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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here.

Summer Office Hours: Mon-Thurs 8-3:30 | Fri 8-1 Rev. Kyle Carnes, Senior Minister | Rev. Lucas Williams, Associate Minister

The Interpreter Saint Stephens United Church of Christ

903 E 2nd St Merrill WI 54452

Office: 715-536-7322

Pastoral Care Needs:715.575.3191

for everyone you meet is going through something you know

nothing about.

Congratulations Graduates

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Gratitude Circle 2Meet Your

Church Council3

Card Writers 3

Concert Ensemble 4

Condolences 4

Scrip Really Works 4

Feed Your Spirit 5

Brewers Game! 5

Coffee Hour Sponsors 5Empty Bowls for

Food For Kids6

Open Sponsorships 6

Softball Update 7

Vacation Bible School 7Sundaes at

Sunday School8

Special Gifts 9

Green Team 9Celebrating our

New Organ10

Dinner @ Five 11

Weekly Calendar 12

THE HOPE TO WHICH WE HAVE BEEN CALLED

I have always embraced “call” language when it comes to God’s movement and relationship to us. I like it and find it useful in many ways. One of the reasons I like “call” language is because its foundational premise is that however or whomever

we understand God, God is active and engaged, and therefore, that means that at a fundamental level, we are not alone.

This is good news.

Until this past Sunday, I had thought about God’s call being about many things, but never thought about God calling us to a specific hope. Of course, God always called us to hope in general. We are told that hope is one of the three things that abide; faith, hope and love, and of course the greatest is love. I always assumed that, of course God called us to hope in general. But not some kind of hope that is particular.

Perhaps one of the reasons this idea caught me off guard is because most of us have been taught that hope is a lofty ideal; something that only some people achieve or receive.

But this is not hope. Hope is not lofty or some kind of ideal. Hope is gritty. Hope is essential. Hope is wholehearted. Hope is simultaneously vulnerable and courageous. Hope requires a keen look and appreciation of reality and the plight of our world, and then still says, yep, this too is not the end. Some of us have been taught that the darkest moments are the most hopeless moments. But this is not true. Hope rather is reborn of darkness, sadness, longing, broken-heartedness…the places where our culture around us says, “that’s hopeless” are actually the moments God calls out hope again.

“…with the eyes of your hearts enlightened you may know what is the hope to which God has called you” was what we read from Ephesians on Sunday. I wonder what kind of hope the eyes of your heart sees? I can tell you that it makes a difference in what you believe, how you live, how you speak, how you love.

I have always trusted that God’s call was to a particular place, people, position, or even an idea, but never to a specific hope. (The definite article “the” that precedes the word hope in the passage of scripture is what indicates that it is specific not general.) If there is a hope to which God has called us, then God’s call is not limited just to time and place, but a call to something deeper that extends across time and place; and therefore, hope is indeed required..

Being called to a hope means that we are being called into the future. Some people think that if we are hopeful then this excludes our sadness, our grief, even our anger. But hope always includes these things.

The hope to which God has called Saint Stephens…if I can be so bold to gesture at it, is the hope that says, we refuse to accept the status quo when it comes to what it means to be Christian. We might worship in a beautiful traditional sanctuary, an old brick building, sing some of the old-time classic hymns, and yet what we do and how we live moves towards something a little more radical--a little more like Jesus.

Some of you have told me that you feel more capable to live in more daring, inclusive, and radical ways of being Christian, because I’ve been here. I’m moved and grateful that that might be the case. But here’s what might be surprising. I too feel more capable, more courageous, and more willing to take risks for the sake of the gospel that is not satisfied

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Congratulations to all of our high school and college graduates! We wish you love and blessings on all of your future endeavors, whatever they may be. As you venture out beyond the boundaries of our small community, please know that you will always be a part of the Saint Stephens community. We hope you will continue or grow to be active in our church community now and in the future. This is your home, and you are the future of Saint Stephens. And what a bright future that will be with you as an integral part of it.

High School Graduates

Special Congratulations also goes out to all of the recipients of this year’s Staats Memorial Scholarships.

Staats Memorial Scholarship Recipients

Congratulations Graduates!

Brandon AmelseCaylie AmelseChase BonnellKaylee BoweSydney BrandenburgDavid DavisJeanne HanigRobert Hinner

Bailey IwenDominic LeistikowNicholas LuedtkeWesley McIntyreAndrew PodeweltzKylie ThompsonNora Trapp

High School GraduatesKaylee Bowe Robert Hinner Bailey Iwen Wesley McIntyre

College UndergraduatesWesley Boehm Zachary BoehmBailee GolischMadeline Rodemeier Matthew RugeAlisha ScantlinNicole Seidler

ALL are Invited to ... “A Gratitude Circle” An evening of Stories & Celebration with Rev. Kyle Carnes

Tuesday, June 18, at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary at Saint Stephens

We will be celebrating Rev. Kyle’s ministry, but also celebrating what we have all done together as Saint Stephens. Take time before you come, to reflect on what Rev. Kyle has meant to you, and to Saint Stephens. Perhaps you can bring an object that has meaning for you and sparks a story. This will be a time to share stories, memories, and special moments with Rev. Kyle and with one another. There will be laughter; there will be tears. There will be sadness. But there will also be great joy. And the Spirit will be with us in this place and at this time. Even if you don’t have a story to tell or a gift to bring, please come. P.S. Feel free to come barefoot!

with the ways that things are. By God’s grace, together, we have found ways to encourage and inspire each other to do church, to live faithfully, to preach the gospel in ways that catch other people’s attention, when we weren’t able or ready to, before we knew each other.

Thank you for the gift of this courage. I will not forget your kindness.

In anticipation of Pentecost blessings, Kyle



Kevin Golisch has been a life-long member of Saint Stephens United Church of Christ and is now serving the last year of his second term on Church Council, meaning 2019 will be his fourth year on Council. Kevin says he joined Council because he enjoys helping out and making a difference. “There are people that do, and

people that don’t,” he says. And, “If the people that do, don’t do it, it ain’t gonna get done!” That might be worth a little chuckle, but it’s also food for thought.

“Saint Stephens is all about making a difference,” Kevin explains. “Family and friends are a critical part of that dynamic ... that is Saint Stephens!!” And your current Council wants to talk with even more people who want to make a difference. They want you to get to know them and not to be nervous about approaching one of them (hence this new column!) and they’d love to talk with more members of the congregation. They’d like to know what’s on your mind, and they’d like to talk with more members who would like to be a part of Council. They are hoping that for 2020, we can have a real honest-to-goodness election with more people running for Council than open positions on Council, so your votes are truly meaningful.

“I am proud of what we have accomplished on Council,” Kevin says, “especially the numerous upgrades to Saint Stephens.”

Kevin works at Church Mutual Insurance Company as a Senior Underwriter, where he has been employed for 34 years. When he’s not working or at church, Kevin loves to spend time with his wife, Jodi, their children, and their grandchildren. They have two sons and one daughter: Luke, is married to Jess with two daughters, Nora and Isla; Ryan, is engaged to Kayla; and their daughter is Hope. He especially enjoys spending time outdoors, especially at Athletic Park and at their cabin. Kevin is an avid sports fan. “Go Bluejays! Go Brewers! Go Packers!” Kevin says. When asked what he hates, Kevin responds, “I hate any team that is playing against the Bluejays, Brewers, or Packers!!” LOL

What he loves is a longer list. “I love reading anything inspirational or motivational,” Kevin says. “I love going to the Lincoln County Fair.” And eating “anything spicy.”

His favorite movie is Field of Dreams, but he also enjoys comedies, westerns and action movies. His favorite season is fall, because it’s the “best time to be outdoors, spending time at the cabin.”

His biggest pet peeve: “People being late ... whether it is work, an appointment, etc. If you aren’t early , you are late!” Kevin says.

Now you know him a little better, so if you don’t already know Kevin, walk up and introduce yourself. Celebrate your common interests and make a new friend. Or share any church concerns you might have. Better yet, tell him you’re thinking of running for Church Council this fall.

Meet Kevin Golisch

CARD WRITERS NEEDEDDo you have a gift for comfort and compassion with your words? Finding the right words to cheer and encourage? Love writing and sending cards and doing anonymous things to make other people smile?

We’re looking for a few people with these gifts to join our card writing ministry. If you’re intrigued, call Tina in the office to learn more! 715.536.7322



PARKING ISSUESAre you able bodied and feeling fit? Feel free to park in the church parking lot and enjoy the short walk to church (hint hint) so the close and street parking can be utilized by those with difficulty walking. This is even more important with the road construction on Mill Street. Thanks!

Merrill Eagles Club Aerie and Auxiliary #584 Blood Drive

Second Annual Blood Drive Honoring the Life of Randal Bellin

1205 Lake Street, Merrill WI (Eagles Club)Saturday, June 15

9:30 AM - 1:00 PMCall Bryan at 715.218.0770 to reserve your life-saving

donation time. Refreshments will be provided.

We are forming an ensemble to sing for the Organ Dedication Concert on June 15 at 7:00 PM. We will sing “For the Beauty of the Earth” by John Rutter and be accompanied by Dan Miller, our world famous guest organist from California.

If you are interested in singing, copies of the music are available in the church office. We already held one rehearsal, and we will hold two more rehearsals: Wednesday, June 12, at 7:00 PM and Friday, June 14, at 7:00 PM (this last one will be our run-through with Dan Miller playing the organ), so if you want to sing at this exciting musical event at Saint Stephens, please pick up your music and be as prepared as possible for our rehearsals. Singers, we would love to have you join us! Call Jim Bjorklund at 715.539.3442 with any questions.

ORGAN DEDICATION CONCERT ENSEMBLE

SCRIP EARNS MONEY FOR SAINT STEPHENSA parishioner’s child was doing a flooring project at home that would result in a big purchase from Lowe’s, so she planned ahead and purchased $4,000 worth of Lowe’s Scrip. At the time of the special order, Lowe’s was giving us 6% profit ... so on that ONE big sale, the Scrip program (i.e., Saint Stephens!) profited $240!

Planning on doing some home improvements? Or making a large purchase? Plan ahead and special order Scrip cards to do it, and Saint Stephens can benefit in a potentially huge way ... with barely any effort on your part and no money out of YOUR pocket! Scrip is a win/win for everyone ... and especially Saint Stephens!

In May, the Scrip program had enough funds to transfer $2,000 over to the Saint Stephens General Fund. That’s awesome!

CONDOLENCESWe extend the condolences of the Christian faith to those who passed away during the month of May 2019:

Virginia Krause - May 24, 2019

THANK YOU!Thank you to Brian and Jennifer Oestreich for the donation of a baby swing for our nursery! We are sure the babies and our nursery staff will enjoy the addition!



FEED YOUR SPIRIT . . .New

Behold, I make all things new. - Revelation 21:5 (KJV)

Here we are, in the last book of the Bible; and in the next-to-last chapter of that final book. We might expect a summation, a conclusion, or even a sunset and a “The End.” Not happening.

The word of the Lord is: “Behold, I make all things new.”

God’s capacity to do this, when all our hope is gone and our own resources are spent, is the heart of the gospel. “Impossible” is where this God begins. We live under this promise.

That God can work a new thing doesn’t mean there aren’t endings. Relationships do end, as do careers and marriages.

The endings are real. And important. They bring us, often, to the end of our rope, that is to say, to the place where our own resources, strength or virtue aren’t any longer sufficient or effective.

How many times when struggling to prepare a sermon have I thrown up my figurative hands and said, “I have nothing to say!” Only then, it seems, does God speak, does a word from the Lord come to me. How many times has “hopeless” has been spoken over a situation, when God opened a way. How many lives have been consigned to an end labeled “addiction,” when God made a way out of no way.

Prayer

Holy One, “I dare not trust this earthy frame, but wholly lean on Jesus’ name. On Christ the solid rock I stand, all other ground is sinking sand.” (“My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less,” Edward Mote) Amen.

by Tony Robinson

Saint Stephens is going to Miller Park!

Friday, July 12, 2019 7:10 PM Game Start

San Francisco Giants vs. Milwaukee Brewers

Meet at Church @ 1:15 PM Depart for Miller Park @ 1:30 PM

Cost is $40 & gets you a ticket to the game and a seat on the bus. Hurry! There are only 40 tickets available.

(If cost is an issue, talk with Rev. Lucas.)Invite your friends to join us! We need to fill the bus, so buy tickets for your friends and family, and make it

a fun event for all! Payment needed by July 10.

Please Sign Up and Pay in the Office. There Will Be Time for Tailgating!

Please bring a dish to pass, your own protein of choice, and your own beverages for before

the game.We will also need grills (3 or 4) and someone willing to grill. Please let Rev. Lucas know if you have a grill

and/or are willing to grill.

SUMMER COFFEE HOUR SPONSORS NEEDEDCoffee hours will continue through the summer, so please consider if you and your family, or several families, could sponsor a coffee hour and sign up on the kiosk in the Kuck Lounge.

UNDER THE BRIDGEKeep Under the Bridge in mind when cleaning out closets and drawers! Donations of socks, tshirts, pants, sweatshirts, hats, and jackets (mostly for men) can be dropped off in the church office, and Dave Raddenbach will share them with the regional homeless community living under the bridge in the Wausau area on his weekly Wednesday visits.

Dave also makes and takes sandwiches and other non-perisable food items for his Wednesday afternoon visits, so if you can donate bread, cold cuts, or cheese for making sandwiches, or small cans of pop top spaghetti, ravioli, fruit, etc. for distribution, help and donations of these items are welcome. Have questions? Call Dave at 715.722.0700



OPEN SPONSORSHIP DATES

Flowers Sign up in Office

June 30 July 28

August 4, 11, 18, 25

Radio Ministry Call the Office

June 23, 30 July 7, 28

August 4, 11, 18, 25

Coffee Hour June 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28

Did you get a Flat Jesus in church on Sunday? If not, stop in the office and pick one up!Participate in our Flat Jesus summer activity along with the Sunday School kids! (See page 12)

Let’s keep Jesus close to us and have a fun summer with Jesus!



LITURGISTS (a/k/a READERS)Thank you to the members of the congregation who have volunteered as liturgists for our Sunday worship. Everyone is encouraged to participate! If you are concerned about

pronunciations or anything else having to do with the reading, you may contact either of the pastors, who would be happy to help. A sign up sheet is located on the kiosk in the Kuck Lounge. Jump right in and sign up for a date when you can read for a worship service!

NURSERY NEWSNursery care is available during our 9:00 AM worship service on Sundays. Feel free to bring your little ones ages 0 - 3 to the nursery where our adult volunteers will be happy to care for them during the service.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 8-12, 2019

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Open to Kids Going into K-6 in the Fall of 2019

Registration open now!

Mark your calendars so you can plan your family vacations around VBS so the kids can attend!

ROAR! Life is Wild * God is Good

VBS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for 7th & 8th graders, high school students, and adults to help with Vacation Bible School. If you can help, even just for part of a day, please sign up in the office. You can help with crafts, snacks, games, supervision ... lots of fun opportunities!

It’s the “Mane” Event!

FOOD FOR KIDSWant to make a donation to support the Food for Kids program Saint Stephens adopted? Make your check payable to: Food for Kids and drop it into the collection plate or drop it off or mail it to the church office.

SPECIAL MUSIC DATES - SUMMER 2019Singers are needed for the following dates this summer:

July 14, 28 August 11, 25 September 8

Please contact Jim Bjorklund if you are interested in sharing your talents with the congregation this summer.

Home phone: 715.539.3442 Email: [email protected]

Text: 715.921.6578

SAINT STEPHENS SOFTBALL UPDATELast Sunday, June 2, our Saint Stephens/St. Peter’s Schofield team played St. Paul’s Irma and, unfortunately, lost with a score of 16-1.

This Sunday, June 9, we will play Immanuel Lutheran at 2:00 PM at the softball field at Faith Lutheran Church.

Come out to cheer us on, support the concession stands, and have fun on a Sunday afternoon. Bring the family! All are welcome!

Food Pantry Donations totaled

245 pounds from our June 2

donations. Thank You!



YOUTH

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTHMark Your Calendars for these Upcoming Events

• June 9 - AmericInn in Merrill @ 12:30 PM Youth Gathering: Pool, Hot Tub, Pizza, Games! (8th Graders ... going into 9th Grade are welcome to come!)

• July 8-12 - Help out with Vacation Bible School If you are able, help out one, two, or all of the days! It’s FUN!

• July 16 - Noah’s Ark Trip to the Waterpark! Grades 6 through graduating Class of 2019 More details to come.

• August 2 @ 4:00 PM - Trampoline Park & Dinner (Church pays for the park/Bring money to pay for your dinner.)

• September 15 @ 10:00 AM - Bake Sale Fundraiser

• September 22 - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Welcome Back Celebration - Kicking off a new year of youth group with pizza, soda, and fun!

Invite your friends to attend any youth events! Just have their parents fill out a form. Signed and completed forms are REQUIRED. (Forms are on our website, too, in the Resources section. Just download the form, have your friend’s parent complete and sign it, and bring your friend and the completed form along.)

Calling all youth ...

We are going to Noah’s Ark again this year!!Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Youth Grades 6 – 12 (Class of 2019)Saint Stephens Youth = $15

Saint Stephens Adult Members = $20Adult Nonmembers & Friends of Youth = $25

Please Sign Up in the Office (& Grab a Permission Slip for you and your Friends)

CONFIRMATION CLASSConfirmation Class will meet next after worship on Wednesday, June 12, from 7:00 - 8:00 PM in the Third Floor Classroom/Youth Room. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend! There will be no Confirmation Class during July and August. Confirmation will resume again after our summer break on Wednesday, September 11, at 7:00 PM.

No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you’re welcome here.

The last day of Sunday School for the 2018-2019 Program Year will be Sunday, June 9.

Kids ... you know what that means ...ICE CREAM! ... we’re having Sundae School!

Please join us and celebrate the conclusion of another fun program year!



Special gifts in honor or in memory will be printed with the dollar figures shown unless otherwise specified.

Memorial Fund $20.00 in memory of Bernice Radke on her May 24 birthday from Linda Hass & Family $100.00 in memory of Lylas & Bernice Berndt from Daryl & Donna Berndt $25.00 in memory of Virginia Krause from Phil & Carol Krause $100.00 in memory of Bev King from Dave & Cindy Lambrecht $50.00 in memory of Bev King from Laurie K. Stirmel

NOW! $20.00 in memory of mother, Alice Krause, from Lois Wold $100.00 in memory of Phil Schaefer’s birthday from Jean Schaefer $25.00 in honor of the installation of Rev. Lucas Williams as the Associate Pastor of Saint Stephens UCC from Lois Latzig $100.00 in memory of husband and Dad, Bill Storm, for Father’s Day from Charmaine and Family

Electrical/Wiring Fund $50.00 in loving memory of my husband, Frank, for our May 18 wedding anniversary (62 years) from Shirley Ziemke

SPECIAL GIFTS

NEWS FROM THE GREEN TEAM ...Hello again from the Green Team. Since forming, over the course of the last four months, we have tried, mostly through The Interpreter, to share information about what the team is up to. As was stated in the recent update, we are basically trying to raise awareness and engage our church community in thoughtful and thought provoking discussions regarding the issue of climate change and sustainability. Before going further, we thought we should give you more information about what drives our team and our current plans.

The team is primarily concerned about the environment that future generations will inherit from us. We are concerned about our own children and grandchildren, but also

feel challenged by the gospel to care for all of our brothers and sisters. We see our work driven by three major forces. These are: 1) our National UCC church, 2) the scientific community, and 3) the Holy Spirit.

As you may have already seen in our notes, our UCC church’s environmental ministry focuses on climate change as one of its primary goals. You can find more information here: https://www.ucc.org/environmental-ministries

As far as the scientific community, we will rely on the consensus of the majority of scientists as we do our work. At this point, reports show that about 97% of the climate scientists agree that climate change is occurring and that human activities are the cause. Check out this site for more information: https://climate.nasa.gov/scientific-consensus/

Our team also believes that we have the capability of doing things to improve the climate change situation. A lot of good data about climate change can currently be found in the most recent Climate Assessment which was assembled by over 300 experts and reviewed by experts in 13 US government agencies: https://nca2018.globalchange.gov

In terms of following the Holy Spirit, it probably can’t be summed up better than in Kyle’s recent message to “Love First.”

At this point, 13 team members have signed on, and others continue to show interest. We welcome new members and hope we can interest younger voices. Again, our goal is to provide information and encourage thoughtful discussions between friends, family, and others about these issues. Please don’t forget we want your feedback, which you can provide by contacting anyone on the team, sending us a note using the communication tools in the Realm program, or via the St. Stephens Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ststephensunitedchurchofchrist/

We look forward to working with you and the UCC, both in Wisconsin and nationally, on these issues.



Organ Workshop You’re invited to attend an Organ Workshop along with area church organists. Workshop will include details about our organ & its features, and delightful conversation. More information to follow!

Saturday, June 159:00 AM - 11:00 AM

ARMED INTRUDER SEMINARChurch Mutual will sponsor an Armed Intruder Seminar at Saint Stephens for Church Staff and Leadership in September. If you are an Usher, a member of the Hospitality Corps, on the Church Council, a Sunday School Teacher, a Nursery volunteer, or a volunteer for Dinner @ Five, we want you to attend.

We hope that you will never need the knowledge you will glean from this seminar, but in this day and age, we

know that it is better to be knowledgeable than to think that bad things never happen to good people. Knowledge is power. Knowledge saves lives.

So ... if you are in one of the groups listed above, please mark your calendar and make this a high priority to attend.

Armed Intruder SeminarSaint Stephens UCC - in the Sanctuary

Monday, September 30 @ 6:00 PM

Saint Stephens United Church of Christ & CLASSIC CHURCH ORGANS

proudly present

The Organ Dedication Concert for the new

Rodgers Infinity 3-Manual Organ

Saturday, June 15 at 7 PM

Featuring Special Guest Artist: Dan Miller

World Renowned International Concert Organist and Rodgers Product Designer and Clinician

Saint Stephens United Church of Christ is located at 903 East 2nd Street, Merrill, WI 54452. For questions, please call:

715.536.7322

All are welcome to an ice cream social reception after the concert!

The concert & ice cream social are FREE!

Featuring the Saint Stephens United Church Of Christ Choir & Chime Choir!

Ice Cream Social following

Organ Dedication Concertin the Fellowship Hallat Saint Stephens UCC

Saturday, June 15

Please join us as we celebrate our new organ, summer, and friends!!



ELECTRONIC GIVING ... SUPER EASY!Set it & Forget it!

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Click on the Donate tab on the top righthand side (or the Give button near the very bottom)

Go to the Saint Stephens website: www.ststephensucc.org

Scroll down and click on the Set Up Electronic Giving button. Follow the prompts.

Set up regular intervals for scheduled giving. Set it and forget it! No more remembering envelopes on Sunday or dropping off envelopes at church. Support your church. Simplify your life. Note: The email you use to set it up must match the one in church records.

PLEASE LET US KNOW ...If the living status of your loved one changes (i.e., going to a nursing home, assisted living, rehab, etc.,) please let us know so we can continue to provide visits, support, and care. Or if you know of someone in the hospital. We want to be there for you.

- Mary Pat Campbell, Pastoral Associate

Dinner @ Five is a community meal open to all.Every Monday evening at 5:00 PM

at Saint Stephens United Church of Christ903 E. 2nd Street, Merrill

(Downstairs in the Fellowship Hall)Free will donations are accepted.

The menu for Monday, June 10, will be:

Sweet & Sour Chicken Hash Brown Potatoes

Hot Veggie, Fresh Salad Dessert & Beverages

2019 CHURCH COUNCIL MEMBERS/OFFICERS

President Kent ReinhardtVice President Cliff WilliamsTreasurer Marge JohnsonSecretary Beth Houle Kristine Bowe Kevin Golisch Kristy Neuman Kristine Smith Judy Heath Janet Schaefer Christopher Stamm Corey DornbrackYouth Rep Tanner DepiesClergy: Rev. Kyle Carnes Rev. Lucas Williams

THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 9 - 9:00 AM Worship - with Nursery (ages 0-3, in the third floor nursery); Last Day of Sunday School at 9:00 AM in classrooms; Coffee Hour immediately following worship

DINNER @ FIVE Every Monday at 5:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall WEDNESDAY EVENINGS: Worship at 6:00 PM with Communion

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: July 8-12 NOAH’S ARK TRIP: For Youth Grade 6 to Graduating Class of 2019 - July 16BREWER GAME! SAINT STEPHENS GOES TO MILLER PARK: Friday, July 12

FALL KICKOFF SUNDAY: September 15OKTOBERFEST: September 28

ANNUAL MEETING: October 13

UPCOMING EVENTS

COMMUNION NOTENote that there was an error on the June calendar in last week’s Interpreter. There will NOT be communion on Sunday, June 30. However, we WILL have communion on two Sundays during June: Sunday, June 2, and Sunday, June 23.

Remember ...SCRIP costs you NOTHING

to use in place of cash!

SUNDAY, JUNE 9 - Pentecost Sunday- Rev. Kyle Carnes

Worship at 9:00 AM with Sunday School (Last Day!) in Classrooms; Nursery (3rd floor, ages 0-3) Available.

Musicians are Ann Applegate and Terry Krueger. Liturgist is Ian Schuetze.

Flowers on the altar are in memory of Vernon & Audrey Heuser for their 68th wedding anniversary from their family.

Radio Ministry is in memory of Roger Nelson on our anniversary from Mari Nelson.

Coffee Hour is unsponsored at the time of printing. Nursery will be staffed by Jodi Golisch, Melanie Golisch, and Families.

Ushers scheduled will be Lloyd Buck, David Buck, Matt Buck, Kelly & Phil Natzke, Pam & Jeff Hetfeld, Kristine Smith, and Tim Seidler.

Hospitality Corps Greeters will be Randy Perry, Mary Maluegge, Marge Johnson, Bonnie Koelsch, Lottie Ziemke, Jerry & Shelly Burnett, Corey Dornbrack, Carl

Dornbrack, and George Dintelman.

For subscriptions, removals or changes of address: 715-536-7322 or [email protected] PROVIDES THE BEST SERVICE.

WEEKLY CALENDARMONDAY, JUNE 10 5:00 Dinner @ Five 5:00 Aerobics 5:15 Executive Committee 6:00 Church Council 7:00 Dartball

TUESDAY, JUNE 11 12:00 Staff Lunch 6:30 Boy Scout Troop 513

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 9:30 Senior Exercise (3rd Floor) 6:00 Worship with Communion 7:00 Confirmation

THURSDAY, JUNE 13 9:30 Senior Exercise (3rd Floor) 5:00 Aerobics 6:00 Chimes

FRIDAY, JUNE 14 12:00 Alcholics Anonymous 1:45 Bell Tower

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Please add this number to the contacts in your cell phone or keep with your other important or emergency telephone numbers.

WEEKEND ADVENTURES? FAMILY VACATIONS? DON’T FORGET FLAT JESUS!

Take Jesus with you wherever you go! Flat Jesus fits neatly into your back pocket and makes a great companion and co-star for photo opps, selfies, and the like. Wherever you go, snap a photo of him, and then email it to [email protected] with a note about where you and Flat Jesus were. Your photo may get published!

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