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Holy Week Holy week is approaching quickly. Our services for the week are designed to work together to lead to a greater understanding of the events surrounding Jesus death and resurrection. Please come and celebrate all of them with us.

Palm Sunday Divine Service: March 28th 10:00 AM (With the people of Jerusalem we welcome Christ as King. But, unlike the crowds of Jesus' day we know that He came as the Lamb of God to give Himself for our sins.)

Maundy Thursday Seder Meal: April 1 6:00 PM (This event is intentionally joyous rather than somber both to provide a contrast with the solemnity of Good Friday and also in order to experience the Passover as much as it was in Jesus' day as we reasonable can. This is a tremendous learning experience that adds a great deal of depth to the participants' understanding of Christ's Last Supper.)

Good Friday Tenebrae: April 2 7:00 PM (This service of shadows is perhaps the most solemn of the entire year. As we hear the last words of Christ and the church is darkened, we are reminded once again of the weight of our sin and the love of our Savior who gave Himself for our forgiveness)

Resurrection Divine Service: April 3 6:00 PM, April 4 7:00 Am & 10:00 AM (We celebrate the solemn joy of the resurrection of Christ as we anticipate our own resurrection in fulfillment of His promises)


Musicians Needed: Holy Week is a wonderful time of the year and the talent in our congregation adds to the enjoyment. If you would like to do a solo during the Palm Sunday service, the Maundy thursday Seder Meal or one of the Easter services please let Pastor know. We would really appreciate your participation.


PARTICIPANTS' PASSION PLAY: This May we will welcome the community to join us for an interactive passion play, a presentation of the events leading up to the cross during the last week before Christ's death and a celebration of the Resurrection. This particular Passion play will be unusual, as the audience will take an active part, playing the role of the crowds from Palm Sunday through the crucifixion. This play is made possible through a donation from Merilyn Walters for costumes and sets. Natalie and Mike Saunders are helping with production. The play is being written by Pastor Andersen and Marshall Bohlmann. Seth Lewis will play the part of Jesus. The play will be held the last Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of May. We need about 25 volunteers for speaking parts and assorted volunteers for set up, set construction and musical and non-speaking roles. Please let pastor know if you would like to help - it really looks like it will be a great experience.


Bible Studies Throughout the week we have several opportunities for Bible study.

On Sunday mornings at 8:45 we are looking at some of the major doctrines (teachings) of the Church on a very deep level. Beginning with the Trinity we are discussing each doctrine in depth, where it is found in Scripture, how it has often been misunderstood and why it is important for us to know and uphold each doctrine. At the moment we are studying Communion

Thursday Morning Men's Bible Study meets at the South HyVee deli at 6:30 am for breakfast, fellowship and study. We are studying the book of Matthew


Do you have family member receiving care at Iowa City or the Mayo Clinic:

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Chaplains
Contacts: Rev. Michael Musick
Rev. Dr. Gary Arp
Calls will usually be made on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Please contact them by email ideuichaplain@live.com.
In case of an emergency, call Rev. Dr. Gary Arp at 319-350-8947.

Trinity Lutheran Church in Rochester, Minnesota has a ministry called TLCare that offers hospitality to those receiving medical care at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester. TLCare now has lodging to offer to LCMS brothers and sisters at no cost. The small apartment is located on the edge of the Mayo campus and is available first come, first served. For more information, please contact Jennifer Jurgensen, tlcjennifer@charterinternet.com or Trinity Lutheran Church at 507-289-1531.


Chime Choir Our Chime Choir is meeting again on Wednesdays at 7:45 following Lenten Services. Every one is welcome!


Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca: The snow continues to pile higher . As this is written, temperatures are below zero, so it’s a great time to think about summer! Registrations for the 2010 summer camps have been streaming in online and by mail. Now is the time to register to reserve your place in the fun-?lled week of your choice at camp this summer . The summer theme is “God Remembers.” Campers will learn how God re-members them every day with His gifts. They will learn especially how He remembers them by not remembering their sin and forgiving them for the sake of His Son, Jesus Christ.

Campers will enjoy all-camp games like Eagles’ Nest and Dare Base, feast on fabulous food, slide down the 70-foot long “Io-Dis-E-Ca Highway”, ride horses, climb the tower , play the life-sized Foosball game, canoe, and much more. It will be another great summer at Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca!

All registrations received prior to April 19th will receive a $10 “Early Bird” discount. You may register by mail, by phone, or online at www.campiodiseca.org.

Summer Staff: Are you a college student interested in an exciting, challenging, and memory-filled summer as a camp counselor? We are now accepting applications for our 2010 summer staff. In addition to our counselors, we will employ several students who are interested in serving as support staff. These individuals will receive counselor training, live on camp, and participate in all camp activities as they serve in a variety of support positions. Students interesting in working at camp as a counselor or in a support position should contact Daniel Sanchez for more information at Daniel@campiodiseca.org.


75th Anniversary: Save the Date for our 75th Anniversary, Sunday September 26, 2010! We will be having a special worship service followed by a catered dinner and program.

As part of our 75th Anniversary, we will be putting together a new pictorial directory. If you would like to volunteer to help out with this project, please contact Lea Ann Mercer.

We are also planning a special 75th Anniversary Picnic to be held this summer. This event will include a good old-fashioned potluck along with family fun and games. If you are interested in volunteering to help plan this event, please contact Lisa Whitmore.


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