2nd Sunday of Easter
2nd Sunday of Easter 8 April, 2018
Faith Lutheran Church a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America on the web: http://www.faithlutheransaultstemarie.org Phone 632-7246 Like us on Facebook
Vision Statement:
“Faith Lutheran Church: a Christ-centered, welcoming, faith community.”
PRELUDE: “Introduction & Toccata in G” - Walond WELCOME ANNOUNCEMENTS THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISM All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. Alleluia! Christ is risen. Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia! Just as God’s work of creation never ends, so the gifts received in baptism are renewed every day. Let us give thanks together for the life given in baptism. We give you thanks, O God, for the waters of life: for water to bathe in, water to drink, for waters to play in and waters that inspire wonder, for water that gives life to our planet. We give you thanks, O God, for the waters of life. We give you thanks, O God, for the waters of this place: for water from our tap, for rain and snow. We give you thanks, O God, for the waters of this place. We give you thanks for your salvation through water: for delivering Noah and his family through the floodwaters, for leading your people Israel through the sea into freedom, for preserving your prophet Elijah through the time of drought, for guiding your people across the Jordan into a new land, for quenching the Samaritan woman’s thirst with living water. We give you thanks for your salvation through water. We give you thanks for the life of all the baptized, and for all who gather here; for godparents and baptismal sponsors, for children and grandchildren, for our brothers and sisters in Christ whom we have never seen but to whom we are bound. We give you thanks for the life of all the baptized. We give you thanks for life in Christ through your Holy Spirit: for our entry into Jesus’ death through these waters, for our new birth into a life of freedom and service, for our calling to be your people, sent out for the life of the world. We give you thanks, blessed and holy Trinity, now and forever. Amen. 2
GATHERING HYMN: ELW #376
“Thine Is the Glory”
GREETING P- The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C – And also with you. PRAYER OF THE DAY Almighty God, with joy we celebrate the day of our Lord’s resurrection. By the grace of Christ among us, enable us to show the power of the resurrection in all that we say and do, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Please be seated. INTRODUCTION OF THE DAY – 2nd Sunday of Easter The Easter season is a week of weeks, seven Sundays when we play in the mystery of Christ’s presence, mostly through the glorious Gospel of John. Today we gather with the disciples on the first Easter, and Jesus breathes the Spirit on us. With Thomas we ask for a sign, and Jesus offers us his wounded self in the broken bread. From frightened individuals we are transformed into a community of open doors, peace, forgiveness, and material sharing such that no one among us is in need. WORD FIRST READING: Acts 4:32-35 L- The Word of the Lord. C- Thanks be to God!
NT pp. 122
PSALMODY: Psalm 133 1 How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity! 2 It is like the precious oil on the head, running down upon the beard, on the beard of Aaron, running down over the collar of his robes. 3 It is like the dew of Hermon, which falls on the mountains of Zion. For there the Lord ordained his blessing, life for evermore. SECOND READING: 1 John 1:1--2:2 L- The Word of the Lord. C- Thanks be to God! 3
NT pp. 91-93
Please stand as you are able.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
P – The Holy Gospel according to John, the 20th chapter… C – Glory to you, O Lord. - Holy Gospel: John 20:19-31 NT pp. 115 - Gospel Response P – The Gospel of the Lord. C – Praise to you, O Christ.
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YOUTH MESSAGE (There is a Giving Pot for the children’s offering. Please bring an offering if you’d like.)
SERMON HYMN OF THE DAY: ELW #635
“We Walk by Faith”
Please stand as you are able.
APOSTLES’ CREED I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead.* On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. 5
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Rejoicing in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, we pray for the witness of the church, the wholeness of creation, and all who are in need. (A brief silence.) Lord, in your mercy... ...hear our prayer. We entrust all our prayers to you, gracious God. Receive them by the power of the Holy Spirit and the love of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. MEAL
PEACE The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. OFFERING OFFERTORY: “Union Seminary” - Callahan OFFERTORY (Please stand as you are able.)
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OFFERTORY PRAYER Be known to us, O Lord, in the breaking of the bread, as you were made known to the disciples. Receive these gifts, and the offering of our lives, that we may be your risen body in the world. Amen. GREAT THANKSGIVING
PREFACE SANCTUS
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EUCHARISTIC PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. AGNUS DEI:
COMMUNION All are welcome, without exception, at the Lord’s table. We believe that Christ is truly present in the bread and wine. There is both wine and grape juice available.
COMMUNION HYMNS: ELW #379 ELW #384
“Now the Green Blade Rises” “That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright”
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION (Please stand as you are able.) . . . to
all the world; through the same Jesus Christ, our risen Lord.
Amen. 8
SENDING BLESSING SENDING HYMN: ELW #535
“Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises”
DISMISSAL
Alleluia! Christ is risen. Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia! You are the body of Christ raised up for the world. Go in peace. Share the good news. Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE: “Toccata Giocosa” - Martin Copyright © 2015 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License #SAS103560.
Email request for Pathfinder Name:_________________________________ Email:_________________________________
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FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH SERVING TODAY Presiding Minister Assisting Minister Lector Choir Director Organist Counters Ushers Altar Workers
Apr. 8, 2018 Easter 2 Pr. B. Kinnunen Lori Strickland Joy Lake R.A. Brindley Brenda Durden Sandy Lawson Wayne Olsen Volunteers Jeannie Richards Nancy Bolio
Apr. 15, 2018 Apr. 22, 2018 Easter 3 Easter 4 Dave Henderson Pr. B. Kinnunen Keith Nortch Ben Deatrick Jada ??? Volunteer R.A. Brindley R.A. Brindley Brenda Durden Brenda Durden Sandy Lawson Sandy Lawson Wayne Olsen Wayne Olsen Volunteers Volunteers Jeannie Richards Jeannie Richards Nancy Bolio Nancy Bolio
Nursery is available – please ask an usher (Changing tables in each rest room.) Hearing assist devices available! Please ask an usher. Congregation Council: Jack Armstrong, Dennis Brindley, Dan Kinnear, Sandy Lawson, Vicki Luoma, Wayne Olsen, Cathy Tibbett, and Danny Sar ns Stewardship…Resources…Blessings and Gifts Weekly Giving Level required to meet 2018 budget Gifts: 1 April, 2018: General Giving Attendance:
$ 2,600.00 $ 2,853.00
13 ― Maundy Thursday 3/29/2018 19 ― Good Friday 3/30/2018 125 ― Easter Sunday 4/1/2018
Today we raise up our friend, Alice Isaacsan, 510 Ashmun St., Apt. 302 SSM, MI 49783. (906) 632-9758 - Our homebound and nursing home members are often so isolated that your phone call, visit, even a card can mean the difference between lonely existence and continued life in our faith community. What can you do? Please reach out to those who have been such a vital part of our congregation. PRAYER LIST –If there is someone you wish to have added to the prayer list, please e-mail us ([email protected]) or leave a note in the office. Thank you. We are praying for Mary Oja and the family and friends of Benjamin Ahles-Iverson. Pastor Bre’s office hours - Mon, Tues, and Thurs mornings. Pastor Bre will be out of the office April 9th through the 16th. A reminder for everybody to please fill out the attendance booklet found in each pew, it is very important for our congregation. So if you could please remember to do that every Sunday it would help Sean out in the office a great deal. Thanks!
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Activities & Meetings – Apr. 8 – Apr. 15, 2018 SUNDAY
9:30am 10:30am after worship
MONDAY
TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
2-5pm 9:00am 1:00pm 1:30pm 5:15pm
Sunday School Worship Community Dialogue about locking the doors Confirmation Outing (meet at church) Yoga Monday Quilters Tai Chi Yoga
9:00am 1:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 9:00am
Yoga Hand Quilters Worship Tai Chi Yoga
9:30am 10:30am after worship after worship
Sunday School Worship Confirmation fellowship meeting
For Home Devotions during the Week Apr. 9 – Apr. 15, 2018 Year of Mark and John MONDAY Dan. 3:1-30 WEDNESDAY Isa. 26:1-15 FRIDAY 1 John 2:26-28
TUESDAY Dan. 6:1-28 THURSDAY Dan 9:1-19 SATURDAY Luke 22:24-30
Table Prayer for the Season of Easter: O God of our risen Lord, we praise you, we bless you, we worship you for the gifts of life you give us. Always you offer us life, and for this we bless your holy name. And we ask you, give your life also to all who know only hunger and the pangs of death. So many the whole world be raised to life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord Amen. Lectionary next week Apr. 8 - Apr. 15, Easter 2 - the Year of Mark and John
Acts 3:12-19, Psalm 4, 1 John 3:1-7,
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Luke 24:36b-48
Welcome to Worship! – Good to see you here. Special welcome to any visitors among us. Please stay afterwards for some conversation and coffee. Is there a job you need our Custodian to do? - There is a clip board on the door of Corey’s closet for notes. Please make use of this and feel free to leave compliments if you feel he has done a good job! Snack donations – Thank you for your after school snack donations. They were donated to a program called, “Students in Transition,” that gives food to local students in the Sault. Youth Can Drive! – Thank you for your can donations for the youth. We’re continuing our collection & we appreciate your support! Confirmation – Today, April 8th, from 2-5pm we will be having an Outing; we’ll meet at the church at 2pm to head to the Big Bear for an open skate and then finish with pizza at Pastor Bre and Tom's house. Youth are invited to bring a friend. Faith will cover the cost of the outing, thanks to our youth fund that the youth have been fundraising to build! Please RSVP to Sean in the office as soon as you are able. Class resumes on Sunday April 15th from noon-1pm. Locking Church doors during worship and throughout the week –After worship today, April 8th, in the fellowship hall we’ll be having a community dialogue with Dan Kinnear, council members, law enforcement officials, and Pastor Bre. Please come and join the conversation. Muffins and Juice will be provided. Dr. Bruce Anderson on Tanzania –During Worship on April 22nd, Dr. Bruce Anderson will be sharing his experience from Tanzania with us. Campus Ministry – will be handing out food bags for finals week inside the LSSU Library. Contact Pastor Bre. for more info. Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore – is doing well but over the winter has gotten a little low on inventory. Please bring us any of the following: household appliances (even the ones that don’t work because we recycle metal for money) also beds, tools, building materials, light fixtures, and more. The ReStore is located at 400 Sheridan Avenue. Phone: 906-632-6616 Open: 10-4 Wednesday thru Saturday Easter Sunday–We’d like to thank everyone who helped us have a wonderful Easter Sunday--those who came, helped with worship, brunch, and the Easter Egg hunt! THANK YOU!
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Faith Lutheran Church a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America on the web: http://www.faithlutheransaultstemarie.org Phone 632-7246 Like us on Facebook
Vision Statement:
“Faith Lutheran Church: a Christ-centered, welcoming, faith community.”
PRELUDE: “Introduction & Toccata in G” - Walond WELCOME ANNOUNCEMENTS THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISM All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. Alleluia! Christ is risen. Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia! Just as God’s work of creation never ends, so the gifts received in baptism are renewed every day. Let us give thanks together for the life given in baptism. We give you thanks, O God, for the waters of life: for water to bathe in, water to drink, for waters to play in and waters that inspire wonder, for water that gives life to our planet. We give you thanks, O God, for the waters of life. We give you thanks, O God, for the waters of this place: for water from our tap, for rain and snow. We give you thanks, O God, for the waters of this place. We give you thanks for your salvation through water: for delivering Noah and his family through the floodwaters, for leading your people Israel through the sea into freedom, for preserving your prophet Elijah through the time of drought, for guiding your people across the Jordan into a new land, for quenching the Samaritan woman’s thirst with living water. We give you thanks for your salvation through water. We give you thanks for the life of all the baptized, and for all who gather here; for godparents and baptismal sponsors, for children and grandchildren, for our brothers and sisters in Christ whom we have never seen but to whom we are bound. We give you thanks for the life of all the baptized. We give you thanks for life in Christ through your Holy Spirit: for our entry into Jesus’ death through these waters, for our new birth into a life of freedom and service, for our calling to be your people, sent out for the life of the world. We give you thanks, blessed and holy Trinity, now and forever. Amen. 2
GATHERING HYMN: ELW #376
“Thine Is the Glory”
GREETING P- The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C – And also with you. PRAYER OF THE DAY Almighty God, with joy we celebrate the day of our Lord’s resurrection. By the grace of Christ among us, enable us to show the power of the resurrection in all that we say and do, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Please be seated. INTRODUCTION OF THE DAY – 2nd Sunday of Easter The Easter season is a week of weeks, seven Sundays when we play in the mystery of Christ’s presence, mostly through the glorious Gospel of John. Today we gather with the disciples on the first Easter, and Jesus breathes the Spirit on us. With Thomas we ask for a sign, and Jesus offers us his wounded self in the broken bread. From frightened individuals we are transformed into a community of open doors, peace, forgiveness, and material sharing such that no one among us is in need. WORD FIRST READING: Acts 4:32-35 L- The Word of the Lord. C- Thanks be to God!
NT pp. 122
PSALMODY: Psalm 133 1 How very good and pleasant it is when kindred live together in unity! 2 It is like the precious oil on the head, running down upon the beard, on the beard of Aaron, running down over the collar of his robes. 3 It is like the dew of Hermon, which falls on the mountains of Zion. For there the Lord ordained his blessing, life for evermore. SECOND READING: 1 John 1:1--2:2 L- The Word of the Lord. C- Thanks be to God! 3
NT pp. 91-93
Please stand as you are able.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
P – The Holy Gospel according to John, the 20th chapter… C – Glory to you, O Lord. - Holy Gospel: John 20:19-31 NT pp. 115 - Gospel Response P – The Gospel of the Lord. C – Praise to you, O Christ.
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YOUTH MESSAGE (There is a Giving Pot for the children’s offering. Please bring an offering if you’d like.)
SERMON HYMN OF THE DAY: ELW #635
“We Walk by Faith”
Please stand as you are able.
APOSTLES’ CREED I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead.* On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. 5
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Rejoicing in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, we pray for the witness of the church, the wholeness of creation, and all who are in need. (A brief silence.) Lord, in your mercy... ...hear our prayer. We entrust all our prayers to you, gracious God. Receive them by the power of the Holy Spirit and the love of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. MEAL
PEACE The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. OFFERING OFFERTORY: “Union Seminary” - Callahan OFFERTORY (Please stand as you are able.)
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OFFERTORY PRAYER Be known to us, O Lord, in the breaking of the bread, as you were made known to the disciples. Receive these gifts, and the offering of our lives, that we may be your risen body in the world. Amen. GREAT THANKSGIVING
PREFACE SANCTUS
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EUCHARISTIC PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. AGNUS DEI:
COMMUNION All are welcome, without exception, at the Lord’s table. We believe that Christ is truly present in the bread and wine. There is both wine and grape juice available.
COMMUNION HYMNS: ELW #379 ELW #384
“Now the Green Blade Rises” “That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright”
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION (Please stand as you are able.) . . . to
all the world; through the same Jesus Christ, our risen Lord.
Amen. 8
SENDING BLESSING SENDING HYMN: ELW #535
“Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises”
DISMISSAL
Alleluia! Christ is risen. Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia! You are the body of Christ raised up for the world. Go in peace. Share the good news. Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE: “Toccata Giocosa” - Martin Copyright © 2015 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License #SAS103560.
Email request for Pathfinder Name:_________________________________ Email:_________________________________
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FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH SERVING TODAY Presiding Minister Assisting Minister Lector Choir Director Organist Counters Ushers Altar Workers
Apr. 8, 2018 Easter 2 Pr. B. Kinnunen Lori Strickland Joy Lake R.A. Brindley Brenda Durden Sandy Lawson Wayne Olsen Volunteers Jeannie Richards Nancy Bolio
Apr. 15, 2018 Apr. 22, 2018 Easter 3 Easter 4 Dave Henderson Pr. B. Kinnunen Keith Nortch Ben Deatrick Jada ??? Volunteer R.A. Brindley R.A. Brindley Brenda Durden Brenda Durden Sandy Lawson Sandy Lawson Wayne Olsen Wayne Olsen Volunteers Volunteers Jeannie Richards Jeannie Richards Nancy Bolio Nancy Bolio
Nursery is available – please ask an usher (Changing tables in each rest room.) Hearing assist devices available! Please ask an usher. Congregation Council: Jack Armstrong, Dennis Brindley, Dan Kinnear, Sandy Lawson, Vicki Luoma, Wayne Olsen, Cathy Tibbett, and Danny Sar ns Stewardship…Resources…Blessings and Gifts Weekly Giving Level required to meet 2018 budget Gifts: 1 April, 2018: General Giving Attendance:
$ 2,600.00 $ 2,853.00
13 ― Maundy Thursday 3/29/2018 19 ― Good Friday 3/30/2018 125 ― Easter Sunday 4/1/2018
Today we raise up our friend, Alice Isaacsan, 510 Ashmun St., Apt. 302 SSM, MI 49783. (906) 632-9758 - Our homebound and nursing home members are often so isolated that your phone call, visit, even a card can mean the difference between lonely existence and continued life in our faith community. What can you do? Please reach out to those who have been such a vital part of our congregation. PRAYER LIST –If there is someone you wish to have added to the prayer list, please e-mail us ([email protected]) or leave a note in the office. Thank you. We are praying for Mary Oja and the family and friends of Benjamin Ahles-Iverson. Pastor Bre’s office hours - Mon, Tues, and Thurs mornings. Pastor Bre will be out of the office April 9th through the 16th. A reminder for everybody to please fill out the attendance booklet found in each pew, it is very important for our congregation. So if you could please remember to do that every Sunday it would help Sean out in the office a great deal. Thanks!
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Activities & Meetings – Apr. 8 – Apr. 15, 2018 SUNDAY
9:30am 10:30am after worship
MONDAY
TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
2-5pm 9:00am 1:00pm 1:30pm 5:15pm
Sunday School Worship Community Dialogue about locking the doors Confirmation Outing (meet at church) Yoga Monday Quilters Tai Chi Yoga
9:00am 1:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 9:00am
Yoga Hand Quilters Worship Tai Chi Yoga
9:30am 10:30am after worship after worship
Sunday School Worship Confirmation fellowship meeting
For Home Devotions during the Week Apr. 9 – Apr. 15, 2018 Year of Mark and John MONDAY Dan. 3:1-30 WEDNESDAY Isa. 26:1-15 FRIDAY 1 John 2:26-28
TUESDAY Dan. 6:1-28 THURSDAY Dan 9:1-19 SATURDAY Luke 22:24-30
Table Prayer for the Season of Easter: O God of our risen Lord, we praise you, we bless you, we worship you for the gifts of life you give us. Always you offer us life, and for this we bless your holy name. And we ask you, give your life also to all who know only hunger and the pangs of death. So many the whole world be raised to life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord Amen. Lectionary next week Apr. 8 - Apr. 15, Easter 2 - the Year of Mark and John
Acts 3:12-19, Psalm 4, 1 John 3:1-7,
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Luke 24:36b-48
Welcome to Worship! – Good to see you here. Special welcome to any visitors among us. Please stay afterwards for some conversation and coffee. Is there a job you need our Custodian to do? - There is a clip board on the door of Corey’s closet for notes. Please make use of this and feel free to leave compliments if you feel he has done a good job! Snack donations – Thank you for your after school snack donations. They were donated to a program called, “Students in Transition,” that gives food to local students in the Sault. Youth Can Drive! – Thank you for your can donations for the youth. We’re continuing our collection & we appreciate your support! Confirmation – Today, April 8th, from 2-5pm we will be having an Outing; we’ll meet at the church at 2pm to head to the Big Bear for an open skate and then finish with pizza at Pastor Bre and Tom's house. Youth are invited to bring a friend. Faith will cover the cost of the outing, thanks to our youth fund that the youth have been fundraising to build! Please RSVP to Sean in the office as soon as you are able. Class resumes on Sunday April 15th from noon-1pm. Locking Church doors during worship and throughout the week –After worship today, April 8th, in the fellowship hall we’ll be having a community dialogue with Dan Kinnear, council members, law enforcement officials, and Pastor Bre. Please come and join the conversation. Muffins and Juice will be provided. Dr. Bruce Anderson on Tanzania –During Worship on April 22nd, Dr. Bruce Anderson will be sharing his experience from Tanzania with us. Campus Ministry – will be handing out food bags for finals week inside the LSSU Library. Contact Pastor Bre. for more info. Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore – is doing well but over the winter has gotten a little low on inventory. Please bring us any of the following: household appliances (even the ones that don’t work because we recycle metal for money) also beds, tools, building materials, light fixtures, and more. The ReStore is located at 400 Sheridan Avenue. Phone: 906-632-6616 Open: 10-4 Wednesday thru Saturday Easter Sunday–We’d like to thank everyone who helped us have a wonderful Easter Sunday--those who came, helped with worship, brunch, and the Easter Egg hunt! THANK YOU!
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