FriedensNotes
Week of June 27, 2004
Perhaps
Pastor Mark recently commented that it's a myth that "God doesn't give us more than you can handle." He pointed out that God always wants to give us more than we can handle so that we learn to trust in him. He also wants us to take the first step, the step of faith, in taking on those life challenges, to make grand attempts, to climb higher, to aspire to do great things for his glory. Perhaps, God wants you to do something great today, something greater than you ever thought you could do; something more than you can handle. Perhaps.
PERHAPS (I Samuel 14:6-7)
"Perhaps," I thought, "perhaps."
Perhaps, I could sling a stone and bring the giant down.
Perhaps, I could walk on water and never fear I'd drown.Perhaps, I could cast the mountain deep into the sea,
the mountain that blocks my path, the one laid out for me.Perhaps, my Lord will hear my prayer,
and do the deed, if I would dare."Do all that you have in mind," in a fervent whisper I am told.
And my faith expands at the words, "I AM with you, heart and soul."
Young Adult Ministry
A number of post-high schoolers, home-for-the-summer college students and 20-somethings-and-slightly-beyond members of the Friedens family are planning a number of get-togethers for the rest of the summer for folks in their age group. These events are meant as opportunities to enjoy each other, whether single or married. These include: July 10, Lifest in Oshkosh; July 17, outreach to University of Illinois-Chicago; July 23, Port Summer Theater's performance of "Music Man" at 8 p.m.; July 30 volleyball cookout at Lower Lake Park; Aug. 20 progressive dinner. For more information, or to suggest other ideas, talk to Pastor Kato at 284-2471 or Bridget Huston. If you need child care let Pastor Kato know.
Blaze on Rescue Mission
Friedens' teen group, Blaze, will take their show on the road July 21-23 by a taking a team to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission, to primarily in helping with the recreation time for K-6th grade children and serving at Joy House for women and children on Friday. Blaze also will serve dinner to Rescue Mission guests on July 22. Call Doug and Marci Ferrell at 375-1009 for more information.
Praying by 'The Book'
"Learning the prayers of the Bible affects how we praise God in prayer and the way we intercede for ourselves and others. It will transform our praying," writes D.A. Carson. Do you know how to pray "by the Book." Read his article, "The Summer I Learned to Pray," online.
Mark Your Calendars
- The Thursday morning prayer group meets at 6:30 a.m. in Pastor Mark's office. All are welcome.
- Saturday worship service is at 5 p.m.
- Sunday morning worship at 9 a.m.
- Recovery Group will meet at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. Contact Lee and Dyane Sloane 387-1526.
- Men's breakfast at 8 a.m., July 10 at Bublitz's restaurant in Saukville. Contact Gary Schlenvogt, 692-6446.
- Outdoor worship and church picnic, 10 a.m., July 11 in Lower Lake Park. Volunteers needed for set-up and clean-up. Contact the church office, 284-2471.
- Planning meeting for Awana directors, leaders and helpers, 6:30 p.m. July 28 at church. Contact Geralyn Esselman, 284-9598.
- Women's Retreat, Sept. 10-11 at Christ Pond near Random Lake. Contact Deb Bendt, 284-5499.
Helps and Hollers
- Volunteers are needed for Sunday school this fall. Contact Sue Voll, 284-2201 or Pastor Kato.
- The Food Pantry special needs this week include cereal, soup, applesauce, macaroni adn cheese, jelly or jam, dry milk, popcorn, and dish detergent. Drop items off in the shopping cart in the north entry at church. If you or someone you know needs help, please contact the church at (262) 284-2471.
- Pray for Friedens family members enduring cancer, including Dawn Uselding, Brandon Novack and Jack Wallisch.
- Pray for these Friedens family members, and their families, living in care facilities or who find it difficult to get out much anymore: Violet Schmidt, Dolly Schwengel, Betty Altendorf, Trevor Mingaye, Erv Schlenvogt, Delores Leppla, Helene Kruke, Lorraine Kendall, Francis Swatek, Hazel Watry, Edna Guenther, Arno Gunther and William Duman.
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