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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.

Please Join Us for a Midweek Fellowship Supper ~ on Wednesday, August 19, at 5:30 p.m. Hope to see you there!

Our Midweek Worship Service ~ begins each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. We’ll confess our sins, consider a devotion based on God’s Word, sing inspiring hymns, pray for ourselves and others, receive the Good News of our forgiveness in Jesus, and enjoy the fellowship of brothers and sisters in Christ. Join us this Wednesday. You’ll be glad you did!

“Who Do You Say that I AM?” ~ Jesus asks His disciples and us, in our Holy Gospel for our Divine Worship services next Sunday (Matthew 16:13-20)! Please join us at 8:15 or 11 a.m. for the Good News of God’s Word and the Sacrament of Holy Communion to bless you and all who will worship with you!

Vacation Bible School (VBS) ~ We were greatly blessed to have over 20 volunteers lead our 80+ attendees on daily adventures through God’s Word last week. The Tropical Trek island adventure led kids to learn how Jesus came to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:10). Thank you to our volunteers who led the students in storytelling, crafts, snacks, music, games, and Bible exploration. Thanks for your service!

Altar Guild Workers ~ Sign up today in the Sacristy for altar guild service in September to get on the Servant Calendar. Thank you!

Deadline for First Word Articles ~ for the September First Word are due Wednesday, August 19, 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.

Joy Vibe Farmer’s Craft Market! ~ Come to the Joy Vibe Farmer’s Craft Market on Sunday, August 23. Help us raise funds for our trip to the Creation Museum in Glendive, scheduled for the first weekend in September. For more information talk to Hanna Hollatz.

Thank You ~ to Roger and Loretta Schultz, Leighanna Miner, and helpers for 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.

First Lutheran School Year 2026-27 ~ The 2026-2027 School Year will be starting on September 2, with a Back-to-School Open House at 6 p.m. on September 1. We will continue to have two classes, but our teachers will be adjusting their hours and combining their classes in the afternoon in an effort to reduce expenses to accommodate the current enrollment. Thank you for your continued prayers for our school.

Is Your Household Ready to BURST? ~ Make room in your life by bringing your unwanted items to the Annual Priceless Garage Sale on September 26. Without you we have nothing!

Helena Food Share Items ~ In August, we are collecting canned vegetables, canned or boxed meals, and healthy lunch snacks. Please place any donations under the mailboxes in Ziegler Hall. Thank you.

On The Lutheran Hour Next Sunday ~ Hear former Lutheran Hour Speaker Rev. Ken Klaus: “Real Riches.” Archives August: It’s not wrong to have possessions, but to love anything in such a way that it takes the place of God is spiritually deadly (Luke 12:15). 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.

Life Quotes ~ “The message concerning the work and person of Christ is meant to bring joy to the sorrowing and light to those in the darkness.The light of God’s mercy shines into the darkest of situations; the Holy Spirit guides people to confess their sins and brings forgiveness to those who have participated in abortions, pointed people to end their own lives, or suggested that someone be harmed in some other way.” Rev. Dennis Norby, Grace Free Lutheran Church, Valley City, North Dakota – A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life o lutheransforlife.org.

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 and 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!

+ Those Among and Around Us ~ who have real needs of body and soul, that God will enable and enrich us to wisely and graciously help them to their good and His glory!

+ Our Vacation Bible School Students ~ that He will continue to bless the lessons and experiences that each one has experienced and learned with a stronger faith and life!

+ People on the Fringe ~ that God will them (and us) with His compassionate and healing help and care according to our needs and His gracious will!

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!

+ Laying on Our Hearts ~ a deep concern for lives in danger in our nation and around the world through each moment of each day.

+ Blessing our VBS Ministry ~ with many leaders, helpers, students and their families by sending His Holy Spirit to work through His Word and our activities for our eternal good and growth in Jesus!