Lehmann Reunites With Pen Pal
Linda Lehmann of Warda and her pen pal, of over 20 years, Joan Powell of Hecker, Illinois recently got a chance to visit. Joan was in town on Monday July 13 and the two enjoyed lunch as well as sight-seeing around Fayette County. This was only the third time the two had seen each other in all the years they have been pen pals.
Camp Lone Star Picnic
Camp Lone Star will be having their annual picnic on Sunday July 25 at Camp Lone Star in La Grange. The day includes music starting at 10:30 a.m., and outdoor worship service at 11 a.m. led by Pastor Ryan Neuhaus, a barbecue meal at noon and the benefit auctions from 1-3 p.m. The swimming pool will also be open for those wanting to enjoy the cool water. Each year Camp Lone Star serves over 11,000 individuals through retreats, outdoor education and of course their summer camp ministry. This annual event is a great opportunity to show support for the camp and help it to continue the ministry into the future.
Lehmann/Woyte Reunion
The Lehmann/Woyte Reunion will be held on Sunday Aug. 1 at the Holy Cross picnic grounds from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Drinks and paper goods will be supplied. Families are asked to bring a dish to share for the potluck meal.
Benefit for Conway Whited
A benefit for Conway Whited, infant son of Justin and Amanda Whited, will be held Sunday, Aug. 22 at the Holy Cross picnic grounds. A drive thru meal will be served from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. consisting of pork steak, green beans, corn, homemade noodles and bread. Tickets are $12 each. Baked goods will be available for a free-will donation. Raffle tickets are also being sold for $20 each. The drawing will be held at 2 p.m. on the same day. Winners do not have to be present to win and it will be streamed via Facebook live. Meal and raffle tickets are available at the church office at (979) 242-3333 or by contacting Justin at (979) 966-2443 or Amanda at (979) 966-8339.
Holy Cross Church Picnic
Holy Cross will be having their church picnic this year. Mark your calendars for Labor Day weekend Sunday Sept. 5. There will be lots of great BBQ, the ladies will have side dishes available and as always lots of great baked goods. An afternoon of music and a live auction are planned. If you have some great auction items you would like to donate contact Brian Varner at (979) 966-3761 or Chris Kovar at (318) 458-8558.
Holy Cross 150th Anniversary
The 150th Anniversary Committee at Holy Cross Lutheran is looking for people who would be willing to be interviewed about the history of Holy Cross and the Warda community for the 150th Anniversary book/video. Interviews are flexible and will be scheduled at a location, time and date that is convenient for you. If you would be willing to spend a little time answering some questions and sharing what you know about the history of Holy Cross over the past 150 years, please email Sherrie Halpain at sherriehalpain@yahoo.com. You can also contact the church office at (979) 242-3333.
Bible Study Group
The Bible study group at Holy Cross is doing a study on “The Chosen” on Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m. This is the official companion study to season 1 of “The Chosen,” the groundbreaking television series about the life of Jesus. Please contact either Cyndy Zoch or Sherrie Halpain if you would like to participate so they will be sure and order enough study guides. Cyndy can be reached at (979) 966-3166 or cyndy. zoch@gmail.com. Sherrie can be reached at sherriehalpain@ yahoo.com
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
Registration is under way for the 2021-2022 school year at FLHS. If you are looking for a Christ-centered education, a rigorous college prep curriculum and small class size, contact the school at (979) 242-2889 and schedule a visit. There is a scholarship program available.
FLHS New Year
Faith Lutheran High School will begin the new school year on Aug. 18. They are excited to welcome in-coming freshman students and are looking forward to a wonderful school year. The opening service for the 2021-22 school year will be held on Sunday, Aug. 22 at 3 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church. More information on this will be coming soon.
Annual Student Retreat
The annual student retreat to Camp Lone Star is scheduled for Thursday and Friday, Aug. 26-27. This annual student retreat is a wonderful opportunity for the students to participate in challenge courses, learn about personality differences, approach conflict from a Biblical perspective, grow together as a family and have loads of fun.
There are also many opportunities to serve at Faith throughout the summer. Please contact Nikki Kueck if you are interested.
Sewing Circle
The sewing circle meets each Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon in the old fellowship hall. Everyone is welcome to join this group. You do not have to be a member of Holy Cross to join them.
Prayer Requests
Nancy I. Pietsch, Robert Lehmann, Kyle Williams, Judy Symank.
Special prayers for those in the nursing home: Ruby Bohot, Evelyn Kasper, Helen Kaiser, Jimmy Zoch.
Special prayers for those in assisted living centers: Nancy M. Pietsch.
Special prayers for those serving in the military: Ingrid Devin-Kayne, Clayton Knight-Navy, Kirk Peschke, Coy Hunt-Army, Ty Bounds-Marines.
Birthdays
Birthday wishes are extended to the following celebrants: Rylee Van Hale-July 26, Kory Moerbe-28, Lenny Lehmann-30, Liam Heselmeyer, Shirley Varner-31.
Have news to share?
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