Monday, August 31, 2009

Great Night For Church Softball

Friday, August 28, 2009

Back To School

School supplies are needed for our children in and around the community and we have the opportunity to help. The First Presbyterian Church in Pine City is hosting a school supply giveaway on Monday evening, August 31, 6:00-8:00 pm.
We’re asking that if you can, would you make a Wal-Mart run and pick up some supplies. You may drop off your donated supplies to the Food Shelf on Monday 10:30 am-3:30 pm or bring the supplies to the Lighthouse Sunday morning and we will see that the supplies get to the Food Shelf on Monday. Thanks everyone for your generosity!

Below is listed some of the supplies that our children will need:
Kindergarten: Large glue stick, 4 #2 pencils, 12 colored pencils, large pink eraser, small pencil box(no handles), 1 large box of kleenex, paint shirt, 2 boxes of crayons(24) and tote bag with name inside
Grade One: Three pencils, no more than 24 crayons, backpack, snap-type pencil box, 2 large glue sticks, large eraser, Fiskars scissors, large box of tissues.
Grade Two: Tote bag, two large glue sticks, snap-type school box, markers, crayons a pack of No. 2 pencils, erasers, colored pencils, scissors, large box of tissues and a pocket folder.
Grade Three: At the beginning of the year; 1 spiral notebook, scissors, back pack, 1 large box of tissues. Continuously throughout the year; pencils, loose leaf notebook paper, crayons, markers, erasers and glue
Grade Four: 4 pocket folders, 2 notebooks with wide lined paper, pencils, erasers, scissors, crayons, glue stick, colored pencils, white glue, paint shirt, box of tissues, and tote bag. NO trapper keepers or pumper/mechanical pencils
Grade Five: Notebooks, markers, colored pencils, pencils (regular ones please -- not mechanical pencils), scissors, red correcting pen, one erasable ink pen, glue stick, highlighter, ruler with inches and centimeters, protractor, Texas Instruments Math Explorer calculator, pocket spelling dictionary, paint shirt and large box of tissues
Grade Six: 6 notebooks, pencils, pens, ruler, glue stick, colored pencils, scissors, large box of kleenex, folders, calculator

Monday, August 24, 2009

The Gang's Getting Together

Let the fans fill the stadium, cue the hotdog vendors, don't spill your Coke, watch out for foul balls, everyone move back 'cuz "Mighty Dan-o" is up to bat. Ah, the sounds of summer softball...

Everyone is invited to a picnic and softball on Sunday, August 30 at Pine City ball fields (behind Culligan). The picnic starts at 5:30 pm with softball to follow (you choose, player or spectator). Please bring a salad, bars or chips to share and your own meat to grill. Bring your own eating utensils. Beverage is provided. Write lawnchairs and sunglasses on your "to bring" list.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

We're All Excited!
Just want to let you know that Elsie arrived safely in the United States last Friday evening in the arms of her parents, Mike and Heather Vedders. Heather is the daughter of Glenn and Reneé Larsen (the joyful grandparents pictured below). As a church family we have been praying for Mike and Heather as they have awaited the news and safe arrival of their new baby girl from Ethiopia. We are rejoicing with them (we are all excited) in this new little life God has given them. Congratulations to all of you!

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Great Time!


Reports are that our men had a great time at Rock Ridge in Ely, Minnesota with the Milaca EFC guys. The fishing was fantastic, the food fabulous and fellowship found by all. Above are some pictures of some of our avid fishermen, Pastor Darren and Butch Gurney.

Monday, August 17, 2009

With Joy-Filled Hearts

It was with great joy to be a part of the celebration on Saturday morning at the Rinden home as we shared the excitement of the upcoming arrival of a new baby who will be born sometime in October to Brian and Kristine Menke. Above is a picture of Kristine and her niece, Isabelle Helseth. We are so very happy for you and with you, Kristine. It is with hearts of praise and thanksgiving we join with you.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Upcoming Events


Community Opportunity
Pine City Community Blood Drive, sponsored by the VFW will be held Wednesday, August 12, 1-7 pm at the Lighthouse. For an appointment call Helen Foster at 629.2068.

Men’s Retreat
It's not too late to join us this weekend, August 14-16 at Rock Ridge Camp (a part of Shamineau Ministries) for fishing, food and fellowship.We will be joining Milaca Free Church for a great weekend together! Cost: $50 for adults, $35 for 12 yrs old and under. This includes 2 nights lodging, five meals and speaker. Rock Ridge Camp is in Ely on the cool clear waters of Little Long Lake in the heart of Superior National Forest and at the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Contact Pastor Darren or Butch Gurney if interested in going.

In Memory of Tim
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church is hosting a concert on Saturday, August 15 at 6:30 pm in memory of Tim Caza. This will be a night to remember and celebrate Tim’s life. Music and stories shared by Tim’s friends, family and area churches. Ice cream will be served afterwards.

For Students and the Whole Family
Rock the River Tour this Sunday, August 16 sponsored by the Billy Graham Association will arrive in Minneapolis. Rock the River Tour is a high energy music tour traveling up the Mississippi this summer and features: Super Chick, Flyleaf, Kirk Franklin, Canton Jones, LaCrae, Decemberadio, and Franklin Graham. The tour started in Baton Rouge, July 18 then moved to, St. Louis, August 2. Next the Quad Cities, August 8 and ending up this weekend in Minneapolis/St. Paul August 16 at Harriet Island, 2:30-9:30 pm. Cost is $10 (children 10 and under are free). Bring your sunglasses and your lawn chair. Gates open at 1:00 pm. Note: Immediate family of 3 or more, pay $30 max.

Women’s Retreat
“My Heart, Christ’s Home” is theme to this year’s women’s retreat at Grindstone Lake Bible Camp the weekend of September 11-12 (check in time between 4-6 pm on Friday evening). Karla Hogan is guest speaker who speaks with humor and sincerity as she identifies with life and its struggles whole living with a condition causing partial facial paralysis. She will guide us as we each imagine Jesus coming into the home of our heart, moving room by room even exploring the closets of our lives. Don’t miss this chance for an “Extreme Makeover: Heart Edition”! Brochures available at the Welcome Desk or church office.

Youth Retreat at GLBC
We’re heading on out and up to Grindstone Lake Bible Camp for this year’s Student Retreat, September 18-20. This year’s theme is Under Construction: God at Work! You will be hearing Jared Carlson, who is a much sought after speaker. Jared is the senior high pastor at Salem Baptist Church in New Brighton. Jared also works with Christian Ministries International as a conference and youth speaker. He has a dynamic passionate style of communicating, that captivates his audience. His love for Christ and heart for evangelism is clearly reflected in his messages and talks. If interested, contact to Ellie White.
With Appreciation to Everyone

A huge thank you to all of our Frontline students, their families and many others who helped clean the fairgrounds each morning of the Pine County Fair. It's a very big job but is so very much appreciated by the Fair Board. Thank you everyone!

Another thank you to everyone who prepared food, served and cleaned up for Art in the Park on Friday evening. We had a great turn out in spite of the cloudy weather. A good time was had by all and the numbers of people we served were very good.

Monday, August 10, 2009

Happy Birthday to Ina and Harriet!

A cute picture of three lovely ladies celebrating some birthdays. Ina France and Harriet Moulton both celebrated their birthdays in July. Marlene Sprunk hosted a birthday party in honor of both ladies. Above is Ina, Donna Jacot, and Harriet. Just to clue you in.... Harriet is now 95 years old!

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Girls' Campout Weekend
In July, some of our Frontline girls headed out on a weekend filled with adventure, relationship building and a lot of craziness! During devotions each evening, Sarah encouraged the girls to remember that Christ alone should be our focus- he's to be the center of thoughts and intentions. Hiking, canoeing, kayaking and campfires were just part of this special weekend. Below are a few pictures of the challenge of pitching a tent.