Weekly Update

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Graduation Invitations

Everyone is invited to the Open House/Reception of…

Abby Tillotson – Saturday, May 12th from 4-7pm First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall
Kelsey Kannenberg – Saturday, May 19th from 4-7pm Lutheran Lakeside Camp, 2491 170th St., Spirit Lake
Kyley Anderson – Sunday May 20th from 3-6pm 3706 Keystone Cir., Spirit Lake
Austin Jennings – Sunday, May 20th from 4-8pm First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall

Mother’s Day

On Sunday, May 13th, we will be honoring all moms for Mother’s Day. Please bring us your favorite picture of “Mom” to be presented in a slide show presentation on Mother’s Day.

Attention Sewers
The quilts are finished and we would like to say thank you to all who helped sew the youth, baby and lap quilts. We’ll be delivering them to various local organizations.

Reforming (2^nd)Service Ushers/Greeters Needed

We are in need of Ushers/Greeters for our 2^nd Service. Responsibilities include distributing bulletins and greeting worshippers at the center sanctuary doors as well as taking a head count of worshippers (including praise and worship team and those in the nursery. A sign-up sheet is located in the narthex. Sign up for one week or whatever works with your schedule.

The Annual PW Salad Supper has been rescheduled for Wednesday, May 16th at 6pm! The sign-up sheet is located in the narthex.

Congregational Life “Culinary Talent Show”
The Congregational Life committee has been working on a new idea that we want to have you all thinking about. This is still in the early planning stages and will take place in the next few months. It is tentatively being called a “culinary talent show”. We know that there are some fantastic cooks in our congregation. We want to allow you to show off those talents. Most of you have a recipe that impresses everyone, whether it is Glazed Salmon or Chicken Cacciatore (you know, THE recipe). That’s the one we want you to make. It does not have to be complicated, just delicious. We will have you make that recipe for people that sign up to try it. Keep in mind that this is not a potluck, you will be cooking for a specific number of people. Maybe you are thinking “I don’t have a main dish, but my twice baked potatoes or Caramel Cheesecake is AWESOME”. That’s great, we need side dishes and desserts also. Sign up for what you make best. Then we will need everybody to sign up to come and EAT. If you would like to sign up to cook or if you have questions, contact Tony Jennings, Judy Jensen or Lynn Peterson.

Military Pictures
All Military personnel, past and present, will be honored on Sunday, May 27th during a slide show presentation. Please bring in, or email your photos to office@fpcspiritlake.org

Break the Cycle 200 (formerly Okoboji 200)
Again this summer the Okoboji 200 will be raising money for sex trafficking relief and prevention throughout the Midwest and the world. Pastor Clint will be riding again this year and anyone who would like to participate can visit https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/clint-loveall—break-the-cycle-200—okoboji-2018?utm_campaign=oc&utm_medium=facebook&utm_source=crowdrise to learn more or make donations. You could also donate through the church.
Again this year we will be hosting riders after the ride, which is June 22^nd, and serving breakfast the next morning at the church (June 23^rd). If you would like to be involved with either of those efforts, please let us know. Thanks.

Ladies….of all ages:
Coffee break time every Thursday morning, 8:30 AM is at Lakes Regional Healthcare Coffee Shop. No agenda, just get together with friends and a little chit chat.
Questions: Call Lori Vicker at 515-249-6684.

Lost & Found
We have many bowls and pans that need to picked up. They are located on the table in the Narthex. Please check and see if anything belongs to your family. On Friday, May 11th these items will be taken to Good Will.

Have Fun and Make a Difference at Lakes Regional Healthcare
Meet others, build friendships, feel an important sense of purpose, and make a real, positive difference in the lives of people in the Iowa Great Lakes – volunteer at Lakes Regional Healthcare! You’re cordially invited to attend the LRH Volunteer complimentary Spring Brunch on Tuesday, May 15 at 8:30am in LRH’s Dining Room. Enjoy a delicious brunch, meet volunteers, learn about volunteer opportunities, and more!

Our sympathies are extended to the family of Cindy Meyerdirk on the passing of her husband, Jim, this past week.
Russ Thomson recovering from health concerns. Cards may be sent to VA Health Care System, CLC-2 North; Room 289, PO Box 5046, Sioux Falls, SD 57117
Marilyn Grice recovering from knee replacement surgery.
Wayne Johnson recovering from tear duct surgery.
Elsie Graanstra for her upcoming surgery.
Jim Watts, Sr. recovering from surgery.
Amy Sill hospitalized after a fall.
Carly Lewis having medical issues.
Jay Anderson recovering from a kidney transplant.
Larry Gearke is battling cancer.
Michael May who is having blood tests.
Sheila who had a heart attack.
Lindsay who has been diagnosed with MS.
Cory Krieger having cancer treatments.
Todd Schuelka recovering from surgery.
Shannon Siefker recovering from hip surgery.
Kathy Huitink beginning new infusion procedure.
Kathy Nygaard continued chemo treatments.
Jan Lange stage 1 breast cancer.
Randy Cauthren kidney transplant needed.
Jen Prentice recovering from surgeries.
Kathryn Hansen recovering from pneumonia, influenza A and the flu.
Mandy Rodger, niece of Doug Stueven, having health issues.
Melody Peyton is battling cancer.
Kevin in hospice.
Bob Huls with stage 4 colon cancer.

Loved ones are kept on our prayer list for one month, unless otherwise requested.

Upcoming Meetings:

May 9nd

Weekly Prayer – 1pm
Building & Grounds Meeting – 6pm
Adult Handbell Rehearsal – 7pm
Chancel Choir Rehearsal – 8pm

May 10th

Men’s Bible Study – 9am
Act II at the High School office – 11:20am
Ladies Bible Study – 1:30pm

May 12th

Abby Tillotson Graduation Open House – 4-7pm FPC Fellowship Hall

May 13th

Reformed Worship Service – 8:50am
Coffee and fellowship – 10am
Reforming Worship Service – 11:15am
Worship Service at Welcov – 2:45pm

May 14th

PW Sewing – 9am
Stewardship Committee Meeting – 5:15pm
Deacons Meeting – 6:30pm
Christian Ed Committee Meeting – 7pm

May 15th

Women’s Bible Study – 1:30pm
Session Meeting – 7pm

Reformed Worship Service ~ 8:50am
May 13th

Organist – Eulyn Riemersma
Liturgist – Erin Davelaar
Ushers – Steve & Jan Richards, Tom Brodie & Bob Peterson
Greeters – Phyllis Walburg & Bernice Steele
Video Taping – Wes Farmer
Soundbooth – Jackie Jenkins, Mike Reekers &
Tom Ditsworth
Nursery – Lisa Kraus
Coffee & Treats – Ron Jenkins, Steve & Jan Richards

Reforming Worship Service ~ 11:15am
May 13th

Praise Team – Serena Lynch, Brianna Pratt, Annika Stecker, Rachelle Gewecke, Gary Lambert, Dan Hoerichs, Logan Newhouse.
Greeter/Usher – The Beck family
Nursery – Natasha Nelson & Molly VanDyke
Sound/Power Point – Chris & Logan Sill

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