Weekly update 12/1/2024

God Word is impressed at the beginning of the day.
But I will sing about your strength.
In the morning I will shout about your mercy,
because you are a high fortress for me.
Psalm 59:16

Encouragement Passage:
Let the peace of Christ control your hearts,
 to which you were also called,
in one body.
And be thankful.
Colossians 3:15

Parent conversations podcast:  “The Mosts of Motherhood”

Singing Schedule:
Jr. Choir will be singing for Ladies’ Aid on Thursday, December 5

Jr. Choir/Children’s Choir/Sr. Choir sing in the 10:00 service on December 15

WORSHIP THIS WEEK:
There is a joint Advent service at St. Stephen’s this week starting on Wednesday at 6:30 pm.
There will be a post service fellowship opportunity in the church basement for all that want to attend..

Thursday/Sunday service is different from the Wednesday service.

2024 Christmas Service:
With the School Christmas service departing from Christmas Eve this year, the anticipation is that all students in K-8 participate in the service on Sunday, December 22 at 4:00.  If your child will not be present, please let us know as soon as possible.

Mission Collection:
We collected $52.50 in our chapel service last week for Project Timothy.  We have collected $368.55 of our $600.00 goal.  Thank you to all who continue to support the mission. Let’s see how far we can take the 2nd quarter goal in the next 4 weeks.  The 2nd quarter missions will go to help the WELS world mission in the United Kingdom/London. 

School entry in the morning:
Just a friendly reminder that the west door (W3) is the main entry for ALL students in the morning unless they arrive at school after 8:00.  Only after 8:00 should students enter the building through the office.

Beaver Dam Parade-Let’s let our light shine to the community:
Beaver Dam Holiday Parade is next Saturday, December 7 at 5:00 pm. 
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to walk the route as we hand out candy and pass out fliers promoting our church and school. Participants are encouraged to wear our school colors. Since it will be dark, light-up necklaces or glowsticks, etc. may be a fun addition!!   What a wonderful way to let others know about us.
-Donations of candy may be brought to the school office.
-Details about our location on the parade route will be forthcoming.
-Please consider joining us for this fun event and/or making a candy donation

Click here to see where you can help out for the parade.

Piano Recital:
Piano Recital is going to be Monday, December 9 at 5:30 and 7:00 in the church proper. 

Band Concert:
The band concert will be Monday, December 16 at 6:30 in the gymnasium.

Weather announcement:  
If inclement weather arises and school is closed or delayed, a text alert and email alert will be sent out between 5:45 and 6:00 the morning of the event.  Also, notices will be posted on WKOW, DailyDodge.com, and the church/school Facebook page.  

Jump Rope Contest 2024:
Here are the results from the Jump Rope Contest held on Tuesday.  Thank you to everyone who participated and attended this event.  It is a great amount of fun to watch the eyes light up as the winners are announced.

St. Stephen’s School Mission:
St. Stephen’s Lutheran School will offer a Christ-centered education to all students. We will instruct them in the Word of God, educate them in secular subjects, train them to become responsible citizens in our community, and prepare them for their eternal victory in heaven when they die. We will do this by holding Jesus and his love before them each day by appropriately using law and gospel as we instruct and discipline.   

Please remember that if you need assistance with anything that you can reach out to the teachers and leaders of St. Stephen’s.  You can also find answers to some questions on the website: www.ssbdwels.com

Sporting events are posted here

Lunch menu is posted here

Blessings on your week.