This presentation is based on the account found in the Gospel of Luke. Some have said that the Roman centurion became a Christian later in life. We don't know. Some say that he called Jesus the Son of God at the foot of the cross.

Tonight, we are invited to witness one of the most important events in the history of the early church. We will get to listen to Paul, as he writes one of his letters. Paul wrote at least 14 letters, and probably more. Some have been lost. Each began and ended in similar fashion to the letter you will hear tonight. As you listen, keep in mind the key word, “sinned” from our theme passage for Lent, which is taken from Romans, one of Paul’s own letters!

Cast of Characters: Noah: Doesn't go to church. Interested in horror movies and girls. Rhiannon: Has mixed emotions about confirmation and the church. Melanie: Enthusiastic about confirmation. Erin: Dislikes confirmation classes. Plans to drop out of church after confirmation. Vanessa: Dislikes confirmation. Her parents force her to be involved. Martin: Articulate, serious about confirmation. Mr. Kaufmann: School teacher. Wants to teach the students about the meaning of confirmation.

Imagine this is the first time you have worshipped at your congregation. Your 2-year old has decided that the service is far too long, and made it clear you needed to locate the nursery. Your anxiety mounts as you wander around the narthex, trying to contain your child and locate the undersized sign hidden in the corner which directs people to the nursery.

Welcome to our "Christmas Through the Century" Program. We have an evening of memories planned for you. We hope that you enjoy our history lesson.

This litany was written by Paul Ericksen and Ned Lenhart at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Chippewa Falls, WI in April, 2005. Used on a Communion Sunday, we placed this piece after the Song of the Day. It is followed by the Sharing of the Peace and the Prayers of the People before the communion celebration.

Teachers, guides, and leaders are invited to come to the front of the church. Pastor: You have been called to teach and lead in the Education Ministry at Our Saviour's. You are being asked to commit yourself to your role as a teacher, guide, leader and to be diligent in your study of Scripture and in prayer.

Included inside are variations from four churches! Please assist the church by completing a "Time and Talent Survey" for each member in your household grade eight and above. Return it to the church at your earliest convenience. Thank you! As skills or volunteers are needed, categories or activities will be retrieved. Perhaps some of the items you mark will never be called forth; should this be the case, please know that your willingness is still greatly appreciated. You never know when the church may be in need of one of the items you checked!

Lenten Activities that can be done and enjoyed by all ages with a soup and sandwich supper leading in to the Mid-Week Lenten Service

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