Faith Lutheran High Octoberfest Slated Oct. 26

Faith Lutheran High School will have their annual Octoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 26. The “Battle of the Vines” and “Battle of the Brew” are back. Plan your brews now! There will be a traditional German meal of brats, kraut, green beans, noodles, bread and coffee cake served from 10:30 a.m.-noon, pick up for the meal is drive through only. Tickets are $15 each and are available from the church office or from any student or staff members at FLHS or call (979) 242-2889.

Registration for cornhole and 42 domino tournament begins are 1:30 p.m. ($5 per person.) The brews and vine judging begins at 3 p.m.

Visit the FLHS Facebook page for more information regarding the contest. Sampling of the vines/brews, to vote for the people’s choice award begins at 4 p.m.

Kids games and activities, including a bounce house, temporary tattoos, photo backdrop and hayrides will begin at 4 p.m. Costume contest will be judged at 5 p.m. and the live auction beings at 5:30 p.m.

There will be a concession stand all afternoon and evening where item like chopped bbq on bun, loaded pulled pork nachos, hot dogs, warm pretzels with beer cheese as well as other snack and desserts can be purchased.

South Lee Co. VFD 

South Lee County VFD The South Lee Country Volunteer Fire Department will have BBQ chicken to-go only on Sunday, Oct. 27 at the Serbin picnic grounds from 10 a.m.-noon. The cost is $12 per chicken, sauce is $3 and sides of noodles, pinto beans and potato salad are $3 each. To order please contact the church office at (979) 3669650 by Monday, Oct. 21.

Neighbors Night Out 

Neighbors Night Out will be held on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 4 p.m. at the Holy Cross picnic grounds. Everyone in the area is invited to join this fun evening of community and good food. Speakers will include Paul Biles from Tejas Camp and Retreat Center, a representative from Marsch Dog Kennels, Nikki Kueck from FLHS and more. BBQ sandwiches, hot dogs and Blue Bell ice cream will be served. There is no charge to attend this event, RSVP’s are appreciated, call the church office at (979) 242-3333 or email to holycrosswarda@gmail.com.

Wednesday Night Bible Study 

The Wednesday Night Bible Study at Holy Cross in Warda continues their weekly study at 6:30 p.m. in the family room. This is a study on 1st and 2nd Kings. There is no cost to attend and everyone is welcome. If you are interested in participating, please contact Cyndy Zoch to receive a study guide. Her contact email is: cyndy.zoch@gmail.com.

Game Day at Holy Cross The next Game Day at Holy Cross will be held Thursday, Oct, 17 from noon-2 p.m. A light lunch is served, there is no cost to attend and everyone is welcome. Games of bingo and dominoes are offered.

Sewing Circle 

The Sewing Circle meets every Thursday in the old parish hall at the Holy Cross Church from 9 a.m.-noon. They average making 80-100 quilts a year and no experience is necessary to join this fun group. Everyone is welcome. Holy Cross Services Services at Holy Cross Lutheran are Sunday at 9 a.m. Bible Class and Sunday school follows the morning service.

The midweek morning Bible Study at Holy Cross in Warda is Wednesday at 11:30 a.m.

TheYouth Group will meet Sunday October 13 at 11:15 a.m. in the fellowship hall. All youth 5th grade through high school are invited to join.

Sermon links/streaming videos and additional information is on the website at: www.holycrosswarda.com.

Faith Lutheran High School If you are interested in receiving enrollment information, please contact the school at (979) 242-2889 or visit their website at: www.flhstx.org.

Volleyball season is underway, follow the schedule on the schools website and come cheer on the Falcons. You can also like their Facebook page to see more exciting things happening at the school.

Everyone is invited to join the weekly Chapel Worship Service each Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Prayer Request 

Frances Gray, Carolyn Jurk, Dana Herzog Srubar, Amy Klepac.

Special prayers for those fighting cancer: Frances Gray, Darrell Schubert, Karen Schubert, Dee Tegtmeier, John Kaiser, Diane Tribble, Taylor Korenek, Susan Dube, Lacey Quadrelli, Carol Phillips, Michael Williams, Mark Vogelpohl, Anthony Ontiveros, Clayton Wolf, Robbie Lange, Cami Butler, Dana Srubar, Amy Klepac.

Anniversary Wishes 

Anniversary wishes to the following couples: Larry and Jennifer Teinert-October 7.

Special anniversary wishes to Willie and Judy Wagner who celebrate 53 years of marriage on Oct. 9.

Birthday Wishes 

Birthday wishes are extended to the following celebrants: Courtney Wagner-Oct. 4, Jeanette Schramm, Gary Wagner, LeeRoy Hobratschk- 5, Jimmy Zoch-7, Madalyn Hopson-8.

Special Birthday wishes to Shirley Going who turns 84 on Oct. 7.

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