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1 Faith News Volume 19, Issue 5 May 2016 Faith Lutheran Church PO Box 175 Wolverton, MN (218) faith@wtc-mail.net Rev. Clay Ellingson, Pastor th Avenue S. Moorhead, MN (218) It is the mission of Faith Lutheran Church: To gather prayerfully as the Body of Christ; To grow in faith, love, and service; To go into the world joyfully as disciples. Sunday School, 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Holy Communion on the first and third Sunday of the month. May Food Pantry Item: Powdered Beverages From Our Pastor- Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ; During the Lenten season we spent some time talking about the trip I had made to Israel and Palestine in We watched a video that highlighted some of the more predominate Biblical sights. As I travelled in the land of the Bible I was so moved by the experience that I decided I would make an attempt to lead a group back to tour the country. So I am in the process of putting a trip together for On page 2 and 3 you will see the proposed itinerary. I am still working with a travel agency, Seminars International, to put the trip together. But the final details should be in place in the next month or so. I would invite all Faith Lutheran members to peruse the itinerary and think about participating. There will be people outside of Faith Lutheran on the trip, and I would encourage you to think about people you might invite along as well. Please give me a call if you have questions about the trip. I am in the process of putting together a meeting in June once final plans are in place, where we can have some discussion and address any questions or concerns that people may have about the trip. Peace, Pastor Ellingson Faith Lutheran Scholarships Available FLC has two scholarship opportunities for students attending college or trade school. The Memorial Scholarship is open to all members or a blood relative of a current or former member of FLC. This scholarship is awarded one time per student. The Endowment Scholarship is open to all confirmed members of FLC. This scholarship is renewable each year the student is enrolled in college up to four years. For each of these scholarships, there is no limit to the number of scholarships awarded. The amount of the scholarship will depend on the number of scholarships granted. FLC encourages all college students that haven't previously applied for the scholarships to do so as long as they will be attending school in the 2016/17 academic year. The deadline is June 15, Applications are available at and in the church office.

2 Program arrangements by A Faith Formation Journey to the Land of the Bible Tentative dates: February 19 - March 2, 2017 Hosted by Rev. Clay and Dr. Sue Ellingson Church at Tabgha along the Sea of Galilee Day 1 Sunday, February 19 MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL DEPARTURE. Flight departure to the East Coast, connecting to a nonstop flight to Tel Aviv, with meals included on international flight. (Delta Air Lines connects in New York/JFK and United Airlines connects in Newark. These are the two airlines offering service from Minneapolis/St. Paul with just one change of aircraft en route.) Day 2 Monday, February 20 TEL AVIV ARRIVAL. Arrive at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport late this afternoon. Receive a greeting of shalom and salaam from your tour guide and manager along with an awaiting private motor coach for transfer to hotel in Tel Aviv for dinner and a night s rest at Dan Panorama Hotel, or similar hotel. (D) Day 3 Tuesday, February 21 TEL AVIV - GALILEE. Travel through the Sharon Plain to Caesarea and discover the city built by Herod and where Apostle Paul was imprisoned. Continue to the archeological site of ancient Megiddo, walking among the remains with a panoramic view of the Jezreel Valley. Descend to the shore of the Sea of Galilee for dinner and overnight at Nof Ginosar Kibbutz Hotel, pending confirmation. (B,D) Day 4 Wednesday, February 22 GALILEE. Learn about life on the kibbutz with a walking tour led by a member of the community. Marvel at the ancient wooden boat found buried in the sea on display in the museum on the kibbutz. Enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Drive up into the Galilean hills through Cana to Nazareth visiting the Synagogue Church built over the remains of an ancient synagogue where it is believed Jesus first learned, prayed and preached, and the Church of Annunciation adorned with religious artwork from around the world. Dinner and overnight at kibbutz hotel. (B,D) Day 5 Thursday, February 23 GALILEE. Travel north into the Upper Galilee to Banias, location of biblical Caesarea Philippi. Picnic lunch en route today, weather permitting. Enjoy a beautiful panoramic view over the Sea of Galilee at the Mount of Beatitudes, site of Sermon on the Mount. Visit Capernaum, where Jesus began preaching. Visit the Church of the Multiplication, built to commemorate the miracle of loaves and fishes, and stop at a tranquil area along the shore where it is believed Jesus appeared and ate fish with his disciples after the resurrection. Dinner and overnight at kibbutz hotel. (B,L-boxed,D) Day 6 Friday, February 24 GALILEE - DEAD SEA. Travel the Jordan River Valley to ancient Bet Shean. Walk among the excavations revealing cities occupied for over 5000 years. Continue towards Jericho, considered the longest continually inhabited city on earth. A break for lunch and to enjoy the city of palms. Nearby stop along the river at the Qasr el Yahud baptismal site before proceeding to the Dead Sea. Possible stop at Qumran, time permitting. Arrive at a hotel along the Dead Sea in Ein Bokek and check in for a two-night stay at 1,200 feet below sea level. Dinner at hotel. (B,D) Day 7 Saturday, February 25 DEAD SEA. Leave the hotel early this morning for Masada, where Herod built a palace and Jewish Zealots resisted the Romans. Take a cable car ride to the top of the sheer-sided plateau of 1,300 feet above the Dead Sea to learn about the history. Return to hotel in Ein Bokek for time to take a memorable float in the sea and perhaps enjoy the spa facilities. Dinner and overnight at the Dead Sea. (B,D)

3 Day 8 Sunday, February 26 DEAD SEA - BE ER SHEVA - JERUSALEM. Leave the shore of the Dead Sea on an interesting journey to Jerusalem today through the Negev. Arrive in the desert city of Be er Sheva for a visit to the tel, the archeological site of a settlement dating to 10th century BC. After a break for lunch on own, continue to the city of Hebron, perhaps meeting with members of the Christian Peacemaker Team, a faith-based organization. Explore Hebron s old city including Abraham s Tomb and the mosque. See local artisans and their beatiful work at the glass studio. Arrive into Jerusalem at the Olive Tree Hotel, or similar hotel, for dinner and overnight. (B,D) Day 9 Monday, February 27 JERUSALEM. Begin this morning early with a walk from hotel to the Old City. Enter one of the gates to begin a full day discovery featuring visits to the Western Wall and the Temple Mount on which the Dome of the Rock and Al Aksa Mosque are located. See the Pools of Bethesda and St. Anne s Church. Walk the Way of the Cross through the bazaars to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, built over the site of crucifixion and burial. Late this afternoon, visit the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer with a greeting and conversation with one of the pastors of the English-speaking ministry and private group communion service in the chapel. Dinner and overnight at Jerusalem hotel. (B,D) Day 10 Tuesday, February 28 BETHLEHEM VISIT. Early this morning journey to Bethlehem visiting the Church of the Nativity built over the site where Jesus is believed to have been born. Walk through Manger Square and the market to Christmas Lutheran Church to learn about this vibrant ministry and its corresponding community service organization, the International Center of Bethlehem (ICB). Possibly meet Lutheran pastor, Rev. Mitri Raheb while visiting the ICB. (Rev. Raheb meets with groups at noon Monday to Friday when he is in Bethlehem). A break for lunch on own and time to shop for olive wood items, a specialty of Bethlehem artists. Visit the Fields of the Shepherds before returning to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight at hotel. (B,D) Day 11 Wednesday, March 1 JERUSALEM. Begin the day atop the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of Jerusalem and the Old City. Walk down the Palm Sunday Road to the Garden of Gethsemane. Continue into West Jerusalem for a reflective visit of Yad Vashem, the Holocaust museum and memorial (use audio guide), and the Israel Museum with the magnificent scale model of Jerusalem during the first century. (Lunch break at Yad Vashem cafe.) Remainder of the day is at leisure for individual exploration and to prepare for tonight s departure. Early group dinner at the hotel this evening before transfer to airport for an overnight flight to back to the U.S. (via New York/JFK on Delta Air Lines or Newark on United Airlines.) (B,D) Day 12 Thursday, March 2 ARRIVE MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL. Early morning arrival in either New York/JFK or Newark, connecting with a nonstop flight to Minneapolis/St. Paul. Included meals: B= buffet breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner Note: This itinerary is provisional and could be adjusted. Registration for this custom-designed journey to the Holy Land will open in late April. Space will likely be limited to a group size of around 26. Flights for travel in February 2017 are not available until approximately 11 months prior to the return date of the program. When flights are confirmed, the program cost will be finalized. To receive updates on this travel opportunity, please provide Rev. Clay Ellingson with your name and contact information for a mailing list to receive updates. Those on this list will be the first to receive the brochure when the tour opens for registration. To receive updates and brochure Rev. Clay Ellingson Faith Lutheran Church faith@wtc-mail.net For travel related questions Lori Moline, Seminars International / lori@semint.com SEMINARS INTERNATIONAL 55 E. Monroe Street, Suite 2870 Chicago, IL P: F: travel@semint.com

4 Senior Sunday Come celebrate with our Seniors Hunter, Riley, Garrett, and Harlie Sunday, May 15 Cake will be served in their honor Hunter Aigner Parents: Ross and Tina Aigner School: Breckenridge Activities: I ve participated in football, basketball, and baseball (both school and Legion). Also a member of the National Honor Society. Favorite Memories at Faith Lutheran: My favorite memory is the youth retreats to Grand Forks, serving meals downstairs, and playing hide and seek while our parents had coffee. Future Plans: Attend NDSU for general agriculture. Riley Miller Parents: Mark and Lisa Miller School: Breckenridge Activities: I ve participated in high school baseball and Legion baseball. I was the football manager. Favorite Memories at Faith Lutheran: My favorite memory is the youth retreats to Grand Forks. Future Plans: Attend NDSU for general agriculture.

5 Garrett Nelson Parents: Michele Mortenson and Shane Mortenson School: Connections Academy Activities: I've been riding saddle Broncs since my freshman year Favorite Memories at Faith Lutheran: Some of the best times I had at Faith Lutheran was staying after church and having conversations with the congregation. One in particular though, was when I finished confirmation, pastor handed me a little baggy with a small metal cross and congratulated me. I don't think I'll ever forget that. Future Plans: While I'm not 100% on my plans for a career, I do know that one day I will be riding buckin horses at the National Finals Rodeo. Along with that I've been working towards fighting professional MMA and also opening a craft distillery. God has been good to my family and I. I know that with him I'll be able to secure these dreams. Harlie Fallon Nord Parents: Carl and Lori Nord School: Attends Youth Educational Services (YES) in Moorhead, graduating from Breckenridge Activities: Barnesville, MAAP YES, YES. Girl scouts for 10 years. Favorite Memories at Faith Lutheran: Dorothy Day, Ditch Cleaning, youth synod retreats, Sky Zone, VBS, confirmation classes, baby and bridal showers for family members. Future Plans: Take a year off from school and get a job and then either join the military or go to school for hospitality.

6 May Birthdays 1 Keelee Pfau 3. Glen Ellingson 5 Piper Henderickson 5 Kase Kappes 10 Lori Nord 10. Kylie Hendrickson 11 Veronica Nelson 12 Linda Lucke 13. Doris Dibley 13 Randy Hodges 14 Bruce Slinger 16 Amber Nord 16 Amy Traut 17. Diane Slinger 19. Harriet Ness 22 Stephen Dockter 22 Kevin Olthoff 23 Jane Buchholz 23 Sue Ellingson 24 Travis Smeby 25 Effie Weik 27 Kelsey Emerfoll 30 Linda Jones 30 Patrick Fay 31 Donna Johnson 31 Michael Aigner Anniversary 2 Shawn and Andrea O Dell 4 Mike and Debi Byars 5 Steve and Maryann Olthoff 8 Leroy and Bonnie Turner 19 Mike and Peggy Mastin 21 Ron and Cheryl Affield 22 Jason and Kyle Hendrickson 30 Greg and Pat Freitag Faith Share and Care Funeral: The funeral of Sue Ellingson s mother, Willma Pierson was held at on April 21. Wilma passed away on April 14 at the age of 87. Honoring Jessica Nelson and her baby girl Alexa Lynn. Wednesday, May 18, 7PM Memorial Day Service At Faith Lutheran Church Mother-Daughter-Other Tea Saturday, May 7 at 10:00 a.m. Speaker: Laurie Brekke will speak on Faith Community Nursing the YWCA way! Please bring your mother, daughter, mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, grandmothers, neighbors, and friends for a enjoyable morning of fellowship! Monday, May 30, 2016 At 11:00 am Potluck to follow Please come and honor those who have made such great sacrifices on our behalf. Registered at Amazon and Target Baby born on April 6, 2016 Needs clothing that is 12 mo and older

7 Mother s Day Sunday, May 8 serving coffee and treats during coffee fellowship to honor the women of FLC. SKI ZONE Great time at the Ski Zone with the Sunday school! DITCH CLEANING: Date will be set soon watch for text VBS Please join LYO for coffee and treats in honor of the women of the church on Mother's Day (May 8)! Information will be announced soon. Look for Vacation Bible School information on our website, Facebook, and June s newsletter. Let Christie Erickson know if you are able to help plan.

8 FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 6, 2016 NOT APPROVED Members Present: Mark Miller, Bev Israelson, Mike Aigner, Chad Erickson, Scott Smith, Pat Freitag, Ross Aigner and Deb Byars Other Present: Pastor Ellingson Prayer: Pastor Ellingson Opening Devotion: Bev Israelson May 4 Devotions: Robert Stein Communion Assistant: April 17 - Deb Byars Communion Assistant: May 1 - Chad Erickson Offering Counter: All of Council Food Pantry Item for March: Powdered Beverages Secretary s Report: Approved February minutes with no changes. There was no March council meeting due to illnesses of council members. Treasurer s Report: Approved with no changes. Committee Reports: Finance - Scott Smith - nothing to report Property and Maintenance - RC Stein - absent Education - Chad Erickson -Sunday School & LYO will be going to SkyZone April 10 at 1pm Music and Worship - Bev Israelson - Bev reported that she and Judy are in contact with several companies with electronic organs - still working on getting information and estimates Youth - Mike Aigner - $542 raised from lenten suppers. Harlie Nord and Kaitlyn Israelson will be attending the senior high youth gathering and Maria Ellingson will be their chaperone. Faith Women - Deb Byars - nothing to report Stewardship - Ross Aigner - discussion on renewing the stewardship committee Endowment - Mark Miller - will have approximately $2,000 per quarter for grants and scholarships (paid out 5 - $500 scholarships in January) Decorating - Pat Freitag - nothing to report Old Business: Bertha Otteson Bequeath - Reviewed the recommendation report and will follow up with Bob Stein at the next council meeting A motion was made and approved to proceed with the stained glass windows. A motion was made and approved to split the lent offering between Hospice of the Red River Valley and Riveredge Hospice. New Business: The council is seeking two synod assembly delegates for May assembly. A motion was made and approved to allow the Wolverton Resque Squad and American Legion to use the church for fundraisers and or meetings. Pastor will be serving on the Pathways Board of Directors. Bev will purchase gifts for Senior Sunday which is May 15. Meeting adjourn. Lord's Prayer. Submitted by Debi Byars Pastor Ellingson has been elected to the Pathways Board of Directors. Thank you Pastor for serving for the betterment of our kid s camp! Jane Buchholz Sheyenne Crossing West Fargo, Barney & Ethel Edwards at home Moorhead, MN Louie Gruenberg River Pointe Moorhead, MN Marion Israelson Eventide Senior Living Moorhead, MN Elaine Johnson River Pointe Moorhead, MN Leona Johnson Rosewood Fargo, ND Arlene Nelson Eventide Senior Living Moorhead, MN Keith Nelson Group home in Duluth, MN Harriet Ness Luther Manor in Sioux Falls, SD Beatrice Nord Riverview Place Fargo, ND Myrtle Nord St. Francis Breckenridge, MN Thank you for your contribution to our lent offerings. The council elected to send $500 each to Hospice of the Red River Valley and CHI Riveredge Hospice.

9 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 9:00 am Sunday school (LAST DAY) 10:00 am Worship with communion 11:00 am Fellowship / Coffee 8 HAPPY MOTHER S DAY 9:00 am Sunday school (LAST DAY) 10:00 am Worship - Kids sing 11:00 am Fellowship / Coffee LYO serving 15 10:00 am Worship with communion Senior Sunday 11:00 am Fellowship / Coffee 22 10:00 am Worship 11:00 am Fellowship / Coffee 29 10:00 am Worship Lay Service 11:00 am Fellowship / Coffee :00 pm Church Council :00 am Mother Daughter Other Brunch :00 pm Baby Shower for Jessica Nelson Synod Assembly 21 Synod Assembly :00 am Memorial Day service at Faith Lutheran Memorial Day 31 Faith Lutheran Church 302 1st Street PO Box 175 Wolverton, MN Altar Committee (April June) Gayle Matz Heidi Sell May Ushers Nils Hanson Greg Freitag Kirk Lindblom

10 FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH PO BOX ST STREET WOLVERTON, MN Return Service Requested NONPROFIT ORG. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 001 Wolverton, MN May Schedule Faith Lutheran Church will return to our summer schedule of 9:30 worship in the month s of June, July, and August. May 1: Last day of Sunday school & dedication of quilts Saturday, May 7 (10:00): Mother Daughter Other Brunch May 8: Mother s Day kids sing, (kids be at church at 9:30) LYO serving coffee and treats in honor of the women of FLC May 15: Senior Sunday May 29: Lay Service May 30: Memorial Day Service at Salem Cemetery at 10am Potluck to follow