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Sign up now for the big Kids Against Hunger Packing event on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2012.
This week's announcements
Tryouts for Children's Musical-Oh, Jonah! Feb. 22, 26
Individual auditions are required for all speaking and singing parts. Each audition takes about 6 minutes: Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22, 5:30-6:30 PM and Sunday, Feb. 26, 10:15 AM-12 PM. To try-out for speaking parts: bring a short paragraph from a favorite story to read aloud (with expression) and get ready to learn a short scene from the musical, with simple movements (Spirit Stage room). To try-out for vocal solo or small ensemble: come prepared to sing a 1-minute song you know well (childhood song, hymn, folksong), match pitches and sing back a short phrase of a melody (Westwood Waters room). Performance is May 6, dress rehearsal May 5. Questions? Music: Kris Langlois 952-767-5574, Drama: Connie Aase 952-767-5573, General: Beth Wolslegel 952-767-5572.
What's happening Sunday at Westwood?
Camp Cakes 9:30 AM-12 PM
Our Bible campers will be hosting five pancake breakfasts to raise money to off-set the cost of camp. Please join us and help support their faith development! You can also plan to join us for breakfast on these additional dates: Mar. 25, Apr. 29, May 20, June 10.
Congregation-Wide Survey: Faith Assets
The last day to take the survey is today! The results of this survey are the basis for shaping our ministry and will be revealed at an April 22 forum. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Faith_Assets.
New Pictorial Directory sign-ups in the Commons on Sunday, Feb. 26!
Bring your calendar to church and choose a date, or stop by to ask questions. No purchase necessary. Each family photographed will receive a $25.00 Portrait Credit for a FREE 8 x 10 portrait of choice and a FREE Directory. If you wish to sign up online you may go to www.signup.olanmills.com. You will need to use the church number (952-545-5623) or contract # 67622 to log in and choose your dates. You may also call 1-800-866-2263 (Mon-Fri 9 AM - 8 PM Central Time) to register for, or change an appointment.
Family Bowling Event, 2-5 PM
The Children's Ministry is hosting a family bowling event for youth (Grades 1-6) at Texa-Tonka Lanes (Mtka. Blvd). Cost of $8 includes two hours of unlimited bowling, shoes and snacks. Contact Beth Wolslegel 952-767-5572.
456 Retreat registrations are due today!
RVSP by Feb 26 by turning in payment and a health form if we don't already have one on file. We will leave Friday, March 9 at 5 PM return Saturday, March 10 around 3 PM. Cost: $65. Contact Beth Wolslegel 952-767-5572.
What's coming soon?
Catch us on Cable!
Next Sunday, our Contemporary Service will be on Cable TV - instead of the normal Traditional Service. Be sure to check the worship bulletin, newsletter or website for your area’s schedule.
Quilter’s gathering!
Come join the quilters in the Lakeside Room on Tuesday, Feb. 28 (9-3) and Wednesday, Feb. 29 (9-12) as we work on assembling quilts. We will do some work on a special project of making quilts for Holden Village as they celebrate 50 quilts for 50 years. We received a gift from the Velkommes Circle to aid us in this project. Stop by to see what we are doing. We break for coffee at about 10:30, and also for our bag lunches at noon. Spend as much time as you can. You will feel the warmth of the project and the group as we continue this ministry.
Joint Westwood/Redeemer Winter Men’s Retreat
It’s that time of year again gentlemen… Chi Rho Retreat Center outside of Annandale, MN. Following Westwood’s Lenten theme of “Making Sense of the Cross,” presenter Dr. Guillermo Hansen (of Luther Seminary) will focus on “the cross, identity, and discipleship.” In addition to worship and fellowship, the weekend will include outdoor activities, an abundance of food and possible ribbing from/towards the pastors. Cost is $85 for the weekend (Friday, Mar. 16, 5:30 PM to Sunday, Mar. 18, 1 PM). Please contact Pastor Jason 952-767-5575.
Administrative Assistant needed
WECC has an immediate opening for a part-time Administrative Assistant to work in a job share position. Contact: Marilyn Stalheim 952-767-5571, m.stalheim@westwoodlutheran.org.
Get Ready for the Westwood and Redeemer Women’s Retreat!
It’s coming up on Apr. 20-22. Dr. Karoline Lewis, from Luther Seminary, will be with us to talk about how the women in the Bible dealt with the “isms” in their lives and what we can learn from them. The retreat begins on Friday at 7 PM with worship and a session with Dr. Karoline Lewis. On Saturday, there will be more interactive sessions with Dr. Lewis, along with time for conversation and free time to get to know other women. The retreat ends on Sunday morning with worship. The retreat will be held at Heartwood Conference Center and Retreat in Trego, WI. We’ll be staying in the Pine Village Duplexes. Each duplex has four bedrooms, 12 bunk beds, one queen bed, fireplace, large bathroom, kitchen and living room, and features a double bath with private dressing areas. Please bring your Bible, clothes, and swimsuit for hot tub, games, walking/hiking shoes, snacks. Bedding is provided, but please bring your own towels. Please register on the SALT form, online or by contacting Pastor Nancy Carlson at 952-767-5580 or n.carlson@westwoodlutheran.org.
“Healing prayer and conversation”
Are you dealing with too many issues and need some prayer? Or, maybe you feel wonderfully blessed and would like to offer a prayer of thanksgiving. Pastor Nancy Carlson and Janis Peterson are available for private prayer and conversation on Tuesdays from 12-1 PM. Contact Pastor Nancy 952-767-5580, n.carlson@westwoodlutheran.org.
Discover Your Call, Dependable Strengths for Congregations. Register soon!
The Dependable Strengths process was developed by Bernard Haldane in 1945 to help military personnel transition to civilian life. Today DSA is used internationally by colleges and universities, businesses and workforce development. This workshop, co-developed by the Center for Dependable Strengths and Luther Seminary for use in congregations, is a key to uncovering the pattern of strengths God has given you to fulfill your mission on earth. RSVP: Tom Melander at 612-807-2087, tom.melander@gmail.com. 3-session workshop runs Mar. 2 (6-9:45 PM), Mar. 3 (8-11:45 AM), Mar.10 (8-11:45 AM).
VBS Theme 2012: Babylon: Daniel's Courage in Captivity
This is a wonderful week for all ages! We are looking for shopkeepers, small group leaders, behind-the-scenes organizers and publicity help. VBS Dates: June 24 to June 28 *Note the earlier week. Contact Cara if interested! 952-767-5566, c.coen-pesch@westwoodlutheran.org.
Help us keep our records accurate and current.
The Westwood website now has quick and easy links to forms for updating your information. Go to the Membership Information link under “About U” on the home page to confirm and update contacts, birthdates or sign up to get your Celebration and/or contribution statements electronically! Information will be handled with highest privacy standards.
Looking for a place to serve?
Communion Preparers for Lent
Communion Preparers are needed for 10:30 AM worship service each Sunday during Lent. The time commitment is 15 minutes per week. Please contact Connie Aase, c.aase@westwoodlutheran.org, 952-767-5573.
Pictorial Directory Hosts
Volunteers are needed to assist during photo sessions and the sign-up process. Contact: Joyce Weaver 952-767-5578, j.weaver@westwoodlutheran.org.
Calling all Women!
If you’d like to help Pastor Nancy and some Redeemer women plan worship or other events for the Women’s Retreat, contact Pastor Nancy 952-767-5580, n.carlson@westwoodlutheran.org.
Westwood Moms Bible Study Groups—STEP donations
We are inviting all members of Westwood Congregation to donate to STEP this month. STEP gets matched dollars for poundage this month! We are collecting soups, canned fruit and bottles of fruit juices. The most requested soups are: chicken noodle, chili, vegetable beef and cream of chicken, and canned fruits: pears pineapple, peaches. Please give generously now, through March 18.
Stories of Service
Stories of Service
Westwood is sharing stories of service of people who serve at Westwood, in the community and world. Check back as new stories will be added. Thank you!
Click here to read the Stories of Service
Take a survey
Please take 15 minutes to respond to a survey. The results from this survey are the basis for shaping our ministry and we hope that you will help us to get a well-rounded picture of the strengths of our assets. The last day to take the survey will be Sunday, Feb. 26. An adult forum will be held on Apr. 22 with the results of the survey.
Year of Enough Blog
Click here to read Pastor Nancy Carlson's blog about her Year of Enough.
