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PEACE GRUE AN ELCA PARISH TO BECOME THE VOICE AND HANDS OF JESUS Inside this issue: MUSINGS from the Pastor 2&3 PEACE Sunday school

September 6 W.I.N.G.S. 6 GRUE Sunday School 7 GRUE Fundraiser 7 GRUE WELLCA news 7 Peace Council Minutes 8 Grue Council Minutes 9

Church & Zion Lutheran of Amor 13 Martin Luther Movie 14 during worship service on Sunday, September 17th SEPTEMBER 2017 WE

Bartz, Halle Dahlen, Annah Evavold, Taleeyah Johnson & Courtney Koefod The banquet honoring these young people will be on September

Those receiving invitations are strongly encouraged to RSVP to assist the serving group in preparing sufficient food. Thank you!

1 PEACE GRUE AN ELCA PARISH TO BECOME THE VOICE AND HANDS OF JESUS Inside this issue: MUSINGS from the Pastor 2&3 PEACE Sunday school News 4 PEACE Acolyte s 5 BIRTHDAYS-September 6 W.I.N.G.S. 6 GRUE Sunday School 7 GRUE Fundraiser 7 GRUE WELLCA news 7 Peace Council Minutes 8 Grue Council Minutes 9 Parish Council Minute 10 Praise Night at Peace 11 Holiday Excursion 11 PEACE WELCA News 12 Community Action 13 Calvary Lutheran Church & Zion Lutheran of Amor 13 Martin Luther Movie 14 during worship service on Sunday, September 17th SEPTEMBER 2017 WE CELEBRATE these young persons who will be confirmed in faith on Sunday, September 24, 2017 Kalista Aamot, Amelia Barry Derrek Bartz, Halle Dahlen, Annah Evavold, Taleeyah Johnson & Courtney Koefod The banquet honoring these young people will be on September 17, 5:00p.m. photos and rehearsal with dinner at 6:00 p.m., at PEACE Church. Those receiving invitations are strongly encouraged to RSVP to assist the serving group in preparing sufficient food. Thank you! The Rite of Confirmation on September 24th at both congregations, is a wonderful time for all of us to renew and affirm our baptism promises and intentions. Holy Communion will be celebrated. WORSHIP TIMES CHANGE SEPTEMBER thru DECEMBER: GRUE service 9am / SS 10:15am PEACE service 10:45am / SS 9:30am

2 Page 2 CENTRAL THOUGHTS September 2017 THE RE- S OF GOD And the one who was seated on the throne said, "See, I am making all things new." (Rev 21:5a) I write this as I attempt to clear my desk for a week of vacation. Ironic! As everyone else is beginning to think about settling into a new school year schedule, football and volleyball practices and scrimmages, I am looking ahead to some self-care time. I am looking to renew my strength and focus for the year ahead. Hopefully, you have, over the course of the summer, been able to renew your strength, and perhaps you have even been made new. For me, the time will be used to close the computer, renew relationships with Lisa and my grandkids. It means discovering local communities and walking through state parks. Some of it will be spent just kicking back and listening to the birds and watching them at the feeders along with watching the chipmunks and the squirrels and the rabbits go through the yard. Go fishing! It doesn t mean I have forgotten you. I do this week for your sake as well as mine. To regenerate, re-energize, recapitulate to be renewed as God will use this time of rest to make, for me, all things new. In that newness, I pray that I may return filled and ready to continue with you and serve you in your walk of faith. God grant us all, new beginnings. Pastor Kent Taking a Look Ahead REMEMBER: WORHSIP TIME FLIPS IN SEPTEMEBR: Grue 9 AM; Peace 10:45 Celebrations September 10 th Night of 700 pm, The Moline sisters from the Fergus falls area. September 17 th, Rally Day Sunday, Note the change from the last newsletter. Sunday, September 17 th, Confirmation Banquet, Sunday, September 24 th, The Rite of Affirmation of Baptism, October 8 th (the 2 nd Sunday of the month), Pub O Praise at Club 74, 6:30-7:30 PM Reading Ahead Sundays Narrative Lectionary Readings: WEEK 4 OF REVELATION REVEALING GOD AND GOD S FUTURE September 3, Pentecost 14: Rev 21:1-6 & 22:1-5; John 16:20-22 New Heaven and New Earth Beginning Narrative Lectionary Septemebr 10, Pentecost 15: Genesis 1:1-2:4a Creation by the Word; God proclaims light, life; it was good. Psalm 8; John 1:1-5 September 17, Pentecost 16: Genesis 21:1-3; 22:1-14 God gives Abraham and Sarah a son, but God provides the ram. Psalm 89:1-4, 16-18; John 1:29 September 24, Pentecost 17: The Rite of Affirmation of Baptism for At Peace: Kalista Aamot, Derrek Bartz, Halle Dahlen, At Grue: Amelia Barry, Annah Evavold, Taleeyah Johnson, & Courtney Koefod. OFFICIAL ACTS MONTH OF AUGUST: WE REMEMBER: Marcus Donald Alvstad August 13, 2016

3 Page 3 PEACE-GRUE MEMBERS & FRIENDS PUBLIC SERVICE REMINDER from Pastor Kent TOPIC: When should I contact the Parish Office or Pastor with information: If you or a loved one is having surgery or sick and you want a prayer or a visit or a phone contact---contact the church office, or pastor, if it s an emergency, and let them know what is wanted or needed, HIPPA doesn t allow sharing of patient information; If you or a loved one moves to another location, rehab or assisted living center or back home, or when you go to or return from your winter residence, and the like-contact the church office or pastor with an update; If your or your loved one's birthdates isn't in the newsletter with everyone else's and you want it there-- contact the church office and let them know; If you or someone else wants to receive the newsletter and isn't receiving the newsletter, and when you go to or return from your winter residence--contact the church office and let them know; If something needs to go into the newsletter, please details to the Parish Office [double check all the pertinent details, e.g. date/time/location, etc.] so it is printed correctly in the newsletter; dead line for newsletter is 20th of the month If you aren't attending because something upset you--contact pastor and ask to talk with him and pray about it; If you are feeling distant from God and struggling spiritually--contact pastor and ask to talk with him and pray about it, also have yourself added to the pastor s private prayer list; If you are struggling with anything and want prayer--contact pastor and add your name the pastor s private prayer list, and keep him updated. If you don't want to be on a list or in a group, or do want to be on a list or in a group--contact the church office and talk with them about it [you don t need to give your reason [ is this something the pastor can help with? Then contact the pastor]; Open communication promotes unity and fellowship and helps us stay current on needs. We will do our best to accommodate your wants or needs, but we may not always be able to do so, but it's also a whole lot easier, if you let us know what's going on! Thanks! Pastor Kent Krumwiede kkrumwiede001@luthersem.edu Parish Office: Cell phone: [Call, leave message, or text (please leave your name - Pastor does not have everyone's name in the cell yet)] Pastor Kent Krumwiede kkrumwiede001@luthersem.edu June the Parish Office peace@prtel.com Parish Office: WAYS TO CONTACT US: 5 Pastor Kent Krumwiede kkrumwiede001@luthersem.edu Parish Office: Cell phone: [Call, leave message, or text (please leave your name - Pastor does not have everyone's name in the cell yet)]

4 Page 4 PEACE SUNDAY SCHOOL September 10h PEACE SUNDAY SCHOOL SCHEDULE FOR September and October 2017 PEACE SERVICE 10:45AM / SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30AM Sunday School Teachers meet after Worship September 17th 9:30 1 st Day of Sunday School Rally Day Tote Bags to Preschoolers, 3 rd Graders Receive Bibles, 4 th Graders Receive Small Catechism, Investiture of Teachers, Confirmation Investiture & Blessing of Backpacks during Church September 24th 9:30 October1st 9:30 October 8th 9:30 October 15th October 22nd Sunday School Sings NO SUNDAY SCHOOL MEA Weekend October 29th 9:30 ATTENTION SUNDAY SCHOOL YOUTH AND PARENTS Sunday, September 17th marks the kickoff for classes to begin again. Bibles, Catechisms, and tote bags will be distributed to pre-school, third and fourth graders. There will also be a blessing of backpacks for all students in school. Bring yours on the 17th and be reminded that Jesus goes with you through the halls and classrooms everyday. Please make it a point to attend worship that Sunday! -MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A CHILD S FAITH. CONFIRMATION News This year s orientation meeting for youth and parents of confirmation age will be held on Wednesday, September 6th at 6:00 p.m. for first year students and September 13th at 6:00 for second year students at Peace church. Youth will be invited to sign and bring their covenants to worship on Sunday, September 17th. Sunday School teachers will be installed on that day as well. FAITH PARTNERS A very important part of the confirmation years is developing a relationship with an experienced Christian. We invite each student to choose someone from the congregation, who will spend time with them talking and learning about the faith. We ask that each pair spend a minimum of three sessions together in a year, and the adult is asked to submit a short report of the experience. You don t need to have all the answers, just a willingness to listen.

PEACE ACOLYTE SCHEDULE Page 5 PEACE CHURCH ACOLYTE SCHEDULE 2017 September 3 Jacob Rein and Zander Hanson 10 Bobbie Anderson and Zach Fagre 17 Molly and Sam Sorenson 24 Tarryn Hill and Madison Bestul

5 PEACE ACOLYTE SCHEDULE Page 5 PEACE CHURCH ACOLYTE SCHEDULE 2017 September 3 Jacob Rein and Zander Hanson 10 Bobbie Anderson and Zach Fagre 17 Molly and Sam Sorenson 24 Tarryn Hill and Madison Bestul October 1 Lilly Evavold and Kennedy Skougard 8 Kellen Dahlen and Mya Roley 15 Ryleigh and Hayley Brendmoen 22 Carson and Carter Spangler 29 Catherine Koefod and Cecilia Nelson Heads up!!! The annual Christmas WELCA brunch has been changed to the first Saturday in January, so this first time will be on January 6th at Peace Church. Again we will be looking for volunteers to set a table contact Donna Grover if you can set a table. We will also be looking for volunteers to bring a quilt to be part of our program. Kathy Evenson from Fergus falls will be our program doing what she calls "Turning of the Quilts". If you have a special quilt, an heirloom quilt or any quilt that you would like to share the story of, get in touch with Val Fick at We will have a form for you to complete by November 1.The form and picture will go back to Kathy and she will do history research on the fabric, pattern etc. She would like 20 to 25 quilts. 20 quilts is about a 30 minute program. What a good way to honor all of our quilters. Everyone is encouraged to bring a quilting friend

BIRTHDAYS SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS September 1 st Richard Clemensen September 2 nd Vikki Adams Julie VanSanten September 3 rd Tom Olson September 4 th Mary Jo Beck September 5 th Jonas Johnson September 6

September 13 th Kalista Aamot Mikayla Dahlen Tammy Koefod September 15 th Hayley Domek (Barry) Norma Clemensen Sandy Cunningham September 16th Delores Bertram Caitlin Drever (Dahlen) September 17th

st Troy Langlie September 22 nd Jenna Nelson September 23 rd Taylor Birr September 24 th Patt Lystrom September 25 th Randi Hockert Jordan Lillemon September 26 th Josey Ness September 27 th Lyndee

6 BIRTHDAYS SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS September 1 st Richard Clemensen September 2 nd Vikki Adams Julie VanSanten September 3 rd Tom Olson September 4 th Mary Jo Beck September 5 th Jonas Johnson September 6 th Peggy Adams Kristin Spangler Owen Runningen September 7 th Lukas Anderson Angie Kamrath September 8 th Jeff Driggins September 9 th Laurie Melberg September 11 th Derreck Hanson Jean Wick September 13 th Kalista Aamot Mikayla Dahlen Tammy Koefod September 15 th Hayley Domek (Barry) Norma Clemensen Sandy Cunningham September 16th Delores Bertram Caitlin Drever (Dahlen) September 17th Leslie Anderson September 18 th Chelsy Ness September 19 th Kyra Aamot Elli Jo Johnsrud Mark Koefod Molly Sorenson September 20 th Roger Langlie Aaron Olson Tonya Stierlen Joyce Evavold September 21 st Troy Langlie September 22 nd Jenna Nelson September 23 rd Taylor Birr September 24 th Patt Lystrom September 25 th Randi Hockert Jordan Lillemon September 26 th Josey Ness September 27 th Lyndee Evavold September 28 th Chase Kamrath September 30 th Tom Gradin =================== If I don t have your birth date or if I have it listed incorrectly please or call me / June- Peace@prtel.com W.I.N.G.S GRUE women meet: Tuesday, September 6:30pm. All Serve at GRUE Page 6 Witness in God s Service We meet the first Wednesday of each month from 3:15pm-5pm. Starting Wednesday, October 4th. Hope to see all of you there lots of fun things to do. Donna Grove # Pastor Kent Krumwiede kkrumwiede001@luthersem.edu Cell phone: [Call, leave message, or text (please leave your name - Pastor does not have everyone's name in the cell yet) June Parish Office Parish Office: peace@prtel.com RUTH / REBECCA Circle meeting: Tuesday, September 19th, Peace.

Page 7 GRUE Sunday School GRUE WELCA NEWS GRUE Sunday School Schedule for September thru December September 17th 10:15 11:45 am (Clean Road Ditches) October 8th 10:15 11:45 am October 15th 10:15

7 Page 7 GRUE Sunday School GRUE WELCA NEWS GRUE Sunday School Schedule for September thru December September 17th 10:15 11:45 am (Clean Road Ditches) October 8th 10:15 11:45 am October 15th 10:15 11:45 am October 29th 10:15 11:45 am November 12th 10:15 11:45 am November 26th 10:15 11:45 am December 3rd 10:15 11:45 am December 10th 10:15 11:45 am December 17th Christmas Program, No morning Service Pot 5:00 pm, Program and 6:00pm We held our August meeting with Mabeth Jensen hosting at their home on Eagle Lake. Our lesson was on 'Ready or Not'. Biblical stories filled with characters who challenged unjust systems, took action that turned social norms upside down and spoke the truth to power. Decided to go with new Bible study books to 'life guide'. We will be studying about 'Angels' We also have new prices for funerals, They will be posted later. Raffle tickets are here for our raffle to be held at our Breakfast and Theme Basket Fall Fundraiser Oct1st. We are also in need of more jeans for our quilts. Winter is coming and quilts will be needed. Next meeting will be held at Grue Church Sept. 19th with everyone serving. Your Sister in Christ Hazel Torgrimson GRUE FUNDRAISER GRUE fall breakfast and Theme Basket & Cash & Carry Table Sunday, October 1, am-1pm At the Ashby American Legion With 8am Holy Communion service PLEASE PLAN TO JOIN US. All are welcome!!

8 PEACE COUNCIL NEWS Page 8 PEACE COUNCIL MEETING August 9th, 2017 Attending: Harlan Balggard, Wayne Risbrudt, Justin Eberhardt, Tim Cunningham, Don Hanson, Craig Koefod Pastor Kent and Janet Novak Absent: Mary Johnsrud, Justin Anderson, Teresa Magnson Devotions led by Pastor Kent prior to parish meeting M/S/C to accept secretary s report. M/S/C to accept treasurer s report COMMITTEE REPORTS are now sent and read prior to meeting and will be included in newsletter. Highlights mentioned here only where applicable. Education Next meeting 8/17 at 6pm. Property & Management- Harlan confirmed he will remove garage Christian Growth- Next meeting 8/20, Night of Praise scheduled for September. Stewardship- Road Cleanup will be held in September along with Noisy Can for Luther Crest. Pastor s Report Pastor will be on vacation 8/24-8/30 th. Pastor Matthew, Presbyterian, will be on-call pastor during this time. OLD BUSINESS WELCA has moved the Fall Bazaar to Saturday, October 28 th. NEW BUSINESS Confirmation Banquet September 17 th at Peace. Six students will be confirmed. M/S/C to have June order crosses. We are looking for a photographer. Cemetery Care M/S/C to spray to minimize weeds using monies from undesignated Memorial Fund. Next Peace Council Meeting Wednesday, September 13 th at 7pm M/S/C to adjourn with Lord s Prayer Janet Novak, Peace Council Secretary Gathered-Renewed-United-Enriched To Become the Voice and Hands of Jesus

9 GRUE COUNCIL NEWS Page 9 Grue Council Meeting August 9, 2017 Following Parish Meeting Meeting called to order by President Les Evavold Additions to agenda : none Secretary Report: M/S/C Treasures Report: M/S/C Committee Reports: None Attending: Les, Bea, Char, June & Vonnie Absent: Chad, Dylan & Greg Old Business: Remember to bring utensils & Coffee pots to Eagle Lake Park, New Business: Grue Fall Breakfast: Gwen and Andrea are in charge of the Theme Baskets and Cash & Carry tables Laura Rasmusson and Kathy ML Evavold are in charge of the meal, American Legion Ashby, 8:00 am 1:00 pm, October 1st.2017 Each family is encouraged to donate $10.00 to help pay for the rent of the Legion Roofing Project tabled waiting on bids. Confirmation Meal: Peace Church Hosting Harvest Meal: Hosted this year by Peace Next Meeting: 8:00 am, before church service September 10th. Closed with the Lord s Prayer Adjourned : M/S/C Secretary: Bea Runningen Gathered-Renewed-United-Enriched To Become the Voice and Hands of Jesus

10 PARISH COUNCIL NEWS Page 10 PARISH COUNCIL MEETING August 9th, 2017 Hosted by Peace Council Meeting opened by Grue President Les Evavold Devotions by Pastor Kent from Matthew 14:13-21 Reports given: M/S/C to accept Secretary s report M/S/C to accept Treasurer s report Old Business Pastor Kent s vacation; 8/24-8/30, Pastor L.J. Arntson will be supply pastor on 8/27 Parish Picnic 8/20 at 10:45 at Eagle Lake Park. New Business New Martin Luther film - Topic had been tabled from May meeting. Coordination has been transferred to Peace s Christian Growth Committee and they will be discussing at their 8/20 meeting. Vacation Bible School Twenty-two students attended with six from the Peace congregation. Although excellent curriculum and leadership by Luther Crest, we discussed the pros and cons of continuing for next year. We love the fact we can offer this to the entire community at no charge and share God s word and grace but questioning if it remains to be the best use of our funds. The total cost is around $2000 with Peace WELCA contributing $500 in past. Decision was made to bring up to congregations during Annual Meeting. We welcome feedback from all of our members prior to that event. Service times change 9/3. Grue will be at 9:00 am and Peace at 10:45 am. Next Parish meeting will be held Wednesday November 8th, 7:00 pm at Grue. All members are welcome to attend if interested. Janet Novak, Peace Secretary Gathered-Renewed-United-Enriched To Become the Voice and Hands of Jesus

Page 11 Peace Church Percents Night of Praise September 10th @ 700 pm, The Moline sisters from the Fergus falls area. These sisters have been sharing their ministry through music for many years.

11 Page 11 Peace Church Percents Night of Praise September 700 pm, The Moline sisters from the Fergus falls area. These sisters have been sharing their ministry through music for many years. There is also a humorous part to their program., you might think your in a Catholic Convent. You will enjoy them. Bring a friend. Coffee and Fellowship to follow Motor Coach Tour Welcome Christmas/Holiday Excursion 12/7/2017 Peace/Grue WELCA of Ashby, MN, is offering a Christmas/Holiday Excursion to the History Theatre Coco s Diary in St Paul and to Bachmans Floral and gift shop and Bachmans Idea House. Cocoa's diary is a delightful play based on an actual diary of a 13 year old girl growing up on wealthy Summit Avenue in St Paul. Cocoa is an adventuresome, daring and charming young lady. You will surely enjoy Cocoa and her escapades. Bachmans at Christmas time is beautiful and we will have lunch here. Grandpa Bachmans House at the edge of the parking lot is redecorated 3 times each year with new and vintage decor with new colors and furnishing each season. The cost for the day is $80 per person to include transportation, bus driver tip and tickets to Cocoa's Diary and the Idea House. Reservations and payment should go to June at Peace Church, phone number Any questions call Val Fick at The motor coach will leave Life Church in Fergus at 6:15 am. Destiny Center in Ashby at 6:50 am. and return around 6:30 pm. Don't know what to get Mom for Christmas? Take her on an early Christmas excursion. Men are welcome!!!! Final payment due: November 1st 2017

12 Page 12 PEACE WELCA NEWS Hello Women of Peace, Thank you to Teresa Ohren and her group for serving in August. It s September and we know there will be temperature changes, trees turning colors and schedules get busier especially if you have children. Many households take on new routines. My daughter is now 26 but I LOVED getting ready for school. There was always the backpack and it needed to be very specific but one didn t know until she saw it. Although school supplies seemed to be handled differently these days, I enjoyed picking up the lined notebooks, #2 pencils, etc. and, of course, a box of tissue. High school wasn t quite as fun and supplies were a bit more expensive but yet enjoyable each year. Open House was always enjoyable and you could feel both the excitement and anxiousness of the students and parents. Teachers Were The Best! For those of you who teach and/or work at our schools, blessings and gratitude! As I mentioned in last month s newsletter, our Fall Bizarre has been moved to Saturday, October 28 th. I hope it is on your calendar. How would you like to be involved? Like last year, our Group Leaders will take the lead on the individual areas. As an example, Group One leaders Carol Koefod and Kathy Hammer will be in charge of our bakery. Val Fick will lead the Quilt Raffle process. I will be calling the other group leaders to confirm your interest. If any of you have a desire to lead, have a new idea or just want to talk about it, please call me at or catch me at church. This is our biggest fund raiser and requires many hands and much coordination so hoping we can count on you to make it enjoyable and successful. Teresa Magnuson is creating and making the quilt for our raffle this year. As many of you know, she is well known for her creativity and quality work. Below is a photo of the fabric. Your Sister in Christ, Janet Novak

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14 Page 14 Planning the showing of the New Martin Luther Movie Martin Luther: The Idea That Changed The world Scheduled for the end of October Time & Place to be determined

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FEBRUARY 2019 PEACE GRUE AN ELCA PARISH PEACE GRUE Inside this issue: MUSINGS from the Pastor 2 PEACE Sunday school News 3 PEACE WELCA News 4 GRUE WELCA News 4 BIRTHDAYS-February 5 PEACE News-Council 6 GRUE News Council 7 W.I.N.G.S News 7 Grue