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From The Pastor's Desk

Remember to Remember…

One Memorial Day, some children were asked what the holiday meant to them. "That's the day the swimming pool opens!" answered one eager boy. What he didn't realize or appreciate was that he can freely go to the pool because more than one million people have put their lives on the line to preserve America's democracy. Many of them have died so citizens of other countries might enjoy the privileges of political, social and economic freedom. Memorial Day is our opportunity to pause and remember the sacrifices of many of America's best citizens. They made the supreme sacrifice on our behalf, so please remember to honor these heroes on May 26th.

A Mother's Prayer….

Dear Lord, thank you for the blessings of my children. Help me rely on you for guidance, patience and even-temperedness through my days.

I want my children to love you, worship you and serve you as best they can. Grant me the wisdom to know how to influence them to live godly lives. Prevent me from provoking my children to anger and from manipulation or nagging them.

Fill our household with abiding love and respect, and help us all be united in purpose to do your will. In the name of Christ our Lord, Amen.

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On Sunday, May 4th, Mark Edmondson will be telling of his mission trip to Nicaragua. If you have not read the story of his trip that was in the West Salem paper on April 8th, you will find that story on the bulletin board outside the church office.

IF YOU DON'T LET US KNOW, WE CAN'T HELP

If you:

* Would like to be included in the Sunday prayer
* Are in need of pastoral care
* Would like to schedule a visit from the pastor
* Have been admitted to the hospital

Please contact the church office at 618-456-8532.

With the new privacy laws, the church is not always contacted by the hospital to let us know of your admittance. If you find that you will be hospitalized, please call the church office so that we may visit you and pray for and with you.

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		LAMB LIGHTS MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF THE WEST SALEM MORAVIAN CHURCH PO Box 27 ~ West Salem, IL 62476-0027 *May 2008*

		From The Pastor's Desk Remember to Remember… One Memorial Day, some children were asked what the holiday meant to them. "That's the day the swimming pool opens!" answered one eager boy. What he didn't realize or appreciate was that he can freely go to the pool because more than one million people have put their lives on the line to preserve America's democracy. Many of them have died so citizens of other countries might enjoy the privileges of political, social and economic freedom. Memorial Day is our opportunity to pause and remember the sacrifices of many of America's best citizens. They made the supreme sacrifice on our behalf, so please remember to honor these heroes on May 26th. A Mother's Prayer…. Dear Lord, thank you for the blessings of my children. Help me rely on you for guidance, patience and even-temperedness through my days. I want my children to love you, worship you and serve you as best they can. Grant me the wisdom to know how to influence them to live godly lives. Prevent me from provoking my children to anger and from manipulation or nagging them. Fill our household with abiding love and respect, and help us all be united in purpose to do your will. In the name of Christ our Lord, Amen. ___________________________________________________________ On Sunday, May 4th, Mark Edmondson will be telling of his mission trip to Nicaragua. If you have not read the story of his trip that was in the West Salem paper on April 8th, you will find that story on the bulletin board outside the church office. *IF YOU DON'T LET US KNOW, WE CAN'T HELP* If you: * Would like to be included in the Sunday prayer * Are in need of pastoral care * Would like to schedule a visit from the pastor * Have been admitted to the hospital Please contact the church office at 618-456-8532. With the new privacy laws, the church is not always contacted by the hospital to let us know of your admittance. If you find that you will be hospitalized, please call the church office so that we may visit you and pray for and with you.
	Our Mission: To lead people to a personal relationship with Christ, empowering them to spread the good news and serve Him. 2008 Congregational Watchword: "Praise the Lord, all you servants of the Lord who minister by night in the house of the Lord." Psalms 134:1 Sunday Morning Worship Schedule 9:00 am: Sunday School for all ages 10:10 am: Community Worship & Children's Church