June 22 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Scott, Beth, Emily, and Katie Burbrink in thanksgiving to God and celebration of the 55th wedding anniversary of Dale & Bettie Burbrink on June 28.  May God grant you many more happy years together, Dale & Bettie!

 

GOD'S BLESSINGS TO Todd Garrison as he was baptized and confirmed last evening and to Todd & Shannon as they were married last evening.

 

PORTALS OF PRAYER devotional booklets will be available from the ushers after today's worship.

 

JULY CALENDAR AND NEWS ITEMS need to be submitted to Becky by TOMORROW.

 

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to serve on a committee to help update the church history book and the family history information that is in the back of the church history book.  Contact Mary Anne Schneider at 812-521-2984 or mschneider@whitecreek.org if you are interested in helping with this.

 

PARENTS OF our WCLS students are reminded to pick up report cards and lunch statements TODAY if you have not already done so.  They are available on the table in the office.

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their Bible study and meeting this Wednesday, June 25, at 9:00 AM, with the workday following.

 

TRINITY LADIES AID SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS were mailed this past week to those students attending Trinity this coming school year.  Those applications need to be completed and returned to the church office by July 15.

 

BRICKS:  Orders are again being taken for bricks for our sidewalk and memory garden from now through Labor Day.  Cost is $100/brick.  To order, contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer or Larry & Janice Claycamp.  Bricks will be placed in October.   If you would

like to see design options that are available for the bricks, contact Becky in the church office.

 

BETTY McCRORY has moved to the nursing home in Nashville.  Cards of greeting and encouragement may be sent to her at Brown County Health & Living Community, 55 E. Willow St., P.O. Box 667, Nashville, IN  47448-0667.

 

"MY FAMILY AND I want to thank everyone who came to visit Jim,  for the food that was brought in for us at home, for all the cards he received, and thanks to everyone who came to the funeral.  Also, a big thanks to those who donated food for the dinner and helped serve and clean up. I know that was a big job!  It was much appreciated!    Love - Karen, Lori, Brad, & families

 

"MANY THANKS TO everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and cards at the birth of our daughter, Lila.  We appreciate all the prayerful support from our family and friends!" - Ethan & Lauren Johns

 

"THE FAMILY OF Makenzie Nicole Brown sincerely thank you for sharing our sorrow.  Your prayers and kindness at this time will always be remembered.  Thank you for your concern and the Christian love that was shown us.  God bless you!" - Bob & Janice Baker

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Adam & Erica (Price) Behmlander on the birth of their son, BRADLEY GENE.  Bradley arrived weighing 9 lbs. 2 ozs. and measuring 21 ins.  Everyone is doing fine - God's blessings to them!

 

ST. PETER, WAYMANSVILLE, SPROUTS PRESCHOOL has openings in its 3-year-old class (Tues. and Thurs.) and 4-year-old class (Mon., Wed., Fri.) for the coming school year.  For more information or to register, call Michelle Schultz at 342-4322.

 

PASTOR MARCUS JAUSS will celebrate 30 years in the ministry next Sunday.  If you would like to send a card to him at his church, the address is Immanuel Lutheran Church, 15th & Lipper Ave., Higginsville, MO  64037.

 

REDS/METS BASEBALL GAME: Tickets for the September 7 baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets at Cincinnati are still available for $22.50/person.  See the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in the school hall.  Persons who order tickets are asked to pay for them immediately (checks payable to White Creek Lutheran School) as this has been charged to our school’s credit card.

June 15 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Mark & Jan Buss in thanksgiving to God and celebration of their 40th wedding anniversary today.   God's continued blessings to them!

 

CALENDAR CORRECTION:  Senior League does not meet in June.  Their next regular supper/meeting will be on July 20.

 

LWML INGATHERING:  An ingathering of canned foods and non-perishable food items will be held to be taken to the Indiana District LWML convention this coming weekend, June 20-22 at Lafayette. A box is in our narthex to receive items.  Please have items in by THIS Wednesday, June 18.

 

PARENTS OF our WCLS students are reminded to pick up report cards and lunch statements TODAY if you have not already done so.  They are available on the table in the office.

 

MANY THANKS TO Dean & Clara Claycamp for their donation of the two pastors' chairs for the altar area.

 

CARD SHOWER:  Kristie remains in the hospital in Texas following her stem cell transplant.  Please mail her a card of encouragement this week and let her know we are all thinking and praying for her.  The Wessel address is 11991 Main St., Box 99, Houston, TX  77035.

 

BRICKS:  Orders are again being taken for bricks for our sidewalk and memory garden from now through Labor Day.  Cost is $100/brick.  To order, contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer or Larry & Janice Claycamp.  Bricks will be placed in October.   If you would

 

like to see design options that are available for the bricks, contact Becky in the church office.

 

DEPOSITS OF $30.00 and $637.00  have been made to the church and school accounts on behalf of Thrivent Financial's Thrivent Choice Program by the directed dollars of the following:  Kay Clow, Ernie Dettmer, Doyce & Becky Eckelman, Richard Hercamp, Paul & Janice Hoffman, Kathy Kerkhof, Mariagnes Meyer, Mike & Kathy Sanders, and Matt Taulman.

 

TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL is looking for a boys tennis coach for this fall.  All interested applicants should bring a resume to the school or contact Aaron Rudzinski at 812-524-8547.

 

ART CAMP:  Trinity  Lutheran High School will be having an art camp next week, Monday, June 23-Wednesday, June 25, from 2:00-3:30 PM for children entering 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade this fall.  Cost is $30.  A large scale Pop Art Self Portrait utilizing painting and printmaking techniques while learning about America's most popular pop artists will be the project.  An art show on Wednesday from 3:30-4:00 to view the finished pieces, enjoy light refreshments, and talk with the artists will conclude the camp.  Call the Trinity office at 812-524-8547 to reserve a spot and get further instructions - there is a limit of 15 children, first come, first serve basis.

 

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL in Higginsville, Missouri will be hosting a potluck dinner for Pastor Marcus Jauss on Sunday, June 29, as he celebrates 30 years in the ministry.  Our congregation is invited to join in this celebration by attendance, prayers, cards, etc.  If you would like to send a card to the church, the address is Immanuel Lutheran Church, 15th & Lipper Ave., Higginsville, MO  64037.

 

REDS/METS BASEBALL GAME: A sign-up sheet has been posted on the bulletin board in the front hall of school for those persons who would like to purchase  tickets for the September 7 baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets at Cincinnati.  Ticket price is $22.50/person.  Questions???  Contact Michelle  Barnett (342-3780 or 390-7610).  Persons who order tickets are asked to pay for them immediately (checks payable to White Creek Lutheran School) as this has been charged to our school’s credit card.

June 8 Weekly News

TODAY WE OBSERVE PENTECOST, celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit on the disciples of Jesus after His ascension, held on the seventh Sunday after Easter.

 

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Ed & Colleen Koeberlein in praise and thanksgiving to God as they were married here at St. John's last evening.

 

CALENDAR CORRECTION:  Senior League does not meet in June.  Their next regular supper/meeting will be on July 20.

 

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this Wednesday, June 11, after the worship service (7:35).

 

LWML INGATHERING:  An ingathering of canned foods and non-perishable food items will be held to be taken to the Indiana District LWML convention June 20-22 at Lafayette. A box is in our narthex to receive items.  Please have items in by Wednesday, June 18.

 

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL in Higginsville, Missouri will be hosting a potluck dinner for Pastor Marcus Jauss on Sunday, June 29, as he celebrates 30 years in the ministry.  Our congregation is invited to join in this celebration by attendance, prayers, cards, etc.  If you would like to send a card to the church, the address is Immanuel Lutheran Church, 15th & Lipper Ave., Higginsville, MO  64037.

 

REDS/METS BASEBALL GAME: A sign-up sheet has been posted on the bulletin board in the front hall of school for those persons who would like to purchase  tickets for the September 7 baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets at Cincinnati.  Ticket price is $22.50/person.  Questions???  Contact Michelle  Barnett (342-3780 or 390-7610).  Persons who order tickets are asked to pay for them immediately (checks payable to White Creek Lutheran School) as this has been charged to our school’s credit card.

 

COUGAR CLASSIC GOLF OUTING:  On Friday, June 20, Trinity Lutheran High School will host the 11th Annual Cougar Classic golf outing at Shadowood Golf Course in Seymour.  Cost is $60/golfer.  Registrations must be received by this Wednesday, June 11.  Persons may register online at www.trinitycougars.org or by calling Aaron Rudzinski at 812-524-8547.

June 1 Weekly News

TODAY WE REJOICE WITH Luke & Katie Otte as they bring their son, JAMES CAMERON OTTE, to be baptized.  James's sponsors are his uncle, Daniel Fulton, and family friend, Laura Otte.  God's blessings to you, James!

 

JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH who are planning on attending the outing to Holiday World this Tuesday are reminded to return the signed parent permission form, bring $10 for admission and money for extras, and meet at school at 7:00 AM.

 

CALENDAR CORRECTION:  Senior League does not meet in June.  Their next regular supper/meeting will be on July 20.

 

ST. PETER'S, BROWNSTOWN, would like to thank Stephanie Meyer for her hard work and dedication as their preschool teacher.  Stephanie will not be returning to that position this fall, and they would like to wish her a fond farewell and pray that the Lord would be with her in all her future endeavors.

 

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL in Higginsville, Missouri will be hosting a potluck dinner for Pastor Marcus Jauss on Sunday, June 29, as he celebrates 30 years in the ministry.  Our congregation is invited to join in this celebration by attendance, prayers, cards, etc.  If you would like to send a card to the church, the address is Immanuel Lutheran Church, 15th & Lipper Ave., Higginsville, MO  64037.

 

REDS/METS BASEBALL GAME: A sign-up sheet has been posted on the bulletin board in the front hall of school for those persons who would like to purchase  tickets for the September 7 baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets at Cincinnati.  Ticket price is $22.50/person.  Questions???  Contact Michelle  Barnett (342-3780 or 390-7610).  Persons who order tickets are asked to pay for them immediately (checks payable to White Creek Lutheran School) as this has been charged to our school’s credit card.

 

COUGAR CLASSIC GOLF OUTING:  On Friday, June 20, Trinity Lutheran High School will host the 11th Annual Cougar Classic golf outing at Shadowood Golf Course in Seymour.  Cost is $60/golfer.  Registrations must be received by Wednesday, June 11.  Persons may register online at www.trinitycougars.org or by calling Aaron Rudzinski at 812-524-8547.

 

POSITION AVAILABLE:  St. Paul's, Borchers, is seeking a person interested in a part-time church secretary position.  This position requires knowledge of basic secretarial functions, computer competency, good interpersonal and communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to keep confidential information.  Specific hours and days can be negotiated.  Questions???  Contact Pastor Stephen Wood at 812-522-7364 or pastorsteve@stpaul-borchers.org.  Resumes should be submitted to Pastor Steve by June 9.

May 18 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Ryan & Alexa Hoene in thanksgiving and celebration of their marriage here last evening.  God's blessings to them!

 

ARMED FORCES SUNDAY is being observed today as we pray for our men and women of the military and our chaplains as they proclaim the life-giving message of the Gospel.

 

A SPECIAL VOTERS' MEETING will be held after church TODAY in the Fellowship Room to update/approve our school staffing for next school year.  All members of our congregation, 18 years and older, are encouraged to attend.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet this evening at 5:30 PM at Bob Evans Restaurant for supper and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Guests are always welcome!

 

PHIL'S FRIENDS will meet for card-making this evening at 6:00 PM before the Youth meeting at 7:00 PM.  Anyone interested in helping with the cards are invited to join them.

 

THE BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet this Wednesday, May 21, after worship (7:30 PM).

 

JUNE CALENDAR AND NEWS ITEMS need to be submitted to Becky by TOMORROW.

 

175TH ANNIVERSARY SURVEYS may still be dropped in the box in the narthex - if you still need one to complete, forms are available in the narthex.  Please take time to provide your thoughts/ideas to the anniversary committee.

 

MANY THANKS TO all who supported the aluminum can drive last weekend.  This project is sponsored by our school's WCA.

 

REDS/METS BASEBALL GAME: A sign-up sheet has been posted on the bulletin board in the front hall of school for those persons who would like to purchase  tickets for the September 7 baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets at Cincinnati.  Ticket price is $22.50/person.  Questions???  Contact Michelle  Barnett (342-3780 or 390-7610).  Persons who order tickets are asked to pay for them immediately (checks payable to White Creek Lutheran School) as this has been charged to our school’s credit card.

 

THE CONGREGATION IS INVITED to an Ice Cream Social at White Creek Acres this afternoon from 12:00-4:00 PM.  The Old Guitar Band will be playing from 1:00-3:00 PM.  The Bartells family would like to thank everyone for their support of White Creek Acres, so bring your lawn chairs and come out for ice cream and plenty of visiting!

 

THE ALLELUIA RINGERS OF CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY, Wisconsin, under the direction of Dr. John Behnke, will be performing a concert on Monday, May 26, at 7:30 PM at Zion Lutheran Church, Seymour.  This group of 14 ringers rings 152 hand bells and hand chimes, playing original arrangements of well-known hymns and spirituals, classical transcriptions, and original music for hand bells.  A free-will offering will be received.  Everyone invited.

 

DAY CAMP:  The Camp Lakeview staff will be leading day camps at Immanuel Lutheran School on June 2 and 3 and St. Peter's Lutheran School on June 4,5, and 6 for students in grades 2-6.  Registration forms may be obtained online at the camp website, www.camplakeview.com, from Becky in the church office, or by calling the camp office at 342-4815.

 

COUGAR CLASSIC GOLF OUTING:  On Friday, June 20, Trinity Lutheran High School will host the 11th Annual Cougar Classic golf outing at Shadowood Golf Course in Seymour.  Cost is $60/golfer.  Registrations must be received by Wednesday, June 11.  Persons may register online at www.trinitycougars.org or by calling Aaron Rudzinski at 812-524-8547.

 

LCH "VOLUNTEEN" PROGRAM:  The Lutheran Community Home "Volunteen" Program is available to those 12 years of age through college.  Volunteering includes visiting/interacting with the residents, assisting with activities, reading to the residents, and much more.  This program begins June 9 and ends July 18.  Applications and additional information can be picked up at the front office at Lutheran Community Home.  Applications need to be returned by May 30.

From the students-to-be

We're not big kids yet, 

but someday... this will be our school

See? 

They are making room for us.

From the future students of White Creek:

For all those who plan,

for all who work,

for the students who switch rooms and schedules,

for the teacher who endure extra noise, chaos, and dust,

for those who pray, those who give, 

We give thanks to God!

Project Update

The following photos are courtesy of Fred Condra:

Thank you, Fred, for the amazing arial view!

May 11 Weekly News

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASS will end next Sunday, May 18, for the summer.  Many thanks to James Rockhill for being the superintendent this year and to Laura Otte, Jessica Morphew, Kim Enzinger, Crista Burbrink, Kristin Simons, Amy Mensendiek, Annette Purdue, Janet Morey, Michele Rockhill, Emily Cook, Donna Kyler, Whitney Vandercar, Jeff Kyler, and Mary Anne Schneider for teaching/helping.

 

A SPECIAL VOTERS' MEETING will be held after church next Sunday, May 18, in the Fellowship Room to update/approve our school staffing for next school year.  All members of our congregation, 18 years and older, are encouraged to attend.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet next Sunday evening, May 18, at 5:30 PM at Bob Evans Restaurant for supper and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Guests are always welcome!

 

PHIL'S FRIENDS will meet for card-making next Sunday evening, May 18, at 6:00 PM before the Youth meeting at 7:00 PM.  Anyone interested in helping with the cards are invited to join them.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Luke & Katie Otte on the birth of their son, JAMES CAMERON OTTE, this past Monday.  James arrived weighing 9 lbs. 14 ozs.  Everyone is doing fine - God's blessings to them!

 

THE ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE continues yet today.  A trailer is parked on the church/school grounds to receive items.  Thanks for your support for this WCA project!

 

DEPOSITS OF $110.00 and $503.00 have been made to the church and school accounts on behalf of Thrivent Financial's Thrivent Choice program by the directed choice dollars of the following:  Dale & Bettie Burbrink, Kevin Kidd, Mark & Jan Buss, Ken & Sharon Dettmer, Keith & Amy Mensendiek, Linda Schroer, Jean Voelker, and Lindsey Von Fange.

 

"A SPECIAL THANK-YOU to everyone who donated and/or joined us for the Phil's Friends Walk last Saturday.  Together we raised over $1500, which willhelp support Phil's mission of Christ-centered support for cancer patients.  Also, thank you for replenishing items that I use here to fill care packages for our community.  God Bless!" - Janet Morey

 

REDS/METS BASEBALL GAME: A sign-up sheet has been posted on the bulletin board in the front hall of school for those persons who would like to purchase  tickets for the September 7 baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Mets at Cincinnati.  Ticket price is $22.50/person.  Questions???  Contact Michelle  Barnett (342-3780 or 390-7610).  Persons who order tickets are asked to pay for them immediately (checks payable to White Creek Lutheran School) as this has been charged to our school’s credit card.

 

THE CONGREGATION IS INVITED to the wedding of Ryan Hoene & Alexa Carnahan here at St. John's next Saturday, May 17, at 4:30 PM.  The reception is immediately following in the Pavilion Building at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds.

 

THE CONGREGATION IS INVITED to an Ice Cream Social at White Creek Acres next Sunday from 12:00-4:00 PM.  The Old Guitar Band will be playing from 1:00-3:00 PM.  The Bartells family would like to thank everyone for their support of White Creek Acres, so bring your lawn chairs and come out for ice cream and plenty of visiting!

 

WHITE CREEK United Methodist Church will be having its annual pancake breakfast next Saturday, May 17, from 8:00-10:30 AM at the church.  A free-will offering will be received, and carry-outs will be available.  Proceeds will go toward church improvements and United Methodist Women projects.  Everyone invited.