Theme for 2009-2010 at Jehovah Lutheran Church:

Jesus: the Joy in our Journey

The New Year 2010:  We journey with the Wise Men following the light of the star to the manger of Jesus and celebrate His being made known to men -- his Epiphany. The six Sundays of Epiphany bring us to the Light of the World, reveal Christ to us and all people and open our eyes to see God's Son, Saviour.

Helping Haiti Offering through Feb 14

An offering for the people of Haiti suffering from earthquake devastation is being taken at Jehovah Lutheran Church now through Feb 14.

Lutheran World Relief (LWR) has been designated as the recipient of Jehovah’s gifts for several reasons – LWR has a proven track record in disaster relief, LWR has a very low overhead in getting the job done and LWR works in the name of Jesus. Also, LWR has been designated to receive matching dollars from THRIVENT, and Jehovah’s Thrivent members can write checks to Lutheran World Relief and receive 50 cents on every dollar given.

These checks will be gathered together with other offerings at Jehovah and sent, with prayers for the people of Haiti and workers helping them. On Jan 31 a special offering will be taken for Haiti at the church’s annual voter’s meeting.

A special message from Dr. John Nunnes, director of LWR, can be heard on video at http://www.lwr.org/Haiti/  .

New Wednesday Evening Women's Bible Study:
"Stepping UP - A journey through the Psalms of Ascent"
Runs Feb 3 - April 28

Fifteen Psalms - 120-134 -- are the focus of a 7-session study on alternate Wednesday evenings at Jehovah Lutheran Church lounge.

This Beth Moore Bible Study for Women is led by Bridget Kruchowski who says the study "models for women how they can voice their own petitions and praises to our God."

The class meets from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. and includes worship, fellowship and discussion of the video presentation and the homework each student does.

Call the church office for more information: 651-644-1421.

All women are welcome to come and grow in knowing their Lord.

Concordia University
St. Paul High School Invitational Concert

Dr. David L. Mennicke, Director of Music at Concordia University, St. Paul, will conduct Concordia's Christus Chorus in a community concert Friday, February 26 at 7:00 p.m. at Jehovah Lutheran Church.

In addition, three local high school choirs will sing, and all the choirs will offer two massed choir numbers as a finale to the evening.

The three high schools are Concordia Academy of Roseville, the Hmong Academy of St. Paul and the Lion's Gate Academy of Bloomington.

The concert is free and open to the public.

Free Tax Help @ Jehovah Mondays and Fridays
Feb 1 through April 12: Walk-In Service Only

Once again Jehovah Lutheran Church is providing space for the annual volunteer tax assistance program.

This year volunteers will provide income Tax Assistance every Monday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning Feb 1 through April 12.

Enter at the 1566 Thomas Avenue door and follow directions to the help room.

This free service is provided for senior citizens, low income and handicapped taxpayers, and volunteers are trained by the IRS and the MN Dept of Revenue.

Please bring a copy of last year's tax return and your social security card(s) with you.

No appointments are taken; this is a walk-in service only.

US Census Bureau Seeks Temporary Part-Time Help

The U.S. Census Bureau is now hiring for the 2010 Census. These temporary, part-time jobs offer good pay, flexible evening and weekend hours, up to 40 hours a week, and the chance to work near home.

Jehovah Lutheran will serve as a testing and hiring site for our community on Thursday, January 28, 2:00-4:00 p.m. and Friday, January 29, 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Brochures and copies of the practice test are available from the table just outside the church office. You may also call 1-800-861-2010 or visit www.2010censusjobs.gov to learn more.

JCPlayZone

Have you noticed the JCPlayZone for kids link to your left?  When children are looking for something to entertain them, point them to www.JCPlayZone.com, LHM's interactive children's Web site.