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THE IMMANUEL INFORMER
Immanuel Lutheran Church
604 Lafayette Avenue
Story City, Iowa 50248
515.733.4972
E-mail address - [email protected]
Website - www.immanuelstorycity.org
Ministers - All Members
Senior Pastor - Stephen Anenson
Associate Pastor - Kurt Jensen
Office Secretary - Sheila Schaefer
Custodian - Shelly Nibe
Missionaries:
Tim & Paula Tjernagel, Spain
Pastor Randy Hansen, ISU
Gene & Ginger McClugage, Family Life
Kevin & Susana B, India
Doug & Amy Nunziato, Spain
Pastor Andy & Monica Coyle, Ukraine
Regular Office Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:30 A.M. - 12 noon, 1 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Friday 8:30 A.M. - 12 noon
Sunday Morning Schedule
9:00 A.M. Coffee Fellowship (Narthex)
9:30 A.M. Worship Service
10:30 A.M. Coffee Fellowship (Social Hall)
June 2013
MISSION STATEMENT Building Strong Relationships in Christ,
And Making Him Known to All.
“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine
and puts them into practice is like a wise man who
built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the
streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that
house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation
on the rock.” (Mt. 7:24-25)
If you live in Iowa you would try not to buy a house in
a flood plain. You would also put a sump pump in
your basement. We do the best we can to avoid having
water in our basements. That has been a difficult job
these last days as the rain has continued to fall and has
saturated the ground.
How do we prepare for the storms of life that often
come unexpectedly? We make sure that our
foundation and purpose for life is built solidly on the
promises of God that we find in the scriptures. If we
trust God to meet our needs, He promises to give us
peace and stability in the midst of the winds that blow
through our lives. I trust that your faith will be built
upon the solid rock of ages, our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Ask him to strengthen your faith today.
This summer why not make an effort to be in church
each week. There are some very special worship times
planned that, we pray, will enhance your relationship
with Christ and give you power to face the
uncertainties of life. Pastor Anenson
Celebrating our 115th Anniversary in 2013
Pastoral Acts
Funerals
Louise Tungesvick - May 10
Beverly Hansen - May 18
Michael Baker (non-member) - May 22
Baptisms
Haidyn Clare Oberender, daughter of
Tyler & Halli Oberender - May 19
Nathan Perez Frette, son of Ryan &
Noemi Frette - May 26
Please remember these families
in your prayers.
Financial Report - April
Fund Beginning
Balance Receipts Expenditures
Ending
Balance
Current & Mission Fund 40,393.72 24,831.89 31,778.50 33,447.11
Improvement Fund (includes
money for electrical upgrade) 17,626.36 6,395.00 10,440.00 13,581.36
Missionary Support Fund -453.16 1,005.00 1,691.67 -1,139.83
Memorial Fund 12,080.44 104.95 5,109.56 7,075.83
Ministry Fund 3,280.44 196.00 144.74 3,331.70
June Ministry Volunteers
Ushers:
Gary & Sue Trampel, Jason
Thompson, Chris McIlrath, Steve &
Miriam Skartvedt
Greeters:
June 2 Lois Stevenson, Marge
Michaelson
June 9 John & Patty
Rathmacher
June 16 Mike & Sue Valen
June 23 Roger & Lois Oakland
June 30 Willard & Janet Oppedal
Readers:
June 2 Judy McIlrath
June 9 Iva Gejdosova
June 16 Sue Trampel
June 23 Roger Oakland
June 30 Deb Lage
Women’s Bible Study for Summer
This summer the pastors will lead a
three part Bible Study for the women of
our church. The June study will be
Tuesday, June 18 at 2 P.M. in the Social
Hall. Everyone is welcome. Bring your Bible!
Special Congregational Meeting
A Special Congregational Meeting will be held
Sunday, June 2, following the 9:30 A.M. worship
service to vote on the recommendation of the
church council to restore to the Immanuel Staff a
full time person for the position of Youth and
Education Ministry Coordinator. (Each member
household should have received a letter concerning
this meeting and the details of this position. Let the
church office know if you did not get one. All
confirmed members are encouraged to attend this
meeting.)
115th Anniversary Directory Our new pictorial directory has arrived! All those who
had their picture in the directory will get a free copy. Other
members are welcome to purchase a directory for $5. The
directory may be picked up following worship or by stopping
at the church office during office hours.
Note: One of our member families has given $1,000 as seed
money for the salary of this new staff position to show how
important they believe this ministry is to our congregation.
Update on Electrical Upgrade
Our electrical service has been transferred to our
new system. All that is left to do is install the new
fixtures for the lights above the altar and the lights
shining on the stained glass window. About $15,000 is
still needed to completely pay for this upgrade. Thanks
to all of you who have contributed to the electrical
upgrade fund.
Open House Bridal Shower
An open house shower is planned
for Natalie Miller, bride-to-be of Tyler
Whipple, on Sunday, June 2 at 2 P.M.
in the Immanuel Lutheran Church
social hall. Please consider this your
invitation to celebrate. Those attending are asked to
bring or wear something from their wedding.
Seasoned Souls
Steve and Miriam Skartvedt will be hosting our
next Seasoned Souls gathering on Saturday, June 29 at
5:30 P.M. Their address is 1039 8th Street in Story
City. (They live right across the street from the North
Park.) Meat, table service and drink will be provided.
If your last name begins with letters A-L, please bring
a salad to share. If your last name begins with letters
M-Z, please bring a dessert. A sign-up sheet will be
posted closer to the date. Any questions, please contact
Corine Nordeen at 733.4089 or Jaynee Christian at
733.2710. All Seasoned Souls are welcome!
We want to thank all those who have served as volunteers in any
way during this past school year. We are thankful for those who
worked with our youth—as teachers of Sunday School, Trinity, or
Confirmation classes or as helpers with any of our youth groups, or
youth choirs.
Thank you also to those who have served as ushers, greeters,
readers, and nursery attendants this past year.
We appreciate all those who have helped in the church office to
put together bulletins, newsletters, and other special mailings.
A special thanks to all choir members and to those who provide special music for our worship services,
those who prepare communion, those who help with small work projects around the church, such as repairs,
planting and maintaining flower and bushes, those who work in the church library, those who put up
banners and change paraments, and those who are always so willing to serve or prepare food for funerals,
coffee fellowship, or for other gatherings.
Thank you to those who serve in leadership, such as church council members, church boards and
committee members, the Women’s Ministry Group, Stephen Ministers, quilters and all those others who
volunteer in other ways.
We are glad you are using your God-given talents in wonderful ways.
A Summer Tour Through Galatians Paul began his letter by saying, “you foolish
Galatians.” Why is Paul so upset? It seems his
Christian friends in Galatia were listening to the
wrong voices and the core message of the Gospel
was being compromised.
Are Paul’s concerns still relevant in our culture
today? What are the core beliefs he calls us to hold
on to?
The pastors will explore this letter in a new
sermon series in the coming weeks. The schedule
is below. It may be helpful to read each chapter
during the week before it is dealt with in the
sermon. You won’t want to miss any of these
messages.
June 2 – Chapter 1
June 9 – Chapter 2
June 16 – Chapter 3
June 23 – Chapter 4
June 30 – Chapter 5
July 7 – Chapter 6
Other special services this summer include:
June 16 - Day Camp kids and Riverside Staff
share songs
July 14 - Our 115th Anniversary Celebration
July 28 - Tim & Paula Tjernagel, our
missionaries in Spain, will be with us
August 18 - The “Pride of Iowa” Barbershop
Chorus will present, “A Sermon in
Song.”
Riverside Bible Camp
Every youth from Immanuel who attends a week
of summer Bible Camp receives a $100 scholarship
from the congregation. Any youth attending Alpha
Camp receives a $50 scholarship.
Gifts can be given throughout the year to our
Camp Scholarship Fund. Please make the check out
to Immanuel, but mark it for the fund. A week of
camp now costs about $400.
Please be in prayer for all the campers, counselors,
and other full-time staff that will be at Riverside
Bible Camp this summer. Many campers are already
signed up from Immanuel! Please pray that all the
staff and campers will experience the presence and
power of our Lord Jesus Christ!
Note: Anyone wanting to attend camp, but in need
of further financial help in order to attend, should let
either of the pastors know. We want to give everyone
an opportunity to go to camp!
Upcoming Activities at Riverside Bible Camp -
Check the bulletin board or check out the Riverside
website (www.Riverside LBC.org) for more
information on the following:
Family Camp July 2-5
Public Mime Showings July 4, July 26
Riverside 5K Walk/Run August 3
Quilt Auction August 3
Riverside Fall Golf Classic August 23
Women’s Retreat September 21-22
Thank you
Thank you to John Johnson for scraping and
painting the railings on either side of the steps
going up to the wood doors of the sanctuary.
Thanks also to Treanna Richie for filling our
planters on the south side of the church with
beautiful plants and flowers. Special thanks to
Edgar Christian and the other members who
have trimmed our bushes and put mulch around
them.
Holy Communion
There will be a short service of Holy
Communion following the worship service on
Sunday, June 16. We realize that some of our
members are gone for communion on the first
Sunday of the month. Come, even if you simply
would like to participate in the sacrament again
this month.
Baptism Preparation Class
If you are planning to request a baptism at
Immanuel in the months ahead, there will be a
baptism preparation meeting for parents
Tuesday, June 4 at 7 P.M. Please contact the
church office if you plan to attend.
Prayer Time begins on June 9
“Ask and it will be given to you, seek and you
will find, knock and the door will be opened to
you.” Luke 11:9 To add to our prayer ministry
at Immanuel, the deacons have called for a time
of prayer to be held from 9-9:15 A.M. in the
chapel each Sunday beginning June 9. This will
be an informal time of prayer for the worship
service and for other needs and concerns you
bring to the group. The pastors will lead.
Everyone is welcome.
Family Potluck BBQ at the Jensens! Join us at 324 Elm on Saturday, June 15th,
starting at 4:00 p.m. We'll enjoy lawn games,
good food and great conversation. Bring your
own lawn chair, beverages and a dish to pass.
We'll grill hot dogs around 5:00. Call or email
the church office to let us know how many to
plan for. Come for a great time hanging out
together! Rain location: Immanuel Social Hall.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Emily Jacobson, who graduated
from Princeton Theological Seminary on May 18 and
Jonathan Anenson, who graduated from Bethel
Seminary in St. Paul on June 1. He is serving at Hope
- Des Moines, a satellite church of Lutheran Church of
Hope in West Des Moines. Congratulations also to
Andy Hermanson, son of Al & Karen Hermanson who
also graduated from Bethel Seminary on June 1. He
has been called to be on the pastoral staff at Lutheran
Church of Hope as well.
Special Offering for Lutheran Disaster Assistance
On Sunday, May 26, we took a special offering for
the victims of the Oklahoma tornado. If you would
like to donate, please write a check to Immanuel and
put “Lutheran Disaster Assistance” on the memo line.
"There are many little ways to enlarge your
child's world. Love of books is the best of
all." ~ Jacqueline Kennedy
The summer months are upon us. The children
are home from school and the days are a little
more relaxed and unscheduled. This is a good
time to stop by the Church Library, with your
children, and find a good book to read aloud
together or to have them read to you to keep up
the skills they learned at school.
Find a book of children’s activities in the
649.1 section, and have some fun together. Find
a DVD to watch with your children for a Mom
(Dad) & Me time or a Family Movie Night Event.
ON THE CHILDREN'S BOOK SHELVES
Wait Until Then by Randy Alcorn – A picture
book about Heaven. It’s a heartwarming story
that indirectly answers childlike questions about
heaven in story form.
Ronnie Wilson’s Gift by Francis Chan –
When Ronnie Wilson learns of Jesus’ sacrifice,
he wants to give Jesus a gift too. But how can
he get it to heaven? A story about giving,
loving, sharing and being thankful.
The Couch Potato Caper by Doug Peterson –
The Veggie Detectives, Bob and Larry, are in
search of Laura Carrot who has been taken
prisoner by the “Couch Potatoes.” The story
helps kids learn that laziness doesn’t pay. We
have a number of books in the Veggie Town
Values series: lessons on serving others, giving,
perseverance, patience, being responsible,
making peace, and being generous.
The Incredible Discovery of Lindsey Renee by Joni Eareckson Tada – This story is a
reminder that God does great things with our
small sacrifices.
Thank You for this Day by Debbie O’Neal
Trafton – Book contains action prayers, songs
and blessings for every day.
You will find many more great reads on the
children’s bookshelves. Check it out! DVDs for
children are on the desk in the library.
Have a GREAT summer reading, celebrating and
enjoying your family.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Judge Story’s Theatrical Troupe proudly presents
“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
June 5-8 at 7 P.M. and Sunday, June 9 at 1:30 P.M.
at the Historic Story Theatre/Grand Opera House in
Downtown Story City. Advanced Ticket Sales for
reserved seating are available at Norsemen Realty for
$13. Several of our members are involved in this
production.
Promise Keepers 2013
Where: UNI Dome in Cedar Falls
When: July 19 & 20
Theme: Awakening the Warrior
We invite all high school and adult men to
consider attending this powerful men’s conference.
Why not mark the dates on your calendar.
A Christian Father’s “Ten Commandments”
1. Thou shalt hold no other group more important than the family unit, in all thy ways being faithful to it.
2. Thou shalt teach thy sons and daughters to love, respect, and obey their parents.
3. Thou shalt be a loving and considerate husband.
4. Thou shalt not speak in a manner unbecoming to a Christian man.
5. Thou shalt make Sunday a day set aside for God and worship as a family.
6. Thou shalt provide for thy family - spiritually, physically, and emotionally.
7. Thou shalt promote and lead family worship in thy home.
8. Thou shalt be honest in all thy dealings.
9. Thou shalt respect the desires and freedoms of thy family as individuals.
10. Thou shalt lead thy household, with a spirit of love.
Summary of May Council Meeting - May 9, 2013
Joint Council
President Joel Danielson led us in devotions.
Report of the Treasurer - Joel Gabrielson reviewed the income and
expense report. April income down a little with larger expenses
being the next installment for electrical upgrade and wifi.
Approximately $15,00-$20,000 left on the electrical and still hope
not to have to borrow for the balance of the electrical expenses.
Board Reports
Evaluated forums on possible YEMC position. Forums were
thorough and well presented. Need to confirm job description and
salary package of what we will present to the congregation for a
vote. Al Hermanson moved and Joel Gabrielson seconded to bring
before the congregation a vote on June 2 for restoring a full-time
YEMC position as recommended by the church council.
One additional new member approved.
Discussed serving summer coffees. Decide to create a signup
sheet. Mary Danielson will be responsible.
Discussed Anniversary Planning Committee for July 14.
Photographer - Susan Kinyon; Update History - Corine Nordeen;
Historical Timeline - Mike & Brenda Lykins, Lois Stevenson,
Julie Thompson, Fran Christian; Sketching the Story Interviews -
Kent Meier, Terry Thompson, Donna Teigland, Marsha Sweet,
Julie Thompson. Still need help with displays and anniversary
dinner. Jaynee will check out some places for catering.
Thanked Michelle Becker for her service to Immanuel.
Next meeting will be held Thursday, June 13.
Reports of Boards:
Trustees - Thursday, May 9 - 7:00 P.M.
Larry Fuhrman opened with prayer.
Discussed income and expenses, approved payment of all bills.
Pastor Anenson presented a list of needed repairs in different parts
of building.
a. Nursery needs refurbishing. Members of the congregation At
GCC Trivia Night won $400 and will donate it to the nursery.
Parsonage electric work - underground cable should be installed
very soon, inside wiring about half completed.
Electrical Project Update, Wi-Fi installed. Altar lights and east
stained glass window lights are ordered and will be installed in a
couple of weeks. All electrical is on the new service now. Exit
lights are being repaired.
Three new handicapped signs were discussed for the front of the
church.
Insurance update - Due to further deliberations on the costs and
coverage of the bidding insurance companies it was decided to
vote on the issue again. Brotherhood Mutual came in at a cost
saving of $800 a year and a cost savings of $2,500+ over our
current insurance coverage. Jeff Loots made the motion to switch
our insurance to Brotherhood Mutual, second by Larry Fuhrman.
Approved.
Summer lawn care - Motion to pay $50 per mowing to Tavender
Jones for the summer. Edgar Christian and Treanna Richie will
organize outside plantings conferring with Al Beck.
Discussed communication with members concerning financial
need for YEMC position.
Youth Board - Wednesday, May 1
The meeting was opened with prayer.
Summer programming was the main topic of discussion.
The Immanuel and St. Petri high school youth groups will have
joint gatherings in June, July and August with each church
organizing and hosting one event per month.
On July 13 the high school youth have a “mini-mission” trip
planned as they go to HOPE Ministries in Des Moines.
We have a volunteer adult interested in doing a summer program
for the middle school students—titled “Unplugged.” Volunteers
are needed.
Discussion was held on the process of exploring the possibility of
restoring a full-time youth ministries position at Immanuel. To
date, two congregational forums have been held with one forum
remaining on May 5th. Comments received during the forums have
been positive in regard to the need for the fulltime position to be
restored with many thoughtful questions related to how to
advertise the position, desired education and experience,
compensation, and how this staff position would work in
conjunction with the current committee structure and Immanuel
staff. The Youth Board agreed to request that the Church Council
schedule a date for a congregational vote on the issue.
Michelle Becker provided the Youth Board members with
information regarding summer programming. The Youth Board
members expressed their heartfelt appreciation to Michelle for the
time, energy, enthusiasm and love she has shown Immanuel’s
youth over the last two years and wished her well in her summer
role at Riverside Bible Camp.
Deacons - Thursday, May 9
Terry Thompson opened with prayer.
Update on Stephen Ministry plans. Gayle Tate and Pam Maurer
are new Stephen Ministry leaders. Class on Spiritual Gifts and
Stephen Ministry training will be offered this fall.
Upcoming special events.
a. June 10-13 - Vacation Bible School
b. June 16 - will have VBS students recap their time at VBS
c. June 29 - Seasoned Souls meeting at Skartvedts
d. July 23 at 7 p.m, our missionaries, Coyles will share
e. July 28 - during the 9:30 service the Tjernagels will speak.
New Prayer Ministry. Going to have prayer time before worship
service starting June 9, 9-9:15 A.M. in chapel. Anyone is
welcome.
Report from Mission Committee. They have determined where to
distribute funds from the undesignated mission fund.
Discussion on YEMC process. The scheduled meetings went well,
were very informative, and validated the need for a YEMC.
Website should be up by end of month.
The wireless WiFi is now in operation.
Board of Education - Thursday, May 2
Meeting started with an opening prayer.
Spring Mission Project - Project going well. Extra t-shirts tie dyed
will be going to the orphanage in Guatemala.
Bibles were ordered for the 2nd graders whose families were
interested in their child receiving them. They will receive them on
Sunday, May 12. Pastor Kurt will be having My Bible Stepping
Stone classes for the second and third graders and their parents, for
the children to learn how to use their Bibles. Classes will start in
the fall after Rally Sunday, and will run for 8 weeks during Sunday
School time.
Vacation Bible School - Enrollment forms have been handed out.
Plans are to have the VBS kids sing during the Sunday, June 16
service with the camp counselors.
Rally Sunday - Planning to have a more family friendly event.
Games and kid friendly fare are planned.
Discussed curriculum for the fall. Discussed having an emphasis
on the Ten Commandments, the Creed, Lord’s Prayer this year.
Discussed teachers for the fall, and getting those in place over the
summer.
Cathy McKim has graciously agreed to do the Christmas program
this coming year.
New Member Sunday - May 5, 2013
On Sunday, May 5 we welcomed 5 people into our Immanuel fellowship through letter of transfer and
adult confirmation. They are pictured below with their families.
John & Jackie Arthur John & Sandra Kowalik, Seth Eric & Jocelyn Lowe, Kenadi
On Mother’s Day, May 12, our Junior Choir and Sunday School Choir presented a
special program during the worship service. They are wearing their tie-dyed T-shirts
that they made during Sunday School. Cathy McKim is the director. Alli Billings is
the accompanist.
Immanuel, St. Petri and Bergen HS youth groups will
be joining forces this June, July and August.
June 2nd at Immanuel from 6-7:30 p.m. Mark your calendar for:
Minute to Win It! Challenge July Youth Group ~ July 7 & 21
Pizza July “mini” Mission trip to
June 23rd at St. Petri from 6-7:30 p.m. Hope Ministries ~ July 13th
Lawn games
BBQ
Welcome Fall 2013 Freshman to HS Youth Group!
Summer youth group events are open to incoming HS Freshmen thru our 2013 grads!
Junior High Youth (For those going into 5th-8th Grade) – Unplugged and Connected.
Turn off your electronic devices and join us Wednesday mornings, June 19, June 26, July
10, July 17, and July 24 from 10-12. There will be arts and crafts, cooking, games, recreation,
field trips and Christian fellowship. Sign up by calling the church office (733.4972) or Karen
Waline (733.5106). Space is limited, so sign up ASAP.
Do you love hanging out with kids?
Do you want have some fun?
Do you have a hour or two to donate your time?
If so, do we have an opportunity for you! The Youth Board is in need of volunteers to help
supervise Middle School and High School youth gatherings this summer. Volunteer for 1, 2 or
more dates!
High School Middle School June 23rd, 6 to 7:30 pm June 19th & 26th, 10 am to noon
July 7th, 6 to 7:30 pm July 10th, 17th & 24th, 10 am to noon
July 21st, 6 to 7:30 pm
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Immanuel Lutheran Church
604 Lafayette Avenue
Story City, Iowa 50248
Address Service Requested
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
Paid Story City, Iowa
Permit No. 44
Immanuel Day Camp
A Christ-centered, high energy, devoted Riverside staff will once again lead
Day Camp at Immanuel June 10-13. Day Camp is a great way for youth to
experience God through Bible studies, music, recreation and crafts. The theme
for the week is “REMEDY” based on 1 John 4:10. Day Camp is for kids
entering grades 1st through 6th grade. It goes from 9-2 each day. Registration
forms were handed out during Sunday School. They are also available in the
church office. Day Camp is open to any kids in the community so encourage
your son or daughter to bring a friend! Please return registration forms to the church office by
Monday, June 3. This gives us an approximate count to plan for activities and classes. You
may still register children at the start of Day Camp on June 10.
A preschool class for children ages 3-5, who have not attended kindergarten also is being
offered. We do ask that your child be potty-trained. The preschool program runs from 9-11:30
on the same dates as Day Camp and includes a curriculum with the same theme.
There are many ways for you to serve the Lord and get involved to make sure Day Camp is a
great success! We still are in need of host families for our Riverside staff, meal providers for
the Riverside staff, snack providers, and helpers, high school age and above.
If you can help in anyway, please contact:
Church office: [email protected] or 733.4972
Patty Rathmacher: [email protected] or 733.4779
Jaynee Christian: [email protected] or 733.2710