This Week at Esther
IN OUR PRAYERS
Jerry Anderson Kristy Fyhrie
Larry Sather Joan Burquest
Dennis Rosenquist Lois Rosenquist
Ricky Hart Sara Skoglund
Leroy Olson – father of Becky Arvidson
Cheryl Farber – mother of Melissa Schlosser
Rev. Bruce Miller- father of Karin Wagner
Barb Peterson -friend of the Thoms
Dale Flemming – father of Laurie Ratajesak
Gary Borst – friend of the Andersons
Shirley Nesges – friend of the Thoms
Bev Lorine – mother of Mandy Arvidson
Joyce Muyres – friend of the Thoms
Bev Guse-Ohlrech – friend of the Pedersons
Allison Dotzler – friend of Kathy Mittag
Cadence Smith – friend of Mandy Arvidson
Becky Yttrie – friend of the Townsends
Kim Casavan – friend of Mandy Arvidson
Karen Schlosser – mother of Justin Schlosser
Pete Baugh – brother-in-law of Pr. Ken Bowman
Family and Friends of: Sarah Pomeranz, David Anderson, Katie Jahnke, Colleen Burquest, Doug Tvedt, Alma Robinson, Jerry Pogose, Terry Burns, Wayne Lund, Bruce Carter, Inez Nelson, Gary Willie, Connie Pesta, and Kathy Wilkins
THIS WEEK AT ESTHER
Sunday, May 24th – Day of Pentecost
Sunday Fellowship Before & After Worship
10 am – Worship led by Pr. Brigitte – Noisy Offering & Wear Red Today
2 pm – Worship at St. William’s
Friday, May 30th
Newsletter articles due to church office
7:30 pm – Graduation Ceremony and PPHS
Saturday, May 30th
Synod Assembly
Sunday, May 31st – The Holy Trinity
Sunday Fellowship Before & After Worship
10 am – Worship led by Megan Townsend
2 pm – Worship at St. William’s
*NEWS AND NOTES*
There are sign-up sheets in the Narthex for providing food for VBS.
Thank you Pastor Birgitte Simpson from People’s Church for leading worship today! Noisy offering that day will go towards their congregation. People’s Church is a multicultural and indigenous ministry of the ELCA in the NWMN Synod. They live out their faith by showing Creator God’s love for all people by offering shelter, hot meals, and community. For more information go to: peopleschurch-elca.org.
GIFT OF PLANNING EVENT
Join us at Esther on Tuesday, June 9 at 6:00 PM for an evening of food, fellowship, and thoughtful conversation about planning for the future to provide the ultimate gift to yourself and your loved ones: peace of mind.
What to expect:
• Representatives from Lind Family Funeral Home will guide us
through end-of-life planning.
• Jewel Townsend will share a Funeral Planning Packet to help you document your wishes and personal story for loved ones.
• Christy Hart will offer practical tips for organizing financial and vital information, making it easier to access and understand—
both now and in the future.
• We’ll be grilling burgers and brats, so please bring a dish
to share as we gather for a meaningful and informative night.
What a Mess! VBS at Esther will be held June 14th -18th starting each evening with supper at 5:30 pm with lessons, music, crafts, and worship from 6-8 pm. Also join us on Thursday June 28th for a potluck and short program. ALL ARE WELCOME! For more information contact the church office at secretary@estherlutheran.net. Be sure to invite friends, grandkids, cousins, and neighbors to join in the fun! We could also use a few more volunteers for help crafts and activities – even if you are unable to make it we would love your help!
Vanco online giving platform is a great way to set up a scheduled giving plan for even when you cannot make it to church. Scan the QR code, go online to estherlutheran.com, go to the tab “ways to support Esther Lutheran Church” and click on the link
Check out the Esther Calendar on our website to stay up to date on everything happening! Go to estherlutheran.com and click on “Esther Calendar.”
You belong here. We believe that each person has unique gifts, are created in God’s image, and is a beloved child of God. We welcome you to join us each week to share in the community of faith at Esther – “Knowing Christ – making Christ known through faith, hope and love”. If you would like to become a member of Esther, 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. 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/ Copy Right Permission From sundaysandseasons.com. Copyright © 2026 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. NL Worship Resources Copyright © 2026 Clergy StuffTM. Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License # 738226A All rights reserved.” Permission to reproduce hymns obtained from ONE License 8 26 License #738226-A Permission to podcast / stream the music in this service obtained from CCLI, License # 2099169 All rights reserved.” Permission to reproduce hymns obtained from CCLI License # 20991626
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