Mark your calendars Kick Off Sunday is September 9!

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1 THE REPORTER Mark your calendars Kick Off Sunday is September 9! On September 9, we will return to our normal Sunday schedule, worship will be at 8:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. with Sunday school starting at 9:20 a.m. This year s Sunday school theme is Camping Out In God s Word. To help us do this we are using a new curriculum called Whirl Lectionary where every lesson will coincide with the scripture readings in worship. Our Sunday school children will hear the same message in church, through the Children s Message and Sermon, and together in class. T-shirts with the theme will be given to students and teachers on September 9, the first day of Sunday school. Students and teachers will begin every Sunday morning at 9:20 in the sanctuary with large group time. Each week we will open Sunday school with fun music, a video, and an introduction to the day s lesson. We are also adding a few new things this year including children s bulletins, and G.I.F.T. Sundays. Growing In Faith Together Sundays will happen about once a month for EVERYONE of ALL ages to participate from 9:20-10:20 am. There will be NO Sunday school classes on GIFT Sundays. Instead students, parents, and all ages are invited to learn more about that day s scripture lessons and Grow In Faith Together. Our first G.I.F.T. Sunday will be October 14th. This school year, confirmation will look a little different from how it was last year. We will be going to back to a large and small group format. We will all meet together for a meal around 5:40 p.m. then gather together in the Family Life Center for large group time (both 7th & 8th grade students) at 6:00 p.m. then break out into small group time lead by adult leaders. This format will help cultivate relationships between students and adults as well as give us more time together for both fun and learning! We will also be adding in some fun fellowship and retreat options on selected weekends. Continued on next page

2 Continued from front ifaith, a high energy ministry for 4-6th grade students, will be happening more often this year! It will generally meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month starting September 19th from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center at West Nidaros. Baltic and Tri Valley buses can drop students off at church! We ll have fun games, yummy snacks, and a short bible lesson! As of mid-august, each Sunday school class has two teachers for grades preschool through 6th grade! Even though we have all of our lead teachers, we would like to invite YOU to be part of our Sunday school. You wouldn t have to prepare anything, teach anything, or know all the right answers just come and be part of one of the classes. Sit in on your child s, grandchild s, or neighbor s class and see what it s about or help out in other ways. Please talk to Jessi about how you can be involved and get to know our amazing students! It s going to be a faith-filled school year at West Nidaros! 150th Nidaros Worship Worship in the Park w/benton Lutheran North Wall Work Grace and peace to you from God the Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. This summer has been a busy one that I will not soon forget. I cannot thank enough the people who were involved in and helped put together the 150th Nidaros Worship service and all that went along with it. What a great way to celebrate our history, by coming together as a Nidaros community to hear God s promise anew. To follow up the 150th anniversary service with a joint worship service in the park with Benton Lutheran was awesome. In addition, this summer we introduced a new liturgy into worship with Now the Feast, after hearing the positive feedback we are planning to have it be a part of our worship rotation throughout the year. To top it all off, the capital projects are now underway, the north basement wall has been dug and sealed. We have a new system to move the water away from the building, and the siding and shingles are being replaced. It has been a productive summer at West Nidaros, one that we can put in the history books as we begin a new programming year. Blessings to you all. In Christ, Pr. Jared Rakness

3 Generosity & Missions July Operating Fund Cookie Jar Actual Monthly Income: $29, The September cookie jar offerings will be going Actual Monthly Expenses: $25, to Feeding South Dakota. Actual YTD Income: $171, Actual YTD Expenses: $180, Food Pantry Wish List Budget: $398,590 Hearty Soups, Spaghetti Sauce, Knorr Rice and Pasta Packs, Pudding Cups, Peanut Butter Prayer Chain Jelly, Instant Potatoes, Hamburger Helper, Canned For prayer chain requests, please call the church Beans, Beef Stew, Canned Chicken, Coffee, Juice, office at or at Ketchup, BBQ Sauce, Oil, Baking Needs chocolate To be on the prayer chips, cookie mixes, cake mixes, etc., Salad, chain, please contact the church office or Cindy Dressing, Mayonnaise, Miracle Whip, Spices, Ludens at Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Hygiene products shampoo (men products mostly), conditioner, body Simply Giving wash, toothpaste Sign up to give your offering online! Head to westnidaros.org and click on "DONATE," then 80+ September Birthday "GIVE NOW" and follow the directions Gail Carlson Especially during this summer, this is a convenient way to keep up with your pledge. Horizon Fund Grants Do you or your church committee or group have a financial need for ministries that are not covered by our annually adopted WN church budget? If so, put your ideas and plans together now and submit your application with a description of your project and your requested dollar amount. Applications will be accepted until October 3, 2018 and the awarded grants will be available by January 1, (See Application Form and request criteria on the Thank You's WN Website or pick up a copy in the Church Thanks to everyone who celebrated our 50th narthex or office). wedding anniversary with us on August 5. The cards and well wishes were greatly appreciated! The purpose of the Horizon Fund grant program is Marge and Ron Hegge to strengthen the WN mission of Sharing Christ s Love with All by providing funds to support The community outdoor service and blessing of Christian ministries beyond those that are already the backpacks at Sunset Park on August 19 was funded in our annual WN operating budget. well attended this year. Approximately 230 people attended. This event was jointly (Please submit applications to the Church office or sponsored by both Benton and West Nidaros a Foundation board member.) Churches. Coffee and donuts were served prior to the service and lunch following. All of the Loose offering was given to the SOS Project benefiting all the local schools. Thank you for all who came and worshiped together with us.

4 Generosity & Missions Operation Christmas Child lvin Chicas was among more than 100 children who prayed to receive Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior during an Operation Christmas Child shoebox distribution event in Honduras. Melvin and the other children then participated in The Greatest Journey, when they learned more about God and the Bible during the 12-lesson discipleship program. All the children were excited to receive their certificate and a New Testament during the Greatest Journey graduation ceremony, said Andy Castillo, a missionary in Honduras whose church handed out the shoeboxes. For many of them, this is the first Bible they have owned. Melvin, 13, read through the entire New Testament in the months that followed his graduation from The Greatest Journey. He began telling his friends and family about Jesus, and a number of his relatives have also prayed to receive Jesus as their Savior. Melvin, along with his mother and grandmother and other family members, now attend Andy s church on Sunday mornings. Melvin also attends Awana meetings and serves with the church s children s ministry. Melvin is now involved with the church s educational program and is a studious participant. The program provides education at a low cost for students in grades 7 and up who would otherwise likely not continue in school due to financial strains. I have been impressed to see Melvin s passion for serving Christ he was completely transformed by the power of the Gospel, Andy said. We praise God for what He continues to do in Melvin s life. He is continually proclaiming the Gospel to everyone he meets. You have an opportunity to Share Christ s Love With All this fall by helping to fill 10 shoeboxes with items to bless children in need. Reaching children who rarely receive gifts and do not know the gift of salvation & the love of Jesus is something we can do in our congregation. With a grant from our Endowment Committee to cover the expense of shipping we are asking for you to fill the boxes with hygeine items, school necessities and fun toys and games. A list of acceptable items will be available. Reaching our children in todays world with the love of Christ is one of the best ways to bring peace,tolerance and love into the world of tomorrow and eternity with God. The collection week is in November so we will have our boxes available to fill in October. Lists of acceptable items will be available. If you have any questions please call Cindy Johnson or any member of the Evangelism & Missions KMA. Thank you St. Dysmas Visit The Evangelism and Missions Committee invites our members to worship at St. Dysmas, our congregation in the SD Penitentiary, on Thursday, September 27, 2018, at 6 p.m. You remember our visit from Rev. Wayne Gallipo speaking about the gift of our fellowship. You will need to complete a short security clearance form by September 9 if you plan to attend. Forms are available on the church website or in the church office. "I was in prison and you came to me." Matthew 25:36

5 September Calendar 4 - Quilting 8 - Brunch 11 - Quilting 19 - Book Club 22 - Harvest Festival Supper 26 - Bible Study New Member Dates Looking for a church home or know someone who is considering joining West Nidaros? New Member Orientation will be Sunday, September 23 between services and members will recognized during worship on Sunday, September 30. Please let Jan Anderson or the office know if you know someone considering joining West Nidaros. Book Club The next book club will be Wednesday, September 19th at 7:00 pm in the church library. The novel we will discuss is A Man Called Ove which is a humorous, warm, witty book about a curmudgeon who has a heart of gold. You are missing out if you don t read this book! Everyone is welcome to join our discussion. Harvest Festival Supper West Nidaros Lutheran Church Saturday, September 22, :30 to 6:30 p.m Bake Sale,Crafts, & Farmer's Market begins at 4 p.m. Family Life Center Menu: Roast beef/mashed potatoes,gravy, corn, fruit salads, bars and Norwegian goodies Adults: $12 Youth ages 6 to 10: $5 Children 5 and under: Free Carryouts are available/handicapped accessible This is our major fundraiser of the year for missions and to send our youth to Bible Camp. Please volunteer to donate food, bake sale items, crafts, garden produce AND work with some amazing people and also eat with us!! You may use Sign Up Genius on your computer OR we will have lists at church the next 2 Sundays for you to volunteer/ask questions, etc. Thank You in advance for making this a successful event again this year. Watch for more information in the coming weeks! Save the DATE now!!

6 Children, Youth & Family Ministry September Quick Calendar 5 - Confirmation Small Group Leader training 9 - Rally Sunday, 3 y/o Milestone 12 - Confirmation Orientation, Houston Recap 16 - Sunday School, 3rd Grade Milestone 19 - ifaith, Confirmation, HS Ministry 23 - Sunday School, Summer 2019 Trip Meeting, Summer Trip Report 26 - Confirmation, HS Ministry 30 - Sunday School 3rd Grade Milestone On September 16, 3rd grade students will receive their Adventure Bible during 10:30 worship. Jessi will lead their Sunday school class downstairs that morning in the Heritage Dining room at 9:15 am. Small Group Leader Training There will be a training session for the adults who are going to Confirmation Small Group Leaders on Wednesday, September 5 at 6 p.m. in the youth room. 3 Year Old Milestone One Sunday each month, Jessi will lead Sunday school for 3 year olds AND their parents (or adult who can join them!). Our first class will be September 9 at 9:20 upstairs in the 3-year-old classroom. We will also have a blessing, prayer, and gift for our 3 year olds during the 10:30 service that same dat. Our next class will be October 21! Confirmation Orientation Confirmation students and parents are invited to come to orientation on Wednesday, September 12. 7th grade families will meet at 6 p.m. and 8th grade families at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Come learn about what confirmation will bring for your students this year! Houston Recap All students and adults who traveled to Houston this summer are invited to come together to remember the trip and get ready to share the experience on Sunday, September 23. We will meet on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:05 p.m. in the Youth Room. If you have any pictures you would like to share, please send them to Elise! ifaith ifaith is back for 4-6 grade students! One change that is happening is that we will be meeting on the 1st AND 3rd Wednesday of the month! That means more snacks, more games, and more fun! Our first meeting will be September 19 from 4-5 p.m. Baltic and Tri-Valley buses will drop students off. Summer 2019 High School Trip Meeting Are you ready for a real mountain top experience? Next summer, we will be heading to the Sangre de Cristo mountain range at Rainbow Trail Lutheran Bible Camp in Hillside, CO for a week of adventure. We will spend 4 days on the mountain and one day whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River. Dates are July 13-20, Come to a trip meeting on Sunday, September 23 at 9:20 a.m. in the youth room to learn more. Regular Wednesday Schedule (begins Sept 19) 4-5 p.m. ifaith (1st & 3rd Wednesdays) 5:40 p.m. Dinner 6-7 p.m. Confirmation (7 & 8 grade) 7:05 p.m. High School Ministry

7 KMA (Key Ministry Area) Reports Worship & Devotion Present: Katie LeBrun, Kristi Stelter Discussed and deliberated: Busy bags cleaned up, outdoor service w/benton not sure if The Call will sing Don Warton concert? Potential fundraiser? Endowment Present: Ron H, Vince H, Char J, Council Rep: Chris L Absent: Kelly M, Tony L Discussed and deliberated: Reviewed financials Next KMA night is September 5 at 7 p.m. Properties Present: Tim Tiahrt, Mike Bemboom, Jason Carls Absent: Chad M, Jerry P, Trot T, Dale O, Brad H Discussed and deliberated: talked about keyless entry, hung foaming soap in bathrooms. Membership Present: Margaret Tidemann, Betty Anderson Discussed and deliberated: new member information meeting Sept 23rd New member Sunday September 30 No reports received from Administration, Christian Ed, Evangelism, or Local Ministries.

8 West Nidaros Church Council Minutes West Nidaros Church Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, August 1, 2018 Meeting Called to Order: Jeff Oyen at 5:37 pm Devotions: Lynette Kautz via Jeff Oyen Members Present: Pastor Jared, Jeff Oyen, Gail Carlson, Mike Bemboom, Tim Tiahrt, Terry Leraas, Marv Weiman, Mindy Rezac, Jim Zeisler Members Absent: Mike Harstad, Theresa Lien, Alissa Nelson, Chris Langloss, Dale Olthoff, Visitors: Elise Hasche Agenda: M/S: Tim Tiahrt/Jim Zeisler to approve agenda. Treasurer's Report: M/S: Marv Weiman /Terry Leraas to approve Treasurer s Report. Financial Secretary's Report: 150th Nidaros Celebration booklets WN to cover printing. Sponsorship from Rosenbauer and Minnehaha Funeral Home. Secretary's Report: Amendment: fix name Mike McAreavey to Matt McAreavey M/S: Gail Carlson / Mindy Rezac to approve Secretary s Report. Committee Review: Worship & Devotion: Tried out Now the Feast and Celebration this summer. Good reviews. Looking to include it during worship during the school year. Unfinished Business: - Bylaws & Constitutions Still in process. Pastor Jared and Sheryl have been working on the church organizational chart. Moving from KMAs to Ministry teams. Looking at doing a Coffee, Cookies, & Constitution time on September 16 between services. - Long Term Projects/Capital Projects: New Business: - Coffee Steward looking for folks who would be interested in helping make/clean up coffee on Sunday mornings. Bob Carlson is willing to train how to make coffee Review of Pastor s Report: Stian doing well after surgery! Working on 150th Celebration Booklet & bulletin. Worship in the Park with Benton Lutheran coming up on August 19. Marilyn Swanson funeral in July. Fall Planning on the works. Review of Faith & Formation Report: Review of Youth and Family Ministry Report: Review of Music & Worship Report: Review of KMA Reports: - Evangelism & Mission St Dysmas visit in September Other Reports: For Your Information: -LSS Distinguished Congregational Partner of the Year luncheon at CJ Calloway s on Friday, August Crossroads Conference on August 19 from 12:30-4p.m. at Peace Lutheran in Humboldt, SD Thank You's: -Jason for taking care of getting bids for rekeying and video surveillance. -Sheryl Engler for all the work she is doing on the Constitution & Bylaws - Horse Creek volunteers - Bob Carlson so making coffee every Sunday and for other events Next Council meeting: Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 11:45 a.m. Next KMA meetings: Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. - KMA Membership: Please continue to recruit people to be on committees. - Rekeying will have a key fob for two doors in the church instead of keys. M/S: Mike Bemboom/Gail Carlson to use Safe N Secure to do project - Video Surveillance upgrade old one died in July, upgrading cameras & system. M/S: Mindy Rezac/Jim Zeisler to use Safe N Secure to do project - Director of Health Ministry position has been offered and accepted by Jill Rye. M/S: Jim Zeisler/Mindy Rezac to approve Meeting adjourned at 7:01 pm Respectfully submitted, Elise Hasche

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10 Connect with us! Website: westnidaros.org Worship: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (Sept. 2 only) Sundays at 8:15 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. (starting Sept. 9) Sunday School at 9:20 a.m. (starting Sept. 9) Office Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fridays: 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. WEST NIDAROS STAFF PASTOR JARED RAKNESS (605) JARED@WESTNIDAROS.ORG DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION JESSI RAKNESS (605) JESSIRAKNESS@GMAIL.COM DIRECTOR OF YOUTH & FAMILY MINISTRY/OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR ELISE HASCHE (507) ELISE@WESTNIDAROS.ORG DIRECTOR OF MUSIC KRISTI STELTER (605) KRISTI@WESTNIDAROS.ORG CUSTODIAN CHRIS LANGLOSS (605) CHRIS@WESTNIDAROS.ORG CHURCH OFFICE (605) OFFICE@WESTNIDAROS.ORG st Ave Crooks, SD 57020