PRAYER GATHERING

During 2024 we will gather on the first Tuesday of the month to pray for the Church and for our nation. The November prayer gathering will be Tuesday, November 5, 12-1 PM in the Worship Center. All are welcome. Note change of time!

The Jr High Youth Group invites you to participate in their Fall Fundraiser. Order Christmas cookie kits, cinnamon rolls, sliced grilled chicken, chicken strips, popcorn chicken, a variety of soups, and breadsticks. Order online, at the Connections Center or with a student. Orders are due November 6; delivery will be Monday, November 25.

Mexican Supper, Challenge and Auction – Tuesday, November 5

Supper served from 5:30-6:45 PM; freewill donation | Live Auction at 7 PM

What is this night all about? Each member of the Sr High Youth Group challenges someone to make a baked item, smoked meat, or jerky. The two items are judged against each other and the winning entry gets auctioned off in the live auction and the losing entry is offered on a silent auction. Proceeds go towards Youth Group mission trips and outings. Come for an evening filled with good food, fellowship, and make sure to get a bidding number to join in the fun. If you have questions, contact Darrel or LaDonna Van Aartsen.

PILLOW CLEANING

Friday, October 25, 7:30 AM-3 PM—Have your pillows cleaned, deodorized, sanitized, encased in new ticking, and returned the same day. New feather pillows will also be available for purchase. Proceeds will bless the Lions Club; questions – contact Glenda Schomacker.

STAFF APPRECIATION MONTH

“…He will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.” Hebrews 6:10. October is Staff Appreciation Month. Please thank our staff for the work they do in the ministry at ARC by sharing a word of appreciation, a note of encouragement, or a gesture of thanks: Mike Altena, Vicki Altena, Annie Bork, Erin Jacobsma, Becky Ossefoort, Arlin Sandbulte, Marilyn Uithoven, Darrel Van Aartsen, LaDonna Van Aartsen, Brooke Van Essen, Maggie Vanderburg, Codie Zeutenhorst.

MIDDLE SCHOOL GATHERING

All 6th-8th grade students are invited to carve out some time on Sunday, October 6 from 2-4 PM. Join us at church for a Pumpkin Spectacular filled with games, pumpkin guts, and snacks. Bring a friend, dress to be outside, and be ready to       have some pump-tacular fun! It’s sure to be a gourd time!

GOLF OUTING

The Connections Team is hosting a Fun, Fall, 9-hole Golf Scramble on Sunday, October 6 starting at 2:00 PM at the Luverne Country Club. No previous golf experience is necessary. Register as a team of 4 or as an individual and you will be put into teams. Pin prizes will be awarded, and the winning team will win a prize. Sign up TODAY at the Connections Center. Cost is $45 per person, or $20 per person for Luverne Country Club members, or $10 to ride along just for fun!

HOLY SPIRIT CONFERENCE—DUNAMIS

How has God gifted you to be a participant in the work of His Kingdom? Practically, what does it look like to live a life that yields to, and participates in, the work of the Holy Spirit? In this second of the six Dunamis Project conferences, “In The Spirit’s Power”, you will look at what Scripture teaches about how God’s Spirit calls us to cooperate with him, becoming people who change the world for the glory of Jesus Christ. You will learn how you can cooperate with the Holy Spirit, how God uniquely gifts you through his Holy Spirit, and look at how this applies to you as an individual and as part of the Church. We would love to have you join us November 7-10 in Viborg SD for Dunamis Project #2. If you have questions, please contact Vicki Altena at 320-226-2459.

JR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY

Due to the growing number of students, the Consistory is looking to hire someone part-time for 8-10 hours per week to lead our Middle School Youth Group Ministry. For a job description and more information, stop by the office or check out our website at www.arcluverne.org. Interviews will begin September 24.

GOSPEL JUBILEE

Tim Lovelace, a multi-talented comedian, musician, songwriter and motivational speaker will be here October 27, 3 PM. Save the date and tell your friends.