WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH

THANK YOU FROM

PASTOR SCHMIDT AND BRENDA

Brenda and I wish to thank you for the wonderful reception and love you extended to us and our family on the occasion of our 50th wedding anniversary. It was a true celebration. God has richly blessed us in our personal lives and in the congregations we have served. The members of Word of Life have demonstrated God’s blessings in congregational life as we walk together under His grace. As our wedding verse says, “We love, because He first loved us.”

VBS: TIME TO REGISTER!

VBS will be here before we know it. Mark your calendars for July 8-11, 9-11:30am to join us as we “Dive Into Friendship With God!”

VBS REGISTRATION ONLINE

3 years old-5th grade will participate as VBS students, 6th grade and above can be helpers, leaders, and teachers. Everyone is welcome to join us. If you’d like to help, contact: Michelle Meier: WOLLincolnOffice@gmail.com

CONSIDERING LUTHERAN EDUCATION?

It’s enrollment time at our Lutheran schools in Lincoln and Seward! Have you considered sending your children to a Lutheran school? Word of Life helps support families who make the decision to send their children to one of our fabulous Lutheran schools with Tuition Assistance spiritual encouragement. If you have any questions about our Lutheran schools, feel free to contact the office (WOLLincolnOffice@gmail.com), or contact the schools directly for more information.

https://www.lutheranschoolsoflincoln.org/

OPTIONS FOR PARENTS

In order to better serve our families, we have improved two spaces for children on Sunday mornings.

LIVE STREAM in our Nursery/Preschool room available during church services for anyone with the wiggles (young and old!). This space has plenty of toys to keep little ones occupied (parents should plan to be in the room with their children.)

Wiggle Room in Room #4 (the room just to the left out the Sanctuary door) is equipped with a TV to stream the service along with chairs, and a few toys. This is a great space for feeding babies or corralling toddlers! This space is also available during Sunday School for those who are not quite ready for the Preschool classroom. Parents should plan to supervise their children in this space.

And, as always, we welcome the squirms, noises, and energy that come with children. God put the wiggle in children, don’t feel like you have to suppress it here!

Children are a gift, and we’d love to support you in the faith formation of your family!

WORD OF LIFE DECALS

Did you get your WORD OF LIFE DECAL?

If you haven’t they will be available for purchase at the Scrip table on Sundays!

$3.00 for little ones

$5.00 for large ones

SAY IT WITH FLOWERS

If you would like to help beautify our worship space, consider giving flowers! If you have any cut flowers from your garden, or if you’d like to donate toward the purchase of flowers, please contact the office at WOLLincolnOffice@gmail.com.

SCRIP CARD FUNDRAISING

Super Saver and Hy-vee Cards are available for purchase on Sunday mornings at the Scrip Table along with other select cards!

How Gift Card Fundraising Works

Earn money simply by buying gift cards to use for everyday purchases, instead of cash or credit cards. For every gift card that is sold, the brand gives a percentage of that purchase back to your cause. You can be fundraising simultaneously while you do basic things like grocery shopping, filling up your tank at the gas pump, or even buying school clothes for your kids. Don’t pass up the opportunity to fundraise for Word of Life as you’re accomplishing your weekly tasks!

1. Pay online with your bank account

·       From your Account page, choose . . .

Settings > Payment Options > Add Bank Account

·       Follow the steps to automatically link your bank account.

·       There is a $.15 fee on each transaction.

·       This is the most popular & secure way to pay for gift cards! Get your eGift cards and reloaded funds instantly.

2. Pay online with your credit card

·       Visa, Mastercard, and Discover accepted.

·       Option to save your credit card at checkout for future purchases.

·       There is a 2.6% fee on each transaction.

·       A convenient way to pay, while still having instant access to eGift cards and reloaded funds.

Use Enrollment Code E897634C33726

PASTORAL CARE DURING VACANCY

When a need for pastoral care or an emergency arises, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team! We are there to offer prayer, support, and encouragement during all life’s needs!

Vacancy Pastor – Charles Schmidt – 402.429.7053

Elders

Philip Dani – 402.525.7790 (no texts)

James Hewitt – 414-477-8963

Dan Walla – 402-432-5805 (leave a message)

Church Office – 402.742.9673

Website: www.WordofLifeLincoln.org

SUNDAY SCHOOL & LIFE GROUPS

SUNDAY MORNINGS, 9:15-10:15am

• Sunday School: (on break until September)
• Preschool (3-5 years): Room 5
• Grades K-2: Room 3
• Grades 3-6: Room 2
• Grade 7-High School: Upstairs
• Jr. Confirmation: Pastor’s Office (9:45)
• Room 1: Adult Bible Study, studying of The Epistles.

MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDIES

•  2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7:00 pm on Zoom – Tom Hoegemeyer leads a discussion.
•  2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7:00, “The Way” meets at WOL – studies scripture and enjoys fellowship through concerts, game nights, movie nights, etc. They are currently doing a study on the gospels. For more information, contact Philip Dani or Ruth and Dan Walla.
• 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:30pm, “Logos”, meets at the Meier’s

PRAYER REQUESTS

If you have a prayer request or are interested in being part of the prayer chain, please contact Shan Bescheinen: 402.430.5140 or shanbescheinen@gmail.com

NEXT BOARD OF LAY MINISTRY MEETING: June 18, 6:30 pm.

FINANCIALS FOR MAY:

Giving Total: : $2,092; Building Fund: $10; Missions: $10