RSHeaderFor the week of
April 22, 2012 
Risen Savior Lutheran Church & School
Sunday worship at 7:30, 8:50, 10:10, 11:30

Worshiping


Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 15th   


Missing Jesus 

Christians believe Jesus to be the only way to God, to heaven, to a life worth living; but how are Christians to communicate this in a culture that values diversity, choice, and tolerance?

Growing


 The Story - Chapter 12
This week we are reading and discussing Chapter 12 from The Story.  If you haven't signed up yet for the weekly email, click here and enter your email address to begin.

Interact with others from Risen Savior online about Chapter 12 and watch this week's recap video here.

VeteransThinking About Joining Our Congregation?
Sunday, April 22nd 

Did you miss the 1st Connections session?  If so you can still come to the next 5 sessions.  Join us this Sunday morning at 10:10 in the Fellowship Hall. Please call the church office at 480-895-6782 for more information or to make a reservation for the next class.

 

 Excel Group - Grief Support
 April 29th, 10:10am Staff Lounge
Have you lost a loved one? Are you hurting? Come join our group and share with others who are experiencing the same feelings. This grief support group will now meet in the Staff Lounge in the church office area. Please call the church office if you have questions. 

Sunday School 
Sunday
Sunday School is offered for children age 3 through 6th grade and is held at 8:50 & 10:10.  Sign in at the school office near the playground.  Teachers, front desk staff and musicians are also needed!! Contact Tim Walsworth at walswort@rslcs.org if you are interested in volunteering.  

Risen Savior Business Connections  
 Wednesday, April 25, 7:30-8:30am
Are you looking for more business?  Come on Wednesdays and start your day right! Business networking, coffee and a Christian devotion. Contact Neil at nbc003@gmail.com for more information.

Risen Savior Lutheran School Registration    
Going on now!

Registration for the 2012-2013 school year is going on now for both Pre-School and grades Kindergarten - 5th grade. Visit our web site for more registration information.               

Bible Study & Excel Groups
Join now! 

You can still join one of the many Excel Groups and Bible Studies at RSLCS. Many of the groups have started taking the journey through The Story and it's not too late for you to join!  Click here to sign up on line or to check out your options.

Grace Girls Retreat   
Tuesday, April 24th 

This Excel group for women studies the Biblical principles of Marriage, Motherhood and Me.  If you would like to attend the retreat on April 24th contact Annie Wolf at anniewolf@q.com  Susan Miller will be the guest speaker on the topic of marriage.

VBS - Save the Date
June 18th - June 22nd
Save the date for Vacation Bible School, June 18th - 22nd. Registration begins April 25th for children to attend and for volunteers.  If you have questions email Alyssa at burdetta@rslcs.org     

Lutheran Witness
April 22nd
If you are interested in purchasing the Lutheran Witness, the official magazine for the laypeople of The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, you can find a subscription envelope in the front of your 2012 offering envelope box.  The yearly subscription costs $15.60 and needs to be received by April 22nd.  To order, place the completed subscription envelope in the offering plate by April 22nd. .  If you have questions please call the church office. 

Serving


Voters Meeting  
Sunday, April 29th

Members and Associate members please join us April 29th at 2pm in the Sanctuary as we extend a call to our first DCE.

Drummer for Worship  
Drummer with band or worship team experience needed. Contact Pastor John, sproulj@rslcs.org

Foundation Founders Circle    
The Founder's Circle is off to a great start with over $23,000 now raised toward our $50,000 goal.  The Foundation wishes to thank all of our contributors thus far and encourage other members of the congregation to consider the gift of a lasting legacy.  Contribution forms will be available as you leave worship on Sunday.  

Moms Group - Tumbleweed Tots  
Thursday, April 26th
 
Bring your little ones, 5 & under, to Tumbleweed Recreation Center, West Gymnasium every Thursday, from 9-11 am.  Come and meet up with the MOMS Group and participate in this indoor activity.  Chandler residents pay $2 per child, non-residents pay $3 per child. For more information email Jenniferblunt@cox.net 

Food & Funds  
Thursday, April 26th
 
Support our school and eat at Frio Mio Frozen Yogurt on Thursday, April 26th between 3 -8 pm.  Twenty percent of your purchase will go to our school.  Frio Mio is at the northeast corner of Chandler Heights and Alma School Rd.

Rummage Sale  
October 12 & 13

Save your treasures for the upcoming rummage sale this October.  Contact Jane Zehnder if you have questions or have items that need to be picked up.  janezehnder@hotmail.com

In This Issue
Sunday Worship
The Story
Membership
Excel Grief Support Meeting
Sunday School
Business Networking
School Registration
Bible Study & Excel Groups
Grace Girls
VBS - Save the Date
Lutheran Witness
Voters Meeting
Drummer Needed
Foundation Founders Circle
MOMS Group - Tumbleweed Tots
Food & Funds
Rummage Sale
Nursery During Worship
God's Word 

 
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me.

John 14:1

 

Isaiah 45:18-25

 

John 14:1-7

 

  

Sun. April 22, 8:40am
Adult Forum

 

Sun. April 22, 8:50am
Sunday School
  
Sun. April 22, 10:10am
Connection Session - Fellowship Hall
 
Sun. April 22, 10:10am 
The Story - Computer Room
 
Sun. April 22, 10:10am 
Savor Sunday Bible Study
 
Sun. April 22, 10:10
Sunday School

 

Sun. April 22, 5:00pm
High School Worship Team

 

Sun. April 22, 6:00pm
Core Confirmation Class
 
Sun. April 22, 6:00pm
High School Youth Group
 
Wed. April 25, 7:30am
Business Connections
 
 
 
 

 

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Caring Ministries

 

Email prayers@rslcs.org if you would like to submit a prayer request.  These are published each week in the Sunday News & Notes and send out via email the Monday prior.  If you'd like to join the prayer email list, please send an email to prayers@rslcs.org.   

 

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John 14:6
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Nursery during Worship  
Sunday


Our nursery is available during all Sunday services for children aged 0-3