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GOG Concert Tickets

The Girls of Grace are excited to host their 17th annual Worship Concert, "Faithful in All Seasons," on Saturday, April 15th and Sunday April 16th in the St. Lorenz Worship and Event Center! Through the artistry of interpretive dance, drama, media, presentations, vocalists, personal testimonies and live art, "FAITHFUL IN ALL SEASONS" will come alive on the stage for 3 identical performances. Join us Saturday at 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm, and Sunday at 3:00 pm. General admission tickets will be $10 for adults and $5 for children under 10. Ticket sales will begin Wednesday, February 1st. A beautiful narration will weave together the message of God's faithfulness in and inspirational production, for you, our audience, and above all for our Audience of ONE. May all we do bring glory to God!

The Dove Award-winning band Sidewalk Prophets will perform at the WEC this March on their "Songs & Stories" tour! This promises to be truly one of the most intimate concerts Sidewalk Prophets has assembled! Watch the band tour as a trio, with each member playing multiple instruments throughout the night, and lead singer Dave Frey shares powerful & inspiring stories from life, and the road. The set includes the band's popular radio hits, deep album cuts, and brand new never performed music. Ticketing options include and early entry devotional with the band, and the fan favorite VIP Pre-Show Party which gives you a unique up close experience with the band. Group ticket options are available.

Event Schedule:

4:15PM VIP Pre--Show Party

5:30PM Early Entry/Devotional

6:15PM General Admission Doors Open

7:00PM Showtime

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VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to help host this event. If you are interested, please contact Brenda Sievert at bsievert@stlorenz.org

Thrivent Choice Dollars

Are you a member of Thrivent Financial who's eligible to direct Choice Dollars? Choice Dollars charitable outreach funds can make a world of difference to our congregation and school in various ways. By directing Choice Dollars, eligible Thrivent members recommend where they feel Thrivent should distribute a portion of its charitable funds. Directing Choice Dollars is easy. Simply go to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice to learn more and find program terms and conditions. Or call 800-847-4836 and say "Thrivent Choice" after the prompt.

Stephen Ministry

A sadness settles so softly on us. It is seemingly without cause. Yet it lingers like the winter fog. A caring, trained Stephen Minister is ready to help you find your way through the mist. He or she will not judge you or push you to get better; instead, your Stephen Minister will listen and care for you while you work through your feelings. To receive the care of a Stephen Minister, please call one of the referrals contacts:

Pastor Fenske -- 652-6141

Shirley Dashkevicz -- 780-3036

Dennis Weirauch -- 392-3493

Or learn more about this ministry by visiting ChristGivesHope.org

Senior High & Junior High Youth Gathering Registration

The Michigan District Junior and Senior High Youth Gatherings are coming up this summer and registration is open! There will be an information meeting about the gatherings on Sunday, February 12th; stay tuned for the when and where. For more information, and for registration forms on Junior High Youth Gathering on June 2-4 in Frankenmuth click here.

The Senior High Youth Gathering will be held June 25 - 28 on Mackinac Island. Information on presenters and registration (now open). Click here.

Funeral Luncheons

Looking for an occasional service opportunity? The funeral Luncheon Committee and its volunteers have been serving the church for over 50 years. We are looking for volunteers to help with the luncheons, which take approximately 3-4 hours of your time. We set the tables, serve drinks, and clean up after the meal. We also prepare the leftovers for the family to take home. We are there to give the grieving family a worry-free time of enjoying a meal with family and friends. We would love for you to join our caring team of servants for Christ. Call Rachel at 989-737-2887 if you would like to help.

Christian Songwriting Group

Do you love to sing or write songs? Do you play an instrument or make electronic music? On February 12th at noon we are meeting in the Adult Education room to discuss the kick off of a Christian Songwriting group. Those who join the group will have the opportunity to share songs, get and give feedback, co-write and eventually perform original music offerings. Men and women of any age are welcome to join. However, you must be at least a Junior in High School. Please attend our informational meeting to learn more and meet others who want to share their God-given musical talents and experience. You may also email Laura Sommer at Lrsommer@gmail.com for more information.

Tim Tebow Foundation's Night to Shine

We are so excited to be an official host church for this year's Night to Shine, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God's love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. On one night, hundreds of churches of different denominations from all over the world will come together to celebrate people with special needs! It's Friday, February 10th from 6-9 pm at the St. Lorenz Worship and Event Center.

To refer a Guest: contact Tammy at agans1tj@aol.com (January 22nd is the deadline to refer a guest.)

To Donate: contact Tammy at agans1tj@aol.com

To learn more and see all the churches that are a part of this worldwide movement, check out www.timtebowfoundation.org.

YOUTH MINISTRY UPDATE - updated REVIVE launch date

We are working on providing numerous regular opportunities for the youth and young adults of our congregation to be in God's word and be disciples of Jesus together. Some of these opportunities have been around for a while, and others are brand new, such as the Sunday morning Sr. High Bible study at 9:30 at The Rock or the Young Adult group called REVIVE that will have a kick-off event on March 2. (Date updated from Jan. 25th) For more information or to investigate starting a new Bible study or small group, contact Pastor Eden. You can email him at jeden@stlorenz.org or call 989-652-0775.

SANCTITY OF LIFE DIAPER DRIVE

The Sanctity of Life Diaper & Wipe drive will be held for the month of January. Please help show Jesus' love to mommies and babies by donating diapers and/or wipes. The LifeClinic in Saginaw will be the recipient of your generosity. Your donations can be brought when attending services to the Church Parlor in ramp hallway (on table marked for diaper drive), WEC Lobby, or the Church Office reception area, M-F, 8am - 4:30 pm. Thank you for your generosity and choosing to support life!

Camp Lu La Lea taking registrations -- 2023 summer camp

Camp Lu La Lea is a Christian summer camp now entering its 75th summer of operation. We are open to all boys and girls ages 8-14. Lu Lay Lea is located on Henderson Late, near West Branch. We are offering five-one week sessions this summer. At Camp Lu Lay Lea campers have the ability to participate in archery, boating, campfires, canoe trips, chapel, arts and crafts, gaga ball, devotions, three games a day, skits, fishing, singing, swimming, making new friends, and so much more! To learn more about camp and our schedule, go to camplulaylea.org

2023 ALTAR FLOWER CALENDAR

The 2023 Altar Flower Calendar has been placed in the church narthex on the east wall of the center entrance. Please feel free to sign up for providing flowers for the altar vases on a given Sunday. This can be done in memory of a loved one or in honor of a special anniversary, birthday, etc.

Donations to the Altar Guild are also accepted to help pay for flowers when no one has signed up. The cost of flowers for both vases is $100. Contact Lori Warnemuende at 989-652-2999.