JOIN US FOR WORSHIP  –  You may worship with us in our sanctuary or watch on Facebook Live. Recordings of our services are also available on our website above.  

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT –  Scripture readings are Jeremiah 33:14-16, Psalm 25:1-10 and 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13.  The Gospel reading is Luke 21:25-36.

ORDER OF SERVICE –  The Worship Committee, Church Council, and Pastor have decided to revamp the order of worship for both communion and non-communion Sundays in the interest of uniformity. We ask your patience during this time of transition.

PRAYER LIST – Ralph Dieckhoff, Renae Ernesti, Steve Dunker, Connor Doeden, Loyal Rippe, Eric Fass, Pauline Zoucha, Heidi Capek, Shawn Othmer, Duane Antholz and Lois (Larry) Bohling.

ADVENT DINNER – Will be Sunday, December 5 following worship. Work Group 3 is in charge of the meal. All members and guests worshipping with us are invited!

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PRACTICE –  Will be held each Sunday at 9:00 a.m. thru December 19th.

DECEMBER MISSION PROJECT – Our last project for the year is the collection of new or gently used coats, hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, and snow boots. We will be collecting November 28 – December 19. We plan to deliver to JCC and J-B schools for kids in need and the rest to Peoples City Mission.

CHRISTMAS PERFORMANCE – The Creative Ministry of First Presbyterian Church in Auburn presents “Closed for the Holidays” at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 4, and 5:00 & 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 5. Please call for reservations (admission is free): 402-414-9015.

MLC WOMEN VOLUNTEER NEEDED – The women’s church group is in need of a volunteer for an Altar Guild position (preparing communion and assisting other altar guild positions). This position is for a 2-year term beginning January 2022.  If you are willing to volunteer or have questions, please contact Jenny Moerer or Lois (Mark) Bohling. Thank you for prayerfully considering to serve in this way! Thank you to Hanna Grotrian for volunteering to serve in the treasurer’s position!

BIDS FOR CHURCH CLEANING AND MOWING – Bids will be accepted for each of these jobs through Sunday, December 26. Ron Ebeler has previously done the mowing but has decided to retire from his duties. If you have questions or wish to submit a bid, talk to a Church Council member.

MAILBOX REMINDER – Don’t forget to check your mailbox for monthly calendars, reports and other important items.

OFFERINGS – Your tithing may be mailed to MLC, PO Box 176, Johnson, NE 68378.

MLC FACEBOOK – You can also follow MLC on Facebook. Just “Like” our page and invite your friends to follow us.