Church bulletin notes 4/27/2008

We ask the Lord’s richest blessings on our confirmands: Betsy Bader, Cody Birnschein, Aaron Bley, Cassandra Curtis, Lauren Davison, Zack DeFere, Jeremy Heimbecher, Amber Krueger, Ryan Nelson, Andrew Sanchez, Bryan Santy, Kory Sperber, Austin Weidner, Naomi Weidner, Jacob Wickman, and Kayla Zager, whose first Communion will be next Sunday. We pray that God would lead them to daily grow in His Word, to make Christian decisions, and to walk in His ways.
At last Sunday’s Congregational Meeting, 29 men and 11 ladies met in the Social Room and heard the following highlights: summer Bible classes are being planned; a leadership seminar is schedule at St. Peters for Sept. 20; there will be 11 Thursday night services beginning June 19 with Pastor Falk preaching; Paul Lutze is handling VBS this year, scheduled for June 16-20; the LES 25th anniversary party was a huge success thanks to Denise Davison and Dean Delfosse; the Faith Stepping Stones program to strengthen young families is in the planning; the website is being completely reworked and volunteers for that and to work on the stained glass windows and landscaping are sought; Paul Zimmerman was acknowledged for all of his volunteer work around the church; general offerings are short to budget in the first quarter by $24,300; and the Executive Board borrowed $30,000 from the line of credit so that the employees health insurance would not be cancelled. Ted Chaudoir reviewed the 10 recommendations from the Ad Hoc committee directed to ease the financial crisis, which generated a great deal of discussion. Nine of the 10 have already received attention from the Executive Board. Mr. Chaudoir and his committee were thanked for their hard work on this report. The 2nd quarterly meeting is scheduled for July 27.
The Ascension Service with area WELS churches will be Thursday, May 1 at 7 pm. at St. Peters.
New Retention Contact People Training will be held on Monday, April 28 at 6:30 pm.
Adam’s Rib meets Monday, April 28th at 6:45 in the Conference Room discussing “The Lies Women Believe” (and the truth that sets them free).
Wednesday Breakfast Bible Class at 6:30 am at Pudgy’s is studying the book of Samuel.
Sunday 8:45 am Bible Class This Sunday Bob Johnson discusses “The World is Not Worthy of These.” Next Sunday, Harold Lindhorst discusses The Triumph of Grace “Romans 1:1-17.”
The Youth Group is requesting gently used furniture (chairs, couches, kitchen cabinets, table games, etc.) for their youth group room. Please call Tim Rollin at 495-6671 for consideration and possible pick-up.
Artwork on display St. Peters students’ artwork will be displayed at the Sturgeon Bay Public Library for two weeks. Check it out!
Students! Camp Bird registrations are available from either the Mr. Lutze or Mr. Davison if you are interested in attending this summer.
Jump Rope/Hoops for Heart This year, 26 children participated in the program, raising $2,406 for the American Heart Association. Thanks to the students and all who contributed and helped in any way! Great job!
The Color Factory, a mini musical, will be presented by our Lutheran Elementary K-4 graders on Friday, May 9th, beginning at 6 pm. This will be followed by a piano recital involving Mrs. Thoma’s piano students. All are welcome to attend!
Mission news around the world—Bulgaria: Blessings abound through the continued regular worship attendance at the nations churches after the abrupt withdrawal of WELS personnel in 2004. Nationals continue to study for the pastorate. Two have completed their studies. Other nationals have shown interest in studying for the ministry if a way can be found to provide the instruction. Please keep our missionaries and their families in your prayers.

Church bulletin notes 4/20/2008

Wednesday Breakfast Bible Class at 6:30 am at Pudgy’s is studying the book of Samuel.
Sunday 8:45 am Bible Class This Sunday Peter Brickner discusses “Rahab – A person with repentant faith.” Next Sunday, Bob Johnson discusses “The World is Not Worthy of These.”
Confirmation is next Sunday, April 27 at 10 am. We will hold a Joint Ascension Service at St. Peters with area WELS churches on Thursday, May 1 at 7 pm.

Request The Youth Group is requesting gently used furniture (end tables, chairs, couches, kitchen cabinets, table games, a pool table, etc.) for their youth group room. Please call Tim Rollin at 495-6671 for consideration and possible pick-up.

No Classes There will be no Solomon’s Song of Songs and no 7th Grade LCD this week, due to Pastor Kolterjahn’s vacation (he will be out of the office and on vacation through April 27th).
Youth Group meets the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at 11:30 am. All 7th and 8th graders of the congregation are invited to attend!

Artwork on display St. Peters students’ artwork will be displayed at the Sturgeon Bay Public Library for the next two weeks. Check it out!

Pizza making day Over $3,000 was made with Thrivent matching $1,000. Thanks to everyone who helped make the pizzas as well as those who bought pizzas.

Students! Camp Bird registrations are available from either the Mr. Lutze or Mr. Davison if you are interested in attending this summer.

Adam’s Rib meets Monday, April 28th at 6:45 in the Conference Room discussing “The Lies Women Believe” (and the truth that sets them free).

Thank you to all who remembered me with prayers, cards, food, and transportation during my recent bout with kidney stones. I appreciate very much what you have done for me. - Pastor Falk

Mission news around the world—Russia: In spite of many temptations, a faithful Christian core still desires to hear the Gospel. Two missionaries are active in the field, with a call soon to be extended for a third missionary. Russian people are contacting a national pastor in response to his five-minute weekly radio broadcast. Some have come for instruction in God’s Word.

Church bulletin notes 3/2/2008

This Tuesday is our Preschool & Kindergarten Open House between 4:30 and 6:30 pm. Come and see how you can lead your children into their Savior’s waiting arms. Come and see how St. Peters Lutheran School can help. Bring your children, meet the teachers, see the classrooms, ask questions about our school, and pick up registration materials. Jesus said, “Allow the little children to come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14. Jesus wants you and your children to share in the joys and glories of heaven. We do too!
SCRIP sales this past week were $5,536, with profits of $166. Pick up your SCRIP this week at the table near the church library following all weekend services!
Wednesday Breakfast Bible Class at 6:30 am at Pudgy’s is studying the book of Samuel.
Sunday 8:45 am Bible Class This Sunday, Bob Johnson continues the study of Hebrews 11 – The Heroes of Faith with “Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph – Men who by faith were certain of their futures.” Next Sunday (March 9), Harold Lindhorst leads the class in a discussion of “Moses and his parents – People with faith who stood up to a king.”
Pizza making day is Thursday, March 13th. Order forms and red pizza drop boxes can be found at church entrances – forms must be in by March 8th. Proceeds go to the school computer fund. Please help with this project, both by ordering and with pizza assembly – it’s a fun project for a great cause! If you can help with pizza assembly on the 13th, please give Todd Maas a call at 746-8684.
GriefShare St. Peters continues its 14-week grief recovery support group meeting on Thursdays at 6:30 pm in the church library to help hurting individuals through the grieving process. Meetings are led by Pastor Falk, Charlotte LaCrosse, and Bob Johnson. For more info, call Bob at 743-4431, ext. 161.
Lenten Services continue Wednesdays with services at 10 am and 6:30 pm. Wednesday evening meals are served from 5 to 6:15 pm.
Upcoming Services & Events: On Palm Sunday (March 16), our LCD & LES children sing “The Hour Is Come” with the choir at Sunday services. Holy Week Devotions will be on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, March 17-21 at 6 pm. Maundy Thursday services (Holy Communion) (March 20) will be at 10 am and 6:30 pm. Good Friday service will be at 1 pm. There is no Saturday 5 pm worship service or devotion (March 22). Easter Sunrise service is at 6 am, with Worship services at 8 and 10 am. Easter breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 am in the Fellowship Hall. Confirmands share Bible passages on April 19/20, with Confirmation April 27 at 10 am.
Easter season is rapidly approaching. This year I plan on having one central floral piece with various lilies and spring flowering plants. Any monetary assistance would be greatly appreciated and can be either mailed or brought in to the church office during the week, with donations designated for a loved one if you wish. Unused funds will be put toward replacement flower stands. Thank you in advance. – Larry W. Maas
Men of the Congregation! You are invited and encouraged to volunteer your services in the kitchen to cook and serve breakfast on Easter morning! Call Bob Johnson at 743-4431, ext. 161.
Daylight Savings Time begins next Sunday, March 9th. Be sure to set your clocks ahead one hour before bedtime on Saturday evening!

Church bulletin notes 2/17/2008

In Memory of our fellow sister, Ella Marsh, whom the Lord called home on Monday, February 11, at the age of 89. The funeral service was conducted on Feb. 13. Her mortal remains were laid to rest at Shrine of the Good Shepherd Mausoleum to await the Resurrection. “Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him.” 1 Thess. 4:13-14
Preschool & Kindergarten Open House “Come and See!” John 1:46 These simple words of invitation spoken by one person to another led a soul to Jesus. We extend the same invitation to you and your family. Come and see how you can lead your children into their Savior’s waiting arms. Come and see how St. Peters Lutheran School can help. We invite you to join us at our Open House for prospective Preschool and Kindergarten students and their parents on Tuesday, March 4 between 4:30 and 6:30 pm. Bring your children, meet the teachers, see the classrooms, ask questions about our school, and pick up registration materials. Jesus said, “Allow the little children to come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14. Jesus wants you and your children to share in the joys and glories of heaven. We do too!
SCRIP sales this past week were $3,572, with profits of $107. Pick up your SCRIP this week!
Check out students’ art projects at church entrances in honor of our teachers/volunteers for their years of service. This week we are highlighting Mrs. Nancy Schrank, who has volunteered her time in various capacities at St. Peters School for the past twenty years. We pray the Lord will continue to bless her in years to come.
GriefShare St. Peters will begin a 14-week grief recovery support group meeting Thursday, Feb. 21 at 6:30 pm in the church library to help hurting individuals through the grieving process. Meetings will be led by Pastor Falk, Charlotte LaCrosse, and Bob Johnson. For more information or if you know of someone in the community who might be helped by his ministry, call Bob at 743-4431, ext. 161.
Adam’s Rib meets Monday, Feb. 18th at 6:45 in the Conference Room with a discussion on six lies focusing on the question, “Can we really trust God?” All ladies are invited.
Sunday 8:45 am Bible Class This Sunday, Pastor Falk continues the study of Hebrews 11 – The Heroes of Faith with “Abraham – A man content to live in a tent.” Next Sunday (Feb. 24), Pete Brickner leads the class in a discussion of “Abraham – A man who believed the impossible.”
Wednesday Breakfast Bible Class at 6:30 am at Pudgy’s is studying the book of Samuel.
Bible Classes “Share the Promise with Your Children” – continues Thursdays at 6:30 pm with Paul Lutze. “Prayer” Bible class continues Thursdays at 9:30 am with Pastor Kolterjahn and Pastor Zessin. “Life With God” continues Thursday at 6:30 pm and Saturday at 9 am with Pastor Zessin.
Lenten Services continue each Wednesday with services at 10 am and 6:30 pm. This Wednesday’s evening meal (5-6:15): Bob’s chili. Two Wednesday nights are open for volunteers to prepare and help serve a Wednesday evening meal. Please call Bob at ext. 161 to offer your assistance!
Meditations devotional booklets are available at church entrances with a suggested donation of $2 to cover expenses. Thank you.
Pizza Sale! Pizza making day is Thursday, March 13th. Order forms, included with the Feb. church newsletter, can be found at church entrances and must be in by March 8th. Proceeds from the pizza sales go to the school computer fund. Please help with this project, both by ordering and with pizza assembly – it’s a fun project for a great cause! If you can help with pizza assembly on the 13th, please give Todd Maas a call at 746-8684. Red pizza drop boxes can be found at church entrances for your forms.
Did you know? That the pastors’ telephone numbers are listed on the back page of the bulletin (as well as the principal’s) and the entire staff directory extensions are listed on page 2 of each monthly church newsletter (but we’d appreciate the no-call rule during class time of 8:15-2:40 for the teachers)?

Church bulletin notes 2/3/2008

In Memory of our fellow brother, Norbert Streit, whom the Lord called home on Saturday, January 26, at the age of 82. The funeral service was conducted on January 30. His mortal remains will be laid to rest at Shiloh Cemetery to await the Resurrection. “Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him.” 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

Baptism Alaina Daye Warren, daughter of Todd Sternard, will become a child of God and St. Peters congregation through the washing of Holy Baptism Saturday, Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. Witnesses are Katie Sternard and Kimberly & Brady Mirkes. Baptism Edie Pearl Sternard, daughter of Sarah Sternard and Todd Sternard, will become a child of God and St. Peters congregation through the washing of Holy Baptism Saturday, Feb. 2 at 6 p.m. Sponsor is Traci Busch and witnesses are Rob & Tammy Paul. May God continue to strengthen these children in their faith in Jesus. “Get up, be baptized and wash your sins away, calling on His name.” Acts 22:16

Wedding Kary Blome and Scott Anderson were united in marriage February 2. We wish God’s blessings for their married life.

Sunday 8:45 am Bible Class This Sunday, Bob Johnson continues the study of Hebrews 11 – The Heroes of Faith with “Abel – A Man who Revered the Lord.” Next Sunday (Feb. 10), Pastor Falk leads the class in a discussion of “Enoch and Noah – Men who remained focused on the Lord..”

Wednesday Breakfast Bible Class at 6:30 am at Pudgy’s is studying the book of Samuel.

Bible Classes “Share the Promise with Your Children” – continues on Thursdays at 6:30 pm with Paul Lutze. “Prayer” Bible class continues on Thursdays at 9:30 am with Pastor Kolterjahn and Pastor Zessin. “Life With God” continues on Saturday mornings at 9 am with Pastor Zessin.

SCRIP sales this past week were $6,255, with profits of $187. In-stock items include: Ace Hardware, Applebee’s, Arby’s, Barnes & Noble, Bath & Body Works, Book World, BP, Citgo, Davis’s Greenhaus, Dunham’s Sports, Econo Foods, Gander Mountain, Golden Corral, Hardee’s, Home Depot, JC Penney, Kohl’s, McDonald’s, Maas Flowers, Marathon, Max & Erma’s, Menards, Mobil, Pick ’n Save, Pizza Hut, Pudgy Seagull, Red Lobster/Olive Garden, Scaturo’s, Shell, Shopko, Sonny’s Pizzeria, Stage Coach Car Wash, Subway, Temptations Needleworks, Walgreens, Wal-Mart, Younkers, and others can be ordered!

2007 Statements are available near the office for members who gave $100 or more in 2007.

Artwork The students are making art projects in honor of our teachers/volunteers for their years of service, which can be seen at church entrances. This week we are highlighting Mr. Gary Thoma, who has served twelve years at St. Andrew in Chicago, eleven at Riverview in Appleton (former principal of both schools), and two years at St. Peters, as well directing forensics and musicals, and currently sings in our choir. We thank our Lord for leading Mr. Thoma to us and pray He will continue to bless him in years to come.

We thank the twenty-three who attended the School of Outreach from St. Peters. That is a wonderful large attendance.

Thank you to those who helped with the School of Outreach on Friday-Sunday, Jan. 25-27, and the Pastors’ Conference on Monday & Tuesday, Jan. 28 & 29.

Ash Wednesday begins this Wednesday with services at 10 am and 6:30 pm.

Church bulletin notes Jan 12 & 13, 1008

Baptism Evan James Shortridge, son of Stefani (Karnopp) and Dennis Shortridge, will become a child of God and St. Peters congregation through the washing of Holy Baptism Saturday, Jan. 12, at 6:00 pm. Sponsor is Carrie VanderGrinten, and witness is Joe Colegrove. Baptism Matthew Wesley Copiskey, son of Nicole (Carollo) and Jeremy Copiskey, will become a child of God and St. Peters congregation through the washing of Holy Baptism Sunday, Jan. 13, at 11:00 am. May God continue to strengthen these children in their faith in Jesus. “Get up, be baptized and wash your sins away, calling on His name.” Acts 22:16

Annual Reports are available at church entrances for the 11:15 am January 20th congregational meeting. Please be sure to bring your report with you to the meeting, where the 2008 budget will be approved and two new members will be elected to the Executive Board. Elder candidates: Chuck Cihlar and Chad Hougaard. Recording Elder candidates: Steven Grantham and Jim Peterson.

Next weekend we celebrate stewardship, NOT MONEY. The theme is “For Me to Live Is Christ – with My Daily Tasks.” In April our focus will be “For Me to Live is Christ – in my Daily Relationships” and in October “For Me to Live Is Christ – with my Daily Resources.” God has called us to live for Christ in our daily life. Through the Holy Spirit by God’s Word, we will grow in our faith. Through growth in our faith, our daily tasks, relationships, and resources will be viewed in a new light. Three separate booklets will be sent home with you to consider your calling by God and how you can use your tasks, relationships, and resources to live more fully for Christ.

Sunday morning “The Gospel in the Psalms” Bible class continues at 8:45 am this Sunday with Peter Brickner discussing “The Result of the Gospel: Eternal Life.” Next Sunday (Jan. 20), Bob Johnson leads the class in the discussion of “My Calling and My Daily Tasks,” (stewardship).

Wednesday Breakfast Bible Class at Pudgy’s is held at 6:30 am, studying Heaven and Hell.

Bible Classes “Share the Promise with Your Children” – continues on Thursdays from 6:30 – 8 pm with Paul Lutze. “Prayer” Bible class continues on Thursdays at 9:30 am with Pastor Kolterjahn and Pastor Zessin. “Life With God,” a class on basic teaching of Scripture, continues Wednesdays at 6:30 pm with Pastor Zessin.

Usher schedules for January – August 2008 are available in the usher’s closet.

Dear Members of St. Peters, Thank you for the lovely Christmas flower arrangement, and thank you to the many who shared their appreciation of the choir concert. Most of all I thank you for the joy and privilege you have given me to be the choir director. Working with this dedicated group of singers for the past fourteen years has been a huge blessing in my life. By now the members know all my idiosyncrasies and faults, yet they keep coming back to sing anyway! We are all excited that, after many years when it wasn’t allowed, we have been granted access to do ministry at the Green Bay prison. We will be bringing our Christmas message to the inmates on January 19th. Please pray that the Lord will bless our efforts to shine His light into their darkness. May we all freely share the joy that we have as forgiven children of our loving Father. In Christ’s love, Syda

Sponsor a weekend If you are interested in sponsoring a radio/video broadcast or bulletin, stop by the church office during the week or call 743-4431 to reserve a date. Bulletin, radio or television sponsorship is $40 each. Most dates are open for the 2008 year!

Nursery ends Due to a lack of children attending, this will be the last Sunday that the nursery is open.

SCRIP sales this past week were $3,794, with profits of $113. In-stock items include: Ace Hardware, Applebee’s, Arby’s, Barnes & Noble, Bath & Body Works, Book World, BP, Citgo, Davis’s Greenhaus, Dunham’s Sports, Econo Foods, Gander Mountain, Golden Corral, Hardee’s, Home Depot, JC Penney, Kohl’s, McDonald’s, Maas Flowers, Marathon, Max & Erma’s, Menards, Mobil, Pick ’n Save, Pizza Hut, Pudgy Seagull, Red Lobster/Olive Garden, Scaturo’s, Shell, Shopko, Sonny’s Pizzeria, Stage Coach Car Wash, Subway, Temptations Needleworks, Walgreens, Wal-Mart, Younkers, and others can be ordered!

Lenten Dinner – “men only” – 2nd Annual Lenten Dinner will be held Sunday, Jan. 27th at 5:30 pm. There will be a short Lenten message by Pastor Kolterjahn and possible entertainment after. It will be a great opportunity for fellowship. Reservations please, by calling Bob Johnson at 743-4431, ext. 161 before Jan. 23. Thank you.

Wanted: We are looking for two sets of volunteers to vacuum and dust the church. The schedule is made out six months at a time and you will have a consistent weekend. It takes about 2-3 hours once a month. Call Bob 746-6787 ex.161 to volunteer.

The Red Cross hold a Blood Drive in our Family Life Activity Center this Monday, Jan. 14 from 12-6 pm and Tuesday, Jan. 15 from 9-3 pm. Walk-ins are welcome, but you can also make an appointment by calling 1-800-GIVE LIFE or visit www.givebloodgivelife.org .

Thank you The family of Pastor Baganz wishes to thank the entire congregation for the prayers and care of both Pastor and Vivian over the years while they were here at St. Peters. A special thank you to those who gave Pastor Baganz rides to church each week and the shut-in visitation team for their visits each month. Thank you for the flowers, to the volunteers who coordinated the luncheon following the funeral, for the memorials, and special thanks to Pastor Zessin and Pastor Kolterjahn. During his pastorate at St. Peters, from 1944 to 1979, there were 1,721 baptisms, 1,747 confirmations, 619 marriages, and 602 funerals

Church bulletin notes 12/9/07

We thank Mr. Chris Driesbach, a musician from Crown of Life WELS Church in New Orleans, for being part of our contemporary service this weekend and sharing God’s love for us in song.

Found A pair of gloves was left in church this past weekend – brown leather, size medium – they can be found in the usher’s closet!

Sunday morning “The Gospel in the Psalms” Bible class continues this Sunday at 8:45 am, with Bob Johnson discussing “The Essence of the Gospel: Forgiveness.” Next Sunday (Dec. 16), Pastor Falk leads the class in the discussion of “The Result of the Gospel: Sanctification.”

Wednesday Bible Class is held at Pudgy Seagull’s at 6:30 a.m. with Pastor Zessin discussing End Times.

Choir rehearsals for the next two weeks will be held on Mondays and Thursdays beginning at 6:30 pm to prepare for the Christmas Concert, which will be held December 22nd and 23rd at all three services. Please invite a family member, friend, or neighbor to this worship service as the choir and congregation praise our Lord and Savior!

Monetary donations for Christmas decorations can be mailed, dropped off at the church office, or placed in the offering plate clearly marked as “Christmas Decorations.” Thank you!

Thrivent Giving Plus Forms…Have You Submitted YOURS? Thrivent members can contribute up to $600 per year to our building fund and Thrivent will contribute 50 cents on a dollar. Giving Plus forms are available at church entrances and the church office with checks payable to St. Peters School. Please call Sally Schopf, program coordinator, at 743-4444, with questions. Get your forms in by December 15th! Associate members are no longer eligible for matching funds.

Offering envelopes will be available next weekend near the church library.

Green survey forms If you did not fill out an outreach survey last week in church, please take one home and return it next Sunday. Look for the blue boxes at each exit. This is an important survey for the School of Outreach at the end of January.

Advent Services continue this Wednesday, Dec. 12th (and conclude on the 19th) at 10 am and 6:30 pm. Chicken and rice soup and sandwiches will be served from 5-6:15 pm. If you would like to bring a dessert to share, please do so!

Upcoming Special Services: Children’s Pageant: Sunday, Dec. 16 th at the 10 am service; Choir Christmas Concert: Saturday, Dec. 22nd at 5 pm and Sunday, Dec. 23rd at 7:30 and 10 am; Children’s Christmas Service: Monday, Dec. 24th at 6 pm; Candlelight Service: 10 pm on the 24 th; Christmas Service: 9 am on Dec. 25 th; New Year’s Eve Service: Dec. 31st with Communion at 5 pm.

Using SCRIP for Christmas gifts is the perfect answer for people on your list! Ace Hardware, Applebee’s, Arby’s, Barnes & Noble, Bath & Body Works, Book World, BP, Citgo, Davis’s Greenhaus, Dunham Sports, Econo Foods, Gander Mountain, Golden Corral, Hardee’s, Home Depot, JC Penney, Kohl’s, McDonald’s, Maas Flowers, Marathon, Max & Erma’s, Menards, Mobil, Pick ’n Save, Pizza Hut, Pudgy Seagull, Red Lobster/Olive Garden, Scaturo’s, Shell, Shopko, Sonny’s Pizzeria, Stage Coach Car Wash, Subway, Temptations Needleworks, Walgreens, Younkers, and others can be ordered! SCRIP is available following weekend services at the table near the elevator. New to our program: Wal-Mart (2%)! SCRIP sales last week were $5,371, with profits of $161.

The School of Outreach will be held at St. Peters on January 25-27 (Friday, 6-9:15 pm; Saturday, 8 am-6 pm; and Sunday, 1-5 pm). WELS Outreach leaders will present the following topics: Biblical leadership for outreach, change and the Church, strategic planning for outreach, organization, locating and nurturing prospects, friendship evangelism, church identity, worship welcome, new member assimilation, and the formation of an outreach plan for St. Peters future. All are welcome to attend. There is no charge to you except a small amount for materials. The deadline for registration is December 12. Please contact Pastor Kolterjahn to register.

Christmas Giving Trees are again available at church entrances. Choose one or more missions from the ledger on the table next to the tree. Place the money in an envelope with your name, amount, and mission. Put it in the box and hang a white ornament on the tree for each gift. All the money is to be given now. We will not collect money in January as we have done in the past.

Adam's Rib will NOT be meeting on December 10th. Instead, plan to come to the Christmas party on Monday, December 17 th, beginning at 6:45 pm, at the home of Jim and Mary Larsen (304 W. Redwood Pl.). Please bring a simple "finger food' for the buffet. If you have a favorite Christmas poem or story, bring it along to share with the group. Ladies of all ages are welcome. Hope to see you there.

Hark, the St. Peter's Family Sings: The Children and families of our LCD invite all to join them as they stroll Third Ave. in song sharing the true meaning of Christmas to Sturgeon Bay. Please join us for a good old Christmas caroling walk through downtown Sturgeon Bay on Dec. 22nd at 3:30. We will meet at the Third Ave. Bell tower, corner of Third Ave. and Kentucky St., and stroll the downtown area singing the sometimes forgotten, true meaning of Christmas! We will return to the clock tower for warm treats as we conclude our celebration. You are encouraged and welcomed to join us. Be a part of keeping Christ the focus of this joyful season. (Other area WELS churches are also being invited.)