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Reformation Day
Retreat & Service featuring speakers Mr. Scott Barefoot & Pastor Jeremy Mattek of People of Grace "Ministering To Those Who Struggle With Same Sex Attractions" Saturday, October 31 Registration: 9 to 9:30 am Retreat Presentation with Lunch: 9:30 am to 2:30 pm Book Fair and Mission Displays: 2:30 to 4:30 pm Joint Reformation Service: 4:30 to 5:30 pm |
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About the Retreat Topic:
Mr. Scott Barefoot will discuss his struggle to overcome homosexuality and his efforts to help others who are struggling to do the same. His presentation will also be helpful for those trying to minister to friends or family members struggling with same sex attraction. In addition to sharing his personal perspective, he will join Pastor Jeremy Mattek in sharing God's Word and some commonly quoted Scripture passages that defenders of homosexuality tend to try to twist to their will. At the end of the presentation there will be a question and answer period for the group. Pastor Mattek will also serve as the guest preacher for the 4:30 pm Joint Reformation Service. This is a unique opportunity to receive a powerful perspective on a topic that is in the headlines daily. Please invite those you feel would benefit from this information. For more information visit the People of Grace website, www.POGLutherans.org. |
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Other Opportunities:
Between the retreat presentation and the joint Reformation service participants will be able to peruse the following in Trinity's gymnasium:
--Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary Bookstore will sponsor a book fair where participants will be able to purchase children's books, devotional items and other Bible study materials.
--Gifts from the Thai Village will be available for purchase. Proceeds from these handmade decorations, purses, ornaments, scarves and handbags go to support mission work in Thailand.
--Representatives and/or displays from various Wisconsin Synod and parasynodical schools and organizations will be onsite so participants can learn about the work we do together as a church body.
All are encouraged to attend the Reformation service at 4:30 pm featuring a joint choir of area WELS congregations and guest preacher, Pastor Jeremy Mattek of Garden Homes Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and board member of People of Grace.
Fees, Food and Childcare:
Fees: All are welcome. Thanks to the support of area congregations, participants will only be asked to pay a $5 per person lunch fee.
Lunch and Snacks: The $5 fees includes lunch and morning and afternoon snacks and beverages. Please indicate your lunch preference on the registration form.
Childcare: Children 10 years of age and older are welcome to attend the retreat presentation with a parent of guardian. If you are in need of care for children under 10, please fill out the childcare portions of the registration form. There is no additional cost for childcare, but parents will need to pay for their children's lunch.
Between the retreat presentation and the joint Reformation service participants will be able to peruse the following in Trinity's gymnasium:
--Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary Bookstore will sponsor a book fair where participants will be able to purchase children's books, devotional items and other Bible study materials.
--Gifts from the Thai Village will be available for purchase. Proceeds from these handmade decorations, purses, ornaments, scarves and handbags go to support mission work in Thailand.
--Representatives and/or displays from various Wisconsin Synod and parasynodical schools and organizations will be onsite so participants can learn about the work we do together as a church body.
All are encouraged to attend the Reformation service at 4:30 pm featuring a joint choir of area WELS congregations and guest preacher, Pastor Jeremy Mattek of Garden Homes Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and board member of People of Grace.
Fees, Food and Childcare:
Fees: All are welcome. Thanks to the support of area congregations, participants will only be asked to pay a $5 per person lunch fee.
Lunch and Snacks: The $5 fees includes lunch and morning and afternoon snacks and beverages. Please indicate your lunch preference on the registration form.
Childcare: Children 10 years of age and older are welcome to attend the retreat presentation with a parent of guardian. If you are in need of care for children under 10, please fill out the childcare portions of the registration form. There is no additional cost for childcare, but parents will need to pay for their children's lunch.
