PEOPLE STOP ATTENDING WORSHIP SERVICES for a variety of reasons. For many people it gets to be a gradual and even unconscious departure from earlier priorities, or habits and practices. For some it may be that they feel unwelcome, or worse, unimportant. Some may have been hurt by another person of the church or by something that happened while at a church worship or event. Or perhaps it was something that just happened in their lives, like a divorce, or a death, or a financial crisis, or a severe illness, or some other great tragedy, and so they just started staying away because of some hurt, or a feeling of guilt or shame, or even a kind of fear.

If you have felt unwelcome here, or have felt that your needs were not being met, we invite you to share your feelings with us so that we might better minister to you. If you feel that somehow, you don’t “measure up” because of some sin or guilt or shame in your life, we remind us that this church, as is true of any church, is a community of sinners – ALL of us. If you have been hurt, we offer to you our own guilt and confession and we ask for your forgiveness.

Living in a community of God’s people works like a water wheel. On the one end, we must be filled. We need to hear the good news of God’s love in Christ Jesus our Lord, and to share together in God’s Means of Grace to us of Word and Sacrament and thus be strengthened in faith. On the other end, we must pour out, and that includes the sharing of our talents and gifts and serving God and others to the best of our ability. If either the filling-up or the pouring-out stops, then that water wheel ceases to function. Christ our Lord does not wish ANY part of His Body, the Church to be dysfunctional.

We do care about you, even if we are not so very good at saying it or showing it. You are in our prayers. You are an important part of the Body of Christ. You are a child of God.

We do miss you. Christ and His Church miss you. You have ideas, talents, and abilities that are unique and that can be of help to your church and community.

As your sisters and brothers in Christ Jesus, members of the same Body of Christ, we wish to share in your life…to weep with you and to rejoice with you.

We do miss you. We do not wish your faith to diminish, but rather that your faith would prosper and grow through a living together with God’s people, hearing God’s Word and sharing in the Lord’s Supper.

We invite you to come and be with us as the people of God, sinners all, as we together seek God’s blessings, God’s forgiveness, so that we may be strengthened and renewed for ministry.

Come and be with us as we seek to serve our lord Jesus together.

Pastor John

OPPORTUNITIES FOR HOLY COMMUNION

February 4 Epiphany V

February 21 Ash Wednesday

LORD TEACH US TO PRAY

This year’s midweek Lenten Worship begins on Ash Wednesday, February 21^st, at 7:00 p.m., with a service of Ashes and the Lord’s Supper.

Each following Wednesday evening, there will be a community meal in the fellowship hall beginning at 6 p.m., followed by a worship service at 7 p.m.

This year’s Midweek worship focus will be on the theme of “LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY,” in which we will look at the special prayer that our Lord Jesus taught us, and on what we have learned through Luther’s Catechism about our Lord’s Prayer. Our prayer will be that we will learn to pray better and be encouraged to pray often and be blessed by the Holy Spirit to know that our prayers are always heard by God as perfect prayers.

COME AND JOIN US for this time of worship, prayer and fellowship together.

“JESUS OF NAZARETH”

PARISH ADULT CLASS BEGINS ON FEBRUARY 14^TH OR 18^TH

Our winter/spring session will again have two different sessions. A Wednesday class begins on February 14^th at 10:15 a.m., and a Sunday evening class begins on February 18^th at 6:30 p.m.

We will have six sessions that will focus on the Passion of our Lord Jesus through use of an epic film made several years ago called “Jesus of Nazareth.” The first part of each session we will view a section of the film, and then look at the scripture texts that relate to that part of the life of Christ and have some discussion as to its meaning for our lives today. ALL are welcome to attend either session. So far, we have about ten people signed up for the morning sessions and about seven for the evening sessions. More are needed, so please join us.

TRONDHJEM NEWS

FEBRUARY ASSIGNMENTS

Altar Guild

Eileen Reese

Coffee Servers

February 4 Kim & Annette Naatz

February 18 Eileen Reese

Communion Assistants

Steve Kraushaar

Mark Brekke

Lectors

February 4 Ruth Lukes

February 11 Jill Krause

February 18 Linda Kraushaar

February 25 Steve Kraushaar

FEBRUARY ACOLYTE/USHERS

February 4 Matt Reese

February 11 Garrett Lukes

February 18 Cortney & Reed Thostenson

February 25 Ethan Severtson & Allison Wangen

FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS

February 10 Richard Kraushaar

February 11 Alison Wangen

February 16 Irene Benesh

February 26 David Krause

February 28 Ann Chapek

February 28 Daniel Jax

FEBRUARY ANNIVERSARIES

February 15 Roger and Elna Severtson

MEMORIALS

GENERAL FUND

In memory of MABEL BELSHAN by M/M Jim Benesh, Sr.

In memory of OLGA STANTON by M/M Jim Benesh, Sr.

BUILDING FUND

In memory of OLGA STANTON by M/M Emil Prantner

HAYWARD NEWS

MISSION STATEMENT

We the people of Hayward Lutheran Church confess the Triune God, and strive to follow the words and deeds of Jesus Christ.

VISION STATEMENT

As a community of faith in Jesus Christ, we will demonstrate care and compassion for one another and also to a world in much need. God’s Word and the Holy Sacraments are central to our life of faith. As we grow and are nourished by these, we will bring the good news of God’s forgiveness, life and salvation to those around us.

HAYWARD LUTHERAN

OUR STEWARDSHIP FOR 2007

Month Where we Where Total Should be We Are Expenses

(As of 1/24) (As of 1/24)

January $ 9,125.50 $4,192 $ 3,511.40

February $18,251

March $27,376.50

April $36,502

May $45,627.50

June $54,753

July $63,878.50

August $73,004

September $82,129.50

October $91,255

November $100,380.50

December $109,506

HAYWARD LUTHERAN CHURCH

COUNCIL MEETING

January 14, 2007

The Hayward Lutheran Church council met on January 14, 2007 at 11:45 a.m. in the overflow room.

Present: Pastor John, Keith Iverson, Kendall Johnson, Vickie Storlie, Curt Larson, Sonja Johnson and Sharon Malm.

Keith Iverson presided over the meeting.

Sonja made a motion to accept the Agenda as amended. Kendall seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Kendall made a motion to accept the
Secretary’s Report, for the December 10, 2006 meeting, as printed. Curt seconded the motion. Motion carried.

A. CALENDAR

1. January 21, 2007, Trondhjem Annual meeting. Pr. Paul Lutter will lead the worship at Hayward.

2. January 28, 2007, Hayward Annual Meeting after worship, with a pot luck meal after the meeting.

3. February 1, 2007, BERC Pastors/Aims will meet at Hayward from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Focus is a Synod Hunger 101 workshop. Trondhjem ladies will provide morning coffee and noon meal.

4. February 11, 2007, BERC Assembly at Our Savior’s Lutheran in Kiester. Registration at 1:30 p.m. This is for all Council members and elected delegates to Synod Assembly.

5. February 14, 2007, Adult Class study series begins at 10:15 a.m.

6. February 18, 2007, Council meeting after worship. Good Earth Village Annual Meeting at 2 p.m. Adult Class at 6:30 p.m.

7. February 21, 2007, Ash Wednesday worship at 7 p.m. with Holy Communion

B. CONGREGATIONAL LIFE:

1. Set the agenda for the annual meeting

2. Nominating Committee report.

C. CONGREGATION FINANCE – PROPERTIES:

1. Treasurer’s Report discussed.

2. Discussion held on the 2007 Proposed Budget

Vickie made a motion to recommend the 2007 Proposed Budget of $109,506 to the congregation at the Annual Meeting on January 28, 2007. Kendall seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Kendall made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Curt seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Respectfully submitted,

Vickie Storlie

Council Vice President

FEBRUARY ASSIGNMENTS

Altar Guild

Marlene Thompson and Carolyn Matson

Coffee Servers

February 4 Greg & Carolyn Matson/Virginia VandeKamp

February 11 Jerry & Bev Noland/Clayton Peterson

February 18 Lowell & Dawn Nelson/Jay& Lisa Nelson

February 25 Doran & Shirley Gray/Andrew & Lisa Christensen

Ushers

*Dave & Paulette Paulson

Dale & Millie Westland

Steve, Kaye & Louis Tufte

Bob & Bonnie Felt

Communion Assistants

To be determined

Lectors

February 4 Logan Tufte

February 11 Neal Skaar

February 18 Jean Skaar

February 25 Dan Johnson

FEBRUARY ACOLYTE/USHERS

February 4 Bryce Skaar & Tate Tufte

February 11 Kadie Habana & Ashlyn Freitag

February 18 Mitchell Skaar & Caylee Tennis

February 25 Lindsey Freitag & Jalen Jimenez

FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS

February 2 Bob Armon

February 3 Carol Conley

February 4 Paul Westland

February 4 Greg Matson

February 5 Dave Paulson

February 8 Paul Ladlie

February 8 Brett Frydenlund

February 9 Clayton Peterson

February 9 Chris Skaar

February 9 Kellie Anderson

February 10 James Becker

February 14 Cheryl Freitag

February 18 Edith Tennis

February 18 Meta Johnson

February 19 Marlene Schroeder

February 21 Steven Tufte

February 21 Joshua Enderson

February 21 Shelby Eggum

February 26 Kendall Johnson

February 26 Scott Nelson

February 28 David Westland

FEBRUARY ANNIVERSARIES

February 2 Dan & Sonja Johnson

February 15 David & Marlene Thompson

February 26 Todd & Cheryl Enderson

February 28 Ruth & Erwin Larson

IT’S A BRIDAL SHOWER!

You are invited to a Bridal Shower for Betsy Paulson on Saturday, February 3 at 10:30 a.m.

50^th ANNIVERSARY PARTY!

You are invited to join Dan & Sonja Johnson on Sunday, February 4^th here at Hayward Lutheran from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. to help them celebrate their 50^th Wedding Anniversary. They request no gifts, please.

MEMORIALS

GENERAL FUND

In memory of ROBERT KUEHL by M/M Kendall Johnson

In memory of GERTRUDE IVERSON by M/M Troy Wangler

In memory of MERLE ANDERSON by Helen Dockwell.

ALTAR GUILD

In memory of MERLE ANDERSON by M/M Dick Hanson

BUILDING FUND

In memory of MAXINE KRECKER by Helen Dockwell.

In memory of MABLE BELSHAN by Helen Dockwell

WELCA

In memory of MERLE ANDERSON by M/M Clifford Keller, M/M John Keller

ALTAR GUILD

WOULD YOU LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE FRESH FLOWERS?

Fresh flowers for the altar are a beautiful addition to our worship service. If you wish to furnish flowers, all you need to do is call the Altar Guild president, Marlene Thompson (373-3895). The Guild will purchase and display the flowers for you, and if you wish, will put an acknowledgement in the Sunday bulletin. Cost of the flowers is usually about $20. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated. Thank you.

WELCA NEWS

PURPOSE STATEMENT

As a community of women created in the image of god, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to grow in faith, affirm our gifts, support one another in our callings, engage in ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness in the church, the society and the world.

THANK YOU to Mr. & Mrs. Clifford Keller and Mr. & Mrs. John Keller for the gift to the WELCA in memory of their sister, Merle Anderson.

LADIES! QUILTING DAYS COMING!

Come and join us on Wednesday, February 7, at 9 a.m. for our WELCA Brunch. Then, beginning Tuesday, February 13^th, join us every Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. for our “quilting bee” when we assemble and tie the quilts. For a cost of $8, you may purchase fabric for a quilt top from Calico Hutch or you can find fabric in the quilting room at church for making quilt tops or backs. Come and join us each Tuesday morning for fellowship, coffee, treats and quilting. If you can tie a knot, you can help us quilt!!

YOUTH NEWS

SKI TRIP PLANNED

A ski trip to Mount Kato is planned for Sunday, February 4^th. We will leave from church at 9 A.M. SHARP. Part of the cost of the trip will be covered by LYO funds. You may bring a friend. If you have any questions, please call Vicki Larson (377-3919).

WELCA TO SUPPLEMENT CAMP COSTS

The Hayward WELCA has made a generous offer to pay $75 to each young person of HLC who is interested in spending a week at Good Earth Village this summer. This would help cover a portion of the cost of attending camp. If you are interested in attending GEV camp this summer, please contact Vicki Larson at 377-3919. If there are enough young people interested, we may have some fund raisers to help defray another portion of the cost for camp.

GOOD EARTH VILLAGE

WINTER FUN DAYS

AT

GOOD EARTH VILLAGE

Pray for snow and then join us for an afternoon of winter fun on Sunday afternoons from 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. February 11 and February 25^th. Cost is $2/person. (Please note: these events will not happen if there is no snow).

A SPIRITUAL SPA: A MIDWINTER RETREAT FOR WOMEN

A midwinter retreat for women will be held February 11^th – 13^th from 3 p.m. Sunday to 12 p.m. Tuesday. It will be led by Pastor Jane Timmerman, a certified spiritual director and ordained pastor. Rejuvenate your body and soul. There will be time for discussions, individual sessions with Pastor Jane if desired, time to read, reflect, journal, visit, nap or just be! Bring your crafts if you would like. There will be some crafts done as part of the retreat sessions. The cost is $145 and it includes lodging, program, snacks and meals. Register by February 2nd – 507-346-2494 or info@GoodEarthVillage.org. Registration forms are available at www.GoodEarthVillage.org.

THIS ‘N’ THAT

A MODEST LENTEN RULE

I WILL…

• Not yell at my children more than once a day;
• Stop making a pig of myself:
• Refrain from making hurtful remarks;
• Let that poor driver pull into the line of traffic in front of me;
• Be nice to the store clerk, waiter, repairman, attendant, relative, neighbor, wife, husband, and in-law;
• Put down that trashy book and read something worthwhile;
• Stay awake all through worship and communion;
• Find out what the inside of the church looks like on a weekday;
• Get out of bed every Sunday morning and go to church worship
• Modify my Saturday night routine so that I CAN get out of bed on Sunday morning;
• Give our Lord a little credit for the good

things happening in my life and blame the

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KID’S KLIPS

Lord a little less for the bad things happening to me;

• Blame my wife less, my husband less, and everyone less;
• Say “thank you” more often; say “please” more often;
• Talk less; say more;
• Smile some; even try smiling when I don’t feel like it;
• Write some letters or e-mails;
• Clean up the house; or quit cleaning up the house so incessantly;
• Ask the Lord Jesus to help me do any or all of the above.

(From “St. James Tower,” St. James Church, Wichita, KS. © The Anglican Digest. Used by permission.)

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PARISH NEWS DEADLINE

The deadline for turning in articles and calendar information for the Parish News is the 20^th of each month. Thank you for your cooperation.

ADDRESS CHANGE? If you or someone you know has had a change of address or phone number within this past year, please inform the Church Office as soon as possible. Thank you for your help!

TRONDHJEM FINANCIAL REPORT

Where We Monthly Where We Ending

Should Be Income Are Balance

Jan. $2,557 $2,453 $2,453 -$104

Feb $5,115 $2,327.94 $4,780.94 -$334.06

March $7.672 $2,147.10 $6,928.04 -$743.96

Apr. $10,230 $2,834 $9,762.04 -$467.96

May $12,787 $2,274 $12,036.04 -$750.96

June $15,345 $2,498 $14,237.04 -$1,057.96

July $17,902 $2,498 $16,785.04 -$1,116.96

August $20,460 $2,248.25 $19,033.29 -$1,426.71

Ice Cream Social, August $3,359.50 $22,392.79 $1,932.79

Sept. $23,017 $3,804.41 $26,197.20 $3,180.20

Oct. $25,575 $2,689.51 $28,886.71 $3,311.71