The Glory of the Lord
 Throughout his ministry Jesus said astounding things and did astounding things. Yet, he looked like a normal man. The prophet said, “He had no beauty or majesty to attract us to him, nothing in his appearance that we should desire him” (Isaiah 53:2). This would all change one day atop a high mountain. There, Jesus gave his disciples—gave his Church—a glimpse of the glory he set aside to be our Savior. And the voice of the Father thundered from the heavens, just as it did at Jesus’ baptism, announcing Jesus’ true identity to the world—the glorious Son of God.
And so the Transfiguration of our Lord serves as a one-week bridge between the season of Epiphany, where Jesus is revealed as the true Son of God, and the season of Lent, where we witness what the Son of God came to do.
On the Mount of Glory, St. Peter declared, “It is good for us to be here.” Indeed! For here we see the God of Majestic Glory, who became a man to suffer and die for us, just as Moses and the Prophets had foretold. Oh, how much this glorious God loves us! Join us this Sunday for worship!
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Prayer Requests
Please keep the following in your prayers:
- Brian Werth, who is high on the priority list for a kidney transplant.
- Jenel Raschka, who is experiencing health challenges.
- Pastor Adam Lambrecht, as he deliberates the divine call to serve as associate pastor at Riverview
Divine Call Extended
On February 7, guided by the Holy Spirit, our congregation extended a divine call to Pastor Adam Lambrecht to serve at Riverview. Pastor Lambrecht is currently serving at Living Shepherd in Laramie, Wyoming. He is also holding a call to Luther High School in Onalaska, WI. Please keep Pastor Lambrecht, his wife Sarah, and their four children in your prayers as he deliberates both calls.
Teacher Call Meeting
A Divine Call Meeting to extend a call for a new teacher in our school, who will be called to teach 1st grade, will be held on Tuesday, February 28, at 6:30 pm. All members are encouraged to attend.
New Sunday Bible Study
 This Sunday, we will begin a new study, In Season and Out of Season. In his second letter to Timothy, St. Paul wrote, “Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season” (4:2). Although originally written as an encouragement to a first-century pastor, Paul’s words are equally applicable to twenty-first century Christians. We have the same message to share with sinners who desperately need to hear it. Using St. Paul’s experiences in the city of Philippi as a model, In Season and Out of Season will encourage and equip all of us to share that message in any and every situation. Join us Sundays, 9:20-10:10 am.
LWMS News
Thank you to all who took cards to send a note of encouragement to missionaries. This opportunity focused on home missions. If you have not done so, you will have another opportunity again this weekend. There will be a table set up in the narthex after both services. This opportunity will include foreign missionaries. Please stop by the table and say “hi,” ask any questions you may have, and take this opportunity to thank the missionaries and encourage them in their ministry.
The LWMS Paperland Circuit Spring Rally, will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Appleton (co-hosted with St. Paul, Dale). The theme will be "HE WILL RAISE YOU UP." The speaker will be Pastor Tim Dolan, Chairman of the Apache Mission Committee.
Midweek Lent Worship & Meals
 The season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 22. Set aside extra time during this season to reflect on the price our Savior paid for our salvation. Join us for midweek devotional services Wednesdays, February 22 - March 29, at 3:30 and 6:30 pm. (The Ash Wednesday service will also include holy communion.) This year's theme is His Final Steps, in which we will ponder the significance of the people and places on Jesus’ resolute final steps to the cross and three days later, his first steps from the tomb.
A Lenten meal will be served each week from 4:15-6:15 pm in the Activity Center (gymnasium).
School Choice Window IS OPEN!
Riverview will again be participating in the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program in 2023-24. Students new to RLS may apply for grades 4K-8. Current RLS students not already participating in the program may apply for 4K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade. Those currently participating in the program will still need to fill out the application online each year to verify residency. New applicants will need to prove income AND residency.
Those who are interested should fill out the application as soon as possible so the administration can plan for next year. The application is available at dpi.wi.gov/choice until April 20th. (IMPORTANT HINT: If applying for a student who is not already participating, DO NOT file your 2022 taxes until you have double checked some numbers.)
Please contact Mr. Zimmermann or Mrs. Krueger with questions or if you’d like assistance with the application process. Invite friends and neighbors to check out our school too. Encourage them to call or the school office or visit rlsappleton.org/inquire to schedule a visit.
Worship Volunteers Needed
We are in need of Worship Volunteers! Greeters, altar guild assistants, ushers, powerpoint assistants, and livestream assistants are needed every week for both services. If this is something your family is available to help with please email Jo Theimer at church@riverviewlutheran.org or by calling the church office 920-733-3728. We will then get you set up for training and instructions. Thank you!
Kwik Trip Scrip Special
For the month of February only, Kwik Trip has increased the rebate percentage for their Scrip cards. If you prepay for cards by 10:00 am each Monday in February, Mrs. Diersen will order them at that time and have them ready later that week. With this special deal, you earn a 10% rebate instead of the usual 5% on gas cards and 20% instead of the usual 15% on grocery only cards. Orders for this deal MUST be pre-ordered and prepaid. You can place orders by stopping in the office on Sundays or during the week, emailing Mrs. Diersen at accountant@riverviewlutheran.org, or calling 920-733-3728. The ABSOLUTE last day to order for this special deal is Monday, February 27, by 10:00 am.
Serving February 19-25
- Worship Accompanist (Sunday) - Peter Wolfgramm
- Worship Accompanist (Wednesday) - Paula Krueger
- Altar Guild - Gail Fischer, Jeanne Kaminske
Sunday 8:00 Service
- Greeters - D. VandenHeuvel & Wing Families
- Powerpoint Assistant - Anna Wagner
- Ushers - Rob Glasel, Dave Spielbauer, Andy Selle, Carter Selle, Jon Stege, Wayne Somers
- Livestream - Sheryl Winsor
Sunday 10:30 Service
- Greeters - Shea & Cleveland Families
- Powerpoint Assistant - Jackson Kiesling
- Ushers - Todd Behm, Janet Behm, Janell Bartels, Warren Bartels, Sophie Behm, Brian Miller
Wednesday 3:30 Service
- Powerpoint Assistant - Bradlee Perry
- Ushers - Kevin Wundrow, Terry Wing, Dennis Prahl, Gary Cox
- Communion Assistant - Dave Spielbauer
- Livestream - BJ Witte
Wednesday 6:30 Service
- Powerpoint Assistant - Gideon Jaeger
- Ushers - Todd Behm, Janet Behm, Grant Shea
- Communion Assistant - BJ Witte
Worship Links:
Worship Times: Sundays 8:00 am (with livestream), 10:30 am
Fox Valley Lutheran High School Notes
- Now Hiring! - FVL is hiring a part-time Guidance Assistant. Go to fvlhs.org/about/employment for details and an application.
- The FVL General Board meets Monday, 2/27 at 7 PM in the auditorium. Important issues include early work on the 2023-24 budget. The meeting is open to parents and Federation members.
- The Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP) offers families the opportunity to have their FVL tuition fully funded. The application period for WPCP and for FVL's Tuition Assistance Program runs until 4/20. Visit fvlhs.org/tuition-help for details. Email Admissions Director Joe Blum (jblum@fvlhs.org) or Executive Assistant Heather Knoll (hknoll@fvlhs.org) with questions.
- Incoming freshmen and new students for the 2023-24 school year are eligible to apply for the Ladies Guild Memorial Scholarship. The application window closes 4/20. Details are on the website (fvlhs.org/lg-mem-scholarship).
- FVL's Open House is Monday, 2/20, from 6-8 PM. Families with students in grades 5-8 are invited for our once-a-year Activities Fair, tours, and a presentation. Check online at fvlhs.org/open-house for info and registration.
- FVL 8th Grade Course Scheduling 2/21 - Families who missed the fall scheduling nights should go to fvlhs.org/enroll and complete the online enrollment application. Then you will receive an email with instructions for scheduling classes. Questions? Contact Freshman Guidance Counselor Laura Gucinski (lgucinski@fvlhs.org).
- Local businesses are invited to register to participate in a Summer Job Fair for FVL students on Thursday 3/2. Information and registration at fvlhs.org/job-fair.
- The FVL Theatre will perform Anastasia: The Musical on March 3 & 4 at 6:30 PM, and March 5 at 2:00 PM. Visit fvlhs.org/anastasia for more info and a link to buy tickets. Reserved seating tickets are available online. You can also purchase tickets at the box office. The cost is $14 per seat (plus a convenience fee).
- Youth Sports Registration Open - Go to fvlhs.org/youth-sports for info on upcoming youth sports opportunities, including the FVL middle school track team, cheer and dance camps, an April softball clinic, and a summer softball team.
- FVL's International Program needs host families. Students stay for 9 months and pay their own expenses. Families receive a stipend to offset costs. Contact Monica Uhlenbrauck (muhlenbrauck@fvlhs.org). This is a wonderful ministry opportunity for your family!
- Register for FVL's annual FoxFest Dinner Auction! Join us at the Hilton Appleton Paper Valley on Friday, 4/14, for an evening of friends and fun supporting FVL's Tuition Assistance Program. The RSVP deadline is March 31. Visit fvlhs.org/foxfest for more info and to register.
- FVL Tuition Planning & Tips Seminar - Interested parents of students in grades 6-8 are invited to join President Loberger in a Financial Zoom Meeting on Tuesday, 3/7 from 8:00-8:30 PM. No registration needed. Find the meeting codes on our website (fvlhs.org/news).
Area WELS News
- WELS United in the Fox Valley will be hosting their annual meeting on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 7:00 PM at Martin Luther (436 S Lake St) in Neenah. All area WELS members, men and women, are welcome to attend and participate in the discussion. We would especially encourage at least one pastor and one layman from each of our 20 member-congregations to attend and serve as voting delegates and consider running for one of our open offices - Secretary, Education / Worship Coordinator, Support / Benevolence Coordinator.
WELS United is a cross-congregational ministry devoted to the simple concept that we can accomplish more working together than we can alone. If you would like to learn more about the work of WELS United and the many possibilities for serving through one of our shared ministries, please plan to attend and know that your input, creative ideas, and willing hearts and hands are welcome!
- The Otter Lake OWLS (Organization of WELS Lutheran Seniors) of Bethlehem, invites you to join us for our March 16th speaker at 2:00 in the fellowship hall of our Church at 752 E. Grandview. Nathan Dahm from the Outagamie sheriff's department will talk with us about keeping safe and local fraud scams. Questions to Peg Boettcher pgboet1@gmail.com.
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