Faith Lutheran High School to Host Writers Round Up Feb. 25
Faith Lutheran High School will host the Texas Lutheran Writers Round Up on Friday, Feb. 25 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Featured authors in attendance will be Sarah Baughman, Christina Hergenrader, Susan Maluschka, Ruth Meyer, and Bryan Wolfmueller. Special guest vendor will be Jeremy Clifton. Activities include live broadcasts, author meet and greet time, author presentations including question and answer time and afternoon workshops with the authors. All of the authors will have their books available for purchase. For more information contact FLHS at (979) 242-2889.
Places at District UIL
Adella Lehmann, daughter of Justin and Brenda Lehmann of College Station and granddaughter of David and Linda Lehmann of Warda recently placed 5th in the District UIL Creative Writing competition. Adella, a second grader, was the only one in her school that earned this honor.
Super Bowl Snack/Bake Sale
The Ladies Aid group at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Warda will have their annual Super Bowl Snack/Bake Sale this Sunday, Feb. 13. Stop by before or after church, in the new Narthex, and get some yummy goodies to enjoy while you watch the game. All proceeds go to their convention fund.
Warda Bunch Luncheon
The Warda Bunch (supporters of the Lee County Junior Livestock Show exhibitors) will have their organizational/appreciation luncheon at the picnic grounds on Sunday, Feb. 13. If you are interested in joining this group, please attend the meeting or call (979) 542-8372, if you have any questions or need further information.
Rabbs Creek Wildlife Association
Rabbs Creek Wildlife Association is scheduled to meet on Sunday, Feb. 20 at the picnic grounds, more details coming soon.
South Lee Co. VFD
The South Lee County Volunteer Fire Department will serve BBQ chicken on Sunday, Feb. 27. Pick up from 10 a.m.-noon at the Serbin picnic grounds. Chickens are $10 each, sauce is $2 and 16 oz. cups of potato salad, pinto beans and noodles are $3 each. Orders can be placed with the Holy Cross church office at (979) 242-3333 or the Serbin church office at (979) 366-9650 by Monday, Feb. 21.
Women’s Renewal Retreat
Camp Lone Star Women’s Renewal Retreat is Feb. 25-27. Invite your friends for this retreat, as it is a time set aside to reflect on Christ and His word, be in fellowship with other sisters in Christ, and spend time in His creation. For more information or to register visit www.camplonestar.org.
Bobcats in Area
Several people have recently sent me photo images they are capturing on their game cameras of large bobcats in the area.
Chili Super and Live Auction
St. Paul Serbin School will be having their PTLS Chili Super and Live Auction on Sunday March 6 at the Serbin Picnic Grounds. There will be a silent auction from 4-5:30 p.m., live auction at 5:30 p.m. and Chili/Hot Dog Super from 5-7 p.m. Chili is $7, two hot dogs are $5. All school and ECC children are selling tickets or you can purchase tickets by calling the school office at (979) 366-2218. New this year is the 1st Annual Chili Cookoff. Proceeds benefit the Sports Program and other projects in the school and ECC. If you would like to make a donation to the meat and condiments, please contact the school office.
Hamburger Fundraiser
Trail Life Troop 143 will hold their annual drive-thru hamburger fundraiser on Monday March 7 at the K.C. Hall in Giddings. Tickets are $10 each and include a hamburger with all the fixings, chips, drink and home-made dessert. Tickets can be purchased from Benjamin Kueck, Dylan, Hank or Weston Beck, Eric Schulze or from Christine in the church office. Proceeds go to the boys accounts to help them pay for camps, camping equipment, uniforms etc. Pre-sale only; purchase tickets by Feb. 28.
Sewing and Quilting Group
The sewing and quilting group at Holy Cross meets each Thursday, Jan. 6 from 9 a.m. until noon, in the old parish hall. Everyone is welcome to join them for a morning of sewing, cutting, laughter, fellowship and of course yummy goodies. You do not need to be a member of Holy Cross to join this fun group.
The ladies still collect all cancelled postage stamps, these are trimmed from their envelopes and sold to collectors. These can be dropped off at the church office, or in the designated box in the hallway.
Bible Study Group
The Bible Study Group at Holy Cross is currently doing a study on Sermon on the Mount. They meet each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. If you would like to join the group, please contact Cyndy Zoch at cyndy.zoch@ gmail.com or (979) 966-3166 so she can order a study guide for you. The cost of the study guide will be $15-18.
Holy Cross Services
Services at Holy Cross Lutheran are Sunday at 9 a.m. Bible Class and Sunday school follows the morning service.
Sermon links/streaming videos and additional information is on the website at: www.holycrosswarda.com
Faith Lutheran High School
The boys basketball team is scheduled to play Feb. 15 at 4 p.m. in Fayetteville.
Track practice will begin soon.
Faith Lutheran High School is waiving the registration fees for 2022-23 school year for any student that registers by March 11. Register early to take advantage of this savings. Call (979) 242-2889 or visit www.flhstx. org to receive registration materials.
Everyone is invited to join FLHS each Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. for Chapel.
FLHS Spring Raffle
The Faith Lutheran High School Spring Raffle is just around the corner. Tickets will be available soon. Please contact any FLHS delegate, student or staff or call (979) 242-2889 to get your tickets. There are only a limited number of tickets available.
Prayer Requests
Gerald Sledge, Carol Jurk, Al Jurk, Layne Schramm, Sandra Behrens, Robert Vanek, Michael Williams, Carol Phillips, Wesley Cervenda.
Special prayers for those in the nursing home: Carol Jurk, William Jurk, Evelyn Kasper, Helen Kaiser, Gerald Sledge, Jimmy Zoch.
Special prayers for those in assisted living centers: Nancy M. Pietsch.
Special prayers for those shut-in at home: Jim and Betty Duke, Shirley Going, Larry Kasper, Curtis and Alvina Moerbe, Mary Ann Pietsch.
Birthdays
Birthday wishes are extended to the following celebrants: Raina Lange-Feb. 12, Kevin Lange, Nelda Winkler-15, Stephanie Shreiner-17.
Special Birthday wishes to Betty Duke who celebrates turning 86 on Feb. 12.
Special Birthday wishes to Lawrince Heinrich who celebrates turning 86 on Feb. 17.
Have news to share?
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