Author Archives: Pastor

Storm Relief

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Pastor

Storm Relief – You can Help! What: Assist residents in and around Washington, IL from a devastating tornado on November 17, 2013. There is still much cleanup to be done including debris removal, cleaning debris, tearing out drywall and carpet, … Continue reading →

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2015 ELCA Youth Gathering

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Pastor

2015 ELCA Youth Gathering Attention all High School Students and Parents! We will be having an informational meeting following worship on Sunday June 29th to determine if there is any interest in attending the 2015 ELCA Youth gathering in Detroit.  … Continue reading →

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West Branch Food Pantry

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Pastor

The WB Food Pantry has had an increase in the amount of people serviced recently.  Thank you to all who faithfully bring food and other non-food items to Bethany’s drop-off site to meet the ongoing needs of the greater WB … Continue reading →

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Synod Assembly Report

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Pastor

Please find attached a wonderful recap of the Synod Assembly prepared by Frank Frostestad. Thanks Frank! Synod Assembly 2014 Report

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Synod Assembly Photos

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Pastor

The 2014 Synod Assembly is complete.  We concluded with a fabulous worship yesterday morning probably around 500 people in attendance.  Bishop Michael Burk was reelected as bishop of the Southeastern Iowa Synod.  Congratulations to Bishop Burk and may we all … Continue reading →

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Southeastern Iowa Synod Annual Assembly

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Pastor

The 2014 Southeastern Iowa Assembly is underway.  Some ways you can follow are: like the Southeastern Iowa Synod on Facebook, follow @seiasynod on Twitter or via #seia14 Pastor Chad will also be posting on our Facebook page periodically over the … Continue reading →

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June/July Newsletter Now Available

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Pastor

The June/July Newsletter is available and can be viewed by clicking here.  Enjoy!

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Summer Meals Program

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Pastor

Please see the attached flier regarding the Summer Meal Program being offered through the West Branch Schools. Summer Meals

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Affirmation of Baptism

Posted on May 18, 2014 by Pastor

Congratulations to our youth who affirm their baptism in worship this morning!  They are saying “yes” to the promises God made to each of them in their baptism.  May they, and every baptized child of God, cling to the promise … Continue reading →

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Southeastern Iowa Synod Assembly

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Pastor

The Annual Assembly of the Southeastern Iowa Synod will be May 30 – June 1.  You can stay posted by following Bishop Burk and/or the Southeastern Iowa Synod on Twitter or Facebook.  Additionally, the Assembly will be webcast.  Links to … Continue reading →

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