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1 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST SEPTEMBER 2018 Sunday Worship 9:30 am Communion 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month Sunday School 10:45 am Bible Class 11:00 am Sunday Worship and Bible Class Closed Captioned for the Hearing Impaired Pastor: Rev. Glenn E. Fischer Founding Pastor: Rev. Milton Lehr Church Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm (352) forestoakslutheran.com Food Pantry - Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Not To Be Missed: Sept. Servant Schedule 2 Church Life 2 Financial Reports 3 Sunday School 4 Welcome Back 4 LWML News 5 Quilting for Charity 7 Holy Cross Day 8 Memorial & Honor Gifts 9 Patriot Day 9 Birthdays/Anniversaries 11 Calendar 12 Some More on Prayers Have you ever needed strength to face a situation but not known when to pray or how to pray? God is waiting and wants to help us with strength in time of need. Don't be afraid to pray and ask God for His strength to fall on you. When you are weak, weary or unready to stand, and unsure of what to ask, pray along with me. Lord I am tired. My energy is exhausted and my motivation is lagging. I am in need of you, I need your strength and your fresh touch to get back on track again. Your Word says the joy of the Lord is my strength. If that's true, then I need your joy to replace all the weary parts of my bones, my mind, my body and soul. I need your strength to say no when I am tempted to surrender. Don't let me get into a corner. Lord help me not to quit and find strength in that secret place of yours. You are my rock, and I run to you every day. I know that you will lift up my heavy arms, that you will fuel me for the tasks you've given me to do and that your joy will From the Editor: completely consume the weakness of my life and make me strong again. I want to fly like an eagle with you Lord. Renew my strength, Lord. Fill me with your power to overcome each obstacle. With you walking beside me, working through me, I can make it. Thank you, Lord. In Jesus name, Amen Now wasn't that easy? Pray that every day, and you will get out of the doldrums of feeling sorry that you have slowed down. Don't give the devil time to work on you. Be strong and know that God is stronger than anything you can imagine. God is Love and nothing can change that. Norma Karpiscak Whew! Is it September already?? Didn t we have a great VBS this year? We are now planning for all the church events that occur throughout the year. May you have a restful Labor Day in preparation for the work that needs to be done in Drawing People to Christ. Prayerfully consider where you are able to be involved. Your articles and photos make this newsletter, so please them to folc25news@outlook.com. Please use the font Ariel and 12 for the font size in your article. It makes it easier for me to transfer it to the newsletter. For those unable to , you may place it in the newsletter box behind the church SEPTEMBER 16 office. Thank you.

2 Page 2 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST SERVANT SCHEDULE FOR SEPTEMBER Serving on the Altar Guild: Mary Arndt Marliss Bord Terri Arndt Kimberly Lineback Serving as Ushers: Terri Arndt Steve Arndt Darleen Keck Bob Turffs Serving as Greeters: Volunteers needed Serving as Lay Readers: Sept. 2: Anita Hale Sept. 9: Lil Heier Sept. 16: Marge Pritchard Sept. 23: Larry Schmitz Sept. 30: Norma Miller Serving as Counters: Larry Schmitz Vivian Schmitz Bonnie Wright As you fulfill your commitment to serve, you are fulfilling God s words in 1 Peter 4:10: Each one should use the gift he received to serve others, faithfully administering God s grace in its various forms. Thank you. May God continue to bless you as you serve. Oktoberfest: Octoberfest is coming soon. This is our largest fund raiser for the food pantry. This has become an event well supported and enjoyed by all. We have the privilege of entertaining our guests with a wonderful German band that keeps the people singing and dancing. Wonderful German food will be furnished by chef Stanley. The date this year will be October the 26th. This is a wonderful time to invite friends and family to our church. The cost is $20 per adult and $8 per child. Sign up sheet will be at Welcome Center in September. People Helping People: Each year we volunteer to support the program to supply a dinner at the Senior Center in Spring Hill. I will again ask for meat loaf makers for the 7 th of October. I have in the past furnished the meat and pans. I hope to do the same this year. I ask the meat loafs to be brought to church the morning of the 7th and I will cook and deliver them. Sign up sheet at the Welcome Center-any questions see Lonnie. Blood Drive: Last one of the year: be sure and set October 14 th on your calendar. Lives are being saved through your efforts. The pantry continues to remain busy. Keep our volunteers in your prayers as we continue to support the work of the Lord. Thanks for all your support. Lonnie Benmore BODY AND SOUL FOOD MINISTRY NEEDS: cereal saltine crackers canned soup peanut butter jelly bars of soap canned chili and canned beef stew canned yams toilet paper canned sloppy-joe mix pancake mix canned fruit canned pasta (Spaghetti-os) canned potatoes Volunteers stuffing mix plastic bags In July with five Tuesdays, we served 384 families with a total of 961 people, including 232 children and 297 seniors. There were 343 repeat families and 41 new families. The families that we served in July came from the following zip codes: Homeless 6 Please remember our food ministry and the people we serve when you shop and in your prayers.

3 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST Page 3 Forest Oaks Lutheran Church July 2018 Financial Reports General Fund Operations Income $20,264 Disbursements $17,814 Year-to-Date Accounting Income $166,086 Disbursements $145,535 Budget $154,245 Debt Reduction Loan Principal $3,136 Additional Principal $1,360 Year-to-Date Loan Activity Principal $21,824 Additional Principal $7,128 Loan Balance (Sep. 1) $294,128 Accounting Fund Balances General $56,835 Needy Family $202 Memorial Garden $2,742 Endowment Fund $23,989 Major Rep. Income $1,815 Major Rep. Balance $19,440 June Our Worship Services Attendance Were you among these? June Sunday Services July Sunday Services (VBS) 130 Listed below are the number of Communicants who worshipped at God s Altar in 2018 to receive Christ s Body and Blood: June 3 99 June July July Pastor s 2017 Bible Class no class July Picnic Children s Sunday School Financial Report - July Five Sundays helped us make budget again this month. In addition to making budget, we also managed to keep expenses down to less than what was projected. The only place we keep missing budget is the Major Repair and Replacement Fund. After paying for our new carpet, we will be at our minimum required for emergency funds for any big problems that may arise. Any questions, please contact Jesse Ward at June no no July Picnic VBS 13 class class Body and Soul Bible Study Thursday 9 AM In the Conference Room. Coffee and treats served. Please prayerfully consider accepting one of these positions: Treasurer or Finance Committee Chairperson. The Treasurer position requires approximately 3-4 hours a week of your time. The Finance Committee Chairperson works with the property and finance committees including chairing the monthly meeting of the committee. If you are interested in either of these positions, please contact Jess or Judy Ward at

4 Page 4 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST Report from the Finance Committee Thanks to the generosity of our congregation, our 2018 projects under the Major Repair and Replacement Program, namely, painting the church interior and replacing the carpet, have been completed. It is wonderful to see how we are maintaining our facilities to make our church one that glorifies God and is welcoming to newcomers and members alike. However, as the saying goes, We ain t done yet! The Finance and Property Committees are prioritizing additional projects for the coming years and they will be brought before the voters at the next annual meeting. The Major Repair and Replacement Program was established in order to put aside money for specific projects and not wait until we have a crisis. As you notice the butterflies overhead in our narthex, you are reminded that butterflies represent renewal and that is the purpose of the Major Repair and Replacement Fund. The butterflies in the narthex are there to remind us that the FOLC families, through their special offerings, are helping to renew our facilities. As our special offerings grow, so do the number of butterflies grow in the narthex. As you provide an offering for the Major Repair and Replacement Fund, another butterfly appears. If you have any questions about the Butterfly Program please see Ron Stamer or Trudy Ray. As summer vacation has come to an end for almost all school children, Sunday School, although it remained opened during most of the summer, we still want to celebrate Rally Day. Traditionally, this marked the reconvening of Sunday School. We will be having a pancake and egg breakfast in the "old" Sunday School room next to the food pantry. I am planning on having this on Sunday September 9th. I also want to thank so many people who continually give their time and donations to our Sunday School. Gerry Ellis, Lynn and Karen Postel, Sue and Skip Guthrie, Jodell Burgdorf, Marlene Kuhn and Lauren Brandimarto. I also want to thank Bonnie and Ed Wright and Lonnie Benmore for making sure the children have a healthier snack in Sunday School! They enjoy being able to pick out their favorite cereal. We are going to be studying from the Cross Exploration series over the next few months. This series will be covering the following: Jesus Welcomes the Children Jesus Gives the Great Commission Peter Preaches on Pentecost Paul Baptizes the Philippian Jailer Ananias Baptizes Saul John Tells People to Repent Jesus Forgives a Woman Jesus Appears to the Disciples Jesus Teaches about Forgiveness Jesus Gives the Lord s Supper The Emmaus Disciples See Jesus Jesus Touch Heals Jesus Teaches about an Unforgiving Servant Timothy Lives as God s Child Marlene Kuhn will be stepping in and teaching the first lesson on August 19th. Thank you Marlene! It always amazes me how much more I receive with Sunday School than what I give. No matter how much preparation is done, I end up receiving so much more back with my own growth in faith every single time. How great is that! Thank you Jesus! Caryl Kellerman

5 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST Page 5 Bells of Joy BELL RINGERS INVITED: Our Bells of Joy handbell choir will began rehearsals on August 30 th and every Thursday at 5:30pm. No experience necessary!! If you have questions, contact Skip Guthrie, COME JOIN US NOW AND SING! Our Forest Oaks Choir invites anyone who loves to sing to join us as we begin rehearsals for our Fall Season. We will start on Thursday, September 13 th at 7:00pm in the choir loft. YOU are needed and welcomed as we lift our voices in praise to our Risen Lord! For more information see Jocelyn Fischer. Come and join the Craft Group on Thursday, September 6 th, and every Thursday, at 9:00 am. We have many exciting projects that need your help. The Women s Guild Board met on August 15 th and completed our calendar. Your first Women s Guild meeting is Wednesday, September 5 th at 9:00am.The Men s Club will be cooking and serving a hot breakfast. A $5.00 donation at the door will cover the food cost. There will be a business meeting with fellowship. We will review our exciting event calendar. All ladies are welcome - get to know your pew neighbor. Your President, Bonnie Wright 2018 LWML FL-GA DISTRICT CONVENTION INFORMATION SHEET Orlando Airport Marriott Lakeside Orlando, FL September 28-30, 2018 STRENGTHENED. HELPED. UPHELD. The convention theme Strengthened. Helped. Upheld is based on Isaiah 41:10; Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. SPEAKERS: Keynote Speaker: Rev. William Weedon, Director, LCMS Worship; LWML Representative: LWML President Patti Ross; Mites in Action Speakers: Rev. Dr. Robert Roegner, Board Chairman and Mrs. Kristi Roegner, Apple of His Eye Mission Society. REGISTRATION: Registration forms will be available in the Summer Evangel. Early registration will be $160 MUST BE postmarked on or before June 30, Regular registration will be $195 MUST BE postmarked on or before August 31, Late registration will be $215 MUST BE postmarked on or before September 7, Pastors OR Young Woman Representatives $95 There will be NO online registration or payment available. There are THREE MEALS included in the registration fee: Saturday lunch and banquet, and Sunday breakfast. The following will be attending the Convention from Forest Oaks LWML: Jodell Burgdorf Darleen Keck Lil Heier Alma Martin Christine Henson Marcy Stortzum Caroline Hilpertshauser Bonnie Wright Mr. Ed Wright will have a display for Lutheran Hour Ministry.

6 Page 6 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST LWML Grant Helps LHM Share the Gospel in the Middle East and North Africa by Chad Fix The Lutheran Layman July - August 2018 (page 19) Lutheran Hour Ministries is honored to receive a $100,000 grant from the Lutheran Women s Missionary League in support of its mission outreach efforts in the Middle East and North Africa. Jennifer Huecker, LWML s national vice president of Christian life, presented the grant check to LHM President & CEO Kurt Buchholz during LHM s weekly staff chapel service, May 24. The grant, Christian Hope through Mass Media in Egypt, was approved during last summer s LWML National Convention. The history of our two organizations has been intertwined since the LWML grew out of the work of the Lutheran Laymen s League more than 75 years ago, says Buchholz. We thank God for the LWML s partnership in this project and for continuing to walk together with us in His mission. The Middle East and North Africa region continues to experience tremendous turmoil and suffering. Because of that instability, the opportunity for individuals living in the region to hear the Gospel proclaimed is often limited at best. However, LHM now has a tremendous chance to reach people across more than 20 countries in the region through: A new variety television program developed in partnership with SAT-7 and based out of Egypt that dramatizes real-life problems and struggles for young people and their families; Continued holistic, refugee-relief programs that provide humanitarian assistance to Arabic-speaking individuals residing in camps in Lebanon, Northern Iraq, and other areas in This grant helps enable us to share our faith and the true love of Christ with people who urgently need to hear God s Word. the region where youth make up nearly 60 percent of people in the camps; An expanded social media presence that already connects with more than 380,000 people throughout the region. This grant helps enable us to share our faith and the true love of Christ with people who urgently need to hear God s Word, says Buchholz. Without mass media programming, many families and youth throughout the Middle East and North Africa may never have the opportunity to hear the message of faith and trust in God in their lives. We believe that we are called, equipped, and sent to share the love of Christ in the world, says Lois Engfehr, LHM grants manager. In spite of the continued turmoil in the region, we see great opportunity to expand our ministry efforts into those countries with large non- Christian populations. That s why we are so blessed by this partnership with LWML to help us carry out this lifechanging work. On August 12th, the FOLC Mite Offering was $ Your prayers and Mite offerings are used to fund Mission LWML grants. These Mighty Mites will keep the Good News of salvation flowing around the world. Jodell Burgdorf, LWML Chairperson LWML Sunday: October 14, 2018 The theme chosen for LWML Sunday is Our Rest in a Changing World and is based on Psalm 62:1-8. Watch for more information about the LWML and how to become involved in reaching others with the love of our Lord Jesus Christ.

7 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST Page 7 QUILTING FOR CHARITY You know why I use the insert on the left to wish you a Happy Labor Day but do you know why I added the one of St. Matthew? For those of us who did not realize it, September 21 st is the day St. Matthew, one of Jesus apostles, is honored with a holiday. You may want to brush up on his life and his discipleship on his special day. Below are the photos of the dedication of the latest Habitat for Humanity home in Hernando County. On July 26 th, the Kamp Family received their house keys and a host of gifts from the community. This home was funded by Publix, who is very generous in their support of most Habitat Homes. You will notice that there are 10 people in the Kamp family. Kathy and I were there to witness and take part in the event. Quilting for Charity donated 9 quilts and blankets so that the parents and each of the children would have something to use to remember the day. May God bless them in their new home. Kamp 4 bedroom Habitat Home A table filled with gifts for the Kamps. ST. MATTHEW was overjoyed but expressed the need for blankets for the dolls to help her maintain their cleanliness. The following week I was able to deliver the flannel baby blankets shown below. What a joy to see their gratitude and happiness! Memory Care Director Hilda with doll. Doll blankets for Forest Oaks at Spring Hill baby dolls. So, what else has our group been doing? Besides some of our members doing some summer travelling, we have found time to meet every Monday at 1:00 in the Fellowship Hall to do some sewing, talking, praying and sharing snacks. (You are invited to join us, too.) We are preparing for the Fall Festival where we raise funds for Christmas gifts for homeless children who are residing in shelters at Christmas. We will have 3 tables of wares for sale this year. Some of our items are shown below and on the next page. These were completed since our last newsletter was published. The Kamp Family Our gifts to the Kamp family On August 2 nd, I had the pleasure of presenting 6 baby dolls to the director of the memory care unit of Forest Oaks at Spring Hill. The dolls were again donated by Dolls by Diane specifically to be used in enabling these patients to feel love and comfort in their daily lives. Hilda A pet blanket of Lil s Kid s Karen s Quick Kid s fleece Comforter Comforter Two of Dani s quilts

8 Page 8 (Continued from page 7) Three quilts done by Barb (our cruiser) Three Kid s Quilts sewn by Alma (The one on the left has a matching pillowcase.) Dani s Afghans for the month LEAVES FROM THE FOREST I want to mention that not all of these ladies come on Monday. Some of them are home sewers and are graciously donating their talents to our cause(s). Also, not all of us do the same things to contribute. Each one of our group is important to our continuing work. (Please, forgive me if I should slight anyone or give credit to the wrong person for their efforts. God has been so gracious to us and I am so human with many human failings.) I cannot express fully the feelings of blessing felt by our group at this time. We lost a very special member of our group in April of this year. Patricia Hammond was filled with joy and love. We will miss her especially when all the snowbirds come back to Florida. Patti gave so much of herself to those she loved. We were blessed to have shared time with her. This past week, we received a most generous memorial from her family. It is such an unexpected blessing that we are prayerfully considering how to use it. We ask God to guide us in the direction of his will so that we can do as He would have us do. Thank you so much Bill and family. Most of all, thanks be to God! Thank you also for all the support Quilting for Charity receives on a regular basis. We feel a responsibility to do our very best for each of you and for our God. In gratitude, Amen. Karen UNTAPPED RESOURCES While taking photos of the earth, the space shuttle Columbia made a surprising discovery: Underneath the harsh Sahara Desert were 26 lakes, as well as miles of underground rivers. That region s inhabitants face tough conditions because those abundant resources haven t yet been tapped. Churches often suffer a similar problem. Congregations can t reach their full Godgiven potential unless people discover and use their gifts. When we tap into our talents, however, God promises that we will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail (Isaiah 58:11, NIV). Holy Cross Day: On September 14, many churches observe a festival variously called Exaltation of the Cross, Feast of the Glorious Cross, Triumph of the Cross or Holy Cross Day. According to legend, St. Helena, mother of Roman Emperor Constantine, while on pilgrimage to Jerusalem in 326, discovered the actual cross on which Jesus had been crucified. Although portions were taken to Rome and Constantinople, part was kept at the discovery site. By order of Helena and Constantine, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher was built and dedicated there on September 13, 335. The following day, the portion of what was called the True Cross was brought outside so worshipers could pray before it. While Good Friday commemorates Jesus crucifixion, Holy Cross Day focuses on the cross itself as an instrument of cruel death, which God transformed into the means of eternal life.

9 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST Page 9 Memorial and Honor Gifts - through August 19, 2018 Praise God for blessing us through those He s placed in our lives! With Gifts in Memory and Gifts in Honor, you demonstrate your love and appreciation for someone, while contributing to drawing people to Christ and expanding the reach of the Gospel through various ministries at Forest Oaks. GIFTS IN MEMORY: A memorial gift is a meaningful way for you to celebrate the life of a dear one who has passed on, or express to their family how much they meant to you. We extend our deepest sympathy to families who have recently lost loved ones. Hoping all things that made your loved one a special gift from God will forever bless your life in beautiful memories. God is our refuge and strength...psalm 46:1. In Memory of: Contribution for: Given By: Patti Hammond Quilting for Charity Friends of Patti John Karpiscak Future Maintenance Ms. Norma Karpiscak Chuck Lindish Future Maintenance Ms. Ann Lindish Joy Smith Future Maintenance Mr. & Mrs. Jesse Ward Anna Trujillo Future Maintenance Mr. & Mrs. Lynn Postel, Mr. & Mrs. Jesse Ward GIFTS IN HONOR: An honor gift marks a special occasion or acknowledges someone who has had a significant impact in your life or to praise God for His blessings. It s a great idea for birthdays or anniversaries, or just as a way to say thanks. In Honor of: Contribution for: Given By: Gerry Ellis Future Maintenance Mr. & Mrs. Jesse Ward Anita & Hans Mutschler Unspecified Ms. Margot Hoyt We begin to approach a true understanding of what stewardship is when we realize that everything we have is a gift from God. We are His, and the things we have in our control are His resources entrusted to us. Basically, we are not owners of our material wealth, our time, our possessions, and talents, but rather, we are trustees of these earthly items for God. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content. 1 Timothy 6:7-8 (NKJV) Patriot Day is observed on September 11th in memory of the people who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States. On that day, two hijacked airplanes crashed into the twin towers of the World Trade Center in NYC. A third hijacked aircraft crashed into the Pentagon near Washington, DC. It is believed that a fourth airplane was to crash into the White House, however, passengers aboard that plane tried to take control over the hijackers to prevent the attack. The plane ended up crashing in Pennsylvania. Innocent people lost their lives during this tragedy - many of them through heroic efforts trying to help others. Most Americans refer to this day as 9/11 or September 11 th and observe a moment of silence beginning at 8:46am EST - the time of the first plane crashed into a tower on September 11, In the days, weeks and months following 9/11, the U.S. was bathed in American flags as citizens mourned the incredible losses and stood shoulder-to-shoulder against terrorism. Sadly, some of those flags have disappeared. Our patriotism has pulled us through some tough times and it shouldn't take another attack to galvanize our solidarity. Pray for our nation, our leaders, for peace and safety, and for the freedom to spread the Good News of Jesus, our Lord and Savior.

10 Page 10 LEAVES FROM THE FOREST If you know of a FOLC member, a family member or friend who is ill or in the hospital, please let the church office ( ) and Marilyn Nibert ( ) know right away. The names will be placed on the Prayer List for one month and will be removed if the office or Marilyn is not updated. Our Church Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm (Monday is Pastor s Day off) *Hours may vary occasionally. PLEASE NOTE: The church office is closed Saturday and Sunday. If you call on these days, you will get our answering machine. No one will answer the phone, so please leave a message and your call will be returned on Monday....be aware of the groups meeting in the Fellowship Hall and Conference Room. It is very important to check with the Secretary in the church office before you schedule a meeting or event. Our members always take precedence over the outside groups/ organizations that meet here. We just have to be sure and alert them to any changes that have to be made. Another reason for checking first before scheduling is that you may not be aware of another church meeting or activity that is already on the calendar. Thank you for your kind consideration and cooperation in the scheduling process! Please let us know if your address, address or phone number has changed. If you have an address, please send an to our office: folcoffice2@tampabay.rr.com and your name will be added to our contact list. That way we can let you know of sick members and cancellations of church activities. You can also get our newsletter and send in any prayer requests or information to the church. The Church Office will be closed on Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day. It will reopen on Tuesday at 9:00 am. ATTENTION! All articles for the weekly Bulletin and slides MUST be in by 1:00PM on Wednesday if you want it included for that week. Please send or give your item to Lyla in writing. Thank you. Lyla, our church secretary, is a Notary Public and can notarize your documents. There is no charge for this service, but PLEASE CALL first, if you want her to notarize something for you, to make sure she will be in the office and have her notary seal with her. Please Notify the Church Office When You or a member of your family is hospitalized You have a change of address Your phone number has changed Your address has changed You want to use the conference room for a meeting Your board or committee changes a meeting date or time Members of your family are students attending school away from home or are living at a different address Your help with all of the above is very much appreciated! We are still collecting the following items: 1. UPCs from Campbell s soup labels. The Sunday School gets free stuff for all we send in. 2. Used ink cartridges 3. Used eyeglasses 4. Coupons for Food Pantry 5. Labels for Education 6. Aluminum cans for F.O.C.U.S. 7. Box Tops for Education* 8. Aluminum Tabs from soda cans* Containers are next to the double doors or in the hallway that leads to the Fellowship Hall. *Donation boxes are at the Welcome Center.

11 September Birthday* Blessings to: 02 Bonnie Wright 04 Ellouise Emke 05 Bruce Jensen Alice McCarrick 09 Robert Villarrubia 10 Wayne Nibert 12 Amy Fischer 15 Thelma DeMatteo 16 Jacqueline Krueger 17 Betty Marshall 18 Marliss Bord 19 Rosalie Guarante 20 Tony Holbrook Janet Luers Elly Predel 23 Alex Nelson Jackie Ryder 26 Susan Guthrie Judy Ward 27 Bailee Poholek Diane Sims 28 Sharon Pavlik 30 Ruth Kucera LEAVES FROM THE FOREST Page 11 September Anniversary* Blessings to: 01 Derald & Mary Lou Kading Robert & Dani Villarrubia 09 Ted & Jackie Ryder 15 Pastor & Jan Lehr Wayne & Marilyn Nibert 20 Bill & Mary Hoskin 22 Ed & Bonnie Wright May the Lord be with you always And as years go passing by, May your happiness keep growing And your blessings multiply. God Bless your day! * If you don t see your birthday or anniversary listed or you prefer not to have it included please contact the church office. Call, , or write it down and leave it in Lyla s box in the hallway. Thank you. Our Annual Voters Assembly meeting is a few months away, but you are encouraged to think about serving your congregation as an officer of the church and Church Council member. The following offices will be voted on at the meeting: Vice President Finance Committee Chair Treasurer Property Chair All of these are two-year terms. The Assistant Treasurer and Christian Education Ministry positions have remained vacant for several years and also need to be filled. Lack of a volunteer treasurer could mean the church may have to hire someone. If you are interested in serving by filling any of these positions, please see Pastor Fischer or one of the Council Members. Al, Bailee, and Fallon Poholek Ellouis Emke is chairing efforts for our new pictorial directory. She will be working to secure dates for pictures to be taken next year. Watch for additional information. Members and regular visitors who want to be included in the Directory should pick up a Membership Information form at the Welcome Center and return it to the office, so that we have your correct information for the Directory. Thank you for your cooperation.

12 E P T E M B E R Forest Oaks Lutheran Church S U N D A Y M O N D A Y T U E S D A Y W E D N E S D A Y T H U R S D A Y F R I D A Y S A T U R D A Y Our vision: Forest Oaks Lutheran Church - a gathering of God s people of all ages from many different backgrounds and places with different gifts and abilities, but united by faith, gathered to do the work God has given us to do. 1 2 Worship-9:30am Fellowship after service Sunday School-10:45am Bible Class-11:00am 3 Office Closed Quilters-1:00pm 4 5 Women s Guild Breakfast Mtg-9:00am W.I.S.E-6:30pm 6 Bible Study 9:00am Crafts Group-9:00am Accordion Club-1:00pm Handbell Choir-5:30pm 7 H.C.I.G. Mtg.-6:30pm 8 9 Mites Sunday Worship-9:30 am ** Fellowship after service Sunday School-10:45am Bible Class-11:00am 10 Quilters-1:00pm 11 Patriot Day TOPS-8:00am Food Ministry-9:00am Finance Comte-9:00am AARP 12:00-3:00 pm 12 W.I.S.E-6:30pm 13 Bible Study 9:00am Crafts Group-9:00am AARP 12:00-3:00 pm Handbell Choir-5:30pm Choir-7:00pm 14 Holy Cross Day Illinois Club-12:30pm Nametag Sunday Worship-9:30am Fellowship after service Sunday School-10:45am Bible Class-11:00am Newsletter Deadline 17 Quilters-1:00pm 18 TOPS-8:00am Food Ministry-9:00am 19 Lunch Bunch-12:30pm W.I.S.E-6:30pm 20 Bible Study 9:00am Crafts Group-9:00am Produce drop-9:00am Accordion Club-1:00pm Handbell Choir-5:30pm Choir-7:00pm 21 St. Matthew 22 10:00am 23 Worship-9:30 am ** Fellowship after service Sunday School-10:45am Bible Class-11:00am 24 Quilters-1:00pm 25 Food Ministry-9:00am SH Garden Club-1:00pm 26 W.I.S.E-6:30pm 27 Body & Soul Bible Study 9:00am Crafts Group-9:00am Handbell Choir-5:30pm Choir-7:00pm 28 LWML FL-GA District Convention 29 St. Michael & All Angels 30 Worship-9:30am Fellowship after service Sunday School-10:45am Bible Class-11:00am **Holy Communion will be celebrated at this service