Christ Lutheran News. Pumpkin Prayer. October, 2016

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1 Christ Lutheran News October, 2016 Pumpkin Prayer Dear Jesus, As I carve my pumpkin, help me pray this prayer: Open my mind so I can learn about You; (Cut the top off the pumpkin) Know that the Lord is God. Psalm 100:3 Take all my sin and forgive the wrong that I do. (Clean out the inside.) If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us. 1 John 1:9 Open my eyes so Your love I will see; (Cut eyes shaped like hearts.) Open my eyes that I may see, wondrous things from your law. Psalm 119:18 I m sorry for times I ve turned up my nose at what You ve given to me. (Cut a nose in the shape of a cross.) Create in me a clean heart O God. Psalm 51:10 Open my ears so Your Word I will hear; (Cut ears shaped like the Bible.) Incline your ear and come to Me Isaiah 55:3 Open my mouth to tell others You re near. (Cut a mouth in the shape of a fish.) declare the works of the Lord. Psalm 119:18 Let Your light shine in all I say and do! Amen. (put a candle inside and light it.) (Jesus said) Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven Matthew 5:16 Ask God to fill you up so He can shine brightly through you. Share your faith with your friends and neighbors as you tell them about your special pumpkin! 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 May) 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 Theresa Nysetvold, President Luke Schneider, Vice President Whendy Gass, Secretary Luther Onken, 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 Ted Kunze Parsonage (home): cell phone: pastorkunze@gmail.com Pastor Dawn Quame Parsonage (home): cell phone: dawnquame@gmail.com Inside this issue: Pastor s Column 4 Council Minutes 6 Financial Information 9 WWAM 11 Bangladesh Fundraiser 13 Remember to check us out our Mobile Friendly Website: christinslayton.weebly.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. Address, Phone & Corrections Calendar 14 WCLC 16 Parish Nurse 17 Confirmation/Youth 18 Slayton Christ Lutheran Church 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. Ministerial Acts/Prayers 20 Worship Assistants 22 Birthdays/Anniversaries 24 Canews 27 2 Would you prefer to read your newsletter online or by ? Please us: slaytonchrist lutheran@gmail.com 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. 3

3 From Pastor Ted s Desk... You have heard of this hope (laid up for you in heaven) before in the word of the truth, the gospel that has come to you. Just as it is bearing and growing in the whole world, so it has been bearing fruit among yourselves from the first day you heard it and truly comprehended the grace of God. ~Colossians 1:4-6 as people face their own coming death, or as they mourn the death of their family members. You would see the comfort that a Christian funeral and that lunch time afterwards brings to those who mourn. You would see a group of faithful women who meet regularly to make discarded material into beautiful quilts to be given away some as a gift of love to our graduates, some to local people in need, and others to Lutheran World Relief to provide warmth, shelter, and privacy to people in a refugee camp. In his missionary journeys, the Apostle Paul had the privilege of seeing the larger picture of the growth of the Christian Church. He saw the Gospel bearing and growing in the whole world, and he told the Christians at Colossae that he could see it has been bearing fruit among yourselves Sunday morning worship is an important time for us as Christians as we gather as a community, hear God s Word, and share in the sacraments. That time, though, gives only a small glimpse of the work of the Church in our community and throughout the world, and you might wonder how important your offerings are, and for what they are used. I wish that you all could go with me and Pastor Dawn and see some of the ways that the Gospel is bearing fruit among yourselves. You would see over 70 children in our Sunday School, learning about the God who loves us and came to us through Jesus Christ. You would see the 41 students in Grades 7-9 studying the basics of the faith in a deeper way as they prepare for Confirmation. You would have seen the energy of 100+ students at Vacation Bible School this summer, and heard their voices as they belted out some newer songs of faith. You would hear the stories of faith from our shut-ins who care deeply about the Church, though they can rarely attend worship, and hear how they appreciate your prayers and visits. You would see the life-changing ministry of summer Bible Camp at Shetek Lutheran Ministries as children spend time outdoors with caring, Christian young adults thinking about their faith. And you might see couples preparing to be married, or seniors coming to be Road Scholars, or any of the other retreat offerings at the camp. You would see people serving faithfully on our various ministry Boards and Church Council to plan and implement the ministry of our congregation. And, if you went with us to Synod Assembly or other gatherings of the larger Church, you would hear about the partnership that we have with others in the Gospel. You d hear of the new congregation in Hutchinson, and the mission start in Montrose, MN. You d hear about the people preparing at Luther Seminary to be leaders of the Church in the future and some getting their first exposure to rural ministry at Shalom Hilll Farm. You d hear about our partnership with the Lutheran Church in South Africa, and plans to visit there next year. Yes, it can still be said that the Gospel is growing and bearing fruit throughout the world, and in our own community of faith. Thank you for your gift of time, the use of your talents, and your faithful offerings that help to make these things, and so many other ministries of the Church, possible. In Christ s love, Pastor Ted Kunze You would see the hope that Christ s victory over death brings 4 5

4 Council Minutes 6 CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH Executive Council Minutes September 14, 2016 The meeting was called to order at 8:05pm by President Theresa Nysetvold. Members present are: Theresa Nysetvold, Lila Anderson, Carolyn Gillette, Luke Schneider, Luther Onken, Jessica Doeden, Pastor Ted Kunze, Pastor Dawn Quame Cassidy Paulzine, Lora Hanson, Chris Hanson, and Carisa Clarke Devotions were led by Pastor Dawn (Romans 5:6) followed by prayer. Approval of Agenda with 1 addition to old business M/S/P Luther/Chris The minutes of the August Secretary s Report was approved as printed M/S/P Luther/Luke Financial report was presented by Luther. Approved as printed M/S/P Luther/Jessica Pastor s Reports approved with 1 addition M/S/P Carolyn/ Cassidy Old Business: KNOWN program- Pastor Dawn. This is not happening this year, it has been tweaked some. They will do some coaching instead for 6 mo versus 1 year Consolidation of youth funds: Flamingo, Luther League, After School Program, and Wooden crosses funds will roll to the General Youth category M/S/P Carisa/ Cassidy New Business MCC Football team request: MCC Football team will be serving at the Banquet in Sioux Falls. They need to raise $800 and were looking for donations from several entities. $100 will be donated from the Thrivent Choice funds. M/S/P Theresa/ Cassidy Courtyard Makeover: Pam Schreier spoke with Pastor Ted about a makeover for the Courtyard. Up to $500 will be made available for new materials, but plans need to be run past Chris Hanson (member of Property Management committee) He will also consult with Terry Larson. M/S/P Theresa/ Cassidy Board Reports Mission Outreach LAMB Luncheon- October 9, :30pm. Volunteers needed, asked if this could be a community event for the youth. 10 th grade has camp that day, the rest of the youth is split into groups. It would be up to the group leader if they would volunteer as a group. Sign-up sheet will be available Sept 24. Special committee meeting to be held Oct 2 Request from Operation Christmas Child received; will go with Murray County Christmas Project instead Nov 6 planning to have a special service to promote MC Christmas Project, hopefully with guest speaker Bonnie Friesen Parish Education Finalized plans for Rally Sunday, September 11 had 78 kids attend Finished Sunday School Schedule of memorization dates, teacher list, clean/ stock of rooms and prepared teacher binders Property and Management Stumps will be ground Ordering Ginko tree for corner Will call Jim Voges about carpet, he might be able to pull carpet up and re-glue Planning date to trim trees and do lawn maintenance Checking with Marv to see if Shetek Ministries would like extra pew otherwise we d auction/sell Courtyard clean-up was discussed by the committee, unaware that Pam had already asked. Chris will be in contact with her. Stewardship Reviewed book that the committee has been reading Embracing Stewardship Goal to set a framework for future years, starting in 2017 with a 4 week program The Celebrate Generosity Stewardship Would like to have a special part of upcoming service in November to promote 2017 plans. (Many things are going on, Lora will meet with Pastors to see if a Sunday is available) Research Direct Technology for giving/offerings ELCA website has narrative budget example Women of Christ Lutheran Thanks given to Circle members who provided snacks for Sunshine in August. It was well planned and completed Election of officers for year was held at unit meeting in August. Irene 7

5 Financial Information Moline will move up to President & Amy Nepp will fill the Vice President position. Betty Hughes will continue on as Secretary & Kathy Behrends as the Treasurer. Other Committee members will remain the same except Carolyn Gillette will replace Kathy Wurpts on Mission Growth. October unit meeting will be a Mystery Trip for all women to attend. More plans are being formulated. Announcement will come soon Fall workshop at SLM on Sept 17 for all upcoming ECLC officers. Youth WWAM Discussed meals, who is serving, etc.; Pastor Dawn will post sign-up sheets; Will look for volunteers Jr-High Gathering Nov 19-20; Youth funds will pay for lodging Fellowship and Service Thank you to all those that have served Sunday Morning Coffee Fellowship There were no funerals or special events served, financials about the same Worship and Evangelism Confirmation Sunday, October 30. Pastors were asked to remind Confirmands to be at church by 9:30 with family/friends. Sarah Dahlgren will lead Freshman parents in organizing of coffee hour before church. Committee will order flowers and have them at church. Members will also help with pinning. 5 th and 6 th Grade Acolyte Training, Sept 18 during Sunday School; Letter was sent to parents. Confirmation Class will be trained on Church Service Duties; Need to speak with Randi and Pastors to set up date soon. Next Meeting: Wednesday, October 12, This will be a joint council meeting with Faith Lutheran at Christ Lutheran, followed by a regular council meeting. Closed with Lord s Prayer Adjourned at 9:15pm Respectfully Submitted, Carisa Clarke Temp Secretary Sept Aug July 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 2016 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 for our Synod Mission Support. ~Luther Onken, Treasurer & Dawn Mouw, Office Manager Here s a look at where we ended August, 2016: Beginning Balance: $ (4,901.19) Receipts: $ 25, Expenses: $ 20, Repaid to Savings: $ 5, Borrow from Savings: $ 2, Ending Balance: $ (2,249.49) The gray bar shows our actual offerings through September 28. The black bar is our budgeted offering total. General Offerings: July - September, 2016 $5,000 $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $25,000 July Aug Sept Actual $17, $22, $16, Budget $21, $21, $21,

6 Mission Support Jesus said, Go and make disciples of all nations ~Matthew 28:16 Our Mission Support offerings go where we cannot travel. Our ELCA has 305 mission personnel serving in 45 countries! 120 new congregations are under development in the United States. Your gifts to Christ Lutheran designated Mission Support will help this work! Designated envelopes are available in the church narthex or use your own. Clean the Courtyard Pam Schreier has offered to lead a group of people to re-work our courtyard garden, making it more attractive, while being low-maintenance. This is a project that has been talked about for a long time! If you d be willing to help either with the planning, or with the actual physical work please call Pam at WWAM Wednesdays With A Mission It is our mission at Christ Lutheran Church to seek God s will, share God s love, and serve as Christ s people. In keeping with this mission, Wednesday evenings at Christ Lutheran will include opportunities for individuals and families to gather for a time of fellowship, service, worship and a meal. The schedule includes the following: 5:30 6:00 pm Youth Choir for Grades 3-6 directed by Theresa Nysetvold and Service Projects in the Fellowship Hall 6:00 6:40 pm A simple meal will be served for all ages. 6:40 7:00 pm Worship in Sanctuary this will be a brief time of worship for all ages. It will include music, prayer and scripture. Worship leaders including musicians, ushers and power point helpers are needed. 6:40 8:00 pm Confirmation for Grades 7-9 which will include a time of worship as it is described above. There will be four opportunities throughout the year for small group service projects and fellowship. All families are encouraged to make W.W.A.M. at Christ Lutheran a regular part of their Wednesday evenings. If you would like to help in any way with making this happen, please contact the church office or one of the pastors

7 WWAM Meals We are looking for volunteers to help with meals on Wednesday nights. There are various ways you can help. Each week we will need a meal coordinator (to decide on a menu, and see that the meal happens), people to help serve and clean up as well as several pans of bars for each night. There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board by the Chapel Lounge. You can contact Kari Mathiowetz or any of the Youth Committee if you have questions or would like more information. And remember, everyone is invited to the weekly meals. There is a freewill donation which will be used to help cover the cost of the meals. Benefit for Bangladesh School Christ Lutheran Church Sunday, October 9, 11:00 12:30 pm Brief Program at 11:45 Serving Soup selections, ham sandwiches, and dessert Your attendance and donation can help achieve the goal of access to education for children living in poverty in Bangladesh. Over 200 children are able to attend the Livingstone School in northwest Bangladesh as a result of your generosity. WWAM October Service Project Our WWAM congregational mission project for October will be making and sending cards and personal notes to young adults from our congregation including college students and those serving in the military. Please take time to write or create a simple card and/or note anytime on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 pm for those young adults for whom we have current addresses. Addresses Needed We want to keep in touch with our young adults. If you have someone in your family who is in college or serving on the military, please share their current address with the church office. We want to send them cards and other fun mail while they are away. 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

8 Class 6:40 Worship / Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Pastor Ted Kunze Pastor s Home # Cell Phone # pastorkunze@ gmail.com 2 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship w/ Holy Comm /Coffee 9 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship 11:00 LAMB Dinner 2:00 10th Gr Confimation SLM 16 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship w/ Holy Comm /Coffee 23 8:45 Faith 9:00 Adult Class & NO Sunday School 10:15 Worship / Coffee 30 Confirmation 8:45 Faith 9:00 Sunday School & Adult Class 10:15 Worship / Coffee Christ Lutheran s Calendar for October Pastor Dawn Quame Pastor s Home # Cell Phone # dawnquame@ gmail.com Pastor Ted s 7:00 Love Circle Pastor Ted s Pastor Ted s 1:00 Quilting 31 Pastor Ted s Pastor Ted s Worship Service is broadcast every Sunday 11:30 am on KJOE FM 4 9:00 Sunrise 10:15 Golden Living 11:30 Sack Lunch Bible Study 12:30 AARP 4 Hr Class 1:30 WCLC Board 11 10:15 Lindenwood 11:30 Sack Lunch Bible Study 5:30 AARP 4 Hr Class 18 11:30 Sack Lunch Bible Study 25 11:30 Sack Lunch Bible Study 1:00 Quilting 5 10:00 Worship on Channels 3 & 67 5: Choir; Service Projects 6:00 Meal 6:40 Worship/ Confirmation 7:00 Choir 12 9:30 Peace Circle 10:00 Worship on Channels 3 & 67 1:30 Faith Circle 5: Choir; Service Projects 6:00 Meal Confirmation (cont) 19 10:00 Worship on Channels 3 & :00 Worship on Channels 3 & 67 5: Choir; Service Projects 6:00 Meal 6:40 Worship/ Confirmation 7:00 Choir 6 5:15 Bible Study Leaders 13 8:30 WCLC Brookings Tour Wed (12) 7:00 Choir 7:00 Committees 7:30 Joint Council & CLC Council MEA Pastor Dawn s Pastor Dawn s Pastor Dawn s Pastor Dawn s 1 9:00 Yarn & Yak 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion 8 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion 15 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion 22 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion 29 5:15 Worship w/holy Communion 14 15

9 Women of Christ Lutheran Church Parish Nurse Ministry Our Mission: To mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ. October Visitation: Faith Make Your Illness Count I never like it when I am sick., but I suppose no one LIKES to be sick. We don t like how illness makes us feel, we don t like how it limits our energy or what we can accomplish. We all deal with it during our lifetime, some illnesses more serious and miserable than others, but we all get ill. Bible Study Leaders Thursday, October 6 at 5:15 pm Peace Circle Wednesday, October 12 at 9:30 am Bible Study Leader Laurel Nelson Hostess Lorna Bader Faith Circle Wednesday, October 12 at 1:30 pm Bible Study Leader Ruthie Nelson Hostess Alice Beattie Love Circle Monday, October 10 at 7:00 pm Bible Study Leader Marcia Kunze Hostess Carolyn Gillette Quilting Monday, October 24 and Tuesday, October 25 at 1:00 pm I have just read a book that says we should Make Your Illness Count written by Dr. Vernon Bittner, a Chaplain. It has made me look at illness a little differently. Dr. Bittner says that when you accept your illness, you accept that you are human and have limitations. Then you can move forward and move beyond the negative and anger and the fear that goes with illness to focusing on joy and service and love. Illness can help us realize we don t live forever on this earth and can help us grow in our relationship with God, the one who called us by name in Baptism. It can remind us that our value comes from being a child of God. We are valued just for being who we are, not in what we can accomplish. An illness can be an opportunity for growth. So think positively about your illness, it can bring you closer to your Lord and make your time here on earth more meaningful. II Corinthians 12:9: My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Handmade Greeting Cards are available in the Library for $1 each. Proceeds will go to WCLC

10 Confirmation October 30 The rite of Confirmation (Affirmation of Baptism) will be a very special part of our 10:15 AM worship service on Reformation Sunday October 30 th. We celebrate with these students as they prepare to publicly affirm their faith in Christ. Cole A Jaedon A Noah B Mitchell B Laney B Nathan E Zane G Madison H Alexandra K Anna M Jack P Elise R Lily S Macoy S Kolton W 10 th Grader Reminders: Sunday, October 9, 2:00 pm pre-confirmation retreat at Shetek Lutheran Sunday, October 16, after church decorate stoles Wednesday October 26, 7:30 pm rehearsal and photography Sr High Discipleship has begun at Patrick & Colleen Freeman s home, 2642 Maple Avenue. Our youth in grades are welcome to come, along with other youth in our area. Wednesday evenings will begin with supper at 6:30 for anyone interested, and Bible Study will begin at 7:00. Discipleship is intended for students who are done with confirmation and want to continue their faith. If you have any questions or concerns contact Patrick or Colleen. Junior High Youth Gathering November 19-20, 2016 in Willmar, MN This event is sponsored by the Lutheran Youth Organization of the Southwestern Minnesota Synod of the ELCA. It is open to youth in grades 7-9 and will include some great music, worship and time with new and old friends. The gathering happens at the Willmar Conference Center with lodging at the adjacent hotels. Cost is $60 plus spending money. Adult leaders and drivers are needed. Please contact Pastor Dawn if you want to help or have any questions. Registration forms are available in the church office and on our website. They should be completed in full and returned with payment by Monday, October 3rd

11 Ministry & Fellowship Opportunities Ministerial Acts Prayer Concerns Baptism~ MaKenna Lynn B September 24 Daughter of Danielle B Funeral~ Jim Klingbeil passed away August 10 Funeral held at Totzke Funeral Home on August 15 Marriages~ Briar (Lindberg) & Brandon Englekes September 10 Katie (Woitazewski) & Matt Marsh September 24 John Beech, Vera Chmela, Bernice Crompton, Joan Dahlgren, Sheldon & Judy Dean, Lori DeGreeff, Robert Domina, Elaine Donaldson, Gladys Feste, Cody Finke, Allison Grieme, Orv & Shar Grieme, Spencer Gurrola, Dan Haken, Les Hakeneis, Laurie Hardekopf, Scott Hegstad, Evelyn Herder, Iris Idler, Irene Johnson, Julia Johnson, Amie Rowden-Kidd, Alex Knutson, Lynn Knutson, Alan Kramer, Tom Lange, Bob & Betty Like, Carl Lindberg, Elsie Lindberg, Lori Manderscheid, Kristin Martin, Monica Morgan, Kim Nesmoe, Avalon Paulson, Amy Petersen, Lynda Petersen, Jeneane Quame, Ivy Sagmoe, Floyd Schadt, Twilla & Robert Sellman, Maxine Skouge, Mary Ann Suedbeck, Christopher VanMeveren & Harold Yotter Radio Broadcast Ministry The last available date in 2016 is December 11. Checks ($65) can be made out to Christ Lutheran with Radio Broadcast in the memo or you can pay online by visiting our website. 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 Ongoing Ministry Projects: Yarn & Yak the first Saturday of each month at 9:00 am in the Chapel Lounge. This is a time to visit, share ideas, and learn from each other as we work on prayer shawls, baby hats, or other items. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your projects! Birthday Bags Murray County Food Shelf is in need of Birthday Bags. The bags contain a cake mix, a can of frosting, candles, balloons, and birthday plates and napkins. All donations can be placed in the birthday shopping cart just inside the church doors. Quilting October 24 & 25 at 1:00 pm. On-Line Giving You can now make a one-time or recurring donation to the church using a credit card by going to and search for Christ Lutheran Church, Slayton, MN. Once there you can donate to our general fund, or pay for the radio broadcast. You can also go to our congregation s website, christinslayton.lutheranweb.net and follow a link from there to Give MN

12 Worship Assistants for October 2016 Acolytes Lector Greeters Communion Usher Video Power Point Sat, Oct 1 5:15 PM Linda Wing Linda Wing Mike & Deb Schreier Jon Hoyme Karen Torbert Anna Mathiowetz Sun, Oct 2 Lauren Stoel Luke Schneider Ushers 10:15 AM Emma Schuur Pam Schreier Carl Schreier, Greg Wasberg Jim Berglund Carissa Clarke Randi Stoel Travis & Randi Stoel Sat, Oct 8 5:15 PM Cal Wurpts Karen Tommeraasen Luke Schneider, Jerome Schreier Brittany Schneider Wesley Leysen Nysetvolds Sun, Oct 9 Lauren Stoel Arlyn Stokesbary Ushers 10:15 AM Travis & Randi Stoel Scott Winter, Tyler Winter Neal Everson Leon Kruse Sat, Oct 15 5:15 PM Heidi Winter Lynette Sieve Doug Sieve, Dean Streff Linda Thovson Sue Streff Tracy Leysen Sun, Oct 16 Emily Rohrer Karen Torbert Ushers 10:15 AM LeAnn VanMeveren Dave VanMeveren, John Swart Linda Nelson Greg Moberg Karen Torbert Clayton & Karen Torbert Sat, Oct 22 5:15 PM Linda Thovson Elonne Winter Russ Winter Sara Mathiowetz Brenda Whitehead Tom & Mason Whitehead Sun, Oct 23 Drew Wittrock Heidi Winter Ushers 10:15 AM Scott Winter, Tyler Winter Jon Hoyme Arlyn Stokesbary Brandon Winter, Adam Winter Sat, Oct 29 5:15 PM Linda Wing Brittany Schneider Mike & Deb Schreier Rossow Family Linda Wing Sun, Oct 30 Carli Moline Greg Wasberg 10:15 AM Greg Wasberg, Grace Moline Tyler Winter Whiteheads John Swart, Clayton Torbert Bread Bakers: Linda Rossow, Theresa Nysetvold 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!!! 22 23

13 24 1 Amylyn Thovson Ruth Petersen 2 Brian Gass LeRoy Julius Heather Petersen Joshua Walker Addison Sundahl 3 Ron Erickson Jerome Schreier Gracie Lentsch 4 Chad Johnson Laurel Nelson Carter Benda 7 Ruth Hoyme Walter Muecke, Jr. Heather Peters 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 Noah Mathiowetz Dawson Brown Brody Hoffmann 15 Tim Lange 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 24 Morgan Winter 25 Savanna Boerboom Charles Nelson 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! 25

14 Prayer Requests Has something come up in your life recently that you want your church to pray about? Perhaps you have received some difficult news. Or, maybe you have a reason to rejoice and you want to share this good news. Regardless of what your concern is, we want to hear from you and pray with and for you. Whether your concern is personal or a shared concern about something happening in the world, please communicate to us your concerns and prayer requests. Please be sure to indicate if this is something you want included in the more public church prayers of intercession, one of the church prayer chains or if this is a more private concern that you only want to share with the pastors. We will honor your specific request. You may make prayer requests by speaking with one of the pastors, or, if it is during the week, to the church office secretary, Dawn Mouw. If your concern arises over the weekend, you may give your written prayer request to an usher and ask them to pass it along to a pastor. This is especially helpful if there is late-breaking world or community news. As the pastors prepare for worship and lead services at Faith before coming to Christ Lutheran they may not be on top of the latest news. Thank you for helping us to be a community that lifts one another s concerns to God in prayer. October, 2016 Shetek Lutheran Ministries Where Christ Renews and Empowers Mark Your Calendar Get Outdoor Event October 2 Octoberfest October 21 & 22 Confirmation Retreat November 4 & 5 Fall Toddlers & Trees November 6 Lutefisk Supper - December 4, 5:30 pm Winter Fun Day December 29 Summer Staff Reunion 29 & 30 Any questions call (507) or Check out our website at 14 Keeley Island Dr Slayton, MN slbc@frontiernet.net Help send Kids to camp Become a Pelican/ Timber member today For more information call or Octoberfest Youth Retreat October Grades

15 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.lutheranweb.net Published 11 times a year Volume 2016, Issue #9 September 30, 2016 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION US Postage Paid Permit #4 Slayton MN