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INTERESTED IN SERVING ON OUR VISION BOARD?

Ship at Sea - Horizon

Do you feel God is calling you to leadership within the church?  Would you like to serve as a board officer or do you know someone who would do a great job?  Vision Board is looking for candidates beginning February 2017.  Vision Board members are responsible for overseeing the work of church.  Vision board meets monthly and also has occasional special meetings.  As church leadership, Vision Board members are also expected to worship regularly and participate in the life of the congregation. We will be using a special nomination process this year. There will be more information in the January newsletter.

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LUTHERAN 101: THE LIVING REFORMATION SERIES

Lutheran 101 2016

Looking ahead to the 500th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation in 2017, this series is being offered to help explore basic parts of Lutheran history and theology that continue to shape and inform what it means to be a living Lutheran today! Want to know what it means to be Lutheran, want more depth into Lutheranism? See the LUTHERAN 101 FLYER and sign up for any or all 7 events through May 2017 by contacting the synod office. There is no fee for these events. Next 2 sessions: 

  • –Jan. 14 – Session #4: LIVING SACRAMENTS, presenter Pr. Kris Fahey 

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SYNOD SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY

This exciting new synod program is kicking off in January 2017! Planned for lay people who want a little more; who want to dig a little deeper into various areas of what it means to be Lutheran — our Lutheran heritage, theology, leadership, worship and spiritual practices. Find out more with School of Theology brochure and the School of Theology web page . The web page will offer 2 ways to register for classes – via paper form or online.

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MAKE SOMETHING HAPPEN:  COMMUNITY ORGANIZING 101

People Holding Hands

Don’t miss out on this impactful training in faith based community organizing.  Go home equipped with specific leadership skills to address the justice and peace concerns of your community.  $30/person includes registration, 2 meals, and coffee.

 

January 15 (3-8 pm) and January 16 (9 am to 5 pm) at English Lutheran, LaCrosse

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MULTIGENERATIONAL HALFWAY CHOIR OPPORTUNITY IN JANUARY

Joyful Choir

Our January Halfway Choir Opportunity is for those who cannot commit to more than one rehearsal.  It is also open to all adults and school age children.  This is the perfect opportunity if you like to sing but do not have much time or if you have never sung in a choir before.  We will rehearse on Wednesday, January 18th  at 7 pm or Sunday, January 22nd at 9:15 am.  We will be singing at both services on Sunday, January 22nd.  Please note that if you plan on singing at the 8 am service, you must attend the Wednesday evening rehearsal.  This opportunity will be led by Lynn Wegner .  You can contact her with questions.

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YOUTH GROUP HOMEMADE PIZZA SALE

Pizza

Attention all pizza lovers! Our youth group is busy preparing for this summer’s youth faith exploration trip to Lakeside, Montana. We are selling homemade pizzas from now until January 22nd, just in time for the Super Bowl!  If you would like to place in an order, please contact one of our youth members.  There are also order forms available in the January Currents Newsletter, at each service and in the office for those interested in ordering a delicious pizza. Pizza delivery will be the week of January 29th.

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