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VISION UPDATE MEETING

Join us January 30 at 5:15 PM for our Vision Update meeting. This update will be intertwined within the worship service. You will hear the ways God is moving in and through us, where he is leading, along with finance and facilities updates. After the service, you are invited to stay for some food, and if you are a member, you will have the opportunity to vote for two nominating committee members. Bios for those candidates will be available next week.

2021 GIVING STATEMENTS

This week your 2021 Giving Statements were emailed to you. If you did not have an email address on file a paper copy was mailed to you. Please note that the link in the email will expire in one week. Please be sure to download your Giving Statement before the expiration date. If you have any questions or do not have the ability to print out a Giving Statement, contact Ron Ahmann.

Covid Update

If you have any questions, contact our Leadership Team.

Online Giving

There’s no time like the present to set up online giving. Online tithing is a way to remain faithful in your giving regardless of worshipping with us in-person or online. Decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. For God loves a person who gives cheerfully. And God will generously provide all you need. We encourage you to consider giving online so that your giving is regular and easy to manage – it’s easy to sign up HERE. You can also Text to Give by texting any dollar amount to 84321.

Pray or Receive Prayer

Now more than ever, people are turning toward prayer or are in desperate need of prayer. We have an amazingly gifted prayer team you can depend on for prayer. They’re always looking for other prayer warriors if you want to join or if you need prayer for any situation, you can contact them. We believe in the power of prayer and know that God is listening. We would love to pray for you. If you’re interested in joining the prayer team or have any prayer requests, send them to our prayer team at prayer@restorationcov.org

Here’s what we are learning this month in Restoration Kids!

PRESCHOOL

A great storyteller can pull you in and make you forget everything else that is going on around you. They make you feel empathy and conviction for things that really matter. Life lessons are revealed with each word, and you walk away wanting to change and just be a better human. Jesus is that kind of storyteller. Jesus is indeed the master storyteller and there is nothing better than Story Time with Him. When Jesus starts talking, it’s time to listen. Because, Jesus teaches me important things.

“The crowds were amazed at his teaching.” Matthew 7:28, NIV

ELEMENTARY

We trust God no matter what. Even when we face unexpected circumstances, we can respond to them with self-control. We can trust that we don’t need to rush in or take matters into our own hands. We can trust that God is working. Self-control is a Fruit of the Spirit. As we follow Jesus throughout our lives, the Holy Spirit transforms us and helps us live more like Jesus. We can follow His example and choose to do what we should do—instead of what we want to do. The Holy Spirit can give us the power and wisdom to show self-control.

Memory Verse: “God’s power has given us everything we need to lead a Godly life.” 2 Peter 1:3A, NIrV

Save these upcoming events:

• Friday, January 28 | Student Game Night 6:30-8pm at Restoration

• Saturday, February 26 | Broomball with Greg Carlson (details coming soon)

• Thursday, March 10 | FMSC Packing Event 7-8:30pm at Eagan Location

Student Game Night

Ever played Catchphrase? Well what is a group competition, usually played around a table, with pieces and rules. That’s right, a board game. Restoration students is hosting a board game night and you and a friend are invited. January 28th meet at Restoration from 6:30-8pm! We will have party games, some games for 2-4 players, and even some jackbox if you’re up for it. So bring a friend, a game you like, and maybe even a snack to share and let's get playing. Please email Kirk Vilhauer at vilhauer.kirk@gmail.com with questions and to let him know how many are coming in your group.

Middle School Bible Study

The Middle School Bible Study will start back up on Friday, February 4 from 6:30-8pm at Restoration and will meet every first and third Friday (February 18, March 4, 18, April 1). Pizza will be provided for the first night!

Bring your Bible, a friend and questions you would like answered as we dive in to God’s word together. If you have any questions, contact Paula Herko.