This Sunday
The Hard Way
Pain is a reality of life. You know it. I know it. Everyone knows it. We might be very different, though, in how we respond to it. What do you do when you’re feeling pain? This weekend, learn from the prophet Jeremiah. His was an exceptionally hard and tragic life. He’s even called “The Weeping Prophet!” Join brothers and sisters feeling pain this Thursday at 7 PM or Sunday at 8 and 10:30 AM. Receive the same comfort, salvation, and the glory God gave Jeremiah.
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Highlights
Events and ministry news needing immediate attention
Wednesday Lent devotions | Passion Points of View
Join your brothers and sisters on Wednesday evenings for a half hour evening devotion at 5:00 (this service will be live streamed) or 6:30 PM. Tonight we’ll sing, pray, and learn from Joseph of Arimathea as Jesus stands trial before the Sanhedrin.
· March 2: Peter in the Garden of Gethsemane
· March 9: John as Jesus was arrested
· March 16: Joseph of Arimathea and Jesus’ trial
· March 23: Barabbas and Jesus before Pilate
· March 30: Mary, the mother of Jesus, at the foot of the cross
· April 6: Nicodemus burying Jesus
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Worship
Resources and opportunities for you to worship
Easter flower orders
We are already anticipating the resurrection of our Lord on Easter Sunday! If you would like to help decorate the sanctuary for Easter with the purchase of Easter flowers, please place your order by March 20. You can do so by filling out the online form here or by picking up an order form at the Welcome Center. Flowers can be taken home following Easter worship on April 17.
Holy Week adult choir
If you are interested in singing with the adult choir for Good Friday and/or Easter Sunday services, rehearsals will be March 23, 30, April 6, and 13 at 7 PM in room 115. Anyone high school age and above is welcome to join!
Worship Check-in
If you worship on-site, please fill out the Connection Card attached to your worship folder each week. Online worshipers, please continue to check in here.
Weekend worship songs
Preview some of the songs we will use for worship this weekend here. Obviously, ours won’t sound exactly like this, but listening to the links provided will certainly help you be more comfortable participating in the service.
“O Praise the Name” by Hillsong
“Lord Have Mercy (Trisagion)” by Fernando Ortega
“It Was Finished Upon that Cross” by CityAlight
“Behold the Lamb” by Keith & Kristyn Getty, Stuart Townend
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Nurture
Ways to be connected to Jesus throughout the week in your personal life and with others
Divine call
From Mr. Kjenstad: Thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers as I deliberate the two calls before me. The Holy Spirit is leading me through the call process which gives me confidence in the upcoming decision.
Family devotions
If you have children at home, the most important thing you give them is Jesus. WELS has a resource to help you do that. Click here to learn more. Getting in a habit of having devotions at home is a challenge but so worth the time and effort. If you want help with this, reach out to Mr. Kjenstad.
Impact
One of the most well-known miracles of Jesus is the Feeding of the 5,000. This miracle blows the mind. How is what he did possible? There is a very simple answer: God is all-powerful. Listen to all the lessons we can learn from this true story in the ministry of Jesus. And hear why this episode is one-of-a-kind. Click here for Impact, or find it where you listen to podcasts. Search “Kjenstad Impact.” Impact is new every Monday, and all past episodes are available.
PowerHour
There will be no PowerHour on March 18. It will resume on April 1. PowerHour is a fun-filled learning hour for parents/caregivers and their children ages 1 – 3. PowerHour happens at 10:30 AM on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month in the gymnasium. Each PowerHour includes playtime, fun stories, sing-along songs, and a message from Jesus. Who can you tell about St. Andrew PowerHour?
Musikgarten
Parents, grandparents, anyone with little ones: Come and experience music and rhythm with an infant or toddler in your care. We meet at 9:20 AM on Sundays. Questions? Contact Karen Hong.
Plugged into Jesus
God used Moses’ sister and Pharaoh’s daughter to help save Moses. How are people in your family helpers? This week’s lesson is “Signs of the True God: Moses and the Plagues.” Bring friends! We meet Sundays at 9:20 AM. Use this link to watch the Bible teaching video. Questions? Contact Jane Dew.
Spark
Who is the most powerful person you know? This week, learn how God gives leaders gifts to lead. Grades 6 – 8 meet at 9:30 AM on Sundays for Bible study, life application, and activities. Contact Lance Hill with questions.
FUEL
Are you familiar with the Ministry of the Keys? It is important authority Jesus gives to the Church. At FUEL on Sunday, St. Andrew high school students will learn when and how to use what key. FUEL meets every Sunday at 9:30 AM.
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Service & Outreach
Opportunities for you to live your faith and love for Jesus by sharing Jesus with others
Call meeting
We will hold a special Voters’ meeting at 11:45 AM on Sunday, March 27, to extend a call to a pastor to serve as our Pastor for Service and Outreach. Everyone is invited to join in the prayers, input, and discussion before the Voters and receive their influence. The Voters will then exercise authority on behalf of all of us and choose a candidate to call.
Mission Trips | 2022
The application process for 2022 Mission Trips is underway. Apply here before the application deadline on April 1. If you are interested in learning more about Mission Trips, please contact Mission Trips coordinator, Amy Kohlstedt. This year, Mission Trips is focusing on these locations: Greater Madison, Wisconsin; Sure Foundation Church, Brandon, South Dakota; Citrus Grove Church, Wesley Chapel, Florida; Illume Church, Seattle, Washington; and Mahahual, Mexico.
Thank you
My Brothers and Sisters at St. Andrew,
Thank you! We asked, you prayed, God listened.
God held the surgeon’s hand rock steady as he made his cuts close to my heart.
He kept the fingers nimble of all those who sewed me up after the surgery.
God provided me with a capable and compassionate recovery crew.
He provided us a safe trip back home from the hospital.
I still have a long recovery, but I know that he will be walking beside me all the way.
Thank you, my brothers and sisters, for your prayers. Thank you, Jesus, for your love and care. Most importantly, thank you for your grace and salvation.
May God bless you,
Harry Radloff
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Westside Christian School
A ministry of St. Andrew, preparing students for academic success and lives of Christian service founded on God’s Word
Call received
Mrs. Ashley Renstrom has received a call to serve at Peace Lutheran School in Hartford, Wisconsin. Currently, Mrs. Renstrom is one of the first grade teachers at our ministry of Westside Christian School. Please keep her and her husband in your prayers as they determine where Ashley will feed Jesus’ lambs.
Paraprofessional teacher
Westside Christian School participates in the Special Needs Scholarship Program, which allows students who have an active IEP or services plan the opportunity to attend a Christian school. We are looking to add a paraprofessional teacher for the 2022 – 2023 school year who would work one-on-one with students to support them with academic learning tasks and provide sensory breaks. Candidates preferably have specific training related to supporting the education of students with special needs. Contact Meredith Pucci for further information and to receive a complete position description.
Classroom assistants
Westside Christian School is looking at adding additional classroom assistants for the 2022 – 2023 school year. Classroom assistants support our lead teachers by preparing materials, working with small groups of students on instructional tasks, and supervising students at recess. Positions can be either full-time or part-time. Candidates ideally have a minimum of one year working with children in an educational setting, demonstrate a willingness to cooperate with other adults, and a joy for supporting students of all ages. Contact Meredith Pucci for further information and to receive a complete position description. |
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Serving This Week
Serving Jesus at St. Andrew this week, March 17 & 20, 2022
Guest Preacher
Vicar Matthew Zeng
Musicians
Lead musician: Kris Lund
Vocalist: Dan Kremer, Johanna Nielsen
Guitar: Chad Schaal, Dan Wasmer, Jon Povich
Drums: Oliver Povich
Flute: Sarah Wendorf
Piano/violin: Madison Kremer
Ushers
Thurs: Jim Pease
8:00 AM: Ferron Havens, Paul Wittkamp
10:30 AM: Greg and Zach Yunger
Communion Assistants
Thurs: Dick Bernards
8:00 AM: Steve Dettman, Paul Onsager
10:30 AM: Jack Hunter, Ed Murray
Communion Care
Thurs: Glennda Brandt
8:00 AM: Sue Martalock
10:30 AM: Lee Ford, Ron Ketterer
Greeters
Thurs: Piri and Ron Kerr
8:00 AM: Beth Dettman, Jeff Grim
10:30 AM: Patina Hooten, Isabelle Volberg
Slide Tech
Thurs: Naomi Laabs
8:00 AM: Andrew Onsager
10:30 AM: Victoria Volberg
Audio
Terry Jacobs
Video
Jacob Miller
Worship Folders
Henningfield family
Offering Caretakers
Laurie Engel, Carrie Pasch
Children’s Ministries
Musikgarten: Karen Hong
Plugged into Jesus: Elicia Shepard, Jane Dew, Nikki Hill, Jonas Hill, Hill family, Shelly Schmoller
Spark: Lance Hill
Growth Group Leaders:
Jesus Avila, Justin Beck, Jared Dammann, Jane Dew, Jonathan Fricke, Brian Fritz, Clayton Grow, Matt Heckmann, Pastor Hunter, Mitch Hutter, Mark Kjenstad, Harry Radloff, Levi Schriefer, Dennis Unterholzner, Bill Walther, Sarah Wendorf, Paul Wittkamp
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