Prayer list and announcements for February 27

In Our Prayers

Those needing strength and healing:

Gus Perkins, Kathryn Cutler, Tyler Hatzenbeller, Burton Paynter,

 Drucilla Hinrichs, Brianna Sanderson, Paul Feser, Lorraine Feser,

 Dale Kurth, Don & Marj Hinrichs, Pete Carlson, Charlie Berg,

 Tiffany Valnes, Laronda Becker, Annie Tieszen

Berle Meyer, Becky Berreth, Ron Frohling, Roy T., Gene Fruedenthal,

 Floyd Mertz, Bonnie (Judy’s sister)

Those serving with our military overseas:

Jamie Morris, Travis Bailey, Nick Leigh, Lee Osterloh

Those needing comfort and strength

Family of Jim Reickman

Upcoming Events

February 27^th 7:45AM Hecla Bible Study

                         3:30pm Confirmation

                         7PM Hecla’s Couple’s Group

March 1^st 7PM Hecla Bible Study

March 2^nd 7PM Claremont UMYF & Parents

March 3^rd 9AM Claremont Bible Study

March 3^rd 7PM “Shack” Study

March 6^th 7:45AM Hecla Bible Study

March 9^th Ash Wednesday Services

                  6PM Claremont; 7:30PM Hecla UMC

March 10^th 9AM Claremont Bible Study

Thoughts to Ponder

“The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety.”                                George Mueller

Claremont: Lenten services begin on March 9^th. Once again we will be having a light supper after the service. Volunteers are needed for each Wednesday of Lent.  A sign up sheet is available on the entry table in the narthex. Thank you in advance for volunteering for this ministry of fellowship.

The Youth Group of Hecla UMC & St. John’s Lutheran will be hosting a Baked Potato Supper on Sunday, March 13^th. All proceeds will go to help fund the mission trips that are planned for this summer. Additional information will be available in next Sunday’s announcements.

So often we forget to thank those in our community of faith who do the behind the scenes work. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their participation in the ministries of our churches. Everything you do is appreciated, no matter how small the task may seem. We are all part of the body of Christ and each person is a valuable part. Each one of us is important to the whole. Thank you for the part you play in keeping our communities of faith going.

Hecla: Plans are in the process for painting the outside of the church. Donations are being requested to help pay for the paint and supplies that will be needed for the project. Please prayerfully consider how you can help with this project. Dates and times will be posted once they are determined. Your volunteer help will be needed to complete the project also.

There are several opportunities to grow in your faith through Bible Study. In Hecla there is a Sunday morning study at 7:45AM, a Tuesday evening study on moderation and a monthly couple’s group on the 3^rd Sunday evening of the month. In Claremont there is a Bible Study on Thursday morning at 9AM, a Evening Circle Study on the second Wednesday of the month and a monthly book study held on the first Thursday of the month.

You are invited to participate in this time of study and fellowship.

Nominations Form:  Make a Difference with your gifts and talents

 The new Platform for Ministry adopted at last year's annual conference is in the process of coming together.  In this process is the need for the formation of temporary task forces, committees and work groups.  The nomination committee has put together an application form that gives all clergy and laity an opportunity to express an area of interest in which they would be willing to serve.  If you are interested please contact Pastor Nancy for information on getting the form.