- The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated in our worship services this weekend. It is our practice to serve Holy Communion to those who have been instructed in the Christian faith, who are able and willing to “examine themselves,” and who share a common faith and confession. As a congregation of the LCMS, we welcome to the Lord’s Table all who are in fellowship with our church body. If you are visiting and have questions about your participation in the Sacrament, please speak with the Elder or Pastor before the service.​​​​​
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- As many of you know, the $125 for 125 campaign kicked off back in late 2022. We have already raised over $65,840 for capital improvements. What a blessing! If we continue towards our goal, which is for each communicant member to donate $125 a year for the next 5 years, we can still hit our $500,000 goal! These funds would help the congregation pay for capital improvements and give us another reason to celebrate in 2029! We ask that you prayerfully consider this campaign above your normal monthly offerings. Just remember to put “125 for 125” on your offering envelope.​​

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- Christian Services is Looking for members to help others with rides to appointments.  It may be here in town or Iowa City or Cedar Rapids. We are wanting to update our list and if you are willing to help out - please email Monica at valleyrodcustom@gmail.com or text/call her 319-330-4505 with your name, number and availability to help. We are limited on those available to help - many of those on the list have become those that need rides so we are looking for some "young'ins" to step in and offer their assistance. Karen Harrison 319-530-7414 is also available to contact if you can help or you are in need of rides yourself.

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- Sympathy and prayers to the family of Elaine Iburg who died on July 17th. Elaine is the mother to Lowell (Pam) Iburg.  Her funeral service was held on July 23rd at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Williamsburg.​

- LIS is looking to hire for three positions for the 25-26 school year. If you, or someone you know, are interested in learning more about the position or wish to apply, please stop by or contact the school office. 319-668-1711
 
1. Part-time student support teacher – our student support teacher preferably has a teaching background.  Experience with reading support is a plus.  Typically, is in the building each school day for 4 hours. The teacher will work one on one, in small groups and sometimes in the classrooms.
 
2. Part-time Preschool Aide – our preschool is looking for a part-time aide to assist the teacher with classroom needs.  Experience a plus but not required.  Hours can vary by year, depending on class sizes but usually around
 
3. Part-time band instructor – Our band instructor is in the building two full days per week. The position requires the ability to instruct 5-8 grade students in typical band instruments (brass, woodwinds and percussion) at beginner levels. Besides weekly lessons, there are usually three dates in which students are prepared to perform in a large group format. A band endorsement is a plus but not required if the applicant has appropriate experience or expertise.​

- LIS Accreditation – It is time for our 5 year re-accreditation process! As noted at the most recent voter’s meeting, LIS will be needing the assistance of many individuals to assist in the process. There are 8 different groups that will be created to work through each standard.  We will need to have our groups filled by the end of July, with a kickoff meeting in the beginning of August. Your group would meet as needed through December to gather information, create responses, look at data, identify needs and organize the information. There is no need for specific educational backgrounds, only a willingness to serve and work with your team. If you are interested in volunteering for this important process, please reach out to the school or connect with one of the teachers. Thank you, in advance, for your consideration and help!

Mr. Sitas – wsitas@lutheraninterparish.com

- Also needing folks to add to our Greeter list to serve about once every two months. You can make a difference by being a welcoming face to all who enter our Sunday morning worship services. Please contact the church office or Bonnie Furler at 319 550-0646 if you are willing to help with this important mission

- Highlighted Birthdays and Anniversaries listed below. We highlight children’s, decade, and 80+ birthdays. We highlight 1st year, each 5 years, and 50+ years wedding anniversaries. Please let us know if you would like other birthdays and anniversaries added to the highlighted list. Complete lists of birthdays and anniversaries are posted on the bulletin board at the west entrance.​
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July 1 – Jameson Timm, 8
July 1 – Jody & Jennifer Garringer, 25th
July 2 – Brad & Dawn Doehrmann, 20th
July 6 – Loren Huedepohl, 70
July 6 – Brad & Monica Miller, 40th
July 7 – Loralie Childers, 16
July 7 – Aaron Schultz, 30
July 8 – Ron & Deb Garringer, 30th
July 9 – Ben Hulseberg, 40
July 9 – Jody Garringer, 50
July 10– Daxson Wardenburg, 8
July 10 - Dave & Karin Malloy, 5th
July 13 – River Atkinson, 6
July 13 – Dan Williams, 60
July 15 – Cady Campbell, 20
July 16 – Hallie Grimm, 3
July 19 – Larry Dellamuth, 81
July 19 – John & Linda Davies, 51st
July 20 – Gilbert Asbe, 80
July 21 – Suzie Tuttle, 7
July 26 – Edgar Ficken, 91
July 26 – Michael & Helen Ramsey, 50th
July 28 - Doris Heitman, 93
July 29 – Oliver Tuttle, 10
July 29 – Rowdy Loy, 16

- Those in need of prayers or who are sick or in hospital:
Karen Von Ahsen

Linda Hiner

Marian Tanke

Keith Disterhoft

Mike Ramsey