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Good morning and greetings from Abiding Peace (Five Forks)!
God continues to "epiphany" (a word meaning "reveal") his Son Jesus and this Sunday he is the light that shines in the darkness. What does the light of Christ uncover? What does it bring to life? What does it mean for our Christian life? Come Sunday and hear what God has to say.
Speaking of Sunday and the approaching winter storm that is forecast. We will keep watching, but be sure to look for a communication from me on Saturday regarding any changes.
Serving Sunday at AP Five Forks (Thank you!):
Greeters: Schwall (E), J. Streblow (L)
Acolyte: K. Schultz (E), L. Gantt (L)
Ushers: Eggert, Markham (E), S. Streblow, Lindow (L)
Childcare (10:30 a.m.): K. Maguire, R. Gantt
Flowers: ______
Altar Guild: Beach (E), Splese (L)
Keyboard: Chad Gantt
Prayer Notes:
- We continue our prayers for Stephanie Streblow and her family as they mourn the death of her mother ("Kookie") and rejoice in God's gracious gift of life and eternal life.
God grant peace and comfort to all.
- As we see this powerful storm approach, we ask the Lord who governs all things for the good of his people, to extend his hand of protection to prevent the loss of life and property.
- We also pray for all those who are caught up in the unrest in various places in our nation. May the peace of Christ and the light of his love shine into the darkness of sin. May the light of God's truth also shine to bring clarity and hope.
Other Notes:
- The weather may also postpone our cutting and clearing of trees on campus. Stay tuned for an update on that as well.
- Sunday, be sure to sign up for these two fellowship events:
Chili cookoff (and now cornbread, too) - January 31, beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Valentines party - February 13, starting at 6:00 p.m. Cost is $10/person
- 2025 offering statements (for tax purposes) are in member mailboxes or will be mailed. If you have a question, please speak with Doug Rall. (PS - we thank Doug for his careful attention and dedicated service as our AP Financial Secretary.)
- APA enrollment is open! Perhaps after "catching your breath" after Christmas, now is the time to register for the 2026-27 school year. Learn more and refer a friend to apacademysc.org.
- APT (Abiding Peace Teens) are heading to the bowling alley on Sunday, February 15 - after the second service. Talk to Vicar Charlie to attend.
- College/Young adult online Bible study kicks off tonight at 9:00 p.m. (and then meets again on 2/5 and 2/19). To connect - Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86282883951?pwd=0SZ8gnAvztdAPkrbcEhakHREi0Sedr.1. Passcode: 841402
- The January Forward in Christ magazines are available (sorry for the delay - some shipping issues).
Those celebrating birthdays and anniversaries the week of January 25-31 (to extend a greeting, if you wish):
"Happy Birthday" to: Martin Cwiakala (25), Brian Frey (25), Julie Schmidt (26), Jeff Skory (28), Rich Martin (29), and Maxine Pierson (31).
"Happy Anniversary" to: (None, according to our records)
And finally...Bob and Dune Clarke attended the WELS Leadership Conference in Chicago this week and ran into lots of familiar faces, including these former AP folks...
Nate Stein, Dan Rodewald, Dan Sprain, Zach Seeger, Jake Schmidt, Zach Bloomquist, and Nate Goelzer.
That's all for this week.
God's blessing on your day.
- Pastor Duane