March 17-march 24
PLEASE GIVE your announcements for the bulletin to Tonya no later than 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Items may be left in her bulletin box at church. Messages may be e-mailed to her at stpaulsec@arvig.net.
THE FOCUS of our 2019 Midweek and Holy Week services comes from Pontius Pilates’ words: “Behold the Man”. Please plan to join us Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. during the Lenten season as we look at this man whose death led to your life.
THE ACT is again sponsoring the Sandwich & Salad Suppers Wednesdays, until April 10, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. It is a free will donation towards the ACT. Serving Wednesday are Tyler Reese, Marissa Rehm, and the Jensens.
THE SPWF Prayer Service will be held today at 2:00 p.m. with Esther Circle in charge. All ladies are invited to attend.
THE MOVIE Gosnell – The Trial of America’s Biggest Serial Killer will be shown at St. John’s in Ottertail on Sunday, March 24, beginning at 6:00 p.m, and is sponsored by the St. John’s Youth Group. This movie tells the story of the investigation and trial of abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell and his 30-year killing spree. Pastor and Mrs. Weber have seen the movie and concur that the movie shows “a gruesome story without being gory.” The movie is rated PG-13. All are invited to attend. Pizza and beverages will be served during a break in the showing; free of charge. Further information about the movie and showing at St. John’s is available on the Fellowship Hall table.
FREE WILL DOOR Offering to benefit Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School in Cottontree, Liberia (Pastor Kollie’s congregation) is today. The congregation is in need of funds to put windows into the new cafeteria additionto gather funds for this mission work. Our offering will be pooled with an offering gathered by St. John’s Lutheran Church in Corliss Township (rural Perham) for this work. A potential donation to match these offerings through St. John’s is in the works in order to double the impact of your donation.
PASTORAL ABSENCE: Pastor Mann and Dawn will be out of town this Thursday to Saturday (3/21-3/23). Should any needs or concerns arise, please contact the elders. If pastoral concerns arise, please contact Rev. Kirk Douglas (Trinity, New York Mills) and he will serve you with the gifts of Jesus. Pastor Douglas’ numbers are Office: 218-385-2450 or Cell: 218-298-2342.
SACRED HEART Catholic Church-Urbank will be having a FISH FRY on the following Fridays during Lent: March 22 and April 5 serving from 5:00–7:00 pm at the handicap accessible parish center. Serving breaded fish, baked potatoes, beans, coleslaw, buns, bars and a beverage. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
In Service for March
Usher/Greeter: Scott Johnson, Chuck Fredericks, Wayne Hilchens, Gary Eckhoffs, Bruce Andersons, Les Deckerts, Sue Rosenow
3/6, 3/13 Don Millers, Stan Eckhoffs
3/20, 3/27 Wayne Hilchens, Jerry Eckhoffs
Elder Assistant: Andy Bode
Group in Service: Esther
Fellowship Hour Server: Ruth
THE FOCUS of our 2019 Midweek and Holy Week services comes from Pontius Pilates’ words: “Behold the Man”. Please plan to join us Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. during the Lenten season as we look at this man whose death led to your life.
THE ACT is again sponsoring the Sandwich & Salad Suppers Wednesdays, until April 10, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. It is a free will donation towards the ACT. Serving Wednesday are Tyler Reese, Marissa Rehm, and the Jensens.
THE SPWF Prayer Service will be held today at 2:00 p.m. with Esther Circle in charge. All ladies are invited to attend.
THE MOVIE Gosnell – The Trial of America’s Biggest Serial Killer will be shown at St. John’s in Ottertail on Sunday, March 24, beginning at 6:00 p.m, and is sponsored by the St. John’s Youth Group. This movie tells the story of the investigation and trial of abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell and his 30-year killing spree. Pastor and Mrs. Weber have seen the movie and concur that the movie shows “a gruesome story without being gory.” The movie is rated PG-13. All are invited to attend. Pizza and beverages will be served during a break in the showing; free of charge. Further information about the movie and showing at St. John’s is available on the Fellowship Hall table.
FREE WILL DOOR Offering to benefit Good Shepherd Lutheran Church & School in Cottontree, Liberia (Pastor Kollie’s congregation) is today. The congregation is in need of funds to put windows into the new cafeteria additionto gather funds for this mission work. Our offering will be pooled with an offering gathered by St. John’s Lutheran Church in Corliss Township (rural Perham) for this work. A potential donation to match these offerings through St. John’s is in the works in order to double the impact of your donation.
PASTORAL ABSENCE: Pastor Mann and Dawn will be out of town this Thursday to Saturday (3/21-3/23). Should any needs or concerns arise, please contact the elders. If pastoral concerns arise, please contact Rev. Kirk Douglas (Trinity, New York Mills) and he will serve you with the gifts of Jesus. Pastor Douglas’ numbers are Office: 218-385-2450 or Cell: 218-298-2342.
SACRED HEART Catholic Church-Urbank will be having a FISH FRY on the following Fridays during Lent: March 22 and April 5 serving from 5:00–7:00 pm at the handicap accessible parish center. Serving breaded fish, baked potatoes, beans, coleslaw, buns, bars and a beverage. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
In Service for March
Usher/Greeter: Scott Johnson, Chuck Fredericks, Wayne Hilchens, Gary Eckhoffs, Bruce Andersons, Les Deckerts, Sue Rosenow
3/6, 3/13 Don Millers, Stan Eckhoffs
3/20, 3/27 Wayne Hilchens, Jerry Eckhoffs
Elder Assistant: Andy Bode
Group in Service: Esther
Fellowship Hour Server: Ruth