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Gathering "Together in Prayer Every Monday at Noon" is a special time for each of us. Instead of rushing around in the busyness of the fall season, let us remember to be still before our Lord, listen to what He is saying and then do whatever He asks of us.

In repentance and rest is your salvation; in quietness and trust is your strength. Isaiah 30:15 (NIV)

Lord of my life,

I praise You, Lord, for Your continued faithfulness in my life and for Your Word that gives me hope and comfort every day. Your blessings surround me like a warm blanket on a cool fall day as I snuggle in the comfort of Your love.

Help me to slow down today, seek Your will in Your Word and find rest for my weary soul. Let me be still and listen instead of always talking. Remind me that it is all right to be still and go to a quiet place, just as You did when You were here on earth. Help me to remember that "quiet" time is as important as "doing" time. When I am strengthened by being in Your Presence, show me where You would have me serve You each day. In Jesus' Name, Amen

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MAKE NATIONAL CONVENTION PLANS

Prairie schooners probably won't get you there, but you should be booking planes and automobiles (and definitely chartered buses) to attend the LWML convention in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, June 21-24, 2007! Plans to carry out the theme "ROCK! Rest On Christ the King" are solidly moving forward with on-site servant activities for the King's Servants for Thursday, June 21. At the opening Communion Worship Service on Thursday evening, Rev. Dr. Dean Nadasdy, LCMS 2nd Vice President, Sr. Pastor at Woodbury Lutheran Church, Woodbury, Minnesota, will serve as worship proclaimer. Stay tuned for more and visit www.lwml.org.

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PRECIOUS JOURNEY CONTINUES

Twelve committees and task forces came together in St. Louis for their second Precious Journey at the 2007 Interdepartmental Meeting in October. The group, guided by the Executive Committee, met to make plans for the 2007 convention in Sioux Falls and to continue working toward completion of projects and activities for the biennium. Look for great new products and resources in Sioux Falls!

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GOODSEARCH NEARS $2,000

As more and more LWML members are using GoodSearch to search the internet, mission funds are benefiting. We know that "mites" can be mighty, and now with thousands of searches made each month and a penny given to missions for each search, we've raised almost $2,000! Please visit www.goodsearch.com and type LWML under "I'm supporting" to participate. 

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MISSION GRANT UPDATE

Sept. 30 marked the 18-month point or 3/4 of the way through the biennium. Mites received at that point totaled $1,135,877.30 or 70% of the biennium goal of $1,625,000.

Now that all 40 districts have completed their conventions, it is exciting to report that approximately $100,000 in offerings and special activities at the conventions were designated to mission mites -- TO GOD BE THE GLORY! For more information, visit the Mission Grants Web page at http://www.lwml.org/mission/index_mission.html

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CONVENTIONS CONCLUDE

Chesapeake: Under the theme "Reach One More for Jesus," 219 attendees, including eight YWRs, heard Rev. Tich Luu share about coming to know Jesus. Sylvia Shives did an excellent job chairing her last convention. We welcome new president, Joan Kelly.

Florida-Georgia: The convention theme of "God's Grace ... the Heart of it all!" was celebrated by 358 attendees, including 11 YWRs, one teen, and a new society being chartered. Lois Ford did a wonderful job in chairing her first convention.  

Nebraska South: Karen Christner welcomed 465 attendees, including 30 YWRs and 8 teens. Seventy-four quilts were completed, 880 hygiene kits were gathered, $2,309 was collected in quarters for Orphan Grain Train and 420 Spanish Bibles were marked. 

Northern Illinois: The last district convention of 2006 was held Oct. 13-14  under the theme "Declare His Glory." Linda Arnold did an excellent job chairing her final convention.  Sherrie Smith was elected the new DP.

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A UNIQUE GIVING OPTION

Just a reminder that LWML has enrolled in the GivingPlus® Program, a one-of-a-kind member-directed granting program offered through Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

A gift to the LWML can now accomplish even more. Through the Giving Plus® Program, a member's financial gift will be supplemented by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Thrivent will contribute $1 for every $2 donated to LWML up to a $300 maximum supplement to the organization per year.

How can you get more information and start using the GivingPlus®Program?

Select one of the following options.

• By Internet: Visit www.thrivent.com Under "Quick Links" click on Fraternal Programs, then Church Programs then GivingPlus®Program.
• Print the Giving Plus Program information and Member Gift Form at: Thrivent.
• By Phone: Call 800-THRIVENT (800-847-4836), select option 3 and dial extension 85909.

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The LWML, with a membership of over 250,000, is the official women's auxiliary of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. The LWML focuses on affirming each woman in her relationship with Christ to enable her to be in ministry among the people of the world. For over 60 years the LWML has been encouraging and equipping women to live out their Christian lives in active mission ministries and to financially support global mission.

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