October 25th Announcements

SERVING FELLOWSHIP NEXT SUNDAY: G. Siegel

TODAY: There will be no adult Bible study today because Pastor is attending a call meeting. Sunday School kids are asked to meet in the music room for a 20-minute rehearsal following snacks.

REFORMATION VESPERS: The Des Moines East and West Circuits are holding a Reformation Vespers service this evening at 4:00pm at Trinity Lutheran in Des Moines.

PASTOR ON VACATION: Pastor is on vacation / attending lectures this week. There will be no Bible studies this week, but Confirmation class and choir will meet Wednesday at 6:30pm.

MOVIE NIGHT: Holy Cross Ladies’ Guild is hosting a movie night on Friday, October 30th. The congregation is invited to watch Arsenic and Old Lace in the fellowship hall at 6:30 pm. Popcorn is provided or bring your own movie treats and enjoy this Halloween classic!

PLANTING TREES: We are planting trees around the parking lot in the morning this Saturday, October 31st. Volunteers are needed! Holes can be dug ahead of time if you are not able to be there that morning. Contact Cory Johnson or Kathy Dee with any questions.  

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS: Daylight savings ends November 1st. Make sure to change your clocks back one hour this Saturday night.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! The Holy Cross choir and Sunday school will be presenting an Advent Concert themed “Let our Gladness Have No End” on Sunday, December 13th during the Sunday school hour. If you are interested in participating in the concert, contact Kathy Dee or Kathryn Feldt.

CCA FOOD PANTRY: Be sure to check the whiteboard on the food pantry door for current needs to stock the food pantry shelves. Thank you for all those who have already donated items! The Food Pantry regularly serves up to 15 families in the Carlisle School District. Ask Kathy Dee if you have any questions or would like to get more involved. Any donation is greatly appreciated! If you are clearing pantry shelves or organizing the laundry or bathroom, consider dropping off unused, not expired items in the food pantry.
* Immediate needs: Peanut Butter, Cereal, and Kleenex
* Ongoing needs:
Perishable items (butter, cheese, individually packaged meats, freezer meals, eggs, etc)
Bathroom items (deodorant, toothbrushes, shampoo, etc)
Packaged meals (Hamburger Helper, etc)
Baking items (mixes, flour, sugar, spices, etc)