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Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:30 Sunday School 9:15

Fellowship & Coffee in between services

MISSION STATEMENT

West Immanuel Lutheran Church is a community of

believers who are seeking to share their faith through teaching God’s Word, Witnessing and

Serving God’s people.

Pastor – Rexford D. Brandt Church President – Evarist Schneider Director of Ministries – Stephanie Lechman Secretary – Joanne Weidemann Youth Advisors – Jay Thompson, Tracy Rutledge, Michael Doll, Karen Fossum, Roger and Shelley Lehman, Tanya Reigel, Judy Weiss Sunday School Superintendent – Trish Carlson Organist – Dana Hansen Church Phone/Fax – 294-2936 Pastor’s Office – 294-4047 Church Address – 447 180th St. Osceola, WI 54020 Website – www.westimmanuel.org

Webmaster – Kristen Clemmens

http://www.westimmanuel.org/

JANUARY 2016 ALTAR GUILD - 8:00 a.m. Nancy Swenson 10:30 a.m Hannah Fansler

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

New Year’s

Day

2

3

8:00 a.m. Worship with

Communion

9:00 a.m. Coffee Fellowship

NO Sunday School


Communion

4

6

6

9:00 a.m. Men’s Group

5:45 p.m. Confirm. Meal

6:00 p.m. Confirmation

Classes (off-site)

6:00 p.m. Youth Group

(off-site)

7 ALL Annual

Committee and Organization Reports must be turned into the office.by January 8th.

8

Life Line here

at Servant Hall.

9

11;00 a.m.

Memorial

Service for

Richard

Handrahan

10

8:00 a.m. Worship


9:15 a.m. Sunday School

9:15 a.m. Ladies Meet at Servant Hall

10:30 am Worship

11

12

7:00 p.m. Ruth Circle

at Servant Hall

13



6:30 p.m. Education

Committee

6:45 p.m. Opening Worship


14

6:30 p.m. Cub Scout Den

15 16 Servant Hall Rented all day

17 CAMP SUNDAY


Communion

9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Breakfast



Communion

11:30 a.m. CPR Course

18

Martin Luther

King, Jr.’s

Birthday

(observed)

19

6:00 p.m.

Stewardship &

Evangelism

Committees

7:00 pm- Council

20

9:00 a.m. W/ELCA Quilters




Classes


21 6:30 p.m. Cub Scout Den

22 9:00 a.m. Deadline for the February Voice

23

24 DRIVER’S MILESTONE Noisy Offering for ELCA Walk 4 Water Campaign

8 :00 a.m. Worship



10:30 a.m. Worship

25

26 27

9:00 a.m. Quilters




Classes


28 29 30

31

8:00 a.m. Worship



915 a.m. Kids & Money Faith Milestone for 4th Grade Students and Parents

10:30 a.m. Worship

Don’t forget that on Sunday, February 7, 2016, we will be having only ONE Worship Service at 9:00 a.m.

There will be NO Sunday School.

The Annual Meeting will follow the worship service and a potluck will take place after the Annual Meeting.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JANUARY

January 1 Jeremy Dye Ally Jean Mahler Emma Genevieve Mahler Abby Ruth Johnson Matthew Bailey Hansen January 2 Chad Olson Alix Johnson William Vierkandt

January 3 Lori Egge Clarice Johnson

January 5 Chloe Rose Hermanson

January 6 Nathan Kammerud Deloy Larson Spencer Feldt Colin Marincel

January 8 A.J. Stephens Tyler Dye

January 10 Pam Quist Shelley Lehman Warren William Larson

January 11 Dan Ahlness Nate Ahlness Amber Wettig

January 12 Kim Rossing Rachel Nelson

January 13 Benjamin Kammerud Peter Carlson

January 14 Jennifer Larson Scott Schell Kathleen Mork

January 15 Kristin Thompson

January 16 Don Christopherson

January 17 Karen Olson Rebekah Knutson

January 18 Floyd Everson

January 19 Holden Hout Alyssa Johnson

January 20 Kim Alan Rud In Memoriam Barry Johnson January 23 Adam Reigel Robert Manahan Leonard Borgen

January 24 Tracy Rutledge Kristine Greene

January 25 Lisa Whitehead Abbie Hanson

January 26 Mabel Graese Tony Amirante ImoJean Ovick Mercedes Karis

January 28 Nate Hildebrand Amber Schjenken John Renninger

January 29 Josie Ella Dye Eleanor Johnson Judy Weiss Colleen Lindell Skylar Johnson January 30 Nicki Anderson

Byron Peterson

January 31 Gordon Nelson Brett O’Connell

West Immanuel Lutheran Church Council Meeting December 15, 2015. Council Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Evarist Schneider.

Council Members present*

Evarist Schneider* Heidi Hazzard Sylvia Hofland* Judy Weiss *

Dan Ahlness Todd Nelson* Tom Leiskau* Pete Kammerud

Wanda Heffron* Michael Doll* Erik Sagness* Renee Fehlen*

Gretchen Johnson* Jeanne Madsen* Stephanie Lechman* Judy Demulling*

Pastor Rex*

Opening Devotions were given by Tom Leiskau. Next month: Todd Nelson

Michael Doll made a motion to approve the agenda. Seconded by Erik Sagness. Motion approved.

Visitors: Betsy Byker talked about Long Range Planning committee Secretary’s Report: Motion by Renee Fehlen to approve the November 2015 minutes. Seconded by Wanda

Weffron. Motion passed. Treasurer’s Report: The Treasurer’s Report was presented for November. A motion to approve the November Treasurer’s Report was made by Erik Sagness. Seconded bySylvia

Hofland. Motion approved.

12/1/2015 Beginning Balance 10102.33

November receipts 17483.49

Transfer from Building Fund 2983.00

Lutefisk Dinner receipts 19846.25

November disbursements (24928.37)

12/31/2015 Ending Balance 25486.70

Summary

Polk County Fair profits 7374.03

Lutefisk dinner profits to date 13408.45

General Fund Balance 4704.22 Ending Balance 25486.70

Announcements: Coffee hour will be taken over by Sylvia Hofland and Gretchen Johnson.

Pastor’s Report:

1. We had our last Bible Study on Revelation today. It was a very good study. Thank you to all who

attended.

2. I have a funeral tomorrow for Judy Johnson at 1pm. Visitation is one hour before.

3. Richard Handrahan passed away on Sunday. His Memorial Service is planned for January 9, 2016, at

11:00am. Visitation will be an hour before.

4. Christmas Eve Candlelight Services will be at 4:00pm and 11:00pm.

5. I will be offering a new-member class in January. I have two couples for sure, and will check on an-other couple.

6. Looking ahead, I am interested in going to Luther Seminary for Mid-Winter Convocation the first

week of February.

7. I have been busy making my Christmas Private Communion calls.

Director of Ministries Report

Director of Ministries Report

December 2015

CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILY MINISTRY

Ministry with our little ones…

We held a Birthday Party for Jesus last Sunday (December 13th) and enjoyed celebrating with 11 of the young-

est members of West Immanuel and their parents. It was a wonderful morning celebrating Jesus’ birthday. I

will look into the possibility of hosting another event or two throughout the year for children in this age group

and their parents.

Middle School Ministry & Confirmation

Confirmation students enjoyed a fellowship night on December 2nd and decorated the church Christmas trees.

We will cover the story of Jesus’ birth this week at class. We will break from class on December 23rd and 30th.

We’ll resume our regular schedule on January 6th.

• Looking Ahead into 2016: Christ Jam (A synod-sponsored event) for students in grades 5-8 will be held

February 26th-27th.

High School Youth

• Thank you to Hope Swanson, Erik Sagness, Reed Johnson, and Hans & Catherine Johnson for making

youth group possible on Wednesday nights!

• High School Youth will also break on December 23rd and 30th.

• Luther Point will be hosting a Jr/Sr High Weekend at camp in early 2016. If dates work for us we’ll

start promoting the weekend as soon as dates have been set and materials are available.

• We’ll host a 30-Hour Famine again this year for students in grades 7-12. The date is yet to be released.

Coming soon!

• Mission Trip Plans: We currently have 18 students registered with 3 adult leaders. Planning and fund-

raising are underway! The Schwan’s Cares Campaign started on November 18th – The Mission Team will re-

ceive 20% on all orders! We receive 40% on e-gift card orders. Please help support the youth who will be par-

ticipating on the 2016 Mission Trip to Kansas City, KS! (Trip dates are: July 9th – 16th, 2016). We will begin

Team Meetings in January.

WORSHIP MINISTRY

• Youth in grades 5-8 led worship on Sunday, November 29th (the first Sunday of Advent). They did a

great job!

• The Service of Remembrance and Hope will be held on Sunday, December 20th at 4pm. A light meal

will follow the service.

• Thank you to Megan & Tanya Reigel (Cindy Nelson Accompanist) for providing special music last

Sunday.

• We have special music lined up for Christmas Eve worship services.

• We are looking into doing an Easter Play/Program this year. We haven’t finalized plans, but we’re

looking into holding it during Holy Week sometime (not on Easter Sunday). There has been expressed interest

from children in participating!

CONTINUING EDUCATION

• I will be attending the ReCharge Conference on Saturday, January 9th in Eden Prairie. I’ve extended an

invitation to those on the Youth Ministry Team as well. It’s an event featuring worships related to Youth Min-

istry. Some workshop titles include: Bullying – let’s stop it now, Discovering the Missing Link to Our Disci-

pleship Strategy, Prayer Lab, Stages of Faith Development, How to Effectively Minister to Middle School Par-

ents, Making Disciples in the World of Sports, Essential Leadership…and many more.

YOUTH MINISTRY FINANCIAL REVIEW

.Checking Account Balance: $2,646.59

Credits: $1,297.11

Debits: $1,508.09

Savings Account Balance: $1,920.53

Credits: $193.19

Debits: $0.00

As of 11/30/2015

In Christ,

Stephanie Lechman

Committee Reports:

Education: Working on the Christmas program. About 70 students in Sunday School. Just ordered the Spring

class materials for the cost of $450. Going forth we may charge $35 per student to help cover the cost of mate-

rials. Talked about having a Pajama Day and Teacher Appreciation Sunday. May have an Easter Play this year. Evangelism: Is working on the membership list. They are about 1/3 of the way done. Finance: Did not meet. Property: Working on lights above the altar. Will be installing two new furnaces in the basement.

Stewardship: Noisy offering is this Sunday will go toward the ELCA Good Gift program. Worship: Did not meet. Personnel: Did not meet. Old Business:

A. Stain Glass project will be done Spring of 2016. B. Plans for the bathroom in the Altar Guild room were discussed. C. Still working on Wheels & Wings parking gift. D. CRP class January 17, 2016.

New Business:

A. Lutefisk dinner profits recommendations 50% of the profits for outreach. Recommendation

are Interfaith Caregivers, Northwoods Homeless Shelter, Salvation Army, 3 local food

shelves, Luther World Relief, Lutheran Social Services.

B. Renee Fehlen made a motion to approve the 2016 Housing Allowance of $7800.00.

Seconded by Todd Nelson. Motion passed.

C. Gretchen Johnson made a motion to approve the 2016 spending guidelines. Seconded by

Michael Doll. Motion passed.

D. Nominating Committee is working on filling the ballot.

E. Telephone services for the Church and parsonage will be staying the same but with

approximately a $75.00 savings.

F. Wanda brought up the idea of having a garage sale as a future fundraiser.

Motion to adjourn was made by Erik Sagness. Seconded by Michael Doll.

Motion approved. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 pm

Next Council Meeting is January 19, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.

Gretchen Johnson, Recording Secretary

WEST IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE

CY 2016-2017 The Church council will conduct their business meetings at 7 PM on the

following dates:

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

MARCH 15, 2016

APRIL 19, 2016

MAY 17, 2016

JUNE 21, 2016

JULY 19, 2016

AUGUST 16, 2016

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

OCTOBER 18, 2016

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

DECEMBER 20, 2016

JANUARY 17, 2017

All meetings will be held at Servant Hall.

If you are unable to attend, please inform Pastor Rex or Evarist.

“Thank you” for your service and attendance at our monthly meetings.

ANNUAL MEETING: FEBRUARY 5, 2017

We sorrow with the family of Judy Johnson who passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2015. Her funeral service was held on Wednesday, December 16, 2016. Our prayers are with the family of Richard Handrahan who passed away on December 13, 2015. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at West Immanuel. Rich’s family will greet visitors at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the service.

We grieve with the family of Arlene Johnson who passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2015. Her funeral service was held on Tuesday December 22, 2015 at 11:00 a.m.

We sorrow with the family of Richard Carlson who passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2015. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 28, 2015 at West Immanuel.

May God give comfort to their families and all who mourn

I want to thank all for prayers, cards and calls during my surgery and

recovery.

Special thanks to Pastor Rex, the Sunday School Children and the Women

of the ELCA.

Art Holle

Thanks to all who donated to the mitten tree this year.

All total we collected: 125 mittens/gloves, 99 hats/headbands, 31 scarves, and 10 slippers/socks.

Items were delivered to Toys for Tots located near Balsam Lake for distribution.

For anyone planning to help next year, the volunteer there said they especially need gloves, mittens, and scarves. She said they've had lots of hats donated, and probably will have some left over for next year.

A CPR class will be offered on Sunday, January 17, 2016 ,after the second worship service.

Cost is $5 to cover the cost of the certificates.

Pat Morris will be the instructor and she will be donating her time.

. Registration is not necessary- just show up.

We are looking for volunteers to attend the 2016 Synod Assembly .

2 individuals or a couple.

Please contact Pastor Rex for more information if you are interested

Christian Women’s Connection invites Women to “Yes, You Can!!!! Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, January 18th at the Alliance Church of the Valley 1259 State Rd 38 in St. Croix Falls WI $10 inclusive Jan Eskstrom, Caterer Speaker and Music: Jean Peterson “The Power of one” Special Feature: Robin Herr, Dietitian from SCRMC – “Let’s Read Food Labels” Bring Canned Goods for our Local Food Shelves Reservations and cancellations necessary by the Tuesday before the Luncheon. Please contact Betty at 651-592-7416 or Mary at 715-554-2330.

Options for Women Tri-County Please join us for Walk for Life in Osceola on Sunday, January 24, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. starting at St. Joseph Church in Osceola.

Join us for a walk of support through town. We will return to the church for homemade chili and (hot dogs for the kids) refreshments, fellowship and social time and games for the kids. Dress for the

outdoors. For more information call 715-755-2229

or email [email protected] or find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/optionsforwomentricounty.

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Greetings from Luther Point January 2016

Things are off to a wonderful beginning in the New Year at Luther Point. We hope that you had a

great Christmas and are off to a fulfilling start to 2016!

Summer Camp Registration is Underway

Even though the snow is falling, we are already thinking about the summer camping season here at

Luther Point. Registration for summer 2016 opens at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 5. You can

find a current list of dates for each different camp on the lutherpoint.org home page. Our first week

of camp begins on June 12! Please contact our office at 715-689-2347 if you have questions regard-

ing registration.

It Pays to Plan Ahead When Thinking About Summer Camp

Anyone who registers for camp before April 1 will automatically receive a $15 Early Bird discount

that will be applied to your registration fee. This can also be combined with either the $20 Invite A

Friend discount if you bring someone who has never been to camp before OR the $20 Sibling dis-

count.

Come Stay With Us and Enjoy Our Beautiful Setting on Big Wood Lake

If you’re needing a place to get away and recharge after the busy holiday season, we still have some

of our warm family cabins available. Luther Point is a wonderful place of serenity where you can

come and reconnect with family and friends while recharging your faith in God’s beautiful creation.

We also have space in our lodge and Retreat Center for events such as Board and Council retreats or

youth retreats. Contact Amy at 715-689-2347 ext. 102 or [email protected] for more infor-

mation.

Mark Your Calendars and Sign Up for Weekend Retreats When Registration Opens

We will hosting our Elementary (grades 3-6) and Junior High (grades 7-9) weekend youth retreats

on April 1-2. This is an opportunity to experience a weekend of camp during the spring. We will

have summer staff members to lead activities including songs, games, and Bible studies. Additional

information can be found on our website.

Grace and Peace, Rev. Mark T. Peters, Executive Director

Do you have a new mailing address?

Please fill out the form below and return to the church secretary so your

information can be updated.

NAME:______________________________________________________

NEW ADDRESS:______________________________________________ (NUMBER) (STREET) (APT.#)

______________________________________________ (CITY) (STATE) (ZIP CODE)

NEW PHONE NUMBER: ___________________________ NEW EMAIL ADDRESS____________________________ Date Effective: _______________________________

Please either drop this form off at the church office or mail it to the church as soon as possible. We don’t want to lose touch with you.

West Immanuel Lutheran Church

447 180th St. Osceola, WI 54020

WEST IMMANUAL LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA

447-180TH

STREET

OSCEOLA, WI 54020

Tel/Fax 715.294.2936

Pastors Office 715.294.4047

Dear Friends,

We are pleased to provide our Church and Servant Hall for your up-coming special event.

West Immanuel has instituted the following Member user fees:

SERVANT HALL

Damage Deposit - $100.00

(Refundable if no damage occurs)

Rental fee $100.00

Janitorial Fee $ 75.00

Food Manager (Optional) $ 25.00

CHURCH

Damage Deposit $100.00


Rental fee $ 0.00


These fees are to be paid 30 days before event occurs.

Please inform us of your plans (such as catering, food preparation with-in the facility, pot luck,

use of plates, etc.) in writing. If you are catering, you must provide a copy of your current

catering or complex food license. If you would like to prepare your meal at Servant Hall and do

not have a current catering or complex food license, we will provide you with a licensed food

manager for an additional fee.

Please be advised that the maximum occupancy for Servant Hall is 160.

There is NO smoking in either facility.

There are NO alcoholic beverages allowed on the premises.

Classrooms, offices, and library are not included in rental fees.

Updated June 2015

WEST IMMANUAL LUTHERAN CHURCH ELCA

447-180TH

STREET

OSCEOLA, WI 54020

Tel/Fax 715.294.2936

Pastors Office 715.294.4047

Dear Friends,

We are pleased to provide our Church and Servant Hall for your up-coming special event.

West Immanuel has instituted the following Non-Member user fees:

SERVANT HALL

Damage Deposit - $200.00


Rental fee $250.00


Food Manager (Optional) $ 25.00 per hour

CHURCH

Damage Deposit $200.00


Rental fee $100.00


These fees are to be paid 30 days before event occurs.

Please inform us of your plans (such as catering, food preparation with-in the facility, pot luck,

use of plates, etc.) in writing. If you are catering, you must provide a copy of your current

catering or complex food license. If you would like to prepare your meal at Servant Hall and do

not have a current catering or complex food license, we will provide you with a licensed food

manager for an additional fee.

Please be advised that the maximum occupancy for Servant Hall is 160.

There is NO smoking in either facility.

There are NO alcoholic beverages allowed on the premises.

Classrooms, offices, and library are not included in rental fees.

Updated June 2015

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