pastoral message The Pastor’s Ponderings Grace, mercy, and peace be yours this day from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Christmas season is one of the Church’s busiest times of the year. We typically enjoy the advent services, Christmas decorating, shopping for our Angel tree, organizing our Sunday School program, and so much more. Naturally, one might desire to take a short break in the church calendar as we “recover” from the Christmas excitement. However… that break is officially over for there is much to be excited about, and much to do as we continue our work in 2012. First, I know it does seem like Christmas just past, but Lent is already upon us. In less than a month we will have our Ash Wednesday service on February 22 at 7:00 pm. Ash Wednesday will begin our Lent series entitled, The Catechism, getting back to the basics. Come join us during our Wednesday services as we get back to the basics and study what it is that we believe, teach and confess in the Lutheran Church. Second, I want to encourage all of you to continue in your prayers for our Child Development Center. Many things are going to be taking place and they are going to happen fast not limited to, but to include, hiring a director, starting renovations, a multitude of town hall meetings, and so much more. Please pray for our Center. September is on the horizon and there is a lot of work to get done before opening can take place. Pray daily, and pray often. Next, beginning February fifth I will be leading a class, which explores the fundamentals of the Lutheran faith. This class is designed for those who may be seeking membership into our congregation, as well as any other individuals who would like a refresher on the fundamentals of the Lutheran Church. If you are interested please contact the office so that we can reserve your spot today. Lastly, I would like to invite you to an opportunity that we will have in the April/May time frame, following Easter. I will be conducting a class based on the video series “Making the Most of Your Marriage” By Doctor Kevin Leman. This series will give us a chance to meet as couples and allow for us to look into our marriages and see where God wants to work. Please join me for this seven week course. Praise God for all the great things that he has done in this congregation. We pray that 2012 will be Spirit-filled as we follow Him out into the mission field. God’s peace to you and your household, Pastor Jacob T. May

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