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Financial Peace in Turbulent Times
The wealthiest man who ever lived actually wrote a book of the Bible. Even Bill Gates had nothing on Solomon, king of Israel. Solomon ate from plates of solid gold. He was also the wisest man who ever lived. Fortunately, he wrote down God-given principles for financial peace in a book called Proverbs. Discover financial peace in turbulent times this Sunday, February 22 at 10:45 a.m. 101 Pecan Drive, in Schertz [map and directions].
Nursery (infant to age 3)
A caring nursery is available for children infant – age 3 at any time during the worship service on Sundays in the Mother’s Room, to the left as you exit the worship area.
Movers & Shakers (ages 2-4)
Children ages 2-4 are invited to Movers & Shakers during the LifeLesson portion of worship after the children's talk for a fun learning time. Join us in the Mother's room, to the left as you exit the worship area. Interested in helping with Movers & Shakers? Contact Isabella White at 650-3166.
J.A.M. (ages 5-8)
Children ages 5-8 are invited to join us for J.A.M., our age appropriate worship/learning experience for children, just after the Children's message this Sunday! Interested in helping with J.A.M.? Contact David White at 650-3166.
Just for Tweens (ages 9-12)
Kids ages 9—12 are invited to be a part of Tweens, a group specially designed for them. Join them on Sunday during the LifeLesson portion of worship for this fun learning experience. Want to know more? Call David White at 650-3166.
Grace Prayer Team
Know the miraculous power of prayer. Word of Life has a team of prayer warriors ready to pray for you. The team meets on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. [map and directions] to pray for the morning worship and other needs. Also, prayer partners will be available to pray with you or for you after worship. Just come to the right side of the worship area.
If you would like the team to pray for you throughout the week, just let Pastor Ken know (566-2237 or Ken@WordofLife4u.com), and he will share your request with the team. Want to be on this exciting prayer team? Contact Betty Tolsma 659-8107 or bettytolsma@sbcglobal.net.
Helpful Resources
We have a limited number of very helpful, bestselling books at great prices on our Resource Table in the lobby. There are copies of The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman which lists for $15 available for $6 and copies of The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey which lists for $25 available for $10. We provide these at our cost. Purchases are on the honor system. Just write “Resource Table” in the memo line of your check or place cash in a “Resource Table” envelope and place it in the offering box. If you’re in a financial crisis and would read The Total Money Makeover but can’t spare $10, a member has offered to cover the cost of your book, just let Pastor Ken know.
Chris Stemmermann has a few books she has found very helpful which she is making available on loan: Live Your Life for Half the Price by Mary Hunt, Financial Peace by Dave Ramsey, Debt-Free Living by Larry Burkett, Greatest Secrets of the Coupon Mom by Stephanie Nelson, Debt Proof Your Kids by Mary Hunt, Debt Proof Living by Mary Hunt, and Getting out of Debt Pocket Guide by Howard Dayton, Jr. Contact Chris: 566-1401
LifeGroups
For Women—Evening
Join us for a study of Esther. Mondays at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Patti Mitschke’s home 1531 Jasmine Dr, Schertz
Questions? 566-1650
For Students
Students in 7th grade and up are invited to join us on Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. for a study of “The Beatitudes.”
Location: The Peterson's home 2839 Pond Apple Drive, Schertz
Questions? 945-7952
For Women—Daytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. for the Beth Moore study, “A Woman’s Heart: God’s Dwelling Place.”
Location: Sherri Smith's home 3309 Dusty Crossing, Schertz
Questions? 659-2585
For Men
Start your workday off right with time in the Word and with other men of God. Join us on Fridays, 6:30 a.m.
Location: IHOP 17220 I-35, Schertz
Questions? 566-2237
Building a Bigger Heaven in Texas
In our prayers this week, we’re remembering missionary pastor Paul Hoemann and Lutheran Student Fellowship in their ministry and mission to students at Texas A & M and Blinn College, in College Station. They just celebrated the baptism of a Chinese international student last Sunday! We support this ministry through contributions to Texas Partners in Mission (TPIM). Ten percent of our weekly Sunday offerings are donated to TPIM.
Can-Do Summer Mission Trip
If you signed up for our trip to help with Hurricane Ike relief this summer, please plan to stay after worship this Sunday, February 22, for an important informational meeting. We’ll review necessary paperwork and the next $25 installment for travel expenses will be due. Didn't sign up, but think you might want to go? No problem! Come to the meeting this Sunday and find out more. Questions? Contact Sherlyn Scott, 566-2579
Why are the Youth going to… Starve for Food?
You may be wondering why students would be willing to not only give their time, but also give up eating for 30 hours when they participate in World Vision’s 30 Hour Famine. It’s simple: they are going without food so that others can eat. But there’s more to World Vision’s 30 Hour Famine than simply not eating. One of the many reasons groups do the 30 Hour Famine is to grow closer together—to create camaraderie by working side-by-side toward a common goal.
Another tangible result of the Famine comes through the simple act of going without food on behalf of children half a world away, drawing participants closer to Christ. They experience compassion, feeling the hunger of children who don’t have a choice about their own circumstances. Please continue to pray for the students in our congregation as they prepare to participate in the 30 Hour Famine, March 7 & 8. And consider how you can support their efforts to save kids’ lives through World Vision’s 30 Hour Famine.
Easter Plans
It’s time to start thinking and planning our Word of Life Easter celebration. Easter is Sunday, April 12. Please plan to stay after worship on Sunday, March 8, to discuss our Easter plans. Start thinking now about visitor friendly Easter activities and be ready to share them with others! If you can’t be with us on March 8, but you would like to help with the Easter events, please contact Patti Mitschke at Patti@WordofLife4u.com
Women’s Seminar
All Word of Life women and their friends are invited to a one day seminar hosted by Bethany Lutheran Church in south Austin on Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m.—2:30 p.m. The seminar speaker will be our own Patti Mitschke. Her theme—My True Identity, based on Isaiah 43:1, “Fear not, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by name. You are mine.” The cost is $25 per person and includes a catered lunch. Childcare will be provided. For more information, contact Patti Mitschke, Patti@WordofLife4u.com.
Love Won Out
Do you know someone who struggles with homosexuality? Focus on the Family cares and wants to help you respond in a Christ-like way. Nationally known Christian experts will address issues ranging from why some people struggle with same-sex attraction to the profound significance of God’s created intent for sexuality. You’ll also be better equipped to articulate God’s truth within your family and church.
The one-day conference, with sessions designed for teens, youth leaders, family members and others, will be held on Saturday, April 18 at Westover Hills Assembly of God. The registration fee is $50 in advance and $60 at the door. To register, call 1-800-AFAMILY or register online at lovewonout.com.
Online Calendar
You've read through the WordofLife4u. You sense what God wants you to do, but how do you keep track of events to invite your friends and neighbors to, groups where you can grow, and ministries where you can use your gifts to make a real difference? Check out our online calendar at: www.WordofLife4u.com/calendar.
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"Better Life" Links
Dave Ramsey's Baby Steps - "Better Than All the Rest? Yes, I believe so..." [more]
Super Savers - "Do you associate saving with deprivation? Relax—these simple steps to socking away money will reap lifelong benefits ..." [more]
Ten Ways to Save Money - "10 suggestions seem to be advised more than any others:..." [more]
Investing - Links to several articles about investing from a Biblical point of view [more]
Prayer Requests and Thanksgivings
We Thank God…
for the Gospel of Jesus Christ, who saved us by giving us the righteousness He earned throughout His life and His death on a cross, for entrusting us with money and guiding us out of debt and into saving a portion for emergencies, for retirement, for prosperity and for blessing others
for good or improving health
for our nation and our leaders, for standing guard over our troops and their families, and for those who have been wounded or who have sacrificed their lives defending us
for all the resources He has entrusted to our care, and we ask God to bless the gifts we offer Him today to help build a bigger heaven and better lives.
We Ask God…
to inspire and empower us to be wise, to save, to get out of debt, to be ready for lean times, to invest, to be committed to pursuing financial peace, to be generous, and to place all our trust in the Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace
to bless missionary pastor Paul Hoemann and Lutheran Student Fellowship in their mission and ministry to students at Texas A&M and Blinn College
to direct us to the piece of property which will best help us reach our community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and for resources to help us buy it
to comfort the families of victims of persecution, terrorism and disaster
to bless John Hunter as he goes through Marine boot camp and Josh Yates in Army school
to bless Ana Koester, Chuck Tolsma & Brad Moser with employment
to bless our leaders with godly wisdom and guidance that they may lead us according to His will
to protect our troops abroad, especially David Jason Berkland, Dustin Osgood, Filip Malka and Nathan Zimmerman in Iraq
to protect Howard Leasure in Iraq
to comfort the family and friends of Laura Laird (Mark Stemmermann’s sister) as they mourn her death
to heal John Bowden, Lisa Flowers, Debra Gutierrez, Nik Altman, Art Stemmermann, Dot Dacier, Katherine Knowles, Cole White, Kathleeen Archer, Judie, Jordan Hernandez, Bea Bernthal and Erwin Michalk; to heal those battling cancer: Matthew Provencio, Manuel Coloura, Cindy, Todd Reineck, Zach Vangundy, Amanda Conniff, Brandon Landsbury, Ruie Pines, Natalie, Pam Smith, Ann Dube, Vonda Boerger, Kurt Bickel, Susan Doering and to comfort and strengthen their families
to empower us to make it hard for people to go to hell from our cities.
Join us in prayer wherever you are! You may leave prayer requests at 566-2237 or Ken@WordofLife4u.com.
Saving Fun
Just a Thought
Almost half of Americans report having less than $5,000 in savings and investments, including 1 out of 10 who have none at all. Significantly, more than one-fourth of Americans did not save or invest any of their income in the past year. -Dr. Seymour Lieberman, Homemade
Joy & Peace,
Pastor Ken Mitschke
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Word of Life Fellowship-LCMS
1531 Jasmine Dr
Schertz TX 78154-3738
www.WordofLife4u.com
210-566-2237
Ken@WordofLife4u.com
We're building a bigger heaven and better lives!
Word of Life Fellowship LCMS
1531 Jasmine Dr
Schertz TX 78154-3738
Pastor Ken Mitschke
210-566-2237
Ken@WordofLife4u.com