This Week at Esther
*THIS WEEK AT ESTHER*
Sunday, January 4TH– Second Sunday of Christmas
NO SUNDAY SCHOOL
10 am – Worship with Holy Communion led by Pr. Greg Billberg
2 pm – Worship at St. William’s
Wednesday, January 7th
6 pm – Confirmation: Meal: Laney Steidl
Thursday, January 8th
9 am – Quilting Day- bring a sack lunch
Sunday, January 11th – Baptism of our Lord
8:30 am – WELCA
9 am – Sunday School
10 am – Worship led by Pastor Dennis Preston
2 pm – Worship at St. William’s
*NEWS AND NOTES*
Sign-up sheets for 2026 Worship Tasks are on the Narthex table.
We will be taking down the Christmas decorations following worship on Sunday, January 11th. Many hands make light work!
SAVE THE DATE: The Esther Annual Meeting will be on Sunday, January 25th following worship with a back-up date of February 1st. There will be a potluck afterwards. Please have your financials to the auditors by January 11th. Please have reports to the office by January 17th.
Artisan Bread Class by Dave from Miltona Greenhouse! When: Monday, January 26th at 6:30 pm. Where: Esther Lutheran Church. Cost: $30.00 per person. We need a minimum of 5 people for a class to be held. Please bring an ice cream bucket WITH a lid. You will get enough dough to take home for two loaves of bread. Sign-up sheet will be in the Narthex for anyone interested. Please sign up by January 22nd so Dave has time to purchase all the ingredients for the quantity of people. Please make your checks payable to Esther WELCA. All guys and gals are invited!
Luther Crest Camp Opportunities: Summer Camp Early Bird Registration goes until February 14th. The Esther Camp Fund and WELCA cover all but the registration fee! Register online at luthercrest.org.
Children and Youth Retreats: These weekends are filled with games, worship, Bible study, winter play, cabin time, and new friendships. Dates: January 16-18 and February 6-8 or campers grades 3-9
Youth Leader Jamboree: This FREE retreat offers time for renewal, networking, meaningful conversation, and inspiration with other youth ministry leaders. It’s a great way to enter the year refreshed and encouraged. This retreat is free for all who work with youth in their congregation and communities. Dates: January 11-13.
High School Recharge Retreat: This weekend is designed for high schoolers to slow down, connect with God and peers, and enjoy intentional rest with fun activities and quiet moments alike. Dates: February 20-22.
Adult Creative Retreat: Come to the Adult Creative Retreat at Luther Crest and breathe life into your creative spirit in community with others. Whether you love art, writing, music, crafting, or simply exploring your imagination, this weekend offers time away to slow down, create, reflect, and connect with God and with others in a peaceful camp setting. Enjoy cozy spaces, inspiring conversations, and campfire moments, and creative time that feeds your soul. Dates: March 26-29.
Women’s Week: Come for the week or just a day and experience joy, fun, food, and spiritual growth alongside a crew of amazing women. Dates: June 21-26.
Esther Lutheran Church, ELCA
11019 625th Ave, Parkers Prairie, MN 56361 – Telephone:218-338-2171
Website: estherlutheran.com Email: secretary@estherlutheran.net
Facebook: facebook.com/estherlutheran/
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