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July/August 2017 The Messenger Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Our Mission We gather together to explore and celebrate the wonder of Christ, equipping all to live a God centered life. A Message From The Pastor Dear Friends, We started out the New Year with new Vision & Mission Statements for Our Savor’s Lutheran Church. I was excited about the development process and was even more pleased with the outcome. Please consider them again: VISION Turning lives right side up with Christ, one person, one family, one community at a time. MISSION We gather together to explore and celebrate the wonder of Christ, equipping all to live a God centered life. You have (and will continue to) see and hear more and more about our Vision & Mission in weeks and months to come, as we point out the many ways we already fulfill them as well as dreaming of new ways to build off of them. The First Commandment that God gave to the Hebrews isn’t a commandment at all; it’s not a pointing finger shaking in your face saying, “You’d better do this, or else!” Instead, it is a promise. “I am the Lord your God; you shall have no other gods before me.” It is a promise, a commitment that God is making to us. “I AM, and I will always be your God.” The same is true of our Vision & Mission Statements: They are a promise that God has given us a vision and a mission, and that God will be with us as we seek to live them out. These are not only visions and missions for our congregation; they are also for you, your family, and all of us as we go about our daily lives. I’d like you to consider two things. First, what are ways in which you see your congregation is already living out these statements? Likewise, what are ways you can see yourself already living them out? I assure you, you are living them out one way or another. Most people have a difficult time seeing themselves as ministers in this way. However, it is a strong part of our Lutheran theology and practice that all Christians are ministers. Go through things you have done in the last weeks, the encounters you’ve had with others, with these statements in mind. Second, what are new ways that you could dream of Our Savior’s living these statements out? Likewise, what are new ways that you could dream of yourself living these statements out? One more favor, would you please contact me and let me know what answers and ideas you and the Holy Spirit have come up with. You can text me at 920.740.9907, or email me at [email protected] . I’m pleased to be your pastor,
Transcript of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church The...
July/August 2017
The Messenger
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Our Mission
We gather together to
explore and celebrate
the wonder of Christ,
equipping all to live a God
centered life.
A Message From The Pastor
Dear Friends,
We started out the New Year with new Vision & Mission Statements for Our Savor’s Lutheran Church. I was excited about the development process and was even more pleased with the outcome. Please consider them again:
VISION
Turning lives right side up with Christ, one person, one family, one community at a time.
MISSION
We gather together to explore and celebrate the wonder of Christ, equipping all to live a God centered life.
You have (and will continue to) see and hear more and more about our Vision & Mission in weeks and months to come, as we point out the many ways we already fulfill them as well as dreaming of new ways to build off of them.
The First Commandment that God gave to the Hebrews isn’t a commandment at all; it’s not a pointing finger shaking in your face saying, “You’d better do this, or else!” Instead, it is a promise. “I am the Lord your God; you shall have no other gods before me.” It is a promise, a commitment that God is making to us. “I AM, and I will always be your God.”
The same is true of our Vision & Mission Statements: They are a promise that God has given us a vision and a mission, and that God will be with us as we seek to live them out.
These are not only visions and missions for our congregation; they are also for you, your family, and all of us as we go about our daily lives. I’d like you to consider two things.
First, what are ways in which you see your congregation is already living out these statements? Likewise, what are ways you can see yourself already living them out? I assure you, you are living them out one way or another. Most people have a difficult time seeing themselves as ministers in this way. However, it is a strong part of our Lutheran theology and practice that all Christians are ministers. Go through things you have done in the last weeks, the encounters you’ve had with others, with these statements in mind.
Second, what are new ways that you could dream of Our Savior’s living these statements out? Likewise, what are new ways that you could dream of yourself living these statements out?
One more favor, would you please contact me and let me know what answers and ideas you and the Holy Spirit have come up with. You can text me at 920.740.9907, or email me at [email protected] .
I’m pleased to be your pastor,
Senior Pastor Darin Wiebe Cell: 920-740-9907
E-mail [email protected]
Education Ministry Assistant Sherie Kruse, AIM H: 262-334-0461
E-mail [email protected]
Office Administrator Kelly Strosin 262-334-9551
E-mail [email protected]
CSS Music Coordinator Tom Gigante 262-675-2199
Custodian Chuck Pamperin 262-338-1223
YMCA/OSLC Childcare
262-334-5982
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Ministry Team
2017 Church Council
Rally Day ~ Sunday, September 10
1st Day of Sunday School
At 10:15 am worship
Sunday School Disciples & Journey Mentors recognized.
3rd Graders will receive a Bible
3 year olds welcomed into Sunday School
“God’s Work. Our Hands.” An all-congregation service event following worship.
Watch for details!
President
John Engstrom 623-0446
Personnel
Debbie Butschlick 334-0466
Technology
John Petras 338-0363
Property
Pete Schroeder 689-5756
Worship & Music
Peggy Schmidt 334-9045
Treasurer
Dwayne Schied 306-6840
Christian Education
Arline Rasmussen 414-690-6808
Secretary
Audra Arndt
Evangelism
Amy Berken 335-1669
Youth
Kristi Schmidt 262-224-0783
500 Years of Reformation
Sola Scriptura – Scripture Alone
Sola Gratia – Grace Alone
Sola Fide – Faith Alone
Watch for opportunities this fall to celebrate coming to you this fall.
“God doesn’t love us because of our worth, We are of worth because God loves us.”
~Martin Luther
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Back Pack Blessing
When the month of August arrives it means that school is just around the corner! Shopping for school supplies, books, and fall clothes becomes a part of everyone's schedule..
Here at Our Savior’s, Sunday, August 27, we want to celebrate and bless the beginning of another school year. Students, (preschool through adult,) teachers, aides, principals, administrators, secretaries, cooks, librarians, janitors, and bus drivers…come to church to be blessed, affirmed in your vocation, and encouraged as you serve children and families in your daily work!
Bring your backpacks or book bag to worship at 8:15 am or 10:15 am. The services will lift up children and students of all ages, dedicating them to God's glory as we begin a new school year.
Come and join us for this Celebration Sunday! Invite your colleagues and friends too!
August at : 5 am & : 5 am
If you’re interested in helping in our various education ministries this year the kids could use you on their team. Contact Sherie Kruse by e-mail [email protected]. or text her at 262- 689-7307.
Sunday School Co-Teachers and Journey Mentors
are needed for the 2017-18 education year
Sunday School Teachers and Co-Teachers
3 yr. olds & 4 yr. olds - Covered
Kindergarten – 1 co-teacher needed
1st & 2nd Grade – 1 co-teacher needed
3rd & 4th Grade – Covered
5th Grade – 2 co-teachers needed
Journey Mentors – 3 Mentors Needed
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OSLC on Facebook
Stay connected with upcoming events, church youth trips through Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, West Bend Facebook Page. “Like” the page to receive updates and photos.
Spread a Little Joy August 5th
Harvest House Fruit Spread Collection
The local grocery stores donate leftover bread to Harvest House for the guests to take home with them each week. Many guests take a large quantity indicating it may be a main staple for them during the week. We would like to be able to place a jar of jam or jelly at each place setting on August 5th when we serve again for them to take home and enjoy on their bread during the week. We would like to collect 72 jars to set on the tables. If you would be interested in helping us reach this goal, please drop the fruit spread off in the labeled container in the Narthex.
Day Camp
Thank you to the families whose children participated in Day Camp. We had so much fun the kids were sad to see it end.
Thank you to the 16 middle and high schoolers who stepped up to be Jr. Counselors. They were awesome in helping the kids in their small group have a super time.
Thank you to parents and grandparents who drove us back and forth to the YMCA.
And a huge THANK YOU goes out to our Crossway Camp Counselors, Briley, Erin and “G” for making Day Camp a great experience for the kids. God is good all the time! All the time God is good! If you're on Facebook go to Our Savior's page and check out a week’s worth of photos.
~Sherie
“You are not only responsible for what you say, But also for what you do not say”
~Martin Luther
Habitat for Humanity
July 22nd, 2017
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OSLC’s annual picnic with our brothers and sisters from Hephatha Lutheran Church is on Wednesday August 9 at Blue Lotus Retreat Center in Newburg, from 10:00 till 3:00.
The picnic is a day to celebrate the completion of the Hephatha Church Instruments of Peace neighborhood ministry and to provide a safe fun day for the families to enjoy.
OSLC volunteers make the day more enjoyable for our guests. Activities include swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, biking, and of course, eating a great lunch. It’s a good day to relax and enjoy being outside.
Volunteers can stay the whole day or just part as your schedule allows. Volunteers can be men, women, younger, older or in-between. OSLC families are welcome to help and to enjoy this time together.
To learn more, talk with David or Nancy Slinde in person, by phone (339-2570) or by email ([email protected]).
August 9 Picnic
Volunteers Needed
Oneyda Fuentes of Fe y Esperanza
Oneyda Fuentes, a young woman of Fe y Esperanza, was selected for a special opportunity within the ELCA in New Jersey from May through August. In this ELCA program, Lutheran youth from around the world are invited to come to the United States to help as counselors at a summer camp. This provides for cultural exchange, increased learning about the Lutheran faith, an opportunity to practice and strengthen English skills and to grow in ministry development,
Oneyda is a strong leader directing the Sunday School program at our sister church Fe y Esperanza and she also serves at a Salvadoran Synod level in youth programs. She is artistic - the painting she gave to Pastor Darin in 2013 for OSLC is mounted in the narthex. She is studying English at the University and often helps delegations as a translator.
As Fe y Esperanza's sister church, Our Savior’s was able to help Oneyda with this new experience by providing the funding for her visa. Oneyda sent of personal note of appreciation:
“Dear brothers and sisters of Our Saviors,
I have been selected to represent my church (Fe y Esperanza) at a camp in New Jersey, United States. I am very excited to have this opportunity to share with Lutherans from other countries and to learn new ideas about the work of the Church. I am very active in my church and very proud that they trust me and have chosen me to participate in this summer church camp. Oneyda”
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Fe y Esperanza Education Program Middle School
Breakfast Conversations
9:15 - 10 a.m.
6th, 7th & 8th Graders will engage in faith conversations together with
yummy breakfast snacks in the new middle school room downstairs in the
old library.
Heading off to College or Tech School locally, close by or across the country your faith family would love to have your address.
We want to feed your mailbox with cards and care packages. Fill out the information below and return the card to the church office. Please print
Name_________________________________________________________
Address_______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
We Need Addresses
Thank you for the student support donations received in June for specific students and to fund the sister parish education program. Please consider making a donation now to continue to provide for this important ministry for the children and youth of Fe y Esperanza. The next transfer of funds will be made in August so your contribution is urgent. Clearly mark your envelope to the attention of Kelly in the office and put Student Support on the check memo line. Any questions can be addressed to Kelly. With appreciation,
Pastor Darin
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Did you forget something at church or are you just not sure where you left something??? Check the Lost and Found box in the church narthex, just across from the elevator. If it stays in the box for more then 3 months, it will be taken to Goodwill. Stop in or call the office at 334-9551.
Help us Care For You
If you or a family member are hospitalized and would like a pastoral care visit, please have a family member call the church office.
We are finding that hospitals are not notifying us when members are admitted, even if you have requested that they do so.
Lost and Found
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Journey!
Journey [Confirmation] ministry is a ministry that is all about helping our middle school aged youth understand the relevance of living the “L” shape of faith: Learning, Loving and Lending a hand. It’s a ministry that continues to get everyone involved in helping to shape and live a vibrant faith; youth, parent[s], mentors, pastoral staff and the congregation. That’s what our education ministry is all about partnership. In partnership with one another we build and strengthen relationships with one another and with God.
Journey is held Wednesday evenings. Our time together begins with an optional event we call Journey Open House. Journey Open House is a social time for the Journey kids as well as mentors before class begins. It’s provides opportunity for fun, laughter, talk, even a snack, Open House is held from 6:00-6:30 pm.
Our learning and discover time happened in both large and small group. At this time Pastor Darin and myself are evaluating which curriculum will meet our needs. Whichever material we select you can be assured that it will be an innovation confirmation curriculum that will invite students to ask their toughest questions and encourage them to work together to find answers as they explore their faith and examine how to live their faith.
On more than one occasion parents as well as kids themselves have told us that they want to come to Journey. When kids want to come to Journey we know that we know we are doing something right!
Looking ahead to the month of September
Parent / Student Orientation - Wednesday, Sept 6 from 6:30 – 8:00 PM
First Journey Class - Wednesday, September 13
Journey Open House 6:00 -6:30 pm
Journey Class 6:30 -8:00 pm
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Why wait until Sunday to hear them? Now you can have them in your home or even in your car! For a donation of $10 (or more!) you can take the CSS Band with you in the form of their new CD. It also makes a great gift!
Simply put your offering in an envelope and put the envelope in the mailbox across from the church office.
Thanks, and enjoy the CD!
Operation: End Hunger
July & August Missions
Our annual picnic with our friends and family from Hephatha Lutheran Church is on Wednesday August 10 from 10:00 till 3:00.
Volunteers always make the day more fun and safer for our guests. Kids activities include swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, biking, and of course, eating a great lunch. For the adults, it’s a good day to relax and enjoy being outside.
The picnic is at the beautiful Blue Lotus Retreat Center in Newburg. It is a day to celebrate the summer youth and family Instruments of Peace ministry in the Hephatha Church neighborhood.
Volunteers can stay the whole day or just part as your schedule allows. OSLC men, women and children are encouraged to help and enjoy this time together.
A sign-up sheet will be on the Information Center or talk with David or Nancy Slinde (phone (339-0030) email ([email protected]).
Why Grandma Gave
One Sunday as she was getting ready for church, a grandmother received a call from her daughter. “Can you watch the kids while we’re out of town next week?” the daughter asked. Grandma was so thrilled she put an extra $5 into the offering plate that morning. The next Sunday, after her three
young grandchildren had returned home, she put in an extra $20.
Ok Agents of God here are your next 2 missions….
Help “dry up” poverty! We are collecting deodorant for men and women for the month of July.
Together we can “beet” poverty! We are collecting canned mixed vegetables and canned beets for the month of August.
You’re Invited to a Picnic
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Braxton Daniel Zias son of Danielle Zias was baptized on Saturday May 20th, 2017.
Macie Elizabeth Wilfer daughter of Charles & Emily Wilfer was baptized on Saturday June 3rd, 2017.
Amirah Rose Witek daughter of Maisha Anjum & Ricky Witek was baptized on Sunday June 25th. 2017.
Lincoln Louis Fischer son of Billy Fischer & Amanda Witek was baptized on Sunday June 25th, 2017.
Shirley and Marcy
A mother was concerned about her kindergarten son walking to school. He didn't want his mother to walk with him. She wanted to give him the feeling that he had some independence but yet know that he was safe.
So she had an idea of how to handle it. She asked a neighbor if she would please follow him to school in the mornings, staying at a distance, so he probably wouldn't notice her. She said that since she was up early with her toddler anyway, it would be a good way for them to get some exercise as well, so she agreed.
The next school day, the neighbor and her little girl set out following behind Timmy as he walked to school with another neighbor girl he knew. She did this for the whole week.
As the two kids walked and chatted, kicking stones and twigs, Timmy 's little friend noticed the same lady was following them as she seemed to do every day all week. Finally she said to Timmy, 'Have you noticed that lady following us to school all week? Do you know her?'
Timmy nonchalantly replied, 'Yeah, I know who she is.'
The little girl said, 'Well, who is she?'
'That's just Shirley Goodnest, 'Timmy replied, 'and her daughter Marcy.'
'Shirley Goodnest? Who is she and why is she following us?
'Well,' Timmy explained, 'Every night my Mom makes me say the 23rd Psalm with my prayers, 'cuz she worries about me so much. And in the Psalm, it says, ' Shirley Goodnest and Marcy shall follow me all the days of my life', so I guess I'll just have to get used to it!'
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious unto you; the Lord lift His countenance upon you, and give you peace.
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Our Men and Women Who Serve:
Article Deadline….. For the September/October Newsletter August 17th is the deadline. Submit all articles to the church office or email them to:
Healing Service every month that has a fifth Sunday is a Healing Service. It is a quiet, peaceful opportunity to bring
our pains, fears, and ailments to God and to receive an anointing of oil and laying on of hands for prayers of healing. Next Healing Service is July 30th.
Thank you to all those who generously give their time to help fold, staple, stuff envelopes and seal those envelopes! Our weekly bulletins and newsletters could not get out timely without your help. If you are interested in joining a wonderful group of people, please call the office at 334-9551.
Every 5th Sunday
Tina Anderson Max Baumgartner Darrin Ferguson Jr. Thomas Garvey
Jason Krueger Troy Nienow Joseph Osheim
Terry Osheim
Jonathon Osheim Turner Pruett Jack Ramson
Joe Ramson Jeff Schied Christopher Zaczyk
Chris Zeman
In our Prayers:
Alicia Balasch Sami Arndt Gary Bronson
Rich Ellingboe
Bill Fullhart Cynthia Handford
Marge Heisler Hep Hepner Reanne Hepner Tom Jensen
Doris Ruch
Zachary Schmoldt Joan Sherman
Mary Sherman
Rhonda Sutherland Abbey Vickney
Reese Widowski Arnie Wickland
Bold names are new additions…
People we pray for are renewed by calling the church office.
Bible Quiz
What is Gideon doing when the angel of the Lord appears to him with God’s call to lead Israel’s fight against the Midianites?
A. Threshing wheat B. Harvesting grapes C. Keeping sheep D. Making a sacrifice to the Lord
Answer: A
Dates to Remember:
July 22 Habitat Build Day
August 5th Harvest House
August 9th Hephatha Picnic @ Blue Lotus
August 27th Back Pack Blessing
. September 10th Rally Day
July/August 2017
Monday - Friday
8:00am to 4:30 pm
If there is an Emergency please call Pastor Darin at 920-740-9907
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Office Phone: 262-334-9551
Office Fax: 262-334-9708
Office Email: [email protected]
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