One of my favorite Lenten hymns is “My Song is Love Unknown”. The words speak of the depth of love Jesus has for us. Nothing can stop Jesus from loving us. What kind of king is this? It is for our sake Jesus died. My song is love unknown, My Savior’s love to me, Love to the love-less shown, That they might lovely be. Oh, who am I, that for my sake My Lord should take frail flesh and die? He came from his blest throne, Salvation to bestow; But men made strange, and none The longed for Christ would know. But, oh, my friend, my friend in deed, Who at my need this life did spend; Here might I stay and sing-No story so divine! Never was love, dear King, Never was grief like thine. This is my friend, in whose sweet praise, I all my days could gladly spend! One of my favorite Easter hymns is “I Know that My Redeemer Lives” as it tells what Jesus resurrection means for our daily lives as we live in faith and trust. I know that my Redeemer lives! What comfort this sweet sentence gives! He lives, he lives, who once was dead; He lives, my ever living head! He lives to silence all my fears; He lives to wipe away my tears; He lives to calm my troubled heart; He lives all blessings to impart. He lives and grants me daily breath; He lives, and I shall conquer death; He lives my mansion to prepare; He lives to bring me safely there. We invite you to worship in this holy season. As we hear and enter into the story of Jesus’ passion and resurrection. It is for us - For our sin and brokenness Jesus died on the cross. It is for us – Jesus rose on Easter morning to conquer death to give us life now and eternal life. BECAUSE JESUS LIVES, WE TOO SHALL LIVE! - Pastor Lisa THE VINEBRANCH APRIL , 2011 “CELEBRATING AND TELLING THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST” Forums 2 New Member Class 3 Pre-school 4 Book Club 4 Youth & Family 5 First Communion Class 5 Memorial Scholarships 6 MN Twins Game 6 LEAFS 7 Growing Through Loss 8 Women of the Church 9 Financials 9 Praises of Thanks 9 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Living in God’s love, Abiding Savior Lutheran Church is a welcoming and caring family that nurtures spiritual growth, shares our Christian faith, and serves all creation. Easter and Holy Week Worship Services Easter Sunday Services, April 24 7:30, 9:00 and 10:30 am Easter Breakfast 8:30 to 11:00 am Palm Sunday, April 17, ~ 9:00 and 11:00 am Traditional Services Maundy Thursday, April 21, ~ 4:00 and 6:30 pm Holy Communion Good Friday, April 22, ~ 4:00 and 6:30 pm PASTOR LISA RICHARDSON
Transcript
One of my favorite Lenten hymns is “My Song is Love Unknown”.
The words speak of the depth of love Jesus has for us. Nothing can stop
Jesus from loving us. What kind of king is this? It is for our sake Jesus
died.
My song is love unknown, My Savior’s love to me, Love to the love-less shown, That they
might lovely be. Oh, who am I, that for my sake My Lord should take frail flesh and die?
He came from his blest throne, Salvation to bestow; But men made strange, and none The
longed for Christ would know. But, oh, my friend, my friend in deed, Who at my need this
life did spend;
Here might I stay and sing-No story so divine! Never was love, dear King, Never was grief
like thine. This is my friend, in whose sweet praise, I all my days could gladly spend!
One of my favorite Easter hymns is “I Know that My Redeemer Lives” as it tells
what Jesus resurrection means for our daily lives as we live in faith and trust.
I know that my Redeemer lives! What comfort this sweet sentence gives! He lives, he lives,
who once was dead; He lives, my ever living head!
He lives to silence all my fears; He lives to wipe away my tears; He lives to calm my
troubled heart; He lives all blessings to impart.
He lives and grants me daily breath; He lives, and I shall conquer death; He lives my
mansion to prepare; He lives to bring me safely there.
We invite you to worship in this holy season. As we hear and enter into the story of
Jesus’ passion and resurrection. It is for us - For our sin and brokenness Jesus
died on the cross. It is for us – Jesus rose on Easter morning to conquer death to
give us life now and eternal life. BECAUSE JESUS LIVES, WE TOO SHALL
LIVE!
- Pastor Lisa
T H E V I N E B R A N C H
A P R I L , 2 0 1 1
“ C E L E B R A T I N G A N D T E L L I N G T H E G O S P E L O F J E S U S C H R I S T ”
Forums 2
New Member Class 3
Pre-school 4
Book Club 4
Youth & Family 5
First Communion Class 5
Memorial Scholarships 6
MN Twins Game 6
LEAFS 7
Growing Through Loss 8
Women of the Church 9
Financials 9
Praises of Thanks 9
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Living in God’s
love, Abiding
Savior Lutheran
Church is a welcoming
and caring
family that nurtures
spiritual growth,
shares our
Christian faith,
and serves all
creation.
Easter and Holy Week Worship Services
Easter Sunday Services, April 24
7:30, 9:00 and 10:30 am
Easter Breakfast 8:30 to 11:00 am
Palm Sunday, April 17, ~ 9:00 and 11:00 am Traditional Services
Maundy Thursday, April 21, ~ 4:00 and 6:30 pm Holy Communion
Good Friday, April 22, ~ 4:00 and 6:30 pm
PASTOR LISA RICHARDSON
HAPPENINGS AT ABIDING SAVIOR
April 3 — Wills, Trusts and Healthcare Direc-
tives, What You Should Know
by Howard Helgen, Attorney at Law.
Join Attorney Howard Helgen to learn more about
the importance of getting your affairs in order no
matter what your age. Mr. Helgen will address
wills, trusts, and healthcare directives (living wills)
and answer questions about assisting our loved
ones in handling our assets and carrying out our
will when we are gone.
Mr. Helgen is a part of Helgen Law Firm in Coon
Rapids and has over 34 years experience as an at-
torney. He currently serves on the Ethics Commit-
tee for Mercy and Unity Hospitals where he expe-
riences first-hand the problems associated with
not having a healthcare directive in place.
April 10 — Please join us for brunch in the Fellow-
ship Hall. New members will be our special guests.
April 17 — Church Council Town Hall Forum
Come and hear from your Church Council what is
happening here at Abiding Savior as we move for-
ward together listening to God’s call for our
church and our lives. The Church Council will give a
short update on the ministries and direction of the
church and answer any questions from members.
April 24 — Join us for Easter Breakfast in the
Fellowship Hall 8:30 to 11:00 am.
ADULT FORUMS
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ADULT FORUMS
May 1 — The Work of the Church in Kenya by
Kate Longtin
Kate Longtin is one of our students working at
Abiding Savior from Luther Seminary. You have
seen her around for the past year preaching,
teaching, and leading worship. As a part of her
preparation to be a pastor, Kate was a part of a
mission trip to Kenya this past January and she
will be sharing with us her thoughts and observa-
tions during her time there. Come and learn
more about the work of the church in Kenya.
Christ is Risen!
Alleluia!
WEDNESDAY EVENING
LENTEN SERVICES
The Wednesday Evening Lenten Worship Services
are at 4:00 pm and 6:30 pm. During the service a
play called, ―The Life Teachers of Samuel Jacob‖
is featured. This play has Confirmation students
visiting a shut-in in the nursing home named Sam-
uel Jacob. Samuel Jacob relays stories from his
life that taught him important lessons. These
―encounters‖ with someone from the past help to
shape the man he has become. In the final play,
we realize that Samuel Jacob has become a life
teacher to the Confirmation students. You won’t
want to miss these powerful dramas and meaning-
ful worship services!
―The Life Teachers of Samuel Jacob‖
March 30 Evelyn Liniski
April 6 The Girl in Room 404 West
April 13 Communion and Reunion
BIBLE STUDY
Women’s Bible Study. ―Fear not for I am with you.‖ Isaiah 41:10. You are invited to study one of
the most beautiful sections of the Bible; Isaiah
chapters 40-66, each Thursday morning from
10:00-11:00 am. during the Women’s Bible Study.
Please join us as you are able for fellowship, cof-
fee/tea, and lots of good food. Music and Study
is led by Pastor Lisa. No previous Bible Study is
needed.
Men’s Breakfast Bible Study - Meets the first,
third and fifth Tuesdays at 8:30am (April 5, 19)
to continue discussing the ―Parables of Jesus‖ led
by Pastor Ryan. Join us for a hot breakfast, good
fellowship, and to learn more about the Bible.
HEALTH MINISTY
Keep watching the bulletin board for more TAKE
TEN exercise ideas. If you have some sugges-
tions, please let us know, we will post them as
well.
Sunday, April 17 we will be
checking blood pressures in the
library. Stop by and find out how
your blood pressure is.
You can also check out our new ―Health Corner‖ in
the library. This will be a place to find current
information about healthy lifestyles, nutrition
hints, things that you can do to help your heart
health and blood pressure, and a variety of other
topics. We will also use this space to share ways
that we might be of assistance to you with your
health concerns, and programs that we will be of-
fering.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT
LENTEN SOUP SUPPER
4:30pm – 6:30pm.
Come enjoy fun fellowship and a great bowl of
soup for $3.00.
All proceeds from the meal will go to a designated
ministry. For example on March 9th the proceeds
went to help kids pay for Wapo. Watch in the bulletin
for more information.
April 6 – Wild Rice Soup
April 13 - Ham and Potato Soup
April 21 - Soup Supper (note date)
April 27 - Spaghetti
NEW RAILINGS
In an effort to make it easier for readers, communion
servers, and others to access the altar area, we now
have new railings in the Sanctuary to get up and down
the steps to the altar. The are located along the back
side of the steps on both sides. Thanks to Richard
Hanson for his hard work designing and building the
railings!
If you are considering joining our family of faith
we invite you to our New Member Orientation
Classes on Wednesday, March 30, and April 6,
from 7:00-8:00 pm. These meetings are a chance
to learn more about Abiding Savior, our minis-
tries, and a great opportunity to meet new people
at church. On Sunday, April 10, New Members
will be received in worship and will be our guests
of honor at a brunch served that day as well.
Even if you can only make one of the classes, we
invite you to join us. Every new member family or
individual will have a sponsor who will welcome
them and be there to answer any questions they
might have. If you are able to attend the class
please call the church office and let us know you
will be coming. We welcome your presence and
rejoice that you have found a church home at
Abiding Savior!
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION
Happy Spring! Spring at preschool is a wonderful
time of the year, the preschool children have had
spring fever for a couple of weeks. We are
getting ready to celebrate Easter. It is so
wonderful to be able to share the miracle of
Easter. We will visit Como Zoo for our spring field
trip. It's a wonderful opportunity to get to see
large animals that live here in St Paul.
We hope you are enjoying your Butter Braids.
Thank you for your continued support of the
preschool. We are taking registrations for the
2011-2012 school year. Pick up a registration form
After Easter (April 24) the schedule will return to the
normal times. Please talk to the directors if you have
any questions about the Lenten schedule.
You are invited to join Ageless Voices and Ju-
bilation Ringers for an Easter Sunday Anthem.
We will practice March 30, April 6, 13 and 20 af-
ter the Lenten Service in the choir room. We will
have a rehearsal with bells, brass and choir after
the Good Friday service. We welcome all ages and
singing ability. Questions call Gary Peterson at
651-780-2424.
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BOOK CLUB
Book Club April 2011
DOUBLE DUTCH
By Sharon M. Draper
Delia and her Double Dutch teammates love jump-
ing rope and hope to go to the World Double Dutch
Championships. They are extremely skilled at the
intricate footwork and timing required to be on
one of the best rope jumping teams. However,
when it comes to growing up and being in middle
school, their timing and footwork doesn’t come as
easy. There are secrets, rumors, and bullies.
What is it that middle school kids have to deal
with? How do they think, act, and feel? This book
will give the reader a glimpse of what it is like to
be in middle school.
Read the book and join us for a discussion on
April 13th at church at 5:15pm.
All are invited to join us.
CHILDREN AND YOUTH SUNDAY
Thank You Children and Youth!
Thank you to our outstanding children and youth
who led us in worship on February 27th and March
6th! You all did a great job and we are so happy
to see you sharing God’s love with others. Thank
you also to Lisa Schlotterback and Andy Pothen
for their work with our children’s choir and our
youth program.
We look forward to hearing from you again next
year!
Attend our second annual Easter Egg
Hunt on Saturday, April 9th, 10:00-
11:30 am. Come for crafts and activi-
ties, a journey with Pastor Ryan, an indoor egg
hunt, and at least a few bunnies to pet (there’s a
possibility of other small animals, too). Suggest-
ed donation is $3/child.
***Please bring your own basket/
container for collecting eggs.***
YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRY
NOTE FROM ANDY FAMILY MINISTRY
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SUNDAY SCHOOL
Coins for Camp: All Sunday school offerings
during Lent will be used to reduce camp fees for
those attending camp Wapo this summer. In ad-
dition to the children’s regular envelope offer-
ing, classrooms will have special
jars for coins. There will also be
opportunities for the congregation
to contribute.
Hello Youth and Families,
I hope you all had a great spring break and were able
to relax some before the final push to the end of the
school year! It's officially Spring, a time of rebirth
and fresh starts. Try to forget about the stress that
the long winter months brought, and focus on new goals
for this new season!
It is not too late to sign up for the mission trip if you
are still interested! There are a limited number of
spots available, so contact me ASAP if you would like to
make one of those spots yours! In case you forgot the
dates... July 30th-August 7th and the fee is approxi-
mately $150. You must be entering at least 9th grade
in the fall in order to participate. What could be bet-
ter than a week of heat, beaches, good company, im-
pacting lives, serving others, and growing in your
faith?!?
MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER TRIP. The youth coun-
cil will be hosting a 3 day trip to Duluth for middle
schooler's this summer. The dates for this trip will be
August 21st-23rd. Jay Cooke State Park, Gooseberry
Falls, Canal Park, and downtown Duluth are just some of
the attractions we will experience on this fun filled
trip! Mark these dates on your calendars now. Sign up
sheets will be available soon in the youth room and on
the Youth Bulletin Board! Please see me with any ques-
tions.
ALSC youth.. you all ROCK!
Sincerely,
Andy
First Communion class for fourth-graders and any old-
er students and their parents who have not taken the
class will be held on Palm Sunday, April 17 from 10:05
– 1:00 p.m. It starts at Sunday school time and contin-
ues through lunch. This class will prepare them for
their First Communion which they will take with their
families on Maundy Thursday, April 21st. Pastor Lisa
will be teaching this class. They will make chalices,
bake bread used for communion and learn about why
we have communion. Check in the office for more de-
tails.
FIRST COMMUNION CLASS As you make your summer plans, please set aside
the week of August 8-12 to attend VBS-
Vacation Bible School, five fun-filled mornings
exploring and celebrating God’s word and pres-
ence in our lives through stories, songs, games,
crafts, snacks – and a whole lot more! Come and
be a part of it.
If you are a teen or adult, please start
thinking about volunteering as a leader,
guide or helper. Look for more details
as summer approaches.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
SHARING AND CARING HANDS
We will not be going to Sharing and Caring Hands
this month. The next opportunity to go is May 19.
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Attention all Students!!
The Abiding Savior Holmberg Memorial Schol-
arship is available to pick up in the church office.
You can fill it out and return to the office no lat-
er than April 20th. The scholarship committee
will be giving the award on May 1 at the 9:00 am
service.
We are pleased to say that we have another
scholarship available this year, The Brian Peter
Hansen Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship
is worth $500. You can pick up this application in
the church office also and it needs to be re-
turned no later than April 20th.
CAMP WAPOGASSET
Abiding Savior will be going to Wapo:
July 15-17 (Seeds, 2nd and 3rd graders)
July 17-22 (4th-9th graders)
July 17-22 (TIM Team, high school students)
We hope you put Camp Wapogasset in your sum-
mer plans. It is such a fun place to go. It is a
chance to grow in your faith and spend time with
other youth. Remember you can invite your
friends to go with you to camp.
Registrations were due in March, but there
are still openings. Please check in with Trisha in
the office. Registrations are on the shelf across
from the office. Fundraising opportunities and
scholarships are available.
YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRY
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We’ve had some fun the past two
months, and now we’re going to
get to work! On Friday, April
15th, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., you
can put your creativity to use making dog blan-
kets, cat toys, and chew toys for rabbits and
guinea pigs. These are simple but fun projects,
and they will be donated to the Animal Humane
Society to benefit the animals who are sheltered
there. We’ll also take time for a snack, compose
a prayer for God’s creatures, and enjoy an animal-
themed movie.
Please sign up on the Children’s Ministry bulletin
board. There is no cost for this activity, but if
you have any polar fleece to donate, please bring
it (we’ll be using 24 to 36-inch squares).
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
2ND—5TH GRADE
MEALS ON WHEELS
MINNESOTA TWINS GAME
THINK SUMMER! THINK MINNESOTA TWINS!
Imagine yourself sitting under the lights on a
summer evening in August with no snow!! Tues-
day, August 23 is Lutheran Night
at the Twins. We have reserved
2 buses and 110 tickets for our
congregation. Watch for more
information or talk to Pastor Lisa.
We would love to have you come
with us and cheer on the Twins.
Abiding Savior is delivering “Meals on Wheels‖
during the week of April 11-15. If you can help
drive or deliver please contact Gloria Peterson at
763-784-2751.
OTHER MINISTRIES
WOMEN’S CIRCLES
ASLC Women’s Circles
April meetings:
Priscilla/Rebecca at 1:00 pm - Tues, April 12
Meeting is at ASLC - Doris and Lavina—Hostesses
Lydia meets at 7:00 pm—Monday, April 11
Meeting is at ASLC - Bonnie Fletcher—Hostess
** Note date change **
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LEAFS
We are happy to host an excellent learning op-
portunity on May 2 and May 16:
LEAFs: Life Enrichment Adult Forums LEAFs an ecumenical ministry who’s purpose is
to enjoy lifelong learning, creative expression,
and interfaith fellowship.
The session begins with devotions led by our
pastors. Then you can choose two different
classes. The classes are taught by fabulous
people and are full of exciting information.
There is a coffee break in-between the clas-
ses. The day ends with lunch served at 12:00.
The cost is $14 per session which includes
speakers, coffee break and lunch.
On Monday, April 4, and 18 the LEAFS will be
at St. William Catholic Church, in Fridley.
See the complete list of course offered and
registration forms on the bulletin board across
from the office. If you have questions, you can
talk to Pastor Ryan or Pastor Lisa.
MEN’S FISHING TRIP
Mark your calendars now for the Second Annual
Men’s Fishing Trip to be held on June 24-26. In-
vite your friends and neighbors, sons and sons-in-
law for a weekend of fishing and fellowship at Lu-
ther Dell Camp in Remer, MN on the shores of Boy
Lake. We will leave Friday morning and be back
Sunday evening. The cost, including housing in cab-
ins, all of our meals while at camp, bait, and gas for
our motors and cars, should be about $125 per per-
son (less for those under 18). We will be bringing
our own boats to use over the weekend, but if you
don’t have a boat don’t worry, others will share!
Watch for more details as the summer approaches.
Please sign up across from the church
office on the bulletin board. If you
have any questions please contact Pas-
tor Ryan.
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN
Our congregation will be packaging meals, for
Feed My Starving Children during Holy Week
on Wednesday, April 20 6:00-7:30 pm. We
have 30 spots open. We leave church at 5:45
pm. if you would like to carpool there or you can
just meet us at FMSC. Feed My Starving Chil-
dren is in Coon Rapids at 401 - 93rd Ave. You
can sign up on the bulletin board across from
the office.
Feed My Starving Children has been sending
food to Japan in the past few weeks. 58 mil-
lion meals were sent to Haiti in 2010 in addition
to sending millions of meals to partnerships in
more that 70 countries around the world! This
is such a needed ministry. Thank you.
YOUNG AT HEART
Our spring Young at Heart potluck in on
Tuesday, May 3rd at 11:30 am.
Our speakers are Clem and Elizabeth Nagle. Their
topic is ―Spiritual Gardens‖.
Come enjoy lunch and spring fellowship!
All of our lives are touched by the experience of grief of some kind. We know
the pain of loss, of sickness, of death, of changes in our lives—loss of a spouse,
parent, child, friend, loss of a marriage due to separation and divorce, loss of
a job, loss of a home, loss of a pet, loss of a dream...Grief is hard and it takes
time to heal. We need to know that we are not alone in grief.
Abiding Savior is offering an excellent series of grief support called
―GROWING THROUGH LOSS”. This series can offer healing and help to
those who have experienced a recent loss, to those whose loss may have been
several years ago, and to those who would like to learn more to be able to walk
with others in grief. We personally invite you to attend and believe it will pro-
vide needed support.
The series begins on Tuesday, April 26. You are invited to the whole series or
as you are able. There is no cost but donations are accepted. Free child care
will be available as requested one week in advance.
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GROWING THROUGH LOSS
OTHER MINISTRIES
“There is sacredness in tears.
They are not the mark of
weakness, but the power.
They speak more eloquently
than 10,00 tongues. They are
the messengers of over-
whelming grief, of deep contri-
tion and of unspeakable love.”
- Washington Irving
“ The more we love, the more
we are hurt when we lose the
object of our love. But if we
are honest with ourselves,
would we have it any other
way?” - C.S. Lewis
“Grief is the rope burns left
behind when what we have
held to most dearly is pulled
out of reach, beyond our
grasp” - Steven Levine
“My life was suddenly divided
into BEFORE and AFTER, and
there was no going back to
BEFORE. But then I realized I
had a choice to live the AF-
TER. I had to decide.”
- Brenda Neal
“We have more occasion for
joy than sadness. The reason
is that we believe in the living
God. Because Christ lives, we
shall also live.”
- Martin Luther
Schedule April 26—Gail Noller a licensed psy-
chologist will give an overview of the
grief process.
May 3—Chaplain Janice Stanton will
talk about feelings and emotions during
grief.
May 10—Rita Goldhammer, Grief and
Loss Specialist, Life Coach and Author
will speak about Self-care Strategies
While Grieving.
May 17—Janice Winchester Nadeau a
licensed psychologist, and Marriage and
Family Therapist and Founder of Grow-
ing Through Loss will give a helpful
presentation about families and grief.
May 24—Ted Bowman, Trainer, Con-
sultant, Educator and Author is a fabu-
lous speaker. He speaks on loss of
dreams.
May 31—Pastor Lisa Richardson will
speak on the topic ―Where is God in
our Suffering‖ and lead in a service of
Healing and Hope.
Time: Tuesdays 6:45 to 9 p.m.
Agenda:
Registration 6:45 to 7 p.m.
Speaker 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Small groups 8 to 9 p.m.
Registration takes place each
program night here at church.
Each session is complete in it-
self.
You are welcome to attend one
or all. For more information talk
to Pastor Lisa. As a host church
we are asked to provide refresh-
ments and people to help with
registration, serving, and greet-
ing. If you are able to help with
this ministry please talk to Pas-
tor Lisa.
There are brochures across
from the office and at the infor-
mation booth. You can also visit
the website at
www.growingthroughloss.org
This is open to the everyone.
Please invite others to come.
Monthly Financial Highlights,
February 2011
Monthly YTD
Current Gifts and Giving
Tithes 31,867 70,173
Festival Giving - -
SUBTOTAL 31,867 70,173
Other Income 3,385 5,771
TOTAL INCOME 35,252 75,944
TOTAL EXPENSES 45,116 85,875
NET INCOME OVER (9,864) (9,931)
Benevolences Paid 675 1,300
PRAISES OF THANKSGIVING
Thank you to all who prayed for us, sent cards and ex-
tended sympathy to our family in the death of my father,
Howard Noyes. We appreciate your kindness.
Love, Bonnie and Ken Fletcher
―Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you, not as
the world gives do I give you. Let not your hearts be
troubled, neither let them be afraid.‖ Thank you for
your love and concern and all the prayers, support, and
comfort given during Byron’s many illnesses, and during
his death. We strongly felt the encouragement of many
members who were praying for us during some very diffi-
cult times in our lives. It was much appreciated. Thanks
also to Pastor Ryan and Pastor Lisa for their visits. We
thank God that Byron is at peace; therefore we are at
peace.
God’s blessing to you. Lila Ryti, Marikay and Jerry Ebert.
Dear Friends - Thanks so much for the many cards and
prayers for me when I was in the hospital and nursing
home after my fall in December. It’s such a blessing to
belong to such a caring church. Thanks to Pastor Lisa
and Pastor Ryan for visiting me at the hospital and the
New Brighton Care Center. The prayer shawl gave me
comfort and reminded me of all of you.
Much love and blessings to all, Millie Smith
What a blessing to belong to such a loving, caring family
of God. I thank you for your prayers, your cards and
phone calls I received when I was ill.
May God continue to bless us, Gean Meyers
Dear Friends at Abiding Savior,
On behalf of the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf, I would like
to thank you for your donation and encourage your con-
tinued support. We are currently giving out an average
of 30,000 pounds of food each month to a record number
of residents in our area. Our food shelf relies heavily on
donations from people like you. Without your support, we
would not be able to help so many families in need. Thank
you for your generosity.
Sincerely, Lisa Baker
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Adam Kaderbhai, Sophia Christopher and Stephen
Christopher were all baptized April 11, 2010. And
Ben Andria was baptized April 25, 2010. We join
their families in celebrating these little people on
their baptismal anniversaries.
BAPTISMAL ANNIVERSARIES
Please let the church know if you or a family member
are in the hospital. We would like to visit you and
pray for you. For confidentiality reasons the hospi-
tal does not notify us.
We care about you!!!
HOSPITAL STAYS
VINEBRANCH
The VineBranch is published monthly by the staff of
Abiding Savior. Members are encouraged to submit sto-
ry ideas, articles and comments to the office. Materials
must be received by the 15th of the month.
WOMEN OF THE CHURCH
Friends come in all Shapes and Sizes
and never go out of Style!
A Spring Salad Pot-luck Luncheon and Style Show
for the Women of Abiding Savior
Saturday, April 30, 2100 - 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Women of all ages are invited. Bring your favorite salad to share.
We look forward to hearing from Amy Haugen!
$5.00 for ladies 12 and older,
$2.50 for ladies 6-12 years old,
FREE for ladies 5 years and younger .
Tickets on sale starting April 10th - 27th.
Only 150 tickets will be sold.
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U P C O M I N G E V E N T S I N A P R I L . . .
April 6 - New Member Class April 9 - Family Ministry Easter Egg Event April 10 - New Member Received April 10 - MV Alumni Choir Concert April 13 - Book Club April 16 - Pizza Fundraiser for Mission Trip April 17 - Communion Class April 20 - Feed My Starving Children April 24 - Easter April 26 - Growing Through Loss Starts April 30 - Women of the Church Luncheon
U P C O M I N G E V E N T S I N M A Y . . .
May 2 - LEAFS Program May 3 - Young at Heart Potluck May 10 - Blood Drive May 16 - LEAFS Program May 22 - Family Sunday School - Pig Roast
