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In Adult Bible Class ~ this morning beginning at about 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Centre (with coffee and goodies), we’ll consider “Christ is Risen Indeed!” (1 Corinthians 15) with LCMS Christians across the nation. Please join us as we grow in the Word!
Join Us for Summer Sunday School ~ downstairs at 9:45 today. All children between the ages of 3 to 12 are welcome to join us.
What is Precious, Priceless to You? ~ We’ll consider this question (and others) as we go into the field (again), led there by our Holy Gospel (Matthew 13:44-52), in our Divine Worship services next Sunday! Worship with us at 8:15 or 11 a.m. and be ready to increase in faith, hope, and life through the Good News of God’s Word and through the Sacrament of Holy Communion!
Deadline for First Word Articles ~ for the August First Word are due this Wednesday, July 22, at 5 p.m. Articles may be emailed to [email protected] or a hard copy placed in The First Word box in the church office.
Please Join Us for a Midweek Fellowship Supper ~ on Wednesday, July 22, at 5:30 p.m. Hope to see you there!
How About a Midweek Lift ~ to help you make it toward the end of the week? Join us for worship and praise of our God, around His Word this Wednesday, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Vacation Bible School (VBS) ~ VBS is almost here! We will spend the week of August 10-14 having exciting celebrations of God’s Word. We currently have 55 children registered to go on a Tropical Trek adventure through the Bible. Will you join us? Please register children between the ages of 4 to adult online at this address: https://vbsmate.com/events/firstlutheranchurchhelenamt/31511#contact.
Thank You ~ to Terry Wareham and helpers for preparing, setting up, and cleaning up our Midweek Fellowship Supper last Wednesday. If you would like to help with a Midweek Supper and/or dessert, sign-up sheets are by the kitchen window.
Do You Have a Large Church Key? ~ For security reasons, the church doors have been re-keyed and your large key will no longer work. Key cards still work and if you desire one, please contact the Office. If you would be so kind as to deposit your metal key in the container on the Office Desk, we would appreciate it. Thank you. The Trustees
First Lutheran School is Hiring ~ We are seeking one or more individuals to assist us in coverage for the 2026-27 school year. We are currently in need of a lunchtime teacher (M-F, 11:15-12:30) and an after-care teacher (M-F, 3:00-4:30). Please prayerfully consider these positions and connect with Sue Taylor if you are interested.
Without You We Have Nothing! ~ Please remember to start collecting items for our Annual Garage Sale on September 26.
Helena Food Share Items ~ In July, we are collecting meals in a can (spaghetti, ravioli, chili, hearty soups). Please place any donations under the mailboxes in Ziegler Hall. Thank you!
On The Lutheran Hour Next Sunday ~ Hear Lutheran Hour Speaker Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler: “Worth the Wait.” The certainty that Jesus offers is not theoretical or experimental. It’s the certainty of a promise, of a secure relationship (Matthew 13:44). The Lutheran Hour may be heard Sundays on Christian Satellite Network, 91.1 FM, at 8 a.m., and on Sirius XM 131, Family Talk.
Join Lutherans for Life (LFL)! ~ LFL will be meeting within the next month. If you are a member or interested in becoming a member, please talk with Sue Taylor about your availability to attend a meeting so that we can have as many people as possible in attendance. We look forward to being voices for life together. “I came that they may have life and have it abundantly” (John 10:10).
The Stepping Stone Garden ~ is growing! Thanks to all who have “planted” Stepping Stones. There is room for more! Again, thanks! Charlie Mueller (406) 461-7837.
Cards 4 Kids! ~ Greeting cards, summer correspondence, birthday, and general assortment cards are available TODAY in Ziegler Hall for 50¢ apiece! Send some special greetings to someone you care about and support our youth programs at the same time. Many thanks to all of you for your support! Janice Larison
Housing Needed ~ Kris Basinger has a close Christian friend who is in need of housing. She needs to be out of her apartment by August 31. She would prefer a small house or a duplex. Let Kris know if you have any knowledge of this type of housing. Thanks! God’s Blessings.
Interested in Supporting Options Clinic ~ this summer? Please consider purchasing Baby Wipes and place them in the basket in Ziegler Hall. These items are in great demand and are appreciated by the new mothers who attend parenting classes at the clinic. Thank you to all who participate! Janice Larison
Please Pray for ~
+ Those Needing God’s Help and Healing ~ members and friends of our congregation and school dealing with struggles of body and soul!
+ Family Members and Friends of Carol Skelly and Margie Ulmer ~ for the comfort which only God and His Word can give at Margie’s and Carol’s deaths and the sure hope of their resurrection by faith in Jesus, our Savior!
+ Our World, Our Nation, Our Communities, and Our Neighborhoods ~ for God’s protection, deliverance, and care in these days, weeks, and months of trials, tribulations, and troubles!
+ Each of Us ~ that we might leave the judging of others’ faith to God and carry out our role of nurturing others with the Good News of His love for all in Jesus!
And Praise God for ~
+ Friends in Christ, in Our Congregation and Beyond ~ who are there to help us in our times of need to God’s glory and our good!
+ Blessing Us to Be a Part of His Mission and Ministry ~ to bless others in Jesus Name with the tithes, and offerings, and gifts we can give!
+ His Grace ~ by which we can be certainly assured that if we have faith in Jesus, our Savior, we shall be saved!
+ Friends in Christ ~ who support and challenge us to study God’s saving Good News and grow in our faith in Jesus!
Our Thanks to God ~ and to those who respond to God’s great love, in service to our Lord and to us this Sunday: