Lent springtime of our souls - a time for preparation, planting and growth. Ash Wednesday and Lenten Worship Schedule

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Issue 2 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Oce information 2 From the Pastor 3 HWP News " 4 Church Pages " 5-8 Shetek News" 9 Green

celebration of the resurrection of our Lord on Easter day, begins each year on Ash Wednesday, when the liturgy of the

From ancient times, the season of Lent has been kept as a time of special devotion, self denial and humble repentance

Sundays are not included in the forty-day count because every Sunday is a joyful celebration of our Lord's

The last week of Lent, known as Holy Week, is the holiest time of the liturgical year as the church commemorates the

The word Lent comes from the middle English lente (springtime) and the old AngloSaxon word lengten (the time when days

Ash Wednesday and Lenten Worship Schedule Ash Wednesday Worship, February 13 5:30 pm St Lucas 5:45 pm Augustana /

1 Augustana Bergen St. Lucas Swede Home Yellow Medicine An area parish of Lutheran churches in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota Volume 9, Issue 2 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Oce information 2 From the Pastor 3 HWP News " 4 Church Pages " 5-8 Shetek News" 9 Green Lake News 10 Calendar " 11 February 2013 Newsletter Lent 2013 The season of Lent, the period of preparation for the celebration of the resurrection of our Lord on Easter day, begins each year on Ash Wednesday, when the liturgy of the Church calls us to begin a holy season of prayerful and penitential reflection. From ancient times, the season of Lent has been kept as a time of special devotion, self denial and humble repentance born of a faithful heart that dwells confidently on His word and draws from it life and hope. Sundays are not included in the forty-day count because every Sunday is a joyful celebration of our Lord's resurrection. The last week of Lent, known as Holy Week, is the holiest time of the liturgical year as the church commemorates the final week of our Lord s life, and includes the observances of Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday. The word Lent comes from the middle English lente (springtime) and the old AngloSaxon word lengten (the time when days grow longer). It is the holy springtime of our souls - a time for preparation, planting and growth. Ash Wednesday and Lenten Worship Schedule Ash Wednesday Worship, February 13 5:30 pm St Lucas 5:45 pm Augustana / Swede Home 6:45 pm Bergen 6:45 pm Yellow Medicine Augustana & Swede Home - 5:45 p.m. worship. Lenten suppers follow worship at Augustana Feb. 20, Mar. 6, Mar. 20. Coffee and fellowships at Swede Home, FEb. 27, Mar. 13. Bergen - 6 p.m. Lenten supper and 6:45 p.m. worship. St. Lucas - 5:30 p.m. worship followed by Lenten supper, Wednesday School. Yellow Medicine - 6:45 p.m. worship followed by coffee fellowship.

2 Office & Contact Information Contact Information Pastor David Wall, Interim Pastor Steve Quist Visitation Pastor Healing Waters Parish Staff Kristin Nygaard office@healingwatersparish.org Newsletter Editor Jessica Stolen news@healingwatersparish.org Augustana & Bergen Office Melinda Rokusek jmrokusek@yahoo.com St. Lucas Office Ronda Gregg Herigon rbherigon@starpoint.net Yellow Medicine Office Annette Sharkey annettelsharkey@yahoo.com Please notify us when: There is a birth or adoption of a child There is a death in your family There is a hospitalization in your family Someone becomes home bound Someone becomes unemployed You move or get a new phone number A child moves out of the house or attends college or whenever there is a cause for sorrow or a cause for joy Healing Waters Parish, the body of Christ, wants to bring you Christ s love in all the seasons of your life. Thank you for helping with the January newsletter assembly Carol Engel, Joyce Gregg, Annette Sharkey, Norma Simonson, and Kristin Nygaard Sunday, February 3 Augustana & Bergen" " " Pr David Wall Swede Home & St. Lucas" " Pr Steve Quist Yellow Medicine" " " John Biggs Sunday, February 10 Augustana & Bergen" " " Pr Steve Quist Swede Home & St. Lucas" " John Biggs Yellow Medicine" " " Pr David Wall Ash Wednesday Worship, February 13 5:45 p.m. Augustana/Swede Home Pr Steve Quist 6:45 p.m. Bergen Pr Steve Quist 5:30 p.m. St. Lucas Pr David Wall 6:45 p.m. Yellow Medicine Pr David Wall Sunday, February 17 Augustana & Bergen" " " John Biggs Swede Home & St. Lucas" " Pr David Wall Yellow Medicine" " " Pr Steve Quist Lenten Worship, Wednesday, February 20 5:45 p.m. Augustana/Swede Home Pr Steve Quist 6:45 p.m. Bergen Pr Steve Quist 5:30 p.m. St. Lucas Pr David Wall 6:45 p.m. Yellow Medicine Pr David Wall Sunday, February 24 Augustana & Bergen" " " Pr David Wall Swede Home & St Lucas" " Pr Steve Quist Yellow Medicine" " " John Biggs Lenten Worship, Wednesday, February 27 5:45 p.m. Augustana/Swede Home Pr Steve Quist 6:45 p.m. Bergen Pr Steve Quist 5:30 p.m. St. Lucas Pr David Wall 6:45 p.m. Yellow Medicine Pr David Wall Page 2 February 2013 Healing Waters Parish News

3 From the Pastor February--The Great Leap--Epiphany to Lent David S. Wall, Interim Pastor Grace and Peace to you all in the name of Jesus. It is a great joy to be writing this to you. I am in my third day here at Healing Waters Parish--so if you want to know anything about the Parish, I have all the answers because I don't even know the questions yet. Seriously, it is great to be here and pariticipate with you in all the joys and challenges that you have to be the five mission outposts together working as Healing Waters Parish. I am trying to create some informal conversation opportunities to meet and greet you all. Having been in a five point parish before, I know that Sunday morning is a challenging time to have conversations longer than Hi and Bye. You may know that this is my 18th interim in as many years and I want you to know that since I heard I was going to have conversation with your representatives interviewing with them, I have been praying for you all and will continue to do that now and after I leave this interim pastorate. I live in Lakeville, Minn., with my spouse Catherine who also is on a church staff as Worship and Music Director in Lake Elmo, Minn. We have three grown children, here in Minnesota and one of them is in Virginia. We have a four year old granddaughter as well--go ahead--ask me about her February is quite a month where we will conclude the Epiphany Season and move into Lent on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13(see Lenten Plan in this newsletter). That is a quick change from recognizing the glory of Jesus as God's only Son and then turning and moving intentionally to the Cross. You'll have to tell me if that is what life is like for our congregations here at HWP. We recognize the glory of Jesus and immediately head to the cross. I think the interim time has been difficult for many congregations where I have been. I am also convinced by the many experiences I have seen, that congregations have had both a time of cross and resurrection. We have many things we can share and learn in our time together in this interim period. It probably goes without saying, I have no magic wand or any tricks that always work in the interim time, but I hope you know that I am here to invite you to take weeks and months of congregational cleansing breaths as we look to the future together. Since we are God's hands in the world, let's make them praying hands. I know you have working hands or you wouldn't be where you are today as a parish. Our gospel reading the first Sunday in Lent is where Jesus is tempted in the wilderness to take his focus off of God and put it on things of the earth (food, land and supernatural power). The Christ keeps the focus on God. As the bishop of western North Dakota has said, "What in God's name is going on in this Church?" We have the opportunity to answer that question and move ahead in God's name. I am thankful for this time as your interim pastor. I hope if you would like any conversation with me that you feel free to contact me. My best contacts are by cell phone and and here they are. Cell and dswall2@yahoo.com. Peace to you for the journey--go in Christ's Peace--Pastor Dave Healing Waters Parish News February 2013 Page 3

Healing Waters Parish News O n S u n d a y February 3 rd, 1 4 0 m i l l i o n Americans will tune in to the S u p e r B o w l football game.

Young people in churches across the country are collecting money for those who are hungry and hurting.

4 Healing Waters Parish News O n S u n d a y February 3 rd, m i l l i o n Americans will tune in to the S u p e r B o w l football game. There will be parties with abundant food, friendship and fellowship. At the same time, there will be people worrying about staying warm, finding shelter and a warm meal. Young people in churches across the country are collecting money for those who are hungry and hurting. In 2012, nearly 10 million dollars was collected by Souper Bowl of Caring participants for local charities. All of the money collected is donated to charities selected by the participants none of the money is sent to the Soup Bowl of Caring headquarters. HWP Youth will collect non-perishable food items and money again this Super Bowl Sunday. All food and 90% of the money collected will be given to local food shelves; a 10% tithe will go to ELCA World Hunger to help people in other parts of the U.S. and around the world. Thank you in advance for your generous support Save the Dates DAY CAMP June Shetek Lutheran Ministries will again provide programming and supplies. We provide kids, food and volunteer helpers. A volunteer has already stepped forward to host the Shetek staff Needed: Day Camp Coordinator (or co-coordinators) to serve as a liaison between Shetek LM and the congregations, help line up adult and youth volunteers, and organize the necessary paperwork Kitchen team to provide an easy meal to campers and staff Small-group assistants Interested? Contact Kris Nygaard at or office@healingwatersparish.org Healthy Congregations workshops scheduled for Feb 23 and Mar 23 The parish will host two Healthy Congregations workshops, both on Saturdays, Feb 23 and Mar 23, 9:00 am-1:00 pm (includes lunch), location to be announced. Synod Minister Andrea DeGroot-Nesdahl and Interim Pr David Wall will lead. ALL members of HWP are encouraged to attend, but especially council members. There is nocost, but for meal planning, please let Kris Nygaard know (office@healingwatersparish.org or ) if you will attend. THANK YOU - Parish Youth Ministry Fund Thank you to the members and congregations that have made contributions to the Parish Youth Ministry Fund In November and December, the parish received $850 to support youth ministry, which includes confirmation, Day Camp, and chaperone expenses for youth retreats. We give thanks to God for this support EQUIPPING CONGREGATIONS DAY 2013 Saturday, Feb 9, from 9:00 am-3:30 pm at Vinje Lutheran Church in Willmar. This year s theme is "Life Giving Identity" and includes a variety of workshops as well as guest speakers Andrew Root, PhD at Luther Seminary and Bishop Jon Anderson of our SW MN Synod. For more info and to register, go to events.html 32nd Annual Rural Ministry Conference Food and Faith The Center for Theology & Land at Wartburg Theological Seminary hosts the annual Rural Ministry Conferences that have been held in Dubuque since Each year's conference addresses issues and themes pertinent to the well-being of rural communities and the ministry of rural churches. This year's theme is Food & Faith. The conference will include worship, keynote speakers, workshops, and Bible study, and offer participants a unique opportunity to network with others who are active in and concerned about rural ministry. Presenters come from a variety of denominations. Page 4 February 2013 Healing Waters Parish News

Augustana Church News Augustana Lutheran Church 921 11 th Avenue Clarkfield, MN 56223 320-669-4645 January work group leader: Dick and Elaine Peterson Rachel circle: Will meet on February 20th

m. February 10" " " 9:00 a.m. February 13" " " 5:45 p.m. February 17" " " 10:30 a.m. February 20" " " 5:45 p.m. February 24" " " 9:00 a.m. February 27" " " 5:45 p.m. Rev. Dr.

5 Augustana Church News Augustana Lutheran Church th Avenue Clarkfield, MN January work group leader: Dick and Elaine Peterson Rachel circle: Will meet on February 20th following Lenten services at Jolene Johnson s home. Elizabeth circle: TBA Council: Council will meet following services on February 10th. SUNDAY & LENT WORSHIP SCHEDULE February 3" " " 9:00 a.m. February 6" " " 5:45 p.m. February 10" " " 9:00 a.m. February 13" " " 5:45 p.m. February 17" " " 10:30 a.m. February 20" " " 5:45 p.m. February 24" " " 9:00 a.m. February 27" " " 5:45 p.m. Rev. Dr. Stanley Jurgenson of Las Vegas Nevada passed away on January 3 rd. He was baptized, confirmed and ordained at Augustana Lutheran Church. A memorial service will be held at Augustana on Saturday, February 16 th at 1:00 PM. Pastor David Wall and Pastor Kay Jurgenson will officiate. A time of remembering and fellowship will follow the service in church basement. Check the announcements in each Sunday's bulletin for any updated information changes. "Thank you to everyone who has prayed for healing for son, Bill, Jr. after his stroke. He is in rehab at the U Hospital and continues therapy on his left leg and arm. He is keeping positive and is working very hard at building up strength on his left side. ~Bill and Nancy Bergen Lutheran Church th Avenue Granite Falls, MN Opening the church: Richard Christopherson & Roger Sorum. Mary Circle: No meetings in February. February Work Group 2: David & Marcie Augeson, leaders. Bergen News SUNDAY & LENT WORSHIP SCHEDULE February 3" " " 10:30 a.m. February 6" " " 6:00 p.m. February 10" " " 10:30 a.m. February 13" " " 6:00 p.m. February 17" " " 9:00 a.m. February 20" " " 6:00 p.m. February 24" " " 10:30 a.m. February 27" " " 6:00 p.m. News and Notes: Sunday, February 3 rd :" Worship with Communion Come and meet our new interim, Pastor Dave Wall." Potluck dinner following service (Work Group 2- Marcie Augeson)." " We will have 6:00 pm Lent Suppers followed by 6:45 Lenten service." Serving Schedule is as follows: February 20 th :" Council, February 27 th :" Work Group 1 (Skulstad/Kvam), March 6 th : " Work Group 2 (Marcie Augeson), March 13 th :" Work Group 3 (Klosterboer), March 20 th :" LL Pizza Supper. Lac Qui Parle Conference Global Missions Event: February 15: Carman Brunsvold is guest speaker. She will tell us about Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. She works with Family Readiness Support; Assistance (FRSA). At Trinity Lutheran in Montevideo. Little Lutherans Sunday School will meet on the following Sundays: February 3, February 17, March 3, March 17, April 7, April 21, May 5, May 19 following worship. Page 5 February 2013 Healing Waters Parish News

6 St. Lucas News St. Lucas Lutheran Church th Avenue Cottonwood, MN Ushers: Terry Dieken and Leroy Jolstad. Communion servers: Leroy and Cindy Jolstad & Mitch and Roberta Brusven. Altar Guild: Linda SUNDAY & LENT WORSHIP SCHEDULE February 3" " 10:30 a.m. February 6" " 5:30 p.m. February 10" " February 13" " February 17" " February 20" " February 24" " February 27" " 10:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m 5:30 p.m. Wanted: Volunteers Would you be willing to volunteer for a funeral serving group? This would be a group we could call on to work at funerals, the groups 1, 2, & 3 would still provide the cakes. Both men and women will be welcomed. If you can help, please notify Connie at or stamperstuen@mvtvwireless.com. February Birthdays 02 - Hannah Penske 03 - Ardith Reishus 04 - Dennis Anderson Austin Lee Martin 06 - Anna Brusven 08 - Darin Kompelien Leah Brusven 11 - Cole Brusven 13 - Robert Hoff 14 - Jon Gregoire 15 - Lila Mauland Brian Stensrud Carson Brusven 16 - Kerry Thompson 20 - Naomi Stensrud 21 - Theodora Miller 22 - Zach Brusven Swede Home News Swede Home Lutheran Church th Avenue Clarkfield, MN SUNDAY & LENT WORSHIP SCHEDULE February 3" " 9:00 a.m. " February 6" " 5:45 p.m. " February 10" " 9:00 a.m. " February 13" " 5:45 p.m. " February 17" " 9:00 a.m. " February 20" " 5:45 p.m. " February 24 " " 9:00 a.m " February 27" " 5:45 p.m. February Birthdays 26 - Marlys Londgren Healing Waters Parish News February 2013 Page 6

7 Yellow Medicine Church News Yellow Medicine Lutheran Church PO Box 119, 101 Main Street Hanley Falls, MN SUNDAY & LENT WORSHIP SCHEDULE February 3" " 10:30 a.m. February 6" " 6:45 p.m. February 10" " 10:30 a.m. February 13" " 6:45 p.m. February 17" " 10:30 a.m. February 20" " 6:45 p.m. February 24" " 10:30 a.m February 27" " 6:45 p.m. EASTER LILY MEMORIALS will be received again this year. If you would like to remember a loved one in this way, please mail or place in the offering plate the attached tear off slip and your check for $14.00 per lily payable to Yellow Medicine Lutheran Church. We would like to know how many to order by Sunday, March 10th. If you plan on bringing your own lily, leave a note or call to let us know who it is in memory or honor of. Thanks Lily given in memory of/honor of (circle one): February Birthdays: 2 Helen Albeck 3 K. D. Segale 4 Brenda Brusven Wendy Towne 7 Heather Tusberg Kenneth Rikke 9 Kayli Timm 11 Perry Grothen Matthew Woodruff 12 Holly Oftedahl Mark Oftedahl 14 Darlene Erickson 15 Mary Jane Harris Karla Humbeutel Luke Olson 17 Graham Dybsetter Travis Enger 18 Ashley Goodwin 19 Donna Ricke 20 Allen Enger Tara Langwierdt 22 Alison Bakkelund Barb Bresson Gerry Velde 23 Rick Hewitt 24 Shawn Ellingson Tom Wolner 27 Mason Sherod Given by: Page 7 February 2013 Healing Waters Parish News

Yellow Medicine Church News FEBRUARY ASSIGNMENTS Ushers: 3 Arlan Gustafson 10 Allen Torke 17 Milo Brusven 27 Rich Hagen NEWS & NOTES NEW BABY Steve and Katie Fry are proud parents of "Hayden William

8 Yellow Medicine Church News FEBRUARY ASSIGNMENTS Ushers: 3 Arlan Gustafson 10 Allen Torke 17 Milo Brusven 27 Rich Hagen NEWS & NOTES NEW BABY Steve and Katie Fry are proud parents of "Hayden William Fry", born Dec. 21, His big brother and sister, Hunter and Hannah are so proud Grandparents are Steve and Jill Fry, Great Grandparents are Bill Sharkey, Sr. and "G'Ma" MaryEllen Anderson. Lay Readers: 3 Shawna Tusberg 10 Heather Velde 17 Brenda Brusven 24 Kristin Nygaard Altar Guild: Barb Torke Kristin Nygaard Counters: 3 Dan Stevens & Donna Ricke 10 Elmo Volstad & Julie Volstad 17 Elmo Volstad & Julie Volstad 24 Elmo Volstad & Julie Volstad Acolytes: 3 Joshua Stevens 10 Will Jeseritz 13 Thomas Lindstrom 17 Justin Torke 20 Darrien Wallin 24 Kolin Eckstrom 27 Hannah Lecy Crossbearers: 3 Kyle Oftedahl 13 Chantel Olson 17 Joshua Stevens 24 Ethan Stolen Funeral Chairs: Service Group #3 Heather Pringle (507) Carrie Albertson (612) TO MEMBERS OF YELLOW MEDICINE LUTHERAN: Thank you so much for your donations to the Granite Falls Manor at Christmas time. Most of the items will be used for bingo prizes and the nail polish will help keep the ladies looking beautiful Your generosity is greatly appreciated Thanks again --Terrie McCoss, Activities Director, G.F. Manor The family of Harriet Velde would like to thank everyone who shared our loss with prayers, visits, hugs, cards, flowers, memorials, food and words of support. Thanks to Pastor Steve Quist and Pastor Jarrol Cole for their visits and comforting words. Special appreciation to ZeeAnne Reishus, Elmo Volstad and Stephanie Hendrickson for their beautiful music provided at the memorial service. Our heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful, caring staff at the Clarkfield Care Center. We are so grateful for our loving family & caring community. Vonnie & Duane Severson and Family Tim & Connie Velde and Family Colleen & Rick Hewitt and Family Ministerial Acts Funeral: Harriet Velde passed away on Thursday, January 10th, 2013, and was buried at Yellow Medicine Lutheran Church East Cemetery on Sunday, January 13, Dear choir members, Thank you for the vintage music wall art. It looks great in my piano room, and was so thoughtful of you. I appreciate your using your time and talents to enhance the music ministry at YMLC, and I look forward to our Lent/Easter session. As Easter is somewhat earlier this year (March 31), we will begin practicing on Sunday, Feb. 10th at 9:30 in the choir loft. Hope to see you all there, PLUS A FEW MORE Anyone is welcome to join us. The following is a tentative singing schedule: Feb. 13: Ash Wednesday Feb. 24: 4th Sunday communion March 6: Lenten Wed. March 28: Holy Thursday March 31: Easter ~Zee Anne Reishus, choir director Healing Waters Parish News February 2013 Page 8

Shetek Lutheran Ministries Where Christ Renews and Empowers February 2013 14 Keeley Island Dr Slayton, MN 56172 507-763-3567 slbc@frontiernet.net www.shetek.

9 Shetek Lutheran Ministries Where Christ Renews and Empowers February Keeley Island Dr Slayton, MN Mark Your Calendar *SLM Annual Meeting February 3 rd 2013 *Valentine Dinner February 10 th 2013 *Marriage Retreat February th 2013 *Confirmation Retreat March th 2013 *Pre-Marriage Retreat March 16 th 2013 *Sugar Bush Dinner March 17 th 2013 *Pelican Banquet April 14 th 2013 *Confirmation Retreat April 19 & *Clean up day May 4 th 9-4pm 2013 *Pre-Marriage Retreat May 11 th 2013 You are invited to Shetek Lutheran Ministries Annual Meeting When: February 3 rd 2013 Where: SLM dining hall Time: 2p.m. Any questions call (507) or Check out our website at Help send kids to camp Become a Pelican/Timber member Call for a Brochure Today (507) Page 9 February 2013 Healing Waters Parish News

Jay Beech in Concert As part of our 75th Anniversary celebration and Alumni Reunion, Jay Beech will be in concert at Green Lake Bible Camp on Saturday, July 13th. This concert is open to the public.

Individuals from Non-Member Congregations may begin registering March 11th. Early Bird Registration deadline is April 15th.

Sibling Discounts are available to families who send two or more children from the same family to camp this summer.

Be sure to check the box and list the siblings when completing the registration form.

10 Jay Beech in Concert As part of our 75th Anniversary celebration and Alumni Reunion, Jay Beech will be in concert at Green Lake Bible Camp on Saturday, July 13th. This concert is open to the public. Watch more more details coming soon Important Camp Dates & Discounts Summer Camp Registration opens February 11th for individuals of Member Congregations. Individuals from Non-Member Congregations may begin registering March 11th. Early Bird Registration deadline is April 15th. Campers registered on or before April 15th will receive a $20 discount toward their full week at camp. Half Blast and other shorter programs will receive a $10 discount. Sibling Discounts are available to families who send two or more children from the same family to camp this summer. Each child (note change from previous years) will receive a $15 discount towards a full week of camp and $7.50 towards a partial week program. Be sure to check the box and list the siblings when completing the registration form. Saturday, July 13 at Green Lake Bible Camp Mark your calendars for July 13th We will be celebrating 75 years of ministry and moving forward in faith. Plans are underway for a community open house, staff alumni reunion (overnight accommodations available at Shores and GLBC), worship, games, and campfire. We are also working on two special events--an outdoor concert and a little something to do with Bonkers. We will keep you posted and look forward to seeing you at the celebration Page 10 February 2013 First time Family Campers will receive a discount of 10% off their Family Camp fee. Be sure to check the box when completing the registration form. Questions? For programmatic questions please contact Pastor Jean Ohman, Director of Programs at (320) , ext Questions related to registration and discounts may be directed to Beth Gjerde, Registrar, Healing Waters Parish News

His love endures forever

His love endures forever Augustana Bergen St. Lucas Swede Home Yellow Medicine An area parish of Lutheran churches in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota Volume 10, Issue 02 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Oce information 2 Pastor s Page 3 HWP