News & Notes
Concerning the Holy Supper: “(We) confess, according to the words of Irenaeus, that in this Sacrament there are two things, a heavenly and an earthly. Accordingly, they hold and teach that with the bread and wine the body and blood of Christ are truly and essentially present, offered, and received.” (From “Formula of Concord, Solid Declaration, Art. VII: Concerning the Holy Supper.” Source: https://bookofconcord.org/solid-declaration/the-holy-supper/#sd-vii-0014)
Movie in Gym: A family event is planned for this afternoon (February 22) at 3 p.m. We will be showing the movie “David.” Popcorn and refreshments are provided. Bring a chair or your favorite comfy stuff to recline in.
Lent 2026: “Blessings in the Blood of Jesus” is the theme of this year’s Lenten midweek services. This week we hear of “The Blood That Pardons” (Hebrews 9:15-22). Following Vespers we will gather for refreshments in the basement.
You are encouraged to read or listen through the book of Hebrews in order to prepare for this time in the Word.
Lenten Devotional: Copies of Higher Things “Reflections” devotion for Lent and Holy Week are available on the table in the narthex. Take and use! Take and share! When copies run out, more will be made available.
Grand Island Lutheran High:
- Red and Blue 2026: Planning for Central Nebraska Lutheran School’s (GILH and TLS) “Red & Blue Gala and Auction” is well underway! We are currently seeking sponsorships and donation items for the live and silent auctions. Please feel free to reach out to Shalee Peters or you can contact the school directly and visit with Brad Keasling if you have interest in sponsorships or donations. Tickets are also now available for purchase and more information can be found at www.cnlutheran.org or grab a flyer in the narthex. Thanks!”
- Monthly Newsletter: If you or someone you know would like to receive the monthly newsletter from Grand Island Lutheran High, please email the school office at hsoffice@cnlutheran.org or call 308-385-3900.
Camp Comeca 2026: Registration information for this year’s catechetical camp is available in the narthex. This camp is for those who have completed the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades. The theme is “Lord, Help Us Ever to Retain.” This focus on the Small Catechism in the Liturgy shall help us to see that the Six Chief Parts shape our liturgy and worship together for our whole lives. Our catechists are the Revs. Niemeier (5th and 6th) of Zion, Worms and Adle (7th and 8th) of Zion, Imperial. Camp Comeca starts Tuesday evening May 26th and ends Thursday May 28th after lunch. Please direct questions to Pastor Niemeier. Registration forms are due to him by April 6th.
Grief Share: Jesus promises to be with His sheep who walk “through the valley of the shadow of death.” (Psalm 23:4) Trinity Lutheran in Grand Island offers hope to those who grieve in the form of a support group that meets on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. A new session starts February 19th. See the flier on the informational cubicle for more information or call Trinity’s office at 308-382-0753.
Sanctity of Human Life: “God created us anew in Baptism. We are the work of His hands, and He will not forsake us. Guided by the Spirit through the wisdom of His Word, we learn to walk in His ways, even when we must ‘walk in the midst of trouble.’” Dr. Carol Geisler, Lutheran Hour Ministries – A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life • lutheransforlife.org
Congregational Offerings: It has been reported that offerings during summer and through the fall are not keeping pace with budgetary obligations. Would you therefore commit this matter to your prayers, and consider making a gift to help meet our commitments? Through your sacrificial offerings, we are able to bring the gospel of Jesus to our church members, neighbors, and throughout the world. Thank you! “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” (1 Peter 4:10)
The Parable of the Prodigal Son Series: Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. You can listen to a series of interviews with Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller, author of the new book “Finally Free: Three Lessons in the Parable of the Prodigal Son” at issuesetc.org/prodigalson.
Prayer Requests
Healing, Recovery, Strength: Mariah Reyner and baby (pregnancy); Marie Glause son, Terry; Marilyn Bader (broken ankle, surgery recovery); Andy Glause (cancer); Susan Willman (eyes, testing); Rev. Micah Wildauer’s wife, Robin (cancer); Dick Spiehs niece, Diane (cancer); Bobby Larsen’s sisters, Jodie (heart surgery) and Jannie (cancer)
Global Conflict: as tensions mount in Middle East (Iran), prayer for peace from Prince of Peace
Family: Praying for families desiring children, for children carried by mom in the womb, and for those families looking to adopt
Military: Kurt Morthole; Joseph Markvicka
Missions, Outreach, and Christian Education: Central Nebraska Lutheran Schools/Grand Island Lutheran High; Lutheran Church of Nigeria and Lutheran Bible Translator projects; Global missions—Cambodia; NE Dist.—Christ Lutheran, Lincoln, NE; Concordia, Seward and all our Concordias; Concordia Theological Sem., Ft. Wayne and Concordia Sem., St. Louis
This week’s memory verse:
God shows His love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
(Romans 5:8)
Welcome to Zion Lutheran Worms! 