The Union Messenger

June 2021 Volume 6

Reading thru the Bible Chronologically in 90 days Spiritual Fitness Challenge begins during the month of June on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday mornings at 10:00 a.m.

Finance Committee will meet on Wednesday, June 2, at 5:30 p.m.

Calling all Belles and Beaus!

Are you interested in playing handbells? All adults are invited to join the handbell choir. No

experience is necessary. Knowledge of music is helpful. All that is required is a desire to have fun, a willingness to make a joyful noise to the Lord and the ability to attend weekly rehearsals at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. In June, the Belles and Beaus will rehearse on 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Isaiah Cornelius, musicdirector@ulcsalisbury.org

Chancel Choir

Do you love to sing? Calling all singers! You are invited to join the Union’s Chancel Choir. All that is required is a desire to have fun, a willingness to make a joyful noise to the Lord and the ability to attend weekly rehearsals. The Choir meets weekly on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. In June, the Chancel Choir will rehearse on 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 at 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Isaiah Cornelius, musicdirector@ulcsalisbury.org

Come join us for Friday Game Nights on June 4 and 18, at 5:30 p.m. Depending on size, the group will either meet in the Old Pine Center or Dutch Meeting Hall. The group will practice social distancing.

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SUNNY SUNDAY MORNINGS

Every Sunday I check in with the little group of people in our Sunday School. I love to see people meeting together in small groups, studying the Bible, sharing life together and building relationships. There is value in it!

I have heard it be said that Sunday School was a dinosaur. It was old-fashioned and ineffective. However, in recent surveys, amongst different denomination, there is a come back. This revival of Sunday School is based primarily on the fact that it serves as foundational to their evangelism and discipleship strategies but more importantly because our children and youth yearn for good biblical teaching that offers sound moral and ethical teachings.

Sunday School really does matter! Let me give you eight benefits to active participation in Sunday School. 1. You study the Bible, God’s Word. 2. You fellowship with other people as you walk with people in the highs and lows of life. 3. You minister to people in need. The church is stronger when Sunday School members care for and love one another. 4. You reach people with the Gospel. Bible teaching, healthy relationships, and personal concern foster a context for the Gospel to be shared, even introduces them to Jesus. 5. You pray for people in need. God’s people are called to “bear one another’s burdens” (Gal. 6:2). What a blessing to “stand in the gap” for people facing cancer treatments, strained relationships, career challenges, and spiritual emptiness! 6. You mature in Christ Jesus. Active involvement in Sunday School is a pathway to spiritual growth. 7. You fulfill the church’s vision. Our church’s vision is “to build relationships, one at a time. 8. You stay connected to the church and see members assimilate into the life and ministry of the church.

Sunday school classes begin on Sundays at 9:30 am throughout the summer. In the fall, the time remains the same but some changes are on the horizon.

In August we will have moved our youth and children’s ministry classes into the west wing (closest to fellowship building) of the Sanctuary space. The adult classes will meet in the fellowship and office building. Greeters will meet you at all the main entrances on Sunday mornings, and they will be trained and ready to help you find the right class. And yes, we have classes for all ages (infant – senior citizens) Sunday School teachers and assistants will be properly equipped and prepared to lead. Music ministry for the children and youth will also be included as part of the curriculum.

Between now and August please register your youth and children (yes, this is new and I realize you have never done it this way before). On pages 14-15 is the registration form to be filled out and will also be included on the website. Please also lift the Sunday School ministry up in prayer. If you wish to serve as teacher, assistant, greeter, snack provider or overseer in any way please contact me.

See you in Sunday School!

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Sunday, June 6

Please note as of June, we will be discontinuing the 9 a.m. worship service.

9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages is a wonderful time to be with your friends and to make new ones in a smaller setting where you can connect the Word of God to your daily life, learn of Gods' love and forgiveness through Jesus Christ, and grow in faith together. Please remember to practice social distancing.

“Why do we do what we do during worship? What does it all mean?” Join the conversation this summer at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday morning in Pastor Heidi’s office.

Drew Wise Adult Sunday School Class topic: Freed from Worry - Ezekiel 34:11-16; Matthew 6:19-34

10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion We gather weekly on Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. to celebrate God's Word and the Sacrament of Holy Communion, and to hear and experience God's creative and redeeming love for the world. Children are welcome and are invited to attend worship and come forward for the Children's Message. (CDC guidelines followed)

10:30 a.m. Recognition of 2021 High School (Ellie Wilhelm and Ethan Wilhelm) and College Graduates (If there are any other 2021 High School or College Graduates please contact the church office as soon as possible.)

All Altar Flowers are open for reservations during the month of June.

Please sign up to reserve the Altar Flowers for Sunday, June 6.

During COVID-19 we are offering the following if you do not feel comfortable worshipping in person you can: 1. Worship online by visiting our webpage (https://ulcsalisbury.org/worship/) 2. Connect with us on Facebook Live (https://facebook.com/ulcsalisbury) 3. Request a worship DVD

Ladies and Girls Tea Time Saturday, June 5, at 10:00 a.m.

All Ladies and Girls are invited to attend Tea Time on Saturday, June 5, at 10:00 a.m. Theme: Finding Joy in Jesus. Everyone will have the opportunity for laughter and to hear the program given by Tina Brown. Please bring your favorite tea cup!

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Executive Committee will meet Thursday, June 10, at 5:30 p.m. The committee will prepare for Sunday’s Council meeting.

The Good Timers were asked during their February Meeting to begin saving “J” dollars. These are dollar bills with the letter “J” printed to the left of George Washington’s picture. We invite anyone to participate in this event. The House of Hope (due to COVID and many problems) fell behind on their last payments, so more money is needed for the next payment. “Jesus” dollars will be collected in June so that they many be sent for the July payments. Thank you for your support.

Children’s and Families Ministry will meet on Tuesday, June 8, at 7:30 p.m. with Pastor Heidi. The group is preparing for this Fall: rebooting ministries for all ages., discerning curriculum, room allocations, registration, and identifying individuals with the gift of teaching. All are welcome to attend this meeting!

Union’s Day Camp Volunteers will meet with Pastor Heidi on Wednesday, June 9, at 5:30 p.m. to begin preparations for the Day Camp held at Union from Ju-ly 25-30. . Pastors and Volunteers will be leading the Middle and High School Youth. IF you are interesting in volunteering for odd jobs or wherever is needed, please contact Pastor Heidi!

Thursday, June 10, at 10:00 a.m.

The program will be “If Tombstones Could Talk”. Union is known for being an historic church, but are you aware that there is much history in our cemetery? How much do you know about our cemetery? True or False – there is a monument that looks like a tree trunk. True or False – a member of the family that built the Wallace Mansion on Fulton street is buried in the ceme-tery. True or False – One section of the cemetery is dedicated entirely to one family. Come join us at the meeting and find the answers to these and more questions, as well as discovering other fun facts!! We will resume our practice of going out to eat after the meeting. This month we will eat at Lakeview Family Restaurant.

Sunday, June 13

9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages.

“Why do we do what we do during worship? What does it all mean?” Join the conversation this summer at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday morning in Pastor Heidi’s office.

Drew Wise Adult Sunday School Class topic: Delivered from Fear - Psalm 107:23-32; Matthew 8:23-27; Mark 4:35-41; Luke 8:22-25

10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion

2:00 p.m. Church Council

6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Youth Event (During the event final arrangements will be made for the Youth Mission Trip.)

Please sign up to reserve the Altar Flowers for Sunday, June 13.

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Lay Ministers will meet on Wednesday June 16, at 2:00 p.m.

Staff Meeting in Pastor Heidi’s office will be held on Thursday, June 17, at 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, June 20, Father’s Day

9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages.

“Why do we do what we do during worship? What does it all mean?” Join the conversation this summer at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday morning in Pastor Heidi’s office.

Drew Wise Adult Sunday School Class topic: Healed by Faith - Proverbs 3:1-8; Matthew 9:18-26; Mark 5:21-43; Luke 8:40-56

10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion

10:30 a.m. Recognition of Fathers (During the Announcements we will recognize our oldest and newest father. At the close of worship, Pastor Heidi invites all fathers to process out.)

10:30 a.m. Sending of Mission Trip Participants

Please sign up to reserve the Altar Flowers for Sunday, June 20.

Deadline for July Newsletter articles to the church office is Sunday, June 20.

Youth Mission Trip to Gilbert, SC from Sunday, June 20-Saturday, June 26.

Please keep in your thoughts and prayers those going on the Mission Trip: Larry Barringer, Brad Hunt, Tyler Hunt, Caden Madden, Felisaty Morgan, Micah Nguyen, Pastor Heidi Punt, Adam Thompson, Bailey Wilhelm, Ellie Wilhelm, Ethan Wilhelm, and Lucas Wilhelm.

Youth Mission Trip

June 20-26 our youth and adults (Larry Barringer, Brad Hunt, Tyler Hunt, Caden Madden, Felisaty Morgan, Micah Nguyen, Pastor Heidi Punt, Adam Thompson, Bailey Wilhelm, Ellie Wilhelm, Ethan Wilhelm, and Lucas Wilhelm) will be participating in a Youth Mission Trip in Gilbert, SC. Through Group Mission Trips Work Camps each day will have a theme. Sunday is Worth It, Monday is Worth, Tuesday is Lost, Wednesday is Found, Thursday is Loved, and Friday is Celebrate. During the 10:30 a.m. worship service on June 20 the group will have a sending.

Property, Cemetery, and Columbarium Committee will meet on Thursday June 24, at 6:30 p.m.

SILENT STRONG DAD by Karen K. Boyer

He never looks for praises. He's never one to boast.

He just goes on quietly working For those he loves the most.

His dreams are seldom spoken. His wants are very few,

And most of the time his worries Will go unspoken, too.

He's there...a firm foundation Through all our storms of life,

A sturdy hand to hold onto In times of stress and strife. A true friend we can turn to When times are good or bad. One of our greatest blessings,

The man that we call Dad

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Sunday, June 27

9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages.

“Why do we do what we do during worship? What does it all mean?” Join the conversation this summer at 9:30 a.m. every Sunday morning in Pastor Heidi’s office.

Drew Wise Adult Sunday School Class topic: Rescued from Doubt - Isaiah 38:16-20; Matthew 14:22-33

10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion

Please sign up to reserve the Altar Flowers for Sunday, June 27.

July Messenger will be available to pick up in the Narthex.

Those Serving in June

Acolyte: Emma Clifton

Altar Guild: Deena Lanning and Karen Morgan

Communion Assistants: Deena Lanning and Karen Morgan

Lay Readers: Deena Lanning and Karen Morgan

Ushers: Larry Barringer, Phil Cauble (HU), LA Earnhardt, and Wade Leazer

Offering Counting Team: Mary Elizabeth Earnhardt ~ Sonya Mulkey ~ Vivian Sprinkle

RightNow Media

RightNow Media is a non-profit organization that firmly believe the mission of the church matters. Everything is rooted in the belief that the church (people not buildings) can have a powerful impact on this world. They serve over 10,000 churches each year and are like “Netflix for the church” because RightNow Media has a huge library with thousands of video sessions that people can access anytime, anywhere. Their creative team films and produces RightNow Media Originals featuring teaching from respected teachers and pastors. They also distribute video resources produced by over 100 other major Christian publishers and ministries. Learn more at http://rightnowmedia.org/. If you haven’t signed up, please contact the church office (704) 636-5092 and we will send you an invitation.

The Church Office will be closed on Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day.

Pastor Heidi will be in on a Mission Trip in Haiti from Tuesday, July 6-Tuesday, July 13. On Sunday, July 11, worship will be led by members of the congregation.

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During this period of COVID-19, it is important to keep up with spiritual disciplines like Bible reading, prayer, and giving. Tithes and offerings may be given Online (A service fee is charged for using Online giving.) (https://ulcsalisbury.org/give-online/). You may also drop off, place in Sundays’ offering basket, or mail checks payable to Union Evangelical Lutheran Church to 4770 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC 28146. Thank you for your faithfulness in all these areas!

Loose Offering on Sundays is distributed to: 1st Sunday (Social Ministry Fund), 2nd Sunday (Gerald Bame Scholarship Fund), 3rd Sunday (Building and Repair Fund), 4th Sunday (Lutheridge Scholarship Fund), and 5th Sunday (Mission Church or Special).

The Narthex Expansion Project is complete and it is time to work toward repaying the funds borrowed from our General Fund. The money is to be paid back without interest over a maximum of ten (10) years. The calculated payment is $1,006.00/month. Let’s praise God for our beautiful new addition and work to get this paid back as soon as possible.

June Benevolence Focus

During the month of June our benevolence focus is Congo Mission International which seeks partnerships between churches in North America and those of the dynamic and growing Lutheran church in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the objective of fostering a mission awareness within churches in North America, and working with Pastor Didi Panzo (NALC Global Worker) in equipping Lutherans in Congo to become more effective in their proclamation of the Gospel and service to the people of God. Pastors Stéphane Kalonji and David Nuottila travel to Congo. They offer biblical and theological education, support the feeding of children suffering from hunger and malnutrition, “free” babies and mothers detained in clinics after birth due to the lack of funds to pay their bills, provide Bibles in local languages to leaders, support farming projects to help grow food locally, and minister in many other ways. Between mission trips, the two short-term missionaries maintain contacts with the local leaders and continue to support the work in Congo via email, telephone and social media.

Honorariums and Memorials Gifts Given to the Glory of God during May

A gift was received for the Music Ministry Fund in honor of Isaiah Cornelius on his installation as Union Lutheran Church’s Director of the Music Ministry from: Jennifer and Scott Curlee

A gift was received for the Narthex Expansion Fund in honor of Jennifer Painther Curlee from: Cathy Kluttz Painther

A gift was received for the Music Fund in honor of Faye Kesler’s 91st birthday from: Bobbie and Jimmy Corleto

A gift was received for the Narthex Expansion Fund in memory of my Grandma Evie who would have been 89 in May 2021 from: Jennifer Painther Curlee

A gift was received for the Narthex Expansion Fund in memory of June Kluttz and Evelyn Kluttz from: Kenneth and Glenda Kluttz

A gift was received for the Cemetery Fund in memory of Jimmy from: Effie Vellines

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Gifts Given to Union Lutheran Church…

On behalf of Union Lutheran Church, we are so grateful for the thoughtful and generous gift of $1,000 from John and Tammy Browning, Transit Damaged Freight, to the Narthex Expansion Fund.

On behalf of Union Lutheran Church, we want to thank Mid Carolina Construction for their thoughtful and generous donation of $625 of 25 CY-Double Ground Bark delivered on March 24, 2021.

On behalf of Union Lutheran Church, we are so grateful for the thoughtful and generous gift from Krystal Jacobs on behalf of her grandmother, Helen Weaver Taylor, who wrote down The Verble Family records and returned the information to Union Lutheran Church.

On behalf of Union Lutheran Church, we are so grateful for the thoughtful gift of $5,287.95 made possible through the generosity and recommendation of The John R. and Kathryn Walton Wise Fund, a donor-advised fund held at Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing.

Dear Lynn, Please express my sincere thanks to the members of Union who remembered me in prayer and sent cards for healing and strength. After my wreck on Friday, April 16th, while in Salisbury, I received wonderful support.

God bless and keep you, Pastor Tom

Congratulations to the following Gerald Bame Scholarship Fund recipients: Felisaty Morgan, Ellie Wilhelm, and Ethan Wilhelm.

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Did you know that the Mission Team will mail out cards (get well, thinking of you, birthday, etc.) to members of the church? All you have to do is place your card and addressed envelope in the blue basket in the Narthex. The Mission Team will provide the postage and mail the card out for you.

This summer, Union Lutheran Church with several local NALC and LCMC congregations will be participating in a Day Camp sponsored by the Carolinas Mission Region. Why Day Camp? Our kids need Chris-tian community and they love camp and counselors! Counselors are vetted college age students who love Jesus and want to share that love with children. This summer the Day Camp is separated in to two groups: • July 18-24 Day Camp (5 year olds-5th

Grade) at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Salisbury July 25-31 Day Camp (6th-12th Grade) at Union Lutheran Church.

For more information please see pages 12-13.

What to Expect to be in place by Homecoming (August 8):

• Office building will include: Pastor’s office, Music Director’s office, Staff Support office, Archive (where Nursery was located), two Conference Rooms/Adult Ministries.

• Building beside office building will include the Financial Treasurers’, Cemetery, and Property rooms.

• West Wing downstairs of church building: Choirs/Bell Choir Room, Preschool-4th Grade Ministry Rooms, and Chapel (where Archives was located).

• West Wing upstairs: Ministry storage rooms, 5th-12th Grade Ministry Rooms.

• East Wing downstairs: Nursery, Men’s & Women’s Bathrooms, and Sacristy.

Volunteers are needed! Please prayerfully consider how you can volunteer and contact Phil Cauble.

PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER… Nursing Home Residents - Brenda Mahaley, Pat & Wayne Miller, Ruth Monroe, and Jane Peeler, (Autumn Care), Jean Ray (Brookdale), and Betty Denker (Trinity Oaks, Apt. 123B)

Homebound Members - Rachel Earnhardt, Jean Kluttz, Grace Morgan, Frances Norris, Zarah Plyler, Billy Waller, and Michael Walton

Sick/Surgery/Recovery - Kathleen Agner, Marlene Bollinger, Bishop Emeritus John Bradosky, Bill Broadway, Rev. Tom Corbell, Bob Goodwin, Linda Hartley, Steve Hutchens, Tommy Kerns, Nancy Kesler, Pat Kluttz, John Knight, Eric Miller, Donnie Miller, Harold Miller, Dusty Morgan, Gladys Morgan, Grace Morgan, Ruth Myers, William Page, Karen Plyler, Rev. Dawn Rister, Patti Vallandingham, and Effie Vellines

Continual Prayer - Nancy Ballew (mother of Kat Clifton), Evonne Batten (mother of Lisa Morgan), Yvette Bates (coworker of Karen Barringer), Vanna Calloway (friend of Kat Clifton), Arnold Cauble, Lynn Coughenour, Ophelia Curlee (sister-in-law of Grace Morgan), Karen DeMunbrun (niece of Grace Morgan), June Fraley, Amy Lowder Harrison, and Jesse Morgan, Jr., Teresa Kesler, Glenn and Betty Sue Lowder, David Mitchell (friend of Pete Nguyen), Della Morgan (mother of Pam Vellines), Dusty Morgan Family (Dusty, Sr., Lisa, Felisaty, and Dusty, Jr.), Hong Nguyen (mother of Pete Nguyen), John Oddie, Jr. (brother of Ruby Leazer and Ruth Myers), Steven and Malynda Peeler, Steve Pless (friend of Pete Nguyen), Jamie Troutman (nephew of Lynn Coughenour), and Union Fire Department #76 Remember in Prayer List Note: We strive to list the prayer requests and names correctly. Please let us know if a correction is needed or you would like a name added/or returned to the list. If there is a name that can be removed, please contact the church office with that information as well. In an effort to keep the list current, we will update/remove prayer requests on a monthly basis, with the exception of known prolonged/ongoing issues. Thank you!

Please let us know...church staff are not automatically made aware of you or your family members and loved ones who are in the hospital, Hospice, a nursing home or shut-ins at home. This means we cannot minister to them without you letting us know. Please contact the church office (704) 636-5092 to keep us informed.

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Join us in Corpus Christi this August!

Every year, the North American Lutheran Church gathers for Lutheran Week! The week is more than a conference, more than a church festival and much more than a business meeting. The NALC Lutheran Week is all of that and more! This year’s theme is God the Father Creates. The 2021 Lutheran Week of the North American Lutheran Church will draw our attention to the person of God, the Father. Continuing the six-year cycle focusing on the persons and work of the Holy Trinity, the Braaten-Benne Lecture series and the NALC Mission Convocation will each aspire to point to the nature and being of God, the Father, who is creator of heaven and earth!

Update from Estonia...

Friends of Estonia, I’m sharing with you some updates about Bringing Hope to Estonia Campaign that was launched three months ago. During three months we have raised 220 000 dollars. This is amazing result and we are so thankful to all of you, our donors. It is an extraordinary experience to feel that so many people care about our work here in the suburb of the world. We also truly feel the power of your prayers. Although our activities were very limited during past months because of really hard COVID19 situation in Estonia we have not lost any of our projects, on the contrary, we are even launching a new project to offer pastoral care to the people in the rural area. This project is financed by the Estonian Ministry of Social Affairs. We are filled with gratitude and hope. Bringing Hope to Estonia Campaign goal is to raise 750 000 dollars by the end of June this year. Please, don’t think that we are running a hopeless campaign, because we have only month and a half left and we are still missing 530,000 dollars. Our history proves that God is almighty and unbelievable things will happen. Home of Hope is one amazing example of it.

God bless you all, Pastor Siimon Haamer

President of Tartu Academy of Theology

Carolinas Lutheran Women (CLW) Convocation

The CLW Council has been busy at work planning the upcoming 2021 Annual Convocation. We have met several times via Zoom and have discussed a number of issues dealing with the event. We feel, based on the current COVID numbers and recommendations from the CDC, that we will be safe in gathering for our event on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Please rest assured that all precautions needed will be taken to keep everyone safe. One way this is being implemented is the change of location. Faith Lutheran Church, Faith, was originally scheduled to host us in 2021 before the 2020 Convocation was cancelled. They have graciously agreed to host us this year and have plenty of space for us to spread out as much as the conditions at that time dictate.

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K-5th Grade Day Camp

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Middle and High School Youth Day Camp

Union Lutheran Church Christ Centered - Mission Driven - Traditionally-Grounded - Congregationally Focused

4770 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC 28146 (704) 636-5092 ~ http://ulcsalisbury.org

CHILDREN’S AND YOUTH MINISTRY ENROLLMENT

In efforts to launch our Children’s and Youth Ministry at ULC, we ask that you take a moment to enroll your child(ren). Please take all aspects of your schedule into consideration when responding to questions pertaining to scheduling. (This form can be filled out online on the church’s website.)

Thank you, ULC Staff CHILD(REN) OR YOUTH INFORMATION Child’s Name Child’s Name Date of Birth Date of Birth What school does your child attend? What school does your child attend? Please circle one of the following for the Please circle one of the following for 2021-2022 academic year, my child will be 2021-2022 academic year, my child will be entering the following grade level: entering the following grade level: Pre K/Kindergarten/1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th Pre K/Kindergarten/1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th 6th/7th/8th/9th/10th/11th/12th 6th/7th/8th/9th/10th/11th/12th Child’s Name Child’s Name Date of Birth Date of Birth What school does your child attend? What school does your child attend? Please circle one of the following for the Please circle one of the following for the 2021-2022 academic year, my child will be 2021-2022 academic year, my child will be entering the following grade level: entering the following grade level: Pre K/Kindergarten/1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th Pre K/Kindergarten/1st/2nd/3rd/4th/5th 6th/7th/8th/9th/10th/11th/12th 6th/7th/8th/9th/10th/11th/12th Please list any allergies and/or medications that your child(ren) take:

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What hobbies, interests, sports, and other extra curricular activities does your child(ren) enjoy/take part in? Is your child(ren) interested in participating in the Children’s or Youth Music Ministry Program? Yes or No PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION Parent/Guardian Name Email Address Phone Number (Preferrable cell phone) Check your preferred method(s) of communication? Email or Phone Do you or your spouse intend to pick up/drop off your child(ren) for Sunday School or another day for rehearsal? If not, please fill out the name and contact information of the person(s) that will. Pick Up and/or Drop Off Name Phone Number Does ULC, Salisbury have permission to photograph and/or take video of child(ren) to use on our website, social media pages, etc.? Yes or No If you answered “Yes” to the question regarding your child’s participation in the Children’s or Youth Music Ministry, please select the best times to allow for rehearsals. Sunday mornings (before Sunday School) Sunday afternoons (after the 10:30 a.m. worship service) Sunday evenings Monday evenings Tuesday evenings Wednesday evenings Thursday evenings Friday evenings Please leave any questions, comments, or concerns. The ULC Staff will work to respond in a timely manner.

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UNION LUTHERAN CHURCH

A charter congregation of North American Lutheran Church (NALC)

OUR MISSION: Christ Centered - Mission Driven - Traditionally-Grounded - Congregationally Focused

(Matthew 28:18-20)

OUR 2021 VISION: One Relationship at a Time

4770 Bringle Ferry Road Salisbury, NC 28146

Phone (704) 636-5092 ~ Fax (704) 636-1022 Website: https://ulcsalisbury.org/

OFFICE HOURS: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday

WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

9:30 a.m. Sunday School (please remember to practice social distancing)

10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion

CHURCH STAFF

Rev. Heidi Punt, Pastor - pastor@ulcsalisbury.org (815) 883-4883

Rev. T. C. Plexico, Pastor Emeritus

Music Director: Isaiah Cornelius - musicdirector@ulcsalisbury.org

Organist: Tina Brown - organist@ulcsalisbury.org

Staff Support: Genevieve Baker - office@ulcsalisbury.org

Facilities Manager: Phil Cauble (704) 213-0646 - sexton@ulcsalisbury.org

Lay Ministers:

Judy Boyd (704) 279-5378

Tara Davis (704) 637-9334

John Kesler (704) 633-5702

Elbert Kluttz (704) 633-3484

Deena Lanning (704) 637-0810

Gladys Morgan (704) 636-1977

Ann Tucker (704) 633-0271

Reports and Minutes

2021 HIGHLIGHTS OF ACTIVITIES AT UNION The following activities represent some of the special highlights and events of the year, but they do not cover many daily, weekly, and monthly ministries and activities of Union Lutheran Church that takes place in our endeavor to serve our Lord Jesus Christ and proclaim His gospel. MAY

• Sunday, May 2, was Isaiah S. Cornelius, Music Director, first Sunday with us at Union! Isaiah Cornelius was installed during the 10:30 a.m. worship service.

• Pastor Heidi Punt attended the Pastors’ Conference in San Antonio, Texas, May 3-7. • Beginning on Wednesday, May 5, the Belles and Beaus Handbell Choir and Chancel

Choir resumed weekly rehearsals with Isaiah Cornelius directing. • An Ascension Online Prayer service was offered by Pastor Heidi Punt on Thursday, May

13. • On Sunday, May 23, the following were confirmed: Emma Anne Clifton, daughter of

Ken and Kat Clifton; Morgan Jo Deaton, daughter of Todd and Ashley Deaton; Dustin Edward Morgan, Jr., son of Dusty and Lisa Morgan; and Adam Blake Thompson, son of Sonya Leazer. Following the 10:30 a.m. worship service a reception was held in their honor.

• On Sunday, May 30, the following were recognized as recipients of the Gerald Bame Scholarship Fund: Felisaty Morgan, Ellie Wilhelm, and Ethan Wilhelm.

• On behalf of Union Lutheran Church, we are so grateful for the thoughtful and generous gift from Krystal Jacobs on behalf of her grandmother, Helen Weaver Taylor, who wrote down The Verble Family records and returned the information to Union Lutheran Church.

• On behalf of Union Lutheran Church, we are so grateful for the thoughtful gift of $5,287.95 made possible through the generosity and recommendation of The John R. and Kathryn Walton Wise Fund, a donor-advised fund held at Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing.

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Good Timers The Good Timers met for their monthly meeting on May 13, 2021 in the Old Pine Center with Dawn Merrell presiding. Frank Merrell had devotions and prayer. Happy Birthday was sung to those celebrating birthdays in May: Sarah Holshouser (3), Faye Kesler (17), Jack Lanning (17), Rev. Heidi Punt (18), and Linda Kesler (28). There were no May wedding anniversaries. Sick Report: Lynn Coughenour (surgery on May 13), Betty Denker and Zarah Plyler suffered falls recently. Door Prizes were won by Dickie Shue and Rev. Heidi Punt. We had 10 members and 1 visitor (Ronnie Smith) present. An offering of $10.00 was received. For lunch today we had pizza from “Slice of Heaven” in Granite Quarry. We plan to go to Lakeview for lunch in June. A reminder to bring your “J” dollars to the June meeting. Dawn shared with us different uses of a cucumber which many of us may not be aware of and a warning to seniors when they go shopping by themselves. Our next program in June will be about “If Tombstones Could Talk.” Our program today was given by Ronnie Smith, a retired Air Force pilot. He spent 6 years in the Air Force and flew over 100 combat missions. He had a replica of the plane he flew which he carried the presidential limo and secret service crew to the different airports for the president (C 141 plane). He also flew a 02A Sky Master plan (FAC = Forward Air Control). He sat on a 3” steel plate in the plane which protected him from gunfire during combat missions. He would get weekly letters from home with his pop writing “May God always be your co-pilot.” He believed this is what brought him safely back home. He told several humorous stories about the service. He showed us his jungle boots and told about “Bat 21,” a true movie about Vietnam. Thanks to Ronnie for a very enjoyable and inspiring program. Respectfully Submitted, Ruby Leazer, Secretary

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Worship and Music Highlights May 12, 2021: The Worship and Music committee met on Wednesday, May 12. The highlights of the meeting are: • The white and red chasubles have been cleaned. The blue, purple and green will be

sent to the cleaners next. Cost for cleaning is $11.77 each. • Pastor Heidi will be the liturgist and preacher for Homecoming 2021 since we did

not have an official Homecoming Sunday in 2020 • During the long Pentecost season (also known as “ordinary times”) we will change

settings of the liturgy to keep the service fresh. The pattern will be: (subject to change for special occasions)

May 23 through July – Setting 5 from WOV August and September – Setting 10 from ELW October and November – Setting 1 from LBW Advent through Epiphany, 2022 – Setting 2 from LBW

The group was reminded that at our next meeting on August 10, we will need to begin plans for the Christmas program(s) so that there will be adequate time for preparation and learning of music and parts.

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Union Lutheran Church Congregational Council Meeting

April 18, 2021 The Council met for its regular monthly meeting on Sunday, April 18th at 2:00 p.m. in the Old Pine Center. Members present were: Brad Huffman, Jennifer Painther Curlee, Ron Vellines, Mary Elizabeth Earnhardt, Don Davis, Lucinda Fraley, Lynn Coughenour, Sonya Mulkey, and Steve Hutchens along with Pastor Heidi Punt and Guest Phil Cauble. Matt Miller, Larry Barringer, and Gladys Morgan were absent. Pastor Heidi opened the meeting with devotions and prayer. ADOPT AGENDA ***A motion was made by Jennifer Curlee and seconded by Ron Vellines to adopt the agenda. The motion was unanimously approved. Phil Cauble presented a quote from IGH of $29,000.00 to the Council for repair work on the Steeple and requested approval. IGH will donate $7,000.00 back to the church. ***A motion was made by Don Davis and seconded by Jennifer Curlee to approve and move forward with the repair work on the Steeple. The motion was unanimously approved. COUNCIL MINUTES: Sonya Mulkey The Council Minutes from the March 21st Meeting and the Minutes from the March 28th Congregational Meeting were reviewed. ***A motion was made by Steve Hutchens and seconded by Brad Huffman to approve the minutes as written. The motion was unanimously approved. TREASURER’S REPORT: Lucinda Fraley The Treasurer’s Report for March was presented. ***A motion was made by Brad Huffman and seconded by Ron Vellines to approve the March Treasurer’s Report as presented. The motion was unanimously approved. SOCIAL MINISTRY FUND Balance - $3,523.00 CEMETERY FUND: Don Davis Balance – $2,853.65

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UNION WOMEN’S FUND: Lynn Coughenour Balance – $3,342.40 PASTOR’S REPORT: Pastor Heidi Punt shared her report with the Council. ***A motion was made by Don Davis and seconded by Steve Hutchens to follow the direction of the other congregations for registration of Day Camp members and offer further scholarships for our members if needed. The motion was unanimously approved. Seven youth have committed to attend the Youth Mission Trip to Gilbert, SC with the possibility of a few more attending along with one female chaperone and one male chaper-one. ***A motion was made by Jennifer Curlee and seconded by Lucinda Fraley to approve ex-penses incurred for Mission-Focused Youth Activities/Mission Trips be absorbed by the church with youth being encouraged/invited to raised funds towards the cost. The motion was unanimously approved. CONFIRMATION PRESENTATIONS Dusty Morgan and Morgan Deaton gave presentations to the Council on their testimony and request to be confirmed on May 23, 2021. PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Lynn Coughenour Lynn will be attending Carolinas Mission Region Executive Council Meetings on April. 27th

and May 14th. She will also be attending the Carolinas Mission Region Convocation on May 14th at Holy Trinity in Gastonia. VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Jennifer Painther Curlee Music Director Update: Isaiah Cornelius will begin May 1, 2021. There will be a Welcome luncheon following the Worship Service on May 2nd. ***A motion was made by Mary Elizabeth Earnhardt and seconded by Don Davis to add Mary Hutchens as a signer on all financial accounts for the church. The motion was unanimously approved. COMMITTEE REPORTS CEMETERY: Don Davis Work was done in the cemetery on the congregational workday. SOCIAL MINISTRY: Approximately 25 Easter bags were prepared for shut-ins and nursing home residents. Youth helped put together bags and made cards during the Lock-In.

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EVANGELISM/MISSION: Don Davis No report. YOUTH and FAMILY MINISTRIES: No report. STEWARDSHIP/LONG RANGE PLANNING: Brad Huffman A Yard Sale/Bake Sale/Carwash is planned for April 24th. PROPERTY: Larry Barringer There was a discussion about moving the Secretary’s office to the Educational Building and other possible room changes. WORSHIP & MUSIC: Jennifer Painther Curlee There will be a Worship & Music Committee Meeting Wednesday, May 12th at 5:30 p.m. NEW BUSINESS: ***A motion was made by Brad Huffman and seconded by Don Davis to approve Morgan Deaton and Dusty Morgan to be Confirmed May 23, 2021. The motion was unanimously approved. OLD BUSINESS: The Executive Committee will meet Thursday, May 13th at 6:30 p.m. in Pastor Heidi’s office. The next Council Meeting will be on Sunday, May 16th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Dutch Meeting Hall. Lynn Coughenour will have devotions. The Congregational Council Meeting adjourned with The Lord’s Prayer at 4:17 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Sonya Mulkey, Secretary Mission: Christ Centered – Mission Driven- Traditionally Grounded – Congregationally Focused (Matthew 28:18-20) Vision: Building One Relationship at a Time Action: 1x1x1 (One person in your family, one person in the congregation, one person in the community)

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June Calendar – dates/times subject to change Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat 1

6:30 p.m. Bible in 90 Days

2 10:00 a.m. Bible in 90 Days 5:30 p.m. Finance 6:30 p.m. Belles and Beaus 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir

3 4 5:30 p.m. Game Night

5 10:00 a.m. Ladies and Girls Tea Time (Dutch Meeting Hall)

6 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion 10:30 a.m. Recognition of Graduates

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8 6:30 p.m. Bible in 90 Days 7:30 p.m. Children’s and Families Ministry

9 10:00 a.m. Bible in 90 Days 5:30 p.m. Day Camp Volunteers meeting 6:30 p.m. Belles and Beaus 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir

10 10:00 a.m. Good Timers 5:30 p.m. Executive

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13 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion 2:00 p.m. Church Council 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Youth Event

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15 6:30 p.m. Bible in 90 Days

16 10:00 a.m. Bible in 90 Days 2:00 p.m. Lay Ministers 6:30 p.m. Belles and Beaus 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir

17 5:00 p.m. Staff Meeting

18 5:30 p.m. Game Night

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20 Father’s Day 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion Recognition of Fathers Sending of Mission Trip participants Newsletter articles deadline

21 22 6:30 p.m. Bible in 90 Days

23 10:00 a.m. Bible in 90 Days 6:30 p.m. Belles and Beaus 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir

24 6:30 p.m. Property, Cemetery, and Columbarium

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27 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship & Holy Communion

28 29 6:30 p.m. Bible in 90 Days

30 10:00 a.m. Bible in 90 Days 6:30 p.m. Belles and Beaus 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir

Revised as of 5-26-21

Youth Mission Trip to Gilbert, SC

June Birthday Calendar Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat 1

Sean Earnhardt

2 Eric Miller Dusty Morgan, Jr.

3 4 Wayne Vellines

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8 Lauren Lyerly

9 Travis Holshouser

10 Glenn Eagle Braden Self

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14 Jan Huffman Patsy Lyerly

15 Ellie Wilhelm Ethan Wilhelm

16 Shane Spencer

17 Andrew Graczyk Carly Terzi Cindy Terzi

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19 Cindy Stiller

20 Tyler Mulkey

21 22 Judy Walton

23 John Cauble Lisa Graczyk

24 Noah Earnhardt Frances Norris Jane Peeler

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28 Troy Painther

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June Anniversaries: June 2 Wayne and Pam Vellines June 9 Eric and Allison Miller June 13 Matt and Jill Miller June 14 Larry and Judy Fesperman

William and Doris Page June 21 James and Jean Kluttz Richard and Kay Lyons June 22 Harold and Donnell Miller June 27 Eddie and Kay Morgan Jimmy and Cindy Stiller June 28 Derrick and Miranda Thompson Have we missed your birthday or anniversary? Please contact the church office (704) 636-5092 – we don’t want to leave anyone out!