Announcements from the March 17th Bulletin
- Food and cash contributions made during the month of March to support our food pantry partners will go to Faith Sante Fe. Protein items, such as peanut butter (and jelly too) and canned beans and meats are always in high demand. Thank you for your continued support of all of our food pantry partners.
- The next Unity Meal is March 20th. This event takes place every third Wednesday of the month at our partner parish, Unity Lutheran, located at 1025 E Oklahoma Ave. Volunteers are always needed, please see the sign-up sheet on the board between the offices.
- 2024 Easter Breakfast Sign-Up Sheets are located on the bulletin board between the offices. Breakfast will be Sunday, March 31st between the services. Proceeds will go toward the youth fundraising effort. Friends and family are welcome. Please sign up if you can contribute items or if you can help. Also, please sign up if you plan to attend so that we know how many to prepare for (you can still attend if you do not sign up.)
- Don’t forget your Lenten special envelopes. 60% of the funds received in purple Lenten envelopes will go to Outreach for Hope. The other 40% of the funds received from all special envelopes goes to support the ministry of St. Stephen the Martyr which includes practical things like paying the electric bill and mission support built into our budget, like supporting our various partner churches. Special Lenten contributions can also be made through the Vanco app.
- Mt. Meru Coffee Spring Blend - This special offering is a spring blend of coffee from the small coffee farms on Mt. Meru. This blend which is 80% regular beans and 20% Peaberry beans from our recent import is perfect for your enjoyment this Spring. Cupping notes (natural flavors) include: dark chocolate, citrus, and coffee blossom. 12 oz. bags are priced at $15.
Sunday School Starts September 10th
Sunday School will begin on September 10th. Sunday School children will join worship for the first part of the service and break into their classes after the children’s message. Sign up the kids in your life now -grades 4K to 6th. Registration forms can be found on the table in the narthex. Blank forms are in the green folder, place completed forms in the blue folder. Forms can also be found online here or you can email Billie Jo, Sunday School Superintendent at sundayschool@ssmelca.org.
9/7/2022
Choir and Handbell Rehearsals
Rehearsals begin on Wednesday, September 7. New members are always welcome. Come be a part of these fun, nurturing communities. Questions about either group? Please see Tabitha (MusicDirector@ssmelca.org) or a current ensemble member.
Benefits of Singing in a Choir
1. Builds Community
2. Relieves Stress
3. Exercises the Brain
4. Improves Breathing, Posture, and Muscle Tension
5. Better Sense of Happiness and Well-Being
6. Be Part of the Music Ministry at SSM
8/21/2022