ADVANCING THROUGH ADVERSITY!

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1 Grace Newsletter JUNE 2016 Grace Ev. Lutheran Church th Street, P.O. Box 156 DeWitt, IA PH: Fax: WEB: G.Y.M. Building PH: Grace Lutheran Camp nd Street P.O. Box 156 DeWitt, IA Camp Reservations Grace Lutheran Preschool P.O. Box 156 DeWitt, IA PH: Rev. C. Ronald Rafferty Mark Sperry, DCE Deje Jensen, Preschool Director Kerry Good Melissa Riedesel Grace Gotoski ADVANCING THROUGH ADVERSITY! 2 CORINTHIANS 12:7-10 Being "human," most of us do not like to focus on our areas of weakness. Most of us tend to try and solve the problems on our own; and then, sometimes, when we identify a deficiency in our life, we stop at nothing to correct the issue, the problem, or the weakness. Our drive is to be the very best that we can be or at least be as "normal' as we can be. The problem with that line of thinking is that it leads us down a path of self sufficiency and that we can do things best on our own. I mean after all, Doesn't the Good LORD want us to solve the problems we encounter? While it is true that through God dramatic changes can occur in the lives of His children; we ourselves must NOT take credit or blame for the power to change. Our own strength is weak and faulty. John 15:5 - Jesus speaks, I am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in Him; he bears much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing. The strength of God is limitless! 2 Cor 4:7 - But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, so that the surpassing greatness of the power will be of God and not from ourselves." We can trust this statement because of Paul's credentials in adversity. The Apostle Paul had been imprisoned, beaten, shipwrecked and persecuted. (I thought I had it bad when the doctors told me my kidneys had shut down because of a rare blood disease.) The Apostle Paul did not go to dialysis; but, he struggled with an ongoing personal ailment throughout his life, which he referred to as his "thorn in the flesh." Why did the Lord allow these things to happen to the Apostle Paul? I have also thought, what have I done to cause this chaos in my life? The olé "WHY ME LORD? scenario. In the case of the Apostle Paul, the Lord used all of these things in his life to keep him centered, grounded on God's divine power and not his own. That is a great reminder not only for me; but for all of us. Pride puts us in opposition to God! Ask yourself as you read this, What weaknesses are present in your life that the Father may be using to keep your eyes on Him? It may sound a little strange; but, praise God today for those very things that bring you into complete dependence upon HIM alone!!!!!! Serving Christ Jesus and HIS CHURCH, Pastor Rafferty

2 SERVING THIS MONTH: The Elders: 8:00 a.m. Jim Harroun 10:00 a.m. John Betz Organist: Diana Baetke The Acolytes 5-June 8:00 AM Paige Griem A/V Technicians Rich Matzen 12-June 8:00 AM Nathaniel Johnson Need Volunteer 19-June 8:00 AM Annabelle Schneider Steve Butler 26-June 8:00 AM Chloe Stowe Need Volunteer Congratulations to Shawna Becker and Jared Spann who were united in marriage on May 14th. IMPORTANT Deadline for submitting articles for the July Newsletter is June 20th at 9:00 a.m. Articles can be dropped off to the church office or ed to Shut in communion visits! Please, if you would be so considerate to give me a call directly if you would like me to visit your home and bring communion! Call my cell, ! With the Shut-In list expanding this would be very helpful. Thank you, Pastor Rafferty. Begins Sunday, June 5, 2016 Sunday Worship 8:00 Grace Church Traditional Service 10:00 Grace Camp Outdoor Chapel Praise Service Begins Wednesday, June 8, 2016 Wednesday Worship 7:00 Grace Camp Welton Chapel Mark Your Calendars Grace Church Annual Blood Drive July 18, 2016 More information to come. The 2016 Chancel/Altar Flower sign up sheet is available at the Welcome Center. We are asking members to donate bouquets in honor of or in memory of persons or events. Each bouquet is $21 and there will be two bouquets each week. Please sign up for your preferred dates on the flower calendar, put your payment in the envelope provided, and slide the envelope through the mail slot in the secretary s door. You may purchase one or both bouquets. Flower Dates Still Available: June 5th & 12th July 10th, 24th & 31st August 14th, 21st & 28th September 11th, 18th & 25th October 2nd, 9th, & 16th November 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th December 4th, 11th & 18th Grace Lutheran Preschool would like to thank you for supporting our ministry. Whether you donated supplies, funds, gifts/memorials or lifted us in prayer, we greatly appreciate it. We are looking forward to what God has in store for us during the next school year our eighth one!

3 New Member Sunday was held on May 15, 2016 during the 10:30 a.m. worship service. We welcomed the following families into membership: Daun Vopatek th Ave DeWitt, IA Mike Trusty 512 Lee Ct DeWitt, IA Sheldon & Chelsi Converse and Family 2130 Meadowview Ct DeWitt, IA 5274 Collin Block 618 4th Ave DeWitt, IA Josh Dahl & Family th Cir DeWitt, IA Jacqueline Millerschone 517 5th Ave Apt 12 DeWitt, IA Wanda Brandt United Manor th St 4E DeWitt, IA A most sincere thank you to everyone that helped in any way to make our Grace Camp Spring Retreat, May 5th, at the Andrew Retreat Center such a wonderful experience and to everyone that attended the retreat. We had over 170 in attendance this year. Thank you also to Mark Sperry for his devotions at each session; our pianist, Joyce Fletcher; and the ladies who contributed salads. We especially wish to thank Danny Steiber, the Barn Quilt Guy, for his wonderful presentation and program about Barn Quilts and the Underground Railroad in Iowa. * * * The Grace Camp Board The Human Care Committee wishes to extend a big thank you to the many volunteers that delivered May Baskets to our Shut-Ins this year. Your willingness to help with this project helped to brighten the day for many and brought a smile to their faces on May Day. A special thank you to Jean Passig who made the May Baskets this year. Your willingness to serve with this project is very much appreciated. Grace Human Care Committee * * * I would like to thank everyone who sent cards, gifts or remembered me in anyway on my Confirmation. I thank you for your thoughtfulness. Katelyn Good Kidney Donor Specifics! The concept of being a donor is a very sensitive subject and indeed will take hours of compassionate prayer. I have had many ask what it takes to be a donor. Mostly out of curiosity, I would think. If the thought has crossed your mind, or a friend of a friend has mentioned this strange but real modern life idea of donating a kidney, I have included the contact information for my "transplant coordinator." She can answer any questions that you, your friend, or family member may have about being a kidney donor for me. Angela Sweeting, RN FAX: angela-sweeting@uiowa.edu Carol and I thank you for your ongoing prayers as we continue to deal with the immediate situation! Peace and Healing in Jesus, Pastor

4 Fatherhood Is Both A Previledge And A Responsibility Most young children want to be like their dad; therefore, the wise father will carefully consider the example he is setting. Likewise, men without children must also remember that others, young and old, are watching and listening. A Christian's life should make people thirsty to know more about God and their faith. When the disciples failed to recognize the significance of little ones, Jesus became indignant and said, "Allow the little children to come to Me, do not hinder them, for the KINGDOM of God belongs to little ones such as these." (Mark 10:14) If we have this attitude, we will appreciate the young and do all we can to lead them to faith. It is important to help children understand early on what it means to TRUST in Christ Jesus as SAVIOR. Many of life s situations can be teachable moments. When a family faces financial challenges, children can learn that God is the PROVIDER who always takes care of them. When problems or questions arise, they need to know that HOLY SCRIPTURE has the answers. THE WORD, not the world! When our children are being influenced by the wrong kinds of friends or activities, Dad's loving intervention can guide them in how to walk in GOD'S WILL! A father's correction and instruction are essential because obedience to God doesn t come naturally. Parenting is too important to leave to chance. So think about qualities that you want to pass down, and intentionally start modeling them. It will be a joy to see your children imitate you! Father's Day Blessings, Pastor Rafferty Grace Camp is participating in Birdies for Charity" again this year. The pledge cards are available at the Welcome Center. Please contact a Grace Camp board member with any questions or to pick up a pledge card. Thank you for your continued support of the Birdies for Charity program and Grace Camp MILES OF DIMES!! Grace Camp is Re-inventing Miles of Dimes! Miles of Dimes is a fun and easy way to give back to Grace Camp. When Grace Lutheran Camp was purchased, Miles of Dimes was originally started to collect money to build a retreat center. That goal was reached, and many more great buildings, gardens and recreational areas have been added since then. The Grace Camp Board is not making any big additions, but as time goes by, things need replacing and a general sprucing up. Some things that we are currently putting funds toward are new paddles for canoes, a new volleyball net and volleyballs and a new bench swing for the playground. New collection boxes are available at the Welcome Center at church, and once your box is filled with dimes (we take pennies, nickels, quarters and dollars, too!), just bring the box into church and deposit your change into the mason jar on the Welcome Center in the foyer. Then take your collection box back home and repeat. Thank you for all of your support! Grace Camp Pancake Breakfast June 19, :00-11:30 a.m. Grace Camp Pavilion

5 LWML Mission Guild Serve the Lord with Gladness Upcoming Events June 17-18th - 38th Biennial LWML Iowa District East Convention Cookie Baking and Decorating A big thank you to all who helped roll out dough, make frosting, and decorate the cookies for our Mother s Day Cookie sale. Thank you also to the congregation for supporting this fund-raising effort. Over $ was raised and will be added to funds raised during the year and will be used for several mission projects. Thank you to Val Betz for chairing this activity. Retired Teachers Luncheon This was held on May 14 th and thanks to those who helped making casseroles on Friday, setting up, providing salads, cakes, ingredients, and helping on Saturday to put it all together and serve. Thank you also to Mark Sperry for his technical support for the program the retired teachers enjoyed. This project raised $ which will also help with our mission projects. LWML Sunday will be October 2 nd. We will provide a coffee fellowship for this Sunday. Look for more details in the coming months. Fall Luncheon and Bake Sale Bev Johnson would like to serve with someone as co-chairman for this event. DISTRICT CONVENTION NEWS Iowa East District Convention in Oskaloosa at William Penn University will soon be here. Contact Carol Schunter or Grace Gotoski for more information. They will be voting on mission projects and also electing officers/board members for our district. Dates for the convention are June Ladies Afternoon Out BUNCO and Ice Cream Social Sunday, June 26th 2:00 pm in Grace Hall Come enjoy an afternoon of fun, fellowship, and food. Contact Cindy Sperry with any questions. POP CANS Thank you for your continued donations of pop cans. Please remember to drop your pop cans off in the Sunday school wing. We ask that you put the cans or bottles in the marked boxes provided, as this will eliminate clutter and keep our Sunday school wing looking nice. Thank you for all your support. POP CAN TABS Please save the tabs on pop cans and deposit them in the container provided in the kitchen at Grace. The tabs are taken periodically to Camp Courageous of Iowa in Monticello.

6 Building Healthy Families: In her book, The Power of a Positive Mom, Karol Ladd notes the importance of intentionally planning for summer activities with your children. She suggests making a large poster with The Summer of 2016 written across the top. Invite your kids to join you in making a list of fun activities you want to do over the next two months. Also include some summer rules, like how much television time will be allowed, what chores will be required, and how late is too late to sleep in. A little planning will help you enjoy these months off and avoid that regretful September statement, Where did the summer go? Prayers during the church services on Sundays. It has been a while since I mentioned the common practice of praying for folks on Sunday morning. I am encouraged to pray for one and all; and I will gladly do so if someone requests that they be included in the corporate prayers. So, please, if you or a loved one or friend want to be included in Sunday's prayers, just let me know. You can text me, call me, , or visit with me. I appreciate your help in this matter immensely. Pastor Rafferty Walkers are needed to help pass out flyers promoting our church during the 4th of July Parade. Please contact Tracy Meggers for more information on this event. Volunteers are a very important part of the church. Volunteers help usher during worship service, teach Sunday school, run the audio visual equipment, help prepare luncheons, serve on Boards and Committees, plant flowers, water plants, assist in the church office and so much more. Without our volunteers the church would not function well. You read about the church s need for volunteers in the monthly Newsletter, (This Newsletter is no exception.), and in the weekly News & Notes. You see the great need the church has; but, yet, you are still hesitant to volunteer your time and talent. Why? God wants us to use our talents. 1 Peter 4:10, As each has received a gift, use it to serve another, as good stewards of God s varied grace. God made us, created us for His purpose. He gave us our talents so that we could do His work. Ephesians 2:10 says, We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. When you serve and volunteer, know that God has prepared the way! For many of us volunteering is not always easy. Finding a place where we can use the talents God gave us can be a challenge, but know that God is with you. Wherever you chose to volunteer, God is there to guide you on your journey. Using your talents to teach, play music, be on a Board or Committee, watering plants, or whatever you chose to do you are blessing your church and fulfilling God s word. If you are looking for ways to volunteer at church, but are not sure what you would like to do, please feel free to speak with Pastor, call the church office, or speak with any Board Member. They will be happy to assist in anyway they can.

7 DAY CAMP VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Again this summer we have the awesome opportunity to share the love of Jesus with over a 100 children from DeWitt and the surrounding communities through our Day Camps. We can use help at all of the camps, but especially at those listed below: Fishing Camp June 9 th Outdoor Art Camp June 21st [1 st -3 rd Graders] Outdoor Art Camp June 23rd [4 th -6 th Graders] Science Camp June 28 th Please contact Mark Sperry or the church office to let us know at which camps you will be able to lend us a hand. Thanks and God s blessings! SUNDAY SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We are in need of several volunteers to help teach Sunday School beginning this September. We currently need volunteers in the following areas: Kindergarten -????? 1 st Grade Team Teaching 2 nd Grade -????? 3 rd &4 th Grades Team Teaching 5 th & 6 th Grades Team Teacher Substitute Teachers If you are interested in teaching or team teaching, please contact Mark Sperry or Kerry Good. DONATIONS We need your help. We need donations of cookies and red pre-sweetened Kool-Aid mix for our Day Camps & Grace Summer Camp. Please consider donating one or more of these items and drop them off in the kitchen in Grace Hall. VOLUNTEER NEEDED We are currently looking for a new teacher to lead the 6 th Grade Pre-Confirmation class. The curriculum for this class is The Story, which is an overview of the Bible from Genesis through Revelation. It gives the students a good background into the main characters and themes that run through the Bible. Classes run from the first Wednesday of September until the end of April. If you are interested in this position, or would like to learn more about the position, please contact our DCE, Mr. Mark Sperry. VBS Needs Who? You! We are looking for people going into 9th grade and older to lead groups of preschoolers and elementary aged children. We would like to have six groups at each level. If you are available July 11 th and 12 th from 6 8:30 p.m. please sign up at the Welcome Center today or call the church office ( ). Junior Youth are also needed as helpers with the preschoolers. Do you volunteer for Summer Camp? Would you like a t-shirt? If you would like a t-shirt to wear while you are volunteering your time and talent at Summer Camp please contact the church office by July 1st so that we can include them in our t-shirt order. Cost for t-shirt is $8.

8 JUNIOR HIGH MISSION WEEKEND Please keep the six youth and two adults who will be attending the Jr. High Mission Weekend in Belvidere, IL in your prayers. Pray for safe travels and for the work we will be doing to spread the love of Jesus in that community and beyond. YOUTH MOVIE NIGHTS Attention all incoming 6th -12th graders. We will have two movie nights during June. The dates are June 12 th & June 26 th We will be meeting at the G*Y*M Building at Grace Camp. Movie will start at 6pm. Popcorn and lemonade will be provided, but feel free to bring any other snacks you want. Come join the fun and excitement at one of the Grace Camp Day Camps. More information about these camps can be found on our website at GRACE CAMP DAY CAMPS 2016 June 9 th Fishing Camp [1 st 6 th Graders] June 14 th Saw Mill Museum & Eagle Point Park Day Trip [4 th -6 th Graders] June 21 st Art Camp [1 st -3 rd Graders] June 23 rd Art Camp [4 th -6 th Graders] June 30 th Little Kids Art Camp [Ages 4 & 5] July 7 th Rock Creek Marina Day Trip [4 th -6 th Graders] Pets Unleashed July 11th & 12th from 6:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. For Children 3 years - Children going into 5th Grade Everyone is Welcome Kid Friendly Meal Served from 5:30 6:00 p.m. Registration information available online at GRACE LUTHERAN SUMMER CAMP FOCUS The dates for this year s summer camp are July 25th-27th. Registration is currently underway. Please note the early bird registration date of July 1st. Any registrations received or postmarked after that date will pay the higher registration fee and will NOT receive a t-shirt. GRACE LUTHERAN SUMMER CAMP FOCUS - can always use counselors. If you are in High School and want a great experience, try being a Camp Counselor. This is a great opportunity to use your leadership skills while keeping your eyes on a group of campers and sharing Jesus love.

9 It s That Time Again! The Nominating Committee will be starting to contact church members to fill openings on various boards and committees. We need lots of names to put on the ballot in October. On the next few pages you will see listings of all the Boards and Committees that may or may not have vacancies. These listings provide a summarized list of duties the board provides. Please take a moment to read over this information and prayerfully consider where your time and talents can best serve the church. If there is a board or committee you would be interested in working with or if you have additional questions on any of these boards, please contact the church office, a member of the nominating committee or Pastor Rafferty. [The number in the circle indicates the number of positions that need to be filled in 2017 in order to meet the minimum number of members needed on the Board/Committee.] Church Office Members of the Nominating Committee: Marty Block ( ) Kay Hall ( ) Kathy Ketelsen ( ) Allison LaFevers ( ) Joellen McDonnell ( ) Charlene Paarmann ( ) Susan Williams ( ) Pastor Rafferty ( ) or ( ) Congregational Executive Officers PRESIDENT Preside over all meetings of the Voters Assembly Exercise general supervision over the affairs of the Congregation Propose and encourage the creation of constructive programs for the Congregation and Church Council Appoint and fill any vacancies in an elected office Ensure that all necessary communication is taking place within the Boards, Council, Voters and the Church Office Ensure that all officers are notified of his/her election and that effective orientation takes place PRESIDENT ELECT The President-Elect shall fulfill the duties of the President in the President s absence or whenever called upon by the President to do so. It shall be the President-Elect s duty to preside at all meetings of the Church Council. PAST-PRESIDENT The Past-President shall attend meetings of the Voters Assembly and the Church Council, as needed, for the sake of continuity and act as consultant to the Presidential office. The Past-President shall perform other duties and responsibilities as may be delegated by the President. SECRETARY The Secretary shall attend meetings of the Voters Assembly and the Church Council; record the proceedings, communicate those minutes to the church office, and submit the minutes for approval. The Secretary is the custodian of all church records pertaining to the office. TERM - An election shall be held every two years to elect the President-Elect of the Congregation. After completion of the two years of service as President-Elect, he or she shall then assume the position of the President for a period of two years. Finally, he or she shall serve as Past-President for two years.

10 Board Information The Board of Elders shall consist of a minimum of 12 members. The Board of Christian Ed. shall consist of a minimum of 7 members. BOARD OF ELDERS The Board of Elders, as assistants to the Pastoral office, shall concern themselves with the spiritual life of the congregation, supervision of public worship, spiritual care of the congregation, church discipline, and care for the wellness of the Called Leadership Team and their families. Develop and maintain a system of contact with all members, active and inactive Assist Pastor in ministering to members Assist with the distribution of the Lord s Supper Direct the activities of the ushers and acolytes during services Help with collecting the offering and securing it in the safe after worship services Determine eligibility for members applying for membership in Congregation Review Communion and worship attendance Pray for, encourage, and be concerned about the spiritual, emotional and physical health and welfare of the Called Leadership team and their families. BOARD OF CHRISTIAN ED. The Board of Christian Education is to provide Christian educational opportunities proclaiming the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to all ages. Help select the curriculum to be used in Sunday school, Vacation Bible School and Midweek Help to organize the volunteers to support these programs and the Children s Christmas Program Coordinate the nursery roll program Supply new/used toys for the nursery and keep the toys clean Work with Called Staff in selecting materials to be used in Adult Education classes and/or small groups Coordinate large/small group programs and encourage congregations to get involved in these educational programs The Board of Discipleship and Outreach shall consist of a minimum of seven members. The Board of Youth shall consist of 6 adult members (elected by the congregation) and 2 youth members (elected by the youth). BOARD OF DISCIPLESHIP and OUTREACH The Board of Discipleship and Outreach shall encourage good stewardship practices, encourage members to use their time and talents for service in the mission and ministry of this congregation, and assist the members of the Congregation, through the power of the Holy Spirit, to be equipped to connect people with Jesus, our Savior. Share stewardship information with congregation Contact and encourage new members to become involved in the mission and ministry of the church Maintain a list of talents and spiritual gifts that God has given to the members Develop, maintain and oversee the annual election process Maintain ministerial descriptions for all boards and committee positions Be responsible for the periodic publication of a church directory/membership manual Oversee the mission and ministry of the Wellness Committee BOARD OF YOUTH The Youth Board, as assistants to the called Youth Ministry Leader(s), shall concern themselves with the spiritual life of the youth, and be charged with the supervision and the development, programming, and implementation of all youth ministry activities. Responsible for guiding the Youth Ministry in such a way that the needs of the entire Congregation are adequately served Develop, maintain, and actively be involved with and regularly evaluate a system of ministry for all youth of the congregation in order to care for them Enlist the youth in the mission and ministry of the congregation Assist the Called Youth Ministry Leader(s) in ministering to the youth that are struggling with difficult issues Pray for, encourage, and be concerned about the spiritual, emotional and physical health and welfare of the Called Youth Ministry Leader(s) and their families Daily be in prayer for the Youth Ministry Serve as a mentor in the lives of the youth both in the congregation and in the community

11 Board Information BOARD OF FINANCE The Board of Finance shall consist of a minimum of 5 members. The Business Manager shall serve as an ex-officio member. The Board of Finance shall oversee the financial procedures of Grace Ev. Lutheran Church to insure their continuity and continually increase their capacity to successfully execute the mission of the Congregation. Appoint, train, and oversee the Counting Team Facilitate the gathering of budget requests from Boards and Committees. Manage the budget process Oversee gathering, accounting, recording, and depositing procedures for tithes and offerings Facilitate and maintain proper business operating procedures Provide financial stewardship education and motivation towards tithes and offerings Be responsible for and oversee Board of Finance teams and activities - Planned Giving and Memorial Team Financial Review Team Counting Team Financial Stewardship Team BOARD OF PRESCHOOL The Board of Preschool Ministry shall consist of a minimum of five members. The Board of Preschool Ministry shall provide parents and their pre-school age children with opportunities to fulfill a child s spiritual, intellectual, emotional, social and physical needs. Maintain a job description of the Preschool Director Employ teachers who confess Jesus Christ as their risen Lord and Savior and who are active in a Missouri Synod congregation or another Christian Church Employ or appoint other personnel as necessary Approve. upon the recommendation of Pastor and Preschool Director, the curriculum used in the Preschool Approve and revise Preschool Handbook, operating procedures, and job descriptions as necessary Help to determine length of Preschool year and Preschool hours Serve as a final arbitrator in case of a grievance Help develop, approve and maintain a budget and regulate tuition amounts, fees and salaries. BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Board of Trustees shall consist of a minimum of 5 members. The Board of Trustees shall be charged with the oversight, appearance and maintenance of the corporate property of the church. Have custody and control of the church property and make such rules and regulation and perform such acts, as it may deem necessary and appropriate for maintenance and improvement to Church property Sign legal documents and make contracts Has authority to purchase equipment and supplies necessary for operation of church Employ and discharge, in consultation with the Business Manager, personnel necessary for the operation and maintenance of the Church property Present to Church Council proposed improvements

12 Committee Information Endowment Committee The Endowment Committee shall consist of five voting members, one of whom shall be the past president, and one shall be a member from the Board of Finance. The purpose of the Endowment Committee is to provide Grace Lutheran Church with the ability to receive gifts and bequests from multiple donors and is intended to be maintained on a long term basis, providing support to the congregation s mission into the future. To determine and fulfill procedures and policies for soliciting, processing and dispositions of grant requests in accordance with the requirements and limitation of funds To educate the congregation about the Funds, promote the Funds, and solicit donations in an appropriate manner Report annually to the congregation gifts received, investment returns, size of the Funds, details on grants and requests Assist donors in the process of making gifts to the Funds Establish policies and procedures for accepting or rejecting proposed gifts Act as the designated adviser to the Grace Lutheran Endowment Fund with respect to all operational matters, including requests for distribution from the Funds NOMNATING COMMITTEE The Nominating Committee shall consist of a minimum of 6 members. The Nominating Committee shall work with the Called Leadership Team and Boards to evaluate, select and recruit members of the congregation to serve in leadership positions. May - Receive Time & Talent Survey and Spiritual Gift Inventory from Board of Discipleship June - Meet with Called Leadership Team and Boards to receive and evaluate leadership positions July - Secure copies of the Constitution and By-Laws and Ministry Description for each office that needs to be filled. Make calls to members in the Congregation to let them know which positions need to be filled and provide them with information on the position they are being asked to prayerfully consider filling August - They will provide the list of candidates to the Board of Discipleship. Wellness Committee The Wellness Committee shall consist of a minimum of eight members, which shall include the Parish Nurse, one Elder, and six additional members appointed by the Board of Discipleship. The Wellness Committee shall facilitate congregationally based ministries that promote and sustain lifespan. Serve to coordinate activities of Grace Lutheran Church that have a primary focus of promotion of whole person health of spirit, mind, and body across the lifespan Serve to identify needs, plan to meet these needs and evaluate programs that are implemented Collaborate with other Boards and Committees and with Grace camp for the purpose of promoting whole person health Support the Parish Nurse in the roles of health educator, liaison to community resources, coordinator of volunteers supporting whole person health and health counselor Members are appointed on an annual basis.

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14 1 st Becky Kirby 2 nd Alex Heetland 3 rd Terri Shelton Jacob Swanson Emily Swanson 4 th Kamryn Albrecht 5 th Denise Runge Brynlee Dies Don Ketelsen Rodney Keeney Sylvia Meyer Mary Alger Josh Mitchell 7 th John Arey Chelsea Petersen Brandon Larison 8 th Mitchell Jebson 9 th Noah Sunday David Hansen 10 th Mike Foote Bud Selk Adelynn Williams Barbara Mickelsen 11 th Tyler Lawrence Austin Meyer 12 th Jeanne Hansen Shawn Wright Debra Husemann Preslee Wagner Holston Krukow 13 th Kathy Mangan Kindra Barys Tracy Paarmann Kelli Olson Mitchell Kirby 14 th Daniel Bark Lauren Hansen 15 th Nathan Yoerger 16 th Aidan Foit 17 th Wendy Proctor Phyllis Humphrey 18 th Dylan Millerschone 19 th Lily Soenksen 20 th Mildred Harmsen Maggie Hartmann Cheryl Housman David Knight Brady Dies 21 st Paul Becker Chad Marlowe Grace Gotoski Jeremy Sunday Lori Wheelen 23 rd Ardith Barr Michael Scott Rodney Wold Michael Kennedy Lynn Swanson 24 th Valarie Betz Keaton Birt Owen Tucker 25 th Sandy Miller David Kirby Coleen Hughes Jesse Spain 25 th Richard Block Kurt Kreiter Edwin Vance 26 th Keaton Mueller Tess Munoz Kyle McDevitt 27 th Riley McVey 28 th Jerry Collins Kay Hall Joy Marik Seth Blanchard Hannah Grantz Allison LaFevers Addison Tucker Breeanna Paasch 29 th Zane Burzlaff Selma King Joan Smith Brad Tobey 1 st Erik & Jill Johnson 2 nd Eric & Shannon Williams John & Joellyn McDonnell Keith & Brenda Gustafson 3 rd Dale & JoAnn Greve Kenneth & Sheryl Brommelkamp Gregory & Joleen Henningsen Bryan & Angie Herington 4 th Larry & Nancy Spain 6 th Kevin & Tina Meyer Denise & Norlin Wagner-Mommsen 7 th Matthew & Laura Nebel 8 th Duane & Bernice Meyer Zachary & Andrea Beuthien Jeremy & Jessica Sunday Jerry & Josie Collins 10 th Cory & Rachael Krukow 12 th Milo & Norma Soenksen Leon & Ronna Roseland 15 th Ryan & Carrie Carter 17 th Kurt & Colleen Flathers 20 th Aaron & Shannon Soenksen 22 nd James & Karen Kuehl 23 rd Jack & Verda Scott 25 th Kim & Beth Haring 26 th James & Charlotte Harroun 27 th John & Pamela Pischke