St. Paul Lutheran Church September 2015 Newsletter

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Come and worship at St. PaulSunday worship at 8:45 am with fellowship to follow.

Bible Study on Friday at 9:00 am.

At the Community Church Service at the pool park. Back row: Sharon Larson, Don Aalbers, Lael Smith, Evelyn Heiden, Joyce Temple, Ann Foster, Terry Kloster, Joyce Warren. Front: Arlene Berger, John Berger, Ruth Haugerud and Darrel Haugerud.

2015

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat1 2 3 4 5

6:00 pm- Youth group

9:00 am-Bible study

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

8:45 am- Worship with communion10:00 am- fellowship

6:00 pm- Council

9:00 am-Bible study

13 14 15 16 17 18 19Seliing lutefisk tickets8:45 am- Worship with SS teacher installation 10:00 am- Sunday School, fellowship,God’s Work Our Hands

1:00 am- WELCA

6:00pm- Youth group

9:00 am-Bible study

20 21 22 23 24 25 268:45 am- Worship with communion10:00 am- Sunday School,Fellowship and FIA group 5 meets

9:00 am-Bible study

27 28 29 308:45 am- Worship 10:00 am- Sunday School,Blanket making and fellowship

6:00 pm- Cl. Com. Fel. Meal

9:00 am- Sewing Day

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Living in grace, growing in grace, sharing God’s grace with others.September 2015

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Birthdays

September 1 –Sandy Altfillisch September 13 –Brandan GehrkeSeptember 2 –Andrea Paulson September 14 –Brad FurnessSeptember 4 –Lilly Wangsness September 16 –Twyla Nichols September 6 –Florence Brenden, Anne Foster September 20 –Katlyn Maynard, Chantell Wren, Wendy Christman September 23 -Joyce Temple, Bill FullerSeptember 7 – Christina Flora September 25 –Taylor Hartley, Lindsey MehlbergSeptember 8 – Greg Overby September 28 –Tye McGrawSeptember 10 –Michaela Flora September 29 –Jerry Hartley, Brayden MoellerSeptember 11 –Maxine Sjoberg, Paula Mehlberg September 30 –Terry SchlagelSeptember 12 -Alivia Gehrke**************************************************************************************************************************

Faith In Action

The “Faith in Action” program consists of five groups that perform many tasks on a Sunday morning such as greeting, ushering, reading the scriptures, and serving coffee fellowship. With sincere appreciation we thank everyone for taking part and working together. If you are not involved in a group and would like to be, please call the church office and we will be happy to place you. Special thanks to FIA Group #4 for assisting during the month of September. Chery Albright David and LeAnn Warren Darlene Audus Marshall and Pam SeefeldtDiane Easthouse Brad and Gail Temple, Jordyn, JessicaMyron and Diane Eidsness Chuck and Kathy TollefsonPaul and Kris Florey, Raegen, Grayson Ryan and Karla ClaussenSandi Gruenwald, Hannah, Emmah Nancy WorthJoel and Jill Huber, Mackenzie, Noah Keith and Monica Zobel Kay Mahlen Bob and Lori BjerkeSandy Altfillisch Fay and Ila Mae Florey Greg Furness Dennis and Theresa Larson Laird and Kathy Larson Twyla Nichols Grace Paulson *************************************************************************************************************************

LYING A minister told his congregation, "Next week I plan to preach about the sin of lying. To help you understand my sermon, I want you all to read Mark 17.”   The following Sunday, as he prepared to deliver his sermon, the minister asked for a show of hands. He wanted to know how many had read Mark 17. Every hand went up. The minister smiled and said, "Mark has only 16 chapters. I will now proceed with my sermon on the sin of lying."

from Terry and Bonnie Kloster*************************************************************************************************************************

CLARK CENTER PRESERVATION SERVICE Clark Center Church's annual Preservation Sunday and worship will be September 20, 2015 at 2:00 pm at the Clark Center Church.  The public is invited. This year's worship will have the theme "The Church's One Foundation" and will feature a religious, gospel and joyful music concert by the McCarlson family of rural Webster, SD.  Mike, Julie and their family members are dedicated musicians who have been pleasing midwest church members with their music for many years.  The McCarlsons come to Clark Center with accolades from those who have heard their musical message of praise.   Preservation efforts this year will include refurbished and refinished front doors and new front, long-life windows.  The window project was funded by the contributions of five individuals and families. There will be a free will offering to benefit Clark Center's continued preservation efforts. Lunch will follow the service.

Thanks to Marlin and Joyce Fjelland for the picture and article*******************************************************************************************************

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Community Worship Pictures

Welcome new members Kayla and Geoff Adler.

Geoff is a welder and fitter and is interested in cars. Kayla is interested in crocheting. They live on Commercial St. in Clark.

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Starting Sunday, September 6, worship will begin at 8:45 am with Sunday school and fellowship after at

10:00 am.*****************************************************************************************************************************

Lutefisk Supper News Time for the lutefisk supper is quickly approaching. Sunday, October

25 is the date! The office already has received letters and calls from eager out-of-town lutefisk eaters ordering tickets. Ticket price are: $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for children 12 and under. Tickets will be sold Sunday, Sept. 13 before and

after church in the narthex or you can pick them up at the office Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. 65 tickets have been sold as of August 24th.

The corn has already been prepared and is in the freezer. Call Greg if you are unable to do the job that you did last year. If you haven’t helped with the supper in the past and would like to help this year, contact Greg at 532-5772.

THOSE IN CARE CENTERS AND ASSISTED LIVING CENTERS: Faye Knutson, Myrtle Cornelius, Helen Peterson, Velma Bruflat, Robert Nordhus, Marbeth Wika, Irene Lura, Mary Waxdahl, Norma Bailey, Barb Aalbers, Louise Bjerke, Dorothy Peterson, Lavonne Brekke, Barb Aalbers,Thelma Wicks and Hazel Ness.THOSE IN NEED OF PRAYERS: Lori Dale, and farmersBAPTISM: FUNERALS: NEW MEMBERS: Geoff and Kayla AdlerTHOSE IN THE MILITARY: Cody Terrill, Hudson McHenry, Joseph Kirkeby, Brandon Clausen and Alex McHenry *Please contact the office 3784 to add or remove a name from the list.****************************************************************************************************************************Pastor Mindy Ehrke has accepted the call to St. Paul Lutheran. Her first Sunday will be on September 27. She will be moving into the parsonage the week before. Welcome Pastor Mindy to St. Paul.*****************************************************************************************************************************

September 13- God’s Work – Out Hands ProjectThis year the congregation will be participating with a project that is not definite yet. It will be done after worship, so wear your work clothes to church and bring any tools you need to do yard work.*****************************************************************************************************************************

WELCA FALL BAZAAR The WELCA Bazaar will be held on Wednesday, October 7 starting at 9:00 am with rolls and coffee being served. Lunch will be served later. Look for those hidden treasures that you might want to donate to the “white elephant sale.” Fresh fruits, vegetables and canned items are a big hit. Everyone is encouraged to bring at least one item for the bake sale. All contributions are welcome. Come and enjoy the day! *****************************************************************************************************************************

WELCA VISITS WOOKEYS

Our August meeting was held at Wookey's Assisted Living with 27 WELCA members and residents present.  Pam Seefeldt opened the meeting with prayer and continued with Bible Study.  The theme for this year is "Giving" with the story of "Being Like the Widow" in which she gave all

she had.    The Fall Retreat at Ne-So-Dak will be Saturday, September 12 with registration at 9 am.  A sign-up sheet was passed if you were going or would drive.  Discussion was held concerning the grinder attachment needed for the cranberries.  Pam Seefeldt thought she had the attachment; however a motion was made, seconded, and passed to purchase one in case that attachment did not fit our mixer.

   Quilts, layettes, school bags, health kits will be taken to Grace Lutheran in Watertown on October 12. Hostesses for September will

be Sandy Altfillisch and Joyce Fjelland.  The remainder of the meeting was spent playing Bingo and visiting with residents. Lunch of ice cream bars and cheese and crackers was served.************************************************************************************The Mission Action group would like to thank everyone who donated items for the Baby Care Kits and the School Bags. Your generosity is appreciated.************************************************************************************

Arlene Berger, Dorey Gross, Muriel Larson

Darlene Audus, Irene Lura, Ann Foster

Faye Knutson, Sharon Larson, Joan Furness, LaVonne Helkenn

St. Paul Lutheran Church Council MinutesAugust 12, 2015 6:00 pm

Call to Order The St. Paul Council meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by VP Anna Kirkeby.

Members Present Rod Clausen, Anna Kirkeby, Rick Olson, Barb Schlueter, Keith Zobel, Joyce Fjelland. Also present: Deb Schlagel

Secretary’s Report The secretary’s report was approved (MSP Clausen/Zobel) with the following change under the Trustees Report: The door that is sticking is the SW door rather than the NE door.

Treasurer’s Report The treasurer’s report was approved (MSP Schlueter/Olson) following discussion about the bill for communion wine. Deb volunteered to personally pick up the wine and pay for it at each order.

Approval of Agenda The agenda was approved (MSP Clausen/Olson) with the following additions under New Business: Parsonage Update and Lawn Mowing.Parish Education Report Parish Ed council members were absent so no report was given; however, the following information was given by St. Paul secretary, Deb Schlagel after she visited with Sunday School Superintendent Danita: Sunday School Rally Day will be August 30th (note change from last month’s minutes) and Sunday School classes will begin on September 13th. Confirmation will begin when the pastor has moved and is ready to begin.

The Augustana Outreach Team is interested in coming to Clark for a lock-in with our youth on a Saturday evening and conduct worship at St. Paul the following morning. Approval for this opportunity was given (MSP Schlueter/Clausen) at a cost of approximately $450 to be paid from the budget line item “Youth Ministries”. Anna will contact our youth leaders for a date for these events.

Deacons Report Time for worship, Sunday School, and Fellowship will change in September with an 8:45 am start for worship. Pulpit supply is covered for the 1st two Sundays in September and Pastor Erhke will lead worship on the 4th Sunday. The Deacons will need to seek coverage for the 3rd Sunday.

Trustees Report –White Tables for Basement and SS Room Because the tables in the SS rooms are so heavy and difficult to move, the suggestion was made that we look into the cost of tables that can more easily be moved. Keith volunteered to check into prices. There was further discussion on the topic from the last council meeting regarding hot water in the upstairs bathrooms. Rick will check further regarding this issue and try to determine the reason we don’t have hot water.

Old Business--God’s Work Our Hands ProjectIndividuals who may need help in the Clark Community and other projects in the community were discussed. Suggestions were made on partnering with other churches. Rick and Anna will check with the two individuals who were named about their willingness to accept assistance. A definite project/s will need to be determined at the next council meeting.New BusinessInput and completion of “Definition of Compensation, Benefits & Responsibilities of Pastor” form:Desired emphases of the pastor and means of encouragement for our new pastor were discussed and included on this form required by the SD Synod.Parsonage update: The present tenants will move out of the parsonage by September 14th. The plan isto hire someone to clean the entire parsonage at that point. There was discussion on what would need to be done to the parsonage besides cleaning. The parsonage committee will be contacted.Lawn Mowing: Volunteers are needed for the last two weeks of August.

Next Meeting: September 9 at 6:00 pmClosing Prayer The meeting was closed with the Lord’s Prayer. Next month: Barb SchlueterRespectfully submitted, Joyce Fjelland

New members: Geoff and Kayla Adler

2015 Thrivent Choice Total Income $2215.00 August deposit: $201.00

July Financial Statement

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GOD IS LIKE

God is like BAYER ASPIRIN-He works miracles.God is like a FORD-He’s got a better idea.

God is like COKE-He’s the real thing.God is like HALLMARK CARDS-He cares enough to send the very best.

God is like TIDE-He gets the stains out others leave behind.God is like GENERAL ELECTRIC-He brings good things to life.

God is like WAL-MART-He has everything.God is like SCOTCH TAPE-You can’t see Him, but you know He’s there.

God is like ALL-State-You’re in good hands.God is like DIAL SOAP-Aren’t you glad you have Him? Don’t you wish everybody did?

God is like the US POST OFFICE-Neither rain, nor snow, nor sleet, nor ice will keep Him from His appointed destination

God is like BOUNTY-He is the quicker picker upper-Can handle the tough jobs-And He won’t fall apart.

God is like the ENERGIZER BUNNY-He keeps going and going and going.****************************************************************************

YOUTH INFO Sunday School

*Our 1st regular class will be September 13 along with teacher installation. Our teachers this year are: Claire Mohr pre-K-Kindergarten, Laura Zumbach 1st-3rd grades with Gus Carlson as helper, Danita Carlson and parents 4th-6th grade, Greg Stormo 7th and 8th grades. Melissa Altfillisch will do crafts. Subs will be Anna Kirkeby and Chris Hasler.*Things to look forward to are: parents coffee group, Blessing of the Animals and October 11 will be Dad’s Day. We will end the year with our Christmas Program. Parents please bring a picture of your child with dad or grandpa so we can use it for Dad’s Day.*We are looking forward to a fun year. Sunday Schools year’s theme is You are loved!*****************************************************************************************************************************

Confirmation-Schedule will be coming out later.*****************************************************************************************************************************

Youth GroupThe next September meeting will be held on the Wednesday, the 2nd.

Check the school announcements for locations.****************************************************************************************************************************

National Youth Convention

Correana Anderson, Chris Hasler and Keith Myrvold would like to thank the Luther League and St. Paul Church for giving us the opportunity to attend the Youth Gathering in Detroit, Michigan. This was Keith’s first time on a plane, and it was very exciting for him. When we landed in Detroit,

there were signs welcoming the ELCA Youth Gathering throughout the city. Wherever we went, there were all kinds of people greeting us and making us feel welcome. 30,000 Lutherans attended this gathering. Out of all the states that attended, South Dakota had the most with 1,100 Lutherans. We met many people from different states and Puerto Rico. Also, we met one young man from Norway. Every night we went to Ford Field for Christian Rock concerts. It was a sight to

see 30,000 Lutherans together all in one place. The music and speakers were awesome, and when it was over no one was shoving or pushing to go back to our buses. Everyone was polite and helpful to each other, and you would never hear anything rude or inappropriate from anyone. Our service project was helping an underprivileged neighborhood by cleaning out an old lot. There were all kinds of different things we found. Correana found an old softball.

I was an eye opener to see the conditions of the neighborhood and made us appreciate what we have at home. We all had a wonderful time, and Keith and Correana are looking forward to the next gathering in 2018.

Thanks Correana, Chris and Keith for the report

Prairie Coteau Women of the ELCA

Fall Retreat / Officers’ Workshop

September 12, 2015

NeSoDak Bible Camp (Enemy Swim Lake, Waubay) 9:00-9:30am registration

$8.00 (includes lunch & resources)

“So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away;

see, everything has become new!” 2 Corinthians 5:17

Speaker: Sister TeresaWatertown Multi-Cultural Center, Human trafficking

Bible Study: Pam Seefeldt “Always Being Made New”

Offering: Watertown Multi-Cultural Center andFeeding South Dakota (includes PACH program) 

Love Offering for NeSoDak Bible Camppaper towels, 49¢ postage stamps, white copy paper,

rubber playground balls. Monetary gifts welcome.