June 11-15

Jesus said: “Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Sell your possessions, and give to the needy. Provide yourselves with moneybags that do not grow old, with a treasure in the heavens that does not fail, where no thief approaches and no moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” – Luke 12:32-34

SUNDAY: (Summer Schedule Starts)
9:00 am – Divine Service / Communion

MONDAY:
6:30 pm – Vespers Service / Communion

THOSE SERVING USTHIS WEEK: 06/14
Ushers: Tom Langseth, Zachari Ruhl, Mike O’Neill, Shon O’Neill

Altar Guild: Barbara

Organist: Albert Harris
Vespers Accompanist: Mallory Daniels
Live Stream: Matt Kopf
Acolyte: Norin Sundby

THOSE SERVING US NEXT WEEK: 06/21 (Father’s Day)
Ushers: Tom Langseth, Zachari Ruhl, Mike O’Neill, Shon O’Neill

Altar Guild: Barbara

Organist: Sharon King
Live Stream: Matt Kopf
Acolyte: Ayden Ault

ALTAR FLOWERS:
Please contact the church office at office@parklandlutheran.org if you would like to supply flowers. We will ask for the date you would like to give flowers and the reason (if there is one). These upcoming dates are available/reserved:

Jun. 21 (Trinity 3 – paraments are green) – Available
Jun. 28 (Trinity 4 – paraments are green) – Reserved
July   5 (Trinity 5 – paraments are green) – Reserved
July 12 (Trinity 6 – paraments are green) – Available

FLAG DAY IN THE UNITED STATES:
People across the United States celebrate Flag Day on June 14 each year to honor the United States flag and to commemorate the flag’s adoption on June 14, 1777, by the Continental Congress of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States.

Notes!

PLC SERVICE TIME CHANGES – 9:00 AM:
Please note the following changes to Parkland Lutheran Church’s service schedule for the summer months:

Summer Schedule: June 14 – September 6

  • Sundays
    • Divine Service: 9:00 am
  • Mondays
    • Vespers Service: 6:30 pm (No change)

School Year Schedule: Beginning September 13

  • Sundays
    • Sunday School & Adult Bible Class: 8:15 am
    • Divine Service: 9:30 am
  • Mondays
    • Vespers Service: 6:30 pm

NO MONDAY VESPERS SERVICE 6/22:
There will be no Vespers Service on Monday, June 22 due to the Synod Convention.

A NOTE OF THANKS:
The Boards of Trustees and Christian Education would like to thank everyone who was able to help out at our Campus Clean-Up Day. A few families helped to spruce things up for graduation and summer. Thank you!

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR HOLY COMMUNION:
The pastors would like to remind our membership of the importance of receiving Christ regularly and often, both in Word and in Sacrament. Usually this happens when we gather together on Sunday morning (9:00 am every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays of the month) and every Monday evening (6:30 pm). If you are unable to attend the Divine Service for a prolonged period of time, please let us know so that we can arrange a way to serve you regularly.

COMMUNION ON NON-COMMUNION SUNDAYS:
For those desiring to receive the Lord’s Supper on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month (when communion is not served during the service) the pastors will make themselves available. We will have a signup sheet in the Narthex so that you may write your name down and your preference to receive the common cup or an individual cup. After everyone is dismissed from the nave, then you may return to the altar for the Lord’s Supper.

PASTORS AT CONVENTION & SUMMER FAMILY DAYS:
Synod Convention: Beginning on Sunday (June 21) after church through Thursday (June 25) the pastors will be out of town. In the case of a spiritual emergency, they may be reached by phone or text but may not be able to respond immediately (due to being out of range or other activities). The Elders will be “on call” during this time.

Family Days: Family days are so designated for each pastor to be able to have a day of respite with his family each week. If you need to contact a specific pastor, please be considerate of the day.

  • If it is a non-urgent church matter, please contact him on a day that is not his family day.
  • If it is urgent, please consider contacting the other pastors first.
  • If it is an emergency, do not hesitate to call.

Pr. Gullixson – during summer his family day will be Thursdays.
Pr. Lehne – will continue to take Fridays off.
Pr. Sparley – will continue to take Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays off.

Thank you for your understanding.

2026 ANNUAL CEMETERY LETTER:
Please see the Midweek Update to view the PLC 2026 cemetery letter.

JUNE GIVING FOR BUDGET AND MORTGAGE:
Please see the Midweek Update for details.

Reminder Notes!

WOMAN’S CLUB LUNCHEON:
Women of the congregation, come and join the members of Women’s Club for a no-host-lunch at BJ’s Restaurant at the South Hill Mall Saturday, June 20 at 12:00 pm. We would love to share info about Women’s Club and some upcoming events we have planned. We would like to confirm with the restaurant.

Please RSVP to:

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: JULY 12 CONGREGATIONAL MEETING:
The Pastoral Planning (ad hoc) Committee would like to present a few options to the congregation regarding our future pastoral needs and desires. This will be a good opportunity for the congregation to hear an update on current happenings and to consider our thoughts for the future at Parkland. Please plan to attend the meeting after church on Sunday, July 12 at 10:30 am.

CHRISTIANITY 101 MEMBERSHIP CLASSES:
Beginning on July 19, we will offer another class called “Christianity 101.” This class goes into more detail regarding the teachings of the Christian faith. Some take this class to become members of Parkland Lutheran Church, others take it as a refresher course, and still others take the class to learn more about what Parkland Lutheran teaches.

Sundays, beginning July 19, at 10:45 am: If you are interested in taking this class or know of anyone else who might be, please contact the church office at 253.537.5492.

PORTALS OF PRAYER AVAILABLE:
The new Portals of Prayer devotion books for July-September 2026 are available in the church narthex. Please take extra copies for family members or friends that could use the encouragement of the Gospel.

MUSIC CAMP AT PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH:
Join us as we teach the beauty and joy of music, especially as we use it to confess our faith and praise our Lord! Learn music and singing fundamentals, vocal harmony, bells/chimes, and more! No musical experience is required to join! See below for details.

  • Who: Students going into 3rd Grade through High School
  • When: August 10-14, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm (Family Bible School is directly after!)
  • Where: PLS Basement (Extended Care Room)
  • Cost: $25 per Household

For more information or to register, please click here.
Questions? Email Pastor Gullixson at pastorgullixson@gmail.com.

PARKLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH FAMILY BIBLE SCHOOL:
Please join Parkland Lutheran Church for Family Bible School on August 10-14, from 5:00 pm to 7:15 pm in the Ark (gym). Family Bible School is an opportunity for everyone, whether single or married, with or without children, to come and learn with the Family of God about their Savior and divine forgiveness.

Each evening begins with supper at 5:00pm, followed by devotions, Bible lessons, fellowship, crafts, activities, and guidance for continuing devotions in your own home. All are welcome to attend!

MLC CONGREGATIONAL PARTNER GRANT:
As we have done for the past three years, the Board of Directors has authorized a fundraiser to assist Anna Cloyd through Martin Luther College’s Congregational Partnership Grant program. MLC will match any money given by PLC up to $1,600. On June 22 and 29 we will have an opportunity to donate towards this matching grant. Please consider how you may support Anna Cloyd toward her goal of serving as a teacher. She will be completing her course of study this year.

ELECTRONIC GIVING:
Parkland Lutheran Church has a convenient way to make your regular offerings. With our electronic giving program, you can easily set up a recurring giving schedule or make one-time contributions. Visit our church website for more information or go straight to it by clicking on this link

  1. This is optional; the old system of contributing by check and cash still works.
  2. Members can still set something up through their banks so that regular checks are mailed in.
  3. If members choose this new option, they might wish to consider still using their envelopes and indicate on them that contributions are given electronically (not necessary, but that way a young confirmation student sees regular contributions going into the offering plate).