This Week at Mt. Olive

Good evening, fellow redeemed!

Today we remember and thank God for the life and ministry of St. Cyprian (A.D. ca. 200–258). He was acclaimed bishop of the north African city in Carthage around 248. During the persecution of the roman Emperor Decius, Cyprian fled Carthage but returned two years later. He was then forced to deal with the problem of Christians who had lapsed from their faith under persecution and now wanted to return to the Church. It was decided that these lapsed Christians could be restored but that their restoration could take place only after a period of penance that demonstrated their faithfulness. During the persecution under Emperor Valerian, Cyprian at first went into hiding but later gave himself up to the authorities. He was beheaded for the faith in Carthage in the year 258.

Almighty God, You gave your servant Cyprian boldness to confess the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, before the rulers of this world and courage to die for the faith he proclaimed. Give us strength always to be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Prayer Concerns:
Summer King
Lucinda Rodela
Ann Cleveland, Ruby Rieder, Burt and Doris Nelson, Ellie Reiners, Walter and Pearly Theiss
Those who serve in our armed forces and their families: Rob Vadney
Our nation and those who serve in her, that they be kept safe from our enemies
Our Sunday School superintendent, Lori, and the Sunday School teachers

This Week at Mt. Olive:
This afternoon was a great time among youth. Matthew, Rose, Trevor, August, Jonathan, Michael, Katie and I took to the bowling alley. To tell the truth, a lot of gutter balls found their way to the end of the lanes and some strange bowling strokes were displayed. A good time was had by all, and Pastor Jennings took the lanes with a 128.

Monday, September 17
6 p.m.
Zumba

6:30 p.m.
Board of Elders

Tuesday, September 18
4:30 p.m.
Adult Instruction

6 p.m.
Jr. Confirmation Instruction

Wednesday, September 19
8:30 a.m.
Chapel

9:30 a.m.
Bible Study

7:30 p.m.
Why Does It Matter - Barnes and Noble

God bless!
PKJ