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Dear Sibling in Christ,
It is with joy and hope filled expectation that we are beginning in person worship this Sunday, April 18th!
Worship Times: 7:45 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
Online Worship: 9 a.m.
To make sure we can continue to have in person worship so that everyone will be safe, here are the essentials you need to know:
- Masks are required while in the building and during worship.
- On entering the building everyone is asked to sanitize their hands.
- To maintain social distancing, max capacity set for the sanctuary is 50. There is additional seating for 15 in the narthex. Ushers will help with seating as needed.
- After worship we ask that everyone immediately exit the building to help maintain social distancing and to allow time for sanitizing.
Some things that will be different, for now, are:
- The worship service will be about 30 minutes.
- Communion will be in the pews.
- There will be no congregational singing.
Of course, all of this and other details will be explained on Sunday. It’s a new adventure and who knows where it will lead.
As odd as this might sound, don’t feel the need to rush back for in person worship. This is a “soft” opening and a time to discover what works and what doesn’t. This, and for those who don’t feel comfortable returning to the building yet, is why we will continue our Zoom/On Line worship at 9 a.m.
A very special thank you to the Council's Advisory Task Force for all the work they have done to make the worship time as safe as we can.
God is doing a new thing, and we will be surprised by God’s grace and love together.
Peace,
Pr. Scot
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Update on the Return to In-Person Worship Task Force:
At their April 12th meeting, Council approved the Advisory Task Force's plans to return to in-person worship – beginning THIS SUNDAY, APRIL 18th!
Now we need volunteers for the following ministry tasks: Ushers, A/V Operators, Sanitizers, and Altar Guild. If you would like to serve in one of these ways, contact Eva Schindhelm or the church office (363-8251 or mto@mountolive-elca.net). Thank you!
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Worship/Contact Info
Login to Sunday Morning eWorship -- 9 a.m.
3 ways to participate in Worship Live
Streaming on Facebook, YouTube or via Zoom
To join Zoom go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/381324477
Or by phone: +1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 381 324 477
Remember Sunday eWorship is also available any time on Facebook or YouTube
Pr. Scot is ALWAYS available for you. Please never hesitate to contact him. He’d love to hear from you!
Email: pastorscot@mountolive-elca.net
Cell/text: 262.370.6984
ZOOM (video conferencing) for one-on-one meetings only: https://zoom.us/j/9456940896
Kids’ Time Every Sunday
Kids’ Time will remain following online worship at 9 a.m. Please join us!
Let us know if anyone in your family has had a birthday in the past week that we can help celebrate.
Bible Study -- Wednesdays @ 9–10 a.m. (will also be livestreamed via Zoom)
If you wish to join us via Zoom, please contact the church office for the login info.
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Drive-Thru Blessing
April 25th, 11-11:30 -- MTO Parking Lot
Since we have returned to in-person worship and remain online at 9 a.m. our drive-thru blessing time has been changed to 11-11:30 a.m. Come on out!
- To see the smiling eyes of your faith community! Pastor Scot and our Backpack Sunday School guides will be there to help!
- To pick up:
- Consecrated elements for Holy Communion
- Holy Week resources
- Backpack Sunday School Refills
- Paper copies of God’s Story, our story weekly bulletin inserts
- To share:
- Your smiling eyes!
- A greeting of peace!
- Financial contributions to support the ministries of Mount Olive.
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Grief Support
Grief can and does enter our lives in a huge variety of ways. You are invited to attend either one of these groups for very informal discussions in a safe place and supportive environment. Please feel free to call if you would like further information, login Zoom info, or have any questions: Betty Hinkelman.
- Thursday Group: The meeting is on the first and third Thursdays of each month beginning at 6:30 p.m. Attendance is at Mount Olive in the Fellowship Hall or on ZOOM, whichever you are comfortable with. April’s date is Thursday, April 15th.
- Monday Group: This group meets monthly in person at Mount Olive in the Fellowship Hall on the last Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. April’s date is Monday, April 26th.
Other Opportunities
Are you looking for a space to open to the wonder of God through the Scriptures and prayer? Please consider these two offerings led by Betty Hinkelman. No prior experience necessary, contact Betty for details and Zoom log-in information. If you have interest, but these require alternative times, contact Betty as well.
- Lectio Divina (Divine Reading) -- Group meets April 19th at 11 a.m., in person and via Zoom.
- Centering Prayer -- will meet on April 26th at 11 a.m., in person and via Zoom.
Care Needs As the pandemic continues and there is much uncertainty in our lives and communities, please know that Mount Olive is a resource for you to draw on. Please contact Pastor Scot, Debbie in the Mount Olive office or Cindy Dobberke if you find yourself in need.
Face Mask Ministry
Need a cloth face mask? They are available through the Mount Olive office, courtesy of the Mount Olive Mask Making Ministry. Please contact the office at 363-8251 for sizing (regular, large, or children’s) and to place your order.
Offering/Donation Options
- Mailing your offering to the office: Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 211 Main Street, Mukwonago, WI 53149
- Donating via our webpage: Make a one-time or recurring donation. Any recurring donation will require you to register if you don’t already have a Simply Giving account. Contact Debbie in the office if you need any help with the webpage…262-363-8251.
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