December 31st, 1969
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday begins the Lenten Worship season and as such starts our Lenten practice of Wednesday mid-week Worship. This year Ash Wednesday falls on February 17 and our Worship on that day will be at 12:10 p.m. and again at 7:00 in the evening. Both services will have a Service of Imposition of Ashes and Holy Communion. Our prayer is that you will join us as we Worship our crucified Lord.

December 31st, 1969
The Gathering
In 2010, the Gathering is going to start the new year out right! Our first venture will be a celebration of epic proportions held on Super Bowl Sunday. Get ready for food, fellowship, worship, and of course, a little bit of cheering. Join the fun on February 7. All are welcome to attend. The Gathering will be meeting every Sunday at 6:00 p.m. beginning in February. Because of the increased frequency of services, we would greatly appreciate help with the accompanying meals. If you would like to contribute, please contact Lori Rothermund at lrothermund@hastings.edu or (402-681-0072).

December 31st, 1969
Judas Purse
Matthew 25:40 reminds us that when we serve others we are serving Christ. This year, disbursements of Judas Purse Offerings will be dedicated to the following: 50% to Open Table and 50% for Community Emergencies (such as house fires). This Lent as we remember the self-giving of God in Jesus Christ we also practice offering ourselves for others as an act of worship.

December 31st, 1969
Helping those in Haiti
If you would like to donate money to be sent to help those in Haiti, please make checks payable to First St. Paul's and include in memo that you would like money to go to Haiti. To date, we have received $2,360 in donations for Haiti. If you are a Thrivent member, please note this, as Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will match $1.00 for every $2.00 donated (up to 1 million dollars, maximum of $250.00 per member).

December 31st, 1969
Lenten Preview
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2010. As always, our Wednesday evening ICHTHUS programming will be adjusted so that we will be able to hold Worship at 7:00 p.m. This Lent we are going to have the opportunity of exploring the "Witnesses of the Passion," a Lenten series where the message will be primarily presented in terms of drama. Pastors of the Lutheran Cluster will be dramatically portraying these individuals. These Pastors include Pastor Adam White, Pastor Judy Terry-Nuss, Pastor Joel Remmers, Pastor Dan Cossen, Pastor Renee Johnson, and Pastor Steven Peeler.

December 31st, 1969
Youth Page Updates
Check out the updates on the Youth page. The ski trip registration has been extended, and registration for the Summer Experience to Taize, France is now open.