12/16/2007 News

Sanctuary Lamp	The candles for the month of December are given to the glory of God by Steve & Diane Brestel in memory of Josh.
Altar Flowers	The altar flowers are given to the Glory of God by Kathy Linke.
Prayer Concerns	Janis Schleiger and Nadyne Bryson. Home bound members of American Lutheran Church: Harriet Anderson, Mary Diedrichs, Mildred Hagerman, Pearl Goldenstein, Knud & Carolyn Larsen, Leona Mason, Elmer Ahlman, and Donna Atkinson. Members Serving in the military from American Lutheran Church: Nate Bray, Bart Pester, & Jon Clay.
Poinsettia Sign-Up	Sign up sheet for poinsettias is located on the table in the narthex. Please sign up as soon as possible if you wish to purchase a poinsettia, so we can place the order with the florist. Cost $10.00 a plant.
75th Anniversary Keepsake	order forms are available in the Narthex. You may order copies of the Palm Sunday Service, the October Music Special, and the 75th Anniversary History Movie – highlighting past 75 years & 2007 celebrations.
Stewardship Committee	During this Christmas season, the Stewardship Committee encourages you to reflect upon the gifts God has given you and to consider sharing a portion of those gifts to help grow and strengthen ALC’s mission of serving God.
New Member Class	There is interest expressed in having another new member class. If you are interested in joining American Lutheran, please contact Pastor Henry.
Crossways	This time it’s for real, a proposed schedule for Crossways classes is posted on the board in the Narthex. Sign-up sheet is also there. Days are set – times somewhat flexible. Please sign up for your preferred time. Sign up on or before January 10th. Most classes will start the week of January 20th. Please note the cost for materials.
Congratulations	to Erick Mmbaga & Joyce Kangero on the birth of a baby boy, Davis Erick Mmbaga, born on Nov. 29, 2007.
We Rejoice!	with Emma Fritschle and Luke Worth as they come to the day of their marriage on Saturday, December 22, 2007. We pray God blesses them with a long full happy life together.
Lutheran Student House	You are invited to our Advent Open House with refreshment & fellowship. Today, December 16th, at the Lutheran Student Center, 535 N.16th Street, from 4:00-5:30 pm.
Thrivent Build News	Exciting news! The walls are going up on the Thrivent Build at 1511 ‘D’ Street. Due to neighborhood requirements, this house needed to be a two-story structure. For the safety of our Habitat and Thrivent volunteers, the decision was made to have professionals frame this home. Work for volunteers will begin after the framing is complete. Because of permit delays, weather and other factors this build will not be finished by the end of the year, however, volunteer work will begin soon and the dedication is planned for sometime in January. The Habitat family, Jesse and Martha Esquival, are working hard on their sweat equity hours. For information on volunteer schedules call the Habitat office 477-9184.
Cause of the Month	December - Friendship Homes Friendship home is a safe shelter for battered women and their families.
Food Pantry	In December, the Lincoln Cluster Food pantry needs potatoes (boxed, canned or instant), canned fruit and vegetables, juice, macaroni and cheese dinners, and spaghetti sauce. Cash donations are used for immediate needs. To donate cash, place it in the collection plate, clearly marked “Food Pantry”. The pantry is in need of donations at this time. So far in 2007 they have filled over 2,000 food orders and more to come as December is one of their busier months.
Thank You	Thank you to everyone who helped with Hanging of the Greens, to Kathy Collier for the new seasonal flower arrangements, and to everyone who went Caroling last Sunday.
Christ in Our Home	The Jan-Feb-March issue of Christ In Our Home is in the basket on the table in the narthex. Please pick up your copy.
Dinner Club	will meet today after the 2nd service to decide on a restaurant.
Web Page	www.americanlutheranlincoln.org