Lyndale. Lantern. Your word is a lantern to my feet and a light to my path. Dear Friends,

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1 Lyndale Lantern Your word is a lantern to my feet and a light to my path. Dear Friends, 4 ALL SAINTS SUNDAY Sunday 9:15AM 10:30AM Baptism of Marlon & Cormac McCarthy 11:30AM Taize 7pm 11 Sunday 9:15AM 10:30AM 11:30AM 18 Sunday 9:15AM 10:30AM 11:30AM ECUMENICAL THANKSGIVING SERVICE Delano United Methodist 4PM 22 HAPPY THANKSGIVING 25 CHRIST THE KING SUNDAY NO SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:30AM 11:30AM As we move into the seasons of Thanksgiving and Advent, I am drawn to think about gratitude. I love the quote from William Arthur Ward so much that you ll see it appear twice in this Lantern edition! And, I invite you to open this newsletter and enjoy the Will and Guy poem I am Thankful - it made me smile and it reminded me that even as we journey in different places; places of sorrow, of financial stress, of change, of worry and of health concerns, we can, with God s help, find something for which we can be grateful. That is my prayer for each of you. Blessings, Pastor Sheryl Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it. William Arthur Ward Oh give thanks to the LORD, for He is good, For His loving kindness is everlasting. Psalm 107:1 Lyndale Lutheran Church 2018

2 OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVE AND SERVE God s Work, Our Hands. Become a Volunteer Today! Sunday duties are covered by amazing individuals giving their time and talents. WE RE THANKFUL FOR YOU! If there s an OPEN slot and you are able to fill it, please let us know by contacting Judy Harris at doandjuharris@aol.com! ALTAR GUILD USHERS GREETER Jennifer Halverson 4 Gail Henning Joe Schlechter Matt & Michele Shaw COUNCIL MEMBER 11 Ray Maijala Matt Shaw Kevin and Hannah Vig Rob Malecek 18 Doug & Debi Selle Cindy Sullwold 25 OPEN Cathy Blauert ACOLYTE Allie Semeizer OPEN Matthew Lahlum Rilie Schmidt COMMUNION ASSISTANT Nette Boyd Timpe Gail Ditsch Bruce Bousu Not Needed LECTOR Dave Rodgers Mary Carrigan Rebecca Lahlum Rob Malecek FELLOWSHIP HOST(S) COLLECTION COUNTERS Jennifer Halverson Schlechter Family Julie Semeizer Joe Schlechter Mary Lee Rosenow Family Diana Jobin-Vig Ryan Rosenow Bavier Family Bousu Family Dana Willard Chris Weir Chris Weir OPEN Rob Malecek OPEN FAITH & SHARING - COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESIDENT Rob Malecek rnorssmithy@gmail.com TREASURER/ CONGREGATIONAL CARE Dana Willard dwillard88@hotmail.com VICE PRESIDENT Ryan Rosenow rjayrose@gmail.com COUNCIL SECRETARY/YOUTH & FAMILY Julie Semeizer CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Kerri Bavier kbavier@orono.k12.mn.us STEWARDSHIP Joe Schlechter schlechter@live.com WORSHIP & MUSIC Chris Weir cweir@vatacom.com OUTREACH & MISSION Diana Jobin-Vig upnorthmountainruner@yahoo.com

3 We Ate. We Prayed. We RALLIED. We are feeling energized with exciting events a large Affirmation of Baptism group, a two handfuls of new Lyndale Lutheran members, our largest Confirmation class in a number of years, already more pledge cards returned than the year prior and Pastor Sheryl entering year two let s keep the momentum. Our congregation giving was up during the month of September. We welcomed back families from the cabin, Sunday School resumed and we kicked off our new program theme we ll carry throughout the year. WOVEN TOGETHER IN LOVE, WE GIVE. Congratulations on the AFFIRMATION of your BAPTISM! Left to right: Jennifer Halverson, John, Matt, Lexi, Noelle, Katie, Pastor Sheryl, and Julia Julia de Lange Ardakani Katie Marie Black John Robert Lahlum Matthew James Nowell Lexi Borka Semeizer Noelle Ann Weir

4 STEWARDSHIP SEASONS OF STEWARDSHIP To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:1 Coming from more than gratitude alone, stewardship praises God as Lord of the harvest, the One whose love and faithfulness assure sowing and reaping. The harvest is not just future bounty but daily blessing a richer quality of life right now. And, unlike the farming year, each of the seasons of the church year is not only a time of sowing but also of reaping. Stewardship reaps a harvest that includes far more than support for the next year s expenses. The offering experience is first and foremost a sacrifice, a part of worshiping God, not merely a gift to your church or a project. Thank you to Nette Boyd-Tempe, Jennifer Halverson and Kathy Blauert for sharing powerful stories of stewardship in recent weeks. Thanks to everyone who has made a financial pledge and/or an offering of time and talent as an act of worship and thanksgiving. Already, the number of pledges is up from last year. Praise God! There are multiple ways to give. Choose the option that works best for you: Cash/Check/ Envelope by mail or in the offering plate Automatic Electronic Deposit Donate Resources Time, talents, church supplies Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it. William Arthur Ward It isn t too late to offer Thanksgiving through your financial pledge and gifts of time and talent. Pledge cards are available at church, or we would be happy to mail one to you. THANK YOU FOR GIVING TO THE MINISTRY OF LYNDALE LUTHERAN CHURCH!

5 JULEBORD 2018 MENU The Preparations 11/2 11/3 11/9 11/10 11/29 11/30 Lefse Batch 7PM Lefse 9AM & Meatball 11:30AM WELCA Lefse 7PM WELCA Lefse 9 1PM Crankake 9AM 12PM Julebord Dining Room Set-up Lefse 6:30PM SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2-6PM Join a glorious celebration to honor the Christmas tradition of days gone by! Enjoy the smells, tastes, and sounds of Christmas past and wear your favorite Norwegian sweater. Lyndale Lutheran serves up heaping plates of lefse, lutefisk and meatballs. Celebrate with us as we honor and share our heritage in our community. THANKSGIVING SEASON The Lyndale Thanksgiving Basket Brigade will be out delivering after worship. Sunday, November 18th Drivers Needed LUTEFISK SWEDISH MEATBALLS ROASTED POTATOES RUTABAGA MIXED VEGGIES LEFSE LINGON BERRIES PICKLED BEETS HERRING CRANKAKE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED! Please call to make your dinner reservation or use the card in your mailbox and submit to church office. TICKET PRICES: $18 for adults $5 for children and under are free Advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended, although we can accommodate a small portion of walk-in guests. When we have prepared and delivered our Thanksgiving baskets, this day of ThanksGIVING, will culminate with an Ecumenical Worship Service. Singleton Street will be providing some of the music, Pastor Sheryl is involved in the planning, and our choir is invited to join the ecumenical choir and sing an anthem. After we ll fill ourselves with a soup supper. Let s have a great Lyndale turn out as together we give thanks to God and show how powerful it truly is when we gather to worship as all God s Children!

6 ADVENT Prepare for the coming of our Savior with worship at LYNDALE LUTHERAN Sunday, December 2 1st Sunday of Advent Come and begin the journey to the manger. Prepare for the coming of our Lord with silence, candlelight and music at our evening Taize service. Sunday, December 9 2nd Sunday of Advent Our children and youth lead worship with their Christmas Program. Sunday, December 16 3rd Sunday of Advent Our journey continues together during our MaKeever Service with Christian Nielsen Sunday, December 23 4th Sunday of Advent Complete our journey to the manger to meet baby Jesus! Monday, December 24 Christmas Eve 7PM Family Friendly Service Holy Communion with Pastor Sheryl 10PM Celebrate Christ with the music of Wellespring (Christian Nielsen and Anna Lee Roberts) Sunday, December 30 1st Sunday After Christmas Come celebrate the arrival of our Lord with a service of lessons and carols.

7 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION To help make our events a success we need some hands! Please contact Kerri Bavier if she can count on you for either event below. HAPPY BIRTHDAY JESUS PARTY We re looking for a set up crew for 12/2 and also day of volunteers for games and crafts. LYNDALE CHRISTMAS PROGRAM We need some volunteers to assist in setting up and tearing down the set. Woven Together In Love Because of Sunday, December 9 2nd Sunday of Advent LYNDALE LUTHERAN CHRISTMAS PROGRAM! Christmas SUNDAY SCHOOL DATE REMINDERS Sunday, December 9 Christmas Program Sunday, December 16 Christmas Celebration/ Party Sunday, December 23 NO SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday, December 30 NO SUNDAY SCHOOL We ll be weaving together new and old songs for and by God s Children of all ages in celebration of the season! REHEARSAL Music and script rehearsal has already begun. Sunday School attendance from now until December 9th is crucial, as we are learning music and lines each week. FINAL REHEARSAL FOR ALL AGES Saturday, December 9:30AM

8 I am thankful: For the wife Who says its hot dogs tonight Because she is home with me And not choosing to be anywhere else. For the husband Who is on the sofa Being a couch potato Because he is home with me And not spending his time in other places. For the teenager Who is complaining about doing dishes she is at home, And most of the time she wants to be. For the taxes I pay I am employed. For the mess to clean after a party I have Been surrounded by friends For the clothes that fit a little too snug I have enough to eat. For my shadow that watches me work I am out in the sunshine. For a lawn that needs mowing, Windows that need cleaning, And gutters that need fixing I have a home. For all the complaining I hear about the government We have freedom of speech. For the parking spot I find at the far end of the parking lot I am capable of walking, And I have been blessed with transportation. For my huge heating bill I am warm. For the lady behind me in church Who sings off key I can hear. For the pile of laundry and ironing I have clothes to wear. For weariness and aching muscles At the end of the day I have been Capable of working. For the alarm that goes off In the early morning hours I am alive. And finally, for too much I have friends who are thinking of me. Will and Guy OUTREACH & MISSION WE SAID AND WE DID! Thank you for everyone s generous contributions of warmth this season. Lyndale Lutheran s basket was overflowing with winter gear donations for the 2018 Coat Drive. We invite you to sponsor a family this Thanksgiving Season by donating food items to make their dinner memorable! The cost of each basket is approximately $75. Monetary donations or sharing sponsorship would also be an option and much appreciated. Check out the new thanksgiving bulletin board in the church foyer, grab a number and turn in number (LABEL IT THANKSGIVING BASKETS) with your donation. NEXT STEPS: Choose your family anytime after 11/4 Get a soon to be provided list and do the shopping for a family s meal. Pack your basket (boxes are provided). Bring your basket to church for blessing and delivery 11/18. Volunteer to be a deliverer after service on Sunday, 11/18 Please contact our Thanksgiving Basket Coordinator, Steve Maijala, with any questions.

9 NEXT MONTHS AT-A-GLANCE ALTAR GUILD: COUNCIL MEMBER: Jennifer Halverson Rob Malecek ALL SAINTS SUNDAY Our Lyndale youth serving and helping others at Cub Foods! 25 Come and celebrate Christ as our Lord and King on the last Sunday of the Church Year. You won t want to miss this special change of pace service. How Sweet the Sound: A Celebration of Classic Hymns, featuring the music of Christian Nielsen. Stay after worship for hanging of the greens.

10 NEXT MONTHS AT-A-GLANCE Join the WELCA (Women of the Evangelical Church in America) annual Christmas Party and cookie packing event! DECEMBER ALTAR GUILD: Patty Malecek DECEMBER COUNCIL MEMBER: Dana Willard All women of the church are encouraged to attend, but PLEASE help by contributing cookies, even if you are unable to help pack. Enjoy Christmas music and packing cookie tins to spread holiday cheer. Tins will be distributed to elderly, homebound, nursing home residents and those who are ill. Donations of two dozen cookies are requested. Those unable to attend, please drop off any donations by noon 12/17. NO SUNDAY SCHOOL 25 JANUARY DATES TO REMEMBER: 1/2 No Confirmation 1/6 Sunday School Resumes 1/8 Worship & Music Hymn Selection Meeting 1/9 Confirmation Parents Night 1/9 Guest Speaker Mental Health and Suicide Awareness 1/12 Grocery Bagging for Youth 1/13 Guest Speaker Mental Health and Suicide Awareness 1/24 Church Council 7PM JANUARY ALTAR GUILD: JANUARY COUNCIL MEMBER: Debi Selle Rob Malecek

11 Lyndale Lutheran Church 8012 County Road 6 Maple Plain, MN CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED Monday: 10AM - 12PM Wednesday: 9AM - 12PM Thursday: 11AM - 2PM We invite those who love to sing (or just want to try it), to join the Praise Team and or the Choir. Praise Team: Church Choir: Sings the 2nd Sunday of each month and rehearses prior to worship the morning of. Sings the 4th Sunday of each month and Rehearses the Wednesday evening prior. Can t commit to regular participation? Come when you can! GREAT ONE TIME OPPORTUNITY: ALL Lyndale singers are needed at the Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service Delano United Methodist Church Sunday, November 4PM Choir Rehearsal: Hour 3PM Please come and help represent Lyndale! Main Office lyndalelutheran@frontiernet.net Lyndale Lutheran Church 8012 County Road 6 Maple Plain, MN Pastor Sheryl Bousu pastorlyndalelutheran@gmail.com