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So Now What?

Christ has been raised! The victory over sin and death has come! We’ve shouted our Alleluias. We’ve sang our Easter hymns. We’ve celebrated Christ’s resurrection. So now what? I remember shortly after Nick’s and my wedding day I had the same question that lingered in my mind. So now what? Our wedding day was such a celebration. We said our vows. We gave thanks to God. We sang and danced. But when it was all over and our family and friends returned to their homes, I could feel a “let-down” after all the celebration. What now that this day has come and gone? What now? After all the celebration, we live in the promises made. As Easter people, we live in the promise given to us by God through Christ’s death and resurrection. Grace is abounding because of what Christ did. Forgiveness and life are given. God’s love encompasses us. We do not live in a “let-down” after all the celebration; we live in God’s promises surrounded by hope. This is the abundant life Christ came to give us. It is the abundant life given to us even in the midst of the meantime while waiting for Christ to come again when the fullness of God’s promises will be realized. Whether it be war, distress, broken relationships, sickness, or conflict, we still live in the resurrection hope given to us through God’s promises. Each Sunday that we gather to worship, we gather to celebrate Christ’s resurrection. We gather to remember and to be renewed in these promises in which we live no matter what day or season it is. So now what? Live in this promised life given for you Easter people! In Christ’s Love, Pastor Sarah

Calling for ALL Generations

Join us on Sundays: June 2 and 9 and July 7 and 14 at 10:10 a.m. (after worship)

Help us learn from each generation in how to be Church together through your voice and stories!! Videos will be used with 3 of our own members starring in them! https://nebraskasynod.org/learn/generation-together.html

June 2: Generations June 9: Church

July 7: Faith July 21: Communion

What? Our Faith is Public?

Because we have lived under this myth “never discuss religion or politics” for so long, our society suffers from being able to have civil conversations which bring the gift of listening, learning, and two-way discussions.

Join us: Sundays, Aug. 11, 18, and 25th after worship (approx. 10:10 a.m.) to learn how Christ calls into a public faith

which means we do talk about religion and politics.

August 11-Commitments and Context August 18-Character and Characteristics August 25-Convictions and Continuing

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Remember in Prayer...

Henry & Marilyn Wellensiek Irving Stubbendick

Lorine Hespen Robert Hallstrom, Sr.

Donita Rosenthal Lenora Henne Delores Post

Lois Block Phyllis Bueslng

Helen Hawkins

Don Rosenthal Sharon Hudson

Don Carey Mae Lang

Dale Janssen Janis Ehmke

Lucille Niebuhr LeeAnn Zeiger

Steve Lade Robin Maestle

Ninajean Rohlfs Tim Panko

BACCALAUREATE SERVICES FOR THE FOLLOWING LUTHER

MEMORIAL GRADUATES WILL BE SUNDAY, MAY 5TH, AT BOTH THE

8:00 & 10:15 AM SERVICES. THEY WILL GRADUATE FROM SDA HIGH

SCHOOL ON SATURDAY, MAY 11TH @ 4:00 PM.

Dylan Halouska, son of Jason & Angie Halouska

Emily Holthus, daughter of Donna and Doug Armknecht

Brynn Krieger, daughter of Todd & Heather Krieger

Colton Nichols, son of Troy & Paula Nichols

Mackenzie Post, daughter of Chris & Robin Post

Reed Seelhoff, son of Andy & Hilary Seelhoff

GOD’S BLESSINGS TO YOU ALL AND GOOD LUCK!

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GET TO KNOW YOUR

COUNCIL MEMBERS

Hi I’m Nikki McWilliams. I am church council Secretary. I work

as a clerk for the Omaha Public Power District in Syracuse. My

family consists of my husband, Justin, son Nathan (8),

daughters Hailey and Hannah (5), and son Jacob (3). I was

born and raised in Syracuse. I enjoy golfing, playing volleyball,

and doing anything outdoors. I joined LMC in 2006 when Justin

and I got married, we both had family who attended LMC at that

time.

My name is JoDee Paulsen. I am the Worship & Music committee

member on the church council. I am a teacher/librarian at

Elmwood-Murdock Schools. My husband’s name is Chris and I

have three sons-Drew, Seth (Hank), and Wade. I grew up in

Syracuse. My hobbies include reading, singing, gardening,

canning, and playing with my boys. I grew up in this church. It

is my home!

I’m Gabe Meints and am the Council Rep for the Education

Committee. I am a teacher and head football coach at Johnson

County Central.

My wife, Sarah, and I have a son, Maverick, and a daughter,

Everly. I love playing with my kids!

I joined LMC in 2009— I was new in town and it was close to our

home and a great community of people!

WOMEN OF THE ELCA

Everyone is welcomed to the WELCA meetings. Please put these dates and

information on your calendar.

Dates to Remember

April 14th: Meeting cancelled.

May 2nd: 1:00 pm WELCA meeting **Host-Circle 2**

May 8th: BINGO @ Good Sam **Host-Circle 8**

June 5th: 9:30 am **Host-Circle of Faith**

NO BLANKET DAY THIS MONTH. WILL TRY TO HAVE ONE ON JUNE 10TH.

Donations for the quilt auction at Carol Joy Holling starts June 1st.

Item list for World Relief Kits are on the kiosk. Please consider helping with any

items for a kit.

Thanks to all our blanket workday crew 32 blankets were tied April 8th-Total 90.

We welcome material that can be used for blankets. Questions call Carol Wallman

at 269-5390

Many thanks to everyone who helped and donated food for the recent funeral

luncheons.

BECKMAN

PROJECT

$323.00 was added to the Beckman Fund in April.

Anniversaries

Bob & Patty Engelbrecht

Jerry & Shirley Siefken

Fred & Chris Bredehoeft

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March/April Council Meeting Notes

-Preparations for Holy Week are being made.

-New computers: Balcony computer running, software just

needs to be installed. Office computers not set up yet.

-VBS dates set July 15-18 still working on a theme. Senior scholarship applications to be reviewed by

scholarship committee.

-Parish Ministry preparing for Seder meal. .

-Stewardship – Researching different methods of com-

municating with congregation.

-Evangelism – Been helping with flood relief.

-Staff evaluations are complete. Goals will be revisited mid-year.

-Next council meeting scheduled for May 16 at 7pm. Semi-Annual meeting scheduled for June 30.

Youth Service Auction

Sunday, May 19th @ 9:10 am Youth will offer some type of service to another family or individual at LMC to

help raise funds for the youth Chicago trip. Examples: babysitting, yard work, house

cleaning, car wash, etc..

You are welcome to join LMC and North Branch members on

Sunday, June 2nd 4:00 pm @ The Beer Stein for Beer & Hymns.

POOL PASSES

The Evangelism Committee is offering up to 10 season pool passes, to the Syracuse Aqua Center, to needy families in an effort to help provide a fun and safe summer. Please contact the church office for more information.

Otoe County Relay For Life

Hidden Falls RV Park

6124 Steinhart Park Rd

Nebraska City, NE

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Happenings in

3rd Graders First Communion

4th grade Apostles’ Creed Milestone

Front Row: Cody Lorenzen, Caden Caudill, Olivia Foley, Deitric Pfeiffer, and Philip Armknecht.

Second Row: Hudson Johns, Grace Badgett, Brandy Johnson, Seth Paulsen, and Spencer Noerrlinger.

Back Row: Pastor Sarah and Pastor Alma.

Not pictured: Audrey Liesemeyer

Seder Meal

Choral Reading

Palm Sunday

Good Friday

EASTER

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May 2019

Worship Assistants

1st Service 8:00 am 2nd Service 10:15 am

ACOLYTES: May 5: Rylee Seelhoff & Lyndsay Engelbrecht Claire Noerrlinger & Gavin Kelch May 12: Ani Hitzemann & May 19: Nevaeh Zeiger & Isaac Hestermann Jaydon Nichols & Jacob Schutz

USHERS: May 5: May 12: May 19:

READERS: May 5: Glenna Bohling Karen Wolken May 12: Bev Sporhase Karen Wolken May 19: Cindy Post Lisa Lintner

COMMUNION May 5: ASSISTANTS May 12:

May 19:

POWERPOINT: May 5: May 12: Jase Voorhees May 19: Ani Hitzemann Claire Noerrlinger

AUDIO VISUAL: May 5: Andy Brace & Hailey Kirchhoff Nick Cordray & Steve Wellman May 12: Jim Pfeiffer & Greg Huskey Nick Cordray & Cody Lintner

May 19: Arlin Rohlfs & Nick Cordray & Colton Nichols

****May 26th 9:00 am****

ACOLYTES: Gavin Kelch &

USHERS:

READER: Cindy Post

COMMUNION ASSISTANTS:

POWERPOINT: Jacob Schutz

AUDIO VISUAL: Jim Pfeiffer & Andy Brace

VISITATION: Alice Perry

If you are unable to serve, it is your responsibility to get your own substitute!!!

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Youth & Family Happenings

The Youth Minister Corner

It will not be long and the school bells will go silent. Summer Vacation will be here and we all will be excited for the various adventures and events that will follow.

Maybe you have a family vacation planned? Maybe your high schooler has a summer job? Maybe there will be sports to be played. Or maybe just some quiet time to rest.

No matter what awaits you, your family and friends at Luther Memorial will be here. Our church’s programming shifts gears during the summer yet we continue to be a Christian Community together with; Vacation Bible School, Confirmation Camp at CJH, the Synod Journey to Chicago, along with many other community and LMC events!

We’ll hope to see you here! ~ Br. Nick Cordray ~

Sunday School

The last Sunday of our Sunday School year is on May 13th! We’ll celebrate together a year of growth and spiritual learning, as well as friendships and fun!

Summer doesn’t end the excitement, though! There are a number of opportunities for you to still participate in!

Vacation Bible School registration is open!

Contact Carrie Simon for more details.

Upcoming Dates:

May 5 - Baccalaureate Worships

August 24 - Faith & Family Night with the Omaha

Storm Chasers

Confirmation The conclusion to this year of confirmation is quickly approaching! I want to take a moment to thank all of our parents for how hard they serve and work to make confirmation happen. From providing meals so we can enjoy fellowship together, to providing rides to service projects and adventures, and volunteering as small group leaders; we couldn’t do this without you!

There are opportunities this summer for service hours with VBS and keep working on those sermon notes! We will need help with Acolyting and Slides. Sign-up coming Soon.

Upcoming Dates:

May 15 - Final Confirmation

May 18 - Service Event: Paper Shredding

Luther League

We have had some times together this spring; we journeyed to the Tri-Faith Initiative, Table of Grace, led Good Friday worship, and hosted our annual Easter Brunch. This summer we look forward to continuing the fun. We will be celebrating our High School Seniors on May 5th. Luther League will be hosting a Service Auction mid month. What are you able to offer? We will be ending the school year with a Mystery Overnight Trip with Pr. Sarah. We hope you will come help welcome the summer with a blast.

Upcoming Dates:

May 1 & 2 - Devos & Donuts (last one for this year)

May 5 - Baccalaureate Milestone, both services

May 19 - Youth Service Auction

May ??? - Mystery Overnight Trip

June 9 - Secret Spiritual Sponsor Reveal

June 16 - Dad’s and Dogs Brunch