September 21 Weekly News

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

 

OCTOBER CALENDAR AND NEWS ITEMS need to be given to Becky by TOMORROW.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE will not meet this month.

 

MANY THANKS TO ALL who donated to/helped with last night's Smorgasbord and Bazaar.  Everyone's efforts are truly appreciated!  Dishes may be picked up in the school cafeteria TODAY.

 

DEPOSITS OF $129.00, $121.00, and $1,349.00 have been made to the church, school, and Foundation accounts on behalf of Thrivent Financial's Thrivent Choice Program by the directed Choice Dollars of the following:  Jan Buss, Dean & Clara Claycamp, Kay Clow, Donna Dettmer, David Manley, Abby Schroer, and Lindsey Von Fange.

 

PERSONS ARE REMINDED that their 2014 pledge to our "Arise and Build" building program is due by October 31.  Pledge envelopes are available in the narthex.

 

CROSSLIFE MINISTRIES AUXILIARY will meet tomorrow evening at 7 PM at Zion Lutheran Church.  Members from Borchers Lutheran Church will also host the meeting.  Final plans for the Fall Luncheon and Bake Sale to be held on Friday, October 17, at Immanuel Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall will be discussed.  All are invited to enjoy the evening of fellowship and become more familiar with the ministry to individuals, marriages, and families throughout Jackson and Bartholomew counties.

 

OPERATION UKRAINE, headquartered in Columbus, Mississippi, is gathering winter clothing to help more than 300,000 homeless people of the Ukraine face life in the cold northern country.  They have requested 6 or more semi trailer loads of winter clothing.  Clothing items needed are men's, women's, and children's winter coats and sweaters, caps, scarves, gloves, pants, long-sleeved shirts, shoes and boots, socks, blankets, and quilts.  (No summer clothes, please)  Items may be bought to the Orphan Grain Train Warehouse at Azalia.  Persons may call the warehouse at 812-579-6884 for more information.  A collection box is in the front hall of school to receive items.  Please have your winter items in by Friday, October 3. 

 

ITALIAN DINNER:  The students and parents of St. Peter, Waymansville, Sprouts Preschool will be sponsoring an Italian Dinner this Friday, September 26, from 5:00-8:00 PM at St. Peter fellowship hall.  Proceeds will go to the Sprouts Scholarship Fund.  Everyone invited.

 

TRINITY OPEN HOUSE: Trinity Lutheran High School invites students and their families to an open house this Saturday, September 27, from 8:00-10:00 AM.  All seventh and eighth grade students in attendance will receive a $75 voucher that helps cover            registration costs at Trinity for the 2015-2016 school year.  Please enter through the gymnasium.

 

TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: Students in the  drama and music departments of Trinity will present Annie Thursday-Sunday, November 13-16.  Tickets will go on sale - $10/person - beginning October 1.  Contact the Trinity office at 812-524-8547.

 

CAMP LAKEVIEW will hold its annual Women's Retreat October 10-12.  The keynote speaker will be Jan Struck.  Come for a peaceful weekend of renewal through Christian fellowship, God's Word, and relaxation.  Also featured will be guest sectional leaders, recreation, crafts, a banquet, and more.  Cost is $85/person - $45 for commuters.  Call the camp office (812-342-4815) for reservations.

 

DINNER AUCTION:  "Growing in Christ" - That is the theme for the 10th Annual Camp Lakeview Dinner Auction that will be held Saturday, November 22, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  Tickets are $60 per person or $500 for a table of 10 if purchased before October 1.  Gather a group of friends and enjoy a fun-filled evening and be a part of the amazing growth the camp has seen over the last year.  All proceeds benefit God's work being done at Lakeview Ministries.  For more information, contact the camp office at 812-342-4815.

September 14 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Kim Ross, Chris Newkirk, Joanie Otte, and Mindy Setser and their families in thanksgiving and celebration of the 50th wedding anniversary of Dennis & Joyce Meyer this coming Friday, September 19.  May God grant you many more happy years together, Dennis & Joyce!

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASS will begin TODAY after worship.  In preparation to celebrate our 175th anniversary in 2015, the Adult Bible Class will have a 7-week DVD course on the history of the Missouri Synod.  Come learn about our Lutheran heritage and commitment to being a Christ-centered and Bible-based denomination.  Join us in marveling at the courage of our forefathers and the abundant grace that God has given to our Synod!

 

SMORGASBORD/BAZAAR:  Our Annual Smorgasbord/Bazaar is coming up this Saturday evening, beginning at 4:30 PM.  Workers are still needed for Saturday morning, afternoon, and evening, and the following donations are still needed: 8 salads, 8 desserts, 2-10 lbs. of potatoes, peeled and cut up, 2 large cans of green beans, 4 gallons of sweet corn, and some tomatoes.  Don't forget that the "Second Time Around" table will again be featured at the Bazaar for good used items (no clothes, please), so keep that in mind when cleaning out those closets and drawers!

 

SENIOR LEAGUE will gather next Sunday evening at 5:30 PM at Bob Evans Restaurant for supper and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

DEPOSITS OF $129.00 and $121.00 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:  Jan Buss, Dean & Clara Claycamp, Kay Clow, Abby Schroer, and Lindsey Von Fange.

 

CROSSLIFE MINISTRIES AUXILIARY will meet Monday, September 22, beginning at 7 PM at Zion Lutheran Church.  Members from Borchers Lutheran Church will also host the meeting.  Final plans for the Fall Luncheon and Bake Sale to be held on Friday, October 17, at Immanuel Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall will be discussed.  All are invited to enjoy the evening of fellowship and become more familiar with the ministry to individuals, marriages, and families throughout Jackson and Bartholomew counties.

 

ITALIAN DINNER:  The students and parents of St. Peter, Waymansville, Sprouts Preschool will be sponsoring an Italian Dinner on Friday, September 26, from 5:00-8:00 PM at St. Peter fellowship hall.  Proceeds will go to the Sprouts Scholarship Fund.  Everyone invited.

 

DINNER AUCTION:  "Growing in Christ" - That is the theme for the 10th Annual Camp Lakeview Dinner Auction that will be held Saturday, November 22, at the Clarion Hotel Crystal Ballroom in Columbus.  Tickets are $60 per person or $500 for a table of 10 if purchased before October 1.  Gather a group of friends and enjoy a fun-filled evening and be a part of the amazing growth the camp has seen over the last year.  All proceeds benefit God's work being done at Lakeview Ministries.  For more information, contact the camp office at 812-342-4815.

 

WALK FOR LIFE 2014:  The Pregnancy Care Center's 2014 Walk for Life, Be a Voice for the Voiceless, will be held next Saturday, September 20.  Registration begins at 9:30 AM, followed by the Walk at 10:30 AM.  Check in the church office if you would like to walk or make a donation to those walking.

 

CAMP LAKEVIEW will hold its annual Women's Retreat October 10-12.  The keynote speaker will be Jan Struck.  Come for a peaceful weekend of renewal through Christian fellowship, God's Word, and relaxation.  Also featured will be guest sectional leaders, recreation, crafts, a banquet, and more.  Cost is $85/person - $45 for commuters.  Call the camp office (812-342-4815) for reservations.

 

OPERATION UKRAINE, headquartered in Columbus, Mississippi, is gathering winter clothing to help more than 300,000 homeless people of the Ukraine face life in the cold northern country.  They have requested 6 or more semi trailer loads of winter clothing.  Clothing items needed are men's, women's, and children's winter coats and sweaters, caps, scarves, gloves, pants, long-sleeved shirts, shoes and boots, socks, blankets, and quilts.  (No summer clothes, please)  Items may be bought to the Orphan Grain Train Warehouse at Azalia.  Persons may call the warehouse at 812-579-6884 for more information.  The first shipment will be sent out on September 19.

Behrman Funeral

Mildred Behrman went home to the Lord last night. Visitation will be held at Voss funeral home on Thursday (9/11) from 4-8PM. The funeral will be at St. John's on Friday at 10AM with visitation beginning at 9AM.

September 7 Weekly News

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND BIBLE CLASS will begin next Sunday, September 14, after worship.  In preparation to celebrate our 175th anniversary in 2015, the Adult Bible Class will have a 7-week DVD course on the history of the Missouri Synod.  Come learn about our Lutheran heritage and commitment to being a Christ-centered and Bible-based denomination.  Join us in marveling at the courage of our forefathers and the abundant grace that God has given to our Synod!

 

THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE will meet tomorrow evening at 7 PM.

 

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

 

PASTOR COOK will begin an adult Confirmation class this Wednesday evening after worship (7:30).  Anyone interested in learning and/or reviewing Luther's small catechism as a member or potential member of our church is welcome to attend.  This will be about a six-week course.  Please contact the church office if interested in attending.

 

SMORGASBORD/BAZAAR:  Our Annual Smorgasbord/Bazaar is less than 2 weeks away!  If you have not yet signed up to help and/or donate, see Annette Purdue.  A "Second Time Around" table will again be featured at the Bazaar for good used items (no clothes, please), so keep that in mind when cleaning out those closets and drawers!

 

WELCOME TO Roger, Colleen, Chase, Brayden, Cody, Alex, and Miley Hughes as they have joined us in church membership.  Offer them your hand in friendship and welcome them into our White Creek family!

 

"DEAR PASTOR COOK AND ST. JOHN'S CONGREGATION:  Thank you very much for the privilege to join you in an historic afternoon of hymn singing to celebrate the installation and restoration of your pipe organ.  I enjoy participating in such history, and I thank you for the opportunity to do so on Sunday, August 10." - Sincerely, John W. Matthews, Jr., Director of Music and Organist, Grace Lutheran Church, Columbus

 

STUDENTS IN GRADES K-5 are invited to TREATS (Teaching faith, Reaching out to the community, Eating with others, Abiding in Christ, Tilling human soil) at St. Paul's, Borchers.  TREATS is held every month on the second Wednesday from 4:15-6:30 PM and includes designated times for homework, Bible stories, crafts, snacks, games, and much more.  There will be a free-will offering meal at the end of each event.  Contact Becky in the church office for more information and an enrollment form.

 

WALK FOR LIFE 2014:  The Pregnancy Care Center's 2014 Walk for Life, Be a Voice for the Voiceless, will be held on Saturday, September 20.  Registration begins at 9:30 AM, followed by the Walk at 10:30 AM.  Check in the church office if you would like to walk or make a donation to those walking.

 

THE PREGNANCY CARE CENTER will be offering a Ministry Orientation Night on Monday, September 22, from 6-9 PM for anyone interested in volunteering within their ministry.  The PCC staff will present the history and vision of the PCC, an overview of each area of ministry to become involved with, and a section on post-modern thinking and how the culture affects who they minister to.  A light snack will be provided.  Training will then continue the following week from 8:30 AM-12:00 PM each day, Monday, September 29-Thursday, October 2.  Questions may be directed to Christy Shaw, Volunteer Coordinator, at 812-371-9390.

 

CAMP LAKEVIEW will hold its annual Women's Retreat October 10-12.  The keynote speaker will be Jan Struck.  Come for a peaceful weekend of renewal through Christian fellowship, God's Word, and relaxation.  Also featured will be guest sectional leaders, recreation, crafts, a banquet, and more.  Cost is $85/person - $45 for commuters.  Call the camp office (812-342-4815) for reservations.

 

ATTENTION: ALL SEAMSTRESSES:  Trinity Lutheran High School will be presenting Annie for their fall musical.  They are in need of volunteers to help sew a variety of costumes.  If you know how to sew and can donate your time, Trinity will provide the material, measurements, and an opportunity to be part of an exciting production.  Please call Trinity (524-8547) or Head Seamstress Cindy Claycamp (812-216-2225) if you would like to help.  Thanks in advance for using your gifts and talents to serve Trinity's music and drama students!

Kristie needs our prayers

Please take time throughout your day to pray for Kristie Wessel. Kristie is awaiting confirmation of a sepsis diagnosis, which is VERY serious on top of the other infections that she has as well as the compromised immune system.

Psalm 121

"I lift up my eyes to the hills, from where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. He will not let your foot be moved; he who keeps you will not slumber."

Girls on the Run

Girls on the Run starting at White Creek Lutheran School!!

WE INSPIRE GIRLS TO BE JOYFUL, HEALTHY AND CONFIDENT USING A FUN, EXPERIENCE-BASED CURRICULUM WHICH CREATIVELY INTEGRATES RUNNING.     

                                      

Girls on the Run is a transformational physical activity based positive youth development program for girls in 3^rd-8^th grade. We teach life skills through dynamic interactive lessons and running games. The program culminates with the girls being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5k running event. The goal of the program is to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness.

MISSION

We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.

VISION

We envision a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.                                                                                                                             

OUR CORE VALUES

Recognize our power and responsibility to be intentional in our decision making

Embrace our differences and find strength in our connectedness

Express joy, optimism and gratitude through our words, thoughts and actions

Nurture our physical, emotional and spiritual health

Lead with an open heart and assume positive intent

Stand up for ourselves and others

FALL 2014 SEASON

Fall Season begins September 16th on Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4:15 at White Creek Lutheran School. Questions? Contact Crista Burbrink 812-216-1982

2014 Fall Season  Locations - Cost is $40 per girl - girls receive a running journal, water bottle, tshirt, and entry to the 5k.  

No practice during Fall Break.  The girls will participate in the Foundation For Youth 5k on Nov. 15th at 3:00 p.m.  

August 31 Weekly News

THE SEPTEMBER CALENDAR AND NEWS will be available from the ushers after today's worship.

 

THRIVENT MEMBERS:  We will have a BRIEF meeting in the back rows of church TODAY to update everyone on how the Thrivent Choice funds have been put to use for the school and the church and to gather member input for use of these funds as we move forward.  Please plan to attend.  Thank you!

 

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

 

THE CHURCH OFFICE will be closed tomorrow in observance of the Labor Day holiday. 

 

LADIES BIBLE STUDIES:  Jean Jack will be hosting a 9 session Bible study, Golden Fruit, for ladies on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 PM in the Fellowship Room, beginning this Wednesday, September 3.  Contact her at jjack@whitecreek.org or 714-768-5731 for more information.  A dinner salad will be served to nourish the body as we study God's Word to nourish the soul.  Emily Cook will lead the Women's Bible Study on the Book of Acts on Wednesday afternoons, 3:30-5:00 PM at the parsonage, also beginning this Wednesday, September 3.  Babysitting will be provided.  Contact Emily at 812-447-8693 to enroll.                                            

 

SMORGASBORD/BAZAAR:  Our Annual Smorgasbord/Bazaar is coming up on Saturday, September 20.  Sign-up sheets for help and donations will be available after worship today in the narthex.    A "Second Time Around" table will again be featured at the Bazaar for good used items (no clothes, please), so keep that in mind when cleaning out those closets and drawers!

 

A CARD SHOWER will be held this week for Harold & Harriett Meyer in celebration of Harold's 87th birthday this Tuesday and Harold & Harriett's 64th anniversary this Wednesday. 

 

ADDRESS UPDATE:  Mildred Behrman has moved into the Lutheran Home.  Cards may be sent to her at 1428 Gaiser Dr., Seymour, IN  47274.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Paul & Amy Blomenberg on the birth of their son, JAMES LAWRENCE.  James arrived weighing 9 lbs. 1 oz.  Everyone is doing fine - Paul & Amy reside in Denver, Colorado.

 

175TH ANNIVERSARY:  The anniversary committee is working on putting together a 2015 calendar that would include historical information as well as photographs over the years.  If you have old pictures we could borrow to look at, please put them in an envelope with your name on it and give it to Becky in the office or Mary Anne Schneider.  The pictures may also be used in our new church directory that we will be doing in December.  Pictures will be returned to you.

 

CHURCH PICTURES/DIRECTORY:  We will be doing church pictures and putting out a new church directory in celebrating our 175th Anniversary in 2015.  The following is a timeline listing when this will be taking place:  Pictures will be taken on December 11, 12, and 13 and December 18, 19,  and 20.  We will be having sign-ups for appointments on October 26, November 2, 9 and 16 after church.  We are planning on having the directory completed by early spring 2015.

 

MUM SALE:  Our school is currently sponsoring its annual fall mum sale.  Eight-inch mums ($6.00) and fourteen-inch mums ($22.00) in various colors are available.  Order forms are available in the narthex or persons may order from any WCLS student (or email Becky).  Orders with payments need to be turned in to the school office by this Wednesday, September 3.  Proceeds from the sale go to the Childrens ' Fund to help cover special activities.

 

THE PREGNANCY CARE CENTER will be offering a Ministry Orientation Night on Monday, September 22, from 6-9 PM for anyone interested in volunteering within their ministry.  The PCC staff will present the history and vision of the PCC, an overview of each area of ministry to become involved with, and a section on post-modern thinking and how the culture affects who they minister to.  A light snack will be provided.  Training will then continue the following week from 8:30 AM-12:00 PM each day, Monday, September 29-Thursday, October 2.  Questions may be directed to Christy Shaw, Volunteer Coordinator, at 812-371-9390.