THRIVENT PHASE-OUT GRANT
For the last couple of months we have been reporting that Thrivent would be discontinuing their Giving Plus program on January 1, 2010.
They will be starting a new program later this year that will allow members to allocate Thrivent monies not only to the school but to the church also.
In the interim, they have given us a program to bridge us from the old program to the new. This program is called the Challenge/Phase Out Grant. They are willing to send us a grant of $2,610 if we raise $5,220 by June 1, 2010. The $2,610 number comes from 20% of the averaged monies that were raised for the Thrivent Giving Plus Program in years 2007 thru 2009.
We need to raise $5,220 by June 1st in order to collect the grant that has been designated to our school. All that we need to do is write out our donation to Peace Lutheran School. It can be made out for any amount and by any member. This money can be donated by “non-Thrivent” members of our church. These donations are not limited to the Thrivent members like they have been in the past.
As of February 18th, we have raised $2105, a bit shy of half way to our goal. Remember the faster we raise the $5,220, the faster we get the Grant of $2610.
Please give this check to Jill Oltman in the church office. The checks will be cashed by the school and used to pay off some of the church’s general bills. You will not have to fill out any forms. Please do not hesitate to call Jill Oltman in the church office, if you should have any questions.
Thank you so much for your continued support of our church and school.
HOW CAN YOU LEAVE A LASTING CHRISTIAN LEGACY TO YOUR FAMILY?
What will happen if you don’t . . .? Find out at a FREE Estate Planning Seminar/Pot Luck Luncheon with Attorney David Mammel on Sunday, February 28th at 12:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. We will discuss how to make decisions now so the State doesn’t make them for you; give more to your loved ones and less to Uncle Sam; handle changes that affect your estate plan now. Please sign up on the sheet on the counter in the narthex if you are planning to attend by Sunday, February 21st.
David Mammel graduated from U of M in 1989 and Indiana University in 1994. He has practiced law for 15 years and specializes in state planning, wills, trusts, and probate. David is dedicated to educating the public on issues in estate planning including providing assets and care to loved ones, limiting taxes, and establishing healthcare protocols. David is the recent president of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Birmingham, MI and has served as a church elder for 10 years.
PRAY AND PLAY DAY – FEBRUARY 27TH
Calling all Sunday School and Day School students! Join us in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, February 27th from 1:00 – 3:00 pm for “Pray and Play – Noah’s Ark Day”. We will have fun learning about Noah, making crafts and eating snacks. A free will offering will be taken. Mark your calendars!!
THE 2009 PEACE LUTHERAN “WOMAN OF THE YEAR”
Diane Rose, the newly-elected “Woman of the Year” for Peace, will be honored at the 46th Annual Luncheon of the Council of Lutheran Women, along with other “Woman of the Year” honorees from Southeast Michigan. The Luncheon this year will be held at the new Palazzo Grande in Shelby Township on Tuesday, March 16th at 11:15 am. Tickets are $22/person, which includes a $2.00 donation to the CLW food banks and seminarian fund. See Nancy McPharlin to order your tickets.
Jr. Choir Director Needed for 2010-2011 School Year – As you may or may not know, Lynette Primeau will be stepping down from her duties as the Peace Jr. Choir Director at the end of this school year. If you know of someone with a musical background that might be interested in assuming the responsibilities for this position, would you please contact Principal Fritsch before Tuesday, March 2? Mr. Fritsch can be reached at school after 1:00 p.m. during the work week and on his cell phone (586-872-0977). Thanks for your help!
THE SNOW WILL BE GONE VERY SOON! (Really – it will!!)
Peace Lutheran Church & School 11th Annual Golf Outing
Saturday - May 8th @ 8:00 A.M.
Dust off those golf clubs and start getting a team of 4 together, or we can add you to a team. Everybody is welcome!
Flyers and sponsor forms are available in the Church office and Narthex. Call Mark Oltman with any questions at 586-792-0038. Proceeds to go towards the Peace Playground Fund.
LUTHERAN TRAVEL
On Wednesday, May 5, Lutheran Travel has planned a trip to Stratford to see Cole Porter’s “Kiss Me, Kate,” a musical version of “The Taming of the Shrew.” The motor coach will depart from Peace at 8:15 am and arrive back at approximately 8:30 pm. The day includes a buffet lunch in St. Mary’s, A+ main floor seats at the Festival Theatre, and a stop on the way home at Cracker Barrel in Port Huron. Cost is $115. VERY IMPORTANT – passport, passport card, or enhanced driver’s license is required. Contact Joanne Werner, 586-759-4539, for more information or to sign up.
THANK YOU
I wish to thank the members of Peace for the many cards and phone messages I have received as well as the prayers on my behalf during my recent neurosurgery and ongoing recovery. Peace is truly a caring congregation. – Joanne Werner
MEN’S RETREAT
Deacon Matthew Steffen will be the guest speaker at Hope, Warren’s Men’s Retreat on Friday and Saturday, March 12 and 13. His topic is “Wounded Healer” which will help men cope with stress, worries, and relationships. Matt is formerly from Hope, Warren and currently serves Camp Restore at Recovery Assistance, Inc. helping with the rebuilding damaged caused from Hurricane Katrina. Men, including young men of confirmation age, are invited to attend. The cost is $40 which includes three catered meals and a retreat shirt. For registration or more info, please contact Marv Schaible at marvschaible@comcast.net or 586.573.7370 by 2/28.
FESTIVAL OF FAITH SEMINAR
St. Luke’s Festival of Faith is this Saturday, February 27. Doors open at 8:30 am with the seminar beginning promptly at 9:00 am due to the first hour being broadcast on AM 1500. 7th grade – adult are strongly encouraged to attend this seminar to learn how to defend and proclaim the truth of Christianity by Dr. Adam Francisco. A hot lunch will also be served. $5/person or $10/family. Call 586-791-1150 to pre-register.
LUTHERAN HIGH NORTH GOLF OUTING
Early Registration Reminder. We have started to register people for the August 1, 2010 event being held at Cracklewood Golf Course, Macomb, MI. Take advantage of the early registration and save a few dollars. Cost til February 28th is only $75.00 per person, $85.00 per person after that. We also have many Sponsorship Opportunities available. Proceeds from the Outing will go towards starting a scholarship fund at LHN. If you are interested in attending the Golf Outing or being a Sponsor, email Thomas Nyboer at MustangPride1@gmail.com or call [586-784-9031 or 313-308-7207] for additional info.
LIFE QUOTE
“When you experience spiritual depressions, the answer is clear: Put your hope in God. Be faithful in getting to worship. Open your Bible daily and you will find many answers for your questions. Pray a lot. Attend the Lord’s Supper and feel His divine presence. Gather with your Christian friends and you will see what a gift Jesus Christ has given you in His Church.” Rev. Steven Kramer, speaker on the “Christian Crusaders” radio program. This “Life Quote” is from Lutherans For Life – www.lutheransforlife.org.