Archive for November, 2009

Weekly Church News

Posted by Bob Johnson on November 5th, 2009

Church News

● A Special Thank You  to Pastor Mark Wenzel from Wisconsin Lutheran Institutional Ministries for being with us and sharing God’s Word. Please pray for the continued work of WLIM.

● WLIM Weekend  Our annual WLIM weekend is this weekend, November 7 & 8. WLIM is the only group in the WELS that does face-to-face prison ministry. The synod does not. WLIM is not funded by the synod, but rather operates on offerings from individuals, congregations, organizations, Sunday Schools, schools, and others. It does ministry to people in prisons, mental health facilities, metropolitan hospitals, nursing homes, youth detention centers, and drug and alcohol work.

● Door Offering today  All are encouraged to give for WLIM (Wisconsin Lutheran Institutional Ministries) at the door offering today, which gathered $1,550 last year.

● At this Sunday’s 8:45 am Bible Class,  Pastor Mark Wenzel will present a special Wisconsin Lutheran Institutional Ministries (WLIM) Bible class.

● In Memory  of our fellow sister, Olga Tischler, whom the Lord called home on Monday, November 2, at the age of 85. The funeral service was conducted on November 6. Her mortal remains were laid to rest at Zion Cemetery to await the Resurrection. “Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in Him.” 1 Thess. 4:13-14

● Baptisms  Mckenzie Marie Sperber, daughter of Kimberly Sperber and Steven Skippon, will become a child of God and St. Peters congregation through the washing of Holy Baptism Sunday, November 8 at 11:15 am. Witnesess are Holly and Jeremiah Wendricks and Amber Hilsabeck. ● Aspin Sky Heimbecher, daughter of Cassandra Heimbecher and Jared Andrews, will become a child of God and St. Peters congregation through the washing of Holy Baptism Sunday, November 8 at noon. Sponsor is Jeremy Heimbecher; witness is Hannah Heimbecher. May God continue to strengthen these child in their faith in Jesus. “Get up, be baptized and wash your sins away, calling on His name.” Acts 22:16

● At our 3rd quarterly congregation meeting, Treasurer Chad Hougaard presented the financial report and the dire situation we find ourselves in. As of the third quarter we are $123,266 under the weekly offering budget, and projected to go to $165,000 if things do not improve. We have borrowed repeatedly from our line of credit to pay monthly bills and the Board was forced to again borrow from the line of credit in October so the current debt to the bank on our line of credit is $132,000. Total debt as of Sept. 30 including the building loan, member loan, line of credit and the money borrowed from the building fund amounts to $1,295,668. Jim Peterson reported on the Long Range Planning and their steps to correct and update the church constitution and bylaws. Chairman Chuck Cihlar reported on the Solid Plan which involved sermons, Bible classes, cottage meetings and item number 4 which was reported as the Ad Hoc Committee report. Secretary Jim Peterson read from the Ad Hoc Report which stressed actions that could ease the current situation, many of which are already being planned. Executive Board members welcome all comments and suggestions and directed members to contact the business manager with any ideas, questions or suggestions.

● Potluck   All congregation members and families are invited to attend a potluck meal Sunday, November 15th at 11:30 am. New members who joined our St. Peters family this past year will be guests of honor. They are: Hazel Billing, Charlotte Gunnlaugsson, Bianca and Miranda Lazarevski, James Livingston, Paul & Judy Schumacher, Megan Anschutz, LaRae Bagnall, Taylor Bley, Cassie Borkovetz, Justin DeFere, Jerika Duquaine, Rachel Haight, Christian Foss, Caimyn Lutze, Kayli Mallien, Matthew Rollin, Ryan Voigt, and Justin Zager.

● Do it today!  This is the last year that Thrivent will offer the Giving Plus Program in its current form. If you are a Thrivent product-holder, please consider a gift to St. Peters School (up to $600) and Thrivent will match 50%. Forms are located at church entrances. Matching fund applications should be completed as soon as possible. If you have questions, please call Sally Schopf at 743-4444.

● Recommitment Envelopes  If you did not bring your sealed commitment form to church last weekend, please mail it or bring it to church within the next two weeks. Boxes for your commitment envelopes are located at church entrances. Thank you.

● Bible Classes:  Saturday/Sunday:  Next weekend’s class is “Follow Me – Who is Callling Us to Follow Him?” led by Ted Chaudoir. Wednesday Breakfast:  6:30 am at Pudgy’s, discussing “More than Conquerors.”  
     The Truth Project held Wednesdays at 9:30 am and 6:30 pm. This class takes a look at life from a Biblical perspective and reveals the importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.
     Life with God class meets Thursdays at 6:30 pm. This is a review for members, a membership class for those interested in becoming members of St. Peters, and a required class for nonmembers whose children are attending our Lutheran Elementary School.

● Missions Card Making  The Mission Awareness Team invites you to join in making cards for the Missionaries and their wives for Christmas on Tuesday, Nov.  10th at 6:30 p.m. Join us in this fun endeavor – no experience is necessary!

● Using SCRIP  Now’s a great time to spend a few minutes making out your Christmas list, and SCRIP is the perfect gift! Pick up your SCRIP today and an extra order form to refer to at home!

● Meditations  devotional booklets are available at church entrances. The cost is $2.50 and the donation boxes are located next to the booklets!

● Vacation  Pastor Kolterjahn will be out of the office and on vacation through Sunday, Nov. 15.

● The Men of His Word Conference  is Feb. 20, 2010 at Liberty Hall, Kimberly, for men to consider, discuss, learn and apply God’s Word to the issues we all face in our daily walk of faith. Pastor Mark Jeske from “Time of Grace Ministry” presents the theme “You are not alone.” The cost is $29. There are only 150 spaces available. Registration is online: menofhisword.org – sign up now!

● Advent Dinner by Candlelight  is Sunday, December 6th, with dinner at 5 pm. All ladies of St. Peters are invited to attend this special evening of song and worship designed to help us prepare for the Birth of Jesus. If you’d like to host your own table, or to be a guest at a table, please contact Grace Bergene at 743-7028 by Wednesday, November 18th. Space is limited, so call now.

● Christmas for Kids: Drop & Shop!  will be held Saturday, Dec. 12 from 9 am to noon. Parents will have an opportunity to do some shopping without their children! Registration begins at 8:30 am. Children of the community are welcome - infants through 6th grade. Come for crafts, snacks, music, and games. Please register by December 1 – forms are available at church entrances.

● Christmas decorations  If you would like to give a monetary donation to help decorate the church, please send it to the church office or place in the collection plate marked for Christmas Decorations. Thanks so much.                    – Larry Maas

● Want to have some fun?  We will be decorating the church and school for Christmas at noon on Sunday, Nov. 29. In past years, those who turned out to help had a wonderful time full of fun, fellowship and the real sense of helping in making God’s house beautiful for the holidays. Lunch and treats will be available as well as beautiful Christmas music throughout the building. There is no Packer game that day, so bring the kids – the gym will be open. Let’s make this a family tradition!

 GRIEF SHARE HOLIDAY SEMINAR

     The holiday season is fast approaching, and if you’ve recently lost a loved one, you are likely experiencing a jumble of emotions that you’ve yet to sort out. Facing a holiday after the death of a loved one can be more difficult than your friends and even family may realize. That’s where the GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays video can help.

     On the video you will meet Christian experts and others who have experienced the death of a loved one. These people share honestly about…

·                     ●  Being prepared for surprising emotions that may hit over the holidays

·                     ●  What to do about traditions and other coming changes

·                     ●  How to handle holiday parties and invitations

·                     ●  How to survive potentially awkward moments with other people

·                     ●  Where to find comfort, strength, and hope in a seemingly hopeless time

     You are invited to view “Surviving the Holidays” on Sunday, November 22nd at 2 p.m. in the Social Room. The program lasts about 2 hours and refreshments will be served.

     So that we will have sufficient printed material and refreshments, we ask that you pre-register by November 14th by calling Bob at 743-4431, extension 161.

–The Grief Team

 

 

 

 

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