Parent Connection April 8

More Permanent than Mountains

          One of the key features of Alaska is the mountains. People come from all over the world to climb, hike, ski, photograph, and appreciate the mountains we have the privilege of viewing every morning when we awake. We boast about the massive white peak named Denali. This highest mountain north of the Andes was there long before the explorers found and named it. It will be there long after we are gone.

We think of mountains as being very permanent, but they will not be here forever. An earthquake could flatten Denali to sea level, or even sink it in Cook Inlet. However, there is one thing that will last forever. Isaiah says, “‘Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,’ says the Lord.” Isaiah 54:10.

God’s love for us is “unfailing”, it cannot be destroyed. That love shines most brightly on another mountain – the one called Golgotha. It was on that hill that God’s Son climbed the steepest mountain in the world while carrying the massive load of the world’s sin. He carried that awful load all the way into hell’s furor. He conquered that mountain and victoriously planted His flag of salvation in Joseph’s garden. Because He completed His work, we sinners now have peace with God. God is our Father, we are His children, heaven is our home. His love for us, unshakable in this world and stretching into the next, reassures us in every time of trouble. 

Indoor Soccer

Congratulations, Huskies, for winning second place in the tournament!  We are very proud of you!!

Track Practice     

We will begin practicing on Thursday, April 11th, at Cuddy Midtown Park at the skating oval between 4:00pm-5:30pm. Children may be picked up at the park at 5:30pm or at school between 5:45pm and 6:00pm depending on traffic.

Please return permission slips by Thursday, April 11th.

Spanish Class

          We will have class tonight and Wednesday from 3:45pm-4:15pm. 

Midweek Lenten Services

          Our last midweek Lenten worship service is Wednesday at 3:00pm and 6:30pm.   

Easter for Families

Bring your whole family to Faith for some Easter fun! On Saturday, April 13th, families are invited from 9:00am-12:00pm for fun Easter activities. Come and hear the Easter story, dye eggs, make crafts, play games, and go on an Easter egg hunt!

Jr. Choir Sings

          Junior choir will sing and hand chimes will play at Peace in Eagle River on Sunday, April 14th, during the 10:30 am service.  Please be there by 10:10am. 

If you need a ride to the church, please speak with Miss Kruger or contact her at 928-812-0311 or missheidikruger@gmail.com.

April Hot Lunch

          Hot Lunch will be on Thursday, April 18th.  The menu for this month is sloppy joes, carrots and celery, fruit, and dessert. The cost is $4.00 cash or check made out to PTF Faith Lutheran. Please return the attached form and money by Friday.  Parents are welcome to join their students for lunch.

No School

          There is no school or preschool on Friday, April 19th (Good Friday) and Monday, April 22nd for the Easter holiday. Classes resume on Tuesday, April 23rd.

Kids’ Day at the Dena’ina

          We will be hosting a booth at Kids’ Day on Saturday, April 20th.  The event runs from 10:00am – 4:00pm, and highlights programs for children in and around Anchorage.  We are in urgent need for volunteers to help throughout the day.  If you can spare two hours, that would be awesome!  Please sign-up to help kids make maracas at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A44A5A723A20-kids

Easter Celebrations

          Our family here at Faith Lutheran Church would be honored if you would make plans to join us to celebrate Easter. 

Maundy Thursday Seder Meal: 6:00pm

Good Friday Worship Service: 6:30pm

Easter Sunday:

Early worship service at 8:00am. 

Hymn Sing at 9:15am

Late worship service at 10:30am

Breakfast will be served all morning.

Free Piano

          Are you in the market for a free piano? All you’ll have to do is move it and have it tuned on your own.  Please see Mrs. Z for more details. 

Open Enrollment

Enrollment for the 2019/2020 school year is currently in progress.  Please enroll your student(s) who will be returning to Faith next year using the link in the email you received from TADS. 

If you have any questions, please contact the office.

April Birthdays

Caroline K. – April 21