ALTAR FLOWERS are given to the glory of God by Charlie Freeny in thanksgiving to God for His many blessings and in loving memory of the birthday of her father, Charles Wrenn.
GREEN PARAMENTS The beautiful green paraments adorning our altar, lectern and
pulpit were lovingly donated in memory of Marsenlane Parker.
LUTHERAN WITNESS SUBSCRIPTIONS It’s time to begin or renew your annual subscription to “The Lutheran Witness.” Annual rate is $15.00. Please use the designated envelope in your assigned envelope box or clearly mark your check and envelope for “Lutheran Witness.”
ALTAR GUILD MEETING TODAY All present and prospective members of the Altar Guild are invited to a light luncheon after worship today in the Green Room.
WEARING YOUR WITNESS BRACELET? Are you still wearing your witnessing bracelet? If you need another one, please see Pastor Schaar.
FLOWER DONORS NEEDED! Please note that there are two Sundays in February – and several others throughout the year – in need of flower donations to beautify our altar. The cost has increased to $50.00 this year for two bouquets but, as you’ve hopefully noticed, the arrangements are more bountiful with nicer flowers. This is a perfect way to celebrate a birthday, an anniversary or other special events. Please stop by the Flower Chart in the Narthex today.
2007 CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS Please note that year-end statements have been mailed. Please review these immediately and report any potential errors to financial secretary, Marilyn Plummer.
MUSIC IN THE CHAMBERS You are all cordially invited to a recital featuring our own Mark McCormick accompanying Jesus Florido on Friday 1 February at 7:00 p.m. at the Culver City Council Chambers. There is free admission, but you must call 310-253-5716 for seat reservations. Seating is limited so advance reservations are a must!
WEAR THOSE BEADS AND FESTIVE CLOTHES NEXT SUNDAY! Next Sunday is Mardi Gras Sunday, the last celebratory service before the start of the somber Season of Lent. Wear those beads! Wear those festive clothes! A doughnut reception will follow the service.
SHARING A SECRET If you receive the Pasadena Star News, you can receive a 50% discount by charging your subscription to a credit card. Call 1-800-788-1200 and talk to a subscription salesperson and ask for this discount!
PLANNING A NEW MINISTRY The Board of Elders, the Board of Evangelism and the Board of Social Ministry are working together to identify members who need transportation to get to church regularly and providing that transportation.
HOORAY! The organ refurbishing project is now officially complete. You will begin to hear Mark experiment with the new electronic components which will supplement and enhance our pipes. A formal dedicatory “blow-out” service is in the planning for sometime this Spring.
A NEW “MINISTRY” We have noticed that there are times when its important to have an emergency contact number for our church members. These contact numbers will be stored in our computer for emergency contact. Please write the name and telephone number of an emergency contact (including their relation to you) on the back of an attendance card.
MICHAEL SCHOEMAN’S TESTIMONY An additional supply of Michael Schoeman’s testimony is available from the Information Rack in the Narthex.
CALLING ALL WOMEN! The 8th Women's Conference titled "Headlines, Headaches, and Head Coverings" (Psalm 23) sponsored by the Pacific Southwest District President's Commission on Women is scheduled for Saturday 23 February 2008 at Christ Lutheran Church in Costa Mesa, CA. The one-day seminar will feature Dr. Jean Garton, who has served on the LCMS Board of Directors, has chaired the LCMS President's Commission on Women, and is a noted speaker and author. The cost is $25 per person or $20 per person if four or more registrations are sent together. Lunch is included in the cost. For information, contact Carol Numrich. Four members of our church attended last year and if you have questions talk to either Carol Numrich, Ocilda Files, Jessica Valentine or Lillian Greenlee.
WE CAN MAKE $1,300.00! That’s right! Thanks to a generous grant from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, if we can raise $1,300.00 to offset the additional costs of our music and Spanish ministries, they will match that amount dollar for dollar. Please use a designated or pew envelope, clearly marked “Special Fundrasier.” We must raise this money by 4/1/2008.
USHERS TAKE NOTE Next week’s service will involve Usher Team #6 – Rogelio Douglas, Henry Hubert, Yashar Kafi, and Marlene Ochetti.