Weekly Announcements

April 5th, 2026

Worship

STREAM "PEACE WAVERLY" YOUTUBE, OR THIS TV OPTION

If you cannot make it to Peace or another LCMS congregation in-person on a Sunday, go to "Peace Waverly" on YouTube and stream the service, "live" or recorded.  Or, here's another option:  “Main Street Living” is a liturgical worship service broadcasting a different local pastor each Sunday morning. It airs along with the classic Lutheran Hour program, “This is the Life”. Both can be viewed on KLKN Channel 8 (Lincoln) & WOWT Channel 6.2 (Omaha). Visit www.mainstreetliving.com/lincoln to view current and past episodes. The 10:30 program is interpreted and closed captioned for the deaf and hard of hearing.  March 22, 2026, 10:00am - “Money for Marriage” - A woman’s decisions at work put a strain on the new couple’s marriage. 10:30 AM - Rev. Rob Kuefner, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington, NE, presents a message titled ”Dry”. This sermon is based on Ezekiel 37:1-14.  April 5, 2026 (Easter), 10:00am - “A Child’s Easter Sermon” - A child shares the joy of Easter with an old shoemaker. 10:30 AM - Rev. Randy Sturzenbecher, President of the South Dakota District LCMS in Sioux Falls, SD, presents a message titled ”Helpless, Fearful and Hopeless no More, Christ is Risen!”.  April 12, 2026, 10:00am - “Finders Keepers” - A man finds a large sum of money and struggles with the consequences of keeping it. 10:30 - Rev. Timothy Schleusener, pastor at Zion Lutheran & St. John's Lutheran Churches in Canistota & Montrose, SD, presents a message titled ”But these are written...“.  April 19, 2026, 10:00am - “A Girl’s Best Friend” - Focusing on the here and now creates problems for a mother and her daughter and prompts spiritual questions for all. 10:30 AM - Rev. James DeLoach, pastor at Zion Lutheran Church and School in Kearney, NE, presents a message titled ”The Road to Emmaus”. This sermon is based on Luke 24:13-35.   April 26, 2026, 10:00am - “Song of the Night” - A son's accident causes his family to question everything. 10:30 AM - Rev. John Rasmussen,pastor at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Kearney, NE, presents a message titled ”Hope in Despair ”. This sermon is based on Isaiah 40:27-31. 

HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING TO PEACE ON SUNDAY MORNINGS?

Consider nearby LCMS congregations’ alternate worship days/times!  Faith Lutheran (84th & Adams) Sundays 5:30pm; Redeemer Lutheran (510 S. 33rd St) Saturdays 6:00pm; Immanuel Lutheran (Eagle) Tuesdays 9:00am

WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE DAILY e-DEVOTIONS FOR PERSONAL WORSHIP TIME?

If you would like to receive a daily devotion in your email from Lutheran Hour Ministries, please let us know at office@peacewaverly.org.  Or, if you prefer to sign up with LHM yourself, you can do that at lhm.org/newsroom.  God bless your daily time of worship!

AT LEAST THEY GO TO CHURCH

"... such has been said by many a parent about their child(ren) when the child(ren) is/are no longer a member of the parent's church.  And there is some truth to that.  Yet behind such sentiments all is not well. In Mark 7, Jesus chastises some Pharisees and scribes for their worship. He says, "These people honor Me with their lips, but their heart is far from Me.  And in vain they worship Me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men."  Worship is not all the same. Some is God-pleasing and some is not.  Churches are not all the same. One might be a 'oneness' Pentecostal church that denies the Trinity, another a progressive church that is open to almost every satanic error. The key questions are, 'What does the church teach about Jesus, Baptism, Jesus' resurrection, Holy Communion, the second coming, and the list could go on for some time?  To say, "at least they go to church" is not necessarily a positive comment.  So, what would be a good 'sign' that they, or you for that matter, are going to a good church?  I can think of several 'signs'.  Perhaps you can add a few more.  A good sign would be that the church they are attending accepts the Apostle's, Nicene, and Athanasian Creeds as faithful witnesses to the Holy Scriptures.  That would be good. But even if that is true, beware: some churches have so 'gutted' the creeds that they really deny them. Check them out!  A very good sign would be that in the sermons the main emphasis would be about Jesus.  Recently, I watched a popular 'prosperity Gospel' preacher tell the audience how they could correct their errors in false thinking and tell God to begin blessing them, blah, blah, blah. The speaker did have a one-minute 'call to faith".  (He barely mentioned Jesus, but minimally it was a call to faith.)  How different he was from the Apostle Paul who wrote in 1 Corinthians 2, 'And I, brethren, when I came to you, did not come with excellence of speech or of wisdom declaring to you the testimony of God.  For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.'  It sounds like Paul was a 'Johnny one-note'.  He preached Christ crucified, Christ crucified, Christ crucified.  Now, of course there is more to Paul's sermons than simply saying 'Christ crucified' repeatedly.  Paul speaks both Law and Gospel.  He admonishes, encourages, exhorts.  He talks about the meaning of Christ's resurrection (1 Cor. 15), the meaning of Holy Baptism (Romans 6), how to live as a Christian (Romans 12), and the meaning of Holy Communion (1 Cor. 11). The other writers of the New Testament are like Paul. Each focuses on Jesus Christ and that we have peace with God through Him. The Christian life is not unimportant, but it is of second importance.  If the church your children are attending does not do what Paul did in Acts 2, 'I did not shrink from declaring to you the whole counsel of God', that is not a church to attend.  And yes, certainly you can ignore what I say here, but be aware that you do so at your own, and/or your children's, risk.  The gift of faith and forgiveness of sins is a precious gift. Hearing about Jesus and His sacrifice for you, how faith comes to us through the spoken Word, Holy Baptism, Communion and Absolution, are the most important elements in a person's spiritual life.  Go to a church that preaches Christ crucified."  (Rev. Michael Strong, pastor of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Farmersvill, Illinois) 

Fellowship

GUY NITE AT MCGILL MANCAVE, APRIL 24TH

Men, you’re invited to Guy Nite Night at the McGill Farm!  April 24 6:00–9:00 PM.  17905 N 141st St, Waverly, NE.  Come enjoy a brat cookout, good conversation, and plenty of fun with pool, shuffleboard, cornhole, ping pong, and pitch..  Tickets: $10 each.  Your ticket also enters you in a drawing for beef steaks and pies! .  Invite friends, and bring along the young men in your life.  Questions or tickets: Scott McGill 1-402-432-1990 rscmcgill@windstream.net; Dick Rockenbach 1-402-450-4443 dickandsue75@gmail.com; Ted Wolfram 1-531-207-7894 ted.wolfram@gmail.com

SUPPER EXPRESS: 04/08: Tater Tot Casserole

LORD, IN YOUR MERCY, HEAR OUR PRAYER:

Led by Prayer Team Leader, Dennis Bauer. 

Send prayer requests to prayers@peacewaverly.org, or 402.450.3357.

Health Concerns: Dixie Janssen, procedure recovery; James Tietjen, surgery recovery; Alec Eiland, car accident; Amy (Cousin of Lanel Fenster), healing; Chesney (friend of Shannon Berry), RSV & Pneumonia; LeaAnn (friend of Robin Kuhlmann) death of grandson, healing for daughter; Richard (father of Ralph Haen) healing; Cooper (son of Jake & Emily Standage), hemophilia; Gary Nimtz, surgery recovery; Kendall Johnson (friend of Scott McGill), stroke in the eye; Rueben Krenke (father of Brian Krenke), healing; Donna Speth, continued healing; Marilyn Ash, procedure recovery; Marcia Werner, healing after fall; Friend of the Williamson’s, cancer; Nicole Jelinek (friend of Sue Schuelke) cancer; Mary Darnell (sister of Dixie Janssen) hospice; Brian (brother-in-law of Dennis Bauer) cancer; Stacey Wheeler, cancer; David Walker (brother of Marcia Werner) cancer; Linda Thraen (sister of Lori Curtis, daughter of Eileen and Lyle Hall) cancer; Sara (cousin of Jennifer Knorr) Huntington’s Disease; Henry Michalski (son of Sara Michalski, grandson of Mike and Evon May) eye disease; Karen Pfingsten (mother of Lori Landis) cancer; Maggie (friend of Paige Dahlbeck) cancer; Dennis Bauer, health;  Donna Zapp (mother of Sean Zapp) cancer; Eric (friend of Dick Rockenbach) health issues; Phyllis Ohlmann (mother of Brad Ohlmann) continued health and recovery; Lilo Johnson, Parkinson’s; Marcia (friend of Lanel Fenster) and family, hospice; Rev. Brad Birtell (Uncle of Hannah McLaughlin) cancer; Jay Berry, health; Amy (cousin of Lanel Fenster) cancer; The Bassinger Family, health. For the Bereaved:  Brian Krenke and family at the death of his father, Rueben; Dennis Bauer and family at the death of his mother Bonnie; Tamara Althouse and family at the death of her mother Elaine; The family of Jon Carlson at the death of his wife, Vickie; The family of Mervel Reed; The Hall family at the death of Lyle; The Isaacson Family at the death of Rogene; The Nielson family at the death of Joel; The Tietjen family at the death of Jen’s mother; The family of Doris Maahs; Dudley Sorensen and family at the death of his father; Julie Wilshusen and family at the death of her uncle, Alan; Brian Behlen and family at the death of his mother, Ardith

Those Serving in the Military:  Piper Haen (166 Sierra Circle, Apt. B, Waynesville MO, 65583), Leah Rasmussen, Adam Haeffner, Rev. David Edwards (our adopted chaplain) SLD45/HC, 357 Titan Road, Patrick SFB, FL 32925

Out of the Area Members:  Taylor and Malachi Casteneda; Stephanie, Bryer, and Larson Cecrle; Christian Dauel; Maggie Reed; Jared Ohlmann, Meagan Dauel

Shut-Ins:  Dennis Bauer, Dick Mohlman, Renae Johnson, Judy Steffen, Lilo Johnson

College / Early Career:  Rees Bunting, Chase Dittenber, Trev Greve, Henry Hollibaugh, Morgan Jenkins, Reagan Landis, Jonah Muench, Landon Williamson, Alaina Ropte, Cooper Wittler, Nikolai Buss, Adellin Doyen, Trae Greve, Jacob Kleinbeck, Leah Rasmussen, Cole Sorensen, Henry Angle, Meagan Dauel, Josh Giesler, Ryan Etheridge, Alex Etheridge, Adam Haeffner, Drew Hollibaugh, Garrett Jenkins, Nathan Krenke, Logan Ropte, Judson Tietjen, Carson Vachal, Kemper Reed, Jaidon Bell, Dain Frazier, Piper Haen, Hayden Knickerbocker, Noah Knickerbocker, Meghan Krenke, Selah Muench, Grant Schere, Madelyn Stone, Michael Williamson, Jordyn Behlen, Jaxon Kleinbeck, Josh Larsen, Ethan Rosenthal, Derek Walker, Tucker Bliss

Evangelism

Missions: 

“you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."   Acts 1:8

LOCAL (“Jerusalem")

INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM AT CITY MISSION

"Homelessness and addiction often occur together, creating a difficult cycle that many people simply cannot break on their own. The constant stress, fear, and instability that come with life on the streets can lead individuals to rely on drugs or alcohol as a way to cope. At the same time, addiction itself can be a major factor in someone losing their housing, impacting jobs, relationships, finances, and overall stability. Without support, many feel lost, not knowing where to turn, while others feel they lack the resources, guidance, or encouragement to begin the process. But here at People's City Mission support is within reach.  We have expanded our recovery services to include a brand-new Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This professionally led program takes place right here on our campus, making it easier than ever for guests to receive structured support. The IOP offers group therapy, individualized treatment plans, relapse-prevention strategies, and ongoing accountability. This new partnership allows us to offer another vital service to the men and women we serve, helping them move toward lasting recovery and renewed hope. 'I’m thrilled to bring this new Intensive Outpatient Program to our guests and to the city of Lincoln. It gives us the opportunity to support our guests in deeper, more effective ways and strengthen their journey toward healing.'  - Earl Richardson, Curtis Center Director.  Today, your support helps people battling addiction and strengthens our programs that bring hope.  Blessings, Pastor Tom.  Give online:  https://secure.pcmlincoln.org/forms/donate

REGIONAL (“Judea")

YOU ARE ASKED TO TAKE THIS SURVEY FOR THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCH

Where do we get pastors who preach and care for us with God’s Word? Where do we get teachers who teach our children about Jesus in our Lutheran schools? Where do we get our directors of Christian education, deaconesses and directors of parish music? Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is partnering with our seminaries, Concordia universities, districts, congregations and many others to build a Synodwide culture of church work formation and recruitment. You can contribute toward this effort by taking this brief online survey at lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve-survey. Please let us know how all of us can make SAS more beneficial to your congregation. It is important we hear what you have to say.

U.S. (“Samaria”)

GO ENCOURAGE A MISSIONARY!

Plan now to visit Mission Central two miles east of Mapleton, Iowa to hear stories from our LCMS missionaries.  Upcoming Presentations at Mission Central:  April 18, 2026, 1:00, Rev. Tom Park, Taiwan; 1:30 Rev. Herb and Markie Burch, Belize.  May 16, 2025, 1:00, Cody and Aurelie Mock, Czech Republic.  May 23, 2026, 1:00, Rev. Paul Nelson, Indonesia; 1:30, Rev. Adam Lehman, Puerto Rico.  June 27, 2026, 1:00, Rev. Jordan Andreasen, Romania.  July 8, 2026, 1:00, Rev. David Preus, Eurasia.  July 11, 2026, 1:00, Matt and Dee Dee Wasmund, South Korea/East Asia.  August 22, 2026, 1:00, Ashley Lehr, Puerto Rico.  December 5, 2026, 1:00, Rev. Chris and Lula Tiews, Germany.

WORLD (“Ends of the earth")

HUTTONS IN COSTA RICA

We are often asked what our daily lives look like as missionaries.  As we finish out our 9th year of ministry in Parrita, it’s easy to forget how ordinary life has become as this has become our hogar (home).  Yes, there are beautiful, adventurous moments. But most days? They’re normal.  There is laundry to wash. Food to prepare. Kids to disciple. Schedules to juggle. Emails to answer.  When we think about Jesus’ ministry, we often picture the miracles and sermons. But between healing the sick and confronting the Pharisees, there were long stretches of ordinary life — walking dusty roads, sharing meals, resting, traveling.  Faithfulness isn’t built only in the extraordinary moments.  It grows in the quiet, daily ones.  “This is what the Lord commands you… Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home [hogar] and when you walk along the road…” Deuteronomy 6:6–7.  So much of discipleship happens in the sitting and walking — in the everyday rhythms of family life.  Living and raising children in an underdeveloped zone of Costa Rica has stretched us in unexpected ways.  Access to stable programs is limited.  Educational systems can be inconsistent.  Reliable childcare is difficult to find.  Transportation is not always simple or affordable.  Even daily logistics require more flexibility and resilience than they might elsewhere.
Community itself can feel fragile.  The expat population is often transient — families come and go quickly — and long-term relational consistency can be difficult to maintain.  Protective systems for children are not always as robust as we might hope, and vigilance is simply part of daily life here.  Our family feels those realities too.  Over time, we realized that if we hope to remain here long-term — healthy, present, and effective — we must be intentional about building stability within our hogar, even when the environment around us feels unpredictable.  For our family, one way we have done that is through homeschooling.  Homeschooling isn’t simply an educational decision. It allows us to shepherd our children’s emotional and spiritual development carefully, to process cross-cultural life together, and to create rhythms of safety and consistency.  In a world that can feel fragile, our hogar becomes a place of rootedness.  Research from TCK Training shows that 21% of surveyed Third Culture Kids had an ACE score of 4 or higher — meaning they experienced multiple significant childhood stressors, a level linked to greater long-term risk.  Yet, children who experience consistent Positive Childhood Experiences — safety, belonging, and supportive relationships — are up to 72% less likely to struggle with depression in adulthood.  Intentional stability matters.  And this intentionality does not only sustain our family — it becomes part of our ministry witness.  To create space for homeschooling well, we have begun hiring local childcare support during the morning hours when most of our lessons take place.  This lightens Amanda’s load, allows focused time with the older kids, and provides meaningful employment for young women in our community.  It creates: •⁠  ⁠steady income for a student  •⁠  ⁠a safe and nurturing environment  •⁠  ⁠natural discipleship opportunities  •⁠  ⁠deeper community connection.  This is ministry in its quietest form — and it is only possible because of your partnership.  We were blessed to have Fabi with us for eight months. She quickly became part of our family.  Although we miss her dearly, Abril joined us this past month, and we are already grateful for her calm presence in our home.  Please pray that her time with us would be fruitful — for her, for our children, and for the relationships that grow from it.  Your support does more than fund programs. It allows us to cultivate a stable, Christ-centered hogar in a challenging context — and that stability strengthens everything else we do.  “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.”  - Ephesians 4:2

Service

CHILDCARE DURING WORSHIP—4 YEARS OLD AND UNDER

Did you know that free childcare is available in the lower level Commons for kids 4 years old and under, from 10:15am through 11:45am on Sunday mornings?  Our staff are all background-checked and ready to serve the Lord by serving you. Jillian Muench, Addison Angle, Elise Wilshusen, Rylan Behlen, Jaci Bunting, Dakota Giesler, Charlotte Reiner and Lauren Larsen. Questions: Madelyn & Loren Williams (First Impressions Team Leaders)