Weekly Announcements

Worship

TV WORSHIP IN MAY

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.  May 5, 2024, 10:00am - “How come a nice girl like you” - A nurse struggles with what to do after reconnecting with an old boyfriend. 10:30 AM - Rev. John Rasmussen, pastor at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Kearney, NE, presents a message titled ”Christ Has Overcome!“. This sermon is based on John 16:33.  May 12, 2024, 10:00am - “A Will to Live” A man leaves a large portion of his money to the church and hospital, then has his will contested by relatives. 10:30 AM - Rev. Nicholas Whitney, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Amherst, NE, presents a message titled ”Sanctified in Truth“. This sermon is based on John 17:11b-19.  May 19, 2024, 10:00am - “Man in the Middle” - Two Men are left with a “secret” when one tells he has terminal cancer. 10:30 AM - Rev. Steve Schulz, from Mission Central in Mapleton, IA presents a message titled ”The Spirit of Truth“. The sermon is based on Acts 2:1-21.  May 26, 2024, 10:00am - “This is the Life” - “Return Trip”, 10:30am - “Main Street Living” - Chaplain Craig G. Muehler, Ministry to the Armed Forces - St. Louis, MO

WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE DAILY e-DEVOTIONS FROM LHM?

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!

HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING TO WORSHIP 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; Christ Lutheran (4325 Sumner) Mondays 7:00pm; Immanuel Lutheran (Eagle) Tuesdays 9:00am

MAY 5-11, 2024

On June 24-28 let's dive into the ocean for Vacation Bible School! At Scuba VBS, we'll dive into our friendship with God. VBS is from 9 AM-noon and all 4 year olds-5th graders are invited to join our underwater adventure as we sing cool songs, create some splash-tastic crafts, experiment with things from the ocean, play games and, most importantly, learn about God's love for us! Registration for VBS is now open. Register your kids (or grandkids) today by visiting this link (vbspro.events/p/events/waverly):

· Ocean Guides Needed!

Middle schoolers, high schoolers and adults, we need your help in our underwater adventure! If you'd be willing to serve at Scuba VBS this summer, please sign up at the table or click the link and select volunteer registration or contact Hannah McLaughlin (dce@peacewaverly.org) or Faith Nimtz!

· Can't join us but still want to be a part of VBS? 

We have a wish list of items that you can help provide! See our donation display board, or visit our Amazon wish list (https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2GRVW2BP4W8R6) to donate.We're also in need of a number of things you may have around your house:

- empty 2 liter soda bottles

- empty water/pop bottles

- Cardboard tubes (toilet paper, paper towels, etc.)

- Bottle Caps

All donations are needed no later than June 9th. Thank you in advance!

LINCOLN LUTHERAN DISCOVERY CAMPS

SPARK" SUMMER CAMP FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS

June 4 - 6, 2024 (June 3 drop off and first overnight for residents) at Concordia-Nebraska!  Whether it’s through science or His word, a spark of discovery ignites imagination and illuminates minds. Join us for SPARK, a three-day academic summer camp on Concordia University, Nebraska’s campus focused on helping students entering 6th-9th grade in fall 2024 light their passions and determine His calling in their lives. Learn more at https://cune.edu/SPARK

NEW "GUIDING WORD" SERIES FROM CPH

CPH's new Guiding Word series takes you through all the books of the Bible in six volumes. Starting with the Books of Moses—Genesis through Deuteronomy—you will explore every passage of every chapter of each book with the help of maps, diagrams, links between the testaments, and clarification points.  Following the pattern of a travel guide, each volume includes some features to help you read through, better understand, and reflect on each passage of the Bible.  cph.org

FAMILY INSTITUTE HELPS PARENTS TO LEAD THEIR FAMILES

Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne (CTSFW), is excited to host the second Christ Academy Family Institute (CAFI) June 13–16, 2024, right before our Christ Academy High School program begins.  At the heart of CAFI’s mission is a belief that strong families are the foundation of a healthy and thriving church. A key to building strong families is recognizing the essential role of parents in the spiritual development of their children. CAFI programs aim to equip parents with the tools they need to lead their families in the faith. Whether you’re a newly married couple, a growing family, an empty nester, or a worker who walks alongside families, the Family Institute has something to offer.  We hope you’ll be able to join us in June for the 2nd annual Christ Academy Family Institute, where you’ll find the same elements that run through all our Christ Academy programs: confessional catechesis, liturgical worship, and opportunities to connect with others.  Registration for this event is NOW OPEN. For more information: ctsfw.edu/cafi.

FREE, USED BOOKS FOR THE TAKING!

Jan Sears, Peace's librarian, has taken on the task of reviewing the books in our library (thank you, Jan!).  She and Pastor have found several that are beyond a certain publishing date, and would be best enjoyed in the homes of our members and friends.  A display has been created in the Narthex/Welcome Center area.  Feel free to take any that you would like, and/or you'd like to give away to others.  For more information: SearsJMH@gmail.com

YOU ARE INVITED!

Crossways Bible Study is nearing the completion of Book One in a six-part series that covers the entire Bible in 2 years.  If you missed getting started with us in February, Book Two is coming in May and goes throughout the summer!  Book Two covers Joshua through 2 Chronicles, so we will focus on Israel's history as a nation, both the united and the divided kingdom.  Please let us know as soon as possible if you would like to join Crossways so we can order study materials!  JOIN US ANY TIME TO SEE WHAT A CLASS IS LIKE! Thank you, Ron and Diane Merrill

STUDY REVELATION WITH A SEMINARY PROFESSOR IN YORK, NE

July 8-10, Emmanuel, York, Decoding the Apocalypse: Study of the Book of Revelation.  The title of the last book of the Bible is translated as “Revelation,” but its original title was “Apocalypse.” This word literally means “the unveiling.” The purpose of this book of the Bible is to unveil the purposes of God in human history. For many people, however, it remains veiled — an obscure, mysterious and confusing book. A reason many people do not understand the Apocalypse is that it is written in coded language that can only be interpreted by decoding its symbolism. This study will look at the most significant coded symbols of the book and the keys to their interpretation, providing a broad sweep of the major themes and message of Revelation so participants can better understand this book of the Bible. This “unveiling” will enable you to see Christ, His church and history (past, present and future) in a whole new light. Click here to learn more and register for this workshop: https://www.csl.edu/event/prof-insights-faculty-led-workshop-professor-peter-in-york-ne/

Fellowship 

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.

Thanks and Praise: for the marriage of Colter and Bailee Tietjen; for the birth of Jonas Hudson Navickas, son of Craig and Allison (McGill) Navickas; the birth of Carsen Rose to Emily and Jake Standage and Emily’s continued recovery.

Health Concerns: Rick Winters, upcoming wrist surgery; Darlene Davidson (mother of Rochell Frazier), recovery from surgery; Laura Allerheiligen, treatment for back pain; Brad Birtell (Uncle of Hannah McLaughlin), cancer; Danelle Reed, health issues; Steve Todd (brother of Sue Schuelke), cancer; Ardith Behlen (mother of Brian), health issues; Tracy (father-in-law of Trevor Ohlmann), medical testing; Cathi Niemeyer (member of Faith Lutheran), stroke; Lyle Hall health issues; Lilo Johnson, health issues; Kim Tatem; friend of Shannon Berry), health; Pati Bohac (friend of Shannon Berry), health; Jay Berry, health; Amy, cousin of Lanel Fenster (cancer); Elise Wilshusen (health); Christiana Knorr (health); Dennis Bauer (health); Brad, Bruce Nelson’s brother (continued healing and pain relief); The Bassinger Family (health)

For the Bereaved:  Jan Sears and family at the death of her sister Cheryl Heidemann; The family of Ray Neujahr; Karli Hruska and Family at the death of her father, Dave; Gary Walker and Brian, JoNeil, and Derek, at the death of Marlene

Out of the Area Members:  August Sooknarine, Jaycee Stiles, Alaina Whitehorn

Shut-Ins:  Marge Rader (Aviva Woodlands, 9421 Gable Pines Rd., #173, Lincoln), Dennis Bauer, Dick Mohlman, Renae Johnson, Judy Steffen, Lilo Johnson, Lyle Hall

College / Early Career:  Nikolai Buss, Treyton Cockerill, Adellin Doyen, Trae Greve, Jacob Kleinbeck, Lucas Kleinbeck, Leah Rasmussen, Conrad Schroeder, Drew Sondgeroth, Cole Sorensen, Haley Williamson, Henry Angle, Meagan Dauel, Josh Giesler, Rachel Haeffner, Patrick Haen, Maggie Reed, James (JT) Berry, Taylor Cockerill, Ryan Etheridge, Sean Hummel, Toby Becker, Alex Etheridge, Adam Haeffner, Drew Hollibaugh, Garrett Jenkins, Nathan Krenke, Drew Miller, Logan Ropte, Judson Tietjen, Carson Vachal, Kemper Reed, Connor Beachler, Jaidon Bell, Dain Frazier, Piper Haen (PVT Haen Piper, Bravo Battery 1-40th FA BN 3rd PLT, 5955 Rothwell Street, Fort Sill, OK 73503), Hayden Knickerbocker, Noah Knickerbocker, Meghan Krenke, Selah Muench, Grant Schere, Audrey Sorensen, Madelyn Stone

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")

GO ENCOURAGE A MISSIONARY!

Come visit Mission Central, two miles east of Mapleton, Iowa to hear from these missionaries.  May 4, 2024, 1:00—Rev. Chris Tiews and family, Germany; May 9, 2024, 5:00—Ascension Service, speaker Rev. Chris Tiews, Germany (meal at 5, worship at 6:30); May 21, 2024, 1:00—Rev. Kip and Ivy Hoech, Asia; June 1, 2024, 1:00—Rev. Adam and Christine Lehman, Puerto Rico; 1:30—Rev. Andrew Fedder and family, Romania; July 2, 2024, 1:00—Matt and DeeDee Wasmund, South Korea; July 6, 2024, 1:00—Rev. Quintin Cundiff, Latvia; July 9, 2024, 1:00—Rev. David Preus and Family, Eurasia; August 3, 2024, 1:00—Barb Rebentisch, Taiwan; 1:30—Rev. Tom Park, Taiwan; August 17, 2024, 1:00—Rev. Charles St. Onge, Montreal

REGIONAL (“Judea")

TORNADO RELIEF

We are thankful that no LCMS congregations or school buildings were damaged in the storms on Friday, April 26, 2024. However, the surrounding communities and the homes and businesses of many members and school families in our district have been affected.  Rev. Ross Johnson, Director of LCMS Disaster Response, and the LCMS Ready Response Assessment Team have joined Mick Onnen, Nebraska District Disaster Response Coordinator (DDRC), to determine the extent of the damage and assess sites for volunteer assistance. Lutheran Church Charities Disaster Response is providing chainsaw and debris removal assistance with heavy equipment in communities around Omaha. LERT (Lutheran Early Response) teams have been deployed to the Omaha area, based at Divine Shepherd. They will do work throughout the week and assess what further work might be needed.  Donations for disaster relief may be given through the Nebraska District. On our online giving portal here, please choose the “Restricted Gifts” option, then write “Care Fund – Disaster Relief” in the designation area.  To give by check, please make your check out to “Nebraska District LCMS” and note “Care Fund – Disaster Relief” in the memo area. You can mail it to us at:  Nebraska District LCMS, PO Box 407, Seward, NE 68434

U.S. (“Samaria”)

BLESSINGS AT YSLETA LUTHERAN MISSION (EL PASO/JUAREZ)

613 Food Baskets helped feed 1,597 individuals; 208 men and 469 women at the Detention Center received God's Word; 31 Servant Event participants dedicated 1,240 hours to build houses for young families; 3 Houses Built; 4-day VBS in KM30 had 60 kids attending; 12 Baptisms and 2 Confirmations celebrated at Santisima Trinidad; OGT delivery of medical supplies, clothing, baby diapers, and other resources received 3rd week of March 28 volunteers gave 796 hours

WORLD (“Ends of the earth")

ENGAGEMENT AND RELATIONSHIPS—THE GRULKES IN BOTSWANA

Now that the Shekgalagari New Testament has been launched, we are turning our attention to helping Shekgalagari speakers all around the country engage with the scriptures in their own language. We are also building up our relationships with other language groups, so they are informed on their language's translation and engagement process.  Although a small number of Shekgalagari New Testaments arrived by air for the launch, we are still awaiting the larger shipment, which is coming by sea. Right now, the books are stuck in the harbor in Durban, South Africa. Pray that we will receive them soon!  As our kids get older, our family dynamics continue to change. MJ is attending high school in Colorado. She loves it, but is missing home in Botswana. Kelsey was able to surprise her with a visit for her birthday and spring break. We are so proud of all of our kids and the lives they are building!  We will be in America this summer! Please contact us if your church, small group, Sunday School, or family would like to hear more about our ministry, Botswana, or our lives. We'd love to share more about what God is doing in Botswana through Bible translation.  Prayer Requests:  
For a swift delivery of the rest of the Shekgalagari New Testaments
For the launch tour, which will distribute New Testaments to further away villages
For the Wayeyi community, as they celebrate their language and culture
For our travel within Botswana and to the US this summer
For God's guidance on the next steps for our Botswana projects
That God would continue to provide for our ministry through partners like you.
Our ministry happens because of your gifts. 100% of the dollars you donate go towards our work here and we give thanks for your prayers and financial support.

Service

SIGN THE PETITION TO KEEP WOMEN AND CHILDREN SAFE

A few weeks ago, we notified you about a new pro-life ballot initiative filed by pro-life medical professionals to compete with the ballot initiative being circulated by the abortion industry to enshrine a right to abortion in our state constitution, legalizing abortion until birth.  The new pro-life initiative, “Protect Women & Children,” would create a basic minimum protection in the Nebraska Constitution for preborn children in the second trimester—mirroring current state statute—and allow for additional stronger pro-life laws to be passed going forward.  In every election since the overturn of Roe v. Wade, abortion has won at the ballot. The fight has come to Nebraska, and we need a new approach to turn the tide. If the pro-life ballot initiative is passed, Nebraska would be the first state in the nation to provide constitutional protection to preborn children in a state constitution.  WE NEED YOU.  Nebraska Family Alliance believes every human life should be cherished and protected, and we support the pro-life ballot initiative. The Protect Women & Children campaign needs your help to get it on the November ballot.  Abortion advocates have been circulating their pro-abortion initiative since October, and the deadline to submit signatures is rapidly approaching. We have just two months to gather 120,000 signatures from across the state.  Nebraska is a pro-life state, and we can meet the requirements, but we need your help. If every volunteer collects just 60 signatures from their friends, family, neighbors, and church community, we will achieve our goal before July 3rd.  CALL TO ACTION:  Becoming a petition circulator is easy. Attend a virtual online 30-minute training session to review the guidelines, ask questions, and check-out materials. Sign up to attend one of the following trainings:  Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 7 PM (CT), and Thursday, May 8, 2024, at Noon (CT). Sign up here:  https://nebraskafamilyalliance.org/protectwomenandchildren/?sm_guid=NzM2NjgwfDY0MjIzMzYwfC0xfHBhc3RvckBwZWFjZXdhdmVybHkub3JnfDY5NDUyMjh8fDB8MHwyMTExNjcwNzd8MTA3MHwwfDB8fDczMDQ5Nnww0#signup.  Things will move quickly in the next couple of weeks. Our office is open every weekday from 9 AM to 5 PM to serve as a resource hub, collect signatures, answer questions, and provide copies of materials. We have a notary available on staff to notarize and collect petitions you bring in.  Our staff has invested a tremendous amount of time to create educational resources about the two ballot initiatives and what they mean for Nebraska. Visit our Protect Women & Children resource page to read what the initiatives say, access a prayer guide, and download comparison fact sheets. All of our resources are 501(c)(3) church-friendly.  Nebraska Family Alliance 

PAPER SHREDDING SUPPORTS LINCOLN LUTHERAN

All are invited to join a Paper Shredding event, hosted by the Thrivent Member Network–Nebraska Region. For each vehicle that participates in this shred event, Thrivent will make a $10 donation to the Lincoln Lutheran Community Outreach Team. (Maximum of $750 will be donated.).  Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., at Lincoln Lutheran High School (1100 N 56th St, Lincoln, NE) Drive-through shredding will be located in the school parking lot.  FOUR bankers boxes allowed per vehicle. No tissue, newspaper, cardboard, or plastic allowed. Staples, paper clips, rubber bands, and folders are all acceptable. Hosted by the Thrivent Member Network - Nebraska Region. If you have questions, please call 402-249-1104. Your sensitive documents will be properly shredded on-site by Paper Tiger Shredding.

Stewardship

RECEPTIONIST/GREETER, PAID POSITION

Are you interested in a part-time (about 15 to 20 hours per week) job, working early mornings?  Peaceful Beginnings is looking to hire a friendly, outgoing receptionist/greeter to open the Center and welcome parents and children from 6:15am to 9:15am, Monday through Friday.  If you're interested, contact director.pbecc@peacewaverly.org, or 402.786.2345.  

OUR RESPONSE TO GOD’S LOVE LAST WEEK                                                                           

Sunday, April 28, 2024. On-site Worshipers: 8:00am: 80; 10:30am: 93.

Tithes and Offerings Given: $5,009.52. Needed Weekly on Average to Meet Budget: $6,420.42. Average Offering Needed per Family per Week: $38.93

YTD Income and Expense vs Budget (Updated 3/31/24)

Church Income YTD - Actual: $104,056 Budget: $117,041

Church Expense YTD - Actual: $77,610 Budget: $101,083

PBECC Income YTD - Actual: $188,601 Budget: $201,918

PBECC Expense YTD - Actual: $199,783 Budget: $214,951