English Ringers
Marla Engbloom, director
Wednesday, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. in the choir room
September through May

Youth Chimes
Marla Engbloom, director
Wednesday, 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. in the choir room
September through May

FAITHLIFT (praise band)
Dr. Gary Walth, director
Faithlift consists of vocalists, piano, violin, guitar, bass guitar, flute and drums. It rehearses and accompanies worship two Sundays each month.

MIDDLE EAST PRAYER VIGIL
A prayer vigil for the Middle East is held on the third Thursday of every month. This month (April) it will be held at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church at 5:15 p.m. For more information contact Marla Engbloom.

LENTEN SERVICES

HOLY WEEK
Maundy Thursday - March 20, 2008
Worship with the "Washing of Feet", the Sacrament of Holy Communion and the "Stripping of the Altar". On Maundy Thursday we gather for worship both at Noon and 7:00 p.m.

Good Friday - March 21, 2008
On this most somber day of the year when we remember the crucifixion of our Lord Jesus Christ, our Senior Choir leads worship at 7:00 p.m.

The Vigil of Easter - March 22, 2008, 8:00 p.m.
This traditional service follows the baptismal journey from the darkest night to the radiance of the Resurrection of our Lord. We begin in courtyard around the bonfire. We then process into the sanctuary by candlelight where we hear the great biblical stories of deliverance. During the Easter Vigil, children and infants will be baptized. The Vigil concludes with the joyful celebration of Holy Communion.

EASTER - The Resurrection of our Lord, March 23, 2008
We gather for Sunrise worship at 7:00 a.m. on Easter, and we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord at two festival worship services at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. Each festival service includes singing the great Easter hymns, the Senior Choir, a Children’s sermon, Pastor Solyst's Easter Message and the Sacrament of Holy Communion. The youth serve Easter breakfast from 7:30 – 10:30 a.m.

ALL SAINTS DAY
November 1 & 2, 2008 - At these ancient festival worship services of Holy Communion we light candles in remembrance of loved ones who have died. We worship at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. on Sunday.

THANKSGIVING EVE
November 26, 2008 - we will worship at Noon and 7:00 p.m. in our sanctuary.

Cocoa and Carols Advent Service
On December 9, 2007 - we worshipped at 6:00 p.m. Come, hear the ageless scripture verses that prophesy and proclaim the coming of Christ. Sing those marvelous carols we all love so much. Enjoy cocoa and cookies and fellowship. Please bring a wrapped gift to place in the manger - a gift of clothing, a toy or book, for someone who might not get much else. These symbolic gifts to Jesus will be distributed to children and people in need in our community. See photos of previous services:
2007
2006

Communion
Ruth Olson - 788-2091
Church Office, 784-9335
Please contact Ruth or the church office if you are interested in serving communion. The service for communion is held the first and third Sundays of each month.

Ushers
Arnie Berg, 796-2832
We welcome anyone who would like to minister as an usher.

Lectors
Jennifer Jones, 784-9335
Lectors read the appointed lessons at our worship services. Please contact Jennifer if you are interested in this ministry.

TECH TEAM
Jennifer Brown
The Tech Team serves as Projection and Sound Technicians at every worship service with responsibility for insuring the highest quality worship experience for everyone who attends. In worship, we offer to God our very best and that includes our best sound and projection technology. The Tech Team also records each service and produces CDs for our “CD Ministry for Homebound Members.” If you want to serve with the Tech Team, please contact Pastor Mark Solyst.

worship coordinators
Laura Eber
The worship coordinators assist the Pastors in coordinating the logistics of worship at English Lutheran Church. When on duty, worship coordinators are responsible for both Sunday Services. Current worship coordinators include: Duane Bell, Barb Berb, Laura Eber and Kathy Olson. If you have questions or are interested in assisting in this ministry, please contact Laura.

wedding coordinators
Carmen Gustafson
The wedding coordinators assist the Pastors in coordinating the logistics of weddings at English Lutheran Church. They attend both the rehearsal and wedding to reassure anxious brides and mothers with their calm and helpful presence. For more information, contact Carmen.

Altar MINISTRY
Barb Berg, 796-2832
Joanne Tomalka, 788-3809
We are a great group of mostly women (men are always welcome into our gathering as well) who meet once a month and plan the worship service for communion, baptism and take care of the altar (changing paraments, replacing candles when needed, etc.). We set out the communion table for each service, set everything out for the pastors and communion assistants, clean up and put everything away after worship. You may do this once a month, or as much as you like. We meet on the first Saturday of the month at 9:00 am in the narthex. Everyone is welcome!

Christmas  & Easter flowers
Church Office, 784-9335
Monetary gifts of any amount are accepted towards purchasing flowers for the Christmas and Easter seasons. Extra money from the Flower Fund is given to an area organization. Flowers are available to take home after the services. If you would like to give a gift during these times please look for the sign up form in the Voice, on the What's New page, or contact Jennifer at the church office for more information.

Nursery
Karla Fennie, 782-5693
The nursery is available to all families needing assistance with their children on Sundays 8:30 a.m. to noon. It has a large play area with sunny windows and appropriate toys. Child-sized toilet facilities and changing area are within the nursery in addition to a quiet nursing room. The nursery is attended by consistent attendants to promote comfort and familiarity for the children.
Nursery may be available for special occasions at church - please call the church office at 784-9335.
Nursery Schedule

Sunday Coffee
Jennifer Jones, 784-8876, ext. 201
Members serve coffee and juice and provide homemade treats every Sunday in the Luther Room. Each ELC household is assigned to bring cookies once every 12-15 months. You will receive a notice in the mail when it is your turn. Thanks in advance for your participation in this ministry!

Greeters
Karen Guptill, 788-5066
Every Sunday worshipers are welcomes by our greeters. If you want to be a greeter, please contact Karen.

Acolytes
Paula Betlach
Thank you confirmation students for your service as an acolyte. Please check the schedule for your time.