Sep 20 2006

Announcements – Sept 17-24, 2006

Published at 12:10 am under Announcements

Christus Victor Lutheran Church

7510 Palomino Drive   Apple valley, MN  55124
(952) 454-6927 — www.christusvictor.org

FAITH TREK STARTS TODAY!
“THE BIBLE”, A SUNDAY MORNING ADULT CLASS…Starts TODAY at 9:45 AM in the Fellowship Hall, with “How and Why to Read the Bible”.
SEPTEMBER JOYFUL SERVANTS NEED YOU!…We need more members of CV to step forward to help with our weekly worship services.  Please sign-up in the hallway!  Thanks for your joyful service!
CV CHURCH DIRECTORIES ARE HERE!!…You may pick-up your church directory in the church office Monday – Friday.
FOOD SHELF ITEM OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER IS…toiletries – toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc.
LOOKING FOR A MUSICIAN…to accompany our littlest singers during Sunday School each Sunday morning from 9:45am to 10:00am.  If you can play piano or strum a guitar, and are willing to share your talents with preschoolers, please contact Doug Ashby at 651-470-2898.
ALPHA – NEW COURSE STARTING SEPTEMBER 14TH…Reserve your spot today.  Come and see what Jesus has for you.  Sign up at the “Information Desk”.
THE MUSIC ROOM REMODEL IS IN THE WORKS…Thanks to a successful garage sale, the remodeling of the music room is starting immediately!  We are looking for volunteers that would be able to help with 1) painting the ceiling and walls of the room and two closets, 2) removing the carpet and preparing the floor, 3) laying ceramic tile.  A schedule is posted on the music room door to indicate your willingness to help in any or all areas, and the best time for you.  If you have any questions please call Lois Stark at H (952) 432-5098 or W (612) 624-0296, or Jody McDermott-Baty.
OCTOBER NEWSLETTER DEADLINE…is Thursday, September 21st.
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY…Join us on the first & third Tuesday mornings of each month at 7:00AM in the Art Room for Bible Study, discussion, & prayer.  Bring your Bibles, coffee provided.
“REAL SENIORS” AGE 60+…First meeting Thursday, September 21st at 2:00 P.M.  We will be meeting in the Fellowship Hall.
NEXT NEW MEMBER SUNDAY IS OCTOBER 1ST…If you know someone who is searching for a church home, invite them to check us out.
ATTENTION, ADOPT -A – HIGHWAY CLEAN UP…Saturday, September 23rd.  We will meet at church at 10:00AM.  Please sign up at the “Information Desk”.  All helping hands are welcome!  Contact Suzanne Holm at (612) 251-1527 with any questions, and if you would be willing to be the contact person for this event.
VOTE 2006: WE SHAPE OUR FUTURE…A candidate forum will be held at Mary Mother of the Church, 3333 Cliff RD, Burnsville on Tuesday, October 3rd at 7:00 pm.   All candidates running for State Senate and House of Representatives for Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Lakeville and Rosemount (districts 36 A,37,38,40) have been invited.  Opening presentations will be followed by district meetings where citizens will have the opportunity to question candidates.  Exercise faithful citizenship by attending this forum. Become an informed voter.
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN THEME…5 loaves and 2 fishes = a $5.00 contribution (our goal is $1,500) and 40 volunteers willing to serve 2 hours – we will leave CV at 11am on Saturday October 14 and return at 2pm – sign up sheets are at the information desk – contact Brad Lund at 952-431-1947, Betty Pell at 952-431-4293, make a donation in the office, or see us at the info desk to make a contribution beginning Sunday September 17th.
ATTENTION PARENTS OF PRE-SCHOOL-5TH GRADERS…Our first field trip of the season is going to be October 15th (not October 8th as stated in the newsletter).  Remember, this is an in-church field trip including lunch, a movie, games and a surprise!

ALTAR FLOWERS…the following Sunday remains open for which you can order altar flowers: November 5.  The cost of an altar bouquet is $21.25.  If you are interested in ordering flowers for this Sunday, please call Marilyn Kujawa at