Lutheran Early Response Team Informational Meeting Sunday

Everyone is invited to attend an informational meeting/ luncheon on Sunday, Oct. 8 at Holy Cross in Warda on LERT (Lutheran Early Response Team.) This is to learn more about the possibility of forming a network of volunteers trained to respond in times of disaster. Speaker Rev. Michael Meyer, LCMS Managing Director for Congregations and Districts, will present the program. Lunch will be served at noon, followed at 12:30 p.m. by the informational meeting on how you can join in this loving act of service. Make plans to attend and learn about this program, RSVP is appreciated to holycrosswarda@ gmail.com or call (979) 242-3333.

FLHS Oktoberfest

Faith Lutheran High School’s Annual Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday, Oct. 28, New this year will be the Battle of the Vines, in addition to the Battle of the Brew-both are home brew competitions. Submissions need to be made by 10 a.m.

You can check out the FLHS Facebook page or contact the school for more information regarding the contest. Returning will be the traditional German meal of brats, noodles, green beans, potato salad, kraut, bread and coffee cake. Meal tickets are now available for $15 each and are pre-sale only. The meal will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holy Cross picnic grounds.

A concession stand will be open all day with hot dogs, warm pretzels, cheese and nuts. Silent auction items will be available for bidding until 1:15 p.m. Children’s games and activities will begin at noon and include bounce house, temporary tattoos, photo backdrop, pumpkin painting, hayride and more. Domino 42 and cornhole tournaments will begin at 1:30 p.m.

Contact the church office or call (979) 242-2889 for tickets.

Trunk Puzzle Swap

If you like to do jigsaw puzzles, you may want to attend the new Trunk Puzzle Swap that will be held on Sunday afternoon Oct. 8 at 4 p.m. in the church parking lot at Holy Cross 600 FM 1482 Warda. This event is organized under the Free Jigsaw Puzzle Swap Central Texas Group and hosted by the Outreach Group of Holy Cross. If you’ve never been to a puzzle swap, it’s very simple. Bring your puzzles with boxes taped shut or pieces sealed in zip lock bags, complete puzzles are preferred, if any pieces are missing, please clearly note this on the front of the box. Arrive approximately 15 minutes early, lay your puzzles out in your trunk, on the ground or in the back of your hatchback. You can walk around and look at other puzzles but no swapping till the start time. At 4 p.m. the host will announce the start and you simply walk around and take puzzles that you like. It’s a great way to share puzzles with other puzzlers.

Serve Day at Tejas Camp

Tejas Camp and Retreat Center is hosting a Serve Day on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. You are invited to come out and join them for a day of serving, giving back and helping to set the stage for Jesus to transform lives. All skill sets and ages are welcome. Projects are flexible to fit each skill and age and could include landscaping, painting, construction, cleanup, office work etc. this fun day includes lunch, supper and some late afternoon recreation. For more information or to sign up visit mytejas.org/serveday.

Bluff Creek Blowout

Bluff Creek Ranch in Warda will hold The Bluff Creek Blowout on Oct. 14-15. This is a 24-hour Terra Firma racing event that can be done solo or on a team of up to 10 people. More information on this race, other mountain bike races or trail riding can be found at www.bcrwarda.com Holy Cross Game Day The Game Day at Holy Cross Lutheran Church is returning. The first game day will be held Thursday, Oct. 19 from 2-4 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This will be a fun afternoon of games (cards, board games, dominoes, puzzles, etc.), it is a great opportunity to get out and get to know people. There will be refreshments served. Plans are to host this fun day once a month. If you have a favorite game, you are encouraged to bring it. Help spread the word; everyone is invited. For questions contact Lisa at (979) 218-6000.

Neighbors Night Out

Neighbors Night Out in Warda will be held on Sunday, Oct. 22 beginning at 4 p.m. at the picnic grounds. Everyone in the Warda area is invited to attend. Planned speakers include TXDOT, information on local oil drilling and activity and Q & A on the state of St. Marks Hospital. BBQ on bun, as well as hot dogs for the kids and Blue Bell Ice Cream will be provided. More information coming soon. RSVP’s are appreciated: (979) 242-3333 or holycrosswarda@gmail.com.

Holy Cross Services

Services at Holy Cross Lutheran are Sunday at 9 a.m. Bible Class and Sunday school follows the morning service.

Sunday Oct. 8 is Mission Sunday and our guest Preacher will be Rev. Michael Meyer, LCMS Managing Director for Congregations and Districts.

Reformation Sunday will be observed at the Oct. 9 worship service.

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

Faith Lutheran High School Everyone is invited to join the weekly Chapel Worship Services Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

If you have ever thought Faith Lutheran High School sounds great, but our family cannot afford it, please call (979) 242-2889 and inquire about their Tuition Scholarship Program. Every family who applies through TADS will receive some assistance.

Prayer Requests

Betsy Guettler, Bob Peters, Carolyn Jurk, Louis Jakiel, Linda Lehamnn, Cindy Wooley, Wilma Kasier.

Special prayers for those fighting cancer: Darrell Schubert, Karen Schubert, Dee Tegtmeier, John Kaiser, Carolyn Major, Wesley Cervenka, Diane Tribble, Taylor Korenek, Susan Dube, Lacey Quadrelli, Carol Phillips, Michael Williams, Jo Ann Fehrle, Theresa Krause, Mark Vogelpohl.

Prayers of thanks for cooler temperatures and prayers for more rain.

Wednesday Night Bible Study

The Wednesday Night Bible Study Group is doing a study on the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel at 6:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend and everyone is welcome. Contact Cyndy Zoch at cyndy.zoch@gmail.com to sign up and receive the materials for this study.

Anniversaries

Anniversary Wishes are extended to the following couples: Larry and Jennifer Teinert- Oct. 7, Tucker and Leann Briscoe-12.

Special Anniversary wishes to Willie and Judy Wagner who celebrate 52 years of marriage on Oct. 9.

Birthdays

Birthday wishes are extended to the following celebrants: Jimmy Zoch-Oct. 7, Madalyn Hopson-8.

Special Birthday wishes to Shirley Going who celebrates turning 82 on October 7.

Have News?

If you have news items to share with readers of the Warda news including visits from your friends and family, contact Lisa Gay at (979) 2186000 or Wardanews78960@gmail.com.