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October 2008 |
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PASTORS WEISS' CORNER
This does not just have to be a phrase that is
thrown into the mix when someone gets really excited, it could in fact
be an expression that comes from the very core of our being.
And then we may want the next sentence to begin
with the word “but”.
But these are really tough times
financially.
Or, but, there are some serious health
issues in my or my family’s life right now.
And our list of “but” statements could go
on and on.
For the Christian, a national day of thanksgiving
still begins with thanking the God of the universe that he has given us
His undeserved mercy, which accepts us into His presence forever.
It is not that He loaded us up with lots of
things, it is that He has poured His unlimited love upon us.
Thank God in spite of the economic downturn.
Thank God in spite of your health.
Thank God even as you grieve the death of a
dear friend or family member.
Thank God because He has never come close
to abandoning His plan of salvation for all people.
Stop!
Reflect! Celebrate! Eat some turkey.
Even enjoy some football.
In the end, take time to thank God for
being your God who never will abandon his forever plans for you. Have a blessed
Thanksgiving,
Pastor Don Weiss |
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Pastor Little's Corner "Give Thanks to the Lord for He is Good and His Love
Endures Forever", as King David led God's chosen people It is also during this period of the Church Year that
we will conclude the Season of Pentecost and look with anxious
anticipation for the Season of Advent, during which time the Therefore, during this very special time of year as you gather with family and friends to celebrate with prayers of thanksgiving on Thanksgiving Day, I urge you also to include a prayer that captures King David's song of praise: "Give Thanks to the Lord for He is Good and His Love endures Forever."
Wednesday, November 26 at 6:00 PM Thursday, November 27 at 9:30 AM
The Reverend Dr. Willie T. Little, Jr |
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school news James 2:23 “Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned to him as righteousness, and he was called the friend of God.” We’re entering the time of year when friends and family members are at the forefront of what we do. Who will be at your Thanksgiving table this year? Will you need to expand your table or has it shrunk? While you may invite many, some may not be able to attend because of distance, another commitment or serving our country. Some may be spending their first Thanksgiving celebration at the table of Jesus and you will miss that open space set for that person at your earthly table. However, those around that table most likely know you fairly well. They know the good, joy-filled person you can be and they also know the unhappy, complaining side as well. Yet, at that table they will lovingly look forward to spending time with you – whether you are joy-filled or complaining. After all, they like you. Having loving relationships is part of God’s plan for each of us. So take time to enjoy those special friends and family members? Oh and by the way did you remember to invite your best friend –Jesus- to your Thanksgiving table? Busy Is A Good Thing Wednesday, November 5 – Friday, November 7 - NO SCHOOL (Professional Church Worker’s Conference) Parent/Teacher Conferences(Student Participation
is required in Grades 5-8) Wednesday, November 12 (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM) and Thursday, November 13 (9:00 AM – 8:00 PM) Friday, November 14 - NO SCHOOL Monday, November 17 - Wednesday, November 19 Accreditation Visit-YAY!!! Wednesday, November 26 - 11:30 AM DISMISSAL PLANNING AHEAD Tuesday, December 2 – PTL Book Fair 6:30 PM It seems like I can never hear the story of Jesus’ Birth too much and the children do such a great job of it: Little Hands/ Junior Kindergarten – Friday, December 5 at 6:00 PM Senior Kindergarten – Grade 2 – Friday, December 12 at 6:00 PM Grades 3-8 – Thursday, December 18 at 6:00 PM (This will
replace the regularly scheduled church service.)
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Thank You SPI Members! Our Brat Fries this fall gave us a net profit of
$420.92 which has been given to |
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PTL Event Congregational members and SPI School Families are invited to attend the Parent Teacher League Book Fair scheduled for Tuesday, December 2 beginning at 6:30 PM. This Book Fair will feature Scholastic Books – Buy One Get One Free – and Christian and Christmas Items for sale at regular prices. Mark your calendar and join us for a fun evening of shopping and refreshments. This is not a fundraiser for the PTL but rather a service to our parents and congregational members. Why not come and shop for those Christmas presents! Books always make an ideal gift! Children will enjoy a movie night while parents shop. Look for additional PTL events in 2009! |
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18th Annual
Who qualifies? Members of SPI who have financial difficulties and need help with Christmas gifts for their children.
Cash donations are also appreciated. These will be used to purchase gift certificates or other items. Donations will be accepted at the church office between November and December 14th. Acceptance of donations will also be at the following church services: December 4, 6, 7, 11, 13 & 14. |
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Food pantry Because
Hunger Task Force has its fiscal year
from October to September, we have ended another year. For the
year, we have served 1,897 families. (4,648 people). The amount of
food that we have given out is over 49,500 pounds. Thanks be to
God for the contributions that our congregation has given and also for
all of Hunger Task Forces help.
Without this, we would not have been able to serve our community.
Also thanks to God for the wonderful volunteers we have. Our
people work very hard at keeping our Food
Pantry going. We have 30 to 35 people who help during the month
and are always ready to do more when asked. What a blessing!!!
Please continue to bring your non-perishable food products and paper
bags. Place them in the school hallway in the proper containers.
Sugar Free products are specially needed
as we have many diabetic people coming. We are always in need of
crackers, cereals, canned fruit, cookies and cake mixes. |
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on going fundraisers There are many on going fund raisers here at SPI. You can: Save cans, used ink cartridges and old cell phones. We recycle them and have made hundreds of dollars over the years on these. Simply bring to the hallway between the Narthex and the school. Gift cards: Pick n Save and Kohl’s. Gift cards are available in the office between 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM. You get the full value and we get a small percentage for you using them. Win/Win! Candy bars:
$1.00 each and all the money goes towards the 6-8 grade class
trip to Thrivent Matching Funds: If you are a Thrivent member you may make a donation to the school and Thrivent will match 50% of it. If you check the volunteer box we get an additional $25.00. If you need a suggestion as to where the money should go: We are looking to expand and update our computer lab, help to finance buses for class field trips and to bring in more assemblies. |
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Other Happenings
Piano Instructions My name is Elsa
Krapf. I have been a piano
teacher in |
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MLHS Guild meeting date The meeting is
at 12:15 in the Library.November 18, 2008 “With Thankful Hearts” by Mr.
Dwayne Jobst. |
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FRUITCAKES
Delicious fruitcakes baked by
the MLHS Guild are available for $8.00 (supplemental funds provided by
Thrivent Chapters) To order
contact Jean Kurth at (414) 464-8569. |
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MLHS ASSISTANT COACH NEEDED
Assistant coaches needed in
Boys’ swim and JV girl’s basketball.
The boys’ swim season is November 17 to February 20.
The girls’ basketball season is from November 10 to March 14.
Candidates must be available Monday through Friday from 3:15-6:00 PM for
practice. Competitions are
generally held in the evenings.
These postions carry a stipend.
If you are interested please contact the athletic director Matt
Pankow at (414) 461-6000 ext. 208. |
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Telephone
Volunteers answer our hotline from their own home for a two hour shift,
recording info from the callers and referring them to Advocates.
Advocates work directly with our moms, as individuals or in pairs
or teams. This is an IDEAL
way for pro-life individuals or your church’s Life Group to get
personally involved in the lives of the women and babies we seek to
protect. For additional information on these exciting opportunities or to register for the training, please call Nancy Tonkin at 262-703-0091. |
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CHURCH OFFICE The church and school office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27 & 28. Have a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving! |
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DEADLINE REMINDERS! If you would like to put an announcement in the bulletin, you must submit all articles to the church office by 12:00 PM every TUESDAY of each week. The deadline for the December 2008 Messenger is November 15, 2008. |
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spi online Have you checked out the web page for SPI yet? It gives you much needed information about the church and school. If you would like the Messenger, Bulletin or Connection emailed to you, drop me an email at ellenkutz@yahoo.com and I will happily send it out when completed. |
Are
you one of those parents?