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There is probably not one parent who will read this week's message who has not been guilty of allowing our own personal obligations to interfere with time spent with our families. We sometimes take our families for granted, but God has other plans for our families from the beginning.
God has given us a precious gift through our families. God intends for us to care for our loved ones; part of that means making time for them. We can all list the distractions, temptations, and schedules that make it difficult for families today. The good news for us is that God is greater than any of those challenges. With His help, nothing can separate us from loved ones.
We are all aware that our families are not perfect. Despite all of the mistakes we have made with them, the times that we have hurt them, and the moments we have selfishly placed our own needs in front of theirs, your family is still God's blessing to you. Families are there for one another in times of sorrow and stress, joy and pleasure. Take time daily to thank Him for those special members of your family that, quite frankly, are priceless to Him and should be to us.
Michael Bender
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You probably noticed a new look to our school memo this week. We are preparing for the 2012-2013 school year. Starting next school year, we will no longer provide printed copies of the school memo. The "St. Lorenz School Newsletter," as it will be called, will be emailed to all parents who provide an email address. The newsletter will also be posted on the St. Lorenz School website as in the past. We hope that you understand the purpose of this change as we make an effort to save on paper and printing costs. For those who still prefer a printed copy, you should be able to select a "printable" version from the email and print to your personal printer. If you have any questions or suggestions regarding the new format, we welcome your input.
The Ragan family would like THANK ALL of you for the prayers, cards, meals, and kindness to our family during Sandy's treatments. Praise the Lord her test came back and she is cancer free!!
You are always invited to join our school family in worship at our chapel services. They are held at 8:10 a.m. every Wednesday in our gymnasium. On THURSDAY, May 17, we will be walking to church for our Ascension worship at 9:30 a.m. On May 23, we will be led in worship by Mr. Palmreuter. Please join us or tune in on Cable Channel 99.
The Spaghetti Dinner Committee wants to thank all of you who supported this event by donating goodies and by your attendance at the dinner. Your support is greatly appreciated!
The testing results are here. They will be available from your child's teacher during the week of May 14-18 and available in the school office following that.
In addition, 8th grade parents may get the results of the ACT Explore at that time as well.
Rummel Picture Day is Monday, May 14, at the Church. Parents, please check your email for picture forms. Dancers should bring forms and payment to the church on May 14. (Extra Forms will be available in the school office, and on May 14). Girls will be bussed over to the church, but will need to be picked up AT THE CHURCH by 5:15. Please send GOG tees, black pants, white leotard, white performance skirt and lyrical shoes for pictures. MOMS can come to the church to help your daughter get ready.
Concert DVD's should be ready by the third week of May.
PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDARS for information for the rest of the year!
Thank you everyone for a great year! Praise the Lord with Dancing!!
Field Day is Friday, May 25, 11:30-2:45 and volunteers are needed to assist in running the games and activities. If you can help with this fun day of activities for students in Grades 1-8, please contact Karen Bender at 652-6141 ext. 402.
There will be no classes on Monday, May 28, as we join our country in paying tribute to those who have died protecting our freedom.
There will be no classes on Monday, May 28, as we join our country in paying tribute to those who have died protecting our freedom.
Eighth graders, parents, and special friends are reminded to reserve Tuesday, May 29, for the 8th Grade Awards Night. We will recognize those eighth grade students that have achieved in the areas of: Academics, Athletics, Music, and Service. The program begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Dining Hall.
Our 8th grade students will graduate on Wednesday, June 6. The service will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the church. You are invited to join us as we mark this milestone in their lives.
As of May 3, the Valley Lutheran incoming freshman class numbers 103, which nears their upper capacity limit of 105 students. That is a very high number for this time of year. If you or someone you know is considering VLHS, you may wish to finalize your decision soon. A "waiting pool" will be established after all spots are filled. Contact Tom Roekle at 790.1976 for registration forms or more information.
Open Tuesdays 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon July 10-August 7
And Accelerated Reader tests at the library with Mrs. Gallatin for those entering Grades 2-8.
The following is used with permission from "A Closer Look at the Evidence" by Richard & Tina Kleiss
Large river canyons are assumed to have taken millions of years to form as stream beds were washed away a particle at a time. When Mt. St. Helens erupted in 1980, it provided a much better model-demonstrating how new river canyons can form rapidly.
During the Mount St. Helens' eruption, there were numerous mudflows, because water backed up behind newly deposited sediment. When the water broke through in one area, a large mud flow resulted, cutting a new 140-foot deep canyon. The power of flowing water to create massive geologic features has astounded geologists. This "little Grand Canyon" is 40 times smaller than the Grand Canyon in Arizona. However, both now have a comparatively tiny stream meandering through a large river canyon. The walls of this new canyon even display the same horizontal bands of sediment commonly seen in road cuts or within the real Grand Canyon.
Mt. St. Helens' little Grand Canyon was not carved out over millions of years, but in one day by a large volume of water. This provides a model showing that other massive geologic features of our planet-like the Grand Canyon in Arizona- were not necessarily formed gradually over millions of years. Most of the earth's major geological features are a direct consequence of the worldwide Flood.
"He [God] moves mountains without their knowing it and overturns them in his anger." Job 9:5
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Wednesday, August 29, at 7:00 p.m. has been set as the date for the “Education Day” when the laptops will be distributed to the students in Grade 6. Information will be shared regarding internet safety and filtering, care for the laptops, acceptable use policies, insurance forms, and general training on the laptops. Attendance is expected for all students entering Grade 6 next year and at least one parent/guardian.
Thank you to everyone who participates in the “Meijer Community Rewards.” St. Lorenz receives substantial savings from this program.
Meijer Community Rewards allows us to raise funds very quickly and easily. Here’s how you can participate. First, you must join Meijer Community Rewards. It’s free and can be done online at Meijer.com/rewards, instore by applying for a Meijer credit card, or by mailing an application to Meijer application processing (available in the school office). Then, simply use your Meijer Guest Card or Meijer Credit Card whenever you shop at Meijer. We’ll automatically receive a percentage of your purchase totals. Our organization code is 710068.
We do not endorse or encourage shopping at any particular store. We provide this information should you make the personal choice to shop at one of the vendors that provide a return to the school.
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