10-11-2009 Redeemer Lutheran Church Weekly Announcements and Highlights Special Prayer Opportunities: Health Concerns: Todd Zmina, Bob Salley, Glennis Beach, Jake Jacobson, and Bob Hoenk Thanksgiving: Rejoice with Carl Burfiend who is celebrating 90 years of blessings PRAYER CHAIN Prayer is a powerful gift that is always available for us to use. If you have a prayer request, call June Hovland (288-7579) or Kitty Harders (289-4991) who will activate the chain. Anyone interested in becoming a part of this prayer ministry, please contact June or Kitty. NEW E-MAIL PRAYER CHAIN - To request a prayer or to join the chain, send an email to Lori Hameister at littlebitmoo@hughes.net. PRAYER CARDS - Take a look in your pew rack and you ll see our prayer cards! These cards will be collected by one of the ROSE ON THE ALTAR Is in honor of Avis Reihl who celebrated her 88th birthday on October 4 Is in honor of Carl Burfeind who will celebrate his 90th birthday on October 15. THE BIBLES ARE HERE! If you preordered a Lutheran Study Bible, please look for your Bible in the Narthex. Your name should be on the Bible along with a payment envelope. Please return the envelope to the church office with payment. If you have any questions, please contact Chris in the church office at 289-5147. ALL SAINTS STARS are now ready for names! Look for them in the narthex. Stewardship Tidbits God s Stewards: Rejoice in and live out of what the Lord has declared them to be through the cross -- saints. Stewards also recognize that they are sinners who fight sin and it consequences daily. Ephesians 4:22-24 Colossians 3:5-17 Romans 7:21-25 1 John 3:1-2 1 Peter 2:9-10 Special Music for LWML Sunday The prelude, anthem, and offertory music at the 8 a.m. service Sunday is shared by The Singing Teapots! This unique musical group was formed this summer and have been sharing God s gift of music with residents of area care centers and at other special events since then. The members of the group come from Christ, Holy Cross, Redeemer, and Trinity Lutheran in Rochester, Mt. Moriah, Byron, and represent the Rochester Zone LWML. There is an open invitation to anyone who would like to join in this music ministry. A rehearsal is scheduled 1 p.m., Oct 13 at Christ Lutheran to prepare for our scheduled program at Sunrise Cottages at 1:30 on October 16. Contact Dorothy Zemke, Betty Mueller, or Delores McGillivray for information or a ride. 1
2ND GRADERS GET THEIR BIBLES! During the 10:40 am service this morning, our 2nd graders will continue their faith journey by receiving a Bible to use and keep as they grow in their faith. Tyler Bell Tyler Bruns Connor Cummings Jennifer Cummings Taylor Fick April Gentling Addie Harvey Anthony Hastings Kaitlyn Haugen Maria Kann Anne-Marie Kielb Hailey Moore Ethan Poch Davis Schulz Sophie Schwarz Bauer Selnes Audrey Timm 2ND GRADE PRAYER PARTNERS The following young people have agreed to be prayer pals for our new second graders receiving their Bibles. Thanks to these young people for lifting up others in prayer. Kailey Webster Christian Nisbit Nicolette Johnson Leah Ward Ethan Wileman Ally Kann Jennifer Evers Connor Wondrasch Christopher Wileman Stephanie Fingerson Brianna Rahlf Libby Batterson Polka Service Dinner Polka Band, "Chuck Thiel and the Jolly Ramblers" will lead our music for the 5:30 pm service as we sing praise to God with a polka beat! A dinner will be held following the service. Watch for more information! There will be a free-will offering for the cost of the food and the band. To assist in planning, please indicate your intention by signing up on the list in the narthex or by calling the church office at 289-5147 by Monday, October 12. HELP NEEDED - The Polka Service dinner is becoming a well attended event (over 200 people!). We could use more help (especially younger people) in the following areas: Four people to set up tables at 1 pm on Saturday, October 17. Eight people to help serve the dinner following the worship service. Three people to help run the dishwasher. (Yes! We are going to use real dishes. Instructions and dirty dishes provided!) If you are able to help in any of these areas, please sign-up on the sheet on the counter in the narthex. Questions, contact Connie Bennett at 288-2713. 2
SUNDAY ADULT BIBLE CLASSES Who Am I and What Am I Doing Here? Join Pastor Settle in the South Fellowship Hall. Have A New Child By Friday - Come join us in the North Fellowship Hall! Creation: Charles Darwin - Join us in the Choir Room. FALL CLEAN-UP DAY SAT., October 24 8 am to Noon We will once again needs lots of willing and helping hands. All ages are welcome! Plan to rake leaves, clean gutters, wash Windows as well as many other tasks. ELDERBERRIES (age 50 and older), We will meet Tuesday, November 3, at 11:30 am, in the Fellowship Hall. The menu will include sliced ham, mashed potatoes with gravy, house salad with two dressings, buttered rolls and dessert. The cost is $7.50. The program presented by Dorothy Lund Nelson will be Orphan Train Riders, sharing the story of trains that ran from 1854 to 1929 carrying over 200,000 children from New York City to over 40 states to be adopted by families. (Please note a freewill offering will be taken to compensate the speaker and any amount is welcome.) Come and listen to the presentation and enjoy the Christian fellowship. The sign-up sheet will be in the narthex or just call Ted or Renee Saxman at 282-5079 if you want to attend. Please sign up by Sunday, November 1. If you would be willing to bring a dessert please indicate that on the sign-up sheet and Renee will contact you if needed. Please remember if you can't attend and you haven't cancelled by Sunday evening November 1, Elderberries will be charged for your meal. Any questions, call Ted or Renee Saxman at the above number. 3
If you have questions about any of these events contact: Michael Harvey (319-4929) daharveys@msn.com or Lynora Miller (288-7219) millertwins2@charter.net UPCOMING Youth Events for September and October! October 11 - Shout! - Shout has kicked off! This is a great place to bring friends. From 6 to 8 pm and all 6-12th graders are welcome! Night of fun, food, and fellowship with God and each other. October 16-17 - Cardboard Box City - Come spend a night in the park in a cardboard box house while raising money for the homeless! A great time for a great cause! Grades 6-12 can participate. October 24 - Hayride and Bonfire - A great autumn event! Sign up will be out soon. July 2010 - National Youth Gathering - This once in a lifetime opportunity is for youth that will be 14 and older by next summer. Registration is now closed. Rough dates for the trip are July 14-24, 2010. Expected dates for trip sharing in church are July 29/31/August 1. Sharing is an expected part of the trip! B.R.I.G.H.T. NIGHT DRAMA - The B.R.I.G.H.T. Night Drama will be a little different this year! We will be bringing to life the readings for Sunday, November 8. There is a sign up sheet on the counter in the narthex. We will not have as many practices but each child that signs up will play an important role. B.R.I.G.H.T. Night is for children in grades 2-6. Sign up will close on October 11, and practice times will be set based on the participants schedules. What s Your Smile Saying? October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Dental decay (cavities) is the most common chronic disease of childhood, affecting 50 percent of children by middle childhood and nearly 70 percent by late adolescence. Other common problems are chronic gingivitis, periodontal, and gum disease. These things can be easily prevented by practicing good oral health care, such as brushing and flossing. The chance of developing one of these diseases can also be limited by eating foods high in vitamin C, vitamin D, folic acid, and zinc. Also remember to have your regular oral check up to help remove plaque buildup and other irritants between your teeth. For more information go to adha.org. Source: The American Dental Hygienists Association, provided by Olmsted County Public Health Service 4
"I'm Too Quiet... to serve as a ChristCare Group Leader." Being a leader doesn't mean being the center of attention in the group. It does mean caring, listening, and facilitating others' sharing. If God has given you these gifts, consider training as a ChristCare Group Leader. If you are interested and want more details, contact one of the ChristCare Equippers: Paul Collopy 281-2493 Sue Tollers 288-2317 Paula Muth 289-4436 Paul Haugen 951-4595 Bonnie Haugen 951-4476 How to Participate in the K.I.D.S. Stamp Program Each child receives a K.I.D.S. (Kids into Discipleship and Stewardship) stamp book. Stamps can be purchased for 25 or $1 each. Once full, the $25 book is sent to the Lutheran Church Extension Fund and placed into an investment in the K.I.D.S. saver's name with a parent or guardian as the custodian. All investments through LCEF earn interest and are used for low-interest loans to churches, schools, and rostered church workers... All to share the good news of Jesus Christ! The K.I.D.S. Stamp Program gets children involved in the ministry of the Church. For questions about the program contact Kristie Klatt at 287-6091. LWML WHITEWATER CONFERENCE FALL RALLY - October 31, 2009 Plan to join us at St. John s Lutheran Church in Hart, Minnesota, (take Rushford exit off of I-90 and go 5 miles south) beginning with registration and coffee at 8:15 am, on Saturday, October 31. The theme will be Go Ye Into The World, and the guest speaker will be Stephen Wiesenauer, Asia Developer. Lunch will be served at Noon and the cost is $10.00. Gifts From The Heart: SEMCAC Food Shelf; nonperishable food, paper goods, toiletries. No childcare will be available. Sharing Their Talents Today Message... Pastor Paul Haugen Children s Message... Michael Harvey, DCE Organist... April Beckman, DPM Angelic Chimes Director... April Beckman Elders 5:30 pm... Dan Zemke 8:00 am... Bob Keith 10:40 am... Larry Stoen Lectors 5:30 pm... Linda Neterval 8:00 am... Sherrill VanGuilder 10:40 am... Jennifer Pralle Blood Pressures... Sue Kazos Acolytes 8:00 am... Janna Henkel / Jessica Henkel 10:40 am... Mackenzie Horn / Ally Kann Greeters 5:30 pm... Sue Kazos 8:00 am Don and Arlene Strelow, Royce and Marlie Ernst family 10:40 am... Craig and Krisanne Nelson family, Elvera and Marty Cordes Altar Guild Renee Brandt, Mary Frances Burton, Wendy Hickey, Shari Kmett, Connie Harnack, Vicky Ward, and Caroline Ferdig 5
HALLELUJAH FALL CARNIVAL Rochester Central Lutheran School (RCLS) 2619 Ninth Avenue NW, Rochester, MN Saturday, October 24 th, 2009 4:00 7:00 PM Join us for a late afternoon of fun at RCLS s annual Hallelujah Fall Carnival! Children and adults are encouraged to come in God-pleasing costumes. Please stay away from anything that would not promote the mission and ministry of RCLS. We will have a costume parade (6:00 p.m.), games, prizes and a pumpkin carving contest. Friends and neighbors are also welcome! If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call us at 289-3267. RCLS HORIZON BREAKFAST OCT. 22 This is RCLS s annual major ask event. In these times, gifts from God s people are an essential part of RCLS s funding up and beyond tuition and association congregational support. The breakfast event begins at 8 a.m. in the school gymnasium and lasts for only one hour. This year s new video will be shown in public for the very first time. Please contact the school office at (507)289-3267. THE EIGHTH GRADE CLASS AT RCLS Is preparing for their class gift and class trip that will take place at the end of the school year. We will be selling Watkins products through October 20 and Butterbraids from October 26- November 19. If you would like to purchase any of these products, please contact a current 8th grader or stop by the school office. Thank you for your support. NEXT WEEKEND S READINGS Ecclesiastes 5:10-20, Hebrews 4:1-13, and Mark 10:23-31 Theme: Riches, Rewards, and Redemption OUR RESPONSE TO GOD LAST WEEK: Weekend Worship Attendance: 518 (127+213+178) Guests: 41 Sunday School / Bible Classes 273 (80+193) 6
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 Sisters In Christ ChristCare - 9 am WORSHIP - 5:30 pm SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 - LWML Sunday WORSHIP - 8 and 10:40 am Blood Pressures - 9 am Adult Bible Classes - 9:20 am Sunday School - 9:20 am 2nd Graders Receive Bibles - 10:40 am Instrumentalists - Narthex - 5 pm SHOUT! - Youth Room - 6 pm MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 Quilters - NFH - 9 am FCCI - N/S FH - 5 to 9 pm Women s Choir - Sanctuary - 6:15 pm TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 Men s Bible Study - Rm 102-9 am Ladies Bible Study - NFH - 9 am Faithfully Fit Forever - NFH - 10:30 am RLCW Exec - SFH - 10:30 am Faithfully Fit Forever - NFH - 10:30 am Board of Trustees - Rm 201-6:30 pm Board of Stewardship - Rm 102-6:45 pm Board of Youth - Youth Room - 7 pm Fund Development - Rm L-4-7 pm Board of Education - Rm L-3-7 pm Compassionate Friends - Upper Rm - 7 pm Church Council - Rm 102-8 pm Compassionate Friends - Upper Rm - 8 pm WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 Staff Meeting - Rm 102-9 am THIS WEEK AT REDEEMER October 10 through October 18, 2009 Shalom ChristCare - Upper Rm - 9 am Youth Choir (7-12) - Chapel - 5:30 pm Youth Chimes (7-12) - Sanctuary - 5:47 pm Alleluia Singers (2-6) - Rm L-2-6 pm Cherub Choir (4-yrs -1 gr.) - Rm 100-6:05 pm Angelic Chimes (2-6) - Sanctuary - 6:30 pm Sounds of Praise - Choir Rm - 7 pm Rebecca Circle - NFH - 7:30 pm THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 Lutheran Educators Conference - Mankato Faithful Followers CC - Rm 102-1 pm Men s Choir - Choir Rm - 6:15 pm Stephen Ministry - Rm 102-6:30 pm Chancel Chimes - Sanctuary - 7 pm FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 Lutheran Educators Conference - Mankato Library Committee - Library - 9:30 am Cardboard Box City - 4 pm SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 - Polka Service Rochester Woodcarvers - 7 am to 1 pm Choir Retreat - 9 am Blood Pressures - 5 pm HOLY COMMUNION - 5:30 pm German Dinner - FH - 6:30 pm SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 HOLY COMMUNION - 8 and 10:40 am Blood Pressures - 9 am Adult Bible Classes - 9:20 am Sunday School - 9:20 am Instrumentalists - Narthex - 5 pm Partners In Christ CC - 6:30 pm REDEEMER SEASONAL FLU SHOT CLINIC North Fellowship Hall -- Sunday, October 25, 2009 -- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. You will need to bring your Insurance card Pneumonia Shots will also be given, if desired. (A sign-up sheet is available in the narthex. Please sign up as soon as possible.) 7