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Grace Notes Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church ∙ Lockhart, Texas Called in grace we: Welcome ▪ Seek ▪ Share ▪ Serve 108 N. Medina St. ∙ (512) 398-6490 ∙ Pastor’s cell: (512)-995-1661 ∙ Preschool (512) 398-6488 gracelutheranlockhart@gma il.com ∙ www.gracelutheranlockhart.org

Adult Christian Education at Grace Lutheran Will Continue this Summer! 2013 Church Leaders 11 and Staff Teach me your way, O LORD, that I may walk in your truth; give me an

12 Pastor undivided heart to revere your name. I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, Bryan Dziadik-Willingham 13 with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name for ever. For great is your Congregation Council Tara Bittner, President steadfast love towards me. Psalm 78:11-13a

Nell Berry, Vice President Elaine Meyer, Secretary “Called in grace … we seek to grow through Fellowship, Teaching, Learning Kari Labit, Treasurer and Prayer.” Grace Lutheran Church’s Purpose and Guiding Principles Doug Spillmann, Member Clyde Sommerlatte, Member Our life-long journey of faith is best done with life-long Christian education!

Preschool Director Please join me and other members of Grace Lutheran Church as I lead the Eileen Larkin adult Bible study on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. in the office (just off the Preschool Board Debbie Lockhart, President entryway) of the sanctuary. Currently we are watching a video series Robert Cheatham, VP Roberta Smith, Secretary called Walking the Bible with Bruce Feiler, an award-winning journalist. Carol Olson, Treasurer This series helps us learn more about key stories from the first five books Billy Ray Buckner, Member Rachel Grubbs, Member of the Old Testament (also called the Torah, which means “teaching”).

Tina Ramsey, Member Elaine Meyer, Church Liaison This video series literally walks us through the places where these Bible

Christian Education stories actually happened in the past. It also helps us understand how God Judy Cathey, Supt. worked in the people’s lives then and how God continues to walk with us Teachers: Tara Bittner, Monica Malaer, Lenaya Smith, Bryan today! Dziadik-Willingham

Youth Leaders After we complete Walking the Bible, we’ll continue with a similar video Lenaya Smith, Coordinator series called Introducing Jesus of Nazareth. Hosted by gifted theologian

Women of the ELCA Officers Peter Marty, it walks us through the Holy Land where many of the stories of Jane Spillmann, Coordinator Carol Böer, Secretary Jesus’ ministry happened. These are some comments Peter Marty made Nell Berry, Treasurer about this wonderful video series: “One of the joys of traveling the Holy Altar Guild Officers Nell Berry, Coordinator Land comes through the connection between the topography beneath Clara Smith, Co-coordinator one’s feet and the biblical texts inside one’s head. What were once justO Carol Böer, Secretary words on a page in the Bible suddenly come alive – Galilee, Jericho,n Worship e Clara Smith, Readers Capernum, Tiberas are not just places; they are real places, full of Tommy Perkins, Ushers Linda Ottmers, Greeters everyday sights, smells and sounds. They are the real places that canc Carol Barnhart, Organist transport one’s head and heart right back to the time of Jesus.” a SzeWing Ho, Pianist I hope to see you on an upcoming Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. as wen journey through the Bible together. May God be with you and your family,d i Pastor Bryan Dziadik-Willingham d a t e

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Christian Education Opportunities at Grace

May 2013

Sunday School Each Sunday morning at 9:00 am in Fellowship Hall PreK – 6th Grade, Tara Bittner & Monica Malaer

HOLY MOLY – Bible Brought to Life – DVD Series with storytelling and activities

Bible Story Bible Text

May 5th Lazarus John 11:1-45 May 12th The Boy Teacher Luke 2:41-50

7th Grade – 12th Grade, Lenaya Smith This class will be discussing topics of the Worship Lectionary Sessions for the weeks of May 5th & May 12th

Sunday Morning Adult Sunday School Class, Pastor Bryan Dziadik-Willingham Walking the Bible – A video series by Bruce Feiler.

Wednesday Evening Program May 1 – May 15

Grades 8 and 9 Youth and Parents - Confirmation, Pastor Dziadik-Willingham and Judy Cathey This class will be studying selected Bible Stories.

Confirmation Sunday is May 19, Pentecost Sunday. (Remember to wear red) Our confirmation youth are Erin Bittner, Taylor Malaer, Aubrey Robinson, Alex Smith, and Ryan Spillmann.

WELCA Bible Study Tuesday, May 14 at 9:30 am at Parish Hall The women of the church will gather for a monthly Bible Study.

Missing Table

The church is missing a six foot long plastic table. Please check Worship Attendance: and see if you might have it or let us know if you have seen it hiding somewhere. April 7…….………..….71 April 14…….………….91

April 21…….………….80 Meals on Wheels April 28…….………….75 Grace Lutheran will be doing Meals on Wheels May 16-31. A sign-up sheet will be in the church narthex soon.

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Summer Camp Information VBS/Day Camp

We have received information from Cross Trails The Incredible Journey – Ministry on their Summer Camp program. The Exploring God’s Treasures theme for this year’s program is “The Incredible Journey” Exploring God’s Treasures. Program “For where your treasure is, options are available for children completing 1st there will your heart be also” Grade through 11th Grade. Children can enjoy Luke 12:34 summer camp programs at Lutheran Camp Congregational Day Camp Chrysalis and Ebert Ranch. There are also off-site July 7 – July 12 opportunities for children from Grades 6-11.

We will have two groups, Explorers – Grades 2-3 Summer is just around the corner and with and Yearlings – Grades 4-6, going to Camp summer comes opportunities for our children to Chrysalis the week of July 28th thru August 2nd. enjoy Vacation Bible School. This summer our

There are also Retreat opportunities for adults and congregation will once again be hosting Cross families during the summer months as follows: Trails Ministry’s Congregational Day Camp. This is an opportunity for children completing Family Retreats Kindergarten thru 5th grade to enjoy a week filled

Family Camp: August 4-9 at Camp Chrysalis for with Day Camp fun at our church. Day Camp is families scheduled for the week of July 7 – July 12, from Grandparent Camp: August 4-9 at Camp 8:30 am through 3:30 pm. The theme for the Chrysalis for Grandparents & Grandchildren week is “The Incredible Journey – Exploring “Viva Las Vegas” Family & Friends Labor God’s Treasures”. The children will be exploring Day Retreat: August 30-September 2 at Camp God’s treasures as they try to learn more about the Chrysalis for families heart of God. Campers will discover the “treasures” of Love & Acceptance (Baptism), Adult Retreat Guidance (Commandments & Gospels),

Women’s Big R: July 17- 20 at Camp Chrysalis Forgiveness (Communion), Relationship (Lord’s for Adult Women Prayer) and Sharing the Treasure (Apostles Creed and Sending). How do you spell a great vacation? One simple letter – R. Women’s Big R is Camp Chrysalis’ Get out your Indiana Jones gear and prepare for longest running retreat. Rest, Relaxation, and an incredible journey! Rejuvenation is the mantra of the half week retreat where you can do all of the camp activities Registration forms are available May 1st through you want, or none at all. Then enjoy a night on May 31st. A program for 30 children will be provided. Please mark your calendars. the town at one of Kerrville’s stage productions!

Cost is $140 up until July 3, $150 after July 3. Housing and evening meals will need to be We have a group interested in attending. Please provided for the Cross Trails staff members. contact Judy Cathey if you would like to join us. Please contact Judy Cathey if you are interested in hosting staff members. If you are interested in having your child/family/self attend summer camp, please If you should have any questions or would like to contact Judy Cathey at 512-738-2255 or email: volunteer, please contact Judy Cathey (512-738- [email protected] for further information. 2255 or [email protected]).

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Congregational Meeting News

▪ Clyde Sommerlatte reported that the Feasibility Committee is making progress: the estimate on bringing the recently purchased Medina St. property into ADA compliance was over $60,000, and they are working with the city on combining all of the pieces of property now owned by GLC into one plat. Drainage and parking are still issues. The Feasibility Committee recommended that the structure be removed at the least possible cost or sold. Motion was made and approved to accept the Committee's recommendation. Restrictions on the original piece of church property were resolved; a new deed will be filed with the city, enabling the re-platting and clearing the way for the development of a master plan for GLC.

▪ Check our website for current links to updated ▪ Mark July 21st on your calendar for the next 2013 Congregational Constitution & Facility Congregational meeting. Usage.

▪ Boy Scout Troop 110 has disbanded. They have ▪ Buffer Zone $77K-It is great to report that donated $1,000 to the youth of Grace in honor and through this campaign to replenish the Grace appreciation of Pastor Wayne Walther & Robert Building Fund, we have added $33,903.09 toward Cheatham. the goal of $77,000.00. This represents a current level of 44%. We only have 56% more to go in ▪ Pastor Bryan & Michele Dziadik-Willingham order to achieve our goal. We are doing a great and Mike & Tara Bittner will be attending the job year to date! Keep in mind, that based on our 2013 Southwestern Texas Synod Assembly on past disbursement patterns, we have a number of May 3-5th. months in the summer where our giving is ▪ Funds Report outpaced by required expenditures. Total Building Fund $66,130.79 Total Stained Glass Fund $40,607.51 ▪ Youth—Lenaya Smith reported that the youth Parking Lot Fund $40,030.72 attended a non-denominational all-girl's gathering, Memorial Fund $17,449.79 participated in sleep overs, filled eggs for Easter Sabbatical Fund $1,005.95 egg hunt, participated in the Maundy Thursday

▪ Graduating seniors’ scholarship guideline: in and Good Friday services, and served a meal for order for a graduate to receive a scholarship from students and visited Texas State University to Grace Lutheran they must have been confirmed at become familiar with Christian communities on a Lutheran church and have attended church university campuses. The recent garage sale within the last year. brought in over $450!

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Women of the ELCA Update

Chisolm Trail Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Birthday Party: The birthday party will be held on May 9 at 2:00 p.m. Contact Becky Perkins if you can help. Christmas in July: Women of the ELCA will be holding a “Christmas in July” fundraiser for the Caldwell County Christian Ministries Food Pantry. Look for donation envelopes during July to help support this important effort. Donations will be supplemented by Thrivent funds.

Sirloin Stockade Receipts: Please continue to bring your receipts to church.

Jane Spillmann Women of the ELCA Coordinator

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Chisolm Trail Birthday Party Preschool Update Thursday, May 9, 2:00 p.m. Director Eileen Larkin Contact Becky Perkins if you can help.

Mrs. Salinas’ Class Ms. Almaguer’s Class Chisolm Trail Worship May Flowers Flowers Mondays, May 13 and May 27, 10:30 a.m., Chisolm A-Z Animals Dinosaurs Trail Nursing & Rehab Pastor Bryan leads worship at the nursing home. He Friendly Monsters Fruits welcomes anyone who would be interested in joining Letters: Y, Z Letters: Y, Z him. Numbers: 19, 20 -ix words Color: Purple Color: Purple Worship Committee Meeting Shape: Square Sight word: my Monday, May 13, 3:00 p.m. Our Faith Lesson will be “The Parable of the Sower”. The Worship committee will hold their monthly meeting.

May Preschool Women’s Bible Study Birthdays Tuesday, May 14, 9:30 a.m. Bryant Matthews 2 The women of Grace will have their monthly Bible Preslyee Reynolds 23 Study. All women are welcome.

Church Council Meeting Tuesday, May 14, 6:30 p.m. The Church Council will hold their monthly meeting.

Thank you to: Piano Recital ▪ Cyndi Dyer for our closing program “lights” Wed-Thurs, May 15-16, 8:00 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, May and for cookies for the teachers 17, 5:00- 10:00 p.m. ▪ Gavin Grubbs and Andrew Davis for donut Students of Julie Michie and Earline Sneed will be holes/kolaches auditioning and having a piano recital in the sanctuary.

▪ Tina Marsland for toys Preschool Closing Program ▪ Garrison Pope for delicious chocolate cake Friday, May 17, 6:30 p.m.

Upcoming Events: Lockhart Junior High Cafetorium The preschool closes out the school year with their annual closing program. All are invited to join us! May 1: 10:00 a.m.-Capital of TX Zoo Show May 17: 6:30 p.m.-Closing Program at Lockhart Supper Club Junior High cafetorium. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, May 18, 6:00 p.m. Children should be there no later than 6:15 p.m. Marie and Glenn Miles host the May Supper Club at We will have early dismissal that day. the River Pub in San Marcos (701 Cheatham Street). May 27: Closed for Memorial Day Confirmation Sunday Upcoming Events at Grace Sunday, May 19, 10:15 a.m. Remember to wear red! Our confirmation youth are

Confirmation Class Erin Bittner, Taylor Malaer, Aubrey Robinson, Alex Smith, and Ryan Spillmann. A brunch will be held at Wednesdays, May 1,8,15, at 6:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.

National Day of Prayer High School Baccalaureate Thursday, May 2, noon-1:00 p.m. Sunday, May 19, 6:30 p.m. Lockhart City Hall, south side Join with friends and neighbors for the 62nd annual St. Mary’s Catholic Church observance of the nation’s call to prayer.

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birth of their daughter Reese Kyle, Eric and Lisa Schmidt We Remember in Prayer… on the birth of their son, Lucas, and to Lenaya Smith and General Prayers: Bubba Pfarrdrescher on their engagement. Billie Barnhart, Bradie Bartsch, Nell Berry, Rev. Dale ------Brand, Bo Brown (friend of Bubba Pfarrdrescher), Doug Buckner, Lester Caldwell, Clara Belle Connor, Bill and NOTE: We include in our prayer list those members Edna Cox (Cindy Dobie’s parents), Aaron Garcia, Evelyn and friends of Grace who desire our public prayers for Gerth, Raquel Guerra, George & Bonnie Hazelett, Margret healing and comfort. To add or remove someone’s Hesse, Donna Hoban, Julie Hoffman, Virgle Krenmueller, name, please email [email protected] Betty Langford (Phil Cosper’s sister), Artie Lavin, Rachel or call (512) 398-6490. To remain current, we will Lewis, Bruce Lockhart, Leroy Marsland (Darrell’s father), keep names on the list only through a given month Christine MacDonugh, Amanda and Billy McWhorter unless otherwise informed. (expecting a baby girl May 1), Marie Miles, Dollie Newcomer, Thelma Nuemann, Nancy Ohlendorf, Harold Olson (Michele D-W’s great-uncle), Martha Parry (Lenaya “Best of Caldwell County” Smith’s grandmother), Alex and Debbie Pfefferkorn, Anthony Piercy, Jean Pruett (Rachel Grubbs’ grandmother), Terri Post, Tommy Recio, Melanie Reynolds (Sonny & Mary Bill’s friend), Laura Roberts, Cindy Roucher ( Russell Barnhart’s cousin), Pete Sanchez, Jeannie Schaefer, Bill & Kay Schroeder, Clara Smith, Ella Townes, Eleanor Valdes (Roberta Smith’s sister), Winnette Wimberly, and the residents of Lockhart retirement homes. Families of Deceased: especially those who died in the explosion in West and the bombings in Boston, Larry Wheeler, Martin Herzog, Jerry Garrison (Bruce Lockhart’s friend), Tom Richardson, Dan Vann (friend of Nell Berry), Mr. Bohannon, Tommy Osborn (friend of Michna family), Connie Recio (mother of Janie Wright, Connie Amaya, Ralph Salazar and Becky Lockhart), Justin Riddle (son of Elaine Meyer’s cousin), Dickie Daniels, Johnny Fulps, Judith Smetana, and Tyler Schobert, Public Servants and Military: Grace Lutheran Preschool was voted “Best All firefighters, law enforcement officers, dispatchers Daycare” in the Lockhart Post Register’s “Best of and first responders. Caldwell County” poll, and Scott Hippensteel was voted “Best Coach”. Thank you to all who voted! Military: Kayla Squyres (Amy Francisco’s niece, Afghanistan), Colin Le Beau (Maja Sommerlatte’s brother-in-law, Afghanistan), Seth Guckian (Afghanistan), Ryan Newell (Lillian Starr’s grandson Lutheran Night at the Ballpark who is in Special Ops) and Brian Post. The Round Rock Express will be hosting the Memphis Redbirds on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at Those Giving Thanks or Celebrating: 7:05 p.m. All Lutheran Church members and their All those with May birthdays: Max Francisco (2), Kaitlyn families can receive ½ price tickets! The order Uitermarkt (5), Maura Livengood (5), Brielle Dziadik- Willingham (7), Jeff Utzinger (7), Grace Lamb (9), Job deadline is Monday, June 10. Tickets will be Mayberry (13), Joyce Buckner (18), Marci Holland (19), $7.00 plus $1.00 per order handling. There will be Natasha Ritter (21), Russell Barnhart (22), Madison a fellowship tailgate in the parking lot from 5:30 Winnett (24), Rosie Kirkwood (24), Andrew Furman p.m-6:45 p.m. For more information contact Gary (26), Bradie Bartsch (26), Dylan Krenmueller (28), Franke at [email protected] (512-238-2219) Randy Rutherford (28), Loretta Leonhardt (30), Ruby or pick up an order form in the church office. Owen (31), and Zachary Krenmueller (31). Congratulations to Landan and Emily Buckner on the