Announcements for Sunday, September 29, 2013St. Matthew’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Wauwatosa

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Welcome to _______ Church! May you be as blessed by your time here as we are by your presence.

Everyone is precious in the Lord’s sight. Thank you for blessing us with your presence. All are invited to a time of fellowship following the service.

“This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24, KJV). Welcome, in the name of the One who created this day for our enjoyment!

Our fellowship is enriched by your presence. Thanks to each of you for being with us today!

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have been coming here all your life, we hope your time of worship and fellowship is a blessing.

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We welcome each of you to worship. Everyone is precious in the Lord’s sight. Thank you for blessing us with your presence. May you be as blessed by your time here as we are by your presence. Introduction for the Day: The archangel Michael is pictured as a prince and a general of the heavenly

army, defeating the dragon [the ancient serpent, the devil, Satan]. It is important, though, to see in Revelation 12:11 that God’s victory ultimately comes by Jesus’ death and the testimony of his followers. The power of God’s truth gives us confidence in the face of evil on earth, even in the face of our own death.Communion: All baptized Christians who celebrate the real presence of Christ in the bread and wine are invited to the Lord’s Table at the 7:30 service. Gluten-free wafers are available if you ask your communion server. Those who desire juice instead of regular wine, please tell this to the communion assistant. Due to the weight of the communion trays, you may be asked to take your glass of wine from the tray as it is presented to you.Cross Lunch thanks: Thanks to everyone who donated food for this week’s Cross Lutheran Church lunch, as well as those who went along to serve at the meal. Over 230 people were served, and the salads, jellos and desserts were greatly enjoyed.Youth Drama Group Meets Today: If you’re interested in being part of St. Matthew’s Youth Drama Group, come to the youth room today at 12:15. We’ll have lunch, do some acting, and plan for skits in worship. The group is open to 6th – 12th graders who like to act. Questions? Talk to Gretchen.Did you know? We are offering printed directories for those who would like them. While our online directory is used frequently by our members, some members are not online, or may prefer a printed copy. These are available in the church office.

Today’s Assistants:Communion Preparers: 7:30, Janet Chandler, Suzanne Hansen.Communion Assistant: 7:30, Marge Crawford.Greeters: 7:30, Diann Lebow. 8:30, Dan Brovarney & Debra Endean, Jack Hastings. 11:00, Jean and Julia Tennessen, Christa Gensler.Lay Readers: 7:30, Diann Lebow. 8:30, Joy Buer. 11:00, Tracy Loechler.Bread Bakers: Adam & Heather Bastjan.Nursery Helpers: 8:30, Mary Borhart, Lauren Fassbender, Madeline Serafin. 9:45, Astrid & Mike Fossum. 11:00, Michael and Maddy Staff, Amy Stolarski. Acolytes: 8:30, Bridget & Elle Riegert. 11:00, Elizabeth Langenstroer, Madeline Langenstroer.Coffee Hosts: 8:00, Cheryl & John Serafin, Kim Procopis, one more needed. 9:30, James & Katie Karls.Ushers: 8:30, Dan Anderson, Ernst Bunde, John Cable, Brad Iding, David Mraz, John & Sandy Richter, Ken & Sue Voigt. 11:00, Tim Muehlfeld, Craig Johnson, Joseph & Judy Sayrs, Logan Schmidt, Alissa & Chris Schneider, Michael Thomae, Joseph Wehrley.Welcome Center Hosts: 8:30, Gregg & Mary Collins. 11:00, Needed.Welcome Assistant to the Pastors: 8:30, Harry & Sandy Profio. 11:00, Joyce Biehn.

Please note that this listing may not be accurate for any swaps or substitutions that were made on Wednesday of this week or later.

This Week:Monday: 6:30, Men’s Morning Bible Study 9:30, Just One More Meal Ministry11:00, Staff MeetingTuesday: 9:30, The EmBELLishments 6:00, Godsbells 6:00, Yoga Class 6:30, NAMI Support 7:00, Righteous Ringers 7:00, Celebrate Recovery 7:15, Lutheran A Cappella Choir Reh.Wednesday:10:00, Wednesday Bible Study11:15, Fallen Angels 5:30, Dinner Before Confirmation 6:00, New Generation Choir 7:00, 9th Grade Confirmation Class 7:00, 7th & 8th Grade Conf. Big Grp. 7:00, New Creation Choir 7:00, Men’s Bible StudyThursday: 9:30, A caBELLa Ringers 4:00, Praise Kids 6:15, Bells Angels Rehearsal 7:30, Senior Choir RehearsalFriday: 7:00, First Fridays Book DiscussionSaturday: 7:30, Men’s Breakfast, “Rise w/ the Guys”

Ministry Scheduler Pro Weekly TipSunday morning volunteers are now scheduled utilizing Ministry Scheduler Pro, (MSP), an on-line automatic scheduling program. If you have not logged on yet please check your e-mail or contact sueswing@sbcglobal.net to have the link sent to you. Everyone is doing a fantastic job with this new system and all of the questions have been excellent! We are learning together. Thanks for your patience.Tip for the Week: “Why am I not scheduled?” “Why am I scheduled so frequently?”Please update your preferences in the My Profile tab. There is a section for notes/comments where you can ask to be scheduled less often or more often and can specify the area of service as well. Remember MSP is sensitive to the entire volunteer group of 500 people! So, if it seems like you are not being scheduled for something it is possible that the schedule program is giving others an opportunity to serve. Please just send me an e-mail with your concern. I will always respond to e-mail and will make sure you are scheduled in a way that meets your needs.

Upcoming Dates and EventsAdult Learning:Weekly Adult Forum touches broad range of topics; See you there! Join us for adult education every Sunday morning from 9:45-10:45. Our adult learning time is a combination of Biblical education, social ministry and popular topics discussed from a faith perspective. Everyone is always welcome at any time.

September 29Children’s Organ Transplant AssociationJoin us to learn more about the importance of organ donation and how a organization called Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) works to ensure that children whose families cannot afford the costs of an organ transplant will not be left off the waiting list for organs. The issue is very important for Ruth and Steve Mielke of our congregation who have a 18 year nephew on the heart transplant list. Please come and learn more about COTA and the importance of organ donation (www.cota.org and www.unos.org). Facilitated by Steve and Ruth Mielke

October 6The Life of St. Francis of AssisiSt. Francis of Assisi, a 13th century monk and Christian mystic, is well known in the Catholic church as the patron saint of animals, but his ministry and devotion to Christ went far beyond this. He only lived to be 44 years old but his life is the subject of many books and several movies. What do we really know about this man who took the gospel literally, following all that Jesus said and did? Are his teachings relevant to us today? Led by Conor Williams

The Dust Is Settling - And now it’s dusty... The dust is beginning to settle around our construction projects. Join us Sunday, Oct 13, at 12:15 for a chili lunch and time for dusting. Dusting materials will be supplied.

Share the fruits of your labor - Sometimes too many zucchini, sometimes too many tomatoes. Next Sunday, October 6, we invite all of our gardeners to share from the blessings of their gardens. Members are invited to bring what they can and take what they would like. Any extra produce will be donated to the Meal Outreach Ministry.

October 13 and October 20: Membership Drive for Friends of Luther Manor raises funds for the Luther Manor community: Friends of Luther Manor (formerly the Luther Manor Auxiliary) runs an annual membership drive to provide funds for extra items for residents. We ask people to join the Friends of Luther Manor for this coming year. The cost is only $5.00. We hope we can count on your support of this longstanding partnership with one of the nation’s premiere older adult communities. Your donation will help the work of Luther Manor in providing programs and services for the residents there. Membership does not mean you need to be an active member in the Friends group. Your donation is used to purchase extras for the common areas at Luther Manor. Thanks to Bill Schier and Mary Ann Abrahamson of our congregation who serve as the Friends of Luther Manor congregational liaisons for St. Matthew’s.

Thank you Sunday School parents! You did a great job of parking your cars and coming in to get your kids from Sunday School at pick up time last Sunday! Please continue to follow the ÒK eep it Moving - Keep it SafeÓ procedure. Here it is again: To ensure the safety of our children and to promote safe access to worship we are asking parents who are picking up children from Sunday School to “Keep it Moving...Keep it Safe!” This is similar to what many schools do. Here’s how it works:

• Please try to park your vehicle in a parking spot and enter the building to wait for your child to be released from Sunday School.

• If your child has not been released yet, please continue to drive forward, circle left onto Milwaukee Avenue and re-enter the parking lot.

• A Welcome volunteer will be directing cars to “Keep Moving” if the child is not available for pick up.

• If you want a better chance of securing a parking spot when picking up your kids from Sunday School try arriving at 10:50. Many spots open up around this time.

Sunday School Offering Supports the Work of the churchEnvelopes Available at Welcome Center or from Your Child’s Teacher Do you need offering envelopes for your Sunday School-aged child? Three-year-olds received new boxes in Sunday School last week. New students as well as returning students who have run out of last year’s envelopes can get a box of envelopes from their Sunday School teacher or from the Welcome center in the Commons. We encourage you to help your child remember to bring a regular offering to Sunday School. Offerings collected provide for the whole ministry of St. Matthew’s, from maintaining our building to supporting our partners in Tanzania, El Salvador, and the central city of Milwaukee. Often we hear that children are the future of the church. But the truth is that children are the church – just as all of us are. And all of us are called to support the church – the body of Christ – through prayer, service, learning, connecting, and giving. Bringing an offering is one way to help children understand that they are part of that body, and they are never too young to build it up!

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“Rise With the Guys” Men’s Breakfast October 5, 7:30 – 9 a.m.Pastor Gary Erickson, Lincoln historian, returns to speak on the topic of the Gettysburg 150th Anniversary. All men are invited for a morning of great food, great fellowship and a great message! The full breakfast is an awesome way to begin your day. Friends are welcome. Sign up on the sign-up panel in today’s bulletin, or call or email the church office to sign up.

Fall Men’s Bible StudyFive Wednesday Nights: Oct. 2 –30, 7:00 – 8:15 p.m.“In the Dust of the Rabbi: Becoming a Disciple”Join us for a look at what it really meant to be a practicing disciple through a DVD series by Ray Vander Laan. The video presentations were filmed on location in Israel and Turkey, and provide historical insight into life as a disciple. Our bible study and discussion will focus on how we can better follow Jesus and be a modern disciple in our daily lives. “Follow a Rabbi, drink in his words, and be covered in the dust of his feet” (ancient Jewish proverb)Sign up through the sign up panel in today’s bulletin, at the display table in the Commons or call the church office, 414-774-0441. Contact Brian Due at 378-7274 or duedrops@sbcglobal.net with any questions.

Upcoming Dates and EventsFall Women’s Bible StudyMonday Nights - Starting October 14th - 6:30 - 8:00 Unglued: Making Wise Choices in the Midst of Raw EmotionsIn this six-session, video-based study, we will explore how to process our emotions and resolve conflicts in ways that lead to a much more peaceful life. Filmed in Florence, Italy, and filled with personal examples and biblical teaching by Lysa Terkeurst; New York Times best-selling author and national speaker who helps everyday women live an adventure of faith!Contact sueswing@sbcglobal.net with any questions.

The First Fridays Book Group will have their first book discussion of the fall on Friday, October 4 at 7 p.m. in the Upper Room. Pick up the complete list at the Welcome Center. Friday’s book, and the November book are listed here.Oct. 4 Doc: A Novel by Mary Doria Russell (432 pages)Nov. 1 Gone Girl: A Novel by Gillian Flynn (432 pages) You don’t need to read each book in order to come to the discussion; pick and choose the ones you like. The list is also on our website - www.stmattslutheran.org - go to “Connect & Grow” then “Adult Classes and Bible Studies”

Deborah Circle will be meeting on Tuesday, October 8 at 12:30 p.m. in the Upper Room.

For those with interest in an Adult Mission Trip to help our Oklahoma neighbors In Luke’s gospel a lawyer asks Jesus, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus responds by telling the story of the Good Samaritan, a story that calls us to move beyond our comfort zone to reach out and help others. We have that opportunity in Moore, Oklahoma where on May 20, a level 5 tornado touched down killing 23 people, injuring about 400, and destroying over 1,100 homes. Based on a mission trip currently being run by St. Luke’s in Waukesha, plans are taking shape for St. Matthew’s to do a similar trip some time this spring. There will be a meeting on September 24 to share information on a St. Matthew’s trip.

“Dinner Is Served” also known as “WOW” resumes for the fall semester. Dinner is available from 5:30-6:15 for $5 in the Youth Room. Drop in to eat, do homework, talk to your friends and unwind before Confirmation (7:00) and Choir (6:00). The October dates are the 2, 9 and 16. All of the dates are on the church calendar. Questions? See Gretchen.

Making Your Voice HeardWhat if people in power could hear your voice?ELCA advocacy ministry speaks for biblical values: peacemaking, hospitality to strangers, care for creation, and concern for people living in poverty and struggling with hunger and disease. Lutherans believe advocacy is a public witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ where the Church speaks with and on behalf of others in need. ELCA advocacy works for change in public policy based on the experience of Lutheran ministries, programs, and projects around the world and in communities across the United States. Be a part of the ELCA advocacy effort by signing up for the e-Advocacy network. (http://www.elca.org/Our-Faith-In-Action/Justice/Advocacy or Google ELCA E Advocacy) The advocacy office takes position consistent with ELCA social policy language, and with reference to this church’s membership in ecumenical and international bodies.Check the Social Ministry Table in the Commons for more information.

Confirmation Information for 7th-8th-9th graders:

Confirmation class with Pr. Chris contines each Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 p.m. The schedule is as follows: Oct. 2 Big Group (Of Tents & Kings) Oct. 9 Big Group (Psalm & Wisdom) Oct. 16 Big Group (Prophets) Oct. 23 Servant Night Food Collection Oct. 30 No Class (School Break)

Confirmation class for 9th gradersNinth grade Confirmation class meets on Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:15 ending on November 6th. In nine short sessions we will explore, through various activities and discussions, what it means to live out your faith. Remaining class dates this fall are as follows:October 2, 9, 16, 23 - No Class on Oct. 30November 6 - Rehearsal for Confirmation ServiceSunday November 10 - Confirmation Service, 1:30 p.m.-------------------------------------------------------------

Habitat for Humanity Work Days: Habitat for Humanity is holding two work days for priming and painting on October 19 and 26 at a home on 34th Street in Milwaukee. It is from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day. 8-10 people are needed for prepping and priming on Oct. 19 and 8-10 people are needed for painting on October 26.If you are interested in working on one or both of these days, contact Jerry Wirtz at jwirtz@wi.rr.com.

City Tins Are Back!Orders Taken from September 30th – October 11th - Starting on September 30th, youth participating in the summer mission trip or the January El Salvador trip will be selling City Tins to help cover the cost of the trips. City Tins are small tins filled with 20 coaster gift cards, each worth $10 off at locally-owned restaurants. The cost of the tin is $25, for a value of $200. It makes a perfect birthday or Christmas gift! Tins can be ordered at the display in the Commons on October 7th or from mission trip youth.

Fall Yard Clean-Up at church will be held on Saturday, October 26th at 9:00 p.m. If you are interested in helping with this, contact Bob Zwaska at zwaska@wi.rr.com or call the church office 414-774-0441.

Has your 1st - 5th grader come to KFC/DOC? It’s a blast!Kids for Christ and Disciples of Christ Children’s Ministries Groups meet monthly. Our children’s ministries KFC (Kids for Christ - grades 1-3) and DOC (Disciples of Christ - grades 4-5) come together for fun, fellowship, devotion and food. Friends can also come along. Led by Donna Gardner Manke. The meeting dates and times are:Kids for Christ (grades 1-3) Sunday, October 6, 12:15-2:00 Sunday, November 3, 12:15-2:00 Friday, December 6th, 6 - 8 p.m.Disciples of Christ (grades 4-5) Sunday, October 13, 12:15-2:00 Sunday November 17, 12:15-2:00 p.m. Friday, December 6, 6-8 p.m.

Your Help is Needed to Ship Food to El Salvador! Can You Help Us Raise $20,000? The Salvadoran Lutheran Church needs your help in the fight against hunger. Each year, the church depends on food shipments sent by St. Matthew’s to meet emergency food needs of struggling families and senior citizens. The shipments, which contain packets of nutritionally fortified rice, cost approximately $10,000 to ship (for over $50,000 worth of food). We hope to ship two containers of food in the next 6 months, with the next shipment occurring later this fall. If you can help us reach our goal of $20,000, please make a check to St. Matthew’s, and designate it for “El Salvador Food Shipment.”

Yoga Classes each Tuesday at 6 p.m. Kelly Kirtley is continuing St. Matthew’s Yoga classes on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Beginners are welcome. The free classes are held on the third floor of the Education wing at St. Matthew’s.

October is COOKIE MONTH: Home-baked Cookies Neededfor Luther Manor residents We hope you will bake cookies dur-ing October to give to the residents of Luther Manor, who have a coffee and cookie time each morning. Cookies will be collected in the church kitchen (lower level) to be delivered to Luther Manor. Mark your packages with the type, quantity of cookies, and date. No nuts, please. Thank you!

Cross Lutheran Church Tutoring Needed - An Opportunity for You?If you enjoy helping a kid to “learn the basics” there may be an opportunity for you. Our partner church Cross Lutheran, in collaboration with Fox Point Lutheran, is expanding this fall in their second full year of a youth tutoring program. If St. Matthew’s can create a pool of volunteers, we could help Cross expand their program into the 4th to 6th grade years. The program runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. including a shared meal we would collaborate on bringing to the tutored kids. As part of a team your skills and availability could be shared to fill the needs of the program. Could tutor one night a week or both. Learning materials and guidance are included. They would like to begin the program expansion later this fall. We look forward to hearing from you. Please find out more by contacting: Dave Weinberg-Kinsey (414-202-9525) or Pr Margaret.

The Caregiver Support Group will meet on the following Mondays in the Upper Room at 1PM: October 14 & 28 November 11 & 25 December 9 & 23For further information you may contact group facilitator Sharon Thiel at sthiel5@

A note about your valuable items: A reminder to our members and guests that each week as you come to church, any valuable items should be kept with you and not left in coat pockets or in an unlocked space.

Ongoing Collection for Guest House: We have updated the list of ongoing needs for the Guest House. Please consider picking up one or two of these items when you’re shopping and drop them off in the box outside the church office. Thanks for your support of this important ministry.

Spray deodorant ShampooBody Wash Foot PowderCologne or aftershaveLaundry Bags Men’s watchesMen’s wallets

These bulletin announcements can be seen beginning each Friday on our website: www.stmattslutheran.org. If you wish to be added to the Friday bulletin email list, please sign up on the bottom of the Events Sign-Up panel in today’s bulletin (or contact Sonja Mohr at sonjamohr@me.com) and you will begin receiving the announcements as well as other notices on Fridays.

SAINTS to ÒJ ump StartÓ their season of gatherings at the Harley Davidson Museum. With all the publicity surrounding the 110th anniversary celebration you may be wondering about the mystique of the company. The museum has arranged a guided tour for us. The guides are knowledgeable and engaging. Headsets will be provided to amplify their presentation so no matter the size of our group we will be able to hear.The guided tour is approximately 45 minutes. Lunch will be at the Motor Restaurant adjacent to the museum. There will be a choice of three entrées (non alcoholic beverage included). When you sign up at the SAINTS information area you will be able to select your preference. Wheelchairs, power chairs and mobility scooters are welcome. Complimentary wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first serve basis. Benches are provided throughout the museum for resting along the way.

Date: Tuesday, October 22Time: We will leave the church

parking lot at 9:30 for our 10:00 AM tour

Cost: For tour and lunch: $30.00 per person. All are welcome. Please sign up at the Library Commons information area.

For questions or concerns contact Jane Sandstrom @ Farmorjane@aol.com or 262-790-1652.Come join us! Vroom! Vroom!

2013 Special Funds ReportResults as of 9/22/2013 are

Balance in Bldg. Improvement Fund to date $297,792Hunger baskets, year-to-date, for Hunger $7,2982013 Benevolence through August 31 $236,000

including Kingdom Account Distributions

Yes! Coffee and Chocolate Sales are on the 2nd & 4th Sundays. See the display in the Commons and try some!

Chocolate for Sale!LWR Fair Trade Chocolate available at St. Matthew’s: “Divine Chocolate” - Chocolate made with Fair Trade certified Cocoa beans grown by a farmer owned cooperative in Ghana, is available for purchase the 2nd & 4th Sundays of each month at the Mt. Meru Coffee/LWR Chocolate Project table, in “milk chocolate” or “dark chocolate” flavors. Not only do these farmers receive Fair Trade premiums for their cocoa beans, they are part-owners of the Divine Chocolate brand processing company. Bars come in two sizes. This opportunity is brought to us by Rosie Haas, our LWR Divine Chocolate ambassador.

Buy Mt. Meru Coffee each 2nd & 4th Sunday of the monthMt. Meru Coffee Project continues to pour Justice. Thank you for your active support in this outreach ministry. Not a coffee drinker? Buy some for a gift for someone who loves coffee! It’s a good quality product. For more information about the Mt. Meru Coffee Project, visit the coffee sales table on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month or contact Bruce Johnson at 414-366-5053.“Justice Never Tasted So Good.”

The St. Matthew’s Meal Outreach Ministry

Serenity Inn: Volunteers prepare and serve 6-8 residents the second Sunday of each month. Volunteers carpool meeting at church at 5:15 returning at 7:15. If you are available and would like to participate on October 13, please contact coordinator Christopher Bartelt at <Barteltcm@gmail.com>. Thank you to all who participate in this special ministry.

Cross Lutheran Lunch Program We serve 300-400 people on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at Cross Lutheran Church, 1821 N. 16th Street. We carpool from St. Matthew’s at 10:45 a.m. and serve from 11:30-1:00. Next Meal: Wednesday, October 23, 2013. Pick up a card in worship on the Sunday prior to the meal to donate food.

Just One More: Volunteers assemble packaged meals to be picked up by area churches and programs on Monday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Call Larry Jurss at 414-257-3595. Many volunteers are needed each Monday; you don’t need to come every week in order to participate.

Guest House: We need 4 or 5 volunteers on the second Sunday of each month to prepare and serve a nutritious and delicious meal for 100 men at the Guest House, a homeless shelter. We meet at the church at 5:00 pm to carpool and finish by 7:00 pm. Sign up at the church, or contact Carl Johnson (johnsoncr@cdmsmith.com), or 414-771-1023. Seeking volunteers to serve on October 13 and November 10.

Repairers of the Breach:We supply 100 bag lunches for the homeless twice a month. We pack the lunches at church on the 2nd and 4th Sunday mornings at 9:45 a.m. Volunteers are needed to provide beverages, fruit, chips and sweets and/or pack the lunches. Contact Tom Geib (414-321-3391).

Needed: Substitute Sunday School Teachers - Could you fill in in a Sunday School classroom on an infrequent basis?Substitute teachers are needed at all levels this year. It would be especially helpful to have a list of parents in each classroom who would be willing to sub in that class. All materials are provided, so there is no need to prepare a lesson. There will be a brief meeting on Sunday, September 29 at 9:45 a.m. in the Choir Room. If you would like more information, please contact Emily Wanezek or Gretchen Haugse.

Considering membership at St. Matt’s?New Member Classes Start in October If you have had an opportunity to worship with us and would like to learn more about St. Matthew’s please consider attending our membership classes in October and November. Classes will be held on Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45. Dates of classes are October 13, 20, 27, November 3. New Members will be received on November 10th at the 8:30 service. Childcare is available in the Nursery on all class dates. Class topics are:

Fellowship at St. Matthew’s Spiritual Gifts and Serving

What Does it Mean to be Lutheran? Who We Are at St. Matthew’s

If you have any questions, please contact sueswing@sbcglobal.net, the pastors or the church office. A mailing will be sent to those known to be interested in joining St. Matthew’s.

A note about your valuable items: A reminder to our members and guests that each week as you come to church, any valuable items should be kept with you and not left in coat pockets or in an unlocked space.

Middle School youth invited to Corn MazeOctober 13, 12:15 – 3:00What could be more fun on a brisk autumn day than to get lost in a corn maze – and hopefully find your way out of it? All middle school youth and friends are invited to take that challenge on Sunday, October 13 as we head to Basse’s Corn Maze. (This year’s maze design is Scooby Doo! Where Are You?) We’ll meet in the youth room for lunch and leave from there for the corn maze. Cost is $10 for lunch and corn maze (plus spending money for snacks at the market). Several parents will be needed to drive/chaperone. If you can help, please talk to Gretchen Haugse.

Reformation Store Needs Your Help at the storeThe store is in great need of people to sort and stock. They welcome volunteers on Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon or Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. All ages are welcome. If you have a few hours to spare, please call Diane Roznowski, Store Volunteer Director at 414/807-7451 to say “Yes! I’ll be a part of this wonderful ministry!” for a morning or afternoon.

15th Annual Milwaukee Empty Bowls Fundraiser, Sunday, October 6: Milwaukee Empty Bowls is having a fundraiser. Select from over 2,000 original handcrafted bowls, sample delicious soups and breads from dozens of local restaurants and listen to live music. Proceeds benefit food pantries and meal programs in the Milwaukee area. The event will be held at the Kern Center on the Milwaukee School of Engineering campus, 1245 N. Broadway, Milwaukee from Noon - 4 p.m. First come, first serve; no admission tickets. Donations are $20 minimum per bowl, $10 for kids’ bowls. This year the organization will also be collecting non-perishable food donations for Hunger Task Force at the event. Bowls purchased at the event are taken home as a reminder that there is always someone in our community with an empty bowl. Further details can be found on their website at www.milwaukeeemptybowls.org/events/annual fundraiser.

Healing Service: Each month you are welcome to attend a healing prayer service. Come to one of the healing stations, describe the prayer concern, and members of the healing prayer team will gather around you and offer a healing prayer. The prayer can be for someone else or yourself. Upcoming dates are:

Sun., Oct. 20 during the 11:00 serviceSun. Nov. 17 after the 11:00 service

Simply Giving: St. Matthew’s Stewardship Committee partners with Thrivent Financial for electronic transfer of contributions from parishioners’ checking or savings accounts directly to St. Matthew’s bank account. For more information or to request enrollment documents, contact Holly in the church office, 414-774-0441 or holly@stmattslutheran.org.

Monthly craft workshops planned -We welcome all to come: The Sustainable Crafters will be meeting on the third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bring your lunch. We’ll be creating items to sell at a Christmas sale. Next session: October 16, 2013.

Additional Crafting Opportunity: You are invited join a few Sustainable Crafters on October 2nd and 9th to work specifically on the Norwegian Home Trolls donated by Dee Gjenvick. We will work together following Pr. Margaret’s Wednesday morning Bible Study. Bring lunch. Stay as long as you can – and have fun making these delightful creatures (sample in Upper Commons). Work for all crafting abilities – from stuffing to hand-sewing: we’d love to have you join us!

Nearby Home for Sale: Brick two story Tudor with 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, natural fireplace and many updates. Located on a picturesque tree-lined street just blocks from Tosa Village, Tosa East High School and St. Matthew’s church. Call 414-453-6731.

These bulletin announcements can be seen beginning each Friday on our website: www.stmattslutheran.org. If you wish to be added to the Friday bulletin email list, please sign up on the bottom of the Events Sign-Up panel in today’s bulletin (or contact Sonja Mohr at sonjamohr@me.com) and you will begin receiving the announcements as well as other notices on Fridays.

A Listing of October Events at St. Matthew’s

October becomes a busy part of the fall season, so we will list a few of the opportunities we don’t want you to miss! Weekly events such as Sunday and choir rehearsals are not included in this listing. See all the announcements in the packet of bulletin announcements available from an usher.

Today! Adult Forum: Children’s Organ Transplants 9:45 -Upper Rm. Substitute Teacher Brief Orientation - 9:45 a.m. - Choir Rm

Youth Drama Group meeting - 12:15, Youth Room

Wednesday, Oct. 2 Men’s Fall Bible Study begins - 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. Sustainability Crafters - extra session - 11 a.m.

Friday, October 4 First Fridays Book Group - 7 p.m.

Saturday, October 5 “Rise With the Guys” Men’s Breakfast - 7:30 a.m.

Sunday, October 6 Adult Forum on The Life of St. Francis of Assisi - 9:45 a.m. Sharing Garden Bounty - all morning City Tins sale from Youth - Commons Kids for Christ (gr. 1-3) Gathering - 12:15 p.m.

Wednesday Oct. 9 Sustainability Crafters - extra session - 11 a.m.

Sunday, October 13 New Member Classes begin - 9:45 a.m. Lunch and Dusting Gathering - 12:15 Luther Manor Auxiliary Membership Drive - much of morning Disciples of Christ (gr. 4-5) - 12:15 p.m. Middle School Corn Maze - 12:15 p.m. Serenity Inn and Guest House serving

Monday, October 14 Women’s Fall Bible Study begins - 6:30-8:00

Wednesday Oct. 16 Sustainability Crafters - 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, October 19 Habitat for Humanity Work Day

Sunday, October 20 Healing Service during 11 a.m. worship service

Tuesday, October 22 SAINTS Outing to Harley Davidson Museum

Saturday, October 26 Fall Yard Clean-Up - 9 a.m. Quilt Ministry Blitz - 9 a.m. Habitat for Humanity Work Day

Altar Flower Donation Opportunities

Each week there is the opportunity to purchase altar flowers in honor of a special occasion, or simply to the glory of God. This occasion or dedication for the flowers is listed in the Bulletin Announcements. The cost of flowers is $30, and they are ordered by the office staff from “A New Leaf” in Brookfield.

Here are some dates that are still open for you to designate flowers. If you would like to purchase flowers for one of those dates, please circle the date and write your occasion on the lines below.

Sept. 29 Nov. 3 Dec. 1 Oct. 6 Nov. 10 Dec. 8 Oct. 13 Nov. 17 Dec. 15 Oct. 20 Nov. 24 Dec. 22

Who are the flowers from? _______________________________________

What is the occasion or dedication for the flowers?______________________________________________________________

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You could also donate a book to the Library for $15.00. A bookplate will be placed in your donated book with your name and occasion. The donation will be listed in the Sunday bulletin announcements.

Who is the book from? ___________________________________________

What is the occasion or dedication for the book?______________________________________________________________

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This form can be placed in the offering plate with your payment, or dropped off in the church office. Checks are made out to St. Matthew’s. Thank you for beautifying our worship space through your donation of flowers.

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St. Matthew’s Weekly Sign-Up PanelSeptember 29, 2013

If you are interested in any of the following activities/events, please check the appropriate box and place this sheet in the offering plate, or turn it in to the church office. This is your opportunity to be involved in some of St. Matthew’s ministries.

I am interested in joining St. Matthew’s and attending the next set of classes. Please send me information on this. (Provide address below)

I would like to participate in the Men’s Bible Study on the evenings of Oct. 2 - 30 on “Becoming a Disciple.”

I’d like to attend the Women’s Bible Study which begins October 13, 6:30-8:00 p.m. My child would like to attend KFC (grades 1-3) on Sunday, Oct. 6 from 12:15-2:00 p.m. Number attending _____

My child would like to attend DOC (grades 4-5) on Sunday, Oct. 13 from 12:15-2:00 p.m. Number Attending _____

I could serve as a Sunday Morning Nursery Volunteer from 9:45-10:45 a.m., scheduled on a rotating basis.

I can help with the parking lot as a “Parking Lot Welcome Volunteer” on one Sunday this year. (See announcement in bulletin for details)

I would like to attend the Men’s Breakfast “Rise With the Guys” on Saturday, October 5. Number attending _____

I am interested in helping with tutoring at Cross Lutheran Church on Tuesday and/or Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Please contact me with details.

Name_______________________________ Phone Number_________________

Email Address _________________________________________________________

For more information on any of these opportunities,please call or email the church office, 414-774-0441 or office@stmattslutheran.org

Ministers ThePeopleofSt.Matthew’sEv.LutheranChurchLeadPastor TheRev.ChristopherJ.P.MankePastor TheRev.MargaretSchoeweMusicMinister/Organist/NewGeneration&AdultHandbellChoirs JohnR.ParadowskiDirectorofOlderAdultMinistries JaneSandstromDirectorofYouthMinistries&Children’sEducationCoordinator GretchenHaugseVolunteerMinistries/SmallGroups/AdultEducation SueSwingChildren’sMinistryCoordinator DonnaGardnerMankePastors’Assistant/SundaySchoolSupport EmilyWanezekChurchLibrarian(volunteer) BevEtzelmuellerTechnologyCoordinator BrianSmithSeniorChoirDirector DavidMohrYouthHandbellChoirs JeffreyReevesNewCreationChoir JeffreyReevesandJohnParadowski;HeideHughes,accompanistPraiseKids!Directors(Jr.K-2grades) JeffReevesandAmyDankwardtFinanceSecretary HollyJurssOfficeAssistant JillDueCommunicationsSecretary SonjaMohrJanitor JohnSwensonPastorEmeritus TheRev.GaryErickson

Vision Statement: Guided byGod’s Spirit andGrace, we are a community ofdisciplesgrowinginfaith,hopeandloveinourLordandSaviorJesusChrist.(What we want to become)

Mission Statement: Called to fulfill the Great Commission, St. Matthew’swelcomesalltofaithinJesusChrist,nurturesourfaithjourney,equipsustoserveothers,andsendsusintotheworldtomakeadifferenceinJesus’name.(What we are going to do)

Values: Wewant to be people who grow in our Spiritual fruitfulness, which isshown through the Fruit of the Spirit: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness,Goodness,Faithfulness,Gentleness,Self-control.(Who we want to be)