11.03.24 Bulletin
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LADIES DAY OUT Come relax with friends TODAY from 1:00-4:00pm at Paddlefish Brewery right here in St. Peter. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase, and food can be brought in or delivered. Questions? Contact Kate Meyer. Everyone is welcome! We hope to see you there.
LCMS NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING PARENT MEETING We are excited to invite students currently in Grades 8-12 to the LCMS National Youth Gathering in New Orleans, happening July 19-23, 2025! All families should have received an email with important details about the trip, including information on airfare, registration costs, hotel arrangements and fundraising opportunities. If you did not receive this email, please contact the office. Questions talk to Jim Christenson. Deadline to register: November 15.
POINSETTIA FUNDRAISER – BUY YOURS TODAY! This year, your poinsettia purchase will support the River of LIFE Youth Group. The plants will decorate the sanctuary during Advent and Christmas and can be picked up following the Christmas services. Proceeds will help fund the youth group’s trip to the Youth Gathering Conference next summer. Order forms are available in the narthex and online ordering is available. Visit the 'Helpful Links' section on our website, just below the red line on the homepage.
BUTTER BRAID FUNDRAISER We’re excited to offer Butter Braids for purchase to support the Youth Group’s trip to The Gathering, their upcoming youth conference to New Orleans! Our goal is to sell 250 items to receive a bonus, so every order counts. You can order online by visiting the "Helpful Links" section on our website or app, which you can find right below the red line or stop by the table in the Narthex to place your order in person. Orders due: Sunday, November 10, delivery the week of November 18.
24-HOURS OF PRAYER Join us for 24 Hours of Prayer on Tuesday, November 5, as we lift up our elections and leaders in prayer! Wherever you are, participate by committing to 30-minute increments to ensure continuous prayer throughout the day. River of LIFE will be open from 11:00am-1:00pm and
5:00pm–7:00pm for those who wish to drop in, connect, or pray quietly. Let’s pray for a smooth election and a peaceful transition of power. With the election next month, it’s more important than ever to pray for our country and leaders. Sign up in the Narthex or online in the "Helpful Links" section on our website, just below the red line on the homepage. Let’s come together in prayer for our nation!
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD River of LIFE Lutheran is partnering with Samaritan's Purse in the global mission project to bring Great Joy & Hope to children in desperate situations around the world and make disciples of nations by sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ with them.
How to Get Involved: Families and individuals can make meaningful memories start a new tradition this Christmas season with a focus on giving and thinking of others by packing shoebox gifts for children in need.
Important Dates: The last day to drop off a box or make a donation at church is noon on Sun., Nov. 24th.
For More Information: Check out the display in the narthex - Talk to Dawn, Shelly, or Valerie. Visit the 'Helpful Links' section on our website, just below the red line on the homepage.