Bulletin of April 2, 2006




LOLA PARK EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH
14750 Kinloch - Redford, Michigan 48239
Office: (313-532-8655)
http://www.oocities.org/lolaparkchurch
llutheranchurch@twmi.rr.com
Rev. Gregory Gibbons, Pastor
Radio Station WLQV -1500 AM Sundays at 10:30 a.m.


April 2, 2006
LENT 5

VISITORS WELCOME We are happy the Holy Spirit led you to our door this morning that you might worship the true God with us in spirit and in truth and we pray that you receive a lasting blessing from your worship with us. May you also be led to return often.


PRAYER BEFORE WORSHIP As I meditate on your Word, O Lord, Fill me with the whole measure of your fullness. Help me Understand the truth your Spirit has revealed. May your Word be in my heart and on my lips. Amen.

THE SERVICE OF WORD AND SACRAMENT ~ ~ ~ Page 26

HYMNS
# 399 To God Be The Glory
# 110 v.v. 1-4 My Song Is Love Unknown
# 110 v.v. 5-7 My Song is Love Unknown
# 311 Soul, Adron Yourself with Gladness
# 597 Lift High The Cross
# 317 v.1 O Lord, We Praise You

THE PSALM: Psalm 143, p. 118
THE FIRST LESSON: Jeremiah 31:31-34
THE EPISTLE: Hebrews 5:7-9
THE GOSPEL: John 12:20-32

THE SERMON TEXT: John 12:20-32
THE SERMON THEME: SEE THE GLORY OF CHRIST IN THE CROSS

WEEKLY FIGURES
Projected Need Last Sunday.....$3,400
Offering Last Sunday...........$3,050
DEFICIT Last Sunday..............$350
Projected Need Wednesday.........$900
Offering Wednesday...............$758
Defecit Wednesday................$124
Projected Need Year-to-Date...$50,400
Offering Year-to-Date.........$44,220
DEFICIT Year-to-Date...........$6,180

Attendance Last Sunday: 146
Attendance Wednesday: 42


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PRAY FOR
We ask all of you to join in prayer to our Heavenly Father that He would swiftly bring a return to health and strength in keeping with His divine wisdom:
At Home: Elaine Hayes, Charley Samhat, Mildred Baugh, Donald Blake, and Ervin Utkan.

IN MEMORIAM
Gifts have been made to the Wisconsin Lutheran Radio Hour to the glory of God and in loving memory of
WILFORD BUTZKY
by Mr. & Mrs. Charles Murphy, Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Kapler, Mr. & Mrs. Roger Buchanan, and Mr. & Mrs. William Hayes.
A gift as also been made to Lola Park Lutheran Church to the glory of God and in loving memory of
ROBERT MC INNIS
by June Wolfe.
MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICES
This week we will have the sixth of our midweek Lenten services focusing on the Seven Words from the Cross. Our Sermon theme this week is "A Word of Need." There will be fellowship after the service with treats provided by the our deacons and ushers. Let's have a nice turnout.

PALM SUNDAY TEA
We will hold our Palm Sunday Tea to welcome new members next Sunday at 11:00 a.m. A sign-up sheet is located at both entrances. Please plan to attend.

EASTER LILIES
We have ordered 21 Easter lilies for our altar this year. If you would like to reserve some please sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex. You may use the envelopes provided. The plants are $8.00 each.
LENT/EASTER CONCERT
On Friday, April 7, at 7:00 p.m., the choirs of Huron Valley Lutheran High School along with the school choirs of St. Paul, Livonia; Peach, Livonia; and St. John, Westland, will present a sacred concert at St. Paul Lutheran church, 17810 Farmington Road, Livonia. There will be both indeividual choir and mass coir selections. come and hear the good news of our Savior's life, death, and resurrection.
EASTER BREAKFAST
Come and join us for our Easter Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. Easter morning. We will be serving delicious hot dishes and meats as well as coffeecake, donuts and beverages. There are sign-up sheets on the bulletin boards for those who would like to contribute food or help with the breakfast.
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

April 9 Palm Sunday Worship With Communion 9:30 A.M.
Palm Sunday Tea 11:00 A.M.
April 13 Maundy Thursday Worship With Communion 7:30 P.M.
April 14 Good Friday Worship 1:00 P.M.
Good Friday Tenebrae (Darkness) 7:30 P.M.
April 16 Easter Festival Worship With Communion 9:30 A.M.
Easter Breakfast 8:00 A.M.

HVL SPRING RUMMAGE SALE
Donations of clean, usable clothing and household items will again be greatly appreciated for our sale. It will be located in the multi-purpose room at HVL. Drop-offs may be made April 3 & 4, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and April 5, 8 a.m.-noon. The sale will be held April 6 & 7, 9 a.m. and April 8, 9 a.m.-noon. Please, no upholstered furniture, large appliances or computer equipment. Thank you. Call JoAnn Ruth (734) 420-0237 for information.

HAWK TALK
Did you know that Huron Valley Lutheran High School has been blessed to have Pastor Matthew Schaewe as a teacher since 2000? Pastor Schaewe, a member of Peace in Livonia, teaches Religion 10, 11, and 12; Latin 1, 2, and 3 and also serves as the Campus Pastor and Baseball Coach. We thank the Lord for his dedicated service to God's holy people in Christ, training future generations. Visit www.hvlhs.org for more information and a photo.

MLS MUSICAL
Last day for Oklahoma! at MLS. The curtain will rise at 2:30 p.m. today for the final performance of the musical Oklahoma! at Michigan Lutheran Seminary. The doors will open at 1:45 p.m. If you were unable to attend on Friday or Saturday evening, we encourage you to go today to see this entertaining production. You won't be disappointed. Lola Park students in the performance are Philip Gardner and Matthew Gibbons.

PREGNANCY COUNSELING CENTER
Volunteer workers are needed at both the Livonia and Madison Heights Pregnancy Counseling Centers. They are in need of counselors, receptionists, and particularly, hotliners. Each volunteer is trained until she feels comfortable with the position. Hotliners can work from their own homes. All offer you the opportunity to become God's witness. What JOY is ours to share God's love and forgiveness through Jesus Christ our Lord! Please contact Ann Warner at (734) 522-7927.

THRIVENT WOMEN'S CAREER FORUM
Thrivent Financial is hosting a "Women's Career Opportunity Forum" Tuesday, April 25, at the regional office, 39500 High Pointe Blvd., Novi. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a wine and cheese reception followed by a presentation from women in the career and the Managing Partner.
At Thrivent you can do more than make a living. You can help Lutherans achieve their goals. You'll have a flexible schedule and the opportunity to drive your own success. Enjoy excelent earnings potential, an attractive benefits package and the chance to build a career helping others. Please call Carol Niemi at (800) 225-8558 or carol.niemi@thrivent.com if you are interested in attending or for information.

USHERS THIS WEEK
M. Gibbons, M. Thompson, M. O'Neil, DE: T. Brisbey.

WEDNESDAY
M. Gibbons, M. Thompson, M. O'Neil, DE: T. Brisbey.

NEXT WEEK
A. Underwood, W. Nielson, M. Schoenberg, DE: G. Schoenberg.

TELLERS THIS WEEK
W. Hayes and M. Gibbons.

WEDNESDAY
T. Brisbey and T. Brisbey, Jr.

COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
April 2: M. Nielson
April 9: R. Kapler
April 13: D. Blievernicht

The April Issue of Portals of Prayer is available on the table in the Narthex


Bulletin cover artwork copyright 2005, 2006 by Northwestern Publishing House, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Used with permission. All rights reserved.