Please save your aluminum cans

Save your aluminum cans from the holidays. The cans are used by Joyful Bells to purchase bell supplies. You may bring them to Joy or Ken Roen. Please call Ken for more information.

Donated Hymnal Pickup

If you donated a green LBW and/or blue WOV hymnal, they are now available for pickup in the Fireside Room.

Please Pick Up Your Giving Envelopes

Please pick up your 2012 giving envelopes located in the Narthex. If you do not have envelopes, please sign your name on the blue sheet or contact the church office. If you have not signed up for Simply Giving (electronic funds giving), please consider this form of regular giving.

Service of Hope

Nearly everyone has been touched by cancer. On Sunday, January 22 at both services, there will be a special prayer for cancer survivors, those battling cancer, and those who have passed away who battled cancer in their lifetime. This is an opportunity for you to offer names of those you care about in prayer (please receive their permission). Look for the form in this week’s bulletin and return it to the office by Monday, January 16.

It’s Spring Fling planning time again!!

Our first meeting to determine the approach and events for the 3rd annual Joy Spring Fling will be held on Tuesday, January 24 at 7:00 p.m. in the Joy Fireside Room. We are looking for people who have energy and ideas to continue to grow the potential for this all-church event, and we want to get everyone involved this year! Craig Orf and Alan Klein will be co-leading this year’s event so contact them with ideas. Please join us at the meeting if you can.

Joy Lutheran Annual Meeting
Sunday, January 29, 2012

The Church Council will be sharing budget information weeks prior to the meeting. A meal will be served from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The meeting will start at 11:30 a.m. with childcare available.

Please put this date on your calendar! Four (4) Church Council members will be elected at the congregation annual meeting. Please pray for God to prepare positive faithful leaders for Joy Lutheran. If you are interested in serving or have a suggestion of someone, please contact a member of the Nominating Committee (Sue Hood, Jenny Wazlawik, Mary Jonikas, Doug Keyport, Cathy Martin, & Marv Lindseth) directly or go through the church office.

Valentine's Day Dinner

A Valentine Celebration for Everyone!

Saturday, February 18

Don’t miss this special night out with your significant other or good friends. Let us take care of everything…

Kick off the evening with appetizers and socializing
Enjoy a fabulous meal served to you at your table
Indulge in some decadent desserts
Free childcare provided by certified adults

Only $15 per person / 5 p.m. Social Hour - 6 p.m. Dinner Joy Lutheran Church, 1435 St. Croix Street, Prescott, WI   This event is hosted by Joy Lutheran Church, St. Joseph Catholic Church, and the Prescott L.I.F.E. Organization.

Souper Bowl of Caring

Join Congregations Across America for Souper Bowl Sunday !! It’s simple. Each year on Super Bowl Sunday, students take up a collection asking each worshiper for donations of $1.00 or one non-perishable food item for those in need. Its local. In the U.S., over $10.1 million per year is donated to charities that provide shelter to the homeless, food to the hungry, and compassion to those in need. It unites. Since the Souper Bowl of Caring began with one youth group, this youth-led mission has generated more than $60 million for local charities across the country. It’s JOY! Joy Lutheran Church has been participating in this event for 17 years! Help make a difference with a special offering and nonperishable food items on Sunday, February 5, 2012. The Food Pantry has requested these items: cereal, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bars of soap, shampoo, toilet paper, disposable shavers, and feminine hygiene products.

CHURCH LIBRARY NEWS

ATTENTION KIDS OF ALL AGES!! Did you know Joy has a library? The books and movies aren't just for your parents and the old people. There are shelves filled with good reading for all ages.

Truth Unplugged, Real Answers for the Tough Questions Teens Ask by Jim Burns. The sub-title is “Straight Talk about Life, Love, and Faith”. Here are a few questions in the book: Is it justifiable to beat up this bully?
Every time I quit drinking or doing drugs I lose friends. What does the Bible say about body piercing and tattoos? Is saying ‘Oh, my God!’ a sin? Why does God let things like murder happen? Can you help me stop hating myself and wishing I was never born?

Narnia, The Lion Witch and The Wardrobe - Lucy’s Adventure adapted by Michael Flexer for ages 7 and up.
Is an easy read chapter book based on the movie. This a good introduction to the C.S. Lewis Narnia series,
which is also in the library, for young readers.

What Happens When I Talk to God? (The power of prayer for boys and girls) by Stormie Omartian.
Preschool and early elementary, a good parents ‘read to me’ book.

The Secret Arrow by Alyce Bergy. A story of David. Easy reading for elementary age kids.

We have several titles of ARCH books, which are all based on Bible stories.

Please Stop Laughing at Me by Jodee Blanco. A true story about being bullied and taunted. John Bradshaw, author of the New York Times bestseller Homecoming writes "This book could save your child's life. It's a must read for parents, educators, and everyone concerned with the health and well-being of our children.”

If there is a special book or DVD we are missing, let us know. Anyone wishing to donate Christian fiction, non-fiction, resource and children's books, Bibles, books on tape, DVDs, CDs, there is a donation box in the library. Donations of money can be left with the office. The library does not have a budget line in the church budget and relies on your donations.
Thank you. Joy Library Committee

Looking for a church home?

Want to know more about Joy Lutheran? Have you been active at Joy and now interested in membership? Are you wondering what it means to be a member of a church?

Joy can help you gain a community of friends, spiritual growth for you and your family, and a calm center in the midst of your busy life.

This is a great opportunity for you to learn about the life and ministry of Joy Lutheran Church and ask any questions you may have.

The next Intro to Joy (I2J) class is Sunday, March 4. New Member Sunday will be Sunday, April 22.

If you would like to be included in upcoming communications about this event, please call the church office at 715-262-5800.