Communion Sunday, April 16, 2023

Weekly Bible Quiz 

Topic: “3 Days that Changed the World”

Fact: When Jesus shouted from the cross "It is finished," it was not a cry of loneliness or defeat, but a cry of achievement. He had accomplished what he had been born to do.

The Old Testament prefigures the cross of Jesus. God provided the Old Testament sacrifices (Leviticus 1-7) as a pointer to the way of salvation. The New Testament writers often refer to Jesus' death as a "sacrifice."

Quiz Question:  True or false? Whenever the New Testament speaks of the "blood" of Jesus, it is referring to his death. Email your answer to: [email protected].  

The correct responses will be recognized in the following week's Bible quiz. 

The answer to the previous question is: "Zechariah 11:12-13" and Rose Gitter responded! The previous quiz question was: "Which Old Testament book has a verse in it which is taken as a Messianic prophecy about Jesus being betrayed for 30 pieces of silver?" Email your answer to: [email protected]

Laughing with Lutherans

Bulletin Bloopers

• Please welcome Pastor Don, a caring individual who loves hurting people.
• A new loudspeaker system has been installed in the church. It was given by one of our members in honor of his wife.
• Applications are now being accepted for 2 year-old nursery workers.
• For those of you who have children and don't know it, we have a nursery downstairs.
• Church sign: Jesus Saves! Safeway sign across the street: Safeway saves you more!



April Missionary Focus

Steven Ose

Be sure to read Cru missionary Steven Ose's update to Charity in the April newsletter by clicking the blue button above, or here. You can also listen to a short video greeting from Steven and Robin here.



Corporate Prayer

Corporate prayer continues each Tuesday at 6:30 pm in Charity's sanctuary. All are invited to join fellow disciples the remaining Tuesdays in April with the following schedule:

April 18 - Vision Council Meeting Agenda

April 25 - Senior Pastor Call Process



Charity is Hiring

Charity is now hiring a Children's and Youth Ministry Coordinator. Are you called to ministry in the children's and youth areas? This opportunity may be just for you.

From the job description summary: "This position is newly created after a major staff reconfiguration. The successful candidate will have considerable input in shaping how this position ultimately functions."

For more details, including the job description, see here (scroll down).



Adult Ed:

The Augsburg Confession

You are invited to join us in the sanctuary at 10:45 am following the worship service for a new series on The Augsburg Confession. Made as a confession of faith during the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century, the Augsburg Confession outlines the doctrinal teachings of the original Lutheran reformers. At the same time, it serves as a theological resource and statement of faith for Lutheran churches today.

This is a multi-session series that involves a reading and discussion of The Augsburg Confession, including a study guide booklet.

Plant a single potato, give it time to grow and it will produce multiple potatoes. So it is with any memorial, honorarium, donation or gift to the Trust Fund. It grows and lasts forever producing earnings for gifting. Become a "Spud Club Family" member with any amount of gift. 2023 Spud Club Families to date:



• Mark & Lisa Aamodt
• Duane & Darlene Bentz
• Alvina Fueller
• Donavon Hatzenbuhler
• Chad & Laura Kourajian
• Mark & Liz Landis
• Dave & Barb Lee
• Doug & Rhonda Leet
• Wayne & Marie Levang
• Craig & Sandra Lohstreter
• Brad Miller & Pam Schroeder
• Don & Kathy Nordquist
• Jerry & Renee Walz
• Kathy Wermager