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Instructions for the Weak and the Strong ~ are what God (through St. Paul) have for us in Romans 14 and following in Adult Bible Class in the Fellowship Centre in the week(s) to come. Please join us, beginning at about 9:30 a.m. (with coffee and goodies) for God’s divine directions for our life together as His people in the Word!

Please Join Us for a Midweek Pot-Blessing Supper ~ on Wednesday, May 6, at 5:30 p.m. We provide the chicken and you bring the sides. Hope to see you there!

“He Still Moves Stones” ~ is the title of a book by Christian author Max Lucado and of our Midweek service with Holy Communion this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. You are invited!

“Get Ready … to Apologize?” ~ Is that what St. Peter is telling us to do in our Epistle for next Sunday (1 Peter 3:13-22)? Join us for our Divine Worship next Sunday beginning at 8:15 and 11 a.m. and we shall see!

Thank You ~ to Roger and Loretta Schultz, Matt Elvbakken, 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.

“Dino-mite” Readers! ~ First Lutheran School will be holding our first annual read-a-thon the weeks of May 18-29. Please support our students in achieving their reading goals while raising funds for our school. See the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall to join in.

First Lutheran School is Hiring! ~ Our school is looking to hire an after-care provider for the 2026-27 school year. This individual will provide care for a group of 6-10 students from 3:00-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. We would love for you to become a part of our team as we share God’s Word with our students. Thank you for prayerfully considering this position.

First Lutheran School Online Presence ~ Our school is in the process of increasing our online presence to boost enrollment and would like to ask for your assistance. We ask that you leave a review of First Lutheran Church and School online. Just Google our church name, click on review, and leave your positive feedback. Thank you!

Helena Food Share Items ~ In April, we are collecting chili and chunky soup, canned and boxed meals, and condiments (ketchup, mustard, etc.). Please place any donations under the mailboxes in Ziegler Hall. Thank you!

On The Lutheran Hour Next Sunday ~ Hear Guest Lutheran Hour Speaker Rev. Dr. Jason Broge speak on “The King Who Reigns.” If Easter tells us that Jesus the King has won, then Ascension tells us the King is reigning, and His reign is good (Luke 24:36-53). 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.

Lutherans for Life (LFL) ~ We are currently in the process of re-organizing and building our LFL, Chapter 318. Please prayerfully consider becoming a member of LFL and being a voice for life. See the display in Ziegler Hall or talk to Sue Taylor for more information.

Lutherans for Life ~ “When Jesus returns, all who believe in Him will be raised up from death to live in His presence forever. That is the promise of His enduring, steadfast love: I am sure of this, that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:6). The purpose of God for us will be fulfilled!” Dr. Carol Geisler, Lutheran Hour Ministries – A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life o lutheransforlife.org.

Options Annual Banquet ~ will be held Thursday, May 7, 2026 at the Helena Civic Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with activities from 6 to 8:30 p.m. There is no admission charge, but a free will offering will be taken. The evening begins with a delicious meal and features Rebekah Hagan, who will bring her story and journey in pro-life ministries. Call for reservations at (406) 422-1011. You will be enriched. In addition, Options Clinic currently needs wipes for their boutique. Thanks! Ruth Stelter

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!

+ 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!

+ The Abilities and Opportunities ~ to be essential stones, founding and building up His church and people around us in His world.

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!

+ Choosing Us to Be His Own ~ living stones and royal priests to serve Him and one another in His kingdom!

Our Thanks to God ~ and to those who respond to God’s great love, in service to our Lord and to us this Sunday