WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH

ADULT CONFIRMATION

Pastor Schmidt has started an adult Confirmation class on Sundays at 10am in Pastor’s office. If you want to learn more about Lutheran beliefs or joining Word of Life, please plan to attend!

Jr. Confirmation (7th & 8th grades) will begin on November 10, 9:45 in Pastor’s office.

ELDERS AT YOUR SERVICE

If you have any prayers, needs, concerns, or just want to talk, our Elders are here to serve. Please do not hesitate to reach out to any of our Elders at any time.

Philip Dani – 402.525.7790 (no texts)

James Hewitt – 414-477-8963

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

SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thank you to the teachers and volunteers who have signed up to help with Sunday School, we are so blessed to have them: Carla McKinney, Linda Lowe, Amy Ham, Jane Dani, Ruth Walla, Philip Dani, Jane Hewitt

We are still in need of:

*a substitute/team teacher for 3^rd thru 6^th grade. Let Ruth Walla at 402-580-1764 if you would be willing to help out with this need for Sunday School.

* 7^th thru 12 grade leader/ assistant/substitute, Philip Dani has graciously stepped in to teach, however, if someone else would be willing and looking for a way to serve at Word of Life, please let Philip know.

Special Thank You to Sean and Avery Wieting:

After 14 years of being the leader of the 7^th thru 12^th grade group on Sunday mornings , Sean has stepped down, we thank him for his years of service and dedication to this group of kids. Avery was helping and leading this group during his High School years but now Avery has gone to College. God has blessed so many by the service of these two good men.  Thank you for your service to Word of Life youth!

LADIES CHARCUTERIE AND WINERY TRIP

Join the Ladies of Word of Life on the road! On September 22, 2-4pm, meet us up at James Arthur Winery for some food and fellowship. Bring something to add to our Charcuterie Board (crackers, cheese, sausage, berries, olives, veggies, etc…), get yourself a wine slushy or a glass of your favorite wine, and join us out on the patio for some great girl time!

HOLY LAND PRESENTATION

Please join Pastor and Brenda on Tuesday September 24 at 6:30 pm at Redeemer Lutheran Church at 510 S. 33rd Street as they will be sharing a visual presentation of their trip to Israel. Following in the steps of Jesus, their presentation includes Biblical sites from Galilee to Jerusalem, highlighting Jesus birthplace in Bethlehem, his baptismal site, garden of Gethsemane, Dead Sea and many more! Everyone is welcome to join us as we grow in the understanding of the physical locations and real archeological findings of the Bible!

There is a sign up sheet on the guest registration table in the entry to help the ladies at Redeemer plan for seating and food.

We hope to see you then.

Pastor and Brenda

ORPHAN GRAIN TRAIN UPDATE

The Lincoln Collection Center of Orphan Grain Train is celebrating God’s blessing of a new warehouse location by having an open house Saturday, October 19 from 11am-2pm. Please join us at our new location at 1901 Southwest 6th St., Lincoln, NE. A free luncheon meal, tours, and an informational packet will be available. Please join us and meet volunteers, donors and leaders from the International headquarters of Orphan Grain Train, Norfolk, NE.

CONSIDERING LUTHERAN EDUCATION?

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

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!

We are interested in updating our SCRIP program. Please follow this link to let us know what types of cards you would like to see at our SCRIP table!

SCRIP SURVEY

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 MORNINGS, 9:15-10:15am

• Sunday School:
• Preschool (3-5 years): Room 5
• Grades K-2: Room 3
• Grades 3-6: Room 2
• Grade 7-High School: Upstairs
• Confirmation: Pastor’s Office (10am)
• 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 Chosen”, working though the episodes each meeting. For more information, contact Philip Dani or Ruth and Dan Walla.
• 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:30pm, “Logos”, meets at the Meier’s studying Revelation

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

Giving Total: : $3,273; Building Fund: $10; Missions: $0

Confirmation Sermon Notes

Order of Service – Sunday 9/15