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April 2013
What Do You Like About Springtime?
Maybe youre like me. I appreciate all the seasons of the year. But I think I like springtime best of all. If you also enjoy this upcoming time of year, let me ask: What do you like about springtime? Maybe its the warmer temperatures. Its nice to get outside for a while without shivering after too long. If you do like springtimes warmer weather, then praise the Sun of Righteousness, Jesus Christ (Malachi 4:2). He is responsible both for the warmth of spring and the pleasures of paradise. Or is it that springtime offers you more daylight to enjoy? Its certainly not as dark as it was during the depths of winter. If you appreciate these brighter days, thank the Light of the World, Jesus Christ (John 8:12). He has enlightened each of us, both in our bodies and in our souls. Do you appreciate the growing leaves, the bright green grass, and the blooming flowers of springtime? If so, be sure to adore Jesus Christ, who is the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25). All of creation celebrates his presence at this time of year. And his is an eternal life that you will also share. One other thing to enjoy about the springtime: even more leisurely days follow it. If you also appreciate summer, you know that when spring comes, summer is just around the corner. Just so: Jesus springtime resurrection and your own! will usher you into an unending summertime of eternal life. And thats worth celebrating any time of year! - Pastor Walther
Points of Interest Brewers Baseball Hymn Writers Meetings Membership Class New Books Womens Event
Pastors Message Financials ROC Doctrine Review Spanish Outreach Pastoral Acts Worship Memorials
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St. Marks Evangelical Lutheran Church Our Mission To serve all people in Gods world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ on the basis of Holy Scripture. Our Objectives 1. To proclaim Law and Gospel 2. To strengthen believers through the means of grace 3. To equip believers in sharing the Gospel of Jesus with others 4. To provide a Christian Day School
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$99,509.64 was received for the general operating fund in February and the operating needs were $116,432.60 leaving a deficit of $16,922.96. With the carryover balance from 2012 and the contributions to the debt reduction fund, no borrowing was necessary so far this year. The debt reduction fund shows a balance of $33,234.39 the end of February. $37,104.13 was received toward our goals for missions, Lakeside, Property Maintenance, Debt reduction, Hispanic Outreach, and the ROC, The needs for our goals were $31,280.30. Contributions toward the goals were $5,823.83 above the needs. $20,217.12 was received toward Future Generations, the capital fund campaign, to pay for the school expansion and renovation. Needs were $17,760.00. Contributions were $2457.12 above needs.
Pebbles from the ROC - ROC Rummage Sale - Write a Hymn... Pebbles From the ROC...
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Recently we transported a bunch of teens (mostly unchurched) from the ROC to one of our churches for worship. Before worship one of the teen girls had a puzzling look and then asked Pastor Mueller why there was a banner in front showing a lamb with a cut and blood spilling out. The teen felt the scene looked cruel and gory. Since there was not enough time at the moment to explain the Old Testament Passover and sacrifices pointing to Christ, Pastor Mueller simply told the girl, "Jesus, our Savior and God, like an innocent lamb, the Lamb of God, willingly shed His pure blood on the cross in your place so that your sins would be completely paid for. Look the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world". The teen girl was immediately satisfied with the answer and the puzzled look was gone. Thanks be to God. FUTURE 2013 ROC EVENTS TO KEEP IN MIND: Sunday, June 23, 2013: Golf at 3 PM, eat at 7 - ROC Golf Outing (Sign a team up by June 15th, reserve a dinner, donate an auction item, sponsor a hole call Don at 920-261-1319) July 18, 19, 20, 2013 - ROC Rummage Sale (Donations accepted July 14-17. Please volunteer to help get tables, prepare, work the sale and clean up call Ruth at 261-6772) August 16 & 17, 2013 - Glenns Market Brat Stand Brat of the Week - Packer Brat
Please mark your calendar for July 18, 19, & 20 for another ROC Youth Center rummage/bake sale at the TSL (Trinity/St. Lukes) gym on Western Avenue. Start putting aside (so sorry that we can't store the items for you until the sale) your clean, undamaged, and workable items. Help is always appreciated to receive donations, sort, display items , bake goodies, and also work the sale assisting customers, receiving money, and to carry out purchases. Please contact one of the following with any questions or to volunteer. Thank you. Ruth Uttech 920-261-6772 or e-mail: rmurru@charter.net Pam Erdman 920-261-9674 or perdman@gmail.com) Joyce Zwieg 920-253-6788
Any hymn writers out there? Two WELS members are again sponsoring a Hymnwriter Challenge. The challenge is to write an original hymn text about the role of a Christian father as spiritual leader in his home. Entries must be submitted by April 30, 2013. The first place prize is $300.00. For entry forms, more info, or to read the winning hymn texts from previous years, visit www.hymnwriterchallenge.com or write to P.O. Box 562, Waupun, WI 53963.
Doctrine Review - Stewardship - Messenger Info A Little Review of Doctrine: Personal Use of the Keys Do you remember that every Christian has a personal set of keys, issued by Christ himself? Its true! They are not, of course, physical keysbut rather spiritual ones. Christ issued to the Apostle Peter a set of keys (Matthew 16:19). But these werent at all Peters exclusive possession. Instead, Jesus issued them also to every Christian (Matthew 18:18). Keys always convey the authority to lock and unlock something. These keys from Christ are none other than keys of the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 16:19). They are the announcement of the forgiveness of sins in Jesus name, or the forfeiture of that forgiveness through unbelief (John 20:23). Of course, we must apply Christs own criteria to the use of the keys: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word has no place in our lives (1John 1:9-10). So, we comfort penitent sinners with forgiveness; we refuse forgiveness to the impenitent, in order to lead them to repentance.
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All of this is exceedingly applicable in our day-to-day lives. The next time a loved one is caught in a sin, remind him, Sin locks us out of heaven. But upon the confession of transgression and confidence in Christ, you are released from sin. And the next time a fellow Christian apologizes to you, dont say, Aw, thats all right. No, say instead, I forgive you, and better yet: Jesus forgives you, too. Thats Good News! And its further good news that Christ has commissioned us as his instruments to proclaim it.
Stewardship Status & An Anecdote What little known ministry does your offering support? Pastor Walther quotes the following: It was just one visit. It was less than a single hour. But it was productive. So far: renewed church attendance, instructions in the Lutheran Christian faith, and a marriage have transpired all to the glory of God and the praise of Christ. Plus: there is promise for a few more confirmations. Those are the results of just one of your pastors Tuesday night visits on people we had not so regularly seen in worship. The above blessings never would have happened without the generous support of your prayers and your offerings.
To include an article or notice in The Messenger, drop off your information at the church office or e-mail to: messenger@smlcwatertown.com The Messenger Deadline is the 15th of the month. Information received AFTER that date is NOT guaranteed inclusion. KEEP ALL ARTICLES BRIEF : A PARAGRAPH OR TWO - NO page-long articles! Articles, notices, etc., are only printed once - unless otherwise requested, and all articles are subject to modification by the editor. Special requests will be taken into consideration, however please understand that for various reasons and space, your request may not be honored.
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Ladies Aid Thursday, April 4th 1 PM Lunch Pastor Topic by Pastor Werner Business Meeting All women are invited! Interested? Join us for lunch and a meeting! 1st Thursday of the Month: September through May
The next meeting of the St. Mark's/Rock River OWLS will be at St. Mark's in the multi-purpose room on Tuesday, April 16th at 1:30PM. The program will be a presentation on "Cooking for One or Two" by Chef Augie Magestro. Refreshments and dessert will follow the meeting. All seniors (those over 55) are cordially invited.
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Admin., Outreach/Discipleship -Pastor James Werner (262-8506) pastor.werner@smlcwatertown.com Education & Youth - Pastor Michael Jensen (262-8505) pastor.jensen@smlswatertown.com Hispanic Outreach & Elders - Pastor Karl Walther (262-8504) pastor.walther@smlcwatertown.com Music Minister - Adrian Smith (262-8500 Ext. 230) adrian.smith@smlcwatertown.com Spanish Deacon - Dale Hella (285-6261) Church Administrative Assistant - Linda Stark (262-8500) church.secretary@smlcwatertown.com Church Accountant - Barb Bartz (262-8500 Ext. 224) barb.bartz@smlcwatertown.com Church/School Maint. Mgr. - A.J. Ritschke (262-8501 Ext. 304) ajritschke@gmail.com Christian Counselor - Ron Paynter (920-723-4283)
Funeral Robert Johnson Baptism: Patrick James Webb Ethan Sylvester Olszewski Joshua John Demos Welsely Joseph Bielefeldt Mason David Klug
Date of Death Funeral 3-3-13 3-8-13 Birth 1-28-13 2-16-13 8-26-12 7-6-11 2-14-13 Baptism 3-2-13 3-16-13 3-17-13 3-17-13 3-24-13 Parents Nathan & Amanda (Bartz) Webb Jonathan & Tara (Schuett) Olszewski Jeremy & Heather (Bielefeldt) Demos Joe & Melissa (Baurichter) Bielefeldt Zachary & Santana (Pirkel) Klug
Womens Conference Even as God led the Israelites through the desert after they left Egypt, he also leads us on our journey through this life. Instead of a pillar of cloud or fire, he has given us the Bible, the basic principles he wants us to follow, and ample examples from which we can learn. While the truths of Scripture are constant, a study of the application of those truths will be very helpful for all Christian women who find themselves in leadership positions. Join us as we come together to better understand Gods desire for each of us as laid out in the Bible, with a special focus on the unique calling God has for women as leaders, and then discuss the application of these Biblical truths to our varied personal lives. Hosted by WELS Womens Ministry Committee - www.welswomen.net - Friday & Saturday, July 19 & 20 Conference LocationWisconsin Lutheran Seminary, 11831 N. Seminary Dr., Mequon WI 53092 www.wls.wels.net Details, cost, on-line registration, etc. www.welswomen.net/conference
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Worship This Month... The Easter Season celebrates Christs resurrection and its benefits for us. April 3, 6, 7 Easter 2 : 1 Peter 3:18-22 Our Baptism Connects Us to Christs Redemption April 10, 13, 14 Easter 3: Ephesians 2:19-22 The Risen Christ Is the Cornerstone of Gods Holy Temple April 17, 20, 21 Good Shepherd: Revelation 7:9-17 The Triumphant Lamb is our Shepherd April 24, 27, 28 Mission Festival: Pastor Robert Hein preaches on Christian Aid & Relief
Caring Crafters Are you looking to downsize and getting rid of that extra yarn? The Caring Crafters are in need of yarn donations. They are a group of ladies who knit and crochet. They make hats, mittens, and scarves for Social Services, prayer shawls for cancer patients, skull caps for the military to wear under their helmets, and headbands for Special Olympics. Please bring it to the Watertown Senior Citizens Center at 514 South First Street. Contact Bethel Schmidt at 920-261-2270 with questions.
Would you like to become a member? This also includes our high school students who have not yet been confirmed! How? Bible Information Class Who? Anyone, really especially those not confirmed in a conservative Lutheran church When does it start? May 8th What time of week? 7:00 8:30 on Wednesday nights For how long? Into August Where? Parish Center: Room B-2 Downstairs What to bring? A pencil, if youd like Need more info? Pastor Walther: 262-8504
Memorials/Giving in Celebration
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Memorials for St. Marks Church, School, Missions, School Building Fund, the ROC, St. Marks Scholarship Fund, etc. These memorials have been given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of the following:
Daniel Baumann Jerry & Cheryl Heiman Marylyn Bork Glen & Di Lohr, Rev. & Mrs. James Werner, Linda Stark, Paul & Mardelle Schuett, Helen Zwieg, Fred Sievert, Randal & Sheryl Christian, Stephen & Kathleen Duwe, Carmen & Matthew Schaller, Matthew & Diane McCormack, Renk Seed Company, Mary Lou Fox, Amber Kaesermann Gerald Brennecke Caroline Arndt Myra Fredrich Earl & Sue Zubke, Bill Christian Elizabeth (Betty) Fredrick Robert & Beatrice Krueger, Phyllis Fredrick, Bill & Marieta Klink, Walter & June Kopfer, Tom Kopfer, Don & Arlene Grulke, Fred & Julie Guenterberg, Diane Haseleu, Loren Holzhueter Family, Aaron Holzhueter, James & Donna Larrabee, William & Gary Lenius, Wayne & Nancy Lohr, Doris Moore, Bridget Moore, Bea & Jim, Milton Thomasen Family, Gwen & Phil Thomasen, Earl & Sue Zubke, Joe & Gloria Jilek, Robert & Lorelei Fredrick, Ron & Kathy Miller, Kim & Jerry Thomasen, Carol Faltersack, Phil & Kim Nicholas, Dan & Amanda Rendon, Armund & Violet Christian, George & Darlene Lemberger, Helen Waller, Dave & Ruth Fredrick, Scott & Erin Maron, Alfred & Jean Schamke, Agnes Thomasen, John & Julie Strieter, David & Julie Hildebrandt, Bob & Gail Hall, Patricia LarrabeeZastrow, Arleigh Hansen, Harvey Grulke John T. Herzog Charles & Sue Mahan, Kimberly & Philip Nicholas, Gloria Anderson, Glen & Di Lohr, Mr. & Mrs. Joshua Wegner & family, Jo Bruhn, Margaret Griep, Mr. & Mrs. Tom Ridgeman, Watertown Bowl, Mr. & Mrs. Dale Henning, Susan Kopiness, Mr. & Mrs. William Schultz, Mr. & Mrs. James Thoma & family, Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Zautner, Ken Lenius, Mr. & Mrs. Peter Westermeyer, Mr. & Mrs. Herman Zastrow, Sandra Radloff, Mr. & Mrs. William Nelson & family, Judy Quam, Phyllis Gerth, Rev. & Mrs. Carl Voss, Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Schaller & family, Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Steindorf, Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Lohr, Yvonne Habermann, Kevin Zubke, Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Neitzel Franklin Huebner Delores Fredrick, Mary Lou Fox, Amber Kaeserman, Don & Arlene Grulke Robert Johnson Sylvia Tester, Dorothy Zubke Edward Kuckkan Roy & Betty Zastrow, Dwight & Connie Brunk, Marie Dobbratz, Shirley Bartel, Lyle & Karen Borth Marie Kwapil Keith & Rhonda Christian Pat Peirick Bruce Christian Jerry Riedl Tim & Debra King Leland Rupnow Dorothy Zubke Gladys Scheele Earl & Sue Zubke, Mark & Brenda Hollenbeck & family, Nancy & Roger Buske Franklin Schliewe David & Carol May, Marvin & Barb Hanke, friends & family Clifford Scott Marlene & Bob Dunn, Keith & Rhonda Christian Elsie Sellnow Lavern Ebert & Family, Pat & Millie Beaudoin, Risten Schuppert, Rita Lenius Hensch, Tama & Ronald Griffin, Greg & Dawn Anderson, Herb & Vivian Lenius, Graham & Gloria Anderson, Geoff Anderson, Marilyn Kohls, Delores Schmidt, John & Sharon Schuppert & Family, Brian & Amy Treptow Carolyn Stallman Catherine King Glen Storrs Ken & June Koltz, Robert & Marian Heese, James & Linda Dobbs, Dick & Carol Berner, Louis & Lucille Kemnitz, Randy & Becky Cox, Jim & Karen Huhn, Sandra Radloff, Dennis & Joan Fletcher, Stanley & Linda Whitney, Kerry & Carie Ann Koltz, Timothy & Kathleen Rehbaum, Ron & Anne Hahm, David & Betty Reul, Ruth Smith, Don & Sue Katra, Richard & Kristin Nedow, Roger & Bette Hopmann, Tracy Robinson, David & Carol May, Donald Koehler, Scott & Tamara Monroe, Daniel & Sharon Kemnitz, Renee Hessler, Dona Winter, Rev. Jerry & Betty Robertson, Tom & Kathy Suffrins, Herman & Pat Zastrow, Marion Makowski, Kevin & Trisha Smith, Tom & Lori Wrensch, Virtelee Bjorge, Kenneth & Charlotte Storrs, Gaylen & Kathy Olson, Cynthia Christianson, Karen Ladner, Ronald & Marliss Steindorf, Yvonne Habermann, Scott & Tracey Mill, Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Lemar, Mrs. Jane Swanson, Mr. & Mrs. Bill Jackson, Mr. & Mrs. Larry Sletten, Mrs. Kathryn Seibel, Bethesda Lutheran Communities, Barb Wegner, Mr. & Mrs. Jake Marlock, Mr. & Mrs. Randy Walker, Wayne & Nancy Lohr Don Wolter Tim & Debra King, Shawn & Marcie Wolter, Eric & Carol Schloesser, Daryl & Debra Hundt, Arvin & Gloria Duehring, AJ & Rhonda Ritschke, Gertrude Zubke Ken & Gloria Jacobs, Mar & Dorothy Kuenzi Gifts given to Church or School... Everett & Marleen Borth gave a gift to St. Marks School Fund on behalf of the 75th wedding anniversary of Marleens parents, Clifford & June Altwies, on March 2nd. Wes Altwies gave a gift to St. Marks School Fund on behalf of the 75th wedding anniversary of his brother & wife, Clifford & June Altwies, on March 2nd. Werner & Barbara Klein gave a gift to St. Marks School Fund on behalf of the 75th wedding anniversary of Barbaras Aunt & Uncle, Clifford & June Altwies, on March 2nd. Pat Peterson gave a gift to the church in memory of her late parents, Lloyd & Mae Behling, whose birthdays were in April. We apologize for any misspelled names.
December 2011St. Marks Ev. Lutheran Church Calendar Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
215 N. 6th Street, Watertown, WI 53094 Phone (920)-262-8500 1 7PM Womens 2 12:10 Lets Do 3 10AM GoldenLiving 4 5 6
Bible Study (B3) 7PM Leadership Bible Study (B2) 8PM Standing Bds Lunch (MP) 7PM AA Mtg (B1) 2:30 Highland House
7PM Church Service
11AM: Kortendick/ Alviar Wedding 1:30PM: Hasslinger/ Jagow Wedding 6PM Church Service
Church Services 7:30, 9:00 & 10:45AM 9/10:30AM Bible Study (B2) (Prof. Kobleske) 9AM Kids 4 Christ 6:30PM Spanish Service
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6PM: Praise Singers 7PM: Adult Handbells 7PM Ministry Council
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Central Pastors Conference in Madison
12:10 NO Lets Do Lunch (MP) 7PM AA Mtg (B1)
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2:30 Johnson Arms 3:45 Gr. 6-7 Catechism 7PM Bible Info Class 7PM Church Service 9AM/4PM Bible Class 10:30AM Zinzendorf 6PM Ladies Choir 6:45PM Chorale 8PM Mens Choir
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7:30, 9:00 & 10:45AM
8:45 Saviors Message- B1
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9:50AM WHS C2 6PM: Praise Singers 7PM: Adult Handbells 7PM VotersAssembly 7PM Womens Bible Study (B3)
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12:10 Lets Do Lunch (MP) 1:30PM OWLS Mtg. (MP) 7PM AA Mtg (B1)
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10AM Golden Living 3:45 Gr. 6-7 Catechism 7PM Bible Info Class
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6AM Dawn Patrol (MP) 9AM/4PM Bible Class 6PM Ladies Choir 6:45PM Chorale 8PM Mens Choir
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11:30AM: School Early Release
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WELS Handbell Festival at St. Johns in Wauwatosa
9/10:30AM Bible Study (B2) (Prof. Kobleske) 9AM Kids 4 Christ 1:30PM FAF Concert At Lakeside 6:30PM Spanish Service
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7:30, 9:00 & 10:45AM
8:45 Saviors Message- B1
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6PM Praise Singers 7PM Adult Handbells 7PM Caregivers Support Group (B2)
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12:10 Lets Do Lunch (MP) 7PM AA Mtg (B1)
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10:15AM Marquardt 3:45 Gr. 6-7 Catechism 7PM Bible Info Class 7PM Mission Festival Church Service
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9AM/4PM Bible Class 10:30AM Zinzendorf 6PM Ladies Choir 6:30PM: Spring Band & Choir Concert at School 6:45PM Chorale 8PM Mens Choir
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6PM Contemporary Mission Festival Church Service
9AM Kids 4 Christ 9/10:30AM Bible Study (B2) (Prof. Kobleske) 2PM WELS Handbell Concert in Wauwatosa 6:30PM Spanish Service
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Church Services 7:30, 9:00 & 10:45AM
8:45 Saviors Message- B1
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9:50AM WHS C2
6PM Praise Singers
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April
Thursday 3 4 No School Easter Break 10 11 No School Easter Break 12 Friday 5
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Saturday 6
Church 6pm
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Market Day PU 2pm
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Lakeside Fine Arts Fair Band, Omega Choir, Solos, Ensembles @LLHS LPS Testing 9am Church 6pm
Church 7pm
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Lakeside Fine Arts Fair Concert Band and Omega Choir @LLHS 1pm Church Services 7:30, 9, 10:45am Faculty Mtg. 3:30 P.M. Voters Meeting 7pm
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LLHS Grade School Math Meet @ LLHS 4pm Church 7pm
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Early Release
11:30 am Curriculum 11:45 am PJ Reading Time 6pm
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Church 6pm Grade 3 Sings 6pm
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Church Services 7:30, 9, 10:45am Faculty Mtg. 3:30 P.M. Track & Softball Starts
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Church 7pm
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Spring Band & Choir Concert 6:30pm
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LLHS Something Special @ 10am LLHS Play @ 7pm Church 6pm LLHS Play @ 7pm
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Church Services 7:30, 9, 10:45am Grades 1&2 Sing @ 9am LLHS Play @ 2pm Faculty Mtg. 3:45 pm All Staff Meets 3:15 pm
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