March 2021

March 2021 February 24, 2021 Volume LXXI No. 3

Volume LXXI No. 3

“The Perfect Gift”

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Offering two worship services 12:15 and 6:30 pm

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+ Rejoice in the Lord! + Dear Friends in Christ,

Lent & Spring & the Fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5:22-23– But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

Lent began in February and goes all the way through March until our Resurrection celebration on Easter Sunday, April 4. So, how’s Lent going for you?

Some people find meaning in giving up something for Lent, like TV, certain foods, beverages or habits. It can be a spiritual discipline that helps to remember and focus on the sacrifice of Christ for us.

The other day, Joan and I read in our morning devotions, about the fruit of the Spirit as delineated in Galatians 5. The author suggested we focus on just one of the nine aspects of the fruit of the Spirit for a week or more at a time. What a great idea! So, I am passing this on to all of you who might read this article. Instead of, or in addition to, focusing on what you might give up for Lent, try giving attention to one of the nine fruit of the Spirit in your life.

Now, let me make it clear: this is not just making more effort to be more loving, joyful, peaceful, etc.... although that may be part of it. Rather, note that this is fruit of the Spirit. For the particular chosen fruit attribute on which God is calling you to concentrate, you need to seek the Spirit of God to accomplish that in your life. For example, you might pray: “Holy Spirit of Jesus, I sense You want to increase in me the fruit of [ kindness ] in my life.

Help me to listen to Your voice in my heart. Guide me in prayer and Your Holy Word to discover Your direction for me. Send others to me to speak truth into my life. Show me what I must let go and what I must embrace to have Your will done in my life in this area.

Accomplish in me what I cannot do for myself. Help me to notice Your work in my life and be open to all You would do, even in difficult circumstances. And, thank You for loving me and revealing Your path for me. I give myself anew to You today. May the character of Jesus be formed in Your servant so that You will be honored and glorified; through Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord. Amen.

The etymology of the word Lent comes from words for the Spring season. In spring the daylight hours lengthen, warming the earth, and we think of planting gardens and fields, and looking forward to the fruits later in the year. Even though we till and plant, it is God who gives the growth. Likewise, in our spiritual lives it is God who brings forth the Fruit of the Spirit in us.

“For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill His good purpose.” [Philippians 2:13] May you sense the pleasure of Almighty God this Lent as you seek to grow... ...In the Light of His Love, Pastor +

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NEW LSS’ EMERGENCY CARE PLANNING SERVICE In our congregation and community, and all across Minnesota, there are dedicated caregivers that provide support day in and day out for their loved ones. Often worry and strain accompanies caregiving. There is a new service from Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS) that helps caregivers build peace of mind by working with them to develop a plan for any potential situation when they could no longer care for their loved ones.

LSS’ Emergency Care Planning Service works directly with caregivers and their families to thoroughly assess their needs and create a comprehensive plan that meets those needs. Through a generous grant, LSS offers this Emergency Care Planning service temporarily at no cost.

Carol Huesman of Detroit Lakes started assisting her husband, Ken, with daily tasks in 2018 as his physical abilities started to decline from Pulmonary Fibrosis, a lung disease he was diagnosed with three years earlier that started to affect his ability to breath. Last February, Carol, Ken and their two adult sons met with Laura Hawk, regional coordinator with LSS Caregiver and Companion Service, to develop a plan for Ken’s care if Carol suddenly became unable to provide care.

Ken passed away in April of 2020, but Carol said having a plan for his care offered peace of mind as they planned for his increasing needs. “It was reassuring that I wouldn’t have to go over how to care for Ken with everyone in our circle,” Carol said. “Laura made a document with all of the information they’d need that we kept right on our fridge.”

Creating these plans can also help older adults stay in their home during a temporary emergency, such as their caregiver staying in the hospital. “It’s planning for an emergency, but ultimately, creating a roadmap for when your loved one transitions into a new phase of their life when they need more care,” Laura said. “Planning empowers the caregiver and entire family with information and choices that include ways to keep loved ones at home.”

Through Emergency Planning Service, LSS works with caregivers and their families to answer questions such as: Who would care for my loved one if something happened to me? What tasks would that care involve? What resources are available in my community to support my family in providing care?

“Help is out there, but as a caregiver, you have to be willing to reach out and ask for it,” Carol said. “I know that it helped my husband a lot. He didn’t feel like we were on our own. We had just a great amount of support and caring people.”

This Emergency Care Planning service is temporarily available at no cost.

Caregivers can get connected by calling 1.800.488.4146 or visit the Emergency Care Planning service webpage: https://www.lssmn.org/services/older-adults/ caregiver-support/emergency-planning

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Thank you to all of you who were able to participate in the second part of the Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 31st after the worship service. A quorum was declared with 75 in person and Zoom attendees.

Two items were discussed: a) Updating the First Lutheran Church’s (FLC) constitution to align with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America’s (ELCA) model constitution b) Updating the FLC Core Value Statement To pass the two motions, a simple majority was required.

The motion on the proposed constitution results were: Approve: 61 Do Not Approve: 14 The motion carried. In accordance with our current constitution, this adoption of the proposed constitution requires ratification at the next Congregational Meeting.

The motion on the proposed Core Values and Beliefs statement results were: Approve: 63 Do Not Approve: 12 The Core Values and Beliefs were passed with this vote and will be placed on the website as adopted.

Again, we want to thank you for your faithfulness and patience during the pandemic.

Your support prayerfully and financially is recognized and appreciated.

Respectfully, Virginia Larson, Council President If you know someone who does not have email, please share this information with them. Thank you.

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What is Medicare Certified Home Care Program and how could we help you?

Our Medicare Certified Home Care is as it states, we are certified through Medicare.

How can you qualify for our Program? The Criteria is that you are Homebound and need a Skilled Service.  Homebound, means it is difficult for you to leave your home, down step, into a car, etc. Usually a person who is homebound uses a walker or a cane. You may have postsurgery restrictions or are weak from a recent hospitalization or have dementia. Being homebound has nothing to do with being able to drive and it is not a choice. A person would need to think twice about going anywhere because it is so much work. This does not mean that you can never leave your home during this period of Coverage.

What you CAN do: Someone can take you to doctor’s appointments, Someone can take you to Church, and Someone can take you to a hair appointment or a special famiInside Story ly Headline event. However, if you are able to hop in the car and go to Walmart with your daughter and get groceries, you probably are not homebound and would not qualify.

However, during this pandemic, people could be homebound because of Covid restriction. Skilled

Services: There must be a need and you would benefit from one of 3 skilled services: A Skilled Nurse, a Physical Therapist or a Speech Therapist.

We need a doctor’s order for the Skilled Service. It will be ordered by your primary care physician.

A Registered Nurse would complete an assessment to determine if an individual would qualify, and what Skilled Services would be beneficial to the individual and Goals would be discussed.

Progress would be documented to show improvement to meet those Goals. When individual’s goals are met they are discharged from the program. Because of the improvement, you are able to get back to your normal life and routine.

Good Samaritan Society Home Care will bill Medicare on your behalf and all services are usually paid 100%. We also accept Medicare HMO’s (that may have deductible and copay), VA, private insurance and private pay.

With any questions, please call 507-377-1701.

Sincerely, Dee Lehner, LPN Liaison, Good Samaritan Society Home Care

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WHATS HAPPENING AT FLC?

First Lutheran Church Women General meeting Wednesday, March 10, 2021 1:15 pm in Bethany Hall Program: Sunday School and Confirmation By: Jenny Edwin Devotions & Offering Prayer: Julia Tonder

The Special Outreach Cause offering for March is Noisy Offering for the local Salvation Army Food Shelf.

The collection will be done with the Regular Offering. There will be buckets labeled Noisy Offering near the Regular Offering Plates for Noisy or quiet donations. Checks can be made to the Salvation Army Food Shelf.

Special offering envelopes will be available from the ushers at our in person church service.

You may send your donations to First Lutheran Church, 301 W. Clark St., Albert Lea, MN 56007.

The FLC Worship Counting Team Service with Holy Communion would like to thank the following Thursday, April 1, 2021, at 6:30 pm; members for their past years of service with the team: Russ & Maxine Wignes, Joyce & Norm Fredin, Selma Engebretson, Sue Service with the 7 last Words of Olson Ann on Henderson.

Christ fromand the Cross Friday,

Resurrection Sunday Service with Holy Communion at 10 am

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PRAYER NEEDS Our Prayers are requested for healing and wholeness for: Gladys Heys, Deb Koenigs, Amy Ladlie, Merrill Nottingham, Frances Kycek-Schulte, Mae Twito, Helene Westrum and Molly.

Our Continued Prayers are requested for healing and wholeness for: Jody Bakken, Alan J. Christensen, Mike & Mary Ann Christian, Rich Crissinger, Grant Gordon, Jim Hansen, Dorothy Hanson, Breckyn Heinemann, Glenn Helland, Sharon Johnson, Phil Koppelman, Officer Arik Matson, Fred (Fritz) Moran, Alexandra Peterson, Larry Peterson, Jean Stearns, ... and their spouses, families & caregivers, and… safety for people serving in the Armed Forces, and their families.

Personal Visitation by the Pastors To support people at the time of illness or injury, pastors usually do make personal visits in hospitals, homes or Care Centers. However, during the restrictions due to the corona virus pandemic, visits are limited to telephone calls.

Hospitals only call pastors/churches to inform them of dire emergencies where family requests them to do so. So, please, call us, if you want us to know. We try to be available in emergencies.

Do not hesitate to call the church (373-6424), if you have not talked to a pastor and would like to request a call. If you call the church office after hours and get the recording, pushing number ❸ on your phone to reach the pastor on call.

We are glad to make home visits as requested when it is safe to do so.

No name is automatically put on a printed prayer list. We ask permission before we include a name on our public prayer list. Please, let us know if you want to be on the prayer list or have a pastor call. ~Your FLC Pastors John & Jan

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Tue 2 8 am-Quilters-BH & MPR 9:30 am-Staff meeting-P 6:30 pm-Blended Service Music Rehearsal 6:30 pm-Social Ministry Team mtg.-MPR

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6:30 am-Men’s Book Study-P 9 am-FLCW Board meets-BH 12:15 pm-Lenten Service-S

5:30 pm-7th grade Confirmation 6:30 pm-Lenten Service-S

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6:30 am-Men’s Book Study-P 9:30 am-Bible Study-BH

12:15 pm-Lenten Service-S 1:15 pm-FLCW General meeting-BH 5:30 pm-7th grade Confirmation 6:30 pm-Lenten Service-S

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Cultivating kindness

Kind hearts are the gardens.

Kind thoughts are the roots.

Kind words are the flowers.

Kind deeds are the fruits.

Take care of your garden and keep out the weeds.

Fill it with sunshine, kind words and kind deeds.

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SETTING CAPTIVES FREE Though St. Patrick’s Day has become a secular “holiday,” March 17 commemorates the life of a Christian missionary. St. Patrick grew up in a Christian home in Britain but wasn’t very devout until he experienced crisis. As a teen, he was captured and sold into slavery in Ireland, escaping after six years. “The Lord opened my unbelieving eyes” in Ireland, Patrick later said. God led him back there, and he converted tribe after tribe to Christianity.

Pastoral Records: Baptisms, Weddings, Deaths, Funerals, Memorial Services Funerals: Rosalie Rasmussen, January, 25, 2021 Virginia Olson, February 8, 2021 Arlen Groe February 11, 2021 Baptisms: Savannah Rose Fox, January 30, 2021

BELIEVING IN Sometimes we get caught up in thinking we need to understand God in order to have faith. But faith is more about trust than knowledge; it’s more about believing in someone than believing information. A child, for instance, doesn’t have to know the precise roads to Grandma’s house; he only needs to believe in his parents and their ability and desire to get him there safely. Similarly, we need not understand all the intricacies of how God works; we can take a cue from the disciples and let belief in the risen Christ transform and empower us.

In the words of Madeleine L’Engle (The Rock That Is Higher): “The disciples did not bother to try to understand the resurrection body. They doubted, and then they believed. They believed something so wonderful that it changed this broken, fragmented, beaten-down little group of men and women in a moment from depression to enthusiasm, from despair to new life, vibrant and unafraid.”

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During the First Lutheran Church (FLC) “Life Game,” that was held in the first calendar quarter of 2020, many innovative ideas were shared for enriching the ministry of FLC. These ideas and suggestions have driven the work of the FLC Council over the past twelve months. However, our work is not done. Therefore, we need people to engage and to continue work and ministries of FLC. First Lutheran Church elections will be held at the May congregational meeting. There are many opportunities to serve! The nominating committee is now actively working to find individuals who are willing to engage in FLC ministry teams (commissions) and committees to further the ministry of FLC. If you are interested (or know someone that is), please contact a member of the nominating committee by April 1, 2021.

Larry Larson, chair Dean Jensen Mary Stapleton Crystal Miller Jamie Kyllo Laurie Olson Dustin Lennie

February Call Committee update

“… He that began a good work in you will be faithful to bring it to completion..” Phil. 1:6 This update comes to you as a congregation with the committee receiving some additional interviewing of candidates. As we have come together we will ask for Spirits guidance in discerning the candidate God has for this position. We as a committee listened to your thoughts and constantly have them in mind as we interview. We ask for prayer as we move forward in this process. Thank you. Janice Hammer, chair

God of love, as you have richly blessed our congregation in the past, so we ask for guidance and encouragement as we seek new pastoral leadership for our future. Through you Holy Spirit, grant to us unity, wisdom, patience and the joy of Christian community as we celebrate our history and look forward in hope; through Christ our Savior and Lord. Amen.

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FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH OFFICE: Phone (507) 373-6424; E-mail: firstoffice@flcal.org; Fax 373-6330 Mailing address—301 W. Clark St., Albert Lea, MN 56007

Web site–www.flcal.org PASTORAL STAFF e-mails and emergency telephone numbers: Pastor John Holt, johnh@flcal.org (Cell–383-4750; Home–377-0046) Pastor Jan Crissinger, jan@flcal.org (Cell—(507) 621-1758)

2020-2021 COUNCIL MEMBERS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE President- Ginny Larson- 507-383-6686- larsonvirginia3@gmail.com Vice President- Dawn Thompson- 507-383-2953- dthomps58@gmail.com Treasurer- Dan Dorman- 612-245-5204- aldormans@gmail.com Secretary- Kristin Larson- 507-383-5695-kristin.m.larson71@gmail.com Education- Sue Loch- 507-383-9195- susaloch@gmail.com Worship and Music- Sandy Jensen- 507-319-1447- Sandrakay561@gmail.com Social Ministry- Cindy Gandrud- 507-402-3909- gandy6gunhild@gmail.com Property Enhancement- Dave Van Fossen- 507-402-0634- davevf@gmail.com Membership and Growth- Stephanie Passingham- passingham@wctatel.net F.L.C.W- President- Diane Damerow-507-383-9284- ddamerow@charter.net Sharing the Faith- Jo Hanson- 763-257-9018- jobunny19@gmail.com Youth- Fran Heilman - 507-373-2470- theteech@charter.net Lead Pastor- John Holt-507-373-6424- john@flcal.org Church Administrator- Kara Heinemann- 507-373-6424- kara@flcal.org Interim Pastor- Jan Crissinger- 507-373-6424-jan@flcal.org

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CONFIRMATION CLASS

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DRIVE THRU FOOD MINISTRY In June, 2020, the First Lutheran Food Ministry began. The need for it was brought to the Social Ministry Team by Jennie Edwin, Christian Education Director, and the vision became reality. A committee was formed to lead this ministry. Joe LaFrance and Janice Hammer are Co-chairs, and Jill Thompson is the Volunteer Coordinator. These three, along with many dedicated volunteers, have prepared and given thousands of meals to community members on Thursday nights from 5:00-6:00.

In summer and fall, grilled meals are prepared; in winter, a hot meal is prepared in the kitchen.

Just drive up and receive a homemade meal!

Thank you, thank you to the tireless leaders, all the volunteers who are too many to list and the donations and memorials which allow this wonderful ministry to continue.

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Memorials, Honors & Special Gifts PEACE & POWER FUND

In Memory of:

Lee & Betty Abben given by their children, Bobbie, Lori, Christine, Garry & Jane Rodger Christenson given by Carol & Gerald Frydenlund, Jane Maiden, Hildy Vallevand, Nancy & Michael Olsen, Brad & Kris Burnett, Ed & Brenda Hubbard, Kathy Mandt, Paul & Diane Miller, Gloria Fitzgerald, Mike & Paula Bennett, Gale Olson, Julie Gilbertson, Paula Dahl and family, Joel & Dawn Meyer, Bill King, Judy Hall, Karen Olson, Kenny & Marly Van Riper, Sandy Van Wilgen, Sue Jorgensen, Melissa, Mandy, Betsy, Deb Koenigs, Daryl & Kathy Paulson, Jody Larson & Kristy Johnson, Cindi & Bob Wenzel, Paul & Diane Miller, Craig & Brenda Ludtke, Todd & Diane Johnson, Kelli & Rick Weitzel and family, Ona Meyer, Ken & Carol Bertelson, Sonny & Janice Van Wilgen, Randy Davis, Jim & Marcina King, Stan & Brenda Malepsy, family and friends Arlen Groe given by Bonnie Schneider, Diane Westland, Ken & Diane Damerow, Gerald & Carol Frydenlund, Louise Groe Verdella Hansen given by Laverne & Shirley Strand, Marvyl Dahl Donna Heilman given by Gary & Ginny Thompson, Laverne & Shirley Strand, Greg & Mary Beth Senske, Bob & Darlene Levisen, Randal & Debra Warner Ryan, Mary Keating, Susan Mason, Bob & Susan Goetz, Craig & Brenda Ludtke, Hildy Vallevand, Darlene Hendrickson, Janet & John Ludwigson, Greg & Penny Simonson, Kimry Johnsrud Jan Jerdee given by Clarence & Barbara Heavner, Bonnie Trampel, Sharon Wakefield R.D. “Dave” Jewison given by Jane Maiden Joyce Johnson given by Bonnie Schneider, Beverly Grotsun, Gen Montei, Paul & Jan Overgaard Jake Loper given by Hildy Vallevand Elaine Manges given by Eunice Bakken Virginia “Jinni” (Narverud) Gaasdalen - Olson given by Virgil & Arlene Thofson, Bonnie Schneider, Mark & Mary Jane Pierson, Dave & Sue Olson, Beverly Grotsun, Lilah Aas, Chris & Deb Koenigs, Tom & Judy Mullen, Bonnie Trampel, David & Carol Wolter, Peter & Terisa Van Erkel, Kathryn Oothoudt, Stanley & Arvilla Johnson, Gerald & Gerry Vogt, Joyce Halvorson, Mark & Judy Langrud, Randy & June Goodnature, Julie Gilbertson, John & Sharon Buley, Mark & Terri Stadheim, Brenda & Craig Ludtke, Marcia Habben, Eleanor Nolting, Judy Verdoorn, Sharon Wakefield, Leverne & Shirley Strand, Wayne & Jackie Sletten, Arlis Smith, Bruce & Joni Cather, Maxine Brown, William & Jane Buege, Thomas Andersen, Barbara & Daniel Hartmann, Robert &

Marianette Kudrle, Helen Lovik, Paul & Jan Overgaard, Gen Montei Rosalie Rasmussen given by Keno & Donna Knutson, Mary Tufte, Bonnie Trampel, Jim & Sue Larson, Clarence & Barb Heavner, Dave & Sue Olson, Glen & Leann Juveland, Ken & Diane Damerow, Sharon Wakefield, Helen Lovik, Tom & Karen Hovde, Vern Rasmussen, Marvyl Dahl, Bill &Ann Satre, Dean & Carolyn Wangen, Jeanne Birch, Bartholomew & Theresa Coughlin Dr. Jerry Rasmusson given by Doug & Dorothy Blom, Tom & Karen Hovde A good friend who regularly watched and worshiped with us on Peace & Power given by Alice Kitzmann Eldon & Della given by Don & Nyla Lyon Gloria Ugland given by Paddy Hoium

Gifts Given By:

Charles & Sandra Folk, Stanley & Debra Kjarland, Norm & Joyce Fredin, Bob & Pat Goldman, Buddy & Phyllis Bonfy, Leona Howe, Beverly Smith, Doug & Joanne Chaffee, Christian & Annette Hansen, James & Kathe Grodhaus, Seymour & Darlene Ferley, Larry & Dorinda Leutink, Ila Beck, Kathy Paul, Vernell Miller, Deacon Douglas Spiotta, Gilbert Gilbertson FOOD FOR SCHOOL BACKPACKS FUND

In Memory of:

Rodger Christenson given by Carol & Gerald Frydenlund, H. Lorraine Bakken, Vergie Asper Ken Joachim given by Karen Joachim

Gifts Given By:

M. Eileen Lysne, Lilah Aas, Theresa M. Hanson, Janice Hammer, Donna Henrikson, Paul & Jan Overgaard, Carol Olson, Judy Worth, Curtis R. Jensen, Larry & Janice Lestrud, Lawrence & Edith Langsev, Wayne & Jackie Sletten, Dawn Runden FOOD MINISTRY DRIVE THRU FUND

In Memory of:

Rodger Christenson given by Cheryl Moran, Janice Tukua, Cindy Gandrud Reda Nottingham given by Bonnie Schneider Gerald Rasmussen given by Janice Tukua Rosalie Rasmussen given by Bonnie Schneider, Donna Henrikson, Janice Tukua, Fred &I Cheryl Moran

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Memorials, Honors & Special Gifts (cont.)

Donald Smith given by Arlis Smith Paul Vandersyde given by Darlene Hendrickson Don Viktora given by Fred & Cheryl Moran

FLC MUSIC FUND

Gifts Given By:

SUNDAY SCHOOL UPGRADE

GENERAL FUND

Rodger Christenson given by Jim & Marcina King, John & Jenny Edwin, Jack and Max, Ted & Lyn Dahl, Randy & Sherry Sohott, Jim & Nancy Thompson, Aunt Reedie Jacobs, Pat Sorenson, Jolene Johnson, Kevin & Barb Beseman, Judy Eckoff, Joan Loverink, Suzie Keist, Jim & Judy Kortz, Craig & Theresa Knudtson, Sidney Troutner, Mike & Sandy Christenson, Allie and Kayla, Cindy Gandrud, Randy Davis, Diane Van Guilder, Kellie & Rick Weitzel and family, Ann Christenson, Jan Zehnder, Sonny & Janice Van Wilgen, Bob & Pat Fjelbroten, Todd & Diane Johnson, Rhonda Sayles, Scott & Sheri Pirsig, Casey, Cal, Ross, Brad & Kris Burnett, Stan & Brenda Malepsy, Wayne & Jackie Sletten

Bob & Jonie Rowe, Ben & Phyllis Fredrickson, Nancy Sime, Vergie Asper, David Paulson, Marge Moine, Betty Paul, Paul & Jan Overgaard, Norm & Joyce Fredin, Ron & Nancy Meyer, H. Lorraine Bakken

In Memory of:

Rosalie Rasmussen given by Dennis & Georgia Wentzel

Gifts Given By:

Sara Cogar, Patricia Tallman, Dale & Mary Mehus, David & Patrica Klinge, Nancy Sime

In Memory of:

Jinni Olson given by Deloris Fligge

In Memory of:

BILL HAMMER SCHOLARSHIP

TANZANIA MISSION PROJECT

Rick Jahns given by Larry & Cheryl Beavens Ron Thompson given by Larry & Cheryl Beavens

Stan Weltzin

In Memory of:

HAPPINESS IS A BLANKET FUND

In Memory of:

Casey Dusza, (Mike Johnson’s niece) given by Pam Stern Richard Lau (Donna Henrikson’s brother) given by Pam Stern Marcia Moffitt given by Pam Stern Rosie Rasmussen given by Pam Stern Don Viktora given by Pam Stern Sonia Willaby given by Pam Stern

Gifts Given By: Dawn Runden

HELPING FAMILIES FUND

Gifts Given By:

Janice Hammer, Beverly Smith KEITH FLIGGE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

In Memory of:

Jerry Rasmussen given by Judy Folven

Gifts Given By:

YOUTH SUMMER MISSION

In Memory Of:

Rodger Christenson given by Bill & Ann Satre

Don’t see your gift? Any gifts recorded by the church office after February 23, 2021 will appear in the next issue. Any questions or concerns, please call the church office 373-6424. Thank you.

FLC Prayer Ministry Want prayer for yourself or others?

Call Jo, 763-257-9018 or Julia, 373-9594.

Prayers are kept confidential among prayer chain members.

SUNDAY’S WORSHIP SCHEDULE In Person Worship - FLC Sanctuary at 10 am Watch Peace & Power-KAAL TV - Channel 6 at 10 am Listen to KATE RADIO AM -1450 at 10 am Anytime on the FLC website to see video of current and past worship services. www.flcal.org The mission of First Lutheran Church is: to gather, equip, and empower people to joyfully do Christ’s work.

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