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1 St. Paul News The Newsletter of St. Paul Lutheran Church Ida Grove, Iowa Website: May 2018 INSIGHT FROM THE GOD WORD What is Confirmation? You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. Gal 3:26-27 Confirmation is a vital part of the church s total ministry. It includes a rite in which baptized youth publically declare who God has worked in their lives through baptism and their promise to be faithful to Christ. Through confirmation ministry, the congregation ministers to church members. The responsibility of caring for church members - especially children and young people - is shared by everyone. Through confirmation ministry the congregation also teaches the foundations of the Christian and Lutheran faith. Young people explore God s Word and learn what it means to serve Christ in the world. Why is confirmation important? Because it helps young people in their journey of faith! Through confirmation ministry young people 1) identify with the church and its mission and with other members of the faith community, and 2) participate more fully in the life and activities of the church. The confirmation process gives young people the knowledge they need to contribute to the church s work. Confirmation marks a new stage in life s journey. It has great meaning in the life of the confirmand because confirmation is a lifelong process which includes: 1) Baptism - when faith begins as the Holy Spirit enters and begins the nurturing of that faith. Parents and sponsors promise to support and guide the newly baptized as they grow in Christ. 2) Confirmation - Formal instruction in the faith leads to public confession of faith and formation of God s action in their lives. 3) Communion - After instruction the Confirmands are welcomed to the Lord s Supper so their faith might continue to grow as the Holy Spirit works through this Sacrament. 4) Afterward - Learning does not end when the confirmation classes are completed. Understanding God s Word and growing in the faith means a lifetime of regular worship, Bible study, frequent partaking of the Lord s Supper and a rich prayer life. On Sunday, May 6, 2018, in the 10:30 AM service, the following young people will be Confirmed: Amber Marie Benner Jaxson Kevin Edward Clausen William Taylor Forbes Macaela Mae Johnson Kya Kaylin Ladwig Evan Lee Larsen Caitlyn Lee Anne Malone Erin Olivia Nielsen Zachery LaDon Thayer Yes Confirmation day is a day of joy, to be sure, as confirmands confess their Christian faith in their own words before the congregation. It is a time of celebration as they affirm another step along the way of their Christian walk nurtured by God s holy Word and the Sacraments. God the Holy Spirit will confirm in us that growth in grace which sinners are unable to effect, but which he has done for us through his blessed Son, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and bestowed on us in our Baptism. Gracious Lord, continue to be with this year s Confirmands, that they continue to grow in their faith as you guide and direct them through your Word and Sacraments. Amen. Your Pastor, Rev. Richard A. Salcido NEXT NEWSLETTER DEADLINE for ANY ITEMS for in the June Newsletter is May 16 th. Remember it s up to you or your family members to let the church office know if you are hospitalized. 1

2 OFFICIAL ACTS Funeral: Michael C. Knop CHURCH NEWS Gathering Around God s Word 2018 SUMMER SCHEDULE May 27 through September 2 Saturday 6:00 PM Worship Sunday 9:00 AM Worship 10:15 AM Youth & Adult Bible Classes ST. PAUL 2018 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES: Elizabeth Adams Amy Bennett Chase Devitt Jordyn Fredericks Luke Johnson Austin Knop Katie Knudsen Kurtis Krager Bethany Rehse Anna Van Dusen NEED A DEVOTIONAL RESOURCE you can access with your cell phone, tablet, or computer? Check out the Congregation at Prayer on Facebook. Daily scripture readings, weekly hymns and parts of the catechism. This can even be used with your children. Daily Scripture readings have devotional thoughts in the comments section. Find a link to it on the church's Facebook page. If you have questions, or need a quick link to this resource Pastor Neil Wehmas, pastorwehmas@gmail.com FROM THE ELDERS Jon Devitt, Brad Zobel, David Petersen, Steven Andresen, Clay Miller, Jeremy Parks BACKGROUND CHECK The Elders developed policies, procedures and protocals for doing background checks on all persons of the congregation who work and/or volunteer in ministries with and for children (ages 0-18). The Church Council adopted those policies and procedures to take effect in January We have now engaged Protect My Ministry to do the screenings. USHERS NEEDED Here is an opportunity for you to serve your fellow members of our congregation. If you would like to serve as an usher please sign up for a worship service(s) at the Welcome Center. You can sign up for 1 service or as many as you would like. FROM THE BOARD OF HUMAN CARE Geneva Miesner & Heather Sweeden LUTHERAN FAMILY SERVICE Offers counseling here at St. Paul. Lynnette Aschinger, has over 22 years experience & expertise to those she serves and her Christian perspective offers a safe place to process those most difficult questions & to incorporate faith into the healing process. The counseling is available for anyone & LFS accepts most insurances and sliding scale is available. Areas of specialty include but not limited to: Children, Depression, Abuse/Trauma histories, Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Family & Couples. You are encouraged to contact Lutheran Family Service at to set up an appointment with Lynette. FROM THE PARISH NURSE May is National Mental Health Awareness month. The following is taken from For more information on Mental Health and resources to find help please visit this website or contact your doctor, pastor, or parish nurse. What Is Mental Health? Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. 2

3 Over the course of your life, if you experience mental health problems, your thinking, mood, and behavior could be affected. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including: Biological factors, such as genes or brain chemistry Life experiences, such as trauma or abuse Family history of mental health problems Mental health problems are common but help is available. People with mental health problems can get better and many recover completely. Early Warning Signs Not sure if you or someone you know is living with mental health problems? Experiencing one or more of the following feelings or behaviors can be an early warning sign of a problem: Eating or sleeping too much or too little Pulling away from people and usual activities Having low or no energy Feeling numb or like nothing matters Having unexplained aches and pains Feeling helpless or hopeless Smoking, drinking, or using drugs more than usual Feeling unusually confused, forgetful, on edge, angry, upset, worried, or scared Mental Health and Wellness Positive mental health allows people to: Realize their full potential Cope with the stresses of life Work productively Make meaningful contributions to their communities Ways to maintain positive mental health include: Yelling or fighting with family and friends Experiencing severe mood swings that cause problems in relationships Having persistent thoughts and memories you can't get out of your head Hearing voices or believing things that are not true Thinking of harming yourself or others Inability to perform daily tasks like taking care of your kids or getting to work or school Getting professional help if you need it Connecting with others Staying positive Getting physically active helping others Getting enough sleep developing coping skills COMMUNITY BASKET Donations for May are Peanut Butter and Jelly various kinds. All items are appreciated as well, as they can always use donations. The Community Basket is open on Thursdays (except 3 rd Thusday), from 1:00-4:00PM. The Mobile Pantry will be at the St. John Lutheran Church, Kiron, IA on May 17th. LIFEQUOTE Would you be willing to take a little bit of time on Memorial Day to do two things? One is to thank God for the successful outcomes of the sacrifices that these graves represent. Our country is a free and blessed place, and our freedom was bought at a terrible price. Second, will you rededicate yourself to sharing the good news of Jesus so that as many people as possible will be rejoicing on resurrection day? As you think about cemeteries, realize that God has the last word: Multitudes who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake: some to everlasting life, others to shame and everlasting contempt (Daniel 12:2 NIV). All Christian warriors will awake soon to new life. Pastor Mark Jeske, Time of Grace A Life Quote from Lutherans For Life FROM THE BOARD OF STEWARDSHIP & MISSIONS Janet Goodenow & Darcy Sibenaller STEWARDSHIP CORNER God calls us, as stewards of His gifts, to give what we have. The Lord doesn t ask us to give what we don t have. For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have (2 Corinthians 8:12). Satan will make every effort to tell us that we don t have anything to give or that what we could give would be so small it would be meaningless. With God s strength, we can give faithfully from a small or large amount of money. God is just as pleased with those who give generously from a small sum of money as those who give generously from a large sum. 3

4 MISSION CENTRAL EVENTS Mission Central LCMS World Mission Highway E 16, Mapleton, Iowa PH: Gary.Thies@lcms.org Brent.Smith@lcms.org Be sure to check the bulletin board in the hallway by pastors offices for information on Missionaries visiting Mission Central this month. FROM SHARA OSIRI, OUR MISSIONARY IN KENYA When Congregations Connect In July of 2017, a team from Living Faith Lutheran Church in Clive, Iowa traveled with LCMS missionaries and a team from Lutheran Hour - Nuru Media Ministries to do evangelism and outreach in the Kakuma and Kalobeyei refugee camps. These camps located in northern Kenya, are home to refugees from Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Congo, Rwanda and Burundi. During our week in the refugee camps we attended worship and did door-to-door evangelism. Sharing the Gospel, visiting with and hearing the stories of the families brought us great joy. Our colleagues from Nuru shared with many about their Bible Correspondence Course, and during a follow up visit registered over 200 people. Earlier this month, I returned to Kalobeyei with fellow LCMS missionaries and co-workers from Nuru to hold a graduation ceremony and issue certificates to 141 people who completed the course. This event was also attended by the Acting Archbishop, General Secretary and pastors of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kenya. It s amazing when congregations connect, it allows the Word of God to go forth. Yours in Christ... Shara FROM THE BOARD OF EVANGELISM / ASSIMILATION Brent Harm & Tera Parks WEBSITE Our website is designed to make it smart phone (mobile), laptop, tablet, and desktop PC friendly. The same content is present no matter which device you re using. The website recognizes what device is seeking access and then arranges the content to fit the device. Scan the QR symbol with your smart phone and get direct access to our website. Check out our website for links to our facebook pages and twitter accounts. FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Scott Van Dusen, Jeff Gilbert, Aaron Hoffman & Brandon Johnson Project Updates: Bids are being received for repairs to 7th street parking area. Narthex windows & frames replacement bid ACCEPTED. Work will begin as soon as weather permits FROM THE BOARD OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Christy Ladwig & Amy Godbersen THEOLOGY AT THE HUT led by Pastor Wehmas. Bible Study will meet weekly on Tuesdays at 6pm at Pizza Hut. We still welcome you to come at any time to join us! EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE CLASS: Join us at 6:30 AM at Zimmy s Restaurant. WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY: 1 & 2 KINGS A wise and powerful king. A magnificent temple and palace. Moral weakness and spiritual corruption. The splitting of a dynasty.weak and ineffective rulers. Attempts at reform. National ruin and regret. Foreign invasion. And then? This story is not the creation of a brilliant writer of contemporary fiction, it is the true record of God's Old Testament people, a record inspired by the Holy Spirit. In 1 and 2 Kings you will learn: how the world can allure us away from heavenly blessings; how God goes to great lengths to redeem His people; that in spite of their disobedience, God keeps His promises through our Savior, Jesus Christ. Join us at 9:30 AM in the lower level Conference Room. 4

5 SUNDAY ADULT BIBLE CLASS: Outspoken Heroes Of The Faith will introduce you to the cultural setting and life story of biblical characters, examine the joys and challenges they faced, and show how God forgave, sustained, and empowered them to serve Him. Included in this study Isaiah, Philip, Peter, Paul, Stephen and Woman at the Well. As you progress through this study, you will learn how God chooses ordinary people like you to do His extraordinary work. Join us at 9:15 AM in the Fellowship Hall. WEDNESDAY EVENING (during Midweek) LADIES BIBLE STUDY, will meet again in the fall CONFIRMATION Confirmation Pictures and Faith Sharing will be on Wednesday, May 2 nd, Pictures at 6:00PM, Rehearsal at 6:15PM, Faith Sharing at 6:30PM and reception at 7:30PM in the fellowship hall. with Confirmation on Sunday, May 6 th, Confirmands assemble and robe in the lower level conference room and sit as a class at the 10:30AM Sunday Worship service VBS will be June from 9:00-11:30AM We will be looking for volunteers to help with VBS if you are interested please let Christi Ladwig or Amy Godbersen know! Will be LOTS of FUN!! FROM THE BOARD OF YOUTH AND FAMILY LIFE Synda Jepsen & Robyn Devitt Keep Up To Date On Activities: Text: FalconsLYF to New LYF Blog: Check out our up and running blog. On the page you will find information about events, and information the help you in your walk of faith. The blog site is fairly simply to use: Graduate Recognition-Sunday, May 13 Seniors, bring your caps and gowns. You will wear them during the service and sit as a class Refuge 59 Wednesday, May 9 7pm Theme: Graduate & Confirmand Night Wednesday, May 23 7pm Theme: TBD High School Student Bible Study (Sunday, May 6 th, 13 th, & 20 (Sunday, May 27 th -Labor Join us Sunday mornings as we continue to study through the Gospel of John. We will continue to meet in the summer. On the Horizon Long Term RiseFest, Christian Music Festival, Sheldon, IA June (COST: $27.50) Whatever!, Iowa District West Youth Gathering, Des Moines November 9-11 Real. Present. God. National Youth Gathering, Minneapolis July 11-15, 2019 Junior LYF Confirmation Sunday, May 6 th 8 th Graders are confirmed during the 10:30 service. Junior LYF Night Wednesday, May 16 7pm On the Horizon Higher Things Camp, Solon, IA July 31-August 3 Delivered, Junior High Youth Gathering, West Des Moines October

6 ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH BOARD MEETING NOTES MARCH 12, :00 PM Present: Pastor Salcido, Pastor Wehmas, Paul Cates, Dan Dose Janet Goodenow, Tara Parks, Christi Ladwig, Robyn Devitt, Heather Sweeden, Darcy Sibenaller, Valerie Krager Call Meeting to Order: Paul Cates Open Devotion: Pastor Salcido *From Killing to Kindness *Genesis 4:8 Agenda: *Agenda approved as written Minutes: * Agenda approved as written Treasurer s Report: *Please turn in paperwork signed and indicate where the expense is to be Classed to on the Treasurer s Report for all on-line orders *Treasurer s report was approved as presented Pastor s Report: Pastor Salcido *Coordinating decorations for the Lent season *Lent Dinners went well and were greatly appreciated *Confirmation going well-essay instructions were given to the 8 th graders *Pastor Smith-Mission Central-we enjoyed having Pastor Smith at our Sunday service and Bible Class Pastor Wehmas *Education: *Spring Spectacular-jelly bean theme-easter *April 29-last day of Sunday School *On-line registration for VBS is available *Youth Blog Site: Benefits: *Josh Peters March 25 *Mike Knop March 23 *Student Lock-In March 23 8pm 9am *Fall Retreat *April 8th Bowling *April 11- *7 th graders to Mission Central (others are welcome to attend) *Refuge from 7-8:45pm *Iowa District West Youth Gathering *Junior High: October in West Des Moines *High School: November 9-11 in Des Moines *National youth Gathering *July 11-15, 2019 in Minneapolis, MN *National Youth Workers Conference: *July 8-11-Registration Cost: $375 plus Hotel & Travel *Registration Cost will also cover 2019 Youth Gathering Registration *Creation Mission Central *July 8-11 National Youth Conference *Write Ups-2 x s a month in the Courier Board Reports: Elders: *Membership changes & requests *Funerals: *Adult Confirmation: *Baptism: *Adult Baptism: *Marriages: *Reaffirmation: *Transfers Out: *Transfers In: *Profession of Faith:

7 *Reaffirmation of Faith *Release by Personal Request: *Remove due to loss of contact: *Adult Confirmation: *No member changes *Summer Worship Schedule: *Memorial Weekend Labor Day Weekend (Elder s recommended Temporary Change) *9:00 Worship (worship services will vary) *10:15 Youth Classes *Saturday Evening Services will remain a Traditional Worship Service Christian Education: Christi Ladwig *VBS June 9:30 11:00am - Splash Canyon *Jelly Bean Services colors related to the Easter Story *Kandi Ehrig has worked with Mid-week classes and has rewarded well behaved classes *Wednesday in the Park Looking for someone to coordinate this effort. Possibly Various churches around the areas and possibly highlight different departments, firemen, Ambulance, etc. Evangelism & Assimilation: Tara Parks *Suggestions: social time after church or between services *Coffee between services in Narthex *The first coffee was held on March 4 th *There was very good feedback about the first coffee *Create opportunities for fellowship Easter *Follow us on visitors *New member packets Human Care: Heather Sweeden *Food Pantry Mobile served 74 families-mobile *Parish Nurse: *Home bound visits continue but have been difficult to get completed *Looking at classes on March 27 May 1 for caregivers: Tools to care For their loved ones and themselves Mission & Stewardship: Darcy Sibenaller *Thrivent-setting up a meeting to look into training *Financial Peace Dave Ramsey course *Looking at doing a class that will be video based this fall *The course will be 1 hour sessions for 6-8 weeks Trustees: *Windows in Narthex Signed forms *Carroll Glass will be putting the windows in as soon as the weather gets warmer *Working w/city on a drawing for drainage on the south parking *Looking at lights down the sidewalk on the west side *Timer is needed for light on the Nativity Scene Youth and Family Life: Robyn Devitt *February 25, 2018 Youth Skating party-90 attended *April 8 Youth Bowling *Look into sending a packet out to children that are baptized in the church Old Business: *Easter Breakfast: Set up Friday 8:00pm *Goodwill will go to Youth and Children Ministry New Business: *April 15, Special Voter s 11:44am *Services *Monday Thursday Service - 7:00pm *Good Friday Service - 7:00pm *Saturday Service - 6:00pm *Sunday Services - Sunrise Service 6:30am Morning Service 9:00am *Partners in Prayer: It was discussed how to incorporate Partners In Prayer Into St Paul. Additional discussion will held at the Voters meeting on April 15. Next meeting: April 9 7:00pm

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9 THOSE WHO SERVE - MAY 2018 Date Time Lectors Acolytes Sound Computer Camera Communion Servers Communi on Prep 5/5 6:00 PM Shari Walter Rylee Krayenhagen Rod S. Roger Walter Larry & Tappy 5/6 8:00AM Ellen Schable Dennis C. Deb Clausen Dan Dose 5/6 10:30A Donna Krista Sibenaller & Brad Z. Jon Devitt Clay Miller M Rasmussen Aubree Zimmerman 5/12 6:00PM Cindy Hausman Gary M. 5/13 8:00AM Trenton Gilbert Rod S. Dan Dose 5/13 10:30A Brent Harm Carson Sharkey Brad Zobel Brad Zobel John B. M 5/19 6:00PM Caitlyn Malone Butch E. Keith Krager 5/20 8:00AM Glenda Hausman Keith Hausman Brad Zobel Lorna S. Butch E. Dan Dose 5/20 10:30A Chance Buns & Dennis C. David Paul Cates M Josh Peters Petersen 5/26 6:00PM Aiden & Patience Gary M. Johnson 5/27 9:00AM Peggy Fick Evan Williams Dennis C. Dennis C. Dean Fick 6/2 6:00PM Shari Walter Rylee Krayenhagen Rod S. Roger Walter Doug & Peggy Hanson 6/3 9:00AM Ellen Schable Kelton Ladwig & Carson Sharkey Butch E. Dan Dose Brent Harm

10 MAY 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Theology at the Hut 6:00PM 2 3 National Day of Prayer 6 th Sunday of Easter 6 8:00AM Worship w/communion 9:15AM Bible Class LYF 10:00AM Confirmands assemble in Conference Room 10:30AM Worship w/communion and Confirmation 7 th Sunday of Easter 13 Mother s Day 8:00AM Worship 9:15AM Senior Recognition Breakfast 10:30AM Worship (Seniors sit together as a class) Day of Pentecost 20 Graduation 8:00AM Worship w/communion 9:15AM Bible Class 10:30AM Worship w/communion Elders 7:00PM Church Council 7:00PM MCC 10:30AM LWML Bible Study Leaders 4:00PM Theology at the Hut 6:00PM 8 15 Theology at the Hut 6:00PM 22 Theology at the Hut 6:00PM 6:30AM Bible Study 9:30AM Bible Study 5:15PM Praise Team 6:00PM Conf. Pictures 6:15PM Rehearsal 6:30PM Faith Sharing 7:30PM Reception 6:30AM Bible Study 9:30AM Bible Study 7:00PM REFUGE - LYF Deadline items in monthly newsletter 6:30AM Bible Study 9:30AM Bible Study 7:00PM JR HIGH YOUTH NIGHT :30AM Bible Study 9:30AM Bible Study 2:30PM MCC #12 5:15PM Praise Team 7:00PM REFUGE - LYF 10 Golden Horizons 2:30PM Ascension Service at Mission Central 7:00PM 17 Willowdale 2:00PM 24 Assemble monthly newsletter 1:00PM 4 5 Worship Service w/communion 6:00PM Worship Service 6:00PM Worship Service w/communion 6:00PM Worship Service 6:00PM Holy Trinity 27 SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE BEGINS 9:00AM Worship 10:15AM Bible Class and LYF Memorial Day Church Office will be closed Theology at the Hut 6:00PM 6:30AM Bible Study 9:30AM Bible Study 30 31