Patio Fellowship
We are grateful to Carla & Bernie Behrands, Tom Kirk, and Carol Wiens for providing the refreshments at the Patio Fellowship following this week’s Sunday morning worship.

We Are Ready To Launch!
Our fall Christian education program is ready to be launched this Wednesday, September 8! There will be recreation, arts and crafts, Bible stories, worship, and of course, food! Children, youth and adults will all find opportunities for fellowship and learning. And next Sunday, September 12, learning activities for all ages will be offered at 9:00 a.m.

Fabulous First Brunch Bash
Why you don’t want to miss the Fabulous First Brunch Bash: No baking or bringing the fabulous food! Just please let us know you’re coming by signing up today on the posters or calling the church office at 537-8532. Then join us in the Fellowship Hall on September 12th at 11:00 a.m. See you there!

Matthew for Everyone
The Adult Education committee has something for you. In fact, we have something for everyone! Matthew for Everyone is a 2 volume set of books by renowned theologian N.T. Wright, written in a style that is ‘for everyone’, and is the basis for classes being offered at First this year. A daytime class will be on Wednesdays at 2:00 in the parlor, and a class at 6:30 will be one of the many Wednesday evening activities here. A Sunday morning class will begin at 9:00 but come early for coffee and conversation. The cost of the books is $10 each or $15 for both volumes; you can place your order in the church office at 537-8532. If you are unable to attend a class we hope you will use the books for your own study at home because this is . . . Matthew for Everyone.

Thank You
The education committee would like to thank the 52 volunteers who have committed to helping us with student ministry this year. Please lift these individuals up in prayer. Mary Dean Apel, Kevin & Jana Baker, Carla Behrends, Emily Bode, Leigha Bolton, Ryan & Sharon Breiner, Bryce Burdiek, Matt Burdiek, Leslie Campbell, Jelane Cook, Sarah Cook, Sarah Dick, Annette Dix, Sue Drach, Austin English, Howard & Ann Erickson, Larry & Laurel Erickson, Lashelle Francis, Orville & Erma Gobber, Mary Gordon, Riley Gordon, Stephanie Grynkiewicz, Taylor Hawk, Susan James, Dave & Karen Jerabek, Julie Johnson, Bonnie Kastanek, Julie Londeen, Jason Lueger, Jami Maike, Beverly Martin, Lynee Metzger, Leslie Nelson, Kyle & Sarah Olson, Carol Oukrop, Dan & Janelle Russell, Darlene Siegle, Leslie Smith, Ann Vaughan, Jerry & Linda Weis, Kathy Wichmann, Pastor Keith & Carol Wiens.

Financial Peace
A 13 week life-changing program that teaches and empowers you to make the right money decisions to achieve your financial goals and God’s plan for your life begins on September 14 at 7:00 p.m. at First Lutheran. The first lesson is free so come and see what it is all about. Contact Del Jacobsen for more information.

Attention – All Ringers and Singers!!
Handbell Choir rehearsals will be on Wednesday evenings, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., beginning September 8. The Vocal Choir will rehearse on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. in the music room, beginning September 12. All who love to sing are welcome! Contact Greg Knittel, director, for more information. (knittel@vet.ksu.edu.)

Attention New and Young Parents!!
A new group for parents of children 3 & under is forming! Please join us on Saturday, September 11 at 5:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for a potluck. Your children are encouraged to attend and activities for the little ones will be available. Additional information will be provided at the first gathering and suggestions are welcome. Please sign up with Sarah Dick for a dish (sarahdick82@yahoo.com)

Last Chance!
We are opening the “left behind” tables to everyone! If there is something on the tables you would like to have – take it! The tables are located in the hallway between the sanctuary and the offices.

Laborfest
Laborfest, a Labor Day celebration honoring all workers, will take place Sunday afternoon in the City Park Pavilion from 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. There will be free food, beverages, music and speakers.

Is This For You?
Do you have fond memories of church camp and believe that camping is a vital part of the church’s ministry?  Do you want to help students at K-State spiritually? Are you excited about the African mission? Do you want to see First Lutheran grow?  Do you have a heart for sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with others? If you said “Yes” to any of these questions, then the Evangelism Committee is the place for you!  To sign up, or to find out more, contact Kris Young (kkristin@ksu.edu).

Lunch Bunch
The Lunch Bunch will meet September 08, 2010 at the Colbert Hills Golf Club Restaurant at 11:30 a.m.  Please contact the Freshnocks for your reservation and directions to the restaurant Everyone welcome.

“HE WENT TO HIM AND BOUND UP HIS WOUNDS, pouring on oil and wine. Then he set him on his own animal and brought him to an inn and took care of him.”(Luke 10:34) Our Stephen Ministers’ role is a lot like the Good Samaritan’s. Instead of caring for physical wounds, they listen, empathize, encourage, pray, and give support to hurting people as long as the need is there. God works in and through them to bring hope and healing. If you or someone you know needs a Stephen Minister’s help, please contact Pastor Keith, Carol Oukrop, or Ann Vaughan.