HELP!  Supplies are running low!  TAG is coordinating the Upward Basketball concessions as a Mission trip fundraiser this year.  We are still in need of the following items:  12-packs of Coke, Diet Coke, Pepsi, & orange soda, chips, tortilla chips, 16-oz. bottles of water, fruit snacks, nacho cheese, plain M&M’s, Ring Pops, Airheads, Skittles, and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.  Please sign up to donate on the display in the communication center.  Tags are provided for you to take with you when you shop.  TAG will also accept cash donations for the concession stand.

SPECIAL MUSIC FOR LENT AND EASTER

If you would like to organize any special music to be sung or played to God's glory during the Lent and Easter season, please talk to Pastor Jon by February 15.  Thank you!

NEW YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY KICK-OFF!

BSLC's new Young Adult Ministry program, ‘Momentum,’ will be kicking off on Saturday, February 25!  This program is geared for anyone who is between the ages of 18 and 32-ish.  We hope that you will be able to join us at the Danley home at 6pm for an Hors d'oeuvre dinner, a devotion, and games!  We will also be discussing what the needs are for your generation and how we can try to meet those.  For dinner, we ask that each person/couple bring an hors d’oeuvre to share, or a dessert.  Childcare will also be provided for this event.  Please sign up at the Communications center if you plan to attend and if you need childcare. 

A little about Momentum Young Adult Ministry:  This program is geared for anyone who is between the ages of 18 and 32-ish.  We are looking forward to the small group Bible studies & service projects, as well as large group social gatherings!  If you have any questions about Momentum, or if you would like to be a small group leader, please contact DCE Korey Danley (dcekorey@beautifulsavior-lsmo.org).

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith… Hebrews 12:1&2

 CLUB 58 MOVIE NIGHT!

 Coming soon to a church theater near you-- Club 58 Movie Night!  Club 58 will be having a movie night in February for all students in grades 5-8!  Watch the bulletin for the date and time!  If you have any movie requests, please speak with Korey Danley or Staci Mathes.

EIGHT BSLC STUDENTS ATTENDING
YOUTH ENCOUNTER'S
QUAKE JUNIOR HIGH GATHERING 

We are excited that this year is the first year BSLC’s 6^th-8^th grade students are attending Youth Encounter’s Jr. High Quake Gathering.  Youth Encounter is an organization which provides youth resources, sends out traveling VBS teams/bands across the world, as well as hosts servant events and youth gatherings throughout the nation.  At the Quake Youth Gathering, students will have the opportunity to grow in their relationship with God, and others, through Bible study, speakers, servant events, bands, and small group sectionals.  This year’s theme is “ROOTED,” based on Colossians 2:6-7. 

Please pray for our youth participants and the adult leaders as they attend the gathering February 10-12.  The youth and adult participants are Britney Lewis, Jennifer Steele, Jessica Kuse, Matthew Jenkins, Priscilla Diaz, David Treece, Abby Smith, Alecia Christensen, Donna Steele, Paula Diaz, and Korey Danley.

LWML

The Lutheran Women's Missionary League (LWML) is the official women’s auxiliary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. For over 65 years, the LWML has focused on affirming each woman’s relationship with Christ, encouraging and equipping women to live out their Christian lives in active mission ministries and to support global missions.—as found at http://www.lwml.org/

But isn't that for "older" women, you ask? In some areas of the country that may be the case. It may even be the case in other churches not so far away. However, I assure you, that although I’ve grown older and wiser, I consider myself by no means “old.”  And I’ve been a member for over 10 years here at BSLC.  But what do we do and what’s a meeting like? Well, let me be the first to let you in on a secret.  Unlike any board meeting or Bible study you may regularly attend here at BSLC, we always have refreshments.  As for the rest of the time, we enjoy Bible study, fellowship, and, yes, the obligatory “meeting agenda.”  Our format has changed, and we will enjoy Bible study from 7-8 pm followed by refreshments, and then conduct the mandatory meeting. Come and stay for all or part. So if you have never been to one, or maybe you’ve been to one somewhere else and want to see how we’re different, or perhaps you haven’t been in a while, we invite you to join us on February 13 as we begin a new study of the women of the Bible and how we can learn from them. We meet the second Monday of the month.  If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to ask.

--Your sister in Christ, Donna Steele

MOPS 

"And there was war in heaven. Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back" Revelation 12:7

The store is filled with all of the Valentine's candy, and the commercials are already talking about buying your special someone a gift for the upcoming holiday. 

Please join us for our February meeting as we discuss the game ‘Battleship.’  This meeting is a great chance for us women to learn techniques on how to deal with battles with our children and significant other(s).  We will also be making a lovely Celebration Plate.  Ms. Regina will provide a wonderful devotion as well.  We hope to see you soon!  Happy Valentine's Day!

Meeting Details

Thursday February 9th, 2012, 6:30PM to 8:30PM
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church

Cost for meeting: $5.00 – Your first meeting is FREE if you are new to MOPS.

Childcare will be provided at no cost.   

Please RSVP to bslcmops@gmail.com. 

WHAT ARE THEY THINKING?

Don't miss the next MOMSnext meeting as we join with a panel of BSLC teens to find out their take on alcohol and drug abuse, rebellion, and other topics.  Bring your questions for this fine group to field and find out everything you want to know about what’s going on in the mind of a teenager.  We will be meeting February 1, from 6:30-8 p.m. in the conference room.  All moms are welcome to attend.

For more information call Tami Binder at 524-7288.  “LIKE” us on facebook (MOMSnext-LeesSummit, MO- Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church) for information and inspiration.

HUMAN CARE AND MISSIONS

FEBRUARY PROJECT

The days of wishing each other “Merry Christmas” and “Happy New Year” may be over, but the struggle for some of God’s children to survive and make a life for themselves continues.  One organization that actively helps and encourages these people is the Hillcrest Transitional Housing of Eastern Jackson County, Mission Campus, located in our own Lees Summit area.  The program is designed to provide an apartment for three months (and only three months) so that a family can save money, pay off bills, regain confidence, and then move into their own home.  The guidelines for this are outlined and strictly enforced by the Counselors who reside in the facility. Required weekly classes teach families about budgeting, nutrition and job skills.  With this in mind, there are needs where we, acting as Jesus with skin on, can help by supplying some of the pantry needs with everyday supplies that we take pretty much for granted.  These are:  sugar, flour, cooking oil, salt & pepper, coffee and filters, cleaning supplies (bathroom and/or disinfectant cleanser, etc.).  Also needed are QT gas cards, grocery store, Wal-Mart or other discount store gift cards, movie passes (rewards for residents when goals are met).  Needed particularly at this time of year are medicines to fight colds and flu, i.e., Nyquil, Mentholatum, Tylenol for Colds, cough drops, Kleenex, and the list goes on and on.  A more detailed list can be found in the Information Center.  PLEASE consider this a priority and help with this worthwhile project.  Thank you, dear friends in Christ.

7^TH AND 8^TH GRADE PARENTS' MEETING

All parents of 7^th and 8^th grade confirmation students are encouraged to attend a Confirmation Parents' Meeting on Wednesday, February 8, at 7 pm.  Pastor Schwartz will speak about the upcoming 8^th Grade Confirmation dessert banquet (sponsored by the 7^th graders and their parents) and other important topics.

If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Schwartz at 806-6797.

 
ABOUNDING LOVE PRESCHOOL & PARENTS DAY OUT

What a great first half of the year!  The children have been learning so much, making great friendships and having fun along the way.  This month we have been talking about penguins, polar bears, and snow as seen by our adorable snowmen in the hallway!  Our "Milk Jug Igloo" has been a big hit with the children!  Thanks to everyone who donated empty milk jugs to make this possible.  We will be having a Snow Pal program at the end of the month in which the children will be singing some of their favorite snowman, penguin, and chapel songs for family and friends.  Everyone is welcome, so watch the bulletin for details.

The Board of Early Childhood Ministry had their annual retreat on January 8^th in which they discussed plans for next year.  They also voted on new officers as follows:  Robert Treece – Chairman, Donna Steele – Vice Chairman, Cindy Zluticky – Treasurer, Stephanie Kuhn – Secretary, Mary Mooneyham and Liz Arasmith - Marketing/Curriculum.  We are blessed to have Liz Arasmith join our board.  She replaces Denise Murphy whose term ended in December.  Liz’s husband, Todd, and their two girls, Olivia and Audrey, just joined Beautiful Savior, and we’re happy to see her jump right in and get involved with the board!  

We are so excited to announce that we will be expanding our preschool classes next year with two classes going on simultaneously – one in the preschool room and the other in the Nursery!  We will be offering Priority Enrollment to all children of BSLC and those currently enrolled in our preschool beginning now through the first two weeks of February.  We will then have open enrollment available to the public beginning Feb. 19^th.   The following classes will be offered for 2012:

Pre-Kindergarten – 3 day
For 4 & 5 year olds
(Must be 4 by July 31, 2012)
Monday/Wednesday/Friday
9:00am-1:00pm
Monthly tuition:  $180 

Pre-Kindergarten – 5 day
For 4 & 5 year olds
(Must be 4 by July 31, 2012)
Monday – Friday
9:00am-1:00pm
Monthly tuition: $290

Preschool
For 3 & 4 year olds
(Must be 3 by July 31, 2012)
Monday/Wednesday/Friday
9:00am-1:00pm
Monthly tuition:  $180

 Parents Day Out
For 2 and/or 3 year olds
(Must be 2 by July 31, 2012)
Tuesday and Thursday
9:00am-12:00pm
Monthly tuition:  $150

A completed application and a $60 non-refundable enrollment fee will guarantee your child a place in our preschool next fall.  The application can be found online at:  www.abounding-love.com or in the church or preschool office.  Please feel free to call me with any questions regarding enrollment at 524-7288 ext. 207.  We expect the classes to fill up fairly fast, so get your application in as soon as possible to hold a spot for your child.  Scholarships are available for families needing some financial assistance with preschool.  Please contact Pastor Schwartz or myself if a scholarship is needed.

I can't believe there is only four months left of school!  Time is definitely flying by too fast!  Stop by anytime and see the children in action!  We enjoy having visitors in the classroom!

Blessings,

LaNette Sunnquist
Teacher/Director

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:  VBS WILL BE JULY 9-13, 2012.

KIDZ QUEST

The Kidz Quest lesson theme for February is The Greatest Commandment.  The children will put together "Gift of the Heart" School Kits as a “hands-on” way to be involved in giving to others.  Please consider helping us with this project by making a school supply donation from the following list: child scissors, notebooks of ruled paper 8-1/2" X 11", 12-inch rulers, pencil sharpeners, new pencils with erasers, large erasers, colored construction paper packs, and boxes of 24 crayons. Thank you for your support!  

               UPWARD BASKETBALL CONCESSIONS

TAG is coordinating the Upward Basketball concessions as a Mission trip fundraiser this year.  We would greatly appreciate donations of the following items:  12-packs of soda, chips, candy, mini Gatorade, bottled water, Sunny Delight, fruit snacks, Nacho Cheese, Tortilla chips, nacho trays and more...  Please sign up to donate on the display in the narthex.  Tags are provided for you to take with you when you shop.  TAG will also accept cash donations for the concession stand.

LUTHERAN HIGH PLACEMENT TESTING

Lutheran High Placement Testing Dates in January and February:  Future Lutheran High School students should plan now to take the placement tests on one of the two testing dates established.  The tests will be given from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, February 4.  Please contact the school office at 816-241-5478 for further details.  Also remember that if you wish to receive a tour or if you would like to have your student shadow another student for part or all of a school day, please call the school office and talk to Paula Meier. 

CHRISTIAN ESSENTIALS CLASS

Are you interested in learning or reviewing the primary teachings of the Lutheran Church?  Are you interested in attending a Christian doctrine class that could lead to membership in the Lutheran Church?  If so, then plan to attend the Christian Essentials Class that will meet in a Family Life Center classroom on Sunday mornings at 9:20.  The class will run from January 8 through March 11.   If you plan to attend, please sign up in the communication center.

"MORE THAN MONEY MATTERS"

Want to get your finances in order?  Join us for a free, award-winning workshop!  “More Than Money Matters” is an interactive money management series that starts with a foundation of stewardship.  The series will be presented by Thrivent Financial representative John Martin, Pastor Schwartz, and other lay leaders every Sunday morning at 9:15 from January 8 through February 12 in the Family Life Center.  A continental breakfast will be served during the workshop.  Sign up for this free workshop today!