June 2 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given by Ken & Kyra Bode in thanksgiving and celebration of their 25th wedding anniversary June 10.  May God grant you many more happy years together, Ken & Kyra!

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, "River of Life-Part 2," will be held this Tuesday-Thursday, June 4-6, from 6:00-8:15 PM each evening.  Helpers are still needed for various capacities - see Pastor Cook or contact Becky in the church office if you would be able to help!

 

OPEN HOUSE:  Camp Lakeview's Annual Open House is TODAY.  Worship will begin at 11:00 AM at the outdoor amphitheater with guest speaker Rev. Brad Hubbard from St. Mark Lutheran, Battle Creek, MI.  If you can't make it to worship, join us for a delicious FREE picnic lunch starting at 12:00, then stick around for afternoon activities such as horseback riding, zip-line, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and tours of the new Lakeview Village expansion.  What a great time for the whole family!  Everyone is welcome!

 

COOKIE FELLOWSHIP:  We will have a Cookie Fellowship time after worship next Sunday to celebrate the end of Sunday School and Vacation Bible School.  If you would be willing to donate several dozen cookies, please contact Becky in the church office.

 

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to help weed, water, etc. flowers on the church/school grounds this summer.  If you would be willing to help out a couple of weeks, please contact Ruth Schlehuser or Travis Eckelman.

 

 

DVDs AVAILABLE:  DVDs of our recent school musical, "A Tale of Three Trees," are now available for purchase for $5 each.  See Becky in the church office if you would like to purchase one.  If you did not get to see the musical, don't miss this opportunity to enjoy this wonderful presentation by our talented students!

 

BRICKS:  Orders are now being taken for any new bricks to be laid around the church or in the memory garden.  Cost is $100 per brick.  Please contact Ernie & Donna Dettmer or Larry & Janice Claycamp if you would like to order.  Orders will be taken anytime through Labor Day.

 

AN LWML INGATHERING will be held at the National LWML Convention June 26 in Pittsburgh including the following items:  all sizes of quilts/blankets, wipes and disposable wipes; babies' kits (receiving blankets, preemie/newborn sleepers, onesies, outfits, and Christian storybook); men's kits (boxers, L-XXXL, t-shirts, L-XXXL, socks, Christian tract or Bible verse); bath kits (towel and washcloth, full size toothpaste and toothbrush, deodorant, bar soap, Christian tract or Bible verse); devotional kits (Bible-NIV or ESV, devotional, journal and pen).  A box is in our narthex to receive items.  Please have all items in by June 23.

 

PARENTS OF WCLS STUDENTS are reminded that report cards may be picked up this Tuesday, June 4, from 8:30-11:00 AM or 5:30-6:30 PM.

 

GOLF SCRAMBLE:  The Trinity Lutheran High School Golf Scramble will be held Friday, June 14, at Shadowood Golf Course.  If interested in playing, or if you have a foursome, please call 812-524-8547.

May 26 Weekly News

TODAY IS TRINITY SUNDAY, and we observe it by saying the Athanasian Creed during our worship.  "The Athanasian Creed declares that its teaching concerning the Holy Trinity and our Lord's incarnation are "the catholic faith."  In other words, this is what the true Church of all times and all places has confessed.  More than fifteen centuries later, the Church continues to confess this truth, confident that the triune God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, has given Himself for our salvation."  (LSB, p. 319)

 

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given in thanksgiving and celebration of the 55th wedding anniversary of Delbert & Alberta Tormoehlen on June 1 by their daughters, Joan Peters, Nancy Crockett, and Linda Blanford and their husbands and children.  May God grant them many more happy years together!

 

TODAY WE REJOICE WITH Dan & Jeanne Lienhoop as they bring their son, SAWYER DANIEL, to be baptized.  Sawyer's sponsors are his aunts and uncles, Derek & Kristie Wessel and Josh & Liana Lienhoop.  God's blessings to you, Sawyer!

 

TODAY WE ARE OBSERVING Armed Forces Sunday.  Please note the insert included with your bulletin.

 

PLEASE KEEP OUR church and school in your prayers as we await the proposals from the various construction companies.

                         

JUNE CALENDAR AND NEWS will be available from the ushers after today's service.

 

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

 

EVERYONE IS INVITED TO the graduation service for our 8th graders this Thursday, May 30, at 7:00 PM.  Mrs. Emily Cook will be the guest speaker, and Abigail Anderson, valedictorian, and Nicholas Mensendiek, salutatorian, will be giving their presentations.  A reception and awards presentation will be held in the gym following the service.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, "River of Life-Part 2," will be held Tuesday-Thursday, June 4-6, from 6:00-8:15 PM each evening.  Registration forms are available in the narthex and need to be returned by TODAY.  Helpers are needed for various capacities - see Pastor Cook or contact Becky in the church office if you would be able to help!

 

OPEN HOUSE: Summertime is time for CAMP!  You are invited to Camp Lakeview's Annual Open House next Sunday, June 2.  Opening worship will begin at 11:00 AM with guest speaker Rev. Brad Hubbard from St. Mark Lutheran, Battle Creek, MI.  The service will be followed by a delicious picnic lunch and other afternoon activities including tours of the new Lakeview Village Lodge and campsite, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, zip-line, swimming, miniature golf, and more.  Come on out and see all the new exciting things growing up at camp.  Everyone is welcome!  For directions or more information, call the camp at 812-342-4815 or visit the website at camplakeview.com.

 

DVDs AVAILABLE:  DVDs of our recent school musical, "A Tale of Three Trees," is now available for purchase for $5 each.  See Mrs. Vandercar in the narthex today after worship if you would like to purchase one.  If you did not get to see the musical, don't miss this opportunity to enjoy this wonderful presentation by our talented students!

 

THE CONGREGATION IS INVITED to the wedding of Emily Hudson and Joseph Scrougham on Saturday, June 8, at St. Paul's Clifty at 4:30 PM and the reception immediately following at the Bartholomew County Fairgrounds Pavilion.

 

BORCHERS PRESCHOOL is now accepting enrollment for the 2013-2014 school year.  Children must be 4 by August 1 to be in the Sunbeam Class, 3 by August 1 for the Rainbow Class, and 2 by August 1 for the Raindrop Class.  Call the St. Paul, Borchers, church office at 812-522-7364 for information or an enrollment form.

May 19 Weekly News

TODAY WE OBSERVE Pentecost, the day the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples in the form of tongues of fire.  Pentecost comes from the Greek word, pentekostos,  which means fifty (in this case fifty days after Easter).

 

TODAY IS the last day of Sunday School and Bible Class for the summer.  Classes will begin again the Sunday after Labor Day, September 8.  Many thanks to Matt Riley, superintendent, and all the teachers and helpers for their time and dedication!

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS will TODAY after Sunday School and Bible Class.

 

PARISH HALL TOUR:  St. Paul's, Jonesville, has invited us to come and tour their new Parish Hall TODAY at 11:30 AM.  All interested persons invited.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet at the IHOP restaurant at West Hill THIS EVENING at 5:30 PM for supper and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

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

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their workday/meeting this Wednesday, May 22, beginning at 9 AM.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, "River of Life-Part 2," will be held Tuesday-Thursday, June 4-6, from 6:00-8:15 PM each evening.  Registration forms are available in the narthex and need to be returned by next Sunday, May 26.  Helpers are needed for various capacities - see Pastor Cook or contact Becky in the church office if you would be able to help!

 

THE PHIL'S FRIENDS WALK was a huge success!  The White Creek walk raised $4,150 that will go directly to Phil's Friends to help fund their mission of "Providing Christ-centered support and hope to those afflicted with cancer."  A special thanks to those who walked, donated, and helped make this possible!  What a blessing that this congregation gave so generously to share the love of Christ to those in need!

 

OPEN HOUSE: Summertime is time for CAMP!  You are invited to Camp Lakeview's Annual Open House on Sunday, June 2.  Opening worship will begin at 11:00 AM with guest speaker Rev. Brad Hubbard from St. Mark Lutheran, Battle Creek, MI.  The service will be followed by a delicious picnic lunch and other afternoon activities including tours of the new Lakeview Village Lodge and campsite, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, zip-line, swimming, miniature golf, and more.  Come on out and see all the new exciting things growing up at camp.  Everyone is welcome!  For directions or more information, call the camp at 812-342-4815 or visit the website at camplakeview.com.

 

VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL NEEDED to help with our pipe organ restoration.  Work begins around 9:00 AM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at Janeen Blomenberg's garage.  Lots of help is needed and appreciated!

 

IF ANYONE HAS (or knows of someone who has) any pictures of the original pipe organ that was in our church in the 1940s, please bring them in to the church office.

 

"MANY THANKS to all for the prayers, cards, and phone calls given for me as I recuperated from my recent surgery.  It sure helps to make one feel better knowing that the church families are thinking of you at this time.  Thanks to Pastor Cook for the comfort he gave me.  All of your kindnesses are certainly appreciated!" - Jane Hoffman

 

"MEMBERS OF ST. JOHN'S:  A heartfelt thank-you for all the cards and words of congratulations, gift cards, gifts, donations in my name, Kindle and generous Amazon.com gift card (I am very excited about learning to use my Kindle!), neat tree picture, and beautiful quilt.  My words are so inadequate to express how grateful I am for the wonderful retirement celebration and reception you gave me.  I thank my God every time I remember you. Phil. 1:3" -  In Christ, Mrs. Kay Clow

May 12 Weekly News

NEXT SUNDAY, May 19, will be the last day of Sunday School and Bible Class for the summer.  Classes will begin again the Sunday after Labor Day, September 8.

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS will meet next Sunday, May 19, after Sunday School and Bible Class.

 

PARISH HALL TOUR:  St. Paul's, Jonesville, has invited us to come and tour their new Parish Hall next Sunday, May 19, at 11:30 AM.  All interested persons invited.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will meet at the IHOP restaurant at West Hill next Sunday evening, May 19, at 5:30 PM for supper and will then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.

 

FISH FRY/SILENT AUCTION:  The Relay for Life Team Kristie's Krew will again be sponsoring a fish fry (free-will donation) and silent auction to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.  This event will be held on Friday, May 17, at the Hope Moravian Church from 4:00-8:00 PM.  Dessert donations (preferably doesn't need to be refrigerated) and silent auction donations are needed.  Call or text Kristie Wessel at 812-350-2047 to make arrangements to pick up any donations.  Everyone invited to come out and support this worthy cause!

 

AN LWML INGATHERING will be held at the National LWML Convention June 26 in Pittsburgh including the following items:  all sizes of quilts/blankets, wipes and disposable wipes; babies' kits (receiving blankets, preemie/newborn sleepers, onesies, outfits, and Christian storybook); men's kits (boxers, L-XXXL, t-shirts, L-XXXL, socks, Christian tract or Bible verse); bath kits (towel and washcloth, full size toothpaste and toothbrush, deodorant, bar soap, Christian tract or Bible verse); devotional kits (Bible-NIV or ESV, devotional, journal and pen).  A box will be in our narthex to receive items.

 

OPEN HOUSE: Summertime is time for CAMP!  You are invited to Camp Lakeview's Annual Open House on Sunday, June 2.  Opening worship will begin at 11:00 AM with guest speaker Rev. Brad Hubbard from St. Mark Lutheran, Battle Creek, MI.  The service will be followed by a delicious picnic lunch and other afternoon activities including tours of the new Lakeview Village Lodge and campsite, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, zip-line, swimming, miniature golf, and more.  Come on out and see all the new exciting things growing up at camp.  Everyone is welcome!  For directions or more information, call the camp at 812-342-4815 or visit the website at camplakeview.com.

 

VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL NEEDED to help with our pipe organ restoration.  Work begins around 9:00 AM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at Janeen Blomenberg's garage.  Lots of help is needed and appreciated!

 

IF ANYONE HAS (or knows of someone who has) any pictures of the original pipe organ that was in our church in the 1940s, please bring them in to the church office.

 

AN ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE is still going on today.  A trailer is parked on the south side of the church to receive items.  This project is sponsored by our school's WCA.  Thanks for your support!

 

MANY THANKS TO all those who came out and helped clean up the flower beds on the church and school grounds.  What an improvement!

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Dan & Jeanne Lienhoop on the birth of their son, SAWYER DANIEL, this past Tuesday, May 7.  Sawyer arrived weighing 7 lbs. 14 ozs. and measuring 20 inches.  Everyone is doing fine.  God's blessings to them!

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO Whitney Vandercar and Jael (Buss) Sylva as they have received their Masters Degrees from Ball State last Saturday, May 4, and to Danette Mensendiek as she received her RN degree from Ivy Tech yesterday.  God's blessings to them!

May 5 Weekly News

A SPECIAL WELCOME TO Mrs. Clow and her family as we celebrate her upcoming retirement with a reception in our school gym TODAY after worship.  Come and greet Mrs. Clow and her family - light refreshments will be served.

   

PHIL'S FRIENDS CARDS:  Those helping with Phil's Friends cards will begin meet at 6:00 PM this evening.  If you would like to bring a white t-shirt, we will be tie-dyeing shirts for the Phil's Friends Walk next Saturday, May 11.  All those walking are welcome - just bring your own t-shirt!

 

THE YOUTH GROUPS will meet this evening at 7:00 PM.

 

GUILD MEMBERS are reminded to meet this Thursday, May 9, at 5:15 PM at Johnny Carino's  restaurant for their supper meeting.

 

PHIL'S FRIENDS WALK FOR HOPE: White Creek will join with the Phil's Friends Walk for Hope (Chicago) next Saturday, May 11, to raise funds to allow Phil's Friends to continue to bring hope to those who are affected by cancer.  Opening ceremonies acknowledging those with cancer, survivors, and those we miss will begin at 10:45 AM, with the Walk beginning at 11:00 AM.  To register, contact Janet Morey at 812-350-6238 or go online to www.philsfriends.org.  Pledge sheets are available in the narthex and the church office or persons may donate online.  If you would like to make a donation, please make payable to Phil's Friends and give to Janet Morey.  Our parish nurse, Amberly Hoffman, will be offering free blood pressure checks at this walk.

 

TRINITY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL will host an Honor's Convocation this Wednesday, May 8, at 7:00 PM.  Everyone is invited to attend to help celebrate the gifts and awards the students have earned throughout the year!

 

AN LWML INGATHERING will be held at the National LWML Convention June 26 in Pittsburgh including the following items:  all sizes of quilts/blankets, wipes and disposable wipes; babies' kits (receiving blankets, preemie/newborn sleepers, onesies, outfits, and Christian storybook); men's kits (boxers, L-XXXL, t-shirts, L-XXXL, socks, Christian tract or Bible verse); bath kits (towel and washcloth, full size toothpaste and toothbrush, deodorant, bar soap, Christian tract or Bible verse); devotional kits (Bible-NIV or ESV, devotional, journal and pen).  A box will be in our narthex to receive items.

 

OPEN HOUSE: Summertime is time for CAMP!  You are invited to Camp Lakeview's Annual Open House on Sunday, June 2.  Opening worship will begin at 11:00 AM with guest speaker Rev. Brad Hubbard from St. Mark Lutheran, Battle Creek, MI.  The service will be followed by a delicious picnic lunch and other afternoon activities including tours of the new Lakeview Village Lodge and campsite, canoeing, kayaking, horseback riding, zip-line, swimming, miniature golf, and more.  Come on out and see all the new exciting things growing up at camp.  Everyone is welcome!  For directions or more information, call the camp at 812-342-4815 or visit the website at camplakeview.com.

 

VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL NEEDED to help with our pipe organ restoration.  Work begins around 9:00 AM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at Janeen Blomenberg's garage.  Lots of help is needed and appreciated!

 

PARISH HALL TOUR:  St. Paul's, Jonesville, has invited us to come and tour their new Parish Hall on Sunday, May 19, at 11:30 AM.  All interested persons invited.

 

FROM OUR GENERAL FUND TREASURER:  As of May 15, we will have to start borrowing from our savings to meet our obligations.  We have already used our 2013 portion of health savings to meet our April needs. - Mark Buss

 

AN ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE will be held this Friday-Sunday, May 10-12.  A trailer will be parked on the south side of the church to receive items.  This project is sponsored by our school's WCA.

April 21 Weekly News

TODAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS have been given in loving memory of Alan Schlehuser in remembrance of his 24th birthday this past Thursday, April 18, by Terry, Ruth, and Betsy Schlehuser.

 

A SPECIAL VOTERS' MEETING will be held after worship TODAY.  All members are asked to attend this meeting as decisions will be made regarding the direction our congregation will take in making accommodations for our increasing school enrollment.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will gather for supper THIS EVENING at 5:30 PM at Bob Evans Restaurant, West Hill, and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Guests are always welcome to join them!

 

THE JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH will meet THIS EVENING at 7:00 PM.  Those helping with Phil's Friends cards will begin that at 6:00 PM.

 

PASTOR COOK will begin an adult confirmation class on Wednesday, May 1, after the 7:00 service.  Please contact him or Becky in the church office if you know of someone who might be interested in enrolling.

 

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

 

LADIES AID MEMBERS are reminded of their workday/meeting this Wednesday, April 24. at 9:00 AM.  Mite boxes will be collected.

 

 

THE LWML SPRING RALLY will be held on Saturday, May 4, from 8:30 AM - noon at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Martinsville.  The program topic is "Your Hymnal-Your Prayer Book" by Doris & Dr. Petersen.  A zone registration donation of $5 will be collected at the time of registration.  All ladies invited.

 

PHIL'S FRIENDS WALK FOR HOPE: White Creek will join with the Phil's Friends Walk for Hope (Chicago) on Saturday, May 11, to raise funds to allow Phil's Friends to continue to bring hope to those who are affected by cancer.  Our Walk will begin here at 11:00 AM.  To register, contact Janet Morey at 812-350-6238 or go online to www.philsfriends.org and join Janet Morey's team, the Kristie's Krew team, or make your own team.  Pledge sheets are available in the narthex and the church office or persons may donate online.  Our parish nurse, Amberly Hoffman, will be offering free blood pressure checks at this walk.

 

OUR PARISH NURSE,  Amberly Hoffman, would like to start a walking group here at St. John's on Wednesday evenings (late afternoon/early evening before church). Contact Amberly at amhoffman07@hotmail.com for questions or to let her know you are interested.  Watch for more details.....

 

"MANY THANKS TO all for the prayers, cards, and phone calls given for me as I recuperated from my recent surgery.  Your kindnesses were such encouragement to me!  A special thanks to the Guild for the care basket-what a blessing to be remembered by my church family!" - Nancy Dyer

 

ANNIVERSARY CARD SHOWER: Delores (Dee Enzinger) & Glen Nierman will be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary next Sunday, April 28.  Congratulations may be sent to them at 4918 South  125 East., Brownstown, IN  47220.

 

REDS/CARDINALS 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 August 4 baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the St. Louis Cardinals at Cincinnati.  Seventy-five tickets are available-first come, first serve.  Ticket price is $22.50/person.  Deadline to order is Sunday, April 28.  Questions???  Contact Michelle Barnett at 342-3780 or 390-7610.

 

GOLF SCRAMBLE:  The Youth Group (W.H.A.M.) of St. Peter Lutheran Church, Waymansville, will be sponsoring its 4th annual Golf Scramble on Saturday, May 4, at Hickory Hills Golf Course, Brownstown,  Registration begins at 8:00 AM, with the tourney starting at 9:00 AM.  Cost is $40/person, which includes 18 holes of golf, cart, food, and drink.  Teams are asked to contact Adam at 812-498-3056 or AJ at 812-498-0580.

April 14 Weekly News

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS are reminded of their meeting TODAY after Bible Class and Sunday School.

 

THE LWML MITE BOX is in the narthex to receive mites for missions this month.  Extra boxes are also available for your home collections.

 

A SPECIAL VOTERS' MEETING will be held after worship next Sunday, April 21.  All members are asked to attend this meeting as decisions will be made regarding the direction our congregation will take in accommodating our increasing school enrollment.

 

SENIOR LEAGUE MEMBERS will gather for supper next Sunday evening, April 21, at 5:30 PM at Bob Evans Restaurant, West Hill, and then return to the Fellowship Room for their monthly meeting and socializing.  Guests are always welcome to join them!

 

THE JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH will meet next Sunday, April 21, at 7:00 PM.  Those helping with Phil's Friends cards will begin that at 6:00 PM.

 

PASTOR COOK will begin an adult confirmation class on Wednesday, May 1, after the 7:00 service.  Please contact him or Becky in the church office if you know of someone who might be interested in enrolling.

 

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to help with our pipe organ refurbishing.  Work will be done this week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with Thursday being a longer day for those who could work longer.  See the sign-up sheet in the narthex today.

 

MANY THANKS TO those who gave a memorial to the school in memory of Pastor Brandt.  To date, a total of $2512.00 has been received.  Members of St. John's will have this included on their year-end offering statement.

 

A SPECIAL THANKS TO everyone who donated items for Phil's Friends care packages.  Enough items were collected to fill 5 care packages (plus a little more!).  These will be distributed to those afflicted by cancer in our area (which saves cost of shipping and distributing from Chicago).  As we have witnessed in our congregation, the love and support given in time of need can have a huge impact in our lives and those in need.

 

THE LWML SPRING RALLY will be held on Saturday, May 4, from 8:30 AM - noon at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Martinsville.  The program topic is "Your Hymnal-Your Prayer Book" by Doris & Dr. Petersen.  A zone registration donation of $5 will be collected at the time of registration.  All ladies invited.

 

SPRING FLOWER SALE:  Our school is currently taking orders for spring hanging flower baskets and $10 gift coupons from Whipker's Market.  Orders will be taken after today's worship in the narthex.  All orders with payments need to be turned in to the school office by Wednesday, April 17.  Proceeds will go to special school projects.

 

SCHOOL MUSICAL: A limited number of tickets (suggested $2/ticket donation) are available for our upcoming school musical, "A Tale of Three Trees," this Friday and Saturday, April 19 and 20.  Contact Mrs. Vandercar by telephone (812-988-7586) or by email at  wvandercar@whitecreek.org to request tickets.

 

A DEPOSIT OF $141.00 has been made to our school account  on behalf of the Thrivent Financial for Lutheran's Thrivent Choice Program.  Thrivent Financial members directing their Choice Dollars include: Mark & Jan Buss, Keith Carmichael, Mariagnes Meyer, James Ross, and Joel Wise.

 

OUR PARISH NURSE,  Amberly Hoffman, would like to start a walking group here at St. John's on Wednesday evenings (late afternoon/early evening before church).  She also plans to calculate steps around the church so persons can come and walk laps and figure out how many miles they have walked.  Contact Amberly at amhoffman07@hotmail.com for questions or to let her know you are interested.  Watch for more details.....