January 2017

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH

“The Record”

MISSION STATEMENT Our Redeemer Lutheran Church

exists to daily share the message of Christ’s love and forgive-

ness to our members, the community, and the world so that

more people may receive salvation.

Our Redeemer is a member congregation of The Lutheran

Church – Missouri Synod.

GOD’S MISSION IS MY MISSION

AND GOD’S MISSION IS URGENT!

Monthly Newsletter, Volume 56

Jan 1 & 4 Jan 1 & 4 ((Jan 1st one service only 9:30am)Jan 1st one service only 9:30am)

Theme: “A New Years Challenge to Pray”Theme: “A New Years Challenge to Pray”

Scripture lessons: Psalm 90, James 5:13Scripture lessons: Psalm 90, James 5:13--16,20 Mark 1:3516,20 Mark 1:35--3939

Traditional Hymnal Liturgy at both services.Traditional Hymnal Liturgy at both services.

Holy Communion received at the altar railingHoly Communion received at the altar railing

Jan 8 & 11 Jan 8 & 11 Theme: “Is It Safe to Go Back into the Water?”Theme: “Is It Safe to Go Back into the Water?”

Scripture lessons: Isaiah 42:1Scripture lessons: Isaiah 42:1--9, Romans 6:19, Romans 6:1--11, Matt 3:1311, Matt 3:13--1717

8:00 AM Blended service & 10:30 AM Contemporary8:00 AM Blended service & 10:30 AM Contemporary

Jan 15 & 18 Jan 15 & 18 Theme: “A Thousand Points of Light, or One?” Isaiah 49:1Theme: “A Thousand Points of Light, or One?” Isaiah 49:1--6 6

Scripture lessons: Isaiah 49:1Scripture lessons: Isaiah 49:1--7, 1 Cor 1:17, 1 Cor 1:1--9, John 1:299, John 1:29--42a42a

8:00 AM Blended service & 10:30 AM Contemporary8:00 AM Blended service & 10:30 AM Contemporary

Jan 22 & 25 Jan 22 & 25 Theme: “So What’s the Theme: “So What’s the

Next Step?” 1 Cor 1:10Next Step?” 1 Cor 1:10--1818

Scripture lessons: Isaiah 9:1Scripture lessons: Isaiah 9:1--4, 4,

1 Cor 1:101 Cor 1:10--18, Matt 4:1218, Matt 4:12--2525

Traditional Order of Worship at Both Traditional Order of Worship at Both

Services.Services.

January Worship OpportunitiesJanuary Worship Opportunities

Sunday’s 8:00am & 10:30am, Sunday’s 8:00am & 10:30am,

Wed 7:30pmWed 7:30pm

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Happy New Year! I don’t know about you, but I always have such high goals and plans for the new year. I think, this

is the year that I'll do things differently - I'll eat better, I'll clean my house on a more regular basis, I'll keep on top of

the laundry pile, I'll be more intentional with my relationships with others, I won't commit to as many things, and the

list goes on… And then January 15th hits and I realize I haven't started on any of my goals - or, I've tried and failed.

That laundry pile has turned into a mountain! By the time November comes I look forward to the new year so I can

outline all the things I'll do better next year, and the cycle continues.

Can you relate?

A fresh new start always gives me hope for change, and it encourages me to do, and be better. But having a fresh new

start just once a year is not nearly enough. Thankfully, God in his infinite mercy has provided us opportunities for

many fresh starts! Every time we confess our sins and are forgiven; every time we receive the Lord's Supper; every

morning, we have a new start. As the author or Lamentations put it so eloquently,

Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning;

great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23

Every morning is a new day, a new start. His compassions never fail, and every day we are washed clean in our

baptismal grace. Thanks be to Jesus that in the midst of all of our shortcomings and failures, He forgives our sins and

cleanses us from all unrighteousness.

So yes, Happy New Year! But also, because of Jesus, Happy New Day!

A resource to share with you:

WWW.CPYU.ORG For anyone who has a teen in their life - children, students, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends - please check out

this website. CPYU's (Center for Parent/Youth Understanding) focus is this: Helping parents, youth works, educators,

pastors, and others understand and reach today's youth culture. This website has information on most topics that our

teens deal with today. They provide ideas on how to talk to your teens, resources with more information, scriptural

support, and more. CPYU puts out a monthly newsletter that I share with parents via email, it is an excellent resource.

Hard copies are also available on the youth board.

Serving Him,

Emily <><

“New Every Morning”

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DCE Mark Noennig

January 9th – MSUM and Concordia begin classes. Welcome a student back! January 15th – College lunches resume. January 20th – Game Night 8:00PM January 27th – Movie Night 8:00PM February 5th – Super Bowl Party 5:00PM

College Corner

Sign Language

At the Sunday school picnic, Miss Smith stacked a

pile of apples on one end of a table with a sign

saying, “Take only one apple, please—God is

watching.” On the other end of the table was a

pile of cookies on which a second grader had

placed a sign saying, “Take all the cookies you

want—God is watching the apples.”

Super Bowl Party!

Coming Soon! Sunday February 5th Super Bowl

Party in the College Room. The party will start

around 5:00 PM. So set aside the date on your

calendar.

Mission U

Saturday, Feb 25th

“Dealing with Tough Questions” This Mission U workshop is designed to help us live out and share our faith in Jesus with others. God wants us to talk about Him. He wants us to tell the people around us, in our own words about the beautiful things He has done in our lives. This year the Mission U workshop will address common questions and objections to Christianity and show us how to give sensitive and relevant answers that point to the Savior. Cost is $10 if you pre-register ($15 on the day of the event) Sign up on the Ministry Action Board.

“Afternoon at the Movies”

Cold Sunday afternoons in the winter are a great time

to snuggle up in front of the tv with a bowl of

popcorn and a great movie. That is what we will be

doing on:

Sunday, January 22nd at 2:00 PM in the

College Room. “Joni”

This movie tells the early part of the life story of Joni

Erickson Tada. How God saved her during a tragic

diving accident and has used her disability of being a

quadriplegic to minister to many individuals and

families.

“Traveling Light” On Wednesday January 11th, we will begin a new Bible study in the Fellowship Center from 6-7:00pm. The study is called Traveling Light and it is a study of Psalm 23. The study takes a look at our journey through life. The burdens that we carry that we were never meant to carry. Sign up on the Ministry Action Board and plan to join us.

Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary &

burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Jesus)

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MIND, BODY, and SPIRIT

We are all born with a heart condition- a place within our heart in which Christ fits perfectly.

Unfortunately, as sinful people, we try to fill that perfect fit with things of this world in an effort to

satisfy an inward longing. A longing for Christ. Some deny that longing and use alternatives to fix their

heart condition which only leads to disappointment.

As I listen in the Romans 12 Christian Bible study on Sunday morning, I hear repeatedly how we are

sinful, unable to secure eternal life, broken, and lost. We repeat history….the Israelites sound so foolish

when they tell Moses that slavery was much better, now we will die in the desert! (Exodus 14:12). But

then Moses tells the Israelites do not be afraid, stand firm- the Lord will fight for you; you need only to

be still (Exodus 14: 13-14).

Is slavery in 2017 any better? We slave away in sin- if it feels good, do it. If it feels right, do it. If it’s

good for me, do it. We continually deny our heart condition that longs for Christ. What would happen if

we “give in” to that longing by being active in Bible study, enjoy fellowship with other Christians,

worship, or carve out quiet time each day for prayer and devotions? What

if we stand firm in faith and be still as the Lord fights for His people? What

if we strive to support those in need and share the gospel with everyone

we meet?

This is the time of year when moods might darken, sadness might ensue,

and hopelessness might overwhelm. Happiness depends on

circumstances, joy depends on Christ. In John 15:11 Jesus tells us “I have told you this so that my joy

may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” Paul overflowed with joy. What was the source of

this joy? “There is a close connection between Christian joy and the attitudes of our minds. Because Paul

possessed the single mind of wholeheartedly serving the Lord, he viewed the circumstances of life as

working for him and not against him, and therefore, he could rejoice in the Lord no matter how great

the difficulties he faced. We will not experience the joy of the Lord when we are trying to live for Christ

and pursuing our own self-fulfillment at the same time” (Nell, 2009).

Now am I saying if we focus on Christ instead of ourselves we will never experience sadness or

depression? Of course not. Depression is a real condition, a medical condition that can be treated in

multiple ways. Talking with a Christian friend, seeing a counselor, exercise (to release natural

endorphins to elevate mood), appropriate sleep, and sometimes medication might be helpful (plus

other remedies). For some, depression is related to a particular period in life and for others, this might

be a lifetime battle. What I do know is being purposeful in our

walk with Christ is instrumental in healing our heart condition

and, at the same time, focuses our mind and eventually leads

to eternal joy. That eternal joy is with Christ.

Living for Him,

Collette Christoffers, RN, parish nurse

Reference: Nell, A. (2009). Joy is not an option. Retrieved from: http://biblehelpsinc.org/publication/joy-is-not-an-option/

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Canada Mission Trip July 6-13

Address Changes

Mark Felde 1408 14th St S

Moorhead MN 56560

Phil, Jesse & Lucy Hayes 282 Prairiewood Dr S

Fargo ND 58103

Nic Nundahl 11089 Robinson Dr NW #120

Coon Rapids MN 55433

Transfers

Kelly, Carrie & Henli Maier Avery, Maari & Gunar Clark

To: St John’s Lutheran Park Rapids MN

Nic Nundahl

To: Shepherd of the Grove Maple Grove MN

Josiah Karl Wasvick December 18th, 2016

Parents: Nathan & Sabrina (Stillwell) Wasvick

Sponsors: Tanya Stillwell, Romalea Stillwell Michael Wasvick, Tyler Stiefel

February Newsletter Articles Due January 17th!

Pastoral Acts

Funeral

Derrald Dewald 12/2

Helen Puffe 12/12

Quilting starts on January 4th at 1:00 PM

in the Dining Hall. We have many quilts to

tie. Please come and help us tie and enjoy

wonderful fellowship.

On Dec 8th we brought 25 Christmas quilts

to the VA Hospital and on Dec 12th we

brought 8 quilts to a Habitat family for

them in their new home. Our quilts are

needed in many places and bring a smile to

many faces.

Thank You to everyone who donated items

or worked at our craft and bake sale at the

Moorhead Center Mall in November. It

was a huge success. We made $1400 in our

sales and $225 in our coffee and treats.

Thank You!

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Revelation 21:5 (ESV) “And he who was seated on the throne said, ‘Behold, I am making all

things new.’”

From the CCC Director Angela Wheeler…

CCC Wish List: Can You Help? If so please place items by the CCC tree in the lower lobby!

Cardboard Blocks

Costumes: Community helpers (firemen, policemen, etc)

Lacing cards

Large beads w/string

Peg Boards

Toddler sized blocks

Large Trucks

Large Back Pack

Music & Movement Props

Trikes

Riding Toys

Push Toys

Cardboard Blocks

Costumes: Community helpers (firemen, policemen, etc)

Lacing cards

Large beads w/string

Peg Boards

Toddler sized blocks

Large Trucks

Large Back Pack

Music & Movement Props

Trikes

Riding Toys

Push Toys

Glue Sticks (Purple)

Bubbles

Cardstock: plain/patterned

Boogey Wipes

Paper Cutter

Coloring Paper

Flour

Cornstarch

Rice

Balls for the gym

Burp Cloths

Bigger Bibs

Bubble Machine

Music CD’s

Cardboard Blocks

Costumes: Community helpers (firemen, policemen, etc)

Lacing cards

Large beads w/string

Peg Boards

Toddler sized blocks

Large Trucks

Large Back Pack

Music & Movement Props

Trikes

Riding Toys

Push Toys

Foam Climbing Blocks

Bigger Book Shelf

Shelving

Storage Units

Balance Beam

Large Gym Equipment

Outdoor Shed for Toddler Playground

4/5 drawer Dresser

Desk w/drawer & shelving

Mailbox Area

Dramatic Play Center

Child Sized Furniture

School Age Play Area

Sponsor a room

It is a new year and most people will make New Year resolutions to change areas of their life. In the center, we

are always discovering the “new;” which is one of the great reasons to work in the childcare field with children!

Children are forever exploring and having fun through play. We love encouraging our students to always

explore their environment and watching them learn and grow through their environment. What is new in our

center you may ask?!? We finally have one wall moved and are hoping that another wall will be moved in the

upcoming weeks. Then it is on to installing our security system. We are anxiously awaiting to have everything in

place for our secure wing. We have many new teachers on staff which is a blessing because for so long we have

been short staffed. We also have many new families who have joined our center which is always exciting to get

to know the new children and watch them develop and grow. Please keep us in your prayers as we have

another visit from NAEYC coming up by March 30, 2017. We also have several other projects in the works and

we need clarity in which direction these projects should go. Wish List: There are still several items on our wish

list that we are looking for. Please prayerfully consider what you can do to help the center. Can you help with a

monetary gift, can you help with a donation or can you help with prayer? All help is greatly appreciated.

Merry Christmas! Angela Wheeler, CCC Director

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ave I Have

Lutheran Island Camp:

January Worklist

Chairpersons: Gina Strand & Kathy Kuppich Jeff & Crystal Asleson....................................... 218-329-0445 ................................................. missedyourshot@yahoo.com Paul & Sonja Beltz........................................... 218-236-1876 Dale & Lois Birkeland........................................ 218-236-6586 ........................................................ birkeland@cableone.net Margaret Brokmeier........................................ 218-233-2684 Chris & Keah Bunge.......................................... 701-367-0752 .......................................................... cbunge50@yahoo.com Ed & Clarene Butenhoff................................... 218-236-6608 Cindy Grandbois.............................................. 701-361-5313 .......................................................... cagrand@ideaone.net Brett & Elizabeth Janssen................................. 701-388-3604 .................................................... janssensjungle@yahoo.com Chris & Lynn Myrold......................................... 218-233-1116 .............................................................. lynnEH62@aol.com Jake & Stacy Hancock....................................... 701-412-6569 ...................................................... jake.hancock@midco.net Stephanie Harman........................................... 218-770-6572 DeNise Hearnen.............................................. 218-457-0304 Steve Kadrie.................................................... 218-233-6697 Gale & Julie Knutson........................................ 320-224-2056 ............................................................... jgknutson@att.net Larry & Deb Lenius........................................... 218-287-1130 Doris Olson.............................................. .........218-287-0843 Jamie & Kristina Otte........................................ 218-233-1974 ................................................................ kotte@justice.com Larry & Linda Pederson.................................... 218-790-9622 ..................................................... lpederson579@gmail.com Don & Vi Sannes.............................................. 218-233-3207 ................................................................ don.vi@cableone.net Wayne & Betty Settergren............................... 218-236-5726 ........................................................... waynes@berggrain.com Erin (Tom) Schwanke....................................... 218-790-8305 .............................................................. erin.smith@cune.org Betty Toman.................................................. 218-512-0378

Please call or email the office with any changes. 218-233-7569 orlcmoorhead@gmail.com. Thank You!

If you or someone you know is in need of prayer support

please call one of the following:

Lois Niewoehner 701-541-2288 Cindy Sprouls 218-329-9035 Darlene Larson 218-233-5295 Church Office 218-233-7569

SAVE THE DATE

Monday, March 13th

2:00-7:00 PM

An Adult Confirmation Course of study

entitled: “I have Good News for you!” will

be starting January 15th (Sunday’s at 3:30

PM). If you know of someone who may

be interested in learning more about the

Lutheran faith and belief as the Bible

teaches it—Invite them! Better yet, why

not come with them!

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We have so much to be thankful for! The roof has held together with only minor repairs needed to date. The elevator is working after minor repairs. The air conditioning units and boilers were able to be fixed, resulting in happy staff and more comfortable worship services. Our congregation has risen time and again to support missions and special projects. God’s miracles are around us everywhere! Unfortunately, attendance has been down this fall and so have contributions. Expenses remain fixed even when attendance drops which has resulted in a deficit of over $16,000 at the end of November. At the time of this writing, there is only Christmas Sunday remaining and many bills left to be paid. May the Lord continue to shine his blessings upon our work so that His glories may be revealed! Jerilyn Kazeck

Business/Facilities Manager

February

January 1/2 Walt & Margaret Moratis

1/3 Dave & Pam Mork 1/5 William & Chayla Berger 1/9 Dylan & Megan Shaw 1/21 Jim & Robin Bjerken 1/22 Saye & Emily Beipa 1/25 Mike & Janel Beauchamp

For this reason a man will

leave his father and mother

and be united to his wife, and

they will become one flesh.

Genesis 2:24

2/15 Chris & Lynn Myrold

2/16 Harold & Barb Kaste

2/20 Scott & Tami Stillwell

2/27 Mike & Val Cossette

2/29 Mike & Jodi Tracy

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A BLESSED BIRTHDAY TO YOU FROM YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN CHRIST

AT OUR REDEEMER

January 1 Stu Hoganson Liz Rogge 2 Nadia Bement Willis Stelter 3 Leader Beipa Paul Beltz 4 Alicia Bement Carolyn Olson 5 Arianna Andeway Janel Beauchamp Stacy Hancock Holly Holt 7 Gary Bloom 8 Emmalynn Bunge Jaelynn Bunge 9 Daniel Birkeland Sharon Mindermann

10 Spencer Barnum David Johnson Marlys Long Tanner Paulson 11 Tyler Richter 12 Kylie Cook 13 Susan Freeman 14 Evon Dewald 15 Arlin Karger 16 Julie Barsgard Becky Brockberg 17 Alphonso Beipa Saye Beipa 18 Max Larkin 19 Olga Gregor Marv Weispfenning

20 Bret Brovick Grace Busse Ron Jensen Amy Mayfield Steve Morgan Laura Zito 21 David Becker Judy Boen Teresa McDonough Monica Stensland 22 Skip Anderson Rick Hoganson Zachary Nundahl 23 Trent Nelson Marlis Ziegler 24 Evan Cook 25 Kristi Arendes 26 Jeremiah Bjerken 28 Greg Barsgard Amanda Loeffelbein

29 Shirley Radtke 30 Deb Anderson Kayla Peterson 31 Susan Hartwick Keith Strand

1 Gary Euren 2 Erin Bach Dan Biebighauser Ken Brown 3 Erin Pettigrew 5 Andrew Burns Florene Culp William Kirstein

February

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January 1 Mark Mindermann 2 Dave, Pam, Joshua, Hannah, Rebekah & Leah Mork 3 Richie, Laura, Elijah & Mya Noreen 4 Cody & Samantha Cox 5 Kevin, Jennifer, Arianna, Jocelyn & Kathryn Osmondson 6 Mitch, Maria, Hudson & Harper Piekarski 7 Eugene & Shirley Radtke 8 Mark & Julie Rohrer 9 Matt, Emily & Ben Sagissor 10 John, Laurie & Tristen Murack 11 Adam Neirby 12 Tracy, Cassidy & Courtney Nelson 13 Dan & Janet Nundahl 14 Larry & Linda Pederson 15 Blaine & Lori Ress 16 Kraig & Kristy Ronning 17 Brian, Michelle, Mikayla, Ethan & Evan Sailer 18 Jeff, Kim & Molly Schmidt 19 PJ & Heather Murray 20 Mat, Susan, Ashlyn, Tanner & Kinzie Paulson 21 Delores Pierce 22 Scott & Terri Puffe 23 Jay & Brandy Rodine; Brittany, Kelsey & Zac Weinzierl 24 Virginia Rosenfeldt 25 Brandon, Jackie, Abigail, Lucas, Madison & Lauren

Schmidt 26 Dorothy Schulz 27 Bruce, Riley & Katie Sjurseth 28 Jamie, Kristina, Lilia, Hailey, Grace & Caleb Otte 29 Eric, Erin, Caitlin & Rylan Pettigrew 30 Shane & Addison Richau 31 Don & Vi Sannes

February 1 Marilyn & Michael Schultz 2 Chris, Tina, Sydney & Garrett Skaurud 3

Gracious & Loving Father, You have created each of us, and have given us this great gift of life. Help us to treasure each moment, the happy ones and the sad ones, the healthy ones and the weak ones. When our lives are running smoothly, help us to turn to You in thanksgiving and praise. When our lives are in turmoil, help us turn to You for comfort and strength. By Your Word, assure us of Your loving presence in our daily lives. Keep us ever mindful of Your loving promise to always be with us. We pray now for these fellow members of Our Redeemer:

Sarah Strand, from China, will be our guest speaker.

NO potluck! A Chinese dinner will be delivered for

all to enjoy.

Young in Spirit meets the first Thursday of each month,

Sept thru May. This is a time for socializing for members

and guests 55 or over.

Young In Spirit

January 2017

January 1 "Right on Time, Just When We Need His Grace" Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz It's the right time to repent, turn to God, ask for His help, and trust in the risen Savior, Jesus Christ. (Galatians 4:4-7)

January 8 "God's Real Promise of Righteousness and Justice" Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz Jesus brings us righteousness and justice to restore bruised reeds and reignite faintly burning wicks. (Isaiah 42:1-9)

January 15 "Looking For God? Look to the Lamb" Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz Jesus' love, suffering, sacrifice, and triumph are all expressed in that most precious of titles: the Lamb of God. (John 1:29-42)

January 22 "The Word of the Cross - Power for Life" Lutheran Hour Speaker: Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz To the world, Jesus seemed to be a loser. He suffered what all would consider defeat in order to win new life for you. (1 Corinthians 1:10-18)

January 29 "Our Foolishness, His Faithfulness" Speaker Emeritus of The Lutheran Hour: Rev. Dr. Ken Klaus Many consider Christ's cross to be just so much foolishness. That is the worst foolishness of all. (1 Corinthians 1:18-31)

Thursday, January 5th 10:30 AM

7:30 AM Lutheran Hour KFGO790 4:30 PM Lutheran Hour KFNW1200

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Area churches and emergency shelters will again collaborate to provide overflow sheltering for people who are homeless beginning Sunday, November 6th. Training is required for anyone who plans to help provide temporary sheltering in a church site. Please attend one of the training sessions to make this an effective sheltering project. Refer to the list below to find a training date that fits your schedule.

Training Schedule for the 2016-2017 Season:

Thursday, Nov 3 7-9 p.m. First United Methodist Church

Thursday, Dec 1 7-9 p.m. First United Methodist Church

Thursday, Jan 5 7-9 p.m. First United Methodist Church

Thursday, Feb 2 7-9 p.m. First United Methodist Church

Thursday, Mar 2 7-9 p.m. First United Methodist Church

Call Laurie at (701) 200-0855 with any questions about training. All volunteers should be trained.

Training Location: All training is held at First United Methodist Church at 906 1st

Avenue South in Fargo, North Dakota. Use the entrance adjacent to the parking lot on the west side of the building.

Training Agenda:

•Establishing relationships and communicating effectively with guests

•How volunteers run a host site at the church

•Distribution of a Volunteer Training Manual for reference

Just in Time Training : To discuss the feasibility of doing training at your church call Laurie Baker at (701) 200-0855 .

Refresher Orientation: Previously trained volunteers can watch the 12 minute video posted at FM Coalition for Homeless Persons website.

This community effort is coordinated by Central Cities Ministries and partners of the FM Coalition for Homeless Persons.

http://shelteringchurches.wordpress.com/train/ www.fmhomeless.org

Sheltering Churches ProjectVolunteer Training

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Why I Give Through the Church

Because I know that everything I have comes from God, and, by giving generously of my income to Him through the church, I acknowledge His ownership and my opportunity to be a faithful steward.

Because the church is the best place I know through which my money can most profitably be used to extend God’s kingdom.

Because when I joined the church, I promised to support it, and I want to make that promise good.

Because making a pledge and fulfilling it regularly remind me constantly that I have a definite and important share in the ministry of Christ.

Because the preaching and teaching ministry along with the compassion ministries and missionary programs of the church have no source of support other than the gifts of church members.

Because it is in the church when I can each week hear God’s Word preached and taught and receive His body and blood at the Lord’s Table.

Because it is in the church where I was baptized, confirmed, married, and will someday have my funeral service.

Because it is in the church where I’m blessed to have fellowship with fellow believers.

Because it is in the church where I have the opportunity to use my time and abilities to serve the Lord.

Because giving my offering generously and cheerfully to the church keeps me from growing selfish and indifferent.

Because I am not willing to accept the blessings of the church without contributing to its work.

If you have not yet picked up your 2017 offering envelopes you can find them on the table in the upper west wing hallway. If we mistakenly overlooked you in assigning envelopes please let us know at the church office and we will give you a packet. A Blessed Christ centered New Year to you!

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Worship at 8:00 AM & 10:30 AM Wednesday Worship at 7:30 PM

Jan 1 & 4 (9:30 AM service only!) Theme: “A New Years Challenge to Pray” James 5:13-16

Scripture Lesson- Psalm 90, James 5:13-16, 20 Mark 1:35-39 Holy Communion celebrated at the Altar Rail.

Jan 8 & 11 Theme: “Is It Safe to Go Back into the Water?” Scripture Lesson- Isaiah 42:1-9, Romans 6:1-11, Matthew 3:13-17 Sunday after church: undecorate the church—your help is appreciated! 8:00 AM Blended Service 10:30 AM Contemporary Service

Jan 15 & 18 Theme: “A Thousand Points of Light, or One?” Isaiah 49:1-6 Scripture Lesson- Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42a 8:00 AM Blended Service 10:30 AM Contemporary Service Holy Baptism of Parker John Frovarp 10:30 AM service Holy Communion will be received via Continuous Line.

Jan 22 & 25 Theme: “So What’s the Next Step?” 1 Cor 1:10-18 Scripture Lesson- Isaiah 9:1-4, 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:12-25 Traditional Order of Worship at both services.

Jan 29 & Feb 1 Theme: “The Puny Wisdom of Man Put in Place” Scripture Lesson- Job 38:1-11, 22-24, 35-36 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, Matthew 5:1-12 Contemporary Order of Worship at both services. Holy Baptism of the son of Chris & Keah Bunge 10:30 AM service. Holy Communion will be received via Continuous Line.

Worship Opportunities for January

Grace Lutheran School “We keep Jesus in school, but not from others.” Operated & Owned by: The Red River Lutheran School Association Ambassador Choir & Band Concert Thursday, January 12th, 7:00p @ Grace Lutheran School National Lutheran Schools Week January 22-27 Please pray for our students and school as we celebrate our Lutheran School and our freedom to worship and praise God each day. Year End Giving Please consider Grace Lutheran School as you prepare your end of year giving. Donation envelopes are at all churches and at the school. You

can also call directly701.232.7747 or send your contribution. 1025 14th Ave. So. Our sincere thanks for your generosity! SAVE THE DATES:

National Lutheran Schools Week KICK OFF EVENT Jan 22nd @3pm

Giving Hearts Day Feb 9th Do you own a local business? Or, have a friend or family member who does? We are looking for a local business to partner with us on GHD and offer a small incentive to those who donate to our school on GHD. (a free donut, coffee, small pizza, car wash etc.) Please contact Kari at marketing@gracels.com

GLS Auction March 25th@ Ramada ANY new/unused donations can be dropped off at the school, especially seeking local fine art donations this year, so if you know a local artist, please inquire if they would consider a donation for our auction. Thank you!

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1-New Years Day 9:30A Worship/Holy Comm

2–Church Office & CCC Closed 6:30P GriefShare

3 9:30A Senior Bible Study 1:00P Staff Meeting 5:30P Prayer Warriors

4 1:00P Quilting 5:30P Dollar Dinner 6:00P Confirmation/Cross Training (CTI Music Ministries) 6:00P Cathedral Choir 7:30P Worship/Holy Comm 8:00P Youth Bible Study

5 6:30A Men’s Bible Breakfast 10:30A Young In Spirit 7:00P Women’s Small Group Grand Rapids Canada VBS Winter Trip Jan 5-9

6 Pastor’s Day Off

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8 8:00A Worship 9:15A Bible Study/Sunday School/Special Ed/Blood Pressure Checks 10:30A Worship 12:00P Undecorate the church 4:00P Today’s Light

9 5:45P Dartball at Fergus 6:30P CCC Board Meeting 6:30P Board of Education 7:00P Board of Trustees, Servant Ministry, Stewardship

10 9:30A Senior Bible Study 1:00P Staff Meeting 5:30P Prayer Warriors

11 1:00P Quilting 5:30P Dollar Dinner 6:00P Confirmation/Cross Training/Bible Study 6:00P Cathedral Choir 7:30P Worship 8:00P Youth Bible Study

12 6:30A Men’s Bible Breakfast 9:00A Circuit Pastor meet in Fergus Falls 7:00P Women’s Small Group

ANNUAL REPORT ARTICLES DUE!!

13 Pastor’s Day Off 9:30P Jr High Friday Fun Night Bowling

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15 8:00A Worship/Holy Comm 9:15A Bible Study/Sunday School/ Special Ed 10:30 A Worship/Holy Comm 11:45A College Lunch 3:30P Good News Class 4:00P Today’s Light 4:00P Sr High Night

16 6:30P GriefShare 7:00P Board of Elders

17 9:30A Senior Bible Study 1:00P Staff Meeting 5:30P Prayer Warriors 7:00P Joy Circle

NEWSLETTER ARTICLES DUE!

18 1:00P Quilting 1:30P River Pointe Bible Study 5:30P Dollar Dinner 6:00P Confirmation/Cross Training/Bible Study 6:00P Cathedral Choir 7:30P Worship/Holy Comm 8:00P Youth Bible Study

19 6:30A Men’s Bible Breakfast 7:00P Women’s Small Group

20 Pastor’s Day Off 8:00P LSF Game Night

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22 8:00A Worship 9:15A Bible Study/Sunday School/ Special Ed/Blood Pressure Checks 10:30A Worship 11:45A College Lunch 2:00P Afternoon at the Movies 3:30P Good News Class 4:00P Today’s Light

23 2:30P Eventide Comm Srvc 6:30P GriefShare 7:00P Church Council

24 9:30A Senior Bible Study 1:00P Staff Meeting 3:30P River Pointe Comm Srvc 5:30P Prayer Warriors 6:00P TNT gathering

25 1:00P Quilting 5:30P Dollar Dinner 6:00P Confirmation/Cross Training/Bible Study 6:00P Cathedral Choir 7:30P Worship 8:00P Youth Bible Study

26 6:30A Men’s Bible Breakfast 7:00P Women’s Small Group

27Pastor’s Day Off 8:00P LSF Movie Night

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29 8:00A Worship/Holy Comm 9:15A Bible Study/Sunday School/ Special Ed 10:30A Worship/Holy Comm 11:45A College Lunch 3:30P Good News Class 4:00P Today’s Light

30 6:30P GriefShare

319:30A Senior Bible Study 1:00P Staff Meeting 5:30P Prayer Warriors

January CALENDAR OF EVENTS OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH MOORHEAD

Confirmation Retreat at LIC

SCHEDULE Jan 1st 9:30A Jane Arendes (CP), Jan Kandt Jan 8th 8:00A Eleanor Moreau (CP), Ed & Clarene Butenhoff 10:30A Olga Gregor, Darlene Ellefson (CP), Giny A Mulari Jan 15th 8:00A Marlis Ziegler, Paul & Sonja Beltz (CP) 10:30A Mike & Val Cossette, Kelly & Ginny Burns (CP) Jan 22nd8:00A Glenn & Carole Borchers, Dan Biebighauser (CP) 10:30A Bill & Lori Lymburner (CP), Don & Vi Sannes Jan 29th 8:00A Carolyn Lichtsinn (CP), Jean Nygaard 10:30A Pat Puppe, Darlene Tysdal (CP) Feb 5th 8:00A Jan Kandt, Jane Arendes (CP) 10:30A Al & Carrie Wuollett, Betty Settergren (CP) Feb 12th 8:00A Glenn & Carole Borchers (CP), Lois Niewoehner 10:30A Olga Gregor, Doris Grohnke, Darlene Tysdal (CP) Feb 19th 8:00A Brian & Joan Muehler, Lois Birkeland (CP) 10:30A Bill & Lora Thielke, Lenore Becker (CP) Feb 26th 8:00A Bret & Kelsey Brovick, Carolyn Lichtsinn (CP) 10:30A Walt & Margaret Moratis, Don & Vi Sannes

SCHEDULE

Jan 1st 9:30A Jan 8th 8:00A Arendes 10:30A Tysdal Jan 15th 8:00A Nundahl 10:30A Moen Jan 22nd 8:00A Sjurseth 10:30A Euren Jan 29th 8:00A Brockberg 10:30A Lymburner Feb 5th 8:00A Kandt 10:30A Busse Feb 12th 8:00A Arendes 10:30A Tysdal Feb 19th 8:00A Nundahl 10:30A Moen Feb 26th 8:00A Sjurseth 10:30A Euren

Jan 1st Scott Moen

Jan 8th Al Wuollett

Jan 15th Ted Helms

Jan 22nd Scott Moen

Jan 29th Al Wuollett

Feb 5th Ted Helms

Feb 12th Scott Moen

Feb 19th Al Wuollett

Feb 26th Ted Helms

Contact Numbers:

Ted Helms 218-233-0930 or 218-277-5427 Scott Moen 701-367-5787 Al Wuollett 701-388-6245 Please let the driver know if you would like to be picked up on Sunday or if you do not need a ride. Thank You!

OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH 1000 14TH STREET SOUTH MOORHEAD, MN 56560-3762 Phone: 218-233-7569 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church LCMS 1000 14th St S Moorhead, MN 56560 Phone: (218) 233-7569 Fax: (218) 233-7729 Email: orlcmoorhead@gmail.com Website: www.ourredeemermoorhead.org Servant, Ministers & Missionaries Every Member Bruce Noennig Sr. Pastor Phone 701-388-4740 pastornoennig@gmail.com Mark Noennig D.C.E.—Campus Ministry Phone 701-261-3003 dcemark20@gmail.com Emily Sagissor D.C.E. – Youth Ministry Phone 701-866-4025 emilydce@gmail.com Collette Christoffers Parish Nurse Home Phone 218-233-2443 Collette56560@yahoo.com Jerilyn Kazeck Business/Facilities Manager Kristina Otte Secretary Gwen Bolster Special Education Director Eileen Kangas Sunday School Superintendent Gary Euren Congregation Chairman Christian Children’s Center 218-233-8270 Angela Wheeler, Director orcccdirector@outlook.com Grace Lutheran School 701-232-7747 John Hagge, Principal Missionaries Rev. David & Rachel Baker in Mongolia Georgia Witt in Kenya Life in Christ Lutheran Church in Grand Marais

Worship Service Moorhead on Cable TV, Channel 99 Wednesdays 8:00 PM Fargo on Cable TV, Channel 99 Sundays 9:30 AM Lutheran Island Camp www.islandcamp.org

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Mission Statement Our Redeemer Lutheran Church exists to daily share the message of Christ’s love and forgiveness to our

members, the community, and the world so that more people may receive salvation.