April 3, 2011

Leadership TeamLes Anderson (Chair) 320-834-2362 Lynette Kluver 320-763-7224 Linda Lovrien 320-763-5676 John LeVahn 320-763-5659 Rick Banke 320-763-2992 Joan Maus 320-283-5324 Jim Vassar 320-223-2045 Craig Bjerke 320-846-1525 Jim Rook 320-763-8891

Please note that ACC may use your image or your child’s image in any ACC publication, promotional materials, slide shows, or the ACC website. Contact the office if you choose to decline participation for yourself or your family.

StaffJohn LeVahn-Senior PastorDawn Johnson-Director of AdministryAndrew Peabody-Senior High CoordinatorJulie Barnes-Director of Children’s MinistryNancy Holm-Director of Worship ArtsHelen Ann Wagner-Director of Care MinistryPaul Kusmak-Facility SpecialistLibby Taveirne-Facility AssistantDarlene Steiger-Parish Health NurseEliza Anderson-Treasurer/ Admin. AssistantMatthew Sandahl-Graphic DesignerRuth Nelson-Administrative AssistantCorki Hegland-Job Share Receptionist

It’s our sincere desire that you find yourself at home and welcomed here at Alexandria Covenant. Please visit us at

the Welcome Center to learn more about how you and your family can get connected to others within the church and our community. Our nursery is available for infants - 3 years old.

During our worship service, please fill out a Connect Card located in the pew. (There are “assisted listening devices” available at the Welcome Center for those who need them.)

This Morning’s Outline

Welcome and Call to WorshipHymns of Praise (9:00 am) #295 “Come, Christians Join to Sing”(9:00 am) #296 “Praise to God Who Reigns Above” (vs 1,3,4)

Choral Anthem (9:00 am) “Jesus is the Song”

Our Life TogetherOffering Our Gifts Children ages 4 years-3rd grade are dismissed for Children’s Church downstairs in room 100

Message Who is Jesus? by Pastor Trinity Opp

Closing Song (9:00 am) #662 Take the Name of Jesus with You

Closing Prayer

• Kathy Koester• Vi Snyder• Sarah Keenan (Pat Sullivan’s friend)• Mary (Sandy Schoenack’s aunt)• Jan Omtvedt (Heidi Galstad’s mother)• Janet Swanson• Grant Haugen• Patti Knutson• Vicky Lynn Olsen

• Keith (Sue Winges’ brother-in-law)• Jeff (Nona Erickson’s nephew)• Mark Fearing (Carole Anderson’s brother)• Tyson Meissner• Joe Bergstrom• Cindy Sieve (Renee Leighton’s friend)• Don Haseman• Tamara (Donn & Ann Hjelle’s Daughter)

Prayer Requests April 3, 2011

4005 Dakota Street, Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-5659 / fax 320-763-3456

alexandriacovenant.org or [email protected]

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Please be aware that Benevolence and Communion Sunday will be observed the second Sunday of April, and the third Sunday of May. However, gifts are always welcome at any time of the month. If you would like to give toward those in financial need within our church and our community please write Benevolence in the memo line of your check

and place it in the offering plate.

If you would like an event to appear in the bulletin for the week of June 5th, please submit those details to Dawn Johnson before noon on Wednesday May 25th.

Dawn can be reached at the church office at 320.763.5659.

Leadership TeamLes Anderson (Chair) 320-834-2362 Lynette Kluver 320-763-7224 Linda Lovrien 320-763-5676 John LeVahn 320-763-5659 Rick Banke 320-763-2992 Joan Maus 320-283-5324 Jim Vassar 320-223-2045 Craig Bjerke 320-846-1525 Jim Rook 320-763-8891

Please note that ACC may use your image or your child’s image in any ACC publication, promotional materials, slide shows, or the ACC website. Contact the office if you choose to decline participation for yourself or your family.

StaffJohn LeVahn-Senior PastorDawn Johnson-Director of AdministryAndrew Peabody-Senior High CoordinatorJulie Barnes-Director of Children’s MinistryNancy Holm-Director of Worship ArtsHelen Ann Wagner-Director of Care MinistryPaul Kusmak-Facility SpecialistLibby Taveirne-Facility AssistantDarlene Steiger-Parish Health NurseEliza Anderson-Treasurer/ Admin. AssistantMatthew Sandahl-Graphic DesignerRuth Nelson-Administrative AssistantCorki Hegland-Job Share Receptionist

It’s our sincere desire that you find yourself at home and welcomed here at Alexandria Covenant. Please visit us at

the Welcome Center to learn more about how you and your family can get connected to others within the church and our community. Our nursery is available for infants - 3 years old.

During our worship service, please fill out a Connect Card located in the pew. (There are “assisted listening devices” available at the Welcome Center for those who need them.)

This Morning’s Outline

Welcome and Call to WorshipHymns of Praise (9:00 am) #295 “Come, Christians Join to Sing”(9:00 am) #296 “Praise to God Who Reigns Above” (vs 1,3,4)

Choral Anthem (9:00 am) “Jesus is the Song”

Our Life TogetherOffering Our Gifts Children ages 4 years-3rd grade are dismissed for Children’s Church downstairs in room 100

Message Who is Jesus? by Pastor Trinity Opp

Closing Song (9:00 am) #662 Take the Name of Jesus with You

Closing Prayer

• Kathy Koester• Vi Snyder• Sarah Keenan (Pat Sullivan’s friend)• Mary (Sandy Schoenack’s aunt)• Jan Omtvedt (Heidi Galstad’s mother)• Janet Swanson• Grant Haugen• Patti Knutson• Vicky Lynn Olsen

• Keith (Sue Winges’ brother-in-law)• Jeff (Nona Erickson’s nephew)• Mark Fearing (Carole Anderson’s brother)• Tyson Meissner• Joe Bergstrom• Cindy Sieve (Renee Leighton’s friend)• Don Haseman• Tamara (Donn & Ann Hjelle’s Daughter)

Prayer Requests April 3, 2011

4005 Dakota Street, Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-5659 / fax 320-763-3456

alexandriacovenant.org or [email protected]

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Please be aware that Benevolence and Communion Sunday will be observed the second Sunday of April, and the third Sunday of May. However, gifts are always welcome at any time of the month. If you would like to give toward those in financial need within our church and our community please write Benevolence in the memo line of your check

and place it in the offering plate.

If you would like an event to appear in the bulletin for the week of June 5th, please submit those details to Dawn Johnson before noon on Wednesday May 25th.

Dawn can be reached at the church office at 320.763.5659.

Join us for a homemade lunch at the church. Friend and speaker Jill Jacobson will be sharing information about alternatives to assisted living. Other activities include a sing along worship time and door prizes! Please bring $3.50 to help with the costs incurred for this event. (Mark your calendar for the next event scheduled for May 5th)Location: Fellowship Center. For more information call Sherri Bear, 320.219.7164.

The white roses in the front of the church represent the new lives which Mike Erickson and Whitney Olson have found in Christ. Mike made the decision to accept Christ through the Acquire the Fire Youth Event Conference and Whitney through the Dare2Share

Youth Conference. Both prayed to receive Christ into their hearts and accept His

death as payment for their sin. As their church family, lets pray for their spiritual development and Praise God for the seed He has planted and will continue to grow.

High School Spring Formal April 16th, 6:00 pm

Surrendered to Christ

Young at Heart (60+) April 7th, 12:00 pm

High Schoolers, 10th-12th grade, get dressed up for Spring Formal! Activities include a banquet dinner, dance, minute to win it prizes, and games. Please dress semi-formal and bring a change of clothes for games. This is a non-alcoholic event. Please dress and act in a way that reflects God’s authority in your life. Purchase your $10 tickets by April 10th to ensure availability.To purchase tickets, or for more information, contact Julia Lambert or Brittany Holm via email: [email protected].

The March Bibles by the Bedside calendars are due today. It’s not too late to be a Bibles by the Bedside reader. Call Karyn Clare at 320.554.7095 for more information or stop at the Welcome Center and pick up an information packet.

Bibles by the Bedside

Help Put Some Faces to Some Names

Teen Challenge at CR

We are putting together a new and improved church pictorial directory and we need your help with the sign-up process! Lifetouch Photography will be coming to take family photos the first two weeks of June, but we need a team of volunteers to facilitate this process. Directory responsibilities include: contacting families, manning the Sunday morning sign up tables, and minimal data entry through our online roster list. If you can help please sign up at the Welcome Center before April 17th.

Everyone is invited to hear from Sam Anderson, Director of the Brainerd Teen Challenge, and two young men who will be sharing their stories at Celebrate Recovery. There will be a free will offering dinner with our guests at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Center. The

Large Group Celebration starts at 6:30 in the Ministry Center. Please consider yourself invited for any or all of the evening! For more information contact Pastor Steve Eng of Catalyst Covenant Church, 320.759.1800.

April 4th, 6:00 pmHaiti Baked Goods FundraiserToday, 8:00 am-12:00 pmHelp support those going to Haiti and stop by the table in the commons area to give a donation and receive some baked food items. The Haiti Missions team is a group of individuals from various ages and backgrounds who have felt led by the spirit to serve and witness to those suffering from last year’s earthquake disaster in Haiti. They appreciate your prayers and financial support as they seek to share God’s love with those spiritually lost and the brokenhearted. For more information visit the Haiti Missions page online at alexandriacovenant.org/haiti

Maundy Thursday Communion ServiceApril 21st, 7:00 pm

Please join us as we remember the last supper which Jesus had with his disciples before He gave up His life for us. The service will include music, dramatic scripture readings, and visual arts. Location: The Worship Center. For more details contact Nancy Holm at the church office, 320.763.5659

PrimeTime (Senior High Event)April 8th, 8:00-11:45 pmJoin us for another fun night of dodgeball, volleyball, signs, wii, around the world ping pong, and other madness. Pizza, popcorn, soda and other snacks will be provided. Bring your friends! For more information call or text Andrew Peabody, 320.491.1249.

Join us for a homemade lunch at the church. Friend and speaker Jill Jacobson will be sharing information about alternatives to assisted living. Other activities include a sing along worship time and door prizes! Please bring $3.50 to help with the costs incurred for this event. (Mark your calendar for the next event scheduled for May 5th)Location: Fellowship Center. For more information call Sherri Bear, 320.219.7164.

The white roses in the front of the church represent the new lives which Mike Erickson and Whitney Olson have found in Christ. Mike made the decision to accept Christ through the Acquire the Fire Youth Event Conference and Whitney through the Dare2Share

Youth Conference. Both prayed to receive Christ into their hearts and accept His

death as payment for their sin. As their church family, lets pray for their spiritual development and Praise God for the seed He has planted and will continue to grow.

High School Spring Formal April 16th, 6:00 pm

Surrendered to Christ

Young at Heart (60+) April 7th, 12:00 pm

High Schoolers, 10th-12th grade, get dressed up for Spring Formal! Activities include a banquet dinner, dance, minute to win it prizes, and games. Please dress semi-formal and bring a change of clothes for games. This is a non-alcoholic event. Please dress and act in a way that reflects God’s authority in your life. Purchase your $10 tickets by April 10th to ensure availability.To purchase tickets, or for more information, contact Julia Lambert or Brittany Holm via email: [email protected].

The March Bibles by the Bedside calendars are due today. It’s not too late to be a Bibles by the Bedside reader. Call Karyn Clare at 320.554.7095 for more information or stop at the Welcome Center and pick up an information packet.

Bibles by the Bedside

Help Put Some Faces to Some Names

Teen Challenge at CR

We are putting together a new and improved church pictorial directory and we need your help with the sign-up process! Lifetouch Photography will be coming to take family photos the first two weeks of June, but we need a team of volunteers to facilitate this process. Directory responsibilities include: contacting families, manning the Sunday morning sign up tables, and minimal data entry through our online roster list. If you can help please sign up at the Welcome Center before April 17th.

Everyone is invited to hear from Sam Anderson, Director of the Brainerd Teen Challenge, and two young men who will be sharing their stories at Celebrate Recovery. There will be a free will offering dinner with our guests at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Center. The

Large Group Celebration starts at 6:30 in the Ministry Center. Please consider yourself invited for any or all of the evening! For more information contact Pastor Steve Eng of Catalyst Covenant Church, 320.759.1800.

April 4th, 6:00 pmHaiti Baked Goods FundraiserToday, 8:00 am-12:00 pmHelp support those going to Haiti and stop by the table in the commons area to give a donation and receive some baked food items. The Haiti Missions team is a group of individuals from various ages and backgrounds who have felt led by the spirit to serve and witness to those suffering from last year’s earthquake disaster in Haiti. They appreciate your prayers and financial support as they seek to share God’s love with those spiritually lost and the brokenhearted. For more information visit the Haiti Missions page online at alexandriacovenant.org/haiti

Maundy Thursday Communion ServiceApril 21st, 7:00 pm

Please join us as we remember the last supper which Jesus had with his disciples before He gave up His life for us. The service will include music, dramatic scripture readings, and visual arts. Location: The Worship Center. For more details contact Nancy Holm at the church office, 320.763.5659

PrimeTime (Senior High Event)April 8th, 8:00-11:45 pmJoin us for another fun night of dodgeball, volleyball, signs, wii, around the world ping pong, and other madness. Pizza, popcorn, soda and other snacks will be provided. Bring your friends! For more information call or text Andrew Peabody, 320.491.1249.

Join us for a homemade lunch at the church. Friend and speaker Jill Jacobson will be sharing information about alternatives to assisted living. Other activities include a sing along worship time and door prizes! Please bring $3.50 to help with the costs incurred for this event. (Mark your calendar for the next event scheduled for May 5th)Location: Fellowship Center. For more information call Sherri Bear, 320.219.7164.

The white roses in the front of the church represent the new lives which Mike Erickson and Whitney Olson have found in Christ. Mike made the decision to accept Christ through the Acquire the Fire Youth Event Conference and Whitney through the Dare2Share

Youth Conference. Both prayed to receive Christ into their hearts and accept His

death as payment for their sin. As their church family, lets pray for their spiritual development and Praise God for the seed He has planted and will continue to grow.

High School Spring Formal April 16th, 6:00 pm

Surrendered to Christ

Young at Heart (60+) April 7th, 12:00 pm

High Schoolers, 10th-12th grade, get dressed up for Spring Formal! Activities include a banquet dinner, dance, minute to win it prizes, and games. Please dress semi-formal and bring a change of clothes for games. This is a non-alcoholic event. Please dress and act in a way that reflects God’s authority in your life. Purchase your $10 tickets by April 10th to ensure availability.To purchase tickets, or for more information, contact Julia Lambert or Brittany Holm via email: [email protected].

The March Bibles by the Bedside calendars are due today. It’s not too late to be a Bibles by the Bedside reader. Call Karyn Clare at 320.554.7095 for more information or stop at the Welcome Center and pick up an information packet.

Bibles by the Bedside

Help Put Some Faces to Some Names

Teen Challenge at CR

We are putting together a new and improved church pictorial directory and we need your help with the sign-up process! Lifetouch Photography will be coming to take family photos the first two weeks of June, but we need a team of volunteers to facilitate this process. Directory responsibilities include: contacting families, manning the Sunday morning sign up tables, and minimal data entry through our online roster list. If you can help please sign up at the Welcome Center before April 17th.

Everyone is invited to hear from Sam Anderson, Director of the Brainerd Teen Challenge, and two young men who will be sharing their stories at Celebrate Recovery. There will be a free will offering dinner with our guests at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Center. The

Large Group Celebration starts at 6:30 in the Ministry Center. Please consider yourself invited for any or all of the evening! For more information contact Pastor Steve Eng of Catalyst Covenant Church, 320.759.1800.

April 4th, 6:00 pmHaiti Baked Goods FundraiserToday, 8:00 am-12:00 pmHelp support those going to Haiti and stop by the table in the commons area to give a donation and receive some baked food items. The Haiti Missions team is a group of individuals from various ages and backgrounds who have felt led by the spirit to serve and witness to those suffering from last year’s earthquake disaster in Haiti. They appreciate your prayers and financial support as they seek to share God’s love with those spiritually lost and the brokenhearted. For more information visit the Haiti Missions page online at alexandriacovenant.org/haiti

Maundy Thursday Communion ServiceApril 21st, 7:00 pm

Please join us as we remember the last supper which Jesus had with his disciples before He gave up His life for us. The service will include music, dramatic scripture readings, and visual arts. Location: The Worship Center. For more details contact Nancy Holm at the church office, 320.763.5659

PrimeTime (Senior High Event)April 8th, 8:00-11:45 pmJoin us for another fun night of dodgeball, volleyball, signs, wii, around the world ping pong, and other madness. Pizza, popcorn, soda and other snacks will be provided. Bring your friends! For more information call or text Andrew Peabody, 320.491.1249.

Children’s BellChoir Rehearsal April 17th, 10:00 am

May 1st, 10:00 am

Encore (Senior High) April 3rd, 7:00 pm

Gym Equipment Needed

LiLies $13

TuLips $13

Spring Flowers in Memory of... in Honor of...

Hydrangeas $29

azaLeas $28

in memory of _________________________________relationship _________________________________

in honor of ___________________________________relationship _________________________________

in memory of _________________________________relationship _________________________________

in honor of ___________________________________relationship _________________________________

given by ______________________ amount given $________

The church will be ordering flowers in memory of, or in honor of loved ones that are important to you. We will place these plants in front of the worship center during the easter season. if you would like to remember a loved one in this way, please fill out the form below, include your money, and place the form in the offering plate. Last day to order is april 10th. (you may take your flower(s) home with you after the 10:30 am service on april 24th.)

~ Flower choices (circle) ~

Who Is Jesus?Matthew 16:13-17 Pastor Trinity Opp

April 3, 2011

The Question: ________________________________________ (v.15)

The response: ________________________________________ (v.16)

The result: ___________________________________________ (v.17)

• basketballs• volleyballs• soccer balls

• jump ropes• hula hoops• kickballs

Our church needs to replace the following equipment:

any new or gently used equipment is much appreciated! please drop the item(s) off at the church office M-F 8 am- 4:30 pm or leave them behind the Welcome Center.

please call to sign your kids up for the Children’s Bell Choir rehearsal. This is a fun sunday morning presentation that requires no musical skills. Children between Kindergarten and 6th grade are welcome to join the group which will perform on sunday May 8th. To sign up, or for more information

contact mary ronning at 320-763-3558, or [email protected].

Join us for an inter-denominational worship experience led entirely by students. There are both planned and open activities including time for sharing/testimonies. everyone is welcome to worship. no charge! (This event will replace our regularly scheduled impact event)For more details, call Barry Durkee at 320.760.6712. Location: The youth

Children’s BellChoir Rehearsal April 17th, 10:00 am

May 1st, 10:00 am

Encore (Senior High) April 3rd, 7:00 pm

Gym Equipment Needed

LiLies $13

TuLips $13

Spring Flowers in Memory of... in Honor of...

Hydrangeas $29

azaLeas $28

in memory of _________________________________relationship _________________________________

in honor of ___________________________________relationship _________________________________

in memory of _________________________________relationship _________________________________

in honor of ___________________________________relationship _________________________________

given by ______________________ amount given $________

The church will be ordering flowers in memory of, or in honor of loved ones that are important to you. We will place these plants in front of the worship center during the easter season. if you would like to remember a loved one in this way, please fill out the form below, include your money, and place the form in the offering plate. Last day to order is april 10th. (you may take your flower(s) home with you after the 10:30 am service on april 24th.)

~ Flower choices (circle) ~

Who Is Jesus?Matthew 16:13-17 Pastor Trinity Opp

April 3, 2011

The Question: ________________________________________ (v.15)

The response: ________________________________________ (v.16)

The result: ___________________________________________ (v.17)

• basketballs• volleyballs• soccer balls

• jump ropes• hula hoops• kickballs

Our church needs to replace the following equipment:

any new or gently used equipment is much appreciated! please drop the item(s) off at the church office M-F 8 am- 4:30 pm or leave them behind the Welcome Center.

please call to sign your kids up for the Children’s Bell Choir rehearsal. This is a fun sunday morning presentation that requires no musical skills. Children between Kindergarten and 6th grade are welcome to join the group which will perform on sunday May 8th. To sign up, or for more information

contact mary ronning at 320-763-3558, or [email protected].

Join us for an inter-denominational worship experience led entirely by students. There are both planned and open activities including time for sharing/testimonies. everyone is welcome to worship. no charge! (This event will replace our regularly scheduled impact event)For more details, call Barry Durkee at 320.760.6712. Location: The youth

Children’s BellChoir Rehearsal April 17th, 10:00 am

May 1st, 10:00 am

Encore (Senior High) April 3rd, 7:00 pm

Gym Equipment Needed

LiLies $13

TuLips $13

Spring Flowers in Memory of... in Honor of...

Hydrangeas $29

azaLeas $28

in memory of _________________________________relationship _________________________________

in honor of ___________________________________relationship _________________________________

in memory of _________________________________relationship _________________________________

in honor of ___________________________________relationship _________________________________

given by ______________________ amount given $________

The church will be ordering flowers in memory of, or in honor of loved ones that are important to you. We will place these plants in front of the worship center during the easter season. if you would like to remember a loved one in this way, please fill out the form below, include your money, and place the form in the offering plate. Last day to order is april 10th. (you may take your flower(s) home with you after the 10:30 am service on april 24th.)

~ Flower choices (circle) ~

Who Is Jesus?Matthew 16:13-17 Pastor Trinity Opp

April 3, 2011

The Question: ________________________________________ (v.15)

The response: ________________________________________ (v.16)

The result: ___________________________________________ (v.17)

• basketballs• volleyballs• soccer balls

• jump ropes• hula hoops• kickballs

Our church needs to replace the following equipment:

any new or gently used equipment is much appreciated! please drop the item(s) off at the church office M-F 8 am- 4:30 pm or leave them behind the Welcome Center.

please call to sign your kids up for the Children’s Bell Choir rehearsal. This is a fun sunday morning presentation that requires no musical skills. Children between Kindergarten and 6th grade are welcome to join the group which will perform on sunday May 8th. To sign up, or for more information

contact mary ronning at 320-763-3558, or [email protected].

Join us for an inter-denominational worship experience led entirely by students. There are both planned and open activities including time for sharing/testimonies. everyone is welcome to worship. no charge! (This event will replace our regularly scheduled impact event)For more details, call Barry Durkee at 320.760.6712. Location: The youth

This Week’s EventsWEDapril

06

9:00-10:00 am Koffee & Kare at Traveler’s Inn 4:00-6:30 pm Haiti Fundraiser Pizza Pick-up in Commons Area5:30-6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal in the Worship Center6:25-8:00 pm AWANA, 3.5 yrs-6th grade6:30-8:00 pm Journey, 7th-8th grade6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Carlson’s home6:30-8:30 pm C-Group at the Giroux’s home6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group in the Ministry Center, led by Nathan & Amber Knick

SUNapril

03

8:00-12:00 pm Haiti Baked Goods Fundraiser in the

Commons Area

9:00-10:00 am Blend of Hymns & Worship Choruses

9:00-10:00 am Christos Adult Bible Study in room 114

9:00-10:00 am Youth and Children’s Sunday School

10:30-11:30 am Contemporary Service

2:00-3:00 pm Congregational Meeting in the Worship Center

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at Jim & Chanda Winkel’s home

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at the Gerry & Leslie

Hoelscher’s home

7:00-9:30 pm Encore Senior High Event at Youth for Christ

moNapril

04

10:00-11:30 am In Step Group at Sherri Bear’s home6:00-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery meal in Family Life Center 6:30-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery meeting in the Ministry Center6:30-8:30 pm College & Career at Sheila Smesrud's home6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Winkel’s home7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 120, led by Craig & Deb Bjerke7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Tom Bishop7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group at John & Sandy LeVahn’s home

THRapril

07

9:00-11:00 am Life Ready Women’s Bible Study in the

Ministry Center

12:00-2:00 pm Young at Heart in the Fellowship Center

6:30-9:00 pm Adoption Support Network in the Church Office

TUEapril

05

9:00-12:00 am Sew to Share in room 114

9:30-11:30 am MOPS Group in the Ministry Center

6:30-7:30 pm Congregational Vote Meeting in Worship Center

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Noel &

Ginger Rich, child care provided.

Prayer Watch International introduces an important course: Spiritual Warfare For Every Christian

Two more weekends!:•Friday April 8th (6:30 pm-9:00 pm), Saturday April 9th (9:00 am-12:00 pm)•Friday April 15th (6:30 pm-9:00 pm), Saturday April 16th (9:00 am-12:00 pm)

“Spiritual warfare is an often misunderstood subject”, said Pastor Karl Kruse of Prayer Watch International. “The concept of humans doing battle with the forces of darkness can conjure up bizarre mental images of exorcisms and demon possession, popular subjects in today’s horror movie genre. Spiritual warfare isn’t just about casting out demons; it’s allowing God the Holy Spirit to control and direct our thinking, our attitudes and our daily lives.” Kruse said the topic is more about accepting the Bible’s authority in all areas of our faith and life. “Using applicable scripture verses and plain English, this course lays out a plan for establishing a life-style of gentle but absolute contrast to the spirit of this age.”

Cost for the course: $25 for individuals, $40 for married couples, Pastors are in for free. (Study Guides are also available for purchase.) The course will meet in the Ministry Center at Alexandria Covenant Church. Sign up at the Welcome Center or call the church office to register, 320.763.5659. (For more information call 952.484.8694 or email Pastor Kruse at [email protected]

Spiritual Warfare for every Christian

FRIapril

08

6:00-7:00 am Men’s Bible Study in the Fellowship Center6:30-9:00 pm Spiritual Warfare course in the Ministry Center8:00-11:45 pm PrimeTime in various rooms

SATapril

09

8:00-9:00 am Mighty Men of Prayer in the Fireside room

9:00-12:00 pm Spiritual Warfare course in the Ministry Center

This Week’s EventsWEDapril

06

9:00-10:00 am Koffee & Kare at Traveler’s Inn 4:00-6:30 pm Haiti Fundraiser Pizza Pick-up in Commons Area5:30-6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal in the Worship Center6:25-8:00 pm AWANA, 3.5 yrs-6th grade6:30-8:00 pm Journey, 7th-8th grade6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Carlson’s home6:30-8:30 pm C-Group at the Giroux’s home6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group in the Ministry Center, led by Nathan & Amber Knick

SUNapril

03

8:00-12:00 pm Haiti Baked Goods Fundraiser in the

Commons Area

9:00-10:00 am Blend of Hymns & Worship Choruses

9:00-10:00 am Christos Adult Bible Study in room 114

9:00-10:00 am Youth and Children’s Sunday School

10:30-11:30 am Contemporary Service

2:00-3:00 pm Congregational Meeting in the Worship Center

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at Jim & Chanda Winkel’s home

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at the Gerry & Leslie

Hoelscher’s home

7:00-9:30 pm Encore Senior High Event at Youth for Christ

moNapril

04

10:00-11:30 am In Step Group at Sherri Bear’s home6:00-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery meal in Family Life Center 6:30-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery meeting in the Ministry Center6:30-8:30 pm College & Career at Sheila Smesrud's home6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Winkel’s home7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 120, led by Craig & Deb Bjerke7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Tom Bishop7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group at John & Sandy LeVahn’s home

THRapril

07

9:00-11:00 am Life Ready Women’s Bible Study in the

Ministry Center

12:00-2:00 pm Young at Heart in the Fellowship Center

6:30-9:00 pm Adoption Support Network in the Church Office

TUEapril

05

9:00-12:00 am Sew to Share in room 114

9:30-11:30 am MOPS Group in the Ministry Center

6:30-7:30 pm Congregational Vote Meeting in Worship Center

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Noel &

Ginger Rich, child care provided.

Prayer Watch International introduces an important course: Spiritual Warfare For Every Christian

Two more weekends!:•Friday April 8th (6:30 pm-9:00 pm), Saturday April 9th (9:00 am-12:00 pm)•Friday April 15th (6:30 pm-9:00 pm), Saturday April 16th (9:00 am-12:00 pm)

“Spiritual warfare is an often misunderstood subject”, said Pastor Karl Kruse of Prayer Watch International. “The concept of humans doing battle with the forces of darkness can conjure up bizarre mental images of exorcisms and demon possession, popular subjects in today’s horror movie genre. Spiritual warfare isn’t just about casting out demons; it’s allowing God the Holy Spirit to control and direct our thinking, our attitudes and our daily lives.” Kruse said the topic is more about accepting the Bible’s authority in all areas of our faith and life. “Using applicable scripture verses and plain English, this course lays out a plan for establishing a life-style of gentle but absolute contrast to the spirit of this age.”

Cost for the course: $25 for individuals, $40 for married couples, Pastors are in for free. (Study Guides are also available for purchase.) The course will meet in the Ministry Center at Alexandria Covenant Church. Sign up at the Welcome Center or call the church office to register, 320.763.5659. (For more information call 952.484.8694 or email Pastor Kruse at [email protected]

Spiritual Warfare for every Christian

FRIapril

08

6:00-7:00 am Men’s Bible Study in the Fellowship Center6:30-9:00 pm Spiritual Warfare course in the Ministry Center8:00-11:45 pm PrimeTime in various rooms

SATapril

09

8:00-9:00 am Mighty Men of Prayer in the Fireside room

9:00-12:00 pm Spiritual Warfare course in the Ministry Center

This Week’s EventsWEDapril

06

9:00-10:00 am Koffee & Kare at Traveler’s Inn 4:00-6:30 pm Haiti Fundraiser Pizza Pick-up in Commons Area5:30-6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal in the Worship Center6:25-8:00 pm AWANA, 3.5 yrs-6th grade6:30-8:00 pm Journey, 7th-8th grade6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Carlson’s home6:30-8:30 pm C-Group at the Giroux’s home6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group in the Ministry Center, led by Nathan & Amber Knick

SUNapril

03

8:00-12:00 pm Haiti Baked Goods Fundraiser in the

Commons Area

9:00-10:00 am Blend of Hymns & Worship Choruses

9:00-10:00 am Christos Adult Bible Study in room 114

9:00-10:00 am Youth and Children’s Sunday School

10:30-11:30 am Contemporary Service

2:00-3:00 pm Congregational Meeting in the Worship Center

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at Jim & Chanda Winkel’s home

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at the Gerry & Leslie

Hoelscher’s home

7:00-9:30 pm Encore Senior High Event at Youth for Christ

moNapril

04

10:00-11:30 am In Step Group at Sherri Bear’s home6:00-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery meal in Family Life Center 6:30-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery meeting in the Ministry Center6:30-8:30 pm College & Career at Sheila Smesrud's home6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Winkel’s home7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 120, led by Craig & Deb Bjerke7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Tom Bishop7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group at John & Sandy LeVahn’s home

THRapril

07

9:00-11:00 am Life Ready Women’s Bible Study in the

Ministry Center

12:00-2:00 pm Young at Heart in the Fellowship Center

6:30-9:00 pm Adoption Support Network in the Church Office

TUEapril

05

9:00-12:00 am Sew to Share in room 114

9:30-11:30 am MOPS Group in the Ministry Center

6:30-7:30 pm Congregational Vote Meeting in Worship Center

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Noel &

Ginger Rich, child care provided.

Prayer Watch International introduces an important course: Spiritual Warfare For Every Christian

Two more weekends!:•Friday April 8th (6:30 pm-9:00 pm), Saturday April 9th (9:00 am-12:00 pm)•Friday April 15th (6:30 pm-9:00 pm), Saturday April 16th (9:00 am-12:00 pm)

“Spiritual warfare is an often misunderstood subject”, said Pastor Karl Kruse of Prayer Watch International. “The concept of humans doing battle with the forces of darkness can conjure up bizarre mental images of exorcisms and demon possession, popular subjects in today’s horror movie genre. Spiritual warfare isn’t just about casting out demons; it’s allowing God the Holy Spirit to control and direct our thinking, our attitudes and our daily lives.” Kruse said the topic is more about accepting the Bible’s authority in all areas of our faith and life. “Using applicable scripture verses and plain English, this course lays out a plan for establishing a life-style of gentle but absolute contrast to the spirit of this age.”

Cost for the course: $25 for individuals, $40 for married couples, Pastors are in for free. (Study Guides are also available for purchase.) The course will meet in the Ministry Center at Alexandria Covenant Church. Sign up at the Welcome Center or call the church office to register, 320.763.5659. (For more information call 952.484.8694 or email Pastor Kruse at [email protected]

Spiritual Warfare for every Christian

FRIapril

08

6:00-7:00 am Men’s Bible Study in the Fellowship Center6:30-9:00 pm Spiritual Warfare course in the Ministry Center8:00-11:45 pm PrimeTime in various rooms

SATapril

09

8:00-9:00 am Mighty Men of Prayer in the Fireside room

9:00-12:00 pm Spiritual Warfare course in the Ministry Center

Leadership TeamLes Anderson (Chair) 320-834-2362 Lynette Kluver 320-763-7224 Linda Lovrien 320-763-5676 John LeVahn 320-763-5659 Rick Banke 320-763-2992 Joan Maus 320-283-5324 Jim Vassar 320-223-2045 Craig Bjerke 320-846-1525 Jim Rook 320-763-8891

Please note that ACC may use your image or your child’s image in any ACC publication, promotional materials, slide shows, or the ACC website. Contact the office if you choose to decline participation for yourself or your family.

StaffJohn LeVahn-Senior PastorDawn Johnson-Director of AdministryAndrew Peabody-Senior High CoordinatorJulie Barnes-Director of Children’s MinistryNancy Holm-Director of Worship ArtsHelen Ann Wagner-Director of Care MinistryPaul Kusmak-Facility SpecialistLibby Taveirne-Facility AssistantDarlene Steiger-Parish Health NurseEliza Anderson-Treasurer/ Admin. AssistantMatthew Sandahl-Graphic DesignerRuth Nelson-Administrative AssistantCorki Hegland-Job Share Receptionist

It’s our sincere desire that you find yourself at home and welcomed here at Alexandria Covenant. Please visit us at

the Welcome Center to learn more about how you and your family can get connected to others within the church and our community. Our nursery is available for infants - 3 years old.

During our worship service, please fill out a Connect Card located in the pew. (There are “assisted listening devices” available at the Welcome Center for those who need them.)

This Morning’s Outline

Welcome and Call to WorshipHymns of Praise (9:00 am) #295 “Come, Christians Join to Sing”(9:00 am) #296 “Praise to God Who Reigns Above” (vs 1,3,4)

Choral Anthem (9:00 am) “Jesus is the Song”

Our Life TogetherOffering Our Gifts Children ages 4 years-3rd grade are dismissed for Children’s Church downstairs in room 100

Message Who is Jesus? by Pastor Trinity Opp

Closing Song (9:00 am) #662 Take the Name of Jesus with You

Closing Prayer

• Kathy Koester• Vi Snyder• Sarah Keenan (Pat Sullivan’s friend)• Mary (Sandy Schoenack’s aunt)• Jan Omtvedt (Heidi Galstad’s mother)• Janet Swanson• Grant Haugen• Patti Knutson• Vicky Lynn Olsen

• Keith (Sue Winges’ brother-in-law)• Jeff (Nona Erickson’s nephew)• Mark Fearing (Carole Anderson’s brother)• Tyson Meissner• Joe Bergstrom• Cindy Sieve (Renee Leighton’s friend)• Don Haseman• Tamara (Donn & Ann Hjelle’s Daughter)

Prayer Requests April 3, 2011

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Please be aware that Benevolence and Communion Sunday will be observed the second Sunday of April, and the third Sunday of May. However, gifts are always welcome at any time of the month. If you would like to give toward those in financial need within our church and our community please write Benevolence in the memo line of your check

and place it in the offering plate.

If you would like an event to appear in the bulletin for the week of June 5th, please submit those details to Dawn Johnson before noon on Wednesday May 25th.

Dawn can be reached at the church office at 320.763.5659.