The monthly newsletter of Redeemer Lutheran Church-Rochester, Minnesota September 2012
Mission Statement is our theme for 2012-2013. “As Christians based on the
By the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Paul wrote in solid foundation of God’s Word, Ephesians 1:3 empowered by the Holy Spirit we
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus strive to live out, lift up, and share Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with our faith in Jesus Christ -welcoming every spiritual blessing.” all into our family of believers.”
It was in response to his blessings, that Paul served his Inside this Issue Staff Reflections ...... page 3 Lord in many, many ways. This Fall we also will focus Prayers ...... page 4 Worship Notes ...... page 4 upon our blessings. On Rally Day weekend we will Education Highlights ...... page 5 begin the New Testament portion of The Story. Yes, we Upcoming Events ...... pages 6-7 In Memory ...... page 8 will be celebrating Christmas on Rally Day! Stephen Ministry ...... page 8 Rummage Sale ...... page 9 Golf Sign-up ...... page 9 Those who have been reading along, might be shocked Stewardship News ...... page 10 Movie Night Update ...... page 11 that God continued to love his ungrateful, selfish, Notes of Thanks ...... page 12 forgetful, self-centered people and sent his Son into the Music Ministry ...... page 13 Health Notes ...... page 14 world. Nelson Benefit ...... page 15 Church Council Highlights ... pages16-17 ChristCare News ...... page 17 That is the BLESSING that is the motivation for our LWML News ...... page 18-19 Youth Highlights ...... pages 20-21 service. Orphan Grain Train News ...... page 22 September Calendar ...... page 23 Blessed to Serve...... page 24 Bethesda Servant Event
Page 2 Staff Reflections Church Office Hours: M-F 7:30 am-4:00 pm Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives Phone: 507-289-5147 the prize? So run that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self- Fax: 507-289-7887 control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an Email: [email protected] imperishable. So I do not run aimlessly; I do not box as one beating the air. 1 Corinthians 9:24-26 Website: www.redeemer-rochester.com
Like many of you, I found the Olympics fascinating. Our family Blessed to Serve would watch with excitement as the best athletes in the world, blessed with Pastor, James W. Heining incredible ability, competed for honor and country. We would cheer on the [email protected] American athletes, the underdogs, the favorites and it seemed like every (office) 507-289-5147 night something special would happen. Personally, what I found most (residence) 507-282-6955 uplifting was listening to athlete after athlete give honor and glory to God (cell) 507-202-2546 knowing that that statement of faith was being heard by millions of people. Wow! Pastor, Adam Koglin [email protected] The inspiration that came with the Olympics was tempered by the (office) 507-289-5147 commercials. However, even some of those sought, and succeeded in (cell) 507-316-8181 inspiring the viewer. My favorite was the ad where this boy who was carrying some extra weight and obviously not a natural runner was shuffling/jogging Director of Christian Education, down what appeared to be a quiet country road. The simple message: there Michael J. Harvey is a champion inside of everyone. We are all blessed. [email protected] (office) 507-289-5147 We are blessed. Blessed by God in so many ways. (residence) 507-529-5463 As we think about how God has blessed us, our minds immediately (cell) 507-319-4929 go to the cross, they should. It was there that Christ clenched the sins of the world in His blood soaked hands and died, but three days later rose in Director of Parish Music, victory. Usain Bolt says he is a legend because he can run up to 200 meters April Beckman [email protected] really fast. What does that make Jesus? (office) 507-289-5147 Jesus is THE real deal, THE savior, THE truth, THE life, THE (cell) 651-338-0354 servant, THE I AM! Our Olympic athletes were blessed to serve their country. Jesus Administrative Secretary, served us so that we might be blessed through Him. Now we are Blessed to Christina Tjosaas Serve. [email protected] (office) 507-289-5147 The Olympics are done, the medals are awarded, but there is still a (residence) 507-634-7094 race to be won. The apostle Paul speaks of a race, a race that is much longer than 200 meters. A race that takes training, and focus. A race fraught with Custodian, Randy Kautz danger and distraction. Many of us may choose to sit on the sidelines, [email protected] thinking we haven't been blessed with the ability to run. (office) 507-289-5147 (residence) 507-843-3144 We must hold on to the fact that Jesus chose to die to save all of us and has gifted you — yes, you — with the talent and ability to run the race Youth Coordinator, Lynora Miller WITH HIS HELP. We all need His help. We are all that overweight kid [email protected] running. We run/jog/shuffle with purpose, filled with the Holy Spirit. We (residence) 507-288-7219 are not naturals but God is shaping us. We look around and see that our fellow runners are at different stages of formation but moving for the same Parish Nurse, Jan Dicke goal. [email protected] (residence) 507-288-6405 As the education year at Redeemer begins — keep running! God has great plans for you, plans that are far more honorable and exciting than Nursery Coordinator, Michelle Braem Olympic gold! [email protected] (residence) 507-951-6467 - DCE Michael Harvey Page 3 Remember in your prayers. . . Worship The Lord. . . Hospitalized/Health Concerns AUGUST 30/SEPTEMBER 1 & 2 Sue Tollers, Connie Bennett, Lavon Pavek, Marty We will observe the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost Cordes, Madison Okuno, Bev Helmbrecht, Austin with scripture readings from Nehemiah 9:6-8,32-38; and Ethan Manuell, Ian Cunningham, Greg Utesch, Romans 5:18-6:4; and Mark 7:14-23. The theme will be DeLayna Nitz, Mike Wendt, Paul Johnson, Carole “Back to God’s Word,” based on chapter 21 of the “The Cochran, Charles Beasley, and Wayne Morse Story.” Holy Communion will be celebrated at all services Grieving this weekend. Kurt Pinnow and family upon the death of his brother Corey. SEPTEMBER 6/8/9 The family and friends of Jacki Crandall who passed We will observe the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with away July 31. scripture readings from Isaiah 9:2-7; Titus 2:11-4; and Luke The family and friends of Roger Peterson who passed 2:1-20. The theme will be “The Birth of the King,” based away on August 7. on chapter 22 of “The Story.” Our Fall Worship Schedule Dean Jensen and his family upon the recent death of will begin with worship Thursday at 6 pm; Saturday at 5:30 his father. pm; and Sunday at 8:00 and 10:40 am. Sunday School Rejoice and Adult Bible Classes will begin at 9:20 am. With Sara Mickelson and Aaron Lassila who were Join us on Sunday for special Rally Day activities united in marriage on August 11. for the whole family! With Joel and Dawn Dubbels upon the birth of their granddaughter, Jillian Dawn, on August 9. SEPTEMBER 13/15/16 With Al and Stacy Zimmerman upon the birth of We will celebrate the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost twins, Bryan Matthew and Brooke Isabel, on August with scripture readings from Isaiah 35:1-10 and Mark 1:21- 10. 45. The theme will be “Introducing — Jesus!” based on With Brian and Nicole Smith upon the birth of their chapter 23 of “The Story.” Holy Communion will be son, Maddox Andrew, on August 11. celebrated at all services. With Allison Wingren and Dan Lucas who were united in marriage at Redeemer on August 25. SEPTEMBER 20/22/23 With Lindsay Arnot and Stephen Smith who will be We will observe the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost united in marriage in Michigan on September 1. Encouragement/Guidance with scripture readings from James 4:1-10, Luke 15:1-10, Matthew 4:23-24; and Mark 4:35-41. The theme will be For our officers, as they guide our congregation “The Compassionate Jesus,” based on chapter 24 of “The For Eric Hauan who continues study for the pastoral Story.” ministry at Concordia College in St. Louis, and for Samantha Carlson who begins DCE ministry studies at Concordia University in St. Paul. SEPTEMBER 27/29/30 Thanksgiving We will celebrate the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost With Marty and Elvera Cordes who celebrated their with scripture readings from Psalm 110; Acts 2:29-36; and 59th wedding anniversary on August 2. John 8:48-58. The theme will be “Jesus, The Son of God,” With Paula and Mark Kuisle who celebrated their 22nd based on chapter 25 of “The Story.” Holy Communion wedding anniversary on August 11. will be celebrated at all services. With Bob and Lorraine Keith who celebrated their SERVICE OF PRAYER FOR HEALING will be 55th wedding anniversary on August 18. in all services this weekend. You will have the opportunity With Marvin and Louelyn Reinecke who celebrated to have the pastor and elder lay hands upon you and offer their 50th wedding anniversary on August 25. a special prayer (for yourself or a loved one.) There is also With Chuck and Dorothy Beasley who celebrated their opportunity to make use of the ancient practice of 54th wedding anniversary on August 29. anointing with oil (James 5:14) for those who so desire. With Al and Judy Schacht who will celebrate their 49th wedding anniversary on September 21.
Page 4 Fall Education Opportunities
New Adult Education Classes LADIES HOME BIBLE STUDY Beginning September 9 You are invited to join a Monday morning Bible study at my home (440 Lincoln Lane NW). Our first meeting will 9:20-10:20 am be September 10, at 9:30 am. We are going to be The Story: The New Testament” - Pastor Heining studying Joshua this year. If you are interested, contact and Pastor Koglin (whomever is preaching that weekend) Karen Gerke at 288-8634. will share additional insights and answer questions from the chapter of the week. They will lead this class in the South Fellowship Hall Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Study Will resume September 11, at 9 am, in the North Creation Evangelism: Join us as we explore the truth Fellowship Hall. of God’s Word and see how there is a legitimate Our Bible study this year is entitled “Becoming a alternative to the theory of evolution. This isn’t anti- Woman Who Listens to God,” written by Sharon Jaynes, science. This is honestly looking at how science the same author that wrote “The Power of a Women’s supports scripture. This class will be in the North Words.” Fellowship Hall. All women of Redeemer are welcomed to join us for a great Bible study, good fellowship, and a cup of Celebrating God’s Grace: This class will share the coffee. Have questions, direct them to Lorraine Fahrman basic teachings and practices of the Lutheran Church. at 281-1931. It is for long-time Lutherans who would like a review, or for those might be considering joining the Lutheran Church for the first time. This class will be CONFIRMATION CLASSES led by Pastor Heining, Pastor Koglin, DCE Michael begin on Wednesday, September 5 at 6:10 pm. Harvey, John VanProosdy and others. Please join them in the Choir Room/Room 203. Grade 7—DCE Michael Harvey Grade 8—Pastor Adam Koglin “THE STORY” UPDATE Grade 9—Pastor Jim Heining As of mid-August we have distributed 375 copies of “The Story.” We have some left, but have ordered yet CALLING ADULTS WHO LOVE YOUTH!!! another case, which will be available by Rally Day for a free-will offering (actual cost is $10 each). A new youth ministry is going to kick off on This would be a good time for others to join September 16. It will be a weekly ministry on the journey, as we will be starting the New Testament Sunday’s from 6-8 pm. We need adults who love on Rally Day, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus in Jesus and love youth. You will not have to be there September! every week but regular attendance is important! On Also note that one of our Sunday morning September 8 at 6:30 pm there will be a meeting to Adult Bible studies will be taking a deeper look at the give you, as an adult, a bit of training and support. chapter of the week. This will be a great time for The Lord is doing amazing things in the youth questions and discussion. Join us on our journey of Redeemer but there is still so much opportunity through the Word! and we need more adults in this mission field! If you love Jesus and love youth we want you! Please contact Michael Harvey (289-5147) if you would like more information.
Page 5 Take Note...Upcoming Events!
RALLY DAY EVENTS SEPTEMBER 6/8/9
Rally Day is the start of the Educational year and it is We will return to our regular worship coming up fast! Here are some happenings that you schedule: should know about! Thursday at 6 pm (through September) Sunday School Kick Off! September 8, 5:00pm-7:00pm – Saturday at 5:30 pm Come for food, Sunday School registration and a chance to Sunday at 8:00 and 10:40 am
see where your child(ren)’s classrooms are! Sunday School and Adult Bible Classes Worship Schedule—Services times will be Thursday—6 resume. We will have a common opening pm; Saturday—5:30 pm; and Sunday—8:00 and 10:40 am. for all in the Sanctuary at 9:20 am
Combined Opening – September 9, 9:20am – Children A Rally Day Luncheon is being sponsored and adults will gather in the sanctuary and kick-off the by Rebecca Circle from 10:45 am to Noon. Sunday school year with music, a skit, and a chance to hear All are welcome! about the 2012-2013 church theme! 7th Graders receive Catechisms – All services Rally Day weekend – As a congregation we care about our children and youth! The youth in 7th grade are starting their confirmation journey! They will receive the catechism and we ask you to lift them and their families up in prayer. Family Ministry Introduction – Sunday Morning – The Family Ministry Team would like to introduce themselves and share the blessing and power of making sure faith Join us for a piece of cake as we celebrate Goldie’s 90th birthday on growth is not just a church thing! They will be working alongside the educational ministries of Redeemer to help Thursday, September 6 faith growth in the homes and between generations. 1:00-2:30 pm, Fellowship Hall Rally Day Luncheon will be served from 10:30 am to Noon Redeemer Lutheran Church on Sunday, September 9. All are welcome! The menu will be BBQ pulled pork on a bun, baked beans, assorted salads, Birthday wishes can be sent to her at bars, and beverages. The meal is sponsored by Rebecca her new address: Circle and a free-will offering will benefit the Church Work Doris Mae “Goldie” Goldberg Scholarship Fund. To aid in planning, please sign up on 3035 Salem Meadows Drive SW, F-10 the sheet in the narthex. Rochester, MN 55902
Hosted by the Faithful Followers ChristCare.
Page 6 FELLOWSHIP TABLES 2012-2013 October, January, March ELDERBERRIES 6:30-8:30 p.m. (age 50 and older) Tuesday, September 11, Blessed to Serve….Dinner at 11:30 am
Ministry Mentors, invite your New Fellowship Hall Members! The menu will include sliced Fellowship Tables (Tables of 8) : Join us for a fun way to meet turkey, rice, green beans, buttered fellow members of Redeemer in a relaxed, social setting. This is NOT a rolls and dessert. The cost is gourmet group, just a way to make new friends in the church. If your $7.50. have sponsored a new member this year, invite them to join with you, Our presenter will be Redeemer's and we will place you together. Bob Keith. Bob will present the Each group of 8 may be a combination of singles and couples, second half of professionally made and will be randomly drawn from all who sign up. Each group will video of the Promised Land. (If you meet 3 times during the year, October, January and March, 6:30-8:30 missed the first half, the second half of p.m. The dates and times are guidelines…please be creative and the video can stand on its own.) Come flexible to accommodate your group! and watch the video and enjoy the Hosting dinner and providing the entrée will rotate among Christian fellowship. group members’ homes with the other members of the group bringing a The sign-up sheet will be in the part of the meal, such as salad, bread and dessert, and maybe a nice narthex or call Ted Saxman at 923- bottle of wine. 6801 if you want to attend. Please A designated group coordinator will host the first meal, call sign up by Sunday, September 9. If each member/couple and coordinate the other dishes to bring. You you would be willing to bring a may indicate your willingness to coordinate on the sign-up below. dessert, please indicate that on the Group assignments, with instructions, will be mailed at the sign-up sheet and Ted will contact beginning of October. Complete a sign up and drop it in the offering you if needed. Please remember if plate. Questions? Contact Beth or Will Mundell at [email protected]. you can't attend and you haven't cancelled by Sunday evening
September 9, Elderberries will be YES! We would like to participate in the Fellowship Tables of Eight! charged for your meal. Any questions, call Ted Saxman at 923- Name(s)______6801.
Home Phone:______
Cell Phone:______
Email:______
Willing to be a coordinator: YES NO
Ministry Mentor/New Members to be paired with:______
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(Please return to the Church office or place in the offering plate. Thank you!) Page 7 WHAT DOES A STEPHEN In Loving Memory... MINISTER DO? VERDETTA “JACKI” CRANDALL Listens Was born September 19, 1927 in Viola Township to Otto and Elizabeth Nesler. God made her his own through the sacrament of baptism on October 9, 1927 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Elgin. Jacki gave public witness to her Encourages baptismal faith in the rite of confirmation on June 6, 1943 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Chatfield. She was united in marriage to Earl Crandall on July 24, 1948 and their Keeps confidence marriage was blessed with two children, Daniel and Twanna. A member of Redeemer for many years, Jacki Prays served her Lord in many ways, including serving as a kitchen coordinator until she suffered a severe stroke in 2005. She spent her last years as a resident at Samaritan Bethany, until she went to heaven on July 31. The service Supports in her memory was held at Redeemer on August 4. Remember Jacki’s family and friends in your prayers. Walks beside a hurting person
ROGER PETERSON Stephen Ministers are committed Christians who . . . Was born October 18, 1932 in Rockford, Illinois to -Receive extensive training in care giving skills Minnie and Harry Peterson. God made him his own -Visit another person regularly through the waters of baptism at St. Paul Lutheran Church -Are committed to confidentiality in Rockford, where he would later give public witness to his faith in the rite of confirmation. -Listen to your concerns On August 30, 1953 he married his high school Stephen Ministers are NOT — sweetheart, Jean Skoumal. Their marriage was blessed with - Counselors two children, Beth and David. -Therapists After high school, Roger studied at Concordia -Problem solvers College in St. Paul and River Forest, Illinois in -Casual visitors anticipation of becoming a Lutheran school teacher. But he learned that the Lord had given him great technical skills and so he transferred to Michigan Tech where he Happy would earn his degree in Electrical Engineering. IBM brought the Petersons to Rochester in 1957, and he 104th worked there until he retired after 34 years. Birthday Roger and Jean were members of Redeemer in the Elsie 50’s before they joined the new Holy Cross congregation. They transferred their membership back to Redeemer in Harland 2002. Although Roger struggled with cancer last year, he had several good months, before dying while on vacation Family and friends joined Elsie as she celebrated in Brainerd on August 7. The service in his memory was her 104th birthday on August 20 at Samaritan held at Redeemer on August 16. Bethany. Remember Roger’s family in your prayers.
Page 8 Redeemer Annual GOLF OUTING Sunday, September 16 2:30 pm Willow Creek Golf Course
Cost: $25 per person Includes: Golf, Meal, Prizes
SIGN‐UP and ENTRY FEE DUE BY SEPT. 12
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Page 9 Stewardship: Your Response to God’s Love July 19/21/22 Memorials and Special Gifts Worship Attendance ...... 534 (29+90+111+110+194) $30 for Creation Speaker Fund Guests ...... 36 $50 for Undesignated Memorials in memory of Steff Porter Budget Offerings ...... $10,238.00 $26.30 for Orphan Grain Train District/Synod ...... $1231.25 Renovation ...... $1135.75 $100 for Narthex Sound tiles $35 for Undesignated Memorials in memory of Shari Oldenburg July 26/28/29 $70 for Undesignated Memorials, $25 for Project Compassion, $10 for Worship Attendance ...... 482 (59+89+140+185) Church Work Scholarship Fund, and $150 for Kitchen Fund in Guests ...... 44 memory of Jacki Crandall Budget Offerings ...... $10,290.97 $300 for Ginger Lagergren’s African Mission District/Synod ...... $1447.45 $59 for Stephen Ministry in honor of Marty and Elvera Corde’s 59th Renovation ...... $1677.75 wedding anniversary August 2/4/5 $10 for Church Work Scholarships and $275 for Undesignated Worship Attendance ...... 472 Memorials in memory of Roger Peterson (47+91+116+218) Guests ...... 37 $5000 for Rev. A. G. Paul Muslim Outreach Budget Offerings ...... $17,855.45 $5000 for Church Work Scholarship Fund District/Synod ...... $2444.30 Renovation ...... $3688.90
August 9/11/12 Worship Attendance ...... 486 (73+86+137+190) Guests ...... 33 Budget Offerings ...... $5921.50 District/Synod ...... $693.50 Renovation ...... $1532.00
August 16/18/19 Worship Attendance ...... 451 (48+81+128+194) Guests ...... 19 Budget Offerings ...... $14,464.71 District/Synod ...... $2194.00 Renovation ...... $5888.50
Loose coins for September have been designated for Community Food Response.
FINANCIAL UPDATE—Thanks to all! July Budget Income: $138,831 July Budget Expenses: $140,130
YTD Income: $586,572 YTD Expenses: $560,355
Our numbers were quite a bit larger than normal in July due to a special bequest of $60,000 which was applied directly to the mortgage balance. (It is now down to $322,202.)
Page 10 MOVIE NIGHT September 14—6:00 pm—South Fellowship Hall
Bring a snack to share. There will also be pizza slices for a free-will offering. Some even bring “comfy” chairs.
STATE FAIR Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic "State Fair" 1945 (Best Version) Will Blue Boy win the Blue Ribbon at the State Fair? Good old-fashioned hometown pride is on exhibit in lavish Technicolor in this remake of the 1933 film, the only Rodgers and Hammerstein musical written directly for the silver screen. When the Frake family travels to the fair, Ma and Pa (Charles Winninger and Fay Bainter) enter contests while daughter Margy (Jeanne Crain) and son Wayne (Dick Haymes) both fall in love for the first time. “State Fair” is attractively photographed and energized by the vibrant performances of the talented lead actors and actresses, but the high point of the film is the colorful hoopla and hullabaloo of the fair itself, a bustling nexus of strange, wonderful, and hilarious characters brought to life by the fine supporting cast. Songs from the Academy Award-nominated score include "It's a Grand Night for Singing," ``That's For Me,'' and the Oscar-winning "It Might As Well Be Spring."
KINGS ROW Henry Bellaman's controversial, best-selling epic novel about cruelty and mental instability in small-town America is brought to the screen by directing great Sam Wood and top-notch cinematographer James Wong Howe. In “Kings Row,” Paris Mitchell (Robert Cummings) gives up a promising career as a musician in order to study psychiatry. But before he ever gets near the psychoanalytic Mecca of Vienna, Mitchell has plenty of cases to study right in his small Midwestern home. Ronald Reagan turns in the most powerful performance of his career as Mitchell's easygoing companion, Drake McHugh, while knockout Ann Sheridan carries the film with her stellar performance as Randy Monaghan, the girl from the wrong side of the tracks. Both will face needless tragedies perpetrated by human hands in this dour look at the home front during WWII. The fine script, excellent directing, stunning score, and spectacular performances make KING'S ROW one of the few Golden Era tragedies to stand the test of time.
QUILTING NEWS!
The Redeemer Quilters will resume meeting on September 20, 2012. Please join us in the North Fellowship Hall from 8 am to 2 pm — or any amount of time you are available. We need people who are willing to cut fabric squares, iron, sew blocks together, pin layers together, and sew edges together. If you are unable to spend time at church with us, we have ladies who work at home. Bring a sack lunch and join us for a few hours of joy and fellowship. Thank you to all who have so generously donated fabrics, thread yarn, and pins to our projects. We especially appreciate the wonderful memorials that enable us to purchase batting and backing fabric. Please consider joining us! For more information call EiLeen Miller (289-3020), Sandy Weiden (951-6901), Page 11 Notes of Thanks... Thank You Thank You I want to thank the members of I would like to express my appreciation to my wonderful ChristCare Redeemer for their cards and person. Also, to Redeemer members for your prayers, cards, and phone prayers after my surgery. calls. I also would like to thank Pastor Jim, Bob Keith, and Dave Wood. - Marlin Haack The outpouring of love and support has been overwhelming during the past year. Thank You As they say, cancer is a journey no one plans to take. I am truly My family and I would like to thank blessed to have so many caring people of redeemer to help me along the our Redeemer family for the way. Thanks so much! - Sharron Smith financial gift that was recently received at Concordia Seminary. Thank You We just received the last newsletter Our heartfelt gratitude to Pastor Heining, Pastor Koglin, and the Stephen and things look to be going great. Ministry for their visits, prayers, and support while Shari was in and out of We miss you all a lot, and you are the hospital. in our prayers. Thank you for Many thanks to all of our dear friends at Redeemer for your remembering us in emails, phone friendship, support, thoughts, prayers, and for everything else that you did calls, and cards sent. We can feel for our family during this very difficult and sad time in our lives. the love and support in St. Louis! We also wish to thank Project Compassion for the flowers and to We hope to be up that way those who worked in the kitchen, preparing and serving the luncheon sometime soon. after her memorial service. God bless you all! - Eric and Jill Hauan and family - the family of Shari Lynn (Dahl) Oldenburg
(Note: We have just learned that Eric Thank You successfully completed his intensive Thanks to all who came to Roger’s memorial service and for the cards and summer Greek program, and is now memorials. Thanks to Pastor Heining and Pastor Koglin for their caring beginning the regular seminary words and prayers. - Jean Peterson program.) Thank You Thank You Redeemer started a new adult softball team this year with fresh new faces. Altar Guild would like to thank We finished a respectable 6-6 and just missed the playoffs by 1 run in the Mark and Joan Gennrich for their final game. There was good camaraderie and fellowship. Thank you to donation of 4 gold plant/flower Matt, Cherie, Justin, Joe, Cady, T.J., Andy, Shauna, Eric, Sara, Caleb, stands. Travis, Byron, another T.J. and Curt. We look forward to next year.
Thank You Thank You Thank you so much for all the A special thank you to those who helped me celebrate my 104th birthday. cards, prayers, and phone calls. My We had a wonderful time! Thank you also to Project Compassion for the surgery went well, now will be the beautiful bouquet of flowers. God bless you all! - Elsie Harland time of healing. I thank God for the support and the caring congregation. God’s blessings to all! - Jan Walters
Page 12 Music Ministry
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host: Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
Come one, come all, come serve the Lord, grow in faith, and share the gift of music with God’s people!
Groups begin on the following dates and continue throughout the year:
Wednesday – August 29 7:00 – Sounds of Praise—Choir Room
Wednesday – September 5 5:30 – Youth Choir (7th – 12th grade) - Chapel 5:47 – Youth Chimes (7th – 12th grade) - Sanctuary 6:00 – Alleluia Singers (2nd – 6th grade) - Rm L-2 6:05 – Cherub Choir (age 4 – 1st grade) - Rm 101 (next to Nursery) 6:30 – Angelic Chimes (2nd – 6th grade) - Sanctuary 7:00 – Sounds of Praise (continuing from previous week) 8:00 – Celebration—Sanctuary
Thursday – September 6 7:00 – Chancel Chimes—Sanctuary
Sunday – September 9 4:30 – Instruments of Praise—Narthex (if you have 2 years experience on a band instrument, please join us!)
Monday – September 10 6:15 – Men’s Choir—Choir Room
Thank you to those who provided special music for services this summer. What a blessing you are to Redeemer! Thank you for serving the Lord by sharing your time and talent!
Walk to Prevent Suicide 2012
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is sponsoring a community walk, “Out of the Darkness,” on September 15, 2012, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. To register or donate visit www.outofthedarkness.org.
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Page 14 Mission News Update
Ginger Lagergren, Missionary Friday, September 7 to South Africa 4:00‐8:00 pm
Hello again! Eagles Club, Rochester
July has flown by! Wherever you On March 23, 2011, Craig Nelson suffered a stroke. After undergoing are and whatever you're doing I many tests, Craig was diagnosed with Central Nervous System Vasculitis. Craig hope you are enjoying some spent over 30 days at St. Mary's and has been in physical therapy since his R&R. The children had a 3 week discharge. However, he has been unable to return to work due to the effects of break so I had the gift of 2 weeks the stroke. of holiday the first part of the Friends and family have a strong desire to help Craig, Krisanne, and month. It was wonderful to Skype Alexis in any way possible, and have chosen to hold a fundraiser to help the family financially as well as raise their spirits! my family at the lake and join in Friends and family are seeking contributions for a silent auction and bake all the fun. What a wonder - this sale to be held on Friday, September 7, from 4 to 8 pm at the Eagles Club in amazing technology. Rochester. If you would like to contribute to either the silent auction or the bake sale, contact Lee Ann Furness (358-7724) or [email protected] for My adventures continue now information on deadlines and drop off locations. Cash donations can be sent to that we're back on schedule in the Craig H. Nelson Benefit Account at Eastwood Bank (45 28th ST SW, Ntshongweni. We've added Rochester, MN, 55944). another primary school to our weekly reading with the students. It's always a day brightener being among these eager students so ready with smiles and hugs. Their daily challenges continue yet they have the joy of God's love in their hearts and are eager to share it.
Zeal and I are anticipating the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 Olympics tonight. It's always exciting to see the world show up!
Your encouragement and prayers keep me going - thank you from the bottom of my heart. May each day bring you a 'surprise' and a smile!
Love, Ginger
(Note: Be sure to check out Ginger’s full newsletter, posted on the bulletin board in the narthex.) Page 15 Church Council Highlights - August 14, 2012 Treasurer’s Report: A large bequest of $60,000 was Mentors along with a “super nominating team” may be received, designated for the mortgage payment, reflected needed as the resource team for such placements. The in July’s report. Mortgage balance: $322,202. Cash Assimilation Team is working on the MAQ’s in an effort available: $85,224. to shorten them to one page since people are often reluctant to complete longer questionnaires. They are NEW BUSINESS considering the best time to have members fill them out. Church Year Theme Several themes, including those from the Council Budget Retreat and new additions, were discussed and voted on. Expense Review: Mark and Sue spoke about this review, The Council selected “Blessed to Serve” for Redeemer’s which is conducted every six months. It basically looks at 2012/2013 theme. church expenses as a percentage of income, noting changes over the years and any concerns or trends they Church Goal see. The last review was August 6. Revenues (regular Mission 2012 was a 3-year goal. To best address our next giving) remained relatively flat, with the current surplus goal, it was suggested Council set a target date (such as attributed to the vacancy. The employee health benefits the January Voters’ Meeting) to determine this goal. expense is increasing; Personnel and Staffing are Time is needed to allow for discussion and development. exploring options. The Council and Congregation may Some tools to help Council with this are the decide the best thing for our ministry is to continue to Congregational survey/self-study, as well as Pastor offer an excellent benefit package with minimal Heining’s Retreat handout with the “Process flowchart”. employee contribution. Overall, the Church is in good Questions to consider include the length of said goal financial health. (long term due to long implementation?), whether to build on strengths or to focus on something new. A verse Future Budget planning: How will we budget, approve was shared from Phil.3: 14: I press on toward the goal to expenditures in the future? Ministry Teams (former win the prize for which God has called me heavenward Boards/committees) have typically submitted budgets to in Christ Jesus. Larry will send summaries of the Council in November for approval for the January Congregational survey to Council to prepare for further Voters’ Meeting. This process may need to be organized discussion at September’s meeting. differently since there are no longer 8 boards. Categorization is necessary to plan the budget and to Ministry Teams approve of expenditures. Under the old model, 2 Pastor Heining compiled a list of individual tasks and signatures were required to approve expenditures (chair Ministry Teams, about 120 items. Many Ministry Teams of the board and the person asking for expenditure). The are former committees/boards. As a Council, our job is question arose, going forward, who will sign for this? to be a resource and liaison, and to provide assistance in Council will need to address this issue. (Note: Ministry identifying new Team members as requested. To help Team agenda item for September). facilitate this, Council (or a task force) will review the list of current Teams and begin to gather job descriptions Officer, Board and Cabinet Reports if Requested and contact persons for the Teams. As we moved into 3 boards to submit written reports as necessary. the new Constitutional model, the Nominating President’s Report Committee did not elect/staff several Boards this year, Treasurer’s Report but many are self-sustaining. Council needs to be Other Boards and Ministry Teams if Requested proactive; we don’t want projects/groups to just end if there may not be defined responsibilities or there is a STAFF REPORTS perceived lack of support. To make sure tasks get done, a Pastor Heining: We have enjoyed consistent attendance flow chart would be helpful, but much happens by the over the last month. Pastor attended his last District grace of God! Currently, Human Concerns and Meeting for the Board of Directors. He is enjoying Stewardship have a need for new members. Ministry helping Pastor Koglin.
Page 16 Pastor Koglin: He is working on getting involved as the Staff point person for the Ministry Teams. He has started to serve in the area of calling on visitors. Several DCE: Michael has been meeting of our ChristCare groups are inviting the interested and the curious to with the new 7th graders and their come check out what ChristCare is all about. This small-group ministry families. He noted the boom of has been around for eleven years and has become a great way for members youth leadership at Redeemer. to get to know other members. ChristCare has often been described as a They requested, and are planning a circle of care with Christ at the center. weekly youth night where youth If you would like to visit any of the following groups, give the lead. He asked that we keep them in leader a call. All groups meet at Redeemer. our prayers. DPM: April has decided to sacrifice Scott Okuno, 280-1951 September 12, at 9 am. 2nd Sunday of the month; time TBA Mary Frances Burton, 288-4516 her attendance at the Council rd meeting to allow her to spend time Scott was recently commissioned as 3 Wednesday of the month, 1 pm with her baby. (DPM attendance is a leader in April, and September 9 Her Seekers of the Mountaintop not a requirement under the new will be his first meeting. group is open to couples and Constitution). She is making school individuals of all ages. year preparations and meeting with Paula Muth, 289-4436 couples for the many upcoming 2nd Monday of the month, 6:30 pm Dee Christenson, 282-9108 st rd weddings. Her Emmanuel group is open to 1 and 3 Thursdays of the month women of all ages. at 1 pm. Staff was dismissed at this point. Her Faithful Followers group is Rich & Molly Gommels, 280-0538 open to couples and individuals of Health Coverage Budget 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm all ages. Plan to visit Dee's group on The employee health coverage Rich and Molly were also September 20. expense is rapidly increasing. commissioned as leaders in April. Personnel and Staffing has been They are taking over leadership of Paul Rengstorf, 289-1910 working on this issue and exploring half of the original Salt Shakers 4th Thursday of the month, 6:30 pm options. Marcia Cochran presented ChristCare group, but welcome Paul's Malachi group is open to the options and spoke to the more to join. couples and individuals of all ages. concerns and questions raised. In the past, coverage has been a Ted Saxman, 923-6801 Joann Karges, 202-7642 “Cadillac” plan. Over 5 years the Every Tuesday morning at 9 am 2nd Saturday of the month (meeting) cost has increased almost 30%. Ted is one of the leaders of the at 9 am Personnel and Staffing has asked Men's Bible Study group. 4th Saturday of the month (outing) Council to indicate what the Joann's Sisters in Christ group is Congregation can tolerate; can we Randy and Linda Wendt, 281-1248 open to women of all ages. continue to do this or is it 1st Tuesday of the month at 7 pm impacting our ministry? They have Their Friends in Christ group is looked at different plan types and open to couples and individuals of are leaning toward a higher all ages. deductible plan with HSA’s. The Staff voted to go to a higher Dick Rengstorf, 288-4305 deductible, option D plan. Once a month, Wednesday at 9 am Council’s recommendation was that Dick's Shalom group is open to we take care of our staff and not add couples and individuals of all ages. financial stress. His group will meet on Wednesday,
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to Tim Batterson, Randy Hellickson, and Dawn Shelstad for driving youth to
Bethesda; Sept. 2 Drew Hellickson to April Beckman for helping with the Jaimie Shumaker music and accompanying us at all the 5 Kristen Krull services; 17 Marrissa Van Guilder 20 Sam Batterson to Christian Nisbit for accompanying 22 Kyle Berquam us with his guitar along with Michael 28 Michael Oldenburg Harvey; to Bernie and Ellie Nesler for the ice cream at Mullens; to Mary Roehrick for her donation to the youth for Bethesda; to Hannah Kuisle for putting the slide
show together;
to Curt Walter, Michelle Braem, Jus- tin Collopy, T J Jahnke, Cherie San-
Sept. 3 Labor Day ford, and Colin Sturdevant for coach- Sept. 4 First Day of School ing the youth softball team. Sept. 5 Confirmation - 6:10-7:30 pm Sept. 8 Youth Ministry Adults Meeting - 7 pm Sept. 11 Rally Day ???? Youth Ministry Snacks Sept. 12 Confirmation - 6:10-7:30 pm Sept. 16 ????? Youth Ministry - 6-8 pm We will also be asking for volunteers to Sept. 19 Confirmation - 6:10-7:30 pm furnish snacks each Sunday night for this event. This is not to be a meal, but just a Sept. 26 Confirmation - 6:10-7:30 pm few snacks and beverage. A sign up sheet will be passed around the first night we meet (on September 16). If you are inter- ested in helping and already know when you would be able to do this, please let Get Ready for ???? Lynora know. Page/Calendar
A new youth ministry will kick off Sunday, September 16th! This youth ministry is for 6th - 12th grades and will occur on Sunday nights ???? Youth Ministry - Adults 6 pm-8 pm. This is a youth driven, adult sup- Needed ported event, so if you are a youth and inter- ested in helping plan this, please contact Sam We are also looking for a few adults to Carlson, Christian Nisbit, Michael Harvey, or help out on these Sunday evenings to help another member of the youth board! The with small groups. This could be once a name is being voted on; just find the Redeem- month, twice a month or as much as possible. er Youth page on Facebook to vote. If you are If you are willing to help, please sign up on not on Facebook, contact Sam Carlson or Mi- the Youth Bulletin Board. We would only chael Harvey and they can give you the op- need 4 or 5 at first each Sunday, but it could
Youth tions. This is something you can invite your grow (we hope) and would then need a cou- friends to! ple more each Sunday. This could be a par- If you play the guitar or drums and would ent or just someone who wants to help work like to help with the music, contact Michael with our youth. Harvey or Christian Nisbit. There will be a meeting on September 8 at 7 pm for anyone who is interested in helping. Page 20
CARDBOARD BOX CITY
How many of you have spent a night in a cardboard box? Well, this is your chance. Sign up for this fun and worthwhile event. Plans are starting for the National Youth This “Camp”aign raises funds for Salvation Army, Gathering. It is getting closer! It is time to get Interfaith Hospitality Network and The Dorothy Day excited about it and decide if this is something you House. You can help make a difference in a want to do. The Gathering itself is July 1-5, in San homeless person’s life. Cardboard Box City 2012 is Antonio, TX, but the trip will be about 11 days total. October 19-20. Sign up on the Youth bulletin board The plan is to go by bus and do a servant event on by September 25. Redeemer has purchased a plot the way back. More information will be coming out right towards the front. We will also be giving out forms for you to get donations. soon. If you do plan on going, you need to help out with as many events as you can. This includes fundraisers, helping with suppers, and joining us for fun events to get to know the youth and adults who will be going to the Gathering with you. Fundraisers If you are interested in doing this, please let It doesn’t seem possible it’s that time of Michael Harvey know. year again, but we need to start selling our Christmas wreaths and other greenery starting the first of September. We will be SUMMER 2013 EVENTS selling them until the end of October. WE NEED ALL YOUTH TO DO THEIR PART! Forms are Besides the Youth Gathering, there are three available and if you do not receive one, please see other events that could be happening this coming Lynora as soon as possible. It is important to start summer. The Rochester Servant Event will be selling right away before the competition gets out June 9-12; the Chicago Servant Event is June 16- there! 22, Vacation Bible School is July 15-19, and Bethesda will most likely be the last week in July. We will also be selling cutlery by Rada You There will be a sign up sheet on the youth bulletin will be able to order individual knives, gift board to see who is interested in going to what sets, etc. Also, available will be recipe event, if not all four!! If you want to do all four, books. Prices will be available soon. please prioritize with one being your top choice. This way we can see if there are enough youth (and If you are planning on doing any of the events this adults) for each event. Please sign up as soon as summer, you need to help with these fundraisers as possible. much as possible.
Coffee Schedule SEVENTH GRADERS All youth - I need you to sign up to do coffee on Sunday mornings. This includes Last year was your first year to be a part of the youth setting it up and cleaning up after Sunday School. group. Some of you joined us, but we missed the rest of you! You are now starting Confirmation and we would I will have a schedule handy. The money encourage you to join us in our activities. As you can see, from coffee and pop go to help subsidize youth there are a lot of different activities going on throughout activities. the year and we want you to be a part of it. Other youth, please encourage these youth to join us:
Jazmine Hammel Colin Haugen Lauren Horstmann Elizabeth Janssen DON’T MISS OUT! Samuel Janssen Drew Krull Check out these upcoming events! Gracie Morris Madyson Pralle Maggie Rahlf Kaitelyn Schulz September 4 - start selling wreaths, etc. Marrissa Van Guilder RADA orders for Christmas Pizza Ranch - October 16 And don’t forget to also encourage the sixth graders to Cardboard City - October 19-20 participate in these events. Page 21 Orphan Grain Train Update
Another activity of Orphan Grain Train is guided by retired Pastor John Reehl who makes an annual trip to Europe taking with him a group of interested travelers. They spend time visiting orphanages and children’s prisons (where permitted) in Russia, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Bibles and medical supplies are delivered on these visits. Basic supplies such as asprin and sanitary items are in short supply because the government does not take care of the needs. Pastor Reehl uses contributions to purchase these in Germany. On past visits, pastor Reehl has visited a burn hospital in Russia and aided them in obtaining items they were lacking.
A recent letter from Pastor Reehl:
Dear Friends in Christ: Greetings in the blessed name of Jesus! A letter to you have been on my mind for some time. The days have been busy but joyful since returning home from a five-week adventure in Eastern Europe. Our first group of eleven good travelers began with a visit to the Baltics; Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. After a week we went to Russia. Good experience at the border, no problems entering Russia. We spend a week visiting numerous orphanages and the hospital for the homeless elderly street people. This year we were again unable to visit any prisons. The week between the two groups was spent with our driver and good friend, Juris. We visited numerous orphanages, visit the Lutheran Archbishop and made several good contacts as we continue to work on getting Orphan Grain Train containers into Russia again. The second group had a majority of high school and university students among its members. They came into Russia and we stayed there a week visiting orphanages and hospitals. The second week was spent in the three Baltic countries visiting orphanages and receiving stations for Orphan Grain Train shipments. Travel went well. Some long delays between flights. Ground travel went well, too. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful lake house in Latvia and the hunting lodge in Lithuania. The following is a list of orphanages visiting during the five weeks. We were not able to get to all of them. During the trip we added one more orphanage to our list, Mga, Russian, an orphanage for visually impaired children.
Estonia: Tallinn Latvia: Skangali, Zvannieki Lithuania: Sakiai, Taurage Russia: Luga Babies, Luga TB, Berngardovka #1 & 2, Melnicksy Rouchei, Yukki, Pesochnoya, Naziya, Pavolvo, Molodsovo, Mga, Pavlovsk — 1,2,3,4, Gatchina, Severskya #1 & 2, Svir, Syas Story, Volkhov, Volkhov Rainbow, Petergof, Lopukhinka, Vyborg, Kalinina, Lesogorsk, Zhilgorodok #1 & 2, Tihkvin Babies, Efimovsky, Hospital #1 & 8, Anisimovo, Priozersk #1—Blds 1,2,3, Priozersk #2; Volosovo, Kingisepp, Ivangorod
Page 22 SATURDAY 1 5:30p HOLY COMMUNION 8 9:00a Sisters in Christ CC 5:30p WORSHIP 15 9:30a Assimilation Team 5:00p Blood Pressures 5:30p HOLY COMMUNION 22 5:30p WORSHIP 29 Prayer/Healing 3:00p Melissa Stoen/Ben Kohler Wedding 5:30p HOLY COMMUNION Rummage Sale Sale Rummage FRIDAY FRIDAY September 2012 7 14 6:00p Families In Christ 6:00p Movie Night 21 9:30a Library Committee 28 5:00p Wedding Rehearsal THURSDAY THURSDAY 6 8:00a Faithfully Fit 1:00p Faithful Followers CC 6:00p WORSHIP 6:30p Stephen Ministry 7:00p Chancel Chimes 13 8:00a Faithfully Fit 9:00a Sarah Circle 9:00a Circuit Conference - Eyota 6:00p HOLY COMMUNION 7:00p Chancel Chimes 20 8:00a Faithfully Fit 1:00p Faithful Followers 6:00p WORSHIP 6:30p Stephen Ministry 7:00p SEA - 2 7:00p Chancel Chimes 27 8:00a Faithfully Fit 6:00p HOLY COMMUNION 6:30p Malachi ChristCare
9:00a Staff Meeting Resource Deadline 5:30p Youth Choir (7-12) WEDNESDAY 5:30p Youth Choir (7-12) 5:47p Youth Chimes (7-12) 6:00p Men’s Bible Class 6:00p Alleluia Singers (2-6) 6:05p Cherub Choir 6:10p Confirmation 6:30p Angelic Chimes (2-6) 7:00p Sounds of Praise 8:00p Celebration 9:00a Shalom CC 5:30p Youth Choir (7-12) 5:47p Youth Chimes (7-12) 6:00p Men’s Bible Class 6:00p Alleluia Singers (2-6) 6:05p Cherub Choir 6:10p Confirmation 6:30p Angelic Chimes (2-6) 7:00p Sounds of Praise 7:00p Rebecca Circle 7:30p Acolyte Training 8:00p M.W.O.W. CC 5:47p Youth Chimes (7-12) 6:00p Alleluia Singers (2-6) 6:00p Men’s Bible Class 6:05p Cherub Choir 6:10p Confirmation 6:30p Angelic Chimes (2-6) 7:00p Sounds of Praise 7:30p CC Equippers 8:00p Celebration 8:00p M.W.O.W. CC 5 12 19 1:00p Seekers ChristCare 5:30p Youth Choir (7-12) 5:47p Youth Chimes (7-12) 6:00p Alleluia Singers (2-6) 6:00p Men’s Bible Class 6:05p Cherub Choir 6:10p Confirmation 6:30p Angelic Chimes (2-6) 7:00p Sounds of Praise 26
TUESDAY TUESDAY 4 9:00a Men’s Bible Study 9:00a Ladies’ Bible Study 10:30a FFF 7:00p Elders 7:00p Friends in Christ CC 11 9:00a Men’s Bible Study 9:00a Ladies’ Bible Study 10:30a RLCW Exec Board 10:30a FFF 11;30a Elderberries 7:00p Trustees 7:00p Youth Board 7:00p Endowment 7:30p Church Council 18 9:00a Men’s Bible Study 9:00a Ladies’ Bible Study 10:30a FFF 6:30p Koinonia ChristCare 25 9:00a Men’s Bible Study 9:00a Ladies’ Bible Study 10:30a FFF 7:00p Women’s Bible Study 7:00p Friends in Faith CC MONDAY MONDAY 3 Labor Day Office Closed 10 8:00a Quilters 6:00p CPR Class 6:15p Men’s Choir 6:30p Emmanuel CC 7;00p Barnabas Group 7:00p Eagles Wings CC 17 8:00a Quilters 6:15p Men’s Choir 6:30p Redeemer Brass 6:30p Adult Education Team 7:00p Salt Shakers CC 7:00p Gommel’s CC 24 8:00a Quilters 6:15p Men’s Choir 7:00p Health Cabinet SUNDAY Redeemer Lutheran Calendar
Page 23 2 HOLY COMMUNION - 8:00 and 9:30 am 9 Rally Day WORSHIP - 8 and 10:40 am 9:00a Blood Pressures 9:20a Adult Bible Classes 9:20a Sunday School 10:30a Rally Day Luncheon 4:30p Instruments of Praise 7:00p Lutherans For Life 16 HOLY COMMUNION - 8:00 and 10:40 pm 9:00a Blood Pressures 9:20a Adult Bible Classes 9:20a Sunday School 2:30p Annual Golf Tournament 6:00p Youth Night 6:30p Partners in Christ CC 23 WORSHIP - 8 and 10:40 am 9:00a Blood Pressures 9:20a Adult Bible Classes 9:20a Sunday School 6:00p Youth Night 7:00p Oikos CC 30 Prayer/Healing HOLY COMMUNION - 8:00 and 10:40 pm 8:30a Flu Shots (8:30-10:30) 9:00a Blood Pressures 9:20a Adult Bible Classes 9:20a Sunday School 6:00p Youth Night 6:30p Partners in Christ CC Blessed to Serve. . . Acolytes 9/02 8:00 am Tom and Dory Moore 9/02 8:00 am Lindsay Behne / Johanna Blanco 9:30 am Dick and Shirley Valde 9:30 am Jenna Wileman / Krista Zemke 9/08 5:30 pm Sue Kazos 9/09 8:00 am Damian Chaloner/Kayla Manuell 9/09 8:00 am Bruce and Cheri Struve 10:40 am Dillon Hagen/Drew Hellickson John and Carrie Johnson 9/16 8:00 am Lindsey Ward / Madisyn Timm 10:40 am Caroline Ferdig, June Storma 10:40 am Grayson Loos / Rylan Webster 9/15 5:30 pm Gary and Susan Tollers 9/23 8:00 am Kenyatta Kruetzfeldt / Morgan Nitz 9/16 8:00 am The Henkel Family 10:40 am Sam Rivas / Kyle Hooten Bruce and Jan Ludwig 9/30 8:00 am Sam Hildestad / Sam Sonnabend 10:40 am Leslee Nisbit and Christian 10:40 am Jadyn Shumaker 9/22 5:30 pm Larry and Diana Stoen 9/23 8:00 am Kelly and Mandie Anderson Altar Guild 10:40 am Marty and Elvera Cordes Chair: Renee Brandt Lois Norby and Ann Boyd Members: Shari Kmett, Sherry Haugen, Marlie Ernst, 9/29 5:30 pm Janet and Gordon Hoffmann Connie Harnack, Dot Beasley, Linda Krueger 9/30 8:00 am Stan and Linda Sohre Dick and Ruth Vrieze Blood Pressure Nurses 10:40 am Donna Fitzgerald, Darlene Thompson Blood pressures are taken every Sunday and every third Saturday of the month. Lay Readers 9/01 5:30 pm Alan Krueger September 2 No blood pressures 9/02 8:00 am Jess Ihrke September 9 Barb Wallskog 9:30 am Tim Strohschein September 15 9/08 5:30 pm Donna Mundell September 16 Sue Kazos 9/09 8:00 am Will Mundell September 20 Kathy Zarling 10:40 am June Storma September 23 Angela Peterson 9/15 5:30 pm Christian Nisbit September 30 Mary Henkel 9/16 8:00 am Ardell Brenner 10:40 am Erin Harvey Elders 9/22 5:30 pm Clare Lovick-West 8/30 6:00 pm Jim Weispfenning / Lynn Meier 9/23 8:00 am Bruce Struve 9/01 5:30 pm Scott Feeder / Larry Reinartz 10:40 am Julie Probach 9/02 8:00 am Marlowe Bennett 9/29 5:30 pm Joel Dubbels 9:30 am Jerry Ott 9/30 8:00 am Julie Gehrking 9/06 6:00 pm Jim Bronk 10:40 am Beth Hanson 9/08 5:30 pm Marlowe Bennett 9/09 8:00 am Arnold Boese Pew Maintenance 10:40 am Randy Hellickson Marilyn Poppe 9/13 6:00 pm Tony Fick 9/15 5:30 pm Marlowe Bennett Redeemer Women 9/16 8:00 am Andy Hanson When help is needed, the chairpersons for September, 10:40 am Mike Hooten Dee Christenson and Jan Dicke, will call women who are 9/20 6:00 pm Lynn Meier listed in the church directory. 9/22 5:30 pm Larry Reinartz 9/23 8:00 am Mick Reese Transportation 10:40 am Dan Zemke Please call the church office by Noon on Thursday (289- 9/27 6:00 pm Scott Okuno 5147) if you need a ride to worship. 9/29 5:30 pm Dewey Wondrasch 9/30 8:00 am Matt Nitz / Scott Feeder Ushers 10:40 am Jim Weispfenning / Jerry Ott 5:30 pm Fred Crossfield and Richard Ward 8:00 am Ed Feeder, Harold Jenkins, Andrew Greeters Fockler, Jeff Lee, Sam Gehrking 9/01 5:30 pm Lyle and Kathy Voight 10:40 am Willis Fitting, Joel Pralle, Gary Seering, Grant and Cara Wilson Christian Nisbit, Loran Hoppe, Brandon Page 24 Hoppe
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