High School Senior Recognition Sunday May 20
Joy Lutheran Church would like to celebrate our graduates. On Sunday, May 20 at both the 8:15 AM and 10:00 AM services, we will have a special recognition for Joy’s graduating seniors. Graduates and their families will be invited to come forward for a blessing. There will be a Celebrate Joy pot-luck at 11:15 AM.
Celebrate Joy's Teachers
Help us celebrate the Sunday School, SHIFT, and Confirmation Teachers at Joy! There will be a Potluck Sunday, May 20th at 11a.m. following second service. Wondering What to bring? See the flyer for more details. A Love Offering will take place for the teachers during service on Sunday, May 13. Donations will be used towards a local gift certificate. Please mark “Sunday School on any donations placed in the offering plate.
Joy Lutheran Spring Community Events
Joy Plant Market
We will have the “Joy Plant Market” on Saturday May, 12th & Saturday May, 19th. This will be the 4th year we have had this event and it has been very well accepted by the community. The perennials are of the “home grown” variety so they do very well in the Prescott Area. We will have annuals and vegetable plants ready to plant in your garden.
Spring Fling Carnival
On June 10th we will have our 3rd annual “Joy Spring Fling”. This event will again provide some great fellowship and fun for the whole Prescott community. There will be something for every age group: games for children, dunk tank with “local” celebrities, a live auction, “Kid’s Treasures” (reusable kids item suggest as sporting goods, toys, clothing, dance outfits), and a bake sale. Ptacek’s grilled chicken lunch will be served and entertainment provided including local musicians and a magic show. Vendors such as Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Norwex, Thirty-One Gifts, Tastefully Simple and Discovery Toys will offer items for sale. The money raised will help support mission activities and church programs.
Twins/Brewers Game
On June 16th, Joy Lutheran is sponsoring “Twins / Brewers Baseball Game” at Target Field. Included: Coach bus ride,
tickets (family section), hot dog and pop (at the game) and treats (food and beverages) on the ride to and from Minneapolis.
For more information you can contact the church 715-262-5800 or by email to joychurch@centurytel.net .
Vacation Bible School Information
Vacation Bible School Day Camp will be held at Joy Lutheran Church the week of July 23-27. Joy Lutheran Church and Prescott's United Church of Christ are teaming together for this event. The two churchs are offering the opportunity in partnership with Luther Park Camp. Go to the Sunday School Page for more information and how to sign up.
Donated Hymnal Pickup
If you donated a green LBW and/or blue WOV hymnal, they are now available for pickup in the Fireside Room.
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.
KEEPING FAITH is written by Jodi Picoult, a well known author who
wrote My Sister’s Keeper and Change of Heart. This is the fictional story of a child named Faith who comes to the sudden
attention of the community, news media, etc. when she starts hearing divine voices, starts reciting biblical passages,
and develops a stigmata. Her mother tries to keep her life as normal as possible while others are trying to exploit her.
HOUSE RULES, also written by Jodi Picoult, is the fictional story of Jacob Hunt who has been
diagnosed with Asperger’s. All Jacob and his family want is to fit in, but suddenly the spotlight is on them and the
circumstances aren’t good.
THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME is written by Mark Haddon. This
fictional story is told in the words of the main character, Christopher. Christopher is writing a murder
mystery based on events that happened in his neighborhood. The twist is that Christopher has Autism.
There should be something for everyone in the library, from fiction to biographies, daily meditations, Bible studies, resource information, music, DVDs and VHS movies.
Something for all interests and all ages. Stop in, browse, and take something home.
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
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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.
If you would like to be included in upcoming communications about this event, please call the church office at 715-262-5800.
