please welcome our 2014 Executive Council and Elders:
President:  Jim Bierwagen
Treasurer:  Eric Gibbons
Secretary:  Gaye Rogers
Income Manager:  Garrett Novak
Property:  Maria Grieve
Stewardship & Outreach:  Paul Laufman
Parish Education & Youth:  Rosie Bierwagen
Elders:  Barry Hundemer, Rich Gagelin, Tom Micone, and Neil Kosbab

MEET & GREET NEXT SUNDAY!
Join us for a gathering to meet Pastor Elect, the Rev. Kent Schaaf on January 5th, 2014 at 2 PM in the Social Hall.  Sign-up in the Library to bring snacks and desserts; beverages will be provided.

AMAZING NEWS!
Back in July of 2011, the Albrecht's granddaughter, Katherine Mary, was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma, and she started treatment at Stanford's Pediatric Oncology Unit.  She remained on our Prayer List until January 2012, when they told her she was in total remission!  Today, Katherine Mary is 100% cancer free!!!  She is studying at UC Davis, and currently visiting her grandparents.  She and her family wish to offer you their most heartfelt "Thanks!"

2014 FLOWER CALENDAR
The 2014 Flower Calendar is here!  Come into the office and claim your Sunday!

FACILITY UPKEEP
Volunteer to help keep our church looking its best!  Saturday Maintenance Team sign-up  sheets are in the Library.  We need help in keeping up both the interior and exterior.  We get started at 9 AM.  BYOC (coffee!)

The Back Page - from December 22, 2013 Bulletin

PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Agnes O., Vivian F., Marge C., Elrine B., Edna R., Ruth M., Gladys H., LouAnn B., June D., Homer L., Lecila M., Noah, Marlene L., Rich & Carolyn C., Pat R., and Jim H.

HAPPENINGS:

• 12/24 @ 7 PM - Candlelight Christmas Eve Service.  Join us and bring your friends, neighbors, and family.
• 12/25 @ 10 AM - Christmas Day Service.  Bring your families, neighbors, and friends to celebrate the birth of our Savior!
• 12/29 @ 10 AM - Single Worship Service Sunday.  Installation of Officers and Elders.
• 1/5/14 @ 2 PM - Meet & Greet with Pastor Elect, the Rev. Kent Schaaf in our Social Hall.

AMAZING NEWS!
As you may remember, back in July of 2011, the Albrecht's granddaughter Katherine Mary was diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma, and started treatment at Stanford's Pediatric Oncology Unit.  She remained on our Prayer List until January 2012, when they told her she was in remission!  Today, Katherine Mary is 100% cancer free!!!  She is studying at UC Davis and currently visiting her grandparents.  She and her family wish to offer you their most heartfelt thanks!

MEET & GREET
Join us for a gathering to meet Pastor Elect, the Rev. Kent Schaaf on January 5th, at 2 PM in the Social Hall.  Sign up to bring a dessert or a snack; beverages will be provided. 

NEWSLETTER DUE DATE CHANGED:
Due to the Holidays, articles for the January Newsletter are due tomorrow, Dec. 23rd.  Thank you for your assistance and contributions.

FACILITY UPKEEP:
Volunteer to help keep our church looking its best!  Saturday maintenance team sign-up sheets are in the Library.  We need help with interior and exterior.  We get started at 9 AM.  BYOC (coffee!)
The Social Hall kitchen is in need of some special attention--cupboards cleaned, floors scrubbed, and walls wiped down.  Needs a good Spring cleaning!  Tentatively scheduled for the 28th of December.  Bring your elbow grease!

The Back Page - from December 15, 2013 Bulletin

PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Agnes O., Vivian F., Marge C., Elrine B., Edna R., Ruth M., Gladys H., LouAnn B., June D., Homer L., Lecila M., Noah, Marlene L., Rich & Carolyn C., Pat R., Barbara K., Diane H., Gloria R., and Jim H.

REMINDERS/ANNOUNCEMENTS:

• Bud and Joyce S. would like to invite you to join them in celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary with cake and coffee in the Social Hall after church today.
• If you usher this Sunday, you are responsible for mid-week Advent Services.
• Please bring in poinsettias to help decorate our church by 12/22.  Thank you!
• Gifts for staff need to be placed in a designated envelope and are due no later than 12/22/13.
• There is a new Christian bookstore in town:  The Hub, 144 Hughes Rd.; (530) 205-7217; TheHub@att.net.  Their hours are:  Tuesday-Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
• Volunteer to help keep our church looking its best throughout the season - Saturday maintenance team sign-up sheet is in the Library!  We need help with interior and exterior maintenance.  We start at 9:00 AM!  BYOC (Bring Your Own Coffee!)

UPCOMING EVENTS:

• 12/15 (Sunday) - Come out and carol with us at Victorian Christmas in NC, 1:30 PM
• 12/17 (Tuesday) - LWML Brunch at Humpty Dumpty, 10:30 AM
• 12/18 (Wednesday) - Advent Service with Lunch/Youth fundraiser after, 12:00 PM
• 12/24 (Tuesday) - Candlelight Service, friends and family welcome, 7:00 PM
• 12/25 (Wednesday) - Christmas Service, friends and family welcome, 10:00 AM

The Back Page - from November 3, 2013 Bulletin

PLEASE REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE IN YOUR PRAYERS:
Agnes O., Vivian F., Marge C., Elrine B., Edna R., Ruth M., Gladys H., LouAnn B., June D., Homer L., Lecila M., Noah, Marlene L., Rich & Carolyn C., Pat R., Barbara K., Diane H., Gloria R., and Jim H.

INTERIM/CALL COMMITTEE:  The Call Committee is making progress!  As of October 20th, five phone interviews have been made, with three (possibly four) more scheduled over the next two weeks.  There will be a Special Voters Meeting (for the congregation to vote for a Pastor to Call) on Sunday, November 24th immediately after the Single Service at 10am.  Synopses of the interviews will be available to the congregation on Sunday, November 10th.

IFM SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER:   Join us Friday, November 8th at Paulette's Country Kitchen, 5 to 8pm.  Tickets are $10/ea. and can be purchased from Mary A.  Dinner includes spaghetti, salad, and a roll.  Drinks, desserts, and prizes are available for an additional cost.

CHANGE FOR LIFE:  This is the last week of this fundraiser!  Please return your baby bottle full of change to GLC by Sunday, November 10th.  Thank you for all of your help!

FREE FIREWOOD!  First come, first serve.  Contact Diane T. to schedule a pick-up.

LWML:  MITES FOR BITES! - This is a NO BAKE - BAKE SALE.  There is a Cookie Jar in the Narthex to collect your donations.  Suggested donation--how much would you spend on cake/cookie mixes, etc. or how much would you spend to purchase a yummy goodie?  That sounds like a good amount!

NOTICES:
The spare key to the Social Hall bathrooms is missing!  Please return it to the office.

Please make sure that the coffee pots are turned off and unplugged if you are the last one out of the Narthex.  They have been found on three times last month.  This is a FIRE HAZARD!