L. I.G.H.T. May 2017 Bay View Lutheran Church 340 W Maple St Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 T H E H O M E P A G E A L L Y O U R Y O U T H A N D F A M I L Y I N F O R M A T I O N I N O N E P L A C E SUNDAY SCHOOL CONFIRMATION HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH Mother s Day Brunch Sunday, May 14, 2017 9:15-10:15 in the Sunday School Activity Room Sunday School kids will be serving YOU! Please join us for this special morning together with your child. Kids Sing! Sunday, May 13th 10:30 service Last Day of Sunday school is Mother s Day Sunday, May 13th Affirmation of Baptism Service May 6, 2018 10:30 service Congratulations to this year s confirmands! Rori Krueger Brodie Overbeck Alyssa Brendemeuhl Madi Volkmann Isaak Aune Drew Rass Jacob Norton Hannah Sternard Lily Clement Sophia McAllister Last day of confirmation class May 10, 2017 May Ushers: Sunday, May 7th-The 7th grade class We need extra volunteers Please! Youth Group Meetings 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month 6:30pm-8pm Grade 9-12 All are welcome! Wednesday, May 2, 2018 Wednesday, May 16, 2018 Senior Recognition Sunday, June 3, 2018 Please join us in celebrating this important milestone with our graduating seniors There will be a recognition and blessing during the 10:30 service with a reception prior starting at 9am Graduating seniors will receive a quilt from Bay View s quilters as a reminder of the love that goes with them as they begin the next step on their journey. Bike Rally BAY VIEW S Vacation Bible School August 6-10 9am-Noon Register today! Registration forms available in the education wing Youth and adult Volunteers Needed! The Flamingo s are back in town! Where will they land next?!? Did you get your Flamingo Insurance Yet?? Bay View s Learning Board along with the Sturgeon Bay Police Department and Sturgeon Bay Silent Sports will be hosting a Bike Rally! Bicycle safety instruction, Registration and proper helmet fitting will be available. A FREE Bicycle helmet will be provided for all youth. Monday, May 21st 6:00-7:30 pm Church Parking Lot
SAY, PRAY AND BLESS FOR FAMILIES Scripture verse for the month: A thief comes only to rob, kill, and destroy. I came so that everyone would have life, and have it in its fullest. John 10:10 (CEV) A Prayer for the Month: Jesus, our Good Shepherd, help us to recognize your voice each day and follow you. Amen. (John 10:4) Mealtime Prayer: Jesus, our Good Shepherd, through this day your hand has led us, and we thank you for your care. You have warmed us, clothed and fed us, listen to our grateful prayer. Amen. A Blessing to Give: May the Lord be your Good Shepherd. May God lead you without fear and restore your soul. May God s goodness and mercy follow you all the days of your life. IMPORTANT DATES Sunday School: Kids sing! Mother s Day May 14th at the beginning of the 10:30 service Last day of Sunday School is June 11, 2017 Confirmation: Affirmation of Baptism Sunday, May 7th at the 10:30 service Last day of Confirmation for all grades is Wednesday, May 10th HS Youth: Meets May 3 and 17 6:30-8pm Bay View Lutheran Church along with the Sturgeon Bay Police Department, Door County Emergency Services, and Door County Silent Sports are presenting a Bike Safety Rally Open to all members of our community! Bicycle safety instruction, registration, basic first aid and proper helmet fitting will be available. A FREE Bicycle helmet will be provided for all youth participants! Bring your bike and join us! Monday, May 21st 6:00-7:30 pm Bay View Lutheran Church 340 W. Maple Street, Sturgeon Bay All ages are welcome! Questions? Contact Shannon at 920-256-9165 or by email youth@bvlc.org 2
Bay View Lutheran Church August 6-10 9am-Noon Ages 5 and up Crafts, Games, Music, Worship and More! 3
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION Date: Monday, August 6 through Friday, August 10, 2018 Time: 9 am to Noon Place: Bay View Lutheran Church 340 W. Maple St. Sturgeon Bay Who: All students age 5-Grade 12 (Students who have completed grades 6-12 will be helpers) Cost: $10 per student. $20 per family No Charge for helpers! Scholarships are available! I am in need of a scholarship for my child/family Due Date: Registering by June 30 th will help us to plan accordingly. Walk-ins are welcome! 2018 VBS Student s name: Date of Birth Last Grade Completed Allergies, medical concerns or special needs: Parent/Guardian s name Address: Email: Phones: Home Work Cell Emergency Contact: Name Relationship to student Phone: Home Work Cell How did you hear about our Vacation Bible School? (PLEASE TURNOVER TO COMPLETE THE BACK OF FORM) 4
Photo/Media Waiver I hereby consent that my child s image, and likeness, as shown in the video, photographs, and/or electronic images in which he/she appears during these events may be used by Bay View Lutheran Church as a promotional and informational tool or posted on the official www.bvlc.org website. No Parent Signature Date THIS BOX MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ATTENDANCE Church where Day Camp is being held: Bay View Lutheran Church Town/ST: Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Date: August 6-10, 2018 I understand and certify that my child s participation in Luther Park Bible Camp s (LPBC) Day Camp program held at the church and its activities is completely voluntary. I recognize that certain hazards and dangers are inherent in Day Camp events and programs and I acknowledge that although LPBC and the church have taken safety measures to minimize the risk of injury, LPBC and the church cannot insure nor guarantee that the participants, equipment, premises and/or activities will be free of hazards, accidents, and/or injuries. I further recognize and have instructed my child in the importance of knowing and abiding by LPBC and the church s rules, regulations and procedures for the safety of participants. I waive any claim against LPBC and the church and/or its personnel for any lost articles; for any injury to my minor child; and/or any injury to myself. The church assumes secondary insurance coverage. I assume primary coverage. This health history is correct so far as I know, and the person named on this form has permission to engage in all camp activities except as noted. AUTHORIZATION FOR TREATMENT: In case of emergency, I understand that every effort will be made to contact the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the VBS Day Camper. In the event I cannot be reached, I hereby give permission to the medical personnel selected by the church to order x-rays, routine tests, treatment, and necessary transportation for my child. I give permission to the physician selected by the church to secure and administer treatment, including hospitalization, for my child as named on this form. AUTHORIZATION FOR TRANSPORTATION: I hereby give permission for my child to be transported for offsite outings. AUTHORIZATION FOR USING LIKENESS: I hereby give permission for photographs/video including my child and/or myself to be used in the promotion of LPBC and/or the ELCA. COMPLIANCE WITH ELECTRONICS POLICY: I understand that LPBC does not allow any electronic devices except cameras and I certify that I have ensured my child s compliance with this policy. Signature of Camper s Parent/Guardian Date 5
name. I am Lily Clement. I am 13 years old. I am in the 8 th grade. I love to play basketball for my school. I have one older brother which is a freshman at Sturgeon Bay High School. I love to go downhill skiing in the winter and sailing in the summer. I think that being confirmed is something that proves that I am a follower of God and that I promise to live in his I am Hannah Sternard. This is me: I am an eighth grader that attends TJ Walker Middle School. Besides completing homework, I enjoy volleyball, basketball, and track. In the summer I love to golf with my family and spend time with loved ones in my boat. All of my life I have had an amazing and inspirational sister, Ashley. I am lucky to have all of these things as I know that not everybody can have what I have. I am ever so grateful for these things. Another great support system is my grandparents and relatives who constantly love and guide me through life. In Confirmation I have learned why God called us all to his children. He wants us to share our knowledge of him, love, and forgiveness. He has shown me how to help others and so much more. Throughout this whole journey I have really loved spending time with God and my friends. I have learned how lucky I am to have this community of neighbors at Bay View Lutheran Church. My name is Jacob Norton. I am an 8 th grader at Southern Door. I am interested in golfing and swimming. I have two sisters. One is in college, I think she is 20. I also have a younger sister who is 11 years old. Confirmation is just a start on my faith journey. My favorite experience in confirmation was camp. We had a lot of fun and met new people and made a lot go new friends. In Confirmation, I have learned a lot about Jesus and what he did in his lifetime. Confirmation means to me that I am moving on in my faith life and that I am growing closer to God. Hi, my name is Drew Rass and I am an 8 th grader at Southern Door Middle school. I have two brothers. One, Isiah, is 14 months old and the others name is Cole and he is 12 yrs. old. I am going to miss Confirmation because of all the really cool things we have learned and the fun we have had while learning. I feel that affirming my baptism will be like being reborn in my faith with God. I would like to think about it as a new way of encountering God as a young adult in the congregation. I m Rori Krueger. I am an 8 th grader at Sevastopol School. I have two loving parents. I also have two sisters. My older sister, Tessa, is 18 and my younger sister, Kaedance, is 8-she has epilepsy. I also have a dog that is a Siberian Husky and German Shepherd mix. Her name is Kami. My favorite hobby is arts and crafts. I really love to draw. I have been to Crossways Camp many times. It was a great experience, and I would do it again in a heartbeat! My favorite experience from confirmation was going to the homeless shelter and serving the people. We also bagged lunches to give out I liked this experience because s I felt like I really got to help out a community. I am Brodie Overbeck. I am an 8 th grader at Southern Door Middle School. I love hunting and fishing. I mainly hunt with a compound bow. On days when I am not in the woods, I am working on athletics. I am in football, basketball, baseball and track. I first started coming to Bay View when I was about 8 years old. I really enjoy coming to this church because of the great activities they have to offer for the youth. I have had fun and met knew people in multiple church activities. I have known the people I am in confirmation with since my first day of Sunday School. 6
help raise money. Hi, my name is Alyssa Brendemuehl. I am 14 years old and attend TJ Walker Middle School. I am in the 8 th grade. My younger brother Liam is y5 years old and my sister, Jenna, is 11 years old. I enjoy listening to music, being with friends and track. My favorite experience in confirmation class was when we made soup. Liked this because it was really fun to work together as a group and it was to My name is Madi Volkmann. I am an 8 th grader at Sevastopol School. I have a little sister, Aleah and a dog, Bella. I enjoy volleyball and track. I have had a great few years in Confirmation. And I am sad to see the time slipping by. Through the years, I have created many memories to take away from this journey. One of my favorite memories is Crossways Camp. It was a great way to bond with my youth group and grow closer. Being confirmed means a lot to me. It means I have stated my beliefs in God and am ready to begin my new life with God. My name is Michelle Sternard and I am one of the confirmation mentors for the 8 th grade class. I have been married to Kevin for almost 21 years and we have two kids; Ashley, who is a senior and Hannah who is in the 8 th grade class. I enjoy reading and boating with my family. I feel very blessed to be part of the faith journey of these great kids. They have taught me to listen, to be patient and to laugh! It has been fulfilling to see them grow in their faith and I can t wait to see them in the future serving and being active in our church and community. My name is Sophia McAllister, I'm 14, and I'm in the 8th grade of T.J Walker Middle School. I like drawing cartoons, story writing and the ocean. I dislike spicy things and cold weather. I'm very spontaneous and silly. I to draw with colored pencils. I like gemstones, funs facts, and mythology. How my journey through faith has affected me, is that I found a small group of friends that I have grown a bond with. It has also taught me a lot more about how the world works, and how I fit into the grand scheme of things. And finally, my faith taught me how to be a good person to others. My name is Renee McAllister have lived in Sturgeon Bay for about 19 years. I grew up in Brussels on a farm with three sisters. When I married William McAllister in 1999 I changed from Catholic to Lutheran. During my teenage years the Catholic faith did not make sense to me. Why would the church not forgive my sins but still want me to attend mass and donate. Attending BayView Church I renewed my belief in the church. When my oldest daughter started Sunday School is when I started to participate in service learning. It felt good to share bible stories and how others believed in Gods word. Then when my oldest daughter started confirmation classes I became a mentor. This helped my faith even more by see how everyone struggles with their faith. BayView church ministries and community members have shaped me into a better Christian. 7