October 6th Announcements

OCTOBER COUNCIL MEETING: Don’t forget – the council meeting has been moved to today following Bible study.

FALL CLEAN UP: This Saturday, October 12th, lend a hand with some projects around church. A list of jobs is on the table in the narthex.

REFORMATION VESPERS: Trinity Lutheran Church in Des Moines is delighted to host the East and West Des Moines Circuit Reformation Service on October 27th at 4:00pm.  The members of your congregation are cordially invited to join us for the Office of Vespers featuring sacred choral music with instrumental accompaniment.  Following the service is a soup dinner and presentation from our guest preacher, the Rev. Dr. Gregory Schulz who will present on the pastoral formation work of Lutherans in Africa.  Please RSVP by calling 515-279-3609 if you would like to join one of our musical ensembles or to bring a dish to share for the meal.  The Word of the Lord Endures Forever!

PARKING LOT RESULTS: At the most recent Voter’s Meeting, it was voted to not move forward with the parking lot project at this time. Any donations to be directed specifically to the parking lot can be allocated accordingly for the new restricted account created.  

MEN’S EVENT: We will have a men’s get together at Jim Skinner’s acreage on the evening of October 18th.  He lives south of the metro close to Milo.  Directions can be provided to those that have interest. We will grill out and have a fire pit going. Bring meat to grill and a beverage of your choosing.  Any questions - please feel free to ask the elder board.

LUTHER CLASSICAL COLLEGE: Luther Classical College is ready to welcome its inaugural class in Fall of 2025 with seven students already admitted and 90 more prospective students. They also broke ground on the campus and expect to finish 100% of grading within weeks. Funding is secured for the first of the on-campus student houses. Material on Luther Classical College can be found in the narthex, or learn more online at lutherclassical.org.

DO YOU PLAY PIANO? Choir is looking for someone with Piano skills to assist during rehearsals. They would play parts to help the singers to learn new music. Contact Kathryn Feldt for details.