Zion s Good News MAY 2018 MAY WORSHIP AND EDUCATION. Sunday Morning Worship May 6th: 8:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Affirmation of Baptism

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1 Stratford, WI We re on the web! Zion Lutheran Church 700 North 2nd Avenue Phone: Fax: Address Service Requested Non Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Stratford, WI Permit No. 6 ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH Zion s Good News MAY 2018 MAY WORSHIP AND EDUCATION Sunday Morning Worship May 6th: 8:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Affirmation of Baptism May 13th: 9:00 a.m. High School Senior Recognition Zion scholarships will be awarded during Worship Tuesday Morning Bible Study 10:00 a.m. May 1, 8, 15 and 22 May 20th: 9:00 a.m. Pentecost and New Member Sunday May 27th: 9:00 a.m. Worship Holy Trinity Sunday Contemplative Worship 6:00 p.m. Thursday, May 24th

2 PENTECOST May is a busy month with graduations and Mother s Day and Affirmation of Baptism. In this busy atmosphere, the celebration of Pentecost seems to get lost in the crowd. So, my message this month is an attempt to draw your attention to not only the day of Pentecost, but God s message through the Holy Spirit that permeates this season of the church year. I d like to highlight two scriptures for us to ponder. Jesus said, The wind blows where it chooses, and you hear the sound of it, but you do not know where is comes from or where it goes. So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit. (John 3:8) The Holy Spirit has always been a bit of a mystery. It s easy to talk about God the Father who created all things and continues to create newness all the time. And Jesus, well we have the whole New Testament (27 books) to read about his life, death, resurrection, and continued work in our hearts. But the Spirit, that s another story. Yet, it is the Holy Spirit who moves us on the winds of love, who stays with us in the threatening storms of life, and who whispers God s promise of love and salvation in our ears at just the right time. When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit. (Acts 2:1-2) These words from Acts remind us that our true life is most often found in the midst of others. The same Spirit blows us together, rushing in where we least expect it, and surprising us with the beauty and the courage to see those around us with new eyes. The Spirit opens the doors of our hearts and minds and gives us the passion to love as we have been loved. Pentecost is a green season, a season of growth. As we ponder these words of scripture and allow them to sink deep within, may the Spirit blow all around us and bring new life. 2 YOUR CHURCH STAFF COUNCIL MEMBERS President: Brenda Castellano V. Pres.: Becky Curtis Secretary: Angie Guralski Treasurer: Marge Redetzke Evangelism: Cory Wiesman Faith Formation: Jackie Fischer & Reed Curtis Property: Lee Spindler Stewardship: Amy Cournoyer Worship: Lois Miller PASTOR: Sue Eidahl Home Phone: eides@zionlc.com DCM: Craig Gauerke Phone: craig@zionlc.com Secretary: Lori Lang office@zionlc.com WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ZION Write us at Zion Lutheran Church, 700 North Second Ave, Stratford, WI Phone us at :30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or leave a voice mail message. Or us at office@zionlc.com or directly to s above. WEB SITE: TRADITIONAL WORSHIP 9:00 a.m. Pastor Sue 11 INDEX Page 1 May Schedule 2 Pastor Sue s Letter 3 Craig s Letter 4 Council Profile / J-Team and Little Lutherans / Book of the Month 5 Adopt A Highway / June-July Newsletter / Confirmands 6 Praise Choirs / Confirmation Reminders / Scrip 7 Council Minutes / Building Update 8 Woodchucks Game / Silent Auction Basket Sale / Polaris Day & Brat Fry 9 New Members / Pastoral Acts / Contemplative Worship / Faith Formation Team Meeting / Facebook 10 Birthdays and Anniversaries 11 Church Staff and Index Pull out: May Calendar and Serving Schedule. Photographs of Class of 2018 NEWSLETTER DEADLINE The 21st of each month. ANNOUNCEMENT DEADLINE Wednesdays by 9:00 a.m. WEEKLY Goes out on Monday morning. office@zionlc.com to be added to the receiver list. PLEASE keep the office updated: Address & changes Births, Deaths, Hospitalizations Phone / Cell changes

3 MAY BIRTHDAYS 1 - Lenny Zawislan Easton Kilty Jaegar Ormond 3 - Amanda Aschenbrenner Amandalee Miller 4 Arik Johnson 5 - Aliya Manecke Mckenzie Ford 6 - Matt Fish 7 - Lori Wiesman 8 - Wendy Spaeth 9 - Patrick Wrensch Mike Rock 11 - James Schmidt Jared Carl Kay Brubaker 12 - Casey Dasler 13 - Brooke Grell Peggy Jolivette Jenna Weigel Chris Draper Colton Trachte 14 - Brenda Weigel Janet Schoenherr Olivia Homann Brock Halopka Jessica Southwick Cassandra Meyer 15 - Delores Pernsteiner 16 - Lois Zuelke Rhonda Thompson 17 - Brandon Foley Chelsey Gliniecki Sierra Kreft Garrett Smazal Dawn Schoenherr 18 - Kati Wiesman Keresa Kilty 19 - Jackson Ormond Scott Pupp 20 - Barry Cole 21 - Ron Zepplin 23 Koehler Kilty Jeremy Bulgrin 25 - Tim Schoenherr Amanda Spindler Dylan Fischer 26 Hailey Federwitz 28 - Michelle Osterbrink Jack Busche Kristine Federwitz Dale Homann 27 Andrew Dennee 30 Ryan Christopherson 31 - Landon Kramer Sharon Gebelein Sarani Dasler Charles Kolbeck Jevin Spindler MAY ANNIVERSARIES 1 - Arnie & Judy Polege 2- Jason & Tania Dennee 7 - James & Vicki Pfahning Kevin and Lois Miller 8 - Elroy & Amy Schoenfuss 13 - Steve & Esther Miller 15 - Jerry & Nancy Frodl 16 - Scott & Michele Osterbrink John & Lori Werner 19 Joel & Tammie Christopherson 23 - Robert & Donetta Ulrich 24 - Jan & Charles Brown 25 Kevin & Coral Van Der Leest 31 - Elmer & Marge Hayes Wes & Keri Manecke Scott & Jackie Fischer END RACISM As I was walking around Washington D.C. I began to reflect on what has gone on here. The power and control of government felt so close. The chatter of individuals passing me by, making me wondering what role they have or are they just another visitor like me. My mission in early April was to attend the End Racism Rally, and join in on the Day of Advocacy. These events were made possible by the National Council of Church, which locally is the Wisconsin Council of Churches. These two events also centered on the 50th anniversary of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. s brutal assassination in Memphis, TN. I was able to hear a number of speakers, from many different denominations and religions of the world. The one which sticks out the most was Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield (of Ben & Jerry s Ice Cream). They began by telling their story regarding the ice cream business and how they grew up in a middle class suburb just outside of New York City in the late 60 s & early 70 s. Cohen dropped out of medical school and struggled to keep a job. Greenfield was arrest a number of times for marijuana use in high school and college. Both of these records would be considered major negatives to receive a business loan at a local bank. Yet, they were approved without any questions regarding past issues to start Ben & Jerry s Ice Cream. Mr. Cohen and Mr. Greenfield then went back to the beginning of their story to tell it a second time, this time as if they were African American. The story took an all too common tone of racism because of what they did and who they were. They ended their story with a simple ask: What if we were black? Racism in America is not even close to being over. In the whole history of the world, only in the last few generations have people of color felt close to equal. The fact remains, equality has not translated into reality. Whites have had hundreds of years to gather wealth, property, and most importantly status. During my day of advocacy I was able to meet with staffers from Senator Johnson s and Representative Duffy s offices (ironically they both were at their Wisconsin offices because Congress was not in session). I brought up two topics, school safety and institutional racism. Both topics should be bipartisan issues. For the most part, I felt both offices brought up ways they had been and will be supporting security funding for local schools. When it came to racism the tone was not as positive. Both offices recognized the problem, but did not know what the government s role should be in helping solve the problem. To me, this was a bit disappointing. Overall, I felt both offices respected my thoughts and time. If you would like to see photos of my travels you can visit Zion s Facebook page. I ask you to pray for our leaders in government, in whatever way seems fit to you. Craig Gauerke, Director of Congregational Ministry 10 3

4 COUNCIL PROFILE My name is Amy Cournoyer and I chair the Stewardship team. This is my first year on council and I am excited about this rewarding opportunity. I work at the Marshfield Clinic as a Reimbursement Educator. I am married to my husband, Ryan, and we have 3 children; Trenton (11), Colin (10) and Lily (6). I have been a member of Zion my whole life. I look forward to the future of learning more about the church and our members. PASTORAL ACTS NEW MEMBER SUNDAY Rescheduled to Sunday, May 20th. We will be welcoming: Dr. Michael Anderson Craig Gauerke Megan Stack Mike, Jenny and Greyson Wilke Pastor Sue officiated at the Baptisms of Talia Iverson, Zachariah McBath, and Colin Rasmussen. CONTEMPLATIVE WORSHIP Little Lutherans (Kindergarten 3 rd Grade) and J-Team (4 th 6 th Grade) will meet on Wednesday, May 2nd and May 16th, at 3:00 p.m. BOOK OF THE MONTH: EPHESIANS Each day of the week read the same verses three times. Try different speeds of reading. What words stick out to you on Monday may be different on Friday. Think about the meaning in your life, and the lives of others around you. Enjoy! The main theme of Ephesians is "the Church, which is the Body of Christ," according to Dr. Daniel B. Wallace who is a New Testament professor at Dallas Theological Seminary. May 6th: Ephesians 2: 8-10 May 13th: Ephesians 3: May 20th: Ephesians 4: 1-6 May 27th: Ephesians 6: Thursday, May 24th at 6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room Faith Formation Team Meeting May 1 st 6:30PM - 7:30PM Anyone who has a passion for youth ministry programming is welcome to come. Contact Craig, DCM for more information. Zion is on Facebook. You can go to our website at and click on the link to the Facebook page. 4 9

5 WOODCHUCKS FATHER S DAY BASEBALL GAME Sign-up: Located in the Narthex. (Deadline for sign-up is June 3 rd ) Date: June 17 3PM (Meet at the stadium.) Tickets: $23 per person Includes: a ticket to the game in The Bullpen area, all you can eat and drink, and 3 tabs for beer or wine. ADOPT-A-HIGHWAY WORK DAY Date: Saturday, May 12 th Time: 9:45AM-12:00PM. Volunteers should meet at the church to watch a short safety video, review the hazardous materials guide and grab a safety vest. Anyone 11 years old or older are able to volunteer for this event. Confirmation students, especially those that may have missed one of their confirmation electives are strongly encouraged to attend. A signup sheet is in the Narthex. SILENT AUCTION BASKET SALE Why: ELCA National Youth Gathering When: May 6 th - June 3 rd What: Look for baskets & bidding sheets in the Gathering Area after Worship. You may bid at any time during the week. Just a reminder that we will have one newsletter that will cover both June and July events. Deadline for that issue is May 21st. Please contact me if you have any questions! Lori When: June 6 th 4:00-7:00PM POLARIS DAY & BRAT FRY Location: Bill s Service Center in Stratford Come support Zion Lutherans National Youth Gathering participant s final fundraiser, and take a test drive. Our Confirmands will be celebrated in the next issue. God Bless you on your Confirmation Day and always. 8 5

6 Praise Choir Sunday Rehearsals 8:00 a.m. Confirmation Reminders Disciples for Christ: Confirmation Practice: 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 2nd Confirmation Service: 10:15 a.m. Sunday, May 6th Confirmation Gowns due in Office: Monday, May 7th Confirmation Electives: Wednesday, May 9th: Take a Look in the Mirror Saturday, May 12th: Adopt A Highway Wednesday, May 16th: Can Someone Lose Their Salvation? Wednesday, May 23rd: Financial Habits Wednesday, May 30th: Why Dads Are So Important Confirmation Core Retreat: New Testament Bible Friday, May 11th and Saturday, May 12th Confirmation Core Class: New Testament Bible Wednesday, May 2nd If you are in need of a replacement class please contact Lori, Craig or Pastor Sue for available classes. Council Minutes Zion Lutheran Church Council met on Monday April 16, 2018 President Brenda Castellano called the meeting to order Cory Wiesman led with devotions. During the meeting the council: Approved the Secretary Report. Approved the Treasurer Report. Approved the Ministry Team Report Lent is over and Pastor thought we had good attendance for Easter services, the month of June she has every weekend booked with weddings, she will be taking some vacation in July Craig reported that the pie sale was a success, He is planning VBS The church gave $ to the village to help people out that is having trouble paying their bill, this was from the 2017 Building Tithe Adopt a highway cleanup will be May 12, kids must be 11 years old or in 6 th grade Council approved the 11 confirmands and the New Members Gave Lori a card for Administrative Assistant Day which is April 25 th Respectfully submitted by Angie Guralski, Secretary * A full copy of the Secretary s notes is in the office. Building Update 2018 Payment Bi-Weekly Start Payment Interest Principal Ending Dates Balance Amount Paid Paid Balance 01/05 & 01/19 $406, $3, $1, $1, $ 404, /02 & 02/16 $404, $3, $1, $1, $ 402, /02 & 03/16 $402, $3, $1, $1, $ 401, /30 $401, $1, $ $ $ 400, By supporting our Scrip Fundraising Program, you are supporting our incredible young adults. We have young people who are passionate about their faith. Funds raised through our Scrip program go towards mission trips, ELCA national and synod youth gatherings, adventure trips, and service opportunities. Total monthly principal payments $ 6, Total monthly interest payments $ 4, Balance of loan as of $ 400, Partners Bank Building checking acct balance as of $ 30,

7 Connor Multerer Chelsey Gliniecki Sarani Dasler Taya Nett Congratulations Graduates! Garret Moen Class of 2018 Evan Schoenfuss McKenzie Ford

8 Courtney Reno Jeremy Schoenherr Doug Bolen Congratulations Graduates! Anna Spaeth Kaitlyn Ulrich Olympia Garrigan