This Week at Esther
SERVING IN FEBRUARY
Pastor: Feb 1-SAM Jewel Townsend, Feb 8-Pr. Dennis Preston, Feb 15-SAM Jewel Townsend, Feb 22-Pr. Greg Billberg
Organists: Marcia Guenther, Brad Lambrecht
Altar Care: NEED VOLUNTEER
Usher: Brady Arvidson & Jeremy Arvidson
Acolyte: Logan Arvidson
Lay Reader: Jim Arvidson
Communion Assistant: Christy Hart
Birthday Card Sender: Mandy Arvidson
PowerPoint: NEED VOLUNTEER
Tech: Mike Lage
*THIS WEEK AT ESTHER*
Sunday, February 1st –Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
Sunday fellowship before and after worship
9 am – Sunday School
10 am – Worship with Holy Communion led by SAM Jewel Townsend
2 pm – Worship at St. William’s
Wednesday, February 4th
6 pm – Confirmation: Meal: Martha Circle
Sunday, February 8th – Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
Sunday fellowship before and after worship
8:30 am – WELCA
9 am – Sunday School
10 am – Worship led by SAM Jewel Townsend
11 am – Confirmation Pancake Brunch
2 pm – Worship at St. William’s
*NEWS AND NOTES*
Sign-up sheets for 2026 Worship Tasks are on the Narthex table.
The Confirmation Class will be hosting a Pancake Brunch after worship on February 8th . Free will offering will go to the local family who recently lost their home in a house fire.
Check out our new Esther Calendar on our website to keep up to date! Go to estherlutheran.com and click on “Esther Calendar.”
We believe everyone has a unique and valuable place in God’s family and we welcome all to share in the community of faith here at Esther. If you would like to become a member please contact Mandy in the church office at 218-338-2171 or secretary@estherlutheran.net or Jewel Townsend at 320-760-2503 or jewellht17@gmail.com
LUTHER CREST CAMP OPPORTUNITIES:
Summer Camp Early Bird Registration goes until February 14th.
The Esther Camp Fund and WELCA cover all but the registration fee!
Register online at luthercrest.org.
Children and Youth Retreats: These weekends are filled with games, worship, Bible study, winter play, cabin time, and new friendships. Dates: January 16-18 and February 6-8 or campers grades 3-9
Youth Leader Jamboree: This FREE retreat offers time for renewal, networking, meaningful conversation, and inspiration with other youth ministry leaders. It’s a great way to enter the year refreshed and encouraged. This retreat is free for all who work with youth in their congregation and communities. Dates: January 11-13.
High School Recharge Retreat: This weekend is designed for high schoolers to slow down, connect with God and peers, and enjoy intentional rest with fun activities and quiet moments alike. Dates: February 20-22.
Adult Creative Retreat: Come to the Adult Creative Retreat at Luther Crest and breathe life into your creative spirit in community with others. Whether you love art, writing, music, crafting, or simply exploring your imagination, this weekend offers time away to slow down, create, reflect, and connect with God and with others in a peaceful camp setting. Enjoy cozy spaces, inspiring conversations, and campfire moments, and creative time that feeds your soul. Dates: March 26-29.
Women’s Week: Come for the week or just a day and experience joy, fun, food, and spiritual growth alongside a crew of amazing women. Dates: June 21-26.
Esther Lutheran Church, ELCA
11019 625th Ave, Parkers Prairie, MN 56361 – Telephone:218-338-2171
Website:estherlutheran.com Email: secretary@estherlutheran.net
Facebook: facebook.com/estherlutheran/
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