Blessing of Quilts This Sunday

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Pastor

Join us this Sunday as we bless the quilts and pray for those who will receive them.  As October is Domestic Violence Awareness month these quilts will be sent to the Domestic Violence Shelter in Iowa City.  Here is a photo of some of the quilts.

Quilts

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Community Gathering of Unity and Reflection

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Pastor

The faith communities of West Branch and Springdale are hosting a short, approximately 20 minutes in length, gathering on October 29 at 6:00 p.m. at Village Green to join together as a community in the midst of recent tragedies, natural disasters, and divisions that separate us.  Please spread the word.

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Bishop Eaton Video

Posted on October 10, 2017 by Pastor

ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton’s message on being church in the midst of natural disasters, horrific tragedies, and the chaos that so often seems to dominate our world.

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October Newsletter

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Admin Assistant

The October Newsletter is now available by clicking below.

October Newsletter

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Outdoor Worship and Pet Blessing

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Pastor

This Sunday, September 24, is our annual outdoor worship with a pet blessing.  Here are some notes on the service.

  • Please bring a lawn chair if possible; however, we will have some folding chairs set up outside
  • In case of inclement weather (i.e., precipitation of any kind no matter how light it may be or extreme cold temperatures) we will move inside. Please leave your pets at home. An email will be sent out that morning and also notice placed on our website, Facebook and Twitter pages.
  • Pets: Due to liability reasons and suggestions from our insurance carrier the Council asks that all please adhere to the following:
    • All pets must remain leashed or caged (if smaller animals) at all times.
    • Use caution and common sense when considering whether to bring your pet. If your pet doesn’t socialize well around other animals then it may be best to leave him or her at home that day. The safety of all people and other pets is vital.
    • Do not bring your pet if it is in heat.
    • Pets must remain outside at all times.
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God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday

Posted on September 8, 2017 by Pastor

This Sunday, September 10, you are invited to wear your yellow “God’s Work. Our Hands.” shirts if you have them.  The following projects are planned this year.

  • Set up Great Hall for Ugandan Thunder concert Monday night. This will follow fellowship.
  • Assist quilters in making quilts that provide comfort to many people.
  • Yard work around the West Branch Public Library (small group of people needed). Supplies will be provided by Jamie Zimmerman.  Simply come with your work gloves.  An extra truck would be helpful for removal of yard waste.
  • Yard work around the church grounds. Bring work gloves and items such as a rake, trimmers, shovel, pruning shears, etc.
  • Hymn sing at Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation at 11:00 a.m. Arrive a few minutes early to gather in the entry way. No singing experience required.  Just show up and have fun.  We will sing several hymns and be done by 11:30 a.m.
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September Newsletter

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Admin Assistant

The September Newsletter is now available.  Click here to view it.

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Hurricane Harvey Relief

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Pastor

Yesterday, we stood hand-in-hand as prayers were lifted up in worship for all in Texas and other Gulf Coast areas experiencing torrential rains, flooding, and other damage from Hurricane Harvey. This Sunday, September 3, we will take a special offering during worship to be directed to Lutheran Disaster Response. If you can’t attend and want to donate you can send in a check or you can give directly by clicking here to be directed to Lutheran Disaster Response’s website.

 

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Ugandan Thunder Conert

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Pastor

Join us September 11th at 6:30 p.m. in the Great Hall as we welcome the Ugandan Thunder youth choir who will perform music featuring African and American songs.  This is sure to be a fun night.  Click on the link below to see a poster with additional information.

Ugandan Thunder Flier

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Food Pantry Needs

Posted on August 2, 2017 by Pastor

The latest list of Food Pantry needs has been updated and can be found here.  Thanks for supporting this so generously!

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