December SUNDAY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM will be shared on Sunday, December 17, at 2 pm.

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1 The monthly newsletter of Redeemer Lutheran Church-Rochester, Minnesota Advent and Christmas MID WEEK ADVENT WORSHIP will be Wednesdays, November 29, December 6 and 13, with worship at 4:15 and 7:00 pm. Supper will be served each Wednesday in the Fellowship Hall from 5 to 6:30 pm for a free will dona on. CANTATA featuring our Sounds of Praise and the Trinity Sanctuary Choir will be shared during both services on Sunday, December 10. Pastor Thwala will also join us for services. SERVICE OF HOPE & ENCOURAGEMENT For those who are grieving or not in a celebra on mood (more details inside) Thursday, December 14, at 6 pm. SUNDAY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM will be shared on Sunday, December 17, at 2 pm. CAROLING will be Wednesday, December 20, at 5:15 pm. NO SATURDAY WORSHIP at 5:30 pm on December 23. CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP will be Sunday, December 24, at 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and 5:30 pm. A candlelight service led by the Youth will begin at 11 pm. Holy Communion will be celebrated at all services. CHRISTMAS DAY WORSHIP will be held at 9 am on Monday, December 25. Holy Communion will be celebrated. December 2017 Mission Statement As Christians based on the solid foundation of God s Word, empowered by the Holy Spirit, we strive to live out, lift up, and share our faith in Jesus Christ -welcoming all into our Family of Believers. Inside this Issue Worship Highlights... pages 1-2 Staff Reflections... page 3 Prayers... page 4 News to Note... pages 4-5 Order Poinsettias... page 6 We Remember... page 6 Notes of Thanks... page 7 Music Notes... page 8 Grief Class... page 9 Health Notes... page 10 Stewardship Notes... pages 11,13 ChristCare News... pages Council Highlights... pages Trunk-n-Treat Photos... page 16 Reformation 500 Photos... page 17 Youth Page... page 18 Rummage Sale Recap... page 19 LWML News... page 20 December Calendar... page 21 December Blessed to Service... page 22 RCLS News... page 23

2 Page 2 Worship Opportunities in December MID WEEK ADVENT WORSHIP The Songs of Advent When we go into God s Word, we hear many different people sing songs about events in their lives. In our midweek Advent services, we will focus on three of those songs that help us prepare for our celebration of the coming of the Christ Child. Wednesday, November 29 Service times: 4:15 and 7:00 pm Theme: Zechariah s Song: Amazing Gift Luke 1:67 79 Menu: Hamburgers and fixings Serving: Men s Fellowship/Thrivent Board Wednesday, December 6 Service times: 4:15 and 7:00 pm Theme: Mary s Song: Amazing Love Luke 1:46 56 Menu: BBQ s, Macaroni & Cheese, Chips, Cookies/bars Serving: Rochester Servant Event Participants Wednesday, December 13 Service times: 4:15 and 7:00 pm Theme: Simeon s Song: Amazing Peace Luke 2:25 35 Menu: Pizza Serving: Youth Group Wednesday, December 20 CAROLING! WEEKENDS IN DECEMBER DECEMBER 2/3 We will celebrate the Second Sunday in Advent with scripture readings from Isaiah 40;1 11, 2 Peter 3:8 14, John 1:1 5. The theme will be But God Said. Holy Communion will be celebrated at all services this weekend. DECEMBER 9/10 We will observe the Third Sunday in Advent with scripture readings from Isaiah 61:1 4 and John 1:1 14. Pastor Thwala will be sharing a special message for us this weekend. Join us on Sunday for a musical presenta on by our Sounds of Praise choir and the Trinity Sanctuary Choir. DECEMBER 14 Service of Hope and Encouragement This is a service specially designed for those who are having a difficult me ge ng into the happy, holly jolly Christmas mood which seems to be expected this me of year. It may be because of sickness, a death, unemployment, stress in the family, uncertainty or whatever. Come together on Thursday, December 14, at 6 pm for a special me with your fellow Chris ans. We will share words of hope and encouragement from Scripture, as well as quiet songs of faith. DECEMBER 16/17 We will celebrate the Fourth Sunday in Advent with scripture readings from Isaiah 7:11 14, Colossians 1:15 20, and John 1: The theme will be Dwelt With Us. Holy Communion will be celebrated at services this weekend. Plan to join us at 2 pm on Sunday, December 17, as our Sunday School children share their Christmas program, The Greatest Story Every Told. All are welcome! DECEMBER 24 Christmas Eve We will observe Christmas Eve with scripture readings from Isaiah 9:2 7; 2 Corinthians 4:13 18; John 1:1 18. The theme will be Seen His Glory. Join us for worship at 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and 5:30 pm. The Nursery will be open for all services but not staffed. Join us for our Candlelight Worship at 11:00 pm. This service is led mostly by our Youth who will be sharing a special message through a drama presenta on. DECEMBER 25 Christmas Day We celebrate Christ s birth with worship and Holy Communion at 9:00 am. Our readings will be from Isaiah 52:7 10, Hebrews 1:1 6, and John 1:1 14. The Nursery will be open but not staffed. DECEMBER 31/JANUARY 1 We will celebrate the First Sunday A er Christmas with scripture readings from Isaiah 61:10 62:3; Gala ans 4:4 7; and Luke 2: Holy Communion will be celebrated at all services this weekend.

3 Church Office Hours: M-F 7:30 am-4:00 pm Phone: Fax: Website: Blessed to Serve Staff Reflections The Christmas Season is here! Maybe those are words that you are not ready to hear. Maybe those are words you wish you could have heard from everyone 3 months ago. Regardless of how you feel about it, the season of lights, parties, presents, and Christmas cookie mountain is here. This season is most certainly about more than those things though. It is easy to get wrapped up into all those things (no pun intended or did I?) and miss the important parts. It is easy to become like Martha when Jesus visits her and her sister Mary. We dwell on the traditions of Christmas being upheld in perfection. The cookies must look exactly right, the exact present must be bought to bring happiness to your nephew, the tablecloth must be spotless, the family must be around the table eating together with perfect manners the perfectly cooked meal that so many hands came together to make. If you were like me, it s easy to get lost in those details and miss the most important part of this season that is right in front of you. Christmas is our celebration of Jesus Christ coming to us as a baby. The God who created the universe by speaking, gave his son to be our Savior. We get to be witnesses of God s redeeming work come true in the baby Jesus each year as we celebrate Christmas. This is truly a remarkable event! So though it is the natural thing to be Martha and make sure everything is perfect for Christmas remember that Jesus is perfect enough for us all at Christmas. Sit at his manger this year and marvel at him as Mary did when Jesus visited their home. There are times and moments where our inner Martha will need to happen this Christmas season as we sacrifice and serve so another can have their time at the Savior s manger, but please do not miss your opportunity to do so yourself this year. God s Prince of Peace be with you all this Christmas Season! In His Grip, Josh Heirigs, DCE Pastor, Adam Koglin AKoglin@redeemer-rochester.com (office) (cell) Director of Parish Music, April Beckman beckmana1@hotmail.com (office) (cell) Director of Faith Development, Michael J. Harvey dceorange@gmail.com (office) (residence) (cell) Director of Youth and Education Ministries, Joshua Heirigs joshheirigs@redeemer-rochester.com (office) (cell) Administrative Secretary, Christina Tjosaas office@redeemer-rochester.com (office) (residence) Custodian, Randy Kautz custodian@redeemer-rochester.com (office) (residence) Parish Nurse, Jan Dicke jandicke325@gmail.com (residence) Parish Nurse, Iva Kietzmann kietzmanniva@yahoo.com (residence) Nursery Coordinator, Anna Koglin aakoglin@gmail.com (residence) Arab Women s Ministries, Martha Farag martha.shehata94@gmail.com Page 3

4 Remember in Your Prayers... Hospitalized/Health Concerns Tami Timbeross, Judy Lee, Bill Cochran, Dustin Seering, Craig Nelson, Ruth Vrieze, Kurt Pinnow, Luanne Briske, Allison Hanley, Lester Clapp, Bob Sonnabend, Bob and Bonnie Hoenk, Elnora Hildestad, Johanna Heining, Barb Rupkalvis, Bernie Nesler, Marlin Haack, Orvis Dahl, Holden Meaike, Bill Kraus, Lyle Voight, Darlene Wentworth, EiLeen Miller, Dick Miller, June Storma, Ted Saxman, Stan Czaplewski, Lynn Hebig, Mike Hanley, Janae Clausen Receiving Hospice care: Rita Priebe and Bob Salley Grieving Donna Bussell and Arlan Hildestad upon the death of their (mother/sister), Eileen Eggert. The family and friends of John Randall who passed away on November 16. The family and friends of Marilyn Monsrud who passed away on November 17. Encouragement/Guidance For Pastor Benjamin Loos and his family as he discerns the Call to become our Associate Pastor. Thanksgiving For custodian, Randy Kautz, and his 10 years of faithful service. Rejoice: With Bruce and Cheri Struve upon the recent birth of their granddaughter. Page 4 Have you heard what s happening? Sunday School Christmas Program Practices! The Sunday school Christmas Program will be December 17, at 2 pm. Practice times are as follows: December 2 grades 1-6 Meet in the Sanctuary from 10-11:30 am. December 9 grades 1-6 Meet in the Sanctuary from 10-11:30 am. December 16 3-year-olds through grade 6. Meet in Sanctuary from 10-11:30 am. and Napkins are now available on the Sarah Circle Card Rack in the Educa on Hallway. Advent Festival The congregation is invited to attend the Second Annual Advent Festival, Sunday, December 3. It will be open from 3:00-6:00 pm for you to enjoy the music and family traditions of Advent and Christmas. Come and taste special cookies and sweets. Learn how to make Lefse. Come and see the many special nativity scenes of members of our congregation. Come and hear the Christmas story told in a variety of ways. Come and hear the music of the season presented by many musical groups from our congregation. Pick up your Advent devotions for people of all ages and even make an Advent wreath to light up the season. The event will end with an Advent devotion and singing at 4:45 pm. This is being sponsored by the Family Ministry Team. ADVENT DEVOTIONALS The Family Ministry team is again providing Advent devotional books for anyone to use. There will be three options. Countdown to Christmas and Oh Holy Night are more interactive and family-oriented. Hope-Full Living is more adult-focused. They will be on the In the Word Resource Counter. These devotions can be used in addition to whatever Bible reading plan you are doing. Have a blessed Advent!

5 CHRISTMAS CAROLING! WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20 5:25 PM On Wednesday, December 20, at 5:25 pm, we will meet, divide into small groups, and bring some Christmas cheer to our homebound members. This will include those in nursing homes, as well as those confined to their homes. While we are thankful for the Sounds of Praise members who lead us, all who can make a joyful noise are needed and welcomed by our members SNOWBIRDS Are you leaving soon? Have you already left? Help us save some return postage costs by notifying us of when you are leaving, returning, and share your snowbird address with us! Please remember that due to postal regulations, if you are having your mail forwarded, bulk mail items, like the newsletter, do not qualify for that service. We are charged $1.15 for each newsletter that is returned. As always, the newsletter is available online at ANNUAL MEETING Sunday, January 14, :30 pm IMPORTANT MEETING! The 2018 Budget and reports will be available January 1. Please mark your calendars! More information and details will be coming... IT S JACKET SEASON A quick reminder to double check your coats to make sure that you grabbed the same jacket you came with. Also, a reminder to not leave valuables in your coat pockets or on the coat rack. New Sunday Adult Bible Classes beginning December 3, 2017 OBSCURE BIBLE STORIES: This class will be led by DCE Josh Heirigs and delve into some of the more obscure stories in Scripture that you might not have gotten in Sunday school. We will identify how these seemingly out of place stories truly have a place in God's Word. CHRISTIAN WITNESS AT LIFE'S END: The impact we can have in our final days and as we remind our family of what mattered most to us can be eternal. In this Bible Study we will not only talk about the hope we have but work on forming together our obituaries and funeral services to pass on that hope to others. Pastor Koglin will lead this study. Pastor Thwala will be speaking on December 10 for this study to give an update on the work God is doing in Africa! BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS... BY BEING IN THE WORD: Questions we will answer in this class: Do you feel God is your Father? Do you feel Jesus is your Brother? Do you feel believers are your 'brothers'? Do you feel unbelievers could become your 'brothers'? Join this informal study with Rich Gommels and see how building relationships happens in the Bible and in your life! JOINT CLASS ON DECEMBER 31: Structure of the LCMS Classes will be together on December 31st as Josh leads discussion on the Structure of the LCMS. Meet in the South Fellowship Hall for this class! Page 5

6 Page 6 Order Your Poinsettia Today! The Christmas Decorating Committee will again be ordering poinsettias for the church this year. Any individual or group wishing to donate a poinsettia, may do so by completing the form below. The Altar Guild appreciates your gift! Please indicate how many plants you would like. Poinsettias: $13 each. (No bow. Gold foil covers.) Poinsettia Color Choice: Red Pink White Should we receive more funds than we have room for poinsettias, extra funds will used for greenery and other decorations. Mark the envelope Christmas Decorating and make the check payable to Redeemer Lutheran Church. Forms and checks may be sent to or left in the church office or placed in the offering plate no later than Monday, December 12. Name: If you would like to give this/these Poinsettias in memory/honor of a loved one, please print the name below: In of: memory In honor of: (Please return to the church office. Thank you!) In Loving Memory... JUDY ANN MUELLER Judy Ann was born on March 15, 1944, in a farmhouse in Clearwater, Nebraska. On April 9 of that same year, she was claimed as God s daughter for eternity and given an inheritance that would neither spoil nor fade through the waters of her baptism. She met William while both were living in California and they married in Brunswick, Nebraska, on October 21, Although living in many places, LaCrescent, Minnesota, was where she called home. She still visited with good friends there until her passing. Judy also enjoyed her winters in Mission, Texas, and too kept in touch with many good friends even though she was unable to keep winter Texas-ing the last few years. She was proud of her faith and used its power to carry her through life until the end. On October 28 Judy died from complications from her Leukemia surrounded by her family and her Savior. In memory of Judy let us pray each day as she did. Read our Bibles each day as she did. And find our joy in Jesus in even the most challenging times, as she did. JOHN A. RANDALL John A. Randall was born on June 25, 1933, in Rochester to Warren and Marie. On March 25, 1955, John was given the robe of righteousness and claimed as God s son for eternity through the waters of His baptism. He graduated from Rochester High School in 1951, where he excelled in sports, especially wrestling. On November 21, 1953, he married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Germaine. The couple moved to Cape May, NJ, where John served in the US Coast Guard for two years. Following his service, he completed his education at the University of Minnesota and the School of Physical Therapy at Mayo Clinic. When he retired he was Supervisor of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Rochester Methodist Hospital. Family was an important part of John s life and he was blessed to be the father of three daughters, the grandfather of eight grandchildren, and the great grandfather of three grandchildren. On Thursday November 16, John passed away in his home, surrounded by His family, completely at peace with His Savior, and waiting to see Jesus face to face. Let us like John, live each day with a smile on our face thinking about what it will be like to see Jesus face to face.

7 Tax Planning Hints (for Seniors and possibly others) As Christians, we support our government and pay our taxes. But that does not mean we pay more than is necessary. Keep in mind these legal tax hints. 1. Required distributions from 401k, 403b, IRA, and other taxdeferred plans at age 70 1/2. If you direct some or all of this directly to your church or other qualified charity, you do not pay tax on it. 2. Grouping deductions. As the standard deduction continues to rise (and may go up substantially soon) fewer people are able to deduct their charitable donations. For those that might be slightly under the threshold, it can be advantageous to group two years into one. For instance, it is possible to give 2018 church contributions yet this year. Just mark your intent very clearly on your envelope, and the treasurer will set aside these funds in a dedicated account to be rolled over into the budget during That might allow you to take greater advantage of your deductions for and you can still take the standard deduction for Keep in mind to meet IRS requirements, the funds must be given in and you cannot ask for them back! Notes of Thanks... THANK YOU I would just like to thank all those in the Redeemer family that gave cards and memorials and words of encouragement and condolences and prayers to our family during this time of loss for our family. Words cannot express what a blessing it is to be part of such a body of believers. I thank our Lord that the sting of death is not the end and that we have victory in Jesus. "Oh death where is thy victory, oh grave where is thy sting." We can stand on the promise in Job 19: For I know that my Redeemer liveth, and that He shall stand at the latter day upon the earth: And though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God. - John Van Proosdy THANK YOU Thank you for remembering me with a beautiful rose on my 85th birthday. God bless everyone! - Marge Job THANK YOU Thank you so much for all the prayers, cards, phone calls, and support from the Redeemer Church family while Al was in the hospital, rehab and again at the hospital before he died. Thank you Pastor Adam, Bob Keith, Bill Cochran, Jan Dicke, Iva Kietzmann for their visits, and April Beckman, and Beth Hanson for their beautiful music and also the ladies who served the nice lunch. It s wonderful to be a member of such a caring church family. - Ruth Hein and family THANK YOU Thanks to everyone for your prayers, visits, calls and cards for my recent hospitalization. God bless all of you. - Elnora Hildestad THANK YOU Our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful friends at Redeemer for your prayers, phone calls, cards, thoughts and food brought in to us during our recent health concerns. We know your prayers have helped and encouraged us. EiLeen still has many hours of rehabilitation ahead of her and Dick still has more surgery and other procedures in the months ahead. We know God will continue to give us strength to face all challenges. Thank you all so very much. - EiLeen and Dick Miller Page 7

8 Music Notes by April Beckman, DPM THANK YOU! A Huge Thank you to the many musicians who gave of their time and talent for the Reformation 500 Hymn Festival. It was such a joyous event to have all Circuit congregations join together and have representation from our Region congregations at the service. To God be the Glory! SHARE YOUR MUSICAL TALENTS! If you are able to help provided music for the Advent Festival on December 3 please contact April Beckman. CHRISTMAS IS COMING SOON! As the season approaches, there are many music concert opportunities to take advantage of in the area: The Christmas Cantata will be at Redeemer December 10 at both services. Sounds of Praise and Trinity Sanctuary Choir will join together in sharing Christmas songs throughout the service. Both choirs will share the cantata at Trinity on Dec. 17 at their services.! Did you know?...that our church library has resources to help you stay "IN THE WORD"? There are several devotional books that have daily devotions for an entire year that can be checked out for the whole time. No need to return in four weeks, use them for the year and return them when you have finished. There are also some that have fewer devotions and may be kept for duration of the book. These books are in the non-fiction section 5 under the "Devotional" heading. Please stop by and see what is available. Other Christmas Concerts in the area Dec. 1 An Andy and Bing Christmas 7:30 (Mayo Civic Center) Dec. 8 RCLS Christmas Program (PK Gr. 4) 6:30 pm Dec Choral Arts Ensemble Christmas at Assisi Dec. 14 RCLS Advent Concert 6:30 pm CHRISTMAS CAROLING will take place Wednesday, December 20. EVERYONE is encouraged to come and share Christmas carols to our home bound members! Please meet in the Narthex at 5:25 pm to be divided into groups. There is no Advent service and dinner that night, so we can get started a little earlier! Drivers are needed After the New Year is a great time to join any music group! Please prayerfully consider sharing your time and talent for next year! SAVE THE DATE The Organ has a 50h birthday celebration coming up in January. Come for an afternoon of organ music on January 28 at 3:30 p.m. Page 8

9 Grief and Loss Class Starting Soon! Grief and Loss Support/Discussion Group for Redeemer Members If you have suffered the loss of a loved one and would like to join together within a supportive, Christian group to remember, talk, and share in a confidential environment, please let us know if you are interested in joining us: Wednesday afternoons, from 1-2:30, from January 10 through February 28 Please respond, if you are interested, by Sunday, December 31, as the group will be limited to 10 individuals. Additionally, we ask that you plan to attend all 8 sessions, to provide consistency and cohesiveness for all members of the group. To sign up or if you have any questions, please call Kathy Zarling, RN, Parish Nurse, at , Jan Ludwig, RN, at , or the Redeemer church office, at The weekly themes will be as follows: Weekly Support/Discussion Group Themes: Week One: Week Two: Defining grief and loss, both Biblically and personally (Getting acquainted, sharing stories, and sharing individual perceptions of grief and loss) Learning about the Three Ns of Grief: Normal, Natural, and Necessary (Sharing Biblical and personal experiences and physical and emotional symptoms in being a survivor of loss) Week Three: Learning about and discussing healthy coping methods for grief and loss as well as dealing with the emotions of anger, guilt, loneliness, depression, fear, and sudden upsurges of grief Week Four: Week Five: Week Six: Discussing the importance of prayer in our daily lives (particularly during the healing process, & using supportive scriptural passages) Identifying the H-E-A-Ling People in our life and how they connect us all to God, helping us to know When we are feeling better Making personal commitments in healing from loss: Starting to develop Personal Action Plans Week Seven: Planning for Rebuilding and Remembering loved ones, as well as discussing practices in self-care, spiritual support, and healthy coping Week Eight: Putting It All Together: Next Steps in healthy grieving, healing and beyond! (Includes important resources available to us all) Page 9

10 Health Notes Holiday Depression You may not be aware of this, but the holiday season is one of the biggest seasons for depression. Each year more that 36,000 people take their own lives. In addition 374,000 are treated in emergency departments for self - inflicted injuries. No community is immune from depression and suicide and none of us are immune to feeling blue at sometime. Expectations are that the holiday season is full of joy and love. 1. Stay realistic. Don t get hung up on what the holidays are supposed to be like or feel that you re supposed to be happy all the time. If you are comparing your holidays to some ideal holiday picture, they will always come up short. 2. Don t let small things bother you. Don t run yourself ragged just to live up to holiday tradition. So what if you don t get lights on the roof this year? So what if you don t get the perfect decorations from the crawl space? Give yourself a break. 3. Do something different. Try something different if you are too stressed by the holidays. Have Thanksgiving at a restaurant. Spend Christmas Day cross-country skiing after attending worship services. Get your family to skip gifts and instead donate the money to charity. 4. Stay connected. If you have been depressed, you need a network of close friends and family to turn to when things get tough. So during the holidays, take time to get together with your support team regularly. Keep in touch at church and let others help you. 5. Stay positive and upbeat! Easier said than done. If you try to take the holidays as they come and limit your expectations both good and bad you may enjoy them more. Remember it is just one day!!! Page Scripture and Prayer! Attend the Service of Hope and Encouragement Thursday, December 14, at 6 pm. Redeemer members will be sharing scripture and prayer for those who are struggling in the holiday season. Study the scriptures, which give you hope and encouragement.

11 Stewardship: Your Response to God s Love October 21/22 Worship Attendance ( ) S.S. & Bible Classes (93+113) Guests Budget Offerings... $14, District/Synod... $ October 28/29 Worship Attendance ( ) S.S. & Bible Classes ( ) Guests Budget Offerings... $14, District/Synod... $ November 4/5 Worship Attendance ( ) S.S. & Bible Classes ( ) Guests Budget Offerings... $21, District/Synod... $ November 11/12 Worship Attendance ( ) S.S. & Bible Classes ( ) Guests Budget Offerings... $14, District/Synod... $ THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS Thrivent Financial members can show their thanks by directing Choice Dollars to Redeemer and other worthy causes. If you re a Thrivent member who has Choice Dollars, take this opportunity to direct them to a charitable organization of your choice. Call to ask about Thrivent Choice. GIVING STOCK? A gentle reminder to plan ahead as the end of the year approaches. Stock gifts must be received by December 31 to be credited for OFFERING ENVELOPES ARE NOW AVAILABLE Your 2018 weekly offering envelopes are now available on tables in the Education Hallway. If you are unable to locate your envelopes, please leave your name and contact information on the sheet provided and the office will get in touch with you. Envelope numbers will change every year, so please be sure you do not use your 2018 envelopes before January 1, PLEDGES If you have not yet filled out and submitted your pledge form, please do so! Blank forms can be found at the Welcome Center. They can be returned to the houses in the Narthex, placed in the offering plate, or returned to the church office. ADVENT OFFERINGS Unless otherwise designated, 25% of Advent worship offerings will be designated for the Redeemer Church Work Scholarship Fund. Profits from the Advent Suppers are shared with Orphan Grain Train. CHRISTMAS OFFERINGS Unless otherwise designated, our Christmas offerings will be distributed as follows: 50% budget, 10% KINDLE (Karpenko Institute for Nurturing and Developing Leadership Excellence), 10% to Rochester Servant Event, 15% Camp Omega, 15% Salvation Army Emergency Fund. FINANCIAL UPDATE October Budget Income: $91,248 YTD Income: $824,068 October Budget Expense: $73,899 YTD Expenses: $756,072 Praise be to God to all for your continued faithful giving, allowing the continued support of current and new ministries! Page 11

12 ChristCare Ministry News IS GOD CALLING YOU TO BECOME PART OF THE CHRISTCARE MINISTRY HERE AT REDEEMER? To have vital and effective ChristCare Small Groups, we need people who are willing and able to serve as Leaders and Equippers. An upcoming training session is planned to start in early January. A ChristCare Group Leader is a Christian who has given prayerful consideration to serve a small group of up to 12 people. This group meets on a regular basis to grow in their relationship with Jesus and with one another, and to equip one another for their ministry in daily life. Your leadership training will equip you with numerous skills, including: Communication skills (such as listening and assertiveness) Leadership skills Spiritual growth You use these skills as a Leader, and they will also help you be more effective as a parent, spouse, manager, employee, friend, neighbor, church member, and Christian witness. Those individuals who serve in this way consistently say, "I get much more from serving as a ChristCare Group Leader than I'm ever able to give." Serving God in this way, together with a team of other committed Christians, is an experience that should not be missed. Equippers are the congregational leaders who make the ChristCare Ministry happen. They plan for the ministry, develop support for it, find and train Leaders, help ChristCare groups grow, and make the ministry work well with the congregation's other ministries. If you have these skills, please consider joining the Equippers' team: Enjoys people Is an action- and detail-oriented person Is cooperative and comfortable working as part of a team Is willing to learn and grow Has abilities in teaching, leadership, administration, planning, and supervising others. The training for both a leader and an Equipper is 16 weeks. Don't let the 16 weeks of training turn you off. The time really does fly by! The sessions are once a week for hours. There has yet to be a group that hasn't exclaimed, I can't believe we're half-way through the training already! What past Leaders and Equippers have said about the training and the ChristCare Ministry: ChristCare training was a blessing for me personally. Being hesitant to sign up, I was surprised with how interesting the leadership made the biblical focus along with the personal growth agenda. Dewey Wondrasch, New Leader I share my ChristCare Group experience with you; because although I was a skeptic, my life was changed when I came into a group where we cared for each other, searched the scriptures, praised and worshiped the Holy One, and reached out to help others outside our group. The 40 hours of training went by quickly and at the end of it, I didn t want the group to disperse. I relish the friends I made, am so thankful for the growth in my faith, and the knowledge of what a grand experience a ChristCare Group is. Liz Ketchum, current Leader (continued on the next page) Page 12

13 My passion for ChristCare is focused on the value of Christians getting together and forming friendships. What better way is there to do that than to study God s Word, pray, and share our joys and sorrows with one another. Bonnie Haugen, former Equipper I have met many people because of the two ChristCare groups I am involved with. There are many different ages, backgrounds, education, and professions that join together. We each bring something great to the meetings with different ways to see the same things. But my favorite thing about ChristCare is the love. ChristCare is not just a Bible study; it's an addition to my family. Joy Fetchenhier, Equipper You are given a solid foundation of skills, and you have this incredible support system with the Equippers. If you have questions or concerns, they are available for advice and support. Not only have I utilized leadership training material in my work for guidance when leading meetings, but also in my personal life when dealing with difficult situations. It is an amazing opportunity, and I have been blessed beyond belief by leading. I get more out of leading and growing my relationship with Jesus Christ than I could have possibly imagined! Dawn Shelstad, Leader If you are interested in taking the leadership training or visiting and joining an existing group, contact one of the Equippers: Paul Collopy, Joy Fetchenhier, Michael Harvey, Paula Muth, Sue Tollers, Baby Bottles In The Narthex The RLCW is sponsoring a Baby Bo le fund drive for New Life Family Services now and con nuing un l Sanc ty of Life Sunday on January 21, Simply take a bo le home and use it as a mite box for your spare change during this period, or include a check made out to New Life Family Services, then return them to the church office. Be sure to fill out the enclosed slip with your name and address to ensure you receive a taxdeduc ble receipt. For those who may be unfamiliar with the Chris an organiza on, here is a brief descrip on: You may also find them at as well as on Facebook. 1. Na onally unique: With four offices in Minnesota, it serves over 10,000 men, women, and children every year. 2. Comprehensive, Quality and FREE Services: Pregnancy tes ng Decision making Counseling Sexually Transmi ed Infec on (STI) Licensed Adop on agency serving Post adop on support Ultrasound Paren ng educa on both birth parent and adop ve family Tes ng and treatment Material aid and support Post abor on support 3. Qualified Licensed Staff: Services are provided by licensed social workers. Medical services are provided by Licensed MD's and RN's. 4. Commitment to Serve with Love and Share the Gospel New Life firmly believes in sharing the Gospel of Jesus with all those who walk through the doors. They receive no government funds and depend en rely on dona ons keeping them free of government interference. ALL DONATIONS COLLECTED IN THIS DRIVE WILL REMAIN IN OUR ROCHESTER LOCATION. MEMORIALS AND SPECIAL GIFTS $20 for Music Fund in memory of Ketan Schwerman $84 for Organ Maintenance in honor of Herb Mueller s 84th birthday $59 for Handbell Fund in honor of Herb and Betty Mueller s 59th wedding anniversary $120 in memory of Herb Sackett for Library Fund $36.50 for Youth Fund $100 for Polka Band Fund $200 for Endowment Fund $76.50 for Altar Guild $100 for PYROS $1490 for Hearing Loop $90 for Creation Fund in memory of Janet VanProosdy $25 for Quilters in memory of Nancy Keith Popp $100 for Quilters, $100 for Parish Nursing, $100 for Redeemer Scholarship Fund, $50 for Project Compassion, $175 for Handbells, $400 for Rochester Servant Event, $100 for Christmas Decorating, $100 for POBLO, and $100 for the Healing Loop in memory of Al Hein $250 for Good Samaritan Fund $125 for Psalm 37:4 Fund $25 for Christmas Decorating $500 for Christmas Decorating in memory of Dana Eisenman $30 for Library Fund $10 for POBLO Page 13

14 Church Council Highlights - November 14, 2017 Old Business Review & Acceptance of August Minutes: Tracy Decklever MOTION: Accept October 2017 Council Minutes M/ S/P: Tom Werle/Dawn Radke Review & Acceptance of the Treasurer s Report: Eric Brown MOTION: Accept October 2017 Treasurer s Report M/S/P: Mandie Anderson/Dawn Shelstad Trustees Report: Curt Walter Reviewed some of the things the Trustees are planning: a second Fall clean up, shortening a pew because of the sound board, disposing of the old choir chairs, among other things In Randy s office there is a white board with a list of things for the Trustees to do that can be added as things arise At Large Report(s): Joan McCormick, Dawn Shelstad, Dawn Radtke, Molly Gommels Joan McCormick: The people on her list are grateful to be kept informed. People really embrace their positions in the church and all are needed to make this place function. Curt Walter: Wants to touch base with Connie and Josh after the first of the year about what the Rochester Servant Event can do at Riverside this coming summer Update on Council Discussion of Director of Arab (Cultural) Women s Outreach (Rayaweh (Martha) Farag): Pastor Koglin Reviewed the history of this position Council needs to decide how to fund this position ($12,000/year) to move forward with the legal paperwork which is due before the next Voters Meeting This is a mission so it is proposed to use mission funds to fund 2018 expense During the January Voters Meeting, the Council will give the rationale of approving the 2018 funding. It will be important that members understand that this is a mercy mission to which they can donate to help meet our 2.5 year commitment MOTION: To fund the Director of Arab (Cultural) Women s Outreach for Rayaweh (Martha) Farag for 2018 using the remainder of the Prior Year Council Undesignated Missions, Stoltenberg Bequest Mission with the remainder coming from the Stoltenberg fund. M/S/P Tom Werle/Mandie Anderson Elders Report: Tom Werle Elders are communicating with members of their zones concerning the In the Word drive. Encouraging those that have pledged to read. Others encouraged that it isn t too late to join in the reading drive Tim Rossman is the elder representative on the Membership Ministry Team. He has been sharing what the team is working on and shared the talking points to speak with someone about the church. Community Engagement, Education, Riverside Parent Community & Advisory Team: Josh Heirigs/ Connie Scheid/Curt Walter Connie Scheid: Riverside is decorating a tree for the Festival of Trees Pastor is going to send Curt and Connie a couple of questions to be taken to Slatterly Park Neighborhood Association for the Annual report Page 14 Redeemer Christmas Tree Follow-up: Dawn Shelstad/ Connie Scheid Three Christmas trees were purchased $ was spent Rich Gommels will submit a request from the Memorials Team to cover the expense MOTION: To take the funds to cover the cost of the Christmas trees out of Council Undesignated Fund if expense is not covered by Memorials Fund M/S/ P Mandie Anderson/ Joan McCormick Final Ministry Team Budgets & Annual Reports: Kathy Zarling Ministry Team Budgets were due today Annual reports due before December 12, 2017 Council meeting

15 Feed My Starving Children: Josh Heirigs 64 from Redeemer attended 27,000 meals packed As a district (4 packing sites) 778,248 meals were packed The fee was $25/participant New Business Action Item Regarding Associate Pastor moving costs from Personnel & Staffing: Kathy Zarling/Pastor Koglin Marcia Cochran, of the Personnel and Staffing Committee (P & S) made the following motion, which was supported, unanimously, by the entire P & S Committee: I make a motion that the Personnel and Staffing Committee has recommended that Redeemer pay all necessary and reasonable moving expenses for Associate Pastor and his family. The utilization of a commercial/ professional moving firm is encouraged, should he so choose, with a request that Redeemer review the bids for professional movers. Airfare for two to look for a house, if necessary, and mileage for driving their vehicle to Rochester, as well as lodging expenses necessary to facilitate the move are additional examples, but not intended to be exclusive examples, of reasonable and necessary expenses. I also make a motion that the Personnel and Staffing committee recommend that Redeemer fund the payment of Associate Pastor s moving expenses, by moving the unused balance of the Pastoral Transition Fund to a holding account for those expenses and by supplementing that balance by moving enough unused funds budgeted for the Associate Pastor s 2017 salary to bring that holding account to a total of $25,000. MOTION: To accept the motion proposed by the Personnel and Staffing Team M/S/P Mandie Anderson/Dawn Shelstad Call Update & Voters Meeting: Kathy Zarling/Pastor Koglin Thank you for all the work at the meeting Member turnout was excellent Associate Pastor Call Update: Kathy Zarling/Pastor Koglin Pastor Koglin has been in touch with Pastor Loos and answered additional questions Please keep Pastor Loos, his family and his congregations in your prayers Kathy Zarling sent letters on behalf of the council and Call Committee to Pastor Loos congregations to let them know that we extended a call to Pastor Loos and that we are keeping them in our prayers Formation of the Tech Team: Michael Harvey It is proposed and accepted by Council that Tech Team takes full responsibility on all Technology budget items and signing authority Tech Team is no longer under Trustees Joan McCormick will continue to be the Tech Team Member at Large. Her sheet will be updated Computer Software, Computer Hardware and Technology will be combined in the At Large Admin sheet as Tech Team with PP Projection and Web Site listed under Eric Brown and Anita Werle can select how these items will be placed in the budget That the Budget Break Out and the Budget Proposal sheet have the same name listed for this line item Staff Report(s): Pastor Koglin, Michael Harvey, Josh Heirigs Discussion on putting information on the cost of the donuts and coffee in the bulletin so people are aware of the shortage. Molly Gommels will send in a note for the bulletin. Annual Staff Salary Update: Eric Brown Increases are in line with District guidelines The Board of Elders recommends increases for called staff in accordance with the District guidelines and brings them to Council for approval Council approves increases for non-called staff It was pointed out that relief custodian and relief secretary are two separate line items MOTION: To approve 2018 staff salaries as presented with the change to the relief custodian and relief secretary lines M/S/P Mandie Anderson/Dawn Radke MOTION: To accept Personnel and Staffing recommendation to offer compensation to staff for additional work during vacancy M/S/P Tom Werle/Dawn Shelstad Page 15

16 Everyone had fun during our Trunk-n-Treat Event! Page 16

17 Reformation 500 Festival Hymn Sing from Circuit Visitor - Pastor Fritsch There are so many people to thank: singers, organists, instrumentalists, other directors, the good people of Trinity, pastors, etc. But I wish to single out April Beckman for special acknowledgment. Yes, she worked with dozens and dozens of other talented singers and musicians--and she could not have done it without them--but she, with her inspirational, organizational and musical talents, pulled it all together and "made it sing." Thank you, April! Page 17

18 YOUTH: Pizza Ranch December 4th! We need youth to bus tables. Please sign up for a shi that works for you! Parents, come on out and eat a great meal and you can help bus tables with your child! Advent Meals December 6th: YOUTH, we need you to help the RSE crew serve the advent meal this evening! Please find Michael, Paul or Julie to find out how YOU can help them! December 13th: Youth Ministry is serving the advent meal. We expect we will be serving pizza! Please look for s on what to bring and when you will need to be there! This will be a GREAT TIME! MEETING: Your thoughts are needed! If you are a youth grades 8 12, you are eligible to go on the summer mission trip. For many years we have gone to Chicago and served alongside many of our friends to further God's mission there. Josh would like to discuss with you a new trip and get your thoughts. If you are a member of the youth ministry team, a former Chicago mission trip alum, or a youth grades 8 12, you are invited to come and discuss with an open heart and mind. This is happening December 3rd a er the late service in Room 102. IGNITE: December 3rd: PARTY NIGHT AT IGNITE! Come and enjoy some video games from 6 8 for grades 6 12 December 10th: Come and enjoy food, games, music and the topic of Fic onal Holiday Characters! Grades 6 12 invited PYROS: December 16th Youth! We are ringing bells at the Red Ke les on Saturday, December 16th from 6 8pm! We are mee ng at the East Door of JC Penney where we will serve! Dress Warm! OTHER: SNOW TUBING JAN 6th! Please watch for more informa on on this SUPER FUN event!!! DECEMBER DATES TO REMEMBER!!!! December 24th and 31st: No PYROS or IGNITE December 27th: No CONFIRMATION Christmas Eve Service Prac ces: December 3, 10, 17th from 4:30 5:30 Page 18

19 Christmas Is Coming! That means it s time for Christmas Tree decorating at Samaritan Bethany. What a fun way to spread some Christmas cheer! All the decorations are provided, just your time is needed. All you have to do is put the decorations on the trees. This would be a great project for a confirmation class, Circle, a Christ Care group, families, a coffee group or a group of friends. There are more than 50 trees that need decorating. We don t need the trees done all at once, or by the same group. If you want to come for an hour (or more) and do a couple of trees, that would be great! Just about any time of the day or evening would work. Contact Ronnie Robertson (volunteer coordinator) and she ll get you scheduled. Her is: rrobertson@samaritanbethany. com and her phone number is You can also contact Jane Quaintance (Board Chair) at janequaintance@gmail.com or if you have questions. Help is also needed taking down the decorations after the holidays, so be thinking of that, too. Thank you! Samaritan-Bethany is located at th St. NW in Rochester. Page 20 Rummage Sale Proceeds 2017 DISTRIBUTION OF RUMMAGE SALE FUNDS Thanks to donors of merchandise, the customers who bought, and the work of many willing volunteers, the 2017 Rummage Sale net proceeds totaled $5000. The funds have been distributed to the following: Balance available: $5,000 Redeemer: Community Resource/Riverside School $500 Provides supplies for needs of children at Riverside School, also receiving Redeemer Sunday School offerings Arab Women s Ministry $500 Support for coordinator in this mission field. Redeemer Church Worker Scholarship Fund $500 Funds available for Redeemer members studying at the seminary or in other church work Redeemer Good Samaritan Fund $250 Funds made available for use by Pastor at his discretion. Lutheran Outreach: Shepherd Canyon Retreat $500 Located in AZ, this retreat offers week-long counseling retreats for men and women in full-time ministry who are in the midst of various stages of burnout, stress, depression, and conflicts of all kinds. An RSO of LCMS. Camp Omega $250 Financial support for kitchen renovation project Rochester Outreach : Brighter Tomorrows $500 Organization ministering to families who have child with cancer. Monthly meetings at Grace Lutheran, provides support and activities for the families. All funding comes from donations. Mission 21 $500 Sex trafficking prevention and support for survivors. All funding comes from donations and grants. Next Chapter Ministries $500 Building relationships with men, women, youth who have been impacted by crime, restoring them to God, family and community. MN Adult & Teen Challenge $500 Mission: restoring hope to people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. In addition to the effective and affordable shorter-term residential/outpatient programs and long-term faith-based recovery program, extensive prevention and transitional/aftercare services are available. Salvation Army $250 Financial support for Good Samaritan Health Clinic Project Legacy $250 Support for youth of color, all funding comes from Page 19

20 Tanzanian Sewing Center $25,000 In a remote area of Tanzania, southeast of Lake Victoria, is an extremely arid region of 19,601 square miles. Many girls live here in small villages who do not go to school or work. They are at the mercy of their villages for assistance. Many of the girls end up ge ng married at a very young age just to have someone to take care of them. Some end up as slaves as a result of human trafficking. Many become pros tutes and end up with AIDS. These girls have no skills to rely on for their own support. Their lives are filled with despair and despera on. The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania South East Lake Victoria Diocese (ELCT SELVD) is aware of their situa on and wants to help. They are dedicated to helping these girls, bringing them the Good News of Jesus and bap zing them. Once these girls know of our Savior s love and sacrifice for our sins, they can share it with their families and friends. Teaching them to sew will help sustain them physically as they make items for others that can be purchased. Teaching them about Jesus will sustain them spiritually. All this is happening at the new Missional Sewing Center. This center will be a school and a place to live, housing 50 students. All the supplies, including sewing machines, sewing supplies, furniture, and instruc on will be provided with this grant chosen at the 2017 LWML Conven on. The churches in the district are very compassionate and caring, showing their support by purchasing the items the girls make. Thanks to the church leaders, there are also markets where these goods can be sold. This center will help the ELCT SELVD fulfill their mission of connec ng with all their people, even those living in the remote bush areas, bringing them the Gospel and the hope of eternal life with Jesus. Page 20 One of their primary purposes is to serve all people spiritually, mentally, and physically through Jesus Name. A er one year, each girl will: 1) have her own pocket money; 2) be able to feed herself for one year; 3) have enough money to buy her own sewing machine; and 4) have enough money to buy her materials for projects to sell for the next year. All of this is in response to Mt. 25:36 & 40, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me And the King will answer them, Truly I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me. The leaders of the ELCT SELVD believe they can make a difference in the lives of these girls, showing them the love of Jesus; teaching them about Jesus, and showing them a future with hope and the knowledge of Jesus life, death, and resurrec on. Prayer #1 Gracious Lord, bless the leaders of this Lutheran Church in Tanzania. They are striving to teach their young girls about Jesus and helping them to a be er life with new skills. Bless all their work. Send the Holy Spirit to guide them and encourage them. Open doors for them and help make their efforts frui ul and change the lives of these girls. In Jesus Holy Name we pray. Amen Prayer #2 Dearest Heavenly Father, through scripture You have shown us the love Jesus had for children during His earthly ministry. Bless these girls in Tanzania as they learn about Jesus and a new life skill. Through the work of the Holy Spirit, may then come to know Jesus as their savior and joyfully share this Good News with their families and friends. In Jesus Holy Name we pray. Amen

21 Redeemer Lutheran Calendar December 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 2 10:00a SS Program Practice 4:00p Youth Christmas Practice 5:30p HOLY COMMUNION 1 All Day: Organ Tuning in Sanctuary 8 9 8:30a Cantata Practice 10:00a Sunday School Program Practice 5:30p WORSHIP 7 10:15a Faithfully Fit 1:00p Faithful Followers CC 2:00p Eagles Wings CC 4:30p Stephen Ministry 6:00p RLCW Christmas Social 7:00p Chancel Chimes 7:00p Lutherans For Life 6 10:00a POBLO Sewing 12:30p Japanese Fellowship 1:00p Family Ministry Team 4:15p WORSHIP 5:00p Supper (5-6:30) 5:45p Youth Chimes (7-12) 6:00p Alleluia Singers (2-6) 6:05p Cherub Choir 6:10p Confirmation 6:30p Angelic Chimes (2-6) 7:00p WORSHIP 7:45p Sounds of Praise 5 9:00a Men s Bible Study 9:00a Ladies Bible Study 10:30a FFF 6:30p CC Equippers 7:00p Elders 4 8:00a Quilters 10:15a Story Time 4:00p Girl Scouts 4:00p Pizza Ranch Fundraiser 6:00p FCCI Training 3 HOLY COMMUNION - 8 and 10:40 am 9:00a Blood Pressures 3:00p Advent Festival 6:00p IGNITE PASTOR THWALA VISIT PASTOR THWALA VISIT 16 9:00a Cantata Practice at Trinity 10:00a Sunday School Program Practice 5:00p Blood Pressures 5:30p HOLY COMMUNION 15 9:30a Library Committee 14 10:15a Faithfully Fit 6:00p Service of Hope and Encouragement 7:00p Chancel Chimes 13 10:00a POBLO Sewing 4:15p WORSHIP 5:00p Supper (5-6:30) 5:45p Youth Chimes (7-12) 6:00p Alleluia Singers (2-6) 6:05p Cherub Choir 6:10p Confirmation 6:30p Angelic Chimes (2-6) 7:00p WORSHIP 7:45p Sounds of Praise 12 9:00a Men s Bible Study 9:00a Ladies Bible Study 10:30a FFF 6:15p GTO Team 6:30p Trustees 6:30p Youth Board 7:30p Church Council 11 8:00a Quilters 10:15a Story Time 6:00p Lynne Gaunt CC 6:30p Emmanuel CC 7:00p J.O.Y. CC 10 CANTATA WORSHIP - 8 and 10:40 pm 9:00a Blood Pressures 9:20a Sunday School/B.C. 2:00p Japanese Fellowship 4:30p Youth Christmas Practice 4:30p Instruments of Praise 6:00p PYROS 6:30p Agape CC TBA Youth Christmas Practice 21 10:15a Faithfully Fit 1:00p Faithful Followers 7:00p Chancel Chimes 7:00p Technology Team 20 Caroling 10:00a POBLO Sewing 1:00p Seekers CC 1:00p Shalom CC 5:30p Caroling 5:45p Angelic Chimes 6:00p Alleluia Singers (2-6) 6:00p Cherub Choir 7:00p Sounds of Praise 7:00p Youth Christmas Practice 19 9:00a Men s Bible Study 9:00a Ladies Bible Study 10:30a FFF 6:30p Koinonia ChristCare 6:30p FCCI Board Meeting 18 8:00a Quilters 10:15a Story Time NO WORSHIP 17 HOLY COMMUNION - 8 and 10:40 am 9:00a Blood Pressures 9:20a Sunday School/B.C. 2:00p Sunday School Program 4:00p Youth Christmas Practice 6:30p Partners In Christ CC Prayer/Healing 28 10:15a Faithfully Fit 27 6:00p Men s Bible Study 26 9:00a Men s Bible Study 10:30a FFF 6:00p Couples in Christ CC 7:00p Women s Bible Study 25 Christmas Day Office Closed 5:30p HOLY COMMUNION 9:00a HOLY COMMUNION 24 Christmas Eve 10:00a Youth Christmas Practice 1:30p HOLY COMMUNION 3:30p HOLY COMMUNION 5:30p HOLY COMMUNION 11:00p CANDLELIGHT WORSHIP 31 HOLY COMMUNION - 8 and 10:40 am 9:00a Blood Pressures 9:20a Sunday School/B.C. Page 21

22 Acolytes 12/03 8:00 am... Alyssa Fick / Alyvia Tveten 10:40 am... Brandon Mueller / Luke Miller Page 22 12/06 4:15 pm... Isabella Grewe / Alyssa Fick 7:00 pm... MJ Harvey / Luke Miller 12/10 8:00 am... Andrew Sonnabend / Seamus Olive 10:40 am... Katie Berquam / Kyra Schmitz 12/13 4:15 pm... George Gustafson / Gracie Decker 7:00 pm... Seamus Olive / Logan Nelson 12/17 8:00 am... Zack Woolman / Andrew Woolman 10:40 am... Jordan Timbeross / Dylan Greer 12/24 1:30 pm... Brandon Mueller / Kylee Hartson 3:30 pm... Seamus Olive / Liam Olive 5:30 pm... Alyssa Fick / Katie Berquam 12/25 9:00 am... Rebecca Applen / Lauren Schulz 12/31 8:00 am... Zack Koski / George Gustafson 10:40 am... Logan Nelson / Seth Rosenberg Altar Guild Chair: Shelly Potter Members:.. Susan Blood, Donna Mundell, Stephanie Behne Blood Pressure Nurses Blood pressures are taken every Sunday and every third Saturday of the month. December 3... Stephanie Fisk December Barb Wallskog December Clare Lovick West December Jan Dicke December No BP s December Jan Dicke 12/30 5:30 pm... Scott Feeder / Tom Werle 12/31 8:00 am... Tony Fick / Steven Brady 10:40 am... Mark Radtke / Dan Zecccardi Greeters 12/02 5:30 pm...kathy Voight 12/03 8:00 am... Ric Thieke 10:40 am... Volunteer Needed 12/09 5:30 pm... Donna Mundell / Sue Tollers 12/11 8:00 am... Bruce and Janet Ludwig 10:40 am... Darrel and Irene Lande 12/16 5:30 pm... Kim Jensen 12/17 8:00 am... Donna Walters / Linda Malnar 10:40 am... Bill and Wendy Hickey 12/24 1:30 pm... Kurt and Clare West 3:30 pm... Ladue Vatland / Jerry and Bonnie Ott 5:30 pm... Volunteer Needed 12/25 9:00 am... Aaron and Sara Lassila 12/30 5:30 pm... Volunteer Needed 12/31 8:00 am... Volunteer Needed 10:40 am... Volunteer Needed Lay Readers 12/02 5:30 pm... Bob Vehrenkamp 12/03 8:00 am... Sarah Finley 10:40 am... Lynne Gaunt 12/09 5:30 pm... Joel Dubbels 12/11 8:00 am... Julie Gehrking 10:40 am... Jennifer Pralle 12/16 5:30 pm... Donna Mundell 12/17 8:00 am... Megan Grudem 10:40 am... Shari Kmett 12/24 1:30 pm... Donna Mundell 3:30 pm... Carolyn Walk 5:30 pm... Volunteer Needed 12/25 9:00 am... Megan Grudem 12/30 5:30 pm... Clare Lovick West 12/31 8:00 am... Heidi Diercks 10:40 am... June Storma Nursery Schedule 12/03 9:20 am... Anna Koglin / Erin Harvey 10:40 am... Marcia Cochran / Jane Quaintance 12/10 9:20 am... Anna Koglin / Stephanie Fisk 10:40 am... Stephanie Fingerson / Lily Harvey 12/17 9:20 am... Anna Koglin / Kayte Lutzke 10:40 am... Stephanie Fisk / Carole Sorenson 12/24 Christmas Eve: Open for all services but not staffed 12/31 9:20 am... Kate Brown / Eric Brown 10:40 am... Marcia Cochran / Carole Sorenson Pew Maintenance December... Jeff and Judy Lee Technology Helpers 12/02 5:30 pm... Chris Senne 12/03 8:00 am... Dan Zeccardi 10:40 am... Addie Harvey 12/09 5:30 pm... Randall Peck 12/16 5:30 pm... Brandon Rossman 12/17 8:00 am... Jay Kurtz 10:40 am... Ethan Daniels 12/24 1:30 pm... Stephen Smith 3:30 pm... Heidi Diercks 5:30 pm... Blake Hellickson 11:00 pm... Brandon Rossman 12/30 5:30 pm... Randall Peck 12/31 8:00 am... Ian Reese 10:40 am... Ethan Daniels Transportation Please call the church office by Noon on Thursday ( ) if you need a ride to worship. Ushers 5:30 pm... Ken Blazing / Scott Okuno / Terry Severson 8:00 am. Jerry Haack, Bruce Ludwig, Mike Sonnabend, Sam Sonnabend, Damian Chaloner, Ric Thieke, Nick Sonnabend 10:40 am..... Nate Heining, Glenn Prehn, Claryn VanMeekeren, Sam Janssen, Josh Zemke, Ethan Daniels Welcome Center 12/02 5:30 pm... Kim Jensen 12/03 8:00 am... Terry and Sharon Muller 10:40 am... Beth Hanson 12/09 5:30 pm... Sherry Haugen 12/11 8:00 am... Bernie and Ellie Nesler 10:40 am...dan and Terri Zemke 12/16 5:30 pm... Diana and Larry Stoen 12/17 8:00 am... Megan Grudem 10:40 am... Mike and Joan McCormick 12/24 1:30 pm... Diana and Larry Stoen 3:30 pm... Terri and Sharon Muller 5:30 pm...dan and Terri Zemke 12/25 9:00 am... Megan Grudem 12/30 5:30 pm... Curt Haugen 12/31 8:00 am... Bernie and Ellie Nesler 10:40 am... Mike and Joan McCormick Worship Recorders First Sunday... Greg Utesch Second Sunday... Royce Ernst Third Sunday... Greg Utesch Fourth Sunday... Sherrill VanGuilder Fifth Sunday... Greg Utesch Elders 12/02 5:30 pm... Frank Kmett 12/03 8:00 am... Jeff Schoppers 10:40 am... Darin Grewe 12/06 4:15 pm... Mike Holst 7:00 pm... Dan Zeccardi 12/09 5:30 pm... Lynn Meyer 12/10 8:00 am... Joel Pralle 10:40 am... Aaron Peter 12/13 4:15 pm... Scott Feeder 7:00 pm... Randy Hellickson 12/14 6:00 pm... Tim Rossman 12/16 5:30 pm... Joel Pralle 12/17 8:00 am... Mark Radtke 10:40 am... Tony Fick 12/24 1:30 pm.. Kelly Anderson/Tom Werle/Mark Radtke 3:30 pm... Jeff Ihrke/Lynn Meyer/Mike Holst 5:30 pm... Randy Hellickson 11:00 pm... Jeff Schoppers 12/25 9:00 am... Tim Rossman

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