Little LEAPsThis group is for parents/guardians and their children ages birth to 3 years old, and meets the last Sunday, at 9:15am in room 102. We sing, dance, play, and pray together to learn ways to raise our little Christians in the home. We have time with the kids and time with just the adults. During the adult time, we have volunteers come in and play with our children as we talk. We welcome newcomers all the time—join us! If you are interested in becoming a volunteer who helps our children during adult time, please contact Carla Stanton, carla@firstlu.org.

Baptismal blessings are extended to Nolan Jeffrey Nestingen

son of Kevin & Kelly NestingenHenry Alan Garbrecht

son of Mark & Kendra Garbrecht

Flowers in the sanctuary are in honor of Clay & Ginny Pollert’s

50th wedding anniversary

Wedding blessings are extended to Jerold Yushta & Cathryn Trueblood

SERVING: Pastor Jason Stanton, Pastor Karyn Bodenschatz Organist: Gabe Hicks; Nursery Attendant: Crystal Miller; Bread Baker: Michelle Bauer; Treat Providers: Aubrey Flick, Pat Blanchard, Tina Buchal, Ann NelsonSUNDAY, MAY 29, 8:00amCommunion Server: Bridget Crave; Projection Leader: Larry Schreiner SUNDAY, MAY 29, 10:30amCommunion Servers: Laura Munson, Todd Lofald; Reader: Judy Johnson; Projection Leader: Ronn Thies WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 6:15pmNursery Attendant: Deb Eckert

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH410 Main St, Onalaska WI 54650www.FirstLutheranOnalaska.org • office@firstlu.org608.783.2236 • Fax: 608.783.3741Office hours: Monday–Friday 8am–4pmSenior Pastor: Jason Stanton jason@firstlu.org • 608.386.6431Associate Pastor: Karyn Bodenschatz karyn@firstlu.org • 608.433.6002Director of Servant Ministries: Kathryn Pedretti kathryn@firstlu.orgSunday School Superintendents: Sheri Betz & Tawni O’Rourke sundayschool@firstlu.orgConfirmation Administrative Assistant: Cindy Beach, cindy@firstlu.orgYoung Youth Coord.: Katie Everson katie@firstlu.orgDirector of Discipleship for Youth: Tina Nelson tina@firstlu.orgDirector of Small Group Ministry: Bridget Crave bridget@firstlu.orgCommunications & Marketing Coord.: Andrew Stutesman, andy@firstlu.orgHead Custodian: Mike Peper mike@firstlu.org

READINGS For Sunday, May 29Forgiveness, 2 Corinthians 2: 1-10 Pew Bible: 938, Spark Bible: 1279

For Wednesday, June 1Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant, Luke 7:1-10 Pew Bible: 839, Spark Bible: 1138

PRAYERS & CAREHospital: Mae Ellen Aronson, Leland JacobsonHome: LeRoy HougomGlobal Missionary: Aliyah Richling, serving in HungaryMilitary: Jack Vilim, serving in Jordan; Matthew & Kellie Schreiner, serving in JapanPlease contact the office if you have any prayers to be lifted up: office@firstlu.org or 608.783.2236

NURSERY AVAILABLEMembers and visitors: our nursery is available for children newborn through age 4. The nursery is staffed Sunday mornings during and between services, and on Wednesday evenings during service and programming. Please bring your diaper bag. It will also be staffed during some church events and will be advertised as such when available. We hope you take advantage of our services while here at First.

HOSPITAL REMINDERSFor Gundersen: be sure to alert the hospital of your church affiliation when they ask and they will then release your name to us when we call. For Mayo/Franciscan Healthcare: it is important that you or a family member contact us directly at the church office: 608.783.2236. Mayo no longer gives out information regarding who is hospitalized.

ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR SUN., MAY 29 & WED., JUNE 1WELCOME GUESTS!The 1,800 baptized members of First Lutheran hold hospitality to visitors among our greatest priorities. We understand that visiting a church can feel overwhelming. Please know that ALL are welcome to worship, commune and participate in all church activities, programs and events. We hope you can make time to stop at the Welcome Center in the front entry where we have a gift for you. It’s also a great place to ask questions, gather information and share ways that we may keep in touch with you. We’re glad you’re here!

CONNECTION CARDSConnection Cards help the staff keep in touch with the needs of members and visitors alike. Please fill out a Connection Card each week, complete with prayer concerns and anything else you’d like the Pastors to know. Hand it to an usher on your way forward for communion, or place it in the offering plate. Thanks!

PREPARING OURSELVES FOR WORSHIPPlease consider using your time in the sanctuary before worship as a time of personal preparation for an encounter with God. Our musicians seek to create a prayerful time and space meant to assist in your preparation. Conversation is, of course, an essential part of our fellowship that deserves its own time and space. Our entry area (narthex) is perfect for those conversations before and after worship services.

MISSION TRIP MEETINGSUpdate meetings are scheduled this month for participants in the middle school and high school mission trips.• High school trip to Colorado: 11:30 a.m. on

Sunday, May 29, for students and parents.• High school trip to Colorado, last

meeting: 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 19, for students and parents.

BAPTISMAL PREPARATIONA baptism preparation session will be Saturday, June 4, at 10am in the narthex for anyone who is considering or has scheduled a baptism. To register or ask questions, contact the church office: 608.783.2236 / office@firstlu.org.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR SUMMER CAMP AT SUGAR CREEK!Sugar Creek Bible Camp...• Strengthens faith in Christ• Develops critical thinking skills• Encourages face-to-face interaction• Allows “screen free” time in God’s creation • Empowers young people for service • IS A LOT OF FUN!

Now is the time to register, before your desired week fills up. Popular programs fill up fast! Register today to reserve your spot!Your child or grandchild can have an amazing new experience this summer with the caring staff and beautiful creation of Sugar Creek! Making certain members can attend camp is a priority for us at First, and financial assistance is available; simply speak with a pastor.

SUNSHINE BOYSThe Sunshine Boys serve at First on the first Thursday of each month; the next meeting will be Thur., June 2, at 9am. The Sunshine Boys are an informal group that performs a variety of necessary tasks around the church; such as grounds clean-up, minor repairs, and other small jobs. Rolls and coffee are supplied to replenish your reserves! Dues are free! Contact Mike, our custodian, with any questions: mike@firstlu.org.

LUREN MEN’S CHOIR CONCERTThursday, June 2, 7pm, at North Presbyterian Church, 1327 N Salem Rd, La Crosse.

On Friday, June 10 the OWLs, a group for those 55+, fly to the Alma, WI to visit the Prairie Moon Sculpture Garden and other local attractions. RSVP to Brian Narveson at owls@firslu.org by June 9.

On Wed., June 29 at noon the OWLs will have their June potluck at RIVERSIDE PARK. Please bring your favorite picnic food to share and a lawn chair if you would rather not sit at a picnic table.

CONFIRMATION CAMP AT SUGAR CREEKJune 12–17. Our upcoming confirmation students get a chance to start their confirmation journey in the beautiful valley of Sugar Creek. We will learn in faith together while we do Bible study, horseback riding, hiking, swimming, campfires, and so much more!

YOUNG YOUTH TRIP TO WISCONSIN DELLSYoung Youth will go to Noah’s Ark in Wisconsin Dells on Tuesday, June 14. Though this is a youth event, it will be more like a family outing. RSVP to katie@firstlu.org.

YOUNG YOUTH EXPLORER DAY AT SUGAR CREEKOn Tuesday, July 12, the Young Youth will go to Sugar Creek for an exciting one-day adventure at Sugar Creek. Explore camp with games, nature time, crafts, swimming, a pony ride, Bible study, singing and more! The cost is $20 a camper and includes a lunch and a snack. We will meet at the church at 7:40am and return between 4:30pm and 5pm. RSVP to katie@firstlu.org.

BLOOD DRIVETuesday, July 12, 12:30-5:30pm, in the fellowship hall. Every day ordinary people are saved by some pretty extraordinary people. People who give blood. Your donation could be the most valuable gift you ever give. Just ask anyone who’s ever received. To schedule your appointment go to bcw.edu/firstluthona. Please bring a photo ID.

THIS WEEK: May 29–June 5May 29–June 14SUN 29 SUGAR CREEK FUND RAISING: FINAL DAY

8:00am Worship9:15am Little Leaps - Rm 1029:15am Parent Share - UR9:15am The Story Small Group - MR10:30am Worship11:30am Colorado Mission Trip Mtg - FH11:45am Women of the House

MON 30 OFFICE CLOSED7:00pm AA - FS

TUES 31 9:30am Staff MtgWED 1 6:00am Courageous Men’s Bible Study - House

6:30am Coffee with Pastor Karyn - Panera8:30am First Teen Clothes Closet Mtg6:15pm Worship

THUR 2 9:00am Sunshine BoysFRI 3 7:00pm AA - FHSAT 4 10:00am Baptismal Preparation - NXSUN 5 8:00am Worship

9:15am Parent Share - UR9:15am The Story Small Group - MR10:30am Worship11:45am Women of the House

MON 6 7:00pm AA - FSTUES 7 9:00am Staff Mtg

6:30pm Stephen Ministry Mtg - MRWED 8 6:00am Courageous Men’s Bible Study - House

6:30am Coffee with Pastor Karyn - Panera12:00pm Finance Team Mtg6:15pm Worship

THUR 9 7:00pm Welcome Basket TeamFRI 10 9:30am OWLs Fly to

Prairie Moon Sculpture Garden7:00pm AA - FS

SUN 12 CONFIRMATION CAMP AT SUGAR CREEK8:00am Worship9:15am Parent Share - UR9:15am The Story Small Group - MR10:30am Worship11:45am Women of the House

MON 13 7:00pm AA - FSTUES 14 9:00am Young Youth Trip to WI Dells

9:30am Staff Mtg1:00pm Dorcas Circle - UR3:30pm Worship & Music Team - NX5:30pm Community Dinner at United

Methodist ChurchCR = Choir Room FH = Fellowship Hall FS = Fireside RoomMR = Mary Room NX = Narthex SN = Sanctuary TR = Thomas Room UR = Upper RoomFor more information, visit our website at www.FirstLutheranOnalaska.org

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Vacation Bible SchoolSun, Aug 7—Thur, Aug 11

5–8pm nightly

Volunteer Appreciation Picnic

Sun, July 2412–2pm

Blood DriveTues, July 1212:30–5:30pm

Young Youth Sugar Creek Explorer Day

Tues, July 127:40am–4:30pm

Young Youth to WI Dells

Tues, June 149am–7pm

Baptismal PrepSat, June 410am–Noon

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ROOM KEY:CR = Choir Room FS = Fireside Room FH = Fellowship HallNX = Narthex SN = Sanctuary TR = Thomas Room

For more info, visit our website at www.FirstLutheranOnalaska.org

SERVE @ WORSHIP! OPENINGS FOR NEXT WEEK: Acolytes, Coffee Servers, Nursery Helpers, & Projection Leaders. For the above opportunities & many others sign up at the Welcome Center or on your phone or computer at 1stlu.org/serve