PRAYER FOR OUR NATION: Almighty God, You have given us this good land as our heritage. Grant that we remember Your generosity and constantly do Your will. Bless our land with honest industry, truthful education, and an honorable way of life. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion, from pride and arrogance, and from every evil course of action. Grant that we, who came from many nations with many different languages, may become a united people. Support us in defending our liberties, and give those to whom we have entrusted the authority of government the spirit of wisdom, that there may be justice and peace in our land. When times are prosperous, may our hearts be thankful, and in troubled times do not let our trust in You fail; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE: Practice for the Children’s Christmas Eve program will begin today during the Sunday School hour. All children, preschool and older, are invited to participate and are encouraged to attend Sunday School weekly for the practices.
CHRISTMAS EVE PRE-SERVICE MUSIC: Persons who would like to share their musical talents by singing or playing an instrument are encouraged to participate in our Christmas Eve pre-service music at 6:15 p.m. Please contact Sunday School superintendents, Jessica Morphew (812-343-9110) or Lorna Meyer (812-350-5768) or send an email to sundayschool@whitecreek.org.
THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE will meet this evening at 5:30 p.m.
YOUTH GROUPS will meet this evening at 7:00 p.m.
THE LADIES AID will meet this Wednesday, November 9, at 11:30 a.m. at Stahl’s Café in Ewing for their Thanksgiving luncheon. All ladies are invited. Please let Jean Voelker know by TODAY if you will be able to attend. Anyone wanting to carpool should meet at church at 11:00 a.m.
THE SCHOOL FUNDING COMMITTEE (large group) will meet next Sunday evening, November 13, at 6:00 p.m. to receive information and financial planning that has been developed to date.
LUTHERAN WITNESS: Persons who would like to order/renew their subscription to the Lutheran Witness should contact Becky by next Sunday, November 13. Cost is $18, and checks may be made payable to St. John’s.
LUTHERAN ANNUAL: The 2017 Lutheran Annual is available to order – cost is $25.19 (checks payable to St. John’s). Please contact Becky if you would like to order.
ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT: Reservations are needed for this elegant, relaxing evening of friendship and preparation for the true meaning of Christmas, but the event is free. The evening will include readings, a variety of music, and desserts. Sign-up begins today in the narthex and will continue through Sunday, Nov. 20. Hosts are also needed for the tables. If you would like to be a table host, please stop by and sign up on the volunteer sheet in the narthex.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to serve on the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation committee to help plan activities for next year’s observance of this milestone anniversary of the Reformation. If you would like to be involved with this, please contact Janeen Blomenberg or Becky in the church office.
BASKET BINGO NIGHT: The 17th annual Basket Bingo Night will be held this Friday, November 11, in our school gym. Doors will open at 5:30 PM, with bingo to begin at 6:30 PM. Tickets are now on sale for $20. See any WCLS student to purchase tickets or see Becky in the church office.
ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE: The aluminum can drive is being held yet today. A trailer is parked on the church/school grounds to receive items. Many thanks from our school’s WCA organization for your support!
WCLS BUTTER BRAID SALE: Our school’s Butter Braid Sale is now going on through November 14. See any WCLS student or order forms are available in the narthex and may be turned in to the office - a variety of sweet breads and cheesecakes is available! Items will be ready for pick-up in our school gym on Wednesday, November 30, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. All proceeds from this sale are used to help with expenses for special activities for our students.
DESSERT DASH: Camp Lakeview is seeking homemade desserts to auction off during the dessert dash at its annual dinner/auction on November 19. Desserts need to feed at least 10 people (so it may take 2 pies to serve 10 people). All donations are much appreciated! Please contact Dave Vandercar (812-498-4742) if you would like to donate and plan on dropping off your dessert here in our Fellowship Room by noon on November 19. Thanks so much for your support, and everyone looks forward to your delicious creations!
EMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Dudleytown, will be holding their annual Harvest Festival Supper & Bazaar next Sunday, November 13, from 3:30-7:00 p.m. A free-will offering will be received for the meal, and baked goods and crafts will be available for purchase at the bazaar. A lift provides easy access to the lower level of their fellowship hall, and a carry-out line is located on the main level. Everyone is invited.
