THE BEACON. Summer Worship Schedule

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1 THE BEACON June/July 2015 Christ Lutheran Church Sunday Divine Worship 9:00 a.m. 320 N 28 th St. E. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Superior, WI Wednesday Divine Service 6:30 p.m christluthrean- superior.org Wednesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Summer Worship Schedule Sundays Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. Divine Service 6:30 p.m. Divine Service 10:00 a.m. Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Bible Study These brief months find us enjoying summer to the max! But remember that Christians do not take a vacation from God (what if He took a vacation from us?). Worship faithfully this summer and find true "re-creation" for body, mind and soul. If you are out of town on both Sunday and Wednesday, and cannot worship with us, go to or call the church office for times and locations of Lutheran Church Missouri Synod church services in the town where you will be vacationing. Work day at Grand Marais Life in Christ in Grand Marais is looking for help with some projects in and around the church. They are having a work weekend June There is space for RV s, campers and tents to stay overnight. There are jobs for every skill level, mowing, brush cutting, tree planting, landscaping and a couple of buildings to raze or salvage, exterior scraping, priming and painting, repairs. They are asking people to bring their own tools to work in the area you desire i.e. rakes, shovels, weed eaters, brush cutters for yard work. Painting equipment, scrapers, carpenters tools. If you would like to spend some time to help a fellow congregation and enjoy the beauty of Grand Marais please sign up on the office door. A couple of other churches in our district are putting crews together on the June dates. Together in Mission On Sunday July 19 th there will be a special guest preacher. Rev. Dr. Daniel Jastram will preach during the 9 a.m. service and give a special presentation on his and his wife s missionary work in Asia at 10:15 a.m. Please join us for what is to be an interesting morning and learn how you can support their mission work for the LCMS through the Together in Mission partnership. Pray for Rev. Dr. Daniel & Dr. Joan Jastram Rev. Dr. Daniel and Dr. Joan Jastram serve the Lord as career missionaries through The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS) in northern Asia, based in 1 Tokyo, Japan. In this role, Daniel helps develop and implement a strategic mission plan for this area. He coordinates theological education opportunities and also supervises and evaluates theological educators throughout northern Asia. When needed, Daniel teaches courses at Japan Lutheran Theological Seminary, Tokyo. Daniel was born in Shibata, Japan, and raised overseas in an LCMS missionary family. His childhood congregation was Shibata Lutheran Church, Japan. He received a bachelor s degree from the University of South Dakota, Vermillion, and both a master s degree and a doctorate from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. He received his Master of Divinity from Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind. Before serving in Asia, he was a professor of theology at Concordia University, St. Paul, St. Paul, Minn., and Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon. He also served as sole pastor of Messiah Lutheran Church, Forest Lake, Minn. In his free time, Daniel enjoys reading, hiking and bookbinding. Joan was born in Mitchell, S.D., where her childhood congregation was Zion Lutheran Church. She received both a bachelor s and a master s degree from the University of South Dakota, Vermillion. She received her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Twin Cities, Minn. Before her missionary service in Asia, Joan worked as a clinical psychologist and plans to continue in this capacity. Joan enjoys reading, hiking and cooking in her free time. Please pray for Daniel and Joan as they serve in northern Asia. Pray for them as they transition to life in Asia, re-adapting their family s culture and way of life to these new surroundings. Ask God to give them renewed zeal to go out and proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ to the individuals they encounter where they work and live. Please pray the hearts and ears of the people of Japan and northern Asia are prepared to hear and confess this Good News and the life that it brings. Ask God to continue to give strength and guidance to the missionaries currently serving in this area. Let us give thanks to God for the Jastrams who serve His children in this part of the world! BIRTHDAYS: Daniel Nov. 26, Joan March 4 ANNIVERSARY: Aug. 20 HOME DISTRICT: Minnesota South

2 Summer Sunday Temptations! Early one gorgeous summer Sunday morning a local pastor decided to skip church. He called in sick to the head deacon and went fishing, pulling in a stringer of 6-8 pound walleyes in less than an hour! Never before had he enjoyed such success. Since the day was still young, he next went golfing and had an excellent round, the best ever! The pastor scored a couple of birdies, several pars and on the final par 3, experienced the thrill of a lifetime by hitting a hole- in- one. Now in heaven above Peter and Jesus were watching this pastor s day with great interest. Peter was obviously upset. Lord, this miserable excuse of a pastor is skipping out on church. Instead of smiting him, You have blessed him with a limit of walleyes and a hole- in- one! Jesus replied, But Peter, who is he going to tell? Yes, even pastors are tempted by gorgeous summer days. If Sunday morning finds you on the lake or the links, then remember your Lord s call to be faithful. Year round you have the opportunity to receive His Service not only on Sunday, but also on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Weekly worship is not just a suggestion it is God s command: Remember the Sabbath day be keeping it holy. And the New Testament also exhorts us: Do not give up meeting together [in worship] as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another and all the more as you see the Day approaching (Hebrews 10:25). Yes God created this beautiful world and by all means enjoy it. But as beautiful as it is, even creation needed a Redeemer to release it from bondage to sin. I love the outdoors, but no squirrel has ever prayed for me and no sunset has ever offered me the forgiveness of my sins. I ve never sent a missionary or trained a pastor by paying for a round of golf. Only in the Divine Service does God offer us the gift of redemption as He speaks His Word into our ears and spreads the banquet table of Holy Communion to satisfy our deepest hunger. Why worship this summer? Because We are a part of that beautiful creation that Christ redeemed from sin with His precious blood; We need to feed and nurture our spiritual life; We belong to Christ s Body, the Church, from which we draw encouragement and strength; and As we worship and work together, the Lord can multiply our gifts and magnify our impact on His kingdom work. Finally, it is important that we faithfully support the Lord s work with our financial offerings during the summer months on a regular and consistent basis. God s gifts and blessings do not stop during the summer and neither should we stop returning thanks to Him. I love summer the opportunity to bike, barbecue, fish, golf, and best of all, to be served by our Lord in His House! See you there! Pastor David Schoessow 2

3 Church Council Minutes May 5, 2015 Members Present: Pastor Schoessow, Len Campbell, Don Hauser, Adam Bennis, Liz Hannula, and Sharyn Vengrin Absent: Ed Sielaff, Bob Raaflaub Call to order: Len Campbell Opening Prayer: Len Campbell Call for additional agenda items: None Approval of Minutes: John made the motion to accept the April 9, 2015 minutes and Adam Seconded. All in favor. Motion Carried. Pastor s Report: Official Acts: Holy Baptism Leland Kae Dzelak April Looking Ahead: Ascension Eve Festival Service Wed., May 13 at 6:30 p.m. Examinations of catechumens prior to May 24 Pentecost and Confirmation and Summer Schedule on May 24 Ruby s Pantry May 28 Confirmation Examinations of catechumens (service Pentecost Day May 24) Summer Service schedule (Memorial Day weekend) Holy Trinity and dedication of floor candelabra May 31 Rev. Dr. Daniel Jastram, Missionary to Asia, July 19 Mission Sunday and consider sponsorship. A. This will be brought to the voter s meeting. Mission U School of Witnessing Presentation late September A. Bringing to the congregation how to share the Gospel. Treasurer s Report: Ending Checkbook Balance: $32, Adam moved we accept the report as presented. Liz seconded. All in favor. Motion passed. BOARD AND COMMITTEE REPORTS: Board of Trustees: Installed a vertical grab bar in the handicap stall of the Ladies restroom. Adam Bennis repaired storm damage on roof and fascia. Dick Lull replaced corner post in the fence in the memorial garden. ESC Systems and Don Hauser are to meet May 5, 2015 at 3:30 regarding the sound system. Phoned Jon Brew of Century Insurance Co. regarding cracks in the parking lot. Not a serious problem. See the attached quotations regarding flooring in the Sunday school hallway. a. John will have two bids ready to present to the September Voter s Meeting A quotation regarding new front doors was presented. a. Don made the motion to do both sets of doors not to exceed $18, It was seconded by Adam. Motion Carried. All in favor. This will be presented at the Voter s Meeting. Repaired the leaking urinal flush valve in the men s rest room. Board of Deacons: No Report Board of Stewardship: A cookbook was discussed. A new Directory was also discussed No National Night Out planned. Board of Education: No Report Memorial Committee: No Change Endowment Committee: No Expenses Memorial Garden: No Change Old Business: Vision Path Update: Planning committee met. Plans to add additional people to original committee. Goals will be set! Officer/Board Members Nominees: A list of nominees was presented. Endowment Funds Maintenance Recommendation: Committee has not met yet. New Business: Building Maintenance-Improvements Memorial Committee Appointments a. Marilyn Pingle b. Lorraine Kramer Requests to use Fellowship Hall: May Voter s Assembly-May 10 th Next Council Meeting: 5:30 p.m., Monday, June 15, 2015 Adjournment-Lord s Prayer-Lord s Prayer Voter s Meeting Minutes May 10, 2015 Call to Order: Len Campbell Opening Prayer-Len Campbell Call for additional agenda items-none Review of Constitution relating to Voter s Membership Minutes from February 22, 2015 Voter s Assembly. Motion was made by Jim Lemmerman and seconded by Peg Campbell that we accept the minutes as written. All in favor. Motion Carried. Treasurer s Report: Bank Balance: $32, Motion was made by Ed Sielaff and Seconded by Jim Lemmerman that we accept the treasurer s report as presented. All in favor. Motion Carried. Board and Committee Reports These reports are published in the monthly newsletter Old Business: a. Synod nominations for 2016 LCMS Convention. 1. Secretary of the Synod (ordained ministers; one lay person) 2. Board of Directors LCMS (two ordained ministers; one lay person) 3. Commission Theology and Church relations (one parish pastor; one parish teacher; one lay person 3

4 4. Concordia Publishing House Board of Directors (one ordained minister; one commissioned minister; three lay people) 5. LCEF Board of Directors (one ordained or commissioned minister; two lay people) 6. Concordia University System Board of Directors (one ordained minister; one commissioned minister, two lay people) 7. Seminary Board of Regents (one ordained minister; one commissioned minister; two lay people) 8. College/University Boards of Regents (one ordained minister; two lay people) Seeing there were no nominations received for any of the above positions, nor voiced from the floor, Len asked for nominations to be closed. There was a motion and seconded from the floor. All in favor New Business: a. Consider Sponsorship of Rev, Dr. Daniel Jastram, Missionary Adam made the motion that we contact Dr. Daniel Jastram to come to Christ Lutheran to speak July 19th regarding our sponsoring him as a missionary to Japan and to pay his expenses from the General Fund not to exceed $ Motion was approved. Pastor will contact him. b. Consider Purchase of Both Sets of Front Entry Doors. Motion was made by Jim Lemmerman and Seconded by Adam Bennis that we go ahead with the replacement of both sets of doors. This shall not exceed $18, This shall come out of the Building Fund. c. Consider Sound System Update: Don presented what was needed for the sound system. Motion was made by Sharyn Vengrin and seconded by Jim Lemmerman that we authorize the repair of the sound system not to exceed $ Motion approved. d. Summer Council Meeting Dates: June: Monday, June 15, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. July: No Meeting August: Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 5:30 e. Member Transfers and Releases 1. Transfers Out: None 2. Transfers in: Dewey Anderson from Christ Lutheran Church in Lampson Voting in Officers and Board Members Officer Nominations: President-Len Campbell Vice President-Adam Bennis Secretary-Sharyn Vengrin Treasurer-Donald Hauser Board of Deacons Kay Anderson Vacant 4 Vacant Board of Stewardship & Evangelism Jean Becken Peder Becken Kirk Shield Board of education Elisabeth Hannula Marcy Bennis Joye Bedard Board of Trustees John Robinson Roland Anderson Vacant John made the motion and it was seconded by Peg Campbell that we accept the nominations as presented. All in favor. Motion Carried Adjournment: Lord s Prayer Respectfully Submitted by: Sharyn Vengrin Stewardship We give Thee but Thine own, Whate er the gift may be; All that we have is Thine alone, A trust, O Lord, from Thee. May we Thy bounties thus As stewards true receive And gladly, as Thou blessest us, To Thee our first-fruits give! (LSB 781:1 2). In many congregations these stanzas are sung every Sunday when the offerings of God s faithful people are received. It s a sung reminder of who God is and who we are in relation to Him, of what God does for us and gives to us, and how we respond to His generosity. We are stewards of God s varied grace to us. As stewards we acknowledge that God owns all things and that everything in heaven and on earth belongs to Him (1 Chron 29:14; Ps 24:1; Ps 100:3; 1 Cor 4:7; 1 Cor 6:19). Even we ourselves all that we are and all that we have are His. We are His because He created us, preserves us, redeemed us, and sanctifies us. As the stewards of what He has done for us and given to us, we give of our first fruits to Him and His Church. And the Lord receives them and presses them into a use all His own. He sanctifies it. He hallows it. He uses it to ensure that the Word of God is still preached among us. He uses it to ensure that there is water for Baptism, bread and wine for His Holy Supper. He uses what He gives to you and what you give back to Him for your good. Everything that happens in the church is purchased with the giving of the saints from what God has provided them. Holy giving from holy people pressed into holy service. But there s more. For our giving does not just make the liturgical life of the church possible. It s not just the necessary means by which the vessels and sacramental

5 elements, the hymn books and pastors are made available. The giving of God s stewards is part of the liturgy itself, part of the Divine Service. It is one of our responses within the liturgy where we, not just with words spoken or sung, but with deeds declare, live out and live in, the excellencies of Him who called us out of darkness into His marvelous light (1 Pet 2:9). Our offerings are part of God s sanctifying work that He has us do in the Divine Service for the life of the world. That s what makes our stewardship so precious and significant. God hallows what we give and employs it to sanctify us and others. And that is why we sing: And gladly, as Thou blessest us, To Thee our first-fruits give! Tuesday Community Outreach Visits Members of the congregation are invited to join Pastor in making neighborly visits in our community on Tuesday afternoons from 4:00 5:30 p.m. (During the summer we will not go every Tuesday. Watch the church calendar). Going in teams of two, we will welcome individuals who are new in the community, those who have worshipped with us, or have in some way expressed an interest in Christ and His church. If you know of someone to contact, please inform pastor or the church office. Or if you would like to help but cannot do so on Tuesdays, contact pastor to set up another time. Please contact pastor or the church office at least one day before if you plan to participate. Barnes Camping The Bennis family is once again inviting everyone out to their cabin in Barnes for a weekend of camping on July Come hang out at the lake, go swimming, canoeing, fishing or whatever. It is a great time. If you are interested or for directions please contact Marcy Bennis at Congratulations Congratulations to our Confirmation class and graduates. Best wishes to you all. Confirmation: Lydia Bennis, Gabe Kroeplin, Sam Kroeplin, and Lora Randa. High School Graduates: Morgan Amundson, SHS College Graduates: Kayla Bedard - Nursing, College of St. Scholastica Laura Schoessow - Physical Therapy, College of St. Scholastica Kiera Hannula - German Studies, University of Minnesota -Duluth April Johnson - Kinesiology, University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire Anastacia Kirchoff- Spanish, University of Wisconsin, Superior Helena Frost - Business Marketing/Psychology If you are going away to college or not living at home, please let the church know so we can have current information and stay in touch. If you graduated this year 5 from either High School or College, and your name is not listed please contact the office so we may include you. LCMS U In college? Applying to college? Know someone In college? LCMS U is the: campus ministry Initiative of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod through the Office of National Mission. It is the place to connect and support our students, congregations and campus ministries, so that we can boldly bear witness to Christ on our nation's college campuses. The challenges to Christians on campus are well known. On practically every college campus there are challenges to the biblical worldview, doctrine, ethics arid practices. Thus, the chief purpose of LCMS U is to encourage, support and aid students, faculty and staff in their response to these challenges to the truth of God's Word. Please pray for ail who are engaged in campus ministry throughout the Synod: O God, source of all abiding knowledge and truth, who through Your Word and Spirit both enlightens the minds and sanctifies the lives of the faithful; we implore You to look with favor on the campus ministries of Your church, and grant that they may faithfully proclaim Your Gospel on the campuses of our nation; that Your Word may shine both upon the minds and hearts of students everywhere and that these may be drawn by Your grace and calling to salvation through Christ Jesus our Lord, who Iives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever, Amen. Learn more about LCMS U at: lcms.org/lcmsu/registration-faq#q1 Did you know? The LCMS U logo with its green collegiate U and blue pennant with cross are references to our Witness, Mercy, and Life Together on campus, Thank You to Our Sunday School Teachers Another year of Sunday school has flown by and the Board of Christian Education would like to thank all of our hard working Sunday school teachers who work hard teaching our children the Word of God, and bringing the love of Jesus to them. So when you are dropping your kids off be sure to thank them for their devotion to your children. Our Devoted teachers are: Pre K - Kindergarten - Marilyn Pingle 1 st & 2 nd Grade - Shannon Allen & Sue Isackson 3 rd & 4 th grade - Wendy Schultz 5 th & 6 th - Shane Kroeplin Superintendent - Marcy Bennis Teen Bible Study - Susan Johnson Pastor Schoessow - Confirmation & Adult Bible Study Substitutes - Joye Bedard, Donna Manos, Kathie Allen

6 Shannon Allen for doing the Nursery Roll, which sends out cards and stuff to the kids who are not old enough for Sunday School. Also, Thank you to Pastor Schoessow for leading the kids in the opening each week and to, Susan Johnson & Marcy Bennis for doing the music each Sunday. Christ Serve Ranch Dedication Christ Serve Ranch is having their dedication weekend August 28-30, 2015, with the dedication ceremony on August 29. For more information go to: Many Dishes Need to Go Home Through various potlucks and such there is quite a gathering of containers, plates, travel mugs, sippy cups etc. that have been forgotten or left behind. Please check to see if something belongs to you the items are just inside the door to the fellowship hall. Any left here by July 1 will be adopted out or given to the Goodwill or Salvation Army. Request from Roni in the Office If you leave something in the office (lost & found items, donations, misc. stuff), please attach a note to it with what needs to be done with it, what it is for etc. If it is something you are donating to the church please leave your name with it so you can be contacted with questions. I always end up with counters covered with stuff I do not know what to do with and no one to contact to ask. Youth Upcoming Events All 7 th - 12 h grade youth are invited to attend any or all events! We study God's Word in a variety of ways - music videos with today's current Christian artists, creative Bible lessons, and issues that relate to the youth! Join us! Bring a friend! Camp Arrowhead Any Youth interested in attending Camp Arrowhead the summer the brochures are here and are located on tables in the narthex. Camp Arrowhead is a weeklong camp for youth in grades For more information please pick up a brochure. Sunday School Teachers for 2015/2016 The Board of Education is looking for new/additional Sunday School Teachers for the school year. We have added new faces and our Sunday School is growing. We would like to add at least a few more teachers to our staff. Curriculum is provided and we will support and train anyone who is willing to step forward and teach our youngest church members. If they have any questions, please contact Marcy Bennis. In the Library In honor of Father's Day, we have a new book by Francine Rivers. Sons of Encouragement"...five stories of men who changed eternity...aaron - the priest who stood in Moses' shadow but had the courage to cover his brother's fears. Caleb - the warrior whose words stirred men's hearts and brought God's people to the Promised Land. Jonathan - the prince whose humility led him to befriend the man who would be become king in his place. Amos - the prophet who heard when God called and spoke to a nation unwilling to listen. Silas - the scribe who surrendered his wealth to record God's Word, even as those around him were silenced. (Each story also includes a six part Bible study). For some fun reading, try I Never Knew That Was in the Bible the ultimate A - Z resource to common expressions such as the "blind leading the blind", "by the skin of my teeth" and many more! Explains the original meaning and occasion of these expressions in the Old and New Testament and gives the fascinating and often humorous stories behind hundreds of other words and praises. Greeting Cards Available in the Library The library is well stocked with new cards for birthday, anniversary, sympathy, "thinking of you", get well, thank you, Baptism...cards for every occasion. Cost is only 50 cents each. If you're looking for a card for your Guardian Angel, we have it! Summer musicians: Vocal and instrumental! As the choir disbands for the summer there are 30 opportunities (Sunday and Wednesdays) for you to share your musical gifts in honor and praise of our Lord Jesus. Don't be shy. Be bold to share your talents. Contact pastor. Christ's Men Men, Let's Do Lunch Christ's Men will meet on Tuesday, June 2 and July 7 at 12 noon at the Upper Deck Restaurant at the Bong airport. This is an opportunity to gain guidance and spiritual support from God's Word as well as an excellent opportunity for Christian friendship. Fly Your Flag Proudly on Sunday, June 14 th 6

7 Quilters Our quilters are finishing for the year. They made many quilts for Lutheran World Relief. They resume in September. Our quilters are: Sylvia Bloxham, Kay Anderson, Cheryl Harkabus, Nelda Jardine, Janet, Selma Ambrose & Gloria Meier. Thank you ladies! Defending the Faith, Teaching the Truth Issues, Etc. is a talk radio show hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken and produced by Lutheran Public Radio. Recent topics include: Same-Sex Marriage, Reformation Solas, Depression, Radical Islam, What Boys Need, Pro- Life Women and more. Listen to what you want when you want at Food for the Local Food Shelf The first Sunday of every month is when you need to bring in your donations of non-perishable food items for the local food shelf. You may put your items under the table in the narthex. This is given to those in need and then to the local food pantry. Do We Have Your Current Address? Are you receiving from Christ Lutheran? If not, you are missing important and timely information from your church. We will not flood your inbox or share your address (addresses are always hidden when sent from church). Please help us keep you informed! Send it to clcoffice320@gmail.com Looking for something? The LCMS staffs the "Church Information Center", which offers a great deal of help and resources on a variety of topics. To contact the CIC with your questions, you may write: infocenter@lcms.org or call toll free August Newsletter Submissions are due by July 15 The Newsletter is printed monthly Compliments of Downs-LeSage and June Birthdays 1 Janet Kroll 3 Lydia Bennis 5 Carly Larson Sarah Nestrud Keith Ritsche 6 CLC Robert Raaflaub Kory Telfer Richard Thoreson 8 Kathie Nikula 9 Randy Berndt Jay Thompson 11 Mercede Mullikin 12 Jeffrey Makela 13 Harlow Filteau 15 Tylar Brand Rebecca Johnson 17 Jeffery Johnson 16 Aiden Norden Weston Ormsby 18 Alice Dailey Lars Root Sara Kroeplin 19 Vicki Lull Eric Johnson 22 Karl Schroeder John McMillian 23 William Doane Brian Amundson 25 Jill Markee 26 Joseph Campbell Kirby Aho 27 Peder Becken Rebecca Harkabus Emeline Larson 28 Dennis Austin Ivy Bennis 29 Ramona Cornelison 30 Evelyn Reinkall July Birthdays 1 Gloria Jablonski 2 Russell Tollefson Kara Brown Jakob Kidd Gabriel Kroeplin 3 Hope Fudally Lois Geiger 5 Harla Lemmerman 7 Harris Balko 8 Craig Schneuer 9 Melanie Sternberg 10 Cheryl Magnusson 12 Sylvia Bloxham 14 Cheynne Pierre 15 Nick Lull 19 Shannon Allen 21 Dane Blomquist 23 Shannon Durand 24 Matthew Markee Kevin Ritsche 25 Joanne Pitt 26 Betty Berndt Robert Sorenson Danika McLaughlin 27 Scott Winans Hannah Kidd 29 Clarissa Thompson 30 Michael Kramer Leone Syring 31 Robert Westman 7