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1 Christ Lutheran News October, 2017 THE SERENITY PRAYER Reinhold Niebuhr ( ) God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference. Living one day at a time; enjoying one moment at a time; accepting hardships as the pathway to peace; taking, as He did, this sinful world as it is, not as I would have it; trusting that He will make all things right if I surrender to His Will; that I may be reasonably happy in this life and supremely happy with Him forever in the next. Amen. We will seek God s will, share God s love, and serve as Christ s people.

2 Worship Information Contact Information Saturday: 5:15 pm Saturday Evening Worship with Holy Communion Sunday: 9:00 am Sunday School (September 10 May 6) 10:15 am Worship (Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays) Broadcasts: Sunday, 11:30 am Worship broadcast on Radio KJOE FM Wednesday, 10:00 am Worship on Television Channels 3 & 67 Executive Council Luke Schneider, President Mike Stelter, Vice President Whendy Gass, Secretary Ronda Radke, Treasurer Church Office: Street Address: 2959 Queen Avenue, Slayton, MN slaytonchristlutheran@gmail.com Website: christinslayton.weebly.com Dawn Mouw, Office Manager Dale Lange, Custodian Pastor Dawn Quame Parsonage (home): cell phone: dawnquame@gmail.com Prayer Requests Call the church office at , or us with your prayer requests. If you want a pastoral visit or would like to be included in pastoral prayers during worship, please call the church office. Inside this issue: Pastor s Column 4 Council Minutes 6 Financial Information 13 Funding Initiative 14 Calendar 16 WCLC/Parish Nurse 18 Ministerial Acts/Prayer Concerns 21 Thank You/Christmas Concert 22 Youth Gathering 24 Worship Assistants 26 Birthdays/Anniversaries 28 Canews 31 Remember to check out our Mobile Friendly Website: christinslayton.weebly.com Slayton Christ Lutheran Church Would you prefer to read your newsletter online or by ? Please us: slaytonchrist lutheran@gmail.com Address, Phone & Corrections Christ Lutheran maintains a database of all members. If you have had any changes to your address, phone number, marital status, etc. please contact Dawn with your name and the changes that need to be made. If You Are Ill Hospitals no longer notify churches when their members are admitted for care. Please call and let us know so we can support you with prayer and with presence. 2 3

3 From Pastor Dawn s Desk... 4 For there is no distinction, since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God; they are now justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, ~ Romans 3:22b-24 October 31, 2017 marks a significant milestone in the life of the whole Christian church. It was on this day, 500 years ago, that Martin Luther, a Roman Catholic monk, nailed to a church door a list of 95 points for discussion, also known as theses, regarding some of the practices of the church. Luther had a few questions and concerns for the church, particularly regarding the selling indulgences. His convictions were grounded in God s Word as it conveys God s grace and promises to a world where indeed all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. The more Luther studied scripture, particularly Paul s letter to The Romans, the more he was convinced that the church he knew and loved was in need of reform. This reformation began 500 years ago this month. In Lutheran churches around the world, celebrations are being planned as well as other events commemorating this anniversary. In some places, joint worship services are being planned with our Roman Catholic brothers and sisters with a focus on reconciliation. Others are planning special hymn sings or musical events. In our congregations, we will gather as we do every year for worship on October 29 and hear God s Word proclaimed through song, prayer and preaching. We will adorn the sanctuary with the color red and will no doubt sing, A Mighty Fortress is Our God at some point during the service. It s quite possible that in the next month, you will hear the same question I ve been hearing for a while, What is your church doing this year for the Reformation? My response to this question is often that we will continue to do what we do as God s church and we will do it well. We will mark this special day during worship, but in some ways, much of what we do on Reformation Sunday 2017 won t seem all that different than what we do on other weekends. In the months and years to come, the best and most lasting way we can continue to commemorate the Reformation is in fact to do what it is we are called to do and be as God s church in the world and do it well. We gather regularly for worship to hear God s Word and receive the sacraments. We look for ways that we might live out our baptismal promises as Christ s light shines through us. We hope for a world where indeed, as Paul writes, there is no distinction, since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. We share God s redeeming love with the entire world, knowing that God will continue to hold and sustain us now and forever. Amen. I have held many things in my hands, and I have lost them all; but whatever I have placed in God s hands, that I still possess. ~Martin Luther 5

4 6 CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH Council Meeting Minutes August 9, 2017 The meeting was called to order at 8:01pm, by President Luke Schneider Members Present are: Pastor Ted Kunze, Lora Hopp- Hansen, Irene Moline, Dan Haken, Ronda Radke, Kim Holm, Tim Lange, Nancy Sauder, Sam Wynia, Whendy Gass Devotions were led by Pastor Ted followed by prayer Agenda approved as printed M/S/P Irene/Dan The minutes of the June 14, 2017 meeting were approved as printed. M/S/P Dan/Tim Treasurer's report was presented by Ronda. Approved as printed. M/S/P Lora/ Whendy Pastor's Reports approved M/ S/P Whendy/Ronda Old Business: 1. Personnel Committee Revisions Reviewed suggested changes and suggestions. Discussion followed, and would need to go before a congregational vote before any changes could be implemented 2. Time-line for Embrace God's Mission: Equip God's People was presented 3. Motion to provide $ for Pastor Ted's Continuing Education at Holden Village in July M/S/P Tim/ Lora New Business: 1. Service for Healing This was well received last year and Pastor Ted will work with the Health Ministry Team to schedule one again this year 2. Questions about Financial Records Retention: 7 years for most ordinary financial records, permanent for others; tabled until next meeting 3. Tai Ji Quan would like to continue classes, current class would have an advanced class and new class starting in September for 12 weeks. Classes would be back to back. Motion made to continue these classes M/S/P Whendy/Lora Mission Outreach: Rally Sunday Pork Producers grilling burgers, bakery donating buns, chips, lemonade, water, cookies; working with Parish Ed for activities bounce house/ games Esther s Kitchen went well served around 25, consider doing it again and encouraging members to volunteer Cradle Roll Meals Changing to Chamber bucks rather than meals Parish Education: Sunday School Schedule finalized Folders will be put together Subs list completed Staff lined up Rally Sunday planning Property and Management: Flag Pole update approximately $ to complete project to make changing the flag easier Courtyard progress updated waiting on curbing Stewardship: October Newsletter Stewardship insert Stewardship Services (4 Sundays) Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 Embrace God's Mission, Equip Gods People (Videos and inserts) series over 2 months; discussed how related to Stewardship Sundays Narrative budget follow up Women of Christ Lutheran: Election of 2018 Officers at August 2 nd Unit Meeting Sonshine in August 33 bags delivered on August 2 to out shut-ins and 13 greeting cards sent to others Women's SLM Sept 8 (4:00pm) 9 (4:30pm) Topic is the The Water of Life Fall Fundraiser November 18, 9:00-11:00am (there was no ice cream social in July) will be a holiday bake sale with ethnic specialties. Everyone is encouraged to share their talents!!!! Motion made requesting $ Thrivent dollars to assist with ingredients M/S/P Tim/ Nancy Christmas In Christ Chapel at Gustavus Adolphous on December 2 nd, - $50.00 a ticket includes transportation concert and buffet. Leave CLC at 10:30am. Motion made to request 7

5 8 Thrivent dollars to help offset bus cost tabled until cost of bus was known Worship and Evangelism: September 6 th at 7:30pm is Confirmation Worship services training for grades Training for Acolytes, video and powerpoint Youth: Past youth trip discussed - June 26 th to Sioux Falls for service at Pueblo de Dios and Kids against Hunger with 14 youth and 3 adults attending, afterwards there was an activity at The Escape Room WWAM meals - $ from last year wrap up by May, served people each night, a cheat sheet is available for those willing to serve. Signup sheet will be posted September 6 th is Confirmation Orientation National Youth Gathering Houston TX June 27-July1 $ per youth Informational meetings: Sunday August 13th at 11:45, Wednesday August 30 th at 8:00pm, and Sunday September 17 at 11:45am Fund-raising ideas: Flamingos, Pizza Ranch Tip Night (only Mondays), Cold Stone Creamery (during boutique), Purchasing Shares Transportation Vans, Bus, Flights? Adult Chaperones Fellowship and Service: 3 Funerals - June 22 John Engbarth; June 26 Marie Muck; July 18 Amy Petersen Bible school groceries $311.86, ending balance of $ Donation of $50.00 coffee money to Grant Rohrer for sharing his pictures - He is donating it to the people of Haiti Next Meeting - September 13, 2017 Adjourned with the Lord s Prayer Respectfully Submitted, Whendy Gass Recording Secretary CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH Joint Council Meeting Minutes September 14, 2017 The meeting was called to order at 7:00pm by Christ Lutheran President Luke Schneider Members Present were: Faith Lutheran: Marvin Isder, Bill Neilson, Karen Frisk, Leroy Prahm, Jim Jens Christ Lutheran: Ronda Radke, Theresa Nysetvold, Whendy Gass, Mike Stelter, Luke Schneider, Nikki Cheskie, Nancy Sauder, Sarah Dahlgren, Sam Wynia, Tim Lange, Irene Moline Pastor Ted Kunze, Pastor Dawn Quame, Pastor Kathryn Skoglund Introductions were made. Devotions were led by Pastor Dawn, followed by prayer Pastor Kathryn Skoglund attended the meeting to discuss the transition process, and the steps involved. 1. First step will be to find an interim pastor (We are in process of this step) The Synod will provide 2-3 names, (if none seem to fit, more can be requested) A committee involving both churches will complete interviews The interim pastor is offered a contract (not a call), which can be renewed, or ended with 30 days notice from either the church or pastor. 2. Generally the interim comes in at the same salary and benefits of the pastor leaving; we must provide housing or an allowance 3. Once we have an interim a Transition team is formed and they will complete a self study to determine what kind of pastor we are looking for. 4. A Call committee is formed Detailed call process steps and information can be found at: Pastor's Reports given 9

6 10 Joint Business: 1. Pastors' Health Insurance enrollment deadline is fast approaching Enrollment is Oct 2-27 and the personnel committee must meet before then to make decisions about the insurance plans 2. Pastor Dawn s schedule: Theological Conference September (She will be here for Sunday morning services) Continuing Education - October 1-4 Vacation - October (Pulpit supply arranged for 10/14 Kerry Bose, 10/15 Richard Ricker) 3. Possible Christmas Service Schedule: Normal Services Sat night and Sunday morning; Christmas Eve Service Sunday night 4. Report on Faith Lutheran by Marvin Isder Meeting Adjourned 8:15pm Respectfully Submitted, Whendy Gass Recording Secretary CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH Council Meeting Minutes September 14, 2017 The meeting was called to order at 8:40pm, by President Luke Schneider Members Present were: Pastor Ted Kunze, Pastor Dawn Quame, Mike Stelter, Irene Moline, Ronda Radke, Tim Lange, Nancy Sauder, Sam Wynia, Sarah Dahlgren, Theresa Nysetvold, Nikki Cheskie, Whendy Gass Agenda approved as printed M/S/P Irene/Tim The minutes of the August 9, 2017 meeting were approved as printed. M/S/P Ronda/ Nancy Treasurer's report was presented by Ronda. Approved as printed. M/S/P Sarah/Tim Old Business: 1. Personnel Committee Revisions Tabled 2. Arlyn Stokesbary agreed to fill an open position on Personnel Committee. Still need 1 more member for the committee. New Business: 1. October Meeting schedule October 11, 7:00pm Committees, 8:00pm Executive Committee 2. Council visit from Shetek Lutheran Ministries We would like to have them attend the October meeting 3. Interview Team for interim pastor Luke Schneider, + 1 more (possibly Theresa Nysetvold) and also 2 from Faith Lutheran 4. Christmas Worship Schedule tabled to October meeting 5. Motion made to allow Pastor Ted and Marcia to stay in the parsonage until 10/15/2017; M/S/P Whendy/Ronda 6. Facilities use requests: Community Band for rehearsals and concert (on 12/3) approved; Wedding 6/2/2018 Schmidt/ Christensen - approved; Wedding 8/11/2018 Ryan/ Reinsma - approved Worship and Evangelism: Discussed Confirmation reception, ordering flowers, asking parents of freshman class to spearhead coffee reception before the worship service Committee led worship assistant training at confirmation orientation on 9/6/2017 Youth: Jr. Youth Gathering Nov in Willmar Pastor Dawn can't attend, looking for chaperones, cost is $65.00 per person Cold Stone Ice Cream fundraiser Cost $ profit of $ so far and there are approximately 60 containers left MN Sr. High Youth Gathering March of 2018 National Youth Gathering June 27-July 1 in Houston, TX Meeting September 13 discussed transportation, fund-raising ideas WWAM meals started September 13 sign-ups have been great so far Fellowship and Service: No Report Mission Outreach: Thank you to the Pork Producers, Slayton Bakery, Thrivent Action Team, and all who attended Rally Sunday Picnic - $ was raised for Hearts and Hands of Murray County, Cradle Roll Meals, and Parish Education 11

7 Financial Information LAMB Luncheon is postponed this year Laible's are not going to Bangladesh this year we are looking for a new global mission project in the future one possibility is YAGM (Young Adults in Global Mission) Murray County Christmas Project Brunch will be held November 5th Parish Education: No Report Property and Management: Parts for Flag pole will be ordered this week Washer at the Parsonage started leaking a new one was priced out (Demo model for $ with a 10 year warranty) discussion as to age of dryer and might it be more cost effective to purchase both at the same time with warranty Motion made to purchase a new washer / dryer for the parsonage M/S/P Whendy/ Sam Stewardship: No Meeting Women of Christ Lutheran: Farewell for Pastor Ted and Marcia 9/17/2017 Catered meal from the Grain Exchange The community has been invited Fall Workshop (conference) 9/16 at Shetek Lutheran Ministries 8:30-12:00 Dec 2 trip to Gustavus Adolphus for the Christmas in Christ Chapel concert: Bus cost is $ Motion made to use $ in Thrivent Choice dollars to offset the cost of the bus to Gustavus Adolphus for the Christmas in Christ Chapel concert M/S/P Dawn/Ronda Next Meeting - September October 11, 2017 Adjourned with the Lord s Prayer Respectfully Submitted, Whendy Gass Recording Secretary Septemb er August On this page you will find a brief overview of the month s offerings. It is our goal to provide you with actual, updated information about Christ Lutheran s financial status. Following our annual meeting, the congregation voted on the 2017 budget. The budgeted amount for general offerings breaks down to $21, each month to cover our anticipated ministry expenses. In addition we will need $1, each month to meet our Synod Mission Support goal. ~Ronda Radke, Treasurer & Dawn Mouw, Office Manager Here s a look at where we ended August: Beginning Balance: $ (2,524.28) Receipts: $ 17, Borrow: $ 4, Expenses: $ 21, Ending Balance: $ (2,630.35) Synod Benevolence Paid: $ 1, The gray bar shows our actual offerings through August. The black bar is our budgeted offering total. General Offerings: July - September, Radio Broadcast Ministry The next available dates are November 19 and 26. Checks ($65) can be made out to Christ Lutheran with Radio Broadcast in the memo or you can pay online by visiting our website. July $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000 July August September Actual $11, $15, $23, Budget $21, $21, $21,

8 Continuing Education Pastor Dawn will be attending a continuing education event in the Twin Cities October 1-4 and will be taking some vacation October with family. Pastoral care coverage and pulpit supply have been arranged while she is gone. Pastor Kerry Boese will preach and lead worship at Christ Lutheran October 14 at 5:15 pm and Pastor Richard Ricker from Worthington will be preaching and leading worship on October 15 at Faith and Christ Lutheran. In addition, Pastor Dave Hollis from Slayton Presbyterian Church is available for emergencies October 1-4 at and Pastor Kerry Boese will cover emergencies October and may be reached at Embrace God s Mission: Equip God s People Our Southwestern Minnesota Synod has been involved in this funding initiative for the past year, raising funds to help strengthen congregations and pastors in a variety of ways. The needs to be addressed fall into three main categories: Enhance Local and Global Mission Deepen Congregational Vitality Develop Servant Leaders We will be explaining more about these categories in the next two months, giving you an opportunity to make donations to this project as you are able. Already in our Synod about $1 million has been pledged or given, out of a goal of $2.5 million! This chart shows how an undesignated gift to the Embrace God s Mission: Equip God s People Funding Initiative would be divided among the different needs. 15

9 1 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship w/ Holy Comm 8 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship/Coffee 15 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship w/ Holy Comm/Coffee 22 Christ Lutheran s Calendar for October 2017 Pastor Dawn Continuing Ed 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship/Coffee 1:30 Confirmation Retreat (10th Grade) at SLM 29 Confirmation Sunday 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship/Coffee :00 Love Circle 9:00 WCLC Board 10:15 Golden Living 12:30 AARP Refresher Class :00 Quilting 9:00 Sunrise 10:15 Lindenwood 5:30 AARP Refresher Class :00 Quilting 4 10:00 Worship on Channels 3 & 67 5: Choir 6:00 Meal 6:40 Confirmation 7:00 Choir 11 9:30 Peace Circle 10:00 Worship on Channels 3 & 67 1:30 Faith Circle 5: Choir 6:00 Meal 6:40 Confirmation 7:00 Choir 7:00 Committees 8:00 Council 18 10:00 Worship on Channels 3 & 67 7:00 Choir 25 10:00 Worship on Channels 3 & 67 5: Choir 6:00 Meal 6:40 Confirmation 7:00 Choir 8:00 Confirmation Rehearsal 10th Grade 5 10:00 Exercise Group 5:15 Bible Study Leaders 12 10:00 Exercise Group 19 10:00 Exercise Group 26 10:00 Exercise Group 6 13 Pastor Dawn Vacation Worship Service is broadcast every Sunday 11:30 am on KJOE FM 7 9:00 AARP Driver Safety Class 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion 14 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion 21 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion 28 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion Pastor Dawn Quame Pastor s Home # Cell Phone # dawnquame@ gmail.com 16 17

10 Women of Christ Lutheran Church 18 Our Mission: To mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ. October Visitation: Faith Circle Bible Study Leaders Thursday, October 5 at 5:15 pm Peace Circle Wednesday, October 11 at 9:30 am Bible Study Leader: Karen Onken Hostess: Jan Kluis Faith Circle Wednesday, October 11 at 1:30 pm Love Circle Sunday, October 9 at 7:00 pm Bible Study Leader: Karen Tommeraasen Hostess: Kim Holm Quilting Monday, October 23 and Tuesday, October 24 at 1:00 pm Attention Women of Christ Lutheran: Our annual Thankoffering service will be on Sunday, November 12 th during worship. Please remember to bring your Thank Offerings that day. If you do not have a Thankoffering jar, Thankoffering envelopes are available in the back of the sanctuary. This is a time to be thankful for all our blessings and share with others from our bounty WCLC officers will be installed at this service also. Holiday Bake Sale with Ethnic Specialties will be on Saturday, November 18, 2017, 9:00-11:00 am. This FALL Fundraiser is hosted by Christ Lutheran Women, but both our women and men are invited to share their culinary and artistic talents. We are hoping you will be happy to make and bring your family favorites to sell at this FALL Fundraiser. Maybe your favorites are breads, cookies, candies, jams, jellies, fruit soups, pies, or maybe a specialty craft to sell on the arts and crafts table. All are welcome to share your talents. Women s Bible Study October Session 2: I believe in Jesus Christ In Scripture, Jesus is called the Messiah, the Son of God, a teacher, a healer, the pioneer of our faith, the rock of our salvation, Son of Man and other titles. In the Apostles Creed, Jesus life and ministry is briefly summed up. Jesus is described as God s only Son and our Lord one who was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born by the Virgin, who suffered under Pilate, who was crucified, died and was buried. The creed is a definition of the work of the Father, Son and Spirit, yet there is also fullness to being followers in the Way of Christ that is not described in the creed. How does the creed encompass faithful living in imitation of Christ? In other words, what does it mean to believe even more about Jesus and following Jesus than we say in the words of the creed? 19

11 Parish Nurse Ministry Prayer Concerns 20 The Road to Resilience Are you a resilient person, someone who has the ability to bounce back after something negative or difficult in your life? I m reading a book called WE by Anderson and Nadel and the chapter I m on is entitled Courage. I think that goes along with resilience. The book suggests that one thing we can do to become stronger and more resilient is to write an affirmation statement about ourselves something short, positive, in the present tense, and includes statements of fact about ourselves. Here are some examples. I exist. I am loved. I am resilient and strong. I am okay just the way I am. I am enough. Write your affirmation where you can see it easily and often. Repeat it when you start to feel stressed, or when things are not going well. Use it as a shield to protect yourself throughout the day. And remember in light and in darkness, we can trust in God s caring presence. Out of the Darkness Suicide Walk The 3rd Annual Currie Out of Darkness Suicide Walk is scheduled at the Currie End O Line Park on Saturday, Oct. 7 with registration starting at 9 and a short program at 10 AM with the walk following. There will also be a picnic lunch and silent auction. You can go online and check out more information. (Currie MN Out of Darkness Suicide Walk). It s for anyone whose life has been touched by suicide (that s all of us in one way or another) and to bring hope. Donations accepted to help suicide prevention programs. Ministerial Acts Baptisms~ Kayla Kay W September 17 Daughter of Jeremy & Kim W Thomas Raymond M September 17 Son of Kelyn M & Bradly D Ongoing Ministry Projects: Yarn & Yak Saturday, October 7 at 9:00 am Quilting October 23 & 24, 2017, 1:00 pm Vera Chmela, Bernice Crompton, Joan Dahlgren, Sheldon & Judy Dean, Lori DeGreeff, Robert Domina, Gladys Feste, Cody Finke, Kenley Finke, Elayne Finke, Allison Grieme, Orv Grieme, Les Hakeneis, Laurie Hardekopf, Scott Hegstad, Evelyn Herder, Darrell Hungerford, Iris Idler, Irene Johnson, Julia Johnson, Amie Rowden-Kidd, Samantha Kirchner, Lynn Knutson, Randy Koll, Alan Kramer, Tony Krant, Bob & Betty Like, Carl Lindberg, Elsie Lindberg, Judy Locke, Kristin Martin, Ashley McKenney, Monica Morgan, Duane Nelson, Kim Nesmoe, Avalon Paulson, Lynda Petersen, Floyd Schadt, Robert Sellman, Maxine Skouge, Opal Soderholm. Mary Ann Suedbeck, Charles Swan, Katie Ullrich, Dave VanMeveren, & Harold Yotter Continue to remember in prayer ~ Those dealing with cancer and other long-term illnesses. Members who are shut-in Service men and women Those who mourn the loss of loved ones 21

12 Thank you to the people of Christ Lutheran for the wonderful farewell reception that you hosted for us on Sunday, September 17th! The food was great--thank you to the women who planned the meal and served it! It was a special opportunity to say goodbye to many of you who have been so kind to Marcia and I during our eleven-plus years in Slayton. Thank you to Pastor Dawn for "MC'ing" the event, including tracking down some photos and interviews for a Power Point. She also worked with Dawn Mouw, Amy Nepp, Whendy Gass, and Mary Everson to prepare a scrapbook of memories from our time in Slayton. A special thank-you to the congregation for the generous $250 gift card, and to Luke Schneider for his kind words as Congregational President. We appreciated receiving the "Christ Lutheran" bowl from the Christ Lutheran Church Women, and Irene's greetings on their behalf. We were also blessed to receive "his and hers" prayer shawls from the Yarn & Yak group, a beautiful quilt from the Sewing Circle, and many cards and greetings. Finally, thank you to the Sunday School children (and staff) for the garden flags you surprised me with at Children's Sermon time! Your names and thumb prints will help me to think of you every time I go to my garden. Life Abundant: A Celebration of Christmas during the 500 th year of the Reformation Men and Women~ There is still time to sign up for the December 2 nd bus trip to Gustavus Adolphus for Christmas at Christ Chapel. Sign up by October 9 th to still receive the discount of $50 per person. This price includes the Scandinavian Smorgasbord at 1:00pm and the Concert at 3:30pm. Bus leaves CLC parking lot at 10:30am. Leave checks at church office, payable to WCLC with trip in memo. 22 It was my privilege to serve as one of your Pastors for this time. I have appreciated your friendship and support as we have served Christ (our Lord, and our congregation) together. I will be serving as Interim Pastor at First Lutheran in Saint Peter, MN helping them in their time of transition as they consider their ministry goals and what staffing might best help them reach those goals. I know that you will be well-served by Pastor Dawn Quame, and whatever Interim Pastor may come to take my place. Please support them with your prayers and with your active support of the mission of Christ Lutheran. In Christ's love, Pastor Ted Kunze Communion Services Rescheduled Holy Communion and Devotions will be offered on Tuesday, October 17 at Sunrise Apartments at 9:00 am and Lindenwood Assisted Living at 10:15 am. In addition, communion will be offered following weekly chapel at Slayton Rehabilitation and Health Care Center on Wednesday, October 25 at 2:00 pm. Pastor Ted & Marcia Kunze 1805B Gault St. St. Peter,

13 24 SW MN Synod Jr. High Youth Gathering Willmar Conference Center November 18-19, 2017 (times tbd) This year s theme is Rooted in Faith and it s based on Colossians 2:7, Rooted and built up in Christ, strengthened in the faith as you were taught and overflowing with thankfulness. Planned activities for this year include: gathering speaker, Jonathan Swenson; band, Bridge 33; nightlife featuring dancing, games, service projects, swimming and much more!! Fun during mass gatherings, worship, singing, spiritual growth, relationship building and hanging out! Confirmation October 29 The rite of Confirmation (Affirmation of Baptism) will be a very special part of our 10:15 AM worship service on Reformation Sunday October 29 th. 10 th Grade Reminders: Sunday, October 22, 1:30 pm pre-confirmation retreat at Shetek Lutheran Wednesday October 25, 8:00 pm rehearsal and photography Sunday, October 29, 9:30 am Muffins, coffee & juice reception 2018 ELCA Youth Gathering Houston Texas This Changes Everything! June 27 July 1, 2018 For youth currently in grades 8-12 Approximate total cost: $1200; $100 deposit is due with your registration by OCTOBER 1. If you are interested in attending, registration forms are available on the hallway bulletin board at Christ Lutheran or online at Fundraisers are already happening and there are more opportunities ahead to raise money for this trip. We are currently looking into transportation options and will make our decision soon. All registrations must be turned into the church office with a $100 deposit no later than October 1! You may find more information about the gathering at or WWAM Meals Needed We are in need of volunteers to coordinate meals for Wednesday night October 25, November 15 and 29. There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the Chapel Lounge. Not sure what to serve or how many to plan for? We have a list of what and how much was served last year in the office. Funds are available to pay for the meals just contact the office for more information. 25

14 Worship Assistants for October 2017 Acolytes Lector Greeters Sun, Oct 1 Atalie Rosenbrook Melanie Steinle Dave & Leann 10:15 AM Lauren Stoel Van Meveren Communion Usher Video Power Point Luke & Brittany Dave & Leann Van Meveren Linda Nelson Keigan Behnke Schneider John Swart, Scott Winter Sat, Oct 7 5:15 PM Kathy Behrends Sue Streff Mike & Deb Schreier Marv Nystevold Jan Cuperus Sun, Oct 8 Derek Kluis Linda Wing Cal & Kathy Wurpts 10:15 AM Travis & Randi Stoel Greg Moberg Jon Hoyme Steve Telkamp, Dee Behnke Sat, Oct 14 5:15 PM Carisa Clarke Carisa Clarke Dean & Sue Streff Rossow Family Barb Falk Sun, Oct 15 Dylan Doeden Greg Wasberg Clayton & Karen Torbert 10:15 AM Kraig & Jeanne James & Carolyn Gillette Arlyn Stokesbary Sara Mathiowetz Cochran Arnie Guild, Gerald Giesen Sat, Oct 21 5:15 PM Marlys Hegstad Nikki Platt Russ & Elonne Winter Brandon Winter Marlys Hegstad Sun, Oct 22 Riley Boese Karen Torbert Doug & Lynette Sieve 10:15 AM Luke & Brittany Schneider Leon Kruse Logan Steinle Doug & Lynette Sieve Sat, Oct 28 5:15 PM Brad Bergerson Tom & Clarice Gary & Char Busse Brenda Whitehead Kappes Sun, Oct 29 Morgan Winter Gayle Davidson Pam Schreier 10:15 AM Tootie Terry Arlyn & Sandy Stokesbary James Berglund Alyssa Groves Linda Wing, Greg Wasberg October Bread Bakers: Troy DeGreeff / Linda Rossow DVD to City Hall: Amy Nepp Thank you to everyone who is helping during worship services at Christ Lutheran Church this month. If you cannot fulfill your ministry responsibilities, please find your own substitute and let the office know of your replacement. Thank you!!! 26 27

15 1 Amylyn Thovson Ruth Petersen 2 Brian Gass LeRoy Julius Heather Petersen Joshua Walker Addison Sundahl Michael Reith 3 Ron Erickson Jerome Schreier Gracie Lentsch 4 Chad Johnson Laurel Nelson Carter Benda 7 Ruth Hoyme Walter Muecke, Jr. Heather Peters Elliot Plotz 8 Erin Moline Ashlyn Kirchner 9 Arlyn Stokesbary Jamie Danneman 10 Macy Christensen Burend Cuperus Jacob Erickson Richard Teig Joanna Nysetvold Green 11 Alyse Nelson Lincoln Rupp 12 MacKenzie DeLong Pam Hovdet Janet Opdahl Kayla Skindelien 13 Nancy Walter 14 Jerimy Muecke Aleshia Rossow 28 Noah Mathiowetz 14 Dawson Brown Brody Hoffmann 15 Tim Lang Caleb Rosenbrook Taylor Moline 16 Jase Bly Nathan Peters 17 Lilly Kleven 18 Connie Berglund Troy DeGreeff 19 Jeff Bose Matthew Prahm Arayah Rachuy 20 Julia Johnson Troy Winter Grace Moline 21 Jesse Hoffmann 22 Lance Larson 23 Angela Dahlgren Finn Schneider Brielle Bonnstetter 24 Morgan Winter 25 Savanna Boerboom Charles Nelson Brenner Zens 26 Aaron Kluis Linda Tobias 27 Nicholas Hanson Cheryl Krant 28 Lynette Sieve Nathan Wurpts 29 Jack Erickson 30 Nathaniel Kleven Ronda Radke Dan Van Dyke 31 Christina Walker 3 Steven & Nancy Walter (1992) 4 Scott & Heidi Winter (1997) Greg & Nancy Moberg (2008) 8 Steve & Ann Muecke (2011) 9 Kraig & Brenda Boese (1999) Eric & Jessica Sundahl (2010) 15 Terry & Natalie Schmidt (1977) 16 Melvin & Julia Johnson (1953) 17 Travis & Ashley Radke (2015) 20 Samuel & Jennifer Baumgartner (2007) Gary & Nancy Sauder (1973) Nathan & Kaley Wurpts (2012) 21 Dennis & Judy Lickness (1972) 28 Dale & Judy Lange (1961) Please contact the office if you notice a mistake or omission on the Birthday or Anniversary lists. Thanks for your help! Lord Jesus, You are my righteousness, I am your sin. You took on you what was mine; yet set on me what was yours. You became what you were not, that I might become what I was not. ~Martin Luther 29

16 October Keeley Island Dr Slayton, MN It s time to renew, or even begin, your subscription to Living Lutheran magazine for Many of you have chosen to receive this in your home. If you purchase your subscription through Christ Lutheran you are able to receive this for only $8.95 per year. Please send a check to the office with Living Lutheran in the memo. Shetek Lutheran Ministries Where Christ Renews and Empowers Join Us For Exercise Join us in an exercise group to help maintain mobility, balance and ambulation. The Health Ministry Team is sponsoring this light exercise program which meets each Thursday at 10:00 in the Fellowship Hall. For more information or questions, call Lorna Bader ( ) or Dorothy Almer ( ). Mark Your Calendar October th Confirmation Retreat October st Octoberfest 3 rd -6 th December 3 rd Lutefisk Supper December 28 th Winter Fun Day For more information go to Shetek.org or Call Help send Kids to camp Become a Pelican/Timber member today. For more information call or AARP Driver Safety Classes 4-Hour Refresher Courses Tuesday, October 3, 12:30 pm (class is full) Tuesday, October 10, 5:30 pm 8 Hour Course for 1st time participants Saturday, October 7, 9:00-12:00 and 12:45-3:45 pm Call Christ Lutheran Office ( ) to register 30 31

17 God s work. Our hands. CHRIST LUTHERAN CHUR CH 2959 QUEEN AVENUE SLAYTON MN Phone: Fax: slaytonchristlutheran@gmail.com RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Visit us on the web at... christinslayton.weebly.com Published 11 times a year Volume 2017, Issue #9 September 29, 2017 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION US Postage Paid Permit #4 Slayton MN