Abiding Savior
Preschool News
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
March 30, 2015
Our Mission: Communicating Christ’s Love to everyone, everywhere; and our love for Him.
Director’s Note…
What a wonderful two days it was watching the children pedal their little legs for five minutes
around the Trike-A-Thon course. It was so delightful and if you were able to attend, I know you felt the
same. Thank you so much for your support and encouragement. Also, thank you to those parents who
helped set up the gym for us both days. Again, we appreciate all you do for the children and the
preschool.
As we start Holy Week, the staff and I would like to wish you a wonderful Easter. As we reflect
upon Christ’s ultimate sacrifice for us, we are reminded of His resurrection and the eternal life promised to
us in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should
not perish but have eternal life.”
Easter blessings to you!! He is Risen, He is Risen indeed!!!
Pam
Calendar
MARCH
31
Easter Celebration/Egg Hunt
APRIL
1
2
3
5
6-10
7-10
13
23, 24
24
27
Easter Celebration/Egg Hunt
Maundy Thursday
Good Friday – 11:30 Dismissal – No Lunch Bunch or Afternoon Extended Care
Easter – Worship Service Times: 6:30, 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 am
Easter Vacation – NO SCHOOL
Easter Vacation Extended Care – Tuesday - Friday
MOPS – 6:30-8:30 pm
Wear BLUE Days
Shake, Raffle, and Roll Fundraiser at the Wine Artist in Lake Forest
MOPS – 6:30-8:30 pm
This Week…in Jesus time
Theme: Easter (Luke 24:1-12)
Discovery Point: Jesus died for our sins. He rose from the dead. Because of Jesus we will live in heaven
forever.
Bible Words to Remember:  He is not here; He has risen! Luke 24:6
Think About It: Read the Easter story in Matthew 28:1-10 and Luke 24:1-12. Because of Jesus, you are now
Easter people! Christ’s victory defines our lives as we have new in Him now and eternally!
Parent’s Application: The resurrection of Jesus from the dead is the central fact of Christian history. On it,
the church is built; without it, there would be no Christian church today. Jesus’ resurrection is unique.
Other religions have strong ethical systems, concepts about paradise and afterlife, and various Holy
Scriptures. Only Christianity has a God who became human, literally died for his people, and was raised
again in power and glory to rule his church forever.
Why is the resurrection so important? (1) Because Christ was raised from the dead, we know that
the kingdom of heaven has broken into earth’s history. Our world is now headed for redemption, not
disaster. God’s mighty power is at work destroying sin, creating new lives, and preparing us for Jesus’
second coming. (2) Because of the resurrection, we know that death has been conquered, and we too will
be raised from the dead to live forever with Christ. (3) The resurrection gives authority to the church’s
witness in the world. Look at the early evangelistic sermons in the book of Acts: the apostles’ most
important message was the proclamation that Jesus Christ had been raised from the dead! (4) The
resurrection gives meaning to the church’s regular feast, the Lord’s Supper. Like the disciples on the
Emmaus Road, we break bread with our risen Lord, who comes in power to save us. (5) The resurrection
helps us find meaning even in great tragedy. No matter what happens to us as we walk with the Lord, the
resurrection gives us hope for the future. (6) The resurrection assures us that Christ is alive and ruling his
kingdom. He is not legend; he is alive and real. (7) God’s power that brought Jesus back from the dead is
available to us so that we can live for him in an evil world.
Christians can look very different from one another, and they can hold widely varying beliefs about
politics, life-style, and even theology. But one central belief unites and inspires all true Christians – Jesus
Christ rose from the dead!
(From the Life Application Bible)
This Month…in the Classroom
Each week the children Explore, Express and Create through the use of centers within the classroom. Each
teacher provides a variety of activities based on the theme of the week.
FRUIT OF THE
SPIRIT
SHAPE
NUMBER
COLOR
LETTER
JOY/GOODNESS
Oval/Diamond
8/9
PURPLE/BLUE
SEE
CLASSROOM
Prayer Requests
If there is a need in your family and you would like us to add someone to our prayer chain, please let us
know. We pray for…
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The soldiers serving our country…for safety, strength and blessing
Isaiah Hackman…for strength, healing, and blessing
Mr. Lansford, Miss Heather’s father …for strength, healing, and blessing
Sarah, a friend of Miss Heather…for strength, healing, and blessing for injuries sustained in a car
accident
 Praying for our support staff: Mrs. Chris Rogers, Mrs. Donna Lucas, Pastor Glenn Lucas, PastorTom
Rogers, and Mr. Kyle Salesky
Biblical Virtues to pray for your kids: Love
“Grant, Lord, that my children may learn to live a life of love, through the Spirit who dwells in them.”
~ Galatians 5:25, Ephesians 5:2
March, April, and May Chapel Tithes and Offerings
Hearts for Jesus
The purpose of this year's Hearts for Jesus ministry is to raise prayer support and financial support for our
brothers and sisters in the Evangelical Lutheran Church Cambodia (ELCC) and their ministry of building
a fourth (4th) Garuna Christian School. Garuna means grace, mercy, and compassion in the Thai and Khmer
languages. Cambodia has a population of over 14 million people but less than 2% of the population is
Christian. This ministry project helps share the grace of Jesus with children and their families by funding the
building of a new Garuna Christian School (GCS). This GCS will offer educational and Biblical instruction to
over 100 children in grades one through six. The school building will also house a congregation of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church of Cambodia.
April Baptism Remembrances
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name
of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.”
Matthew 28:18-20
During the last chapel service of each month we celebrate the baptismal birthdays of our children and staff
members. During our April 29 and 30 chapel services, we recognize the following:
Gabriel Bugtong
Jamin Lee
Leah Welch
Mrs. Ross
What’s New?
NO HOT LUNCH OFFERED THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 3
Due to 11:30 dismissal of school on Friday, April 3, there will be no hot lunch offered.
TRIKE-A-THON
Thank you to EVERYONE who came and helped with the Trike-a-Thon last week. We loved having you here
cheering on your little one and counting laps. And a huge hip, hip, hooray for your generosity. What a
blessing you are! We’ll let you know how much we raised soon.
EASTER VACATION EXTENDED CARE
We WILL be offering care during Easter vacation (Tuesday – Friday, April 7-10). We are closed Monday,
April 6. The charge is $50/day or $180 for all 4 days.
NEGU SERVICE PROJECT
In our elementary school, we have a group of students that coordinate service projects. They have picked
NEGU for their next project. NEGU is an organization founded by Jessie Rees while she had brain cancer.
Jessie created her fun-filled JoyJars® as a way to send hope and joy to her peers fighting cancer. Jessie
knew that fighting cancer made you feel lonely and limited. She also knew “love” stuffed in a jar was a
great remedy. Jessie personally sent over 3,000 JoyJars to kids during her fight. Over 80,000 JoyJars have
been stuffed and sent to courageous kids worldwide. Each grade has been asked to bring items to help fill
the JoyJars. Preschool is being asked to bring small toys, i.e; slinkys, dominoes, lego minis, baby toys, soft
books, etc. for children infant to 10 years of age (please no stuffed animals). The jars are only 6 inches tall
so please make sure the toy is small enough. In addition, they are asking for knit beanies for the children.
All items need to be turned in by the week of April 13.
SHAKE, RAFFLE, AND ROLL
Want a fun night out while helping to raise funds for our school? PTL is proud to host the Shake, Raffle,
and Roll fundraiser at The Wine Artist in Lake Forest. There will be appetizers, sweet treats, live Jazz music,
silent auction, raffle items, and more. A flyer was sent home this past week.
When: Friday, April 24, 2015
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Where: The Wine Artist in Lake Forest
PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Summer Camp registration materials went home with the 2015-2016 registration packet. Enrollment is open
to children who are 3 by June 1 (and potty-trained, of course) through those going into Kindergarten.
FACEBOOK
Have you liked us yet on Facebook? Check us out (and “like” us) at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church and
School, www.facebook.com/abidingsaviorlakeforest
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
There is still room for your child to join! Stop by the office for a registration form or more
information and details.
 Creative Kids Playhouse – Mondays – 11:45 – 12:30 (in the gym)
 Amazing Athletes -- Tuesday or Wednesday – 11:45 - 12:15 (on the front playground)
 Showtime Dance --Wednesday or Thursday – 11:45 – 12:45 (A103- Mrs. Howard’s classroom)
 Soccer Shots –Friday – 11:45 - 12:20 (Grass field behind the gym)
ON-GOING FUNDRAISERS - SCRIP AND BOXTOP$
If you have any questions about these two fundraisers, please ask the preschool office
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Zero in on practicing good parenting skills every day
Church News
REGULAR WORSHIP SCHEDULE
MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICES
Thursday, April 2, 3:30 and 7:00 pm
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICES
Friday, April 3, 3:30 and 7:00 pm
EASTER SUNDAY SERVICES
Sunday, April 5
6:30, 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am
We invite you to worship with us! Children
are welcome but we also have a nursery
available.
Saturday
5:00 pm Contemporary Worship
Sunday
8:00 am
9:15 am
9:30 am
9:30 am
10:45 am
Traditional Worship
Bible Classes
Contemporary Worship
Sunday School
Traditional Worship
ABIDING SAVIOR CHRISTIAN BOOKSTORE
Bookstore Hours: Sundays 9:00 to 11:00 am &
Wednesdays 8:00 to 3:30
Easter: Shop here for Easter cards and gifts.
For Children: Resurrection Eggs
That Easter Morn, The Easter Story for Children, Poems & Prayers for Easter, An Easter Gift for Me
and many more…
Evidence for the Resurrection, New Evidence That Demands a Verdict, Why on this Night?
and Messicanic Seder, If you plan a seder dinner
Clearance Sale Continues
Many good books marked down to $1 each