4005 Dakota Street, Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-5659 / fax 320-763-3456

alexandriacovenant.org or ecc@alexandriacovenant.org

Leadership TeamLes Anderson (Chair) 320-834-2362 Lynette Kluver 320-763-7224 Linda Lovrien 320-763-5676 John LeVahn 320-763-5659 Rick Banke 320-763-2992 Joan Maus 320-283-5324 Jim Vassar 320-223-2045 Craig Bjerke 320-846-1525 Jim Rook 320-763-8891

February 27, 2011Welcome!It’s our sincere desire that you fi nd yourself at home and welcomed here at Alexandria Covenant. Please visit us at

the Welcome Center to learn more about how you and your family can get connected to others within the church and our community. Our Nursery is available for infants - 3 years old.

This Morning’s Outline

Please note that the ACC may use your image or your child’s image in any ACC publication, promotional materials, slide shows, or the ACC website. Contact the offi ce if you choose to decline participation for yourself or your family.

StaffJohn LeVahn-Senior PastorDawn Johnson-Director of AdministryAndrew Peabody-Senior High CoordinatorJulie Barnes-Children’s Ministry DirectorNancy Holm-Coordinator of Worship ArtsHelen Ann Wagner-Director of Care MinistryPaul Kusmak-Facility SpecialistLibby Taveirne-Facility AssistantDarlene Steiger-Parish Health NurseEliza Anderson-Treasurer/ Admin. AssistantMatthew Sandahl-Graphic DesignerRuth Nelson-Administrative AssistantCorki Hegland-Job Share ReceptionistJan Dzubay-Job Share Receptionist

Prelude (9:00 am) Gabe Myrin, piano

Gathering Song Welcome & Call to Worship Hymns (9:00 am) #265 All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name#298 He is Exalted

Choral Anthem (9:00 am)

PrayerSongs of PraiseOur Life Together (10:30 am) • Children ages 4 years-3rd grade are dismissed for

Children’s Church downstairs in room 100• Baptism of Maxwell Clay Stevens

son of Brad & Jackie Stevens

Offering Our GiftsOffertory Nic Stevens

Message Heavenly Work, Earthly WalkPart 4 - Eyes Wide Open, by Pastor John LeVahn

Closing Song (9:00 am) #699 May God’s Love Be Fixed Upon You

Closing Prayer

• Betty Fredman• Keith (Sue Winges’

brother-in-law)• Jeff

(Nona Erickson’s nephew)• Jimmy Anderson

(Mary Hart and JoAnne Gess’ brother)

• Shirley Altermatt• Sarah Johnson

(Marcia Siira’s friend)• Duane Shelden• Elroy Wussow

(Lori Hornberger’s father)• Merlyn Ordal• Mark Fearing (Carol

Anderson’s brother)

• Betty Fredman• Ina Raske• Tyson Meissner• Joe Bergstrom• Merritt Ploeger• Mark Blair• Cindy Sieve

(Renee Leighton’s friend)• Darlene Steiger • Don Haseman• Tonya Christman (Carmen

Silbernick’s sister, www.caringbridge.org/visit/tonyachristman)

• Tamara (Donn & Ann Hjelle’s Daughter)

Offi ce

Hou

rs:

Monda

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ay

8:00

am-4

:30

pm

Prayer Requests

Don’t forget to check your mailboxes! Also, please check the community bulletin

board and the Parish Nurse information area located next to the mailboxes.

Please feel free to call the church offi ce if you are aware of any errors or updates to the prayer requests or praise reports.

4005 Dakota Street, Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-5659 / fax 320-763-3456

alexandriacovenant.org or ecc@alexandriacovenant.org

Leadership TeamLes Anderson (Chair) 320-834-2362 Lynette Kluver 320-763-7224 Linda Lovrien 320-763-5676 John LeVahn 320-763-5659 Rick Banke 320-763-2992 Joan Maus 320-283-5324 Jim Vassar 320-223-2045 Craig Bjerke 320-846-1525 Jim Rook 320-763-8891

February 27, 2011Welcome!It’s our sincere desire that you fi nd yourself at home and welcomed here at Alexandria Covenant. Please visit us at

the Welcome Center to learn more about how you and your family can get connected to others within the church and our community. Our Nursery is available for infants - 3 years old.

This Morning’s Outline

Please note that the ACC may use your image or your child’s image in any ACC publication, promotional materials, slide shows, or the ACC website. Contact the offi ce if you choose to decline participation for yourself or your family.

StaffJohn LeVahn-Senior PastorDawn Johnson-Director of AdministryAndrew Peabody-Senior High CoordinatorJulie Barnes-Children’s Ministry DirectorNancy Holm-Coordinator of Worship ArtsHelen Ann Wagner-Director of Care MinistryPaul Kusmak-Facility SpecialistLibby Taveirne-Facility AssistantDarlene Steiger-Parish Health NurseEliza Anderson-Treasurer/ Admin. AssistantMatthew Sandahl-Graphic DesignerRuth Nelson-Administrative AssistantCorki Hegland-Job Share ReceptionistJan Dzubay-Job Share Receptionist

Prelude (9:00 am) Gabe Myrin, piano

Gathering Song Welcome & Call to Worship Hymns (9:00 am) #265 All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name#298 He is Exalted

Choral Anthem (9:00 am)

PrayerSongs of PraiseOur Life Together (10:30 am) • Children ages 4 years-3rd grade are dismissed for

Children’s Church downstairs in room 100• Baptism of Maxwell Clay Stevens

son of Brad & Jackie Stevens

Offering Our GiftsOffertory Nic Stevens

Message Heavenly Work, Earthly WalkPart 4 - Eyes Wide Open, by Pastor John LeVahn

Closing Song (9:00 am) #699 May God’s Love Be Fixed Upon You

Closing Prayer

• Betty Fredman• Keith (Sue Winges’

brother-in-law)• Jeff

(Nona Erickson’s nephew)• Jimmy Anderson

(Mary Hart and JoAnne Gess’ brother)

• Shirley Altermatt• Sarah Johnson

(Marcia Siira’s friend)• Duane Shelden• Elroy Wussow

(Lori Hornberger’s father)• Merlyn Ordal• Mark Fearing (Carol

Anderson’s brother)

• Betty Fredman• Ina Raske• Tyson Meissner• Joe Bergstrom• Merritt Ploeger• Mark Blair• Cindy Sieve

(Renee Leighton’s friend)• Darlene Steiger • Don Haseman• Tonya Christman (Carmen

Silbernick’s sister, www.caringbridge.org/visit/tonyachristman)

• Tamara (Donn & Ann Hjelle’s Daughter)

Offi ce

Hou

rs:

Monda

y-Frid

ay

8:00

am-4

:30

pm

Prayer Requests

Don’t forget to check your mailboxes! Also, please check the community bulletin

board and the Parish Nurse information area located next to the mailboxes.

Please feel free to call the church offi ce if you are aware of any errors or updates to the prayer requests or praise reports.

Bibles by the Bedside

Receptionist Position Available

We Need Volunteers!

Newborns

Sew to ShareFebruary 15th, 9:00-12:00 pm (First and Third Tuesday each month)Sew to Share creates quilts for those in the church family who are suffering from an illness or long-term injury, children, women’s shelters in the area, and newborns in need at DCH. They also put together mid-wife kits to send to Africa. Join them if you have an interest in sewing, and they’ll find a way to use your talents to benefit the church body.Location: The Fellowship CenterFor More information contact Anita Ferguson 320-808-6269Play

If you’re 60 years or older, join the Young at Heart fellowship group at the Pizza Ranch for lunch and conversation. Bring a friend! Look for the $5.99 senior discount coupon in the Senior Perspective Newspaper. Prize Drawings! Join us in the party room. For more information call Sherri Bear at 320.219.7164.

Youngat HeartYoungat Heart

Family Gymnasium EventMarch 6th, 3:30-5:30 pmParents and preschool/kindergarten families! Grab your trike or bike and bring them to church for a fun afternoon in the Fellowship Center!

Promiseland kids meet in the Family Life Center with your parents and your favorite gym balls and equipment.

Bring a snack to share and lets have fun! We’ll see you at the church for a wild ride!Contact Julie Barnes at the church office for more details, 320.763.5659.

The January Bibles by the Bedside calendars are due next Sunday. It’s not too late to be a Bibles by the Bedside reader. Call Karyn Clare at 320-554-7095 for more information or stop at the Welcome Center.

Young at Heart March 3rd, 12:00 pm

NW Women’s Conference

The Church is accepting applications for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant position for the Church Office. Applicants must be able to work up to 40 hours/week and have excellent computer, phone and customer service skills. Apply in the church office with your resumé. Office hours are 8:00 am-4:30 pm

APPLY @ CHURCH OFFICE

We need volunteers to help with the Children’s Ministry Team!

• AWANA Cubbies Co-Directors for 2011-2012

• Jungle Sunday School (3 yrs-Kindergarten) Director

• Vacation Bible School 2011 Co-Directors for Preschool and Elementary levels. Training and Mentorship from current leaders will equip you to transition into leading these programs.

Contact Julie Barnes at the Church Office for more information on how you can help the church body, 320.763.5659.

Lake Beauty Bible Camp Fundraiser March 6th, 9:00 & 10:30 am

On March 6th, we will be hearing from Brian Alnes, Executive Director of Lake Beauty Bible Camp. The Promiseland kids will be singing and we will hear stories of how God has been transforming lives at Lake Beauty! You will have the chance to give and help our students offset the cost of camp registration. We will have baskets at the doors as you leave worship. If you wish to write a check, please make it out to ACC with LBBC in the memo line.

Benevolence and Communion SundayPlease be aware that Benevolence and Communion Sunday will be observed the second Sunday of March & April, and the third Sunday of May. However gifts are always welcome at any time of the month. If you would like to give toward those in need within our community please drop your check in the

offering plate and write Benevolence in the memo line.

This year the NW Conference Spring Renewal Event will be held at the Minneahaha Academy, 3100 West River Parkway, Minneapolis. Register by March for the discount price of $35 or by March 14 at $45. This event has great programs planned and will be worth your time and effort to attend. For more details on the NW Conference Spring Renewal Event pick up a flyer at the Welcome Center or/and call Gloria Lundblad 320.762.2218 or Marilyn Anderson 320.834.2362.

March 25th-26th

Congratulations to Paul & Carrie Seelhammer on the birth of their new baby boy, Timothy Jabulani Seelhammer, who was born February 24th, 2011. Mom and baby are healthy and should be able to come home on Saturday.

Bibles by the Bedside

Receptionist Position Available

We Need Volunteers!

Newborns

Sew to ShareFebruary 15th, 9:00-12:00 pm (First and Third Tuesday each month)Sew to Share creates quilts for those in the church family who are suffering from an illness or long-term injury, children, women’s shelters in the area, and newborns in need at DCH. They also put together mid-wife kits to send to Africa. Join them if you have an interest in sewing, and they’ll find a way to use your talents to benefit the church body.Location: The Fellowship CenterFor More information contact Anita Ferguson 320-808-6269Play

If you’re 60 years or older, join the Young at Heart fellowship group at the Pizza Ranch for lunch and conversation. Bring a friend! Look for the $5.99 senior discount coupon in the Senior Perspective Newspaper. Prize Drawings! Join us in the party room. For more information call Sherri Bear at 320.219.7164.

Youngat HeartYoungat Heart

Family Gymnasium EventMarch 6th, 3:30-5:30 pmParents and preschool/kindergarten families! Grab your trike or bike and bring them to church for a fun afternoon in the Fellowship Center!

Promiseland kids meet in the Family Life Center with your parents and your favorite gym balls and equipment.

Bring a snack to share and lets have fun! We’ll see you at the church for a wild ride!Contact Julie Barnes at the church office for more details, 320.763.5659.

The January Bibles by the Bedside calendars are due next Sunday. It’s not too late to be a Bibles by the Bedside reader. Call Karyn Clare at 320-554-7095 for more information or stop at the Welcome Center.

Young at Heart March 3rd, 12:00 pm

NW Women’s Conference

The Church is accepting applications for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant position for the Church Office. Applicants must be able to work up to 40 hours/week and have excellent computer, phone and customer service skills. Apply in the church office with your resumé. Office hours are 8:00 am-4:30 pm

APPLY @ CHURCH OFFICE

We need volunteers to help with the Children’s Ministry Team!

• AWANA Cubbies Co-Directors for 2011-2012

• Jungle Sunday School (3 yrs-Kindergarten) Director

• Vacation Bible School 2011 Co-Directors for Preschool and Elementary levels. Training and Mentorship from current leaders will equip you to transition into leading these programs.

Contact Julie Barnes at the Church Office for more information on how you can help the church body, 320.763.5659.

Lake Beauty Bible Camp Fundraiser March 6th, 9:00 & 10:30 am

On March 6th, we will be hearing from Brian Alnes, Executive Director of Lake Beauty Bible Camp. The Promiseland kids will be singing and we will hear stories of how God has been transforming lives at Lake Beauty! You will have the chance to give and help our students offset the cost of camp registration. We will have baskets at the doors as you leave worship. If you wish to write a check, please make it out to ACC with LBBC in the memo line.

Benevolence and Communion SundayPlease be aware that Benevolence and Communion Sunday will be observed the second Sunday of March & April, and the third Sunday of May. However gifts are always welcome at any time of the month. If you would like to give toward those in need within our community please drop your check in the

offering plate and write Benevolence in the memo line.

This year the NW Conference Spring Renewal Event will be held at the Minneahaha Academy, 3100 West River Parkway, Minneapolis. Register by March for the discount price of $35 or by March 14 at $45. This event has great programs planned and will be worth your time and effort to attend. For more details on the NW Conference Spring Renewal Event pick up a flyer at the Welcome Center or/and call Gloria Lundblad 320.762.2218 or Marilyn Anderson 320.834.2362.

March 25th-26th

Congratulations to Paul & Carrie Seelhammer on the birth of their new baby boy, Timothy Jabulani Seelhammer, who was born February 24th, 2011. Mom and baby are healthy and should be able to come home on Saturday.

Bibles by the Bedside

Receptionist Position Available

We Need Volunteers!

Newborns

Sew to ShareFebruary 15th, 9:00-12:00 pm (First and Third Tuesday each month)Sew to Share creates quilts for those in the church family who are suffering from an illness or long-term injury, children, women’s shelters in the area, and newborns in need at DCH. They also put together mid-wife kits to send to Africa. Join them if you have an interest in sewing, and they’ll find a way to use your talents to benefit the church body.Location: The Fellowship CenterFor More information contact Anita Ferguson 320-808-6269Play

If you’re 60 years or older, join the Young at Heart fellowship group at the Pizza Ranch for lunch and conversation. Bring a friend! Look for the $5.99 senior discount coupon in the Senior Perspective Newspaper. Prize Drawings! Join us in the party room. For more information call Sherri Bear at 320.219.7164.

Youngat HeartYoungat Heart

Family Gymnasium EventMarch 6th, 3:30-5:30 pmParents and preschool/kindergarten families! Grab your trike or bike and bring them to church for a fun afternoon in the Fellowship Center!

Promiseland kids meet in the Family Life Center with your parents and your favorite gym balls and equipment.

Bring a snack to share and lets have fun! We’ll see you at the church for a wild ride!Contact Julie Barnes at the church office for more details, 320.763.5659.

The January Bibles by the Bedside calendars are due next Sunday. It’s not too late to be a Bibles by the Bedside reader. Call Karyn Clare at 320-554-7095 for more information or stop at the Welcome Center.

Young at Heart March 3rd, 12:00 pm

NW Women’s Conference

The Church is accepting applications for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant position for the Church Office. Applicants must be able to work up to 40 hours/week and have excellent computer, phone and customer service skills. Apply in the church office with your resumé. Office hours are 8:00 am-4:30 pm

APPLY @ CHURCH OFFICE

We need volunteers to help with the Children’s Ministry Team!

• AWANA Cubbies Co-Directors for 2011-2012

• Jungle Sunday School (3 yrs-Kindergarten) Director

• Vacation Bible School 2011 Co-Directors for Preschool and Elementary levels. Training and Mentorship from current leaders will equip you to transition into leading these programs.

Contact Julie Barnes at the Church Office for more information on how you can help the church body, 320.763.5659.

Lake Beauty Bible Camp Fundraiser March 6th, 9:00 & 10:30 am

On March 6th, we will be hearing from Brian Alnes, Executive Director of Lake Beauty Bible Camp. The Promiseland kids will be singing and we will hear stories of how God has been transforming lives at Lake Beauty! You will have the chance to give and help our students offset the cost of camp registration. We will have baskets at the doors as you leave worship. If you wish to write a check, please make it out to ACC with LBBC in the memo line.

Benevolence and Communion SundayPlease be aware that Benevolence and Communion Sunday will be observed the second Sunday of March & April, and the third Sunday of May. However gifts are always welcome at any time of the month. If you would like to give toward those in need within our community please drop your check in the

offering plate and write Benevolence in the memo line.

This year the NW Conference Spring Renewal Event will be held at the Minneahaha Academy, 3100 West River Parkway, Minneapolis. Register by March for the discount price of $35 or by March 14 at $45. This event has great programs planned and will be worth your time and effort to attend. For more details on the NW Conference Spring Renewal Event pick up a flyer at the Welcome Center or/and call Gloria Lundblad 320.762.2218 or Marilyn Anderson 320.834.2362.

March 25th-26th

Congratulations to Paul & Carrie Seelhammer on the birth of their new baby boy, Timothy Jabulani Seelhammer, who was born February 24th, 2011. Mom and baby are healthy and should be able to come home on Saturday.

March 25-26, 2011Mount Carmel Retreat Center

Women’sMinistry Retreat

Leslie Montgomery-Anderson was born in California and raised in Idaho. She grew up with a passion for writing and as a result has written ten books throughout her career. She has been a writer for Focus on the Family for fourteen years and has written for television, radio and print. Currently, she works part-time counseling and teaching at Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Watertown, South Dakota, and is the State Coordinator for the 60th annual National Day of Prayer. Leslie has recently been awarded the prestigious award, “Women of Excellence,” an annual award given to a woman in the greater Sioux Empire who has set a highly admired standard of excellence through their endeavors. Leslie is married to Dallas Anderson of the Billy Graham

Evangelical Association and Mission America. She has two grown children as well as a two and a

half year old and a newborn. Additionally, Leslie is the proud grandmother of five.

Speaker:

Leslie Montgomery-Anderson

Cost is $90 (Includes Meals & Lodging)Registration with payment

will take place at the Welcome CenterNow - March 13th.

Contact Betty Bjurlin for details, 320.762.1651

“For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord

Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving

thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers."

Ephesians 1:15-16

First part of prayer: That we would ______________________________________________

“I keep asking that God give you the Spirit of wisdom and

revelation, so that you may know him better."

Ephesians 1:17

Second part of prayer: That the______ ______________________________________________

“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened…”

Ephesians 1:18

Three reason why Paul wants our heart to be enlightened

1.________________________________________________

2.________________________________________________

3.________________________________________________

Part 4 - Eyes Wide Open Ephesians 1:15-23John LeVahnFebruary 27, 2011This adoptive parent support

group provides parents with a confi dential, non-judgmental environment where they can learn from each other, celebrate their successes, brainstorm solutions to problems and concerns, and receive information on resources and training opportunities. Location: The Church Offi ce. For more information contact Dawn Johnson 320.760.0980.

Come join the Mighty Men of Prayer Ministry. This is a movement of the Holy Spirit calling men to intentionally

pray, men praying with and for other men. Location: The Fireside Room. For more details call Gerry Hoelescher at 320.763.6766.

Adoption Support Network March 3rd, 6:30 pm

College & Career Mondays, 6:30 pm

Mighty Menof Prayer Saturdays, 8:00-9:00 am

Young adults meet at Sheila Smesrud’s home for a study of the book of Ephesians. It’s our hope that this can be an encouraging group where people can feel comfortable sharing their thoughts openly during small group discussions of the Bible. Located at 720 22nd Avenue East Apt #327 Alexandria. For more information contact Matthew at 763.412.0564.

6:30-9:00 pm Adoption Support Network in office workroom

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9:00 am Blend of Hymns & Worship Choruses

9:00-10:00 am Christos Adult Bible Study in room 114

9:00-10:00 am First Step Class in the Fireside room

9:00-10:00 am Youth and Children’s Sunday School

9:00-10:00 am Dave Ramsey Total Money Makeover

Class in the Family Life Center

10:30 am Contemporary Service

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at Jim & Chanda Winkel’s home

6:30-7:30 pm Next Step Membership in room 114

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at the Gerry & Leslie

Hoelscher’s home

6:30-8:30 pm Impact in the Ministry Center

9:00-10:00 am Koffee & Kare at Traveler’s Inn 5:30-6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal in the Worship Center6:25-8:00 pm AWANA in Various rooms6:30-8:00 pm Journey in Various rooms6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Carlson’s home6:30-8:30 pm C-Group at the Giroux’s home6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group in the Ministry Center, led by Nathan & Amber Knick

10:00-11:30 pm In Step Group at Sherri Bear’s home6:30-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery in the Ministry Center6:30-8:30 pm College & Career at Sheila Smesrud’s home6:30-8:00 pm C-Groups at the Winkel’s home7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 120, led by Craig & Deb Bjerke7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Tom Bishop7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group at John & Sandy LeVahn’s home

This Week’s Events Dare2Share is committed to teaching and mobilizing teenagers during this evangelism training conference. Pick up a waiver form at the Welcome Center or online at www.alexandriayouth.com and drop it off at the church office. The $64 cost is due by March 4th.

Dare2Share (Junior & Senior High) March 11th & 12th

50+ Game Night March 11th, 6:30 pm

There is an upcoming 50+ Game Night at Lloyd and Vi Andserson’s home. Sign up for the fun at the Welcome Center. Bring a snack or dessert to share.Location: 342 County Road 44 NW Alexandria. For more information call Lloyd and Vi Anderson at 320.846.1291

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9:00-12:00 pm Sew to Share in room 114

9:30-11:30 pm MOPS Group in the Ministry Center

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 111,

led by Lonnie & Robin Apol & Rollin & Joanne Gust

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110,

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6:00-7:00 am Men’s Bible Study in the Fellowship Center

Women’s Bible Study March 31st, 9:00-11:00 am

God has designed a mission and a plan for your life. And He wants you to discover it. From stay-at-home mom to globe-trotting executive, young single woman to senior citizen, every modern woman has wondered, “How do I juggle it all?” Now, The Life Ready Woman helps women discover God’s road

map for finding balance, peace, and delight in this crazy contemporary life. This study will be held ever Thursday mornings, for eight weeks. Please purchase your book before the class starts. You can find it online at http://bit.ly/fiUtN6 . Sign up at the Welcome Center. Nursery Care is provided. Location: Ministry Center. For more information contact Amber Knick at 320.766.5222.

8:00-9:00 am Mighty Men of Prayer in the Fireside room

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March 25-26, 2011Mount Carmel Retreat Center

Women’sMinistry Retreat

Leslie Montgomery-Anderson was born in California and raised in Idaho. She grew up with a passion for writing and as a result has written ten books throughout her career. She has been a writer for Focus on the Family for fourteen years and has written for television, radio and print. Currently, she works part-time counseling and teaching at Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Watertown, South Dakota, and is the State Coordinator for the 60th annual National Day of Prayer. Leslie has recently been awarded the prestigious award, “Women of Excellence,” an annual award given to a woman in the greater Sioux Empire who has set a highly admired standard of excellence through their endeavors. Leslie is married to Dallas Anderson of the Billy Graham

Evangelical Association and Mission America. She has two grown children as well as a two and a

half year old and a newborn. Additionally, Leslie is the proud grandmother of five.

Speaker:

Leslie Montgomery-Anderson

Cost is $90 (Includes Meals & Lodging)Registration with payment

will take place at the Welcome CenterNow - March 13th.

Contact Betty Bjurlin for details, 320.762.1651

“For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord

Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving

thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers."

Ephesians 1:15-16

First part of prayer: That we would ______________________________________________

“I keep asking that God give you the Spirit of wisdom and

revelation, so that you may know him better."

Ephesians 1:17

Second part of prayer: That the______ ______________________________________________

“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened…”

Ephesians 1:18

Three reason why Paul wants our heart to be enlightened

1.________________________________________________

2.________________________________________________

3.________________________________________________

Part 4 - Eyes Wide Open Ephesians 1:15-23John LeVahnFebruary 27, 2011This adoptive parent support

group provides parents with a confi dential, non-judgmental environment where they can learn from each other, celebrate their successes, brainstorm solutions to problems and concerns, and receive information on resources and training opportunities. Location: The Church Offi ce. For more information contact Dawn Johnson 320.760.0980.

Come join the Mighty Men of Prayer Ministry. This is a movement of the Holy Spirit calling men to intentionally

pray, men praying with and for other men. Location: The Fireside Room. For more details call Gerry Hoelescher at 320.763.6766.

Adoption Support Network March 3rd, 6:30 pm

College & Career Mondays, 6:30 pm

Mighty Menof Prayer Saturdays, 8:00-9:00 am

Young adults meet at Sheila Smesrud’s home for a study of the book of Ephesians. It’s our hope that this can be an encouraging group where people can feel comfortable sharing their thoughts openly during small group discussions of the Bible. Located at 720 22nd Avenue East Apt #327 Alexandria. For more information contact Matthew at 763.412.0564.

March 25-26, 2011Mount Carmel Retreat Center

Women’sMinistry Retreat

Leslie Montgomery-Anderson was born in California and raised in Idaho. She grew up with a passion for writing and as a result has written ten books throughout her career. She has been a writer for Focus on the Family for fourteen years and has written for television, radio and print. Currently, she works part-time counseling and teaching at Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Watertown, South Dakota, and is the State Coordinator for the 60th annual National Day of Prayer. Leslie has recently been awarded the prestigious award, “Women of Excellence,” an annual award given to a woman in the greater Sioux Empire who has set a highly admired standard of excellence through their endeavors. Leslie is married to Dallas Anderson of the Billy Graham

Evangelical Association and Mission America. She has two grown children as well as a two and a

half year old and a newborn. Additionally, Leslie is the proud grandmother of five.

Speaker:

Leslie Montgomery-Anderson

Cost is $90 (Includes Meals & Lodging)Registration with payment

will take place at the Welcome CenterNow - March 13th.

Contact Betty Bjurlin for details, 320.762.1651

“For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord

Jesus and your love for all the saints, I have not stopped giving

thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers."

Ephesians 1:15-16

First part of prayer: That we would ______________________________________________

“I keep asking that God give you the Spirit of wisdom and

revelation, so that you may know him better."

Ephesians 1:17

Second part of prayer: That the______ ______________________________________________

“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened…”

Ephesians 1:18

Three reason why Paul wants our heart to be enlightened

1.________________________________________________

2.________________________________________________

3.________________________________________________

Part 4 - Eyes Wide Open Ephesians 1:15-23John LeVahnFebruary 27, 2011This adoptive parent support

group provides parents with a confi dential, non-judgmental environment where they can learn from each other, celebrate their successes, brainstorm solutions to problems and concerns, and receive information on resources and training opportunities. Location: The Church Offi ce. For more information contact Dawn Johnson 320.760.0980.

Come join the Mighty Men of Prayer Ministry. This is a movement of the Holy Spirit calling men to intentionally

pray, men praying with and for other men. Location: The Fireside Room. For more details call Gerry Hoelescher at 320.763.6766.

Adoption Support Network March 3rd, 6:30 pm

College & Career Mondays, 6:30 pm

Mighty Menof Prayer Saturdays, 8:00-9:00 am

Young adults meet at Sheila Smesrud’s home for a study of the book of Ephesians. It’s our hope that this can be an encouraging group where people can feel comfortable sharing their thoughts openly during small group discussions of the Bible. Located at 720 22nd Avenue East Apt #327 Alexandria. For more information contact Matthew at 763.412.0564.

6:30-9:00 pm Adoption Support Network in office workroom

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03

9:00 am Blend of Hymns & Worship Choruses

9:00-10:00 am Christos Adult Bible Study in room 114

9:00-10:00 am First Step Class in the Fireside room

9:00-10:00 am Youth and Children’s Sunday School

9:00-10:00 am Dave Ramsey Total Money Makeover

Class in the Family Life Center

10:30 am Contemporary Service

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at Jim & Chanda Winkel’s home

6:30-7:30 pm Next Step Membership in room 114

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at the Gerry & Leslie

Hoelscher’s home

6:30-8:30 pm Impact in the Ministry Center

9:00-10:00 am Koffee & Kare at Traveler’s Inn 5:30-6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal in the Worship Center6:25-8:00 pm AWANA in Various rooms6:30-8:00 pm Journey in Various rooms6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Carlson’s home6:30-8:30 pm C-Group at the Giroux’s home6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group in the Ministry Center, led by Nathan & Amber Knick

10:00-11:30 pm In Step Group at Sherri Bear’s home6:30-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery in the Ministry Center6:30-8:30 pm College & Career at Sheila Smesrud’s home6:30-8:00 pm C-Groups at the Winkel’s home7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 120, led by Craig & Deb Bjerke7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Tom Bishop7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group at John & Sandy LeVahn’s home

This Week’s Events Dare2Share is committed to teaching and mobilizing teenagers during this evangelism training conference. Pick up a waiver form at the Welcome Center or online at www.alexandriayouth.com and drop it off at the church office. The $64 cost is due by March 4th.

Dare2Share (Junior & Senior High) March 11th & 12th

50+ Game Night March 11th, 6:30 pm

There is an upcoming 50+ Game Night at Lloyd and Vi Andserson’s home. Sign up for the fun at the Welcome Center. Bring a snack or dessert to share.Location: 342 County Road 44 NW Alexandria. For more information call Lloyd and Vi Anderson at 320.846.1291

MONFEBRUARY

28

SUNFEBRUARY

27WEDMARCH

02

TUEMARCH

01

9:00-12:00 pm Sew to Share in room 114

9:30-11:30 pm MOPS Group in the Ministry Center

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 111,

led by Lonnie & Robin Apol & Rollin & Joanne Gust

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110,

FRIMARCH

04

6:00-7:00 am Men’s Bible Study in the Fellowship Center

Women’s Bible Study March 31st, 9:00-11:00 am

God has designed a mission and a plan for your life. And He wants you to discover it. From stay-at-home mom to globe-trotting executive, young single woman to senior citizen, every modern woman has wondered, “How do I juggle it all?” Now, The Life Ready Woman helps women discover God’s road

map for finding balance, peace, and delight in this crazy contemporary life. This study will be held ever Thursday mornings, for eight weeks. Please purchase your book before the class starts. You can find it online at http://bit.ly/fiUtN6 . Sign up at the Welcome Center. Nursery Care is provided. Location: Ministry Center. For more information contact Amber Knick at 320.766.5222.

8:00-9:00 am Mighty Men of Prayer in the Fireside room

SATMARCH

05

6:30-9:00 pm Adoption Support Network in office workroom

THRMARCH

03

9:00 am Blend of Hymns & Worship Choruses

9:00-10:00 am Christos Adult Bible Study in room 114

9:00-10:00 am First Step Class in the Fireside room

9:00-10:00 am Youth and Children’s Sunday School

9:00-10:00 am Dave Ramsey Total Money Makeover

Class in the Family Life Center

10:30 am Contemporary Service

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at Jim & Chanda Winkel’s home

6:30-7:30 pm Next Step Membership in room 114

6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group at the Gerry & Leslie

Hoelscher’s home

6:30-8:30 pm Impact in the Ministry Center

9:00-10:00 am Koffee & Kare at Traveler’s Inn 5:30-6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal in the Worship Center6:25-8:00 pm AWANA in Various rooms6:30-8:00 pm Journey in Various rooms6:30-8:00 pm C-Group at the Carlson’s home6:30-8:30 pm C-Group at the Giroux’s home6:30-8:00 pm In Step Group in the Ministry Center, led by Nathan & Amber Knick

10:00-11:30 pm In Step Group at Sherri Bear’s home6:30-8:30 pm Celebrate Recovery in the Ministry Center6:30-8:30 pm College & Career at Sheila Smesrud’s home6:30-8:00 pm C-Groups at the Winkel’s home7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 120, led by Craig & Deb Bjerke7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110, led by Tom Bishop7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group at John & Sandy LeVahn’s home

This Week’s Events Dare2Share is committed to teaching and mobilizing teenagers during this evangelism training conference. Pick up a waiver form at the Welcome Center or online at www.alexandriayouth.com and drop it off at the church office. The $64 cost is due by March 4th.

Dare2Share (Junior & Senior High) March 11th & 12th

50+ Game Night March 11th, 6:30 pm

There is an upcoming 50+ Game Night at Lloyd and Vi Andserson’s home. Sign up for the fun at the Welcome Center. Bring a snack or dessert to share.Location: 342 County Road 44 NW Alexandria. For more information call Lloyd and Vi Anderson at 320.846.1291

MONFEBRUARY

28

SUNFEBRUARY

27WEDMARCH

02

TUEMARCH

01

9:00-12:00 pm Sew to Share in room 114

9:30-11:30 pm MOPS Group in the Ministry Center

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 111,

led by Lonnie & Robin Apol & Rollin & Joanne Gust

7:00-8:30 pm In Step Group in room 110,

FRIMARCH

04

6:00-7:00 am Men’s Bible Study in the Fellowship Center

Women’s Bible Study March 31st, 9:00-11:00 am

God has designed a mission and a plan for your life. And He wants you to discover it. From stay-at-home mom to globe-trotting executive, young single woman to senior citizen, every modern woman has wondered, “How do I juggle it all?” Now, The Life Ready Woman helps women discover God’s road

map for finding balance, peace, and delight in this crazy contemporary life. This study will be held ever Thursday mornings, for eight weeks. Please purchase your book before the class starts. You can find it online at http://bit.ly/fiUtN6 . Sign up at the Welcome Center. Nursery Care is provided. Location: Ministry Center. For more information contact Amber Knick at 320.766.5222.

8:00-9:00 am Mighty Men of Prayer in the Fireside room

SATMARCH

05

4005 Dakota Street, Alexandria, MN 56308320-763-5659 / fax 320-763-3456

alexandriacovenant.org or ecc@alexandriacovenant.org

Leadership TeamLes Anderson (Chair) 320-834-2362 Lynette Kluver 320-763-7224 Linda Lovrien 320-763-5676 John LeVahn 320-763-5659 Rick Banke 320-763-2992 Joan Maus 320-283-5324 Jim Vassar 320-223-2045 Craig Bjerke 320-846-1525 Jim Rook 320-763-8891

February 27, 2011Welcome!It’s our sincere desire that you fi nd yourself at home and welcomed here at Alexandria Covenant. Please visit us at

the Welcome Center to learn more about how you and your family can get connected to others within the church and our community. Our Nursery is available for infants - 3 years old.

This Morning’s Outline

Please note that the ACC may use your image or your child’s image in any ACC publication, promotional materials, slide shows, or the ACC website. Contact the offi ce if you choose to decline participation for yourself or your family.

StaffJohn LeVahn-Senior PastorDawn Johnson-Director of AdministryAndrew Peabody-Senior High CoordinatorJulie Barnes-Children’s Ministry DirectorNancy Holm-Coordinator of Worship ArtsHelen Ann Wagner-Director of Care MinistryPaul Kusmak-Facility SpecialistLibby Taveirne-Facility AssistantDarlene Steiger-Parish Health NurseEliza Anderson-Treasurer/ Admin. AssistantMatthew Sandahl-Graphic DesignerRuth Nelson-Administrative AssistantCorki Hegland-Job Share ReceptionistJan Dzubay-Job Share Receptionist

Prelude (9:00 am) Gabe Myrin, piano

Gathering Song Welcome & Call to Worship Hymns (9:00 am) #265 All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name#298 He is Exalted

Choral Anthem (9:00 am)

PrayerSongs of PraiseOur Life Together (10:30 am) • Children ages 4 years-3rd grade are dismissed for

Children’s Church downstairs in room 100• Baptism of Maxwell Clay Stevens

son of Brad & Jackie Stevens

Offering Our GiftsOffertory Nic Stevens

Message Heavenly Work, Earthly WalkPart 4 - Eyes Wide Open, by Pastor John LeVahn

Closing Song (9:00 am) #699 May God’s Love Be Fixed Upon You

Closing Prayer

• Betty Fredman• Keith (Sue Winges’

brother-in-law)• Jeff

(Nona Erickson’s nephew)• Jimmy Anderson

(Mary Hart and JoAnne Gess’ brother)

• Shirley Altermatt• Sarah Johnson

(Marcia Siira’s friend)• Duane Shelden• Elroy Wussow

(Lori Hornberger’s father)• Merlyn Ordal• Mark Fearing (Carol

Anderson’s brother)

• Betty Fredman• Ina Raske• Tyson Meissner• Joe Bergstrom• Merritt Ploeger• Mark Blair• Cindy Sieve

(Renee Leighton’s friend)• Darlene Steiger • Don Haseman• Tonya Christman (Carmen

Silbernick’s sister, www.caringbridge.org/visit/tonyachristman)

• Tamara (Donn & Ann Hjelle’s Daughter)

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Prayer Requests

Don’t forget to check your mailboxes! Also, please check the community bulletin

board and the Parish Nurse information area located next to the mailboxes.

Please feel free to call the church offi ce if you are aware of any errors or updates to the prayer requests or praise reports.