Bulletin – Feb 21

Mission Helper Trip
Raven Haight has applied and been accepted for this summer’s Mission Helper trip to India. There are significant expenses to this trip, so if you would like to support her in this endeavor you may put funds in the basket in the back of the church through the end of the month.

Joint Statement of the CLC, WELS and ELS
If you would like a copy of the joint statement on fellowship put together by representatives of the above synods, please see Pastor. It has been approved by our Board of Doctrine and will be discussed at convention. The two paragraphs below are from President Eichstadt:

The three committees believe this represents a common, Scripturally faithful position on what the Lord says regarding fellowship and in particular on how to recognize heterodox bodies and when separation from them is required.

It bears repeating that even if this document is adopted by all three bodies, there are still other matters of doctrine and practice which would need to be resolved before God-pleasing fellowship could occur. It is just as true that agreement on this doctrine would be cause for thanksgiving to the Spirit who calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies Christ’s Church and brings about God-pleasing fellowship in the visible church as well.

Midwest Woman’s Retreat – Immanuel Mankato is again hosting it’s annual Woman’s Retreat on April 8-10, 2016 in Winona, MN. The deadline to register and reserve a room is March 8, 2016. This year’s theme is: “Hush, My dearest child, do not worry!” There is a poster on the bulletin board with details. You can also find out more information and register for the retreat online: www.ladiesretreat.clclutheran.net. If you have any questions please speak to your pastor.

MID-WEST ‘MAN UP’ WEEKEND
Several congregations in Wisconsin and Minnesota have organized a men’s weekend at the end of August. It is intended to offer strength and encouragement for men 18 and older for their personal faith, family, and fellowship at church. The weekend will include Bible Study, Fellowship, Leadership Training, Team and Relationship Building and Worship, as well as many awesome outdoor activities and great food. The retreat will be held August 26-28, 2016 at scenic Wyalusing State Park near Praire Du Chein, WI about an hour south of LaCrosse. A poster with retreat information will handed out at the CLC grade school tourney for your congregations. You can also find out more information, see pictures of the park, and register for the retreat online at www.manup.clclutheran.org. The cost is only $75 for the weekend and includes lodging, meals, and activities. Registration deadline is July 1, 2016. Men, don’t miss out on this strengthening opportunity to be encouraged in your God-given roles! If you have any questions please speak to your pastor.