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Social NewsPage 6 • Jan. 13, 2016 Clear Lake Mirror-Reporter

WEDDING CHURCH NEWS

Mr. and Mrs. Lion’s Raffle winners OBC to host Chili mirer”? Close enough to Jesus to get
Cooper Gross Contest and lunch the benefits but not so close to require
Mallory Jean The Clear Lake Lion’s Pride held their Annual Holiday Raffle on Friday, sacrifice? He was looking for follow-
Long and Cooper Dec. 18, at the VFW. The club raffled two prize packages, one a John Deere The Open Bible Church, 609 S. ers. Not just any follower though, but
Buford Gross were Wagon and the other a John Deere Bicycle. Plus each large item came with a 8th St., Clear Lake, will hold a Chili a...COMPLETELY. COMMITTED.
married on Oct. 3, huge bucket of toys, certificates, and gift items for all ages (adults too). Each Contest and lunch on Sunday, Jan. FOLLOWER.
2015, at the Mary Jo prize was valued at over $500. The winners of the John Deere bicycle was John 17. Judging and serving will begin Pastor Seri will also be leading a
Wegner Arboretum, and Pam Duscheck, of Ventura. The winners of the John Deere Wagon were shortly after the morning service, at Bible Study on Sundays at 9 a.m. en-
in Sioux Falls, S.D. Terry and Gina Keeper, of Scarville, Iowa; accepting the prize was their daugh- 11:45 a.m. titled, “From Malachi to Matthew.”
Mallory is the ter Shayne Keeper and her daughter, Avalyn. -Submitted photo The meal includes chili with Worship will follow the Bible
daughter of Michael crackers, ham sandwiches, vegetable study at 10 a.m. Children pre-school
and Becky Long, of sticks, cake and drink for $5. There to fourth grade will attend worship
Olivet, S.D. Coo- is no need to purchase tickets ahead with their parents until just before the
per is the son of Dr. of time, just pay at the door. Children message then they will be released to
Robert and Judy eight and under are $3. Excess chili Sunday School. Come check out the
Gross, of Clear will be sold by the quart, at the con- new coffee bar at 11 a.m. for fellow-
Lake. clusion. ship. Everyone is welcome.
Matrons of All proceeds will go toward a
Honor were Marin Schaefer, sister of the bride and Amy Fox, friend of the mission trip to Tijuana, Mexico, The Alpha Course
bride, both of Sioux Falls. Mallory’s other attendants were Sara Vaca, Catherine where it is used for projects such as is an introduction to
Long, Alison Gross, Staci Wolf and Janel Tolsma. building homes for homeless, minis- Christian faith
The Best Man was Tim Molencamp, friend of the groom, of Clear Lake. tering to children through a neigh-
The groomsmen were Paul Brown, Josh Olson, Mike Long, Tom Harris, Jeff borhood Bible School program, and/ Zion Lutheran Church, 112 N.
Brevik and Carter Black. or at orphanages. Clothing, shoes, 4th St., Clear Lake, will host The Al-
Mallory is employed as a physician recruiter for Avera McKennan Hos- and clean drinking water to children pha Course beginning on Wednesday,
pital, in Sioux Falls. Cooper is employed as a registered nurse and is an acute and families who live at the city dump Jan. 20, and running through March
dialysis coordinator for Avera McKennan Hospital and is pursuing his master’s will also be provided. The group will 9. The series be held from 5:30-7
degree as a family nurse practitioner. also minister to adults when they go p.m., in the Friendship Room.
The couple will reside in Sioux Falls. downtown to feed the homeless and The Alpha Course is a practical
visit rehab centers as part of a street introduction to the Christian faith
CARES to hold Culver’s Night, Jan. 20 ministry. that gives guests an opportunity to ex-
The judges will make their selec- plore the meaning of life. Alpha is a
The CARES Post Prom Com- ceeds will be donated to Clear Lake tions, but there will also be a people’s series of interactive sessions that freely
mittee invites the entire community Prom. choice award for bragging rights. If explore the basics of the Christian
to dine at the Clear Lake Culver’s on The Junior Class Parents are you have questions, please call 641- faith in a friendly and honest environ-
Wednesday, Jan. 20, between 5-8 sponsoring the event and appreciate 430-2830. ment. No pressure. No follow up.
p.m. A portion of the night’s pro- the support. No charge. Alpha has eight sessions
First Congregational which include food, a short talk and a
Getting married or just married? offers two new Bible time of small group discussion.
Let everyone know! studies For more information contact
Al Berge at 357-5261 or alanb@zion-
Contact the us with your announcement. Pastor Harlan Seri and First Con- clearlake.org.
641-357-2131 gregational Church, 205 W. 10th Ave.
N., Clear Lake, is kicking the new St. Patrick’s to hold
michelle@clreporter.com or year off with two new Bible studies. Baptism Class
online at www.clreporter.com The public is invited to a six-
week Bible study of the book, “Not a Baptism class for St. Patrick’s
No charge for announcements. $10 charge for photo. Fan,” by Kyle Idleman. The only cost Catholic Church, Clear Lake, will be
is the cost of the book, which is $10. held on Sunday, Jan, 17, at the Epiph-
Two separate classes will be offered, any Parish Center, behind St. Joseph
one on Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 10 a.m. and Church, Mason City, from 12:30-2
another starting Thursday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. Baptism 1 is for parents who
p.m. Please contact the church office are having their first child baptized or
by Jan. 27 if you are interested in sign- have never attended a baptism class at
ing up, 641-357-7959. Epiphany Parish. Baptism 2 is for par-
In the Gospels, Jesus never ents who are having their second and
seemed too interested in fans. Is beyond child baptized.
that how you define your relation- No pre-registration is necessary.
ship with Him? An “enthusiastic ad- Parents are encouraged to attend class
before the birth of the baby.

Clear Lake and Ventura Church Directory CLHS Class of BIRTHDAY
1971 to meet for
Agape Christian Church of Christ First Church of Friday, 8:30 a.m. (fourth Friday of month breakfast GEORGE INGHAM
Family Church the Open Bible at Oakwood Care Center at 9:30 a.m.); George Ingham, of Swaledale,
2010 14th Ave. N., • 357-5813 Tuesdays at Newman Catholic, 9:15 The Clear Lake High School Iowa will soon celebrate his 80th
2810 Hwy. 18 West, • 357-8014 www.clearlakecc.com 609 South 8th St. • 357-3217 a.m., elementary gym; Wednesday: 8:45 Class of 1971 will be getting together birthday. George was born on Jan.
www.agapeage.com Pastor: Brad Sheldon Pastor: Rev. Will Hunsaker a.m. at Newman Catholic for breakfast at 7 Stars Restaurant, in 24, 1936.
Pastors: Dave and Kris Toyne Fellowship: 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Reconciliation: Saturday, 3:30 p.m. Clear Lake, on Saturday, Jan. 16, at 9 Celebrating the event with
Sunday Power Hour (all ages): 9 a.m. Bible School: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Family Night: 7 p.m. a.m. George will be his wife, Nancy; and
Sunday Worship with Super Church for Worship: 10:30 a.m. United Methodist Church Anyone is invited to join the his daughters, Wendy (Ron Wheeler)
Children: 10 a.m. First Congregational group. Ingham, Ventura, Wanda (Denis) Av-
Wednesday Big Dreams Children and Clear Lake Regular Church 508 2nd Ave. N. • 357-5247 ery, Merservey, and Marcia Ingham,
Youth: 7 p.m. Baptist Church www.clearlakeumc.org To The Friends, Neighbors Clarksville. George also has two
2nd Sunday of each month: “God- 205 W. 10th Ave. N. • 357-2818 Pastor: Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Thompson and Aquaintances of grandchildren and one great-grand-
Tism” a class for children 2-8 yrs. on 314 North 6th Street • 357-5851 www.congregationalclearlake.com Sunday Worship Services: daughter.
the Autism spectrum Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. facebook: FirstCongregationalClearLake 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Jack and Renate Hill Send cards and well wishes to
2nd & 4th Sundays of each month: Sunday Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Harlan Seri 9:45 a.m. Sunday School George at PO Box 13, Swaledale, IA
“SIgn-Interpreted Sunday Service for Wednesday Bible Study/Prayer: 7 p.m. Adult Bible Study: Malachi to Matthew, 9 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Fellowship coffee I would like to take this 50477.
the hearing impaired Wednesday Kids Club: 7 p.m. Sunday: Worship, 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Traditional Worship opportunity to “Thank” all
Staffed nursery for all services. Staffed nursery Wednesday Schedule: of you for the many visits, CL Library to hold
Community of Christ Sunday School during worship 5:15 p.m. Midweek Communion Service flowers, cards, and prayers “Book Chat” Jan. 19
Bell Harbor Fellowship, 11 a.m. 5-7 p.m. Food Pantry Open upon Jack’s departure to a
15 Plaza Drive • 357-3766 Communion: First Sunday of the month 5:30-6:15 p.m. Open Doors Diner Everyone is invited to participate
4560 Wesley Dr., Clear Lake • 357-3345 better place. in the Clear Lake Public Library’s
Pastor: Rev. Keith Scott I know that Jack appreciates “Book Chat” monthly book discus-
all that each of you has done. sion at the library on Tuesday, Jan. 19,
Sunday Worship: 9 a.m. Pastor: Christina Blum (357-1234) Galilean Lutheran Church Zion Lutheran I also want to thank those from 12-1 pm.
Youth/Teen Ministers: Bob and Jill Church The book to be discussed is,
Celebration Community Branstad (357-4918) Hwy.18 West • 357-2296 who sent monetary gifts, “Eighty Days: Nellie Bly and Eliza-
Church Power Hour (Sunday School): 9:30 a.m. Pastor: Scot McCluskey 112 North 4th Street • 357-5261 which are being donated to beth Bisland’s History-making Race
Fellowship: 10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship: 9:15 a.m. www.zionclearlake.org Around the World,” by Matthew
805 10th Ave. N. (Across from Lion’s Worship: 10:45 a.m. Fellowship: 10:15 a.m. Pastors: Rev. Dr. Patrick Hall and the North Iowa Hospice. Goodman. It’s the true story of two
Field) • 357-0026 Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Rev. Kirk Wilkie women’s race around the world in
Pastor: Daniel Miller Evangelical Free Church Worship Services: Saturday, 4 p.m. Thank you again, 1889.
Sunday School: 9 a.m. Sunday School Harvest Bible Chapel - ABLE; 5:30 p.m. - Liturgy “Lite” and Renate Hill Bring a lunch and join the discus-
(Ages 2 thru adult) 1310 Hwy 18 West • 357-7581 Sunday, 8:30 a.m. - Traditiona™l; 10 a.m. sion.
Fellowship: 9:45 a.m. www.clearlakefree.org 2200 N. 24th St., Clear Lake • 357-7500 - Contemporary & Zkids (K-5th); 6 p.m. -
Sunday Praise & Worship: 10 a.m. Senior Pastor: Dan Jordan www.harvestclearlake.org Zyouth (6th-12th) Your Day
Wednesday Adult Bible Study: 7 p.m. Associate Youth Pastor: James Allen Senior Pastor: John Tank Your Vision
Associate Adult Pastor: Randy Vaage Worship Leader: Cody Rogers VENTURA
Christian Church Sunday Morning Worship Service: 9:30 Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.
a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. for birth Redeemer Lutheran
302 Hwy. 18 West • 357-4885 Sunday School Classes for all ages: 11 a.m. to fifth grade Church
Senior Pastor: Drew Rietjens
Sunday School all ages: 9 a.m. Christian Science Society SCta.tPhoatlricicCk’hsurch LC-MS Ventura • 829-3650
Sunday Worship Service: 10 a.m. Email: rlc1946@cltel.net
Wednesday: Christian Education, 6:30 15 Timberlane Dr. • 357-7210 1001 9th Ave. South • 357-3214 Pastor: Jesse Burns
p.m.; Praise Team, 7:30 p.m. Sunday Church Service: 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Fr. John Gossman Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.
Thursday Bible Studies 6:30-7:30 a.m. & Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Weekend Mass: Saturday, 4 p.m. and Sunday School/Bible Class: 10:15 a.m.
9:30 a.m. Sunday, 9:30 a.m.
Weekday Mass: Tuesday, Thursday and

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