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December 2016

All In His Family Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church Advent Devotion When Schubert Isn’t Really Schubert From Pastor Jeff Even the most casual of television just the same. watchers can see the interest we Ameri- What the lin- cans have with our family ancestry. Web- eage of Jesus sites like Ancestry.Com help the curious demonstrates is trace their family trees back many gener- something you ations. Now you can even send in a small may already know, namely, that God uses sample of your DNA from a mouth swab, weak and human vessels of clay to car- CHRISTMAS and within a few weeks, get your racial ry out His great purposes. Granted, there WORSHIP SCHEDULE background, discovering if you are really were powerful kings and rulers in Jesus’ as much a German as you thought. Lots of line. There were also plenty of common surprises await those that use this service! folks, average, everyday people. But they Christmas Eve Worship A few years ago, a relative I never had something in common: They were Saturday, December 24 knew existed (in California) called me frail, sinful human beings just like you and 1 PM, 3 PM, 5 PM, with the news that she traced my family me. 7 PM, & 9 PM tree (which included hers) and said she Jesus: The God-Man. Holy and with- would send me the results. She added, out sin as the Son of the Living God. Yet, there was a big surprise. The surprise human, born of the Virgin Mary, with a lin- Christmas Day Worship was this: My family name of “Schubert” eage going back to Adam and Eve. Gener- Sunday, December 25 wasn’t always my family name. Apparent- ations of people, culminating in the Great- ly, when my grandfather was a small boy est Family Member of all: Christ the Lord, 9 AM and came over from Europe with his dad the Second Adam. The One who would do (my great-grandfather), they changed it right. their name on Ellis Island from Czubkow- Grace upon grace, we have been ad- Nursery ski (pronounced “Schub---Cow—Ski) to opted into that family by virtue of our Holy “Schubert.” So, the surprise was that I am Baptisms, wherein the Holy Spirit brought Little Lamb much more Polish than I ever thought. us to faith, washed away our sin, and re- Nursery, located She didn’t trace my family tree much past generated us to a new life in Christ. That down in the that—and maybe more surprises could grace extends to the very best and the Divine Daycare Center is open have awaited me. We shall never know. very worst of us….even to the crazy Uncle on Sunday mornings during Maybe that’s a good thing….you just nev- Louies in His family (which may, in fact, worship from 9:15-11:30 AM. er know! actually be us!) We are located down stairs During this Advent season, we will be So, enjoy the ancestral journey this below the Fellowship Hall in exploring the family tree and ancestry of Advent as we trace Jesus’ family tree, and the Divine Daycare area. Jesus. Of course, we know that His Father celebrate the wonderful discovery that we wasn’t Joseph. So, for many, that was a are part of His family as well. That should surprise in and of itself. There were many always surprise us, no matter what our last BAPTISMS surprises on Mary’s side of Jesus’ lineage name happens to be! HARRISON DEVO SUTTON too. Not everyone in Jesus’ ancestry were Making a difference in things eternal, Baptized: November 6, 2016 the best and the brightest of God’s chil- Pastor Jeff Parents: Shawn Sutton & dren. Many were, shall we say, surprising. Kristine Ball a prostitute (Rahab); an adulterer and Sponsors: Robert & murderer (David); a big liar (Jacob); and Chelsea Chandler on and on the list goes. I guess there is always a couple in- MID-WEEK ADVENT REID THOMAS POLCZYNSKI teresting (or even odd) folks in a person’s WORSHIP SERVICES Baptized: November 13, 2016 lineage. We all have our “crazy Uncle Parents: Brad & Erin Wednesdays Louies,” who we sometimes politely avoid 6:30 PM in the Polczynski All In His Family Divine Redeemer Lutheran Sponsors: Kirsten Cooper during family functions. But, hey! They Sanctuary Church Advent Devotion & Eric Rooker are still part of the family, so we love them

LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 2 Special Service of Prayer for Healing Some time ago, a special rite of anoint- Pastors Jeff, Seth or Kurt if you have need ing (with oil) was performed. Since that or interest. time, leadership has asked if such a service could be done on a semi-regular ba- sis for others who desire anointing with oil BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOMINATIONS: and prayer (an ancient Christian custom.) Such a service will take place on Trina Jashinsky: President Elect January 29 and May 21 at 11:45 AM in the Ward Abbs: Director Sanctuary. Ken Saydel: Director This is not a regular worship service “Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for Todd Wenzel: Director but rather for the individuals who are very the elders of the church, and let them pray Paul Wervey: Director ill and would like prayer and the applica- over him, anointing him with oil in the name 2017 ELDER NOMINATIONS: tion of oil during the rite. Please contact of the Lord.” James 5:14 Mike Johnson Tim Martins Andy Portale Kids’ Connection Bios are available in the back Merry Christmas from all of us at Kids It is such a blessing for of the Sanctuary prior to the Connection! the students in Kids Connec- Voters’ Meeting. We are excited to share that Kids tion to be able to share their VOTERS’ MEETING: Connection will be sharing the Christmas musical and acting talents! SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11 message again this year during the 10:30 During the month of December, we are 11:45 AM • MEDIA CENTER am service in the sanctuary on December collecting non-perishable food items for lo- 18th. Kindergarten through 6th grade will cal food pantries. Also, remember we will perform a complete program at the start of not be having Kids Connection on Decem- the service. ber 25 nor January 1. 3K and 4K will be performing as well! We wish you all a blessed Christmas Their performance will take place on Decem- and a Happy New Year! ber 11 during the 9:15 AM service in the gym.

Kids ages 3-12 can join us for a fun night out on January 13 Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church Go online to register at www.drlc.org Dinner, crafts, games, and loads of activities in a safe environment. Doors open at 6 PM and pickup is between 8:45-9 PM Cost is $5.00 per child Parents can enjoy their time while your children are well cared for. It’s going to be a blast ~ the kids won’t want to miss it!

LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 3 Angel Trees Shoeboxes have left the building! THE ANGEL TREE this Christ- Operation Christmas Child boxes are Once in awhile the boxes mas Season has three separate packed and on their way — thanks to all the don’t arrive until May. opportunities for us to share the volunteers, donations and all who are praying Stay tuned for follow-up Greatest Story ever told about for their safe travel. We don’t have a total num- meetings sometime in January. We will go over Jesus, our Savior, and friend. ber of boxes packed as of the printing time of how the packing party went and what can be 1. Christmas Stockings for the this publication. improved upon. Merry Christmas to everyone children at the SOS Center in The journey for the boxes is sometimes from Operation Christmas Child. God’s richest Milwaukee will include a book more than four weeks but the same message blessings on you and your family. Thank you “The Christmas Story”, along is taught of the rejoicing good news that Jesus for your support! with fresh fruit, candy, treats, is our Savior no matter what time of year it is! etc. A check to DRLC for $10.00 (marked Angel Tree) will cov- er the cost of each Christmas MID-WEEK ADVENT WORSHIP SERVICES Stocking. 2. Men and women released during the winter from Beginning Wednesday, November 30 please join us for our the House of Correction are not All in HIS Family Sermon series presented each week during given warm coats. Gently used our Sunday and Mid-week Advent Worship Services. You will or new men and women’s coats you donate will be delivered to learn about each one of Jesus’ descendants and their role they the LCMS prison ministry. 3. A played in His ancestral lineage. Then pick up the All in His Family mother in the inner city for the devotional booklet for your family Advent devotions. Each day has All In His Family Divine Redeemer Lutheran first time is able to have an apart- a lesson written by a member of Divine Redeemer’s community. Church Advent Devotion ment with her three children. Warm blankets, sheet sets and Advent Season— November 30 thru December 21 towels are needed. The children are involved in the after school program at the SOS Center in the inner-city. Please return the Breakfast With Angels along with your gifts by Sunday, December 11. The King PLEASE INVITE YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS to a hearty pancake breakfast where everyone will step back in time to meet Mary, Joseph, wise men, shepherds, and of course, Baby Jesus, TIME TO JOIN THE our King. The morning concludes with NEW MEMBER a special program designed to give CLASSES everyone the whole story of Jesus. The New Member TRANS- Reserve your spot at www.drlc.org FER Classes, will take place on Saturday, December 3 December 4 & 11 from 10:30- 9AM in the DR gym 11:30 AM. If you know of someone who wants to join and is transferring from another LCMS church, please direct them to one of our pastors by calling the church office at 262-367-8400. Regular New Member Class- es will begin on Sunday, Janu- ary 8 at 10:30 AM. Please call the January 5 – March 30 church office (262-367-8400) if you want to join Divine Redeem- er and are not a Missouri Synod Lutheran yet.

LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 4 Time for the Annual Men’s Retreat Apple Pie The men of our congregation have been The major goal of the retreat invited to be a part of the 17th annual Men’s is to raise the spiritual life of all the participants. Fundraising Retreat to be held at the Holiday Inn in Manito- This year we have a very special offering for first woc on the weekend of February 10-12, 2017. time attendees to the retreat with a $50.00 sav- Update The theme for this year’s retreat is, ”The ings. Also, everyone else will receive a savings We have many folks to thank Christian Atheist.” It is based on a book with if they register before December 12. The retreat but most of all YOU. We thank the same title and is written by Pastor Craig makes a good Christmas present for the man in you for your pie order. We made Groeschel. He defines a Christian Athesist as your house. Also, if you know of someone who 1250 pies this year. The few ex- a person who states that he believes in God is struggling with his faith, invite them to the but lives his life as if God does not exist. Some retreat. This includes your friend, co-worker, tras that were built were bought other signs include: because they do not read relative, or your neighbor. and donated as thank yous to: God’s Word they really don’t know the Lord; If you have any questions about the retreat new school families, Operation they usually pray on Sunday mornings; their life you can e-mail Jim Berg at jnrberg67@gmail. Christmas Child to sell at their style is from this world; their life is full of worry; com or phone him at 414-462-5871. May God bake sale, in our Thanksgiving they pursue happiness at any cost; their future bless your Christmas. baskets for those in need, and for life is all about money. new members joining DR. We truly express many thanks also to the following families and businesses who helped us: The Boelters The Bielawa family The Howes Join us for a Night of Caroling The Keidl Family Brian Dahlman (Domino Foods) Ministry to Men is hosting its Men’s Christmas Caroling event for all of the men of DR on Monday, December 19 beginning at 5:30 PM.

Specific details will follow in Spread The Word and via Mission Matters e-blasts. At the end we will all head back to Endters for pizza and fellowship. The men are encouraged to join us at ANY point throughout the night. Please RSVP to David Lange [email protected] or by cell at 414-303-8170.

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G4G Purpose Statement: Empowered by the Holy Spirit, the Women’s Ministry of DRLC will provide opportunities for us to grow in our relationship with Jesus, serve others with our time and talents, pray for the needs of our sisters, and gather to connect as girlfriends for God.

“Finding Your Core” Saturday, January 28th 7:30-10:30 Gymnasium

Our Table Hostesses make Christmas by Candlelight very We have a unique event planned to that will be good for your body and your special every year! soul! We will begin with an optional boot camp workout from 7:30-8:15 AM, Thank you SO MUCH for led by Laura Swan. Then we will do 20 minutes of stretching. At about 8:50 we making our event so will enjoy a smoothie bar and fruit. Then we will have worship and a program. beautiful! We will be done by 10:30. Watch for a postcard that will be coming! Bring a yoga mat or towel and a friend! J Lisa Schraufnagel Arlene Adams

Ann Marie Hahn

Cherie Konkel Mary Kuehl Our Annual Girlfriends Getaway is February 24-26! Stephanie Cutler Jennifer Bertram We are very excited to once again offer our retreat weekend at the end of Nancy Niedziela February at The Abbey Resort in Fontana, WI! This year we are flying in a Lori Pollock speaker from California! Jackie Oesch will be speaking on the topic, “Set Free & Michelle Johnson Standing Tall”. Jackie is a gifted Bible teacher who is currently the president of Alexis Kaikini CrossConnect Ministries. Her hope and joy have come through a growing Karen Cooper relationship with Jesus. Jackie has facilitated Bible study groups, women’s Jan Prox retreats, and ministered with pastors’ wives through the Pastoral Leadership

Stacy Bader Institute. You will blessed with her messages, the worship, the girlfriend Corinne Merten connections and the relaxation of getting away for awhile. Please note our Renee Bielawa early bird deadline of December 31, 2016. After that, the prices increase by Donna Gerndt $30. You can register on-line if you would prefer. Jennifer Kleba Amber Curtis, Denise Adler, & Kari Molnau Dee Dee Wille & Barb Uttech Sherree Lenz & Tiffany Detvan Lori Anacker P.J. Weissenborn

Tricia Peck Jackie Oesch, our keynote speaker

LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 6 Jochen Keute, Deutsche Zentrale für Tourismus e.V. Divine Redeemer Lutherstadt Wittenberg Lutheran presents...

Reformation Jubilee Journey 2017 Germany’s “Luther Country” and 500 Years of the Reformation Be part of a once-in-a-lifetime journey commemorating the 500th Anniversary of one of the most transformational events in world history—the Protestant Reformation! Travel into the heart of Germany’s “Luther Country,” experiencing the Reformation story and the ideas of Martin Luther that forever altered society. Visit all three German National Exhibitions for the Reformation; such UNESCO World Heritage sites as Castle Church, where Luther nailed his 95 theses to the door; and sites of his birth, baptism, exile, ministry and family life. Also experience the home and music of Luther’s House in Eisenach Bach, a cruise on the romantic Rhine River, and such historic landmarks as the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate and Holocaust Memorial. Travelers of all walks and faiths will find an incredible opportunity to reflect on fundamental ideas of faith, philosophy, Join Us for a ‘Faith Anniversary’ Trip! history and liberty that resonate across centuries, borders and We invite you to tour beautiful Germany with us this fall— social boundaries. visiting the scenic countryside and historic towns where Martin Luther lived, studied, struggled and courageously spearheaded the Reformation 500 years ago! This amazing trip—planned NETHERLANDS especially for our group by Country Travel DISCOVERIES—will Berlin be a spiritual journey and more. In addition to “Luther Country,” we’ll cruise the Rhine River to see its famous castles and vineyards Magdenburg and visit vibrant Berlin. Einbeck Wittenberg Our Lutheran heritage will come alive as we travel to Eisleben Wittenberg, where, on October 31, 1517, Luther nailed his GERMANY 95 Theses to the massive door of “Castle Church”—an event Eisenach that lives on in Christian history. The town’s commemorative exhibition is drawing visitors from around the world. In nearby Erfurt

Eisenach, we’ll tour the imposing Wartburg Castle where Luther Rhine River (in exile) translated the New Testament into German, and also Limburg Koblenz CZECH Marksburg visit Johann Sebastian Bach’sth home.Jubilee. And in Berlin, we have tickets Coburg REPUBLIC to The Luther Effect, 500 Years of the Reformation, Germany’s St. Goar Frankfurt national exhibit for the 500 Rüdesheim These are just a few highlights of the experiences our group

will share. Please browse through the 11-day itinerary to see all Rothenburg ob de Tauber that’s included: Motorcoach to Chicago, round-trip airfare, a FRANCE dedicated European tour guide, admission to all attractions, meals featuring German specialties, quality hotels, gratuities and more. We hope you will join us for this unforgettable walk of faith!

Pastor Jeff and Judy Schubert For Questions, Contact: Country Travel DISCOVERIES 855-744-9747 | [email protected]

LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 7 DAYS 1 & 2–CHICAGO/WILLKOMMEN TO GERMANY! Upon arrival at Frankfurt Airport you will be met by our local Discoveries Director. Our introduction to Germany today is the picturesque town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a good example of a typical German town dating back to the 16th century. Our hotel is situated in the historic center, which still is surrounded by medieval city walls. After lunch on your own, take a guided orientation walk showcasing the imposing town gates, impressive high-gabled houses, lively marketplace, stunning baroque town hall and more. You’ll have time to rest up before our evening get together and Welcome Dinner. D

DAY 3–COBURG CASTLE/THURINGIAN FOREST/ERFURT Today, begin your journey to the land of the Reformation. Our first stop is Veste Coburg Castle where Luther spent a few weeks under protection while an outlaw of the Holy Roman Empire. Afterwards, head north along the Thuringian Forest Motorway, Germany’s most expensive roadway ever, with countless bridges and the country’s longest tunnel. Eisleben Fremdenverkehrsverein Lutherstadt Visit Erfurt, the town where Martin Luther studied law and business before joining the Augustinian convent as a monk. On a guided walking tour through this charming town with many timber framed houses we see the market with St Mary’s Cathedral, the merchant’s bridge, and visit the Augustinian monastery. B, D

DAY 4–WARTBURG CASTLE/“LUTHER AND THE GERMANS“/ EISENACH In nearby Eisenach, historic Wartburg Castle sits enthroned over the town. In medieval times, a famed singing contest held here was background for Richard Wagner’s great opera Tannhäuser. In 1817, German students here demanded civil rights and the foundation of a German Republic. The black-red-gold flag they used became the model Lutherstadt Eisleben Market Square for today’s German national flag; it can still be seen in the Festival Hall here that was built by composer Franz Liszt. It was also at Wartburg where Martin Luther hid in 1521 and 1522, taking on the assumed name of Knight George, after being placed under an imperial ban. While here, he translated the New Testament into German. You will also see the National Exhibition “Luther and the Germans”. Following our castle visit, we’ll drive downhill into the town of Eisenach—birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach. We visit the museum in the house where he was born and listen to a demonstration of Bach’s works on historical instruments. Back in Erfurt, we’ll dine in a rustic “medieval style” restaurant. B, D

DAY 5–LUTHER BIRTHPLACE/WITTENBERG © Terra Lu Travel Today, tour Lutherstadt Eisleben, beloved hometown of Martin Luther. He returned to the city often throughout his life and this is where he died in 1546. Upon arrival we’ll visit his birthplace, a reconstruction of the original house. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to the permanent exhibition, “Where I come from – Martin Luther and Eisleben”. You will marvel at authentic artifacts such as Luther’s original Baptismal center in St Peter & Paul’s Church

baptismal font from 1518! Next, visit St. Andrew’s Church, where the Bildarchiv Monheim GmbH, DZT/Wartburg-Stiftung Great Reformer gave his last four sermons from the church pulpit. With its eleven narrow steps, this same pulpit is still used today for major

Wartburg Castle, where Luther translated the New Testament while in exile, is one of several UNESCO World Heritage sites you’ll visit.

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religious occasions. In St Peter and Paul, the church where Luther was baptized, see the new “Baptism Center”, which aims to address the meaning of baptism in modern times. Continue to Wittenberg in the afternoon. B, D

DAY 6–“LUTHER! 95 PEOPLE – 95 TREASURES“ EXHIBITION A full day in the cradle of the Reformation awaits. This morning, tour Wittenburg, where Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of All Saints’ Church, more commonly known as the Schlosskirche or Castle Church, on October 31, 1517. In Luther’s time it was the University Chapel and the doors were used as a bulletin board. Luther preached here often and in the St. Mary’s Town Church. In 1508, when Martin Luther came to Wittenberg, he lived in the Black Abbey – now known as the “Lutherhaus”. It was here that he had his “Tower Experience” and first grasped the gift of faith by grace alone. Later, Luther lived here with his wife, Katharina von Bora, and their six children. B, D

DAY 7–BERLIN/“THE LUTHER EFFECT, 500 YEARS OF THE REFORMATION“ EXHIBITION We leave Lutherland and head north to Berlin, the vibrant capital of Germany. See the famous sites on a guided city tour, including the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and the Holocaust Memorial. Cold War history comes alive at the remnants of the Berlin Wall. Then, take in the final National Exhibit of the 500th Jubilee at the German Historical Museum, The Luther Effect, 500 Years of the Reformation. B, D

DAY 8–MAGDEBURG CATHEDRAL/BREWERY TOUR Today, we’ll ride a part of the former “Transit Autobahn,” which connected the wall- surrounded part of West Berlin with West Germany, crossing through the communistic East. In Magdeburg, enjoy lunch on your own and visit Germany’s oldest gothic cathedral (the current construction dates back to 1209), which covers the grave of the first German Kaiser Otto I. Before moving to Erfurt, Martin Luther was a student in Magdeburg. Overnight in the picturesque town of Einbeck – birthplace of both Martin Luther’s favorite beer, and of Henry Muhlenberg, “patriarch” of the Lutheran Church in the USA and of an Guard towers and other remnants of the American political dynasty. We can’t miss the Berlin Wall recall the Cold War era brewery tour! Dinner tonight will be with a good beer in a local restaurant. B, D

DAY 9–LIMBURG CATHEDRAL/RHINE VALLEY Today, visit the well preserved and historic city of Limburg with its half-timbered houses, th some dating back to the 13 Century. Tour the Zentrale für Tourismus e.V. Deutsche und Dirk Lehnartz, Klaus Romanesque style Cathedral, a city highlight dating back to 1235. Its façade is formed from

Berlin’s famed Brandenburg Gate Jörg mbH Sachsen-Anhalt Gläscher, IMG

View of the 95 Theses that Luther posted on the door of Schlosskirche or All Saints’ Church

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LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 Dietmar Scherf, Deutsche Zentrale für TourismusDietmar Scherf, e.V. ______Discoveries Experience two towers. A huge round 11 Days • 18 Meals window, pilaster strips, archivolts, pillars, and Sept 28-Oct 8, 2017 arches give the cathedral Retail Price Per Person: its special appearance. Enjoy free time in the Double: $4,397; Single: $4,647 old town, one of the (Based on group size. See Registration form.) region’s prettiest and Depart/Return: Chicago, IL best preserved, for lunch on your own before continuing on to ______Discoveries Inclusions Rüdesheim. B, D • Round-trip air from Chicago O’Hare DAY 10–RHINE RIVER International Airport CRUISE/MARKSBURG • Round-trip Motorcoach Transportation CASTLE Cruise the legendary Rhine Begin our final day with from Divine Redeemer to Chicago a cruise on the Rhine O’Hare Int’l Airport River, floating through • Admission to all 3 German National the most romantic part of the valley past Exhibitions for the Reformation Jubilee castles, vineyards, and • Eisleben: Tour of Luther’s birth house, the famous Lorelei cliff. churches and town Upon disembarking, we will drive to Marksburg • Guided city tours of Wittenberg, Berlin, Castle, built about 1200 Erfurt and Rothenburg and the only Castle along • Visit historic castles at Veste Coburg, the Rhine that never has been destroyed. The Wartburg and Marksburg rest of the day, relax • J.S. Bach home and music demo back in Rüdesheim until • Tour of Einbeck brewery we gather for a festive Farewell Dinner. B, D Tourist-Information Wittenberg Lutherstadt • Rhine River cruise • Audio guide system on walking tours DAY 11–FRANKFURT/ • Gratuities for your experienced, CHICAGO Enjoy a final breakfast professional Motorcoach driver and with new friends before English-speaking Tour Director heading toward Frankfurt • Bag handling (1 per person) at hotels Airport and home, filled with new, first- • Fees/tips for included attractions/meals hand experience of the • 24-hour emergency call service historic Reformation and amazing life of Martin Luther. B x Quality Accommodations Celebrants reimagine Luther’s wedding to ______Katharina von Bora in Wittenburg Night 2: Hotel Schranne, Rothenburg Nights 3-4: Mercure Hotel Erfurt Altstadt, Erfurt Nights 5-6: Lutherhotel, Wittenberg

Limburg Cathedral HA Hessen Agentur GmbH Night 7: Mark Hotel, Berlin Night 8: Freigeist Einbeck, Einbeck Nights 9-10: Hotel Trapp, Rüdesheim

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LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 10 December 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 DRLS- Book Fair 2 DRLS- Book Fair 3 DRLS- Book Fair 9:00 AM M.O.M Cafe 8:00 AM Breakfast With The King 9:30 AM Senior Connection Bible Set up Study 6:30 PM g4G Christmas By Candlelight 6:30 PM DivorceCare Sign up and choose DRLS and help us earn cash.

4 DRLS- Book Fair 5 6 7 8 9 10 8:00 AM Worship Service - Church9:00 AM Women’s Bible Study 6:30 AM Men’s Bible Study 9:00 AM Women’s Bible Study 9:00 AM M.O.M Cafe 5:30 PM 6th-8th Grade Ignite 9:15 AM Worship Service - Gym 6:00 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal 5:30 PM Zumba 9:30 AM Senior Connection Bible 9:15 AM Adult Bible Class, Kids’ 7:00 PM Choir Rehearsal 6:30 PM Midweek Advent Worship Study 7:00 PM Dartball 6:30 PM DivorceCare Connection, Confirmation Classes 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball 7:30 PM Rehearsal for Christmas 10:30 AM Adult Bible Class Concert 10:30 AM Worship Service - Church

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 8:00 AM Worship Service - Church6:30 PM Women’s Bible Study 6:30 AM Men’s Bible Study 9:00 AM Women’s Bible Study 9:30 AM Senior Connection Bible 9:15 AM Worship Service - Gym 7:00 PM Dartball 5:30 PM Zumba Study 9:15 AM Adult Bible Class, Kids’ 7:00 PM Outreach Team Meeting 6:30 PM Midweek Advent Worship Connection, Confirmation Classes 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball 10:30 AM Adult Bible Class 10:30 AM Worship Service - Church 11:30 AM Voters’ Meeting

18 19 20 21 22 DRLS- No School 23 DRLS- No School 24 CHRISTMAS EVE 8:00 AM Worship Service - Church5:30 PM Men’s Christmas Caroling6:30 AM Men’s Bible Study 5:30 PM Zumba 9:30 AM Senior Connection Bible Church and School Offices Closed 1:00 PM Christmas Eve Worship 9:15 AM Worship Service - Gym 6:30 PM Women’s Bible Study 6:30 PM DRLS Christmas Concert 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball Study 3:00 PM Christmas Eve Worship 9:15 AM Adult Bible Class, Kids’ 7:00 PM Board of Directors’ 5:00 PM Christmas Eve Worship Connection, Confirmation Classes Meeting 7:00 PM Candlelight Christmas Eve Worship 10:30 AM Adult Bible Class 9:00 PM Candlelight Christmas Eve 10:30 AM Worship Service - Church Worship 10:30 AM Kids’ Connection Christmas Concert

25 CHRISTMAS DAY 26 DRLS- No School 27 DRLS- No School 28 DRLS- No School 29 DRLS- No School 30 DRLS- No School 31 New Year’s EVE 9:00 AM Christmas Day Worship -Church and School Offices Closed 6:30 AM Men’s Bible Study 5:30 PM Zumba Church The mission of Divine Redeemer Lutheran School in partnership with parents is... providing all students with a high quality, Christ-centered education while nurturing and equipping them to meet life’s challenges and opportunities as faithful servants of Jesus Christ. D.eaR. NEW TEACHER FEATURE: Diary... Pastor Kurt Wenzelburger December can be a very It is a bit of irony that this month’s new duties as well. Pastor “W”, as he is affec- hectic and exhausting month feature teacher is not exactly “new”. Every tionately known to his students, felt the call for many reasons. Time is Divine Redeemer member knows Pastor to return to the classroom and has had the consumed by decorating, Wenzelburger from his involvement and dual pastor/teacher title with both responsi- purchasing gifts, planning passion for preaching the Word of God, bilities ever since. His favorite thing about parties, hosting visitors, and teaching Bible Studies, running outreach Divine Redeemer, which probably has a lot a list of many other distrac- programs and so many more of his dai- to do with his decision to return to teaching, tions. It usually isn’t until the ly pastoral responsibilities. Many school is the students! Kurt enjoys seeing his stu- relaxing down time when you members may even remember the day dents grow and enjoys learning about their get the chance to look around when Pastor Wenzelburger was Mr. Wen- lives! Pastor Wenzelburger and his wife, and reflect on the gifts that zelburger and was one of the seventh Shelley, have two children- Garrett and are the people in your life. grade teachers at Divine Redeemer Luther- Jana. Both of his children have expressed Maybe it’s that quiet time after an School (1997-2002). Kurt had received their own interest in teaching as Garrett is all the gifts have been opened his Bachelors Degree in Education and a High School Biology teacher in Michigan and you can simply sit back Teaching Certificate from Concordia, River and Jana is studying to become a Special and enjoy that special fam- Forest, Illinois. He then went on to teach at Education and Elementary School teach- ily moment. One would like Lutheran schools in Chicago, Elm Grove, er. We are so very excited to have Pastor to think that Mary and Jo- and then at Divine Redeemer. He left his Wenzelburger back as a member of the seph experienced a sense position at Divine Redeemer when he felt faculty as well. of peacefulness after Jesus’ called by God to become a Lutheran Minis- birth. They had endured so ter. Kurt attended the Concordia Seminary very much and now here was in St. Louis, Missouri and became an or- their child, the King of the dained Minister of the Word. After serving World, the fulfillment of God’s at Beautiful Savior in Milwaukee, Pastor promise! Now, because of Je- Wenzelburger received a pastoral call to sus’ birth, we have the peace return to Divine Redeemer and served as and comfort that comes a pastor who also taught in the classroom. with knowing the Savior has He continued his dual pastoral and teach- come! This Christmas, re- er responsibilities for five years and then member the gift that was and returned to his pastoral duties full-time. Be- is Jesus and enjoy the peace ginning with this current school year, after a you have in knowing that we faculty member retired and the shifting of a are His chosen people- a be- few teacher class assignments changed, a loved member of His family! position opened up for a sixth grade teach- December is filled with im- er. Kurt was willing to add the title of Sixth portant school events- Mark Grade Teacher back to his list of respon- your calendars: (See next page) sibilities while still maintaining his pastoral

LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 12 • Sunday, November 27 – Special School Day Honored Sunday, December 4 School Book Fair Students Grandparents • Friday, December 2 This past October, the school halls were Spirit Day/ Pep Rally- Wear filled with many special grandparents and —The grandparents blue & green or Eagle spirit- visitors. These specials guests were treated that traveled the furthest (both from Florida) wear to an afternoon program, concert, reception were the grandparents of the Kanaru Family • Friday, December 16 and classroom opportunities. School Princi- and the grandma from the Stippich Family. Three Year Old Preschool & pal, Michael Oldenburg, presented awards for —The Most Grandchildren/Great Grandchil- Four Year Old Kindergarten various categories such as furthest traveled, dren went to the Grandma of the Johnson combined Christmas Program oldest, most grandchildren, etc. and award Family. 9 a.m. Church recipients received candies and flowers. Fol- —Oldest Grandparent went to three grand- lowing the program, these guests visited with • Tuesday, December 20 mothers- Heintz Family, McGlocklin Family, their grandchild in their classrooms and gave School Christmas Concert and the Jendusa Family (each of them over them the “inside scoop” on what’s going on (5K- 8th Gr.) School 90 years old). Gymnasium their class. Special gifts and cards were given by students to their grandparents and the —Longest married were grandparents to the • Wednesday, December 21 afternoon ended with a nice reception in the Hoppe & Sitzmann families. School Christmas Parties school’s cafeteria. Many guests were very im- —Youngest Grandparent was 50 year old Grandparent, Jim Butzlaff. • Thursday, December 22 – pressed with the friendliness, fun, and special Tuesday, January 3 treatment they received. Divine Redeemer Lu- —Newest Grandparent was the grandma Christmas Break- No School theran School hosts this event and is thankful of the Satler Family with a three-day-old for so many loving family members that joined grandchild. • Wednesday, January 4 us for this important event. Classes Resume Bus Company Thanked for Excellent Bus Service This past fall, the bus service that carries Divine Redeemer Lutheran School’s moms, students to and from Divine Redeemer Lu- Mrs. Chrissy Artru, who owns and operates theran School each day, Dousman Transport “Sugar Mamas Bakery”. Merry Christmas from Company (DTC), experienced a business fire. This fire was extensive and left them with an the Faculty & Staff of entire fleet of burned-out school buses. The Divine Redeemer Lutheran fire occurred on a quiet Sunday late afternoon and was quickly reported by the local media. School. May this season To date the reasons for the fire have not yet and the New Year be been determined. Most impressive was the fact that Dousman Transport Company was filled with the comfort and ready to go and operating at full capacity the peace of knowing God’s very next Monday morning. Divine Redeemer Lutheran School students, and others in the promises are ours through area, were safely delivered to their schools on the birth of Jesus Christ. time, without any problems or delays. School Principal, Mike Oldenburg, decided to thank DTC for their efficiency and professionalism in light of such a tragedy. He brought a box of beautifully decorated school bus cookies to their headquarters in thanks for the quality job servicing the students of Divine Redeemer. The cookies were handmade by one of

LIF ELINES Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School • 262-367-8400 • www.drlc.org December 2016 13

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Return Service Requested Worship Service Times Sundays ~ 8:00 AM & 10:30 AM Traditional Worship in the Church ~ 9:15 AM Contemporary Worship in the Gym ~ 9:15 - 10:15 AM Adult Bible Connection Confirmation Classes Kids Connection ~ 10:30-11:30 AM Adult Bible Connection (Including New Member Classes)

Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church and School Staff Pastoral Staff Seth Flick School Faculty Jeffery Schubert 8th Grade Dale Kleba Kurt Wenzelburger Becky Rohde 7th Grade Dottie Avery Chief Operating Officer Ed Eldridge Mike Stollenwerk School Principal Michael Oldenburg 6th Grade Micah Baganz Support Staff Pastor Kurt Wenzelburger Administrative Assistant Gail Arnold 5th Grade Lynn Cox Lisa Plopper Business Manager Renee Kandler 4th Grade Jennifer Boris Director of Communications Ruth Sternemann Kathy Ziska Director of Day Care Kate Jendusa 3rd Grade Nancy Bretzmann Director of Maintenance Jim Suchocki Mary Kuehl Director of Music Heidi K. Graf 2nd Grade Julie Chudada Kathy Oldenburg Director of Women’s Ministry Karen Lippert 1st Grade Kari Molnau School Admissions Counselor Tracey Markut Karen Depenbrok School Secretary/School Nurse Niki Cairns 5- Yr Old Kindergarten Denise Adler Part-Time Support Staff Paula Lamp 4-Yr Old Kindergarten Kris Bahr Assistant Business Manager Karen Nipko Cindy Stoltmann Kids Connection Co-Directors Sam Tietgen 3 Year Old Pre-school Vicki Beversdorf Kate Jendusa Amber Curtis Mary Graves Kim Cramer 2 year old Pre-school Dawn Weber Physical Education Terri Anderson Church Office Phone: 262-367-8400 Art Neva Conlon School Office Phone: 262-367-3664 Spanish Language Carol Garuz Daycare Phone: 262-367-2972 Band Erica Rosebrock Website: www.drlc.org Music Pam Truax Computer Manya Suchy