FEBRUARY ADULT FORUMS ANNOUNCED – “Faith and Stories” is the theme for the Forums on February 11, 18, and 25.  

On February 18, member Richard Ylvisaker will lead the discussion of two biblical stories – Abraham and Isaac (Genesis 22:1-18) and The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32). Paula Carlson will return on February 25 to lead the discussion of “Christmas 1967”, a chapter in Oscar Hijuelos’s novel Mr. Ives’ Christmas. Participants are encouraged to read the stories in advance of each session. Contact Richard Ylvisaker for additional information. 

Tuesday, February 13
9:30 a.m. – Anna Circle – Jane Borelli hosts
5:00 p.m. – Fat Tuesday Feast at First Methodist

Wednesday, February 14
7:30 a.m. – Men’s Breakfast
10:30 a.m. – Communion at Aase Haugen
2:00 p.m. – Miriam/Ruth Circle – Carol Hasvold hosts
7:00 p.m. – Ash Wednesday Service
8:00 p.m. – Band Rehearsal

Thursday, February 15
10:00 a.m. – Bible Study with Pastor Amy – Narthex
5:00 p.m. – Decorah Community Meal at First Lutheran

Sunday, February 18 – First Sunday in Lent
8:45 a.m. – Band Warmup
9:30 a.m. – Worship with Holy Communion – Broadcast 11a.m.
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Hour
10:45 a.m. – Sunday School and Youth Forum
10:45 a.m. – Adult Forum – “Faith and Stories”

FEBRUARY ADULT FORUMS ANNOUNCED – “Faith and Stories” is the theme for the Forums on February 11, 18, and 25. Andre Dubus’ short story “A Father’s Story” with Dr. Paula Carlson, Luther College President, as guest leader will begin the series on February 11. The story is available here: http://www.mbird.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/AndreDubus_AFathersStory.pdf

Some copies are available on the Narthex Table.  On February 18, member Richard Ylvisaker will lead the discussion of two biblical stories – Abraham and Isaac (Genesis 22:1-18) and The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32). Paula Carlson will return on February 25 to lead the discussion of “Christmas 1967”, a chapter in Oscar Hiljuelos’s novel Mr. Ives’ Christmas. Participants are encouraged to read the stories in advance of each session. Contact Richard Ylvisaker for additional information. 

Andre Jules Dubus II (August 11, 1936 – February 24, 1999) was an American short story writer, essayist, and autobiographer.

Annual Meeting, Sunday, February 4, 2018

Wednesday, January 31
7:30 a.m. – Men’s Breakfast
6:00 p.m. – Confirmation Class

Thursday, February 1
10:00 a.m. – Bible Study with Pastor Amy – Narthex
1:30 p.m. – Property and Management Committee
5:00 p.m. – Community Meal at First Lutheran

Friday, February 2
12 noon – Communications Subcommittee

Sunday, February 4 – Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
9:30 a.m. – Worship with Holy Communion – LIVE Broadcast
10:30 a.m. – Fellowship Hour
10:45 a.m. – Sunday School and Youth Forum
11:00 a.m. – Annual Meeting of the Congregation – Fellowship Hall