The Christian's Survival Kit

I know you’ll appreciate Nancy’s sermon on Sunday: THE CHRISTIAN’S SURVIVAL KIT. It’s a simple, direct message on what Christians need to carry with them in order to survive and thrive in these wild and crazy times. Remember, we’re on Summer Sunday school schedule now, with classes for the kiddies in the 9:15 hour. Among other things happening this Sunday is recognition of Disciple Bible Study graduates. This would be an excellent time to consider enrolling in Disciple next fall. Disciple is a 32-week class offering an overview of the scripture from Genesis to Revelation. Disciple in fact makes disciples.
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From Joyce M.: A dash of Disney, a mix of John Williams, Blend with a few more selections, and you have A Recipe for a Handbell Concert Presented by: Ambassador Adult and Youth choirs (several ringers are members of St. Andrews) Sunday at 3:00 p.m. Special guest perfomrance by Marty B. on Bari-Sax. We hope to see you there.
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Next week, the Nebraska Annual Conference will be meeting at the Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln. The dates are Wednesday through Saturday. Nancy and I will be there, of course, along with Diana F. and Marsha E., representing the congregation. You’re welcome to come over and visit. Such gatherings sometimes generate media stories, and if you see or hear anything that concerns or confuses you, please let me know and I’ll try to give you the straight scoop.
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In recent years, I’ve been critical of the style of play in the National Basketball Association, but watching LeBron James is causing me to reassess the situation. Detroit knows he’s going to take that last shot, and five defenders still can’t stop his drive to the basket. Wow. The guy even shoots an occasional (gasp) JUMP SHOT! And let’s be honest: For all the talk about the "golden days" of Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, looking at videos of days gone by, they really did look silly in those short shorts. I look at pictures of myself in old uniforms and cringe.
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Habitat for Humanity Breakfast & Volunteer Needs
Please join us for a Pancake Breakfast Sunday June 10th after worship.
St. Andrew's Habitat effort, is looking for assistance with: volunteer labor, financial contributions, and assistance with the upcoming pancake breakfast. Please contact Jim M. St. Andrew’s coordinator.
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FROM BOB D.: SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL for grades 5th -12th will continue to meet during the summer months same time and place. The only change will be is the 5th and 6th grade will attend sanctuary worship with the 7th-12th grade the first Sunday of the month. SUMMER YOUTH GROUP will start meeting at the church every Sunday starting July 1st. Middle school grades 5 – 7 (soon to be grades 6 – 8) will meet from 3:30pm to 5pm. Senior high will meet from 5pm to 6:30pm (senior high includes the upcoming freshman).
More From Bob: I just wanted to recognize a few of members of the St. Andrew’s Youth Group: David R., Devon K., Martha H., Miranda P., and Bridget C. These individuals spent part of their Saturday helping one of our church members move. They did a great job!
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Memorial Sunday worship attendance was 590 with 99 kiddies in the church school. You do know we’re having Children’s Sunday School in the summer, right, meeting in the 9:15 hour?
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PASTOR CHARLOTTE asks: Prayers of sympathy for the family of Jan S., in her recent passing (mother of Tracy L.). Prayers for Rachael H., recovering from surgery (daughter of Gil & Lori H.). Prayers for Brent, recently diagnosed with cancer; has undergone surgery; pray, also for his family, fiancé and her family (nephew of Stan M.). Prayers for 10 week old Ainsley E., recovering from surgery (relative of a co-worker of Kathy R.).
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And we received a note this morning from Ron C. telling us that Patti M. has passed away after a seven year battle with cancer. He writes: "Patti leaves behind a great husband and father, Roger (Lynn's brother), along with 3 young daughters (ages 13,11, & 7). While arrangements are still pending, we would like to ask for prayers of strength and comfort for Roger, the girls, family, and friends of Patti."
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Luke 7:11-17: Soon afterward he went to a town called Nain, and his disciples and a large crowd went with him. As he approached the gate of the town, a man who had died was being carried out. He was his mother’s only son, and she was a widow; and with her was a large crowd from the town. When the Lord saw her, he had compassion for her and said to her, "Do not weep." Then he came forward and touched the bier, and the bearers stood still. And he said, "Young man, I say to you, rise!" The dead man sat up and began to speak, and Jesus gave him to his mother. Fear seized all of them; and they glorified God, saying, "A great prophet has risen among us!" and "God has looked favorably on his people!" The word about him spread throughout Judea and all the surrounding country.
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BRD